Aries Super Blood Moon Eclipse: The Big Red Reset Button

Perth: 28th Sept 10:50am; Melbourne: 28th Sept 12:50am; NY: 27th Sept 10:50pm

LA: 27th Sept 7:50pm; GMT: 28th Sept 3:50am

Well this is a fun combination in the sky. A super moon with the moon close to its perigee (see the last full moon), so closer to the Earth than normal. It's the fourth and final eclipse of the lunar tetrad (4 lunar eclipses in a row, 6 lunar months apart) and, as if all of that's not enough, it will be turning a spectacular blood red for those lucky enough to witness the eclipse.

In the northern hemisphere this is the harvest moon (though Neil Young won't be in the mix if that's what you're listening for). In the southern hemisphere it's the first moon of the spring. For both it's a celebration of the equinox a few days ago.

Astrologically we're in the midst of Mercury Retrograde, a time when the trickster is messing with our heads, words, plans and devices. Luna Tuna's only advice on this one: embrace, embrace, embrace. What would life be if the gods didn't come along and ruffle your hair and tie your shoe laces together every once in a while? What I've found personally: My messed around plans are working out better by far than the ones I'd mapped out.

Saturn has moved on from the depth of the Scorpion's lair and out into the open in Sagittarius. Phew. That was one hell of a 3-years. What will come with Father Time turning his steely focus to your dreams, goals and truth in Sag? I guess we wait and see.

It feels perfect that this red moon is in Aries. It really does feel like a big red reset button in the sky. Take this opportunity to really let the past die, the future be unknown, and this moment to be truly rich with life and potency. I know Science rules these days, lord knows to say any different risks being stoned in the streets, but there's a whole lot of magic around too. Second chances abound in our perpetually resetting Universe, so take them.

I hope you get the chance to listen to the mix under the super blood full moon eclipse. The flavour is fun, fresh and a celebration of new days and new ways.

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The Luna Tuna

Pisces Full (Super) Moon: Deeper Still

Perth: 30th August 2:35am; Melbourne: 30th August 4:35am NY: 29th August 2:35pm

LA: 29th August 11:35am; GMT: 29th August 7:35pm

Take a deep breath... and now get ready to dive down into your inner world for this powerful full moon in Pisces. 

The moon is near its perigee, its closest point to Earth, which makes this a super moon. The careful observer might notice that it's a little larger than normal in the night sky. And it feels larger than normal in the inner sky because... well, firstly it's in Pisces, the Luna Tuna's home moon of the two fish swimming in opposite directions. Ruled by Neptune, Pisces is the un-naming of the named in the Taoist sense. It's the realisation that although I have my own identity, come from a country and a family and have many things that make me 'me', I am also none of those things. Although it feels like I am the wave, I am in fact the ocean.

If that's not Neptunian enough for you, King Neptune himself is only 2 degrees away from this full moon. When you're staring at that moon, although you won't realise it, you'll be seeing Neptune too.

On the other side of the sky is Jupiter and the Sun in Virgo giving this moon just the kind of anchor we need. Deep sea diving is ill advised without a boat to come back to.

And so, conditions are perfect for some introspection this full moon. Especially with Venus, Pluto, Neptune, Chiron and Uranus all retrograde.

Here's what I find fascinating about this Pisces full moon: it's the culmination of the Leo new moon a few weeks ago that asked of us to play, enjoy and be creative. Leo, ruled by the sun, was an exploration of our identity, the things that make us unique and special. And now here we are with Neptune in charge, the deep felt understanding, beyond logic and reason, that we are one.

It points to the great paradox of knowing myself as a single, unique entity and also understanding this is not the case. There's something greater than me at play, forces that I may never comprehend that affect my life in very real and profound ways.

Where is this stream of thought going? Back to the sea of course, as all streams eventually must. This moon is about faith: a word much maligned in this scientific age where we imagine ourselves to have all the answers. It's about faith, that deep down in my essence I know who I am and where I'm going, no matter how it appears to others (or even myself) on the outside. Faith that Source is always there to welcome me home after long journeys into foolish, complicated thoughts. Faith that the vision that I have for myself is real, if not yet realised.

And faith that I am being guided through this life, and I can choose to listen or choose to ignore it. The guidance is there none-the-less. And this isn't just for those who believe in angels. Trust in whatever it is that doesn't give you the heeby-jeebies, whether that be gut instinct, inner knowing, Source, God, Allah, the Universe, the Force... whatever is is, listen to it.

This moon feels like it truly is a gift. A timeout from the world to dive deep into the eternal internal, beyond the stormy seas on the surface, and feel yourself at your core, at your essence. Who knows what sunken treasures you might find deep down on the ocean floor.

The mix is a sequel to Us and the Ocean. A musical sandwich with the Scruff bakery providing the bread. If you get on board it'll take you where you need to go.

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The Luna Tuna

Aquarius Full Moon: Small Steps, Giant Leaps

Perth: 31st July 6:42pm; Melbourne: 31st July 8:42pm; NY: 31st July 6:42am

LA: 31st July 3:42am; GMT: 31st July 11:42am

The Cancer new moon a couple of weeks ago has culminated in this Aquarius full moon tonight. The emotional waters of the crab meet the freedom and detachment of Aquarius, the water bearer. With this in mind, what better place to take the moon mix this full moon but to the moon itself.

It's truly fascinating that only a little over half a century after the Wright Brothers got off the ground, we could actually set foot on the moon. Or... was it all an elaborate hoax dreamed up in a studio? I don't think so, but if so, that's an even wilder achievement of human imagination!

There's plenty of action going on in the sky right now. Saturn is about to go direct and leave Scorpio for good... or at least for the next 29 years. A little more focus available, long term goals back on track, the lessons from the last 2.5 years learned and locked in. Phew.

Venus retrograde. Watch for the return of the past, perhaps some reconnections, a look at current relationships and where they're at, maybe a chance to give some of that outward facing love back to yourself.

And then the Aquarius full moon itself, a blue moon as it falls just within July. We're one big, not-necessarily-happy, family the human race and we're all in it together. That collective mind of ours is capable of incredible things (see picture above), but while we stare at the sky let's not forget what's in the gutters. One clear mind can do wonders for mankind.

As for Tunakind, you may be able to see in Neil's space-helmet-reflection the truth of the situation, there was a fish on the moon long before people arrived. A hoax you say? I think not. Press play and hear the proof.

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The Luna Tuna

This just in - another layer of the moon revealed. Aquarius is ruled by Saturn and Uranus. Saturn is the rules, the way things are, the old way. Uranus is the 'fuck-it' attitude, the rebel, the new. Which of these will win out over these days/weeks? The old way because that's what you've done for a while now? Or the scary new path of simply saying 'fuck it' and leaving all that behind in search of something that serves you better?

We will see, but I know what the Tuna would do...

Cancer New Moon: Our Nature to Nurture

(Cancer the crab has gone back into the rocks and hidden away, therefore the Cancer new moon is not available right now.)

Perth: 16th July 9:24am; Melbourne: 16th July 11:24am; NY: 15th July 9:24pm

LA: 15th July 6:24pm; GMT: 16th July 2:24am

It's an emotional time for The Luna Tuna today, and why wouldn't it be with the new moon in Cancer, trine Chiron in Pisces. The fluids are in charge today and letting us know that we are sensitive, fragile creatures, all of us defying enormous odds just to be here, all of us knowing that we're in this big soup together, 'til death do us part.

It's a time for reflection, a time to look back and ponder the many cycles we've seen pass in order to get to where we are. Two weeks ago we pondered the longer journey of life, and now we sit with the ever-changing tides from moment to moment. A chance to look at our state of mind, body, soul and be gentle with ourselves. Ask yourself this question: is there a way I could nurture myself better in life, moment to moment? Have I mastered the art of being my own caregiver?

Since humans decided to stand up on 2 feet many moons ago we've had a unique situation amongst the other mammals we share the planet with. By standing up our brains got bigger and the birth canal got smaller, which caused one very serious consequence for us all: we're all born preposterously premature. Without a great deal of help from our mother, and subsequently the rest of our family/clan, we are doomed.

What does it all mean? It means that we all know in our blood what it is to be needy. We have all experienced it first hand and we take that with us through life. With the experience of being nurtured, however, also comes the instinct to nurture, and that's where Cancer's great gift lies, so long as the crab-claws of protection can be relaxed to allow people into its world. We're talking here about love, support and care for people around us.

Deeper still, we're talking about love, support and care for ourselves. Giving yourself what you need to not just survive but thrive in this world: whether that is eating better foods, taking in less of the poisons of life, or just thinking kinder thoughts towards yourself. So there's the goal for this month and something to ponder for this new moon.

It's also an emotional time because this is the final instalment of the 12 moon mixes that make up the full zodiac. It started with Leo 6 months ago, and now we've taken the full tour of the stars. It's been one incredible ride and I thank you for coming along for the journey. I would recommend following the cycles of the moon to anyone who had the inkling to do so: it's a chance to wander through the collective psyche and there's no telling what you might find on that voyage.

I'll still be making mixes just for the fun(k) of it, so stay tuna'd in moons to come.

Oh, and a special mention to the New Horizon space craft making it all the way to Pluto 2 days ago. It doesn't have much to do with the Cancer New Moon, but I just think it's amazing that we have sent something into space as far as Pluto. And props to Pluto for proving itself to be the biggest and baddest of the Dwarf Planets. I think he deserves an upgrade to planet again, but even if that doesn't happen, to say he's any less of a planet than the rest is to say that Tyrion Lannister is less man than Joffrey... it's just not true.

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The Luna Tuna

Capricorn Full Moon: Cronos' Logic

Perth: 2nd July 10:19am; Melbourne: 2nd July 12:19pm; NY: 1st July 10:19pm

LA: 1st July 7:19pm; GMT: 3:19am

Astrology really is a fascinating area to study. Within it are many mini-themes for you to wrap your head around, seeds of wisdom that, under the right conditions, might take hold and grow and perhaps one day bare fruit.

One of the gems in there is the relationship between Capricorn and Cancer: opposites of the zodiac creating the vertical line of the cardinal cross. Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, father time, who takes approximately 29 years to traverse the zodiac. Cancer is ruled by the moon, the mother, who takes 29 days.

Whilst Cancer tends to encompass the ever-changing emotional tides of life, Capricorn deals with the longer journey. It's where we look up ahead at what's coming, plan for it, get prepared, and look behind at what has transpired, learn our lessons, try to do better next time.

The world has changed from when we needed to plan for the long hard winters, making sure we had enough crops to survive. Now, in the modern world, we don't even have seasons for our fruit and vegetables in the supermarket, they come to us all year round. If we want something we can throw a credit card at it and have it, deal with the consequences later.

As gratification gets closer and closer to being instantaneous we might think that Father Time's day is done, the old man has nothing left to teach us... But old Cronos didn't get the job without being fully qualified. Consequences to overdoing the now at the expense of the future are as relevant today as they ever were in any time.

As the moon waxes into fullness it might be a good time to ponder how far you've come on your journey through life, it might give you an indication of where you're going. Not just tomorrow and next week, but in the months and years to come that will shape your life on this planet.

Planning got a bit of a bad wrap over the last few decades, and the Luna Tuna would never want the LunaTunatics out there to stop being present and available to the moment at hand. Let's pass this one over to Yoda for the wisdom: 'Be mindful of the future, but not at the expense of the present'. 

So there's the task at hand for this full moon. Understand where you are on the grand voyage of discovery that is your life whilst remaining present, alert and aware.... now, GO!

We're slowing down the tunes for this purpose, getting you into a nice rhythm so that you might feel the cycles within the cycles. Strap yourself in, things are about to get celestial.

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The Luna Tuna

ps the picture for today's mix comes from here from Beth Moon. She's followed scientific research showing the link to the ways trees grow in response to planetary cycles. Check it out. Tuna for thought.

Gemini New Moon: Being Mindful

Perth: 16th June 10:05pm; Melbourne: 17th June 12:05am; NY: 16th June 10:05am

LA: 16th June 7:05am; GMT: 16th June 3:05pm

It's hard work having a mind. Minds have a way of wandering off when you need them to focus and focusing intensely when you need them to wander off.

It may seem to be a trivial issue, but if you think about it (excusing the pun), where your mind goes creates your entire world. Slowly over time you bring your thoughts into your reality, which is why getting to know your mind and how to use it is one of the most important goals of any person's life.

The greek god associated with the mind is Hermes (aka Mercury) who, with his winged helmet and sandals, was able to go the the heights of Mount Olympus and the depths of the underworld. He was a messenger, a traveller and a trickster and certainly one of the most intriguing of all the greek gods.

He rules the sign of Gemini where we have our new moon today. Mars is also nearby which feels like a need to focus all that mental energy, but a pull to be distracted by all the possible places the mind could be right now. Mercury is the fastest moving planet in the solar system, how do we slow down our own internal Mercury to make good decisions and keep our mind where it needs to be, not seduced by the future or slipping into the past?

That's up to you. Maybe it's meditation and body movement, maybe it's chatting with friends and making sense of life, maybe it's being alone and shutting down the external voices. It's your mind, only you know.

It's also a special moment for The Luna Tuna as there is a guest selector on the mix today. Long time friend and soul/funk aficionado, Mr Ian Collins (aka Noles aka Holmes), has joined in the mix today as a celebration of the Gemini twins.

Check them out now - the funk soul brothers.

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The Luna Tuna

Sagittarius Full Moon: Get a Move On

Perth: 3rd June 12:19am; Melbourne: 3rd June 2:19am NY: 2nd June 12:19pm

LA: 2nd June 9:19am; GMT: 2nd June 9:19am

A Sagittarius full moon, we'd be thinking about uplifting good times, finding meaning, freedom, energy to burn, on the great adventure of life, right..?

Well, not exactly for this full moon. Mercury is doing its moonwalk having now just passed by the sun, Saturn also retrograding out of Sagittarius and the full moon squaring Neptune in Pisces. The clouds of illusion and busy chattering minds are in the way of all that light, making the misery more compelling than the mystery.

When I think about the archer it brings forth the idea of a single pointed focus. How good it feels when you reach that special zone as all the energy is locked onto one goal. All of that scattered energy comes together and you feel at one with yourself, complete. Focused, driven, present and alive. That's what I associate with a single focus.

And it's easy when there's something external to put that focus on, something drawing your attention to quiet all the external noise. But the message for this moon seems to be about finding that single pointed focus within yourself, the simple process of being alert, awake and in the here and now no matter what madness might be occurring in the outside world, doing what you're doing.

Sagittarius is concerned with meaning, it's the essential hero's journey. Osho said this about meaning:

'Life is in living. It is not a thing, it is a process. There is no way to attain to life except by living it, except by being alive - flowing - streaming with it. If you are seeking the meaning of life in some dogma, in some philosophy, in some theology, that is the sure way to miss life and meaning both.

Life is not somewhere waiting for you, it is happening in you. It is not in the future as a goal to be arrived at, it is herenow, this very moment - in your breathing, circulating in your blood, beating in your heart. Whatsoever you are is your life, and if you start seeking meaning somewhere else you will miss it. Man has done that for centuries.'

I like that, life is happening in you now. This moon reminds us to get into the heart of life and live it from there, but also to get ourselves moving, to not get stuck in the muck and gunk of thoughts and old patterns. So that's what the mix is for today - to get you moving and maybe break out into a one-man-dance-party just for fun.

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The Luna Tuna