
History of Astrology: Timing is Everything with Astrologer Kirah Tabourn
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07/06/21 • 78 min
While many of our textbooks link astrology to Greeks, historians believe that astrology was actually birthed in Ancient Africa.
So whether or not you believe in the power of the stars, moon and plants, this episode will help you uncover the history of astrology and the importance of timing- things that definitely wasn't in our textbooks.
Joined by astrologer Kirah Tabourn, in this episode we discuss:
- How astrology has roots in Ancient Africa
- How to learn more about yourself through a birth chart
- What are some of the major astrological events happening this year and how to navigate them
- Tips for making the best of out mercury retrograde
- and more.
Where I get my info from:
- The Zodiac Constellations: Crash Course
- Where Do Zodiac Signs Come From? Here's the True History Behind Your Horoscope
- HISTORY OF ASTROLOGY
- Truth Behind How Greeks Copied Ancient African Science To Create Astrology | The Breakdown
Follow and Support:
- Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.
- Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and watch episodes on Youtube and feel free to donate.
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter,and LinkedIn
STAY IN TOUCH:
- Visit our website.
- Follow and tag @thatwasntinmytextbook on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and feel free to donate.
- Sign up for podcast newsletter
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram and Twitter, or buy her a coffee.
EPISODE CREDITS:
Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).
Edited and Mixed by Chris Mann
Music Licensed through Epidemic Sound
While many of our textbooks link astrology to Greeks, historians believe that astrology was actually birthed in Ancient Africa.
So whether or not you believe in the power of the stars, moon and plants, this episode will help you uncover the history of astrology and the importance of timing- things that definitely wasn't in our textbooks.
Joined by astrologer Kirah Tabourn, in this episode we discuss:
- How astrology has roots in Ancient Africa
- How to learn more about yourself through a birth chart
- What are some of the major astrological events happening this year and how to navigate them
- Tips for making the best of out mercury retrograde
- and more.
Where I get my info from:
- The Zodiac Constellations: Crash Course
- Where Do Zodiac Signs Come From? Here's the True History Behind Your Horoscope
- HISTORY OF ASTROLOGY
- Truth Behind How Greeks Copied Ancient African Science To Create Astrology | The Breakdown
Follow and Support:
- Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.
- Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and watch episodes on Youtube and feel free to donate.
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter,and LinkedIn
STAY IN TOUCH:
- Visit our website.
- Follow and tag @thatwasntinmytextbook on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and feel free to donate.
- Sign up for podcast newsletter
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram and Twitter, or buy her a coffee.
EPISODE CREDITS:
Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).
Edited and Mixed by Chris Mann
Music Licensed through Epidemic Sound
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History of Juneteenth Pt. ll: 9 Facts You Should Know & Our Podaversary
Do you know that June 19th is known as the Day of Freedom? And it's also our podaversary? Yep, June 19th, also called Juneteenth, is actually the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.
In this quick 25-minute episode find out why General Granger's arrival in Texas on June 19th 1865, is a very important historical day for Blacks here in America- that should be in all of our textbooks.
Tune in to:
- Learn 9 facts you should know about this historical day
- Find out exactly what went down on June 19th, 1865
- Discover why the podcast started on this day of freedom.
Show Notes:
- To learn more about Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitterand LinkedIn.
- History of Juneteenth
- 12 Things You Might Not. Know About Juneteenth
- So You Want to Learn About Juneteenth?
Follow and Support
- Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.
- Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and watch episodes on Youtube and feel free to donate.
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter,and LinkedIn
Click “play” above to uncover some historical facts about this important day. You can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts.
Did you learn about Juneteenth in school? If so, what did you learn? Do you celebrate Juneteenth? If so, how do you celebrate Juneteenth?
If you learned something new or have a fact you would like to add, leave us a comment below, or reach out to us on social media.
STAY IN TOUCH:
- Visit our website.
- Follow and tag @thatwasntinmytextbook on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and feel free to donate.
- Sign up for podcast newsletter
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram and Twitter, or buy her a coffee.
EPISODE CREDITS:
Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).
Edited and Mixed by Chris Mann
Music Licensed through Epidemic Sound
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The History of Burnout: Running on E (Season 2 Finale)
We're ending this 2nd season of the podcast talking about burnout. Something many of us may have experienced due to this past stressful year and a half juggling things like a pandemic, racism, asian hate, climate change, women rights and the list goes on.
So yes, burnout is real and is now a legitimate medical diagnosis, that doctors can label you with- which makes total sense. Tune into this 25-minute solo episode to learn all you need to know about burnout and ways to combat it.
In this episode, we talk about:
- The 50 year old History of Burnout and it’s Definition it- cause we love definitions
- Signs and symptoms of burnout
- Depression vs burnout- cause they different
- Then we are going to wrap it all up talking about- How to deal with burnout and reset
Where I get my info from:
- Burnout Prevention and Treatment
- The Fascinating History of Burnout
- Brief history of burnout
- What are the 5 stages of burnout?
Follow and Support:
- Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.
- Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and watch episodes on Youtube and feel free to donate.
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter,and LinkedIn
Follow and Support:
- Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.
- Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and watch episodes on Youtube and feel free to donate.
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter,and LinkedIn
STAY IN TOUCH:
- Visit our website.
- Follow and tag @thatwasntinmytextbook on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, and feel free to donate.
- Sign up for podcast newsletter
- To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram and Twitter, or buy her a coffee.
EPISODE CREDITS:
Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).
Edited and Mixed by Chris...
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