Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
What if Mercury is far more than the trickster - or the planet we blame when everything goes wrong? In this fascinating conversation, Amanda sits down with astrologer and author Gary Caton to explore the six faces and phases of Mercury, revealing how this ancient archetype can illuminate the way we think, communicate, grow, and evolve throughout our lives.
Gary also shares a rare window for working intentionally with Jupiter, the astrological magic of planetary timing, and why today’s outer-planet cycles may be planting the seeds for an entirely new chapter ahead.
Ready to explore Mercury more deeply? Gary’s new book is available for pre-order now - get your copy directly through his website at dreamastrologer.com/links
🎬 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR:
00:00 — Mercury Beyond Retrograde: The 6 Faces & Phases You Need to Know
11:29 — The Hidden Mythology of Mercury: From Trickster to Sage
23:34 — Your Mercury Phase: How the Archetype Evolves Throughout Your Life
36:56 — Jupiter in Leo: A Rare Window for Victory, Growth & Astrological Magic
48:23 — The Barbault Basket: Are We Entering a New Era of Expansion?
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LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
Grab our FREE Eclipses Guide for each of the 12 signs: astrologyhub.com/eclipses
Grab a signed copy of Gary’s upcoming book: dreamastrologer.com/links
Grab a copy of Gary’s book directly from the publisher: https://rubedo.press/hermetica-triptycha-ii
Study with Gary: portal.astrologyhub.com/product-category/teachers/gary-caton
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ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Gary P. Caton is a trans-disciplinary Hermetic practitioner integrating diverse traditions, art forms and practices gathered over a full Saturn cycle, after being initiated an astrologer by a magnificent Dream in 1993. Gary has published in many prominent journals and magazines since 2002, and is author of the Hermetica Triptycha book series on Mercury. Gary is also an accomplished counselor, teacher, podcaster, and photographer.
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Discover Life by the Stars - the #1 Amazon Bestseller & #1 Amazon New Release from Astrology Hub founder Amanda Walsh. Part memoir, part guidebook, it's an inspiring story of transformation, purpose, and learning to trust the wisdom woven into your own journey. ✨Get your copy: lifebythestars.com
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💫 ABOUT ASTROLOGY HUB:
We’re so happy you’re here! We created Astrology Hub with the intention to make quality astrological guidance and teachings accessible to you, whether you need help navigating your life, or you’d like to learn how to practice astrology yourself. We see Astrology as the antidote to our time, bringing you more connection, purpose, and magic when the world needs it the most... it is our honor to share this gift with you. Enjoy!
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Get your weekly astrology snapshot and practical cosmic tips for living in sync with the cosmic rhythm. As an Insider, you’ll also score exclusive discounts, early access to new episodes, and VIP content to elevate your life and practice. Ready to stay ahead of the cosmic curve? Go to astrologyhub.com/insider to sign up!
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☝🏼 Disclaimer: The views and opinions in this podcast are of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Astrology Hub, its subsidiaries, or any entities they represent.
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“Once we understand the natural evolution of the archetypes… we can intentionally invoke that process of growth.” — Gary Caton
What if Mercury is far more than the trickster - or the planet we blame when everything goes wrong? In this fascinating conversation, Amanda sits down with astrologer and author Gary Caton to explore the six faces and phases of Mercury, revealing how this ancient archetype can illuminate the way we think, communicate, grow, and evolve throughout our lives.
Gary also shares a rare window for working intentionally with Jupiter, the astrological magic of planetary timing, and why today’s outer-planet cycles may be planting the seeds for an entirely new chapter ahead.
Ready to explore Mercury more deeply? Gary’s new book is available for pre-order now - get your copy directly through his website at dreamastrologer.com/links
🎬 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR:
00:00 — Mercury Beyond Retrograde: The 6 Faces & Phases You Need to Know
11:29 — The Hidden Mythology of Mercury: From Trickster to Sage
23:34 — Your Mercury Phase: How the Archetype Evolves Throughout Your Life
36:56 — Jupiter in Leo: A Rare Window for Victory, Growth & Astrological Magic
48:23 — The Barbault Basket: Are We Entering a New Era of Expansion?
___________________
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
Grab our FREE Eclipses Guide for each of the 12 signs: astrologyhub.com/eclipses
Grab a signed copy of Gary’s upcoming book: dreamastrologer.com/links
Grab a copy of Gary’s book directly from the publisher: https://rubedo.press/hermetica-triptycha-ii
Study with Gary: portal.astrologyhub.com/product-category/teachers/gary-caton
___________________
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Gary P. Caton is a trans-disciplinary Hermetic practitioner integrating diverse traditions, art forms and practices gathered over a full Saturn cycle, after being initiated an astrologer by a magnificent Dream in 1993. Gary has published in many prominent journals and magazines since 2002, and is author of the Hermetica Triptycha book series on Mercury. Gary is also an accomplished counselor, teacher, podcaster, and photographer.
___________________
📖 FROM OUR BOOKSHELF
Discover Life by the Stars - the #1 Amazon Bestseller & #1 Amazon New Release from Astrology Hub founder Amanda Walsh. Part memoir, part guidebook, it's an inspiring story of transformation, purpose, and learning to trust the wisdom woven into your own journey. ✨Get your copy: lifebythestars.com
___________________
LEARN ASTROLOGY WITH US:
📚 Courses: astrologyhub.com/academy
🫶🏼 Membership: astrologyhub.com/ic
⭐️ Free Resources: astrologyhub.com/free
🔮 Weekly Horoscopes: astrologyhub.com/horoscope
✨ Personalized Reports: astrologyhub.com/reports
🛍️ Our Favorite Products: portal.astrologyhub.com/support-our-partners
___________________
CONNECT WITH US:
📷 Instagram: astrology.hub
💻 Facebook: Facebook.com/astrologyhub
💬 X: @TheAstrologyHub
🎤 TikTok: @TheAstrologyHub
___________________
🎙️ LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO OUR AUDIO PODCAST:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0Em49K3CirP8W00vcYFI2l?si=c74c45cd7fa248d2
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astrology-hub-podcast/id1445762076
___________________
💫 ABOUT ASTROLOGY HUB:
We’re so happy you’re here! We created Astrology Hub with the intention to make quality astrological guidance and teachings accessible to you, whether you need help navigating your life, or you’d like to learn how to practice astrology yourself. We see Astrology as the antidote to our time, bringing you more connection, purpose, and magic when the world needs it the most... it is our honor to share this gift with you. Enjoy!
___________________
🌌 NAVIGATE THE STARS WITH US! BECOME A COSMIC INSIDER…
Get your weekly astrology snapshot and practical cosmic tips for living in sync with the cosmic rhythm. As an Insider, you’ll also score exclusive discounts, early access to new episodes, and VIP content to elevate your life and practice. Ready to stay ahead of the cosmic curve? Go to astrologyhub.com/insider to sign up!
___________________
☝🏼 Disclaimer: The views and opinions in this podcast are of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Astrology Hub, its subsidiaries, or any entities they represent.
___________________
“Once we understand the natural evolution of the archetypes… we can intentionally invoke that process of growth.” — Gary Caton
