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Essential Astrocast
by Veronica Perretti
Get the essential astrology download for your week! Your host, Veronica Perretti, delivers the forecast with humor and clarity so that even the newest astro-phile can follow along. Discover how current events are impacted by the movement of the planets. Find out what's happening up there in the heavens so you can dictate your fate down here on Earth.
Episodes
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Surviving Eclipse Season
Congratulations! You survived eclipse season, well, almost. The pair of eclipses: August 12 and August 28, brought clarity, as well as release. While the first eclipse, a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo conjoined the North Node, it also formed a mystic rectangle giving us a clear view of whatever…
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Entering Eclipse Season
We're in the muck, but you've always got to excavate the gems out of the dirt, before you can get them shined up. The Full Moon in Aquarius this week had us revisiting the seeds we planted in 2020. At the same time, the Full Moon opened the portal of eclipse season, just as teh Nodes moved into...
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Basket of Hope + The Full Moon in Aquarius
We're in the throes of life-changing, generational shifting astrology. I would not be hyperbolic to say our collective consciousness is being spiritually re-wired at the moment. As the Sun enters Leo on July 22 we're experiencing the perfection of the "basket of hope." A once in humanity type...
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Cancer Season Check-In: Mercury Retrograde, Jupiter in Leo, and the Basket of Hope
Mercury is now retrograde in the sign of Cancer. Slow down and have the tissues handy. The energy this week can be volatile with Mars conjunct Uranus in Gemini, but if you are moving slow and mindfully you can use this explosive energy to your benefit. July brings major shifts as Uranus, Pluto…
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Best astrology of the year?
This week Venus meets Jupiter in Cancer, one of their favorite signs! Some people consider this the "best astrology of the year." I consider this a time to be aware of what seeds are being planted in the soil of your life. Notice the things that are engaging your attention and energy this week....
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Full Moon in Sagittarius: Restoring our Faith
The week kicks off with Mars squaring Pluto and you might be witnessing or experiencing a power struggle. As the week goes on Venus squares Saturn asking us to make a commitment. All of that might feel serious and like a drag, but it's really helping us to get clear on what we want and what we're...
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New Moon in Taurus and Mars has us raging
I'm back and just in time for an angry week thanks to Mars joining forces with 2 asteroids: Eris and Chiron. Luckily you have lots of ways to release those emotions this week as the moon wanes and we prepare for the incoming New Moon in Taurus on Saturday, May 16th. The moon is exalted in Taurus,...
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Libra Full Moon: Balancing Me and We
This week's Full Moon at 12° Libra perfects with a square to Jupiter in Cancer. As the planet of expansion and amplification, Jupiter ensures that whatever this Full Moon illuminates will glow even brighter. Libra Full Moons generally call us to address imbalances in our relationships, and this…
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The Sun in Aries illuminates the big picture
This week The Sun joins Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto in conversation about what's really important. This is a week that will show you what your responsibilities are and where you need to be discerning with your energy output. The truth is we can't do it all, but we can do what's important! Join my...
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Fresh Starts: New Moon, Spring Equinox, Mercury Direct
The past month has been murky, messy, and emotionally overwhelming thanks to Mercury retrograde in Pisces and amplified by our recent eclipse season (Feb 17 at 28° Aquarius and Mar 3 at 12° Virgo). This week we get to say, "goodby to all that," with a Pisces new moon at 28° on Wednesday the 18th....
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Mercury Retrograde: Reviewing our Dreams
Mercury is indeed retrograde in Pisces which explains any recent confusion, mis-scheduling, and dreamy “delulu” vibes. Take the next 3 weeks to try on a new perspective. We're in between eclipses right now, so there is no need to push. Allow yourself to see what's been in the shadows and review...
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Solar Eclipse in Aquarius + Revolutionary Meet Up in Aries
This week’s episode covers the powerful Solar Eclipse at 28° Aquarius, Mercury entering its pre-retrograde shadow ahead of next week’s retrograde in Pisces, and why this moment feels like a collective turning point. I explore themes of revolution, accountability, and feminine leadership, plus the...
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Uranus + Neptune Wake us up
The Full Moon in Leo arrived on Sunday igniting our passions and asking you to use your light in the ways that are uniquely yours. Neptune's recent move into Aries, the awakening energy of Uranus stationing direct, and the concentration of planets in Aquarius are showing up as humans joining...
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New Moon in Capricorn + Aquarius Season begins
The New Moon in Capricorn is helping you set some intentions for how to you want to show up in the world right now. With all the chaos it's important to lock in on how you want to take care of yourself so you can continue to show up for yourself, your family, your community. Right now the planets...
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New Moon in Sagittarius + a new era awaits
Mars has been out of bounds in Sagittarius and connecting with the outer planets, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. It’s been impacting our drive and motivation, leading to feelings of overwhelm and extremes in behavior. Luckily, this week Mars entered the sign of Capricorn where he is exalted, aka...
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Full Moon in Gemini: Illuminating the changes we need to make
Everything feeling intense? We’ve had a grand water trine hanging out in the heavens for 2 weeks kicking up all of our old wounds and resentments. The Full Moon in Gemini perfects on December 4, illuminating the changes you are ready to make, or maybe are being forced to make! Join my email...
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Retrograde Season is Here
Mercury is offically retrograde, but so are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. We’re in a season of reflection and recalibration. If we were only to march forward, we’d never develop an appreciation for how far we’ve come. Use these next few weeks to reconsider where you’ve been this year…
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Full Moon in Aries
The Full Moon in Aries brings an end to eclipse season, but not to the intensity in the heavens. Join my email community Sign up for Cosmic Conversation 00:00 Welcome to The Essential Astro Cast 00:24 October Astrological Overview 00:37 Navigating Eclipse Season 01:40 Emotional Challenges and...
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Solar Eclipse in Virgo + Fall Equinox
The New Moon Solar Eclipse in Virgo has arrived bringing eclipse season to a fever pitch. Current events are aligning quite literally with this moment in astrology. It’s helpful to remember that the planets are a mirror for the experience we’re having, and we dictate our fate down here on Earth....
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Eclipse Hangover + Pluto out of bounds
We’re in the midst of eclipse season with the September 7th Lunar Eclipse behind us and the upcoming solar eclipse on September 21st ahead of us. This week the Sun and Mercury dive into the South Node encourage us to continue to release, clean out, and surrender. Sometimes this can manifest as...
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Lunar Eclipse brings intuitive changes
Eclipse season often brings the subconscious into our conscious view. If you’ve been having an intuitive hit that something has to change you might be making those changes over the next few weeks. The first of two eclipses arrive on Sunday when the Full Moon in Pisces occurs near the North Node…
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Taylor Engaged + Eclipse Season is here
Happy Virgo Season! This week I kick off the episode with a deep dive on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, brought to you by the Jupiter return! This week Venus was opposite Pluto and you might be in a power struggle in your relationships. With Saturn retrograding back into Pisces, you...
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New Moon in Leo
It’s officially Leo season - we’ve entered the heart of summer. Time to love on yourself and give yourself permission to shine bright. Shortly after the Sun enters the sign of the lion, we have our Leo New Moon! Opposite Pluto, this lunation offers you an opportunity to superpower your intention...
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Mercury Retrogrades in Leo
It’s that time again… Mercury stations to retrograde in Leo from July 18 to August 11. When the planet of communication, information, and commerce stops and makes a u-turn, it’s time for us to pause and reflect. While Mercury is often demonized, it’s actually a really helpful span of time that…
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Uranus in Gemini + Full Moon in Capricorn
Uranus has officially entered the chat! Uranus has been in Taurus since 2018, but on Monday the change-making, pot-stirring, rebel of the zodiac moved into Gemini where he will be until 2033. This is the last piece of a puzzle coming together that will have a profound generational impact. Uranus,...
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New Moon in Cancer begins a new chapter
The New Moon in Cancer arrived Wednesday, and brought with it some fated astrology that helps us step into our next chapter. On this week’s episode I offer a long and winding explanation on why this is one of the most powerful weeks for intention setting this year, BUT don’t expect the luck to…
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Energetic Overwhelm and Opportunity: The Astrological Apex of 2025 has Arrived
This week brings the Summer Solstice, aka Cancer Season! Happy Solar Return to all the crabs out there! On the podcast I offer a deep dive into how the chaos in the news is mirrored by the happenings in the sky. Most importantly, we’re getting a front row seat to these new to us energies of…
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Jupiter enters Cancer: Compassion and Comfort
Last week was all about Saturn's move into Aries and this week is all about Jupiter's move into Cancer. With Jupiter wrapping up his yearlong transit through Gemini we may be gathering some final messages and pieces of the story we've been missing. The truth will emerge as Mercury and Jupiter…
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Saturn enters its Aries Era
Saturn has officially crossed the threshold into Aries. Saturn in the sign of the warrior will have us evaluating our relationship to authority, responsibility, and even failure. Saturn isn't the most fun planet, but his presence in Aries might be just the kick you need take the first step on…
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Full Moon in Scorpio: Release + Renewal
It's a full moon week which means it's time for celebration, gratitude, and intentional release. This Scorpio full moon, paired with Uranus' unpredictable influence, is perfect for helping you surrender old grudges, pain, and stagnant patterns. Uranus helps us see that change can be a path for...
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New Moon in Taurus
It's the New Moon in Taurus, the one we've been waiting for... After clearing out some pestering and challenging transits last week, this fresh slate is well-deserved. Don't miss this opportunity to set intentions and get clear on where you want to put your energy in the coming months. Join my...
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Mars opposite Pluto, again + Taurus Season
With Mercury now in Aries and Mars now in Leo, no one is acting shy. Confident and clear communication is on the calendar, but so are some inevitable dust ups. With Mars opposing Pluto this week, and the Sun squaring both of those planets, we have the recipe for some power struggles and ego...
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The cosmic tide is turning
On the heels of a hectic week Mars, Saturn, and Uranus work together to bring unexpected events and enthusiasm to the surface. With Mercury and Venus stationing direct soon, you can be sure the tides are indeed turning and momentum is growing. Take a deep breath and feel your body. We're...
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Retrogrades, Eclipses, and Neptune in Aries... OH MY
With so much to catch up on, it's a supersized episode covering the recent astrological events, including the Sun-Neptune conjunction, multiple planetary retrogrades (Mars, Venus, and Mercury), and the eclipses! The big news is still to come though - Neptune enters Aries on March 30th, marking a...
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Mars retrograde is (finally!) over
We've made it! After 11 long weeks of Mars being retrograde, he finally stations to resume direct motion in the sign of Cancer. If you've felt stuck, stagnant, and unable to locate your motivation, you can thank Mars. While it will take a few weeks, really months, for Mars to get his mojo back…
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Full Moon in Leo brings Uranian Chaos
The full moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus on Wednesday, February 12th. It's offering up lessons in self-love and validation-seeking. Leo rules the heart, so this is always an emotional Full Moon, but it's even more evocative thanks to Uranus' friction. You might be feeling equally overwhelmed...
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Waking up with Venus in Aries
Venus enters Aries this week igniting passion and action. The planet of love and beauty is a warrior when she's in the sign of initiation. You might feel like you're shaking off some brain fog thanks to Neptune joining with the South Node in Pisces. You will also have moments of clarity and clear...
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New Moon in Aquarius + Lunar New Year
The chaos is real. With Mars retrograde and out of bounds, things feel unruly. The glimmer comes from the New Moon in Aquarius, our first conjunct Pluto (albeit a wide conjunction). This is the beginning of a new Lunar Year, the year of the wood snake. An opportunity for shedding our old skins…
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Full Moon in Cancer + Aquarius Season begins
This week starts with a Full Moon in Cancer and ends with the Sun entering Aquarius. While the Full Moon connects with Mars retrograde and Uranus, it offers an opportunity to take a new perspective on some old emotional patterns. Nurturing yourself is priority number one under these Full Moon...
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2025 gets off to a slow start
If you are wondering why 2025 doesn't seem to be kicking off with that New Year pep in its step, well you can thank Mars. The planet of motivation, drive, and war is retrograde. You might not be feeling up for a fight, particularly now that Mars has retrograded back into the sensitive, and...
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Winter Solstice + Neptunian dreaming
As the Sun finishes up his journey through Sagittarius he squares Neptune, offering you a peek into your subconscious. Make sure you give yourself ample time to slow down and rest, since this transit may zap your energy. On the other hand, those naps and daydreams offer a portal into your...
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Mars Retrograde + other life-altering transits
Mercury is retrograde, but so is Mars! When the red-hot planet goes backward, he packs a punch. This week I share all the details on Mars retrograde, as well as his seemingly never-ending opposition to Pluto. Beyond Mars and Mercury retrograde, we're living under the influence of two…
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Sagittarius Season + Pluto in Aquarius (for good)
This week comes with a big vibe shift. From the murky waters of Scorpio, the Sun emerges and enters Sagittarius bringing light, joy, and some holiday magic. The big news though is that Pluto enters Aquarius and this time, it's for good, well at least for the next 20 years. With Pluto in the fixed...
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Election Musings + Full Moon in Taurus
The Pluto Return of the USA continues and this election has illuminated this potent, destructive, and transformative transit. Please tune in for some musings on how we can remember that we are all part of one cosmic consciousness. With Pluto entering Aquarius on November 19th, we all are being...
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New Moon in Scorpio + Mars opposite Pluto
There is something even spookier than Halloween ghosts and ghouls... It's Mars opposite Pluto! This transit invites passion - in all its forms. You might feel motivated by your anger or inspired by a deep creative burning in your soul. Luckily this New Moon in Scorpio also gives us a fresh slate....
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Bonus: Kamala's Solar Return + Election Astrology
This is a bonus episode answering the question that everyone is asking me! I also answer the question, "What's a Solar Return?" I'll walk you through some of the things I'm watching in Kamala's chart and in the cosmos. Join my email community. Do you want to say thank you for this episode? You…
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EP 183: Scorpio season is here
The Sun enters Scorpio and the season of all things spooky begins! Scorpio season kicks off with a grand trine in water that may flood you with emotion. Lots of water in the sky can offer opportunities for deeper connections, but it may cause you to be self-indulgent. Scorpio season also tends to...
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EP 182: Full Moon in Aries
It's a full week, with a Full Moon in Aries amping up your sensitive feelings. Assume everyone you see is a walking open emotional wound. The Full Moon in Aries is joined by Chiron (the wounded healer dwarf planet/asteroid) and squaring Mars in Cancer. This alone makes us all feel impatient, on...
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EP 181: New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra
A powerful new moon solar eclipse in Libra has us shedding any old patterns of imbalance or people-pleasing in our relationships. Libra is the sign associated with partnership, but also the scales of justice. If you've been feeling stuck in a relationship or situation where the energy exchange is...
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EP 180: Between Eclipses
This week might feel like you're in cosmic limbo. We're digesting the emotional content of the Lunar Eclipse last week and preparing for the direct and decisive energy of the eclipse next week. In between this week, we have a grand trine in Earth, thanks to Mercury inhabiting the late degrees of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Get the essential astrology download for your week! Your host, Veronica Perretti, delivers the forecast with humor and clarity so that even the newest astro-phile can follow along. Discover how current events are impacted by the movement of the planets. Find out what's happening up there in the heavens so you can dictate your fate down here on Earth.
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