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256 | Pisces Lunar Eclipse: Looking Back, with Healing and Forgiveness

This week, the eclipses are here! Should you be terrifiiied?!?™ Maybe not, but buckle up, because it is a busy sky this week! The Pisces Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse brings a shift toward healing, forgiveness, and releasing grief. Mercury’s aspects with Jupiter and Saturn examine group communications and slowing our minds. The Sun aspects Uranus (your unique self is acknowledged), Neptune (confusion), and Pluto (handling power), and then bursts into Libra season. On the day of the Libra equinox, Venus’s square to Pluto leads to a deep examination of values, before it sinks into mysterious Scorpio. And April answers a listener question about the second Saturn return. Plus: Unconscious patterns are…unconscious, slowing the monkey mind, and your Saturn report card!
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[1:25] Moon Report! The Pisces Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse (Sep. 17, 7:34 pm PDT, 25º40’ Pisces
[3:35] Past eclipses near this degree:  Sep. 16, 1997, March 19, 2007, March 20, 2015, Sep. 16, 2016.
[4:53] This is the Full Moon in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began with a New Moon on March 21, 2023, at 00º49’ Aries. The First Quarter Moon in this LPFC was on December 19, 2023, and the Last Quarter Moon in this LPFC is on June 18, 2025.
[6:23] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods: Sep. 18 (2:02 am PDT), Sep. 20 (1:39 am PDT), Sep. 22 (3:14 am PDT).
[9:55] On Sep. 18 (1:50 am PDT), Mercury opposes Saturn at 15º15’ Virgo-Pisces.
[11:05] On Sep. 19 (7:04 am PDT), the Sun trines Uranus at 27º07’ Virgo-Taurus. 
[13:00] The Sun opposes Neptune on Sep. 20 (5:17 pm PDT) at 28º30’ Virgo-Pisces. 
[14:27] Mercury squares Jupiter on Sep. 21 (1:50 am PDT) at 20º48’ Virgo-Gemini.
[15:17] On Sep. 21 (11:12 pm PDT), the Sun trines Pluto at 29°44’ Virgo-Capricorn.
[17:03] On Sep. 22 (5:44 am PDT), the Sun enters Libra (through Oct. 22). The Sun's ingress into Libra marks the Libra Equinox. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the beginning of fall. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is the beginning of spring.
[19:00] On Sep. 22(2:14 pm PDT), Venus squares Pluto at 29º43’ Libra-Capricorn.[19:33] Venus enters Scorpio on Sep. 22 (7:36 pm PDT), through Oct. 17, 2024. 
[21:49] Listener Lisa asks about the second Saturn return. 
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255 | Jupiter Takes a Leap, and Mars Draws Battle Lines!

Thanks to all who showed their support during the Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Remember, you have until midnight tonight, Pacific Time, to make your $25 donation to be entered in the raffle for a chance to win a reading or an eclipse report. Just go to BigSkyAstropod.com and make your donation. Winners will be chosen tomorrow (Sep. 10, 2024) and will be notified by email!
This week: The Sagittarius First Quarter Moon and its impulsive ruling planet, Jupiter, shout encouragement to the Sun and Venus. Mercury and Mars share an opportunity aspect, but not all opportunities are good ones; and in a preamble to eclipse season, Mars draws battle lines with the lunar nodes. And a listener asks for clarification on the relationship between eclipses and the Lunar Nodes. Plus: Pelicans on the move, pausing before purchasing, and avoiding a trainwreck!
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[2:14] Moon Report! The Sagittarius First Quarter Moon (Sep. 10, 11:05 pm PDT, 19º00’ Sagittarius-Virgo) is the first action point in the Virgo New Moon cycle that began on Sep. 2, 2024, at 11º04’ Virgo.
[4:42] This is also the First Quarter in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began at the New Moon on Dec. 12, 2023. The Full Moon in this LPFC comes on June 11, 2025, and the Last Quarter Moon on March 11, 2026. Look to those lunations for more feedback about what you put into motion at that Sagittarius New Moon.
[6:10] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Sep. 9 (10:11 am PDT) the Moon sextiles Pluto at 29º52’ Scorpio-Capricorn. The Moon is VOC for only 14 minutes before moving into Sagittarius (10:25 am PDT).
[7:31] On Sep. 11 (5:20 pm PDT), the Moon squares Neptune at 28º45’ Sagittarius-Pisces, then is VOC for 2 hours 17 minutes before it enters Capricorn (7:37 pm PDT). If you find yourself in a pattern of disappointment, try a new approach.
[8:36] The Moon conjuncts Pluto at 29º49’ Capricorn on Sep. 14 (12:35 am PDT). It's VOC for about 18 minutes, then enters Aquarius (12:53 am PDT). What do we need to do to be better prepared for the changes to come?
[10:45] Mercury sextiles Mars on Sep. 11 (8:42 pm PDT) at 04º21’ Virgo-Cancer. Mercury is on Sabian symbol 5 Virgo, A man dreaming of fairies; Mars is on 5 Cancer, An automobile is wrecked by a train. Don't let your mind run away from you, and pay attention to what's happening around you.
[12:25] The Sun squares Jupiter at on Sep. 12 (3:53 am PDT). In practical terms, on this date, the best idea is to not take ill-considered action.
[14:43] Venus trines Jupiter at 20º23’ Libra-Gemini on Sep. 14 (10:34 pm PDT). This is an extraordinarily lucky transit! A great day for social events too!
[16:27] Mars in Cancer squares the lunar nodes (Aries/Libra) on Sep. 15 (7:25 p.m. PDT) at 6º38’. This transit hints at the Oct. 2, 2024 Libra Solar eclipse very close to these degrees. Themes concerning fighting for or defending our family, our loved ones or even our country could be highlighted at this time.
[18:51] Listener Scout asks for clarification on the relationship between eclipses and the Lunar Nodes, discussed on Episode 249.
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254 | Podathon Day Five: Pluto in Sagittarius, with Anna Hull!

It’s the final day of our Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! In today’s planetary news, the Moon in Libra aspects Jupiter and Mercury, then goes void-of-course on a square to Pluto. Also, communication gets wonky when Mercury squares Uranus. A look at the Sun’s opposition to Saturn on Saturday, and Mercury entering Virgo on Sunday. And April interviews fellow astrologer, Anna Hull, who represents the Pluto in Sagittarius generation! Plus, all the Podathon news, including how to make your donation, receive special gifts, and be enrolled in a drawing for one of six fabulous prizes!
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[0:36] It’s the big finale of our 5th Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with five daily episodes, all the week’s planetary news, some special podathon segments, and a chance to win prizes!
[2:46] Donate $25 or more to be entered into the drawing! One grand prize winner will win a 90-minute reading with April, two lucky listeners will win a 60-minute personal astrology reading, and three lucky donors will win a copy of April’s Followed by a Moonshadow Eclipse Report. To be entered in the drawing for a chance to win one of these prizes, make your $25 donation at BigSkyAstropod.com no later than midnight on Monday, Sep. 9th. The drawing will be held on Sep. 10th, and winners will be notified by email.
[3:49] Can't contribute $25 or more? That's ok! Donate $10 or more to gain access to April's special series of donors-only YouTube videos on New Moons, big planetary transits, or possibly a quarterly review.
[4:18] If you can’t contribute financially, here are some free ways to help the show! Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your app of choice. Enthusiastic 5-star ratings and reviews are welcome, and please share the show with your astrology-loving friends.
[5:46] Summary of the episode.
[6:21] Moon Report! Moon in Libra’s aspects and VOC period, then enters Scorpio.
[8:32] Mercury squares Uranus today (9:20 pm PDT) at 27°14’ Leo-Taurus. Communications could get a little wonky. On the flip side, breakthroughs of inspiration could occur.
[9:51] The Sun makes its annual opposition to Saturn on Saturday, Sep. 7 (9:35 pm PDT) at 16°01’ Virgo-Pisces. Getting things done could take a little bit longer and may require more effort.
[10:46] Mercury enters one of its home signs, Virgo, on Sep. 8 (11:50 pm PDT). It’s in Virgo until Sep. 26, 2024, when it enters Libra. An excellent time to approach any matters that require analytical thought, troubleshooting, and organization.
[11:43] Pluto in Sagittarius generation - Pluto was in Sagittarius between Jan. 17, 1995, and Nov. 26, 2008. During that time, Pluto retrograded into Scorpio between April 20 and Nov. 10, 1995, and peeked ahead into Capricorn from Jan. 25 to June 13, 2008, before leaving Sagittarius for good on Nov. 26, 2008. Overall, Pluto was in Sagittarius for a little over 12.9 years.
[12:55] Those born between 1995 and 2008 are typically considered part of Generation Z.
[13:59] Interview: Pluto in Sagittarius with Anna Hull.
[14:57] What characterizes the Pluto in Sagittarius generation, especially in relation to astrological practitioners?
[17:07] Some of the differences between the Pluto in Scorpio and Pluto in Sagittarius generations.
[19:22] What is the Pluto in Sagittarius generation bringing to the astrological table?
[22:48] The hyphenated Pluto in Sagittarius generation
[24:18] A comparison of Pluto in Sagittarius to Pluto in Aquarius. Is it Pluto’s job to be positive?
[28:56] More thoughts about Pluto in Sagittarius.
[31:54] What is a preconception or a misconception that people may have about the Pluto in Sagittarius generation, especially in astrology?
[34:01] And that's a wrap for The Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Make your donation at BigSkyAstropod.com, and join April again next week for another episode!

253 | Podathon Day Four: Pluto in Scorpio, with Gwen Yi!

Welcome to Episode 253 of the Big Sky Astrology Podcast, and the fourth day of our Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Today: The Moon in Libra, conjoined Venus, urges us to play nice and find fair solutions to conflicts. And April interviews fellow astrologer Gwen Yi for a deep conversation about the Pluto in Scorpio generation! Plus, all the Podathon news, including how to make your donation, receive special gifts, and be enrolled in a drawing for a chance to win one of six fabulous prizes!
Tune in tomorrow for the final day of the Podathon! 
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[0:36 ] It’s the 5th Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with five daily episodes, all the week’s planetary news, some special podathon segments, and a chance to win prizes!
[2:50] Donate $25 or more to be entered into the drawing! One grand prize winner will win a 90-minute reading with April, two lucky listeners will win a 60-minute personal astrology reading, and three lucky donors will win a copy of April’s Followed by a Moonshadow Eclipse Report! To be entered in the drawing, make your $25 donation at BigSkyAstropod.com no later than midnight on Monday, Sep. 9th. The drawing will be held on Sep. 10th, and winners will be notified by email.
[3:53] Donate $10 or more to gain access to April's special series of donor-only YouTube videos coming this year, covering New Moons, big planetary transits, or possibly quarterly reviews!
[4:11] If you can’t contribute financially, here are some free ways to help the show! Please subscribe or follow the show on your app of choice. Enthusiastic 5-star ratings and reviews are welcome - and please share the show with your astrology-loving friends.
[5:43] Summary of the episode.
[6:19] Moon Report! The Moon conjoins Venus today (Sep. 5, 2024, at 2:12 am PDT). Diplomacy, playing nice, and negotiating are the watchwords for the day; if you find yourself in conflict, try hard to find a fair and gentle solution.
[7:43] Pluto was Scorpio between Nov. 5, 1983-Nov. 10, 1995. It briefly retrograded into late Libra between May 18-Aug. 27, 1984 and glimpsed into Sagittarius between Jan. 17-April 20, 1995. Overall, Pluto was in Scorpio for a little over 11 ½ years.
[8:53] People born between 1983 and 1995, while Pluto was in Scorpio, are typically considered part of the Millennial Generation, also known as Generation Y.
[9:05] Millennials are known for growing up during the rise of the internet and digital technology. They're often associated with traits like being technologically savvy, focused on education, with a strong sense of social and environmental responsibility. This generation is also dedicated to truth and to facing whatever is difficult and transcending it.
[9:28] Intro to interview with Pluto in Scorpio astrologer, Gwen Yi, also known as The Asian Astrologer.
[10:38] How Gwen began studying astrology and what her path has been like up to now.
[14:35] Gwen’s experience so far as a professional astrologer.
[18:07] What is the Pluto in Scorpio generation doing to change the field of astrology? What are some of the strengths and maybe a few of the drawbacks to Pluto in Scorpio’s approaches?
[20:54] A discussion of some of the differences between the Pluto generations.
[22:23] What are some changes that Gwen, as a representative of Pluto in Scorpio, would like to see in astrology?
[25:00] Speculations on what the Pluto in Capricorn people are going to be like.
[26:30] Final thoughts about the Pluto in Scorpio generation.
[27:09] Make sure to check out Gwen’s The Asian Astrologer substack and her lovely Instagram page.
[28:46] And that's a bleeping wrap 🙂 for the fourth day of The Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Make your donation at BigSkyAstropod.com, and join April again tomorrow morning for one final episode to wrap up the Podathon!

252 | Podathon Day Three: Pluto in Libra with Kirstin Vasgaard!

Welcome to Episode 252 of the Big Sky Astrology Podcast, and the third day of our Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Today, the Moon finishes its trip through Virgo with a couple of challenging aspects, before easing into Libra. Mars enters protective Cancer (not one of its favorite signs) for a two-month sojourn. And April interviews Pluto in Libra astrologer Kirstin Vasgaard for insights into that generation’s gifts and challenges. Plus, all the Podathon news, including how to make your donation, receive special gifts, and be enrolled in a drawing for a chance to win one of our fabulous prizes!
Tune in tomorrow for Day Four of the Podathon for a look at the Pluto in Scorpio generation! 
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Timestamps
[0:36] It’s the 5th Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with five daily episodes, all the week’s planetary news, some special podathon segments, and a chance to win prizes! Today's guest is Kirstin Vasgaard!
[3:17] Info on prizes and how to donate to the show!
[4:21] Donate $10 or more to gain access to April's private series of YouTube videos on New Moons, big planetary transits, or possibly a quarterly review.
[4:44] If you can’t contribute financially, here are some free ways to help the show! Please subscribe or follow the BigSkyAstrology Podcast on your app of choice. Enthusiastic 5-star ratings and reviews are welcome and please share the show with your astrology-loving friends.
[5:49] Summary of the episode.
[6:22] Moon Report! The Moon squares Mars today (Sep. 4, 9:00 am PDT) at 29°54’ Virgo-Gemini. Stress can come to a boil! Six minutes later (9:06 am PDT), the Moon trines Pluto at 29°54’ Virgo-Capricorn. This brings an invitation to contain our tempers and project cool detachment. The Moon is then Void-of-Course for 5 minutes before it enters Libra (9:11 am PDT). This is a chance to change patterns around stress and anger.
[7:17] Mars enters the sign of its fall, Cancer (Sep. 4, 2024, 12:46 pm PDT, through Nov. 3, 2024). Passive aggression can become the mode of attack, with a lot of sneaky, undermining, and subtle emotional warfare during this time. Mars in Cancer ensures that we will not hesitate to protect our loved ones, our homes, and our sources of sustenance.
[8:42] The Pluto in Libra generation - Pluto was in Libra between Oct. 4, 1971, and Aug. 27, 1984.
[9:43] These people correspond roughly to Generation X, born roughly between 1965 and 1980, and the Millennial Generation, born between 1981 and 1996. This is a generation that bridged the analog and digital worlds. They are a practical group with a unique perspective on relationships in general.
[10:50] Interview: Pluto in Libra with Kirstin Vasgaard. Visit her website, KirstinVasgaard.co, on socials @astrologyforselfhealers.
[11:53] Kirstin shares her experience as a 29° Pluto in Libra native.
[12:53] Conversations about major Pluto transits such as the conjunction, square, and opposition.
[20:43] How is the Pluto in Libra generation different from the Pluto in Leo and Pluto in Virgo generations?
[24:26] What does the Pluto in Libra generation bring to the astrological table?
[27:02] How to find Kirstin, her offerings and some thoughts to ponder about the Pluto in Libra generation.
[29:28] And that's a wrap for the third day of The Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! MAKE YOUR DONATION at BigSkyAstropod.com, and join April again tomorrow morning for another episode!

251 | Podathon Day Two: Pluto in Virgo with Armand Diaz!

Welcome to Episode 251 of the Big Sky Astrology Podcast, and the second day of our Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Today: The Moon in Virgo opposes Saturn and squares Jupiter; Venus conjoins the South Node; and April interviews astrologer Armand Diaz, who represents the hard-working, often overlooked Pluto in Virgo generation that they share! Plus, all the Podathon news, including how to make your donation, receive special gifts, and be enrolled in a drawing for one of our fabulous prizes!
Tune in tomorrow for Day Three of the Podathon, featuring a discussion of Pluto in Libra with astrologer Kirstin Vasgaard!
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Timestamps
[0:35] It’s the 5th Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with five daily episodes, all the week’s planetary news, some special podathon segments, and a chance to win prizes!
[2:53] Donate $25 or more to be entered into the drawing! One grand prize winner will win a 90-minute reading with April, a $275 value. Two lucky listeners will win a 60-minute personal astrology reading with April, a $215 value. Three lucky donors will win a copy of a Followed by a Moonshadow Eclipse Report, a $35 value. To be entered in the drawing, make your $25 donation at BigSkyAstropod.com no later than midnight on Monday, September 9th. The drawing will be held on September 10th, and winners will be notified by email.
[4:00] Can't contribute $25 or more? That's ok! Donate $10 or more to gain access to April's private series of YouTube videos on New Moons, big planetary transits, or possibly a quarterly review. 
[4:21] If you can’t contribute financially, here are some free ways to help the show! Please subscribe or follow the BigSkyAstrology Podcast on your app of choice. Enthusiastic 5-star ratings and reviews are welcome and please share the show with your astrology-loving friends.
[5:22] Summary of the episode.
[6:10] Moon Report! The Moon opposes Saturn on Sep. 3 (5:37 am PDT) at 16°23’ Virgo-Pisces. The morning may not flow in the easiest way. A few hours later (11:34 am PDT), the Moon squares Jupiter at 19°20’ Virgo-Gemini. Gridlock may ease, but energy could get scattered, or you may realize that you bitten off more than you can chew.
[7:23] Venus conjoins the South Node as well today (4:58 pm PDT) at 06°39’ Libra. Take a moment to appreciate everything you've learned from former relationships and your past financial missteps.
[8:34] Pluto in Virgo was a relatively short generation, only 14 ½ years, Oct. 19, 1956-Oct. 4, 1971. Pluto retrograded into Leo between Jan. 14-Aug. 18, 1957 and between April 11-June 10, 1958. It also peeked into Libra between Oct. 4, 1971 and April 16, 1972, before leaving Virgo for good.  
[9:11] In non-astrological terms, this generation is sometimes lumped in with the baby boomers. Pluto in Virgo native’s developmental reference points were Watergate, the Reagan era and the AIDS crisis. They were the first generation that didn't remember life before television. This rather workmanlike generation is easy to overlook.
[10:10] Interview: Pluto in Virgo with Armand Diaz.
[11:56] What makes the Pluto in Virgo generation stand out, especially as astrologers?
[15:11] How has the Pluto in Virgo generation changed or is changing the field of astrology in their own quiet little way?
[18:03] The changes the Pluto in Virgo generation have seen in astrology. Check out Armand’s book Integral Astrology: Understanding the Ancient Discipline in the Contemporary World.
[22:25] Diversity, community and hierarchy discussion.
[26:26] Commonalities between the Pluto in Virgo and Pluto in Sagittarius generations.
[28:00] Let April know if you are interested in hearing the full interviews with the different Pluto generations by emailing her at april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com.
[28:48] And that's a wrap for the second day of The Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! MAKE YOUR DONATION at BigSkyAstropod.com, and join April again tomorrow morning for another episode!

250 | Podathon Day One: Pluto in Leo with Linea Van Horn!

Welcome to the first day of our Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! In this week's five special daily episodes, April covers the day's major astrological news and interviews an astrologer from five different Pluto sign generations! Today: the Virgo New Moon hits the reset button on health, work, and getting organized. Mars square Neptune asks us what we can do to make work more meaningful. And April interviews fellow astrologer, Linea Van Horn about the Pluto in Leo generation. Plus, all the Podathon news, including how to make your donation, receive special gifts, and be enrolled in a drawing for one of our fabulous prizes!
Tune in tomorrow for Day Two of the Podathon, and April’s interview with Pluto in Virgo astrologer Armand Diaz!
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Timestamps
[0:36] It’s the 5th Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon, with five daily episodes, all the week’s planetary news, some special podathon segments, and a chance to win prizes!
[3:05] Donate $25 or more to be entered into the drawing! One grand prize winner will win a 90-minute reading with April, a $275 value. Two lucky listeners will win a 60-minute personal astrology reading with April, a $215 value. Three lucky donors will win a copy of her Followed by a Moonshadow Eclipse Report, a $35 value, to help you prepare for the upcoming Sep. and Oct. eclipses. To be entered in the drawing to possibly win one of these prizes, you need to make your $25 donation at BigSkyAstropod.com no later than midnight on Monday, Sep. 9th. The drawing will be held on Sep. 10th, and winners will be notified by email.
[4:27] Can't contribute $25 or more? That's ok! Donate $10 or more to gain access to April's special series of YouTube videos on New Moons, big planetary transits, or possibly a quarterly review.
[4:59] If you can’t contribute financially, here are some free ways to help the show! Please subscribe or follow the BigSkyAstrology Podcast on your app of choice. Enthusiastic 5-star ratings and reviews are welcome, and please share the show with your astrology-loving friends.
[6:53] Planetary News: The Sun is leading up to its annual opposition with Saturn this Saturday. Keep pushing for the things that are important to you, but don't expect them to go all that smoothly.
[7:28] Moon Report! This Labor Day Monday, Sep. 2, brings the Virgo New Moon (6:55 pm PDT), at 11º04’ Virgo. This is the annual reset point for matters related to health, daily work, routines, and how we give ourselves in service to the world.
[9:51] Over the coming three years, this particular New Moon will unfold in a new lunar phase family cycle (LPFC). Look for developments in this New Moon’s intentions at the First Quarter Moon on June 2, 2025, the Full Moon on March 3, 2026 and the Last Quarter Moon on Nov. 30, 2026.
[10:30] Mars squares Neptune on Sep. 2 (9:09 pm PDT) at 28º59’ Gemini and Pisces. This is the opening action point in a Mars-Neptune cycle that began on April 14, 2022, at 0º Pisces. Does your work feels meaningful? What changes can we make to improve that.
[11:53] Interview with Pluto in Leo astrologer, Linea Van Horn of astrologeratlarge.com. Pluto was in Leo from June 13, 1939 - June 10, 1958, with little peeks ahead into Virgo between Oct. 19, 1956 – Jan. 14, 1957, and between Aug 18, 1957 - April 11, 1958, for a total of nearly 19 years. The Pluto in Leo generation are known as the “baby boomers.”
[15:53] Leo is a sign of the self. During the Pluto in Leo years, astrology has been developed as a tool for self-help, self-recognition, development of the self and learning about psychological issues through an astrological lens.
[16:44] Through the leadership of the Pluto in Leo generation, we have developed a plethora of astrological groups, organizations, conferences, and publications. Astrology gained more acceptance, and the the drive to retranslate ancient texts was led by this generation, specifically by the three Robs; Rob Hand, Rob Zoller and Robert Schmidt. The personal computer has revolutionized the field of astrology and those computers were largely designed by Pluto in Leo programmers.
[19:55] Reflections on the Pluto opposition experienced by the Pluto in Leo generation. Astrologer Geraldine Hatch Hannon was mentioned.
[22:37] Downsides to Pluto in Leo.
[24:23] Changes in the field of astrology that the Pluto in Leo generation have witnessed. Check out Michael Lutin's prescient Vanity Fair article. French astrologer Andre Barbault, was also mentioned.
[33:22] And that's a wrap for the first day of The Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon! Make your donation at BigSkyAstropod.com, and join us again tomorrow morning for another episode!

249 | Pluto in Capricorn's Last, Secret Business Conference!

This week: A communicative Last Quarter Moon in buzzy Gemini; Venus embraces Uranus and the unexpected, seeks clarity as it opposes Neptune, and enters harmony-loving Libra; Mercury turns direct, and holds the door for Uranus as it turns retrograde; Pluto revisits Capricorn for one last top-secret meeting; and a listener question about the language of eclipses. Plus: Treadmills and carrier pigeons, walking-around money, and the power of beauty!
Also: the Fifth Annual Big Sky Astrology Podathon begins next week! Each Labor Day weekday, you can look forward to a new episode featuring the planetary highlights for each day along with interviews featuring astrologers from each of the Pluto generations that are practicing astrology: Pluto in Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, and Sagittarius! There will be chances to win prizes, and also a special new gift for all donors. Stay tuned next week for details!
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Timestamps
[2:23] Moon Report! At the Gemini Last Quarter Moon (Aug. 26, 2:26 am PDT), reach out to those who might have good ideas or contacts for you. But be aware that Mercury is still retrograde, and watch out for miscommunications.
[3:50] This is the Last Quarter in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began at the May 30, 2022 New Moon, at 09º03’ Gemini. The First Quarter in this cycle was on Feb. 27, 2023, the Full Moon on Nov. 27, 2023.
[4:39] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On Aug. 28 (12:14 am PDT), the Moon in Gemini squares Neptune in Pisces. It's VOC for 1 1/2 hours, then enters Cancer (1:47 am PDT). Use both your feelings and logic to reach more well-rounded solutions.
[5:45] On Aug. 30 (8:24 am PDT), the Moon in Cancer trines Neptune in Pisces, is VOC for 1 hour 45 minutes, then enters Leo (10:09 am PDT). Appreciate the coziness of your home and the routines that you really do value.
[7:01] The Moon sextiles Mars on Sep. 1 (5:25 pm PDT). It's VOC for 3 hours and 23 minutes before it enters Virgo (8:48 pm PDT). Are you getting enough good socialization? 
[8:04] On Aug. 27 (12:24 am PDT), Venus trines Uranus (27º14’ Virgo-Taurus). Enjoy the unexpected, and find beauty in what's unusual.
[9:37] Venus opposes Neptune (Aug. 28, 1:25 pm PDT, 29º08’ Virgo-Pisces. There could be a sense of urgency surrounding a purchase, but it might be best to wait it out for a couple of days until the fog clears.
[11:19] Also on Aug. 28 (2:14 pm PDT), Mercury stations to turn direct on the Sabian symbol, 22 Leo, A carrier pigeon. Open the flood gates and let those messages flow in.
[13:27] Venus enters one of her home signs, Libra, on Aug. 29 (6:23 am PDT) through Sep. 21. What needS to be released to restore balance to our lives?
[15:33] On Aug. 29 (7:32 am PDT), Venus trines Pluto at 00°03’ Libra-Aquarius, emphasizing the power of beauty and of money. The Sabian symbol for Venus is 1 Libra, A butterfly made perfect by a dart through it. Venus-Pluto sees the beauty even in the things that are a little harsh. 
[17:15] Uranus stations retrograde on Sep. 1 (8:18 am PDT, through Jan. 30, 2025). What makes you unconventional, unique? You might find, while Uranus is retrograde, that you’re ready to make some changes.
[18:52] Pluto enters Capricorn (Sep. 1, 4:57 pm PDT). It turns direct on Oct. 12 and enters Aquarius for next 20 years on Nov. 19, 2024. Pluto on the very last degree of Capricorn has a sense of urgency about it. Its Sabian symbol is, A secret business conference.
[20:30] Listener Eclipso, whose question about the eclipse Saros Cycle was answered on Episode 243, asks about the language of eclipses.
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