Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

Episode 308
In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.
The astrology of the week of November 9th, 2026, brings forward momentum. The Scorpio New Moon ushers in a fresh lunar cycle and helps make some necessary decisions. Then both Venus (the planet of love) and Mercury (the planet of communication) station direct on the same day, clearing the cosmic fog from our connections and helping us integrate all the wisdom we gained during their respective retrogrades. As Mars (the planet of action) and Jupiter (the planet of wisdom) meet up with the South Node (a fateful point of letting go) in Leo, things may take a turn for the dramatic and emotional. Just remember: Whatever patterns you release now will make space for the bold moves you need to take next.
This episode covers:
The New Moon in Scorpio on Sunday, November 8th

Venus’ sextile to Mars on Monday, November 9th

Jupiter’s conjunction with the South Node on Thursday, November 12th

The end of Mercury retrograde on Friday, November 13th

The end of Venus retrograde on Friday, November 13th

Mars’ conjunction with the South Node on Saturday, November 14th

Mars’ conjunction with Jupiter on Sunday, November 15th

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro

07:54 - Friday's Venus and Mercury retrograde finales

10:36 - Thursday's Jupiter-South Node conjunction and Saturday's Mars-South Node conjunction

16:19 - More on the Venus and Mercury retrograde finales

28:57 - Weekly wrap-up

This episode was recorded on 11/05/2026.
For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.
The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 307
In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.
The astrology of the week of November 2nd, 2026, brings clarity, connection, and a clean slate. As Venus (the planet of love and justice) sextiles Jupiter (the planet of wisdom and abundance), our relationships and community efforts may feel particularly blessed, and we’re encouraged to come together to celebrate our wins. When Mercury (the messenger planet) meets up with the Sun in a cazimi, it adds some much-needed clarity to our communications and some important information we’ve been missing. Then the Scorpio New Moon begins a fresh lunar cycle, inviting us to get intentional about what we want to make happen before the end of the year. So pick your next project carefully, plant the seed to get it started, and pour your all into it. Success is sure to follow.
This episode covers:
Venus’ sextile to Jupiter on Wednesday, November 4th

The Mercury cazimi in Scorpio on Wednesday, November 4th

The New Moon in Scorpio on Sunday, November 8th

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro

03:49 - Wednesday’s Mercury cazimi

07:55 - Wednesday’s Venus–Jupiter sextile

12:45 - Sunday’s New Moon in Scorpio

14:54 - Astrology 101

19:46 - Weekly wrap-up

This episode was recorded on 10/21/2026.
For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.
Make 2027 your best year yet with the CHANI Astro Planner. With 300+ pages of practical magic, the latest edition of this one-of-a-kind resource will help you manifest your dreams, work with the astro as it unfolds, and live out your year’s full potential. And yes, it ships to Canada, Europe, and the UK too. Order yours at chani.com, but don’t wait too late — it’s sure to sell out for the 5th year in a row.
The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 306

In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.
The astrology of the week of October 26th, 2026, reveals what we have to let go of in order to grow. As the Sun squares Pluto (the planet of the underworld), it sheds light on the raw feelings and deep wounds we’ve been working through during this Venus retrograde. And as Mercury (the planet of comms) backtracks into a square with Mars (the planet of action), we’re confronted with difficult conversations and revelations of uncomfortable truths. This is a good time to triple-check the details, prepare for technical glitches, and remember that if you want a fresh start, you have to be ready to compost old patterns.
This episode covers:
The Sun’s square to Pluto on Monday, October 26th

Mercury Rx’s square to Mars on Friday, October 30th

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro

01:22 - Sunday’s Full Moon in Taurus and Venus in Libra ingress

12:00 - Friday’s square between Mercury retrograde and Mars

19:42 - Astrology 101

26:57 - Weekly wrap-up

This episode was recorded on 10/21/2026.
For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.
ICYMI: You can now add multiple charts to your CHANI app and dig into readings for all your friends. The new Charts tab allows you to store up to 100 charts for easy reference and unlock in-depth astro readings for all the insights. It also features interactive astro 101 breakdowns and the option to view any chart in a table format for an at-a-glance summary of all the planets, points, signs, and houses. This is one of our most-requested feature adds, so update your CHANI app, open the Charts tab, and get reading.
The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 305
In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.
The astrology of the week of October 19th, 2026, is all about rebirth and renewal. Venus (the planet of love) continues its retrograde journey through Scorpio, where it squares Pluto (the planet of the underworld), uncovering our deepest relationship wounds and trust issues. As the Sun enters Scorpio, it meets up with Venus in a restorative cazimi, and we’re invited to plant seeds for the connection, intimacy, and justice we want to grow into with this next Venus cycle. When Mercury (the planet of communication) stations retrograde in Scorpio, it helps us review the lessons that Venus’ retrograde has taught us so far and sort through any details we still need to address. Plus, there’s a Full Moon in Taurus that illuminates the growth that’s gotten us to this point and reminds us to nourish ourselves for all that’s still to come. This is a time to pour your love, care, and attention into the hurts you wish to heal — and treat yourself and others with the kind of care you want to manifest in your life.
This episode covers:
Venus’ square to Pluto on Monday, October 19th

The Sun’s entrance into Scorpio on Friday, October 23rd

The Venus cazimi on Friday, October 23rd

The start of Mercury retrograde in Scorpio on Saturday, October 24th

Venus’ retrograde into Libra on Sunday, October 25th

The Full Moon in Taurus on Sunday, October 25th

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro

09:21 - Preparing for the Venus cazimi

14:11 - Monday’s Venus–Pluto square

15:12 - Friday’s Venus cazimi and Sun in Scorpio ingress

29:05 - Saturday’s Mercury retrograde kick-off

31:07 - Sunday’s Venus Rx in Libra ingress

32:32 - Sunday’s Full Moon in Taurus

37:15 - Astrology 101

40:20 - Weekly wrap-up

This episode was recorded on 10/13/2026.
For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.
Big news: You can now add multiple charts to your CHANI app and dig into readings for all your friends. The brand-new Charts tab allows you to store up to 100 charts for easy reference and unlock in-depth astro readings for all the insights. It also features interactive astro 101 breakdowns and the option to view any chart in a table format for an at-a-glance summary of all the planets, points, signs, and houses. This is one of our most-requested feature adds, so update your CHANI app, open the Charts tab, and get reading.
The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 304
In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.
The astrology of the week of October 12th, 2026, brings a much-needed confidence boost to an emotionally intense Venus retrograde. As the Sun sextiles Jupiter (the planet of good fortune), it feels like luck is on our side and asking us to take some necessary risks. And when Pluto (the planet of hidden power) stations direct in Aquarius, it helps us to clarify the right path forward, reclaim our agency, and get ourselves unstuck. Plus, a helpful trine between Mars (the planet of action) and Saturn (the planet of discipline) adds extra make-it-happen magic to the mix, bringing our goals within reach — as long as we’re willing to put in the hard work. This week is your reminder that it’s always worth it to act with integrity, even if it requires more effort.
Content warning: gender-based violence, sexual assault 
This episode covers:
The Sun’s sextile to Jupiter on Thursday, October 15th

The end of Pluto’s retrograde on Thursday, October 15th

Mars’ trine to Saturn on Friday, October 16th

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro

3:12 - Venus retrograde and gender-based violence

13:41 - Thursday’s Sun–Jupiter sextile

14:04 - Thursday’s Pluto retrograde finale

14:42 - Friday’s Mars–Saturn trine

17:28 - More on Venus retrograde

20:26 - Astrology 101

29:18 - Weekly wrap-up

This episode was recorded on 10/07/2026.
For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.
The key to making 2027 your year? The CHANI Astro Planner. With 300+ pages of practical magic, the latest edition of this one-of-a-kind resource will help you manifest your dreams, work with the astro as it unfolds, and live out your year’s full potential. And yes, it ships to Canada, Europe, and the UK too. Order yours at chani.com, but don’t wait too late — it’s about to sell out for the 5th year in a row.
The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.