Yogaland Podcast
Episodes
Will breaking with convention break your back?
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“There’s more than one right.” This is something that Jason says often during his trainings. It applies to many different types of yoga postures...
Nobody likes how they look on Zoom
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jason has recorded hundreds (if not thousands!) of hours of asana and lecture videos in the last few years. And yet, it might surprise you to learn th...
4 Templates for Making Your Sequences More Consistent
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On last week's episode Jason shared why consistency is key when it comes to class planning and sequencing. This week he shares how to actual implement...
4 Yoga Sequencing Challenges (And How to Fix Them)
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to sequencing, there are a few things that trip yoga teachers up time and time again. Jason’s back on the podcast today to talk about ...
Why sequencing is a modern yoga teacher's most important skill
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ninety minutes is a really long time to stand in front of a group and talk, no matter how much you know about the topic! That's why having a clear pla...
Your students are not your brand ambassadors
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you hope to teach your students when you teach yoga? Is it to make shapes with their bodies? How about your teacher trainees -- is it to memor...
The Sutras, Part III - Three Approaches to the Eight Limbs of Yoga
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we return to Patanjali's Yoga Sutra and Jason shares three models for applying the eight-limb path to life -- The Step-by-Step Model, The Integ...
5 years of Yogaland (and counting!)
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe we've been podcasting about yoga for 5 years!? For this special anniversary episode of Yogaland, Jason and I reflect on lessons we’v...
The Neurobiology of Trauma + Yoga with Sarah Kadel
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so happy to have Sarah Kadel on the podcast today. Sarah is an Austin-based yoga teacher who is serving as a mentor teacher in Jason’s online ad...
Yoga, Chai and a Dog
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jason and I are talking with Archna Mohan and Deepak Mohan, the hosts of the wonderful yoga podcast, Yoga, Chai, and a Dog, We touch on some of ...
The Sutras, Part 2: Defining citta, vrittis, and the gunas
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Jason shared the foundational concepts of purusha and prakriti. Go back and listen if you haven't yet! This week, we continue to talk throug...
The Sutras, Part I: Unpacking Purusha and Prakriti
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the first in a series of episodes where Jason shares the underpinnings of Patanjali. Most yoga students have heard their teachers reference P...
Jason shares his six cores of yoga
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Jason shares his approach to the six cores in yoga -- the philosophical core, the traditional hatha yoga core, the respiratory core, the skelet...
The Art of Deep Rest with Tracee Stanley
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I think of today’s guest, Tracee Stanley, as the queen of Yoga Nidra.n this episode, Tracee shares about this the practice of deep rest and why it i...
Body Positivity as a Practice with Amber Karnes
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amber Karnes -- the founder of Body Positive Yoga and the co-creator of the Accessible Yoga Training -- is my guest this week! Amber shares her story ...
The Upsides of Online Teaching with Erin Jorich
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Erin Jorich, a yoga teacher from Minnesota who is also serving as a mentor teacher in Jason’s 300-hour teacher training this year...
Grief, Mr. Rogers, & Holding Space with Adam Hocke
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, my guest is U.K. based teacher, Adam Hocke. Adam -- like Jack Workman in episode 221 -- is serving as a mentor in Jason's current online te...
Tara Stiles on intuitive, unconventional yoga practice and teaching
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m talking to Tara Stiles, co-founder (with her husband Michael Taylor) of Strala Yoga in NYC. We cover a lot in this interview -- from ...
Repurposing Yoga Content - All Teachers Need This Shortcut
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jason and I are talking about something I think every modern yoga teacher needs to embrace: The art of repurposing content! It can fee...
Transformation & Technology with Jack Workman
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! I’m so excited to be back after a long holiday break!Today’s guest is Jack Workman. Jack took Jason’s advanced teacher training ...
Bonus Episode: Teaching Yoga + Mom Life = Possible!
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I have an inspiring story to share with you that I think many of you will relate to.Erin Landsee is a yoga teacher and mom of three who had fin...
On Leadership in Yoga
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Jason and I dive into the topic of leadership in the yoga community. People love their yoga teachers--so much! And while there’s a lot of goo...
Tapping into our resilience
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As the world edges ever close to the one year mark of being in the midst of a pandemic, many of us are feeling weary. This week, Jason and I talk abou...
Bonus Episode: How Farm Yoga Was Born
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After podcasting for four years, I want to feature YOUR voices--people who study with us. Today, I'm sharing a story from listener Elisabeth Brower, a...
Getting Serious about Joy with Bradshaw Wish
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We can all use a little more joy and creativity in our lives right now -- especially after months of teaching and taking online yoga classes. Chicago-...
Our 2020 Gratitude Lists
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're getting into the spirit of Thanksgiving in Yogaland! This week, Jason and I are sharing the things we’re thankful for right now (yes, even in ...
Unity in Yoga & Embracing Yoga's Roots
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest, Susanna Barkataki, is the author of a new book on yoga's history and culture called Embrace Yoga's Roots: Courageous Ways to Deepen You...
Andrea Jain on her new book, "Peace Love Yoga"
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Religious Studies professor Andrea Jain is back on the podcast -- this time to talk to Jason about her new book, "Peace Love Yoga: The Politics of Glo...
Troubleshooting Knee Pain in 3 Families of Poses
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode scratches the surface of how to approach knee pain in yoga poses. Jason talks us through how he approaches knee pain in Pigeon Pose, Brid...
Abby With the Rods
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Jason talks with Portland yoga teacher Abby Kraai about her experience of teaching and practicing yoga with scoliosis. This episod...
How to Stay in Your Lane as a Yoga Teacher
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when a student comes to you hoping you can help them with an injury? Just what is appropriate or inappropriate? How can you help studen...
Yoga Teachers: Should You Ask Students to Disclose Injuries?
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It was once common practice for yoga teachers to start every class with a simple question: "Is anyone working with any injuries or medical conditions?...
4 Ways to Prevent Yoga Injuries
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and I tackle yoga injuries, There may not be a way to completely prevent all injuries, but we're sharing some best practices th...
Sequencing for Twists and Backbends with Jason Crandell
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As yoga practitioners we all know that the body is amazingly complex -- and there is so much to learn when it comes to getting the body into those sha...
Q&A - Jason Answers Your Questions about Rotation of the Hip and Shoulder Joints + More
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a while since we devoted an episode to answering listener questions, so that’s exactly what we’re doing this week. In this episod...
Anti-racism and Allyship in Yogaland with Jennifer Hutton
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve received a lot of questions from white yogis recently about how we can be better allies to our BIPOC friends and studio owners in the community...
"Put on Your CEO Pants" with Andrea and Jason
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Helping yoga teachers make a decent living is something Jason and I are both passionate about. So in this episode, Jason and I have a candid conversat...
"The Pelvis is Everything" with Judith Hanson Lasater
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you've practiced yoga for awhile, it's likely that you've heard a sweeping generalization about alignment in a pose. Often these generalizations ge...
Episode 205: Let's Talk Yoga with Arundhati Baitmangalkar
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week wears so many hats! She's a yoga and Bollywood dance teacher, studio owner (Aham Yoga in Redmond, WA), and a brand new yoga podcast...
How YOU doin? An update on teaching and practicing during the pandemic
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve been giving a lot of tips for bringing your teaching online during the pandemic lately. This week, we talk through the challenges both teacher...
Your students need you. How yoga teachers can show up.
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jason and I chat about a topic that's near and dear to my heart: Creating online content to help grow your teaching business. We don't yet ...
"I'm a Black Yoga Teacher in Appalachia" with Kristin Booker
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is writer, illustrator, and yoga teacher Kristen Booker. For the past decade, Kristen has built a successful career as a freelance wri...
Riding the Waves of Life with Jaimal Yogis
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's safe to say that we need all the help we can get right now to stay grounded. You might remember Jaimal from episode 61 where we talked about his ...
The Globalization of Yoga with Andrea Jain
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I speak to author and religious studies professor Andrea Jain about her book, Selling Yoga: From Counterculture to Pop Culture. He...
Anti-racism and Allyship in Yogaland with Jennifer Hutton
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today is Jennifer Hutton, a pediatric physical therapist from Nashville. As a physical therapist, Jennifer is passionate about teaching other...
Faith Hunter, "You can't be spiritual and not stand for something."
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I’m joined by Washington, DC yoga studio owner and world-traveling yoga teacher Faith Hunter. You may remember Faith from episode 3...
The Goats of Anarchy Episode
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, you get to hear Jason and I interviewed by Bridget Riepl of New Jersey Yoga Collective. It was part of a fundraiser for Goats of Anarchy --...
Yoga in the Time of Covid
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's no doubt that Covid-19 has changed the current landscape of how we practice and teach yoga. On this special episode (recorded live via Zoom wi...
Teaching Yoga Online? Here's How to Protect Yourself Legally
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a yoga teacher who teaches online, you might wonder if there are extra steps you should take to protect yourself.The short answer is, “Y...
Yoga for Seniors with Carol Krucoff
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Although they are largely ignored when mainstream media covers yoga, seniors age 65 and older are the fastest growing segment in the United States. To...
Yoga Sequences When You're Short on Time
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering what to practice when you're short on time? We've got you covered! Jason shares simple sequence ideas for days when you only have 10, 20, or...
Our Favorite Poses Right Now
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and I share what we are practicing in our own home practice right now.Show notes: http://www.jasonyoga.com/podcast/episode192SHOUT-OUT TO OUR SP...
How to Make Your Yoga Practice a Habit
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for being here! We are a husband and wife team -- we've spent our lives and careers immersed in the principles of yoga and meditation so that w...
3 Ways to Create a Yoga Home Practice Sequence
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gotten on your mat to do a home yoga practice and your mind goes completely blank? Or perhaps you're tired of practicing the only set se...
5 Myths About Doing Yoga at Home
26 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Jason busts 5 commonly held myths we have about home practice. Don't let your beliefs about how things "should" be keep you from doin...
Creating digital yoga content beyond daily livestreams
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we talk through five potential options for offering yoga content beyond daily livestream classes.SHOUT-OUT TO OUR SPONSORSStoryworth ...
Emotions, expectations, and growth mindset
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You might be feeling lonely or lost. You might be feeling like other teachers have got this online thing figured out. You might be putting pressure on...
Getting paid for teaching yoga online
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Should you charge for your online classes? If so, how much? Does providing free classes de-value yoga? We delve these questions about payment and more...
How to Sequence Your Online Yoga Class
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Should you practice with your students or try to gauge the room by peering at the little boxes on your screen? Which postures and themes are most impo...
How to Be an Exceptional Online Yoga Teacher
19 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to teach yoga online is vital right now. But if you're used to teaching yoga in person, it can feel really daunting! On this episode, we brea...
Bringing Yoga Trainings Online During COVID-19
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As people across the country are home bound amid the COVID-19 outbreak, in-person yoga classes and teacher trainings have come to an abrupt halt. The ...
Yoga Training for First Responders with Olivia Mead
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Soon after deciding to teach yoga to first responders, yoga teacher Olivia Mead decided to go through fire and police academy. She wanted to develop a...
On Becoming a Yoga Teacher
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yoga teacher trainings have changed a lot over the years. When I did my 200-hour training years ago, I jumped in without knowing what to expect. I lov...
3 Backbend Cues for Tweaky Knees or Hips
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and I recorded this episode live at LoveStoryYoga in San Francisco at the Module 1 Advanced Studies training. Since the students are currently f...
Healing from an eating disorder with Nicole Bell
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us struggle with body image on some level. Depending on a lot of factors yoga can be instrumental in helping us learn to love and accept our b...
How to manage hypermobility in the yoga room with Jules Mitchell
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may have noticed a pendulum swing when it comes to yoga poses that require extreme amounts of flexiblity. Just as we glorified the idea of throwin...
A Young Yoga Teacher Tells His Story
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm joined by Tabay Atkins and his mom Sahel Anvarinejad. Tabay contacted us awhile back to inquire if we’d be OK with a 14-year-old atte...
Making Yoga More Accessible with Jivana Heyman
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Jivana Heyman. Jivana is the founder of Accessible Yoga, an organization that focuses on "sharing the benefits of yoga with anyone wh...
Before You Teach Your Next Yoga Class, Do This..
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Jason shared what to do when you feel like you've taught the worst yoga class of your life. This week, he’s sharing a few tips for gettin...
How to Survive Teaching the Worst Yoga Class Ever
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All yoga teachers have their off days. Even those who are as experienced as Jason. This week, Jason’s back on the podcast to share his insights on h...
The Amazing Benefits of Self Compassion
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! It’s so good to be back for another season of Yogaland.My wish for you in this new year (and new decade!) it’s to develop compassi...
What we learned in 2019
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe this is the last Yogaland episode of 2019? This week, Jason and I reflect on the many ways we’ve changed and grown during the past y...
Is Yoga Enough?
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jason and I are tackling another common question that modern yoga students ask: Is yoga enough to keep you healthy? Or do you need to do ot...
Seane Corn's Revolution of the Soul
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
International yoga teacher and activist Seane Corn joins us this week. Seane recently added another title she says she never thought she’d hold to h...
Jason's Tips for Handling Challenging Students
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're yoga teacher or a student, you've witnessed:** The Moaner -- The student who seems to be enjoying class a leetle too much.** T...
New Yoga Alliance Standards Explained
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For decades Yoga Alliance has been the main credentialing body for yoga teachers and schools. But the organization has been widely criticized for bein...
Feel the Heat: The Pros and Cons of Yoga in a Heated Room
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the more polarizing topics in modern yoga is the merits (and potential dangers) of attending yoga in a heated room. (To be clear, we're not tal...
Fall Self Care: The Power of Essential Oils with Elena Brower
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The scent of lavender wafting from every local yoga studio’s doors may be a relatively recent phenomenon, but essential oils have been used to bolst...
Yoga as a Haven Through Breast Cancer with Susanna Harwood Rubin
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's October. Which means it's Breast Awareness Month. It's not an easy month for breast cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, or for those who have...
How to Nail Your Yoga Teaching Audition
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You want to leave your yoga audition with a big fist pumped saying, "Nailed it," right? This week's episode can help -- Jason gets real about how to r...
Yoga, Science, and Healthcare with Lara Benusis
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m talking to Lara Benusis, a longtime yoga teacher and yoga therapist who has taught yoga in a healthcare setting for years. (She ...
Jason's Guide to Teaching Private Yoga Sessions
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Being a yoga teacher takes skill, knowledge, dedication, and often, perseverance. But you can have all of those things in spades and never quite earn ...
The Getting to Know You Episode
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I am so excited to share this new season of Yogaland with you! This week, we kick off the season with a live episode that Jason and I recorded at triy...
The Science of Stretching (and Strength) with Jules Mitchell
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For our season two finale episode, we’re talking to Las Vegas-based yoga teacher and author Jules Mitchell. We dive deep into the biomechanics of yo...
Live Q&A: Thoughts on Creating Authentic Content and Curriculum
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s one topic that eludes yoga teachers most, it’s not the correct angle of the front knee in Anjaneyasana. It’s how to teach yoga and ma...
Closing the Wellness Gap with Nicole Cardoza
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Nicole Cardoza, founder of Yoga Foster. I couldn't be more excited about Nicole's mission to bring more movement into classrooms ac...
A story of love, loss, and the path of motherhood with Anne Cushman
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I've talked a lot on the podcast about how motherhood has changed my yoga practice. I know first-hand how easy it can be to fall into the trap of mom ...
Using Yoga to Tap Into Your Intuition with Erica Rodefer Winters
04 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're talking to Erica Rodefer Winters, a yoga teacher in Charleston, SC who specializes in teaching prenatal yoga and postnatal yoga.When ...
Creating a Pranic Budget with Sarah Kucera
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Sarah Kucera, author of The Ayurvedic Self-Care Handbook: Holistic Healing Rituals for Every Day and Season, all about her book an...
Bernie Clark on the Benefits of Yin Yoga
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The thoughtful and articulate Bernie Clark joins us on the show this week! Bernie is perhaps best known for his influential Yin yoga teachings as well...
On Spirituality, Representation, and Being a New Teacher with Quamay Sams
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I talk to Bay Area yoga teacher Quamay Sams. Quamay grew up in New York, where he was a dancer before he enrolled in a yoga teacher trainin...
Cyndi Lee: Building Resilience Through Meditation and Sustainable Yoga
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're talking to Cyndi Lee, who was the first Western female yoga teacher to combine Tibetan Buddhism and yoga. Cyndi and I worked togethe...
Live Show! Online Marketing Tips for Yoga Teachers
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Like it or not, if you want to be a full-time yoga teacher today, digital marketing is a part of the job.It doesn’t come easily to everyone, but thr...
New Research from Robyn Capobianco: The Measurable Impact of Using Therapy Balls Before Stretching
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Robyn Capobianco, PhD, is back on the podcast this week to talk about the findings of two related studies she and her team conducted about the science...
How to Change Your Teaching Style Without Losing Your Students
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is a continuation of last week’s discussion on how to cope with changes to your yoga practice and teaching style. Jason shares...
Change is the Only Certainty...in Yoga
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re so happy to be back for Season 2!There's that old adage, "Change is the only certainty in life." And it applies to your yoga practice and teac...
Season 1 Finale! Jason's Take on Yin Yoga
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Since Jason so often emphasizes the importance of building strength -- especially along the posterior chain (back side) of the body, I get asked all t...
Yoga for Kids and Their Grown-Ups with Katherine Priore Ghannam
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I talk to Katherine Priore Ghannam all about yoga for kids and her innovative program Headstand, which offered yoga to low-income K-12 scho...
Teaching Part-Time is Still Teaching - Listener Responses
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The recent episode where Jason and I discuss teaching yoga part-time vs. making it a full-time career really struck a chord. I was surprised by the nu...
Ouch! How to Handle Your Sore Sacrum
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For almost three years, Jason has resisted addressing your questions about the sacroiliac joint (SI) -- mostly because it's such a complex topic for a...