Emily and Her Stars Podcast

Season Four Back To School Series Episode 2 - Science Class The Neuroscience of Mediumship Today, we’re continuing our "Back to School" Series with a visit to Science class and the Neuroscience of Mediumship! In this special episode, we dive deep into the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and spirituality with Kaylee, a neuroscience student from Barnard University. Introduced to me by her a...

In this blog post, I explore the energetic and emotional landscape of October 2024 during Libra season. Through a mix of astrological insights and introspective reflections, this quick episode guides you in navigating the challenges and opportunities brought by eclipses, super moons, and the powerful influence of Pluto. Full of poetic metaphors and heartfelt advice, the narrative encourages listen...

Season Four Back To School Series Episode 1 - Government Social Economics Today, we’re starting our Fall Back to School Series with a little episode I call “The State of the Stars”. Think American Government and Social Economics meets Astrology. From government economics to cosmic alignments, we delve into what the future might hold and how astrology can provide unique insights into political even...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way! Libra Season 2024: Finding Balance, Embracing Change & Tapping into Cosmic Harmony In this episode of Things That Make You Go Woo, Emily and Andrea take you on a cosmic journey through the astrological and tarot insights for Libra season 2024. As we transition from th...

In this episode, we delve into the history of the Ouija board, from its humble beginnings as a parlor game to its evolution into a tool for contacting spirits. Learn about the entrepreneurs behind the board, the rise of spiritualism, and how Ouija became synonymous with the occult. We also explore the darker side of its reputation, fueled by Hollywood and pop culture. But is the Ouija board really...

In this episode, we explore the history and superstitions behind Friday the 13th. From the Code of Hammurabi to Norse mythology and religious lore, we delve into the origins of the fear surrounding the number 13 and its connection to Friday. Through a historical lens, we examine how this infamous day became synonymous with bad luck. But is there more to the story? We also explore the positive aspe...

In this listener-favorite episode, we take a deep dive into the magical history of witchy fashion. From the Wicked Witch of the West to today’s empowered Instagram witches, we explore how the image of witches has transformed through the centuries. We discuss the cultural stereotypes that shaped these visuals—from the hunched crone to the sultry sorceress—and how fashion has played a role in defini...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way! In this episode, Andrea and Emily explore the shift from the bold and creative energy of Leo season into the grounded, practical vibes of Virgo. They discuss the importance of emotional processing, communication, and daily routines as we navigate Mercury retrograde and ot...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way!   In this episode, Emily and Andrea discuss the energy shift from Cancer to Leo season, reflecting on the surprising and transformative experiences they've encountered. Cancer season has delivered with the tangible changes predicted, and the fire and water energy coming w...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way! In this episode: Emily and Andrea delve into the whirlwind of Gemini season and the transition into Cancer season. They reflect on the rapid pace and significant changes of the past month while highlighting the importance of taking time to nurture and create pockets of se...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way! In this episode: If you listened to our previous episode "Gaining Light" then you'll know we covered the very busy astrology + tarot for the first half of 2024. Today's new episode is just in time to guide you through the second half of the year. In this deeply insightful...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies so you can embrace them in your own way! In this episode: After a healing Taurus season we're ready to quicken the pace just a bit! Get ready because Gemini seasons comes in like a fresh breeze that brings excitement, curiosity, and a desire to explore new ideas and experiences. Andrea provides a tarot reading f...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to examine the energies so that you can embrace them in your own way! Taurus season 2024 is finally here and with it a chance to heal through creativity, nature and no eclipses! With daylight increasing, Taurus holds the middle of Spring and encourages us to find ways to sustain our own energy by surrounding ourselves with peace, beauty...

Astrology and Tarot from two grounded Earth signs! We're here to show you the energies and so that you can embrace them in your own way! Aries season 2024 will feel more like Pisces season. From the introspection that we're gonna take with Mercury in retrograde with to the eclipses bringing hidden things to light. This Aries season will pull something we've hidden from ourselves so that we can see...

Pisces season is here and with it comes a calling inward. This may feel like a resistance to things moving as you want, but with the impactful eclipse season just around the corner, you're going to want to be crystal clear on your goals. The Universe is calling in the big guns come Aries season so use this time wisely and don't push things to focus before they're ready. In this episode: Pisces sea...

Aquarius will bring the powerful winds of change! It will be impossible not to overthink “Am I overthinking?” Maybe it’s time to embrace some technology to help your mind, like a task tracker or meditation app to help clear out the mental clutter.  The Lunar New Year will welcome the Wood Dragon, urging us to embrace our originality and depart from the hum-drum that we’ve possibly settled for. The...

For 2024, Emily and Andrea decided to break the year into two halves for our annual forecast. There is a lot of intense energy including the first eclipse season in the first 6 months of the year as we move from solstice to solstice and the days get longer. As a gift to you, we are saving the second half for later so this episode could be under two hours! We recap the latter part of 2023 and provi...

What does Mercury Retrograde plus Chiron Retrograde plus a Full Moon in Cancer equate to? Capricorn season 2023-2024! The regal sea-goat is here to usher in 2024 despite the energies pulling us inward and our friend the "wounded healer" reminding us of all the things that are still left undone. While the negative inner monologue might be grinding away at you, you're friends and family are dying to...

Get ready for a cosmic roller-coaster in December! Mercury's inspiration station kicks off a career-focused finale, while Venus and Pluto urge you to face truths and step into transformation. With Venus in Scorpio, there promises to be an intimate holiday season, especially for Scorpios. As Neptune ends its retrograde you may feel a sudden burst of clarity after the 6th. Genius downloads and spark...

Eclipse season have you walking through quick sand? The energy of the full moon lunar eclipse on Saturday, October 28 is building, and the intensity will be increased with other transits. Andrea and Emily are here to break down the tarot and astrology of Scorpio season. This the most "Sagittarius" feeling Scorpio seasons we've seen and the energy of the stars is here to encourage you that you've w...

Today, we're embarking on a fascinating journey through time to explore the history of the Ouija board. This enigmatic and sometimes eerie tool has captured the imagination of many, and today we’re going to uncover its secrets. From automatic writing tools in China, seances in Paris, coffin makers in Baltimore to a medium who helped finalize the patent. Still, the most interesting thing about the...

In this episode Emily interviews Mary Beth Thomsen of Soul Shines Coaching. Mary Beth is a certified spiritual and intuitive life coach who helps people define and align their goals and dreams. No small feat! As a Master Color Energy Coach, a Medium and Intuitive she seamlessly blends her knowledge of marketing, writing and more. A powerhouse of talent. Emily and Mary Beth share a deep love of Bos...

How about those cards, Andrea! We've got major Arcana coming in with this month's energy and honestly, it feels good! Are there bumps, of course. But we've been doing the internal work since Summer Solstice and now things are finally moving again. The trick is to remember all the things you've uncovered during this internal deep dive. What truly matters to you and what lights you up? If you need t...

I don’t know what boys did at slumber parties, but if you were a girl in the 80’s and 90’s chances are you spent the entire night trying to contact dead people! I’m not kidding! We would literally try to talk to spirits all night, traumatize ourselves and then get up early and go to girl scouts like nothing happened. We’re talking Full Seances! We’d dare one another to go into a dark bathroom and...

In this episode Emily interviews Sara McCormick of Bella De Luna and Soul Care Astrology and shares two of her poems from her recent book "Conversations with the Moon". Astrology can give us a safe place, that maybe we didn't have in childhood. A container for us to be able to dive into ourselves & recognize that our feelings are valid. It gives us a permission slip to feel our feelings in wor...