Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

Episode 300 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 September 14th, 2026, gets emotional and intense. When Venus (the planet of love) makes a square to Pluto (the planet of the underworld), we’re asked to peel back the layers of our relationships, confront our deep feelings, and ground into our values. Then Neptune (the planet of dreams) sextiles Pluto, reminding us that our imaginations can help us unlock new ways of relating. And as Chiron (the minor planet of wounds and healing) backtracks into Aries, it highlights the harm of hyperindividualism and encourages us to take our roles as both mentors and mentees seriously. This is the week for cathartic conversations and creative collaborations. Just make sure you honor your boundaries to keep things balanced. This episode covers: The Sun’s sextile to Mars on Monday, September 14th Venus’ square to Pluto on Tuesday, September 15th Neptune’s sextile to Pluto on Tuesday, September 15th Chiron’s retrograde into Aries on Thursday, September 17th Mercury’s opposition to Saturn on Friday, September 18th Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Preparing for Venus’ retrograde kick-off on October 3rd 10:34 - Monday’s Sun–Mars sextile 10:50 - Tuesday’s Venus–Pluto square 11:28 - Tuesday’s Neptune–Pluto sextile 12:28 - Thursday’s Chiron retrograde in Aries ingress 14:25 - Friday’s Mercury–Saturn opposition 15:38 - Astrology 101 21:31 - Weekly wrap-up This episode was recorded on 08/05/2026. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. Looking for an astrological map, compass, and companion for the coming year? Meet the 2027 Astro Planner. It comes with over 300 pages of rituals, reflections, astro cheat sheets, planetary breakdowns, activities, and daily and monthly calendars to help you plan your year, manifest success, and make the most of 2027’s astrology as it unfolds. You can order yours at chani.com, and it now ships internationally to Canada, Europe, and the UK! But don’t dilly-dally — it’s about to sell out for the 5th year in a row. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 299 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 September 7th, 2026, is prepping us for a transformative retrograde season. As Venus (the planet of love) moves through justice-loving Libra and into brooding Scorpio (where it will station retrograde next month), stale relationship dynamics are up for review. And when Uranus (the planet of shock and surprise) begins its retrograde in Gemini, it spotlights the life updates we’ve made that aren’t actually working for us. Luckily, the New Moon in Virgo poses a perfect opportunity to refresh our routines and set ourselves up for success. The habits you form now will keep you grounded when the astro gets turbulent. So get ready and get organized. This episode covers: Venus’ entrance into Scorpio on Thursday, September 10th Mercury’s entrance into Libra on Thursday, September 10th The start of Uranus’ retrograde in Gemini on Thursday, September 10th The New Moon in Virgo on Thursday, September 10th Mercury’s trine to Pluto on Saturday, September 12th Mercury’s opposition to Neptune on Saturday, September 12th Mercury’s trine to Uranus on Sunday, September 13th This episode was recorded on 08/05/2026. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. Looking for an astrological map, compass, and companion for the coming year? Meet the 2027 Astro Planner. It comes with over 300 pages of rituals, reflections, astro cheat sheets, planetary breakdowns, activities, and daily and monthly calendars to help you plan your year, manifest success, and make the most of 2027’s astrology as it unfolds. You can order yours at chani.com, and it now ships internationally to Canada, Europe, and the UK! But don’t dilly-dally — it’s about to sell out for the 5th year in a row. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 298 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 August 31st, 2026, brings both obstacles and opportunities. When Jupiter (the planet of good fortune) trines Saturn (the planet of structure), it feels like all our hard work is finally paying off and we’re being blessed with the growth and abundance that we’ve cleared space for. But when Mars (the planet of action) squares Saturn, it’s a whole different story. This face-off is sure to spark serious frustration and stuck-in-the-mud energy. Thankfully, Mercury (the planet of communication) also makes a supportive sextile to Mars, encouraging conversations that break the tension and clarify where we need to move next. Now’s the time to tune in to your intuition and trust your gut. Those instincts will not only help you stay true to yourself, but they’ll come in handy when your plans get off track. This episode covers: Jupiter’s trine to Saturn on Monday, August 31st Mars’ square to Saturn on Tuesday, September 1st Mercury’s sextile to Mars on Tuesday, September 1st This episode was recorded on 8/5/2026. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. Have you heard? Frequencies launched in the CHANI app. The newest audio tool for manifestation, grounding, and relaxation, our new Frequencies collection uses vibrational sound therapy to align your energy with your intentions. Head to the Audio tab of the app to start listening and get in tune with your inner wisdom. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 297 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 August 24th, 2026, has the power to change everything. Mercury (the planet of communication) meets up with the South Node, signaling a major release — or leak — of important information. Then the messenger planet moves into Virgo, where it’s supercharged, and meets up with the Sun in a cazimi that’s sure to deliver some game-changing intel. On the same day, the lunar eclipse in Pisces wraps up a two-year cycle we started in September 2024. This eclipse is also square to Uranus (the planet of shocks and surprises), so expect some sudden shifts and unexpected endings. And once Mercury and the Sun square Uranus as well, more revelations could surface that change our perspective. Pay close attention to your dreams, epiphanies, and communications this week. It’s going to be a wild one. This episode covers: Mercury’s conjunction with the South Node on Tuesday, August 25th Mercury’s entrance into Virgo on Tuesday, August 25th The Mercury cazimi on Thursday, August 27th The lunar eclipse in Pisces on Thursday, August 27th Mercury’s square to Uranus on Friday, August 28th The Sun’s square to Uranus on Friday, August 28th This episode was recorded on 8/4/2026. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on ⁠iOS⁠ and ⁠Android⁠. As we enter the last stretch of eclipse season, it’s also the last chance for new and expired CHANI app users to get 30 days of free ritual tools, cosmic insights, and astro support from our team of real astrologers. To claim your all-access premium pass, use code FUCKAI in the “redeem offer code” section of the app. But you have to hurry — this offer ends on 8/28/2026. The music featured in the podcast was created by ⁠Latashá⁠.

Episode 296 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 August 17th, 2026, requires us to stay grounded. Mars (the planet of action) is already wading through the murky, emotional waters of Cancer, and when it squares Neptune (the planet of illusion and delusion), we might feel like our drive and determination gets lost in the fog. Luckily, Venus (the planet of love) sextiles Jupiter (the planet of abundance), offering us added relationship support, so we can anchor ourselves through our community and connections. Plus, Venus’ opposition with Saturn (the planet of boundaries) will let us know if we’ve overstepped or reached our breaking point in certain dynamics. Now’s the time to listen to your gut and respect your limits — overextending yourself will only dial up the eclipse season chaos. This episode covers: Mars’ square to Neptune on Monday, August 17th Mercury’s trine to Saturn on Monday, August 17th Venus’ sextile to Jupiter on Monday, August 17th Venus’ opposition to Saturn on Friday, August 21st The Sun’s conjunction with the South Node on Saturday, August 22nd The Sun’s entrance into Virgo on Saturday, August 22nd This episode was recorded on 8/4/2026. For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android. Have you heard? Frequencies have officially launched in the CHANI app. The newest audio tool for manifestation, grounding, and relaxation, our new Frequencies collection uses vibrational sound therapy to align your energy with your intentions. Head to the Audio tab of the app to start listening and get in tune with your inner wisdom. And if you don’t have CHANI premium, use code FUCKAI in the “redeem offer code” section to upgrade for 30 days free. The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.