The Stars Made Me Do It

Do you feel the autumn winds of deep transformation sweeping in? Scorpio season has ARRIVED. Ruled by both Pluto and Mars, Scorpio is anything but subtle. Known for its intense, mysterious, and transformative energy, Scorpio season invites us to dig deeper, uncover hidden truths, and explore the taboo. Scorpio placements aren't afraid to ask the big questions and get to the bottom of whatever...

Grab your brooms, witches! It’s time to astro-analyze Practical Magic! Ciera and Tara are dressed in full witchy regalia as they dive into the astrology of the iconic witchy movie starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. Do you agree that Sally is more of the earth/water sister and Gillian is more of the fire/air sister? What placements do you think are bringing the fire behind Aunt Franny? Tune...

Welcome to Aspects Class, school is in session! If you are in need of a basic vocabulary lesson when it comes to astrology aspects, you have come to the right episode. Tara is our student, Ciera is our teacher, and the five main aspects (conjunct, sextile, square, trine, opposition) are dissected and explained. Experts can join for a refresh, and newbies/intermediate astrology learners can make se...

Welcome to the long awaited, much anticipated, Gilmore Girls analysis! Ciera is joined by Morgan to discuss one of the most re-watched series that feels like a perfect, cozy fall day. A potential first of many, this episode goes over the three Gilmore Girls: Rory, Lorelai, and Emily. Do these three Gilmore generations share any astrological placements? Tune in and let us know your thoughts!

Happy Libra season! Coming to you from our very own triple-Libra cohost, this episode is a refresh on all things Libra. It might be effortless to see all side of a situation as a Libra placement, but it also means needing a strong sense of self in order to make those impossible decisions. Libra exude beauty and harmony in so many ways- come join our Libra discussion and celebrate the first sign of...

Join Ciera and Tara for the inspiration behind the show's series The Stars Made Me Ponder....Cryptids! Discussing Bigfoot, the Lochness Monster, and more, this episode is a fun mix of pondering and astrology analysis. Do you also think fire sign energies are a little too conspicuous for crypids and mystical creatures? Tune in and let us know!

Welcome to a new series of TSMMDI....the stars made me READ it! This episode is not only an introduction to this new series, but also an introduction to a new, recurring co-host, Morgan! Tune in to find out what the stars have in play for upcoming book-themed astrology episodes, as well as one of the most classic astrology moments Ciera and Morgan experienced in real-time.

Ciera and Tara are back for Lord of the Rings part two! The Hobbits were discussed in part one, and in this episode the rest of the Fellowship gets astrologically analyzed. Why is Aragorn so perfect?....and difficult to figure out his placements? Tune in for a continuation of our LOTR love letter.

Smells like organization and stability...oh! It's Virgo season! Tune in as Ciera and Tara go over all you need to know, and all the things we love, about Virgos. Whether you are a Virgo sun, or have other Virgo placements, this episode brings a refresh and reminder of all things Virgo. Happy Virgo season!

Join Ciera and Tara ponder some locations in life that just feel a little extra special. Sometimes we happen upon a certain spot in our travels, or in our everyday lives, that makes us pause and reflect as to why it feels a little extra-ordinary. From Egypt to Connecticut, join in the pondering about why some locations are just so magnetic that you might just need to uproot your life and move ther...

They're taking the Hobbits to Isengard! But what signs are the Hobbits?? Join Ciera and Tara in part one of the LOTR Fellowship analysis. Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin are an iconic bunch, with some having more chaotic (Gemini?) energy than others. This isn't just an analysis, it's a love letter to The Lord of the Rings.

Let's chat FUNdamentals. Whether you're a newbie astro-dabbler or a seasoned astrology consumer, this elemental episode is a great foundation for all listeners. Ciera and Tara discuss each of the 4 elements, their challenges, what they are motivated by, and more! Beyond earth, air, fire, and water, if you are a mom listening to this episode you'll definitely want to tune into our cosmic signoff.

Ciera and Tara ponder past lives in this first installment of the stars made me ponder. Have you had a feeling that you’ve known someone before? Or has a place ever held an extra feeling of deja vu? If you’re curious about where to find past life indicators in your birth chart, or just curious about these types of probable yet unexplained mysteries, tune in and ponder along with us…

WELCOME to The Stars Made Me Do It! There has been a rebirth and we are so excited to welcome you (or welcome you back) to partake in the magic and chat about the stars…and more! If you are curious as to what TSMMDI has in store for this rebirth, and want to get to know your recurring hosts a bit, then this is the episode for you. Also check out our new and exciting Cosmic Signoffs where listeners...

Mimí and Ciera bring another instalment of the houses series, this episode's main character being Venus! While Venus is all about love, relationships, creativity, and finances, the houses in our chart show us WHERE that Venusian energy expresses itself. If you'd like extra insights as to what areas of life love might show up for you, or deeper understanding as to how you like to give and r...

This week in history was truly one for the books, and Ciera and Mimí give the astro deep dive into two historical events: the murder of Mexican-American pop-star Selena, and the monumental (literally) completion of the Eiffel Tower. This fascinating episode explores how our personal charts interact with the current astrological transits, as well as gives fascinating insights into Selena's too-shor...

What happens when you mix the sign of intensity with the planet of excess? Ciera and Mimí are here to tell you ALL about it in this Jupiter in Aries episode! When Jupiter is in Aries, either in a natal chart or in the current transits, we are encouraged to choose ourselves. Luck and abundance find Aries Jupiter natives when they embrace that warrior spirit and lead with passion. With our most movi...

Don't be ridiculous....EVERYBODY wants this astrology analysis. Regardless of your style or sense of fashion, everyone is welcome here as Mimí and Ciera discuss the iconic Devil Wears Prada. With a star cast to analyze, and using a problematic male sliding scale, this stylistic classic has much to dissect, from stars to stilettos. Join us as we prepare for the second Devil Wears Prada release....

In this week’s episode, we’re tackling the dynamic between Mars and Saturn —one of astrology’s most frustrating and ultimately rewarding pairings. We break down how these two planets interact through transits, in the natal chart, and in synastry, exploring the push-pull between Mars’ impulsive drive and Saturn’s patience, discipline, and long-term vision. We also share personal insight from our ow...

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the mysterious world of Neptune—the most elusive, dreamy, and hard-to-define planet in astrology. We explore what Neptune represents in the natal chart, why its energy can feel both magical and confusing, and how it connects us to intuition, spirituality, escapism, and the collective unconscious. Ciera also breaks down the fascinating differences between t...

When it comes to dreams, there is no more potent placement than Jupiter in Pisces! Being in one of its ruling signs, Pisces Jupiter knows no limits when it comes to miracles and potential. While this placement could have a tendency to drift into isolation, often to find its most lucky potential, it is also a placement that finds its social circles in every living creature. Not only discussing how...

In this week’s ramble episode, we’re truly covering all the ground—from silly, Valentine’s-themed fun to some very real Saturn wisdom. We chat about the Valentine’s gifts each zodiac sign would actually want, what the Year of the Fire Horse means for all of us, and absolutely lose it over a few chaotic sign pairings (including why Pisces cannot be trusted with straight lines and must be assigned t...

In our latest episode, we’re following Mercury through the 12 houses and breaking down how this placement shapes the way you think, learn, and communicate. We talk about how your natal Mercury influences your perception of reality, the kind of information you’re drawn to, and the areas of life where your voice comes through the loudest and clearest. Whether you’re a big-picture thinker or a detail...

This week, we’re cracking open Uranus —astrology’s first outer planet and ultimate agent of chaos (in the best and worst ways). We talk about what makes an outer planet different from the personal and social ones, why Uranus tends to show up as collective unrest before personal breakthroughs, and how its energy plays out in both natal charts and real-time transits. Along the way, we dip into Uranu...

This week, we’re kicking off a brand-new series called Astro History , where we look back at major historical events that happened during the same week as our release date—through an astrological lens. In our first episode, we explore Abraham Lincoln’s order to move forward in the Civil War and the tragic Apollo 1 mission fires, examining the charts of the key figures involved as well as the trans...