Recording date: April 16, 2026

Key Topics:

• Bernie Clark defines prana as communication energy connecting ancient wisdom with modern science

• Fascia research reveals how connective tissue relates to traditional meridian maps

• Breath physiology shows how slow breathing improves nervous system regulation and baroreflex

• Skeletal variation explains why one-size-fits-all alignment cues don't work for every body

• The yoga forest metaphor illustrates diverse philosophical paths within the broader tradition

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About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

> Join the YogaScussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the YogaScussion

> Donate to the Show

> Shop the YogaScussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

> Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

> Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

> Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

> Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

Early access for YogaScussion Circle members (5 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Follow YogaScussion wherever you get your podcasts. To get access to ad-free episodes five days early and attend live show recordings, join the YogaScussion Circle!

About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

> Join the YogaScussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the YogaScussion

> Donate to the Show

> Shop the YogaScussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

> Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

> Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

> Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

> Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

Early access for YogaScussion Circle members (5 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Key Topics

• Mark's journey: Delco, Philadelphia → Marines (Gulf War) → PTSD → meditation

• Simple zazen: balanced posture, cosmic mudra, staring at a wall

• "Trust the practice, not the teacher, book, or theory"

• Raw acceptance: working with the palette you have

• Meditation as "Netflix for the mind": watching inner voices without analysis

• Working with marginalized communities: death row, seniors, youth

• Teacher as practitioner first: emphasizing humanness over perfection

• The 5-minute prerequisite: building discipline without pressure

• "Balance, balance, balance" as yoga's essence

• Why less spiritual jargon = more accessibility for conservative communities

• Suffering as teacher: turning symptoms into awareness opportunities

Follow YogaScussion wherever you get your podcasts. To get access to ad-free episodes five days early and attend live show recordings, join the YogaScussion Circle!

About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

> Join the YogaScussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the YogaScussion

> Donate to the Show

> Shop the YogaScussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

> Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

> Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

> Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

> Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

Early access for YogaScussion Circle members (5 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Key Topics

• Mark's journey: Delco, Philadelphia → Marines (Gulf War) → PTSD → meditation

• Simple zazen: balanced posture, cosmic mudra, staring at a wall

• "Trust the practice, not the teacher, book, or theory"

• Raw acceptance: working with the palette you have

• Meditation as "Netflix for the mind": watching inner voices without analysis

• Working with marginalized communities: death row, seniors, youth

• Teacher as practitioner first: emphasizing humanness over perfection

• The 5-minute prerequisite: building discipline without pressure

• "Balance, balance, balance" as yoga's essence

• Why less spiritual jargon = more accessibility for conservative communities

• Suffering as teacher: turning symptoms into awareness opportunities

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Key takeaways:

• Rubina's journey: commercial artist → educator → Inner Design founder

• Yoga as removal, not addition: stripping back to reconnect with self

• Creativity, burnout, and AI anxiety in the entertainment industry

• Breathwork protocols: coherence breathing, box breathing, sighing for cortisol balance

• Trauma-informed yoga teaching: teacher as practitioner first

• Nervous system regulation: recognizing fight/flight/freeze without judgment

• Awareness, pause, and dropping expectations

• Yoga as ABC: Awareness, Breath, Connection

• Integrating yoga principles off the mat: boardroom to home

• Parenting and sharing mindfulness practices authentically

• Running, movement, and breath as yoga

• "Yoga is life living through me"

Sound Bites:

• "Awareness is pause."

• "Practice is never perfect."

• "Yoga has become a blood sport."

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Key takeaways:

• Rubina's journey: commercial artist → educator → Inner Design founder

• Yoga as removal, not addition: stripping back to reconnect with self

• Creativity, burnout, and AI anxiety in the entertainment industry

• Breathwork protocols: coherence breathing, box breathing, sighing for cortisol balance

• Trauma-informed yoga teaching: teacher as practitioner first

• Nervous system regulation: recognizing fight/flight/freeze without judgment

• Awareness, pause, and dropping expectations

• Yoga as ABC: Awareness, Breath, Connection

• Integrating yoga principles off the mat: boardroom to home

• Parenting and sharing mindfulness practices authentically

• Running, movement, and breath as yoga

• "Yoga is life living through me"

Sound Bites:

• "Awareness is pause."

• "Practice is never perfect."

• "Yoga has become a blood sport."

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the YogaScussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the YogaScussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the YogaScussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for YogaScussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each episode of Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the YogaScussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the YogaScussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the YogaScussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for YogaScussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Takeaways

• Donovan's yoga journey began in New York City at 19.

• Kundalini yoga sparked a significant transformation in Donovan's life.

• Amplified Yoga combines music festival energy with ancient yogic practices.

• Community and joy are essential elements in modern yoga.

• Many people seek a spiritual connection outside traditional religions.

• Yoga can be a personal journey, adaptable to individual beliefs.

• Kundalini energy can help individuals navigate modern challenges.

• Music plays a crucial role in enhancing the yoga experience.

• The evolution of yoga reflects broader cultural shifts.

• Understanding yoga's roots can enrich personal practice. Our nervous systems aren't accustomed to the overwhelming information we receive.

• Kundalini Yoga helps shift perspectives and reduce stress.

• We have the power to choose where we put our attention.

• Practicing Kundalini Yoga amplifies feelings of love and connection.

• The body is a mechanism for experiencing divinity.

• Consciousness operates on a cellular level, involving light transmission.

• Vulnerability is essential for healing and connection.

• Community support fosters vulnerability and acceptance.

• Yoga principles can guide us in daily life interactions.

• The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and essential for personal growth.

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Takeaways

• Donovan's yoga journey began in New York City at 19.

• Kundalini yoga sparked a significant transformation in Donovan's life.

• Amplified Yoga combines music festival energy with ancient yogic practices.

• Community and joy are essential elements in modern yoga.

• Many people seek a spiritual connection outside traditional religions.

• Yoga can be a personal journey, adaptable to individual beliefs.

• Kundalini energy can help individuals navigate modern challenges.

• Music plays a crucial role in enhancing the yoga experience.

• The evolution of yoga reflects broader cultural shifts.

• Understanding yoga's roots can enrich personal practice. Our nervous systems aren't accustomed to the overwhelming information we receive.

• Kundalini Yoga helps shift perspectives and reduce stress.

• We have the power to choose where we put our attention.

• Practicing Kundalini Yoga amplifies feelings of love and connection.

• The body is a mechanism for experiencing divinity.

• Consciousness operates on a cellular level, involving light transmission.

• Vulnerability is essential for healing and connection.

• Community support fosters vulnerability and acceptance.

• Yoga principles can guide us in daily life interactions.

• The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and essential for personal growth.

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Takeaways:

• Yoga is a way of living, not just a profession.

• The scope of yoga in India has expanded significantly since the International Day of Yoga was established.

• Yoga therapy is increasingly being integrated into medical settings in India.

• Ayurgenomics offers a personalized approach to yoga therapy based on individual body compositions.

• Cultural appropriation in yoga raises concerns about the loss of traditional practices and meanings.

• Yoga is not just about physical postures; it encompasses a holistic approach to health and wellness.

• The integration of yoga with modern medicine can enhance patient care and outcomes.

• Personal experiences with yoga can lead to profound self-awareness and transformation.

• Yoga teaches the importance of compassion and understanding in interpersonal relationships.

• The future of yoga lies in balancing tradition with modern adaptations.

Sound Bites:

"Yoga is a way of living, not just a profession."

"Cultural appropriation in yoga raises concerns."

"Yoga is not just about physical postures."

Topics:

Yoga, Yogacharya, Ayurveda, Therapy, Health, Research, Cultural Appropriation, Personal Growth, Integrative Medicine, Yoga Profession

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Takeaways:

• Yoga is a way of living, not just a profession.

• The scope of yoga in India has expanded significantly since the International Day of Yoga was established.

• Yoga therapy is increasingly being integrated into medical settings in India.

• Ayurgenomics offers a personalized approach to yoga therapy based on individual body compositions.

• Cultural appropriation in yoga raises concerns about the loss of traditional practices and meanings.

• Yoga is not just about physical postures; it encompasses a holistic approach to health and wellness.

• The integration of yoga with modern medicine can enhance patient care and outcomes.

• Personal experiences with yoga can lead to profound self-awareness and transformation.

• Yoga teaches the importance of compassion and understanding in interpersonal relationships.

• The future of yoga lies in balancing tradition with modern adaptations.

Sound Bites:

"Yoga is a way of living, not just a profession."

"Cultural appropriation in yoga raises concerns."

"Yoga is not just about physical postures."

Topics:

Yoga, Yogacharya, Ayurveda, Therapy, Health, Research, Cultural Appropriation, Personal Growth, Integrative Medicine, Yoga Profession

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support! Feel free to also check out Podmasana Media’s other shows: Podmasana and My Mindful Moment.

Topics: yoga philosophy, five koshas, Annamaya kosha, pranayama, guru-disciple relationship, Eastern vs Western yoga, Pondicherry yoga, Swami Sivananda, Bhagavad Gita, chakras, karma, sangha, spiritual community, detachment, sattvic living, yoga teacher training, meditation practice, Rishikesh ashrams, cultural exchange, yoga journey, mindful living

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!

Topics: yoga philosophy, five koshas, Annamaya kosha, pranayama, guru-disciple relationship, Eastern vs Western yoga, Pondicherry yoga, Swami Sivananda, Bhagavad Gita, chakras, karma, sangha, spiritual community, detachment, sattvic living, yoga teacher training, meditation practice, Rishikesh ashrams, cultural exchange, yoga journey, mindful living

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yoga Scussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yoga Scussion

• Donate to the Show

• Shop the Yoga Scussion Collection on the Podmasana Store

Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com

• Email: yogascussion@podmasana.com

• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support

• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday

• Early access for Yoga Scussion Circle members (3 days before public)

Follow and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others who might be interested.

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Joe McClernon walked into Yoga Patch at 49 seeking stretching tips for his osteoarthritis. He found The Heart of Yoga by TKV Desikachar and realized: "This is exactly what I had needed for a long time. Perhaps all my life." In 2013, he created Slow Flow with Joe for students who felt intimidated by yoga. Then June 2019: stage four prostate cancer. Gleason 10. Doctors gave him 1.5-5 years. His first thought: suicide. His wife saved his life. Six years later, Joe teaches yoga, volunteers at the cancer center, and embodies choosing life and love daily.

Topics: Stage four cancer survival, prostate cancer, Gleason score 10, cancer and yoga, why not me, choosing life, Slow Flow with Joe, TKV Desikachar, The Heart of Yoga, yoga for osteoarthritis, trauma-informed teaching, hands-off teaching, classical music in yoga, eight limbs of yoga, yoga sutras, chemotherapy with positivity, Hawaiian shirts, cancer center volunteer, hope and healing, living with terminal illness, quality of life, positive attitude, fitness and cancer survival, cancer support, patient advocacy, why me vs why not me, facing mortality, grace under pressure, carpentry to yoga, social services background, assisted suicide decision

About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations.

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Note to listeners: there were some audio issues due to some unintentional device configurations by one of the guests that created some echoes in a few parts of this episode. They were mostly addressed, but still remain in a few parts. We apologize for the issues, but otherwise think this is another gem of an episode.

Topic: eight limbs of yoga, youth yoga, intergenerational learning, yamas and niyamas, pranayama, meditation, young practitioners, Bharatanatyam, Hindu culture, menstrual health, test anxiety, mindfulness for teens, Guruji wisdom, accessible yoga, youth wellness

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topics: eight limbs of yoga, youth yoga, intergenerational learning, yamas and niyamas, pranayama, meditation, young practitioners, Bharatanatyam, Hindu culture, menstrual health, test anxiety, mindfulness for teens, Guruji wisdom, accessible yoga, youth wellness

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topic: yoga, Pilates, yogascussion, podcast, embodiment, spiritual practice, commodification, alignment myths, nervous system, capitalism and wellness, energy work, intuitive guidance, tantra, meditation, pranayama, yoga philosophy, western yoga, body asymmetry

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topics Covered

• The intersection of Pilates and yoga practices
• Why Western yoga may be "dying" and what that means
• The commodification and watering down of both modalities
• Body asymmetry and the myth of perfect alignment
• Nervous system reorientation through intentional movement
• The appeal of physicality versus deeper spiritual work
• Capitalism's impact on yoga and wellness culture
• The requirement of exchange (energy, money, commitment) in practice
• Yoga as religion, cosmology, methodology, and goal
• Non-judgmental observation and self-awareness without self-judgment
• The false summit phenomenon and continuous evolution
• Spiritual bypassing and the human desire to escape embodiment
• Animals as models of embodied being
• Breastfeeding, cultural lenses, and removing judgments
• Energy work, intuitive guidance, and working with subtle realms
• Advice for beginning practitioners: one moment at a time

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yoga Scussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Current Release Schedule:

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Topics

Becoming vs evolving, yoga philosophy, non-duality, presence and awareness, wholehearted practice, teaching philosophy, reading the room, Ayurvedic principles, gunas, nervous system regulation, accessibility in yoga, community building, running a yoga studio in Wyoming, empathic teaching, intuitive teaching, yoga for parents, teenagers and yoga, modern disconnection, felt sense practice, protective layers, ego barriers, poetry and yoga, science background and yoga, zoology and yoga, AARP yoga classes, business of yoga

Topics: Becoming vs evolving, yoga philosophy, non-duality, presence and awareness, wholehearted practice, teaching philosophy, reading the room, Ayurvedic principles, gunas, nervous system regulation, accessibility in yoga, community building, running a yoga studio in Wyoming, empathic teaching, intuitive teaching, yoga for parents, teenagers and yoga, modern disconnection, felt sense practice, protective layers, ego barriers, poetry and yoga, science background and yoga, zoology and yoga, AARP yoga classes, business of yoga

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topics: Growing up with yoga in India, cultural differences in yoga practice, Indian yoga lineages, ICYER Pondicherry, yoga ashrams, immigration and identity, depression and healing, orthodontics and yoga, prescriptive vs. intuitive teaching styles, Ashtanga vs. traditional Indian yoga, yoga in physical education, Hindu temple yoga classes, self-paced practice, mantra chanting, guru-shishya tradition, yoga as destiny, cross-cultural yoga perspectives, householder yoga, grit and persistence

About Yoga Scussion: Yoga Scussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yogascussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yogascussion
• Donate to the Show
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• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support
• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday
• Early access for Yogascussion Circle members (3 days before public)

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About YogaScussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

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Topics: Ashtanga yoga, mediation and yoga, conflict resolution, breath awareness, mind-body connection, yoga for athletes, yoga for runners, golf and yoga, flexibility journey, home practice, studio practice, nervous system regulation, presence, peacemaking, holding space, co-regulation, yoga for beginners, long-term practice, yoga and professional life, caregiver wellness, back health, hip flexibility

About Yogascussion: Yogascussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topics: Ashtanga yoga, mediation and yoga, conflict resolution, breath awareness, mind-body connection, yoga for athletes, yoga for runners, golf and yoga, flexibility journey, home practice, studio practice, nervous system regulation, presence, peacemaking, holding space, co-regulation, yoga for beginners, long-term practice, yoga and professional life, caregiver wellness, back health, hip flexibility

About Yoga Scussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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October 10th, 2025. Brendon Orr walks his 16-year-old dog Amelia through a golden sunlit meadow. But Amelia stops—perhaps the first time in her life she clearly doesn't wish to walk. Three deer appear in the tall grass, watching peacefully. Brendon locks eyes with one deer. A profound moment of stillness. He looks down at Amelia looking up at him. Together they watch the deer slowly walk into the tree line, as if returning to where they came from. A tear passes down Brendon's cheek. "It's time to go home now, isn't it girl?" Amelia passes that afternoon. If we are still enough and listening openly, the universe speaks.

This was Brendon’s Mindful Moment. Submit yours to mymindfulmoment@podmasana.com. For more information, visit https://podmasana.com/mymindfulmoment.

Topics

Loss of a pet, dog death, end of life, saying goodbye, mindfulness in grief, deer encounter, animal communication, last moments, recognizing endings, new beginnings, profound stillness, universe speaking, trust in timing, life transitions, sacred moments, presence in loss, honoring grief, animal companions, 16-year-old dog, sister dogs, moving with elderly pets, when it's time, peaceful passing, tears and love, listening to wisdom, chapters closing and opening

Listen to previous My Mindful Moments: https://my-mindful-moment.castos.com/ 

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Yogascussion Podcast: https://yogascussion.castos.com/ 

Share Your Mindful Moment

Send your recording via email to mymindfulmoment@podmasana.com. Feel free to include a photo of yourself that you would like to include with your Mindful Moment. Further instructions are below.

Instructions

Find a quiet room or space and open a recording app on your phone.

Speaking in full sentences, please share your Mindful Moment. No need to write down your story and read it from paper, but feel free to do so if that makes you more comfortable. Just try to keep it natural. Please keep the submitted recording to less than three minutes. Your recording should include (but does not need to be limited to): 

• Your name (feel free to use an anonymous alias)
• A particular moment or experience that left you feeling more enlightened, inspired or wise. Share as much about the moment as you can recall:
  • When did it happen?
  • What was it like?
  • How did it make you feel more mindful?
  • Why do you want to share it with others?

Again, please try to keep the submitted recording to less than three minutes. When you are finished, email the file to the show. For more detailed instructions, see the recording tips page.

Topics

Ashtanga yoga, body image, airport industry, breath work, family practice, home practice challenges, competitive personality, beginner's mindset, aging parents, grandmother, pets and yoga, professional development, calm presence, crisis management, commuter dedication

About Yogascussion: Yogascussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

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Topics: Ashtanga yoga, body image, airport industry, breath work, family practice, home practice challenges, competitive personality, beginner's mindset, aging parents, grandmother, pets and yoga, professional development, calm presence, crisis management, commuter dedication

About Yogascussion: Yogascussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yogascussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yogascussion
• Donate to the Show
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Connect With Podmasana:

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• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support
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Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday
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Topics: Yoga practice, teaching philosophy, cultural appropriation, capitalism in yoga, mental health, depression, cancer caregiving, trauma-informed practice, spiritual evolution, authenticity, darkness and light

About Yogascussion: YogaScussion is a dynamic podcast that goes far beyond the yoga mat. Each episode brings together passionate practitioners, teachers, experts, and thought leaders from various backgrounds to dive deep into the rich, nuanced world of yoga. Hosted by Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman, the show explores yoga’s intersection with philosophy, wellness, culture, personal growth, and social issues. Expect authentic, thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and insights that challenge and expand your understanding of what yoga has meant in the past and what it means today. In each week’s Yogascussion, Gina and Brendon are joined by guests and paid member listeners to share in a collective discussion about what yoga is, what it’s not, what it was, what it wasn’t, what it is becoming, and what it can be.

Support the show:

• Join the Yogascussion Circle! for extra benefits, to attend live show recordings and participate in the Yogascussion
• Donate to the Show
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Connect With Podmasana:

• Website: yogascussion.podmasana.com
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• Support the Show: yogascussion.podmasana.com/support
• Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

Current Release Schedule:

• New episodes every other Wednesday with preview episodes releasing the following Wednesday
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