Wisdom of Yoga Podcast

In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Carlos Pomeda. Carlos shares with us : Why the Bhagavad Gita is such an important and powerful text How studying yoga wisdom transforms your life What the deeper goals of yoga offer us Workshop: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Daily Life -- Life Lessons from the Bhagavad GītāFebruary 13 2pm PST Online+ study group weeklyFind this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Originally from Madrid, Spain, Carlos has been steeped in all aspects of the yoga tradition during more than 40 years of practice and study. He spent 18 of those years as a monk of the Saraswati order, under the name Swami Gītānanda, including 9 years of traditional training and practice in India.During this time he learned the various systems of Indian Philosophy and immersed himself in the practice of yoga, becoming one of the senior monks of the tradition and teaching meditation and philosophy to tens of thousands of students around the world. He combines this experience and traditional training with his academic background, which includes two Masters Degrees: one in Sanskrit, from U.C. Berkeley (where he has taught) and another one, in Religious Studies, from U.C. Santa Barbara. He is currently working on a book on the topic of “Karma and the Journey of the Soul”, as well as an updated History of Yoga and a new translation of the Śivasūtra, an important Tantric text of the Kashmiri tradition .Carlos currently lives in the US, and travels extensively around the world conducting a variety of retreats, courses, seminars, workshops and lectures on the Wisdom of Yoga and related subjects.As a teacher, Carlos is renowned for the breadth of his knowledge and the clarity with which he conveys it. His great love of the Indian yoga traditions, his insight, his humor and his deep connection with his audiences give him the ability to transmit the deepest scriptural teachings in a way that is clear, meaningful and applicable. Studying with Carlos is an enjoyable and transformative experience.Where to find Carlos:Website

In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Richard Rosen.  Richard shares with us :Why the Hatha Yoga Pradipika is an essential text for yogisYogic techniques to unblock stuck energyHow yogic practices can be incorporated into your daily practiceWorkshop: Hatha Yoga PradipikaFind this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Richard Rosen began his practice of yoga in 1980 and graduated from the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco in 1985. He is the author of five books on yoga and has written over 300 reviews for Yoga Journal and various other magazines. His 30+ years of experience have equipped him with some unique insights, making him a truly influential contemporary teacher.Where to find Richard:Website

In Episode 20 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews best-selling author and media expert, Harriette Cole.Harriette shares with us :How to unlock your greatness and align with your dreamsWhat holds us back from living a fulfilling lifeHow the practice of meditation and self-care support our journey Find this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Harriette Cole is a veteran in the field of communications. Currently, she hosts live-streaming content for AARP. She also hosts a weekly radio show called DREAMLEAPERS. Harriette is a bestselling author, motivational speaker, media trainer, and professional public speaking coach. She began her career at Essence Magazine where she ran the lifestyle department and the fashion department. Cole was the founding editorial director of Uptown Magazine, founding creative director of Savoy Magazine, creative director and editor-in-chief of Ebony Magazine. Cole has written seven books, including Jumping the Broom: The African American Wedding Planner, How to Be, Choosing Truth, and 108 stitches: words we live by. Cole is a trusted voice in the space of how to live an honorable life. She was a contributor to the Today Show for many years and a regular guest on Inside Edition, BET, and other shows. She has offered leadership training, executive coaching, and media training to CEOs, corporate executives, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and students. Where to find Harriette:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYoutube

In Episode 19 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Deane Juhan who is one of core faculty at Yogakula. You’ll find his courses on our website. Deane Juhan may be best known as the author of Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork.  As an expert in the field of body therapeutics, Deane shares with us the latest scientific developments in body-mind research:The polyvagal nerve functions effecting our autonomic nervous system and how to optimally shift from active state to relaxed state The emerging research on neuroplasticity, and how the brain and all of the nervous system are continually changing themselves through our beliefs, our intentions and our actions.The scientific developments impacting our recovery from injuries, the healing of traumatic events and responses, the reversal of degenerative conditions, and the many processes of healing that effect all of our tissues.Find this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Deane Juhan is the author of Job’s Body: A Handbook for Bodywork. Deane has been a bodyworker for 30 years. He was a member of staff at Esalen for 18 years and a Trager practitioner and instructor for 24 years.  He has taught classes in anatomy and physiology for bodyworkers, yoga practitioners, and therapists of all kinds in the US + internationally.  Deane has a private practice in the Bay Area in Northern California.Where to find Deane:WebsiteFacebook

In episode 18 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Darren Rhodes shares his experience of inner and outer transformation through yoga.Darren shares with us:The benefits of yoga practice – body, mind, and in life.What is alignment and balanced action in yogaHow to avoid injuryWorkshop with Darren: The Art of AlignmentFind this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Darren Rhodes has been the director of Yoga Oasis in Tucson, Arizona since 1999. He is the founder of YogaHour, an accessible, flow yoga class that offers clear and specific alignment instructions for each pose. He is the author and model of the Yoga Resource Practice Manual eBook featuring photographs of Darren in 400 yoga poses with instructions. Darren, while known for his ability to perform all yoga postures, is dedicated to making yoga accessible. Darren's classes are innovative and authentic, focusing on making the doable difficult and the difficult doable.Where to find Darren:WebsiteFacebookInstagram

In episode 17 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Richard Miller talks about the journey of awakening through meditationRichard shares with us :How the yogic practices help us to heal and transformThe deeper promise of the yoga practices and how this practice can affect all other aspects of our lives.Find this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest: Richard Miller, PhD, spiritual teacher, yogic scholar, and clinical psychologist, has devoted 46 years to integrating Western psychology and neuroscience with the Eastern nondual wisdom teachings of yoga, Taoism, Buddhism, and the Judeo-Christian traditions.Developer of the research-based Integrative Restoration iRest Meditation program, Richard is founding president of the Integrative Restoration Institute, cofounder of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, past founding president of the Institute for Spirituality and Psychology, and author of iRest Meditation, The iRest Program for Healing PTSD, and Yoga Nidra: The Meditative Heart of Yoga. Richard leads retreats and trainings internationally, emphasizing enlightened living in daily life.Where to find Richard:WebsiteFacebookInstagram

In episode 16 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Amy Ippoliti shares her understanding of alignment in yoga.Amy shares with us :How to keep the body moving safely in asana practice Helpful alignment instructions Alignment instructions that are not so helpful or could create injuryFind this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest: Amy is known for her genuine teaching style, intelligent sequencing, clear instruction, and engaging sense of humor. She is a teacher, author and activist who uses innovative methods to bring yoga wisdom to modern day life. Amy shares her passions for health and conservation through her writings for publications such as Yoga Journal, Prevention and Mind Body Green. A pioneer of advanced yoga education, Amy co-founded 90 Monkeys, an online and in-person school that has enhanced the skills of yoga teachers and studios in 65 countries. She is the co-author of the book, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga, which has become a staple in yoga teacher trainings across the globe. Amy currently resides in Boulder, Co, where she teaches workshops and trainings when she is not traveling. Where to find Amy:WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterest

Miranda Macpherson, a spiritual teacher and author known for her feminine approach to surrender, joins the conversation to share her insights on ego relaxation and grace. She discusses the transformative power of self-discovery and spirituality in alleviating anxiety and embracing change. Miranda explores how ego and ancestral baggage affect us in Western society and highlights the healing potential of presence and love. Listeners will learn how Hatha Yoga fosters personal growth by balancing effort with ease, leading to a more graceful and productive life.

In Episode 14 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Barrie Risman, shares her with us her life-long love of yoga.Barrie shares with us :What is exactly Restorative Yoga and the misconceptionsWhy restorative yoga is the best kept secret The benefits of Restorative YogaFind this episode on Apple Podcasts & StitcherLeave a review to help make it easier for others to find us and benefit from these discussions. Thank you! About Our Guest:Barrie Risman is widely regarded as one of Canada’s most highly skilled yoga educators, teacher–trainers and mentors. Her best-selling book, Evolving Your Yoga: Ten Principles for Enlightened Practice, is a guide for teachers and continuing students to deepen, expand, and integrate the benefits of yoga in their lives. She's the creator of online classes, courses, and trainings that fuel the inner journey of yoga teachers and students from around the globe.Barrie is well known for her ability to convey the essence of the wisdom teachings of yoga with exceptional clarity, insight, and relevance to students of all levels and from all walks of life. As unpretentious and down-to-earth as she is wise and inspiring, Barrie teaches with a remarkable combination of rigor and challenge balanced with sensitivity, humor, and compassion.Where to find Barrie:WebsiteInstagramFacebook