The Week of January 5th, 2026: New beginnings with Mars and Venus

Episode 264In 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 6thVenus’ conjunction with Mars on Wednesday, January 7thThe Mars cazimi on Friday, January 9thVenus’ opposition to Jupiter on Friday, January 9thThe Sun’s opposition to Jupiter on Saturday, January 10thMars’ opposition to Jupiter on Saturday, January 10thThis 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.

Episode 263In 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 29thMercury’s square to Neptune on Friday, January 1stMercury’s entrance into Capricorn on Friday, January 1stThe end of Chiron’s retrograde on Saturday, January 2ndThe Full Moon in Cancer on Sunday, January 3rdThis 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.

Episode 262In 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 23rdVenus’ entrance into Capricorn on Wednesday, December 24thThis 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.

Episode 261In 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 16thThe New Moon in Sagittarius on Friday, December 19thThe Sun’s square to Neptune on Saturday, December 20thVenus’ square to Saturn on Saturday, December 20thThe Solstice and the Sun’s entrance into Capricorn on Sunday, December 21stThis 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.

Episode 260In 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 8thThe end of Neptune’s retrograde on Wednesday, December 10thMercury’s opposition to Uranus on Wednesday, December 10thVenus’ square to the lunar nodes on Wednesday, December 10thMercury’s trine to Neptune on Thursday, December 11thMercury’s entrance into Sagittarius on Thursday, December 11thMercury’s sextile to Pluto on Saturday, December 13thMars’ entrance into Capricorn on Sunday, December 14thThis 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.

Episode 259In 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 2ndFull Moon in Gemini on Thursday, December 4thMercury’s trine to Jupiter on Saturday, December 6thMercury’s trine to Saturn on Sunday, December 7thThis 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.

Episode 258In 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 24thMercury’s conjunction with Venus on Monday, November 24thVenus’ trine to Jupiter on Wednesday, November 26thVenus’ trine to Saturn on Wednesday, November 26thThe end of Saturn’s retrograde on Thursday, November 27thThe end of Mercury’s retrograde on Saturday, November 29thVenus’ trine to Neptune on Sunday, November 30thVenus’s entrance into Sagittarius on Sunday, November 30thThis 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.

Episode 257In 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 17thMercury’s sextile to Pluto on Monday, November 17thMercury’s re-entrance into Scorpio on Tuesday, November 18thMercury’s opposition to Uranus on Wednesday, November 19thMercury’s trine to Neptune on Wednesday, November 19thThe New Moon in Scorpio on Wednesday, November 19thThe Mercury cazimi on Thursday, November 20thUranus’ sextile to Neptune on Thursday, November 20thThe Sun’s opposition to Uranus on Friday, November 21stThe Sun’s trine to Neptune on Friday, November 21stThe Sun’s entrance into Sagittarius on Friday, November 21stMercury’s trine to Saturn on Saturday, November 22ndMercury’s trine to Jupiter on Saturday, November 22ndThe Sun’s sextile to Pluto on Sunday, November 23rdThis 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.

Episode 256In 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 10th, 2025, asks us to rewind and review. Jupiter (the planet of abundance) highlights where we’ve been growing and healing — and where we still need to level up. And Mercury (the planet of communication) backtracks over to Mars (the planet of action), stoking tensions and tricky — but necessary — conversations. Make room for thoughtful honesty and all the goodness that can come from it.This episode covers:The start of Jupiter’s retrograde on Tuesday, November 11thMercury Rx’s conjunction with Mars on Wednesday, November 12thThe Sun’s trine to Jupiter on Sunday, November 16thThis 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.

Episode 255New drop alert: We just launched 12 new Sleep Stories in the CHANI app — one for each sign of the zodiac. Open your app and head to the Listen tab to refresh your favorite bedtime ritual, reset your rest, and reconnect with the cosmos as the nights get longer in the Northern Hemisphere.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 3rd, 2025, is jam-packed. Mars (the warrior planet) moves into Sagittarius and faces off with Uranus (the cosmic disruptor), the Full Moon in Taurus raises important questions about wealth and security, and Venus (the planet of desire) slips into Scorpio, revealing our hidden wants and unmet needs. It’s time to buckle up and dig deep — into our relationships, our resources, and our shadows. You ready?This episode covers:Mars’ trine to Neptune on Monday, November 3rdMars’ entrance into Sagittarius on Tuesday, November 4thMars’ opposition to Uranus on Tuesday, November 4thThe Full Moon in Taurus on Wednesday, November 5thMars’ sextile to Pluto on Thursday, November 6thVenus’ entrance into Scorpio on Thursday, November 6thUranus’ re-entry into Taurus on Friday, November 7thVenus’ square to Pluto on Friday, November 7thThe start of Mercury’s retrograde on Sunday, November 9thThis episode was recorded on 10/28/2025.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.