The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers Podcast

Laurie Rivers Astrologer
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Astrology you can use every single day with astrologer and creator of The Framework, Laurie Rivers. Must have info to help you surf the cosmic tide. Applied astrology to help you navigate the weeks and years as we collectively move through massive systemic change.

  1. 4d ago

    Cosmic Build Up: Prep Week

    Learn, Grow and Explore in the Awake Space - CLICK TO JOIN This week on The Awake Space, Laurie Rivers looks at nostalgia, resilience, technology, AI, water resources, and the importance of knowing your next move during a period of massive systemic change. Laurie starts with a weekend trip to see Practical Magic 2, reflections on aging parents, family, memory, and why Mars in Cancer has us craving coziness, familiarity, and connection. She also shares updates on Living by Luna, the new LaurieRivers.com website, and how she intentionally worked with a Mercury transit to solve a long-standing technical problem. Then it’s Q&A: Venus retrograde and cosmetic procedures, how to calculate a solar return, aspect patterns in natal charts, and where astrologers might begin looking when researching AI and emerging technology. In the Ralph Report, Laurie reviews last week’s predictions against actual headlines before looking ahead at the astrology and potential headlines for September 13–21. The episode closes with a deeper discussion of AI, data centers, stressed aquifers, climate concerns, and why local action matters. The message throughout: knowledge by itself isn’t power. Power comes from knowing what you can actually do next. LINKS: Sign Up for Charts & Channeling with Laurie and Medium Matilda - September 26, 2026 GET YOUR TICKETS Grab 2027 Prepared by Laurie Rivers CHECK IT OUT TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Practical Magic 2, nostalgia & community03:13 – AI, technology, water & environmental concerns06:22 – 2027 Prepared + upcoming events08:22 – Living by Luna guided experience10:06 – Using Mercury transits to solve problems11:15 – Aging, family, mortality & making memories16:05 – Preparing for winter and creating coziness17:07 – Daily Insight coming to LaurieRivers.com22:01 – Astrology Q&A22:23 – Venus retrograde & cosmetic procedures23:16 – Solar return charts24:36 – Aspect patterns in natal charts26:27 – Where does AI show up in astrology?33:00 – Laurie’s thoughts on September36:04 – Simple practices for cultivating presence37:22 – The Ralph Report: what Laurie got right40:51 – Astrology and headlines for September 13–2149:57 – Water resources, aquifers & data centers53:24 – Will AI kill us all?54:12 – AI misuse, regulation & human agency55:01 – Why local action matters57:04 – Managing heavy energy and finding your next move

  2. Sep 7

    Cosmic Ripples: New Moon in Virgo

    Join The Awake Space to stay informed, equipped and connected patreon.com/theawakespace Light Your Torch: The Power of Presence, Purpose & Deconstructing Astrology The world feels uncertain—but uncertainty doesn't have to become paralysis. This week, Laurie explores how to move beyond fear, reclaim your agency, and become solution-oriented during times of rapid change. Inspired by the legacy of Gloria Steinem, she examines why imagination is an act of courage, why presence is a form of resistance, and how astrology becomes far more powerful when used as a tool for observation rather than prediction. Laurie also shares a reading of her new essay, "Astrology Deconstructed," answers a listener's question about using astrology for career decisions, reviews recent prediction highlights in The Ralph Report, and closes with guidance for this week's Virgo New Moon. Show Links: 2027 Prepared: Astrology Based Planner & Workbook Awake Space Magazine September 2026 00:00 Light your torch: Choosing hope over fear09:00 Reading Astrology Deconstructed43:30 Gloria Steinem's astrology and legacy50:08 Career timing: Can astrology help you choose your next move?57:07 The Ralph Report: Recent prediction highlights1:04:42 This week's global forecast1:17:06 Virgo New Moon intentions and practical guidance Why presence is your greatest source of personal powerGloria Steinem's lasting influence and what comes nextRethinking astrology through observation instead of determinismBreaking inherited beliefs and cultural conditioningHow to use astrology to make better decisionsForecast highlights for the week aheadVirgo New Moon journaling prompts and intention settingKnowledge isn't power unless you know your next step. In This Episode

  3. Aug 31

    Cosmic Courage: September Astrology Wisdom

    Join The Awake Space Community at patreon.com/theawakespace This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie Rivers looks ahead at September 2026, breaks down the fear surrounding claims that the U.S. power grid is about to collapse, and explains the difference between evidence-based forecasting and fear-driven divination. After an emotionally intense eclipse week, Laurie reflects on loss, legacy, and the inspiration she found in Dolly Parton’s decision to put people before profit. Laurie also introduces the upcoming 2027 Prepared planner and workbook, explains how the different Awake Space membership levels are evolving, and shares updates on Healing the Money Wound, coming May 6, 2027. Then it is time to separate fear from fact. Laurie explains why the U.S. does not operate on one single national electrical grid, how the Eastern, Western, and Texas interconnections function, and why localized blackouts do not automatically signal a nationwide collapse. Ralph returns with the latest accuracy report, including earthquake activity, flooding, power outages, transportation disruptions, nuclear-related headlines, labor actions, extreme weather, and other predictions from the previous week. Finally, Laurie moves into the September forecast with a look at political shakeups, storms, flooding, transportation disruptions, geopolitical tensions, financial uncertainty, seismic activity, food recalls, regulatory developments, and the changing energy of the first week of the month. The larger September theme is simple: anchor your authority internally. Strengthen self-trust, increase your tolerance for uncertainty, practice presence, and stop letting fear-based content make your decisions for you. CHAPTERS 00:00 Eclipse aftermath, Dolly Parton, and choosing people over profit05:37 2027 Prepared and upcoming Awake Space changes09:00 Healing the Money Wound and making information accessible12:40 Understanding the Awake Space membership levels15:00 Divination vs. forecasting19:54 Why the U.S. power grid is not about to collapse27:27 Ralph Report: Reviewing last week’s predictions31:55 Magazine updates, Saturn cycles, and Virgo guidance37:27 September 2026 overview and major themes42:03 Building self-trust during uncertain times44:24 September 1–7 forecast: weather, politics, markets, and travel49:06 The energy shift heading into the second week of September51:23 Moving through systemic change without catastrophizing 2027 Prepared by Laurie Rivers BUY NOW Laurie also introduces a new prediction format organized around weather and geology, politics and global affairs, the economy, travel, and fascinating or unexpected stories. REMEMBER: Knowledge is only power when you know how to make your next move.

  4. Aug 24

    Cosmic Tsunami: Pisces Lunar Eclipse

    This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie Rivers breaks down the intense astrology building toward the Pisces Full Moon and partial lunar eclipse, and why this energy does not have to be something we fear. The pressure has been building. Anxiety, anger, exhaustion, frustration, and uncertainty are running high. But this Full Moon also carries tremendous creative potential. The question is: What are you going to do with it? Laurie explains how to move out of overwhelm and into applied, sustainable action. Instead of scattering your energy through doom scrolling, outrage, or endless conversations about what is wrong, this is an opportunity to get organized, identify what you can influence, and make your next move. In this episode: The Pisces Full Moon and partial lunar eclipse Mercury conjunct the Sun and the square to Uranus Why friction can become highly creative energy Turning anxiety, anger, and frustration into productive action How to stop disqualifying yourself and recognize your actual skills Preparing without panic or fear Listener questions about house size, the Ascendant, rising signs, sports, and astrology The Ralph Report and recent prediction hits Laurie's forecast for weather, seismic activity, international tensions, technology disruptions, and other potential headlines How to stabilize yourself before making major decisions Show Links People join for the astrology and stay for everything else - Join at patreon.com/theawakespace What's in the Headlines? Aug 23-30 CLICK HERE Book a session with Laurie CLICK HERE CHAPTERS 00:00 | The Energy Is BuildingWhy this is a week for turning pressure, frustration, and exhaustion into action. 13:02 | Fear, Conflict & What Laurie Actually SeesNuclear fears, the Middle East, Turkey, NATO, and separating responsible forecasting from fear-driven astrology. 19:08 | Rage, Systems & Collective ActionWomen, systemic failures, community support, and why anger needs somewhere productive to go. 28:27 | Three Ways to Channel the EnergyTake inventory of your strengths, support each other practically, and use your voice. 40:22 | Full Moon Rocket FuelHow the Pisces Full Moon and Mars can propel goals, planning, and meaningful action. 53:00 | Listener Astrology QuestionsSmall houses with multiple planets, late-degree Ascendants, the fisrst house, rising signs, and changing cultural interests. 01:14:00 | The Ralph Report + Weekly PredictionsA look back at recent prediction hits followed by Laurie's forecast for August 22 through 30. 01:24:50 | How to Ride the Cosmic TsunamiStabilize first. Get clear. Then act. Laurie closes with practical ways to work with uncertainty and intense Full Moon energy. 2027 Prepared releases September 3, with special pricing for Awake Space members. Laurie also shares updates about upcoming astrology classes, the September Awake Space Magazine, readings and consultations, and the next 2027 Prediction & Preparation event. Knowledge is only power when you know how to make your next move. Listen in, get grounded, and get ready to use the energy instead of letting the energy use you.

  5. Aug 17

    Cosmic Undertow: Gear up for Pisces Full Moon

    In S7 Ep 41 your host Laurie Rivers is focused on preparing your for the Pisces Full Moon on August 28. This week she helps you see how the current online discourse is the distraction to siphon your energy so that you're not taking action that helps you build your security and make your next moves. Laurie answers astrology questions from Awake Space Community Members, gives highlights from What's in the Headlines? (Weekly predications) and reads the first section from her article "Retrogrades: The Real Story" from The Awake Space Magazine Aug 2026. Show Links: Aug 2026 Issue Awake Space Magazine Love & Sex in Astrology Seminar (Free For Supporting Members) Click Here Understand Your Pluto In Aquarius Transits CLICK HERE Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and core themes 02:11 Upcoming full moon and astrological significance 04:20 The influence of outer planets and astrology methodology 06:29 Understanding Pluto's cycle and generational impact 10:06 Mars in Cancer and current social themes 20:53 The upcoming Pisces full moon and collective revelations 23:42 Deconstructing social programming and patriarchy 30:02 Preparing for cosmic undertow and systemic change 34:45 Historical use of astrology in decision-making 40:14 Why house sizes vary in astrology charts 43:23 Sensitivity to lunar cycles and personal astrology 46:08 Jupiter return at age 48 and personal growth 55:26 Sneak peek into the 2027 astrology planner 01:02:04 The impact of stellium and misconceptions in astrology 01:03:01 Weekly predictions and Ralph's forecast 01:12:28 Astrological insights into global events this week 01:16:34 Virgo season and sample horoscopes 01:29:09 Self-examination and mindful engagement with social outrage

  6. Aug 10

    Cosmic Clash: Steven Forrest Controversy and a Solar Eclipse

    Join the Awake Space to explore how to use astrology in practical and liberating ways! This week on The Awake Space Astrology Podcast, Laurie tackles the Steven Forrest controversy and addresses the idea that Western Tropical Astrology is exclusionary or a rip off of Vedic. (Find source material links below) Laurie traces the fascinating development of astrology from ancient Mesopotamia through Greece, India, the Islamic world, medieval Europe, and into modern practice. She explains why Western Tropical and Vedic/Jyotish astrology are distinct traditions, how scholars exchanged knowledge across cultures, and why astrology has always evolved alongside our understanding of humanity. She also shares why she developed Progressive Evolutionary Astrology, an approach centered on the complexity of human experience rather than rigid binaries, limiting labels, or outdated interpretations. Plus, Awake Space Magazine Subscriber questions, this week’s Ralph Report, and a look at the August 12 Leo New Moon and solar eclipse. Chapters 00:00 — Welcome & What’s Ahead03:49 — The Steven Forrest Controversy13:15 — Moving Astrology Forward29:21 — The Real History of Western & Vedic Astrology47:02 — Mundane Astrology & the U.S. Chart51:10 — Your Astrology Questions Answered01:05:00 — The Ralph Report01:11:01 — August 12 Solar Eclipse & Leo New Moon Astrology has never existed in a vacuum. It has grown through observation, mathematics, cultural exchange, scholarship, and generations of astrologers asking better questions. This episode explores that history while looking toward what astrology can become next. Show Links: July Archivist Report on Laurie's Predictions Citations: Please note that some information is debated by scholars. Encyclopaedia Iranica — Horoscope, David PingreeEncyclopaedia Iranica — Astrology and Astronomy in Iran, David Pingree & Christopher J. BrunnerEncyclopaedia Iranica — ZodiacEncyclopaedia Iranica — PlanetsBill M. Mak — The Date and Nature of Sphujidhvaja’s Yavanajātaka ReconsideredCambridge History of Science — Translation and Transmission of Greek and Islamic Science to Latin ChristendomPlease note he was an astrologer (astronomers and astrologers were not separate occupations until the 18th century) https://mathshistory.st-andrews.ac.uk/Biographies/Al-Biruni/ https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-history-of-science/islamic-astronomy/DBE63FFD4918F948F362A66DE721C022Plato Tiburtinus who translated Ptolemy into Latin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plato_TiburtinusAlso not mentioned directly in the podcast, but given the Islamic Empire was very vast throughout it's history I decided to look up what might be in Timbuktu which still houses literature that goes back over 1000 years. Here's an article that might be very interesting - remember, there was not division between astronomy and astrology until the 18th century. https://www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-2014-12-02-africas-ancient-astronomers-made-their-mark-in-culture-folklore

  7. Aug 3

    Cosmic Ripples: Reinventing Yourself In The Chaos

    August is a month that asks a different question than most of us are used to answering. Instead of asking what's happening out there, it asks: Who are you becoming in the middle of it? This week, Laurie explores the defining astrology of August 2026 and why the coming planetary shifts; from Venus entering Libra and Mars entering Cancer to the powerful Pisces Full Moon eclipse are less about reacting to the world's chaos and more about examining your own beliefs, motivations, and direction before taking action. Against a backdrop of political upheaval, economic uncertainty, extreme weather, and constant distraction, Laurie shares practical ways to stay grounded, reconnect with your values, and rediscover meaning without becoming consumed by the collective noise. Along the way, she pays tribute to legendary astrologer Joanne Wickenburg, whose scholarship and lifelong commitment to observation helped shape Laurie's own approach to astrology and reminds us why thoughtful study matters in an age of opinions and algorithms. Listener questions cover finding joy in uncertain times, the Uranus opposition and midlife reinvention, protecting your energy, grounding practices, and how astrology can become a practical framework for understanding yourself rather than simply predicting events. If the world feels louder than ever, this episode is an invitation to go within and challenge yourself to shifting your inner landscape to help shape a life experience worth diving into. Episode LINKS July Archives: Accuracy Report AFA Joanne Wickenburg Books Consultations with Laurie BOOK HERE Time Stamps 00:00 – Remembering Joanne Wickenburg and her legacy07:00 – The teacher who changed Laurie's career forever18:00 – August astrology: self-examination before reaction23:00 – Finding meaning and joy during uncertain times33:20 – Understanding the Uranus opposition and midlife reinvention37:25 – Astrology Q&A: city charts, eclipses and Saturn returns43:15 – Protecting your energy and grounding during collective chaos54:25 – Community updates, August classes, The Ralph Report and what Laurie is watching next

  8. Jul 27

    Cosmic Rift: Aquarius Full Moon

    S7 Ep 38 Your host Laurie Rivers walks you through the astrology of August which technically kicks off with the July 29th Aquarius Full Moon. Show Links: Awake Space Community on Patreon True or Mean Node? Click for Article Astrology Consults with Laurie & the astrologers CLICK TO BOOK The Aquarius Full Moon is one of the most powerful lunations of the year. With Pluto, Jupiter, Uranus, Mars, and Venus all creating intense planetary dynamics, Laurie explains why this is not an ordinary Full Moon and why the days surrounding it could bring historic events, geopolitical escalations, disruptive weather, technology shocks, and major leadership developments. More importantly, she explores how this same energy can become a catalyst for personal liberation. Rather than reinforcing old limitations, this Full Moon invites you to break through outdated beliefs, reclaim your agency, and use disruption as an opportunity for transformation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode 01:24 The cosmic rift: Full moon conjunct Pluto and opposition to Jupiter 02:20 How to navigate the energy of the full moon and upcoming astrological events 05:14 Predictions for August 2026: Environmental, political, and social insights 09:47 The importance of directing your narrative and beliefs 11:02 Managing systemic change: Strengths, community, and discernment 16:53 The significance of local action and self-sufficiency 22:42 Predictions for wildfires, environmental issues, and political shifts 28:50 Using astrology for personal empowerment and systemic liberation 37:35 The shadow concept in astrology and shadow work 40:48 Collective and personal impacts of lunar transits 56:35 The full moon in Aquarius: planetary aspects and global impacts 01:02:01 Potential leadership changes and global upheavals 01:12:45 Practical advice for navigating the energetic chaos 01:15:12 Community, self-care, and grounding practices 01:17:05 Upcoming projects, courses, and community support

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