In this episode of the Vedic Astrology Podcast, I’m joined again by Pratyush Bhattacharya ( https://www.instagram.com/decodingzodiac/) to discuss Decoding Zodiac with Vedic Astrology Volume II: Graha Rasi House Interactions. We explore why adding Houses makes chart interpretation three-dimensional, the difference between geocentric Graha–Rasi reading and the topocentric perspective of Houses, and how houses function as personal motivations shaped by Gunas and Purusharthas. Pratyush shares his “Ascendant Templates” approach, illustrating it through Aquarius rising and Saturn linked themes, and explains how the book offers a protocol for integrating signs, planets, and houses. We also touch on chapters covering Nodes, Jaimini Karakas, and Trauma-informed, Psychoanalytic chart reading before ending with the healing power of Myths and narrative.

As we arrive at the very end of 2025, the number 11 has been knocking on my door again. Maybe it’s Pluto entering Aquarius, maybe it’s the growing awareness of wealth inequality, or maybe it’s simply the season we’re in — the solstice, Christmas, the New Year. Whatever the reason, the 11th house, the 11th sign, and the 11th lunar day feel especially alive right now. They invite us to look at desire, accumulation, scarcity, and sharing through a different lens. In this episode, I explore why the pot of Aquarius is empty, why Ekadashi asks us to fast, and what dopamine and wealth inequality can teach us about the deeper meaning of the number 11 at this threshold between years.

How do we move from endings to beginnings? In this episode, Jack Lyons and I explore the symbolic crossing from Aquarius to Pisces to Aries—where surrender becomes inspiration, and dissolution gives rise to action. With Neptune poised at the threshold, we ask: what are we sustaining… and what are we called to begin?

With so many planets transiting Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces, join me and my special guest Michaela as we delve into the rich imagery and symbolism of the final three signs of the Vedic Zodiac. We will discuss how these signs reflect the evolution of human consciousness and share insights from ancient Vedic texts like the Jaimini Sutras, Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, and Yavana Jataka. If you would like to read Michaela's full essay and those of other Asheville Vedic Apprentices make sure to visit fionamarques.com/ava-apprenticeship-newsletters and you can contact Michaela at yogatha.fr I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed exploring the topic together!

Join me for a special, light-hearted Valentine's Day episode of the Vedic Astrology Podcast. I’m delving into connections between Valentine's Day and Vedic Astrology. I’ll play with the Sun's position in the 11th sign and its significance in relationships, the rebellious nature of Aquarius and even the back-story of St. Valentine to explore various astrological and mythical links. I’m also going to examine the Vargas and the significance of the exact degree of the Sun on Valentine’s Day each year in relation to creativity and spiritual knowledge, and how these can inspire self-awareness and support striving for a higher connection. There’s even an interesting parallel drawn between Cupid and Kamadeva from Indian mythology. Tune in for this short and sweet zoom through some of the ways Vedic Astrology can enhance our understanding of love and relationships on this special day.

Join me for the final instalment of our Solar Transit series where we delve into the Rasi of Aquarius as the Sun enters this sign. We’ll reflects on qualities and imagery associated with Aquarius, including its selfless nature and the significance of its fixed sign. Drawing analogies with human cells and ecosystems, I’ll explore the sustainable aspects of Aquarius and its connections to the Sudra class. I’ll also discusses how the Sun's transit through Aquarius affects each ascendant, from Aries to Pisces, offering reflection questions for personal contemplation. I hope you’ll join me to gain a deeper understanding of Aquarius and tune in for the culmination of the year-long Solar Transit series.

As November is the 11th month and this is the 11th episode of The Vedic Astrology Podcast, it is the perfect time to explore the numerology of 11 in Vedic Astrology.  In this podcast episode we explore Aquarius, revisit the Hero's Journey, look at the indications of the 11th House, probe the 5-11 continuum, and examine the all important effects of the 11th Lord (or Yoga Breaker!) for each Ascendant. If you want to know all about resurrection, temptations, gains, desires, aspirations and belonging, this is the episode for you!