The Astrology Podcast – October Astrology Forecast 2025

Host: Chris Brennan
Guest: Austin Coppock
Date: October 29, 2025

Overview

This episode provides an in-depth analysis of the astrological weather for October 2025, featuring Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock. The pair open with a candid post-eclipse season debrief, sharing the personal and collective whirlwind experienced during September 2025, which included two significant eclipses, a potent Uranus station in Gemini, and increased political turbulence. They then transition into a meticulous breakdown of October's upcoming transits, offering listeners insights on how these celestial events may unfold both personally and globally. The episode also revisits the accuracy of previous forecasts and explores the astrological significance behind major recent world events.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Surviving Eclipse Season (00:00–13:00)

• Both hosts recount a “tumultuous” and “insane” September, highlighting the impact of the Pisces and Virgo eclipses (September 7, 21), along with the Uranus station in Gemini and a Mars-Pluto square.
  • Austin’s List of Woes: Mechanical failures, financial issues, family health challenges, injured pet, and exacerbated chronic conditions all peaking around the eclipses.

    “So these eclipses are right on my stuff... the eclipse happened and it's just madness in general, but I won't go into general madness. I'll stick with specific madness.” —Austin (04:08)

  • Chris’s Catastrophes: Flooded apartment, disrupted podcast recording schedule, hacked websites (including major astrology resources), heightened global political chaos.

    “...a waterfall of water comes crashing down into our apartment... my websites got hacked... catastrophic destruction of everything that occurred right after Mars went into my 10th house and conjoined my natal Pluto.” —Chris (10:12)

• Both note that eclipse seasons often accompany overwhelming “general disorientation and deep exhaustion” (08:35).

2. Astrology of October 2025: Key Transits Preview (00:45–03:41; 70:50–74:44)

• The chaos of eclipse season finally dissipates as October opens, with planetary alignments shifting focus.
  • Notable Aspects:
    • Mercury-Jupiter Square (Oct 1)
    • Mercury into Scorpio & Aries Full Moon (Oct 6)
    • Venus-Jupiter Sextile (Oct 8)
    • Venus-Saturn Opposition (Oct 11)
    • Venus into Libra & Pluto Stations Direct (Oct 13)
    • Sun squares Jupiter (Oct 17)
    • Mercury-Mars Conjunction (Oct 20) — flagging as the “most difficult aspect”
    • Libra New Moon & Sun into Scorpio (Oct 21–22)
    • Mercury into Sagittarius, opposes Uranus (Oct 29), begins pre-retrograde shadow

3. Astrology & Recent World Events (12:43–56:42)

Eclipses and the Rise & Fall of Prominent People (14:38)

• The Virgo eclipse's morbid symbolism (21:24), and the prediction that eclipses presage sudden changes in the status of prominent figures:
  • Charlie Kirk Assassination (Sep 10):
    • Occurred days after Pisces eclipse; Mercury-Mars conjunction on his Sun.
    • Memorial held on the day of Virgo eclipse (Sep 21), fulfilling Austin's prediction about Virgo's third decan relating to “bodies being prepared for burial.”

      “...the third decan of Virgo has uniformly morbid imagery... bodies being prepared for burial.” —Austin (20:18, 21:27)

Uranus Station in Gemini & Civil Unrest (23:35)

• Uranus stationed in Gemini for the first time, amplifying themes of tension, civil strife, and governmental shifts.
• Connections drawn to American Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWII (Uranus, Neptune returns).
  • Tense Political Climate: Heightened calls for civil war; “escalation of polarization and division.”

    “...there was a lot of people calling for a civil war immediately afterwards, which I found particularly startling...” —Chris (25:28)

Free Speech, Media Repression, and Venus-Jupiter Repetitions (33:46)

• Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension: Eerily parallels Bill Maher’s firing 24 years prior, syncing with Venus/Jupiter cycles; signals the growing restriction and politicization of media.
  • Bill Maher:

    “Kimmel was suspended exactly 24 years later... that suspension... led to his show being canceled and then Jimmy Kimmel was brought in to replace Bill Maher.” —Chris (33:46)

Political Suppression and Pluto Returns (38:54)

• USA Pluto return emphasized as Trump cracks down on domestic dissent, expands government surveillance, and exerts control over media and social platforms (e.g., TikTok ownership transfer).
• Anticipation that historians will see 2025–2032 as a pivotal epoch for the US.

Epstein Astrological Prediction and Document Release (45:09)

• Chris’s forecast that "the lunar eclipse... will be at 15° Pisces... undoubtedly there will be another important turning point..." comes true as Epstein’s “birthday book,” birth certificate, and new connections are made public.

  “So it came to pass. That's a really good one, dude... bang on.” —Austin (46:52)

4. Astrological Patterns in Major Global and News Events

• Israel–Palestine: Escalation follows eclipse cycle’s shift to Virgo-Pisces (53:04).
• Discovery of Possible Martian Life: Uranus station links to disruptive scientific discovery (54:49).
• Media Misinformation About Astrology: New York Times’ recurring “the zodiac is wrong” story exemplifies “anti-astrology truth regime” (56:42).

October Forecast: Major Aspects & Interpretations

1. Relief from Eclipse Season (70:50)

• The first week of October signals the end of the “chaotic, tumultuous... great beginnings and great endings” vibe of eclipse season.

  • “...the primary thing that we're leaving behind is... moving out of eclipse season... some of the chaoticness, the tumultuousness... should be starting to recede.” —Chris (70:50)

2. Mercury-Mars Conjunction in Scorpio: Conflict & Debate Peaks (74:44)

• This aspect, exact on October 20, is "the main aspect of October."
  • Themes: Verbal aggressiveness, argument, intellectual combat, debate, criminality (“Mercury... very happily turns their talents to crime... forgery, embezzlement, theft...”), legal conflicts, mental acuity, attacking with words.

    • “...fighting about stuff with words, disputation, argumentation. And with Mars so strong here in Scorpio, the energy of dispute and struggle... overtaking the argument that lit that fire, where it becomes more about the fight than the ideas that were there at the beginning...” —Austin (77:28)

• Mercury’s pre-retrograde shadow means this agitation lingers all month and recurs in November and January (87:22).
  • “...conversations and disputes repeat... three exact Mercury-Mars conjunctions between October and January” (87:22–88:11).

3. Venus Transits: Relief Between Tensions (89:57)

• Highlights:
  • Venus-Jupiter Sextile (Oct 8): Rare “all good, both moral and small goods” moment (92:19).
  • Venus-Saturn Opposition (Oct 11): Grief, loss, “flowers on grave of a love no longer present” (92:33).
  • Venus into Libra (Oct 13) and subsequent square to Jupiter in Cancer: Uplifting, supportive energy; best for those with cardinal signs rising (93:24, 95:47).
• Grand Trine: Venus trines both Uranus and Pluto (Oct 14), supporting innovation and positive transformation.

4. Pluto Stations Direct in Aquarius (Oct 13)

• Another surge of AI breakthroughs, societal transformation, and issues of control/power, supported by benefic aspects (Venus/Uranus trine; 95:47–97:49).

5. Saturn-Neptune Pisces Return: Compassion vs. Confusion (98:28–116:15)

• Neptune re-enters Pisces (Oct 21/22), creating a lingering mood of collective sadness, confusion, and empathy.

  • “During Neptune in Pisces... the abolitionist movement became extremely widespread... widespread cultural expansion of compassion, and now we're doing something different...” —Austin (116:15)

• Cautions against escapism and highlights increased ambiguity over “what to be disciplined about” (109:46).

6. Supporting Aspects: Grand Water Trine (107:08–110:49)

• Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn form a harmonic triangle — facilitates finding and relying on allies after conflicts.

7. Economic Patterns & the Risk of a Bubble (98:28–103:27)

• The current market exuberance parallels historical Venus retrograde cycles (1929, 1937, 2007), warning of a possible looming correction.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• On Eclipse Season:
  “I was roughed up repeatedly. I have a list of complaints I'm going to register against the planets...” —Austin (03:41)
  “General disorientation and deep exhaustion.” —Austin (08:35)

• On the Death of Charlie Kirk:
  “One of the things they've always been associated with is the rise and fall of powerful and prominent people.” —Chris (14:38)
  “The third decan of Virgo... it's all dead bodies... a very entropic place.” —Austin (20:18)

• On Uranus Station & Civil Unrest:
  “The sense that many people share of speaking freely, being an increasingly rebellious act... Uranus in Gemini means... pattern breaking... the first major crisis in the plot.” —Austin (41:06)

• On Repetition of Venus/Jupiter & Media Suppression:
  “There was this bizarre 24 year repetition on the same network... as astrologers, that repetition is tied in with Venus and Jupiter...” —Chris (33:46)

• On the Mercury-Mars Conjunction:
  “Mercury is the planet of communication and Mars is the planet of conflict and war... fighting words... verbal aggressiveness... mental acuity...” —Chris (77:28–78:55)
  “One of the interpretations... is just an endless pain in the fucking ass.” —Austin (74:47)

• On Benefic Aspects Counteracting Tension:
  “After conflict, look for the helpers and the allies...” —Chris (110:49)
  “Jupiter can make enough room so you can have the more productive version of a disagreement.” —Austin (105:26)

• On the Return of Neptune to Pisces:
  “Neptune's story in Pisces is one of trying to understand and grieve what has happened, whereas Neptune in Aries is... how we're gonna kick a bunch of ass and how awesome our capacity for action is.” —Austin (123:58)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:00–13:00 – Personal aftermath of eclipse season
• 14:38–26:51 – Eclipses, major political events, civil unrest
• 33:46–36:04 – Venus/Jupiter cycles and media suppression
• 38:54–45:09 – Surveillance, Pluto return, government crackdowns
• 45:09–51:41 – Epstein document release, forecast accuracy
• 53:04–54:49 – Middle East, global conflicts, Uranus station
• 56:42–60:17 – Astrology in the media, debunkings
• 70:50–74:44 – End of eclipse season, transition to October
• 74:44–88:11 – Mercury-Mars in Scorpio: Combative energy
• 89:57–93:24 – Venus transits, benefic interludes
• 95:47–103:27 – Pluto station, major tech/economic shifts, grand trine
• 107:08–116:15 – Grand water trine, Saturn & Neptune's return to Pisces, emotional/compassionate undercurrents
• 125:12–134:20 – Electional “best day” for October; fifth house insights
• 134:23–142:28 – October lunations (Full and New Moon: meaning, tips)
• 142:46–145:20 – Eclipse survival analogies and advice
• 146:58–end – Announcements, program info, outro

October 2025 Calendar Highlights

• Eclipse Season Ends: Early October - relief!
• Mercury-Jupiter Square: Oct 1
• Full Moon in Aries: Oct 6
• Venus-Jupiter Sextile: Oct 8
• Venus-Saturn Opposition: Oct 11
• Venus into Libra, Pluto Direct (Aquarius): Oct 13
• Sun Square Jupiter: Oct 17
• Mercury-Mars Conjunction (Scorpio): Oct 20
• New Moon in Libra: Oct 21
• Sun into Scorpio, Venus Retrogrades back to Pisces: Oct 22
• Mercury into Sagittarius, Opposes Uranus: Oct 29

Summary Table: October's Most Impactful Aspects

| Date(s) | Aspect/Event | Themes/Keywords | Advice/Focus | |-------------|------------------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | Early Oct | Eclipse Season Ends | Relief, clarity | Recover, reflect | | Oct 6 | Full Moon in Aries | Energy, breakthrough, Jupiter | Celebrate, constructive optimism | | Oct 8 | Venus-Jupiter Sextile | Pleasure, luck | Enjoy, socialize | | Oct 11 | Venus-Saturn Opposition | Loss, coldness, grief | Avoid relational drama | | Oct 13 | Venus into Libra, Pluto Direct | Beauty, transformation | Embrace change, seek innovation | | Oct 17 | Sun square Jupiter | Exaggeration, hope | Avoid overcommitting | | Oct 20 | Mercury-Mars Conjunction (Scorpio) | Argument, intensity | Practice restraint, pick battles | | Oct 21 | New Moon in Libra | Harmony-building | Set diplomatic intentions | | Oct 22 | Sun into Scorpio/Venus→Pisces | Depth, emotional intensity | Focus on authentic connection | | Oct 29 | Mercury→Sagittarius, opp. Uranus | Surprise, revelation | Expect the unexpected |

Practical Takeaways

• Proceed with Caution Mid-Month: Especially around Oct 20—intellectual and verbal battles may erupt. Productive debate is possible if approached mindfully.
• Lean into Support After Conflict: Grand water trine (late October) favors seeking allies and constructive dialogue after difficulty.
• Venus/Jupiter Moments: Early and late in the month, find real pleasure and harmony. Foster relationships and creativity.
• Reflection after Tumult: Use the early month’s clarity to process what the eclipse season stirred up. Set intentions at the Libra new moon (Oct 21).
• Be Wary of Bubble Conditions (Economically or Emotionally): Grand trines can inflate; the shadow side is false confidence.
• Saturn-Neptune in Pisces: Heaviness, but also empathy. Allow space for grieving and compassionate action.

Further Resources

• Austin Coppock: austincoppock.com, sphereandsundry.com
• Chris Brennan’s offerings: Patreon, Hellenistic Astrology Course, podcast on YouTube/Patreon.

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