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.

Welcome back to Season 4 of The Vedic Astrology Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Steven Jones, science educator & Astronomy enthusiast, and Jenn Page from 'Self to Systems' to explore the fascinating dynamics of the Moon. Together, we discuss the Moon’s 18.6 Precession, Lunar Standstills and the 19 year Metonic cycle.  We explore how observations of the Moon can serve as a tool for personal reflection and goal-setting. As educators, Jenn and Steven provide compelling perspectives, balancing scientific analysis with self-care practices, making this episode a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing lunar cycles in your life.

Can a 3000 year old myth have anything inclusive and validating to say to current times? This episode casts gentle dawn rays on to the lively mythology of Surya to discover if two female Vedic Astrology enthusiasts can find themselves and their experience in this ancient story. Along the way, we are transformed and humbled at the insights that were hidden beneath this rough exterior. The lessons of speaking one's truth and leaders compromising to include all people couldn't be more relevant today!

Nisha Sankaran, my guest today, entered the world at the beginning of the year and the end of the zodiac, and overtime she has come to love the point at which the poles meet, where beginning meets end, in the mystery of that hazy dawn. She is a fan of the liminal, connection, healing, creativity and self-empowerment and knows that every human is boundless potential coming from the Loving Power that made us all. Nisha has formal education in Business, Anthropology, Healthcare IT and has continued education with Vedic astrology courses, classes at the Jung center, poetry, travel, personal writing and the ups and downs of life.

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As Venus turns retrograde and we approach the southern Solstice of the Sun, let's examine the relationship between these two important planets. Well known as 'mutual enemies' in Vedic Astrology, we will examine how a benefic, female planet could end up in such a situation! We will also explore their Exaltation points, their pure intent through Shad bala and see how their Ayana bala approaches might explain the 'Cancel Culture' phenomenon. Finally we'll look at share agendas and pathways to working with these planets if they are in difficult placements in the birth chart. For more information, contact me at https://www.fionamarques.com/#contact and to enrol in the Asheville Vedic Astrology Apprenticeship Program on teachable.com use the following link https://vedic-astrology.teachable.com/courses/vedic-astrology-apprenticeship-program?affcode=472402_kmvc7dum