Cosmic Conversations

• Rachel O’Shea: Astrology 101 - Birth Charts, Rising Signs & Saturn Returns (Part 1)

  This week on Cosmic Conversations, I’m joined by astrology expert Rachel O’Shea for Part One of a deeply expansive two-part series that will completely transform the way you look at astrology.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by birth charts, confused by your rising sign, or curious about Saturn returns - this episode is the perfect place to begin.Rachel shares her personal journey into astrology, how it helped her navigate some of the hardest chapters of her life, and why understanding your chart is genuinely one of the most powerful tools for self-awareness and emotional healing.Together, we explore: ✨ Rachel’s personal introduction to astrology ✨ What astrology really is (beyond memes + horoscopes) ✨ Key concepts and definitions everyone should know ✨ How to begin learning astrology — resources, methods & tips ✨Why powerful world figures use astrology for timing & clarity ✨ Astrocartography and how the places you travel shape your energy ✨ The importance of accurate birth times ✨ The benefits of getting a personalised birth chart reading ✨ Understanding life through an astrological lens ✨ Saturn returns — what they teach us & why they feel so intense ✨ How to navigate responsibility, endings and change during your Saturn return ✨ Why astrology is deeply individual (and why sun-sign compatibility is not the full story) ✨ A breakdown of sun, moon & rising signs — and how they shape your identity ✨ The emotional depth of your moon sign ✨ The significance of your rising sign and how the world sees you ✨ Compatibility beyond sun signs ✨ Exploring zodiac traits from Aries to ScorpioThis episode is grounding, clarifying and honestly so fun - Rachel has a gift for making astrology feel approachable, empowering and deeply personal.If you’ve been curious about your chart, your purpose, or why certain patterns keep repeating… this episode will land beautifully for you.✨ Part Two drops next week, where we go even deeper into charts, planets, transits and the cosmic energies shaping your path.Connect with me:Instagram: @thecosmiccoach.ie & @cosmicconversationspod💌 Have a cosmic confession or a life dilemma you want me to unpack? DM @cosmicconversationspod or email me at [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, I’d so love if you left a 5-star review and shared it with someone who needs it. Thank you for being here 💜Let’s keep discussing the universe within.Produced and Managed by Aideen Byrne - @virtuallyaideen on Instagram or [email protected]

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• Emma Mumford: Aligned Abundance, Nervous System Manifestation & Becoming Magnetic to Your Desires

  In this week’s episode of Cosmic Conversations, I’m joined by the incredible Emma Mumford - manifestation expert, bestselling author, podcast host and the creator of the brand-new book Aligned Abundance. Emma’s wisdom is genuinely next-level, and this conversation opened up so many aha moments for me.We dive deep into alignment, nervous system manifestation, embodiment, and why your desires are already inevitable - even if they feel far away right now. Emma breaks down how manifesting isn’t about pushing or forcing… it’s about regulating your nervous system, walking your talk, and stepping into your authentic power.She shares the journey of writing Aligned Abundance, the rejections, the realignments, and the divine timing that made this book what it is today. We also explore emotional manifestations, why some “dream manifestations” fall apart, what to do when you're stuck or misaligned, the relationship between trust and receiving, and the deeper inner work behind becoming magnetic.This episode is truly a portal - expansive, grounding, and full of powerful energetic shifts.Inside the episode, we explore:How Emma went from rock bottom to becoming a global manifestation teacherWhy alignment is the missing piece in so many manifestation methodsWhat it really means to manifest from your nervous system, not your mindHow to know if you’re out of alignment (and how to shift fast)The alignment protocol: stop → reset → realignWhy you can manifest something before you’re ready to hold itThe link between receiving and trust - and how to strengthen bothEmbodiment practices that anchor your desires into realityWhy your desires feel so strong (hint: your future self already has them)Manifesting without hustling, forcing, or burning outEmma’s personal manifestation journey, her marriage, her new book and what she’s currently calling inIf you’re someone who feels like you’ve “done the mindset work” but your reality isn’t shifting… this episode will make sense of why and show you where your power really lives.It’s healing. It’s empowering. It’s magnetic.✨ A must-listen for anyone manifesting love, money, alignment, healing or purpose.

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• The Spirit of Mama Cacao: Grounding, Heart Opening & Sacred Rituals

  In this week’s episode of Cosmic Conversations, I’m sharing one of my favourite grounding rituals, connecting with the loving spirit of Mama Cacao 🌿💗For me, cacao has always been more than a drink - it’s a moment to come home to myself. A way to soften, open my heart, and reconnect with the Earth beneath my feet. In this episode, I talk about how cacao has supported my own healing journey, and how you can invite that same heart-opening energy into your daily life.I’ll be sharing: The ancient roots and spiritual meaning behind ceremonial cacao, and why it’s often called “the food of the gods.”The gentle science behind cacao - how it nourishes both the body and the soul. How I create my own cacao rituals at home with intention and gratitude. The lessons Mama Cacao continues to teach me about slowing down, surrendering, and leading with love. And how you can use cacao to ground your energy, especially during new or full moon ceremonies.Whether you’ve been drinking cacao for years or this is your first time hearing about it, I hope this conversation invites you to slow down, sip mindfully, and connect to something sacred within yourself.🎧 Listen now and let Mama Cacao remind you of the power of presence, softness, and heart connection.This episode is proudly sponsored by Saoró Ceremonial Cacao  a beautiful Irish brand rooted in sustainability, integrity, and deep reverence for this sacred plant.🪶 Use code COSMIC10 for 10% off your Saoró order for three weeks after release. 🎁 And don’t forget to enter our Cosmic Conversations x Saoró Giveaway to win:a ceremonial cacao cupa 250g In Beauty I Walk bara 250g Premier Cru Barista Cacao2 tickets to Saoró’s Cacao & Dance Christmas Party (Dec 7th)plus a my daily Affirmation Deck 💫You’ll find all the giveaway details on @cosmicconversationspod and @saoroexperienceConnect with me:Instagram: @thecosmiccoach.ie & @cosmicconversationspod💌 Have a cosmic confession or a life dilemma you want me to unpack? DM @cosmicconversationspod or email me at [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, I’d so love if you left a 5-star review and shared it with someone who needs it. Thank you for being here 💜Let’s keep discussing the universe within.Produced and Managed by Aideen Byrne - @virtuallyaideen on Instagram or [email protected]

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• Sinead Hegarty: Healing After Miscarriage, Embracing Motherhood, and Trusting Divine Timing

  In this week’s episode of Cosmic Conversations, I sit down with the incredible Sinead Hegarty - meditation teacher, podcast host, and founder of The Brave Way, for an open, emotional, and empowering chat about pregnancy, miscarriage, healing, and trusting divine timing.Sinead shares her personal journey with endometriosis, loss, and the road to conceiving her baby boy - a story that has moved so many women to hold onto hope. We talk about how her spiritual practice, daily meditation, and faith in the universe helped her stay grounded through pain, uncertainty, and transformation.We also explore how Sinead has built The Brave Way into a space that empowers thousands of women to reconnect with themselves - and how her own ADHD diagnosis and self-awareness have shaped the way she shows up in life and love.This is one of those conversations that feels like a hug, a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, there’s beauty, purpose, and divine timing at play 💗✨ In this episode we chat about:Navigating miscarriage, healing, and hopeEndometriosis and the emotional journey of trying to conceiveThe power of meditation and surrenderDivine timing and learning to trust the universeMotherhood, identity, and self-compassion🍼 This Episode is Proudly Sponsored by Goosey GooThis week’s episode is sponsored by Goosey Goo - an Irish brand creating sustainable, ethical, and hypoallergenic baby clothes designed to be gentle on sensitive skin and completely free from over a thousand harsh chemicals.Goosey Goo’s founders, Sean, Clodagh, and Nicole, started their business after Sean and Clodagh’s little girl struggled with severe eczema. Their journey  from living in emergency accommodation to launching a skin-friendly, affordable babywear brand - is a story rooted in love, resilience, and family.Their pieces are not only beautiful and soft but genuinely affordable (around €15 for a romper or sleepsuit). And for our Cosmic Conversations community, you can use code COSMIC10 at checkout on GooseyGoo.ie for 10% off your order.Whether it’s for your own little one, a friend’s baby, or a Christmas gift, you’ll be supporting a heartfelt Irish business doing amazing work 💫Connect with me: Instagram: @thecosmiccoach.ie & @cosmicconversationspod💌 Have a cosmic confession or a life dilemma you want me to unpack? DM @cosmicconversationspod or email me at [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, I’d so love if you left a 5-star review and shared it with someone who needs it. Thank you for being here 💜Let’s keep discussing the universe within.Produced and Managed by Aideen Byrne - @virtuallyaideen on Instagram or [email protected]

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• Halloween Special: Witchy Woo & the Spirit World with Shaneese McLoughlin

  🕯️ Trigger Warning:This episode contains discussions about the supernatural and dark energy. If these topics are triggering for you, please skip this one and join us next week for a lighter conversation 💫This week’s Cosmic Conversations is our Halloween Special - and it’s not for the faint-hearted 👻I’m joined by my best friend and soul sister Shaneese McLoughlin for a deep, honest, and spooky chat about her real-life experiences with the supernatural, spirit guides, and the unseen world.Shaneese opens up about growing up in a spiritual household, witnessing paranormal activity from a young age, and learning to navigate both the light and dark sides of energy. We explore everything from spirit guides, protection rituals, Wiccan practices, and demons - to how to keep your energy grounded and protected when opening up spiritually.This episode is a mix of real-life ghost stories, spiritual wisdom, and empowering reminders that we’re stronger than any fear we face. If you’ve ever been curious about the spirit world, this is one you won’t forget.✨ In this episode we explore:Growing up with spirituality and witchcraft in the familyReal experiences with spirits, hauntings, and paranormal energyThe difference between light and dark energy - and how to protect yourselfWhat spirit guides really are (and why they don’t always look “angelic”)Astral projection, energy attachments, and why intention mattersWhy love and self-belief are the strongest protection against fearConnect with me:Instagram: @thecosmiccoach.ie & @cosmicconversationspod💌 Have a cosmic confession or a life dilemma you want me to unpack?DM @cosmicconversationspod or email me at [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, I’d so love if you left a 5-star review and shared it with someone who needs it. Thank you for being here 💜Let’s keep discussing the universe within.Produced and Managed by Aideen Byrne - @virtuallyaideen on Instagram or [email protected]

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