Native Yoga Toddcast
It’s challenging to learn about yoga when there is so much information conveyed in a language that often seems foreign. Join veteran yoga teacher and massage therapist, Todd McLaughlin, as he engages weekly with professionals in the field of yoga and bodywork through knowledgable and relatable conversation. If you want to deepen your understanding of yoga and bodywork practices, don’t miss an episode!
Episodes
198 episodes
Lauren Farina O'Brien - Breaking Boundaries at Shakti Power Yoga
Lauren Farina O'Brien is the co-owner of Shakti Power Yoga in Nashville, Tennessee, with her sister Kelly. With over 16 years of experience in yoga practice and teaching, Lauren has studied under significant mentors like Dharma Mittra, w...
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Episode 198
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Julia Geer ~ The Future of Yoga: Balancing AI and Natural Intelligence
Julia Geer is a seasoned yoga therapist and Ayurvedic health counselor with a strong background in holistic health practices. She began her yoga journey in 1997 and has since become a certified yoga therapist recognized by the Internatio...
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Episode 197
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Gabrielle Kali Om - From Vision to Reality: The 10-Year Journey to a Yoga Retreat Center
Gabrielle Kali Om is a dedicated yoga teacher and the proprietor of Ojas Retreat Center, a tranquil sanctuary located in Southern California. With over two decades of experience in the field of yoga, Gabrielle has traveled extensively, c...
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Episode 196
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Mandi Gardner - The Intersection of Yoga and Mental Health: Healing Childhood Trauma
Mandi Gardner is a dedicated yoga teacher and founder of Holistic Evolution Shala. Mandi's journey into yoga began in her early 20s, and she has since delved deep into practices such as Bikram and Ashtanga yoga. Residing in Utah, she cur...
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Episode 195
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Felicia Robinson - Inside Connected Warriors: Transforming Military Lives with Yoga
Felicia Robinson is a passionate advocate for military families and veterans, serving as a key figure in the nonprofit organization Connected Warriors. With a rich background rooted in military culture—she grew up in an Air Force family ...
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Episode 194
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Jayson Barniske ~ Revealing Secrets Of Ancient Healing For The Modern World
Jayson Barniske is a seasoned yoga instructor and entrepreneur based in Tulum, Mexico. With nearly two decades of yoga practice, he specializes in Ashtanga yoga and is known for his deep commitment to spiritual development and community ...
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Episode 193
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Greg Nardi - Yoga for Change: Breaking Down Barriers
Greg Nardi is a dedicated yoga professional with over 25 years of experience. He is now a Certified Yoga Therapist and serves as a pivotal figure at Yoga for Change, a nonprofit dedicated to providing trauma-informed yoga to underserved ...
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Episode 192
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Atsuro Chiba - Ashtanga Yoga Adventures: Surfing, Spirituality, and Life Lessons
Atsuro Chiba is a dedicated Ashtanga yoga practitioner and teacher known for his advanced practice and detailed understanding of yoga's subtleties. Originally from Kanagawa, Japan, Atsuro moved to the United States around the age of 20. ...
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Episode 191
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Pat Sperry ~ Scaling New Heights: Spiritual Pilgrimages with Peace Love Flourish
Pat Sperry is a seasoned yoga instructor deeply rooted in the lineage of Iyengar Yoga, holding a notable certification that underscores his dedication to rigorous practice and teaching. Based in Mount Helix, San Diego, he is not only a p...
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Episode 190
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Jennifer Kenney-Smith ~ Redefining Success: From High Performance to Spiritual Fulfillment
Jennifer Kenney-Smith is a seasoned yoga instructor and Ayurveda practitioner with a rich background in corporate management and business success. Having made a transformative journey from a high-pressure corporate career to a more spiri...
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Episode 189
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Sara Ticha - Unlocking the Heart: The Transformational Power of Bhakti Yoga
Sara Ticha is a renowned international yoga teacher and influencer celebrated for her unique integration of mindfulness and yoga practice. Sara has a notable presence on Instagram, where she shares inspiring content focused on positivity...
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Episode 188
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Lizzie Lasater ~ Love Your Lower Back
Lizzie Lasater is a prominent yoga educator and content creator known for her expertise in restorative yoga. With a rich background in architecture, Lizzie applies her design thinking to her yoga teachings. She collaborates with her moth...
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Episode 187
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Tawanya Norwood ~ Achieving Greatness: Balancing Motherhood, Military, and Mindfulness
Tawanya Norwood is a U.S. Marine and a passionate advocate for yoga, blending her military discipline with the mindfulness of yoga practice. Originally from Miami Dade County, Tawanya has served in the military for seven years, currently...
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Episode 186
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Dharma Mittra - Living the Yogi Life: Secrets of Spiritual Growth and Mental Power
Dharma Mittra is a world-renowned yoga teacher with over six decades of experience in the practice and teaching of yoga. Originally a professional bodybuilder and athlete, Dharma Mittra's journey into yoga has profoundly changed his life...
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Episode 185
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Mark Stephens ~ The Evolution of Yoga Sequencing and Adjustment Techniques
Mark Stephens is a highly respected and influential figure in the world of yoga. He is a prolific author, having written several books on yoga. Mark runs an Online Teaching Yoga Academy and has a podcast called The Yoga Room Podcast. His...
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Episode 184
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Cator Shachoy - TMJ Relief: Integrating Yoga and Mindfulness Techniques
Cator Shachoy is a distinguished yoga therapist, mindfulness instructor, and craniosacral therapist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She holds a degree from the Iyengar Yoga Institute in San Francisco and has trained under notable te...
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Episode 183
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Kelly Smith ~ Navigating Neurodivergence with Meditation
Kelly Smith is a prominent meditation and yoga instructor based in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis. She is the founder of Yoga for You Online, an innovative online yoga and meditation school offering a range of classes and teacher training....
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Episode 182
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Robert Sturman - Capturing the Beauty of Yoga Through the Lens
Robert Sturman is a renowned photographer known for his exceptional ability to capture the essence of yoga and human expression through his lens. With a storied career that spans decades, Robert has traveled the world, photographing nota...
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Episode 181
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Bob Cirino ~ Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Karma and Reality Creation
Bob Cirino is the director of the Yoga Studies Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching classic literature and methods of yoga. With a rich background in meditation, permaculture, and scientific research on environmental...
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Episode 180
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Jessica Hwang - Unveiling Yoga's Hidden Potential for Personal Growth
Jessica Hwang is a dedicated career transition coach with a background in corporate finance. She is the founder of Jessica Hwang Coaching, where she assists individuals in making the leap from secure corporate positions to independent, p...
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Episode 179
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Dale Matzkow - Pilates & Yoga: Bridging the Gap Between
Dale Matzkow is a seasoned Pilates instructor based in Juno Beach, Florida. With a background spanning several decades, Dale has trained under various prestigious instructors and integrated both classical and contemporary methods into he...
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Episode 178
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Janne Kontala ~ Exploring Bhagavad Gita's Impact on Modern Yoga Practices
In this enlightening episode, the Toddcast welcomes back Janne Kontala, an esteemed yoga scholar, to delve deeper into the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Building on their previous discussion on contemporary yoga, Janne and the...
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Episode 177
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Joe Taft ~ Unpacking Mythology: The Hidden Layers of Yoga Stories
Joe Taft is a seasoned yoga instructor based in Asheville, North Carolina. With a professional background in kayaking, Joe transitioned into yoga to manage his back pain from the sport's physical strain. He initially trained under Mary Kay West...
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Episode 176
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Josh Biro ~ Secrets of Success: Balancing Yoga Practice and Business Mastery
In this enlightening episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd McLaughlin is joined by Josh Biro, the dynamic founder of Yogapreneur Collective. Josh dives deep into the integration of yoga practices with entrepreneurial ventures, providin...
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Episode 175
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Michael Johnson ~ Discovering the Timeless "Now" in Yoga Practice
Michael Johnson is a prominent yoga and philosophy instructor based in Asheville, North Carolina. He is the founder of Clear Light Yoga and a respected teacher at both the Asheville Yoga Center and the Ayurvedic Institute. With over 20 y...
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Episode 174
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