The Better Yoga Podcast
Episodes
PCOS Through the Lens of Ayurveda: Dr. Asmita Itkarkar
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Kari Harendorf welcomes Dr. Ismita Itkarkar, an Ayurvedic Doctor, to discuss the complex...
Ayurveda for Weight Loss
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most weight loss strategies ignore the powerful connection between your stress levels, hormonal balance, and body’s self-protection mechanism — Ka...
Breathing for Running with David 'Jacko' Jackson
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Tiger Bye welcomes Jacko, a former professional rugby player and master of the Oxygen Advantage breat...
Mind-Body Practices for Healing Trauma: Abbe Straw
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Tiger Bye welcomes Abby Straw, a licensed independent social worker and Co-Executive Director of the nonpr...
Faith and Fear are the Same: Ben Kalra
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Kari Herendorf speaks with yoga teacher Ben Kalra about the evolution of yoga practice, the importanc...
Scoliosis 101: Dr. Meghan Teed
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Meghan Teed discusses the the basics of scoliosis and how to care for the condition. She then delves into the complexities o...
Q&A: Ayurveda for Better Digestion
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kari Harendorf answers questions and explores the principles of Ayurveda and how they relate to yoga and digestive health. She discus...
Vata Season Survival Guide
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Kari and Larissa explore the transition into Vata season, discussing the importance of balancing practices...
Where Is Your Tongue? Perrin White: Breathing Expert & Orofacial Myologist
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Tiger Bye speaks with Perrin White, a Speech Language Pathologist, Orofacial Myologist, and breath coach, ...
Breath and Gravity Are Always Free: Dages Juvelier Keates
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Kari Harendorf interviews Dages Juvelier Keates, a senior Katonah Yoga® teacher, writer, and somatic...
Q&A: How to Condense the Practice; Ayurveda for Longevity; Restorative Backbends
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Kari answers questions addressing various aspects of yoga practice, self-care, and Ayurveda. She discusses...
The Ever-Evolving Practice: A Conversation with Josie Schweitzer
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Tiger interviews Josie Schweitzer, an innovative Senior Katonah Yoga® teacher. They discuss Josie's ...
Pitta Balancing for Summer
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Kari Herendorf and Larissa Hall Carlson discuss Pitta dosha and how to manage it during the summer season....
The Intersection of Psychology and Breathwork: Dr. Alessandro Romagnoli
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Tiger engages in a deep conversation with Alessandro Romagnoli, a doctor of psychotherapy and sports psych...
Ayurveda: Personalized Healing for Autoimmune Diseases and More
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Kari Harendorf speaks with Dr. Asavari Mamavikar, a Doctor of Ayurveda, about the increasing prevalen...
Breathwork Is a Lifestyle Choice: Chuck McGee III, Master Breathing Instructor
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, host Tiger Bye speaks with Chuck McGee III, a type one diabetic and traumatic brain injury survivor, about...
Cultivating a Home Practice: Abbie Galvin, Owner of The Studio in NYC
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Abbie Galvin shares her journey from a culturally Jewish upbringing to her exploration of various spiritual practices, ultimatel...
Practical Ayurveda, Simple Tools for Everyday Life: Larissa Hall Carlson, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Trailblazer
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Kari Harendorf and Larissa Hall Carlson delve into the intricate relationship between Ayurveda and yoga. T...
The Science Behind Breath and Mental Health: Patrick McKeown, Founder of Oxygen Advantage®
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Tiger Bye interviews Patrick McKeown, a leading expert in breathing techniques and the creator of the Oxyg...
Everything Is Open Source: Nevine Michaan, Founder of Katonah Yoga®
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Kari Harendorf interviews Nevine Michaan, the founder of the Katonah Yoga® method. They discuss the trans...
Introducing the Better Yoga Podcast
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Better Yoga Podcast, your go-to space for exploring the transformative power of yoga, breathwork, and Ayurveda. Through engaging conver...