Parhaat Samsara Podcastit (2024)

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S2, Ep. 20 Escaping Samsara Bookclub: 'Chakras, Drugs, And Evolution' 2:51:29

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This is our 4th Escaping Samsara Bookclub and we are joined by author and teacher Daniel Simpson to discuss Gregor Meahle's "Chakras, Drugs, and Evolution: A Map of Transformative States." Daniel and I discuss our thoughts on Chakras and how they are used in new ways by modern practitioners, our drug experiences and how they affect the spiritual pa…

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S2, Ep. 19 Sex, Rajas, and The Yogic Body as Applied to Women, with Tova Olsson (Episode 2/2) 1:13:59

2M ago1:13:59

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This our final episode in our exploration of sex, bindu, rajas, and Brahmacharya and the second of two episodes looking at female practitioners especially. We are joined by Tova Olsson, a scholar of religion, author, and yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience in education. We discuss: The reproductive model of the yogic body vs Kundalini mod…

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S2, Ep. 18 Sex, Bindu, and The Yogic Body as Applied to Women, with Ruth Westoby (Episode 1/2) 1:04:30

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This is the first of two episodes expanding the previous topic of Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya as it may or may not apply to women. Female practitioners of yoga don't show up in the old texts but there have been many female-specific physical practices through the ages. And who better to explain how to practice with these archaic informati…

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S2, Ep. 17 3/3 Richard Freeman - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (Mini Series) 1:20:08

3M ago1:20:08

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This series has been quite popular. In our climactic (pun intended) episode, we speak to Richard Freeman about sex and Brahmacharya. The context of Brahmacharya within Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga system Specific yoga poses and mudras that move sexual energy The use of mula bandha in using sexual energy to reinvigorate your body and mind How yoga can …

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S2, Ep.16 2/3 Simon Borg Olivier - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (MiniSeries) 1:25:36

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We are happy to welcome back to the podcast Simon Borg-Olivier who has been practicing semen retention for over 30 years. We discuss how semen retention, loving relationships, and mindful sex can enhance health and spiritual practice. From Simon's bio: "I have been studying traditional forms of posture, movement, breathing and mental control for mo…

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S2, Ep.15, 1/3 Tyson Adams - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (Mini Series) 1:09:30

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This is the start of a three-episode exploration into one of yoga’s least understood, but possibly most important topics: Brahmacharya or as we might term it, semen retention. Through loss of semen (bindu), [his] lifespan is diminished and he becomes weak. .... Through constant retention of semen, a fine odour arises in the body of the yogin, (-) s…

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S2, Ep.14 Ayurveda, Yoga, and Daily Life with Amy Landry 1:02:13

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In this episode, we explore the intersection of yoga and Ayurveda with Amy Landry. Amy, a global yoga teacher, mentor, and Ayurvedic practitioner, has shared her wisdom through renowned publications and sold-out retreats. She has focused on integrating Indian wisdom traditions into her daily life and we find out how she manages this balancing act. …

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S2, Ep.13 Eddie Stern on Life After Ashtanga 1:23:51

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In today's episode, we dive into the transformative journey of renowned yoga teacher Eddie Stern. Over the last three years, Eddie has radically altered his approach to practicing asanas, moving away from the Ashtanga practice that defined his teaching to embrace a path of growth and exploration. He embarked on a journey of incorporating new asanas…

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S2, Ep.12 Escaping Samsara Bookclub: 'Near Enemies of the Truth' by Christopher Wallis, with guest Oliver Crossley 1:18:40

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The latest bookclub episode from Escaping Samsara podcast. This time Nathan is joined by Oliver Crossley A.K.A the Yogic Physio (@yogicphysio on Instagram) to discuss Christopher Wallis' book "Near Enemies of the Truth." Join us as we dissect key themes, share reflections, and discuss Wallis' take on watered down spirituality and lame platitudes. W…

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S2, Ep.11 Yogacharya Craig Williams on Yoga, Magick, and Esoteric Badassery 1:18:58

9M ago1:18:58

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One of my favorite episodes so far! In which we discussed many of my favorite subjects: perennialism and blending traditions, issues with exporting Asian traditions to the west, diet, esoteric yoga, and how magick forms an enriching part of both our practices. Our guest is Yogacharya Craig Williams, practitioner of Ayurvedic Medicine, Vedic Science…

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S2, Ep.10 Theravada vs. Mahayana: A Monk's Insight with Ven. Sampanno 1:06:00

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In this enlightening new episode, we delve deep into Buddhism. Join us as we welcome Ven. Sampanno, a long-term Buddhist monk, for an insightful discussion on the differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. In this episode, Ven. Sampanno will shed light on the unique philosophies, practices, and historical contexts of these two major Buddh…

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S2, Ep.9 Bookclub 2: "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle 1:17:31

10M ago1:17:31

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Nathan is joined by Marc Kate and Chad Lott from "Scary Thoughts Podcast" to discuss Eckhart Tolle's "The Power of Now." Unless you've been stuck in a Twitter flame war for the last 20 years, you will know about Tolle's bestselling spiritual treatise. But is it a classic or a self-help rip off? We discuss the book, it's flaws and strengths and come…

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S2, Ep.8 Shandor Remete (Sundernath) - Advanced Yoga Q&A 1:14:05

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Welcome to the realm of real Hatha Yoga, where yogis use the body as a tool to transcend the body. For this episode, we're honored to introduce Shandor Remete, also known as Sundernath, a master practitioner whose life has been steeped in yoga from his earliest days in Hungary. An initiate of the revered Kanpatha Hatha Yogins, Shandor embodies the …

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S2, Ep.7 - Unraveling the Layers: Reading 'Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism' with Ty Landrum 58:22

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Welcome to a special bookclub episode of Escaping Samsara, where we delve into the profound teachings of Chogyam Trungpa's classic, "Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism." In this episode, we're thrilled to host Ty Landrum, an esteemed yoga teacher known for his insightful and deeply rooted understanding of Eastern and Western philosophy. We discu…

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#39 Gregor Maehle - Let's Talk Details. In-depth Q&A Session (ep.2) 1:21:12

1y ago1:21:12

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Lovers of technical yoga talk rejoice! In this extraordinarily geeky interview Gregor sheds light on nuances of pranayama and meditation practices described in great detail in his books. We also talk about his most recent book about the Map of Transformative States and get a glimpse into the upcoming work with a fascinating discussion on mudras. Th…

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S2, Ep.6 Marriage as a Spiritual Practice With Mark Usher 1:08:13

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It’s easy to get caught up in the intellectual debates of spirituality, or spending hours creating exalted states of consciousness, but the actual effects of all this practice are borne out in your everyday life and nowhere is that more apparent then in your intimate relationships. Marriage is an interesting thing from a spiritual perspective. It c…

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S2, Ep.5 David Garrigues - Can Yoga Asana Be a Full Spiritual Path? 1:02:45

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David Garrigues has been practicing Hatha Yoga, specializing in advanced Ashtanga Vinyasa for about 30 years. Few people understand the rigors and challenges of long-term asanas practices as deeply. As a fellow vinyasa enthusiast, and keen meditator, I've long been fascinated by the overlap between the two and how much asana practice can be conside…

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S2, Ep.4 Practice, Pregnancy, and Parenthood with Harmony Slater and Tina Bock 56:21

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This is a companion episode to our "Ashtanga and Fatherhood" episode. We're talking about how yoga practice changes for women after pregnancy and in the years of child-rearing. We talk about the challenges of physical recovery and the requirements of emotional labor. How time is the essential factor, and how we witness time can change everything.…

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S2, Ep.3 From Mysore to a Zen Monastery: Rich Ray on Modern Practice 1:12:49

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Today, we sit down with Rich Ray, a seasoned practitioner of meditation and director of Ashtanga Yoga Portland Maine (and also creator of some dope Instagram visuals @richrayyoga) With over 25 years of Zen and Ashtanga experience, Rich’s commitment to self-discovery and inner peace led him on a transformative path as a resident monk at a silent mon…

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S2, Ep.2 Is Buddhist and Yoga Samadhi the Same? Gregor Maehle and Leigh Brasington. 1:11:48

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In this episode, we try to find out if the yogis and the Buddhists are describing the same thing when they talk about Samadhi. Are the paths aiming at the same experience but using different language to talk about it? Or are there deeper differences? To find out, we host a conversation between Gregor Maehle and Leigh Brasington who practice and tea…

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S2, Ep.1 MC Owens - Comparing Yogic and Buddhist Teachings 1:05:02

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MC Owens is a Buddhist teacher, translator, and author who uses a sutra-based curriculum to teach the history, philosophy, and practices of Buddhism. He has taught in universities, colleges, monasteries, and a variety of unique venues including museums, teahouses and nightclubs. Through Lotus Underground, MC Owens offers courses and private study, …

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#38 - Russell Case: Yoga Raconteur 1:43:32

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A little Ashtanga episode for your ear holes! Nothing I like better than a fine and geeky Ashtanga-based chat and what a privilege to do so with the raconteur himself, Russell Case. Russell has been practicing and teaching Ashtanga yoga for more than 25 years. A humble and refined teacher, he was given Authorization by Pattabhi Jois in 2005. Case i…

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#37 Shaila Catherine on Jhanas and Awakening 1:27:51

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Shaila Catherine is the founder of Insight Meditation South Bay, a meditation group in Silicon Valley, and also Bodhi Courses, an online Buddhist classroom. She has been practicing meditation since 1980, with more than nine years of accumulated silent retreat experience. She has taught since 1996 in the USA, and internationally. Shaila studied with…

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#36 Yoga Anatomy Q&A with Stu Girling 1:10:39

1+ y ago1:10:39

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Stu Girling is a yoga teacher, anatomy expert and author. He runs Love Yoga Anatomy online and on Youtube, and is the author of Illustrated Yoga Anatomy book. Thanks to everyone who sent in questions about yoga, ashtanga, avoiding injury and maintaining healthy bodies. We asked questions such as: How to return to yoga practice after pregnancy? How …

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#35 Ashtanga Yoga and Fatherhood with Mark Robberds, Prem Carlisi and Scott Johnson 1:23:43

1+ y ago1:23:43

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There’s been a lot said and written about the changes female yogis go through when they become mothers. Now, for the first time, we discuss Ashtanga Yoga and fatherhood. Our guests, Mark Robberds, Prem Carlisi, and Scott Johnson have about 80 years of practice and teaching experience between them, close to 100 if you include me. Mark and I are new …

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#34 Ben Goresky - Addiction, Masculinity and Relationship Yoga 1:18:12

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Ben Goresky is a counsellor, coach, and explorer of consciousness. He is involved in addiction recovery and working with men as part of the Samurai Brotherhood. He also teaches counscious relationship training, a modern take on the old yoga of coupling. Show notes Nathan and Ben are both recovered addicts and share deeply about abuse, drug addictio…

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#33 Ash Hope - All Things Ashtanga 1:16:55

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Ash Hope is a Brisbane-based Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga teacher and a student of Nancy Gilgoff. Her fascination about the body’s self-healing abilities led her to study CranioSacral therapy with the Upledger Institute in Singapore. Ash explores the practice of meditation in the Zen tradition and teaches traditional Mysore style classes in her shala in F…

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#32 Michael Taft - Deconstructing Yourself 1:40:16

1+ y ago1:40:16

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Michael W. Taft is a meditation teacher, bestselling author, and the host of Deconstructing Yourself podcast. From Zen temples in Japan to yogi caves in India, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five years and has extensive experience in both Buddhist Vipassana and Hindu Tantric practice. Michael authored several books, including "The Mind…

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#31 Phil Mistlberger - On Osho, Dark Night of the Soul and “Reality Tunnels” 1:35:59

1+ y ago1:35:59

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Phil Mistlberger is an explorer of world's philosophic and esoteric traditions, transpersonal therapist, international seminar and workshop facilitator, and author with over thirty years of experience. Phil has written 7 books looking from different angles on wide variety of teachings and teachers. He has co-founded and founded schools and communit…

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#30 Was Aleister Crowley the First Western Yoga Teacher? With Thomas Van Breda 1:25:32

1+ y ago1:25:32

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Thomas Van Breda is a scholar of religion specialising in the western esoteric tradition. He joins us to discuss notorious occultist Aleister Crowley and his contribution to the evolution of modern yoga. In 1901, Crowley travelled to Sri Lanka and studied what seems to be a mixture of Ashtanga and Shaivite Yoga. When he returned to the UK he starte…

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#29 Maggi Nimmo – Your body is a machine that says ‘yes!’ 1:25:15

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Show Notes Maggi’s artworks especially sacred symbols and geometry What kingons and vedic concepts of gunas have in common Pattabhi Jois and Bikram back in the day A non dual experience slipping into a river How the warrior poses are the same as walking 70s Hairstyles and the subtle body How “The body accepts whatever practice you choose” Different…

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#28 Ty Landrum – Vinyasas of Thought and Postures of Mind 1:33:37

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While his words are often like poetry and his photos stun you with their raw aesthetics, it is that space beyond the form and beyond the mind that Ty invites us to discover and out which his reflections are generously springing from. He is the wizard of most intricate thought castles, the faqir juggling heavy philosophical constructs with lightness…

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#27 Deepa Rao – On Yoga, Meditation and Life in India 1:21:04

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Mumbai-based yoga practitioner and teacher, Deepa Rao shares her experience on Yoga and Meditation with us. Show notes Deepa's first spiritual recollections Amulets, yantras and experience growing up in a Brahmin familiy Goenka's Vipassana, practice and studies, aleviation of the fear of darkness Equanimity and challenges of daily life The story be…

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#26 Swami Jaya Devi – The Breath of Karma 1:17:05

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Swami Jaya Devi Bhagavati is the Founder and Spiritual Director of Kashi Atlanta, a nonprofit urban yoga ashram that has served Atlanta for 21 years. She is an urban yoga monk, working to inspire people to live deeply, loving everyone along the way. Swami has studied yoga, pranayama (yogic breath), meditation, and healing in-depth since 1985. She t…

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#25 Sebene Selassie – You Belong! 1:10:00

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Sebene Selassie is an African American Buddhist teacher. She has been studying Buddhism for 30 years and teaching for 10. She has worked extensively for not-for-profit organisations everywhere from the Tenderloin in San Francisco to refugee camps in Guinea, West Africa. This year, she published her first book via HarperOne titled You Belong: A Call…

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#24 Robert Moses – Exploring the Depth Of Yogic Practices 1:26:51

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Robert Moses has 50 years’ experience as a teacher of yoga and advaita vedanta. Robert served in the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers for 22 years. He is a founder and co-publisher of Namarupa – Categories of Indian thoughts, a magazine about the philosophies and arts of India. He is leading annual pilgrimages to sacred places of India …

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#23 Erik Davis - The Chaos Path 1:13:19

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Dr. Erik Davis is an American writer, scholar, journalist and public speaker whose writings have ranged from rock criticism to cultural analysis to creative explorations of mysticism. Few people are able to talk about the spirituality with a precision and accuracy born of a commitment to always remain open to the Mystery. Erik shares his own path, …

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#22 Leigh Brasington - Deep Dive into Buddhist Meditation (ep.2) 1:03:03

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Leigh has been practicing meditation since 1985. He is the senior American student of the late Ven. Ayya Khema. He began teaching retreats in Europe and North America in 1997, and is the author of the book "Right Concentration - A Practical Guide to the Jhanas". This is first part of our in-depth exploration of different aspects of Buddhist teachin…

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#21 Leigh Brasington - Deep Dive into Buddhist Meditation (ep.1) 1:19:54

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Leigh has been practicing meditation since 1985. He is the senior American student of the late Ven. Ayya Khema. He began teaching retreats in Europe and North America in 1997, and is the author of the book "Right Concentration - A Practical Guide to the Jhanas". This is first part of our in-depth exploration of different aspects of Buddhist teachin…

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#20 Ellen Johannesen - Between Yogic and Buddhist Perspectives 1:18:18

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Norway-born, Kathmandu-based KPJAYI authorised level 2 Ashtanga yoga teacher, co-founder of the first Ashtanga studio In Oslo, buddhist practitioner and scholar of Himalayan languages and Tibetan philology - Ellen Johannesen shares with us her fascinating life story as we change between buddhist and yogic perspectives exploring the path to liberati…

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#19 Forrest Knutson - The Process of Yogic Meditation 1:11:59

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A lover of the ancient and obscure, Forrest Knutson is a yogi householder, writer and meditation teacher. He offers many great video instructions on Kriya Yoga and meditation on his YouTube channel, as well as through his courses and trainings. Show notes Search for Truth, "Hamsa" meditation and first spiritual experience Joining monastic community…

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#18 Mark Robberds & Deepika Mehta - Beyond Sequence 1:13:41

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We are beyond excited to kick off the new year with these 2 beautiful guests - Deepika Mehta and Mark Robberds. Yoga couple, Ashtanga practitioners and movement specialists, teachers and successful Instagramers, humble and curious beings on the spiritual path - which of these labels come close to who they really are? Listen in! Show notes Deepika's…

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#17 Gregor Maehle - Yogic Inquiry. The Science of 8-limbed Yoga (ep. 1) 1:16:24

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We are very happy to present to you this interview with Gregor Maehle that was recorded around a year ago. Gregor's path is a remarkable example of limitless determination to find the Truth. While not attempting to gain popularity and fame his ideas and views can be polarizing, provoking and challenging. He dismisses authorities, hierarchies, guru …

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#16 Harmony Slater - Ashtanga in Practice 1:07:58

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Harmony Slater is Ashtanga Yoga practitioner and teacher based in Calgary, Canada. Her search for meaning led her from ballet dancing to studying philosophy, religion and psychology, travelling to China to learn Buddhist meditation and eventually meeting Sri. K Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India. In this lively conversation we talk about her path and d…

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#15 Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor - Buddhism Meets Yoga in the Heart of Modern Practice, Part 2 1:19:56

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This is a second interview in our two-part special with yoga teachers Mary Taylor and Richard Freeman. In our first conversation we were primarily focusing on different aspects of the Yoga practice. Now in this episode we explore the relationship between Yoga and Buddhism. We look closely at the content of both teachings to understand how they inte…

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#14 Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor - Yogic Musings, Part I 1:35:23

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Our hearts are filled with joy and gratitude, and we are honoured to bring you a very special series of conversations with a yogic couple, who have influenced the world of modern yoga probably more than anyone else. Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor dedicated their lives to practice and study of the spiritual traditions of the East and are sharing th…

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#13 Bhante Panna: Brother on the Path 1:03:20

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Bhante Panna is an American monk living in a forest monestry near Bangkok. He has a popular Instagram (@bronthepath} where he shares his life of contemplation. In this conversation we address monkhood, spiritual powers, communing with nature, ending racism, and liberation. I know you're going to like this one! Show Notes 2.50 Bhante’s spiritual awa…

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#12 Anthony "Prem" Carlisi on Astral Travel, Grief and Gurus 1:11:02

2y ago1:11:02

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Anthony "Prem" Carlisi has been practicing and teaching Ashtanga yoga for over 40 years. He learned directly from Pattabhi Jois in 1978 for several months in Southern California. In 1979, he was amongst the first small group of Western students to study with Jois in his home town of Mysore, India. He is considered one of the American pioneers of As…

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#11 Oliver Crossley from Yogic Physio - Yoga and Injuries - Q&A Session 1:19:57

2y ago1:19:57

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In this episdoe we talk to Oliver Crossley from Yogic Physio. Oliver is a Registered Physiotherapist, Yoga and Meditation Teacher. He is a long-term practitioner of Zen Buddhism, Ashtanga Vinyasa and Vinyasa Krama Yoga in the tradition of Krishnamacharya. He is a passionate proponent of evidence-based rehabilitation and person-centred care and love…

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#10 Rumana Afroze - In The Deluge Of The One 36:44

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The shrine has a mosque-like roof, white as a meringue. People, some in robes, walk in-between evergreen trees laden with jackfruit. It’s the rainy season in Bangladesh and everything is hot and wet. Muhammed Ali fixes us with a calm gaze beneath authoritarian eyebrows. Behind him, a woman sweeps around the grave of saint Lalon Shah and that of his…

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