The Radiance Project: Recent Episodes
Heidi Rose Robbins: Poet & Astrologer
Understanding astrology through the lives of humans who do good work in the world, with a dash of poetry every episode.
Heidi shares some life and astrology updates as well as some truly soothing anedotes and poems.
In this episode of The Radiance Project, Heidi sits down with artist, writer, and modern keeper of the epistolary arts, Kathryn Hastings.
Through her studio, Kathryn Hastings & Co., Kathryn creates heirloom wax seals designed to last for at least 300 years. Each seal is crafted as fine art — merging historic tools, time-honored symbolism, and meticulous innovation.
Kathryn reimagines tools of devotion and communication for modern life and generations to come. Her work has been featured on the cover of Victoria Magazine, and in Veranda, Grazia, and The Art of Correspondence. She is also the host of the podcast One Sealed Letter, where she explores the history and enduring relevance of handwritten expression.
In this conversation, Heidi and Kathryn explore:
- The sacred slowing down of handwriting
- Why permanence matters in a disposable age
- The beauty of excellence and refinement in daily ritual
- The power of objects that outlive us
- And how artistry becomes devotion
Astrologically speaking, Kathryn is a Virgo Sun, Virgo Moon, and Taurus Rising — an earthy trinity of devotion, craftsmanship, and embodiment. And with Venus in Libra in the 6th house, refinement becomes love made visible.
For more on Kathryn: @kathrynhastingsco, kathrynhastingsco.com
Follow Heidi: @heidiroserobbins, heidirose.com
In this episode, Heidi reflects on spaciousness, commitment, and the emotional weather of our times. After a week of meeting new clients and preparing to begin a six-month class herself, she explores what it means to grow over time — and how rest, creativity, and community become lifelines in seasons of collective intensity.
We are being asked to carry more than we can always name. And yet, through astrology, poetry, and the steady work of love, mountains can move.
This episode weaves together current astrological shifts, stories of unity and peace, and three powerful poems that remind us of impermanence, devotion, and hope. Heidi closes with a reminder that this is not a time to go silent. This is a time to create. To love. To show up.
In This Episode: * Creating spaciousness without guilt * Emotional processing in a rapidly shifting world * Community as medicine * The Saturn–Neptune conjunction in Aries + eclipse season (and workshop!) * Why art and spiritual courage matter right now * Personalized Moon Notes (a new offering!) * Radiant Life Retreat (Oct 6–11) - join the early interest list at assistant@heidierose.com
Poems Featured: * "What Belongs to Us" — Marie Howe * "If There Are Any Heavens" — E.E. Cummings * "Lessons in Trying to Save the World" — Nikita Gill
Heidi Rose Robbins, Astrologer & Poet: heidirose.com, IG: @heidiroserobbins
Luminosity Community
In this deeply grounding conversation, Heidi talks with beloved yoga therapist and meditation teacher Jillian Pransky, author of The Power of the Pause and Deep Listening.
Drawing from over three decades of teaching and a long apprenticeship with Pema Chödrön, Jillian shares how the simple—but radical—act of pausing can become medicine for our times.
Together, Heidi and Jillian explore:
- what it means to stop in the midst of a rushing world to meet ourselves with compassion
- how to listen more deeply to the life moving through us
- the neuroscience of slowing down
- how embodied awareness restores clarity
- why presence is a skill we can practice anywhere—especially when life feels most chaotic.
This episode is a gentle invitation to soften, to breathe, and to rediscover the profound power of the pause.
About Jillian: Jillian Pransky is an international yoga and meditation teacher, author, and yoga therapist who has taught at Omega Institute, Kripalu, and numerous mindfulness centers worldwide. She has studied with Pema Chödrön for more than 25 years and brings together somatic wisdom, neuroscience, and heartfelt storytelling in her work. Her teachings have been featured in The New York Times, O: The Oprah Magazine, and Yoga Journal.
Resources Mentioned:
- The Power of the Pause
- Jillian's Website
A podcast of astrology, poetry, inspiration and very good company indeed! In this special holiday episode, Heidi shares some beautiful poetry and welcomes guest Gin Gavran for a warm, reflective conversation.
Connect with Gin and learn more about her free daily moon movement series for January 2026:
Instagram: @gingavran
Substack: gingavran.substack.com
Very good company indeed- Kendra Smith from Lunar League joins Heidi to discuss astrology, martial arts, and movement.
Heidi's back from the October Radiant Life Retreat with thoughtful updates, heartfelt poetry, and inspiring new ways to connect.
Heidi returns with reflections on summer, the eclipses, and today’s equinox- along with a selection of luminous, deeply moving poetry.
Heidi checks in to share some beautiful poetry, some exciting updates, and to encourage us all to hold hands and "Let life. It wanted me to tell you that." - Em Claire
Heidi catches us up on life lately, rolls astrology dice to spark fresh reflections and reads some beautiful poetry.
Heidi reflects on her year of deepening and softening and shares some beautiful poetry.
Heidi shares updates on Mars, along with podcast and writing exercise recommendations, and some beautiful poetry.
Heidi welcomes the full moon and shares heartfelt reflections on love letters, creativity, and problem-solving.
Heidi is back from her Radiant Life retreat and is sharing some of her personal breakthroughs along with beautiful poetry
Heidi shares some updates along with some beautiful, profound poetry, reminding us (and herself) to embrace both deepening and quieting.
Heidi reflects on the most recent Radiant Life retreat and shares some beautiful poetry.
Heidi is up early the morning the Radiant Life Retreat gets underway. She shares some thoughts about eclipse season and a couple of poems.
Heidi is thrilled to talk with Kristen Fahy about “professionaling”.
Kristin is a C-level executive with over 20 years working in the healthcare and life sciences industries. She is a patent holder and author who recently released her first book, Professionaling is Hard, 22 Lessons to Help Make It (a Little) Easier - a book that seeks to bring levity and perspective to people on their own career journey.
Kristin has played a foundational role at several startup companies and spent many years in client services as a consultant and market researcher. All of those experiences supplied her with many, many lessons she only wishes she’d learned sooner.
She finds true professional fulfillment in helping to illuminate possibilities for individuals and companies, and supporting them in identifying optimal pathways to bring their visions to life. When not professionalling, Kristin loves to spend time being active outside and connecting with the people she loves.
Connect with Kristin:
Website | Instagram | Podcast
Heidi welcomes Judy Tsafrir and celebrates her new book Sacred Psychiatry (linked here.)
Heidi celebrates her 300th episode by sharing beautiful poetry and some exciting things that are coming in 2024!
Heidi reflects as her hairstylist of 23 years retires. She also shares some fantastic goodies coming in 2024 and some beautiful poetry.
Heidi returns from the Radiant Life retreat to share some thoughts on the Taurus lunar eclipse as well as some beautiful poetry.
This week we revisit our interview with Shannon Watts, the founder and a full-time volunteer with the nation’s largest grassroots group fighting against gun violence, Moms Demand Action.
We looked at the major career events in Shannon's life, starting from the fateful day, December 14th, 2012 when the heartbreaking and tragic school shooting took place at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Shannon was moved to reach out via a small Facebook post to other moms who were also outraged by the tragedy and the rest is history.
With nearly 10 million supporters and a chapter in every state, Moms Demand Action and its partner, Everytown for Gun Safety, have stopped the NRA’s priority legislation in statehouses roughly 90% of the time, and passed hundreds of gun safety laws across the country, changed corporate policies and educated Americans about secure gun storage. This grassroots movement helped break through the logjam in Congress and pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the first gun safety bill in 26 years.
Shannon is also active in recruiting and training women to run for office at all levels of the political spectrum. She was named one of Glamour’s 2022 Women of the Year and her book, Fight Like a Mother: How a Grassroots Movement Took on the Gun Lobby and Why Women Will Change the World, was released in May of 2019.
Shannon's story reminds us that one person can make a huge difference in tackling what seems like insurmountable problems. Tell everyone if they want to make their voices heard about gun safety to text 64433 or go to the Moms Demand Action website (momsdemandaction.org) for ways to get in touch with your representatives.
#momsdemandaction #shannonwatts #astrologyreading #astrologypodcast #careerpodcast #chartyourcareer #everytownforgunsafety
Heidi shares the poetry of Kat Siladi, as a doorway into the present, precious, luscious moment.
Poetry Grab Bag
Heidi offers some insights on the New Moon of Taurus and does a sort of poetry raffle, randomly reaching into her treasure trove of poems to share a few! Enjoy!
These women are doing incredible work in the animal and people kingdom. Katya is a Life Coach for Dog People and works to rescue and re-home dogs. And Jenny has Better Together Dog Rescue and finds homes for hundreds of pups every year. Together they work to support the people that support the animal kingdom. Do not miss this episode.
Heidi welcomes you into the thick of her Thursday and shares a bunch of great poetry to soothe and uplift!
Heidi shares poetry, now one year after her father’s passing. She also shares some opportunities for us to gather several times in the next few months!
Heidi shares some thoughts about the Full Moon of the Aquarian season and offers 3 beautiful poems.
Heidi shares a bit about her Thanksgiving Holiday and also offers some wonderful Holiday gift suggestions!
As the sun leaves Scorpio, Heidi and Ellen come together to welcome Sagittarius. It’s time to DREAM, move, gallop or envision. Set new goals and give yourself permission to pursue them. Sagittarius blazes a trail to the horizon, inspiring and uplifting all she meets on the way.
Heidi’s good friend Jules Blaine Davis has a book coming out today! It’s call Kitchen Healer; The Journey to Becoming You. They celebrate and dive into the bounty of this book-- full of poetry and beauty and nourishment.
Heidi explores David Whyte's words: "Vulnerability is a fierce kind of discipline" and also dives into the second half of the zodiac exploring Saturn conjunct the moon.
Heidi debriefs after the Radiant Life Retreat and begins to explore the deeper meanings of Saturn conjunct the moon.
Heidi shares some thoughts about deep receiving and full-bodied rest and reads you 3 poems she loves!
Sarah and Heidi delve into the Moon. They talk about the phases of the Moon, the intuition and ritual. And they also, as ever, read some beautiful poetry!
Heidi tells the story of her daughter leaving for college. (Hint: It was a big life moment.)
Heidi tells the story of her daughter leaving for college. (Hint: It was a big life moment.)
Heidi welcomes a fellow poet and teacher, Jeannette Encinias. They talk about the power of poetry and share many poems from Jeannette’s book, Queen Owl Wings.
Heidi talks about the Full Moon of the Leo-Aquarius polarity. She also shares a new poem that gives off Pisces vibes.
Heidi explores what it is to befriend our resistance. She also tells the story of meeting one of her great teachers, Lily Cornford and Lily’s work with Kate Bush!
This is one of Heidi's favorite interviews from the early days of the Radiance Project. Ty is a Leo with an Aries Moon and Taurus Rising.
Heidi talks about rest, resting and being rested. Join Heidi for a little necessary REST.
Heidi shares some new exciting news about an in-person astrology class and also dives deep into the opportunities a Scorpio moon presents.
Today Heidi is a guest on Glennon Doyle's podcast "You Can Do Hard Things" - listen in for a few teasers!
Heidi shares a powerful dream she had just a few days ago about her dad and then lets you in on some very big news! And invites your help!
Heidi talks about poems as invitations to live more richly, colorfully and more in the flow of love..
It’s a full astrological week! Heidi shares some thoughts about Jupiter in Aries and the Wesak Full Moon of the Taurus Season! She also reads a great poem about grief and shares a joyful wedding story that is filled with love love love.
Vintage Episode: Kate and Heidi talk about slaying dragons, being 15, writing for musical theatre and crying happy tears. Kate is a Leo Sun with Cancer Moon and Cancer Rising.
Heidi shares moments from last week's retreat and memories of her dad in honor of his birthday.
Heidi takes a peek at two charts of people very much center stage at the moment. Ukraine’s president Zelensky AND writer, performer and public speaker, Alok Menon.
Heidi shares a bit about her journey over the last few weeks as she said good-bye to her father.
In this vintage episode, Heidi and her father, Michael Robbins, deep dive into the planet Mercury.
Heidi talks about her commitment to have more fun! And also how good it feels to really show up on the page.
Heidi shares some thoughts about Mercury retrograde which begins today. She may also mention what she had for dinner and the animal card she chose for the year.
Heidi shares a few poems and reflections about time off, listening and telling the stories of our lives.
Heidi is giddy about the rain. As Jupiter has just moved into Pisces and Pisces rules the rain and poetry and music, she shares a little of each. She also takes us on a journey of Jupiter in Pisces through all the houses of the zodiac! Listen in and take notes!
Heidi shares a poem she wrote that she recently found tucked away. And Kate (Heidi’s daughter) sings us into the holidays.
Heidi explores the New Moon of Sagittarius and the solar eclipse. And she reads a beautiful poem by her husband, Andrew Heffernan.
Heidi shares a bit about what this new eclipse season will offer, launching November 19th.
Heidi shares a new theory about how to unfold your day starting with the placement of the moon.
Heidi and Day talk about ritual, impermanence, and beauty. Day has created an altar from the natural world every day for 7 years. His new book “Hello, Goodbye: 75 Rituals for Times of Loss, Celebration and Change” will be out this January! Day is a Scorpio with an Aries Moon and Sagittarius Rising.
Heidi and Carole talk about Carole's artistic journey through the last 2 years and the beauty that helped her navigate grief and loss. They explore how her flower prayer paintings got underway and talk about her new show in San Francisco! Carole is a Sagittarius Sun and Moon with Virgo Rising.
Heidi explores just how important the Moon position is in our astrological charts and offers a few thoughts about how to outgrow any resistance or habitual behavior connected to the Moon sign! Come along for the ride!
Heidi woke up early to meet the day. She reads some poems and share some exciting news about events soon to come!
Heidi shares some deeply personal and hopefully UNIVERSAL writing all about Saturn returns and navigating the tough stuff.
Johnny is back! After a solid check-in, Heidi and Johnny Ray Meeks read poetry together and reflect on their fellow humans and how to help one another lead better, more easeful, more meaningful lives!
And they laugh a lot too.
Elizabeth Rainer (Heidi’s friend of old) recently went back to Maine and discovered boxes of letters and journals in her mother’s basement. Heidi and Elizabeth share journal entries from the same day long ago and a letter Heidi wrote after she fell in love as well. Too much fun!
Heidi was feeling blue and not wanting to record a solo episode! So out of the blue, Heidi calls Johnny Ray Meeks for a chat and feels much better by the end! You will too!
Heidi invites us all to sit with our sadnesses and love too much and as Ellen Bass writes "feel the invisible tug between you and everything."
Patrice and Heidi ask a very Virgo question: Why does WORK have to carry such weightiness and effort? Does it have to feel like TOIL? Or can it be LOVE in action? Join them for a deep dive into Virgo and redefining work.
Patrice and Heidi ask a very Virgo question: Why does WORK have to carry such weightiness and effort? Does it have to feel like TOIL? Or can it be LOVE in action? Join them for a deep dive into Virgo and redefining work.
Heidi’s daughter Kate is back from camp and back on the podcast. They talk about her magical summer and senior year and some of the astrological transits that were at work this summer.If you haven’t listened to the first episode with Kate 3 years ago, be sure to check that out as well. Big love.
Today we look back at one of the vintage Radiance Project episodes! Venus is one of the most important planets. Learn all about where Venus is in your chart and how to make the most of it!
After an 11 hour sleep, Heidi woke up with a poem in mind. She shares that and a few astrological goodies.
Did you know that Aquarius rules Hernias? Heidi didn’t either until she talked with her astrologer father about the zodiac and health. If you haven’t heard Michael Robbins before, you can tune into some of the earlier Radiance Project episodes. This is another installment of Heidi’s talks with her father. This one was recorded in Finland! Big love.
Heidi is back and coming to you from Finland. She reads you poetry and reflects on the last 6 weeks from a little gazebo in the Finnish woods!
Heidi’s husband, Andrew, has just released a new poetry book called “In Search of Lions.” Today Heidi shares some of his new poetry as well as a few of her own.
Heidi talks with Sarah Dickey about her work with prenatal and perinatal psychology. What is your birth story? Do you know the circumstances under which you were born? Sarah and Heidi discuss how our Birth story impacts our lives even today. Sarah is a Capricorn Sun, Scorpio Moon and Sagittarius Rising.
Heidi dives into the meaning of Jupiter entering Pisces. This happens only once every 12 years.
Heidi dives into the book “Thin Places” by Kerri Ni Dochartaigh and explores the astrology of the author. It’s a profoundly poetic and healing book, exploring the idea of belonging, coming home to oneself and healing.
Heidi welcomes Taurus by exploring the life and work of Belgian-American poet, May Sarton!
May authored over 53 books in her lifetime! She was a Taurus Sun, Sagittarius Sun and Sagittarius Moon.
Kasia and Heidi talk about Kasia’s new book “Unbound: A Woman’s Guide to Power.” Kasia is the founder and CEO of The Academy, a school that teaches women the foundations of power and influence. Over the course of nearly 20 years, Kasia has worked as a professional dominatrix and practiced Taoist Alchemy in one of the oldest female-led monasteries in China. You don’t want to miss this conversation!
Love poems and Birthday charts! Heidi talks about Solar Returns, reads poetry and shares exciting news about a new course! POEMS "Love Does That" Meister Eckart and "Love" by Czeslaw Milosz
Heidi explore's Maya Angelou's chart. She is an Aries Sun, Leo Rising and Libra Moon POEMS "Still I Rise" and "On the Pulse of Morning"
Heidi explore's Maya Angelou's chart. She is an Aries Sun, Leo Rising and Libra Moon POEMS "Still I Rise" and "On the Pulse of Morning"
Sharing an old episode with my beloved father, Michael David Robbins; we talk astrology, love, patrons, teachers and gratitude. Dad is an Aries Sun, Cancer Rising, with an Aquarius Moon.
POEMS
Heidi Rose Robbins
"I - You"
"This Fragile Tower"
Hafiz
"I Know the Way You Can Get"
LINKS
Morya Federation
Makara.us: audio & webinars
Seven Ray Institute
Personality Identity Profile (PIP)
Tapestry of the Gods
We explore Pisces-- poetry, compassion and memory. And Heidi shares a writing prompt about a Summer Camp romance! POEMS Exiled by Edna St. Vincent Millay The Bell and the Blackbird by David Whyte
By way of Welcoming Pisces, Heidi shares the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay and offers some reflection on Pisces themes and invitations! POEMS "Recuerdo" "What Lips my lips have kissed, and where and why" "Dirge without Music" by Edna St. Vincent Millay image via poets.org
Heidi checks in and reads some gorgeous poetry about tender and beautiful parts of living. POEMS "Icarus" by Robert Cording "The Poet with His Face in His Hands" Mary Oliver "Sentimental Moment or Why did the Baguette Cross the Road" by Robert Hershon "Weathering" by Fleur Adcock LINKS Kristine Oller's Letters: https://kristineoller.com/category/thoughts/ Wyoh Lee's Book: https://www.wyohlee.com/fuckingawesome
Jeff and Heidi have a deep and rich discussion about Aquarius and all the ways we are collectively experiencing this energy throughout this year! POEMS "Break" by Brooke McNamara "The Healing Time" by Pesha Gertler
Nicole and Heidi talk about her broken foot, Whoopi Goldberg, stand-up, Virgo-ness and the delight of falling in love with some new poems. POEMS "First Poem for You" and "I Want a Red Dress" by Kim Addonizio and "The Way I feel" by Nikki Giovanni
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi welcome the sign of Aquarius at this pivotal and unprecedented time. POEM "After a Destructive Encounter" by John O'Donohue
Deborah and Heidi talk about her work with women and mojo, the year of the ox and what it's like to have an Aquarius Moon with Cancer Rising! POEMS "Basket of Figs" by Ellen Bass "Want" by Carrie Fountain
Heidi offers the solace of poetry at a threshold moment -- precarious and painful -- in our country. POEMS The Threshold / Kim Krans' Wild Unknown Archetypes "Government" and "Before the Fire" by Marie Howe "This Fragile Tower" by Heidi Rose Robbins
Heidi welcomes the New Year with Poetry! POEMS "An Essential Worker's List of Pandemic Chores for the Kids" by Wendy Stead "I want that Goose to be a Tree" by Brooke McNamara "This is a Hammer" by Maya Stein www.heidirose.com // @heidiroserobbins
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi welcome Capricorn and delve into the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius. POEM "To be of Use" Marge Piercy
Heidi and Samantha talk daily writing practices & process, the power of private creation, the sensitivity of a 12th house Taurus sun, Cancer moon and how those energies align with her artist-entrepreneur mama self, a storyteller of her lineage. POEMS "I am Not Old" "Vagina" and "What it Means to Be a Woman" by Samantha Reynolds
Sasheer Zamata is my guest. We talk about comedy, race, best friends, and nesting! POEMS "For Nothing is Fixed" James Baldwin "The Hermitage" by Maya Stein "A House Called Tomorrow" by Alberto Rios
Heidi shares portions of her twelve new astrology books with her family! POEMS: "The Blessing of the Old Woman, The Tulip and The Dog" by Alicia Suskin Ostriker "Summer Kitchen" by Donald Hall
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi welcome the sign Sagittarius! Poem Have You Ever Tried to Enter the Long Black Branches by Mary Oliver
Heidi takes a look at the next few weeks through an astrological lens to help summon clarity, faith and healing. POEMS: "Faith" by David Whyte "Stay" by Jan Richardson
Heidi shares some of her writing from early in the quarantine. READINGS: "Center Down" "Why You Should Pick Me" and "Thank you" by Heidi Rose Robbins
Heidi reads poems about autumn and shares her East Coast visit. POEMS: "Perhaps the World Ends Here" Joy Harjo "Fall, Leaves Fall" Emily Bronte "Song For Autumn" Mary Oliver "Lake and Maple" Jane Hirshfield "First Fall" Maggie Smith
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi talk about the Scorpio Month ahead. It's full of surprises and the need to hold the course. Scorpio's lesson: we are not in control. We must practice the deepest surrender. 10/27: Mercury and Venus retrograde into Libra. Election week: Mercury squares Saturn and then moves direct at 9:50 AM PST on November 3rd 11/10: Mercury moves into Scorpio (Supreme Court to hear about the ACA) 11/12: Jupiter/Pluto conjunction 11/13: Mars goes direct (big fight, or fighting for big change) 11/15: New Moon Poem "I Imagine the Gods" by Jack Gilbert Ellen's website: www.ellenfondiler.com Artwork by Wyoh Lee
Caitlin and Heidi dive into Election Day politics. Who might win and why? (Full Disclosure: I am a great supporter of the Biden/Harris ticket)
Season Four of The Radiance Project begins again with its original premiere guest, Elizabeth Rainer. Heidi and Elizabeth explore the power of a Pluto transit; Elizabeth shares stories of her dance with the death and rebirth inherent in the power of Pluto.
The moon rules our physical body, is deeply connected to our home, mothers, lineage and the patterns of our past. Pluto breaks down, empowers, heals -- it's a destroyer and a builder. Sometimes, it needs to destroy first.
Sexy Moonlight welcomes this three-year celebration, as Heidi reads some gorgeous poetry and reflects on the current Saturn-conjunct-Pluto energy, new eras, and wonderful guests during these first three years of The Radiance Project. POEMS "Praise What Comes" Jeanne Lohmann "A Blessing For the Epiphany" Jan Richardson "Cutting Loose" William Stafford "The Real Work" Wendell Berry "The Whole Picture" Heidi Rose Robbins
Buckle your seatbelt and keep your heart open: Ellen and Heidi welcome Libra-- the sign of peace, diplomacy and right relationships. It might be a fight to get there. Transits they touch on: September 29th: Mars Square Saturn (which moves direct) October 2nd: Venus moves into Virgo October 4th: Pluto moves direct October 9th: Mars square Pluto October 13th: Mercury retrograde October 22nd: Sun moves into Scorpio on the 3rd Presidential debate Quote: "Never forget that justice is love in public" - Cornel West Poem: "A Barroom View of Love" by Hafiz Chart Your Career: send a voice memo career question to heidi@heidirose.com
Heidi talks all about the New Moon in Virgo and the the Jupter-Saturn-Pluto conjunction and where it lands in your chart! POEMS "Touch the Earth (once again)" by Juan Felipe Herrara "When they Sleep" Rolf Jacobsen
Heidi and Amanda talk about the love-based practice of Feng Shui and how to make it accessible, joyful, and a life long practice. Also: micro-quitting, Amanda is a Capricorn Sun, Pisces Moon and Leo Rising. POEMS "Last Night While I Was Sleeping" by Antonio Muchado "Rend Your Heart" by Jan Richardson LINKS https://simpleshui.com/ @amandagibbypeters
In-Q and Heidi explore the catalyzing power of poetry. They delve into the power of questions and how those questions activate the wisdom and problem solving power of the group. He is a Gemini sun, Aquarius moon, and Capricorn rising. POEMS Poems from 'Inquire Within" by In-Q: "Learned Fear" "Dreamers" "Keep Loving: Part III" LINKS https://in-q.com/ https://www.instagram.com/inqlife/ https://www.facebook.com/INQlife/ https://www.youtube.com/user/INQonline
Rachel and Heidi dive deep into questions about beauty. Rachel is a double Scorpio, so as a make-up artist, beauty is NOT just skin deep. Rachel is a Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Rising and Libra Moon. POEMS "Read My Lips" and "Let Yourself Love Her" by Heidi Rose Robbins LINKS https://www.rachelgoodwin.com/ @rachelgoodwinmakeup @makeupmuseumofficial @prettycuriousshow
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler welcome Virgo. They talk politics and poetry. (And horror films!) There's a lot going on in the heavens this month. Listen in to engage more fully with the energies available. POEMS "Blessing the Body" by Jan Richardson
Heidi and Maya steep in Maya's delicious and deep poetry. They speak of listening, living in the present tense, childhood and empowering one another to create. POEMS by Maya Stein "What Wasn't Erased When the Hard Drive Failed" "The Velocity of Tulips" "Who is left holding the Peanuts" LINKS https://www.mayastein.com/
Britten is an intuitive life coach, writer and teacher working from the perspective of alternative healing traditions. (She is a fellow astrologer!) Britten reimagined herself a few years ago and left behind her career in academia to steep in the healing arts. POEMS "The Quiet Power" Tara Sophia Mohr "Sparks" Samantha Reynolds LINKS brittenlarue.com @brittenlarue
Britten is an intuitive life coach, writer and teacher working from the perspective of alternative healing traditions. (She is a fellow astrologer!) Britten reimagined herself a few years ago and left behind her career in academia to steep in the healing arts. POEMS "The Quiet Power" Tara Sophia Mohr "Sparks" Samantha Reynolds LINKS brittenlarue.com @brittenlarue
Jolie Kobrinsky joins Heidi for Episode 180. We dive deeply into the energy of Transiting Uranus conjunct the Sun! Inviting in challenge, growing, innovating. The new, the cutting edge, that has a different take. POEMS "Sometimes a Wild God" by Tom Hirons
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi talk about all things Leo, the upcoming full moon, what we can expect for the month, and the reminder of Leo: Never compromise the true radiant Self. POEM Star Tree by Hiro Boga
Heidi uses her own life as an example to offer insight into the journey of the Progressed Moon! Everyone should do this for their own charts!
How many minutes of the day can I stay connected to the wisdom of the heart? Heidi shares the astrology of the day, a few poems and stories and offers up some practices for staying plugged in to our wide, wise hearts. POEMS "Snow Geese" by Mary Oliver and "Mind Wanting More" Holly Hughes
Heidi shares poetry for these ever changing times, takes a look at the upcoming Full Moon and offers some suggestions about what to do if we are feeling restless or pent-up! POEMS "Chickpea" By Rumi "Seeing for a Moment" by Denise Levertov
Heidi journeys through the zodiac sharing the Soul Phrase and its interpretation for each sign! POEM "Colors Passing Through Us" by Marge Piercy
Heidi journeys through the zodiac sharing the Soul Phrase and its interpretation for each sign! POEM "Colors Passing Through Us" by Marge Piercy
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi talk Cancer: treating the world like family, intelligent creation, but also home and boundaries, and sometimes crabbiness. They touch on the now-happening Mercury retrograde, the new and full moon of Cancer, and talk about Cancerian people including Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, and the Dali Lama. POEMS 'The House of Belonging" by David Whyte
This week's episode is a poetic hug from Heidi and her husband, Andrew Heffernan, who shares one of his new poems.
Heidi looks at the journey of Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius as it relates to the journey of Equality and eradicating racism.
"Evil" by Langston Hughes
Heidi and Hillary talk about storytelling and the Rashomon effect. Hillary is a Taurus Rising, Taurus Sun and Capricorn Moon. POEM "The Bell and the Blackbird" by David Whyte, "Weren't we Beautiful" by Marjorie Saiser LINKS Tellmeastory.info Rashomon Podcast
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi do the Gemini thing, and talk talk talk about connection, sharing ideas, Venus retrograde and Mercury in Gemini, and talk about http://www.moreloveletters.com/, how it's a great time to learn (check out Heidi's new workbook!), the new moon on May 22nd, Mercury square Neptune, a time to reflect and write and dream! POEMS "Twice Blessed" by David Whyte
Heidi talks a bit about what it is to BLESS. POEM "Things to Do in the Belly of the Whale" Dan Albergotti
What do you love? What do you value? And how? Heidi further explores the power of Venus in our charts. POEM "The Last Good Days" by Lynn Unger
Heidi and Laurie Wagner talk about the power of showing up on the page, the invitation to show up just as we are, the permission to write imperfectly. They talk about a life of writing practice and all the beauty it brings. LINKS https://27powers.org/27-wildest-days/ POEMS "25 things about me" by Laurie Wagner "The Raincoat" Ada Limon "Do you have any advice for those of us just starting out?" Ron Koertge
Jennifer Louden and Heidi discuss her new book all about reigniting our desires and writing a new story that we can wholeheartedly love. LINKS https://jenniferlouden.com/ POEMS "Blessing for Courage" by Jan Richardson and "I Will Try" by Mary Oliver
Miranda Barrett and Heidi discuss well being at the physical emotional and mental levels, the power of silence and gift of poetry.
Kristan and Heidi explore the beauty and power of shadow work as exquisite medicine for these times.
Heidi and Kristine explore the texture of this transformative time. Kristine offers ways of navigating grief and being fully present to this moment we are living NOW. POEMS "Heartbreak" by David Whyte "There is a Brokenness" by Rashani and "Blessed are You Who Bear the Light" Jan Richardson
Elizabeth Rainer and Heidi read poems to one another & you to soothe our souls during these uncertain times. POEMS "The True Love" by David Whyte "Yes" and "Cutting Loose" by William Stafford "Lost" by David Wagoner "Silence" by Heidi Robbins "Holding On" by Katherine Fiveash
Ellen and Heidi talk about all things Aries during this uncertain and potent time. POEMS: "Kin, Skin, Kind" by Heidi Robbins and "Pandemic" by Lynn Ungar
Heidi offers some reflection on the astrology of this moment and reads a couple of poems to invite us into a deeper peace. POEMS "Blessing for the Longest Night" by Jan Richardson and "Breathe" by Lynn Ungar
Heidi is her own good company and share many beautiful poems that replenish and help us reset. POEMS "Lie Down" by Nancy Paddock "A Settlement" and "Morning" by Mary Oliver "Take Love for Granted" by Jack Ridl "Being a Person" by William Stafford and "I'm Planting a Garden" by Heidi Rose Robbins
This is a special one. Get ready to be surprised. Joe Hallam and Heidi reverse roles and Joe interviews the Heidi — asking about the poet self, the teacher self and the tender (sometimes unspoken) self. Joe invites a deep dive. Heidi is an Aries, with Leo Rising and a Capricorn Moon. POEMS "Nameless" and "I Want to Tell You" by Heidi Rose Robbins from her book, This Beckoning Ceaseless Beauty
The Sun moves into Pisces today. Ellen Fondiler and Heidi talk about all things Pisces. Pisces rules the imagination, spirituality and the power of surrender. It's also the great sign of compassion.
Alisa and Heidi talk about two minutes for peace, gratitude and being a big cheerleader for our kids’ basketball teams. Alisa is a wonderful mindfulness teacher and yoga instructor, a social worker and psychotherapist. She works with Veterans around trauma giving them tools for increased serenity and joy. Heidi and Alisa had some good, necessary Moon in Capricorn laughs. Alisa is a Taurus Sun, Cancer Rising, Capricorn Moon. POEMS "The Buddha’s Last Instruction" by Mary Oliver “Be Still” by Mark Hartley
Heidi gets to talk with her little brother. (Oh the joy!!!) They talk about childhood, building and designing homes, philosophy and sweet ache of being parents. POEMS "For Mathew" by Heidi Rose Robbins and "No Longer a Teenager" by Gerald Locklin
Heidi And Sue-Kate go through Sue-Kate’s bucket list both long term and for 2020. This is the most refreshing bucket list you will ever hear. Much needed laughter. Poems: “In the End” and “The Last Word” by Tara Sophia Mohr
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler dive into the fixed air sign of Aquarius. Aquarius rules democracy, group innovation and the New Age. We need a dose of Aquarius right about now!
Arrowyn (Pisces Sun, Cancer Moon, Cancer Rising) shares her work with The Resilience Toolkit, addressing trauma in our bodies. Heidi And Arrowyn talk about what it means to be truly relaxed and how we can find that kind of peace and ease in our bodies. They also talk about what it feels like to have a Sun, Moon and Rising sign all in Water!
POEMS
“Where I’m At” by Anders Carlson-Wee
"On a Cliff With You" by David Allan Cates
Heidi launches the New Year with an exploration of the upcoming January 12th Saturn/Pluto conjunction. She also shares some gorgeous poetry - inviting us to stay attuned to all the beauty in the ordinary moments of living. POEMS "The Dog Might be Dying" by Maya Stein "Meeting the Light Completely" by Jane Hirshfield "Unison Benediction" by May Sarton "Not in Vain" byEmily Dickinson
Ellen Fondiler and Heidi discuss the Sun moving into Capricorn and the huge Capricorn stellium.
Heidi is just about to dive into 5 days of silence and shares a little about how it all feels.
Heidi is just about to dive into 5 days of silence and shares a little about how it all feels.
Wendy and Heidi talk about her new book called "The Mistress of Longing." We read her poetry aloud and consider ways to welcome a greater softening and longing into all our lives.
Heidi welcomes her soon to be sister in law to talk about boxing, speech pathology and fighting the good fight. Katy is a Leo Sun with Scorpio Rising and a Sagittarius Moon.
Heidi delves into the necessity of silence, solitude and sanctuary -- a beloved and often visited theme!!
Ellen and Heidi take a deep dive into mystery and intensity, tenacity and power of Scorpio Poem "The Well of Grief" by David Whyte
Heidi and Erin study Erin's chart in depth, exploring Virgo, Gemini and Capricorn in particular. They look at the natal, progressed and transit chart for a complete astrological picture!
Poems: "The Patience of Ordinary Things" by Pat Schneider
Wyoh joins Heidi in this episode to talk about this coming January’s Pluto-Saturn conjunction in Capricorn, along with Jupiter, the Sun and Mercury also in Capricorn, then look at Pluto conjunct Jupiter in April.
We explore the fifth house and what it means to have 3 different planets in 2 different signs all contained in one area. My 5th house is a mystery to me. Can you tell me what it means to have 3 planets in 2 different signs and how you’d interpret what the means for creativity and children? OR I’m also interested in my North Node - what does my chart say about my purpose? - Eileen Poem: "From Out of the Cave" by Joyce Sutphen
Heidi answers two questions -- one about The Part of Fortune and one about the right timing to make a career shift! She also shares a beautiful poem the moment an ordinary day becomes holy ground. Do you think the part of fortune means anything ... mine made so much sense to me in terms of acting career and playfulness and improv (aquarius! 5th house!) but.... you tell me!!! - Sue Kate and I am currently in an alright job. It pays the bills, my coworkers are nice, and I'm able to do the work well. However, I feel like I can do more. I want to LOVE my job. But, I'm scared to take the risk. What if what I do next is worse than it is here? What if I have to take a pay cut to get into the field I wish to pursue (HR)? I'm nervous to take the jump. Is there a time coming up where taking that jump would make sense? Is it worth the risk? How will I know that the opportunity is right? -Kelly Poem: "Everyday Grace" by Stella Nesanovich
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss all things Libra as the Sun enters this initiating, collaborative sign. Poem: "Indigo" by Ellen Bass
Shana is returning to work she loves and hopes to have the support to see it through and grow her business. Heidi explores transits to the Midheaven that say "Yes" to this new chapter Heidi, Over a year ago, I left my job as a psychotherapist to work a desk job for my brother’s law firm. This was a pragmatic move: my family needed benefits, and the desk job provided them. After a difficult year of doing work I don’t enjoy - and the emotional complications of working for my sibling - I have realized that I really just don’t like working for other people. I don’t want a boss - nor do I want to be the boss of anyone. I have decided to return to my therapy practice. I will be part of a group of therapists that engage in consensus decision making while at the same time, I will essentially be working for myself. At times I feel excited about this upcoming change, but more often I am overwhelmed by anxieties and doubts. I struggle with imposter syndrome, I wonder if I’ll be good enough, I fear I’ll make a big mistake.... I want to bring creativity and beauty into my work with others. I want to be humble and I want to inspire. But overthinking takes over and saps me of innovation and energy. This is true in many areas of my life. For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a writer - and while I’ve composed a few poems and stories I feel good about, this critical overthinking - the nonstop narratives - freeze my creative flexibility, stop me before I’ve even started, and convince me to stay small. I am just beginning to learn about astrology and I wonder if this has to do with my moon in Gemini? And since my moon in Gemini is in the seventh house, I will say this overthinking shows up in my partnership as well - and I am married to a beautiful soul. (I had my chart read once, almost 20 years ago, and the astrologer told me that my marriage planet is afflicted.) I am wondering how to best understand and work with this astrological placement (or whatever placements may be relevant here), and how I can get out of my own way so that I can connect to and create beauty - whether it be in my career, relationships or creative pursuits (which I see as all connected anyway...). Many thanks for considering my question! -Shana Poem: "I Can No Longer Be Contained" by Heidi Rose Robbins
Heidi explores the position of the EARTH in the astrological chart. Hi Heidi! I've been listening and enjoying your podcast for awhile now and have recently became a Radiant member which has exposed me to your fantastic Charting Your Course classes. Something struck me in your 5th class about Mars. In the first 10 minutes you mention Earth and its significance. I've never thought about this before but you explain how Earth's position in your chart is directly opposite your Sun. So I would have Earth in 0'13" Sagittarius in the 5th house, and according to the decans, Sag/Sag. You explain that Earth represents our practical manifesting work. I have my Sun in opposition to Uranus but now I know that my Earth is sitting right next to Uranus. Can you help me put this into perspective in terms of career? I'm very much ready for a change in my career but have always valued stability and am afraid to make a leap that may cause instability. This new found Earth next to Uranus may be the shake up perspective I need? Sorry for the long question but I never thought about Earth as part of a chart! — Stephen Poem: "It's All Right" by William Stafford
Heidi takes a look at a 1st house Stellium with 8 major planetary positions all in a row. What does this mean? How can one use such a potent line up? I have a massive stellium in the first house and I want to know what it means for my life's purpose. Am I here just to figure my own self out or is there a higher calling? -Lex Poems "I Want to Breathe" by James Laughlin "Celtic Vow" by Anonymous
Heidi explores Neptune transiting the Sun through Etty's chart and how this can both dissolve a current life circumstance and also increase and deepen our connection with the divine. Poems "Lost" by David Wagoner "Saint Francis and the Sow" Galway Kinnell
Heidi explores a chart with Leo Sun and Leo Rising and offers a Leo exercise we can all do to help boost confidence and presence.
Elizabeth Rainer joins me from Brooklyn to address the question "What happens when the Moon and Rising Sign are in the Same Sign?" We also read a great poem and laugh a lot. Poem "Instructions for the Journey" by Pat Schneider from Poetry of Presence: An Anthology of Mindfulness Poems by Phyllis Cole-Da
Heidi addresses the question about exact time of birth in astrology. She also sounds a rallying cry to ignore astrologers who make broad sweeping statements about the quality of your entire life. Dear Heidi, I found your podcast online,it’s great, I listen at work! I’ve always been interested in astrology.I did have my chart done a long time ago.The only things I can remember the astrologer said were that my life would be a struggle and that I have lots of conflict.Anyways those words stuck with me and it was kinda true.I know everybody is different,but most of the Capricorn’s I know,were all kinda similar. My question is I get so stuck in my head ,is there a way for us Capricorn’s to lighten up a bit, Help Earthbound Capricorn AND from Rochelle- My question is: If we are unable to get the time of birth for a person, how accurate are the charts in terms of the planet placements? Since we cannot get the ascending planet, then we cannot get houses right? But we should be able to get moon within reason? Are there any fixes? A lovely, educational podcast on this cluster of questions would be so wonderful to me. Charade Poem "Sifter" by Naomi Shihab Nye
Heidi addresses the Libran dilemma. Should Rina wait for a possible partner to have a child or dive into the single parent journey? I have reached a crossroads in my life and I have been putting off making the decision. I am a single woman who wants to have biological children. I would really love to do this with a partner, but I have not found him yet. I finally have become comfortable with the idea of doing this by myself, but I struggle with the idea of letting that dream go. Do I continue dating and give myself more time or just take the leap? What do the stars tell me? Thank you for your thoughts! Big Love Poem "Afterwards" by William Stafford
Heidi addresses all the places to look for pregnancy or childbirth in the astrological chart. I have wanted to be a mom my whole life, and for the past few months the desire has grown tenfold. My partner is not ready for kids (but says he will be in a few years), and my bank account isn’t either, but the desire and literal dreams about having a baby are intoxicating. Is something in the stars stirring this? Is there a movement coming that will help carry this dream? -Anonymous Poem "The Second Music" by Annie Lighthart
Heidi discusses Sarah's chart and the journey of healing-- from instability and addiction-- to standing in one's fullness and offering one's gift. Sarah is a Sagittarius with a Virgo Moon and Capricorn Rising. Hi Heidi :) Thank you for your wonderful podcast. I JUST stumbled across a couple of days ago by looking up the word radiant. My question is in relation to my two biggest life challenges - or opportunities for growth shall we say ;) I have had an eating disorder most of my life. I developed anorexia at the age of 14, and then became bulimic at around 16. Since then, I have been on a slow and steady road to deep spiritual healing, self-love, bodily awareness, and mental strengthening that has allowed me to become my most authentic healthy self and express myself in a way that is balanced and fulfilling. My question is in relation to how long it has taken me to move through the lessons and understanding involved in my eating behaviours and thinking pattens. I have done this almost entirely on my own (as in, no professional help), largely due to a lack of financial resources at varying stages of my life. Interesting, as I am actually now a psychologist (as well as a singer-songwriter) :) Creating a work that I love AND having it be financially viable has been my second challenge - to create a confidence in my financial flow and the energetic giving and receiving. Anyway.. I remember when I was 15 having a moment of connection with God/The Universe where I heard a voice say to me that my road to recovery with my eating disorder would be long, but that when I did rise beyond it completely, it would be lasting and nothing would be able to take this away from me. I am wondering, does this align with my chart and being a Sagittarian - or am I drawing this out unnecessarily? I do feel the strongest and the happiest I have ever been, but there are still some niggling behaviours and I wonder if I am hanging onto them because I am telling myself the road was going to be long. I also feel sad sometimes thinking that I am 36 and this is still a part of my life. At the same time, I think of the poem Ithaka that you shared (love it!), and can't help but feel that everything is happening as it is meant to. That I am right on track. That this is my fragrant journey to Ithaka. Love to know your thoughts :) Poem "Sometimes, I am Startled Out of Myself" by Barbara Crooker
Heidi talks about how a Cancer Rising can offer her gift and emerge from "behind the scenes." I have spent most my life 'protecting' my authentic self from the world, only allowing to express in private. As I get older I am finding a real push toward expressing who I really am in public because not doing so is becoming extremely painful. Doing this seems to go against my nature (or conditioning)? How can I use the energies of my chart to speak, communicate, and express myself to the world more? I find myself not willing to do it if authenticity is compromised. I would like to explore Chiron in Gemini a little more in the 11th house...maybe there are some answers there? Or maybe there are some clues in less obvious places. Thanks Heidi! Poem "A Poem for my Daughter" by Teddy Macker
Ellen and Heidi discuss the upcoming season of Virgo. POEM "There Was a Time I Would Reject Those" by Muhyiddin Ibn Al'Arabi
Heidi explores how to reframe the stories we tell ourselves about our astrological charts. Heidi, I suffer from OCD and have since I was 13. I’m receiving therapy and with medication function well as an art teacher. I also love astrology and struggle with making sense of my four major placements being hypercritical and controlling (Leo sun libra rising moon Capricorn, mars in cancer, Venus in Virgo). I wonder how much my birth chart has influenced my OCD symptoms and what I can learn to be more compassionate with myself and my mind. -Shannon Poem "How to (Belong) Be Alone" by Paidraig O Tuama
Heidi talks about relationships, intimacy and the 7th House, answering this listener question: Hi Heidi, Can we talk about the 7th house? I have Sun, Moon, Venus, Saturn and the north node on the 7th, and it’s also my descendent. What does it mean relationship wise? I’m single and looking for partnership . Also my moon and Venus are in Aquarius, although I resonate with many Aquarian traits, I feel too emo. How do I make sense of these contradictions? Thanks. Love, Leticia Poem: "Sorry not Sorry" by Maya Stein
Heidi looks at transiting Jupiter on a Sagittarius Rising Sign and Transiting Neptune on natal Saturn.
Heidi answers relationship and career questions. She talks about the Progressed Moon and how the 2 year cycle of the Progressed moon profoundly affects our lives.
Heidi shares some poetry and answers several astrological questions from her listeners:
Elizabeth:
I have Venus on my ascendant which I love but it falls in the 12th house. The 12th house is still a bit murky for me... Can you explain further? I am always just thinking it means that it is a hidden blessing or something that is veiled. I get it and I am also puzzled by it.
Val:
With Saturn being in my 10th, and that planet being about discipline and hard work to over time, achieve mastery…how best to work with astrology to take advantage of timing for making big moves, like a career change, or bringing a project to the public?
Erin:
I think of Chiron and the nodes as being places I need to learn and to heal. Do you place much importance on these signs/placements? Is there particular resonance between the two with their placement in my chart? I know there are no strong aspects but having the nodes in the 2nd/8th house and Chiron in the 8th?
Kathy and Heidi talk about Soul Collage, a life of learning, circles of women and introverts practicing extroversion. Kathy is Sagittarius Rising with a Virgo Sun and an Aquarius Moon. POEMS Maya Stein
“Franklin Avenue in March”
Jan Richardson
“What Fire Comes to Sing in You”
LINKS https://www.instagram.com/consciousnessconcierge/ http://tendyoursoul.com/ kathy@tendyoursoul.com
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Leo and what we can expect for the next month!
Heidi shares poetry and a few astrological writing prompts before heading for the Emerald Isle.
Jeff and Heidi talk about his book ’The Boy Who Couldn’t Fly Straight”, double-dutch jump rope, witches and writing everyday. Jeff is a Virgo, with a Leo Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Jeff and Heidi talk about his book ’The Boy Who Couldn’t Fly Straight”, double-dutch jump rope, witches and writing everyday. Jeff is a Virgo, with a Leo Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Sam and Heidi talk about her date with Kilimanjaro, the best parents one could ask for, her journey with Cancer, building her PR firm from a couch, friendship and a big gorgeous Indian wedding. Sam is a Sagittarius with an Aquarius Moon and Taurus rising.
Danielle and Heidi talk about bold, edgy women, her podcast Bitch Sesh, writing and not writing and how joy can sometimes break through the darkest hour. Danielle is a Capricorn with Aquarius Rising and a Leo Moon.
Heidi talks about her 20th wedding anniversary, remembers some sweet stuff from her wedding, reads poetry and looks at John Lennon’s chart!
Joanna and Heidi talk about silk painting, teaching, the power of Aries, the discernment of Virgo and becoming oneself. Joanna is an Aries Sun, Aries Moon and Virgo Rising.
Heidi shares many poems submitted by Radiance Project Listeners celebrating the artistry and beauty of this community!
Matt and Heidi talk about Vassar days, dolphins, listening deeply, Pete Seeger and the touring life. Matt is a Gemini Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Cancer Rising.
Heidi is her own company and shares a few thoughts about this tenderizing journey called life. And she reads a bunch of beautiful new poems.
Kate and Heidi talk about slaying dragons, being 15, writing for musical theatre and crying happy tears. Kate is a Leo Sun with Cancer Moon and Cancer Rising.
Renee and Heidi talk about their shared love of embodying astrology, freedom and how to make everything they want to make in the world without burning out. Renee is a Leo Sun, Leo Rising with a Taurus Moon.
Heidi and Ellen talk about the Aries Month Ahead full of fire, new beginnings, and two full moons.
Carole and Heidi talk about painting and spirituality, motherhood and artistic travel adventures. Carole is a Sagittarius Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Virgo Rising.
Heidi talks about gathering, silence, rainy days, softening the heart and the river flow of love ceaselessly moving through our lives.
Michael and Heidi talk about fatherhood, the passion of drumming, the peace of surfing and building a lighted house. Michael is a Sagittarius Sun, Capricorn Moon, and Virgo rising.
Heidi talks about all things Mars. She looks at Mars in every sign and house. What do we stand for? Where can we bring our spiritual courage?
Heidi and Ellen talk about the Pisces Month Ahead full of Dreamtime, imagination, necessary retreat and replenishment.
Heidi invites her funny valentine, Andrew, to read poetry with her all hour long. Andrew and Heidi share some of their original poetry along with a few other poems they love.
Wyoh and Heidi talk about W's new Sex Stories podcast and their 5+ years of collaboration. They talk a lot about all things astrology! Wyoh is a Taurus sun, Pisces moon and a Sagittarius rising.
Juliana and Heidi talk about friendship, Interlochen Arts Camp and moving 54 times. Juliana is a Gemini Sun, Taurus Moon and Aries rising.
Ericka and Heidi talk about photography, brilliant teaching moments and guardian angels. Ericka is a Pisces Sun, Aquarius Moon and Taurus Rising.
Heidi Rose Robbins and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Aquarius, Mars moving into Taurus and what we can expect for the next month!
Scott and Heidi talk about his days as a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, his new chapter as a television and film writer and the miracle of getting a do-over in life. Scott is a Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Rising and Pisces Moon.
Patrice and Heidi talk about movement, Feldenkrais, Burning Man and a beautiful old Mansion in Indiana which Patrice calls home. Patrice is a Libra Sun, Cancer Moon and Taurus Rising.
Therese and Heidi talk about Soul Bridging (a beautiful website and teaching platform), our connection to the divine, falling in love and discovering new super powers. Therese is a Cancer Sun, Capricorn Moon with Gemini Rising.
Heidi Rose Robbins and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Capricorn and what we can expect for the next month and the new year!
William and Heidi talk about Esoteric Philosophy, the Soul, astrology and the crack where the light gets in. William is Capricorn Rising with a Leo Sun and Virgo Moon.
Elizabeth and Heidi talk about friendship, art, the sacred, anniversaries and Scorpio healing and transformation. Elizabeth is Libra Rising, Scorpio Sun and Aries Moon.
Claire and Heidi talk about poetry, painting, interdisciplinary adventures, Antarctica and a little cottage by the sea. Claire is Pisces Rising with a Leo Sun and a Virgo Moon.
Heidi Rose Robbins and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Sagittarius and what we can expect for the next month!
Heidi and Danelle talk about the power of singing, Jamaica, writing a musical, a near death experience and staying open to the many paths and the rich diversity of experience. Danelle is Gemini rising with a Taurus Sun and Sagittarius Moon.
Harrison and Heidi talk about the journey of Leo Rising, the soundtrack of graduate school and LIving an artistic life. Harrison is Leo Rising, with a Libra Sun and Pisces Moon.
Laura and Heidi talk about her one-woman show A piece of Work, the joy and intimacy of being a coach and Laura shares a GREAT love story. Laura is a Pisces Sun, Taurus Moon and Gemini Rising.
Annika and Heidi talk about practical ways to embrace and learn to cherish our bodies, the Cancer-Leo energy and a year of committing to ONE project. Annika is a Leo Sun, with Cancer Moon and Cancer Rising.
Heidi Rose Robbins and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Scorpio and what we can expect for the next month!
Rachel and Heidi dive into the world of astrology. They share insights about one another's charts and explore the realm of once in a life time transits. Rachel is a Libra Sun, Taurus Rising and Gemini Moon
Sharon and Heidi talk about The Creative Living Project, the curious life of a Gemini and the joy of improvising music. Sharon is a Gemini Sun, Cancer Rising and Virgo Moon
Sharon and Heidi talk about The Creative Living Project, the curious life of a Gemini and the joy of improvising music. Sharon is a Gemini Sun, Cancer Rising and Virgo Moon
Manny and Heidi talk about LIGHT, high school, his mother’s long walk after World War II and the journey of a friendship. Manny is a Cancer Sun, Pisces Rising and Libra Moon.
John and Heidi talk about his incredible and unusual origin story, New York and the acting life. John is a Cancer Sun, Taurus Moon and (Heidi thinks) Pisces Rising.
Dyana and Heidi talk about her work as an oracle, radiant healing moments in water, the joys (and sometimes difficulties) of being an double Aquarius and getting lost and then found in translation. Dyana is an Aquarius Sun, Aquarius Rising and Taurus Moon.
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Libra and what we can expect for the next month!
Karen and Heidi talk about Full Moon Meditations, Mothering, Sex, Aging and Learning to Detach. Karen is a Scorpio Sun, Cancer Moon and Capricorn Rising.
Sara and Heidi talk about the Heroine’s Journey, addressing the taboo in the name of transformation and her new offering called The Redemption Circle. Sara is a Sagittarius Sun, Pisces Rising and Taurus Moon.
Mary and Heidi talk about how they met (Heidi was her teacher at Governor’s School of the Arts long ago), Mary’s broadway debut, puppeteering and the great story of how Mary met Gabe. Mary is a Leo Sun, Aquarius Moon and Sagittarius Rising.
Kerry and Heidi talk about Home Dog L.A., a life of many dogs, a future solo trip to Amsterdam and the ever evolving creative life. Kerry is an Aries Sun, Capricorn Moon and Virgo Rising.
Kerry and Heidi talk about Home Dog L.A., a life of many dogs, a future solo trip to Amsterdam and the ever evolving creative life. Kerry is an Aries Sun, Capricorn Moon and Virgo Rising.
Jeffrey and Heidi talk about all things Jazz, Buddhism and showers on rooftops. Jeffrey is a Pisces Moon, Pisces Sun and Cancer Rising.
Justin and Heidi talk about growing up around The Ageless Wisdom, Justin’s Youtube channel Monadic Media, the documentary Vibration- The Symphony of Life and the Radiance of the Soul. Justin is a Virgo Sun, Taurus Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Virgo and what we can expect for the next month!
Jeff and I talk about astrology (he’s a brilliant astrologer), embodiment, a shared love of Regina Spektor and the Leo-Aquarius polarity. Jeff is a Virgo with an Aquarius Sun and Aquarius Rising.
Bob and Heidi talk about falling in love with New York, all things Japanese and all the tiny, daily moments of radiance possible every day. Bob is a Sagittarius sun, and a Capricorn moon and rising.
Bob and Heidi talk about falling in love with New York, all things Japanese and all the tiny, daily moments of radiance possible every day. Bob is a Sagittarius sun, and a Capricorn moon and rising.
David and Heidi talk about Authentic Style, your True Colors and the empowering the True You to shine forth. David is a Libra Sun, Gemini Moon and Virgo Rising.
Mary and Heidi talk baking bread, healing the body, life moments that change everything and her soon to be new Cafe, Ginkgo. Mary is Leo Rising, Virgo Sun and Aquarius Moon.
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Leo and what we can expect for the next month!
Corby and Heidi talk music, teaching teens, and the beauty of ongoing ceaseless exploration. Corby is a Cancer Sun, Gemini Moon and Gemini Rising.
Betsy and Heidi talk about her life of travel, adventure, and building businesses. Betsy makes things happen. We dive into her latest project — Mainecando.org — leading change in the era of #metoo. Betsy is a Virgo Sun, with Aquarius Rising and a Scorpio Moon.
Heidi just got back from an epic trip to Africa. She shares the depth of her experience there. In short, It was life-changing.
Nikki and Heidi talk about comedy, grief, being a pastor’s daughter and a bold move to Los Angeles. Nikki is an Aquarius Sun, Gemini Moon. We don’t know her Rising Sign but might guess Cancer Rising.
Stephen and Heidi talk about teaching kids, martial arts, Godzilla and the journey of mending the father-son bond. Stephen is a Cancer Sun, Capricorn Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Cancer and what we can expect for the next month!
Heidi explores the chart of Fred Rogers after sobbing through the documentary ‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’
Gildart and Heidi talk about his boyhood and young life in England, his move to the States and his transformation from lawyer to artist. Gildart is a Cancer Sun, Virgo Rising with an Aries Moon.
Tara and Heidi talk about building community, mamas discovering their next chapter and how to coach from a place of awe and wonder. Tara is a Taurus Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Gemini Rising.
Heidi's dad, Michael Robbins continues his take on each of the signs. Part two covers Libra through Pisces.
Heidi's dad, Michael Robbins, returns to The Radiance Project to give his take on each of the signs. Part one covers Aries through Virgo.
Heidi's dad, Michael Robbins, returns to The Radiance Project to give his take on each of the signs. Part one covers Aries through Virgo.
Veronique and Heidi talk about art, design, nature and dessert!! Veronique is a Virgo Rising, Capricorn Sun and Pisces Moon!
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Gemini and what we can expect for the next month!
Edie and Heidi talk about her novel, a non-linear life unfolding, single motherhood, dog walking, horse work and practicing hello love. Edie is a Pisces with a Taurus Moon and Leo Rising.
Keri and Heidi talk about an epic romance, a trip to Morocco, our mutual love of poetry and the deep journey of motherhood. Keri is a Virgo Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Robin and Heidi talk about her book The Wild Oats Project, yoga, the power of music and simple daily pleasures. Robin is a Taurus Sun, Sagittarius Rising with a Virgo Moon.
Joe and Heidi talk about his life in theatre, early grad school days, fatherhood and the joy of creative community. Joe is an Aquarius with a Scorpio Moon and Sagittarius Rising.
Tisha and Heidi talk about her new book, grieving and decluttering, new love and future mountains to climb. Tisha is a Cancer Sun, Capricorn Rising And Taurus Moon.
Heidi and Ellen Fondiler discuss the Sun moving into Taurus and what we can expect for the next month!
Laura and Heidi talk about work with women and earth based traditions, feminine embodiment practices and rites of passage. They also talk about being new moms together and they have a great laugh about a couple of mice. Laura is a Cancer Sun, Leo Moon and Aries Rising.
Kristin and Heidi talk about painting, trees, xylem and a 5 hour solo walk in the snow after our presidential election. Kristin is a Leo with a Scorpio Moon and Aries Rising.
Vera and Heidi talk about the writing life, her childhood in Canada, the culture of India and time spent in libraries. Vera is a Scorpio Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Capricorn Rising.
Caitlin and Heidi talk about writing, tenacity, comfy jammies, and the joy of diving deeply into a project. Caitlin is Cancer Sun, Pisces Moon and Scorpio Rising.
Scott and Heidi talk about presence, intimacy, breath, new chapters, fathers and new found freedom. Scott is a Capricorn Sun, Sagittarius Moon and Scorpio Rising.
Heidi and Ellen discuss the Sun moving into Aries and what we can expect for the next month!
Ty and Heidi talk about friendship, family, fathers, new dogs and a summer in Alaska. Ty reads Walt Whitman. Who could ask for more? Ty is a Leo Sun, Aries Moon and Taurus Rising.
Lindsay and Heidi talk about soul tarot, how to navigate a deep need for solitude and the ongoing evolution through our greatest pain and fear. Lindsay is an Aries Sun, Leo Moon and Virgo Rising.
Lisa and Heidi talk about dream telling, divination, altars and a book of days. Lisa is a Gemini Sun, Cancer Moon and Capricorn Rising.
Liz and Heidi talk about her new book Style and Substance. They speak about inspiring women to give their gifts and how it feels to stand in one’s power and step up to a new level of offering. Liz is a Taurus Sun, Gemini Moon and Virgo Rising.
Heidi and Kellynn talk about Presence, the voice, Shakespeare and the gorgeous satisfaction of painting a kitchen wall. Kellynn is a Leo Sun, Leo Moon and Virgo Rising.
Olivia and Heidi talk about the nourishment of nature, relational work, silent retreats, laughter and swimming in an ocean of love. Olivia is a Pisces Sun, Aries Moon and Libra Rising.
Val and Heidi talk about love, loss and the power of mother love. They talk about paradox and the messy, blurry intersection of grief and joy. Val is a Libra Sun, Cancer Sun and Capricorn Moon.
Heidi explores the planet Saturn in each astrological house and sign, noting where one can feel most hesitant or work to feel most masterful. Dive in and address the lessons of Saturn! It will pay off.
Sue-Kate and Heidi talk about PLAY, the imagination, her hilarious one-woman shows and unstoppable optimism. Sue-Kate is a Scorpio with Libra Rising and a Cancer Moon.H
Jennifer and Heidi talk about playwriting, her new children’s book The Prayer Box and how being a mom and artist have many similarities. Jennifer is a Sagittarius Sun, Sagittarius Rising and has a Taurus Moon.
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Anne and Heidi talk about her writing life, her work with the homeless and how dancing to a kick ass song can unleash your next creative offering. Anne is a Pisces Sun, Cancer Moon and Cancer Rising.
Lennon and Heidi talk about her journey as an actress, writer and creator, her powerful relationship with her best friend and collaborator Jessica St. Clair, and deep love of creating a work FAMILY. Lennon is a Scorpio sun, Cancer Moon with Capricorn Rising.
Lynn and Heidi talk about her father and his amazing life journey, Lynn’s pioneering work with Joyful Boogie and her life changing course “Create Your Career from the Inside Out.” Lynn is an Aries Sun, Gemini Moon with Aquarius Rising.
Dene and Heidi talk about dreams, great adventures, tons of astrology and transformational Kineseology. They also discuss Dene’s new podcast launching soon. Dene is a Pisces Sun, Aquarius Moon with Pisces Rising.
Dennis and Heidi talk about his 41 years as a Waldorf teacher, the joy of singing, reverence, gardening and the gorgeous story of how he met his wife. Dennis is a Pisces Sun, Leo Moon and Libra Rising.
Andrew and Heidi talk about Shakespeare, a lifetime of moving and caring for the body and fatherhood. They also talk about the moment they each fell for one another. Good stuff. Andrew is a Taurus with a Scorpio Moon and Sagittarius Rising.
Meredyth and Heidi talk about the mysteries and guidance all contained within the palm. Meredyth is a hand analyst. She also makes magic with children, as the director of Happy Chicken Theater. She created The Great Big Adventure where children embark on an interactive adventure outdoors living and creating a myth for our times. He imagination is vast and her power to create the extraordinary even vaster. Meredyth is a Virgo with a Leo moon and Leo Rising.
Rachel and Heidi talk about Rachel’s work — powerful body work which addresses fear and pain in the body. They talk about stopping old patterns of behavior and opening to vitality and flow in our lives. Rachel is a Sagittarius Sun, Virgo Moon and Scorpio Rising.
Dana and Heidi talk about her days as a journalist, fierce mama bear energy and creating an all women’s set for Good Girls Revolt. They talk optimism, love of adventure and feeling wide awake for the first time in a long time. Dana is an Aries Sun, Leo Rising and Capricorn Moon.
Erin and Heidi talk about devising theatre, the poetry of what is not spoken, the art of the clown and the joy of ritual and life celebrations. Erin is a Gemini with Virgo Rising and a Capricorn Moon.
Ellen and Heidi talk about resilience, reinvention and curiosity. They talk about the many incarnations of Ellen’s career — death row attorney, baker, florist, career counselor — and how each moment of reinvention was an invitation to evolve. Ellen is a Libra Sun, Libra Rising with an Aquarius Moon.
Heidi is her own very good company again as she welcomes the New Year and the energies it brings and gives an overview of how to read ones' own chart, taking a moment to focus on each of the houses and what "trine," "square" and "conjunct" actually mean.
Jules and Heidi talk about heart, hearth, home and kitchens. They talk about gathering women and sharing stories and changing the world 7 women at a time. They talk about hunger and giving ourselves permission to satisfy that hunger. And they talk about Wood board Love. Jules is a Leo Sun, Aries Moon and Scorpio Rising.
Alex and Heidi talk about her new book “You’re Going to Survive” as well as the Internet Pledge she recently wrote to bring kinder and more compassionate communication on- line. She writes as the first point of the pledge: “I will treat people as if they’re my daughter, son, sister, brother, parent or friend. (Because everybody is somebody’s daughter, son, sister, brother, parent or friend.” Alex is a Sagittarius Sun, Cancer Moon and Cancer Rising.
Jolie and Heidi talk about singing, architecture, building houses and daring ourselves to kindle our creative life again and again. They celebrate years of friendship and gratitude for the people that grow us. Jolie is a Taurus Sun, Pisces Moon and Cancer Rising.
Bruce and Heidi talk about the healing journey of the writer’s life. Bruce reads a poem he wrote for our time together and tells an amazing Radiance story. Bruce is a Gemini Sun, Aquarius Rising and Libra Moon.
Michael (Heidi’s Dad) and Heidi talk astrology, love, patrons, teachers and gratitude. Michael is an Aries Sun, Cancer Rising, with an Aquarius Moon.
Heidi and Rita (Heidi’s mom) talk about beauty, college, her years in architecture school as one of the ‘archettes’, the joy of traveling the world and moments of radiance that pierce us. Rita is Sagittarius Rising, with a Libra Sun and a Virgo Moon.
Gilah and Heidi talk about near death experiences, healing the body through painting and the power of clear and specific visualization and what it was like to hang out in the Dalai Lama’s palace for several months when Gilah was traveling as a ‘party of 1.” Gilah has Libra rising, with a Virgo Sun and a Scorpio moon.
Morgan and Heidi talk about premonitions of love to be, gender creativity, the dreamtime quality of early motherhood and what it takes to start a company! (Hint: Humor!) Morgan is a Taurus Sun, with Gemini Rising and a Scorpio Moon.
Kendra and Heidi talk about kickboxing, the power of physicality, our darker moments and tiny gestures towards the light. Kendra is a Scorpio Sun, Libra Rising and Leo Moon.
Rich and Heidi talk about Mad Men, why poetry works, giving up smart phones and being present as a parent. Rich reads a couple of poems in a way that would quiet and soothe the most frenzied amongst us. Rich is an Aquarius Sun, Capricorn Rising and Sagittarius Moon.
Elizabeth and Heidi talk about tenacity, great new writing gigs, the world of podcasting, and Elizabeth's beautiful mama. Elizabeth shares the most amazing Radiance story that leaves Heidi speechless. Elizabeth is a Virgo Sun, Virgo Moon and Scorpio Rising.
Kulap and I talk about her new documentary Origin Story, the love of spas, leaving the past behind and writing a new story for ourselves. Kulap is a Taurus Sun, Aries Moon and Gemini Rising.
Kate and Heidi talk about Kate’s new book The Dead Mom’s Club, Ojai retreats, best friends and love of poetry. Kate is a Cancer Sun, Aquarius Moon and Aquarius Rising.
Heidi is her own very good company today. This episode is for those of you that really want to learn more astrology. Heidi riffs on the planets and discusses each in detail.
Kristine and Heidi talk about solitude, service, energy leaks, ice cream and surrender. They also talk about Kristine's new offering —Subversive Thoughts for Modern Women. Kristine is a Pisces Sun, Pisces Rising, with a Sagittarius moon.
Joe and Heidi talk about following your heart, new life chapters, tattoos and impermanence. Joe shares some of the most heart wrenching and heart opening stories of being a fire fighter. Joe is a Gemini Sun, Gemini Rising and Scorpio Moon.
Holly and Heidi talk about music, family, food, practicing “the best thing” and egg nog! Holly is a Sagittarius Sun, Gemini Rising and Leo Moon.
Melora and Heidi talk about the journey of an artist, how important it is to work in a safe and supportive creative ensemble and how Melora met her husband!! We also read some beautiful poems by Naomi Shihab-Nye and Stephen Levine. Melora has her Sun in Cancer, Moon in Aries and Scorpio Rising.
Casey and Heidi talk about writing, motherhood, hormones, comedy and her podcast (co-hosted with Danielle Schneider) called Bitch Sesh. They read a few sexy, dark-ish poems and talk about poetry as medicine. And they laugh. A lot. Casey is a Scorpio Sun, Taurus Moon and Capricorn Rising.
Laverne McKinnon and Heidi talk about the process of reinventing a life. They explore the idea of non-death related grief and how important it is to acknowledge the loss of a job or a marriage with care, attention and self compassion—to grieve those losses as well. They laugh about their crazy neuroses and share some ideas about how to stay present and take care of oneself in those “in between” moments in our lives.
Matt and Heidi talk about the goodness of a dog. Matt has a new dog Faye and Heidi may have found a few Mary Oliver poems about dogs and how wonderful they are. Heidi and Matt also talk about learning to soften and how that’s just plain hard for a good solid Capricorn.
Lisa and Heidi talk about the beauty and power of Shakespeare. Lisa shares what it's like to play all the great Shakespearean men’s roles. She even shares one of her favorite soliloquies. They talk about making the world a smaller and more loving place through travel, art and friendship.
Heidi Rose Robbins and Johnny Ray Meeks are friends of old. They talk improv, living YES. Heidi introduces Johnny to the poet Tony Hoagland! Johnny reads a poem that Heidi loves. They talk relationships, marriage and friendship.
Heidi and Adriana Rizzolo share their love of poetry and how it opens the heart to healing. As both Adriana and Heidi work in circles of women, there's a lot to discuss about why circles of women offer such a potent ground for growth, courage and intimacy.
Heidi talks with June Diane Raphael about memories of her mother and what it's like playing Jane Fonda's daughter on Grace and Frankie. June shares excellent news about her forthcoming book called Represent which encourages and educates women about running for political office. Can't wait!
Heidi Rose Robbins talks to Jessica St Clair about Jessica's journey with breast cancer and what it's like to bring your astrologer to a production meeting. There's so much to discuss about Virgo.
Heidi shares some astrology basics to orient us and help us deepen our understanding of our astrological charts. She focuses on the Sun, the Moon and the Rising Sign.
Heidi Rose Robbins begins The Radiance Project with her dear friend Elizabeth Rainer as they share slices of their long friendship, read poems, delve into life as a Scorpio, share other bits of astrology, and reflect upon radiant moments.