Astrology University Podcast

We’ve been talking about the rare Saturn-Neptune conjunction for months—and in this episode, I explore it from a fresh angle: how this transit is showing up in your mental space, your relationship with your inner critic, and the path toward deeper spiritual clarity.

You’ll also hear:

• What the Saturn-Neptune dynamic can teach us about mental health, shame, and compassion
  
  
• Why Thunderbolts, the new...

In this illuminating conversation, astrologer Mark Jones joins host Tony Howard to explore the profound philosophical contributions of Dane Rudhyar to modern astrology. They discuss how Rudhyar's humanistic approach transformed predictive astrology into a tool for self-actualization and spiritual growth.

Mark explains how Rudhyar, influenced by 20th century psychology and his background as a classical composer, deve...

In this month's forecast, Tony Howard explores the momentous shift as Saturn moves into Aries and approaches its conjunction with Neptune – the big astrological news of 2025.

Discover how Ryan Holiday's recent experience with censorship at the U.S. Naval Academy perfectly exemplifies a constructive response to a Saturn transit, embodying the Stoic wisdom that "the obstacle is the way." This real-world example shows ...

Neptune enters Aries for the first time since the 1860s in this April astrology forecast, marking the end of "Peak Unicorn" and ushering in a major collective vibe shift.

In this month's astrology forecast, I break down:
- Neptune's historic shift into Aries and what it means for our collective energy
- Saturn approaching Neptune (within 3 degrees) and how it helps us see through illusions
- The complex Mar...

Venus Retrograde 2025 (March 1-April 12) moves between Aries and Pisces, inviting us to reassess our relationships, values, and expressions of love. In this episode, I explore the deeper meaning of this significant astrological transit.

Discover:

• Key dates and shadow periods (January 28-May 16)
• Venus's transformation from evening star to morning star
• Practical tools for reassessing your personal values
• T...

In this March 2025 astrology forecast, discover how major cosmic shifts will influence your month ahead. Venus stations retrograde in Aries on March 1st (lasting through April 12th), while Mercury joins the retrograde journey on March 15th, creating a double retrograde period that invites deep reflection.

The month's headline news: Neptune enters Aries on March 30th, marking a historic shift in our collective consci...

Join Tony Howard for an in-depth exploration of February 2025's powerful astrological alignments. Mars stations direct while out of bounds in Cancer, creating unprecedented potential for breakthrough actions and achievements. Learn how to harness this Olympic-level Mars energy in your own life!

Key astrological events covered:

🌟 Mars direct station at 17° Cancer (Feb 23)
🌟 Jupiter direct in Gemini
🌟 ...

🌟 On January 31 and February 1st, 2025, we'll witness an extraordinary triple conjunction between the Moon, Venus, and Neptune in Pisces - a  powerful celestial event that will only happen once more in our lifetime (on March 28, 2025). In this video, we explore the profound spiritual significance of this alignment and share practical ways to work with this powerful energy.

Learn about:

* Why this triple conj...

Discover why January 2025's astrology might be asking you to pause before diving into those New Year's resolutions! 🌟

Find out the best dates for creativity, and the AMAZINGLY rare opportunity for tapping into compassion and loving kindness (hint: block January 31 and especially February 1 on your calendar for this triple conjunction). 

In this forecast, we explore:
- Mars Retrograde + Out of Bounds: A ra...

Mars retrograde 2025 brings a rare and powerful transit as Mars goes both retrograde AND out of bounds! Join us to discover how this game-changing astrological event affects your energy, motivation, and personal power from December 2024 through April 2025.

🔮 In this video, we explore:
- The unique combination of Mars retrograde and out-of-bounds Mars
- How Mars retrograde affects your energy and drive
- Th...

🌟 December 2024 Astrology Forecast: Rest and Turn Inward for Meaning and Motivation 🌟

If you're feeling tired or hitting roadblocks as you try to move ahead, how about taking a break? This could be a great month to rest and recoup so that you can regroup. Mercury is going direct, but Mars is turning retrograde, while Jupiter remains retrograde through February.

Tune in for some practical tips about Jupiter...

🌟 November 2024 Astrology Forecast: Out of Bounds Magic & Pluto's Big Move 🌟

Wondering why November 2024 could be your most creative month yet? With three planets—Mercury, Venus, and the Moon—going out of bounds, this month is packed with inventive potential and powerful cosmic shifts!

✨ Creative Gold: Mercury & Venus out of bounds (Nov 7-26) create a "golden writer's window" for artistic breakthrou...

Learn the 4 key techniques to deciphering career, vocation or mission using the birth chart. Mission and life purpose don't always align with career, but sometimes they do! You can use astrology to gain insight about your life purpose and the career paths that will best reflect your values.

Tony Howard shows you the 4 main techniques and the important features to interpret. Then he shows you an example applying all...

Astrology major events and highlights for October 2024. 

Learn about the newly formed and extremely rare "talent triangle" aspect pattern among all 3 outer planets! The talent triangle is made up of 3 or more planets that form two sextiles and a trine together. Hear some tips for working with the cradle aspects formed this month between Venus and Mars along with the outer planets. Get some guidance for participating...

Get tips for making the most of the September 2024 astrology. Tony shares guidance for working with Mars in Cancer and the need to cultivate emotional intelligence as our emotions fuel our actions. 

You'll hear suggestions for Mars square Neptune and Mars out of bounds too, since Mars will be out of bounds from September 7 to 18. 

Find out when the grand trines happen this month so that you can tap into the f...

Tony breaks down Mars in aspect to Saturn. Get some tips for working with Mars-Saturn aspects in natal charts and by transit. 

Learn why tenacity is such an important resource to grow for those of you with Mars in aspect to Saturn. These tips will help if you have Mars square Saturn, Mars opposite Saturn or Mars conjunct Saturn. 

In August 2024, we have a t-square between Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and Venus. Mars...

Tony Howard provides insights on navigating astrological aspects in August 2024, including Mercury Retrograde, Jupiter square Saturn, and two prominent t-squares. 

Tony emphasizes the importance of slowing down and reflection during the first half of the Mercury retrograde cycle, and setting realistic limits to balance the energies of Jupiter and Saturn. 

You'll hear some positive intentions for Jupiter in Ge...

Astrology forecast for July 2024 with the best dates for important actions. Hear about Jupiter in Gemini, the Moon out of bounds, Mars in Taurus, Mercury in Leo, and a water grand trine inside a kite aspect pattern! 

You'll hear some tips for Mars in Taurus and taking concerted action while also honoring the potential for rest. And how to maximize communication opportunities under Mercury in Leo.  

Learn how ...

Astrology forecast for June 2024 with the best dates for important actions. Hear about Jupiter in Gemini, the big lineup of out of bounds planets: Moon, Mercury and Venus, and Mars square Pluto.

Tune in for some tips for Mars square Pluto and tuning into your instincts, as well as the head-heart split that sometimes gets us into trouble with Mercury out of bounds. 

You'll also hear tips for how to bring Mercu...