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In this deep-dive episode of As Above, So Within , we explore the Moon as your emotional compass: the part of the birth chart that speaks to your inner child, your need for safety and belonging, your instinctive reactions, and the ways you seek comfort when life feels overwhelming. We talk about what the Moon represents in astrology and why your Moon placement often describes the parts of you that...

Cancer Season 2026 is here, and with it comes a shift into feeling, nurturing, intuition, and emotional connection. In this episode of As Above, So Within: Conversations Under the Stars , Jody and Mari explore the energy of Cancer season through the lens of astrology, self-awareness, and everyday life. Together, they break down the themes of Cancer season, including home, family, emotional securit...

In this deep-dive episode of As Above, So Within , we explore Mercury through the lens of mythology, psychology, and evolutionary astrology. Together, we'll uncover the fascinating story of Mercury as the Messenger, the Trickster, and the Translator Between Worlds, and discover why this archetype is one of the most important keys to understanding yourself. Most people know Mercury as the plan...

This week, we’re celebrating ONE YEAR of As Above, So Within 🎉✨ In this special anniversary episode, we’re reflecting on the past year of podcasting, sharing some behind-the-scenes moments, laughing our way through a fun astrology-themed “Would You Rather” game, and looking ahead by reading the Solar Return chart for the podcast itself to explore the energy of the year to come. We also wanted to...

Gemini Season 2026 is here, and with it comes a shift into movement, curiosity, conversation, and possibility. In this episode of As Above So Below: Conversations Under the Stars, Jody and Mari explore the energy of Gemini season through the lens of astrology, self awareness, and everyday life. Together, they break down the themes of Gemini season, including communication, learning, connection, mi...

Often reduced to “love and relationships,” Venus actually governs so much more… including your self-worth, your values, your relationship to money, your sense of beauty, and your ability to receive what life has to offer. We explore Venus as an archetype through the myth of Aphrodite, and unpack how this energy lives within your chart as your inner compass for what feels good, meaningful, and alig...

In this Taurus season episode, we talk about what happens when the Sun moves into Taurus and how this grounded, steady energy can help you slow down, reconnect with what matters, and build something lasting. We explore the overall themes of Taurus season, what to expect over the next few weeks, and some of the other important transits happening during this time. We also walk you through all 12 hou...

Pluto is small, but mighty. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the most transformative force in astrology, the planet that asks us to face what’s hidden, release what no longer serves, and step into our true power. We begin by stepping into Pluto’s world through a powerful opening transmission, a “letter from Pluto” inviting you to feel this archetype before we break it down. From there, we...

In this episode Jody and Mari explore the powerful shift of the Spring Equinox and the beginning of Aries season, often called the true astrological new year. Together they discuss the energy of renewal, courage, and forward movement that comes as we transition from the reflective winter months into a season of action and emergence. They share insights on the strong concentration of fire energy in...

In this episode of As Above, So Within , we take a deep dive into one of astrology’s most electric and misunderstood planets: Uranus. Uranus is the awakener. The disruptor. The liberator.  It’s the lightning bolt that cracks open the sky when life has grown too small for who we’re becoming. It brings sudden insight, radical change, and the courage to break free from outdated identities, systems, a...

In this episode, Jody and Mari take a deep dive into Neptune, one of the most mystical and often misunderstood planets in astrology. After spending about 14 years in Pisces, Neptune is now shifting into Aries. This change brings a powerful shift in how we dream, heal, create, and reconnect with who we are. We explore what Neptune represents including intuition, imagination, spirituality, compassio...

In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful tools for understanding emotional growth and life timing in astrology: the progressed chart, with a special focus on the progressed Moon. Progressions reveal how we evolve internally over time. While transits describe what’s happening around us, the progressed chart shows what’s changing within us emotionally, psychologically, and at the soul le...

Ever look back on a year of your life and realize it had a very specific theme? A year centered on relationships. Or work and health. Or deep inner change. That is not random. It is timing. In this episode of As Above, So Within: Conversations Under the Stars , we explore one of astrology’s most powerful and clarifying timing techniques: Annual Profections . This traditional method reveals the mai...

In this episode, we explore what a Saturn Return actually is, when it happens, and why it often coincides with major life shifts and moments of reckoning. We reframe Saturn’s “heaviness” as the weight of incarnation itself, looking at Saturn as the force that brings spirit into form and makes wisdom lived rather than imagined. We discuss Saturn Returns as ancient rites of passage—moving through th...

What if your birthday wasn’t just a celebration but a cosmic reset? In this episode, we’re diving into the Solar Return Chart, a powerful astrology tool that reveals the themes, lessons, and opportunities unfolding in your personal year ahead from one birthday to the next. You’ll learn  What a Solar Return Chart is and how it’s calculated  Does your birthday location matter?  How to understand you...

Have you ever noticed that the same months feel harder… lighter… busier… or more emotional every single year? It’s not random and it’s not “just the season.” In this episode, we explore how tracking the Sun through your personal birth chart can help you understand your energy, focus, emotional patterns, and life themes throughout the year. As the Sun moves through the zodiac, it also moves through...

In this fun episode, Mari and Jody walk listeners through an example natal chart reading using Miley Cyrus’s astrology as their guide. This episode shows how to interpret a chart step by step, highlighting what stands out, what it reveals about someone’s personality, and how the elements and placements shape the story of a life. Together, they explore Miley’s Sagittarius Sun, Scorpio Moon, and Tau...

In this fun episode, Mari and Jody explore the Astrology of Pets. Because who says the stars only guide humans?  Together, they look at how your pet’s birth chart might explain their unique personality, quirks, and emotional needs — and what your own chart can reveal about the type of animals you attract and bond with most deeply. From fiery pups who demand adventure to watery cats who sense your...

What if every zodiac sign had its own theme song? In this episode, we explore the emotional essence and energy of each sign through music — from fiery anthems that scream Aries to dreamy ballads that whisper Pisces. 🌟 Join Jody and Mari as they share the songs that best capture each sign’s personality, lessons, and vibe — and discover how music connects us to our cosmic selves in unexpected ways....

In Part 2 of our transit series, we zoom out and explore the social and outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto) and how their slow, powerful movements shape major life cycles, soul growth, and important shifts in our lives. While the personal planets influence your daily mood and momentum, these transits mark your deeper initiations . We explore how to work with the longer rhyt...

In this episode, we kick off our series on transits by diving into the personal planets the ones that move quickly and shape your everyday moods, thoughts, and interactions. From the fiery drive of Mars to the shifting light of the Moon, these planets set the tone for your daily “cosmic weather.” We’ll explore what it means when the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars move through your chart, how...

In this episode, we explore the energetic building blocks of your birth chart: the elements and modalities . We break down the four classical elements ( Fire, Earth, Air, and Water) and how they shape the way you express energy, relate to others, and experience the world. Then we dive into the three modalities ( Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable) to understand how each sign initiates, sustains, or adap...

In this episode, we explore the wisdom of the Moon through two powerful lenses: the 8 phases of the lunar cycle, and what it means to be born under each of those phases. 🌙 We cover: The energetic themes of all 8 Moon phases, from New to Balsamic High road and low road expressions of each phase — and how to work with them Practical tips for aligning your intentions, actions, and rest with the Moon...

In this episode, Mari shares her personal approach to astrology, rooted in the soul-centered lens of Evolutionary Astrology. Join us as we dive into the powerful narrative held in the North and South Nodes—what they reveal about your past conditioning, karmic imprints, and soul purpose.  We cover: What is Evolutionary Astrology? Why the Nodes of the Moon are central to your soul’s story How Mari u...

Essential oils are more than just plant extracts—they’re energetic allies that can help you connect more deeply with your astrology chart. In this episode of As Above, So Within , we explore how to work with essential oils to support your energy through the Moon phases , align with the four elements , and enhance the gifts of each zodiac sign . From grounding during a Waning Moon to diffusing Pepp...