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ISAR Conference 2009
Astrology's Value to Society:
Astrology's Response to Media, Science, Religion and Academia
August 20 - August 23, 2009
Conference Tracks
(In addition to the ten main conference tracks, there are five
pre-conference workshops to select from
on Wednesday, August 19th; five post-conference
workshops to select from on Monday, August 24th; and 15 Lunchtime
Lectures to select from on Friday-Sunday, August 21st-23rd.)
Track 1: Finance and Business
Grace Morris
Picking the Winning Stocks and Sectors for 2009-2010
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Choosing stocks to outperform the market begins with choosing the best sectors. Using fundamental,
technical and planetary cycle analysis, the process develops toward successfully investing in the stock market
with all the tools you'll need.
Carol Tebbs
Knowledge of Astrology Enriches Many Other Fields
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Astrology has much more to offer than the Sun Sign column of the local
newspaper, and though many enjoy astrology as entertainment, it still has
little respect as a serious field of study. That can change. The class surveys
how knowledge of planetary cycles and phenomena can combine with and elevate
specialized knowledge in other fields such as: financial trading, real estate
investing, leisure and travel, clinical psychology, international relations,
business and marketing.
Glenn Perry
Financial Meltdown, Soft Tyranny, and Outer Planet Sign Positions
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The mutual reception of Uranus and Neptune has spawned an age of political correctness, soft tyranny, and
excessive compassion that is grossly at variance with the tough love economics required by Pluto in Capricorn.
Pluto's ingress into Capricorn in 2008 catalyzed a period of severe economic contraction in the wake of
Sagittarian excess. Unless government relinquishes its utopian fantasies and adjusts to some harsh realities,
we are collectively headed for a train wreck of global proportions.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Christeen Skinner
Looking at Currencies
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Though there is much talk of the emergence of a new global currency, over the next few years the relationship
of the U.S. dollar to the Euro and Sterling will be of interest to many. The techniques used to analyse their
different relationships and the outlook for each for the next couple of years will be presented here
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Naomi Bennett
Thieves, Scoundrels and Rogues in Business
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Business has its share of shady business practices and the executives that direct, create and support them.
A review of executive natal charts and the timing of events can shed light on the astrological patterns either
with a personal characteristic or being swept up in the wave of trend of the times.
Claude Weiss
Successful Investment: How Knowledge of Astrology and Cosmic Cycles Makes the Difference. Outlook at 2010 and Beyond.
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Few economists think in terms of cycles. The ones who do speak about historical rhythms which correlate strongly
with astrological cycles. The knowledge of these can therefore not only be used to explain the past, but also to
forecast the future. Astrologers with good knowledge about economy and finances or economists with knowledge of
astrology have therefore a great advantage when making recommendations for successful investments. This also applies
to difficult situations when different cycles mix together like 2010 and beyond.
Ray Merriman
The Cardinal Climax 2008-2015: Investment Opportunities and Dangers
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
We are now in a totally different investment climate than we experienced 1982-2008. Instead of "Appreciation of
capital," the mantra is now "Protect your capital." There are many traditional areas of investment
that simply will not work during this stage of the greater economic cycle. Yet there are some areas that will have
a better than usual chance of success. This class will examine the historical, long-term geocosmic signatures that
are present 2008-2015 and their correlation to various financial markets and investment opportunities.
Michael Lutin
What's in It for Me
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
How to find security in relationships and business in the midst of inevitable change.
Fran Rackow
Trading with Planetary Lines
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
W. D. Gann discovered that planetary longitude could be converted to price. The Fibonacci/Galactic Trader
with F.A.R. Programs give you the tools to find and apply this information in any timeframe. Fran day trades
the S&P E-Mini contract using these tools, and will demonstrate how this information may be useful for you,
including a look at some investments which are moving up now.
Alphee Lavoie
Techniques for Market Predictions
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
In this lecture I will show the pros and cons of using different astrological techniques to predict the market.
We will examine various methods such as tertiary minor progressions, new moon charts, planetary phases, aspects,
etc., and you will discover that some of these techniques work extremely well to predict major moves in the market.
Grace Morris
Working with Businesses
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Grace explains how to work with large corporations and small start-up businesses and how to help them succeed.
She shares her over-25 years of experience in handling the challenges and rewards of an astrologer working in
the business and corporate world from her office in Oak Brook, IL.
Track 2: Political and Mundane
Christine Arens
Working with Eclipses
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
This presentation will help you identify eclipse charts, as well as how to differentiate among the various
types of solar and lunar eclipses. Material will include technical information as well as some historical
documentation. Applications will include a review of current eclipses, as well as a few documented natal
eclipse charts.
Claude Weiss
How Planetary Cycles Help Understand Past, Present and Future: What to Expect of 2010 and Beyond?
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
After a Saturn/Uranus opposition, a Saturn/Pluto square is being formed in autumn 2009, a prelude to the
Saturn/Uranus/Pluto T-square which characterizes late summer 2010 and is a symbol of deep crisis. At the same
time, an important renewal is shown by the conjunction of Jupiter and Uranus crossing 0 degress Aries around
June 2010. This junction of most important planetary cycles shows mankind at a turning point of its evolution.
Different scenarios are discussed regarding the impact on 2010 and beyond.
Robert P. Blaschke
The Jupiter-Saturn Cycle
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Every 20 years Jupiter and Saturn conjoin in the heavens and mark the beginning of a new cultural, political
and economic era. At the opposition aspect within this cycle, world events reach a climax and global change
occurs on a large scale. The Grand Conjunction cycle begun in May 2000 reaches its three oppositions between
May 2010 and March 2011 and this period will mark the turning point of the current global economic crisis.
Aleksandar Imsiragic
Fixed Stars Guide to Incoming Events 2010-2020
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
The all famous mundane prediction in history were made with a guide (help) of Fixed Stars. In incoming events
from 2010-2020, they will be crucial signs for understanding the future events on global level and the causes
beneath them.
Rick Levine
2012: Real or Imagined?
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
The Mayan Calendar describes 2012 as the end of a great cycle. Independently, using a mathematical model based on
the I Ching, Terence McKenna claimed that the nature of time would change in 2012. What does modern Western
astrology have to say about the 2012 phenomena? What issues might we be facing as Uranus squares Pluto? And how
can we positively impact history in the current moment using what we learned from the past?
Zdenek Bohuslav, Ph.D.
Hidden Texture of Towns
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Each naturally developing town is growing around some central point. This point is usually found on solstice
line leading through traditionally sacred places and this line can also serve as division cardo - line from
which zodiacal influences could be read. Zodiacal division and influence on twelve parts of the town obtained
by that way is illustrated on Prague, Central European town where J. Kepler has found that planets orbit the
Sun in ellipses, Rudolpine Tables were born...
Roy Gillett
Mastering Politics through Astrology and Compassion
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
The nature of two 20th century world wars, the Middle East crisis, war in Iraq, British and US political leadership
contests, indeed all political and social actions, are not merely explained by astro cycles. After revealing the
connections, Roy will go one step further. He will show how knowing these cycles could enable us to assess the
circumstances, choose the right people to follow, make wiser decisions and so live happier lives.
Caroline Casey
The Art of Public Divination: Astrology's Opportune Cultural Calling to Provide the Strategic Cultural Meta-Story
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Caroline's Visionary Activist Astrology offers one definition of what it is to be human: as "to divine, discern
and cooperate with evolutionary intelligence, the liveliest possibility available at any moment." In service
to that possibility, her Coyote Network News profers the planetary mythological news of now, to expand our repertoire
of possibilities both personally and collectively, that we may all be ever more effective players on the team of
creation at this time of dire beauty.
Alexandra Klinghammer
Successful Decision With the Help of Astrology
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
In earlier times, astrologers were regularly consulted for political and socially important decisions. Even
today, politicians, economists and scientists would be well advised to seek astrological expertise for important
decisions and projects, as this would allow to avoid many risks or wrong options. In this way, astrology could
help to save money, nerves and even life. Suggestions are made how this could be done.
Jeff Jawer
2010, 2012 and Beyond
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Much attention is being paid to the potential for dramatic change in 2012, yet 2010 may be even more significant.
The alignment of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Pluto in the early degrees of Cardinal signs marks a shift that could
radically alter the nature of our collective experience. This lecture will address the unique opportunities
astrologers have for not simply reporting a potentially dangerous period of time, but to act as positive catalysts
for constructive transformation.
Track 3: Relationships
Sandra-Leigh Serio
The Vertex: Your Connection to Relationships
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
The Vertex, the so-called "third angle" in a birth chart, is a valuable tool in chart comparison
and a powerful indicator of destined encounters. Its nature is best understood by viewing it through psychological
and spiritual perspectives. This lecture will focus on all types of relationships, not just romantic ones, to
see how the vertex connection brought people together and changed their lives, if they were willing to meet
the challenge.
Bob Mulligan
Astrology for Couples
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Chart comparison is important, but there are dimensions of working with couples that goes beyond this
exchange of chart information. We will explore ways of helping clients understand their natal potential
for relationship, the correct use of timing, and understanding the current life experience of other people,
using their charts. Other topics are: why people resist advice on their love life; how to bring changes in
people's attitude; and rules for forecasting for couples.
Dorothy Oja
Venus Resonance Cycles
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Birth to present -- Do you know what Venus resonance cycle you are experiencing now? Learn this innovative method
of assessing the influences of the three transformers: Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, and Jupiter and Saturn as
sub-phases, to your Venus -- from birth to the present moment. What is the Venus planetary resonance phase you
were born into? What happens when that phase repeats in your lifetime? We'll use a famous example to illustrate.
Cathy Coleman
Strengthening Parenting Skills Through Astrology
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Through this presentation she will share her experience teaching parents about their children and about their
parent-child relationships through the lens of astrology.
Claudia Rizzi
The Davison Chart: How Does the Relationship Show in Society
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
The Davison chart is the chart of a new entity in itself, the relationship born between two souls in middle
time and middle space. As we get deeper understanding of the task that this relationship came to unfold in
this special time of our lives, we can build a better and solid family and healthier bonds in society.
Jeff Jawer
The Search for Intimacy
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The desire for intimacy is the goal of most people and astrology has long played a part in describing the factors
that support or inhibit a successful relationship. We will look below the surface of traditional compatibility to
examine the factors that encourage and discourage the closeness we seek. Some of the traditional ideas simply do
not work for many individuals; we will show how astrology can do a better job to nurture fulfilling partnerships.
Kamala Melic-Akhnazarova
Once More About Love
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Synastry of cross cultural marriages: the unconscious guard ring and collapse of standards -- does it
work for benefit or does it harm?
Greg Bogart
Synastry and the Art of Couples Counseling
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Astrology can help us sustain and enhance our relationships so that we flourish within them rather than wither
and contract within them. This presentation is an introduction to synastry and the art of couples counseling,
with an emphasis on lunar aspects as a means of understanding each person's capacity for emotional attachment.
We'll pay special attention to how astrology aids us in working through relationships conflicts, anger, impasses,
and shutdowns.
Verena Bachmann
Creative Use of Composite Charts: Understanding Systemic Dynamics in Relationships
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The Alchemy of a relationship is evident in the composite chart. In this lecture we will use a systemic approach
to look at the dynamics of a composite chart and show how to find possible roles and experiences of the respective
partners. Further we look at specific transits to the composite chart and their implications for the relationship.
Rick Levine
Making Sense of Relationships in the Modern World
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Ram Das once called relationships "the yoga of the West." Yoga has a long tradition yet the rules of
relationships have changed dramatically with the advent of digital communication, the rise of new relationship
paradigms, and the increase of freedom in modern life. We will explore an astrological model of relationships,
using examples to illuminate common difficulties and offering concrete ways of handling some of the problems
that commonly arise as two humans come together.
Track 4: Vocation, Employment, Human Resources, Hiring
Margaret Gray
The value of Psychological Astrology in assisting individuals facing the loss of their job/career.
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
In this presentation, I plan to explore how Psychological Astrology can assist individuals facing the loss of their
job/career through an understanding of the experience as a "Threshold Crossing." This is best described
by the mythological framework of "The Hero's Journey," written extensively by Joseph Campbell.
Astrologically, this is "the Solar Journey" and an opportunity to find one's true Vocation/Calling with
the assistance of the Natal Chart.
Michelle Gould
Finding Purpose in the Chart
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Ideally, our vocation is more than a description of what we do: it's a reflection of who we are.
In this seminar, we'll use multiple chart examples to demonstrate how to identify purpose in the nativity and
discuss strategies for guiding clients toward more meaningful work.
Lea Imsiragic
Choose the Right Career With the Help of Fixed Stars
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
In order to choose the right career we should look many things in natal, as this is one of most complex questions.
Certain Fixed stars are connected with special talents, abilities and professions and can help you to very quickly
see the native's strongest talents and to narrow the choices for right career. This is Leo-Virgo lecture -- practical,
with many examples and useful information.
Pat Taglilatelo
Job Matching
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Lack of job satisfaction is often a result of a poor match between a person's work preferences and the demands of
the job. Whether you are a manager, an employee, a career coach or a job-hunter, you will achieve a better match
between applicant and the job if you understand the work needs, interests and aspirations described in the chart
and can determine whether they fit the job description.
Susie Cox
Presenting Astrology at Health Spas and Resorts
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
How can astrology come out of the back rooms and have value in society? One idea is to offer astrological services
at health spas. Susie Cox has worked at Canyon Ranch Health Resort for 28 years and will share her ideas about
astrology in the spa world. This lecture will explore the many ways astrology shows its value to society
through service industries. Professional astrologers who are looking for a new clientele will love this talk.
Maurice Fernandez
Vocational Orientation in the Birth Chart
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
A brand new perspective on identifying career potential in the natal chart. Maurice will present an overview of the
different factors to analyze when assessing one's natural professional inclinations and the ways to tap into public
needs. The challenge in a vocational choice is to merge personal creativity with collective needs! Maurice's use of
the 12th House in the career equation has proven to be utterly accurate and precise.
Cathy Coleman
Using Astrology in the Workplace
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
From her experience as a human resources director and non-profit administrator for 26 years, Cathy will share
myriad ways that she has used astrology in the workplace through employee newsletters; teaching work groups about
the personalities of different employees; electing dates for fundraising and other special events; counseling
employees in life challenges; and helping employees move forward after termination. She will also share knowledge
of others' use of astrology in traditional and non-traditional workplaces.
Chris McRae
Signals in Selecting a Fulfilling Career
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
In today's complex society, with so many possibilities, this is often an important quest experienced by many.
It is a common client question. In our charts it is so much more than the traditional houses 2nd, 6th and 10th.
There are many additional clues gleaned from the whole chart, plus where one is at in different phases of life.
Destiny or life purpose is also part of the equation.
Darri Low-Murphy
Astrological Vocation in Regard to Health Care for Clients
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Many books have been written about medical astrology, yet people are more than their disease or physical
condition. First, this class delves into navigating the health care process as seen through the houses
with a focus on illuminating health care professionals and their work arenas. Then, a look at signs to
determine how a client may best seek this care and what preferences they work with. Finally, a look at
the planets and aspects to determine who the caretakers or providers are and how the health care process
functions for an individual.
No Lecture
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
This track does not have a lecture in this time slot.
Track 5: Psychological & Medical, Self-Knowledge
Carol Rushman
Making Predictions the Right Way
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
How your psychological profile affects your astrological predictions.
Tad Mann
Essential Knowledge About Gestation
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
We tend to ignore the fact that our life begins at Conception. During Gestation we are imprinted with our
genetic inheritance and reincarnation histories while inside our mother. From here the events and psychological
developments of our life unfold in sequence around the horoscope circle from conception to old age. Learn how
to decode these earliest important influences in the horoscope as they directly affect your creativity,
sexuality and relationships for the rest of your life.
Karine Dilanyan
The Gift of Melancholia: Marsilio Ficino, Albreht Durer, Richard Burton
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
This lecture will cover astrological roots of melancholia and their reflection in the works of famous melancholic
authors: Marsilio Ficino, the great Renaissance philosopher, in his "Three Books on Life"; Albreht Durer,
the great artist, mathematician and geometer, in his ingraving "Melencolia I"; Richard Burton, the great
thinker, in "The Anatomy of Melancholy." We will examine and decode astrological symbolism of the said
works and influence of these outstanding people who tried to overcome predestination of their horoscopes and their
works on art, science, philosophy, medicine and psychology from their times till our days.
Michael Lutin
Karma and Temptation
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
The Inescapable Irony of Pisces in 2009
Brad Kochunas
Astrology and the Underworld of Prison
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Pluto and his brother, Neptune, are said to have an affinity for penitentiaries. What kind of people live and work
there? How do they serve these dark lords? What is astrology's value in this underworld? After 25 years of working
in prison mental health, let me guide you through this shadowy realm and perhaps also, touch upon your own darkness.
Noel Tyl
Fifteen Indispensable Keys to Analysis
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Hemisphere emphasis, the Sun-Moon blends, Saturn retrograde phenomenology, the Lunar Nodal Axis,
Pluto-Sun and Pluto-Moon, House rulership networks and developmental tension, Peregrinations, Mutual Reception,
the Aries Point and Angularity, special Midpoints, Grand Trines, and Idealization! ... and how they all work
together psychodynamically! All insight channels lead to deep analytical orientation within the horoscope.
Highest creative synthesis comes easily into being. Chart examples galore!
Aleksandar Imsiragic
How to Heal Challenging Aspects and Transform Them into Success
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
There are no negative things, for they were not imagined in general creation, but there are only things that one
does not know how to solve, since one is using just a certain potential of oneself. However, if one could be aware
of a certain level of one's functioning, or to fulfill certain symbolics in a certain way, one could come into the
situation to create an exceptional aspect out of every position.
Jane Ridder-Patrick
The Expert Patient
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Recently the notion of "expert patients," who take an active role in managing their own health, is
becoming increasingly accepted and welcomed by health-care professionals. Astrology is an outstanding tool
for facilitating self-knowledge about the inter-relatedness of mind and body which could have important positive
economic and research implications. Case-studies will be used to show how we can all become expert patients or,
better still, stay as healthy as possible.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Gisele Terry
The Moon and the Relational Nature of Growth
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
This presentation provides an interdisciplinary context for understanding human development. Because the meanings
and sequence of the signs of the zodiac closely parallel developmental stages in early childhood, it is possible
to form a unique hypothesis about human growth that dissolves apparent contradictions between nature vs. nurture
and fate vs. free will. In merging astrology with developmental psychology, the Moon, representing the relational
nature of growth, becomes the symbolic bridge between the two.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Noel Tyl
The Magic of Solar Arcs
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The dramatic basis for Solar Arcs, supporting how quickly we can see them developing and the principles of
their grand messages. See development in time instantly. Learn how Arcs and Transits and the Secondary
Progressed Moon work together to predict changes and growth. See how Arcs are quintessentially important
within Rectification methodology. Learn the interpretive premise for all 1,130 possible Direct Arcs and
Midpoint Pictures!
Jane Ridder-Patrick
Sickness: The Big Seven
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
According to a recent study, seven chronic diseases -- cancer, diabetes, hypertension, stroke, heart disease, pulmonary
conditions and mental illness -- have a total impact on the US economy of $1.3 trillion annually. In this lecture
we will examine the astrological signatures of some of these conditions and look at possible preventative measures,
by addressing the underlying psychological predispositions and their physical correlates.
Track 6: Research, Science & Technology
Frank Piechoski
Annoyingly Intelligent People
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
This lecture examines astrological factors tied to intelligence. Using statistical research methods,
hundreds of charts of people with Mensa-level intelligence are examined for common factors and the methodology
explained. Individual charts will also be examined to show how the statically discovered factors operate
for that particular person. This lecture will not be just boring numbers, but also a humorous look at what
we regard as intelligence and how it relates to astrology.
Karine Dilanyan
Johannes Kepler Astrological Works and Russian Academy of Sciences
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Kepler's Scientific Archives were bought by Tzarina Katherine the Great and now are kept in the Archives of
the Russian Academy of Sciences. Besides astronomical papers Kepler's Archives contain around 1000 horoscopes
and astrological works. Russian academicians were influenced a lot by scientific and astrological ideas of Kepler
and in the 20th century this influence gave birth to a new scientific field called heliobiology. Heliobiology
was invented by an outstanding Russian scientist Alexandr Tchizhevsky and studies interconnection between Solar
activity and events on Earth: biological, medical and historical.
Mark Urban-Lurain
Worldviews Collide - Astrology vs. Science
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
What are the reasons for the clash between astrological and scientific worldviews? Why is the debate so rancorous?
What are the implications of the conflict for both science and astrology?
Barbara Schermer
Sedna: Intimations of a New Feminine Archetype
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Everyone alive has Sedna in Aries (before 1968) or in Taurus. Learn her role as an emerging archetype and what
effects she activates in our charts. My research shows Sedna is prominent in the charts of many environmentalists
(Rachel Carson, Jacques Cousteau, Al Gore) and repeats a narrative throughout the development of the global
environmental movement (Wilderness Society, Sierra Club, First Earth Day). Hear and see her compelling message
through an introductory dramatic performance piece.
Alphee Lavoie
To Parallax or Not to Parallax the Chart
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
In my extensive research I have discovered that parallax calculations can be key when predicting mundane events.
Generally, astrologers calculate planetary positions as if we were born in the center of the earth. Parallax
calculates the planetary positions to the natal latitude and longitude. In this lecture I will demonstrate the
difference of calculating the new moon with and without parallax and using Asro map techniques you will see
dramatic results using these important mundane tools. I will also show how the delineation of lunar returns
drastically change when using parallax.
Mark Urban-Lurain
Communicating Astrology's Value to Society: Scholarly Writing for Astrologers
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
For astrology to demonstrate its value to society, astrologers must communicate in ways that are valued by
society and display professional competence. Scholarly writing is a writing style used by experts in most
fields of study to communicate with each other and advance the knowledge in their discipline. This workshop
session introduces scholarly writing while providing practical guidance and suggestions for improving your
astrological writing. Bring your ideas for your own writing projects.
Madalyn Hillis-Dineen
The Symmetry of Locality: Astro*Carto*Graphy and Beyond
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Learn how to integrate planetary pictures and hypothetical planets into Jim Lewis' traditional methods. We'll
explore new techniques that expand the concept of oblique positions, the foundation of Jim's work in astro-locality.
Midpoints, planetary pictures, local space and parans will be viewed on both maps and dials and explored from both
a natal and dynamic perspective. Madalyn guides you to a new understanding of locality techniques and help you to
integrate them into your work.
Richard Smoot
The Antiscia Horoscope -- New Research: Aligning ourselves with the "Shadow"
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
This discussion presents partial original research and a fresh new understanding of the "shadow" horoscope
as described by Ptolemy in the 2nd century. Exploring the use of the "shadow" through time, this
examination indicates that the word "shadow" may actually be the origin of "premonitions,"
"unseen motivation or instinctual responses," "intentions of the Universe," and the key to
Carl Jung's writings on the archetypes of the "shadow."
Richard Schulz
The TAO -- Technical Aspect Oscillator
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The TAO (technical aspect oscillator) is an objective (100% mathematical) variable that is derived strictly
from the angular separation of selected and weighted planetary pairs. It is theorized to be a measure of
global human psychology. One practical application of the TAO 2 is its correlation with the Dow and SP 500
stock indexes to greater than 1:10,000 against chance. The numerical TAO aspectarian, combined with the
positive TAO 2 correlations, verifies traditional astrological aspect interpretations.
Carol Tebbs
Rectification: How to Correlate Life Events to Accurate Birth Time for Precision Forecasting
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Knowing a client's exact time of birth is crucial for an accurate astrological chart interpretation. A variance
of just a few minutes can lead to incorrect positions of the angles and the Moon. The workshop shows how to rectify
questionable or unknown birth times using modern astrological techniques. Learn to spot close aspect patterns in the
chart, "aspect hooks," and correlate them with the client's most dramatic life events, "event hooks."
By aligning the timing of "aspect hooks" with life "event hooks" one can determine an accurate
birth time.
Track 7: Education, Culture, History
Roy Gillett
Astrology - Restoring the Science of Human Understanding
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
The attitudes of the 17th/18th century "Enlightenment" created the conditions for the material benefits
of the 21st century, but left our personal lives and social relationships barren. After exploring the astrological
reasons for this, Roy will show how knowing today's transits can be used to restore a scientific balance that includes
human as well as mechanical understanding. We can educate our children to have social values, based on a
compassionate view of each other's needs.
Robert Corre
Improving Interpretation & Judgment Through Structure & Work Habits
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Astrology is the study of Motivation and Drive. Our goal? Answer two questions: What may I expect during
this lifetime and when? The primary obstacle to delineation? Becoming overwhelmed by the chart's complexity.
How do we break through? Apply a structured systematic approach to unravel the horoscope's intricacy. Training
ourselves to prioritize, simplify, and economize our thinking when observing and speculating perfects judgment.
And using well-defined rules to measure the quantity and quality of planetary forces present dramatically
improves interpretative skills. The result? An image of the desires that impel a living soul's destiny.
Ralfee Finn
What Teaching Astrology at Hunter College Taught Me About Astrology
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
What is astrology? Is it the superstitious artifact of ancient civilizations? A science? An art? A philosophy?
Is it the ubiquitous sun sign column serving up a daily dose of destiny? How are we to define it? What is its basis?
Most importantly, does astrology have value and meaning in a contemporary setting? These are some of the questions
posed to students over the course of the semester. This lecture is about what their answers taught me about
astrology's value in an academic setting.
Maureen Ambrose
Who Was Niccolo Machiavelli and How Did Cesare Borgia Influence Him?
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
What was the true character and nature of the man who has served as template for political cunning?
A look at the charts of both men and the circumstances of the times that produced their reputations.
An illustration of how astrology aids our understanding of the history of politics.
Mira Cosic
Overcoming Language and Culture Barriers: With a Little Help from Mercury
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Learn how to share information and astrological experience to different corners of the world. Individual
cultural differences abound, therefore your approach to the client's needs has must be very unique. Learn
how to shift your views and respond in culturally appropriate ways if you have clients in different countries,
over the phone, via internet, or if you write for magazines published in other parts of the world. Examples
will be given for several different countries including government influence, taboos and limitations they impose.
Caroline Casey
Trickster in the Realm of Dreams: The Path of the Compassionate Trickster as an Agent of Personal and Cultural Change
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Uranus in Pisces says strategic personal and collective advantage goes to those cultivating intimacy with the
power of symbolic language, dreams, and metaphor. That would be us, Team! We will honor, animate and align with
the conjoining of Jupiter and Neptune, the gods of story and metaphor, the rulers of Uranus in Pisces, in Aquarius.
The memosphere is the realm of maximum cultural influence as we smuggle esoterica into mainstream.
Frank Piechoski
Language and Astrology
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Astrology permeates language to an extent even astrologers may not know. From everyday words to great works of
literature, astrology is present. The chart itself can also be its own piece of literature, with different parts
of the chart acting as parts of speech.
Dr. Christoph Schubert-Weller
How to Design Worldviews by Astrology
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Usually a "worldview" seems to be fixed by science, by philosophy and by religious tradition.
Astrology is not only a means of self-knowledge. Astrology helps to understand reality and how the world
goes round. Astrology invites users to be creative philosophers and mystics and to create models of
worldviews up to "theories of everything." The lecture shows how it works and gives ancient
and modern examples of astrological worldviews.
Eric Meyers
May We Live in Interesting Times : Today's Remarkable Astrology
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
We are in the midst of an incredible astrological time frame, one of immense historical and cultural importance.
This lecture will review our current zeitgeist and what's to come. Also, we'll explore previous eras to
understand similarities and differences.
Joe Polise
The Stellar Code of the Watchers
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
The four "Royal Stars of Persia," also called the Watchers, (Aldebaran, Regulus, Antares, and
Fomalhaut), are also related to the zodiac's fixed signs. This class is a look at this stellar motif
throughout history. The scope of their role in astrology, religion, and mythology is traced back through
time through primary source perspectives, specifically the Zoroastrian creation myth the Bundahish, the
Judeo-Christian Book of Enoch, and others. This lecture also highlights the role of the Royal Stars in
astrological tradition. The themes of each star shine through selected charts.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Susie Cox
The Value of Doing a Darn Good Reading!
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
What is the value of an excellent reading to the client? It's priceless. The way clients look at themselves changes
forever. The trick to giving a good reading is finding the theme in the chart. Susie Cox will give practical tips
on how to look at a birth chart and quickly find the story. Bring your birth chart for all of us to look at and
interpret. You will find reading charts much easier after this lecture.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Track 8: Spirituality & Religion
Eric Meyers
Elements & Evolution
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
The elements provide precise information on personality attributes and psychological characteristics. They
can also reveal broader evolutionary themes. This lecture will offer a simple framework to understand how the
elements interact in spiritually progressive ways -- a multi-leveled approach dealing with the evolution of
consciousness.
Dr. Christoph Schubert-Weller
Does God Speak Through Stars? The Difficult Relationship Between Astrology and Christianity
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
The Bible brands astrology, Popes either made an extensive use of astrology or condemned it. The relationship between
Christianity and astrology always was ambivalent and difficult. The lecture outlines these difficulties and shows how
astrology and Christianity could coexist -- or even benefit from each other.
Jodie Forrest
The Ascendant: Your Entry Vehicle
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
The Sun is who you are, the Moon what you feel -- but what's the Ascendant? It's what you must embody,
the territory you must cross, to be who you are and get what you need. In evolutionary astrology, it's the
vehicle that drives the entire incarnation, and also the terrain you must explore and master during this
lifetime. Your Ascendant is custom-designed, via its ruler, aspects and/or first house planets, for the
territory you must navigate...
Greg Bogart
Astrology and Dreams
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
In this workshop you'll experience how astrology and dreamwork can be combined into a transformative spiritual
practice. Dream symbols closely reflect our natal and transiting planets. We'll consider the meaning of dreams
occurring during particular transits and progressions, and how planetary and dream archetypes manifest in waking
life. Decoding the messages of dreams and transits together generates a potent broth of upsurgent feelings,
pressing tasks, and energies rising within us in conscious response to change. Participants in this process-oriented
workshop will be encouraged to transform themselves in response to the spiritual lessons and directives revealed
through astrology and dreams.
Bob Mulligan
Timing Spiritual Transformations
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
When you focus on your astrological tools and use them for your spiritual development rapid progress can be
made on your path. This class focuses on the different methods of spiritual development indicated in the horoscope;
the way that timing can be used as self-development; the hidden meaning of mundane events in the world evolution;
and the basic unity of all paths which the cycles of astrology teach us.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Roxana Muise, Ord., Bsc., CAP
Astrology & Universal Law
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
The essential structures and functions of all disciplines directly relate to astrology. Astrology acts as a master
guide to understanding and using the realms of the seen as well as those of the unseen. The full spectrums of the
physical and social sciences, and disciplines of the mind, body and spirit are all based on energy, and energy
behaves in ways determined by simple, straightforward Universal Laws. Understand those Laws, and everything falls
into place.
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Verena Bachmann
The Houses of Learning: An Evolutionary Approach to the Mutable Houses of a Chart
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Usually only the 3rd House (sometimes also the 9th) is connected with Learning. A closer look shows that each
mutable House addresses a different type of learning and asks for a very specific evolutionary steps in
consciousness. In this Lecture/Workshop we will explore in depth the learning processes of the 3rd, 6th,
9th and 12th houses and their meaning for our development.
Sandra-Leigh Serio
Esoteric Astrology: What is Your Life's Purpose?
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
What constitutes an old or young soul? What lessons are you learning and what talents have you mastered on a
soul level? Are you on the right path? Are events predestined? Do you have choices? These and other questions
regarding the evolution of your soul can be examined with a few basic techniques and an understanding of
astrology's role in your life experience.
Brad Kochunas
Elemental Spirituality
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
In spirituality and spiritual astrology the predominant imagery is of light and ascension, reflecting the
elements of fire and air. This elemental lopsidedness not only fractures the wholeness of spirituality but
imperils the way we understand astrology as a spiritual tool. This presentation focuses upon rejuvenating
earth and water as ways for coming back to our senses and adding substance and depth to our spirituality
and to our astrology.
Kim Marie
Speaking the Language to Be Heard
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Speak above someone's understanding and they get angry or frustrated. Speak below them and they get insulted or
bored. How do we speak astrology and reach the public or a client? This lecture looks at expanding circles of
human consciousness and how it changes the language of astrological archetypes. Learn to speak the language
and actually be heard by clients and the public.
Patricia Walsh
Astrological Lessons from Past Life Regressions
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Using charts and people's actual past life experiences as recalled through regression therapy, the archetypes
will come to life in a way you have not seen them before. Pluto and the nodes are used as the baseline to
understand "karmic imprinting" and the "actual" past life stories compared to the astrological
chart will show how they work together. This material is drawn from several thousand case studies. One chart and
past life story will be presented for each archetype (Aries-Pisces).
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Beatrice Boucher
The Moon and the Sun: Where Do We Come From and Where Are We Going To?
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Where do we come from and where are we going to?
* * * Note: This is one of two lectures from this track in this time slot. * * *
Track 9: Life Cycles
Samuel F. Reynolds
Understanding the Jupiter Return, from the Inside Out: Lessons in Growth, Understanding and Purpose
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Although there has been a significant amount written about the Saturn return, the Jupiter return, particularly
the first adult Jupiter return between 23-25 years old, has not been honored enough for shaping and bringing to
full relief the life lessons, beliefs and core principles that contribute to the individual development and
manifestation of one's life's purpose. By exploring charts of key figures in recent history, Reynolds will
show how important the first adult Jupiter return can be and how one can actively cultivate a better way to
receive the impact of the Jupiter return.
Maurice Fernandez
Evolutionary Levels of Consciousness
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Understanding the evolutionary levels of consciousness explains why people who share the same chart do not
necessarily act the same way. The overall chart pattern describes themes and energies that the person lives
with, but how these themes and energies are addressed and used is completely dependent on his or her level
of consciousness. To illustrate this dynamic, we will describe these different evolutionary levels and
discuss examples.
Monica Dimino
Cycles and Seasons
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
In contrast to the astrological zeitgeist which has us boxed into performing like fortune tellers, this lecture
offers an alternate way of looking at our celestial science. From this perspective, we can bypass the pitfalls
of predicting specific events and thereby create an intellectual climate that takes us into a deeper understanding
of astrology's virtually limitless potential to enrich our lives.
Kamala Melic-Akhnazarova
Inspiring Limits: Saturn Cycle and Perception of time in Different Age
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Deals with different variations in interpreting Saturn transits and aspects of this planet for people of
different ages, including the attitude to time measure in life from childhood to adolescence to adulthood
and old age. What are the pros and contras of a traditionally tough planet in different life phases?
Donna Van Toen
When It's Time for a Change
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
The Mars Return chart is often a reliable indicator of changes in direction, activities, and motivation.
Using this as a base, we will tie in other harbingers of change such as stations, eclipses, and major transits
to get a view of where you're going.
Tad Mann
The Mystery of Time in Astrology
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Time constrains us to certain ultimate rules that govern our life. Our life in time begins at conception; however
our time sense changes as we age according to a precise and knowable pattern and mathematics. Our fundamental
ideas about time are often incorrect and perpetuate the wounds we carry. In attempting to heal these wounds
inflicted by time, we may discover the path which leads beyond time. But first, understand for the time of your life.
Gloria Star
The Nine Most Important Cycles of Your Life
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Each life contains milestones and turning points that we think of as life-altering. In most instances, a cosmic
convergence occurs that can be seen through specific transits, progressions, and other signposts. Join Gloria
to discover your own key journey markers.
Hakan Kirkoglu
Time Lords and Time Cycles
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
In this talk, we will look at how to expand the individual meaning of progressed lunation cycle with a major time
lord techniques, Firdaria of Persians. With the combination of these two distinct approaches, life cycles can be
seen as a tapestry of both cosmic and individual patterns. We are going to scrutinize the psychology of lunation
cycle in terms of different planetary periods with examples.
Claudia Rizzi
Chiron: Four Moments in Life to Understand Our Collective Mission
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Chiron, the wounded healer, is the bridge between Saturn and Uranus. Understanding what this planetoid has
to tell us, we can deeply understand the kind of self we need to develop in order to live healthier and happier
lives. There are four critical moments in our lives when Chiron teaches us important lessons and these lessons
are useful to better serve society as Chiron has to do with collective karma.
Dennis Harness
The Karmic Code: The Predictive Planetary Periods of Vedic Astrology
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
The Vimshottari Dasha system is a 120-year progression system that is a cornerstone of predictive techniques
in Vedic Astrology based on the natal position of the Moon. Come and explore this profound system of forecasting
our developmental life cycles which reveal our karmic DNA in relationship to health, career and spiritual growth.
We will use Albert Einstein's chart as we demonstrate the accuracy of this ancient technique and its application
to the modern Western world.
Track 10: Panels
Astrology & the Universities: An uneasy alliance or a perfect fit?
Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Moderator: Lee Lehman
Panelists: Cathy Coleman,
Enid Newburg,
Greg Bogart,
Frances Clynes,
Ralfee Finn.
Like any other subject, astrology can be studied either as a practice (learning how to do it) or academically
(examining its nature, culture, claims and context). Are universities a good home for one or neither of these
aspirations? Listen to expert panelists and make your own views heard.
Astrological Profession: Who are we? What do we do?
Thursday, Aug. 20, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Moderator: Monica Hable Dimino
Panelists: Roy Gillett,
Glenn Perry,
Bob Mulligan,
Gloria Star,
Madalyn Hillis Dineen.
This panel will gather viewpoints from six practicing professional astrologers. We will see the diversity of
the profession as practiced by teachers, therapists, software providers, media mavens and spiritual advisors.
Audience participation is welcome.
* * * No Panel * * *
Friday, Aug. 21, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
There is no panel in this time slot due to there being two lectures under "Finance &
Business."
Media Approach: Getting it Right for Contemporary Astrology
Friday, Aug. 21, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Moderator: Chris McRae
Panelists: Frank Piechoski,
Sandra-Leigh Serio,
Michael Lutin,
Gloria Star,
Antonia Langsdorf.
How do we deal with various factions of the press who try to diminish, demean and trivialize what we do? How do
we prevent ourselves from feeling and being defensive? Panel members with many years' experience dealing with our
public image will offer their insight. Your own experience will also be welcome.
* * * No Panel * * *
Friday, Aug. 21, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
There is no panel in this time slot due to there being two lectures under "Spirituality & Religion."
Astrological Professionals in Religious Worldviews
Saturday, Aug. 22, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Moderator: Roy Gillett
Panelists: Dr. Christoph Schubert-Weller,
Roxana Muise,
Claudia Rizzi.
How do astrologers relate to their clients' individual religious practice, as well as the churches they
belong to? What about those who "believe" in atheism? Does astrology answer the debate between
fate, free will and karma? Can it enlighten our spiritual path?
Current Research and Promise for the Future
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Leader: Glenn Perry
Panelists: David Cochrane,
Mark Urban-Lurain, Shelley Jordan, Debra Rozek.
An overview of the current state of research in the field. Each panelist will give a 10-minute presentation on
a research method, proposal, or project they think holds the greatest promise for contributing to astrological
knowledge and demonstrating astrology's validity. Following the presentations, there will be a discussion on the
strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to astrological research.
* * * No Panel * * *
Saturday, Aug. 22, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
There is no panel in this time slot due to there being two lectures under "Psychological &
Medical, Self-Knowledge."
Ethics for Astrologers: Questions and Answers
Sunday, Aug. 23, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Moderator: Dorothy Oja
Panelists: Monica Dimino,
Maureen Ambrose,
Chris McRae,
Regina Gerstman.
* * * No Panel * * *
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
There is no panel in this time slot due to the closing panel at 4:30 PM.
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