Celestial Insights Podcast

191 | The Thrill of Victory: Gemini Full Moon

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of November 30, 2025:
 
00:51 – This week's big three: First, on Sunday, Venus enters Sagittarius (November 30 – December 24)!
 
05:24 – The 2026 Moon Mastery™ Lunar Planning Guide is your interactive companion for the year ahead. For only $22, this fully fillable digital planner is tailored to the actual Moon phases and eclipses of 2026 — helping you live each month with clarity, awareness, and intention.
 
06:16 – On Thursday, we have a Full Moon at 13 Gemini!
 
15:50 – Mars is at 22 Sagittarius, also on Thursday (and a few days surrounding this day). This is a World Point, where Mars is conjunct Ras Alhague (the head of the snake charmer) and trine Chiron in Aries.
 
19:31 – Check out Celeste’s astrology mentorship sessions and packages!
 
Word of the Day:
 
20:14 – On Sunday, SETTLEMENT is the word of the day. Venus connects with Neptune before entering Sagittarius, softening emotional edges after recent tension. You may find it easier to forgive yourself or others and move into clearer emotional territory. People collectively lean toward reconciliation and calmer resolutions. Conversations settle as compassion opens the door to peace. 
 
21:19 – Monday’s word is ENTHUSIAM. The Aries Moon activates Chiron and Jupiter, helping you release lingering irritations from the holiday. Fire energy lifts your spirit and gives you motivation to reengage with life. People feel lighter and more energized today. You may notice more laughter, movement, and excitement in the collective atmosphere.
 
23:21 – Tuesday's is BONUS. Venus sextiles Pluto, bringing deeper awareness of financial or relational truths. This aspect may offer an opportunity, realization, or benefit that feels earned. Collectively, people may receive good news or see rewarding shifts in agreements or structures. There’s a heightened awareness of value and fairness. 
 
24:31 – Wednesday's is INHERITANCE. The Taurus Moon opposes Mercury, prompting reflection about emotional or material legacies. As the Moon meets Uranus, surprising information or realizations may surface. Across the collective, people rethink what matters most in terms of stability and sharing. Conversations about family, resources, or long-term security may arise.
 
25:32 – Thursday's word is PUZZLES. The Full Moon in Gemini squares the Nodes, illuminating revelations and crossroads moments. Information you need becomes clearer, helping you see your next move. Collectively, headlines, conversations, or decisions may feel significant. People are putting together pieces of a story that now comes into focus.
 
27:55 – Friday's is RECRUIT. The Sun square the Nodes asks you to choose a direction aligned with your beliefs. Lunar tensions may push you toward commitments that require courage and clarity. People may rally around causes or try to bring others into their viewpoints or missions. Recruitment energy shows up in movements, conversations, and cultural debates.
30:00 – On Saturday, the word is INTEGRATION. Mercury trines Jupiter for the third time, helping you complete a retrograde storyline and integrate what you’ve learned. A realization or conversation may anchor emotional understanding. Collectively, people experience closure as patterns become clear and stories resolve. There’s a sense of clarity that helps everyone move forward with confidence.
 
32:00 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

Bonus Episode: A Cosmic Conversation with Melissa Felsenstein

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
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📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
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Bonus episode for November 26, 2025:
 
In this illuminating Cosmic Conversation, Celeste sits down with sound healer Melissa Felsenstein of Inner Sounds Meditation to explore how to stay grounded, open-hearted, and intentional during one of the year’s most emotionally charged passages.
 
Together, they navigate the emotional tides stirred up by Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, a powerful Grand Water Trine, and Saturn’s turn direct – all arriving just as the Sun shifts into uplifting Sagittarius season.
 
Celeste brings the astrological wisdom; Melissa brings the nervous-system support. They discuss how these transits reveal truth, heighten sensitivity, expose family dynamics, and magnify joy or overwhelm – depending on how consciously we work with the energy. You’ll hear practical strategies for emotional protection, connection, and self-regulation during holiday gatherings.
 
The episode culminates in a deep 30-minute therapeutic sound bath with crystal bowls and planetary gongs tuned to Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Mercury, and Neptune – designed to cleanse the throat chakra, settle the nervous system, and strengthen your holiday intentions.
 
Join Celeste and Melissa for a beautiful resource for anyone craving grounding, clarity, or emotional renewal.
 
Find Melissa at: https://www.innersoundsmeditation.com/.
 
Episode timestamps:
 
02:00 — Welcome and how Celeste and Melissa first connected through sound healing.
04:54 — Why sound resets the nervous system + Melissa’s healing journey.
07:51 — Astrology of the moment: Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Grand Water Trine, and entering Sagittarius season.
11:11 — How this energy affects emotions, family interactions, and Thanksgiving dynamics.
16:44 — Emotional protection, empathy, and intentional communication.
22:05 — Saturn stationing direct, Venus opposite Uranus and navigating surprise emotional spikes.
25:51 — 9-Year endings, upcoming 1-Year beginnings and themes of integration.
28:58 — Tarot pulls: Nine of Cups + King of Water (Healing).
30:47 — Preparing for the sound bath: intention setting.
38:50 — Sound Bath Begins (crystal bowls + planetary gongs).
01:07:00 — Re-grounding, sealing your energy, and Melissa’s visions from the gongs.
01:13:38 — Closing insights and reminders for emotional self-care this season.
 
Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

190 | Pandora’s Box: Saturn & Mercury Turn Direct

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of November 23, 2025:
 
00:52 – Join Celeste at the Kepler College 2026 Forecast on November 29! If you can’t make it live, you’ll get the recording.
 
01:29 – Grab your copy of the Wise Skies digital calendar! For $10 off, use coupon code ABC2026.
 
This week's big three:
 
02:26 – On Thursday, Saturn stations direct at 25 Pisces.
 
08:33 – Also on Thursday, we have a First Quarter Moon at 6 Pisces.
 
17:13 – Mercury stations direct at 20 Scorpio on Saturday.
 
24:52 – Use Solar Fire software to cast your astrology charts! Enter code CELESTE15 for a 15% discount.
 
Word of the Day:
 
26:00 – On Sunday, CRUSADER is the word of the day. Personal: With the Capricorn Moon and Sun sextile Pluto, you may feel fired up to defend your beliefs or challenge something that feels off. Channel this crusader energy into purposeful action rather than conflict. Collective: People may strongly identify with their worldview and react intensely when challenged. Expect bold opinions and fiery stances.
 
26:55 – Monday’s word is RECKONING. Personal: Mercury retrograde inconjunct Chiron and Mars square the Nodes bring a reckoning point that asks you to face something you’ve been avoiding. This is a moment to clarify your truth and release what no longer aligns. Collective: Others may feel pushed to confront reality or make overdue decisions. Emotional pressure can bring candor or conflict.
 
31:13 – Tuesday's is COLLECTIVE. Personal: With the Aquarius Moon and Venus inconjunct Chiron, you may feel tension in group dynamics or fixed opinions around you. Take a breath before reacting and remember the bigger picture. Collective: Families, groups, or teams may feel divided as differing viewpoints surface. The goal is cooperation, not competition.
 
32:19 – Wednesday's is FATE. Personal: Venus trine Jupiter and Saturn forms a Grand Trine in water, and you may feel emotional truths rising to the surface. With Moon square Mercury, the Three Fates energy asks you to spin, measure, and cut what no longer fits. Collective: People may reveal how they really feel, sometimes abruptly. Fate moments unfold through conversations and choices.
 
34:20 – Thursday's word is BLESSINGS. Personal: The Aquarius Moon squares Venus and Uranus before shifting into Pisces, bringing emotional spikes followed by sensitivity. Saturn stationing direct and the First Quarter Moon highlight blessings amid complexity. Collective: Big feelings, surprises, and revelations color the day as families gather. Gratitude may be tender or layered.
 
35:50 – Friday's is EMBRACE. Personal: The Moon meets the North Node and then squares Mars, stirring intuition and emotional intensity. This is a moment to embrace what’s arising rather than fight it. Collective: People may swing between tenderness and agitation as emotions rise and fall quickly. 
36:21 – On Saturday, the word is UNRAVEL. Personal: The Moon meets Saturn, Mercury stations direct, and Venus opposes Uranus, creating an unraveling that reveals hidden truth. Let what loosens show you what needs release. Collective: Expect reversals, tech issues, financial surprises, and emotional overwhelm as threads come apart.
 
38:40 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

189 | Apocalypse Now: Scorpio New Moon & Sagittarius Season

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of November 16, 2025:
 
00:52 – The 2026 Astrology Predictions Event with Sarah L’Hrar and Tiffany Harelik is available as a recording for only $33 – it’s a 2.5 hour workshop packed with insights for the upcoming year!
 
01:37 – The 2026 Moon Mastery™ Lunar Planning Guide is your interactive companion for the year ahead. For only $22, this fully fillable digital planner is tailored to the actual Moon phases and eclipses of 2026 — helping you live each month with clarity, awareness, and intention.
 
This week's big three:
 
02:29 – On Tuesday, Mercury retrograde reenters Scorpio (November 18 – December 11).
 
07:49 – On Wednesday, we have a New Moon at 28 Scorpio!
 
13:54 – Sagittarius Season begins on Friday (November 21 – December 21).
 
16:54 – Check out Celeste’s astrology readings and cosmic coaching packages, which are personalized to meet your unique needs. And remember: You don’t need to know any astrology!
 
Word of the Day:
 
17:43 – On Sunday, SCOUT is the word of the day. Personal guidance: Scout your inner landscape. Notice where you have been afraid to turn on the flashlight in your own basement. Let curiosity guide you rather than fear. What do you need to see more clearly about your desires, debts, and power dynamics? Collective guidance: Hidden stories are being scouted out. Think of the Buffalo Bill image from Silence of the Lambs – the light flipping on in the dark. Media, investigators, and everyday people may shine lamps into systems that prefer the shadows. Pay attention to what is being exposed around law, ethics, and the abuse of power in governments and institutions. 
 
19:04 – Monday’s word is SEPARATION. Personal guidance: Separation does not always mean failure. You may feel tension in partnerships or disappointment that something is not turning out as you hoped. This is a day to clarify boundaries and expectations. Distance or a pause may be medicine rather than rejection. Collective guidance: We may see literal and symbolic separations – high-profile breakups, companies splitting, political factions pulling farther apart. The Grand Trine in Water with the Sun in Scorpio, Jupiter in Cancer, and Saturn in Pisces can bring emotional overwhelm. Reach out if you or someone you love seems lost in the tide. This is a day when phone calls, therapy, and crisis support can save lives.
 
21:55 – Tuesday's is BOMBSHELL. Personal guidance: Bombshell energy is in the air. Mars in Sagittarius in tense aspect to Jupiter in Cancer amplifies reactions, while Venus in Scorpio in friction with Neptune in Pisces can expose secrets about money, sex, or loyalty. Surprising truths may drop into your lap. Commit to handling information with integrity rather than using it as a weapon. Collective guidance: Expect headlines about covert groups, shady finances, or exploitation coming to light. The Scorpio Moon squaring Saturn and Neptune in Pisces describes stories of bondage, deception, and systems that failed to protect vulnerable people. As Mercury reenters Scorpio at the 29th degree of crisis, voices of survivors and whistleblowers may rise. Listen closely, especially to the people whose stories were previously dismissed. 
 
23:51 – Wednesday's is DISTRESS. Personal guidance: Distress does not mean you are powerless. Venus in Scorpio at a World Point trines the North Node in Pisces, while Mercury in Scorpio opposes Uranus in Taurus and we have the New Moon at 28 Scorpio. Old trauma, betrayal, or fear around sex, money, or control may surface. Allow feelings to move through your body. This is a potent day to start therapy, do shadow work, or set intentions to heal from abuse and manipulation. Collective guidance: This is a high-alert day. Mercury opposite Uranus at 29 degrees can bring sudden news about sex trafficking, bribery, or hidden financial networks. The Sabian symbol of an Indigenous woman pleading for the lives of her children echoes themes of parents begging corrupt powers to protect the vulnerable. We may see distress signals from communities harmed by leaders, courts, or corporations that chose profits over people. Bear witness. Support survivors. Advocate when you can. 
 
26:02 – Thursday's word is LIFEGUARD. Personal guidance: Lifeguard energy invites you to protect what is precious. Mercury cazimi at 28 Scorpio signals the death and rebirth of a story around your mind, money, or intimacy. This is powerful cord-cutting energy. You can ask spirit, your ancestors, or trusted allies for help as you let go of obsessions, toxic attachments, or revenge fantasies. Guard your own life force, especially around water, substances, and emotional extremes. Collective guidance: Mercury in the heart of the Sun in Scorpio while Uranus in Taurus sextiles Neptune in Pisces can describe both shocking disclosures about big money and water-related or earth-related crises. Deals, votes, and behind-the-scenes agreements around the release or suppression of explosive information may come to a head. We could see people in power trying to save themselves while the public demands accountability. This is a day to watch who acts like a lifeguard for the vulnerable and who is trying to keep them underwater. 
 
28:40 – Friday's is TSUNAMI. Personal guidance: Tsunami emotions can crash in suddenly. Emotionally, something may break open. Give yourself outlets for intensity – movement, art, prayer, journaling. This wave wants motion, not repression. Collective guidance: This looks like an emotional and political tidal wave. Big news may erupt about the Epstein files, immigration raids, the military, athletes, or scandals involving sex, money, and power. The US chart is especially activated, so national identity, rage, and grief may surge. Markets or governments could wobble. People may act recklessly in the streets and online. Stay aware of your surroundings and keep your nervous system as calm as you can. 
30:28 – On Saturday, the word is GIBBERISH. Personal guidance: Not everything you hear is truth. Thoughts and conversations may feel foggy, circular, or emotionally charged. Slow down and double-check facts. Do not assume you understand the whole story today. Collective guidance: This energy can show up as confusing statements from leaders, spin from institutions, or experts trying to make sense of sudden economic or governmental shifts. There may be news about health crises, speech or brain-related issues, or infrastructure breakdowns that affect communication. Miscommunication can be serious today, so if someone’s words or behavior suddenly do not make sense, take it as a cue to seek clarity or support. 
 
32:05 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

188 | The Truman Show: Mercury & Jupiter Retrograde

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of November 9, 2025:
 
00:51 – The 2026 Astrology Predictions Event with Sarah L’Hrar and Tiffany Harelik is on November 11 at 2pm PT. If you can’t make it live, you’ll get the recording!
 
01:53 – Use Solar Fire software to cast your astrology charts! Enter code CELESTE15 for a 15% discount.
 
This week's big three:
 
03:00 – On Sunday, Mercury turns retrograde at 6 Sagittarius; it goes back to 20 Scorpio and stations direct on November 29!
 
12:31 – Jupiter turns retrograde at 25 Cancer on Tuesday; it goes back to 15 Cancer and stations direct on March 10, 2026.
 
16:20 – Also on Tuesday, we have a Last Quarter Moon at 20 Leo.
 
24:37 – Check out Celeste’s astrology mentorship sessions and packages!
 
Word of the Day:
 
25:20 – On Sunday, DELAYED is the word of the day. Personal Guidance: Mercury stations retrograde at 6 Sagittarius. Pad your schedule, back up devices, reread before you send, and gas up the car. If plans slip, pivot with grace. Collective Guidance: Expect system glitches, travel slowdowns, and mixed messages as the station imprints the week. Choose patience over push. 
 
26:20 – Monday’s word is DRAMATIC. Personal Guidance: The Cancer Moon meets Jupiter. Big feelings, bigger appetite for comfort. When the Leo Moon takes over, express from the heart but keep your feet on the ground. Collective Guidance: Grand gestures pop, then the Leo Moon opposes Pluto and squares Venus in Scorpio. Spotlight meets power plays. Keep warmth, skip theatrics. 
 
28:15 – Tuesday's is HEARTACHE. Personal Guidance: Jupiter stations retrograde at 25 Cancer and the Last Quarter Moon lands at 20 Leo. Release ego scripts that keep your heart guarded. Rest is medicine. Collective Guidance: Crossroads energy. Big announcements may stir emotions. Choose dignity over drama while the Moon wanes.
 
29:24 – Wednesday's is CREDIBILITY. Personal Guidance: Mercury retrograde conjoins Mars at 6 Sagittarius. Brain on fire. Cool the tongue, check your facts, drive defensively. Collective Guidance: Claims get louder as Leo’s late degrees square Uranus before the Moon shifts to Virgo. Truth matters more than volume. 
 
32:21 – Thursday's word is BESEIGED. Personal Guidance: The Virgo Moon is caught between Mercury retrograde and Mars in Sagittarius. If you feel squeezed, step back, breathe, and simplify your next action. Collective Guidance: Mediate less, observe more. The Moon brushes the South Node. Drain the noise, not your energy.
 
33:23 – Friday's is CLOUT. Personal Guidance: The Virgo Moon opposes Saturn in Pisces. Earned authority is greater than borrowed importance. Do the humble thing well. Collective Guidance: Titles won’t carry shaky structures. Substance, accountability, and timelines win the day.
34:06 – On Saturday, the word is SIESTA. Personal Guidance: The Balsamic Moon at 9 Libra aligns with Diadem, the Crown Star, inviting grace, beauty, and spiritual sovereignty. Nap on it. Collective Guidance: Restore balance. Curate peace, refine plans, and let diplomacy lead while the light wanes.
 
35:30 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

187 | Dead Man’s Switch: Mars in Sagittarius & a Taurus Full Moon

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of November 2, 2025:
 
00:51 – Tune in to hear the winner of the podcast survey drawing! And you still have a chance to win: Fill out the podcast survey to be entered for a drawing for a free reading (the next drawing will be before the end of the year)! Also, the 2026 Astrology Predictions Event with Sarah L’Hrar and Tiffany Harelik is on November 11 at 2pm PT. If you can’t make it live, you’ll get the recording!
 
This week's big three:
 
02:39 – On Tuesday, Mars enters Sagittarius. (NOTE: The dates are November 4 – December 14! Celeste said “November 4 – 14” in the episode.)
 
13:13 – Grab your copy of the Wise Skies digital calendar! For $10 off, use coupon code ABC2025 or 2026.
 
14:13 – On Wednesday, we have a Full Moon at 13 Taurus!
 
22:53 – Venus enters Scorpio on Thursday (November 6 – 30).
 
Word of the Day:
 
29:15 – On Sunday, GRIEF is the word of the day. Personal: Be gentle with yourself. With the Pisces Moon meeting Saturn and Neptune, feelings can crest and ebb. Rest, hydrate, and let tears be medicine. Collective: Communities process losses and take stock after water-themed events; compassion leads the way. 
 
32:33 – Monday’s word is WONDERLAND. Personal: Mars at 29 Scorpio trine Neptune heightens imagination and emotional intensity. Create, sculpt, sing, or journal to channel the magic into form. Collective: Glamour and illusion swirl; headlines may blend beauty with controversy as values meet reality checks.
34:27 – Tuesday's is EXPLOSIVE. Personal: Mars enters Sagittarius and immediately opposes Uranus. Move your body, breathe before speaking, and unplug from static. Safety first around electricity. Collective: Breakthroughs and hot takes arrive fast; expect bold statements, sudden shifts, and crusader vibes. 
 
36:39 – Wednesday's is POSSESSION. Personal: The Full Moon is at 13 Taurus. Clarify what you truly value. Release a luxury you don’t need and invest in nourishment, touch, and stability. Collective: Spotlight on resources, budgets, and supply. Expect both generosity and greed on display as money stories surface. 
38:29 – Thursday's word is PITCHFORKS. Personal: Mars sextile Pluto empowers focused action. Direct your fire into a specific plan that serves a group goal. Collective: Voices mobilize. Protests, organizing, and accountability campaigns gain traction as Venus changes tone. 
 
40:50 – Friday's is HOARDER. Personal: Inventory your pantry, budget, and energy. Uranus re-enters Taurus and Venus squares Pluto; simplify, secure essentials, and avoid impulse splurges. Collective: Markets and resources wobble. Class tension and “let them eat cake” optics spark reactions and policy chatter. 
 
43:02 – On Saturday, the word is NESTING. Personal: Moon in Cancer invites sanctuary. Cook, soak, soft clothes, quiet music. Let comfort refill the well. Collective: After a loud week, many choose home and heart. Mutual aid continues quietly behind the scenes. 
 
44:28 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

186 | Biting the Hand that Feeds: Mercury in Sagittarius

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
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Astrology highlights for the week of October 26, 2025:
 
00:52 – Astrology in action, featuring recent news stories.
 
04:22 – Enjoy products from the Birthdate Company! Use coupon code CELESTE10 for a 10% discount.
 
This week's big three:
 
05:29 – On Wednesday, Mercury enters Sagittarius (October 29 – November 18). (And tune in for info on the upcoming Mercury retrograde!)
 
12:18 – We have a First Quarter Moon at 6 Aquarius on Wednesday.
 
17:45 – This week features a Grand Water Trine with Mars in Scorpio, Jupiter in Cancer, and Saturn in Pisces.
 
Word of the Day:
 
21:49 – On Sunday, DISCIPLINE is the word of the day. Personal: The Sagittarius Moon squares Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, demanding restraint and clarity. Temper indulgence with maturity. Your choices set the tone for the week ahead. Collective: As the Moon shifts to Capricorn, the mood turns serious. Themes around government accountability or leadership may surface.
 
23:53 – Monday’s word is SQUANDER. Personal: Venus in Libra quincunx the North Node in Pisces asks you to adjust how you handle money, relationships, or time. Avoid giving more than you can sustain. Collective: Aid programs or funding may be cut as Mars in Scorpio quincunx Chiron and Eris in Aries stirs collective frustration. Strategic compassion helps redirect resources wisely.
 
25:03 – Tuesday's is MERGE. Personal: The Capricorn Moon squares Chiron, calling you to heal a conflict by working with others rather than against them. Cooperation brings creative solutions. Collective: As the Moon enters Aquarius and meets Pluto, alliances strengthen around shared causes. Expect movements or communities merging to resist injustice.
 
26:13 – Wednesday's is SALACIOUS. Personal: Mercury at 29 Scorpio trines Neptune in Pisces: Intuition heightens but so does illusion. Guard your privacy and fact check before reacting. Collective: Secrets surface under this “Thieves in the Temple” energy. With Mercury entering Sagittarius and opposing Uranus, shocking revelations may break through the noise.
 
28:05 – Thursday's word is COMICAL. Personal: Mercury sextiles Pluto, sharpening wit and insight. Humor can disarm tension. Use it to inspire rather than wound. Collective: The Aquarius Moon squaring Mars in Scorpio can turn irony dark or expose hypocrisy. Channel this intensity into satire or storytelling that awakens rather than divides.
 
29:08 – Friday's is CHAOTIC. Personal: The Pisces Moon squares Uranus as Mercury continues to oppose it, heightening restlessness and surprise. Stay flexible and release what you can’t control. Collective: Government shutdowns or system breakdowns may echo the Piscean energy of endings. Communities will need compassion and creativity to bridge the gaps.
30:16 – On Saturday, the word is PHENOMENON. Personal: Venus in Libra opposes Chiron and Eris in Aries, bringing healing through discomfort. Advocate for love that includes accountability. Collective: Women or marginalized voices may rise with passion and eloquence. Like Maya Angelou’s “Phenomenal Woman,” speak boldly for justice and connection.
 
31:00 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

185 | The Art of War: Libra New Moon & Neptune Re-Enters Pisces

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.
 
🌟 Book a private astrology consultation, cosmic coaching package, or mystic mentoring.
🌕 Download Celeste's free Setting Intentions with Moon Phases e-book.
📚 Check out Celeste's Amazon storefront, with recommended astrology books and oracle/tarot decks.
✅ Follow Astrology by Celeste on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Bluesky, and Yelp.
 
*****
 
Astrology highlights for the week of October 19, 2025:
 
00:51 – Remember to fill out the podcast survey to be entered for a drawing for a free reading (winner selected November 2, 2025)!
 
01:25 – Astrology in action, featuring recent news stories.
 
06:00 – Grab your copy of the Wise Skies digital calendar! For $10 off, use coupon code ABC2025 or 2026.
 
This week's big three:
 
07:00 – On Tuesday, we have a New Moon at 28 Libra!
 
17:46 – On Wednesday, Neptune retrograde re-enters Pisces (October 22, 2025 – January 26, 2026).
 
20:20 – Scorpio season begins on Wednesday (October 22 – November 21).
 
Word of the Day:
 
27:06 – On Sunday, FIREBRAND is the word of the day. Personal: Mercury in Scorpio trines the North Node in Pisces, inviting bold truth-telling and authentic self-expression. Speak powerfully but with purpose. Collective: Conversations flare around taboo topics as Mars and Mercury in Scorpio stoke passionate debate. Channel the fire into transformation, not destruction.
 
28:58 – Monday’s word is BOASTFUL. Personal: The Libra Moon squares Jupiter in Cancer and opposes Chiron in Aries. Confidence rises but pride can wound connection. Collective: Leaders may grandstand or exaggerate victories. Behind the noise, deeper insecurities surface. Listen beyond the performance.
30:24 – Tuesday's is SUBTEXT. Personal: The Libra New Moon sets intentions for harmony and strategic partnership. With the Sun square Pluto, hidden motives surface. Collective: Contracts, alliances, and treaties may conceal deeper power struggles. The Moon entering Scorpio exposes what lies beneath appearances.
 
31:17 – Wednesday's is IMAGES. Personal: The Sun enters Scorpio, deepening emotional intensity and heightening intuition. Artistic expression brings insight and catharsis. Collective: Neptune retrograding into Pisces blurs reality while the Scorpio Sun reveals hidden truth. Let visuals inspire rather than deceive.
33:44 – Thursday's word is JIU-JITSU. Personal: The Scorpio Moon joins Mars and Mercury, teaching strategy over struggle. Redirect energy with patience and precision. Collective: Jupiter in Cancer squares Chiron and Eris in Aries, heightening tension. Creative resistance and humor can flip the narrative. 
 
36:19 – Friday's is DEBT. Personal: The Scorpio Sun squares Pluto in Aquarius, revealing what must be transformed. Simplify and lighten your load. Collective: Economic and emotional debts surface. Release guilt and honor reciprocity in all exchanges.
 
38:08 – On Saturday, the word is LIMITATIONS. Personal: The Sagittarius Moon squares the Nodes, spotlighting the difference between criticism and compassion. Choose balance. Collective: Saturn in Pisces trines Mercury in Scorpio, favoring mature dialogue and healthy boundaries. Clear rules create calm.
 
40:29 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

184 | Steel Magnolias: Venus in Libra & Pluto Direct

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Astrology highlights for the week of October 12, 2025:
 
00:51 – Astrology in action, featuring recent news stories.
 
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This week's big three:
 
03:16 – On Monday, we have a Last Quarter Moon at 20 Cancer.
 
11:48 – Also on Monday, Venus enters Libra (October 13 – November 6)!
 
18:24 – Monday is busy! Pluto also stations direct at 1 Aquarius.
 
Word of the Day:
 
22:36 – On Sunday, RECOGNIZE is the word of the day. Personally, as the Cancer Moon tenses against Neptune, your emotional antenna may pick up echoes from the past. Acknowledge the people and experiences that shaped you rather than pushing the feelings away. Let tenderness soften self-criticism and allow old emotions to dissolve with compassion. Collectively, the world is nostalgic, craving comfort and belonging while collective memories resurface. Shared grief or pride may inspire unity. 
 
23:33 – Monday’s word is REMEMBRANCE. Personally, with Venus leaving Virgo and entering Libra, the heart pivots from analysis to artistry. Let gentle memories inform healing rather than keep you stuck in the loop of what could have been. Collectively, conversations about justice, peace, and repair gain traction. The Last Quarter Moon encourages closure as old alliances dissolve while new partnerships begin to take form. 
 
27:16 – Tuesday's is DIAMONDS. Personally, as Venus harmonizes with Uranus, flashes of brilliance remind you of your uniqueness. Pluto’s direct motion helps you reclaim confidence that may have gone underground. Own your sparkle and make choices that reflect your worth. Collectively, voices once silenced start shining again. We see leaders or creators re-emerge, reflecting strength honed under pressure. 
 
29:14 – Wednesday's is RAVENOUS. Personally, as Venus harmonizes with Uranus, flashes of brilliance remind you of your uniqueness. Pluto’s direct motion helps you reclaim confidence that may have gone underground. Own your sparkle and make choices that reflect your worth. Collectively, voices once silenced start shining again. We see leaders or creators re-emerge, reflecting strength honed under pressure.
30:04 – Thursday's word is CHARITABLE. Personally, the Moon’s shift into Virgo turns attention to practical compassion. You can offer real help if you avoid martyrdom. Streamline your efforts so that service sustains you rather than depletes you. Collectively, under the Sun Jupiter square, generosity and excess compete for attention. Governments, corporations, or communities may announce relief efforts or social reforms that test fairness and faith. 
 
32:15 – Friday's is DESCENT. Personally, with the Virgo Moon waning and the Sun opposite Chiron, you may feel weary yet wise. Allow endings to complete without rushing the next beginning. Healing requires rest. Collectively, the atmosphere feels heavy as accountability moments ripple through leadership. We collectively shed illusions about who truly serves the greater good. 
33:28 – On Saturday, the word is SNEAKY. Personally, Mars trines the North Node while the Moon moves into Libra. Trust what your gut reveals before your mind catches up. Subtle signals guide you toward integrity and away from manipulation. Collectively, hidden motives surface. Expect behind-the-scenes deals or revelations that change alliances. Justice themes return to the forefront. 
 
34:40 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!

183 | Doctor Sleep: Aries Full Moon & Mercury in Scorpio

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Astrology highlights for the week of October 5, 2025:
 
00:51 – Last call for Celeste’s 3-day intensive at OPA's Cosmic Shift Retreat in Park City, Utah from October 15 – 19! And remember to fill out the podcast survey to be entered for a drawing for a free reading (winner selected November 2, 2025).
 
01:40 – Astrology in action, featuring recent news stories.
 
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This week's big three:
 
04:50 – We are navigating a reversed lunar rhythm!
 
08:04 – On Monday, Mercury enters Scorpio (October 6 – 29).
 
12:22 – Also on Monday, we have a Full Moon at 14 Aries!
 
Word of the Day:
 
21:36 – On Sunday, ONSLAUGHT is the word of the day. Personally, emotions may feel overwhelming under the Pisces Moon. Avoid overindulgence and be mindful with intoxicants. Collectively, arguments and confusion may escalate. Flooding – literal or emotional – could dominate the news cycle. 
 
23:37 – Monday’s word is EXPOSE. Personally, secrets surface with Mercury entering Scorpio and the Aries Full Moon. Be honest with yourself about hidden truths. Collectively, revelations about competition, governments, or global protests may capture attention. 
 
25:47 – Tuesday's is FORBIDDEN. Personally, hidden or taboo matters may come to light. Avoid impulsive arguments and rash decisions. Collectively, scandals, betrayals, or recordings revealing secrets could break into public awareness.
 
28:40 – Wednesday's is EXPLAIN. Personally, find your voice and share your story. Resist perfectionism and trust your worth. Collectively, testimonies or speeches may stir emotions, helping communities process grief or injustice. 
30:32 – Thursday's word is ENTHUSIASTIC. Personally, the Gemini Moon boosts social energy and curiosity. Let conversations flow and lift your mood. Collectively, gatherings or media buzz bring excitement and movement. 
 
31:15 – Friday's is DISPERSE. Personally, share your ideas, messages, or creations with others. Don’t hold back what’s ready to spread. Collectively, flyers, protests, or news stories may circulate rapidly, sparking collective awareness. 
 
31:40 – On Saturday, the word is BOUNDARY. Personally, relationship tensions may test your limits. Honor your needs and avoid people-pleasing. Collectively, Venus opposite Saturn highlights restrictions around health, finances, or values. Medication and import costs could be in the spotlight. 
 
34:04 – Thanks for listening to Celestial Insights! To support the podcast and help others find the show, please follow or subscribe wherever you listen, rate it five stars, or write a lovely review! And let Celeste know if you have any "astrology in action" stories by email at Celeste@astrologybyceleste.com! See you next week!