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This down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how to apply yoga's lessons and tools to help craft a happy, balanced life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Our last episode of the year features answers to your burning questions. We talk about our favorite family moment of the year, our favorite books, Instagram accounts, which sporting event we'd go to if we could go anywhere, and what it means to us to be yogis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week, we answer your burning questions! We discuss the benefits of long vs. short yoga practices, strengthening the piriformis, structuring cohesive flows for teachers, the role of counterposes in yoga practice, plus lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On this week's episode: Jason shares his intense week of tech challenges and how it triggers his ADHD. Andrea recounts a heartfelt compliment she received from a stranger and asks for some dream analysis. Plus, we share a quirky holiday fail and how Taylor Swift's Eras Tour reminded us of how important it is to take in positive media and messaging.…
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This week: A short but effective meditation to help you find your place of natural, easy calm in the midst of busy, modern life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On our third episode of Yoga-ish, we share both joyful and not-so-joyful stories of past Christmases and we offer ideas for navigating the holidays if you are just NOT FEELING it this year. We all have those years -- some more than others -- but it is truly part of being human. What if you treated yourself with compassion and endeavored to find you…
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This episode is a heartfelt celebration of part-time yoga teachers! Too often, we hear part-time teachers being self-deprecating and implying that they don't feel like "real" yoga teachers. So, we put out a call on social media for part-time yoga teachers to share your stories -- we asked you why you teach part-time, what keeps you going, and what …
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Yoga-ish: 10 Year Cancerversary, Macy's Day Parade Coping Skills, Best & Worst Christmas Romcoms
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This week we talk about our trip to San Francisco, including flash flood warnings, Andrea's 10-year cancer check-up, and why it still feels like home. Plus, Jason shares his passion for Airpods and how they keep him sane. Andrea shares her best and worst Netflix Christmas romcoms. ********************************** Don't miss our FIRST EVER Cyber M…
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Introducing Yoga-ish: Unexpected Wisdom from Mike Tyson, Bedtime Routines & What We're Binge-Watching
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We're introducing another weekly episode into your feed -- it's a less scripted, more casual conversation we're calling Yoga-ish. Just like it sounds, it will be about yoga, but not only about yoga. Because, as we always say, yoga isn’t just about poses; it’s a lens through which we view life. This week! We share Mike Tyson's unexpected wisdom, the…
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Curious about online yoga teacher training? Our latest podcast explores how Jason crafted a seamless and interactive 200-hour program that brings the community together. 🧘♀️👥 Whether you’re a teacher or a student, learn how to thrive in an online setting. Jason shares insights into how he structured the program to address these challenges, includi…
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The morning after the US Presidential election last week, Jason woke up and had to teach his 300-hour teacher training students. As soon as he finished the call, he told me how difficult it was to stay focused on teach. Out of that experience came this podcast, where Jason shares two things: His own personal history with politics (and how it has al…
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On last week's episode, we talked about the importance of "putting yourself out there" as a yoga teacher. But most of us genuinely struggle to do this. So, today's episode struggles on embracing the vulnerability that naturally comes with teaching yoga. Jason shares his insights and stories to help you build resilience or, as he says, "become an em…
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Here's the good news: There are many different ways to build a sustainable career as a yoga teacher. The not so good news? There are so many different ways to spend your time and energy that it can be overwhelming. As yoga business owners ourselves, we feel this deeply. On this episode, we hone in on the most essential steps to take when building y…
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Everything you ever wanted to know about 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (but were afraid to ask)
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If you're considering doing a 200-hour yoga teacher training, this episode is a must-listen. Jason answers the most common questions to consider so that you select the right training for you. Listen to this episode to get the most out of your 200-hour teacher training experience! We talk about: How to find the right training for me? Should I do my …
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Feeling overwhelmed with sequencing is one of the biggest challenges that most teachers face. Even worse, it leads to burnout and lack of confidence. On this episode, Jason breaks down the 5 essential keys to help you focus your sequences, build confidence, and feel greater joy teaching your classes. Highlights: 1:08 -- Yoga Sequencing Template 8:4…
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When you go through challenging times in life, does your usual yoga practice go out the window? For most of us, the answer is a begrudging, "yep." And yet, we need our yoga and meditation and self-care practices the most when life gets tough. On this episode, Jason and I chat about how we adapt our practice (and add to it), to help create the suppo…
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Dr. Gail Parker joins me on the podcast this week! Gail is a psychologist, yoga educator, and author of two companion books that center restorative yoga as a potent healing modality for ethnic and race-based trauma. These books are incredible and have taught me so much, which is why I wanted to share them with you. Here are a few things I learned f…
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Jason joins me on this episode, where we delve into the practice of letting go. We talk about the many instances where the concept of letting go appears in yoga philosophy, why it's beneficial, and what is required before we endeavor to let go. We also share our personal journeys toward cultivating emotional maturity, surrender, and resilience in t…
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On this solo podcast, Jason shares a roadmap for making a sustainable living as a yoga teacher. He breaks down the importance of yoga teacher training in your career development, the importance of learning to teach higher ticket offerings, and the best ways to develop and maintain a consistent student base. Highlights: Internal success and contentm…
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What It Takes to Make It as a Yoga Teacher with Jason Crandell
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Jason joins me on this episode to talk about the challenges of making a living as a yoga teacher and how he has managed those challenges over the past 30 years. There have been many twists and turns and even some failures. We give you a peek behind the curtain of his career, honing in on 6 pivotal moments and what Jason learned from them. Related t…
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Everything You Need to Know About Planning a Yoga Retreat with Giana Gambino & Bradshaw Wish
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Giana Gambino and Bradshaw Wish of CAYA Yoga School join me this week to talk all things yoga retreats! These two have come together to create a dream-team when it comes to retreats -- they offer several domestic and international retreats per year (look for their 2025 retreat in Italy) and they've honed their process. They generously share all of …
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Yoga Teacher's Companion #41: How to Improve Camel Pose--And, Update Your Teaching Cues: Yoga Teacher's Companion #41
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Learn how to improve your Camel Pose (Ustrasana) and help your students go deeper. This episode breaks down how to make the lower back, knees, and neck more comfortable in this posture. It also outlines the best cues to help everyone feel stronger, more flexible, and more comfortable in this backbend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Practicing--and teaching--Down Dog the same way every time leads to diminishing returns and stale cues. This episode breaks down 5 ways to improve Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) to focus on opening your shoulders, opening your hips, stretching your hamstrings, stretching your calves and more. Perfect for yoga students and yoga teachers …
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I love hearing how longtime yoga teachers make this career work. This week's guest, Erin Jorich, has figured out how to use her skillset as a yoga teacher and combine it with her love for dogs. Along with her dog, Wallace, Erin works part-time for Canine Inspired Change, an organization that brings dogs into schools, juvenile detention centers, and…
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Authentic Body Positivity & Accidental Activism with Dianne Bondy
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Dianne Bondy's web site declares in bold letters, "Yoga is for Every Body. No exceptions. You can do yoga." And she has devoted her teaching career to making sure this is the case. Over the past few decades, she has been proactive in creating yoga spaces that are empowering, inclusive, and equitable for all. I know Dianne from her playful and educa…
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"I am my own beloved, my own best friend" -- Susanna Harwood Rubin on navigating life with cancer
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Susanna Harwood Rubin is back! Susanna was my guest on episode 165, and we continue our intimate conversation here. Our conversation runs the gamut (but somehow all ties together), ranging from her recent trip to her spiritual home in India, to living fully and joyfully with metastatic breast cancer, to her passion for teaching her own form of "emb…
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