Bleav in Yoga with Andrew Gordon

Andrew describes his recent sound bath. It was mostly excellent, except for the snorer! Tune in to hear more of the sound and snoring experience.

Andrew is joined by Denise Payne, author of, "The Essential Guide to Yin Yoga" to discuss taking breaks from your practice, doing your own thing during a led class, yin breathing techniques vs. vinyasa, the myth of uajiayii breath, adhesions and how to break them up, and myofascial release.

Ten years ago, Checka left the corporate world to teach yoga full-time, and hasn't looked back since. She led her first of many yoga retreats in 2011, and knew immediately that she had found her calling within a calling. Checka founded Yogaway Retreats in 2017, in order to collaborate with and support fellow retreat leaders, offer an even broader variety of amazing trips, and build community amongst traveling yogis.

Carlos Tao was an alterboy in his youth. With many twists and turns he emerged as a worldwide, sought after yoga instructor. He travels sharing workshops, seminars and trainings, helping unlock and unravel an evolving understanding of the intelligence of our bodies, howe to access it and the freedom and art of how we move and exist in space.

Kevin Moore is an inspiration. He went from being homeless, incarcerated, and addicted to a successful business owner, homeowner, sober, proud father of three, and author. His book, "To My Kids-Everything I've Learned In 46 Years" is an honest account of his struggles, victories and how to win the battle in your mind. You can buy the book at changelivespublishing.com and check out his Youtube channel by searching for Kev Your Life Coach

The last 4 months of shutting down, starting up and masking up(or not). It's been a lot and while finding stillness has so much value, getting stuck has little to none.

We came to this practice and the continued with it, because it made us feel better. Some of us went on to work in the business of yoga. The irony of working in the business of yoga and practicing less is a common occurrence.

Adell speaks everyday to her millions of IG followers @adellbridges. She is a world-traveling yoga teacher with a background in gymnastics that helped with the physical practice. Eventually, the mindful aspects of yoga helped her make positive changes in her life off of the mat.

Angela is a Yoga Instructor and Life Coach based out of Cleveland, OH. Find her @crazyblueiscrazy and crazyblueiscrazy.com

This is what happens when you are stuck at home for too long. I created a list of distractions that seem to come up for me when I try to practice at home. I am sure you can relate to some of these and have some of your own! Would love to hear yours, shoot me a message info@podcastpanacea.com

Inspired to write and share. Maybe this will help some of you with all of the change we are going through

Lindsay Junk is a mom, wife, and president of YogaSix. She is a fitness industry veteran and former triathlete. We discuss her journey into the fitness world, yoga, and how she got to sit atop YogaSix. To learn more about YogaSix go to www.yogasix.com

Aubrie is a life coach, yoga teacher, trainer, cancer survivor, and fire spinner who loves rad beats, growth mindset, and yoga. The first time she stepped onto a yoga mat was 9 years ago, and she credits yoga for helping her battle an eating disorder, build authentic self love, and create a strong yet flexible … Continued

Prior to moving to the USA in 1992, Kayoko was a producer/director for NHK Japan’s National Public Broadcaster, working on prime time national broadcast current affairs and documentary television programs for seven years; and cultural attaché at the Embassy of Japan in London for two years. Her passion for documentary filmmaking to bridge diverse values … Continued

*A timely re-airing of this early episode with the Bikram documentary airing on Netflix.  Nicole Duke gives us an inside look at one of Bikram’s giant teacher trainings, what it’s like to own a Bikram studio, and the enormous challenges of running a business with his rigid rules. It really is scary how much he … Continued

Katie Brauer, called a “powerhouse yogi and rising leader” by Forbes, is a top wellness educator and expert who combines two decades of experience in somatics, trauma healing, yoga, and mindfulness to create and facilitate transformative experiences. A former professional snowboarder, Katie’s been featured in TEDx, Wanderlust, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Origin, Mantra, Gaiam TV, and more. Through a progressive, results-driven, passion-fueled … Continued

Shannon Roche is the President and CEO of Yoga Alliance.  On this episode, we explore the history of the Yoga Alliance and some of the issues it is addressing today. www.yogaalliance.org

Diamond Dallas Page is a WWE Hall Of Fame wrestler, author, and the creator of DDP Yoga.  Dallas developed the program while experimenting with yoga and things he was learning in rehabilitation after sustaining major damage to his L4 and L5 from wrestling.  In the years that followed, he decided to share what helped him … Continued

Anand Mehrotra is the youngest known spiritual master in the world to develop the Himalayan Yoga tradition in its pure and raw form.  He is from Rishikesh, one of the most sacred towns in India, and recognized as the birth place of Yoga.  Anand is well known in the United States, where he taught continually for … Continued

Denise is an internationally-renowned teacher with more than 35 years of continuous experience on the mat, including studying with and living alongside yoga masters, Dharma Mittra, Sat Jiwan Singh Khalsa, and Yogi Bhajan.  She taught at the famous Yoga Barn in Bali for the last eight years, before moving back to the states in June.  She … Continued

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@alexandriacrowyoga www.yogaphysics.com  @bleavinyoga On this episode: Alex and I don’t always agree and I will say things that likely piss off some of her following She will likely say things that piss off other people We both appreciate the willingness and right for people to be able to say what they believe, whether you believe … Continued

On this edition, we discuss:             *Yoga Alliance Continued  *Dissenting Point Of Views *Co-opting of Conversations *Admitting You Don’t Know *Imposter Syndrome     For more information about Alex:           www.yogaphysics.com  @alexandriacrowyoga

Riley Cote is a former professional ice hockey left winger who played four National Hockey League (NHL) seasons with the Philadelphia Flyers and was mainly known as an enforcer. Upon retiring from the Philadelphia Flyers Riley founded the Hemp Heals Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization that promotes cannabis/hemp as a viable renewable resource, that can … Continued

On this edition, we discuss Yoga Alliance:   *What is the history and origins of YA? *What is their intended purpose? *Have they accomplished what they set out to do? *YA is a non-profit? *New standards for teachers, trainers, and schools?  Alex has an online course called, “Deconstruct to Reconstruct” Find out more information, and … Continued

Bridgetta was the 2013 Harley Davidson Cover Model, and was widely known for her late night infomercials as the “Extenze” Spokesgirl.  She also had a costarring role on Showtime’s hit show, “Californication”.  Continuing to have a prominent male fan base, Bridgetta demonstrated her survival skills in Ted Nugent’s television series, “WANTED: Ted or Alive”.  The … Continued

Bridgetta was the 2013 Harley Davidson Cover Model, and was widely known for her late night infomercials as the “Extenze” Spokesgirl.  She also had a costarring role on Showtime’s hit show, “Californication”.  Continuing to have a prominent male fan base, Bridgetta demonstrated her survival skills in Ted Nugent’s television series, “WANTED: Ted or Alive”.  The … Continued

Kelly has spent the last 19 years becoming an expert in digital, marketing, branding and events. I’ve worked in global businesses, agencies and start-ups across consumer goods, sport, technology and travel.  A few years ago, she trained as a yoga teacher after many years of practice. Kelly continued in marketing, but on a freelance basis … Continued

Hillary Wright is an NYC-based 500 E-RYT international yoga and meditation instructor and the Director of Continuing Education at Y7 Studio. With 10+ years of experience, Hillary has taught over 50,000 students, has led classes and trainings in seven different countries, has certified 250+ yoga instructors and is the creator and leader of Y7 Studio’s … Continued

Kate Van Horn is a Los Angeles based yoga instructor, eating disorder survivor, and lifestyle influencer on a mission to foster community and share wellness practices to heal past wounds and trauma with women. Born and raised in Philadelphia, and recently transplanted to the west coast, Kate is working to help women reclaim their strength … Continued

On this episode, we talk about: Do adjustments make someone feel that they are doing something “wrong”?///Yoga and Cultural Appropriation///When Rage Against the Machine Becomes the Machine///Diversity and Inclusivity in Yoga///Social Media, Behavior in the Virtual World, and how it does or doesn’t translate into the Real World         Please subscribe, rate … Continued

Dave Molidor is the creator of the website www.letsorganizeearth.com and the heavily trafficked Instagram page @theorgonizedearth  Dave is an activist and works to look into and spread information about issues that may have adverse effects on our health.  Some of the topics we address include: *Smart Meters and 5G. *Messages the public is being told about … Continued

On this episode of Side Crow, we explore a variety of topics, including-but not limited to: *Speaking up-which comes with a beneficial side *Speaking up-which comes with taking some heat       *Labeling something that it’s not *In order to break the rules, you must learn the rules *The wackiest things we’ve seen in … Continued

“Side Crow” is a new feature that gives us the opportunity to explore in depth, topics that Alexandria Crow brings to her social and in-person workshops/trainings.  The amazing thing is that she is able to generate so many real, engaged comments on her instagram @alexandriacrowyoga While most posts are scrolled right through with a like, … Continued

Jessamyn is the shiiiiiizzzz.  She has inspired so many people to practice yoga, who may not have ever considered it.  Jessamyn is gay and African American, but she will tell you that she is black and queer.  We talk about words, and the extra weight people are giving them nowadays.  I wouldn’t use the word … Continued

Cheyanne Abolt is a travel junkie and nature enthusiast with a passion for taking her yoga practice off the mat and into the great unknown of adventure. As a Cancer Survivor Cheyanne’s primary focus and philosophy is on the healing properties of life. She believes the union of our hearts with the energy of nature … Continued

Tara Mackey is the best-selling author of Cured by Nature, a soul singer, and a global motivational speaker. She is the Founder and CEO of sustainable companies Genetix and The Organic Life, recognized as one of the Healthiest Companies of the Year. Tara has been honored as Woman of the Year and named one of San … Continued

Tonje is a yoga instructor, entrepreneur, and founder of Oslo, Norway’s, Leela Yoga She was first introduced to yoga in 2001 and has a varied range of practices including vinyasa flow, power yoga, hatha yoga, yin and ashtanga yoga.  Tonje is today a Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor (RYT 500) in Vinyasa Flow Yoga from the School … Continued

Alexandria is an internationally respected yoga instructor who has been featured in major media.  She has appeared in Yoga Journal, been a yoga contributor to Oprah Winfrey’s OWN Network, and the subject of major ad campaigns.  That was the first part of her career, which she now questions in how it may have negatively affected … Continued

For more than 10 years, Carol’s helped thousands of women transform their lives with a unique blend of yoga, meditation, visualization, and tapping (EFT – Emotional Freedom Technique).   In addition to being a yoga instructor, she is a studio owner, and T.V. host.  Her popular studios, Glow Yoga Wellness Studios are located in the Toronto … Continued

This interview is really special to me, because I know Adam and got to train with him when he first started teaching(in Charlotte, NC).  We actually went through the same teacher training at the same studio, just three years apart(me being 3 years later).  I always enjoyed his classes, and there’s no mistake why his … Continued

Chelsea Shell is a world traveling yoga instructor.  Yoga has helped change her life in every possible way.  Her story is one of overcoming some major obstacles, and she is very honest and brave in this talk.  You can check out Chelsea at chelseashellyogatravels.com and on IG @chelseashellyoga  

Antonia is a world traveling yogi and healer from Sweden.  In her work, she supports people in shifting their vibration, their stories and their lives by clearing their energetic field and helping them see truth. Always in service of the highest good, she uses yoga as a tool to transmute, transcend and ascend, manifesting the … Continued

Born and raised in Venice Beach, California, and after traveling around the world, Sarah now lives in Brooklyn, New York.  Being a cancer survivor, artist and food lover she incorporates resiliency, courage and humor in her on-going group, corporate and private classes.  During the past two decades, Sarah has studied with Bryan Kest, Annie Carpenter, Maty Ezraty, Leslie Kaminoff and Nikki Costello having accumulated over … Continued

Nathalie speaks 4 languages, traveled around the world as an Elite model, and danced on tour with Michael Jackson.  She started practicing yoga at age 9 and spent significant time in India training at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute., where she studied under the guidance of Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois and his grandson Sharath Jois.  Currently, Nathalie … Continued