Things are certainly heating up and on today's episode of Direct Station, Kate looks at what could possibly explain the profound cruelty of the latest moves by the new administration who seem to be doing more than many of their voters wanted. Neptune is at the critical 29th degree of Pisces - a notorious turning point that historically correlates with profound societal transformation. In this episode, we examine the disturbing acceleration of border dissolutions: Venezuelan deportations to El Salvador, airport detentions, and the silencing of Voice of America. By connecting these developments to Neptune's 165-year cycle and its previous culmination during the Civil War era, we gain perspective on both the collective delusion and awakening compassion that characterize this volatile moment. As boundaries between legal and illegal, truth and propaganda dissolve before our eyes, what does history tell us about the direct action and humanitarian innovations that may emerge when Neptune enters Aries? Also included are reflections on Naomi Shihab Nye's poem 'Kindness' and practical guidance for navigating these challenging times. You can reach us at [email protected] #directstation #politics #astrology