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Episode 16
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through the flood of chaos that kicked off 2025 and Marsâ retrograde through Cancer. Covering everything from the influx of devastating executive orders to Trumpâs catastrophic colonial ambitions, Elonâs continuing coup-attempt, Kendrick Lamarâs Song of the Year, and BeyoncĂ©âs historic Grammy win for Cowboy Carter, we look back at the many ways that this retrograde has manifested in the collective. Plus, we give a preview of whatâs still to come, including the protest potential of Venusâ retrograde in Aries and the illusion-bursting end of Neptune in Pisces. Itâs been a long year already, and weâre just getting started. Letâs get into it.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 16
(07:39) - Astrological insights on Mars retrograde
(12:47) - The significance of Mars in Cancer
(19:08) - Activating Cancerian themes of home, security, and family
(28:15) - Neptuneâs influence and the power of narrative control
(35:15) - Neptune and the North Node in Pisces: the âflood the zoneâ strategy
(41:04) - Mars stations direct: collective unrest and class consciousness
(48:08) - Venus retrograde and the rise of protests
(56:10) - Healing through personal and collective violence
(01:01:59) - Cultural reflections: Mars retrograde at the Grammys
(01:08:56) - Neptune, Saturn, and the return of âmanifest destinyâ
(01:20:59) - Pluto in Aquarius: a new era for change
(01:32:52) - Focusing on community and resistance amid climate catastrophe
This episode was recorded on 2/5/2025.
For more astrological insights, download theCHANI app or follow CHANI onInstagram,TikTok, andBluesky.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created byNISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
âLibri Mysteriorum: The Astrological Metaphorsâ by AbĂ» Ma'sar
The âOctavia Butler tried to tell usâ T-shirt by exittheapple
P.S. The transcript for this episode is availablehere.
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Episode 15
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode, weâre digging into the astrology of 2025 and what it reveals about the year to come. Marked by major planetary shifts, lots of activity in Aries, and some historically era-defining transits, 2025 is not for the faint of heart. Between the Mars and Venus retrogrades that point to conflict over traditional ideals, Saturn and Neptune transits that seem to signify the erosion of institutions, and Uranus in Gemini promising to usher in a new world order, thereâs a lot to unpack. So buckle up. Weâre breaking down the year month-by-month to give you insight into what to expect, takeaways to apply to your own chart, and tips to help you plot a course through the chaos. Letâs get into it.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 15
(02:28) - Introducing 2025, the year of massive change
(06:53) - Januaryâs major astrological moments
(20:51) - The personal and political impacts of Mars in Cancer
(26:19) - February and the crisis of patriarchy
(35:35) - March and the Venus retrograde parallels to 2017
(39:13) - Counter movements to traditional gender roles
(42:16) - Astrological insights on Venus and Mars retrogrades
(46:24) - Eclipses and their influence on personal growth
(50:55) - Neptune in Aries: the âwar of idealsâ and the modern implications
(01:01:25) - The American Civil War and the power of historical narratives
(01:09:27) - April 2025 forecast
(01:12:15) - The VenusâSaturn conjunction: committing for the long-haul
(01:17:09) - The MarsâPluto opposition: the final confrontation
(01:20:40) - May madness: Saturn and Neptune in Aries and the erosion of institutions
(01:30:43) - Jupiterâs exaltation in June: a hopeful turn
(01:35:25) - Navigating Saturnâs challenges and Jupiterâs blessings
(01:39:17) - The tension between individualism and community
(01:40:39) - Utopian visions of collective living
(01:41:37) - July and Uranus in Gemini: a catalyst for change
(01:48:10) - A new world order: shifting borders and information dynamics
(01:55:05) - Augustâs astrological highlights and cautions
(01:58:10) - September eclipses and returning to old patterns
(01:59:29) - Navigating themes of desire and consequence
(02:02:04) - Sorting through loss and serving your community: the VirgoâPisces axis
(02:07:58) - Preparing for change: the movements of the outer planets
(02:12:02) - Assessing the landscape: political and global perspectives
(02:17:00) - Ending the year with clarity: a new beginning
This episode was recorded on 12/2/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram, TikTok, and Bluesky.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
âCrime and Punishmentâ by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
âThe Dads,â directed by Luchina Fisher
âWar and Peaceâ by Leo Tolstoy
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 14
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to debrief after the US election. We start by comparing our past predictions to the actual results, and discussing where hope fits into the equation. Then we get into all thatâs still to come â from the tech, AI, and alien(?) implications of Pluto in Aquarius to the cazimi following Inauguration Day and how it could act as a fluorescent spotlight on the seedy underbelly of American politics. We also revisit the planetary parallels to the 1968 election for historical hints regarding the work that lies ahead. And finally, we dig into the upcoming Mars and Venus retrogrades, including what they might reveal about gender dynamics and activism in this new era. These uncertain times (and the sky) are always changing. But we know weâve got each other. So letâs get into it.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 14
(02:58) - Post-election reflections
(06:01) - The role of hope in astrology
(09:03) - The complexity of political astrology
(11:50) - Mars square Pluto: a battle of forces
(15:01) - The future landscape of politics
(17:59) - Inauguration Day and the Pluto cazimi
(21:00) - The underbelly of American politics
(23:59) - The âage of Aquariusâ and its challenges
(30:40) - Plutoâs influence on technology and society
(31:59) - The rise of tech oligarchs and the corruption of money in politics
(35:59) - The mediaâs shifting role in election cycles
(40:06) - Astrological parallels to 1968
(56:34) - Gender dynamics and Marsâ retrograde
(01:01:52) - The impact of Venusâ retrograde on activism
(01:08:01) - Ask us anything: breaking down critical degrees in astrology
This episode was recorded on 11/18/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and X.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative work:
âHow many husbands control the votes of their wives? Weâll never knowâ by Rebecca Solnit
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 13
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode begins with a look back at all the events that played out during the latest eclipse season and in its wake, including Cardi Bâs split with Offset, the indictment of New York City mayor Eric Adams, the devastation wrought by recent hurricanes, and the politics of Ta-Nehisi Coatesâ press tour for The Message. Then we look ahead and dig into the astrology surrounding the US election â the shadowy power struggles signaled by the upcoming MarsâPluto opposition, the potential for heightened paranoia with Mars in Cancer, and the inconvenient timing of a Mercury retrograde as we await a final vote count â all while reviewing the birth chart of the United States. Suffice it to say, thereâs a lot to unpack in the astrological group chat. So settle in, and letâs get started.
Content warning: genocide, natural disasters
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 13
(01:44) - Reflections on the Libra eclipse
(05:56) - Recap of world events during eclipse season
(21:42) - Ta-Nehisi Coates and the press tour for âThe Messageâ
(32:45) - Upcoming astrological influences surrounding the US election
(36:26) - The MarsâPluto opposition: power struggles and hidden conflicts
(39:46) - The enemy within: Mars in Cancer, domestic threats, and paranoia
(42:58) - Mars and Pluto: Reflecting power dynamics in politics
(47:47) - The battle for reproductive rights and Mars in Cancer
(51:52) - Mercury's role in understanding election outcomes
(01:02:29) - Mars opposing the Sun: A final meltdown before Inauguration Day
(01:12:03) - Astrological insights about the US birth chart
(01:14:03) - Transits and their implications throughout US history
(01:16:31) - The United Statesâ Uranus return and what it signals
(01:20:00) - Election day astrology and predictions
(01:29:00) - Mars retrograde: personal and collective reflections
This episode was recorded on 10/17/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates
The Sibly Chart
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 12
Want a personalized Black Moon Lilith reading? Download the â CHANI appâ and use code LILITH30 for a 30-day, all-access pass to all our premium content, including Black Moon Lilith birth chart readings, guided meditations, and more. Terms and conditions apply.
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This special episode is dedicated entirely to Lilith â the exiled goddess, the feral femme, the cosmic wild one. Starting with the myth of Lilith and the ways she is characterized in ancient texts, we parse the role Lilith has taken up in lore. Then we break down the astro â the origin of Black Moon Lilith as an astrological point and everything it can tell us about embodying the power of the archetypal outcast. We also take a look at the birth charts of prominent cultural icons with notable Black Moon Lilith natal placements â from Audre Lorde to Marilyn Monroe â and discuss how each of these figures has embodied the spirit of the original outsider. So open your CHANI app, and get ready for untamable Lilith to enter the chat.
Content warning: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 12
(00:00) - The myth of Lilith: an introduction
(19:55) - Lilith in ancient texts and traditions
(29:55) - The duality of Lilith: wild vs. cultivated
(39:56) - Lilith's transformation in patriarchal narratives
(49:59) - Astrological significations of Black Moon Lilith
(01:00:12) - Black Moon Lilith in personal astrology: chart interpretations
(01:16:43) - Josephine Baker: the shadow and the spotlight
(01:24:34) - Audre Lorde: the power of the erotic
(01:39:10) - Amy Winehouse: the wild spirit
(01:51:31) - Janis Joplin: the outsider's voice
(02:03:05) - Marilyn Monroe: the misunderstood seductress
This episode was recorded on 9/12/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the â CHANI appâ or follow CHANI on â Instagramâ and â Twitterâ .
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by â NISHAâ and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
âInanna Queen of Heaven and Earthâ translated by Diane Wolkstein and Samuel Noah Kramer
âThe Book of Lilithâ by Barbara Black Koltuv
âSister Outsiderâ by Audre Lorde
âThe Black Unicorn: Poemsâ by Audre Lorde
âUses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Powerâ by Audre Lorde
âThe Masterâs Tools Will Never Dismantle the Masterâs Houseâ by Audre Lorde
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available â hereâ .
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Episode 11
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode, weâre reading the birth charts of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump alongside the astrology of Election Day and Inauguration Day to forecast what could come next â and think about how to prepare. Weâre also digging into the recent astrology thatâs been showing up in the news: from the transits unexpectedly reflected in major headlines (think: dogs, childless cat ladies, and the presidential debate) to the Pisces lunar eclipse that called our shadows to the fore (think: the second assassination attempt on Trump, Diddyâs arrest, and the anticipated fall of the music mogulâs empire). Thereâs a lot to cover, so letâs get into it.
Content warning: Sexual assault
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 11
(03:01) - Analyzing the presidential debate
(06:01) - The role of Venus and Black Moon Lilith in the debate
(08:56) - Themes of reproductive rights and social issues
(12:11) - The impact of Trumpâs comments on pets
(15:05) - The aftermath of the debate and polling insights
(17:53) - Transitioning to the Pisces eclipse
(21:13) - The significance of this lunar eclipse
(24:06) - The arrest of Sean âDiddyâ Combs and the cultural ramifications
(26:58) - The parallels between Diddy and Weinstein in 2017: Venus retrograde and 2025 trends
(56:10) - Eclipses and how they unearth our shadows
(57:28) - Analyzing Harrisâ and Trumpâs charts
(01:01:15) - Annual profections and their impact
(01:05:09) - Mercuryâs role in the election
(01:10:53) - Transits and their implications for Harris
(01:17:27) - Uniquely challenging transits for Trump
(01:22:21) - Inauguration Day forecast
(01:30:29) - Progressions and their connection to the upcoming election
(01:39:17) - Zodiacal releasing and what it can tell us about the election
This episode was recorded on 9/23/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
Episode homework:
Register to vote at vote.gov (or make sure youâre registered). Spread the word to those around you to do the same. Check out Seed the Vote and get involved in the election at the grassroots level.P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 10
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas and Thea Anderson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to catch up on how recent transits have manifested in current events, including the Democratic National Convention. We cover all the major headlines: the swell of hope (and hype) for the HarrisâWalz ticket, the hypocritical exclusion of Palestinian delegates during the DNC, the parallels between the US student protests for Palestine and the âGen Z revolutionâ in Bangladesh, and the chaos of the It Ends With Us press tour. Plus, we give you a preview of what to expect from eclipse season. (FYI: Itâs right around the corner.)
Content warning: Genocide, trafficking, domestic violence
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 10
(02:00) - Chaotic and controversial energy: The Influence of Mars in Gemini
(11:03) - A return to ideals: The Full Moon in Aquarius
(20:48) - Groundbreaking movements: The student uprisings in Bangladesh
(29:45) - Historic candidacy: The rise of Kamala Harris
(32:01) - Venusâ recent square to Mars
(36:15) - Exclusion of Palestinian voices at the DNC
(53:01) - Holding multiple truths and working toward change
(01:08:20) - Embracing transformation: The first eclipse in Pisces
(01:15:21) - Focusing on the future we want to build
(01:20:49) - Opportunities for organizing
This episode was recorded on 8/26/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following articles, organizations, and creators:
Bangladeshâs âGen Z revolutionâ toppled PM Sheikh Hasina. Why did they hit the streets and what happens now? by Helen Regan for CNN
A Palestinian Americanâs Place Under the Democratsâ Big Tent? by Ta-Nehisi Coates for Vanity Fair
FreeFrom
The Uncommitted Movement
Jools Lebron
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 9
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how recent transits (read: the MarsâUranus conjunction, the Full Moon in Capricorn, and Marsâ ingress into Gemini) have shown up in the collective â and specifically, the US presidential election. Covering everything from the Trump assassination attempt to Bidenâs decision to bow out, Kamala Harrisâ âbratâ summer, and the parallels between the upcoming DNC and the historic DNC of 1968, we look at how these key astro events have manifested IRL and could continue to play out.
Plus, we give you homework to get involved. After the episode, check out the work of Seed the Vote and the Working Families Party, take action with the Uncommitted National Movement by calling on Harris to do the right thing and end Bidenâs disastrous policy of arming Israelâs ongoing genocide and occupation in Palestine, and support grassroots candidates and organize around down-ballot voting in the upcoming election.
Timestamps:
(00:00:00) â Welcome to Down to Astro episode 9
(00:00:40) â Introduction
(00:01:33) â The MarsâUranus conjunction and the assassination attempt on Trump
(00:11:21) â The culmination of the Full Moon in Capricorn, the ICJ ruling, and Bidenâs withdrawal from the election
(00:14:47) â The Microsoft outage
(00:17:30) â Mars in Gemini and the changing narrative of the Democratic presidential campaign
(00:30:16) â Dems calling the GOP âweirdâ
(00:36:20) â Venusian themes of female power, Brat green, and cat ladies
(00:39:54) â Circling back to the astrological parallels and predictions we got right: the 1960s vs. now
(00:51:39) â The astrology of August: the MarsâJupiter conjunction, the MarsâSaturn square, JupiterâSaturn square, and Venusâ movements amid everything
(01:04:58) â Surprising news during the upcoming Full Moon in Aquarius
(01:14:12) â Kamala Harrisâ chart during the DNC: a Venus return and 12th House profection
(01:30:53) â Zodiacal releasing technique: Kamala Harris is peaking on all levels
(01:36:20) â Homework: Vote and get involved with grassroots organizations
(01:37:40) â Episode 9 wrap-up
This episode was recorded on 8/5/2024.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and X.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following works and organizations:
Down to Astroâs âFull Moon & MarsâUranus Breakdown(s)â Instagram Live
The Uncommitted National Movement
Seed the Vote
The Working Families Party
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 8
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode is all about how the recent movements of Mars, Mercury, and Uranus showed up IRL. From Israelâs invasion of Rafah to Trumpâs 34 guilty counts, we look at how the past monthâs astrological events manifested in the collective. Plus, we give you a preview of whatâs coming next.
Content warning: genocide
Timestamps:
(00:00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 8
(00:00:40) - Introduction
(00:02:38) - Mars in Aries and Israelâs invasion of Rafah
(00:16:28) - Jupiter in Gemini (the sign of the twins) and Biden / Bibi
(00:23:54) - Mercury conjunct Uranus and Trumpâs conviction
(00:28:37) - Mars in Taurus and pro-Palestine protests
(00:31:19) - Mars conjunct Uranus on Trumpâs midheaven
(00:34:18) - Saturnian consequences for Trump
(00:35:29) - More on Jupiter
(00:37:06) - Taurus and fundamentalism
(00:38:16) - Upcoming DNC convention during Jupiterâs and Marsâ squares to Saturn
(00:39:26) - Advice for activists during the difficult astrology to come
(00:52:29) - Bidenâs restrictive immigration policy
(00:57:58) - Whale news, courtesy of Saturn in Pisces
(01:03:58) - Episode 8 wrap-up
This episode was recorded on 6/6/24, before the Nuseirat refugee camp raid.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
âBidenâs Push to End the War in Gazaâ by The Daily
The works of Mariame Kaba
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 7
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how the recent eclipses and JupiterâUranus conjunction landed IRL. From the ongoing student protests (and violent backlash) to the discord surrounding the exorbitant Met Gala, we look at how these astrological events manifested in the collective. Plus, we give you a preview of whatâs coming next. Itâs practical. Itâs chatty. And it grounds the current astrology in everyday life.
Content warning: police violence
Timestamps:
(00:00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 7
(00:01:49) - Overview of eclipse season and the JupiterâUranus conjunction in relation to student protests and anti-war movements
(00:09:23) - Timeline of student protests at Columbia University and how the astrology aligned
(00:13:25) - Events that occurred the last time Jupiter was in Taurus, including Occupy Wall Street
(00:17:04) - Events that occurred the last time Jupiter and Uranus were conjunct, including the Arab Spring
(00:18:44) - The 2024 and 1968 protests at Hindâs Hall
(00:20:46) - Saturn in Aries, extreme punishment, and divesting from carceral systems
(00:23:18) - The legality of the student protests in response to the genocide in Gaza
(00:25:19) - The balm of Jupiter conjunct Uranus
(00:27:36) - Macklemoreâs song âHindâs Hallâ and the public perception of celebrity wealth amid genocide
(00:29:08) - Jupiter in Taurus, the Met Gala, and the Hunger Games
(00:31:43) - Pluto in Aquarius, the French Revolution, and âhaleyybayleeâ
(00:32:43) - Ways celebrities can help people in Gaza: Operation Olive Branch
(00:33:23) - #Blockout2024 and the âdigital guillotineâ movement compared to literal guillotines of the French Revolution
(00:35:34) - How astrology and social movements are seeded in the past but continue to sprout in the future
(00:36:59) - The perception of wealth inequality and the responsibility of people in power to create positive social change
(00:42:16) - Different models of uprising: TikTok, Mercury and Chiron near the North Node, and in-person protests
(00:44:47) - The impact of TikTok, X, and other digital spaces for social organizing
(00:47:46) - Jupiterâs ingress into Gemini, the sign of the twins, amid talks of a two-state solution
(00:53:29) - Student protests at the Democratic National Convention
(00:58:59) - Politiciansâ recent and historical responses to protests
(01:04:09) - The anti-apartheid protest at Hindâs Hall in 1985 and Marsâ conjunction with the North Node
(01:06:54) - How Pluto functions in fire signs and impacts each generationâs drive to create change
(01:08:49) - Jupitarian homework: working with hope as a practice
(01:11:11) - Jupiter in Gemini predictions
(01:17:48) - Personal stories about travel during difficult astrology
(01:19:35) - Episode 7 wrap-up
This episode was recorded on 5/13/24.
For more astrological insights, download the â CHANI appâ or follow CHANI on â Instagramâ and â Twitterâ .
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by â NISHAâ and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
ââ The Ghost of the 1968 Antiwar Movement Has Returnedâ by Charles M. Blowâ
â Cosmos and Psyche by Richard Tarnasâ
â Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World by Naomi Kleinâ
â The works of Mariame Kabaâ
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available â hereâ .
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Episode 6
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through the ways that recent and upcoming transits mirror the events of the mid-to-late 1960s. Covering everything from how the lunar nodes (and eclipses) in Aries and Libra have coincided with violence and anti-war movements to the ways that the rare conjunctions of Saturn, Mercury, and the Sun in Pisces have reverberated themes of sacrifice and martyrdom, it breaks down how these astro events have manifested in history and explores how they could continue to land this time around. Plus, it includes tips on how to work with the astrology as it unfolds.
Content warning: suicide and genocide
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro episode 6
(00:21) - Introduction to the parallels of astrology through history
(05:35) - The North Node in Aries, the South Node in Libra, and eclipses today and in the 1960s
(14:15) - The United Statesâ Chiron return conjunct this seasonâs eclipses
(15:19) - Chiron, the North Node, eclipses, cazimis, and honoring the life of Aaron Bushnell (content warning: suicide)
(17:50) - The similarities in the astrology surrounding Aaron Bushnellâs act of protest in February of 2024 and Alice Herzâ act of protest in 1965 (content warning: suicide and genocide)
(23:55) - The SaturnâMercuryâSun conjunction and the âuncommittedâ vote in the United Statesâ Democratic Presidential primary election in Michigan
(25:28) - Saturn in Pisces moving into Aries and the parallels to that transit in the 1960s
(32:22) - Mars aspecting the nodes of the Moon (content warning: genocide)
(34:22) - The lunar nodes and eclipses in Aries and Libra, affirmative action, and civil rights
(45:10) - Venus and Mars conjunct Pluto in Aquarius (content warning: genocide)
(46:10) - The UranusâPluto conjunction in the 1960s, the current UranusâPluto whole sign square, and the arms and space races of these times plus the upcoming Jupiter / Uranus conjunction in Taurus
(54:30) - The beginning of this eclipse season, the March 25th lunar eclipse in Libra, and the April 8th solar eclipse in Aries, plus the Mercury retrograde beginning on April 1st
(57:50) - Mars in Aquariusâ whole sign square to Uranus, ingress into Pisces, and upcoming Saturn conjunction
(58:43) - Tips for navigating all of the upcoming astrology
(60:49) - Using technology as a tool for mobilization, resistance, and boycotts
(62:27) - More tips for navigating the upcoming astrology
(66:11) - Episode 6 wrap-up
This episode was recorded on 3/15/24, before the US drafted a resolution to the UN calling for a six-week ceasefire in Gaza.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
Cosmos and Psyche by Richard Tarnas
âThe âColorblindnessâ Trap: How a Civil Rights Ideal Got Hijackedâ by Nikole Hannah-Jones
Freedom is a Constant Struggle by Angela Y. Davis
âAn Arms Race Quietly Unfolds in Spaceâ by The Daily
âHoroscopes for the North Node in Aries and the South Node in Libraâ by CHANI
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Episode 5
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through 2024âs key transits. Covering everything from Plutoâs re-entrance into Aquarius to Jupiterâs conjunction with Uranus in Taurus and Marsâ retrograde in Leo, it breaks down how these events have manifested throughout history and explores how they could land this time around. Itâs practical. Itâs fun. Itâs chatty. And itâs packed with tips on how to work with the astrology as it unfolds.
Timestamps:
(00:00) - Welcome to Down to Astro Episode 5
(02:33) - Jupiter conjunct Uranus (April 20th, 2024)
(06:12) - The history of Jupiter and Uranus
(16:24) - The history of Jupiter, Uranus, and Pluto
(20:31) - Pluto changing signs
(31:45) - What is Zodiacal Releasing?
(34:25) - Jupiter in Gemini
(42:19) - The astrology of July and August
(47:41) - Mars retrograde
(49:26) - Some positive notes for 2024
(51:24) - Working with the yearâs astrology
(52:37) - Episode 5 wrap-up
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
This episode also mentioned the following creative works:
âPluto and the Power of Generationsâ by CHANI
Doppelganger by Naomi Klein
On the Nose Podcast by Jewish Currents: Naomi Klein on Israelâs âDoppelganger Politicsâ
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Episode 4
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how recent astrological events have mirrored what weâve experienced in the collective and how they could continue to show up IRL. Covering everything from last monthâs Mars cazimi and the future of AI to the duality of Mercuryâs upcoming retrograde, it breaks down what you need to know about the end of 2023. Plus, it gives us a few tips on how to prep for whatâs coming next.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 3
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through the aftermath of eclipse season, the influence of Venus in Libra, and the potential impact of the upcoming Mars cazimi in Scorpio. Covering everything from the active genocide and humanitarian crisis in Gaza to the US election, the SAG-AFTRA strike, and the historical significance of previous Mars cazimis, it breaks down how these key astrological events have manifested in the collective and could continue to land IRL. Plus, it gives us a preview of whatâs coming next.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
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Episode 2
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This mini-episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through the upcoming eclipse season â aka one of the biggest astrological moments of the year. Covering everything from the difference between solar and lunar eclipses, North and South Node eclipses, and shifting sign axes to the impact that Venus will have on this set of eclipses, it breaks down how these key astrological events could manifest in the collective. Plus, it gives us a few tips on how to prep for this season of release.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here. -
In this podcast, professional astrologers Chani Nicholas, Thea Anderson, and Eliza Robertson look to the sky to make sense of whatâs happening here on Earth.
This episode brings you into the astrological group chat to talk through how the recent Venus retrograde, Mercury retrograde, and North and South Node shift have landed IRL. Covering everything from the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes to the rise of Barbie, the impact of the Eras and Renaissance World Tours, and the onslaught of celebrity breakups, it looks back at how the summerâs transits manifested in the collective. Plus, it gives us a preview of whatâs coming next (weâre looking at you, eclipse season) and tips on how to work with our personal Venus placements. Itâs practical. Itâs fun. Itâs chatty. And it grounds the current astrology in everyday life.
For more astrological insights, download the CHANI app or follow CHANI on Instagram and Twitter.
The song âMidas,â featured in the podcast, was created by NISHA and is available wherever you listen to music.
P.S. The transcript for this episode is available here.
