The Skeptic’s Guide to Astrology

<p>Join two lifelong skeptics as they attempt to set aside their cynicism and immerse themselves in the mystical universe of Astrology and the Zodiac. (“Attempt” being the operative word. If you're a huge fan of Astrology, please take note: there will be some respectful debunking.)</p> <p>Whether you're a fixed feminine water sign or a masculine cardinal air sign, whether your 8th house is in Pluto or Mars, you'll find something to enjoy in this week's cosmic, celestial, prognosticating installment of MFFI. </p> <p>~</p> <p>Support the show by becoming a Midnight Minion, Menace, or Maniac, and unlock exclusive bonus content over at <a href='https://www.patreon.com/mffi?fan_landing=true'>PATREON</a></p> <p>~</p> <p>Join the MFFI community and vote on episode topics via <a href='https://discord.gg/4KUWbgj4PN'>DISCORD</a></p> <p>~</p> <p>In this episode:  </p> <ul><li>Mesopotamia and the Babylonians</li> <li>The "How" Problem</li> <li>Constellations and the Zodiac</li> <li>Mayan Astrology</li> <li>Chinese Astrology</li> <li>Sun Sign</li> <li>The Elements: Earth, Wind, Air, and Fire</li> <li>Fixed, Cardinal, and Mutable Signs</li> <li>Rising Sign</li> <li>Moon Sign </li> <li>Planets</li> <li>Houses</li> <li>The Infamous NASA blog</li> <li>Ophiuchus: The 13th Sign</li> <li>Joan Quigley and Nancy Reagan</li> <li>Mercury in Retrograde</li> </ul> <p>Join the Midnight Masses! </p> <p>Become an Insomniac by dropping a review, adding us on social media, and contacting us with episode ideas. </p> <p>And we now have Midnight Merch! Show your Insomniac pride and pick up a tee shirt or coffee mug to spread the word! </p> <p><a href='https://midnightbonus.weebly.com/midnight-merch.html'>Midnight Merch</a></p> <p> ~</p> <p><a href='https://www.podpage.com/midnight-facts-for-insomniacs/voicemail/popup/?from=https://www.podpage.com/midnight-facts-for-insomniacs/'>Leave an Audio Message!</a></p> <p>~ </p> <p><a href='https://www.instagram.com/midnightfactsforinsomniacs/'>Instagram</a></p> <p>~</p> <p><a href='http://www.midnightfact