Hermetic Astrology Podcast

The Full Moon is activating the Uranus-Pluto squares via their mid-point. In other words, it is stirring up the interior of this aspect, the heart and soul and guts of what it is, and lighting that up for all the World to witness and become aware. Two lesser known archetypes it is showing us are the centaur planet Nessus and the constellation Cygnus the Swan. Listen in as Eric Francis of Planet Waves tells us the story of the centaur Nessus. And be sure to e-mail Gary (via DreamAstrologer dot com ) for two free articles on Cygnus' role in the Uranus-Pluto squares!

Venus is moving into Leo where she will join up with the Sun at 24 Leo on August 16. Gary discusses how this energy is manifesting via the Jungian concept of Enantiodromia or tension of opposites. Listen in for ways to identify and understand this tension when you see it and begin to flow with and use it creatively in your own life.

As the Uranus-Pluto squares begin to get tighter we have big news on both sides of the Pond. Gary and Eric Francis talk about the English tabloid scandal as well as the American "debt crisis" in terms of these squares, their mid-point and Ceres at the vernal point

Eric Francis of Planet Waves joins Gary to discuss the Cancer ingress chart, cast for the moment of the Sun's passage across the Summer Solstice point. This forecast has a shelf life of at least 3 months, so if you haven't had enough spare coin to consult your friendly neighborhood astrologer of late, then be sure to pay attention, because this discussion has some of the same quality practical advice you will get in a personalized reading from any solid professional.

This is part of a talk I gave a few years ago about the cycle of the Year and how it relates to the other cycles in Astrology as well as the Tarot. Very beginner friendly. See my Soul Sign Horoscopes blog for the visuals and how it relates to President Obama's chart. My premium subscribers get instant access to my archives of over 6o files like this, about 2 gb of quality astrology info, including articles, audio and video.

In honor of the Lunar Eclipse, here's a segment of my 3-22-11 talk for Asheville Friends of Astrology where I go over the Nodes in Muhammad Ali's chart (1-17-42 6:35p Louisville KY) and give several strategies for working with Eclipses and the transiting Lunar Nodes in your own chart. My premium subscribers get instant access to my archives of over 6o files like this, about 2 gb of quality astrology info, including articles, audio and video.

Eclipse season is upon us again, so I'm sharing the first part of my very popular lecture for the Mid-Hudson NCGR group, recorded earlier this year while I was out on my Illumination Tour of the NE. We cover the mythology and astronomy of the Nodes and thus Eclipses.

Morning Sky magick is afoot! The conjunctions between Mercury, Venus, Mars and Jupiter in Aries and Taurus represent new appearances in the Sky and also in our Lives. Gary goes through each of the 12 signs to give ideas how these may manifest for you. We also talk about recurrence transits and how to track and take advantage of the rare opportunities that recurrences represent.

The Black Moon is in Aries now, having recently crossed the Vernal Point. Kelly hunter joins me to talk about this and the elusive archetype that is Lillith.

Mercury is stationary direct in Aries and making his appearance in the Eastern sky at Dawn. This sets the stage for Mars and Jupiter's appearances over the next couple weeks. Gary explains his neo-classical approach to working with the elements and shares some tools for discerning and managing this fiery appearance in your own life.

Mercury Retrograde is a signal that it is time to clear the fields of our psyche and our lives to prepare for planting the seeds of a new cycle. Listen in as Gary explains the 4 month synodic cycle of Mercury, how this organic metaphor works and why it is so practical, useful and indeed possibly even Revolutionary.

Venus is approaching Her 4th conjunction with the balsamic Moon in her descent from her previous maximum brightness to her eventual invisibility. This symbolizes the 4th gate which Inanna passes on her way to the Underworld where she was removed of her breastplate. Ray Grasse joins me to talk about the Heart chakra and gives us a guided meditation to help work with these energies.

The SuperMoon falls across the Cardinal axis along with the Lunar Nodes and Uranus. Listen in as Gary explains the Dragon mythology and the phenomenology of the Lunar Nodes. Find out how Uranus and the SuperMoon being at the North and South Bending of the Nodes relates to recent events and what it could mean in your life.

Uranus crosses the vernal point this week and enters Aries. Find out how this represents a radical departure from the energetic climate of the last 7 years and how it affects both the Venus and Pisces archetypes. Gary also talks about some webinar workshop opportunities and his upcoming Illumination Tour of the NE.

Venus will be joined by the Balsamic or waning cresent Moon Feb 28 -Mar 2. Look for them in the pre-dawn sky toward the SE. Gary explains what the significance of this alignment is and how it plays a part in a larger process which is stripping down our ego attachments to make room for something sacred to enter our lives.

Venus squares Saturn at the Full Moon on 2/18/11 which is the 5th consecutive Full Moon to fall in the final degree of a sign. Gary explains what both of these processes represent and gives some metaphors for how they may be manifesting in your life.

The Lunar Nodes are crossing the Cardinal axis, along with Jupiter/Uranus and the asteroid Goddesses Vesta and Juno. Gary explains how this is manifesting in the World and how we can use the Sacred Hoop or Medicine Wheel to understand the call for inner balance that this represents.

Adam Gainsburg of SoulSign joins Gary to help delineate the 2nd of 7 Venus conjunctions with the Balsamic or waning crescent Moon. This one is happening near the Winter Solstice point, the N Node of the Moon, and the Galactic Center! Tune in to find out what that is all about and hear Gary and Adam clarify the Scorpius/Ophiucus debate by including the two other important constellations in this part of the sky. Finally an introduction to the new Mars synodic cycle which is about to begin with Ceres alongside.

Nor is there a 13th sign. There ARE many different Zodiacs and coordinate systems, but the Tropical Zodiac has not changed for thousands of years and won't change any time soon. Listen in as Gary explains the difference between signs and constellations, between Zodiacs and between astrologers and astronomers.

Ceres in Aquarius and Juno in Virgo. Gary frames these transits within the parts of the Zodiac they represent and the larger context of outer planet transit cycles.

The Descent of Inanna. On Dec 30 Venus makes the first of 7 conjunctions with the waning crescent Moon which symbolize the 7 gates Inanna passes thru on her famous Descent to the UnderWorld. Gary explains what this means on a personal level and gives some practical tools for exploring our own inner worlds.

Total Lunar Eclipse on the winter Solstice. Tune in to hear Gary's interview by Benjamin Bernstein of the popular This Week in Astrology podcast for practical info on how to handle these chaotic energies.

As Venus stations direct, she rapidly approaches her greatest brilliancy. Here Inanna takes up her Crown and sets off on her adventure. The first stop is her meeting with Enki, God of Wisdom. In the Monomyth, or Journey of the Heroine, this is called "the meeting with the Mentor."

The Call to Adventure. Venus has made her appearance in the East and so the Heroine harkens for the Call to explore the special worlds. Gary explains the Call in the myth of Inanna and how to recognize the Call when it shows up in our lives.

Planting the Seed of Venus. Gary talks about some ways to honor Venus as a co-creative gesture to the Universe. Venus begins a new 19 month cycle this Thursday.

Adam and Gary discuss the several phases within the Venus retrograde period and how they correlate to distinctly differentiated phenomena and experiences. Also a delineation of the chart for Venus' eventual re-birth back to visibility around November 4th.

Retrograde Venus in Scorpio. Join Gary for a converastion with noted astrologer/historian/archivist Nick Dagan Best. We cover both the essential nature and history of this event which recurs every 8 years.

Venus and Mars are conjunct again, for the 4th time in the last 18 months. Gary shows how to view these as a process. Being at the last part of the cycle, this one is asking us to integrate our previous experiences and lessons into our core.

Venus is at her maximum brilliance and so is Jupiter who is soon joined by the Full Moon. What does this all mean? Come join Gary as he shares some ways for you to find out.

Venus & Mars conjunct Spica. Gary talks about the nature of this visual alignment, what it says about the current balance between masculine and feminine and the difference between the sidereal and tropical zodiacs.

Mercury retrograde. Gary puts the upcoming retrogrades of both Mercury and Venus into perspective using the lens of mytholgy and his own practical experience. Tune in for a fresh perspective on these phenomenon.

Adam Gainsburg of SoulSign joins Gary in a discussion of the Venus-Mars conjunction which will be active for the next few months. Tune in to hear how to make the most of it!

Venus conjunct Saturn in Libra. Gary uses some basic principles of his Taoist neo-classical approach to astrology to find meaning in this celestial meeting.

More Eclipse info. Tune in to hear Gary's interview by Jaqui Menkes of WTAR on blogtalkradio. Of course we also talk about the Goddesses a good bit as well as Gary's upcoming Purgation Tour.

Solar Eclipse in Cancer. Gary & Dena do a reprise of their popular joint podcast from a year ago. Tune in for a discussion of the Cancer and Capricorn archetypes in terms of current World events and what these eclipses mean in your life.

Grand Cross Lunar Eclipse. Gary discusses the purposeful nature of this eclipse and how to navigate the profound personal transformation it is making available to us.

Kelly Hunter joins Gary for a conversation on Lillith and her role in the re-emergence of the sacred Feminine.

Venus' ingress to Cancer kicks off the Cardinal Crisis and completes a Grand Cross in the sky. Gary discusses a variety of ways to find your own center and the calm within this storm.

Gateway to the Cardinal Crisis: Gary explains how both the Cardinal cross and Fixed Cross are being activated now. The Goddesses help personalize this developmental crisis or challenge which is beginning to crescendo for some who choose to engage it and will culminate for the entire planet this summer.

Mercury and Venus are shining bright in the western sky at dusk. Gary explains how they are bearing gifts in this phase of their cycles, and how Shamanic Astrology can help you receive them!

Eclipses are the topic, and Gary explains how they are absolutely fundamental in understanding the basic concepts of Astrology and the process of Transformation which underlies Shamanic Astrology. Practical tips and timing for channeling the current Eclipse cycle are given as well as a special offer to downolad Gary's entire Eclipse workshop!

Gary explains Shamanic Astrology, the process of Transformation and specifically the role which Pallas plays in this process. Her extended stay in Scorpio represents an opportunity to "Cry for a Dream" or undertake a Vision Quest. Delineations for each of the Zodiac signs are given.

A discussion of the archetypal Hero/ine's journey, and listener charts, within the context of the Saturn/Uranus oppositions, Uranus/Pluto squares and the 2012 galactic alignment.

A discussion with Adam Gainsburg of SoulSign on the upcoming Venus-Mars opposition around this month's Full Moon. There is something for everyone as we look at this through the lenses of Sumerian, Hindu, Greek and Native mythology, philosophy and spirituality!

My good friend and colleague Jim Rodgers helps me look at the 3-step process of Transformation via the Goddesses in the chart and life of Dr. Timothy Leary. Also a look at the connection between Ceres and Shamanism.

Join us for a discussion with the Pandora of Goddess Astrology, the one and only Demetra George!

Gary discusses the Venus-Saturn and Juno-Uranus conjunctions in the current sky narrative. Also a demonstration of the exciting new recorded readings available from Gary in the form of another FREE listener reading!

A discussion with Tamurile of the Godbox Cafe podcast around the Harvest Moon and other surrounding sky narratives of the moment. Also a critical analysis of Nasa's mission to bomb the Moon and what you can do about it.

Juno is nearing perihelion and so is visible with only binoculars as she dances with the planet of Revolution, Uranus. Come find out more about the astronomy and astrology of Juno's remarkable journey!

Gary delineates this week's Saturn-Uranus opposition, the third of five in this current series. Incredibly, the mid-point of this process is synchronous with the seed moment of the Goddess representative of the 2nd step of transformation -Pallas!