▶ Laurie Lowe - Communities, Commitments, and Connection
Laurie Lowe, founder of Sage Yoga Studio, talks with J about growing a community and finding a wy to sustain it. They discuss meeting each other in Manchester, coming into yoga organically, British Wh
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▶ Jason answers: 'Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice?'
This week's solocast from Jason addresses a frequently asked question from yoga teachers: Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice? The answer is a lot more nuanced than you might think.
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▶ 655: Healthy Sleep for the Whole Family with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown
When it comes to health and wellness, it’s easy to focus on diet, exercise, and even supplements, but sleep often takes a back seat. Since sleep is essential and happens every day, it might make more
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▶ Dan Alder - A Modern Story of Translating Patanjali
Dan Alder, coauthor of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras For the New Millennium: A Translation for the Modern Mind, talks with J about his story of owning a yoga center and translating Patanjali. They discuss t
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▶ 654: Overcoming the Fertility Crisis with Gabriela Rosa
Fertility isn’t just about having kids—it’s a health signal for everyone. Gabriela Rosa, a fertility expert, unpacks the deeper health issues often missed, why quick fixes don’t work, and how a holist
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▶ Sally Bassett - Spiritual Yoga
Sally Bassett, author of Spiritual Yoga via the Eight Limbs and founder of the Peace Through Yoga Foundation, talks with J about being called to volunteerism and how yoga leads to a r
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▶ 653: Staying Active Life in Midlife & Beyond with Kevin R. Stone, MD
One of the main reasons people stop doing the activities they love is to the lower back and knees, which are common in midlife and beyond. When most people see a doctor for these in
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▶ Clive Sheridan - Awakening Beyond the Mind
Clive Sheridan talks with J about the early days in yoga's migration west, devotion to inner divine presence, and the intimate experience of being with yourself. They discuss adventure travel in the e
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▶ Yoga-ish Mailbag: Favorite Family Moments, Good Reads, Fantasy Sporting Event
Our last episode of the year features answers to your burning questions. We talk about our favorite family moment of the year, our favorite books, Instagram accounts, which sporting event we'd go to i
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▶ 652: Leadership at Work with Robert Glazer
Since 2020, the way we work has shifted dramatically. Many of us are now working remotely, at least part-time, and even those back in physical offices face rapid turnover and increasingly demanding en
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▶ Holiday Mailbag: Glute Guidance, Pose Prep & Embracing a Teaching Rut
This week, we answer your burning questions! We discuss the benefits of long vs. short yoga practices, strengthening the piriformis, structuring cohesive flows for teachers, the role of counterposes i
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▶ Year End Check In with J - Finances, Faith, and God's Will
J returns to his annual ritual of doing a solo talk during the week of Christmas. He gives an update on the new center including the hard numbers, reflects on the decisions he has made in the administ
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▶ 651: Managing Heart Health with Dr. Matthew J. Budoff
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death globally. While we know the importance of exercise, weight management, and blood pressure control, what role do scans and testing play? Can coronary ca
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▶ Yoga-ish: The Perils of Perfectionism, Dog Stroller Adventures & Taylor Swift Revelations
On this week's episode: Jason shares his intense week of tech challenges and how it triggers his ADHD. Andrea recounts a heartfelt compliment she received from a stranger and asks for some dream analy
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▶ Gregor Maehle - Bhakti The Yoga of Love
Gregor Maehle, author of Bhakti The Yoga of Love, returns to talk with J about transforming human love into divine love. They discuss why Bhakti has become more important, the Hatha Tatva Kaumudi, age
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▶ Calm in the Midst of Chaos: A Guided Meditation for The Holiday Season
This week: A short but effective meditation to help you find your place of natural, easy calm in the midst of busy, modern life. Hosted on Acast. See for more information.
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▶ 650: The Power of CBT and Hypnotherapy with Daniel Fryer
If you break your arm, your next steps are clear. The doctor will put it in a cast for a couple months, and then afterwards, you’ll nurse it back to strength and all will be fine. If your brain is bro
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▶ Lucy Crisfield - That Which is Secretly Uttered All Around
Lucy Crisfield, founder of Original Wisdom, talks with J about bringing forth the essence of love through sound. They discuss being inspired by the Arabic call to prayer, Rishikesh, spending time at A
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▶ Yoga-ish: Finding Pockets of Joy This Holiday Season
On our third episode of Yoga-ish, we share both joyful and not-so-joyful stories of past Christmases and we offer ideas for navigating the holidays if you are just NOT FEELING it this year. We all hav
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▶ Unsung Heroes: Part-Time Yoga Teachers and Their Stories
This episode is a heartfelt celebration of part-time yoga teachers!Too often, we hear part-time teachers being and implying that they don't feel like real yoga teachers.So, we put o
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▶ 649: Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis with Garth McLean
Every form of exercise has its strengths. Yoga is particularly good at reducing inflammation, training the nervous system, and reducing stress and stress hormones. For someone struggling with the auto
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▶ Anoop Kumar - The Future of Allopathic Healthcare is Wellness
Anoop Kumar, MD, founder of Numocore and creator of The Science of Consciousness, talks with J about the movement towards wellness as an emerging new health system. They discuss the limitations of wes
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▶ Yogaish: 10 Year Cancerversary, Macy's Day Parade Coping Skills, Best & Worst Christmas Rom
This week we talk about our trip to San Francisco, including flash flood warnings, Andrea's 10-year cancer check-up, and why it still feels like home. Plus, Jason shares his passion for Airpods and ho
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▶ 648: The Power of Hypnosis with Dr. David Spiegel
If you're going through a mental health crisis—whether it's depression, anxiety, stress, or overwhelm—the default advice you’ll likely hear is to see a therapist. That’s great advice, but in reality,
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▶ Rick Olderman - Understanding Pain Patterns
Rick Olderman, author of Pain Patterns: Why You Are in Pain and How to Stop It, returns to talk with J about integrating movement, fascia, and neurological reflex patterns to address pain. They discus
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▶ Introducing Yoga-ish: Unexpected Wisdom from Mike Tyson, Bedtime Routines & What We're Bing
We're introducing another weekly episode into your feed -- it's a less scripted, more casual conversation we're calling Yoga-ish. Just like it sounds, it will be about yoga, but not only about yoga. B
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▶ 647: Rethinking Retirement with Cambpell Gerrish and Caroline Brecker
Imagine having a meaningful, rewarding career that spanned 20 or 30 years, or perhaps several different careers over 30 or 40 years, each contributing to a wealth of diverse experiences and hard-earne
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▶ Susi Hately - Moving Better, Feeling Better
Susi Hately, founder of Functional Synergy, talks with J about the unfolding process of helping people. They discuss how Susi got to yoga therapy, distinguishing yoga therapy from western medicine, yo
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▶ Reflections on Politics and Teaching Yoga in Turbulent Times with Jason Crandell
The morning after the US Presidential election last week, Jason woke up and had to teach his 300-hour teacher training students. As soon as he finished the call, he told me how difficult to stay focus
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▶ 646: Hypopressive Training - Deep Core Strength with Trista Zinn
When most people think about a strong core, we usually picture six-pack muscles. While that's part of the story, there's much more to it. The deeper core muscles, like the transverse abdominis, multif
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▶ Melissa Scagliarini - Blessings, Burdens, and Financial Futures
Melissa Scagliarini, founder of Satya Yoga Studio, talks with J about teaching, having a center, and a local call to the divine. They discuss experiencing in person classes in remote New Hampshire, re
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▶ 645: How to Become Panic Proof with Dr. Nicole Cain
Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm are issues many of us face daily. But the real challenge is knowing what to do when you're wired but exhausted, when worries keep you from being productive, and worst of
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▶ Norman Blair - Is Everything Political Including Yoga?
Norman Blair, author of Brightening Our Inner Skies: Yin and Yoga, talks with J about the of teachers advocating for causes and campaigns. They discuss the state of the yoga industry s
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▶ 644: Get to Know Your Body with Gil Hedley
Pop quiz: how many bones in your body can you name? How many muscles? Do you know the difference between tendons, ligaments, and fascia? We are all walking around with a supercomputer between our ears
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▶ Jenny Gladding - Vs Self-Mastery
Jenny Gladding, author of Vs Self-Mastery: The Key to Leading with Clarity, Courage, and Heart, talks with J about healthy internal families and unburdening ourselves. They discuss the
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▶ Embracing Vulnerability & Building Resilience as a Yoga Teacher
On last week's episode, we talked about the importance of putting yourself out there as a yoga teacher. But most of us genuinely struggle to do this. So, today's episode struggles on embracing the v
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▶ 643: Mindfulness for Busy People with Willem Kuyken
What if you were more present in your life—at work, at home, with the people and projects that mean the most to you? What if you spent less time ruminating about the past and worrying about the future
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▶ She Coombes - The Test of Time and Practice
She Coombes, a long-time teacher and practitioner, talks with J about living your yoga and what happens when lives get changed. They discuss seeking an alternative lifestyle in 1970's London, when yog
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▶ How to Build Your Yoga Business From Scratch
Here's the good news: There are many different ways to build a sustainable career as a yoga teacher. The not so good news? There are so many different ways to spend your time and energy that it can be
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▶ 642: The Health Benefits of Muscle with Dan van den Hoek
When you think about healthspan and longevity, your first thought probably isn’t “muscle” - but it should be. Here are just some of the benefits of muscle strength and mass, particularly as you age: i
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▶ Nrithya Jagannathan - T and TKV Desikachar
Nrithya Jagannathan, director of Yoga Mandiram (KYM) Institute of Yoga Studies, talks with J about the legacy of T and TKV Desikachar. They discuss Nrithya's early role
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▶ 641: Understanding Fiber and Gut Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Fiber is often overlooked in discussions about diet, weight loss, and immunity, but it shouldn’t be. Fiber is essential for digestive health, improving gut motility, and regulating bowel movements. It
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▶ Brian Dana Akers - Open Source Software for the Soul
Brian Dana Akers, author of The Yoga Manifesto, talks with J about the intrinsically free and historically egalitarian nature of yoga. They discuss the appeal of little orange books, the yoga scene in
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▶ 640: Understanding Chronic Pain with Dr. David Clarke
Chronic pain affects hundreds of millions worldwide, with conditions like issues, back pain, and migraine topping the list. In many cases, psychological factors play a significant rol
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▶ Everything you ever wanted to know about 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (but were afraid to
If you're considering doing a 200-hour yoga teacher training, this episode is a must-listen. Jason answers the most common questions to consider so that you select the right training for you. Listen t
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▶ Bobbi Misiti - Before Yoga Became a Thing
Bobbi Misiti, founder of BeFit Body & Mind, talks with J about the course that yoga profession and industry has taken over the years. They discuss committing to ashtanga vinyasa practice with Beryl Be
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▶ 5 Ways to Reduce Yoga Sequencing Overwhelm & Restore Confidence
Feeling overwhelmed with sequencing is one of the biggest challenges that most teachers face. Even worse, it leads to burnout and lack of this episode, Jason breaks down the 5 esse
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▶ 639: Weight Loss Bankruptcy with Lucas Rockwood
The iconic brand Tupperware filed for bankruptcy this week, burdened with over $1.2 billion of debt. They’ve reached a point of no return, where digging out is virtually impossible. In many ways, this
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▶ Nischala Joy Devi and Kamala Rose - A Western Woman's Gita
Nischala Joy Devi and Kamala Rose, cohosts of the podcast and forthcoming book: A Woman’s Gita: A Contemporary Version of the Bhagavad Gita by and for Western Women, talk with J about translating anci
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▶ 638: Brain Talk with Dr. Jesse Rissman
Neuroscience might be the final frontier when it comes to the human body. There is still so much to be discovered and understood about memory, attention, and how we learn. My guest on this week’s podc
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▶ How to Create a Supportive Yoga Practice When Life Throws You Curveballs
When you go through challenging times in life, does your usual yoga practice go out the window? For most of us, the answer is a begrudging, yep. And yet, we need our yoga and meditation and self-car
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▶ Manu Molina - Marketing Models for Professional Yogis
Manu Molina, founder of Yoga Biz Mentor, talks with J about marketing yoga classes and retreats. They discuss creating platforms before the pandemic, impacts of everything going online, working for yo
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▶ 637: Telomeres and Aging with Dr. Richard Allsopp
You know how old you are, but do you know your biological age? Meaning, are your body and brain younger or older than your chronological years? For anyone interested in slowing down aging and preventi
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▶ Sheela and Ravi Shankar - Desikachar, Chanting, and Ishvara
Sheela and Ravi Shankar, co-founders of Yoga Nidhi, talk with J about TKV Desikachar and the transformative power of yoga. They discuss the history of their relationship and how Ravi discovered TKV De
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▶ 636: Understanding Sleep with Dr. Ketema Paul
Sleep is as vital for life as food, water, and breathing, but knowing its importance doesn’t necessarily provide you with the tools to improve it. What if you toss and turn and can’t sleep until late?
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▶ John Heers - Eastern Mysticism, Jesus, and Orthodoxy
John Heers, founder of First Things Foundation and host of Heavy Things Lightly, talks with J about fundamental principles of Orthodox Christianity and operating from faith. They discuss the wing and
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▶ 635: Understanding the Gut Microbiome with Dr. Gregor Reid
Inside your tract there are trillions of microbes, about 3 lbs in total, and in terms of absolute numbers, you have more microbial cells than human cells. This collection of bacteria,
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▶ Geoffrey Dugue, MD - Epistemic Humility, Actual Christianity
Geoffrey Dugue, MD, talks with J about actual Christianity and being humble in seeking for truth. They discuss the mutual friendship that brought them together, disagreement and debate, being trained
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▶ 634: How to Become Hyper Efficient with Dr. Mithu Storoni
The way we work has changed more in the past four years than it has in the past 20. An estimated 43 percent of Americans are now working at least partially from home, artificial intelligence is making
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▶ Todd Norian - Unreasonable Happiness, Unbound Freedom
Todd Norian, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, returns to talk with J about happiness, freedom, and opening to a bigger energy. They discuss what it means to be a yoga teacher i
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