The Stars Made Me Do It

Welcome to season FIVE of The Stars Made Me Do It! This year is all about the last of the personal planets: Mars. As per TSMMDI tradition, we are starting this new season by spotlighting Mars in Leo. What do you get when you add some fire to your fire? That's what we're here to talk about! Mars is all about our drive, physical movement, and what gets us hot (angry and horny). Mars shows itself in a dramatic, passionate, and enthusiastic fashion when expressed in the sign of Leo. With an enormous life force and extreme conviction, this placement is not interested in living life in the back seat!

Today’s episode is a ramble and honestly, is giving slum ber party vibes! From American Girl Dolls to Friend-Zoning to Truth or Dare, we’re here for the giggles and thoughtful reflection. Are you more of a Josefina or a Samantha? What genre book do you tend to go for? And what would you say are your favorite qualities about yourself? What was your favorite part of this ramble?

This week, Mimí and Ciera return to the Planet series in preparation for the upcoming FIFTH season of the podcast: Mars! In this episode, we discuss how Mars shows up in your natal chart, what it represents, it's cyclical nature, and what happens when it goes retrograde! So don't wait another second: take action and listen now!

Thanks to Rebecca Yarros for this incredible book that we loved so much it created a book hangover. This week, the firestorm reunites for a long-awaited discussion and analysis of Fourth Wing! If you haven’t yet read it, beware of spoilers as we go in depth to each of your favorite (and not so favorite) characters! And let us know: what are your thoughts on Sgaeyl? And do you think we got to see Jack’s moon sign?

Happy Spooky Season! It’s officially time to celebrate the intensity within while connecting wit the Scorpio energy all around us. This week, Mimí and Ciera discuss Venus in the sign of Scorpio and how an individual with this placement would approach love, money, and sex! Do you know a Scorpio Venus; are they hesitant to vulnerability? Are they giving Male Main Character energy? Let us know!

This week, the Firestorm comes together to continue the Intermediate Series and bring to light the Aspect Patterns of a chart. Using the Major Aspects we’ve explored before, there are specific patters that show natural talents, obstacles to overcome, and even spiritual growth throughout your lifetime. Join in on the discussion: do you have any of these patterns in your chart? Let us know in the Discord! You can join us on Patreon for as little as $3 a month to become a part of our amazing astro-community. patreon.com/thestarsmademedoit

Did you know the band wasn’t real when you read this book?! Join the Firestorm in this special analysis episode, where Martha Mimí & Ciera all discuss the very real placements of each character. Thanks to Taylor Jenkins Reid for making these characters so realistic and bringing them to life. Do you agree with our assessments? Did you have any of the same placements?

This week, the firestorm unites to begin their 7-Part Series of Parts. Confused by what that means? We don’t blame ya! Check out this episode to uncover the mystery behind these specially calculated points in your chart, starting with how to unlock your prosperity and abundance through the Part of Fortune. We’re so excited to learn about this unique placement with you and we’d love to hear your thoughts on your own placements!  For references on Part of Fortune through the houses, check out these links: https://www.astro.com/astrology/in_rcmpof_e.htm https://advanced-astrology.com/part-of-fortune-in-houses/

Our last Mercury episode?? How did that happen?! To end off our Mercury season with open arms and an open heart, Cancer Mercury is here to immediately sense what is wrong and comfort us through it. With Cancer being such an emotionally driven sign, it’s no wonder why people with this Mercury placement tend to be exceptionally intuitive. In the second half, we are also joined by Mimí's friend from university, Callie! Tune in to hear her perspective on being a Gemini with a Cancer Mercury! And for all the Cancer Mercuries out there…can you confirm that you are excellent imitators in your story telling?!

In today's episode, we keep it light with some zodiac associations to cereals and eating habits. Let us know where you stand on cereal (and especially on raisins!) Plus, we get into some of the most terrifying placements in a natal chart, including the dreaded Aries/Scorpio blend. Do you have any of these placements in your chart? How have you dealt with their terrifying nature?

In this weeks episode Ciera and Martha come at you with a light-hearted ramble. Of course, in the name of Mimi, they had to do an Am I The A**Hole! Followed by fun-loving superlatives for all 12 signs… we all know Leo is obviously voted best hair, but who’s the most clumsy?? To end the episode, Ciera and Martha got into an in-depth chat about routines! Do you listen to music on repeat? Or is that illegal to you? Because we have very different answers over here!!

In our most woo-woo episode yet, Martha and Mimí veer away from astrology and dive into some more mystical conversation. Let us know your thoughts on the term psychic. And do you relate to the embodiment of astrology in the same way as us? In this episode, there is a sensitivity in sharing our own unique experience of the esoteric and we would love to know how yours is similar or different! Whether you're looking for exercises to deepen your self-awareness or you just like chatting the woo, this episode will serve what you need!

Let's get dreamy, fishes! Dive into the waters of Mercury in Pisces (or 12H) with us as we discuss how these natives take us for a spin and contradict how we see communication in the traditional sense. Pisces Mercuries process the world in a sensitive and poetic way, and we get to see a beautiful example of that in our Pisces Mercury guest, Donna. With the incredible ability to see and find connection in everything, while also processing through foggy conditions, Pisces Mercury (12H) is certainly a fascinating and fantastical deep dive!

We are here and we are READY with part two of astrology archetypes! In this continued back to basics series, with the goal of going back to the beginning for newbies and experts alike, we explore the archetypes of Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Check out our previous archetypes episode for the first six signs of the zodiac, but REALLY check out both of them because you might be surprised with what archetypes you relate to!

This week, we’re cracking open Uranus—astrology’s first outer planet and ultimate agent of chaos (in the best and worst ways). We talk about what makes an outer planet different from the personal and social ones, why Uranus tends to show up as collective unrest before personal breakthroughs, and how its energy plays out in both natal charts and real-time transits. Along the way, we dip into Uranus mythology, unpack why this planet is all about rebellion and awakening, and wrap things up by debating where Uranus thrives—and where it struggles. Expect insight, a little existential whiplash, and plenty of “ohhh that makes sense now” moments.

This week, we’re kicking off a brand-new series called Astro History, where we look back at major historical events that happened during the same week as our release date—through an astrological lens. In our first episode, we explore Abraham Lincoln’s order to move forward in the Civil War and the tragic Apollo 1 mission fires, examining the charts of the key figures involved as well as the transits shaping those moments in time.While Mimí and Ciera are definitely not professional historians, we do our best to ground the history while using astrology as a tool to add context, symbolism, and deeper insight. Think of this series as a thoughtful blend of history, charts, and cosmic pattern-spotting—perfect for anyone who loves astrology and is curious about how it weaves through pivotal moments in human history.

Talk about genius, influence, and innovation! Jupiter in Aquarius is a call to action to change the world. Whether you have Jupiter in Aquarius, know someone who does, or were just really affected by living through technology-influenced post-covid times, this episode certainly inspires, as natives with this placement do. Jupiter in Aquarius shows us how to think, influence, and connect outside the box. Tune in to this Aquarius season's episode for a fresh take on Jupiter!

In our 5th Q&A-style episode, we’re getting real about what it actually means to be an astrologer and how we personally use astrology to navigate our lives—especially when it comes to working with transits and looking ahead one year at a time (instead of spiraling into the distant future). We also dive into your comments and questions, with a special focus on Chiron—and yes, we fully admit it’s probably time for us to revamp our Chiron episode.If you’ve ever wondered how astrologers actually apply astrology day-to-day, this episode is for you. And don’t forget to drop your questions, thoughts, or feedback in the comments—we’ll be pulling from them for our next Q&A episode!"

This week, we’re diving into the Moon through the 12 astrological houses—one of the most personal and revealing placements in the natal chart. We break down how the Moon expresses itself in each house, what it says about your emotional world, daily rhythms, and inner needs, and how these themes show up in real life. We also explore the Moon’s connection to our mothers (or primary caregivers) and the lasting influence that relationship has on how we nurture, self-soothe, and feel safe. Whether you’re new to houses or ready to deepen your chart understanding, this episode offers grounded insight into how the Moon shapes your lived experience.

Another year has come and gone and we are welcoming in 2026 with wide, cosmic arms. For the FOURTH year in a row Ciera and Mimí are joined by Hannah from Hannah's Elsewhere to bring you the major upcoming transits of 2026! We have the outer planets shifting, the nodes changing signs, as well as Mercury up to its annual f*ckery. Tune in for all you need to know about the upcoming year!