Explore every episode of the podcast Threads of Fate
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| Welcome to Threads of Fate! | 06 Jun 2025 | 00:06:32 | |
This episode serves as an introduction to Threads of Fate! In this intro episode, Kira discusses what the podcast will be about, what you can expect from future episodes and shares a bit about her personal astrological practice. You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. Twitter: @kirastrology | |||
| Amor Fati... Or Whatever | 16 Jun 2025 | 00:50:55 | |
In this episode, Kira dives into the topic of fate inside and outside of an astrological context. She muses on what fate is, how much of our lives are pre-determined, how we can make friends with fate, and what (if anything) we can do to change our fate. You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| Lets Talk About Decans, Baby! | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:48:34 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer Chloe Margherita to begin a series on the decans! The decans are one of the oldest and most fascinating part of astrology. They divide up the signs into three 10° subsections that are ruled by different planets. The decans (also called faces) grant us access to specific stories and by learning their stories, our own come to life. | |||
| July Forecast: Cosmic Checks and Balances | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:51:57 | |
In this week's episode, Kira looks ahead to the astrology of July to see what will unfold in the month ahead. She discusses the Venus-Uranus conjunction, Venus and Uranus' entry into Gemini, the new and full moons, and how to know when a transit actually matters *for you* | |||
| Aries Decan I: Blood, Sweat and Tears | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:58:10 | |
Kira is joined by Chloe Margherita, an astrologer, artist and writer to kick off the decans series in earnest! This episode explores the first decan of the zodiac, Aries I, in-depth through the examination of ancient texts, chart examples and personal gnosis. Kira and Chloe share a deep love of the decans and after listening to this episode, you'll see why that is. If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and you can find her on Instagram at @desiredconstellations and on Twitter/Bluesky with the handle @psychic_nonna | |||
| Regulus: That Bitch Is Eating Crackers | 15 Jul 2025 | 01:10:17 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by Hawk Grubb and Chloe Margherita to talk about the fixed star Regulus. They discuss the associations of this star with power, fame, betrayal, visibility and the lesser-discussed signification of healing. They discuss the benefits and challenges that this fixed star brings to the table through a variety of chart examples and personal experiences. Kira, Hawk and Chloe all share personal stories about their work with Regulus, which brings a behind the scenes look into the impact of devotional work with the fixed stars. You can find more of Hawk's work at www.hawkstrology.com and you can find them on Instagram/Twitter and Bluesky by searching @hawkstrology You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and you can find her on Instagram at @desiredconstellations and on Twitter/Bluesky with the handle @psychic_nonna | |||
| Aries Decan II: The Golden Crown and the Underground | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:54:04 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer and podcast regular Chloe Margherita as they continue their deep dive on the decans. This episode looks at the second decan of Aries (Aries II) and the relationship it has to visibility, privacy, success and more. This double Sun-ruled decan holds the Sun's exaltation degree, infusing it with solar properties that Kira and Chloe shine a light on through their conversation. Enjoy! If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and you can find her on Instagram at @desiredconstellations and on Twitter/Bluesky with the handle @psychic_nonna | |||
| August Astrology Forecast: It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:53:59 | |
In this episode, Kira unpacks the astrology of August transit by transit. She looks at the Venus-Saturn square, the opposition between Mars and Saturn, the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter and so much more! You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| The 12th House: Is It Really *That* Bad? | 12 Aug 2025 | 01:08:23 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer and 12th house specialist Jo O'Neill for a deep dive into the 12th house. They discuss the various themes of the 12th house and unpack why it has traditionally been regarded as the most difficult part of the birth chart. They chat aversion, all things Saturn, triplicity and modality distinctions, and so much more! You can find Jo on their website: https://www.jomakerofways.com/ and on Instagram as @jomakerofways You can book a 12th house consultation with them here: https://www.jomakerofways.com/consultations And find their talk on Waymaking to the 12th House here: https://jomakerofways.podia.com/ You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| Aries Decan III: The Fine Line Between Love and Hate | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:54:30 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the wonderful astrologer Chloe Margherita to continue their journey through their decans of the zodiac. This episode looks at the third decan of Aries (Aries III) and how it highlights a unique tension point due to it being co-ruled by Jupiter and Venus, but existing in Mars' sign. They talk about hate watching, sex symbols and the ways this decan creates a magnetizing and repelling force that keeps you thirsting for more. If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and you can find her on Instagram at @desiredconstellations and on Twitter/Bluesky with the handle @psychic_nonna | |||
| The Houses: Where Life Is Lived | 26 Aug 2025 | 01:03:54 | |
In this episode, Kira introduces the significations of the twelve houses and explains how they get their meanings. Bringing in a more technical approach, Kira looks at the planetary joys, angular triad sequences, and the aspects formed between the houses and the Ascendant. She then presents a unique approach of looking at the aspects formed between each house as a way of understanding life dynamics. You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| Taurus Decan I: Sowing Seeds | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:01:47 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined yet again by Chloe Margherita to explore the first decan of Taurus. They discuss the influence of Mercury and Venus as co-rulers of this decan, the worry that is part and parcel to this face, and the role that Charis plays as the deity who presides over this space. If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and join her newsletter at https://recentbedroom.substack.com/ Instagram: @desiredconstellations Twitter + Bluesky: @psychic_nonna
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| September Astrology Forecast: Into the Vortex | 30 Aug 2025 | 00:58:06 | |
In this episode, Kira explores the astrology of September. She discusses Saturn's re-entry into Pisces, Uranus' retrograde station, the eclipse season vortex, and so much more! You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| Taurus Decan II: Divine Presence | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:55:36 | |
In this episode, Kira and Chloe dive into the second decan of Taurus. This face is co-ruled by the Moon and Mercury and is associated with the 6 of Pentacles in tarot. Kira and Chloe talk about the nature of abundance, the creative process, the process of allowing, and finding balance in life. They also explore the less savory sides of this face, the spirits associated with it, and so much more! If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and join her newsletter at https://recentbedroom.substack.com/ Instagram: @desiredconstellations Twitter + Bluesky: @psychic_nonna
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| Electional Astrology: Everything Has A Birth Chart | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:11:48 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer Elly Higgins to discuss electional astrology! They talk about what electional astrology is, why they use it, and provide some basic technical information so you can begin practicing electional astrology, too. Kira and Elly share personal stories and notable examples of elections so that you can understand the impact this practice has on life and history. | |||
| October Astrology Forecast: Into the Deep End | 30 Sep 2025 | 01:02:59 | |
This episode gives an overview of the astrology of October 2025. Kira explains how the major transits of the month are going to play out and looks at the Venus-South Node conjunction, the pile up of planets in Scorpio, Venus' entry into Libra and the new and full moons in October! You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| The 11th House: Is This What Dreams Are Made Of? | 23 Sep 2025 | 01:19:24 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer, writer, herbalist, and 11th house specialist Maeg Keane to discuss the 11th house. They chat about Jupiter's influence over this part of the chart, the vulnerability (and fear!) that can live here, and how the 11th house is basically one big wedding party. They talk through some example charts of people with significant 11th house placements and explore how this part of the chart expresses in their lives. | |||
| Taurus Decan III: The Waiting Game | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:51:19 | |
In this episode, Kira and Chloe explore the third and final decan of Taurus! They talk about how Saturnian this decan is, what that means for people who have placements here, and why this part of Taurus isn't like the rest. They discuss this decan's relationship to waiting, toiling away at one's craft, and how the fixed star Algol's presence here influences our understanding of this part of the zodiac. If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and join her newsletter at https://recentbedroom.substack.com/ Instagram: @desiredconstellations Twitter + Bluesky: @psychic_nonna
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| Gemini Decan I: The Jack of All Trades | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:57:41 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the astrologer Chloe Margherita as they begin their foray into the decans of Gemini! This episode explores the first decan, which is co-ruled by Mercury and Jupiter. They talk about the value of wisdom, being a jack of all trades, and the decision paralysis that is part and parcel to this 10° subsection of the zodiac. If you want more of the decans and don’t want to wait for each episode to drop, you can find Kira’s guidebook The 36 Decans here: https://www.kiraryberg.com/guidebooks/p/the36decans and Chloe’s guidebook on Venus’ influence on fashion through the decans here: https://chloe-margherita.com/Styling-with-the-Stars-Vol-III You can find more of Chloe's work at www.chloe-margherita.com and join her newsletter at https://recentbedroom.substack.com/ Instagram: @desiredconstellations Twitter + Bluesky: @psychic_nonna
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| Death and Scorpio: Do You Guys Ever Think About Dying? | 14 Oct 2025 | 01:13:48 | |
In this episode, Kira is joined by the diviner, cartomancer, artist, and graphic designer Ashley McQuaid to discuss the Death card in tarot and the relationship it has to the sign of Scorpio. They discuss the history of tarot and astrological correspondances, the tension between Mars and Saturn's associations with death, and how our understanding of this card has shifted from "death" to "transformation." This conversation spans astrology, tarot, divination, and gnosis in a way that will make you ponder not only Death's connection to Scorpio, but the symbols that we rely on to divine with as a whole. Find out more about Ashley McQuaid's work here: https://eightofpentacles.com/ and buy the Death and the Coffin zine here: https://ko-fi.com/8ofpentacles/shop Instagram + Bluesky: @8ofPentacles You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||
| Gemini Decan II: The Art of Contradictions | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:58:46 | |
Kira is joined by the astrologer Chloe Margherita to explore the second decan of Gemini! They talk about Venus and Mars' co-rulership of this decan, its creative properties, and the way it embraces contradiction. They look at the way this face pushes back against binaries, its connection to the deity Cybele, and how its related to the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. | |||
| November Astrology Forecast: Changing Direction | 28 Oct 2025 | 01:08:34 | |
In this episode, Kira dives into the astrology of November and all of the planets stationing retrogade and direct this month. She looks at Jupiter and Mercury's retrograde stations, Saturn's direct station, and Uranus' re-entry into Taurus. The new moon and full moon are explored in depth, as is Mercury's cazimi, and the pile-up of planets moving from Scorpio to Sagittarius! You can find out more about Kira Ryberg and her work on her website (www.kiraryberg.com) and you can support the show by joining her Patron Page at the same link. | |||