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This Week in Astrology Episode 244 -- 1/2/2012

Venus quincunx Mars * Five Mercury events * live listener consultation  * And more! Click here to listen now! A Venus-Mars quincunx calls for relationship adjustments, while Mercury aspects to most of the slower planets make it easier to receive intuitive guidance! Our live listener consultation with Anna finds her "on the edge of a precipice," exploring her desire to become a medium and wondering whether a relationship is in her future. Get  20% off all Spiritsong's services thru January . And check out Benjamin's "Astrology of 2012" presentations near Asheville on Jan. 7 & 10! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Click links below to see associated charts. Overview: 1:39 Monday: 2:14 Tuesday: 3:03 Wednesday: 3:09 Thursday: 4:01 Friday: 4:31 Saturday: 4:36

This Week in Astrology, Episode 243, 12/26/2011

Sun conjunct Pluto * Mercury square Mars * live listener consultation  * And more! Click here to listen now! A Sun-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn invites serious transformation, while Sagittarian Mercury square Mars energizes minds and mouths everywhere! Our live listener consultation with Cynthia explores her soul-deep synastry with her ex-lover, and looks at whether they will ever be reunited. Here's a holiday gift for you: 20% off all Spiritsong's services thru January . And  Dollar-Per-Minute Gift Certificates and Buy-2-Get-1-Free Computer Natal Reports remain available thru Dec. 31! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Click links below to see associated charts. Overview: 1:34 Monday: 2:00 Tuesday: 2:20 Wednesday: 2:54 Thursday: 4:12 Friday: 5:30 Saturday: 5:47 Sunday: 6:58 Next

This Week in Astrology, Episode 242 --12/19/11

Sun enters Capricorn * New Moon * Free consultation winners! * Winter Solstice Chart * Jupiter direct * And more! Click here to listen now! A Capricorn New Moon, hot on the heels of the Winter Solstice , headlines the week. Jupiter's direct station , a Thor's Hammer aspect pattern , and a host of Sun and Venus aspects round out the highlights. We announce the winners of FREE consultations from Benjamin and Spiritsong , just as we do every time the seasons change. And we scrutinize the Winter Solstice Chart for Washington, DC , as well as how it transits the US natal chart. With only one week 'til Christmas, it's definitely time to take advantage of our holiday specials!  Dollar-Per-Minute Gift Certificates and Buy-2-Get-1-Free Computer Natal Reports make awesome gifts! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscrib

This Week in Astrology, Episode 241 --12/12/11

Mercury retrograde ends * Venus-Jupiter-Saturn T-square * Mars-Jupiter-Uranus semi-hard aspects * And more! Click here to listen now! Mercury retrograde ends this week, but don't jump into those new projects just yet! A Venus-Jupiter-Saturn T-square reality-checks love and money. And semi-hard aspects involving Jupiter, Mars and Uranus require careful handling to produce positive outcomes! Our Part 1 Listener Chart gives Anne advice on how to work with the Venus-Saturn sky square lining up on her natal Jupiter and Midheaven. With Christmas just two weeks away, it's time to take advantage of our holiday specials. Dollar-Per-Minute Gift Certificates and Buy-2-Get-1-Free Computer Natal Reports make great gifts! My Guided Invocations/Shamanic Healing Conference Call continues on Tuesdays, 8-9 pm US eastern time. FREE class; love offerings welcome. Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn abou

This Week in Astrology, Episode 240 --12/5/11

Lunar Eclipse Full Moon * Uranus turns direct * Jupiter sextile Chiron * And more! Click here to listen now! A Lunar Eclipse Full Moon in Gemini shines forth intensely, while Uranus' direct station intensifies the energy of revolution and paradigm shift. A four-month Jupiter-Chiron sextile amplifies healing possibilities, while a Venus-Mars trine smooths out some of the relationship challenge being broadcast by the eclipse! Our Part 1 Listener Chart gives Karen advice on how to work with transiting Uranus stationing in strong aspect to her natal Chiron, Moon and Uranus! Only a few weeks remain to take advantage of our holiday specials. Dollar-Per-Minute Gift Certificates and Buy-2-Get-1-Free Computer Natal Reports make great gifts! My Guided Invocations/Shamanic Healing Conference Call continues on Tuesdays, 8-9 pm US eastern time. FREE class; love offerings welcome. Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrolo

This Week in Astrology, Episode 239 --11/28/11

Venus conjunct Pluto * Sun conjunct Mercury * Sun & Mercury square Mars * Live listener consultation * And more! Click here to listen now! A Venus-Pluto conjunction fires up transformation in relationships, creativity and finance. And the Sun and Mercury, conjunct in Sagittarius, square Mars . Such volatile energy needs mindful handling! Our live listener consultation with Gretchen helps her see why she's feeling "stuck," and also delves into her life purpose, relationships and money issues. Be sure to take advantage of our holiday specials. Dollar-Per-Minute Gift Certificates and Buy-2-Get-1-Free Computer Natal Reports make great gifts! My Guided Invocations/Shamanic Healing Conference Call continues on Tuesdays, 8-9 pm US eastern time. FREE class; love offerings welcome. Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscrib

This Week in Astrology, Episode 238 --11/21/11

Mercury retrograde! * Solar eclipse! * Live listener consultation * Three aspect patterns! * And MUCH more! Click here to listen now! It's an extraordinarily eventful week: Mercury retrograde begins , followed by a powerfully aspected Solar Eclipse New Moon ! T-square and Grand Trine aspect patterns continue, and are joined by a three-month Wedge . Throw in a Uranus-Chiron semi-sextile , a Mars-Pluto trine , and eleven Venus and Sun events (including the Sun entering Sagittarius ), and you've got one seriously active sky! Our live listener consultation assures Adriana that this week's Solar Eclipse -- which lands on her natal Sun -- can have a more auspicious outcome than other recent eclipses. We also compare and contrast the upcoming solar return charts for her birthplace and current city. My two-week How to Use Solar Fire Class kicks off this Monday , Nov. 21 at Noon US eastern time. Also beginning this Tuesday : Guided Invocations / Shamanic Healing Ceremonies .

This Week in Astrology, Episode 237 --11/14/11

Challenging T-square * Listener emails * Pluto-Jupiter-Mars Grand Trine * New classes * And more! Click here to listen now! We discuss two powerful aspect patterns this week: a Grand Trine in earth featuring Pluto, Jupiter and Mars, and a T-square which includes Neptune, Chiron, Mars and the Sun. We also interpret two aspects included in these configurations -- a Mars-Jupiter trine and a Sun-Neptune square. In addition, we elucidate quintiles from Venus and Mercury to Neptune and Chiron . We feature listener emails this week, and on a juicy variety of topics: Western vs. Vedic astrology, befriending Pluto with shamanic astrology, what to do when invocations don't work, how to calculate sign rulers, more on Steve Jobs, electional astrology for business, and more! Plus there's a Part 1 Listener Chart , with Sharon's Pluto lit up by a transiting Grand Trine! Three remote classes are about to start, all available from the comfort of your home! Transits & Progressions

This Week in Astrology, Episode 236 --11/7/11

Taurus Full Moon * Neptune & Chiron turn direct * Four Mars events * Live listener consultation * And more! Click here to listen now! A Taurus Full Moon with an inspiring Sabian Symbol highlights the week, followed by Neptune and Chiron turning direct . Plus, Mars makes challenging aspects to most of the slower planets , and settles in for an extended residency in Virgo. Our live listener consultation with professional flutist Viviana Guzman focuses on when she can hope for a big career breakthrough . We explore the chart factors that would support career success for anyone, and identify when she's most likely to hit the big time! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Click link below to see associated chart. Overview: 1:32 Monday: 2:06 Tuesday: 3:04 Wednesday: 5:00 Thursday: 8:45 Friday: 13:56 Saturday:

This Week in Astrology, Episode 235 --10/31/11

Interview w/ astrologer & fantasy author Moses Siregar III * Venus & Mercury enter Sagittarius and aspect several slower planets * Final notices for Spiritsong's 30% off special, Benjamin's classes & the OPA retreat * And more! Click here to listen now! As Mercury makes a valiant (but ultimately futile) effort to catch up with Venus , they both make the same aspects within hours of each other: squares to Neptune and Chiron, a trine to Uranus and a quincunx to Jupiter . And they enter Sagittarius , too! Our interview with award winner Moses Siregar III explores his astrological specialties, which include astromapping, a fluid use of multiple house systems and a "best of both worlds" approach to using the Western and Vedic systems. We also discuss The Black God's War , his new astrologically inspired fantasy novel, and how he helps his clients with flower essences. Come spend an hour with this fascinating young man! Spiritsong's 30% off special

This Week in Astrology, Episode 234 --10/24/11

Scorpio New Moon * Jupiter trine Pluto * Live listener consultation * Venus square Mars * And more! Click here to listen now! A strongly aspected Scorpio New Moon highlights the week, while a Jupiter-Pluto trine radiates transformation and potential prosperity for several weeks. Mars' squares to Venus and Mercury put strong forces into motion, as do the Sun's numerous aspects to slower planets ! Our live listener consultation features "Louise," a professional musician whose intense transits from Pluto and Uranus are putting her through a seriously dark night of the soul. Listen in as she learns how to embrace the upside of these life-transforming energies! Spiritsong is continuing her 30% off special on her astrology and healing services thru October. Buy it this month, and take up to a year to use it! A new slate of astrology classes and weekly events begins next month, including a brand-new "How To Use Solar Fire" class -- click here to choose your

This Week in Astrology, Episode 233 --10/17/11

Jessica Murray interview on America's volatile astrology * Mars sesquiquadrate Uranus & Pluto * Spiritsong co-hosts * Sun enters Scorpio and trines Neptune * And more! Click here to listen now! This week we feature a nearly one-hour interview with Jessica Murray , author of Soul-Sick Nation: An Astrologer's View of America. We discuss America's volatile astrology, "Occupy Wall Street" and its spin-off movements, and more! Spiritsong joins us for the rest of the show, and even shares some of her experiences with the growing "Occupy Asheville" movement. Our analysis of this week's transits includes Mars' sesquiquadrates to Uranus and Pluto , which briefly form a challenging "Thor's Hammer" aspect pattern. Other notable transits include the Sun's trine to Neptune and entry into Scorpio , and Mercury's opposition to Jupiter . Our Part 1 Listener Chart has us advising Deb on how to work with her 12th House Mercury and Ma

This Week in Astrology, Episode 232 --10/10/11

Occupy Wall Street, Steve Jobs astrologized * Full Moon * Sun-Saturn conjunction * Lots of Venus and Mercury events! Click here to listen now! We look at how the growing "Occupy Wall Street" phenomenon is being driven by powerful aspects to the US chart. We also feature an in-depth astrological analysis of the life and times of the late and much beloved Steve Jobs -- the man who, through Apple's groundbreaking iProducts, revolutionized the lives of so many. A boisterous Aries Full Moon highlights the week, tempered somewhat by a sobering Sun-Saturn conjunction . And we have a gaggle of Venus and Mercury aspects to discuss! I'd love to see you this Saturday at my Oct. 15 "Heal and Awaken" workshop . Learn simple, powerful invocations to bring the power of the divine into your life now ! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love

This Week in Astrology, Episode 231 --10/3/11

Mars square Jupiter * Listener emails * Venus enters Scorpio, trines Neptune & Chiron * And more! Click here to listen now! An energizing Mars-Jupiter square highlights the week, but is balanced by a more sober Mercury-Saturn conjunction . Venus is also active, entering the mystical depths of Scorpio and trining Neptune and Chiron! Our Part 1 Listener Chart shows the Mars-Jupiter square lining up in Marian's 1st and 10th houses; we'll discuss some of her possibilities for new beginnings and career success! Our listener emails cover numerous topics: the meaning of a quintile yod, using peaceful invocations to deal with a venomous bureaucracy, coping with unexpected spiritual experiences, how I became a shamanic healer, and dealing with life upheavals wrought by Pluto squaring its natal position. I'd love to see you at the FREE experiential presentation in Asheville on Oct. 4 (this Tuesday!) to introduce my Oct. 15 "Heal and Awaken" workshop ! Hear all about

This Week in Astrology, Episode 230 -- 9/26/11

Libra New Moon with intense aspects * Nine Mercury and Sun aspects! * Venus conjunct Saturn * Mars quincunx Pluto * And more! Click here to listen now! The Libra New Moon has a prodigious array of potent aspects, counterbalanced by a spiritually uplifting Sabian Symbol! A Venus-Saturn conjunction suggests reality-checking relationships, while a potentially volatile Mars-Pluto quincunx calls for special handling. And that's just for starters in this astrologically eventful week! Our Part 1 Listener Chart has the New Moon lining up on Jayson's 7th House ruler Uranus and opposing his Chiron -- an intense setup indeed! And I announce several new events, including a FREE experiential presentation in Asheville on Tues., Oct. 4 to introduce my Oct. 15 "Heal and Awaken" workshop ! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe

This Week in Astrology Episode 229 -- 9/19/11

Fall Equinox Chart * FREE CONSULTATION WINNERS! * Challenging aspects involving ALL the personal planets! * Live listener consultation on self-esteem and personal power * And more! Click here to listen now! For the first time, we go into depth on a seasonal mundane chart (the Fall Equinox). We also cover how to work with the numerous challenging aspects between slower planets and the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars! We announce our quarterly FREE consultation winners -- one each for me and Spiritsong -- and give you a heads-up on the renaming and restructuring of my Oct. 15 Asheville workshop (now called " Heal and Awaken "). Our Live Listener Consultation with Susie focuses on her challenges with self-esteem and "getting as good as she gives," based on a potent T-square in her chart -- which itself is currently being supercharged by transiting Uranus and Pluto! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstro

This Week in Astrology Episode 228 -- 9/12/11

Full Moon * FOUR aspect patterns! * Pluto turns direct * Five Venus events * Live listener consultation * And more! Click here to listen now! This is one of the busiest sky weeks we've ever covered! A Full Moon, FOUR aspect patterns, Pluto turning direct, five Venusian events -- the list goes on and on! Our Live Listener Consultation with Chris, more than any ever aired on this show, reflects my true counseling style -- covering whatever's most important. Don't be surprised if you learn a few things as you listen! Next week's show will cover the Fall Equinox, which means we'll be picking two more FREE consultation winners . To be eligible, be sure to email me your date, time and city of birth if you haven't already done so. Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 1:55 Monday: 3:42

This Week in Astrology Episode 227 -- 9/5/11

Four Mercury events! * Mars sextile Venus & quintile Jupiter * Live listener consultation * Two weekly shamanic events debut this week! Click here to listen now! Mercury opposes Neptune and Chiron, quincunxes Uranus and enters Virgo -- it's enough to make your mind reel! And Mars' aspects to Jupiter and Venus add plenty of fire to the week. Our Live Listener Consultation helps Olga gain perspective on why she has felt "stuck," in her career and in her life overall, for so many years. Plus, Juli responds to Benjamin's Part 1 interpretation of her chart from last week's show. Finally, Benjamin announces the debut of two weekly shamanic events , every Tuesday and Wednesday, by love offering. You can participate in person or by phone! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!)

This Week in Astrology Episode 226 -- 8/29/11

Sun/Jupiter/Pluto Grand Trine * Jupiter retrograde * Listener emails Click here to listen now! A Grand Trine aspect pattern, featuring the Sun, Jupiter and Pluto, highlights the week with possibilities that range from abundant wealth to intense transformation. And Jupiter turns retrograde! Our Part 1 listener chart features Juli's natal Venus being lit up by this week's Grand Trine -- how will it affect her relationships, finances and creativity? And we have plenty of listener emails , which include feedback from listener chart interpretations, an inspiring prosperity report, a possible change in my "Ask and Receive" invocations ( what do you think? ), and feedback from the front lines of emerging consciousness! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 2:13 Monday: 2:52 Tues

This Week in Astrology Episode 225 -- 8/22/11

Mercury retrograde ends * New Moon * Sun enters Virgo * Mars square Saturn * Numerous Sun and Venus aspects! Click here to listen now! Mercury retrograde ends this week, shortly before a heavily aspected New Moon in Virgo . The Sun and Venus make numerous aspects to outer planets , the Sun enters Virgo , and Mars squares Saturn . And that's just the highlights! Our Part 1 listener chart features Anne's chart ruler Pluto being aspected by everything from Chiron thru Pluto. She's up for some serious personal transformation! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 1:30 Monday: 2:25 Tuesday: 3:24 Wednesday: 3:52 Thursday: 7:23 Friday: 11:06 Saturday: 12:28 Sunday: 14:26 Next Week's Highlights: 17:21 Announcements: 19:47 Part 1 Listener Chart ( Anne , Jul 1 1959, 7:33 pm

This Week in Astrology Episode 224 -- 8/15/11

Sun-Venus-Mercury triple conjunction! * Live listener consultation * Mars sextile Jupiter * Venus opposes Neptune Click here to listen now! A rare triple conjunction of the Sun, Venus and Mercury in Leo highlights the week -- time to strut those sequins! A Mars-Jupiter sextile fires up primal forces, and a Venus-Neptune opposition paves the way for divine blending and inspired creativity. Our live listener consultation with Karen shows what a difference one year has made in her transits: from major career and relationship challenge to harmonious flow! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 2:01 Monday: 2:34 Tuesday: 2:53 Wednesday: 3:44 Thursday: 5:09 Friday: 5:58 Saturday: 6:32 Sunday: 7:26 Next Week's Highlights: 12:24 Announcements: 14:37 Live listener consultation (Kar

This Week in Astrology Episode 223 -- 8/8/11

Full Moon * Amy Winehouse * Mars opposed Pluto & square Uranus * Hal Bahr guest appearance! Click here to listen now! A Full Moon with a provocative Sabian Symbol highlights the week. Prepare for volatility with Mars square Uranus, opposing Pluto and trine Chiron . Also noteworthy: Mercury opposing Neptune and entering Leo! Guest astrologer Hal Bahr and I delve into how Amy Winehouse 's chart describes the events of her life and untimely death. And I explore how a Part 1 listener chart is being impacted by this week's challenging Mars transits! Hear all about this and more by clicking the link in the second paragraph above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 1:38 Monday: 2:10 Tuesday: 3:31 Wednesday: 6:54 Thursday: 7:54 Friday: 8:41 Saturday: 8:48 Sunday: 14:01 Next Week's Highlights: 15:11 Part 1 listener chart ( Carol , Jan 9 1951, 7:58 am, Philadelphia, PA) A