Join Jeff Hinshaw as we explore the rare and powerful alignment of the Sagittarius New Moon with the Galactic Center at 28° Sagittarius. This final New Moon of 2025 invites us to plant intentions that reach beyond the personal, tapping into collective consciousness, cosmic vision, and universal belonging. Through astrology, somatic practices, music, and storytelling, we dive into ways to embody this expansive energy in both personal growth and relational connection. Overall Episode Themes:Universality, cosmic belonging, expansive vision, relational transmission, integration of astrology, tarot, art, music, science, and ritual. Emphasizes releasing limiting beliefs and tapping into a field larger than personal will.   Main Topics Discussed: 1. Sagittarius New Moon & Galactic Center Sagittarius New Moon: Marks the close of Sagittarius season and approaches the Winter Solstice (Northern Hemisphere). Galactic Center: Rotational and gravitational center of the Milky Way, astrologically at 27° Sagittarius. Known as a cosmic amplifier, transmitting universal truth, insight, and awakening. Current Alignment: New Moon at 28° Sagittarius (~1° from the Galactic Center) amplifies themes of collective vision, meaning-making, and cosmic orientation. Ritual & Reflection Practices: Embodiment/Somatic Connection: Breathwork, lengthening spine, and stretching inner horizons during meditation. Seed Planting & Intention Setting: Use mantras like “I expand. I envision. I arise.” and pull a tarot card for each intention. Personal Reflection: Jeff shares how his own chart (Uranus, Ceres, Saturn near the Galactic Center in 11th house) connects his work to cosmic and collective themes. 2. Steven Spielberg’s Chart: Galactic Center in Action Birthdate: December 18, 1946 Key Placements: Sun in Sagittarius conjunct Galactic Center Scorpio Moon conjunct Chiron (5th House) Cancer Rising Black Moon Lilith conjunct Sun Interpretations: Sun GC: Cosmic storytelling, transpersonal vision. Black Moon Lilith: Outsider energy, queer/wild archetypes; E.T.’s themes of otherness, drag/closet motifs. Moon-Chiron: Healing through creative expression, inner child sensitivity, “ouch” moments in storytelling. Cancer Rising: Nurturance, belonging, emotional rootedness. Summary: Spielberg’s chart embodies the archetype of the “cosmic archer in the darkness, finding their way back home”. 3. Venus & Juno at the Galactic Center: Relational Transmission Positions at New Moon: Venus: 24° Sagittarius (~3° from GC) Juno: 26° Sagittarius (~1° from GC) Sun & Moon: 28° Sagittarius Interpretation: Venus: Cosmic values, worthiness, devotion beyond the personal. Juno: Commitment to soul-level partnerships and universal collaboration. Intentions: Set intentions for relationships and collaborations that support higher collective vision. 4. Music, Science, & the Cosmos: Carl Sagan Tribute Featured Music: “A Glorious Dawn” by John D. Boswell (Symphony of Science) featuring Carl Sagan. Purpose: Meditate on the cosmic nervous system, foster awe and wonder, connect science with spiritual reflection. Carl Sagan’s Chart: Scorpio Sun, Sagittarius Moon conjunct Galactic Center—an example of cosmic storytelling bridging art, science, and spirituality. 5. Upcoming Offerings & Announcements Fool’s Tarot Journey (6-Month Online Program): Begins Jan 13, 2026. Ritual immersion into the Major Arcana, co-facilitated by Lindsay Mack & Mary Evans. Registration open for two more weeks. 1:1 Mentorship & Astrology/Tarot Sessions: Deep-dive sessions available via cosmiccousins.com. Lonely Planet Travel Tarot Deck: Releasing Feb 17, 2026. Pre-orders now available. 6. Interview with Hannah Ramone On this week’s episode of Cosmic Cousins, Jeff Hinshaw is joined by Seattle-based queer pop singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, music teacher, and astrologer Hannah Ramone. We listen