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Kosmic Tonic

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An elixir of esoteric banter, astrology, real life & joking around. Hosted by astrologers Jasmine Richardson, Eliza Robertson and Kestrel Neathawk.

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Venus Cazimi in LEO

August 14, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

In this episode, Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza dive into the magic behind our pre-natal Venus cazimi's (that is: conjunctions with the Sun). Together, we explore this season’s Venus retrograde and cazimi in Leo, Venus’ synodic cycle, and what the Venus cazimi that predates your birth says about you. To do so, we unpack Arielle Guttman’s theory of Venus star points and share personal stories about how we resonate with our own star points… as well as what this most recent visit to the underworld...

Antiscia with KATE PETTY

March 28, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

In this episode, we dig into the theory and technique of antiscia — a concept in traditional astrology that is all about reflections of light. Our guest Kate Petty is an artist, astrologer, mentor, and all-round antiscia virtuoso. In this episode, Kate guides us through 1. What Antiscia is, 2. Why it’s something to watch for, and 3. How to track it in your chart, in your synastry with other people, as well as the ways it can be activated by transit. We learned so much in this episode, and we...

The Astrology of 2023

January 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

That’s a wrap on 2022. Happy New Year! In this episode, Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza unpack the astrology of 2023. With Mercury and Mars both retrograde at the top of the year, we begin on a slow note. But this year has a few huge changes in store. Like, generationally huge. In March, Saturn enters Pisces for the first time in 30 years. (That means if you have Saturn in Pisces, you’re entering your Saturn return. And if you have Saturn in Aquarius, your return is officially ending.) Then Plut...

Astro & Creativity with VANESSA MONTGOMERY

October 19, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

In this episode, we invite Vanessa Montgomery on the show to talk about astrology and creativity. Vanessa is author of Star Power, Cosmic Power, and Astro Power, as well as the resident astrologer for Glamour Magazine. Together, we explore how different houses and planets relate to creativity. We also talk about gendering (or not) the planets and "self-objectification theory.” And we discuss art of all kinds, from writing to fashion to pole dancing — as well as what it’s like to be a creator...

Astro & Creativity with VANESSA MONTGOMERY

October 19, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

In this episode, we invite Vanessa Montgomery on the show to talk about astrology and creativity. Vanessa is author of Star Power, Cosmic Power, and Astro Power, as well as the resident astrologer for Glamour Magazine. Together, we explore how different houses and planets relate to creativity. We also talk about gendering (or not) the planets and "self-objectification theory.” And we discuss art of all kinds, from writing to fashion to pole dancing — as well as what it’s like to be a creator...

Astrology + Human Design with KELSEY ROSE TORTORICE

September 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

We are thrilled to welcome astrologer, artist, and teacher Kelsey Rose Tortorice to the podcast to discuss human design. Human design draws from several distinct traditions of knowledge, including astrology, the Qabalah, the chakra system, and the I’Ching. The result? A system that offers eerily concrete information on your natural tendencies, patterns, and the ways you can live in greater alignment with yourself.  In this episode, we go over the main components of human design, including h...

Astrology with CHANI NICHOLAS

June 19, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

It is with serious delight and honour that we welcome renowned astrologer and NYT best-selling author Chani Nicholas to the show. In this episode, we ask Chani about her first pathway to this work, as well as why she focuses on traditional astrology. We talk about the creative process, writing as ritual (and service), birth charts as witnesses, and the healing power of myth. Thank you Chani, and thank you everyone for listening! We hope you enjoy this episode and spread it around furiously. ...

Astrology and the Body with RENEE SILLS

May 09, 2022 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

In this episode, we welcome Renee Sills to the show to map astrology onto our bodies — and vice versa. Renee is a 2nd generation astrologer, somatic movement educator, yoga teacher, and artist. In this episode, we explore postural patterns in the body, somatic awareness, and astrology as a community art project and deconstruction practice. Renee shared so many pearls of wisdom in this episode — we can’t wait for you listen in. If you’re enjoying this podcast, remember to hit subscribe and le...

Astrology and the Revolution with LOLI MOON

April 14, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Loli Moon is a diviner, healer, conjurer, astrologer, and 3rd generation medium. We met Loli on the Missing Witches panel for Imbolc (link below!). We appreciated Loli's wisdom so much we invited her on the show. In this episode, we talk about astrology and the revolution. Together, we explore: Pluto in Capricorn (entering Aquarius next year), as well as Jupiter entering Aries on May 10th. We also talk about Uranus in Taurus and women returning to the land — and returning to ancient / Afric...

Astrology and the Revolution with LOLI MOON

April 14, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Loli Moon is a diviner, healer, conjurer, astrologer, and 3rd generation medium. We met Loli on the Missing Witches panel for Imbolc (link below!). We appreciated Loli's wisdom so much we invited her on the show. In this episode, we talk about astrology and the revolution. Together, we explore: Pluto in Capricorn (entering Aquarius next year), as well as Jupiter entering Aries on May 10th. We also talk about Uranus in Taurus and women returning to the land — and returning to ancient / Afric...

Lunar Mansions Pt. 2 with THEA ANDERSON

March 16, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Thea Anderson joins us back on the show! In this episode, we discuss how to modernize grimoire magic (need a lunar mansion to help braid your hair, anyone?), as well as how astrology can help us unearth the past. Together, we explore: the different ways to conceptualize (and work with) the lunar mansions, as well as Thea’s research on convict leasing, black codes, “pig laws," and the Imperial 95.  For more on Thea: http://theanichelle.com/astrologytarot For more on Jasmine, Kestrel, or Eli...

Sex & Astrology with KIRAH TABOURN

March 03, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

In this episode, we explore how to use your birth chart to reflect on your erotic relationships, as well as your sexual wants, tendencies, & needs. From timing your hook up texts to sex toys to self-worth to the ways sex can be sacred: we go there.  Kirah Tabourn is an astrologer, educator, host of The Strology Show and co-founder of the app CUSP. For more on Kirah: https://www.thestrology.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more info and resources: CUS...

Sex & Astrology with KIRAH TABOURN

March 03, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

In this episode, we explore how to use your birth chart to reflect on your erotic relationships, as well as your sexual wants, tendencies, & needs. From timing your hook up texts to sex toys to self-worth to the ways sex can be sacred: we go there.  Kirah Tabourn is an astrologer, educator, host of The Strology Show and co-founder of the app CUSP. For more on Kirah: https://www.thestrology.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more info and resources: CUS...

Uranus with ALICIA YOUSUF

February 08, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

In this episode, we speak with Australian astrologer, Alicia Yusuf. The subject: Uranus, that boundary defying planet of disruption and chaos. One of the many cool things about Uranus is that it fits neatly into a human lifespan — Uranus takes 84 years to orbit that Sun.  Uranus’ cycle provides a helpful frame to understand our own lives as we pass through the thresholds of being human. One of the most famous “pitstops” on this journey occurs around age 42, when transiting Uranus opposes our...

The Lunar Mansions Part 1 with THEA ANDERSON

January 05, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Thea Anderson on the show for an episode on the lunar mansions. What are the lunar mansions, you ask? You can think of them as a sort of lunar zodiac. While the Sun passes through 12 signs in a year, the Moon passes through 28 lunar mansions every month. Medieval astrologers and mages used the lunar mansions to time certain events, as well as rites of magic.  Thea has studied astrology and magic with Sam Reynolds, Austin Coppock, Nina Gryphon, a...

Neptune with STEPHANIE WARNER

December 03, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB

As Neptune stations direct in Pisces, it feels timely that we drop an episode on this planet of dream, delusion, murk, poetry, music, inspiration, intoxication, and escape (among other themes — Neptune is notoriously hard to "pin down.”) Joining us is our friend and colleague, Stephanie Warner, a poet, astrologer, scholar, and Astrology Writer for @CHANI.app. Together, we explore: dreams, astral projection, the myths of Neptune and Poseidon, midlife transits, Neptune’s influence on art and...

Hecate & Grief with HOLLY TRUHLAR

November 16, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Holly Truhlar to the show: grief therapist, writer, facilitator, threshold tender, and guardian of a dachshund, mule, and donkey… among many other roles and talents!  Together, we discuss grief, animals, Hecate, initiation, the moon, and so much more.  For more on Holly: https://www.hollytruhlar.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more on the books or topics we mentioned: The podcast Glitch Bottle ft. Jack Gra...

Hecate & Grief with HOLLY TRUHLAR

November 16, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Holly Truhlar to the show: grief therapist, writer, facilitator, threshold tender, and guardian of a dachshund, mule, and donkey… among many other roles and talents!  Together, we discuss grief, animals, Hecate, initiation, the moon, and so much more.  For more on Holly: https://www.hollytruhlar.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel, and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more on the books or topics we mentioned: The podcast Glitch Bottle ft. Jack Gra...

Dreams + Astrology with STEVEN KAMPMANN

October 26, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

In this episode, we speak to writer, educator and dream coach Steven Kampmann.  This chat was a wild and wending ride… we cover such topics as Carl Jung, healing through dreams, Steven’s journey with Parkinson’s (and how it’s impacted his dreams), the anima vs. the animus, archetypes and shadow. (And so much more, honestly!)  For more on Steven, his dreams course, or to listen to his podcast, check out: www.thedreamscourse.org For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com F...

The Signs: LIBRA

September 24, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Happy Libra Season!  We started these chats on the signs last Scorpio season, which means this is our last episode of the series. (Haven’t checked out the others? Go back and give a listen!)  In this episode, we explore the archetype of Libra (with our own resident Libra Sun, Jasmine.) Yes, it gets the reputation for being the “nice” sign, but Lady Justice also wields a sword. We explore the complexities of this sign as well as discuss the upcoming lunations, which include some major cazim...

The Signs: LIBRA

September 24, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Happy Libra Season!  We started these chats on the signs last Scorpio season, which means this is our last episode of the series. (Haven’t checked out the others? Go back and give a listen!)  In this episode, we explore the archetype of Libra (with our own resident Libra Sun, Jasmine.) Yes, it gets the reputation for being the “nice” sign, but Lady Justice also wields a sword. We explore the complexities of this sign as well as discuss the upcoming lunations, which include some major cazim...

Horary & Planetary Magic with NINA GRYPHON

September 08, 2021 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

We are so thrilled to release this episode with traditional astrologer and astro mage, Nina Gryphon! Together, we explore the ancient branch of horary astrology, in which a chart is drawn for the moment a question is asked. This is astrology at its most divinatory, if not downright magical in its logic (while at the same time complex and rigorous.) We also discuss the practice of astrological magic, including the construction of magical talismans. Other topics include: theology, finding lost...

The Signs: Virgo with WHITNEY WILL

August 23, 2021 21:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Happy Virgo Season! We are delighted to welcome onto the show Whitney Will (aka Starhearth Astrology) to discuss the sign and archetype of VIRGO. Themes include: excellence (and that pressure Virgo people tend to apply to themselves); dedication to ideals; worthiness; the beauty of form; witchcraft; practical magic; and that double-bodied merging between the divine and human that we see in the "winged maiden." As usual, we also discuss the upcoming lunations, including the new moon on Septe...

The Signs: Virgo with WHITNEY WILL

August 23, 2021 21:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Happy Virgo Season! We are delighted to welcome onto the show Whitney Will (aka Starhearth Astrology) to discuss the sign and archetype of VIRGO. Themes include: excellence (and that pressure Virgo people tend to apply to themselves); dedication to ideals; worthiness; the beauty of form; witchcraft; practical magic; and that double-bodied merging between the divine and human that we see in the "winged maiden." As usual, we also discuss the upcoming lunations, including the new moon on Septe...

Vesta with BEAR RYVER

August 17, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MB

In this episode, we explore the archetype and astrology of the asteroid Vesta. Vesta is named after the Roman Goddess of the hearth, whose Greek counterpart is known as Hestia. Vesta is the first born and the last born child of Saturn, the Goddess who refused to marry or couple with other Gods, despite the pursuit of suitors like Apollo or Poseidon. In astrology, she represents the principle of focus (the Latin word for hearth) and devotion — especially that devotion that flows, not to anoth...

The Signs: LEO

July 22, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Happy Leo season!  The usual pool party begins with a bit of rain, as the Sun approaches an opposition to Saturn for the first ten days. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t show up with all the glitz and glam you can forage from your diva-auntie’s closet.  In this episode, we explore questions of pride and self-worth, ego strength, playfulness, what to do with your Leo children and MORE.  We also discuss the upcoming lunations, which include not one but two full moons in Aquarius. The fi...

The Mars & Venus Cycle

July 13, 2021 22:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Mars and Venus joined together on July 13th — a conjunction that occurs every two years or so (retrogrades depending). These planets represent the archetypes of the lovers, the chemical attraction between opposites, the alchemy of merging two distinct elements into a third. To honour this holy and sexy union, we recorded an episode on this conjunction and what it might mean for us. For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more information, including texts we allude t...

The Mars & Venus Cycle

July 13, 2021 22:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Mars and Venus joined together on July 13th — a conjunction that occurs every two years or so (retrogrades depending). These planets represent the archetypes of the lovers, the chemical attraction between opposites, the alchemy of merging two distinct elements into a third. To honour this holy and sexy union, we recorded an episode on this conjunction and what it might mean for us. For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more information, including texts we allude t...

The Signs: CANCER

June 21, 2021 23:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

In this episode, we explore the archetype and astrology of the cardinal water sign Cancer. We discuss the traits of Cancer as an archetype — from its emotional weather systems to its lunar (even umbilical) intuition, to that flinty shell that can be raised as a protective shield. As always with our episodes on the signs, we also talk about the general themes for Cancer season this year, including the upcoming lunations. Thank you for listening! We would be ever so grateful if you shared thi...

Evolutionary Astrology with SABRINA MONARCH

June 10, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss the tradition of evolutionary astrology with Sabrina Monarch. We explore a great many juicy questions, such as: what the lunar nodes reveal about your soul's journey; how Pluto can be used in shadow work; and what astrology can hint about past lives.  For more on Sabrina Monarch: https://monarchastrology.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com To plumb deeper still: Sabrina's new book! The Garden of Sleeping Hammers Pluto: The Evolut...

Evolutionary Astrology with SABRINA MONARCH

June 10, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss the tradition of evolutionary astrology with Sabrina Monarch. We explore a great many juicy questions, such as: what the lunar nodes reveal about your soul's journey; how Pluto can be used in shadow work; and what astrology can hint about past lives.  For more on Sabrina Monarch: https://monarchastrology.com/ For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com To plumb deeper still: Sabrina's new book! The Garden of Sleeping Hammers Pluto: The Evolut...

The Signs: GEMINI

May 19, 2021 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Happy Gemini Season! In this episode, we explore the tropes and tendencies of the sign of the Twins — our chatty, flirty, brainy, shapeshifting, trickster alchemists of the zodiac.  We also discuss the upcoming lunations (read: ECLIPSE SEASON) and astro weather (read: MERCURY RETROGRADE). For more on Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza: www.kosmictonic.com For more on the folks and sources we mention: Scott Miller - https://www.scottdmiller.com/ Jason Holley - http://jasonholley.net/astrology ...

Esoteric Tarot with T. SUSAN CHANG & MEL MELEEN

May 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

It is our extreme pleasure to release this conversation with T. Susan Chang and Mel Meleen of the Fortune's Wheelhouse Podcast! In this episode, we dig into all manner of esoterica — from the tarot to the Hermetic Qabalah, to ritual and creation and magic and ensoulment and psychology and MORE. All three of us are mega fans of Susie and Mel, and we were so grateful to pick their ample brains over this hour. We hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did! For more on Susie and Mel’s podcast...

Esoteric Tarot with T. SUSAN CHANG & MEL MELEEN

May 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

It is our extreme pleasure to release this conversation with T. Susan Chang and Mel Meleen of the Fortune's Wheelhouse Podcast! In this episode, we dig into all manner of esoterica — from the tarot to the Hermetic Qabalah, to ritual and creation and magic and ensoulment and psychology and MORE. All three of us are mega fans of Susie and Mel, and we were so grateful to pick their ample brains over this hour. We hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did! For more on Susie and Mel’s podcast...

The Signs: TAURUS (with URSULA DUFFY)

April 20, 2021 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Happy Taurus season! In this episode, we explore the sign Taurus with our resident Taurus rising friend, Ursula Duffy. Ursula is an astrologer, aromatherapist, and medium. Together, we talk sensuality and sexuality; we talk natural healing;  we talk scents and food and beer. And of course, we talk astro weather, and the upcoming lunations. We are so grateful for all of your listens, your shares, your likes, your reviews. Keep them coming! For more on Ursula Duffy: https://www.ursaalchemy....

The Jupiter Method (with Reema Ghannoum)

April 15, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode, we meet with Reema Ghannoum, the founder of the Jupiter Method of interior design.  TheJupiter method involves arranging and adorning your living space to facilitate better flow and harmony. Reema draws inspiration from the birth charts (and astrocartography lines!) of her clients, and applies these details to wider principles of Feng Shui. Check out Reema’s Instagram @reemafromjupiter or check out her website https://bestcase.life/ For more on Jasmine, Eliza and Kestrel:...

Juno

April 04, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Next up in our Goddess series: the asteroid, Juno. In this episode, we explore the myth and astrological archetype that surrounds the "Sacred Consort" (who was a badass deity in her own right before defined as the wife of Jupiter / Zeus.) Themes include: connection, commitment, partnership, collaboration, attachment and MORE. For more on Jasmine, Eliza and Kestrel, or to book a reading, head to http://www.kosmictonic.com For more information: Asteroid Goddesses by Demetra George Astrolo...

The Signs: ARIES (with ANYA KAATS)

March 15, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

In this episode, we discuss the cardinal fire sign of Aries with one of our fave Aries risings: Anya Kaats.  Some questions we ponder: how do Aries folk experience fear?  How does Mars leave its imprint? What's the difference between being self-sustaining, or self-sovereign, and selfish?  We also touch on the coming lunations, including the Libra full moon (opposite the Sun conjunct Venus and Chiron -- this one feels... tender. If also fiery and sharp-edged.)  Anya hosts two podcasts: The...

On Centaurs with DAVID LESKOWITZ

March 08, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

In this episode, we walk alongside those sky beings known as the Centaurs. David Leskowitz offers centauric healing and attunement sessions, which introduce participants to the energy of four healing centaurs through sound, visualization and active imagination techniques.  We discuss how Chariklo informed the year-if-not-decade-defining stellium in Capricorn last January, as well as how these asteroids can show up in your birth chart. We explore the question of healing, of "wounds", and ...

Magic + Stars with AMAYA ROURKE

March 01, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

We are thrilled to release this conversation on the FIXED STARS with the magical, inimitable Amaya Rourke. In this episode, we discuss how to incorporate the fixed stars into your astrological and magical praxes. On a foundational level, the fixed stars will stretch your focus from that narrow band of the ecliptic (our Zodiac) to 360 degrees of night sky. It’s a stepping into three dimensions - and the concepts may be hard to grok at first (disclaimer!), but immensely powerful. Amaya is ...

Magic + Stars with AMAYA ROURKE

March 01, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

We are thrilled to release this conversation on the FIXED STARS with the magical, inimitable Amaya Rourke. In this episode, we discuss how to incorporate the fixed stars into your astrological and magical praxes. On a foundational level, the fixed stars will stretch your focus from that narrow band of the ecliptic (our Zodiac) to 360 degrees of night sky. It’s a stepping into three dimensions - and the concepts may be hard to grok at first (disclaimer!), but immensely powerful. Amaya is ...

The Signs: PISCES

February 23, 2021 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

While no sign is our favourite, we do have a soft spot for the Fish. Both Kestrel and Jasmine have Pisces moons, and we often discuss that axis between Virgo (mastery, discernment, control) and Pisces (trust, release, merging.) It's one of our faves. In this episode, we explore some of the qualities of Pisces as a sign, as well as the upcoming lunations. (We’re at the halfway point between eclipses!) Please do share this episode with friends and leave us some stars. We’re grateful for you b...

MERCURY'S BROOD with djenneba drammeh

February 17, 2021 01:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

In this episode, we speak to djenneba drammeh about Mercury's Brood, a black queer-led  anthology featuring emerging, established, and marginalized voices in astrology (to quote directly from their Kickstarter campaign.) djenneba is a writer and second-generation astrologer, currently wending down the path of Hellenistic Astrology. In their words, Mercury's Brood is a time capsule, "documenting astro thought as it develops and thoughtfully considers today." Mercury's Brood reached their K...

Ceres (on parenting, the underworld and grief)

January 31, 2021 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

In this episode, we turn to the dwarf planet, Ceres. Discovered over a century before Pluto, Ceres has received considerably less air time. Jasmine, Kestrel and Eliza explore the astronomy, myth and astrological archetype that surrounds Ceres, that great mother on the threshold. Themes include: parenting, death, grief and loss, eating disorders, as well as her role in the astrology of 2020. For more on Jasmine and Eliza, or to book a reading, head to http://www.kosmictonic.com For more on...

The Signs: AQUARIUS

January 18, 2021 02:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

We're back with our series on the signs of the zodiac. This episode contemplates the fixed air of Aquarius - maybe the stubbornest sign of the zodiac to encounter in an intellectual debate, but their ability to dismantle and solve problems (often system-level problems) is something to behold. In this episode we talk about reason, the mind (as well as those shadow air themes: disembodiment, detachment.) We talk about the Water Bearer and the Star card (affiliated with Aquarius in Western oc...

Children's Tarot with JUANITA BENEDICTO

January 10, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

In this episode, we speak to Juanita Benedicto, co-creator of the Faunabelle tarot deck for children. Juanita has lived many lives, all of them rich (and frankly awe-inspiring.) Today, you can find Juanita in San Miguel de Allende, where she practices astrology and planetary magic. In this episode we talk magic and talismans; we talk compassion; we talk animals (and "animal ambassadors"); and importantly: we talk tarot and tarot for young ones. At time of posting, there's still a week left...

Astrology of a Witch (Part 2) with AMY TOROK

January 04, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

Welcome to Season 2 of the Kosmic Tonic podcast. We're kicking off the year with Part 2 of our series on the astrology of a witch. In this episode, Amy Torok of the Missing Witches podcast joins us to discuss the astrology of Monica Sjöö, Swedish painter, writer, eco-feminist and instigator of the 1970s goddess movement (albeit from a critical, non-saccharine lens.) Is there a witch you'd like us to explore in our next instalment of this series? Get in touch via Instagram (@kosmictonic) or...

The Signs: CAPRICORN

December 21, 2020 02:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

In this episode, we discuss the sign of that mystical sea goat -- Capricorn, of mountains and Saturn. We talk about Solstice, the great conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter, as well as the upcoming lunations... including the first full moon in Cancer without a sign-based opposition to Saturn in three years! Hallelujah ! We also answer a question from a listener on the nature of astrology post-Copernican revolution. We so love to hear your questions: send them at us via DM (@kosmictonic) or ...

Secondary Progressions with KELLY SURTEES

December 14, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

In this episode, we discuss the astrological timing technique Secondary Progressions with one of today's leading experts in the practice: Kelly Surtees. Secondary Progressions use a form of symbolic time that exchanges a day for a year ...  By looking at the transits when a baby was 24 days old, for instance, we might peek into life-themes when the baby is 24 years old. When we apply this technique as astrologers, the results are astounding. Learn more about this technique, as well as ho...

Planetary Remediation with DEBRA STAPLETON

December 05, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

Every chart has its wet blankets. The question is: what do you do with them? Enter planetary remediation,  a practice that boosts or appeases the ailing planets (or otherwise challenging placements) in your natal chart. In this episode, we speak to astrologer, herbalist and artist, Debbie Stapleton, on that magic we know as remediation. For more on on Debbie: https://www.modern-mystic.com/ For more on Jasmine and Eliza, or to book a reading, head to http://www.kosmictonic.com. For mor...