Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Cecilia and Gràdh tackle the big questions like, how do you celebrate Samhain when you're in the middle of a major move? Should you eat the tails of random critters in the woods? Did Gràdh have an imaginary friend or phantom? And, did Cecilia cuss out a ghost? Links mentioned: MANNA Food Bank Asheville …

In the early hours of the morning on the 1st of December, at 6.21 am, the Moon conjoins exactly with the Sun in Sagittarius. We may not be able to see this happening but the power of it is unmistakable...Di Jemima Cainer

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! So sorry! The tech gremlins played a Samhain trick on us... This is the correct episode. We recorded this episode in July, and then it got pushed behind the Mabon one so we could get that one out before the holiday. And then there was some weather, Gradh is in the process of a major move, and Cecilia ha…

Under any Scorpio New Moon transformation feels inevitable. Under this one, the strength and resilience that we find ourselves with is particularly powerful...Di Jemima Cainer

The New Moon in Libra is also a solar eclipse. In the chart, Saturn, Mars and Venus form a Grand Trine across the water signs, with Mars in Cancer, Venus in Scorpio and Saturn still in Pisces. This is a wave of cosmic encouragement...Di Jemima Cainer

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Cecilia is back from vacation, Gràdh has been moving, and we’re recording in the evening, so our brains are a little…unfocused. It’s almost like we have ADHD or something. We do talk about Mabon and its place on the Wheel of the Year, the current state of Cecilia’s garden, our plans for celebrating, and…

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Gràdh and Cecilia talk about their respective in-person gatherings. They also talk about their summer reading goals (the fun kind). Books Mentioned: (affiliate links) The Wolf's Shadow - Cecilia's book set in the Ozarks The Philosopher and the Druids by Philip Freeman Other mentions: Chevron Trading Com…

The New Moon in Virgo is just in time for the end of the school holidays in the UK and marks the beginning of a new academic year. Astrologically, as Saturn in Pisces opposes the Sun and Moon, there is a sense of getting down to work...

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Gràdh and Cecilia discuss how to ethically handle difficult situations with magic. Is it possible to go to the spirit world for help without hexing or cursing? Also, it’s never too late to celebrate! Gràdh gets some big news, and we check in on our intentions. While the bookstore signing Cecilia’s talki…

The New Moon is at 12 degrees of Leo and makes harmonious aspects to a conjunction between Mars and Jupiter in Gemini and to the North Node in Aries. There is a drive for passionate fresh starts...Di Jemima Cainer

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! After a hiatus due to editor complications, we're back! We recorded this one in the spring just after the Eclipse. It’s interesting to revisit the shift in energy and perspective. Do you remember our annual intentions? That's okay, neither did Gràdh. Luckily, Cecilia wrote them down, so we review them a…

The New Moon in Cancer is in conjunction with Venus. We are offered what we truly need - nurturing, understanding and care. Under this New Moon, we feel compelled to build up a world around ourselves where we feel safe...Di Jemima Cainer

The Gemini New Moon is in exact conjunction with Venus. The planet of love lends her pleasure-seeking focus to the Moon in Gemini, the sign of changes, chats and connections...Di Jemima Cainer

The New Moon in Taurus, which occurs in the early hours of the morning, is incredibly powerful. When we look at the chart, we see immediately that there is an intense focus of energy on one side...Di Jemima Cainer

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Our intrepid hosts discuss Imbolc, which apparently is the perfect time for divination. Both share their favorite divination methods. Cecilia pulls a Tarot card, and Gradh works the Ogham sticks for interestingly complimentary readings. Synchronicity, anyone? Resources discussed: Wild Unknown Tarot Deck…

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! The nice thing about the year being a wheel is that it's never too late to set intentions or to publish them, right? Cecilia and Gradh talk about their intentions for their magical practices in 2024. They also give advice based on what they've learned so far, which touches on accessibility. You'll also …

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! Cecilia and Gradh introduce themselves and talk about how they met and the tipping points that led them to take up new(ish) spiritual paths in midlife. They also talk about how their INFJ personality type fits in with the synchronicities of their magical philosophies and lives. References: NOAA website …

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! What do you get when you combine a practicing witch who's also a psychologist and bestselling fiction author with a Druid who's a master architect and then add a generous dash of ADHD? The magical spell for a new podcast about discovering one's magical path in midlife! Join witch Cecilia Dominic and Dru…

This is the first New Moon of the Astrological New Year, and it’s also a solar eclipse. Aries New Moons are always symbolic of new beginnings. With the positive power of a solar eclipse, this also heralds unexpected opportunities and groundbreaking fresh starts...Di Jemima Cainer

The New Moon in Pisces promises new beginnings which come from letting go of whatever we might be clinging to. This New Moon, in the last sign of the zodiac, shows us that although things may not be what they once were, there is hope of renewed strength...Di Jemima Cainer

This Aquarian New Moon has a square aspect to Uranus (now direct in Taurus). The last time the New Moon was square to Uranus, the Moon was in Leo, back in August 2023. In Leo, this square called on us to be bold, original and to stand out...Di Jemima Cainer

The Capricorn energy of this New Moon calls for our commitment to grow and to meet our potential. It is time to get serious about what we feel we need to achieve...Di Jemima Cainer

Sagittarian energy is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of grand plans, great opportunities and enthusiastic endeavours. There is no wonder then, that this New Moon promises excitement, growth and expansion...Di Jemima Cainer

What do you find yourself unexpectedly clinging to? Why is it so hard to let go? The conjunction between the Sun, Moon and Mars in Scorpio is intensifying the Scorpionic demand for honesty...Di Jemima Cainer

New Moon is at 21 degrees and 7 minutes of Libra, and, although it will only be visible in some parts of the world, this energy is being enhanced by a potent Solar Eclipse...

The New Moon in Virgo is on the 15th September at 02:40 The New Moon in Virgo occurs at 21 degrees and 59 minutes of the sign. This is a gentle and supportive energy that will allow us to feel our way to solutions posed by the issues we feel around us. The New Moon is freeing you from unnecessary fretting and worrying about what you cannot control.…

Welcome back to our guest astrologer Jemima Cainer who is sitting in while Jaki takes a break. The New Moon in Leo is on the 16th August at 10:38 Though we cannot see the New Moon shining, we can still feel her power. We may find ourselves remembering what we have hidden from ourselves...Di Jemima Cainer

Welcome to our guest astrologer Jemima Cainer who is sitting in while Jaki takes a break. The New Moon in Cancer is on the 17th July at 19:32 The Moon in Cancer is in opposition to Pluto in Capricorn, the planet of riches, hidden truth, transformation and power. Pluto is often described as being a planet heralding war and disruption. But it can be …

The New Moon in Gemini is on the 18th June at 05:37 Strong vibrational waves break on the shores of the Earth. There is no denying the sound of their pounding on our beaches - and the potential positivity shining on the spray. We feel the effects of this energy as Sun and Moon unite in Gemini (with Mercury also I Gemini). We hear the urgent call fo…

The New Moon in Taurus is on the 19th May at 16:53 The New Moon on the 19th is intense. It’s a Black Moon – and Black Moons are considered strong, even magical, in their potency. Intentions and wishes have every chance of manifesting into reality...Di Jaki Miles-Windmill

The 2nd New Moon in Aries is on the 20th April at 05:12 The second Aries New Moon (conjunct the North Node) forms part of a T square opposite the South Node and square Pluto in Aquarius. A Total Solar Eclipse occurs with it. Four hours later, the Sun moves from Aries (symbolised by ‘the Ram’) into Taurus (the ‘Bull’). Shift, reboot and start again!…

Pluto's ingress into Aquarius is a momentous occasion! Hear Jaki's take on the energies we will be experiencing and the opportunities it may bring.Di Jaki Miles-Windmill

The New Moon in Aries is on the 21st March at 17:23 Sun, Moon, Mercury, Chiron and Jupiter – are all together in Aries, together in the heavens at the moment of New Moon - formidable gods on horse-drawn chariots with fire in their hearts and under their wheels (within first 16 degrees of Aries). Their combined strength spreads forcefulness and inte…

New Moon Opera Artistic Director Mallory Harding explains the two different opera traditions featured in our upcoming double bill, and interviews Dorian McCall about his roles as Don Annibale and Simone this weekend.Purchase tickets here: http://bit.ly/2HyDfBvnewmoonopera@gmail.comDi New Moon Opera

Trivia Question: https://goo.gl/forms/tHhjsq5nROdpOWaJ2Learn about the story and background of "Il Campanello" by Gaetano Donizetti. Listen until the end for a chance to win a free ticket to our double bill!Purchase to Il Campanello & Gianni Schicchi here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/il-campanello-gianni-schicchi-tickets-55173984874?fbclid=IwAR1lh…

Mallory Harding, Artistic Director of NMO, sits down with soprano Jessica Oliver to discuss the story of Gianni Schicchi.Read Mary Lutz Govertsen's article about Gianni Schicchi here: https://www.newmoonopera.org/single-post/2019/02/14/The-Story-of-Gianni-SchicchiPurchase tickets to our double bill of Il Campanello & Gianni Schicchi here: https://w…

New Moon Opera artists Rachael Long and Steven Michael Patrick have a conversation with artistic director Mallory Harding about how the opera audience experience has changed. They also play some fun opera games and talk about NMO's upcoming double bill of Il Campanello and Gianni Schicchi. Visit newmoonopera.org for more information.Be sure to like…

New Moon Opera's first episode featuring directors of Outreach, Leah Rockweit and Vera Bowser Schmitz. Get to know them, learn about our outreach program, and play some opera trivia games with us! Visit newmoonopera.org for more information about our opera troupe!Di New Moon Opera