The Astrology Podcast

Listeners share captivating stories about the recent Venus and Mars retrogrades and how these cosmic events influenced their lives. From home renovation mishaps to unexpected family reconnections, personal growth and communication are at the forefront. The discussion highlights how astrological transits intertwine with daily experiences, challenging relationships and professional dynamics. There are reflections on identity and self-discovery, all revealing the powerful connection between astrology and personal transformation.

In episode 485 astrologer Elly Higgins joins the show to discuss the 8-year repetitions of Venus retrograde in Aries and how they tie into queer history over the past century. In this episode we start with the Venus retrograde in Aries of 1905, and then work our way forward in 8 year increments, discussing how important moments and turning points in queer history keep coinciding with this retrograde. In the process we ended up finding a bunch of repetitions, many of which give insight into the Venus retrograde that we are currently living through today. Elly is the host of Star Gays: The Queer Astrology Archives Podcast, and you can find more information here: https://ellyhiggins.com https://stargaysastrology.ghost.io This episode is available in audio and video versions below. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:16:32 Inanna 00:24:03 1905 00:29:22 1913 00:35:12 1921 00:40:59 1929 00:48:27 1937 00:58:45 1945 01:05:49 1953 01:37:53 1961 01:43:55 1969 02:25:57 1977 02:55:36 1985 03:36:05 1993 04:14:33 2001 04:27:42 2009 04:43:31 2017 04:59:26 2025 05:40:46 Conclusions 06:07:28 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg7Ug8-tC1g – Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 485 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

Dive into the cosmic chaos of April 2025 as celestial events shape global tensions and personal dynamics. With Mercury and Venus ending their retrogrades, expect renewed clarity, yet brace for the intensity of Mars opposing Pluto later in the month. Eclipses stir up geopolitical unrest, including potential annexations and immigration turmoil. The interplay of astrological energies highlights both challenges and opportunities, making this month pivotal for navigating relationships and societal shifts. Join the journey through the stars and see what’s on the horizon!

In episode 483 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best discuss what happened in the past when the planets Saturn and Neptune form conjunctions every 36 years, and how these alignments often coincide with important turning points in history. We spend the first three quarters of the episode going through the seven most recent Saturn-Neptune conjunctions in history in detail, starting with the 1989 conjunction and then going backwards in 36 years increments to 1952/3, 1917, 1882, 1846, 1809, 1773. In the last part of the episode we highlight recurring themes that have come up across multiple conjunctions, and extending our study all the way back to the year 500 BCE. By looking at conjunctions from the past we hope to get a better idea of what the current Saturn-Neptune conjunction means, which is forming in the sky now in 2025 and 2026. This episode is available in both audio and video versions below. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:17:34 2025-2026 Conjunction 00:24:42 1989 01:57:54 1953/3 03:01:00 1917 04:05:28 1882 04:45:00 1846 05:26:52 1809 05:53:36 1773 06:17:28 Recurring Themes 08:17:57 Concluding Remarks 08:48:10 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on Chinese astrology on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLto1i-Cxk – Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 483 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In episode 482 features an interview with astrologer Berna Lee about the history, philosophy, and practice of Chinese astrology. Berna is a graduate of the MA in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology program from the Sophia Centre, with a thesis examining the theory and practice of astrology in modern Hong Kong, and she is a 45th generation Chinese astrologer. During the course of the episode we discuss the historical development of Chinese astrology, and the different eras in which specific technical practices arose. We also touch on a number of other topics, including fate and free will, the Chinese zodiac, and the role of comets as omens in mundane astrology. You can follow Berna through Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/astromergency/ This episode is available in both audio and video versions below. Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on Chinese astrology on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xamRgTzVP4M – Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 482 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In episode 481 astrologer Chris Brennan gives a recap of some of the highlights of the 2025 Oscars ceremony from an astrological perspective. Venus stationed retrograde in Aries the day before the Oscars, and so we expected some firsts, some controversies, and some snafus, and it did not disappoint! Listen in for a full recap of all of the highlights! Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BamB04H6hXE – Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 481 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In episode 480 of The Astrology Podcast astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock look at the astrological forecast for March of 2025. March is one of the most active and important months of 2025, which includes Venus and Mercury going retrograde in Aries, eclipses in Virgo and Aries, and Neptune moving into Aries at the very end of the month. We spend the first hour of the episode talking about the astrology of news and events that have occurred since our last forecast, and then in the second hour we transition into talking about the astrology of March. Chris' Horary Astrology Course TheAstrologySchool.com Austin's Website Austincoppock.com Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:51) Quick Overview of March (00:03:13) News Section Begins (00:04:32) US News & Mars Retro in Cancer (00:47:14) Airline Crashes (00:52:19) Kendrick Superbowl (00:58:53) Oscars Controversy (01:04:20) Crypto Scam & Hack (01:06:22) Luigi & Mars Stations (01:10:26) SNL 50th Anniversary (01:13:51) Fyre Festival 2 (01:16:44) New Horary Course (01:23:15) Forecast begins (01:23:24) Leaving Mars Retrograde (01:26:57) Venus retrograde (01:44:15) Mercury Retrograde (01:51:27) Lucky Date for March (01:54:59) Eclipse in Virgo (02:14:34) Venus and Mercury Cazimi (02:18:01) Mercury and Venus Return to Pisces (02:25:02) Eclipse in Aries (02:51:48) Austin's Projects (02:54:45) Chris' New Horary Course (02:56:37) Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkwUpYkVMbA – Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 480 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In episode 479 of The Astrology Podcast, astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best delve into the repeating historical patterns underlying Mars retrograde in Cancer periods, specifically within the context of United States history. During the course of the episode we explore how these retrogrades, which occur roughly every 15-17 years, coincide with significant events and recurring themes in American history. By examining past instances of Mars retrograde in Cancer, our goal is to provide perspective on current events and potential future developments. The discussion begins with an explanation of the Mars retrograde cycle and its unique characteristics, including its varying durations and the signs it retrogrades through. We emphasize the importance of looking at the entire period Mars spends in Cancer, including the time before and after the actual retrograde station, to fully grasp its impact. After that we proceed to discuss the specific dates and degrees of Mars retrogrades in Cancer, starting with the year of the US Constitution's ratification and moving forward. In particular we highlight the 79-year repetition of Mars retrogrades in Cancer, which is based on the Babylonian Goal-Year periods, and how it aligns with important turning points in American history. We also note the shorter 47-year and 32-year repetitions, which coincide with other planetary cycles. During the course of the episode we explore the themes that emerge during these Mars retrograde periods, including important turning points related to immigration, civil rights, and economic shifts. The episode concludes with a reflection on the potential implications of these historical patterns for the present and future. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:20:34) Planetary Periods (00:36:52) Immigration (01:05:28) Citizenship (01:14:09) Racism and Reactionaries (01:35:19) Boundaries and Borders (01:42:15) US-Russia Relations (02:18:59) Tariffs, Trade & Monetary Policy (03:03:38) Financial Crises (03:12:14) Homes and Housing (03:19:44) Military Debacles (03:50:33) Imperialism (04:05:02) Misc Mars Retrogrades (04:08:46) Panama Canal (04:10:32) Aviation Incidents (04:18:25) Superbowls (04:37:53) SNL Special (04:50:27) World Bank (04:53:08) Scottsboro Boys (05:00:57) Uncle Tom's Cabin (05:26:04) Compromise of 1850 (05:33:37) Andrew Jackson & National Debt (05:42:16) Panic of 1819 (05:47:09) Lewis and Clark Expedition (05:49:50) Nuremberg trials (05:52:18) Retrogrades for Rectification (05:56:46) Concluding Remarks (06:19:29) Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKWAaDN4rSQ - Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 479 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

Episode 478 features and interview with astrologer Jason Holley about Experiential Astrology, which is a dynamic approach that attempts to embody the symbols of astrology through creative and interactive methods, including making the chart come alive by acting it out in a group setting with Astrodrama. Experiential astrology has its origins in some of the experimentation with different psychological methods that were happening in the astrological community in the 1970s and 80s, and Jason highlights the work of astrologer Barbara Schermer in particular. Jason defines Experiential Astrology as engaging with astrological symbolism through multiple intelligences and perceptual faculties, including somatic, sensuous, imagistic, instinctual, kinesthetic, expressive, and relational. This approach emphasizes the full-consciousness experience of astrological symbolism, moving beyond conceptual understanding to a felt, lived experience. In the discussion we focused on one particular application of Experiential Astrology known as Astrodrama, which involves a group of people standing around and acting out a person's birth chart, and we discuss some of the different ways that this can be done. Living Astrologies Conference Jason is hosting an Experiential Astrology conference in October 2025: https://livingastrologies.net Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction to Experiential Astrology (00:06:03) Engaging the Senses in Astrology (00:11:52) Historical Context of Experiential Astrology (00:18:51) The Process of Astrodrama (00:25:49) Facilitating Astrodrama Sessions (00:37:55) Multiplicity of the Self in Astrology (00:43:51) Comfort with Uncertainty in Astrology (00:49:22) Experiential Astrology: Enactments and Transits (00:56:55) Empathy and Role Reversal in Relationships (01:05:16) The Oracle and the Querent Dynamic (01:11:17) Foundational Texts in Experiential Astrology (01:17:53) Creating a Sacred Field for Astrology (01:23:57) Experiential Work: Listening to the Field (01:29:32) The Importance of Movement in Astrology (01:34:54) The Subtlety of Experiential Work (01:41:31) Warm-Up and Integration in Group Work (01:58:30) Learning from Challenges and Limitations (02:04:21) Navigating Emotional Responses in Astrology (02:10:44) Experiential Astrology: Bridging Theory and Practice (02:17:37) The Living Astrologies Conference (02:25:38) Personal Journeys in Astrology: A Family Legacy (02:37:45) Credits   Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKhNYhY3bKY - Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 478 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

Recent news stories showcase fascinating repetitions linked to past Venus retrograde phases, highlighting an 8-year celestial cycle. Topics include scandalous events, Coca-Cola's historical changes, and significant achievements in women's space exploration. The impact on pop culture is notable, with discussions on Academy Awards nominations and the implications of social media trends. As history unfolds, listeners are encouraged to identify these parallels, revealing the cyclical nature of societal change and cultural narratives.