Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

The Week of August 3rd, 2026: Support, stability, and ego-shedding

Episode 294In 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 3rd, 2026, gives us a moment to process and prepare for the upcoming eclipse season. When Chiron (the minor planet of healing) stations retrograde in Taurus, it calls us to slow down and tend to any wounds that surfaced during last week’s Full Moon. Thankfully, we have support from Venus (the planet of love and beauty) as it moves into Libra (its home sign), encouraging balance, fairness, and cute moments of connection. And the Sun’s trine to Saturn (the planet of boundaries and systems) also helps us to find the structure and stability we need to feel secure. Use this time to soften and sift through what you’re ready to shed with next week’s South Node eclipse.This episode covers:The start of Chiron retrograde on Monday, August 3rdVenus’ entrance into Libra on Thursday, August 6th The Sun’s trine to Saturn Rx on Thursday, August 6thMercury’s entrance into Leo on Sunday, August 9thThis episode was recorded on 06/22/2026.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.ICYMI: For no reason whatsoever, we’re offering new and expired CHANI app users 30 days of human-centered astro tools and insights for free. To claim your all-access premium pass, just use code FUCKAI in the “redeem offer code” section of the app. Here’s to AI-free astrology for all.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

The Week of July 27th, 2026: Getting creative with a lucky cazimi and a major Full Moon

Episode 293In 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 July 27th, 2026, is packed with potential for profound transformation. When Venus (the planet of love and connection) squares off with Mars (the planet of action), it surfaces the friction in our relationships, especially around communication. But when Jupiter (the planet of luck and good fortune) enters the heart of the Sun, we’re gifted an opportunity to plant seeds for expansion and abundance — at the same time that the Full Moon in Aquarius illuminates our need to confront the fears blocking our creative expression. Now is the time to commit to working through any issues lurking in the shadows and making space for the goodness in your life to grow.This episode covers:The Sun’s trine to Neptune Rx on Monday, July 27thThe Sun’s sextile to Uranus on Monday, July 27thVenus’ square to Mars on Tuesday, July 28thThe Jupiter cazimi in Leo on Wednesday, July 29thThe Full Moon in Aquarius on Wednesday, July 29thThis episode was recorded on 6/22/2026.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.ICYMI: For no reason whatsoever, we’re offering new and expired CHANI app users 30 days of human-centered astro tools and insights for free. To claim your all-access premium pass, just use code FUCKAI in the “redeem offer code” section of the app. Here’s to AI-free astrology for all.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

The Week of July 20th, 2026: Leadership, justice, and a busy week for Jupiter

Episode 292In 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 July 20th, 2026, shines a spotlight on the ways we lead. When Jupiter (the planet of wisdom and abundance) trines Neptune (the planet of dreams and fantasy), we’re inspired by an idealistic vision for our future — and gifted the motivation to turn it into a reality. As Jupiter’s opposition to Pluto (the planet of the underworld) highlights the tensions between our principles and our outdated systems of power, a trine between Jupiter and Uranus (the planet of surprise and innovation) encourages us to expand our horizons in new and unexpected ways. And when the Sun and the South Node enter Leo, we’re called to show up as the leaders we want to see in our lives and confront the egomania that’s corrupting our communities. Now is the time to invest your energy in collective action and reckon with what’s been hiding in the shadows.This episode covers:Jupiter’s trine to Neptune on Monday, July 20thJupiter’s opposition with Pluto Rx on Monday, July 20thJupiter’s sextile to Uranus on Tuesday, July 21stThe Sun’s entrance into Leo on Wednesday, July 22ndNeptune’s sextile to Pluto on Wednesday, July 22ndThe end of Mercury retrograde in Cancer on Thursday, July 23rdMercury’s sextile to Venus on Friday, July 24thThe start of Saturn’s retrograde in Aries on Sunday, July 26thThe North Node’s entrance into Aquarius and the South Node’s entrance into Leo on Sunday, July 26thThe Sun’s opposition with Pluto on Sunday, July 26thThis episode was recorded on 6/15/2026.This episode also mentioned the following article: “The Astrological Timeline of Your Life”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.

The Week of July 13th, 2026: Dreaming big with Neptune, Uranus, and a Cancer New Moon

Episode 291In 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 July 13th, 2026, plants seeds for a new beginning. When Venus (the planet of beauty and connection) squares off with Uranus (the planet of surprise and upheaval), it requires us to get clear about what systems we’re disrupting and why. The New Moon in Cancer also wants us to get specific and offers some practical support to our most focused intentions. And as Uranus sextiles Neptune (the planet of ideals and fantasies), we’re called to align our actions with our hopes and dreams for the future — while Mars (the planet of action) sextiles Saturn (the planet of boundaries), bolstering our courage and the boundaries we need to move forward. You don’t have to dismiss your big ideas this week; just break them down into doable steps.This episode covers:Venus’ square to Uranus on Monday, July 13thThe New Moon in Cancer on Tuesday, July 14thUranus’ sextile to Neptune Rx on Wednesday, July 15thUranus’ trine to Pluto Rx on Friday, July 17thMars’ sextile to Saturn on Sunday, July 19thThis episode was recorded on 06/01/2026.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.

The Week of July 6th, 2026: Focus, clarity, and a Mercury cazimi

Episode 290In 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 July 6th, 2026, is here to clarify our next steps. After all the noise of last week’s historic Mars–Uranus meet-up, the Sun’s square with Saturn (the planet of boundaries) helps us narrow in on what needs our focus right now. As Neptune (the planet of dreams) stations retrograde, it offers support for our big-picture planning. Think: What reality do we want to live in, and how are we working to shape that future right now? When Venus (the planet of beauty and connection) moves into Virgo, it joins the South Node and highlights the relationship dynamics that are up for review. And a Mercury cazimi (a clarifying moment for the planet of communication) reminds us to make sure we’re getting our needs met. Now is the time to think critically about where you’re putting your energy and attention. What you water, grows.This episode covers:Mars’ conjunction with Uranus on Friday, July 3rd The Sun’s square to Saturn on Monday, July 6thThe start of Neptune’s retrograde in Aries on Tuesday, July 7thVenus’ entrance into Virgo on Thursday, July 9thVenus’ conjunction with the South Node on Friday, July 10thThe Mercury cazimi in Cancer on Sunday, July 12thThis episode was recorded on 06/01/2026.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.