Ghost of a Podcast: Astrology & Advice with Jessica Lanyadoo

617: Cranky Goat

·51 min·5 clips

Jessica senses something uncomfortable in pregnant goat Gwen's ear, suggesting a hidden physical issue.

The episode opens with Jessica Lanyadoo introducing herself and the show's format. A caller presents a question about Gwen, a first-time pregnant goat in a small dairy collective who has become unusually skittish and resistant to handling. Lanyadoo begins the psychic reading, immediately sensing discomfort localized in Gwen's ear, suggesting a possible physical issue like a crystal or debris. She delves into Gwen's personality, describing her as contemplative, independent, and averse to the physicality of mating and pregnancy, humorously noting she 'wants to be a nun.' The reading expands to cover the entire goat herd. Lanyadoo characterizes Blue as a jealous, attention-loving 'Leo' type who enjoys adventures and could be a revenue stream for parties. She describes Greta as a content retired grandma, Ophelia as a confident, pregnant herd leader, and Olivia as a chill young goat. A significant portion focuses on practical advice for the caller. Lanyadoo emphasizes treating Gwen with respect for her 'personhood,' advising slow, visualized communication for upcoming milking to reduce her stress. She explains a fundamental difference in animal communication, noting goats process requests in 'spacious' time, not with human immediacy. The caller asks about the goats' potential for 'spiritual work' like grief support; Lanyadoo suggests Gwen and Greta could be candidates but need deeper relationship building. The conversation shifts to the caller's personal life. She expresses feeling scattered and struggling with money, seeking guidance on a side hustle. Lanyadoo opts to analyze her birth chart instead, identifying her as born in March 1996 in Los Angeles. She pinpoints Venus in Taurus in the 12th house as a driver for indulgent spending on quality food, art supplies, and experiences, which creates financial strain. Lanyadoo's advice focuses not on a side hustle but on reframing budgeting as a conscious, abundance-focused practice rather than a punishment, suggesting a three-month trial. The episode closes with the caller sharing cute photos of the goats, which Lanyadoo appreciates.

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A tender goat reading turns mystical advice into a practical lesson in patience and animal care.

A goat collective becomes a tender frame for thinking about care, labor, and the small ways animals signal discomfort. Jessica Laniato centers Gwen's first pregnancy, her resistance to touch, and the chance that an ear issue may be shaping her behavior.

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You want mystical advice, goat tenderness, and a reminder that five quiet minutes can change the whole interaction.

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