The Cast Compass Podcast

Michelle & Lisa Cast
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A podcast for women navigating motherhood, IVF, career changes, and life transitions—hosted by Michelle and Lisa Cast, a married LGBTQ+ couple sharing 24 years of love, laughter, and lived experience. Blending personal stories with astrology insights, each episode helps you reconnect with your purpose, trust your timing, and take aligned action toward the life you’re meant to live.

Episodes

  1. Episode 12 – No One Fights Alone: Building Fertility Community w/ Kristen Palazzolo

    08/19/2025

    Episode 12 – No One Fights Alone: Building Fertility Community w/ Kristen Palazzolo

    🎙 Episode 12 – No One Fights Alone: Building Fertility Community w/ Kristen Palazzolo Infertility can feel so isolating—but it doesn’t have to. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Kristen Palazzolo, founder of the IVF Warrior Princess Fund and leader of a thriving fertility support community. From her own diagnoses of PCOS and endometriosis to loss, resilience, and ultimately motherhood, Kristen has turned her pain into purpose—and created a space where no one has to walk this road alone. 🎯 In this episode: Kristen’s journey through PCOS, IVF, loss, and motherhoodHow she built a supportive, global fertility communityThe mission behind the IVF Warrior Princess FundPractical advice for emotional support and self-care during TTCResources that made a difference for her, like Rebalance Acupuncture (Huntington, NY)✨ Learn more & join Kristen’s group: Instagram: @yourpalkristenSign-up form: ivfsupport.org📣 Reminder: After this episode, we’re taking the rest of the summer off to regroup and focus on our own IVF journey. We’ll be back in September with a fresh batch of episodes. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    33 min
  2. Episode 11 — The Astrology of Conception: Aligning with Divine Timing

    08/05/2025

    Episode 11 — The Astrology of Conception: Aligning with Divine Timing

    🎙 Episode 11 - The Astrology of Conception: Aligning with Divine Timing When it comes to TTC (trying to conceive), we know science matters—but so does soul. In this powerful episode, we’re diving into how astrology can support your fertility journey by bringing clarity, intention, and a much-needed sense of connection when the timing feels uncertain. Whether you’re actively trying to conceive, thinking about it down the line, or just fascinated by the intersection of timing and intuition—this one’s for you. 🎯 In this episode: What current transits like Jupiter in Cancer and Chiron in Aries mean for fertilityHow to spot TTC-supportive placements in your natal chartWhy the 4th and 5th houses matter in astrology for family and pregnancyOur favorite rituals for aligning with divine timingJournaling prompts to help release shame, call in support, and trust the processWhat astrology can’t predict—and why that’s okay📖 Journal Prompts to explore after listening: Where am I ready to receive support and possibility?What stories about my body or my worth am I ready to release?What would it look like to trust my timeline?✨ Astrology can’t give guarantees—but it can help you reconnect to trust, timing, and your own inner knowing. 📲 Want a fertility-focused astrology reading? Book your session now at www.thecastcompass.com #AstrologyOfConception #TTCJourney #IVFSupport #AstrologyPodcast #TheCastCompass 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    26 min
  3. Episode 10 — The State of Fertility: Science, Hope, and What’s Next w/Dr. Brian Levine

    07/29/2025

    Episode 10 — The State of Fertility: Science, Hope, and What’s Next w/Dr. Brian Levine

    🎙 Episode 10 — The State of Fertility: Science, Hope, and What’s Next w/Dr. Brian Levine If you’ve ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at the world of fertility medicine—from someone who’s shaping its future—this one’s for you. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Levine, founding partner of CCRM New York, to talk about how fertility care has changed in the last decade, why patient advocacy matters more than ever, and the emotional side of helping people build families. We also get personal—Dr. Levine shares the surprising moment that changed how he approaches his work, what he wishes more patients knew, and how CCRM continues to evolve fertility care with both science and heart. 🎯 In this episode: What inspired Dr. Levine to become a reproductive endocrinologistHow fertility treatment has advanced in the last 5+ yearsWhat patients should look for in a clinic—and in themselvesThe emotional weight of IVF, and how providers can better support itWhy CCRM focuses on both cutting-edge science and compassionate care✨ Learn more at ccrmivf.com 📲 Follow Dr. Levine on Instagram at @drbrianlevine If this episode gave you clarity, hope, or just made you feel a little more seen—we’d love for you to share it with someone who needs it. #IVFJourney #FertilityCare #TheCastCompass #TwoMoms #ScienceAndSoul #CCRM #DrBrianLevine 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    34 min
  4. Episode 9 - Back in the Ring: Preparing for IVF (Again)

    07/22/2025

    Episode 9 - Back in the Ring: Preparing for IVF (Again)

    Season 2 is here—and so is our next IVF cycle. In this episode, we’re bringing you into the real-time rollercoaster of preparing for another round of fertility treatments—while parenting a toddler, running a business, and trying to stay sane. We’re talking mindset shifts, emotional prep, and the very real weight of doing this all over again. 🎯 In this episode: What we learned from our first IVF experience (shoutout to 2020 us)Why this round feels harder and more hopefulHow we’re supporting each other differently this timeThe decision to document it all as it happensPlus: a few raw confessions and laughs along the wayIf you’re in the thick of TTC—or just love a good behind-the-scenes convo—this one’s for you. Let’s do this, round two. 📲 Ready to explore your chart with a fertility lens? Book your reading at www.thecastcompass.com #TheCastCompass #TwoMoms #IVFJourney #FertilityPodcast #LGBTQFamily #QueerMoms #Season2Premiere 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    22 min
  5. Episode 8 - Starting Something New: The Messy Magic of Building a Dream

    07/08/2025

    Episode 8 - Starting Something New: The Messy Magic of Building a Dream

    How do you build a brand, a business, a podcast, and a family—all at the same time? (Spoiler: You laugh. You cry. You accidentally say “left a taste.”) In this season finale, we’re reflecting on everything we’ve created so far—and everything we’re still figuring out. From TikTok growth (hi, 1K followers!) to messy LGBTQ+ pride stories, to the moments of doubt that come with dreaming big, we’re pulling back the curtain on it all. 🎯 In this episode: Why building The Cast Compass feels like our full-circle momentThe behind-the-scenes chaos you don’t see on InstagramThe weird in-between of belonging and not belonging in LGBTQ+ spacesA little reminder that your dreams can take years—and still be worth itA lot of laughs (including the now-iconic “left a taste” moment)Whether you’ve been here since episode one or you’re just finding us now—thank you. This is only the beginning. ✨ New episodes return soon with even more stories, strategy, and soul. 📲 Ready to explore your natal chart? Book your reading at www.thecastcompass.com #TheCastCompass #TwoMoms #PodcastLife #QueerEntrepreneurs #MessyMagic 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    17 min
  6. Episode 7 - The Power of Sleep: Restoring the Nervous System of Your Home w/Carolina Romanuk

    06/24/2025

    Episode 7 - The Power of Sleep: Restoring the Nervous System of Your Home w/Carolina Romanuk

    🎙 Episode 7 – "The Power of Sleep: Restoring the Nervous System of Your Home w/ Carolina Romanuk" 📅 Air Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 👭 Hosted by Michelle + Lisa Cast What happens when no one’s sleeping… and you’re too exhausted to figure it out? Enter: Carolina Romanuk, aka The Sleep Boss. As two moms who’ve been through NICU stays, reflux struggles, and a whole lot of sleepless nights, we know firsthand how overwhelming it can feel when nothing is working. In this episode, we share our honest journey through sleep training—and how Carolina’s signature method helped us find peace, rest, and sanity again. Carolina is a pediatric sleep consultant and board-certified healthcare practitioner, blending science and soul through her Sleep Trifecta System. Whether you're co-sleeping, contact napping, or somewhere in between—this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to reclaim your nights. 🎯 In this episode: How sleep (or lack of it) impacts the nervous system of the homeOur personal before & after with sleep training LeoWhy mindset is everything when it comes to sleepCo-regulation for toddlers + breaking the “cry-it-out” mythCarolina’s free audio training for parents new to sleep training$100 off her full Sleep Trifecta System Bundle with code SleepBundle100💤 Featured Resources: Free Audio Training (Start Here)Age-Appropriate Sleep Schedules (6m–3y)Full Course Bundle (Sleep Trifecta System) — use SleepBundle100 for $100 off!Energy Healing, Reiki, and Akashic Readings — get 20% off your first session by emailing hello@wellrootedliving.com and mentioning The Cast CompassChildren’s Emotional Wellness Books📲 Connect with Carolina: Website: sleeptrifectasystem.comIG: @carolinasleepbossYouTube: Well Rooted LivingPodcasts: The Flashlight + Tired by Twilight🎧 New episodes drop every Tuesday! Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share with a fellow tired parent. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    45 min
  7. Episode 6 - Saturn in Aries: A New Cycle of Bold Moves & Big Lessons

    06/17/2025

    Episode 6 - Saturn in Aries: A New Cycle of Bold Moves & Big Lessons

    If you’ve been feeling the pull to burn it all down and start fresh… Saturn might be behind it. 🪐 This week, we’re diving into what Saturn’s shift into Aries means for all of us — and why this transit is pushing you to take the wheel and lead your life with courage and clarity. We break down: What Saturn represents in astrology (no jargon, we promise)Why this transit matters — especially if you’re 30+ or navigating big changeHow Saturn is showing up in both of our lives right nowSigns you’re in a “Saturn moment” (spoiler: burnout, boundaries, boss moves)Journal prompts to help you work with it instead of resist it✨ Plus: We announce Michelle’s Summer Reset Coaching Container — a 4-week experience for women ready to realign, reclaim their energy, and step into what’s next. → Sign up here 🧭 Saturn Journal Prompts: Where am I ready to take full responsibility for my growth?What area of my life needs a total reboot?What boundary have I been avoiding—but know I need to set?📍Want to look up your Saturn sign? Start here: Astro.comAstro-Seek.com🌞 Meet Michelle IRL – Summer Solstice Night Market! The NY Solar Faire: Summer Solstice Edition 📅 Friday, June 21 🕕 6:00–10:00 PM 📍759 Long Island Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729 🎪 Over 100 vendors, live music, healers, intuitive readers (like Michelle!), food trucks, henna, crystals, and good vibes. 🌧 Rain date: June 28 Come say hi, get a mini reading, and feel the magic of the solstice in person. ✨ If this episode resonated, don’t forget to:  💫 Share it with a friend  💬 Leave us a review  📲 DM @thecastcompass to connect or book a reading Next week? We’re getting real about sleep, nervous system healing, and what changed when Leo finally started sleeping in his crib. Our sleep coach (and personal hero) is joining us, and you don’t want to miss it. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    24 min
  8. Episode 5 - Eggs, Empowerment & LGBGTQ+ Fertility w/Dr. Aimee

    06/10/2025

    Episode 5 - Eggs, Empowerment & LGBGTQ+ Fertility w/Dr. Aimee

    🎙 Episode 5 – “Eggs, Empowerment & LGBTQ+ Fertility with Dr. Aimee, The Egg Whisperer” 📅 Air Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 👭 Hosted by Michelle + Lisa Cast We’re back on the IVF prep train—this time with more clarity, more questions, and a lot more hope. And today? We’re joined by none other than Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, known to the world as The Egg Whisperer—a renowned reproductive endocrinologist, host of The Egg Whisperer Show, and one of the most trusted voices in fertility care. As two moms preparing for our next IVF cycle with Dr. Aimee by our side, this conversation is as personal as it is powerful. Whether you’re deep in the TTC journey or just curious about what fertility options really look like—this one’s for you. 🎯 In this episode, we cover: What age really means for egg healthWhy turning 35 isn’t a fertility cliffHow to be proactive—no matter your path to parenthoodHow to advocate for yourself with a providerNavigating IVF as an LGBTQ+ coupleWhat it looks like to work with Dr. Aimee (even virtually!)💡 Dr. Aimee’s Must-Ask Questions When you meet with a trusted medical provider, she recommends asking: What does my AMH say about me?Do you think I might have PCOS?Do you think I might have endometriosis?Do you think I might have a uterine anomaly?Getting pregnant and having the option to have a baby is really important to me— is there anything about my medical history, the medications I’m on, or my family history I should know about? I want to be as proactive as possible.📲 Connect with Dr. Aimee: 🔗 Website: eggwhisperer.com 📸 Instagram: @eggwhisperer 📺 YouTube: The Egg Whisperer Show 📚 Free Resources: eggwhisperer.com/blog 🎓 Egg Whisperer School: eggwhispererschool.com 💌 Book a consult: Egg Whisperer Concierge 🎧 New episodes now drop every Tuesday—so hit that follow button and don’t miss a thing. 💌 Know someone on the fertility journey—especially someone in the LGBTQ+ community? Share this episode with them. Let’s keep the support going. #TheCastCompass #EggWhisperer #IVFSupport #FertilityAwareness #TTCJourney #PCOS #Endometriosis #AMH #LGBTQParents #FertilityPodcast #TwoMoms #ReproductiveHealth 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    39 min
  9. Episode 4 - When You Know It's Time to Leave Your Career

    06/02/2025

    Episode 4 - When You Know It's Time to Leave Your Career

    There’s a moment when you realize: this path doesn’t fit anymore. In this episode, Michelle opens up about the moment she knew it was time to leave the career she spent decades building—and how scary, freeing, and aligned it finally felt to choose something different. We talk about permission to pivot, redefining success, and what it really looks like to listen to your gut—even when there’s no clear roadmap. Whether you’re at a major crossroads or just craving more purpose in the day-to-day, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to check in with what you actually want next. ✨ Bonus: Download our Career Compass Check-In worksheet to reflect on your own alignment  thecastcompass.com/the-cast-compass-career-check-in-june-2025 💫 Book a natal chart reading or apply for 1:1 coaching via thecastcompass.com 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    23 min
  10. Episode 3 - Family Building, Two Moms Style

    05/19/2025

    Episode 3 - Family Building, Two Moms Style

    This week, we’re sharing what it’s really like to build a family as two moms — the decisions we’ve faced, the unexpected emotions, and the truth about navigating IVF as an LGBTQ+ couple. We’re reflecting on the questions we wrestle with even now: When is the right time for baby #2? How do we manage grief, hope, and uncertainty all at once? And what happens when the path looks nothing like we expected? Whether you're on your own fertility journey, supporting someone who is, or just curious what it's like behind the scenes — this episode is for you. 💌 Have a question you want us to answer in a future fertility Q&A episode?  DM us on Instagram @castof2moms or leave a comment wherever you’re tuning in. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    32 min
  11. Episode 2 - The Unconventional Path

    05/12/2025

    Episode 2 - The Unconventional Path

    In this episode, we open up about what it’s really like to take the road less traveled—from choosing to stay true to our sexuality at a young age and loving one another unapologetically, to stepping out on our own as a young LGBTQ couple, leaving traditional career paths, and building a family through IVF. We’re sharing the messy, magical truth of choosing a life that doesn’t follow the rules—and the big, bold leaps we’ve taken to build the one we truly wanted. We talk about trusting your gut, redefining success, and embracing the detours that make your journey uniquely yours. If you’ve ever felt behind, out of sync, or like your life doesn't fit the mold—this episode is your reminder that your timeline is exactly right. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    33 min
  12. Episode 1 - Welcome to The Cast Compass

    05/03/2025

    Episode 1 - Welcome to The Cast Compass

    In our very first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and inviting you into our world. Meet your hosts, Michelle and Lisa Cast—longtime partners, moms, and co-navigators through IVF, NICU stays, career transitions, and everything in between. We’re sharing why we created The Cast Compass, what this podcast means to us, and how astrology helped us find clarity in some of life’s most overwhelming moments. Whether you're a millennial mom, navigating a big life change, or just looking for real, unfiltered conversations with a side of astrology—you’re in the right place. 🎧 Connect with Us Follow along for more real talk on life transitions, astrology, motherhood, and choosing your own path—on your timeline. 🌐 Website: www.thecastcompass.com 📸 Instagram: @thecastcompass 🎥 TikTok: @thecastcompass 📺 YouTube: @TheCastCompass ✨ Want more behind-the-scenes from our two-mom family life and fertility journey? Come hang out at @castof2moms 💫 Book a reading, apply for coaching, or download free tools at www.thecastcompass.com

    26 min
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A podcast for women navigating motherhood, IVF, career changes, and life transitions—hosted by Michelle and Lisa Cast, a married LGBTQ+ couple sharing 24 years of love, laughter, and lived experience. Blending personal stories with astrology insights, each episode helps you reconnect with your purpose, trust your timing, and take aligned action toward the life you’re meant to live.

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