Bad Astrologers

Is astrology a form of magic? In this episode, Christopher Chau (aka Chaustrologic) — an astrologer working in the Hellenistic and medieval traditions and crafting materia magica — delves deep into the heart of both practices with me in search of an answer. Topics covered: both of us being Scorpio suns with Gemini moons, essential dignity in action, the philosophies and spiritual frameworks behind astral magic, what it means to "live your astrology", and WTF is an antiscia!

What happens when two Sagittarius risings have a meet-cute? This episode! Amelia chats with spiritual multi-hyphenate Jazmin Kylene about tending your Saturn garden, astrology as a mirror, understanding the beauty of Pisces energy, and synastry in action.

What happens when cosmic lovers Venus and Mars align? In this episode, Amelia chats with Steph Koyfman (aka Lady Cazimi and formerly The Daily Hunch) about how these planets are influencing the astrology of 2022 through the lens of myth, fantasy, and Twin Peaks. They also discuss their eerily similar natal charts, being witches, rebranding by the stars, finding your astrological interpretation style, and the ability of words to conjure just the right image.

In the season opener, Amelia and Gabriela Rosales (aka The Stylist Witch) chat about her being a quadruple Taurus, beauty as a way of seeing the world, and how her career in style was written in the stars. Topics covered: how to embrace the north node in Taurus, the difference between adornment rituals and just getting dressed, psychic natal chart placements, learning to love your Saturn Return, and lots more!

How do you use astrology to find the perfect moment for your next big thing? Amelia explains how to sync up with divine timing in this practical DIY guide to advanced astro techniques, from progressed and solar return charts to annual profections and time lords. Plus, she makes an announcement: Stellar Craft is now open for registration! ✨ Register for Stellar Craft (http://www.ameliaquint.com/stellar-craft) and learn the magic of astrology with a community of mystics!

What happens when astrology goes wrong? In this episode, Amelia explains how to avoid common pitfalls in your practice, including the negativity trap, and gives a step-by-step guide to following your intuition in alignment with the stars. Find Bad Astrologers Instagram | @badastrologers (http://instagram.com/badastrologers) Twitter | @badastrologers (http://twitter.com/badastrologers) Talk to Amelia Twitter | @ameliaquint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_)

What does your Venus sign reveal about what makes you feel beautiful? In this 2+ hour mega episode, Amelia explains the styles of all twelve, including hundreds of chart examples from artists, musicians, actors, designers, and more. Find Bad Astrologers Instagram | @badastrologers (http://instagram.com/badastrologers) Twitter | @badastrologers (http://twitter.com/badastrologers)

How to cope when the stars give you tough love? Bustle's astrologer, author, and Stars on Fire podcaster Mecca Woods shares her strategies for surviving even the most difficult stellar moments, including insights on the south node, 2021's Saturn-Uranus squares, and more. Find Mecca Instagram | @1meccanism (https://www.instagram.com/1meccanism/) Twitter | @TheMeccanism (https://twitter.com/TheMeccanism) Website | mylifecreated.com (https://www.mylifecreated.com/) ✨ Support Bad Astrologers on Patreon (http://patreon.com/badastro) for exclusive monthly forecasts, horoscopes, and our archive of Stellar School mini-episodes! ✨ Book a reading with Amelia at ameliaquint.com (http://ameliaquint.com/book-a-reading)!

Can astrology help you move cross country successfully? L.A. Times writer and return guest Suzy Exposito shares her story of using the stars to plan her relocation from NY to LA, as well as how she's moved from astrology curious to serious student of the the craft. It's a deep dive into locational astrology and electing charts, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the kind of soulful conversations between friends that are so essential to building cosmic community. Find Suzy Writing | Los Angeles Times (https://www.latimes.com/people/suzy-exposito) Twitter | @hexpositive (https://twitter.com/hexpositive)

Where do astrology and magick converge? In this episode, Amelia explores the crossroads of the stars and sorcery, including her magickal origin story and a guide to talismans, remediation, and all things celestial enchantment. Support Bad Astrologers on Patreon (Http://patreon.com/badastro) for monthly forecasts, horoscopes, and new STELLAR SCHOOL mini episodes! Find Amelia Book a Reading | ameliaquint.com/book-a-reading Mentoring and Apprenticeship | ameliaquint.com/mentoring Twitter | @AmeliaQuint (http://twitter.com/AmeliaQuint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_)

What do Pluto and the lunar nodes have to teach you about your soul's development? Evolutionary astrologer Sabrina Monarch dives deep on these and more techniques from this fascinating branch of star study. Find Sabrina Website | monarchastrology.com (http://monarchastrology.com) Podcast | Magic of the Spheres (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magic-of-the-spheres-podcast/id1457504493) Instagram | @sabrinamonarch (instagram.com/sabrinamonarch) Twitter | @sabrina_monarch (http://twitter.com/sabrina_monarch) Support Bad Astrologers at Patreon.com/BadAstro! STELLAR SCHOOL starts February 11 for Vesta tier supporters, under the Aquarius new moon. Find Amelia Website | ameliaquint.com (http://ameliaquint.com) Twitter | @AmeliaQuint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_)

How can we use astrology to bring more empathy, accountability, and hope to our communities in 2021? In this episode, Amelia dives deep into how we can move from a place of crisis to progress using the stars, exploring self-care for oracles, astrology's Saturn transit, and strategies for success in the new era of air.

What's a scarlet woman? Dr. Manon Hedenborg White (The Eloquent Blood, Oxford University Press) dives deep into the archetype, from the goddess Babalon to its relevance in pop culture. Find Dr. Manon Hedenborg White Twitter & Instagram | @dr_scarletwoman Buy The Eloquent Blood from Oxford University Press. (https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-eloquent-blood-9780190065027?cc=us&lang=en&) Find Bad Astrologers Twitter & Instagram | @badastrologers Support Bad Astrologers on Patreon! (Patreon.com/BadAstro)

Where do the moon and magic cross paths? Sarah Faith Gottesdiener (creator of the Many Moons planners) talks about lunar symbolism, braving eclipses, and her forthcoming guide, The Moon Book. Find Sarah Instagram | @gottesss (http://instagram.com/gottesss) Learn more about The Moon Book (https://www.amazon.com/Moon-Book-Lunar-Magic-Change/dp/1250206189). Find Amelia Twitter | @AmeliaQuint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_) Support Bad Astrologers on Patreon (http://patreon.com/badastro)!

Let's dream of a better future! Aliza Kelly (Cosmopolitan, Stars Like Us) muses on prediction, transits, and what's possible in 2021. Find Aliza Instagram | @alizakelly Twitter | @alizakelly Website | www.alizakelly.com Find Bad Astrologers Instagram | @badastrologers Twitter | @badastrologers Support the show on Patreon | Patreon.com/BadAstro

Let's celebrate the full moon on Halloween! We go full goth with a dead witch seance using the birth charts of famous occultists, then play a new game show, Witch or Not. Support Bad Astrologers on Patreon | Patreon.com/BadAstro Instagram | @badastrologers Twitter | @badastrologers Book a reading | http://ameliaquint.com

Feeling fatigued? Diana Rose Harper shares kind advice on lunar self-care, energetic boundaries, and finding comfort in troubled astrological times. Find Diana Website | www.ddamascenaa.com Instagram & Twitter | @ddamascenaa Find Amelia Website | www.ameliaquint.com Twitter | @AmeliaQuint Instagram | @ameliaquint_ Find Bad Astrologers Instagram & Twitter | @badastrologers Support the show | Patreon.com/BadAstro

Author and witch Gabriela Herstik goes deep on her spiritual practice, magical partnership, the goddess, and her new guided journal, Embody Your Magick. Find Gabriela Website | gabrielaherstik.com (http://gabrielaherstik.com) Twitter | @GabyHerstik (http://twitter.com/gabyherstik) Instagram | @GabyHerstik (http://instagram.com/gabyherstik) Buy Embody Your Magick (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/665394/embody-your-magick-by-gabriela-herstik/) Find Amelia Website | ameliaquint.com (http://ameliaquint.com) Twitter | @AmeliaQuint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_) Find Bad Astrologers Twitter | @badastrologers (http://twitter.com/badastrologers) Instagram | @badastrologers (http://instagram.com/badastrologers)

Need a pep talk? Amelia shares her best advice on surviving hard transits using tough love, planetary remediation, lunar magic, and self-care. Find Bad Astrologers Patreon | Patreon.com/BadAstro Twitter | @badastrologers (http://twitter.com/badastrologers) Instagram | @badastrologers (http://instagram.com/badastrologers) Find Amelia Website | http://ameliaquint.com Twitter | @AmeliaQuint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint_ (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_)

Ready to read the stars for yourself? Amelia gives guidance on how to get started or deepen your existing practice, whether you're a total beginner to experienced sage. Find Amelia Twitter | @ameliaquint (http://twitter.com/ameliaquint) Instagram | @ameliaquint (http://instagram.com/ameliaquint_) Website | ameliaquint.com (http://ameliaquint.com) Find Bad Astrologers Patreon | Patreon.com/BadAstro Twitter | @badastrologers (http://twitter.com/badastrologers) Instagram | @badastrologers (http://instagram.com/badastrologers)