Archetypes and the Planets
Join Jenny Montgomery and Béa Gonzalez for an in-depth exploration of planetary archetypes. Humans have forever projected their longing, psychology, and religions onto the sky. The podcast weaves together elements from astronomy, mythology, psychology and literature through the vehicle of the planets. Is this the mother mythology? Join us and begin to make connections for yourself.
Episodes
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Episode 11 | The Archetypal Eris
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
"Discovered" in 2005, you might be inclined to discount this planetary body which demoted Pluto due, in part, to the work of self-described Pluto killer, Mike Brown. The mythology of this dwarf planet is fascinating and important. She plays the key role in igniting the Trojan War and is also responsible, according to the poet Hesiod, for the turning of the natural world on one day when the sun rose in the West and set in the East. What was happening around 2005 and is there a connection to these stories? In this episode, recorded for Andre's channel in 2022, we argue that there is. And it's a strong one. We felt we could not improve on our exploration from last year and so we leave you with this conversation about the warrior goddess and what her "discovery" portends for us all.
Monday May 15, 2023
Episode 10 |The Archetypal Pluto
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa explore the archetypal Pluto, demoted in the world of astronomy but still very much present in the archetypal world which scoffs at our attempts to repress things. In this episode we explore the personal, the political, the motivational and the inevitable expressions of this archetype. Is Pluto the planet of transformation as the moderns claim? Well, yes. But expect to roast a bit at first, because nothing comes without the sacrifice of something the ego holds dear.
Monday May 01, 2023
Episode 9 | The Archetypal Neptune
Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa journey into the psychedelic-like dream world of Neptune, the god of dreams, mystery, and addiction. As we examine some of the tales connected to this archetype, we ask--is it possible to speak about such things without slipping into the mist? You might be surprised to learn about the archetype's darker side and be interested in some of the remedies that help us stay grounded in reality.
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Episode 8 | The Archetypal Uranus
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
With this episode, the archetypal begins to really take shape. The visible and invisible spheres of the world are separated by the planets that lie beyond Saturn. The first of these planets is Uranus, whose "discovery" in 1781 heralded the unmistakable entry into the modern era.
Uranus is electric, quirky, brilliant, and revolutionary. Every seven years, it passes through each sign, marking historical eras and generations. Given US history, its passage through Gemini [starting in 2025] is significant. What does it now portend?
Andre Kahr can be found here: Home | Andre Kahr
Béa Gonzalez can be found here: www.sophiacycles.com
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Episode 7 | The Archetypal Saturn
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa explore the many significations of the planet known traditionally as the "great malefic." What are Saturn's more salubrious expressions? What assistance does it provide to the unfolding of your path? What obstacles does it put in your way? Finally, how does Saturn show up in world affairs?
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Episode 6 |The Archetypal Jupiter
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
In this episode astrologer, Andre Kahr, and writer, Béa Gonzalez, explore the many facets of the largest planet in the universe and all of the stories associated with the "new king."
For information about Andre Kahr: About | Andre Kahr
For information about Béa Gonzalez: Bea Gonzalez Sophiacycles
Monday Mar 06, 2023
Episode 5 | The Archetypal Mars
Monday Mar 06, 2023
Monday Mar 06, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa discuss the myths, legends and associations that can be made to the archetypal Mars.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Episode 4 | The Archetypal Venus
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa explore the archetypal Venus, her connection to Inanna, Aphrodite and Athena; why the pentagram is associated with her and how this symbol is connected to the oppression of women; the value of making the descent and how this process is related to the larger Venus story.
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Episode 3 | Mercury
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
In this episode, we explore Mercury and all things mercurial. You will learn about what Mercury has to do with the evolution of consciousness, how a long-forgotten text found inside a Macedonian Monastery in the 15th century changed everything, and how the planet behaves in a natal chart.
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Episode 2 | The Moon
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
In this episode, Andre and Béa discuss the archetypes and stories associated with the Moon.