Stars Like Us: Astrology with Aliza Kelly

***Content Warning: Discussion of hypothetical death scenarios*** Aliza Kelly connects with Steven Forrest (Capricorn Sun, Aries Moon, Scorpio Rising), renowned evolutionary astrologer, author of The Inner Sky , and founder of the Forrest Center for Evolutionary Astrology . In this episode, Aliza and Steven discuss Steven’s evolutionary astrology practice, the purpose of a birth chart, and the Nor...

Aliza Kelly connects with Charlotte Nguyen (Aries Sun, Pisces Moon, Virgo Rising), founder of Get Free!, a coaching practice and community where she helps people of color heal from oppression and create truly liberated lives. In this episode, Aliza and Charlotte discuss leadership, healing, Pisces Moons, and Charlotte’s incredible color-coded calendar. Charlotte tells Aliza about her call to serve...

Aliza Kelly connects with Mary Pryor (Pisces Sun), digital innovations expert, Chief Marketing Officer for Tonic CBD and Tricolla Farms , and co-founder of Cannaclusive , a collective focused on inclusive marketing and business advocacy in the cannabis industry. In this episode, Mary and Aliza discuss the sign of Pisces, the power of plant medicine, and discrimination in the tech world. Mary tells...

Aliza Kelly connects with Bri Hall (Gemini Sun, Scorpio Moon, Sagittarius Rising), singer, songwriter, YouTuber, lifestyle blogger, and beauty expert—a true Gemini spirit! In this episode, Aliza and Bri unpack the stigma surrounding Gemini Suns, discuss duality, and bond over the desire to understand how people think. They explore Eclipse Season and manifestation, the importance of shifting your p...

Aliza Kelly connects with Eli Erlick (Cancer Sun, Sagittarius Moon, Sagittarius Rising), a queer and trans writer, activist, and public speaker. Eli is the co-founder of Trans Student Educational Resources , one of the largest transgender organizations, and has been named “the new face of feminism” by Vogue. In this episode, Eli tells Aliza about her experience as a trans kid, and the discriminati...

Aliza Kelly connects with Ricky Williams (Gemini Sun, Cancer Moon, Virgo Rising), a former NFL player turned astrologer, and the founder of Lila , an astrology dating app. In this episode, Ricky tells Aliza how he transitioned from the NFL to evolutionary astrology, highlighting the magick and validation of his first birth chart reading. Aliza and Ricky discuss toxic masculinity, money, partnershi...

Aliza Kelly connects with a fellow fire Sun, Milk Strology (Leo Sun, Sagittarius Moon, Aries Rising), Twitter queen and budding astrologer. In this Episode, Aliza and Milk explore what it means to be a professional astrologer and content creator in the mystifying universe that is social media. Milk tells Aliza about how she rose to fame on Twitter and launched her professional astrology practice d...

***Content Warning: Discussion of racism, fatphobia, colonization, white supremacy, and death threats.*** Aliza Kelly connects with The Fat Sex Therapist, Sonalee (Aquarius Sun, Capricorn Moon, Gemini Rising), a clinical social worker, sex therapist, adjunct lecturer, and grassroots organizer. In this episode, Aliza and Sonalee discuss fatphobia, sex, and shame through the lens of white supremacy...

Aliza Kelly connects with musician and astrology enthusiast Ben Katzman (Aries Sun, Capricorn Moon, Scorpio Rising), the shredder behind Ben Katzman’s DeGreaser . In this episode, Aliza and Ben explore the power of astrology and manifestation. Ben opens up about his natal planetary placements and how he’s planning to create his best life. He tells Aliza about his new album, Astrology 101 , and giv...

Aliza Kelly connects with Praxis Astrology’s Alyssia (Aquarius Sun, Cancer Moon, Leo Rising), liberation-focused astrologer and activist. In this episode, Aliza and Alyssia explore astrology as a tool for radical self-acceptance and activism. They discuss how to reconcile traditional astrological concepts with a progressive attitude, exploring ways to create an expansive astrological language that...

Aliza Kelly connects with Rashunda Tramble (Aquarius Sun, Aquarius Moon, Libra Rising), tarot reader behind Stay Woke Tarot . In this episode, Aliza and Rashunda explore the ways in which ageism has shaped the metaphysical community and the world at large. They discuss the reverence of youth in today’s society, the disrespect of elders and their wisdom, and some possible routes of remediation, in...

Aliza Kelly connects with Sagittarian Mind’s Jason Fleming (Sagittarius Sun, Cancer Moon, Sagittarius Rising), consulting astrologer and educational content creator. Aliza and Jason discuss what it means to be an astrologer in today’s revitalized mystical landscape, illuminating the ways in which the field has evolved since the election of Trump and the onset of the pandemic. They delve into astro...

***Content Warning: This episode references eating disorders.*** Aliza Kelly connects with Ruby Jones (Gemini Sun, Virgo Moon, Gemini Rising), illustrator and author of All of This Is for You . Ruby tells Aliza about the creation of her book, which was catalyzed by the 2019 Christchurch terrorist attacks. Aliza and Ruby discuss the evolution of her book throughout the pandemic, and how it reflects...

Aliza Kelly celebrates 100 episodes of Stars Like Us! She expresses her deep gratitude for two years of listenership and incredible guests, emphasizing the ways in which astrology weaves our lives together and helps us make sense of the world. Aliza discusses the evolution of Stars Like Us, addressing the impact of the pandemic on her ability to record with her guests. Stars Like Us is a sacred ex...

Aliza Kelly connects with the Woke Mystix , Ellen (Leo Sun, Capricorn Moon, Pisces Rising) and Imani (Cancer Sun, Pisces Moon, Capricorn Rising), co-hosts of the Woke Mystix podcast and co-authors of Astrology SOS . Ellen and Imani explain to Aliza how their podcast came to be, and how it has evolved through the pandemic. The three discuss the difficulty of making friends in adulthood and how to c...

Aliza Kelly connects with astrologer Miz Chartreuse (Gemini Sun, Capricorn Moon, Leo Rising), Fairy God Muva of the Venus Academy, where she helps people transform their relationships to love. Miz Chartreuse explains how she became the Fairy God Muva, telling stories about her Christian upbringing and past relationships. She defines what love means to her, and shares the ways in which partnership...

***Content Warning: This episode references suicidal thoughts*** Aliza Kelly connects with evolutionary astrologer Sabrina Monarch (Aries Sun, Taurus Moon, Pisces Rising). In this magickal episode, Sabrina shares stories about her mystical experiences, spiritual awakening, and mental health struggles, highlighting evolutionary astrology as the entry point into finding her personal truth. Aliza and...

Aliza Kelly connects with Demetrius Bagley (Aquarius Sun, Cancer Moon, Gemini Rising), astrologer, producer, and the glue that holds the contemporary astrology community together. In this episode, Aliza and Demetrius explore astrology’s potential to innovate and transform, both on an individual and collective level. They delve into the efficacy of traditional techniques and terminology, the value...

Aliza Kelly connects with Ashley Otero (Aquarius Sun, Pisces Moon, Libra Rising), astrologer, licensed acupuncturist, healer, and mother. Ashley tells Aliza about her upbringing in a Wiccan household, from attending rituals with her mom to experimenting with love spells as a kid. Ashley explains how she drifted away from her Wiccan roots in her teen years, but later rekindled her love for the occu...

Aliza Kelly connects with Terrell Davis of Minty Bong Water (Gemini Sun, Aquarius Moon, Capricorn Rising), plant, crystal, and tea connoisseur who is known for his cozy, authentic TikToks. In this episode, Aliza and Terrell talk about his overnight claim to fame, the trajectory of his social media presence, how to create personal connections with your following, and the boundaries of metaphysical...

Aliza Kelly connects with a much-anticipated guest, her mentor and close friend Annabel Gat , daily and monthly horoscope writer at Vice, author of The Astrology of Love and Sex , and creator on Patreon ! In this episode, Aliza and Annabel dive into what it means to be an astrologer. Annabel describes her ever-evolving relationship with astrology, from lingering in the occult section at Barnes and...

Aliza Kelly connects with Dr. Courtney Tracy (double Leo!), licensed therapist, mental health business owner, and creator of The Truth Doctor . In this episode, Aliza and Courtney dive into trauma and healing. Courtney explains how she became The Truth Doctor, highlighting the process of shedding her false persona in order to step into her whole truth. Aliza and Courtney discuss astrology as a too...

Aliza Kelly connects with Rachel Ricketts (Virgo Sun, Gemini Moon, Taurus Rising), racial justice educator, spiritual activist, and author of Do Better (on sale now!). In this episode, Aliza and Rachel dive into white supremacy, oppression, and Black and Indigenous liberation. Rachel explains the essential role of spirituality in her work, emphasizing our interconnectedness as humans, which has be...

Aliza Kelly connects with intuitive practitioner Nancy of Astrology and Angel Mediums (Taurus Sun, Cancer Moon, Leo Rising). In this episode, Nancy explains how she became the spiritual healer she is today, citing her catholic upbringing along with the presence of Walter Mercado in her childhood home. Aliza and Nancy discuss how their respective relationships with religion and spirituality have tr...

Aliza Kelly connects with death doula Jill Schock (Aquarius Sun, Cancer Moon, Leo Rising), founder of Death Doula LA . In this episode, Aliza and Jill delve into death anxiety, the role of capitalism and environmentalism in death care, and the spiritual nature of dying. They explore the collective’s current relationship with death by discussing how the pandemic has impacted our perception of the d...