
Align Podcast
Welcome! I'm Aaron, host of the Align Podcast. Understanding your mind and body can be confusing, this podcast will help by combining ancient wisdom with modern science to better know yourself.
New here? Start with these episodes: Byron Katie, Bruce Lipton, Aubrey Marcus, Gabor Maté, Robert Sapolsky, Chris Williamson, Robert Edward Grant, Dr. Perry Nickelston, Wim Hof, Peter Crone, James Clear, Zach Bush, Teal Swan, Dr. Mike Israetel, Gabby Reece, Laird Hamilton, Marianne Williamson
If you love this podcast, I would love for you to connect with me on Instagram, @AaronAlexander
Latest episodes

16 snips
Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 13min
Why Most People Are Breathing Wrong (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Kelly Starrett | Align Podcast #530
Dr. Kelly Starrett, a renowned physical therapist and bestselling author, dives into the vital connection between breathing and performance. He discusses common mistakes in breathing techniques that hinder athletic and everyday movements. The conversation emphasizes the role of diaphragmatic breathing in improving core stability and performance. Starrett shares practical tips to enhance breath control, linking it to functional movement and vitality, making this a must-listen for both athletes and anyone looking to feel better.

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Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 6min
How Trauma Gets Trapped in Your Body (& How To Heal) | Dr. Stephen Porges | Align Podcast #529
Dr. Stephen Porges is a pioneering expert in trauma and the originator of Polyvagal Theory. He discusses how trauma is stored in the body, affecting our nervous system and emotional well-being. Listeners learn about techniques to regulate their nervous system, such as breathwork and sound therapy. The conversation dives into the connection between emotional health and social engagement, the role of the vagus nerve in healing, and how environmental influences shape our perceptions. Practical insights for stress resilience and holistic healing are shared.

Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 20min
Matias De Stefano: The Man Who Remembers His Past Lives | Align Podcast #528
Matias De Stefano, a Consciousness Educator from Argentina known as 'The Rememberer,' unlocks the mysteries of reality and our past lives. He discusses the significance of ancient civilizations, the secrets of the Great Pyramid, and how technology might redefine humanity's future. Matias shares insights on accessing collective knowledge and the interconnectedness of life across the cosmos. He also explores the dual nature of existence, emphasizing a heart-centered approach over intellect for transformational change.

Jan 23, 2025 • 58min
How to Breathe Better for Peak Performance | Brian Mackenzie | Align Podcast #527
Brian Mackenzie, a human optimization expert, shares his groundbreaking insights on the power of breathing for enhancing health and performance. He highlights how proper breath regulation can calm the nervous system and improve strength and recovery. Listeners learn about the essential roles of CO2 in emotional regulation and the surprising benefits of breath training. Mackenzie also discusses techniques for mastering breath mechanics and the interplay between breathing, stress reduction, and overall well-being, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to boost their performance.

Jan 17, 2025 • 1h 9min
The Hidden Longevity Benefits Of Astaxanthin | David Watumull | Align Podcast #526
Dave Watumull, CEO of AX3 Life, discusses the incredible health benefits of astaxanthin, a marine super nutrient with powerful effects on longevity and inflammation. From combating cellular aging to supporting brain and skin health, Dave shares 25 years of research and insights on how this nutrient can transform your well-being. Learn how astaxanthin works, its unique impact on inflammation modulation, and how it compares to other nutrients.
OUR GUEST
Dave Watumull is on a mission to bring astaxanthin to the world. This marine super nutrient supports whole body health and longevity and has captured his imagination for more than 25 years of research, development, and commercialization. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of AX3 Life, a consumer health company dedicated to astaxanthin products, education, and community. He is also the COO of Cardax, a life sciences business focused on pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications of astaxanthin.
DAVID WATUMULL
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🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://ax3.life/
AARON ALEXANDER
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🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod
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🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com
ABOUT
Aaron Alexander is a pioneering manual therapist and movement coach with over 5 years experience. He is the founder and creator of The Align Method, author of The Align Method book, and host of The Align Podcast which has ranked #1 in Nutrition on Apple Podcasts.
Aaron has worked with some of the world’s greatest professional athletes, performers, and celebrities to help relieve pain, improve strength, better flexibility, and ease the mind and body.
On this channel, Aaron interviews renowned experts in a range of fields focused on improving the mind and body. This mind and body podcast will teach you all that you need to know to become the healthiest version of yourself by integrating simplified ancient techniques and the foundational principles of The Align Method to strengthen your body, balance the mind, and activate healing systems in daily life.
The mission? To be the best personal growth podcast about healthy habits, redefine functional movement, and make fitness who you are; not what you do.
TOPICS
1. Astaxanthin benefits
2. Longevity tips
3. Combating systemic inflammation
4. Mitochondrial health
5. Cellular aging
6. Stress relief with astaxanthin
SPONSORS
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Jan 9, 2025 • 58min
The Secrets of Sex Magic and Manifestation | Emily Fletcher | Align Podcast #525
Emily Fletcher, author and founder of Ziva Meditation, shares her three-step process to unlock desires, heal emotions, and connect to your inner divinity. Discover the power of sex magic, the role of pleasure in manifesting, and how balancing masculine and feminine energies can lead to a better world.
OUR GUEST
Emily is the founder of Ziva and the host of the spine-tingling new podcast, Why Isn’t Everyone Doing This? She is an international speaker whose superpower is making esoteric tools accessible to a mainstream audience, teaching over 50,000 people meditation and manifesting. Her best-selling book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, debuted at #7 out of all books on Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages. Her work has been featured by The New York Times, Good Morning America and Vogue. She’s taught at Apple, Google and Harvard Business School. A formerly stressed Broadway performer going gray at 27, Emily was desperate for a solution when she found meditation -- which immediately cured her insomnia and anxiety. Her transformation was so dramatic that she quit acting, went to India, and studied the ancient tools Ziva students swear by today. Over the past few years she has dedicated herself to developing an embodied manifesting course called Ziva Magic. By combining visualization, Emotional Alchemy, somatic movement, Breathwork, and energetic Pleasure Prayer you get results that feel like actual magic… but are backed up with scientific proof of why they work.
EMILY FLETCHER
📸 EMILY IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/emilystellafletcher/
📸 ZIVA MEDITATION IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/zivameditation/?hl=en
🌐 WEBSITE ▶ http://zivameditation.com/freemasterclass
🎙️ PODCAST ▶ https://link.chtbl.com/whythis/
AARON ALEXANDER
📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aaronalexander/
🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod
👉 SUBSCRIBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@AlignPodcast?sub_confirmation=1
🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com
ABOUT
Aaron Alexander is a pioneering manual therapist and movement coach with over 5 years experience. He is the founder and creator of The Align Method, author of The Align Method book, and host of The Align Podcast which has ranked #1 in Nutrition on Apple Podcasts.
Aaron has worked with some of the world’s greatest professional athletes, performers, and celebrities to help relieve pain, improve strength, better flexibility, and ease the mind and body.
On this channel, Aaron interviews renowned experts in a range of fields focused on improving the mind and body. This mind and body podcast will teach you all that you need to know to become the healthiest version of yourself by integrating simplified ancient techniques and the foundational principles of The Align Method to strengthen your body, balance the mind, and activate healing systems in daily life.
The mission? To be the best personal growth podcast about healthy habits, redefine functional movement, and make fitness who you are; not what you do.
TOPICS
1. Meditation
2. Manifestation techniques
3. Feminine energy
4. Emotional alchemy
5. Spirituality
6. Visualization practices
7. Sex magic
SPONSORS
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Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 18min
How To Build Wealth In 2025 | Codie Sanchez | Align Podcast #524
Codie Sanchez, CEO of Contrarian Thinking, shares actionable strategies to create wealth and make smart financial decisions. Learn how to handle adversity, overcome limiting beliefs, and embrace an ownership mindset. Codie discusses her journey from losing 12 million dollars to building movements, the art of building relationships and overcoming the scarcity mindset. Discover how to gain financial freedom with practical insights and step-by-step advice.
OUR GUEST
Codie Sanchez is the founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, a digital education company, and Contrarian Thinking Capital, a small business holding company that is focused on bringing Main Street businesses back to the limelight.” Author of the forthcoming book Main Street Millionaire
CODIE SANCHEZ
📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/codiesanchez/
🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@realcodiesanchez
🐦 X ▶ https://x.com/Codie_Sanchez
🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://contrarianthinking.co/
📚 BOOK ▶ https://parentingatyourchildspace.com/
AARON ALEXANDER
📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aaronalexander/
🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod
👉 SUBSCRIBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@AlignPodcast?sub_confirmation=1
🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com
ABOUT
Aaron Alexander is a pioneering manual therapist and movement coach with over 5 years experience. He is the founder and creator of The Align Method, author of The Align Method book, and host of The Align Podcast which has ranked #1 in Nutrition on Apple Podcasts.
Aaron has worked with some of the world’s greatest professional athletes, performers, and celebrities to help relieve pain, improve strength, better flexibility, and ease the mind and body.
On this channel, Aaron interviews renowned experts in a range of fields focused on improving the mind and body. This mind and body podcast will teach you all that you need to know to become the healthiest version of yourself by integrating simplified ancient techniques and the foundational principles of The Align Method to strengthen your body, balance the mind, and activate healing systems in daily life.
The mission? To be the best personal growth podcast about healthy habits, redefine functional movement, and make fitness who you are; not what you do.
TOPICS
1. Small Business Investment Strategies
2. Building Wealth
3. Networking Strategies
4. Diversifying Investments
5. Capital Allocation Principles
SPONSORS
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Dec 19, 2024 • 53min
Why Children Are Getting Sicker and How We Can Help | Dr. Joel Warsh | Align Podcast #523
Dr. Joel Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician and author, dives into the alarming rise of chronic illnesses in children. He discusses how environmental toxins and poor nutrition, especially ultra-processed foods, contribute to these health challenges. The conversation also touches on the surge in autism rates and the pressing concerns of childhood obesity. Dr. Warsh offers parents actionable tips for navigating vaccinations and food choices, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making to promote healthier futures for their children.

Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 11min
Breathing Techniques for Stress and Pain Relief | Dr. Perry Nickelston | Align Podcast #522
Dr. Perry Nickelston, a chiropractic physician specializing in chronic pain, dives into the transformative power of breathing techniques. He explains how shallow breathing can lead to stress and inflammation, and shares practical strategies for enhancing thoracic mobility. The vital role of the diaphragm in circulation and oxygen distribution is discussed, alongside innovative technologies for EMF mitigation. Dr. Nickelston also highlights how red light therapy can aid pain relief while emphasizing the importance of balancing the nervous system for overall health.

Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 12min
Ozempic - What’s the truth behind the hype? | Dr. Tyna Moore | Align Podcast #521
Dr. Tyna Moore, a seasoned Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractor, discusses the transformative potential of GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic. She highlights their role in pain relief and stress management, while examining the mind-body connection. Tyna shares techniques for mitigating loneliness and anxiety through community and movement. She also addresses the misconceptions surrounding GLP-1 usage and emphasizes personalized health journeys, urging listeners to embrace medical autonomy for improved wellbeing.