Big Sky Astrology Podcast

218 | Leo Full Moon: Drama Alert!

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 full? And April answers a listener question about lunar aspects that occurred just before you were born. Plus: A choir singing, Moon juice energy, and some different appetizers!
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[1:13] Venus enters Capricorn on Jan. 23 (12:50 am PST, through Feb. 16). It's time to get serious about relationships and the way we handle our money, to make beauty part of our business, and to create things that will last.[3:04] Moon Report! The Leo Full Moon (Jan. 25, 9:54 am PST, 05º14’ Leo-Aquarius) is on Sabian symbol 6 Leo, An old-fashioned woman and an up to date girl. Celebrate what's unique about you and the beautiful artistic qualities you offer the world – but rein in the drama.[6:22] This is the Full Moon in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle that began on July 28, 2022, with a New Moon at 05º38’ Leo. The First Quarter in this cycle was on April 27, 2023, the Last Quarter on Oct. 24, 2024.[7:18] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Jan. 22, the Moon in Gemini opposes Venus in Sagittarius (12:40 pm PST) and is VOC for just over sixty minutes, then enters Cancer (1:51 pm PST). Going after something you desire often means leaving your comfort zone.[9:04] On Jan. 24, the Moon in Cancer trines Neptune (2:58 pm PST), then is VOC for about 8 ½ hours, until the Moon enters Leo (11:36 pm PST). [10:35] On Jan. 26, the Moon in Leo squares Uranus (1:19 pm PST) and begins a 21-hour VOC (!!!) period, before entering Virgo (Jan. 27, 11:11 am PST). This examines how being ourselves conflicts with belonging to a group.[12:05] The Sun in Aquarius squares Jupiter on Jan. 26 (11:19 pm PST) at 06º49’ Aquarius-Taurus. Watch out for conflict between progress and need for financial certainty.[13:52] On Jan. 26 (11:35 pm PST), Uranus stations direct at 19°05’ on the Sabian symbol 20 Taurus, Wind, clouds, and haste. Don't move too quickly or make impulsive decisions that can't be taken back.[15:52] Mercury conjoins Mars on Jan. 27 (6:59 am PST, 17º17’ Capricorn). This is the third in a series of Mercury-Mars conjunctions. The first was on Oct. 29 and the second on Dec. 27, 2023. This combination supports mental acuity and courage to say what we need to say.[17:09] On Jan. 28 (1:06 pm PST), Mercury trines Uranus at 19°05’ Capricorn-Taurus. This is an excellent aspect for opening our minds to the sudden inspiration that seems to come from nowhere.[18:27] Venus sextiles Saturn on Jan. 27 (10:03 pm PST) at 6°00’ Capricorn-Pisces. Build something that you love.[19:07] On Jan. 28 (5:02 pm PST), Venus trines Jupiter at 06°59’ Capricorn-Taurus. What you love is your treasure.[20:35] Mars squares the Lunar Nodes at 18º02’ Capricorn-Aries on Jan. 28 (6:19 am PST). The Sabian symbol for Mars, 19 Capricorn, is A child of about five with a huge shopping bag; the North Node is 19 Aries, The Magic Carpet. Giving over to faith and magic might get you farther along your path.[22:42] Listener Scout asks about separating lunar aspects. Check out Ep. 116 for a review on planetary orbs and this video about applying and separating aspects.[30:12] If you’d like to have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april(at)bigskyastrology(dot)com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line.[31:47] If you like what you’re hearing, please subscribe, follow, like and share! This episode is brought to you by donors Nicole Hanna and Lianna Bennett, who both donated to the Podathon for the very first time in September![32:57] If you’d like to support the show, please go to bigskyastropod.com where you can make a one-time donation in any amount or become an ongoing monthly contributor! Donate $10 or more to receive access to April’s special equinox and solstice episodes.

217 | The Sun and Pluto Plunge into Aquarius!

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 Pluto on the day each of them moves into Aquarius; and April answers a listener question about the quincunx aspect. Plus: An awkward cocktail party interaction, the power of movement, and April shares memories from her Paleolithic past.
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[1:15] The Sun sextiles Neptune on Jan. 15 (4:38 pm PST), 25º21’ Capricorn-Pisces. The Sun’s Sabian symbol: 26 Capricorn, A water sprite. How can we use structures, forms and plans to make the world a better place?
[3:01] Moon Report! The Aries First Quarter Moon is on Jan. 17 (7:52 pm PST), 27°31’ Aries-Capricorn. Time to take action on something we initiated at that Jan. 11th Capricorn New Moon.
[5:47] This is the First Quarter Moon in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that began with a New Moon/Solar Eclipse on April 19, 2023, at 29º50’ Aries. 
[7:23] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Jan. 15, the Moon in Pisces sextiles Pluto (8:33 pm PST); it's VOC for about 15 minutes before it enters Aries (8:48 pm PST). An opportunity to surrender rather than trying to hold on to control.
[8:41] On Jan. 18, the Moon in Aries squares Pluto (12:03 am PST) and is VOC for only 12 minutes before it enters Taurus (12:12 am PST). Consider passionate, straightforward action versus the external control.
[9:28] The Moon in Taurus trines the Capricorn Sun on Jan. 20 (5:57:08 am PST). It's VOC for under one minute before entering Gemini (5:57:55 am PST). Enjoy the success that ends this Capricorn season; it was achieved at a slow and steady Taurus pace.
[10:44] On Jan. 18 (12:49 am PST), Mercury sextiles Saturn at 04°56’ Capricorn-Pisces. Treat this as an invitation to go a little off script and use intuition as well as rationale.
[12:24] Mercury trines Jupiter on Jan. 19 (1:31 am PST), 06°13’ Capricorn-Taurus. Mercury’s Sabian symbol is 7 Capricorn, A veiled prophet of power and Jupiter's is 7 Taurus, A woman of Samaria. Powerful words allow us to open our minds and see things in a new way.
[13:43] On Jan. 19 (7:49 am PST), Venus squares Neptune at 25º26’ minutes Sagittarius-Pisces. Venus is on Sabian symbol, 26 Sagittarius, A flag bearer, Neptune is on 26 Pisces, a New Moon that divides its influences. This aspect can bring a conflict between love and truth.
[15:53] Jan. 20 is a big day! The Sun conjuncts Pluto (5:46 am PST) at 29°59’ Capricorn. Treat this as an exclamation mark at the end of Pluto’s most recent time in Capricorn.
[16:50] The Sun enters Aquarius on Jan. 20 (6:07 am PST). Along with Pluto, the Sun is joined in this sign by Mercury (Feb. 4), Mars (Feb. 12), and Venus (Feb. 16). Expect community and planning for the future to be top of mind.
[17:53] Pluto re-enters Aquarius on Jan. 20 (4:56 pm PST), emphasizing the profound importance of creating things together.
[18:55] Listener Elliott asks about the Quincunx aspect. For more: A basic definition; Stormie Grace's discussion with Rick Levine; The Yod Book (Karen Hamaker-Zondag).
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216 | Capricorn New Moon: A Relay Race!

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 listener question about how transiting planets relate to the condition of that planet in our birth chart. Plus: Driving through fog, coloring outside the lines, and the Sun gets the bends!
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[1:04] Mercury makes the last in a series of squares to Neptune on Jan. 8 (5:24 pm PST) at 25º12’ Sagittarius-Pisces. Articulating difficult topics could be challenging but productive.
[2:58] The Sun trines Uranus on Jan. 9 (4:07 pm PST) at 19º13’ Capricorn-Taurus. Think of this transit as a smooth glide into an examination of who we are and who we want to be. 
[4:41] On Jan. 9 (6:40 pm PST) Mars sextiles Saturn at 04°05’ of Capricorn and Pisces. Look for work-related opportunities to come your way.
[6:32] The Sun squares the Lunar Nodes on Jan. 10 (5:43 pm PST) at 20º18’ Capricorn/Aries/Libra. When a planet is square the nodes, we say it's at the bendings. Release the habit of giving too much at the expense of individual accomplishments.
[8:35] Moon Report! The Capricorn New Moon (Jan. 11, 3:57 am PST at 20º44’ Capricorn) is on the Sabian symbol 21 Capricorn, A relay race. This is a reminder that achieving goals is often a matter of taking something as far as we can personally, then passing it off to another generation to take further. 
[10:23] This New Moon initiates a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that unfolds over the next three years as major lunations fall close to this New Moon point. The First Quarter Moon of this LPFC is on Oct. 10, 2024; the Full Moon is on July 10, 2025; the Last Quarter Moon is on April 9, 2026.
[11:50] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Jan. 9, the Moon in Sagittarius conjoins Mercury (10:24 am PST). It's VOC for a little over 7 hours until the Moon enters Capricorn (5:33 pm PST). 
[13:47] On Jan. 11, the Moon in Capricorn conjoins Pluto (6:33 pm PST). It's VOC for only half an hour before entering Aquarius (7:01 pm). 
[14:55] On Jan. 13, the Moon in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus (1:59 am PST) and ushers in an epic 17½ hour long (!!!) VOC Moon period, before it enters Pisces (7:29 pm). 
[16:43] Mars in Capricorn trines Jupiter in Taurus on Jan. 12 (2:42 am PST). Mars is on the Sabian symbol 6 Capricorn, A dark archway with ten logs at the bottom; Jupiter is on 6 Taurus, A bridge being built across a gorge. 
[18:29] Mercury enters Capricorn on Jan. 13 (6:49 pm PST) and will be in the sign of the sea goat until Feb. 4. Finally! It’s time to sit down and fill in your schedule for the coming year.
[19:57] Listener Diane asks about how our experience of a transit is influenced by its natal position. While discussing Mars in Cancer, April mentions Dana Gerhart’s observation about how planets in detriment or fall work overtime.
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215 | Mars in Capricorn: Refine Your Plan!

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 transiting "repeat offenders," planets that make the same aspect to the birth chart more than once. Plus: A siesta, a graceful dismount, and waaaaayyyy too much Uranus for one household!
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[1:21] Venus squares Saturn on Jan. 1 (5:26 am PST) at 03º17’, Sagittarius-Pisces. Venus is on Sabian symbol 4 Sagittarius, A little child learning to walk, and Saturn is at 4 Pisces, Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus. 
[3:21] Mercury stations direct on Jan. 1 (7:07 pm PST) at 22°10’ on the Sabian symbol, 23 Sagittarius, Immigrants entering. Mercury moves back into Capricorn on Jan. 13.
[4:27] Moon Report! The Libra Last Quarter Moon (Jan. 3, 7:30 pm PST) at 13º14’ Libra is on the Sabian symbol A noon siesta; the Sun is on 14 Capricorn, An ancient bas relief carved in granite. 
[6:27] This is the Last Quarter in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that began at the New Moon in Libra on Oct. 6, 2021. The First Quarter in this cycle was on July 6, 2022, the Full Moon on April 5, 2023. 
[8:11] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Jan. 2, the Moon in Virgo trines Pluto in Capricorn (3:36 p.m. PST). It's VOC for a little over one hour and then enters Libra (4:47 pm PST). 
[9:26] On Jan. 5, the Moon in Libra squares Pluto (3:41 am PST). It's VOC for just one hour, then enters Scorpio (4:39 am PST). 
[10:29] On Jan. 7, the Moon in Scorpio sextiles Pluto (12:22 pm PST). It's VOC for only 45 minutes and then enters Sagittarius (1:08 pm PST).
[11:35] Mars enters its sign of exaltation, Capricorn, on Jan. 4 (6:58 am PST), through Feb. 12, 2024. 
[13:46] Listener Kelly asks about the effect of transits as they make more than one exact aspect to the birth chart.
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214 | Cancer Full Moon: Walk it Like You Talk It!

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 found in the birth chart. Plus: Walking it like you talk it, making the king laugh, and flocking together!
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[1:17] Venus trines Neptune (Dec. 25, 9:15 am PST) at 24º09’ Scorpio-Pisces. The Sabian symbol for Venus is 25 Scorpio, An X-ray, and Neptune is on 25 Pisces, The purging of the priesthood.
[3:31] Moon Report! The Cancer Full Moon (Dec. 26, 4:33 pm PST, 04º58’ Cancer) is on the Sabian symbol 5 Cancer, An automobile wrecked by a train. It’s not as scary as it sounds!
[4:39] This Full Moon point receives supportive aspects from Jupiter and Saturn. The Sun's degree is on 5 Capricorn, Indians rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance. 
[6:48] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Full Moon in a LPFC that began at the New Moon on June 28, 2022 at 07º22’ Cancer. 
[8:29] Void-of-Course (VOC) periods. On Dec. 25, the Moon in Gemini opposes Mercury in Sagittarius (11:55 pm PST). It’s VOC for a little over seven hours, then enters Cancer on Dec. 26 (7:15 am PST). On Dec. 28, the Moon in Cancer opposes Pluto (2:57 pm PST). It's VOC for just about 1 ½ hours, then enters Leo (4:23 pm PST). On Dec. 30, the Moon in Leo trines Mars in Sagittarius (9:18 pm PST), it's VOC for about 1 ½ hours, then enters Virgo (Dec. 31, 3:53 am PST). 
[12:08] Mercury retrograde squares Neptune on Dec. 26 (11:42 pm PST) at 25º Sagittarius-Pisces. 
[13:38] Mercury retrograde makes a conjunction with Mars at 24º21’ Sagittarius on Dec. 27 (4:31 pm PST). The Sabian symbol for this degree is 25 Sagittarius, A chubby boy on a hobby horse. Imagine the outcome that you're hoping for but put some actual action behind it as well.
[15:41] On Dec. 27 (7:28 am PST), the Sun trines Jupiter at 05°36’ Capricorn-Taurus. 
[17:10] On Dec. 28 (2:15 pm PST), Mars squares Neptune at 25º02’ Sagittarius-Pisces. The Sabian symbol for Mars is 26 Sagittarius, A flag bearer, and Neptune is on 26 Pisces, A New Moon that divides influences. 
[19:31] On Dec. 28th (10:00 pm PST), Venus sextiles Pluto at 29º16’ Scorpio-Capricorn. Venus is on Sabian symbol, 30 Scorpio, A Halloween jester, and Pluto is on 30 Capricorn, A secret business conference. 
[21:12] Venus enters Sagittarius on Dec. 29 (12:23 pm PST, through Jan. 23, 2024). 
[23:10] Jupiter stations direct on Dec. 30 (6:40 pm PST) at 05°34’ Taurus. 
[23:51] Now, it's turning direct on Sabian symbol 6 Taurus, A bridge being built across a gorge. Jupiter will be direct through Oct. 8, 2024.
[25:12] Listener Betsy asks about where friends are found in the birth chart.
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213 | The Capricorn Solstice: Demanding Recognition!

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 curtains; and April answers a listener question about how to deal with fear and anxiety about big transits to your chart. Plus: Boot camp, petrified wood, and feeling pinned under something heavy! 
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[1:09] Mercury trines Jupiter (Dec. 18, 6:25 am PST) at 05º21’ Capricorn-Taurus. 
[3:09] Moon Report! The Pisces First Quarter Moon (Dec. 19, 10:39 am PST) at 27°35’ Pisces-Sagittarius conjoins Neptune and squares the Sun.
[4:35] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). 
[5:53] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Dec. 19, the Moon in Pisces sextiles Pluto in Capricorn (1:03 pm PST). It's VOC for about 1 ¾ hours, then enters Aries (2:47 pm PST). 
[7:19] On Dec. 21, the Moon in Aries squares Pluto (5:11 pm PST). It'll be VOC for a little over 1 1/2 hours before entering Taurus (6:50 pm PST). 
[8:10] The Moon in Taurus trines Pluto on Dec. 23 (10:40 pm PST). It's VOC for about 1 ½ hours, then enters Gemini on Dec. 24 (12:15 am PST). 
[9:22] On Dec. 20 (11:04 pm PST), Venus in Scorpio opposes Uranus in Taurus at 19º39’. The Sabian symbol for Venus is 20 Scorpio, A woman drawing two dark curtains aside. Uranus is on 20 Taurus, Wind, clouds, and haste. 
[10:58] Mercury makes the second of three sextiles to Saturn on Dec. 21 (4:33 am PST), 02°22’ Capricorn-Pisces.
[12:33] The Sun enters Capricorn on Dec. 21 (7:27 pm PST, through Jan. 20, 2024). This marks the solstice and the beginning of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, summer in the Southern Hemisphere. 
[15:07] The Sun and Mercury make a conjunction on Dec. 22 at 10:54 am Pacific Time at 00º39’ Capricorn. This is on the Sabian symbol 1, Capricorn, Indian chief demanding recognition.
[17:22] Mercury retrograde reenters Sagittarius on Dec. 22 (10:17 pm PST). Mercury was in Sagittarius between Nov. 9 - Dec. 1, 2023. 
[18:11] The Sun sextiles Saturn on Dec. 24 (9:28 AM PST) at 02º37’ Capricorn and Pisces. The Sabian symbol for the Sun is 3 Capricorn, A human soul receptive to growth and understanding, and Saturn is on 3 Pisces, A petrified forest. 
[19:51] Listener Veronica asks about how to deal with fear and anxiety with big transits in your chart. Relevant episodes mentioned: Episode 168, Episode 211, Episode 171.
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212 | Sagittarius New Moon: Borrowed Eyeglasses!

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 most of a transiting configuration that mirrors the same one in your birth chart. Plus: Angels harping, immigrants entering, and grand trines trining!
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[1:16] Mercury sextiles Venus on Dec. 11 (11:17 am PST) at 08º17’ Capricorn and Scorpio. Mercury is on Sabian symbol 9 Capricorn, An angel carrying a harp and Venus on 9 Scorpio, Dental work. Use this transit’s pleasant communication to solve long-standing problems with loved ones.
[3:32] Moon Report! The Sagittarius New Moon (Dec. 12, 3:32 pm PST, 20º40’ Sagittarius) is on Sabian symbol 21 Sagittarius, A child and a dog with borrowed eyeglasses. The Sun and Moon are square Neptune and trine the Aries North Node. 
[6:30] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This New Moon could be an important LPFC for you if you have planets or points close to 20º40’ Sagittarius, Pisces, Gemini or Virgo.
[7:40] The First Quarter Moon of this cycle is on Sept. 10, 2024, the Full Moon on June 22, 2025, and the Last Quarter on March 11, 2026.
[8:31] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Dec. 12, the Moon in Sagittarius squares Neptune (10:49 pm PST). It's VOC for almost nine hours (!!!) before it enters Capricorn (Dec. 13, 7:31 am PST).
[10:05] On Dec. 15, the Moon in Capricorn makes a conjunction with Pluto (8:04 am PST). It's VOC for almost two hours and then enters Aquarius (9:56 am PST). 
[10:43] The Moon in Aquarius sextiles the Sun (4:04 am PST) on Dec. 17. It is VOC for almost 8 hours (!!!) before entering Pisces (11:58 am PST). 
[11:31] Fun times! Mercury turns retrograde on Dec. 12 (11:09 pm PST) at 08º29’ Capricorn and is retrograde through Jan. 1, 2024. Mercury turns retrograde on Sabian symbol, 9 Capricorn, An angel carrying a harp. Tune in to higher powers.
[12:21] Mercury will move back into Sagittarius between Dec. 22, 2023 - Jan. 13, 2024, when it enters Capricorn, then enters Aquarius on Feb. 4.
[13:23] While Mercury is retrograde, it makes the second of three squares to Neptune: Nov. 27, Dec. 26, and Jan. 8. Hold off on finalizing plans for 2024 until after Jan. 8.
[14:15] Mercury conjoins Mars during this retrograde cycle as well, on Dec. 27. Holiday travel could be rough but productivity gets a boost by the end of January.
[16:23] The Sun trines the Moon's North Node on Dec. 14 (9:35 pm PST) at 22º57’ Sagittarius and Aries. The Sun is on the Sabian symbol, 23 Sagittarius, Immigrants entering. The Sabian symbol, 23 Aries, is A pregnant woman in light summer dress. This could be about leaving your comfort zone and conceiving of something new.
[18:34] On Dec. 16 (7:43 pm PST), the Sun squares Neptune at 22°55’ Sagittarius and Pisces on the Sabian symbols 25 Sagittarius, A chubby boy on a hobby horse and 25 Pisces, The purging of the priesthood. Focus on authenticity and building confidence.
[20:07] Listener Rachel asks about transits that mirror your birth chart.
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211 | Venus in Scorpio: Deep Dive!

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 about the upcoming transit of Uranus in Gemini, exploring historical parallels and offering a hopeful perspective on navigating the transformative times ahead. Plus: Alpacas, middle name enthusiasts, and should we be terrifiiiiied?™
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[1:16] Moon report! The Virgo Last Quarter Moon is on Dec. 4 (9:49 pm PST) at 12º48’ Virgo-Sagittarius. The Moon's Sabian symbol: 13 Virgo, A strong hand supplanting political hysteria.
[2:17] The Sagittarian Sun is conjunct Mars in this chart. Virgo’s ruler, Mercury, is currently in Capricorn, trine Jupiter in Taurus and sextile Saturn in Pisces.
[5:57] This is also the Last Quarter Moon in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle that began at the New Moon on Sep. 6, 2021, at 14º38’ Virgo. The First Quarter Moon in this cycle was on June 7, 2022 and the Full Moon on March 7, 2023.
[8:58] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Dec. 6, the Moon in Virgo trines Pluto (5:50 am PST). It's VOC for about three hours, then enters Libra (8:35 am PST). 
[10:09] On Dec. 8, the Moon in Libra squares Pluto (5:05 pm PST). It's VOC for about 2 1/2 hours, then enters Scorpio (7:35 pm PST). 
[11:42] Venus enters Scorpio on Dec. 4 (10:51 am PST); it'll be in this sign through Dec. 29. 
[14:10] On Dec. 5 (2:51 pm PST), Venus in Scorpio trines Saturn at 01°22’ Scorpio-Pisces. Relationships could get serious, and good work could be rewarded.
[15:57] Neptune stations direct on Dec. 6 (5:22 am PST). It's been retrograde since June 30, 2023. 
[17:14] Mercury trines Jupiter on Dec. 7 (8:09 pm PST) at 06°28’ of Capricorn-Taurus. Do the planning and gather the information needed for a big project.
[18:35] On Dec. 9th (7:35 pm PST), Venus opposes Jupiter at 06º20’ Scorpio-Taurus. Venus is on the Sabian symbol 7 Scorpio, Deep-sea divers.
[21:04] Listener Rafael asks about Uranus’ upcoming excursion in Gemini. Should we be terrifiiiiiied?™ Check out The Astrology Podcast’s treatment of The Uranus Return of the United States with Nick Dagan Best.
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