Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

Episode 215 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. The astrology of the week of January 27th, 2025 mixes major shifts with celestial honey. With a mold-breaking New Moon in Aquarius, input from the planets of growth and transformation, and a meetup between the planets of love and dreams, we’re invited to embrace community and connection. This period is intense — but it’s laced with life-giving sweetness. Let’s get into it. This episode covers: The start of Venus’ pre-retrograde shadow on Tuesday, January 28th Mercury’s conjunction with Pluto on Tuesday, January 28th The New Moon in Aquarius on Wednesday, January 29th The end of Uranus retrograde on Thursday, January 30th The Sun’s trine to Jupiter on Thursday, January 30th Venus’ conjunction with Neptune on Saturday, February 1st Venus’ conjunction with the North Node on Saturday, February 1st This episode was recorded on 11/22/2024. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 214 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. The astrology of the week of January 20th, 2025, marks the dawn of a new age. During the Pluto cazimi, the Sun joins the planet of underworld journeys in Aquarius for the first time in over two centuries, sending revolutionary waves through the collective. And as three more planets come into contact with Uranus (the planet of disruption), we’re in for a few surprises. The next seven days promise plenty of innovation and a major shift in how we practice community. Let’s get into it. This episode covers: The Pluto cazimi on Tuesday, January 21st  Mars’s sextile to Uranus on Thursday, January 23rd Mercury’s opposition to Mars on Thursday, January 23rd Mercury’s trine to Uranus on Thursday, January 23rd Venus’ trine to Mars on Saturday, January 25th Mercury’s sextile to Neptune on Sunday, January 26th Venus’ sextile to Uranus on Sunday, January 26th This episode was recorded on 11/21/2024. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 213 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. The astrology of the week of January 13th, 2025, is all about emotional boundaries: where we draw them, when they’ve been breached, and how we can bolster them. With a Full Moon bolstered by Mars, a face-off between the Sun and the warrior planet, and the beginning of Aquarius season, we’re getting irritated — and using that agitation to create a better future. All in all, the next seven days are packed with tension that helps us better understand ourselves and our root systems. Let’s get into it. This episode covers: The Sun’s trine to Uranus on Monday, January 13th The Full Moon in Cancer conjunct Mars on Monday, January 13th Venus’ square to Jupiter on Tuesday, January 14th The Sun’s opposition to Mars on Wednesday, January 15th The Sun’s sextile to Neptune on Friday, January 17th Venus’ conjunction with Saturn on Saturday, January 18th Mercury’s sextile to Saturn on Saturday, January 18th Mercury’s sextile to Venus on Sunday, January 19th The Sun’s ingress into Aquarius on Sunday, January 19th This episode was recorded on 10/24/2024. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 212 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. With the astrology of the week of January 6th, 2025, slow and steady wins the race. Mars (the planet of action) retrogrades back into Cancer, confronting us with tough truths and tricky conversations. Later, the lunar nodes move into Pisces and Virgo, kicking off an 18-month journey of expansion and release. This period may bring growing pains, but that just means we’re making necessary progress. Let’s get into it. This episode covers: Mars’ retrograde into Cancer on Monday, January 6th Mercury’s square to Neptune on Monday, January 6th Mercury’s ingress into Capricorn on Wednesday, January 8th Mercury’s square to the lunar nodes on Wednesday, January 8th The lunar nodes’ ingress into Pisces and Virgo on Saturday, January 11th Mars’ trine to Neptune on Sunday, January 12th This episode was recorded on 10/24/2024. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 211 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. The astrology of the week of December 30th, 2024, helps us transition from one phase to the next. With a Capricorn New Moon urging us to consider how we’ll organize ourselves in the month (and year) to come, and a Mars–Pluto face-off exposing subterranean power dynamics, it’s the perfect opportunity to seed your intentions for 2025. Let’s get into it. This episode covers: The New Moon in Capricorn on Monday, December 30th Venus’ ingress into Pisces on Thursday, January 2nd Mars’ opposition to Pluto on Thursday, January 2nd The Sun’s sextile to Saturn on Saturday, January 4th This episode was recorded on 10/25/2024. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

This week explores the cosmic tug-of-war between Jupiter and Saturn, highlighting themes of abundance versus limits. Reflect on the Great Conjunction's influence since 2020 and its implications for our current choices. Delve into how Mercury sparks vital conversations to transform dreams into reality. The focus shifts to personal and collective growth, emphasizing sustainable decisions as the new year approaches. Get ready for a week rich in astrological insights guiding your next steps!

The week ahead promises a blend of reflection and ambition. The Sun's square to Neptune invites us to take a breather and dive into our dreams. As the Sun transitions into Capricorn, the December Solstice emerges, signaling a time for intention-setting for the upcoming year. With Venus forming a harmonious trine to Jupiter, expect a surge in social connections and feelings of abundance. It's a perfect moment to balance rest with planning and embrace what lies ahead.

This week brings a chatty and charged energy, highlighted by Venus opposing Mars, nudging us to address frayed connections and seek justice. The Full Moon in Gemini encourages curiosity and communication, urging us to reflect on our communities. With Mercury wrapping up its retrograde, expect a shift in dynamics, fostering clarity and connection. The podcast dives into the complex interplay of social tensions and the importance of dialogue during these times.

This week highlights the importance of discerning truth as the Sun and Mercury align to clear the fog. As Mars retrogrades in Leo, listeners are prompted to slow down and reassess their strategies. Venus’ trine to Uranus sparks unexpected connections on December 2nd. On December 4th, Mercury's opposition to Jupiter and its square to Saturn encourages deep introspection and communication shifts. The week's energy is ripe for reclaiming personal power and addressing challenges in relationships and creativity.

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