Patrick McCartney

Author of 'Authenticity, Legitimacy and the Transglobal Yoga Industry: A Sociological Analysis of Shanti Mandir' and professor at Hiroshima University in Japan. His research explores the sociology of knowledge within new religious movements and the transglobal yoga industry.

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Jun 5, 2025 • 35min

Patrick McCartney, "Authenticity, Legitimacy and the Transglobal Yoga Industry: A Sociological Analysis of Shanti Mandir" (Routledge, 2025)

In this engaging discussion, Patrick McCartney, a sociology professor at Hiroshima University and author of a comprehensive analysis of yoga culture, shares his insights on the transglobal yoga industry. He explores the balance of authenticity and legitimacy within communities like Shanti Mandir, detailing his personal journey from yoga novice to immersed insider. Listeners will find fascinating reflections on the dynamics of ashram life, the impact of cultural exchanges on identity, and the interplay between tradition and modern marketing in yoga practices.

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