The Astrology Podcast

Uncover the hidden stories within your birth chart as the conversation delves into unique astrological placements. Explore how certain natal aspects reveal experiences like surrogacy and complex family dynamics. Witness the cosmic dance between friendships influenced by transits, and discover the impact of sibling placements on life events. Transformations through trauma and identity shifts are also examined, illustrating how astrology intertwines with personal narratives. It's a fascinating exploration of how the stars shape our lives!

Rod Chang, an astrologer and author specializing in mundane astrology, dives into the intriguing realm of comets and their historical significance in astrology. He contrasts the ancient Western perception, hindered by Aristotle's misconceptions, with the detailed Chinese documentation of comets. Listeners will learn about the unpredictable nature of these celestial bodies, their cultural implications as omens, and the need for modern astrologers to embrace comet studies. Personal anecdotes and insights on tracking comets inspire a deeper appreciation for the cosmic wonders.

In episode 502 of the podcast, I'm joined by astrologer and historian Philip Graves to talk about his work as an astrological librarian and the publication of his new book, Technical and Planetary Developments in Astrology. This is the first volume in a new series, Graves' Studies in the History of Astrology, which showcases the fruits of his decades-long project to build one of the largest and most comprehensive private astrological libraries in the world. Technical and Planetary Developments in Astrology and is available now on Amazon and from other booksellers. The Life of an Astrological Librarian We begin the episode by discussing Philip’s journey into astrology and how he began amassing his vast collection of astrological texts. His library includes not only modern books but also rare original editions from as early as the 16th century, alongside an extensive collection of astrological journals, periodicals, and almanacs. We delve into the fascinating world of antiquarian book collecting, touching on topics such as: The importance of first editions. The challenges of preservation, including issues like "foxing," "worming," and rebinding. How to handle very old books. The limitations of older, poor-quality digital scans and abridged reprints, and the value of comparing them to original source texts. Research from the Library A major theme of our discussion is how having access to this wide range of primary sources allows for a more accurate and nuanced understanding of astrology's history. Philip’s collection serves as a massive research database, enabling him to trace the development of astrological concepts through time. His new book is a collection of essays that demonstrates the value of this approach. Some of the historical questions we explore from his research include: The Development of Uranus: How did astrologers in the early 19th century figure out the meaning of Uranus? We look at surprisingly early and accurate delineations from journals in the 1820s and 1830s, showing the empirical process astrologers used to determine its significations. The Outer Planets: We contrast the empirical approach used for Uranus and Neptune with the more mythological approach applied to Pluto shortly after its discovery in the 20th century. The Meanings of the Houses: Philip’s book contains a detailed survey of the significations of the 12 houses, tracing their continuity and changes from the Hellenistic tradition through the Medieval and Renaissance periods. The History of Minor Aspects: We discuss the timeline of how harmonic aspects were developed, starting with Kepler and being gradually adopted and expanded upon by later astrologers. The Origins of Sun-Sign Astrology: Research from Philip and others has pushed back the origins of newspaper Sun-sign columns much earlier than the commonly cited 1930s date. Ultimately, our conversation highlights how astrology has never been a single, unchanging system, but a dynamic tradition that has always been growing and evolving. Find Out More You can find Philip’s work, including high-quality scans of rare texts and a secondhand bookshop, on his website: Astrolearn.com His new book is titled Technical and Planetary Developments in Astrology and is available now on Amazon and from other booksellers. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:34 Philip's library and background 00:10:13 Condition and handling of old books 00:17:03 Early significations about Uranus 00:28:08 Uranus in Gemini and the US 00:34:50 Did astrology die out in the 17th century? 00:37:50 More early Uranus significations 00:45:16 Assigning names of gods to planets 00:57:05 Early treatments of Neptune and Pluto 01:06:32 Schism between modern and traditional astrology 01:12:07 Survey of the houses 01:32:47 Lilith 01:36:09 12 letter alphabet 01:49:28 Alan Leo 02:00:59 Laws against fortunetelling

Astrologers dive into the exciting cosmic events of August 2025, highlighting a fiery Mars-Saturn opposition and the harmonious Venus-Jupiter conjunction. Listeners learn how these alignments might impact relationships and personal endeavors. The potential for chaos during Mercury's retrograde near Pluto adds a suspenseful twist. As eclipse season nears, reflections on a decade of astrological forecasts weave together insights into societal changes influenced by celestial movements, making for a captivating discussion of astrology's relevance today.

Celebrate a monumental milestone with reflections on the journey of the show since its inception in 2012. Discover insights on how the podcast has evolved, from content to video formats. Hear about the ambitious goals initially set and how many have been achieved along the way. The host shares valuable lessons learned over the past 100 recordings, including technical advancements. Concluding with heartfelt gratitude, the future of the show is teased, promising even more astrological exploration ahead.

In this engaging discussion, guest Yukiko Tsuha, a professional astrologer, reflects on the transformative impact of Uranus's transit through her 10th house. She shares personal stories, including her mother's accident and her own health challenges, illustrating how these experiences prompted a significant career shift. Tsuha emphasizes the broader themes of change and self-discovery related to Uranus, urging listeners to connect their life experiences to astrological movements and anticipate what the upcoming transit in Gemini may hold.

Discover how the iconic film 'Back to the Future' faced tumultuous challenges during Mercury retrograde. The production saw delays and a shocking recasting of the lead role, originally against the comedic vision of the filmmakers. As filmmakers navigated these obstacles, they ultimately brought Michael J. Fox back and created a timeless classic. Dive into the astrological lessons learned from this cinematic journey and how personal experiences with Mercury retrograde connect with the stories we love.

In episode 497 astrologer Chris Brennan analyzes predictions made about Iran on The Astrology Podcast over the past year, and discusses what we can learn from those predictions in terms of mundane astrology. Starting with the eclipse season that happened last year in April 2024, I began seeing seeing astrological indications that implied a conflict with Iran would escalate over the course of the next year, and we ended up making a number of predictions to that effect in from mid-2024 to early 2025. After those predictions were fulfilled in June of 2025 when Israel and the United States launched a surprise attack on Iran, I went back and looked at the statements we made over the past year in order to see how we did, and ended up making a clip compilation from different episodes. During the course of this episode I present 10 clips from different episodes of The Astrology Podcast over the past year where we talked about Iran and made different predictions based on the astrological alignments we were seeing, and in between each clip I add some commentary in order to contextualize the clip and explain the different stages in our thinking. Putting together all of the clips and statements we made like this is really useful because you can see the evolution of our thinking, as we discovered new things and as new developments took place, and I think there are a number of useful lessons that can be learned from studying the things we got right as well as the areas where we could have done better. My hope is that astrologers can use this as a case study, and apply some of the lessons we learned from this to making other world astrology predictions in the future. Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8oGSA07-NY - Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 497 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

The discussion centers around the intriguing transit of Uranus in Gemini and its historical correlation with major conflicts in U.S. history. Astrologers like Luke Broughton and Evangeline Adams utilized this transit to predict significant wars, including the Civil War and World War II. The conversation also connects these celestial events to America's Independence Day celebrations, revealing the explosive energy of Uranus. As the U.S. approaches its next Uranus return in 2025, the episode reflects on potential societal changes and future astrological influences.

In July 2025, Uranus makes a rare return to Gemini, heralding potential technological revolutions. Significant celestial events include the influential Saturn-Neptune conjunction and a Mercury retrograde in Leo that rekindles nostalgia. The hosts discuss the astrological implications of recent global events, especially surrounding geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, they celebrate a decade of astrological forecasts, emphasizing the intertwining of cosmic movements with personal and societal changes. Listeners are encouraged to navigate the upcoming chaos with insight and introspection.