YogaScussion: Yoga Talk, Culture, Philosophy & Practice Castos https://yogascussion.podmasana.com Welcome to YogaScussion—the yoga podcast that goes beyond the mat. Hosted by Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr, this weekly yoga talk dives deep into yoga practice, yoga culture, and yoga philosophy with the teachers, healers, writers, and movers who are living it. This isn't a podcast about perfect poses or performative wellness. It's a conversation about what yoga actually looks like in real life—the injuries, the doubt, the breakthroughs, the joy, and the messy, beautiful middle. We explore how ancient wisdom meets modern life, how practice transforms off the mat, and what it means to build community in a world that's forgotten how to connect. Each episode features honest, in-depth conversations with guests who bring diverse perspectives—from Ayurvedic physicians and somatic therapists to poets, musicians, and yoga studio founders. We talk about the eight limbs, the yamas and niyamas, the business of yoga, the neuroscience of stillness, and everything in between. Whether you're a yoga teacher looking for depth, a practitioner seeking community, or someone who's curious about what yoga really is beyond the Instagram aesthetic—YogaScussion is your seat. Subscribe, leave a review, and join the scussion. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000 en © 2026 https://episodes.castos.com/6910f1e4196619-47914168/images/Yogascussion-podcast-art-3000.png YogaScussion: Yoga Talk, Culture, Philosophy & Practice https://yogascussion.podmasana.com Welcome to YogaScussion—the yoga podcast that goes beyond the mat. Hosted by Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr, this weekly yoga talk dives deep into yoga practice, yoga culture, and yoga philosophy with the teachers, healers, writers, and movers who are living it. This isn't a podcast about perfect poses or performative wellness. It's a conversation about what yoga actually looks like in real life—the injuries, the doubt, the breakthroughs, the joy, and the messy, beautiful middle. We explore how ancient wisdom meets modern life, how practice transforms off the mat, and what it means to build community in a world that's forgotten how to connect. Each episode features honest, in-depth conversations with guests who bring diverse perspectives—from Ayurvedic physicians and somatic therapists to poets, musicians, and yoga studio founders. We talk about the eight limbs, the yamas and niyamas, the business of yoga, the neuroscience of stillness, and everything in between. Whether you're a yoga teacher looking for depth, a practitioner seeking community, or someone who's curious about what yoga really is beyond the Instagram aesthetic—YogaScussion is your seat. Subscribe, leave a review, and join the scussion. Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman episodic Welcome to YogaScussion—the yoga podcast that goes beyond the mat. Hosted by Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr, this weekly yoga talk dives deep into yoga practice, yoga culture, and yoga philosophy with the teachers, healers, writers, and movers who are living it. This isn't a podcast about perfect poses or performative wellness. It's a conversation about what yoga actually looks like in real life—the injuries, the doubt, the breakthroughs, the joy, and the messy, beautiful middle. We explore how ancient wisdom meets modern life, how practice transforms off the mat, and what it means to build community in a world that's forgotten how to connect. Each episode features honest, in-depth conversations with guests who bring diverse perspectives—from Ayurvedic physicians and somatic therapists to poets, musicians, and yoga studio founders. We talk about the eight limbs, the yamas and niyamas, the business of yoga, the neuroscience of stillness, and everything in between. Whether you're a yoga teacher looking for depth, a practitioner seeking community, or someone who's curious about what yoga really is beyond the Instagram aesthetic—YogaScussion is your seat. Subscribe, leave a review, and join the scussion. Brendon Orr yogascussion@podmasana.com false https://feeds.castos.com/r3890 yes "Donate" <![CDATA[Yoga Practice: Yoga for Caregivers | Scott Blossom]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2421334 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxx-dr-scott-blossom-yogascussion-preview In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman sit down with integrative health practitioner Scott Blossom for a profound yoga talk on navigating the heavy emotional and physical toll of Alzheimer's and cognitive decline. This episode offers a vital perspective on modern yoga culture by shifting the focus to the often-overlooked resilience of family caregivers. Listeners will discover how a dedicated yoga practice, specifically the deep restorative power of Yoga Nidra, can serve as a lifeline for those experiencing caregiver burnout. Scott shares actionable, embodied tools to manage hyper-vigilance, the importance of taking a weekly day off, and how "yogic sleep" helps regulate the nervous system during life's most demanding transitions. Whether you are caring for a loved one or seeking to deepen your own yoga practice, this episode illuminates the profound healing potential of conscious rest.

Hear Scott explain why caregivers are six times more likely to develop Alzheimer's themselves—and how a simple rotation of consciousness can restore your nervous system when you have nothing left to give.

In This Episode:

  • The hidden physical and emotional toll of Alzheimer's caregiving
  • Why caregivers are six times more likely to develop cognitive decline
  • How Yoga Nidra rewires the nervous system for deep, restorative rest
  • The non-negotiable practice of taking one full day off per week
  • Navigating guilt and anxiety while prioritizing self-care as a caregiver

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]]> full false In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman sit down with integrative health practitioner Scott Blossom for a profound yoga talk on navigating the heavy emotional and physical toll of Alzheimer's and cognitive decline. This episode offers a vital perspective on modern yoga culture by shifting the focus to the often-overlooked resilience of family caregivers. Listeners will discover how a dedicated yoga practice, specifically the deep restorative power of Yoga Nidra, can serve as a lifeline for those experiencing caregiver burnout. Scott shares actionable, embodied tools to manage hyper-vigilance, the importance of taking a weekly day off, and how "yogic sleep" helps regulate the nervous system during life's most demanding transitions. Whether you are caring for a loved one or seeking to deepen your own yoga practice, this episode illuminates the profound healing potential of conscious rest.

Hear Scott explain why caregivers are six times more likely to develop Alzheimer's themselves—and how a simple rotation of consciousness can restore your nervous system when you have nothing left to give.

In This Episode:

  • The hidden physical and emotional toll of Alzheimer's caregiving
  • Why caregivers are six times more likely to develop cognitive decline
  • How Yoga Nidra rewires the nervous system for deep, restorative rest
  • The non-negotiable practice of taking one full day off per week
  • Navigating guilt and anxiety while prioritizing self-care as a caregiver

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]]> 00:05:04 <![CDATA[Yoga & The Eight Limbs of Writing | Kimberly McElhatten]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2418778 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxx-kimberly-mcelhatten-yogascussion-ep-20 In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman sit down with writing coach and poet Kimberly McElhatten for a profound yoga talk on the intersection of ancient philosophy and the creative process. This episode offers a unique lens on modern yoga culture by revealing how the yamas and niyamas can be directly applied to the yoga practice of writing. Kimberly shares how principles like ahimsa (non-violence) help silence the inner critic, while tapas (the fire of transformation) guides writers through the "cauldron" of truth-telling. We also explore the neuroscience of the default mode network, the power of "doing nothing," and how intentional rest fuels both creativity and embodied living.

Hear Kimberly explain why sitting in the "heat of transformation" is essential for accessing your unique truth—and how a simple walk without headphones can take you from writer's block to deep creative flow.

Key topics:

  • Applying the yamas and niyamas (ahimsa and tapas) to the writing process
  • Overcoming writer's block and silencing the inner critic
  • Harnessing the brain's default mode network through intentional rest
  • Creating a heart-centered, mindful container for creative work
  • Integrating yoga philosophy off the mat into everyday life

Recorded April 10, 2026

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]]> full 20 false In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman sit down with writing coach and poet Kimberly McElhatten for a profound yoga talk on the intersection of ancient philosophy and the creative process. This episode offers a unique lens on modern yoga culture by revealing how the yamas and niyamas can be directly applied to the yoga practice of writing. Kimberly shares how principles like ahimsa (non-violence) help silence the inner critic, while tapas (the fire of transformation) guides writers through the "cauldron" of truth-telling. We also explore the neuroscience of the default mode network, the power of "doing nothing," and how intentional rest fuels both creativity and embodied living.

Hear Kimberly explain why sitting in the "heat of transformation" is essential for accessing your unique truth—and how a simple walk without headphones can take you from writer's block to deep creative flow.

Key topics:

  • Applying the yamas and niyamas (ahimsa and tapas) to the writing process
  • Overcoming writer's block and silencing the inner critic
  • Harnessing the brain's default mode network through intentional rest
  • Creating a heart-centered, mindful container for creative work
  • Integrating yoga philosophy off the mat into everyday life

Recorded April 10, 2026

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]]> 00:59:13 <![CDATA[Yoga & Writing: Overcoming Inner Critics | Kimberly McElhatten]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2418772 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxxx-kimberly-mcelhatten-yogascussion-preview In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the unique intersection of yoga philosophy and the creative process with writing coach Kimberly McElhatten. This yoga talk reveals how the ancient frameworks of the yamas and niyamas can be directly applied to the modern yoga practice of writing. Kimberly shares how principles like ahimsa (non-violence) help silence the inner critic, while tapas (the fire of transformation) guides writers through the "cauldron" of truth-telling. We also dive into how co-writing sessions mirror the deeper states of yoga culture, creating a container for flow, focus, and ego dissolution. Whether you are a writer seeking compassionate discipline or a practitioner looking to take your practice off the mat, this episode illuminates how ancient wisdom can transform your creative work.

Hear Kimberly explain why sitting in the "heat of transformation" is essential for accessing your unique truth—and how a simple shift in perspective can take you from writer's block to deep creative flow.

In This Preview Episode:

  • Applying the yamas and niyamas to the creative writing process
  • Using ahimsa to overcome the inner critic and self-doubt
  • Embracing tapas (the fire of transformation) to find authentic truth
  • How co-writing creates a yogic flow state and dissolves the ego
  • Building a compassionate, mindful relationship with your creative work

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]]> full false In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the unique intersection of yoga philosophy and the creative process with writing coach Kimberly McElhatten. This yoga talk reveals how the ancient frameworks of the yamas and niyamas can be directly applied to the modern yoga practice of writing. Kimberly shares how principles like ahimsa (non-violence) help silence the inner critic, while tapas (the fire of transformation) guides writers through the "cauldron" of truth-telling. We also dive into how co-writing sessions mirror the deeper states of yoga culture, creating a container for flow, focus, and ego dissolution. Whether you are a writer seeking compassionate discipline or a practitioner looking to take your practice off the mat, this episode illuminates how ancient wisdom can transform your creative work.

Hear Kimberly explain why sitting in the "heat of transformation" is essential for accessing your unique truth—and how a simple shift in perspective can take you from writer's block to deep creative flow.

In This Preview Episode:

  • Applying the yamas and niyamas to the creative writing process
  • Using ahimsa to overcome the inner critic and self-doubt
  • Embracing tapas (the fire of transformation) to find authentic truth
  • How co-writing creates a yogic flow state and dissolves the ego
  • Building a compassionate, mindful relationship with your creative work

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!

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]]> 00:05:32 <![CDATA[Yoga for Pelvic Health | Sydney Zwicker]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2414918 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxx-sydney-zwicker-yoga-scussion-ep-19 In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the intersection of wellness and trauma-informed pelvic health with guest Sydney Zwicker. This conversation offers a profound lens on modern yoga culture by bridging nervous system regulation, fascial bodywork, and embodied mindfulness to support women in cultivating safety and presence. Listeners will discover how fascia acts as the body’s intelligent mycelial network, connecting bone to breath and emotion to posture, and how yoga practices like Yin and Yoga Nidra can facilitate fascial unwinding and emotional release. As a standout episode on holistic healing, this discussion elucidates the importance of root-oriented awareness, consent in touch, and reclaiming aliveness through the female lived experience. Whether you are navigating pelvic pain, seeking deeper embodiment, or exploring the somatic connections between physiology and spirituality, this episode illuminates how honoring the body’s innate wisdom fosters wholeness and sustainable wellness.

Disclaimer: this episode touches on some mature topics and contains adult language. Listener discretion advised.

Key Topics:

  • Fascia as the body's mycelial network connecting breath, psyche, memory, and posture 

  • Trauma-informed pelvic health practices supporting nervous system regulation through embodied mindfulness

  • Yoga adaptations for hypermobile women prioritizing stability over flexibility and root-down strength

  • Consent, communication, and co-creating safety in yoga classes and healing relationships

  • Root chakra work as foundation for boundaries, intuition, and living from your "hell yes/F no"

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]]> full 19 false In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the intersection of wellness and trauma-informed pelvic health with guest Sydney Zwicker. This conversation offers a profound lens on modern yoga culture by bridging nervous system regulation, fascial bodywork, and embodied mindfulness to support women in cultivating safety and presence. Listeners will discover how fascia acts as the body’s intelligent mycelial network, connecting bone to breath and emotion to posture, and how yoga practices like Yin and Yoga Nidra can facilitate fascial unwinding and emotional release. As a standout episode on holistic healing, this discussion elucidates the importance of root-oriented awareness, consent in touch, and reclaiming aliveness through the female lived experience. Whether you are navigating pelvic pain, seeking deeper embodiment, or exploring the somatic connections between physiology and spirituality, this episode illuminates how honoring the body’s innate wisdom fosters wholeness and sustainable wellness.

Disclaimer: this episode touches on some mature topics and contains adult language. Listener discretion advised.

Key Topics:

  • Fascia as the body's mycelial network connecting breath, psyche, memory, and posture 

  • Trauma-informed pelvic health practices supporting nervous system regulation through embodied mindfulness

  • Yoga adaptations for hypermobile women prioritizing stability over flexibility and root-down strength

  • Consent, communication, and co-creating safety in yoga classes and healing relationships

  • Root chakra work as foundation for boundaries, intuition, and living from your "hell yes/F no"

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]]> 00:56:44 <![CDATA[Yoga & Fascia Release | Sydney Zwicker]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2414917 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxx-sydney-zwicker-yogascussion-preview In this yoga podcast preview, hosts Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr explore the intersection of wellness and anatomy with guest Sydney Zwicker, who describes fascia as the body’s intelligent, mycelial-like network. This conversation offers a unique lens on modern yoga culture by bridging somatic science with spiritual understanding, revealing how fascial tissue connects bone to breath and emotion to posture. Listeners will discover how yoga practices facilitate fascial unwinding to release stored emotional charges and support nervous system regulation. As a standout episode on holistic health, this discussion elucidates the piezoelectric nature of fascia and its role in mental health, depression, and embodied awareness. Whether you are interested in somatic healing, fascial release, or the integration of physiology and spirituality, this episode illuminates how our bodies function as one unified, living tapestry rather than separate parts, deepening your understanding of wellness through the lens of modern science and ancient wisdom.

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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.

]]> full false In this yoga podcast preview, hosts Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr explore the intersection of wellness and anatomy with guest Sydney Zwicker, who describes fascia as the body’s intelligent, mycelial-like network. This conversation offers a unique lens on modern yoga culture by bridging somatic science with spiritual understanding, revealing how fascial tissue connects bone to breath and emotion to posture. Listeners will discover how yoga practices facilitate fascial unwinding to release stored emotional charges and support nervous system regulation. As a standout episode on holistic health, this discussion elucidates the piezoelectric nature of fascia and its role in mental health, depression, and embodied awareness. Whether you are interested in somatic healing, fascial release, or the integration of physiology and spirituality, this episode illuminates how our bodies function as one unified, living tapestry rather than separate parts, deepening your understanding of wellness through the lens of modern science and ancient wisdom.

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]]> 00:04:37 <![CDATA[Yoga Community & Recovery | Brianna Georgeson]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2408905 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/recovery-yoga-studio-ownership-sacred-space-brianna-georgeson-yoga-scussion-ep-18 In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman welcome Brianna Georgeson, owner of Wild Root Yoga, to explore the intersection of wellness and authentic yoga culture. Brianna shares her transformative journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding sobriety through yoga, eventually taking over her sacred studio space during the 2020 pandemic. Discover how she cultivated a body-positive community that prioritizes mental health over fitness aesthetics, offering somatic dance, yoga nidra, and philosophy-heavy training. This conversation dives deep into the realities of studio ownership, the importance of inclusive spaces, and how yoga culture continues to evolve as a vessel for healing and connection. Whether you are navigating recovery, seeking wellness, or curious about the heart behind running a yoga studio, this episode offers profound insights into holding space for yourself and others.

Key Topics:

  • Brianna's journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding yoga as recovery and purpose
  • Taking over Wild Root Yoga during pandemic and maintaining community through virtual + in-person offerings
  • Philosophy-heavy, non-Yoga Alliance teacher training emphasizing yogic limbs over perfect poses
  • Embodied movement offerings: Groove somatic dance, Walk It Out, and yoga nidra for nervous system regulation
  • "Yoga for everybody else": creating inclusive sacred space where body positivity and connection thrive

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness. Yoga is self-awareness. Yoga
  • (00:00:45) - Brianna Georgson on Yoga Talk
  • (00:01:45) - The Owner of Wild Root Yoga Takes Over
  • (00:07:30) - Brianna on Her Yoga Journey
  • (00:11:00) - Taking Over the Studio During the Pandemic
  • (00:14:28) - The Community of Wilder Yoga
  • (00:18:25) - The Growing Movement Based Yoga
  • (00:24:58) - What is Yoga Studio For?
  • (00:28:55) - Wild Root Yoga: Going Deep
  • (00:36:14) - Wild Root Yoga Studio Owners Speak
  • (00:40:36) - The Challenges of Owning a Yoga Studio
  • (00:42:59) - Wild Root Yoga Studio Owner Briana on
  • (00:49:25) - The Last Yoga at Wild Root Yoga
  • (00:51:58) - A Yoga Teacher's Story About Her Addiction
  • (00:52:53) - Yoga Scution

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]]> full 18 false In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman welcome Brianna Georgeson, owner of Wild Root Yoga, to explore the intersection of wellness and authentic yoga culture. Brianna shares her transformative journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding sobriety through yoga, eventually taking over her sacred studio space during the 2020 pandemic. Discover how she cultivated a body-positive community that prioritizes mental health over fitness aesthetics, offering somatic dance, yoga nidra, and philosophy-heavy training. This conversation dives deep into the realities of studio ownership, the importance of inclusive spaces, and how yoga culture continues to evolve as a vessel for healing and connection. Whether you are navigating recovery, seeking wellness, or curious about the heart behind running a yoga studio, this episode offers profound insights into holding space for yourself and others.

Key Topics:

  • Brianna's journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding yoga as recovery and purpose
  • Taking over Wild Root Yoga during pandemic and maintaining community through virtual + in-person offerings
  • Philosophy-heavy, non-Yoga Alliance teacher training emphasizing yogic limbs over perfect poses
  • Embodied movement offerings: Groove somatic dance, Walk It Out, and yoga nidra for nervous system regulation
  • "Yoga for everybody else": creating inclusive sacred space where body positivity and connection thrive

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]]> 00:54:54 <![CDATA[Yoga Saved Me from Alchoholism | Brianna Georgeson]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2408904 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-saved-me-from-alchoholism-brianna-georgeson-yoga-scussion-preview In the next YogaScussion, Brianna Georgeson shares recovering from alcoholism through yoga, taking over Wild Root Yoga in Lincoln, Nebraska during pandemic, creating sacred space for somatic healing, and making yoga accessible as "for everybody else." Wild Root owner discusses teaching yoga philosophy, business challenges from drumming studio neighbors to managing 14 teachers, Reiki master training, holding space for students' breakthrough moments, staying weird at grocery stores, and why her three words for yoga are "soul, connection, and magic."

Key Topics

  • Brianna's journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding yoga as recovery and purpose
  • Taking over Wild Root Yoga during pandemic and maintaining community through virtual + in-person offerings
  • Philosophy-heavy, non-Yoga Alliance teacher training emphasizing yogic limbs over perfect poses
  • Embodied movement offerings: Groove somatic dance, Walk It Out, and yoga nidra for nervous system regulation
  • "Yoga for everybody else": creating inclusive sacred space where body positivity and connection thrive

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - How I Stopped Drinking to Start a Yoga Studio

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]]> full false In the next YogaScussion, Brianna Georgeson shares recovering from alcoholism through yoga, taking over Wild Root Yoga in Lincoln, Nebraska during pandemic, creating sacred space for somatic healing, and making yoga accessible as "for everybody else." Wild Root owner discusses teaching yoga philosophy, business challenges from drumming studio neighbors to managing 14 teachers, Reiki master training, holding space for students' breakthrough moments, staying weird at grocery stores, and why her three words for yoga are "soul, connection, and magic."

Key Topics

  • Brianna's journey from high-functioning alcoholism to finding yoga as recovery and purpose
  • Taking over Wild Root Yoga during pandemic and maintaining community through virtual + in-person offerings
  • Philosophy-heavy, non-Yoga Alliance teacher training emphasizing yogic limbs over perfect poses
  • Embodied movement offerings: Groove somatic dance, Walk It Out, and yoga nidra for nervous system regulation
  • "Yoga for everybody else": creating inclusive sacred space where body positivity and connection thrive

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]]> 00:04:28 <![CDATA[Yoga & the Mind-Body Connection | Briiohn Covert]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2406122 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/body-shame-presence-perception-briiohn-covert-yoga-scussion-ep-17 In this YogaScussion, yoga teacher Briiohn Covert shares her transformative journey from managing scoliosis, back pain, and endometriosis to finding healing through body awareness yoga and mindful movement. Discover how yoga for chronic pain management, breath work for anxiety relief, and overcoming body shame through yoga practice can support your wellness journey. Briiohn reveals how the mind-body connection in yoga helps release disconnection from physical sensations, while her teaching philosophy emphasizes showing up as you are—because if you're breathing, you can do yoga. Learn practical breath work for anxiety relief through nostril breathing, yoga for women with endometriosis, and how finding your authentic yoga teaching voice creates safer spaces for students navigating chronic pain, comparison culture, or seeking embodied presence on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Briiohn's journey from accounting career to yoga teaching through personal healing with back pain, scoliosis, and endometriosis
  • Body awareness and mind-body connection as pathway to managing chronic pain and releasing disconnection from physical sensations
  • Teaching philosophy using "bright stars" metaphor to guide students from easy concepts to deeper yogic understanding with autonomy
  • Overcoming body shame and comparison culture through present-moment awareness and non-judgmental practice on the mat
  • Breath work practices for anxiety relief and nervous system regulation through nostril breathing and balancing brain activity

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness and flow
  • (00:00:45) - Brian Covert on Yoga Scution
  • (00:02:14) - Gina on Starting a Yoga School
  • (00:08:13) - Yoga For Back and Endometriosis
  • (00:11:43) - Your Body's Complaints
  • (00:16:51) - "Just Showing Up" for Yoga
  • (00:21:11) - How Do You Teach Yoga?
  • (00:24:43) - Body Shamelessness in Yoga
  • (00:32:13) - As a Yoga Studio Manager,
  • (00:36:27) - How My Yoga Practice Helped Me During The Trump Era
  • (00:44:52) - Gina On Inviting People To Yoga
  • (00:49:00) - Finding Your Own Voice in Yoga
  • (00:51:52) - Neon Yoga Teacher Announces Plans to Keep Teaching
  • (00:53:52) - What 3 Words Could Yoga Mean For You?

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]]> full 17 false In this YogaScussion, yoga teacher Briiohn Covert shares her transformative journey from managing scoliosis, back pain, and endometriosis to finding healing through body awareness yoga and mindful movement. Discover how yoga for chronic pain management, breath work for anxiety relief, and overcoming body shame through yoga practice can support your wellness journey. Briiohn reveals how the mind-body connection in yoga helps release disconnection from physical sensations, while her teaching philosophy emphasizes showing up as you are—because if you're breathing, you can do yoga. Learn practical breath work for anxiety relief through nostril breathing, yoga for women with endometriosis, and how finding your authentic yoga teaching voice creates safer spaces for students navigating chronic pain, comparison culture, or seeking embodied presence on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Briiohn's journey from accounting career to yoga teaching through personal healing with back pain, scoliosis, and endometriosis
  • Body awareness and mind-body connection as pathway to managing chronic pain and releasing disconnection from physical sensations
  • Teaching philosophy using "bright stars" metaphor to guide students from easy concepts to deeper yogic understanding with autonomy
  • Overcoming body shame and comparison culture through present-moment awareness and non-judgmental practice on the mat
  • Breath work practices for anxiety relief and nervous system regulation through nostril breathing and balancing brain activity

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]]> 00:55:51 <![CDATA[Yoga & Overcoming Body Shame | Briiohn Covert]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2406121 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/overcoming-body-shame-through-yoga-with-briiohn-covert-yoga-scussion-preview In the next YogaScussion, yoga teacher Briiohn Covert shares her transformative journey from managing scoliosis, back pain, and endometriosis to finding healing through body awareness yoga and mindful movement. Discover how yoga for chronic pain management, breath work for anxiety relief, and overcoming body shame through yoga practice can support your wellness journey. Briiohn reveals how the mind-body connection in yoga helps release disconnection from physical sensations, while her teaching philosophy emphasizes showing up as you are—because if you're breathing, you can do yoga. Learn practical breath work for anxiety relief through nostril breathing, yoga for women with endometriosis, and how finding your authentic yoga teaching voice creates safer spaces for students navigating chronic pain, comparison culture, or seeking embodied presence on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Briiohn's journey from accounting career to yoga teaching through personal healing with back pain, scoliosis, and endometriosis
  • Body awareness and mind-body connection as pathway to managing chronic pain and releasing disconnection from physical sensations
  • Teaching philosophy using "bright stars" metaphor to guide students from easy concepts to deeper yogic understanding with autonomy
  • Overcoming body shame and comparison culture through present-moment awareness and non-judgmental practice on the mat
  • Breath work practices for anxiety relief and nervous system regulation through nostril breathing and balancing brain activity

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - No Right or Wrong In Class
  • (00:01:23) - Body Shaming in Yoga
  • (00:03:39) - How yoga helped me stop comparing myself to others

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]]> full false In the next YogaScussion, yoga teacher Briiohn Covert shares her transformative journey from managing scoliosis, back pain, and endometriosis to finding healing through body awareness yoga and mindful movement. Discover how yoga for chronic pain management, breath work for anxiety relief, and overcoming body shame through yoga practice can support your wellness journey. Briiohn reveals how the mind-body connection in yoga helps release disconnection from physical sensations, while her teaching philosophy emphasizes showing up as you are—because if you're breathing, you can do yoga. Learn practical breath work for anxiety relief through nostril breathing, yoga for women with endometriosis, and how finding your authentic yoga teaching voice creates safer spaces for students navigating chronic pain, comparison culture, or seeking embodied presence on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Briiohn's journey from accounting career to yoga teaching through personal healing with back pain, scoliosis, and endometriosis
  • Body awareness and mind-body connection as pathway to managing chronic pain and releasing disconnection from physical sensations
  • Teaching philosophy using "bright stars" metaphor to guide students from easy concepts to deeper yogic understanding with autonomy
  • Overcoming body shame and comparison culture through present-moment awareness and non-judgmental practice on the mat
  • Breath work practices for anxiety relief and nervous system regulation through nostril breathing and balancing brain activity

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]]> 00:05:42 <![CDATA[Yoga & Walking Meditation | Michael McColly]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2403902 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxx-w-michael-mccolly-yoga-scussion-ep-16 In this YogaScussion, author and former Northwestern professor Michael McColly shares how yoga became his anchor after an HIV diagnosis, transforming his practice into a path of care, embodiment, and connection. He discusses teaching yoga to people living with HIV across continents, weaving mindful movement with creative writing to help students feel their words in their bodies. Michael explores walking meditation as urban pilgrimage through his latest book, Walking Chicago's Coast, a 63-mile journey from his doorstep to the Indiana Dunes that blends memoir, environmental witness, and place-based awareness. Discover how walking cultivates perception, sensing history in the land, and developing empathy for body and others. Learn about yoga as care, the power of intention in practice, and how simple acts of walking can become moving asana that connects us to place, community, and the sacredness of everyday life.

Key Topics

  • Michael's journey from HIV diagnosis to finding yoga as agency, community, and spiritual practice
  • Teaching yoga to people living with HIV across Africa, Asia, and the U.S. as an act of care and empowerment
  • Weaving yoga with creative writing to help students cultivate embodied, sensory-rich prose through body awareness
  • Walking Chicago's Coast: a 63-mile urban pilgrimage blending memoir, environmental witness, and walking meditation
  • How walking cultivates perception, empathy, and connection to place as an extension of yoga practice

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness, awareness
  • (00:00:45) - Michael McCauley On Walking Chicago's Coast
  • (00:02:18) - How Yoga Changed My Life
  • (00:11:36) - In the Elevator With Yoga
  • (00:13:52) - In the Body as Poet
  • (00:19:07) - The Walk Around Lake Michigan
  • (00:24:40) - What Could a Walking Practice Teach Us?
  • (00:29:07) - You're Bringing Honor to the Land
  • (00:35:20) - The Yoga Walk Through Chicago
  • (00:43:17) - A Lesson on Yoga
  • (00:47:40) - Yoga Discussion

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]]> full 16 false In this YogaScussion, author and former Northwestern professor Michael McColly shares how yoga became his anchor after an HIV diagnosis, transforming his practice into a path of care, embodiment, and connection. He discusses teaching yoga to people living with HIV across continents, weaving mindful movement with creative writing to help students feel their words in their bodies. Michael explores walking meditation as urban pilgrimage through his latest book, Walking Chicago's Coast, a 63-mile journey from his doorstep to the Indiana Dunes that blends memoir, environmental witness, and place-based awareness. Discover how walking cultivates perception, sensing history in the land, and developing empathy for body and others. Learn about yoga as care, the power of intention in practice, and how simple acts of walking can become moving asana that connects us to place, community, and the sacredness of everyday life.

Key Topics

  • Michael's journey from HIV diagnosis to finding yoga as agency, community, and spiritual practice
  • Teaching yoga to people living with HIV across Africa, Asia, and the U.S. as an act of care and empowerment
  • Weaving yoga with creative writing to help students cultivate embodied, sensory-rich prose through body awareness
  • Walking Chicago's Coast: a 63-mile urban pilgrimage blending memoir, environmental witness, and walking meditation
  • How walking cultivates perception, empathy, and connection to place as an extension of yoga practice

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]]> 00:50:09 <![CDATA[Yoga in South Africa: A Transforming Journey | Michael McColly]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2403900 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-in-south-africa-a-tranforming-journey-michael-mccolly-yoga-scussion-preview In the next episode of YogaScussion, Michael McColly shares his 63-mile urban pilgrimage along Chicago's coast, teaching yoga to people with HIV across Africa and Asia, embodied writing practice at Northwestern, and walking as meditation. Lambda Award-winning author of The After-Death Room, Michael discusses how yoga sustained him through HIV diagnosis, caring for degraded landscapes as spiritual practice, integrating yoga with creative writing teaching, environmental witness, bringing honor to forgotten communities, and why his three words for yoga are simply "care."

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - In the Elevator With HIV

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]]> full false In the next episode of YogaScussion, Michael McColly shares his 63-mile urban pilgrimage along Chicago's coast, teaching yoga to people with HIV across Africa and Asia, embodied writing practice at Northwestern, and walking as meditation. Lambda Award-winning author of The After-Death Room, Michael discusses how yoga sustained him through HIV diagnosis, caring for degraded landscapes as spiritual practice, integrating yoga with creative writing teaching, environmental witness, bringing honor to forgotten communities, and why his three words for yoga are simply "care."

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]]> 00:04:42 <![CDATA[Yoga of Responsibility & Leadership | Christy Lynn Hicks]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2393115 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-of-responsibility-leadership-christy-hicks-yoga-scussion-ep-15 In this YogaScussion, yoga studio ownership, yoga teacher training, and yoga philosophy guide Christy Lynn Hicks' journey. Discover yoga for stress management, yoga and embodiment, conscious living yoga, and yoga responsibility practices. Learn how to practice yoga responsibility, yoga for burnout recovery, yoga for corporate leaders, integrating yoga into daily life, and yoga attention practice for sustainable wellbeing on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Christy's journey from high-stress corporate career to yoga teacher and studio owner in Los Angeles
  • The "yoga of responsibility" framework: taking ownership of thoughts, words, and actions for conscious living
  • Yoga philosophy as practical tool for leadership, business ethics, and sustainable success without self-awareness
  • Nature connection and one-pointed focus as essential practices for nervous system regulation and embodimen
  • Attention, responsibility, and integration as the three pillars of yoga practice for holistic wellbeing

Audio Disclaimer: there were some echoing sounds in this recording that we couldn't entirely get rid of. Apologies, but otherwise, we think this is another great YogaScussion!

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga Scussion
  • (00:00:46) - Kristy Lynn Hicks on Yoga Scuttion
  • (00:01:57) - Teaching yoga to the masses
  • (00:09:14) - The End of Southern Teaching
  • (00:09:44) - Warren on Yoga and His Own Experience
  • (00:14:19) - How Yoga Shaped My Life
  • (00:19:23) - How to Lead with Yoga
  • (00:23:40) - Christy on Taking Responsibility for Her Life
  • (00:31:16) - In the Elevator With Leaders
  • (00:39:15) - There's a Corporate Squ squeeze
  • (00:42:58) - What we don't need in modern times is more information
  • (00:50:32) - Time in Nature
  • (00:54:29) - The Importance of Yoga
  • (00:59:10) - What Is Yoga?

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]]> full 15 false In this YogaScussion, yoga studio ownership, yoga teacher training, and yoga philosophy guide Christy Lynn Hicks' journey. Discover yoga for stress management, yoga and embodiment, conscious living yoga, and yoga responsibility practices. Learn how to practice yoga responsibility, yoga for burnout recovery, yoga for corporate leaders, integrating yoga into daily life, and yoga attention practice for sustainable wellbeing on and off the mat.

Key Topics

  • Christy's journey from high-stress corporate career to yoga teacher and studio owner in Los Angeles
  • The "yoga of responsibility" framework: taking ownership of thoughts, words, and actions for conscious living
  • Yoga philosophy as practical tool for leadership, business ethics, and sustainable success without self-awareness
  • Nature connection and one-pointed focus as essential practices for nervous system regulation and embodimen
  • Attention, responsibility, and integration as the three pillars of yoga practice for holistic wellbeing

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]]> 01:00:58 <![CDATA[Yoga Beyond Religion & Fitness | Christy Lynn Hicks]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2393104 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-beyond-religion-and-fitness-christy-lynn-hicks-yoga-scussion-preview In the next episode of YogaScussion, Christy Lynn Hicks shares the Yoga of Responsibility framework: directed attention, radical ownership, and regulated leadership for entrepreneurs and business owners. From satellite engineer to 15-year LA studio owner, Christy discusses pandemic closure and depression, bringing yoga philosophy to corporate boardrooms, slowing down versus productivity culture, and why mindfulness practice and nature connection are non-negotiables. She explains why yoga isn't religion or fitness performance, but a tool-based system for integration, embodiment, and conscious living in business and daily life.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The Importance of Yoga

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]]> full false In the next episode of YogaScussion, Christy Lynn Hicks shares the Yoga of Responsibility framework: directed attention, radical ownership, and regulated leadership for entrepreneurs and business owners. From satellite engineer to 15-year LA studio owner, Christy discusses pandemic closure and depression, bringing yoga philosophy to corporate boardrooms, slowing down versus productivity culture, and why mindfulness practice and nature connection are non-negotiables. She explains why yoga isn't religion or fitness performance, but a tool-based system for integration, embodiment, and conscious living in business and daily life.

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]]> 00:04:12 <![CDATA[Yoga & Prana Science | Bernie Clark]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2403938 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxx-yoga-scussion-ep-14 In this YogaScussion, Bernie Clark explores Prana: One Breath, Many Worlds as the vital life force connecting ancient yoga wisdom with modern scientific research. Discover how breath physiology influences the nervous system, why fascia research matters for yin yoga practitioners, and practical applications of yoga anatomy for teachers. Bernie shares insights on mindfulness practice, the yoga forest metaphor, and how understanding life force energy can deepen your practice. Whether you're exploring what is prana in yoga, how breath work affects stress relief, or yin yoga for connective tissue health, this conversation bridges Eastern philosophy and Western science. Perfect for yoga anatomy for teachers, understanding yoga philosophy, and fascia and yoga practice applications. 

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness
  • (00:00:45) - Bernie Clark on Yin Yoga
  • (00:03:14) - In the Elevator With Yoga and Zen
  • (00:05:19) - Preface to Prana
  • (00:06:38) - From The Gita To The Grail
  • (00:12:46) - Understanding Prana Through the Breath
  • (00:18:00) - Understanding the practice of yoga
  • (00:18:14) - The Difference Between Spirit and Soul
  • (00:21:47) - On Dualism and Non-Dualism
  • (00:22:28) - Maps and the Real World
  • (00:27:02) - "The Spark of Life": Science and Yoga
  • (00:32:48) - The Body's Connective Tissue
  • (00:33:17) - How does the fascia generate electricity?
  • (00:36:57) - The Boundaries between Eastern and Western Science
  • (00:39:07) - Questions That Can't Be Answered
  • (00:41:48) - In the Elevator With Prana
  • (00:46:28) - The oldest known tattoos are also the oldest known evidence of acupuncture
  • (00:51:05) - Pushing the Proto-Indo language
  • (00:55:04) - The Evolution of God
  • (00:58:39) - Pranayama: Truth and Performance
  • (01:02:57) - Pana: A Short Study
  • (01:05:49) - Jonny Yoga on His New Website
  • (01:06:28) - What Does Yoga Mean to You?
  • (01:07:27) - Welcome to the Yoga Discussion

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]]> full 14 false In this YogaScussion, Bernie Clark explores Prana: One Breath, Many Worlds as the vital life force connecting ancient yoga wisdom with modern scientific research. Discover how breath physiology influences the nervous system, why fascia research matters for yin yoga practitioners, and practical applications of yoga anatomy for teachers. Bernie shares insights on mindfulness practice, the yoga forest metaphor, and how understanding life force energy can deepen your practice. Whether you're exploring what is prana in yoga, how breath work affects stress relief, or yin yoga for connective tissue health, this conversation bridges Eastern philosophy and Western science. Perfect for yoga anatomy for teachers, understanding yoga philosophy, and fascia and yoga practice applications. 

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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]]> 01:08:54 <![CDATA[A Yoga Journey Through Time: Unraveling Prana | Bernie Clark]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2403935 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxx-w-bernie-clark-yoga-scussion-preview In the next episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon take a journey through time and chat with Bernie Clark about his book Prana.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Intro: Building East-West bridge through prana mythology
  • (00:00:45) - Personal history: Prana Yoga Center, Shakti Mai, historical evolution
  • (00:01:20) - Etymology of prana: "To bring forth" + breath/movement/volition
  • (00:01:50) - Prana as God: Indra's declaration in the Upanishads
  • (00:02:16) - Research process: 1990s notebooks, teacher quotes, evolving science
  • (00:02:41) - Caution in quoting: Teaching evolves, snapshots in time
  • (00:03:15) - Modern science view: Prana as cellular communication energy
  • (00:03:45) - Cells in community: Stress, EM fields, chemical signals, light

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]]> full false In the next episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon take a journey through time and chat with Bernie Clark about his book Prana.

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]]> 00:04:37 <![CDATA[Yoga Culture: Meditation for Everyone | Mark Blacknell]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2376537 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxx-yoga-scussion-ep-13 In this YogaScussion, marine veteran and Zen meditation guide Mark Blacknell shares his raw, honest journey from working-class Philadelphia to finding stability through simple zazen practice. Trained in Soto Zen instruction, Mark now guides seniors, inmates, and youth with a no-jargon, trauma-informed approach: balanced posture, staring at a wall, and raw acceptance. Discover why "balance, balance, balance" is his three-word definition of yoga, how meditation becomes a teacher without expectations, and why trusting the practice—not the teacher—is the key to nervous system regulation and sustainable wellbeing.

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

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]]> full 13 false In this YogaScussion, marine veteran and Zen meditation guide Mark Blacknell shares his raw, honest journey from working-class Philadelphia to finding stability through simple zazen practice. Trained in Soto Zen instruction, Mark now guides seniors, inmates, and youth with a no-jargon, trauma-informed approach: balanced posture, staring at a wall, and raw acceptance. Discover why "balance, balance, balance" is his three-word definition of yoga, how meditation becomes a teacher without expectations, and why trusting the practice—not the teacher—is the key to nervous system regulation and sustainable wellbeing.

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

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]]> 01:00:15 <![CDATA[Yoga Talk: My Journey to Meditation | Mark Blacknell]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2376527 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/my-journey-to-meditation-with-mark-blacknell-yoga-scussion-preview In the next episode of YogaScussoin, marine veteran and Zen meditation guide Mark Blacknell shares his raw, honest journey from working-class Philadelphia to finding stability through simple zazen practice. Trained in Soto Zen instruction, Mark now guides seniors, inmates, and youth with a no-jargon, trauma-informed approach: balanced posture, staring at a wall, and raw acceptance. Discover why "balance, balance, balance" is his three-word definition of yoga, how meditation becomes a teacher without expectations, and why trusting the practice—not the teacher—is the key to nervous system regulation and sustainable wellbeing.

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - How meditation helped me get through my depression
  • (00:01:27) - Staring at a Wall for Seven Years

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]]> full false In the next episode of YogaScussoin, marine veteran and Zen meditation guide Mark Blacknell shares his raw, honest journey from working-class Philadelphia to finding stability through simple zazen practice. Trained in Soto Zen instruction, Mark now guides seniors, inmates, and youth with a no-jargon, trauma-informed approach: balanced posture, staring at a wall, and raw acceptance. Discover why "balance, balance, balance" is his three-word definition of yoga, how meditation becomes a teacher without expectations, and why trusting the practice—not the teacher—is the key to nervous system regulation and sustainable wellbeing.

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

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]]> 00:05:24 <![CDATA[Yoga, Creativity & Nervous System Regulation | Rubina Chadha | YogaScussion]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2370207 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-creativity-nervous-system-regulation-with-rubina-chadha-yoga-scussion-ep-12 In this YogaScussion, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman engage with Rubina Chadha, a trauma-informed educator and mindfulness expert. Rubina shares her journey into yoga and mindfulness, discussing the importance of breathwork, the challenges faced in the creative industry, and the significance of creating safe spaces for emotional release. The conversation delves into the personal hurdles Rubina encountered while developing her business, Inner Design, and how her cultural background influenced her yoga practice. The episode emphasizes the need for awareness, the integration of yoga into daily life, and the transformative power of mindfulness.

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."

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]]> full 12 false In this YogaScussion, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman engage with Rubina Chadha, a trauma-informed educator and mindfulness expert. Rubina shares her journey into yoga and mindfulness, discussing the importance of breathwork, the challenges faced in the creative industry, and the significance of creating safe spaces for emotional release. The conversation delves into the personal hurdles Rubina encountered while developing her business, Inner Design, and how her cultural background influenced her yoga practice. The episode emphasizes the need for awareness, the integration of yoga into daily life, and the transformative power of mindfulness.

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."

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

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]]> 00:56:05 <![CDATA[Yoga & the Inner Design Breathing Method | Rubina Chadha]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2370206 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/the-inner-design-breathing-method-with-rubina-chadha-yoga-scussion-preview In the next episode of YogaScussion, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman engage with Rubina Chadha, a trauma-informed educator and mindfulness expert. Rubina shares her journey into yoga and mindfulness, discussing the importance of breathwork, the challenges faced in the creative industry, and the significance of creating safe spaces for emotional release. The conversation delves into the personal hurdles Rubina encountered while developing her business, Inner Design, and how her cultural background influenced her yoga practice. The episode emphasizes the need for awareness, the integration of yoga into daily life, and the transformative power of mindfulness.

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.

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Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - How to Choose the Right Time for Breath Work

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]]> full false In the next episode of YogaScussion, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman engage with Rubina Chadha, a trauma-informed educator and mindfulness expert. Rubina shares her journey into yoga and mindfulness, discussing the importance of breathwork, the challenges faced in the creative industry, and the significance of creating safe spaces for emotional release. The conversation delves into the personal hurdles Rubina encountered while developing her business, Inner Design, and how her cultural background influenced her yoga practice. The episode emphasizes the need for awareness, the integration of yoga into daily life, and the transformative power of mindfulness.

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.

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

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]]> 00:05:47 <![CDATA[Yoga, Ayurveda & Emotional Balance | Sophie Malahieude]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2366367 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-ayurveda-emotional-balance-with-sophie-malahieude-yoga-scussion-ep-11 In this YogaScussion, Sophie Malahieude shares her 28-year yoga journey from rejection by her first teacher to discovering home in embodied practice. A life coach for midlife women, she bridges yoga, Ayurveda, and emotional intelligence—teaching how to trust the body over intellect, rebalance through awareness, and transform emotions from obstacles into messengers. Sophie discusses her new book Beyond Emotions, inherited trauma, ego versus intellect, and why yoga is ultimately about coming back home.

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness
  • (00:00:45) - Gina Yoga: Beyond Emotions
  • (00:02:08) - Sophie's yoga story
  • (00:05:55) - Trust the Body Over the Mind
  • (00:11:15) - Understanding the emotion in yoga
  • (00:18:31) - On Grief and Emotional Intelligence
  • (00:24:35) - How to Manage Anger
  • (00:29:03) - Why I get angry in yoga
  • (00:34:35) - A message of interconnectedness in yoga
  • (00:39:31) - Q1, Quantum Entanglement
  • (00:42:12) - The Ego and Our Future
  • (00:48:10) - Yoga's sister: Ayurveda
  • (00:54:04) - Beyond Emotions, Book Review
  • (00:59:57) - How to Describe Yoga in 3 Words

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]]> full 11 false In this YogaScussion, Sophie Malahieude shares her 28-year yoga journey from rejection by her first teacher to discovering home in embodied practice. A life coach for midlife women, she bridges yoga, Ayurveda, and emotional intelligence—teaching how to trust the body over intellect, rebalance through awareness, and transform emotions from obstacles into messengers. Sophie discusses her new book Beyond Emotions, inherited trauma, ego versus intellect, and why yoga is ultimately about coming back home.

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]]> 01:01:40 <![CDATA[Yoga & Ayurveda: Elements for Inner Peace | Sophie Malahieude]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2366339 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/ayurveda-yoga-balancing-elements-for-inner-peace-w-sophie-malahieude-yoga-scussion Sophie Malahieude shares her 28-year yoga journey from rejection by her first teacher to discovering home in embodied practice. A life coach for midlife women, she bridges yoga, Ayurveda, and emotional intelligence—teaching how to trust the body over intellect, rebalance through awareness, and transform emotions from obstacles into messengers. Sophie discusses her new book Beyond Emotions, inherited trauma, ego versus intellect, and why yoga is ultimately about coming back home.

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]]> full false Sophie Malahieude shares her 28-year yoga journey from rejection by her first teacher to discovering home in embodied practice. A life coach for midlife women, she bridges yoga, Ayurveda, and emotional intelligence—teaching how to trust the body over intellect, rebalance through awareness, and transform emotions from obstacles into messengers. Sophie discusses her new book Beyond Emotions, inherited trauma, ego versus intellect, and why yoga is ultimately about coming back home.

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]]> 00:04:45 <![CDATA[Amplified Yoga & Kundalini Energy | Donovan McGrath]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2362277 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/amplified-yoga-kundalini-energy-with-donovan-mcgrath-yoga-scussion-ep-10 In this engaging YogaScussion, Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the evolution of yoga, particularly focusing on Amplified Yoga with Donovan McGrath. They discuss Donovan's journey from traditional yoga practices to creating a unique blend of yoga and music, emphasizing the importance of community, joy, and spiritual connection. The dialogue also touches on the cultural context of yoga, the challenges of navigating personal beliefs, and the transformative power of Kundalini energy in today's world. In this conversation, Donovan McGrath explores the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga, emphasizing the importance of connection, love, and vulnerability in our lives. He discusses how modern distractions can numb our experiences and how yoga can help us reconnect with our divine essence. The dialogue delves into the science of consciousness, the nature of existence, and the significance of community and self-acceptance. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the need for compassion and the potential for personal and collective growth through mindful practices.

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.

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is Stillness and Power
  • (00:00:46) - Donovan McGrath
  • (00:04:32) - How Kundalini Yoga Came to Amplified Yoga
  • (00:08:57) - When Authenticated Yoga Came to Hollywood
  • (00:10:27) - The Power of Music Festivals
  • (00:14:22) - What Is It About Amplified Yoga?
  • (00:20:00) - Spotify DJs on the Dance Floor
  • (00:20:30) - Kundalini Yoga: Is It a Religion?
  • (00:26:48) - Teaching meditation to non-Christians
  • (00:28:04) - What Do Kundalini Yoga Can Do For People in These Times
  • (00:34:51) - Where Does Consciousness Come From?
  • (00:38:35) - "A Deep Desire for Divinity"
  • (00:43:57) - The Power of Quiet Moments During Yoga
  • (00:48:07) - Kundalini Meditation: Giving Love to Yourself
  • (00:51:29) - Gina Atwood on Community
  • (00:57:50) - On The Future of Yoga
  • (01:03:31) - A message from the heart
  • (01:04:27) - The Yoga Discussion

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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.

]]> full 10 false In this engaging YogaScussion, Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the evolution of yoga, particularly focusing on Amplified Yoga with Donovan McGrath. They discuss Donovan's journey from traditional yoga practices to creating a unique blend of yoga and music, emphasizing the importance of community, joy, and spiritual connection. The dialogue also touches on the cultural context of yoga, the challenges of navigating personal beliefs, and the transformative power of Kundalini energy in today's world. In this conversation, Donovan McGrath explores the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga, emphasizing the importance of connection, love, and vulnerability in our lives. He discusses how modern distractions can numb our experiences and how yoga can help us reconnect with our divine essence. The dialogue delves into the science of consciousness, the nature of existence, and the significance of community and self-acceptance. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the need for compassion and the potential for personal and collective growth through mindful practices.

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.

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]]> 01:06:19 <![CDATA[Yoga & Kundalini: The Birth of Amplified | Donovan McGrath]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2362213 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/the-birth-of-amplified-yoga-with-donovan-mcgrath-yoga-scussion-preview In this engaging conversation, Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the evolution of yoga, particularly focusing on Amplified Yoga with Donovan McGrath. They discuss Donovan's journey from traditional yoga practices to creating a unique blend of yoga and music, emphasizing the importance of community, joy, and spiritual connection. The dialogue also touches on the cultural context of yoga, the challenges of navigating personal beliefs, and the transformative power of Kundalini energy in today's world. In this conversation, Donovan McGrath explores the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga, emphasizing the importance of connection, love, and vulnerability in our lives. He discusses how modern distractions can numb our experiences and how yoga can help us reconnect with our divine essence. The dialogue delves into the science of consciousness, the nature of existence, and the significance of community and self-acceptance. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the need for compassion and the potential for personal and collective growth through mindful practices.

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, n...

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Kundalini Yoga and the Music

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]]> full false In this engaging conversation, Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman explore the evolution of yoga, particularly focusing on Amplified Yoga with Donovan McGrath. They discuss Donovan's journey from traditional yoga practices to creating a unique blend of yoga and music, emphasizing the importance of community, joy, and spiritual connection. The dialogue also touches on the cultural context of yoga, the challenges of navigating personal beliefs, and the transformative power of Kundalini energy in today's world. In this conversation, Donovan McGrath explores the transformative power of Kundalini Yoga, emphasizing the importance of connection, love, and vulnerability in our lives. He discusses how modern distractions can numb our experiences and how yoga can help us reconnect with our divine essence. The dialogue delves into the science of consciousness, the nature of existence, and the significance of community and self-acceptance. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the need for compassion and the potential for personal and collective growth through mindful practices.

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.

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]]> 00:05:32 <![CDATA[Yoga Therapy & Ayurgenomics | Yogacharya Nilachal Padmashanti]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2361045 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/ayurgenomics-yoga-therapy-with-yogacharya-nilachal-padmashanti-yoga-scussion-ep-9 In this YogaScussion, Yogacharya Nilachal Padmasanti shares his journey into yoga, discussing its evolution as a profession in India, the integration of yoga therapy into medical settings, and the concept of Ayurgenomics for personalized yoga therapy. He addresses the challenges of cultural appropriation in yoga and reflects on the profound personal impact of yoga in his life. The discussion emphasizes the holistic nature of yoga, its role in health and wellness, and the importance of maintaining its traditional roots while adapting to modern practices. We also learn that yoga and Spider-Man may have something in common.

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - Yoga is stillness, flow and meditation
  • (00:00:45) - Yoga Scussion
  • (00:02:18) - Gina's Story
  • (00:07:49) - Do you have a profession in yoga in India?
  • (00:15:44) - The traditions of yoga
  • (00:18:34) - Ayurvedic Body Genomics
  • (00:19:58) - Body Composition in Ayurveda
  • (00:29:18) - Ayurveda and the Personalization of Medicine
  • (00:31:33) - The Integrative Medicine
  • (00:37:06) - What is Health in Ayurveda?
  • (00:40:57) - Neela Gupta on Eastern Medicine
  • (00:41:33) - The holistic approach of Yoga Therapy
  • (00:46:46) - How Ayurveda, Homeopathy can be integrated in Yoga
  • (00:51:54) - Yoga as a therapy
  • (00:54:47) - on Yoga and Cultural Misappropriation
  • (01:02:01) - What are the duties of being in yoga?
  • (01:04:11) - What is Yoga for You?
  • (01:08:46) - The Bondages of Raga Dwesha

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]]> full 9 false In this YogaScussion, Yogacharya Nilachal Padmasanti shares his journey into yoga, discussing its evolution as a profession in India, the integration of yoga therapy into medical settings, and the concept of Ayurgenomics for personalized yoga therapy. He addresses the challenges of cultural appropriation in yoga and reflects on the profound personal impact of yoga in his life. The discussion emphasizes the holistic nature of yoga, its role in health and wellness, and the importance of maintaining its traditional roots while adapting to modern practices. We also learn that yoga and Spider-Man may have something in common.

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

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]]> 01:14:18 <![CDATA[Yoga: True Purpose & Responsibility | Yogacharya Nilachal Padmashanti]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2361034 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/ayurgenomics-yoga-therapy-with-yogacharya-nilachal-padmashanti-yoga-scussion-preview In this Yoga Scussion preview episode of the foreengaging conversation, Yogacharya Nilachal Padmasanti shares his journey into yoga, discussing its evolution as a profession in India, the integration of yoga therapy into medical settings, and the concept of Ayurgenomics for personalized yoga therapy. He addresses the challenges of cultural appropriation in yoga and reflects on the profound personal impact of yoga in his life. The discussion emphasizes the holistic nature of yoga, its role in health and wellness, and the importance of maintaining its traditional roots while adapting to modern practices. We also learn that yoga and Spider-Man may have something in common.

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

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]]> full false In this Yoga Scussion preview episode of the foreengaging conversation, Yogacharya Nilachal Padmasanti shares his journey into yoga, discussing its evolution as a profession in India, the integration of yoga therapy into medical settings, and the concept of Ayurgenomics for personalized yoga therapy. He addresses the challenges of cultural appropriation in yoga and reflects on the profound personal impact of yoga in his life. The discussion emphasizes the holistic nature of yoga, its role in health and wellness, and the importance of maintaining its traditional roots while adapting to modern practices. We also learn that yoga and Spider-Man may have something in common.

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

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]]> 00:06:25 <![CDATA[Yoga Culture: Spiritual Discipline as Way of Life | Bhanu Vishwanath]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2332529 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/discipline-as-way-of-life-with-bhanu-vishwanath-yoga-scussion-ep-8 In this YogaScussion, Bhanu Vishwanath shares her lifelong yoga journey from Pondicherry to the West, exploring the five koshas, Eastern versus Western approaches to practice, the vital role of guru and sangha, and how food shapes consciousness. A luminous conversation on detachment, karma, community, and finding balance between family duty and spiritual seeking.

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

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]]> full 8 false In this YogaScussion, Bhanu Vishwanath shares her lifelong yoga journey from Pondicherry to the West, exploring the five koshas, Eastern versus Western approaches to practice, the vital role of guru and sangha, and how food shapes consciousness. A luminous conversation on detachment, karma, community, and finding balance between family duty and spiritual seeking.

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

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]]> 01:08:52 <![CDATA[Yoga Community & Balancing Solitude | Bhanu Vishwanath]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2332531 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-scussion-preview-discipline-as-way-of-life-with-bhanu-vishwanath In this Yoga Scussion preview, Bhanu Vishwanath shares her thoughts on balancing solitude with community with one's yoga practice. The full episode releases February 25th, 2026.

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The importance of solitude

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]]> full false In this Yoga Scussion preview, Bhanu Vishwanath shares her thoughts on balancing solitude with community with one's yoga practice. The full episode releases February 25th, 2026.

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

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]]> 00:05:41 <![CDATA[Exploring Yoga's Eight Limbs | Pavithra & Ananya Raja]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2302253 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/young-wisdom-sisters-explore-the-eight-limbs-of-yoga-yoga-scussion-ep-7 In this YogaScussion, Sisters Pavithra (15) and Ananya (12) Raja bring youthful wisdom to exploring yoga's eight limbs. After showing their parents they could do poses better, they joined an intergenerational class led by 85-year-old Guruji who practices on hard floors without a mat. From Bharatanatyam dance to Balavihar studies, these young practitioners reveal how yoga helps with menstrual pain, test anxiety, and anger management. Through honest conversations about balance, concentration, and finding calmness, they demonstrate that ancient wisdom isn't just for adults—it's accessible medicine for navigating modern life's challenges while maintaining flexibility, focus, and inner peace.

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

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]]> full 7 false In this YogaScussion, Sisters Pavithra (15) and Ananya (12) Raja bring youthful wisdom to exploring yoga's eight limbs. After showing their parents they could do poses better, they joined an intergenerational class led by 85-year-old Guruji who practices on hard floors without a mat. From Bharatanatyam dance to Balavihar studies, these young practitioners reveal how yoga helps with menstrual pain, test anxiety, and anger management. Through honest conversations about balance, concentration, and finding calmness, they demonstrate that ancient wisdom isn't just for adults—it's accessible medicine for navigating modern life's challenges while maintaining flexibility, focus, and inner peace.

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

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]]> 00:52:26 <![CDATA[Yoga & Meditation: A Gateway to Pure Bliss | Pavithra & Ananya Raja]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2302258 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yoga-scussion-preview-young-wisdom-sisters-explore-the-eight-limbs-of-yoga-yoga-scussion In this Yoga Scussion preview Sisters Pavithra (15) and Ananya (12) Raja bring youthful wisdom to exploring yoga's eight limbs. After showing their parents they could do poses better, they joined an intergenerational class led by 85-year-old Guruji who practices on hard floors without a mat. From Bharatanatyam dance to Balavihar studies, these young practitioners reveal how yoga helps with menstrual pain, test anxiety, and anger management. Through honest conversations about balance, concentration, and finding calmness, they demonstrate that ancient wisdom isn't just for adults—it's accessible medicine for navigating modern life's challenges while maintaining flexibility, focus, and inner peace.

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

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]]> full false In this Yoga Scussion preview Sisters Pavithra (15) and Ananya (12) Raja bring youthful wisdom to exploring yoga's eight limbs. After showing their parents they could do poses better, they joined an intergenerational class led by 85-year-old Guruji who practices on hard floors without a mat. From Bharatanatyam dance to Balavihar studies, these young practitioners reveal how yoga helps with menstrual pain, test anxiety, and anger management. Through honest conversations about balance, concentration, and finding calmness, they demonstrate that ancient wisdom isn't just for adults—it's accessible medicine for navigating modern life's challenges while maintaining flexibility, focus, and inner peace.

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

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]]> 00:03:17 <![CDATA[Is Western Yoga Dead? Embodiment & Energy Work | Meghan Lucas]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2280719 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/xxxxxxx-yogascussion-ep-6 In this episode of YogaScussion Master Pilates instructor and intuitive guide Meghan Lucas joins Brendon and Gina for a profound exploration of yoga's commodification, the rise of Pilates, embodiment versus escapism, and the courage required to be fully human. This conversation challenges assumptions about alignment, purity, and what yoga truly means in the modern West.

Topics: 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

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]]> full 6 false In this episode of YogaScussion Master Pilates instructor and intuitive guide Meghan Lucas joins Brendon and Gina for a profound exploration of yoga's commodification, the rise of Pilates, embodiment versus escapism, and the courage required to be fully human. This conversation challenges assumptions about alignment, purity, and what yoga truly means in the modern West.

Topics: 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

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]]> 01:07:57 <![CDATA[Yoga: A Multi-faceted Path | Meghan Lucas]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2280693 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-preview-xxxxx-with-meghan-lucas In this YogaScussion preview. Master Pilates instructor and intuitive guide Meghan Lucas joins Brendon and Gina for a profound exploration of yoga's commodification, the rise of Pilates, embodiment versus escapism, and the courage required to be fully human. This conversation challenges assumptions about alignment, purity, and what yoga truly means in the modern West. Full episode releases next week.

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

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]]> full false In this YogaScussion preview. Master Pilates instructor and intuitive guide Meghan Lucas joins Brendon and Gina for a profound exploration of yoga's commodification, the rise of Pilates, embodiment versus escapism, and the courage required to be fully human. This conversation challenges assumptions about alignment, purity, and what yoga truly means in the modern West. Full episode releases next week.

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

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]]> 00:03:46 <![CDATA[Yoga as Portal: A Practice to Become | Jill Lovato]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2267469 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/a-practice-to-become-yoga-as-portal-with-jill-lovato-yogascussion-ep-5 In this episode of YogaScussion, Jill Lovato, managing owner of Blossom Yoga in Cheyenne, Wyoming, describes yoga as "a practice to become"—stripping away expectations, labels, and protective layers to step into who we truly are. With backgrounds in zoology and physiology, she brings scientific curiosity to ancient practices, teaching students to "fly their own planes" through intuitive self-regulation. From reading the room energetically to using Ayurvedic principles, Jill creates wholehearted practices that invite connection over perfection. Her philosophy: evolution happens whether we notice or not, but becoming requires presence and availability to the sacred unfolding beneath our striving.

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - A Beginner's Yoga Scushion
  • (00:00:58) - Interviewing Yoga Teacher Jill Lovato
  • (00:01:43) - A 10 Year Meeting at Blossom Yoga
  • (00:03:31) - The Process of Becoming
  • (00:08:53) - In the Elevator With Yoga Students
  • (00:11:53) - How Did You Get Started in Yoga?
  • (00:16:45) - Teaching Yoga in Southeast Wyoming
  • (00:21:48) - On the Empathy of Yoga
  • (00:24:24) - How Do You Teach Yoga in the World?
  • (00:28:43) - Blossom Yoga Studio
  • (00:30:23) - Do Your Kids Practice Yoga?
  • (00:34:25) - What Do Parents Teach Their Kids About the World?
  • (00:37:53) - How to Lead With Warm Hearted Practice
  • (00:44:01) - Asana and the ego barrier
  • (00:45:40) - What Do You Do For Yoga?
  • (00:48:44) - Gemini on Writing
  • (00:51:08) - What Is Yoga To You? (3 Words)

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]]> full 5 false In this episode of YogaScussion, Jill Lovato, managing owner of Blossom Yoga in Cheyenne, Wyoming, describes yoga as "a practice to become"—stripping away expectations, labels, and protective layers to step into who we truly are. With backgrounds in zoology and physiology, she brings scientific curiosity to ancient practices, teaching students to "fly their own planes" through intuitive self-regulation. From reading the room energetically to using Ayurvedic principles, Jill creates wholehearted practices that invite connection over perfection. Her philosophy: evolution happens whether we notice or not, but becoming requires presence and availability to the sacred unfolding beneath our striving.

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

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]]> 00:56:16 <![CDATA[Yoga: Fly Your Own Plane | Jill Lovato]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2264964 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-preview-a-practice-to-become-yoga-as-portal-with-jill-lovato Jill Lovato, managing owner of Blossom Yoga in Cheyenne, Wyoming, describes yoga as "a practice to become"—stripping away expectations, labels, and protective layers to step into who we truly are. In this Yogascussion Preview, Jill talks with Gina and Brendon about how her goal being to help others fly their own yoga planes. The full episode releases next Wednesday.

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

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]]> full false Jill Lovato, managing owner of Blossom Yoga in Cheyenne, Wyoming, describes yoga as "a practice to become"—stripping away expectations, labels, and protective layers to step into who we truly are. In this Yogascussion Preview, Jill talks with Gina and Brendon about how her goal being to help others fly their own yoga planes. The full episode releases next Wednesday.

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

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]]> 00:02:53 <![CDATA[Yoga in Pondicherry & Kansas City | Meenakshi Vishwanath | YogaScussion]]> Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2262558 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/from-pondicherry-to-kansas-city-an-on-again-off-again-yogis-journey-with-meenakshi-vishwanath-y In this episode of YogaScussion, Dr. Meenakshi Vishwanath talks to hosts Gina and Brendon about how she grew up in India with yoga woven through her family—a grandfather who practiced headstands before court cases, a mother exploring holistic wellness decades early. Yet she describes herself as an "on-again, off-again" yogi, never quite appreciating what was always there. Training at Yoganjali Natyalayam in Pondicherry, surviving dental school's demands, navigating deep depression after moving to the U.S., and eventually meeting her husband Brendon in a yoga class she tried to avoid—Meena's journey reveals the difference between inheriting a practice and truly choosing it for yourself.

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

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]]> full 4 false In this episode of YogaScussion, Dr. Meenakshi Vishwanath talks to hosts Gina and Brendon about how she grew up in India with yoga woven through her family—a grandfather who practiced headstands before court cases, a mother exploring holistic wellness decades early. Yet she describes herself as an "on-again, off-again" yogi, never quite appreciating what was always there. Training at Yoganjali Natyalayam in Pondicherry, surviving dental school's demands, navigating deep depression after moving to the U.S., and eventually meeting her husband Brendon in a yoga class she tried to avoid—Meena's journey reveals the difference between inheriting a practice and truly choosing it for yourself.

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

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]]> 00:53:58 <![CDATA[Yoga in the U.S.: A New Perspective | Meenakshi Vishwanath]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2262293 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-preview-meenakshi-vishwanath In this preview of next week's YogaScussion, Meenakshi Vishwanath discusses how yoga can be different and similar in the United States and India. Tune in next Wednesday for the full episode.

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.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Comparison of US and Indian Yoga

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]]> full false In this preview of next week's YogaScussion, Meenakshi Vishwanath discusses how yoga can be different and similar in the United States and India. Tune in next Wednesday for the full episode.

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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]]> 00:04:49 <![CDATA[From the Yoga Mat to Mediation | Casey Karges]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2238986 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/from-the-mat-to-mediation-with-casey-karges-yogascussion-episode-3 In this episode of YogaScussion, we hear from Casey Karges who walked into yoga unable to touch his knees. A runner, golfer, and self-described "intense" person, he discovered something unexpected: the connection between breath, mind, and body that transforms both personal practice and professional life. As director of a mediation center handling high-conflict situations including domestic violence cases, Casey applies yoga principles daily—breathing techniques, presence, creating safe space. After years of Ashtanga practice, he's learned that yoga isn't about perfecting poses but finding peace within challenge. His three words for yoga: breath, mind, peace.

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

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]]> full 3 false In this episode of YogaScussion, we hear from Casey Karges who walked into yoga unable to touch his knees. A runner, golfer, and self-described "intense" person, he discovered something unexpected: the connection between breath, mind, and body that transforms both personal practice and professional life. As director of a mediation center handling high-conflict situations including domestic violence cases, Casey applies yoga principles daily—breathing techniques, presence, creating safe space. After years of Ashtanga practice, he's learned that yoga isn't about perfecting poses but finding peace within challenge. His three words for yoga: breath, mind, peace.

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

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]]> 00:41:55 <![CDATA[Yoga: A Path to Peace Mediation | Casey Karges]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2238952 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-preview-from-the-mat-to-mediation-with-casey-karges In this YogaScussion Preview, Mediation Center Executive Director Casey Karges talks to Gina and Brendon how a yoga practice can help one value the wants, needs and interests of the other towards a process of peace finding and making. Full episode releases December 17th. 

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

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]]> full false In this YogaScussion Preview, Mediation Center Executive Director Casey Karges talks to Gina and Brendon how a yoga practice can help one value the wants, needs and interests of the other towards a process of peace finding and making. Full episode releases December 17th. 

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

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]]> 00:03:05 <![CDATA[Ashtanga Yoga & Wedding Photos: Calm in Chaos | Jeri Winkelmann]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2234061 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/from-wedding-photos-to-ashtanga-finding-calm-in-chaos-with-jeri-winkelmann-yogascussion-ep-2 In this episode of YogaScussion, airport executive Jeri Winkelmann came to yoga five years ago for the "wrong" reasons—wanting to look good in wedding photos. What she found was Ashtanga's challenging, repetitive practice that reminded her of ballet, a practice that's made her calmer, more focused, less anxious, and "a better human." Commuting an hour from Omaha to Lincoln even in winter, practicing with her schnauzer George, and being "the calming presence" in crisis situations at work, Jeri shares honest truths: down dog isn't rest, 10-minute practices count, and yoga is "life, connection, health."

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

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]]> full 2 false In this episode of YogaScussion, airport executive Jeri Winkelmann came to yoga five years ago for the "wrong" reasons—wanting to look good in wedding photos. What she found was Ashtanga's challenging, repetitive practice that reminded her of ballet, a practice that's made her calmer, more focused, less anxious, and "a better human." Commuting an hour from Omaha to Lincoln even in winter, practicing with her schnauzer George, and being "the calming presence" in crisis situations at work, Jeri shares honest truths: down dog isn't rest, 10-minute practices count, and yoga is "life, connection, health."

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

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]]> 00:44:42 <![CDATA[Yoga: A Path to Body Confidence | Jeri Winkelmann]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2233663 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-preview-from-wedding-photos-to-ashtanga-finding-calm-in-chaos Airport executive Jeri Winkelmann came to yoga five years ago for the "wrong" reasons—wanting to look good in wedding photos. What she found was Ashtanga's challenging, repetitive practice that reminded her of ballet, a practice that's made her calmer, more focused, less anxious, and "a better human." Commuting an hour from Omaha to Lincoln even in winter, practicing with her schnauzer George, and being "the calming presence" in crisis situations at work, Jeri shares honest truths: down dog isn't rest, 10-minute practices count, and yoga is "life, connection, health."

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

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Ashtanga Yoga's Growing Authenticity

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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

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]]> 00:04:03 <![CDATA[Welcome to YogaScussion: The Yoga Talk Podcast | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2217483 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/welcome-to-yogascussion-with-brendon-orr-and-gina-clingerman-yogascussion-ep-1 Gina and Brendon participate in the first YogaScussion where they touch on how they met, what brought them to yoga, the role it has played in their lives, the evolution of their practices, the cultural appropriation of yoga, the role of yoga in spirituality, mental health, and the benefits of this ancient system from India.

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.

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - First episode of Yoga Scussion
  • (00:01:38) - Mentors to Teachers: How We Met
  • (00:05:55) - Ron Frost on His First Yoga Class
  • (00:09:55) - A New Year's Yoga Class For Men
  • (00:14:02) - What Keeps Bringing You Back to Yoga
  • (00:19:13) - What Does Yoga Mean to You?
  • (00:24:19) - How Has Your Yoga Practice Changed Over Time?
  • (00:29:00) - How to Keep Your Yoga Practice Organized
  • (00:36:58) - "Yoga Is the Best Tool for Evolution"
  • (00:40:44) - In the Elevator With Yoga
  • (00:43:23) - In the Elevator With Emily Brown
  • (00:45:56) - The Two Wolves Inside My Yoga Teacher Training
  • (00:49:29) - How the darkness of my practice informed my teaching
  • (00:54:56) - on Yoga's Light and Darkness
  • (00:57:53) - Why Do You Keep Teaching Yoga?
  • (01:01:01) - on The Roots of Yoga
  • (01:05:28) - How Yoga Made Me a Better Person
  • (01:10:27) - On Yoga and Mental Health
  • (01:12:04) - How Yoga Has Evolved
  • (01:18:11) - Gina's Elevator Pitch
  • (01:24:43) - The First Yoga Scussion

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]]> full 1 false Gina and Brendon participate in the first YogaScussion where they touch on how they met, what brought them to yoga, the role it has played in their lives, the evolution of their practices, the cultural appropriation of yoga, the role of yoga in spirituality, mental health, and the benefits of this ancient system from India.

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.

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]]> 01:27:28 <![CDATA[Yoga: A Holistic Path to the Spiritual Summit | YogaScussion Trailer 2]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2210224 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-trailer-2-a-path-to-self-discovery-yogascussion in this YogaScussion trailer, Gina asks Brendon if he thinks yoga is the best path to develop human consciousnes and Brendon asks Gina about how she came to yoga.

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]]> 00:05:12 <![CDATA[Yoga: A Path to Self-Discovery | YogaScussion Trailer 1]]> Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:08:06 +0000 Podmasana Media | Brendon Orr & Gina Clingerman https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/67776/episode/2210219 https://yogascussion.castos.com/episodes/yogascussion-trailer-1-a-path-to-self-discovery In this YogaScussion trailer, Brendon asks Gina if yoga has made her a better person or if she would be the same without her practice.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - How yoga has contributed to becoming a better person

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