Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

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Astrologer Chani Nicholas talks you through the astrology of the week ahead. Every week, learn about the planetary movements that will be influencing you. Updates on what’s happening in the sky are paired with insights and guidance on how you can mindfully work with the astrology of the moment.

  • 28 minutes 58 seconds
    The Week of January 26th, 2026: The Full Moon in Leo and a once-in-a-lifetime shift

    Episode 267

    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 January 26th, 2026, is about taking up space and making sh*t happen. Neptune fully moves into Aries for the first and only time in our lifetimes, where it will inspire us to fight for our ideals over the next decade. Mars also teams up with Pluto, underscoring our collective power. And the Full Moon in Leo stirs up creative potential, urging us to dream bigger and bolder. It’s time to get loud, command attention, and act on our visions for a better world.

    This episode covers:

    • Neptune’s entrance into Aries on Monday, January 26th

    • Mars’ conjunction with Pluto on Tuesday, January 27th

    • Mercury’s conjunction with Venus on Thursday, January 29th

    • The Full Moon in Leo on Sunday, February 1st

    • The end of Uranus’ retrograde on Tuesday, February 3rd

    This episode was recorded on 01/13/2026.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    Want to learn what 2026 has in store for you? Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    26 January 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 26 minutes 45 seconds
    The Week of January 19th, 2026: A powerful start to Aquarius season

    Episode 266

    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 January 19th, 2026, awakens us to our collective power. The Sun, Mercury, and Mars all move into Aquarius, pulling focus toward humanitarian issues and the fight for liberation. And four planets join forces with Pluto, bringing secrets, power imbalances, and hard emotional truths to the surface. It’s time to face our fears and the forces that try to rob us of our autonomy.

    This episode covers:

    • The Sun’s sextile to Neptune on Monday, January 19th

    • The Sun’s entrance into Aquarius on Monday, January 19th

    • Venus’s conjunction with Pluto on Monday, January 19th

    • Mars’ trine to Uranus on Monday, January 19th

    • Mars’ sextile to Saturn on Monday, January 19th

    • Mercury’s sextile to Neptune on Tuesday, January 20th

    • Mercury’s entrance into Aquarius on Tuesday, January 20th

    • The Mercury cazimi on Wednesday, January 21st

    • Mercury’s conjunction with Pluto on Thursday, January 22nd

    • Mars’ sextile to Neptune on Thursday, January 22nd

    • Mars’ entrance into Aquarius on Friday, January 23rd

    • Mars’ conjunction with Pluto on Tuesday, January 27th

    This episode was recorded on 11/19/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    Want to learn what 2026 has in store for you? Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    19 January 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 20 minutes 17 seconds
    The Week of January 12th, 2026: Having fun and getting it done with the New Moon in Capricorn

    Episode 265

    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 January 12th, 2026, is equal parts stable and spontaneous. Venus mingles with four other planets, sparking long-term connections and spur-of-the-moment meetups. Mercury also aspects four other planets, initiating important convos about abundance. And the New Moon in Capricorn helps us wrap up the projects we launched around the December Solstice. This is a busy time, so make sure you’re sleeping as much as you’re socializing.

    This episode covers:

    • Mercury’s opposition to Jupiter on Wednesday, January 14th

    • Venus’ sextile to Saturn on Wednesday, January 14th

    • Venus’ trine to Uranus on Thursday, January 15th

    • Venus’ sextile to Neptune on Saturday, January 17th

    • The Sun’s sextile to Saturn on Saturday, January 17th

    • Venus’ entrance into Aquarius on Saturday, January 17th

    • The Sun’s trine to Uranus on Saturday, January 17th

    • Mercury’s conjunction with Mars on Saturday, January 17th

    • The New Moon in Capricorn on Sunday, January 18th

    • Mercury’s sextile to Saturn on Sunday, January 18th

    • Mercury’s trine to Uranus on Sunday, January 18th

    • Venus’ conjunction with Pluto on Monday, January 19th

    This episode was recorded on 11/17/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    Want to learn what 2026 has in store for you? Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    12 January 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 27 minutes 56 seconds
    The Week of January 5th, 2026: New beginnings with Mars and Venus

    Episode 264

    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 January 5th, 2026, is about planting seeds and making moves. Venus cozies up to the Sun, spotlighting where we need to invite more beauty, balance, and connection into our lives and relationships. Then Mars joins the party, pushing us to fight for our long-term goals. It’s time to be relentless about what we want. You ready?

    This episode covers:

    • The Venus cazimi on Tuesday, January 6th

    • Venus’ conjunction with Mars on Wednesday, January 7th

    • The Mars cazimi on Friday, January 9th

    • Venus’ opposition to Jupiter on Friday, January 9th

    • The Sun’s opposition to Jupiter on Saturday, January 10th

    • Mars’ opposition to Jupiter on Saturday, January 10th

    This episode was recorded on 11/17/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    Want to learn what 2026 has in store for you? Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    5 January 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 23 minutes 8 seconds
    The Week of December 29th, 2025: Welcoming 2026 with a Full Moon in Cancer

    Episode 263

    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 December 29th, 2025, wants us to feel deeply and think critically. Mercury, the messenger planet, moves into practical Capricorn, asking us to assess our goals and the resources we need to achieve them. And the Full Moon in Cancer stirs up emotions around home, family, and belonging. Let’s use this time to reflect on how we’ve grown over the past year, connect with our communities, and work toward systems of collective care as we move into 2026.

    This episode covers:

    • Mercury’s square to Saturn on Monday, December 29th

    • Mercury’s square to Neptune on Friday, January 1st

    • Mercury’s entrance into Capricorn on Friday, January 1st

    • The end of Chiron’s retrograde on Saturday, January 2nd

    • The Full Moon in Cancer on Sunday, January 3rd

    This episode was recorded on 11/14/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    Ready for 2026? We have readings for that. Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    29 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 19 minutes 23 seconds
    The Week of December 22nd, 2025: Getting playful and practical with Venus

    Episode 262

    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 December 22nd, 2025, brings two very different energies to our relationships. Venus (the planet of connection) squares off with delulu Neptune, urging us to rest, play, and let our guard down around our loved ones. But it also moves into no-nonsense Capricorn, where romance means commitment and planning ahead. Feel free to goof off with the people you care about — just remind them that you’re serious about loving them too.

    This episode covers:

    • Venus’ square to Neptune on Tuesday, December 23rd

    • Venus’ entrance into Capricorn on Wednesday, December 24th

    This episode was recorded on 11/13/2025.

    Already thinking about 2026? We have readings for that. Open your CHANI app and head to the “This Year” tab to listen to your month-by-month astro breakdowns from Chani Nicholas, read your horoscopes for the year (tailored to the four main areas of your life), and dive into the journal prompts, rituals, altar suggestions, and guided meditations that will help you navigate the astrology of 2026 as it unfolds. Btw, we’re never wrong.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    22 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 28 minutes 27 seconds
    The Week of December 15th, 2025: A thoughtful Solstice & New Moon

    Episode 261

    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 December 15th, 2025, closes out old cycles and kick-starts new ones. The New Moon in Sagittarius asks us to reflect on what we’ve achieved this year, both personally and collectively. And the Solstice calls us to block out the noise for a minute. It might feel like you’re up against the clock as 2026 approaches. But now is actually the time to slow down. When you stop to think, you clear space for what’s coming.

    This episode covers:

    • The Sun’s square to Saturn on Tuesday, December 16th

    • The New Moon in Sagittarius on Friday, December 19th

    • The Sun’s square to Neptune on Saturday, December 20th

    • Venus’ square to Saturn on Saturday, December 20th

    • The Solstice and the Sun’s entrance into Capricorn on Sunday, December 21st

    This episode was recorded on 11/13/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. Packed with 300 pages of practical magic, it was crafted by a team of trained astrologers, which means it has everything you need to manifest your best year yet. Order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    15 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 25 minutes 36 seconds
    The Week of December 8th, 2025: Friction meets focus with Mars and Saturn

    Episode 260

    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 December 8th, 2025, gets crunchy. Mars (the planet of action) and Saturn (the planet of limits) square off, causing friction between what we want to do and what we have to. And Mercury (the cosmic communicator) opposes Uranus (the revolutionary), sparking disruptive conversations. Our job? Drown out the noise and stay focused on our priorities. And remember: You don’t have to do it alone. Ask for help and see who comes through.

    This episode covers:

    • Mars’ square to Saturn on Monday, December 8th

    • The end of Neptune’s retrograde on Wednesday, December 10th

    • Mercury’s opposition to Uranus on Wednesday, December 10th

    • Venus’ square to the lunar nodes on Wednesday, December 10th

    • Mercury’s trine to Neptune on Thursday, December 11th

    • Mercury’s entrance into Sagittarius on Thursday, December 11th

    • Mercury’s sextile to Pluto on Saturday, December 13th

    • Mars’ entrance into Capricorn on Sunday, December 14th

    This episode was recorded on 10/31/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. Packed with 300 pages of practical magic, it was crafted by a team of trained astrologers, which means it has everything you need to manifest your best year yet. Order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    8 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 23 minutes 39 seconds
    The Week of December 1st, 2025: Getting curious with the Full Moon in Gemini

    Episode 259

    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 December 1st, 2025, has us asking questions. The Full Moon in Gemini calls us to get curious and analyze things from every angle. And Mercury (the messenger planet) teams up with the planets of growth and structure to kick-start conversations that lead to answers and healing. There’s plenty to say. Just remember to ask permission before venting at someone.

    This episode covers:

    • Venus’s sexile to Pluto on Tuesday, December 2nd

    • Full Moon in Gemini on Thursday, December 4th

    • Mercury’s trine to Jupiter on Saturday, December 6th

    • Mercury’s trine to Saturn on Sunday, December 7th

    This episode was recorded on 10/31/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. Packed with 300 pages of practical magic, it was crafted by a team of trained astrologers, which means it has everything you need to manifest your best year yet. Order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    1 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 18 minutes 30 seconds
    The Week of November 24th, 2025: Romanticizing life with Venus

    Episode 258

    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 24th, 2025, is all about Venus. The planet of love and beauty meets up with Mercury and nudges us to tell our people that we appreciate them. Plus, it gets support from three other planets and brings even more luck and sweetness. And then it slips into Sagittarius, where pleasure and adventure go hand in hand. It’s time to slow down, romanticize the little things, and be grateful for the good stuff.

    This episode covers:

    • Mars’ square to the lunar nodes on Monday, November 24th

    • Mercury’s conjunction with Venus on Monday, November 24th

    • Venus’ trine to Jupiter on Wednesday, November 26th

    • Venus’ trine to Saturn on Wednesday, November 26th

    • The end of Saturn’s retrograde on Thursday, November 27th

    • The end of Mercury’s retrograde on Saturday, November 29th

    • Venus’ trine to Neptune on Sunday, November 30th

    • Venus’s entrance into Sagittarius on Sunday, November 30th

    This episode was recorded on 10/31/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. Packed with 300 pages of practical magic, it was crafted by a team of trained astrologers, which means it has everything you need to manifest your best year yet. Order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    24 November 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 23 minutes 21 seconds
    The Week of November 17th, 2025: A New Moon, a Mercury cazimi, and a dozen other things

    Episode 257

    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 17th, 2025, is busy and a little intense. The New Moon in Scorpio reveals our deepest emotional patterns. The Mercury cazimi in Scorpio shows us which habits we need to break. And a flurry of other planetary activity brings a mix of clarity, disruption, and breakthroughs. This is the time to make the changes you need to make. But/and take a breather if you get overwhelmed. Growth doesn’t have to happen overnight.

    This episode covers:

    • The Sun’s trine to Saturn on Monday, November 17th

    • Mercury’s sextile to Pluto on Monday, November 17th

    • Mercury’s re-entrance into Scorpio on Tuesday, November 18th

    • Mercury’s opposition to Uranus on Wednesday, November 19th

    • Mercury’s trine to Neptune on Wednesday, November 19th

    • The New Moon in Scorpio on Wednesday, November 19th

    • The Mercury cazimi on Thursday, November 20th

    • Uranus’ sextile to Neptune on Thursday, November 20th

    • The Sun’s opposition to Uranus on Friday, November 21st

    • The Sun’s trine to Neptune on Friday, November 21st

    • The Sun’s entrance into Sagittarius on Friday, November 21st

    • Mercury’s trine to Saturn on Saturday, November 22nd

    • Mercury’s trine to Jupiter on Saturday, November 22nd

    • The Sun’s sextile to Pluto on Sunday, November 23rd

    This episode was recorded on 10/30/2025.

    For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.

    Want to know what Chani’s reading beyond the astro? Join her book club, The Next Chapter, to explore her favorite titles and build community around books that reckon with and reimagine the world we’re living in.

    P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. Packed with 300 pages of practical magic, it was crafted by a team of trained astrologers, which means it has everything you need to manifest your best year yet. Order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

    The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

    17 November 2025, 12:00 pm
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