This week, the Scorpio Full Moon digs under the surface and doesn't shy away from what it finds there; Mercury turns direct - a more Aries-friendly direction; Mars conjoins Neptune, jettisoning what won’t be needed when it enters its home sign of Aries; and April answers a listener question about emerging techniques or tools by discussing a current…

Episode 230 | Jupiter Meets Uranus: Shake it Up! This week, the First Quarter Moon in Cancer symbolizes transformation after the eclipse storm; the Sun enters its Taurus season, but its usual comfort and stability are immediately challenged by Pluto; the long-awaited and pulse-racing conjunction of Jupiter and Uranus; and April answers a couple of …

This week, the Aries New Moon Solar Eclipse asks us how we can be of service to others; Mars makes a conjunction with Saturn, demanding discipline and commitment; the Sun makes a conjunction with Mercury; and April answers a listener question about Chiron in the chart of the solar eclipse. Plus: Time out, drilling the troops, and pregnant with prom…

This week, Mercury stations retrograde for a three-week backward march through Aries; Venus enters take-no-prisoners Aries and connects with Neptune and Pluto; the Capricorn Last Quarter Moon asks for a progress report; and April answers a couple of listener questions about composite charts and being born on a Void-of-Course Moon. Plus: A pep talk,…

This week, there is almost nothing happening other than the opening salvo in this eclipse season: the Libra Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, on March 25th at 12 midnight Pacific time. So, this episode is basically one big ol’ Moon report. Thrill to the details of this Libra Lunar Eclipse and what it means for your personal relationships! Plus: shaking out …

This week, the Aries equinox initiates the astrological new year, and the Sun's aspect to Pluto brings a trial by fire. Venus makes a conjunction with Saturn - are you ready to get serious? What do we make of Warrior Mars entering loving Pisces? And April answers a listener question about starting a new job when Mercury is retrograde. Plus, rising …

Quieter skies this week as we tiptoe toward eclipse season (beginning at the upcoming Full Moon). Venus enters Pisces, elevating love and desire. The Sun makes its annual conjunction with Neptune; who are you really? The Gemini First Quarter Moon offers a fresh start. And April answers a listener question about prenatal eclipses and the Lunar Node …

This week, busy Mercury brings imaginative breakthroughs; Mars square and the Sun sextile Uranus on the same day warn against moving too fast and taking the wrong opportunities; Mercury begins a long journey through energetic Aries; the Pisces New Moon initiates a new cycle of spiritual exploration, healing, and forgiveness; and a listener question…

This week, a dynamic Mars-Jupiter square is like a multi-headed Hydra; the Sun, Mercury, and Saturn converge for a cazimi party in Pisces; expect the unexpected in money and love, as Venus aspects unpredictable Uranus; the Sagittarius Last Quarter Moon encourages us to share our stories; and April answers a listener question about the difference be…

This week, the Virgo Full Moon has its ups and downs and reveals the hard work required to reach our New Moon goals. Venus makes a sexy conjunction with Mars (look for unusual romantic possibilities) and gets a little carried away as it squares Jupiter. Lean into your intuition as Mercury enters “blurry around the edges” Pisces. And a listener ques…

This week, we enter peak Aquarius as Venus and Mars join the Sun, Mercury and Pluto in that sign and immediately run into trouble with Pluto. A feisty Taurus First Quarter Moon encourages connection over comfort, Mercury and Uranus invite us to tell a new story about ourselves, we sink gratefully into the rest and repose of the Sun's Pisces season,…

This week, a high-powered Aquarius New Moon brings change, whether or not it’s convenient; Mercury teams up with Pluto to solve the unsolvable; Venus and Uranus make the unexpected look quite appealing; Mars floats toward its goals on Neptune's waters; Mercury and Jupiter squabble about what one knows and the other believes; and April answers a lis…

This week, Mars in Capricorn unites perspiration with Uranus’ inspiration. Mercury and Neptune carry our minds downstream, leading the way for Mercury in Aquarius’ mental breakthroughs. The Scorpio Last Quarter Moon plays bouncer for the growing Aquarius party. And April answers a listener question about the Part of Fortune and relationships. Plus:…

This week, Venus puts on her Capricorn pinstripe suit, then shows some love to Jupiter and Saturn. A bright, sunny, Leo Full Moon lights up exuberant Jupiter – enjoy, but rein in the drama! Uranus moves forward with the wind at its back, Mercury finishes some work with Mars, and Mars squares the Lunar Nodes – do we have to fill our shopping bag so …

This week, Neptune brings enjoyment to the Sun in serious Capricorn; Mercury’s message is to let our minds go off-script and heed powerful words; Venus and Neptune prompt a realistic look at relationships; the passionate Aries First Quarter Moon reawakens messages from a recent eclipse, setting the stage for the Sun's powerful conjunction with Plut…

This week, the Capricorn New Moon comes factory-installed with inspiration and change; Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn build toward a promising future; the Sun reaches the midway point between eclipse seasons; and Mercury concludes a series of aspects to Neptune before entering Capricorn – grab your planner and ink those 2024 goals! April answers a liste…

This week, a comfortably light and straight ahead start to 2024, as Mercury turns direct on New Year's Day; Mars enters one of its favorite signs, disciplined, hard-working Capricorn; a Venus-Saturn struggle for resources; the Libra Last Quarter Moon advises us to pause and rest before finishing this lunar cycle; and a listener question about trans…

This week, the Cancer Full Moon is not as scary as it sounds; Venus seduces Neptune and Pluto and enters freedom-loving Sagittarius; the Sun’s trine to Jupiter offers lucky breaks just as Jupiter turns direct; Mercury, Mars, and with Neptune encourage visualization combined with action; and April answers a listener question about where friends are …

This week, The Sun enters Capricorn, marking the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, Summer Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere; a Pisces First Quarter Moon demands action, but conditions are hazy; Mercury retrograde aspects Jupiter and re-enters Sagittarius, so supersize your goals for the coming year; Venus opposed Uranus pulls back the c…

This week, a Neptune-tinged Sagittarius New Moon calls for clarifying your own vision instead of borrowing someone else’s glasses. Mercury turns retrograde–don’t panic, just tune into a higher frequency! The Sun, North Node, and Neptune help us figure out who we are and where we’re headed. And April answers a listener question about how to make the…

This week, Venus enters Scorpio, sparking deep introspection in relationships, while Neptune turning direct brings a tidal wave of change. The Virgo Last Quarter Moon prompts a practical review of endeavors, but not without tension between Virgo's caution and Sagittarius' impulsive enthusiasm. And April addresses a listener's intriguing question ab…

This week, the wisecracking Gemini Full Moon is tempered by Saturn in Pisces’ call for empathy and responsibility. Mercury and Neptune caution against getting on our hobby horses, and Mercury kicks off a protracted stay in Capricorn. And, Venus visits the South Node for a review of past relationships and surprises Pluto with her strength. Plus: We …

This week: The Sun and Mars leave Scorpio’s deep waters, taking flight in the wide-open, friendly skies of sassy Sagittarius. The Aquarius First Quarter Moon chops down some firewood and welcomes us home to our own domain in time for Thanksgiving dinner. And April serves up a side dish of listener question followups about birth times and Daylight S…

This week, the Scorpio New Moon calls us to stand up for our convictions and to disobey the rules, if necessary, as the Sun comes together with fierce Mars and makes a rebellious opposition to Uranus. The Sun and Mars connect with Neptune for a spiritual call to action, Mercury makes a comforting aspect with Venus, and a listener question about whe…

This week, Venus gets the inside scoop from Pluto and enters its home sign of Libra for some refined pleasures; Mercury gains discipline from Saturn, inspiration from Neptune, and powers of persuasion from Pluto, then enters the gregarious sign of Sagittarius. Mars opposes Uranus and asks the musical question: How we can we balance our desires with…

This week, Venus’ trine to Uranus makes Halloween more exciting, offering both tricks AND treats; planetary face-offs between the Sun and Jupiter, Venus and Neptune, and Mercury and Uranus; both Saturn and career matters move forward; the Last Quarter Moon in Leeeeoooooo brings creative projects to the finish line; and April answers a listener ques…

This week, we celebrate the beginning of the soulful Scorpio season; the Sun trine Saturn rewards us for overcoming obstacles; Mercury and Mars connect with Jupiter – act on your dreams, but be honest with yourself, kind to others, and avoid unnecessary risks; a Taurus Lunar Eclipse highlights worth, values, and bridging differences; and April answ…

This week, the Sun meets Mercury, and together they take on the Lunar Nodes and Pluto from both sides now. Venus trines Jupiter, the most fortunate planets in a delicious aspect – enjoy it! Mercury enters insightful, decisive Scorpio and teams up with Saturn to conquer daunting tasks; the Capricorn First Quarter Moon peers into the tea leaves for a…

This week, Venus opposed Saturn prompts an examination of values; Pluto stations direct and applies intense pressure; Mars goes underground in powerful Scorpio and gains some focus and discipline from Saturn; an important Libra New Moon brings the disruptive influence of a Solar eclipse; and April answers a listener question about interceptions. Pl…

This week, Mercury does a balancing act with Neptune, joins up with powerful Pluto, and enters Libra; feisty Mars opposes the North Node and squares Pluto; the Cancer Last Quarter Moon asks, where do you belong? Venus enters the soothing, organized realm of Virgo; and April answers a listener question about what moving does to your birth chart. Plu…

This week, the Aries Full Moon reveals relationship imbalances; Venus and Uranus examine togetherness and independence, windfalls and expenses; busy Mercury aspects Uranus on a couple of familiar degrees and finishes up a series of aspects with Jupiter; and April takes on a listener question about the location for your solar return. Plus: Spreadshe…

This week: The winners of the Podathon drawing are announced, and we celebrate a major milestone here at Big Sky Astrology Podcast-our 200th episode! The Sun goes along for the ride with Neptune and is recognized by Pluto; the Sagittarius First Quarter Moon offers another crack at our New Year’s resolutions; the Sun reaches its Libra equinox; and a…

This week: The Virgo New Moon tastes a lot like Neptune; Mercury turns direct, but takes a minute or two to get up to speed, especially with five other planets still retrograde; the Sun in Virgo sets ego aside and unites with Uranus to explore alternative ways of being; Venus makes one final square to Jupiter with a lesson about bouncing back in th…

It’s the fifth and FINAL day of the Fourth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, and it ends on a Sun/Jupiter trine and a lovely, Venus-ruled day! Act naturally, beautify your environment,, and let good things come your way. The Cancer Moon hits some choppy waters as we look ahead to next week’s New Moon; in the Days of the Week segment, April takes a…

It’s Day Four of the Fourth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Today’s Moon is in multi-tasking Gemini, with a Neptune/void-of-course twist. In the Days of the Week segment, April explains why Thursday is the day to do your shopping. And prompted by Listener Josh, April takes a deeper look at her favorite divination tool, the Sabian Symbols. Plus, …

It’s the Fourth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! In today’s sky, the Sun and Mercury meet in a conjunction that also brightens the Last Quarter Moon in Mercury-ruled Gemini. In the Days of the Week segment, April explains how Wednesday got its name and why it’s a great day of the week for anything requiring mental or manual dexterity. Plus, a clo…

It’s the Fourth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with new episodes every Labor Day Weekday! In today’s look at the planetary rulerships of the days of the week, April runs down the best activities and wardrobe for Tuesday, Mars' Day. Today’s Moon segues from languid Taurus to busy Gemini, with a void-of-course Moon and a sober aspect to Saturn al…

It’s the Fourth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Today’s Moon is in easy-going Taurus, and Mercury makes a helpful aspect to Jupiter just before it turns retrograde. In this week’s Days of the Week segment, April outlines best practices for Monday, the Moon’s Day. Plus, greetings from Listener Ann, and all the news of Podathon, including how to m…

This week: The Pisces Full Moon and the ecstasy of the everyday; Uranus turns retrograde just as Venus finally turns direct; and looking back at Venus's retrograde period. And April answers a listener question about what it means when something you’re seeing in your chart doesn't seem to be showing up in your life. Plus: carpeting, quirkiness blowb…

It's a busy week in the big sky, as Venus and Jupiter review money vs happiness; the Sun enters Virgo and asks for a raise, but Saturn doesn’t give an immediate “yes”; Mars opposed Neptune pits social graces against wild magic; Mars, planet of conflict, enters Libra, sign of relating; Mercury enters its latest retrograde period; and a Sagittarius F…

This week: A glorious New Moon in Leeeeooooo finds us engrossed in being more truly ourselves. The Sun and Mars make brilliant, energizing aspects to Uranus. And April answers a listener question about solar houses; what are they, how do you use them for your chart, and why would you want to? The fourth annual Big Sky Pod-A-Thon begins September 4t…

This week: The Taurus Last Quarter Moon finishes up the lunar cycle that began at the July 17th Cancer New Moon. Venus is in the spotlight with a brilliant Solar conjunction and an exciting aspect to Uranus. And April answers a listener question about what she calls a Venus retrograde loophole: Can we happily buy used or sale items while the planet…

This week: The Aquarius Full Moon brings the hope of a new day; both the Sun and Mars connect with big-thinking, optimistic Jupiter; Saturn helps Mercury get down to business; and April answers a very helpful listener question about using astrology to make healthier choices and stick to them! Plus: Silver linings, playing hooky, and looking the par…

The Scorpio First Quarter Moon encourages taking action on something that began at last October's Solar Eclipse. Mercury joins Venus to summon voices from the past, connects with the North Node to set an agenda for the coming 18 months, and enters Virgo for a longer-than-normal stay. Pluto squares the Lunar Nodes for the first time since 2015, on t…

All hail the last Cancer New Moon opposed Pluto in Capricorn in our lifetimes! In other news: The lunar nodes shift into Aries and Libra; the Sun aspects Neptune and Pluto before entering its brilliant Leo season; Mercury gains inspiration from Jupiter and Uranus; Mars is blocked by Saturn; and Venus turns retrograde through Sep. 3! Plus: Dark shad…

This week: A busy Aries Last Quarter Moon finds us leaping from our hammocks and scratching for resources; Mars enters Virgo, whose high standards make for excellent work and a touch of crankiness; Mercury opposes suspicious Pluto, then enters expressive Leo; a bright sextile between the Sun and Uranus offers reinvention. And April answers a couple…

This week, the Capricorn Full Moon grooves to the deliberate pace of Jupiter in Taurus; Mercury’s connections with Uranus and Neptune emphasize brilliant thinking and imaginative, lyrical self-expression; and April answers a listener question about how long a transiting planet influences your birth chart. Plus: An offer from Pluto that is difficult…

This week, the Libra First Quarter Moon prompts an equal exchange of views; Venus and Mars aspecting Uranus bring the unexpected in money and love; Mercury enters quiet Cancer; Saturn brings rewards; Neptune turns retrograde; and April answers a Listener Question about out-of-bounds planets. Plus: Zigging and zagging, well-dressed rabbits, and goin…

This week, the Sun enters Cancer and reaches its Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere and Winter Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere. Jupiter and Saturn make their first major aspect since their Dec. 2020 conjunction. The Sun takes a magic carpet ride but is diverted by a North Node wakeup call. And April answers a Listener Question about how…

This week: A Gemini New Moon with a heavy dash of Neptune awakens us from sleepwalking. Mercury aspects Saturn, which adds perseverance to mental agility. Saturn turns retrograde, sending us inward for authority and guidance. And April answers a Listener Question about what to do when someone judges you based on your Sun sign (how rude!). Plus: Toe…