*We had too much fun gossiping and gabbing with Alyssa that this episode is broken into 2 parts ~ This is part 2..go back and listen to part 1!

In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulously iconic Alyssa Polinsky — her instagram is where astrology gets dressed up in designer and spills the Bravo-flavored tea. 🫖

Alyssa is your go-to astrologer for all things stylish and unhinged. She’s the creator of StarsxAlyssa, where birth charts meet Bravo, fashion gets cosmic, and every Mercury retrograde is a meme waiting to happen. 💅✨

From Venus sign styling tips to zodiac roast sessions, Alyssa blends astrology, pop culture, and 20+ years of fashion experience into content that’s equal parts chic and chaotic. You might’ve caught her on Summer House or heard her hot takes on your fave podcasts—but really, she’s just here to make the stars make sense (and look good doing it). 💁‍♀️

Whether you're astrology-obsessed, Bravo-addicted, or just here for the laughs and lewks, this episode is serving it all.

Follow Alyssa on IG @starsxalyssa

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In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulously iconic Alyssa Polinsky — her instagram is where astrology gets dressed up in designer and spills the Bravo-flavored tea. 🫖

Alyssa is your go-to astrologer for all things stylish and unhinged. She’s the creator of StarsxAlyssa, where birth charts meet Bravo, fashion gets cosmic, and every Mercury retrograde is a meme waiting to happen. 💅✨

From Venus sign styling tips to zodiac roast sessions, Alyssa blends astrology, pop culture, and 20+ years of fashion experience into content that’s equal parts chic and chaotic. You might’ve caught her on Summer House or heard her hot takes on your fave podcasts—but really, she’s just here to make the stars make sense (and look good doing it). 💁‍♀️

Whether you're astrology-obsessed, Bravo-addicted, or just here for the laughs and lewks, this episode is serving it all.

*We had too much fun gossiping and gabbing with Alyssa that this episode is broken into 2 parts ~ Come back next week for part 2!

Follow Alyssa on IG @starsxalyssa

Subscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.

Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨

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Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Alyssa's.

Buckle up, witches — 2025 is not a quiet year in the cosmos. In this episode, Taylar and I dive deep into the major astrological transits unfolding this year, including the powerful planetary shifts that only happen once in a generation (or longer). With several outer planets moving into new signs, we’re entering a brand new era — collectively and personally.

We explore what these long-term planetary transits mean, reflect on historical moments from the last time these energies moved through the zodiac, and share how this wisdom can help us prepare, stay grounded, and find hope through times of transformation.

If you’ve been sensing that something major is in the air — you’re right. But don’t worry: we’re in this together. Let’s navigate the stars with curiosity, courage, and a little witchy magic.

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After a long (and much-needed) hiatus, Waking Up The Witch is BACK for Season 4 — and we’re coming in hot! In this episode, Taylar and I (Shaina) catch up on everything that’s unfolded in our lives over the past 6–8 months. From personal transformations to new projects, we’re sharing it all.

But we’re not just talking updates — we’re diving deep into the fiery emotions stirring in our hearts as we navigate the current political climate here in the U.S. This administration has us feeling furious, activated, and more committed than ever to the fight for justice, autonomy, and liberation.

Tune in for an honest, vulnerable, and passionate convo that blends life updates with the kind of witchy, revolutionary energy you’ve come to know and love. We’re so grateful to be back in your ears and can't wait to walk this next season with you.

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We’re back, witches!

After a long break, we’re so excited to return with Season 4 of Waking Up The Witch. COMING SOON!

We’re passionate about sharing stories of self-discovery, resilience, and transformation. This season, we’re diving deeper than ever, amplifying voices from all walks of life! We’ll also be talking about the current political climate and our thoughts on human rights because, let’s face it, these conversations are more important than ever!

So buckle up on your broomsticks and let's fucking goooooooo ghouls!

Thank you for being part of this community. We can’t wait to share what’s next!

Stay tuned, and get ready to wake up with us once again!

In this episode of Waking Up the Witch, we have the pleasure of talking with Dana Aronson, a dedicated herbalist whose journey began in an herb shop in the Bay Area. Dana shares her path from her early days working with herbs to her formal education at the Berkeley School of Herbal Studies. We explore her work providing acute care and first aid at gatherings and festivals, and her current role at a local cancer research herb clinic in southern Oregon.

Dana's story is one of passion and commitment to the healing power of herbs. She discusses the transformative experiences that led her to herbalism, the rigorous training she underwent, and the rewarding work she does today. Dana also touches on her inspiration from renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar and her involvement with the herbal community.

Dana Aronson is a trained clinical herbalist who takes joy in community based, hands-on learning. She focuses her studies on bio-regional plants from the Pacific Northwest and intertwines them into her small practice and teachings. She believes in offering accessible herbal medicine and digestible herb information so that people can feel empowered around their health. Dana’s interests include mobile first aid clinics, working with folks around addiction, and harm reduction.

www.wildkinbotanicals.com

Resources Mentioned:

- HerbRally.com https://herbrally.com

- Berkeley School of Herbal Studies

- Rosemary Gladstar's Books and Teachings

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In this episode we continue our conversation with Allyson Forseth and dive into Human Design. She dives into the different Human Design types and strategies and even helps us to discover a little bit of our own profiles. This is just the beginning of our conversation on Human Design because there is an endless well of information. We'll have Allyson back for a part 3 in the near future.

You can visit bodygraph.io to find your Human Design chart and begin to scratch the surface of your own design.

Find more from Allyson here: https://bio.site/allyson.forseth

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In this episode, we welcome Allyson Forseth, our Human Design guide. Growing up in the rural Midwest, Allyson shares her experiences (and culture shock) navigating life, from going away to college to living abroad in Spain. She talks about her journey through adulthood, finding peace in yoga, and the challenges she faced navigating "the system." Allyson opens up about her hardships and how they led her to the transformative power of human design. Join us as we explore Allyson's inspiring story and the insights she's gained along the way.

Join us next week as we dive deep into Human Design with Allyson!

Allyson (she/her) is a trauma-informed embodiment mentor, educator, Human Design guide, and transformation facilitator. Her work centers nuance and emotional safety, grounded in constant reverence for the cyclical nature of healing, humanity, and growth. She holds Human Design close to her heart, an ever-present lens through which she sees the cosmic perfection of each human’s experience and highly differentiated needs.

Find more from Allyson here: https://bio.site/allyson.forseth

Follow Allyson on IG @allyson.forseth

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