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This one is a personal conversation between friends.Shannon and I have a hard conversation together, and talk about how you can have conversations with friends too. This is one of my favorite conversations ever, and I can't wait for you to hear it.KEY TAKEAWAYS*There are a lot of ways to have a hard conversation. But don't take for granted the powerful act of having hard conversations with your friends. Friends are folks with whom you prioritize your connection over self-serving things. People you are friendly with, don't hold the same weight. For example: you can be friends with your cousin. But the relationship you should have with your boss is “Friendly”*Hard conversations, and social justice conversations, belong in yoga. There is a lot of discourse in our industry around this, and amazing folks like Anjali Rao have been on the podcast talking about this very thing. But consider also this: if yoga can be a process of knowing yourself and knowing others, then hard conversations are a part of that.*Consent in conversations is an absolute must. Everyone needs to be consensual for conversations to flourish–and pushing other people into conversations, or expecting everyone to respond to things that are top of your mind isn't appropriate. These conversations can be had in yoga spaces, but only when everyone is an enthusiastic yes. We all have more fun when that happens.*Change happens in the quiet. I know I have said that before, but it is worth repeating. If you want change to happen don't just show up shouting. Show up to write the permit, arrange the transport, and apply for the grant. *What is your relationship with social media? As I said, I use social media exclusively for business. I have primarily yoga conversations on quite literally all of my channels. But maybe you use social media differently. Please make sure you are conscientious about it, and don't feel pressured to perform on social if that isn't how you show up. RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterShannon's WebsiteFind Taylor Casey
There is so much to dive into in regards to teacher trainings. How long do we train for? Is our system working for us? Are teacher training and deeper learning the same thing?Should I run a “social justice” focused teacher training?Anjali and I get into it all. Take a listen.KEY TAKEAWAYS*Training is a huge responsibility within the industry. And we often have challenges that we need to address when we decide to run teacher training. I have said this before on this series, but many times, people train because they are looking for qualified candidates to work at their studio. Are these ideal conditions for training? I don't know, but it certainly isn't the “my yoga studio can't make it without training” story we are often telling amongst ourselves.*I am SO glad Anjali brought this up. Training yoga teachers and deepening your knowledge of yoga are not the same thing. They should not be in the same program. We need to offer a diverse menu of yoga knowledge enhancement options in our yoga studios–not just only group classes and YTTs. I cannot say this enough times.*So Anjali said something that I want to highlight. It is this idea that a deep yoga practice is something you should “enjoy”. She is right, a lot of yoga is groundbreaking and uncomfortable. While the changes you create as a result of a deep yoga practice can be highly beneficial and enjoyable, the process is hard. And we should be saying anything different.*Hey friends. I know saying things like “social justice” is a great way for you to attract certain people to your doorstep. But there is disrespect at best, and danger at worst when we use the phrase social justice like a marketing term. People deserve better. The black, queer, and disabled communities we support deserve better. Please stop. Thank you so much.*There is no checklist that makes you a good white person in yoga. I am sorry if that is news. But the willingness to have discussions, unpack your own privilege, and as Anjali asks “what else are you doing?” is a great place to start.*This is another one of the things this series has mentioned constantly. Mentorship. If you are an experienced teacher please consider how you can mentor the next generation of yoga teachers so they can have a nurturing and supportive environment to learn the skillset of teaching yoga.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterAnjali's WebsiteFind Taylor CaseySPONSORMidwest Yoga Conference
As we learn in our conversation with Anjali Rao, what we learn of yoga history in our teacher trainings is often limited by the biases of heteropatriarchy, Brahmanism and colonialism. While what we get from our text books might hit many of the major points, this story is just as notable for whom it excludes. For both Jo and Rane, this conversation was a huge recontextualisation of what they thought they knew and a wonderful relearning of yoga history. Anjali Rao is a writer, the host of The Love of Yoga podcast, President of the Board of Directors of Accessible Yoga, and as she shares in our conversation is now beginning a Doctorate of Philosophy and Religion, with a concentration on Women's Spirituality, a trans disciplinary program that delves into a feminist perspective and “explores varied spiritual, ecological, and political perspectives rooted in care for the Earth, each other, and the Sacred.” Anjali is an Indian American immigrant, a cancer survivor and believes that a dedicated practice of yoga in all its expansiveness can alchemize and heal the world by creating ripples of change within and around us. She brings a multi disciplinary approach, integrating yoga philosophy and history, with storytelling, imagery and poetry. She brings an awe inspiring depth of knowledge and potent critical insight to yoga history which makes for a great conversation! LINKS Website: https://www.yoganjali.me/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoganjali/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anjali.rao.509 Use the code MAKFLOW at https://www.makarlu.com/ to receive a 10% discount!
“Yoga is a microcosm of what's happening in every institution, including the judicial system, employment, medical care, all of that. So I'm just creating a small shift, hopefully, in people's perspectives and understandings of the prevalence of caste in Yoga history.” Join us for the captivating season finale of our podcast as Jivana interviews Anjali and they dive into a deep, transformative conversation. In this special episode, Anjali and Jivana discuss: Personal and Professional Changes The motivations and inspirations behind Anjali's decision to pursue her Doctorate this Fall. A sneak peek into Anjali's first book, set to release in Fall 2025. The book tackles profound questions such as: Is there such a thing as non-patriarchal yoga? How does caste intersect with yoga? How is yoga used as a tool of oppression? Pushback and rejections Anjali faced while writing this book and why this topic is crucial in today's world. Zionist backlash Jivana faced and the challenges of dealing with social media criticism. The tough decision to close the non-profit and the significant transitions within Accessible Yoga Free Resources for Teachers We are grateful for the support of our podcast partner OfferingTree — an all-in-one, easy to use business platform for classes, courses, memberships and more. Check it out at www.offeringtree.com/accessibleyoga.
Are there women and non binary practitioners and teachers in yoga history? And if they are a part of yoga history, why dont we know of them? And if they are not a part of history, why not? In this episode celebrating Women's History Month, Anjali shares the complex history of women, femme and gender expansive folks in yoga history. This is a vast topic, so she delves into the following: Four big reasons why there is a paucity of information on ancient femme and women in yoga The necessity of understanding the expansiveness of yoga and the fluidity of gender Highlights of yoga history as it relates to specific yoga traditions and gender Her own story of why she got interested in the topic Want to learn more? Join Anjali, Tristan Katz, and other special guests for YOGA + GENDER: Solidarity as a Practice for Collective Transformation each Thursday May 9th - 30th from 10AM-12PM PST. This 4 week comprehensive series delves into the dynamics of gender in yoga, through history to the present moment. We will explore yoga history as it relates to ancient women, femme, and gender expansive folks through various mediums such as literature, art, and poetry. This inquiry will inform an exploration of the modern yoga context and best practices to cultivate liberation-oriented spaces. We will look at ways in which we practice cross sectional solidarity, and build authentic relationships across differences for collective transformation. Join the interest list. Free Resources for Teachers We are grateful for the support of our podcast partner OfferingTree — an all-in-one, easy to use business platform for classes, courses, memberships and more. Check it out at www.offeringtree.com/accessibleyoga.
"Asking questions is renouncing a bloated sense of one's ego, is an exercise in humility, not as an end in itself but as a springboard for authentic and skillful responses." In the last episode of 2023, Anjali shares about 5 lessons from the first chapter of the Bhagavad Gita: The power and the essentiality of an intentional pause Talk to a friend/Listen to a friend: Connection and relationships are important for collective liberation Asking questions is important for skillful action Finding the Center doesn't mean neutrality Staying engaged in the seeking of your role. The seeking is the practice She also shares a brief background of Mahabharata and the Gita, the relevance of the first chapter during these times, and an invitation for reflection from five lessons from the First chapter. "To ask questions is to be hopeful, honest and true.What can be more vulnerable than saying I don't know?What can be more trusting than saying, can you help me?What can be more loving than offering a listening ear?What can be more courageous than saying, why am I doing this?What can be more important than saying why am I not doing this?This is the last episode of The Love of Yoga podcast for 2023 in which I share some teachings from my favorite chapter, perhaps the most moving one, the first chapter of the Gita, Vishada Yoga." –– Anjali Interested in learning from Anjali Rao? Connect with her on Instagram and be sure to checkout her Upcoming Course: Lighting Up the Path: A Critical Insight into Yoga, Religion, Caste & Race Free Resources for Teachers We are grateful for the support of our podcast partner OfferingTree — an all-in-one, easy to use business platform for classes, courses, memberships and more. Check it out at www.offeringtree.com/accessibleyoga.
"All of the stories from the Bhagavad Gita, it's so clear to me. These are calls to action. We'll even start with ahimsa..." In this episode, Anjali Rao and Tysir Salih discuss the impact of witnessing multiple genocides and wars in real time and how Yoga practitioners can respond to the atrocities in the world. They also speak to how we can show up in solidarity and in alignment with the yogic teachings. Tai Salih (she/her) E-RYT® 500, YACEP®, came to Canada as a refugee in her youth. Today she is the Founder of the Red Ma'at Collective and is currently working towards her designation in Psychotherapy. Her dedicated passion to heal through her own traumas has guided her desire to do more for and within the community. Tai's approach encompasses a compassionate and intersectional lens that is geared towards uplifting and empowering BI&WoC/gender-expansive folx. Tai is an intersectional feminist, who believes in uplift and empowering women/gender-expansive folx through intersectional wellness, therapeutic yoga, and education on trauma healing to build resiliency and autonomy.In this episode, Anjali and Tysir also discuss: Tysir's path in Yoga and experiences as a yoga practitioner/teacher Our impact on situations happening around the world Practices to support you during times of collective grief Practices of both Self care and Collective care Connect with Tai's work here and be sure to follow her on Instagram! Free Resources for Teachers We are grateful for the support of our podcast partner OfferingTree — an all-in-one, easy to use business platform for classes, courses, memberships and more. Check it out at www.offeringtree.com/accessibleyoga.
In today's episode, we have a very special guest, Anjali Rao (she/her). Anjali is a yoga teacher, writer, and podcast host who offers profound insights into the often obscured stories and histories of yoga. An Indian American immigrant and cancer survivor, Anjali beautifully integrates yoga philosophy and history with storytelling, imagery, and poetry. Anjali and I had a thought-provoking conversation about the sociopolitical context of yoga and its historical beginnings. We delve into topics such as the caste system, the intersections of power and access to knowledge, and the erasure of South Asian teachers in modern yoga spaces. In this episode you'll hear: all about Yoga's relationship with the caste system a deep dive into Yoga's relationship with hinduism and other religions how Anjali recommends we can teach and practice yoga with integrity about the political nature of yoga and the connection between spiritual teachings and the pursuit of social change a conversation on ahimsa and its active role in disrupting harm (rather than passive inaction) the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's positionality as a yoga practitioner and teacher Learn More From Anjali: On Instagram At her website On her podcast “The Love of Yoga”
The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 334: Many Shades of Brown in Yoga with Anjali Rao Description: Conversations around race and identity in yoga, especially South Asian identities and the experience of South Asians in the West, tend to be uncomfortable. However, it is still important to give voice to the South Asian experience in yoga and to also talk about how yoga has been shaped by colonialism, capitalism and the Western interpretation of yoga as well as caste, religion, and race. Anjali Rao shares her insights about her experience of being brown in modern yoga. Anjali is a South Asian yoga educator and practitioner who explores histories obscured by patriarchal and colonial narratives. She integrates yoga history and philosophy with storytelling, imagery, and poetry. Anjali highlights that our identity is composed of different parts, which is why it's important for discussions of this topic to be nuanced. She also emphasizes that South Asians are not a monolith and that our lived experience is influenced by our different identities. Anjali provides a summary of the history of yoga, and provides her perspective on how we can embody ahimsa, what social justice has to do with yoga, and much more. Key Takeaways: [6:03] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Anjali Rao. [10:17] What is the work that Anjali does and who does she do it for? [12:41] What are yoga teachers missing in the story of how yoga got to be where it is now? [18:23] What is Anjali's response to people who try to counter bringing attention to our different identities by saying that we are all humans walking this earth and we are all yoga teachers? [20:59] What makes being a brown yoga teacher so difficult and complex right now? [25:36] Anjali shares her perspective on why it's okay to say "namaste" at the end of a yoga class. [28:02] Shannon pops in to share a short anecdote of how OfferingTree has helped her to schedule guests on the podcast. [30:09] How can yoga teachers start doing the work so that they are not simply doing certain actions as a token gesture but rather going deeper than that? [36:14] Anjali shares a brief summary of the history of yoga. [42:34] How did yoga end up in the West in the way that it is shared today? Anjali talks a little about colonialism and the other factors that led to shaping the practice of yoga in the west. [49:16] Shannon and Anjali discuss how we have lost a lot of the essence of yoga in our modern yoga studios. [52:50] What are some baby steps people can take to do this work of liberation and opposing harmful systems? [57:54] Anjali invites us to start normalizing saying we don't know something or that we made a mistake. [60:08] Learn more from Anjali via her podcast. [62:37] Shannon shares her biggest takeaways from this conversation. Links: Anjali Rao The Love of Yoga Podcast with Anjali Rao Reflecting on the Trauma of Caste by Anjali Rao Caley Patrick Nadjiwon Doran - Anishinaabe Interpretive Guide Cape Croker Park website The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 184: Is Yoga Cultural Appropriation? with Shailla Vaidya The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 220: Alternatives to Namaste with Shannon Crow Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals Gratitude to our Sponsor, OfferingTree. Quotes from this episode: "I think the nuances of who we are are lost in the dominant narrative of yoga." "We don't have to shout out in that sense, but we have to know who we are and come from that space of self awareness and discernment." "We're all human beings, but we have completely lived different lived experiences." "We are really not tapping into the potential of yoga, not only for ourselves, but for really creating a community of compassionate, courageous people who can speak against harmful oppressive systems." "There is so much potential in yoga as a practice of liberation, not only for the self, but for the collective."
CardioNerds cofounder Dr. Daniel Ambinder, series co-chair Dr. Dinu Balanescu (FIT, Mayo Clinic), and episode lead Dr. Anjali Rao (FIT, UTSW) discuss training in cardio-oncology with Dr. Stephanie Feldman from Rutgers University. In this episode, the group discusses some of the most burning questions about educating the next wave of cardio-oncologists. As Dr. Feldman mentions, the projected number of cancer survivors is predicted to be around 24 million by 2024, underscoring the growing importance of cardio-oncology in our practice. We highlight some of the challenges facing trainees and training programs alike, including how to integrate cardio-oncology education into general cardiology training, the optimal structure for an advanced cardio-oncology fellowship, and the role of cardio-oncology in the inpatient setting. We also talk about the takeaways from the ACC Cardio-Oncology Leadership Council document. Dr. Feldman reflects on the importance of flexibility in education in the current landscape, drawing on her personal experience as a cardio-oncologist during the COVID-19 era. Notes were drafted by Dr. Anjali Rao. Audio editing was performed by student doctor, Shivani Reddy. This episode is supported by a grant from Pfizer Inc. This CardioNerds Cardio-Oncology series is a multi-institutional collaboration made possible by contributions of stellar fellow leads and expert faculty from several programs, led by series co-chairs, Dr. Giselle Suero Abreu, Dr. Dinu Balanescu, and Dr. Teodora Donisan. Pearls • Notes • References • Production Team CardioNerds Cardio-Oncology PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Pearls and Quotes - Cardio-Oncology: Training and Future Directions It may be possible to achieve “COCATS level 2” cardio-oncology training during general cardiology fellowship. A dedicated cardio-oncology year may appeal to trainees who want to achieve “COCATS level 3”, i.e., dedicate their practice to caring for patients with complex cardio-oncology needs, become involved in clinical trials, and lead cardio-oncology clinical and training programs. Supplemental learning opportunities for general fellows can include: Rotating in a cardio-oncology clinic, ideally attached to a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center Multi-modality cardiac imaging Participating in cardio-oncology research Some currently available educational opportunities include:The International Cardio-Oncology Society (ICOS) weekly webinarsThe American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) webinars on global longitudinal strainThe American Society of Nuclear Cardiology lecture series on cardiac amyloidosis Cardio-oncology focused conferences, such as the American College of Cardiology's (ACC) Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient and Memorial Sloan Kettering's Cardio-Oncology Symposium. Each institution may have different inpatient cardio-oncology needs depending on whether there is a stand-alone cancer hospital or another format. Examples of inpatient consults that may benefit from having a cardio-oncologist involved include:Cardiovascular risk assessment prior to bone marrow transplant or cancer related surgery in a patient with known coronary artery diseaseImmune checkpoint inhibitor myocarditisChemotherapy-related cardiac dysfunction Management of systemic anticoagulation in a patient with high CHA2DS2-VASc and chemotherapy related thrombocytopenia. Show notes - Cardio-Oncology: Training and Future Directions The need for cardio-oncology experience is undeniable given the growing population of patients with cancer and cardiovascular disease, particularly given the number of anti-neoplastic therapies with potential cardiovascular side effects. There are several strategies for incorporating cardio-oncolo...
“We have to get to the root of the root of the root and actually heal that if we wanna create something different, and if we want to create conditions for us all to be free, that's the conversation…I think the core is the same in every book I've written thus far: Are we gonna do what we need to do to get free?” —Michelle C. Johnson In this episode, Michelle joins Tristan Katz as Tristan begins a summer podcast takeover for Anjali Rao! Michelle Cassandra Johnson is an activist, social justice warrior, author, anti-racism consultant and trainer, intuitive healer, and yoga teacher and practitioner. She has led dismantling racism work in many settings for over two decades and has a background and two decades of practice as a clinical social worker. Michelle's work centers on healing from individual and collective trauma, coming back into wholeness, and aligning the mind, body, spirit, and heart. This conversation explores many themes relating to Michelle's books, including: The role of collective trauma and collective healing Disruption while staying committed to balance Feeling and honoring our individual heartbreak while challenging systems …and more Be sure to check out Michelle's most recent book, We Heal Together: Rituals & Practices for Building Community & Connection, and pre-order her upcoming book, A Space for Us: A Guide for Leading Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Affinity Groups! You can connect with Michelle through her website and Instagram—she has lots of amazing upcoming events and offerings so be sure to check those out and support her work. For those new to Tristan, you can learn more about them on their website and you'll find them on Instagram as well. Free Resources for Teachers We are grateful for the support of our podcast partner OfferingTree — an all-in-one, easy to use business platform for classes, courses, memberships and more. They also offer FREE resources and webinars for yoga teachers — check it out at www.offeringtree.com/accessibleyoga.
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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 307: Taking Diet-Culture Out of Ayurveda with Diane Finlayson Description: One of the harmful messages that we get in the broader health and wellness industry and in the yoga world is arounddiet culture. How does it show up in Ayurveda as well, and what can we do about it? Diane Finlayson shares her insights. Diane Finlayson has been educating yoga teachers, therapists, ayurvedic and meditation facilitators for the past 20 years. Diane recently retired from her service at MUIH (Maryland University of Integrative Health) as the Department Chair for Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda. Prior to that, Diane had 3 yoga studios and ran YTT 200/300 Ayurveda trainings as well as meditation facilitator trainings for 15 years. Diane also serves the recovery community in her private practice. Diane explains what Ayurveda is and how colonization has affected Ayurveda. She highlights the differences in practice between North America and India, and the scope of practice of different practitioners in the industry and what to be aware of before working with someone in Ayurveda. Diane also shares more about the ways in which diet culture can show up, what she does when she sees it online, and how people interested in adopting Ayurvedic practices can learn and integrate them in their lives more safely. Key Takeaways: [3:14] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Diane Finlayson. [7:29] What does Diane do and who does she do it for? [8:06] How does Diane feel about all the changes in her life at this time, especially around retirement? [9:29] What is Ayurveda? Diane shares a little about the history of Ayurveda and the impact colonization had on it. [14:28] Diane explains how Ayurveda is shared and consumed in North America. [16:05] The scope of practice in Ayurveda around talking to people about food is really blurred. Diane explains how you can be aware of what you're getting into and how to check the credentials of a practitioner. [19:41] Diane highlights some of the different levels of practitioners you might encounter and what they might offer. [22:23] What is orthorexia? [27:08] What are some things Diane wishes yoga teachers knew about orthorexia? [30:06] Shannon pops in to share some news about OfferingTree. [33:19] What are Diane's thoughts about how we talk about the food that we're putting into our own bodies? [37:55] What was it like for Diane deciding which of her teacher's recommendations to follow? [41:01] Whether you're teaching yoga or sharing Ayurveda, how can you encourage agency with our students? [44:58] Shannon reflects that in a lot of our relationships as yoga teachers or Ayurveda practitioners, the other person may be looking for you to tell them what to do. [45:43] Rather than approaching with an attitude of understanding and certainty, try keeping curiosity at the forefront. [47:01] Where does Diane recommend going to learn more about Ayurveda? [49:46] What is something that has really impacted Diane or the people she works with? [53:14] Connect with Diane on social media to continue this conversation. [53:55] What does Diane do when she sees harmful comments or perspectives shared online? [56:31] Shannon shares her biggest takeaways from this episode. [58:50] Please leave the podcast a review on iTunes! [60:03] Hang out with Shannon in real-time online in the Pelvic Health Professionals membership. Links: Diane Finlayson on LinkedIn The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 292 with Jessica Grosman & Elyssa Toomey The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 303: Ayurveda for Better Digestion with Mona Warner The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 248: Ayurveda is All About Self-Care with Chara Caruthers The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 128: Ayurveda, Doshas & Yoga with Angela Glaz National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America The Love of Yoga Podcast with Anjali Rao The Love of Yoga Podcast with Anjali Rao Episode 01. The Trauma of Caste with Thenmozhi Soundararajan The Spirituality of Imperfection: Storytelling and the Search for Meaning, by Ernest Kurtz and Katherine Ketcham The Ayurvedic Institute Himalayan Institute Arsha Vidya Gurukulam College of Ayurveda in California California College of Ayurveda Dr. Sunil Joshi David Frawley The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Team Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group OfferingTree on Instagram OfferingTree on Facebook Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. Quotes from this episode: "Diet culture has already put so many rules and weirdness in place on individuals that [orthorexia] is just one more flavor of eating disorder that can take hold." "When a person can be curious and mindful about their lived experience, they can, in my opinion, better care for themselves because they have a deeper connection to self." "It's about understanding how this digestive system we have operates and being able to support it in doing its job." "I think people create a lot of more suffering for themselves than they need."
In this final episode of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, Anjali and Jivana discuss: What does it mean to make yoga accessible? The danger of oversimplifying a yoga practice The importance of reflecting on who we see as “experts” in yoga How caste still influences yoga today The nuances of saying “I'm not the teacher for everyone” Accessible Yoga Association's newest podcast - For the Love of Yoga with Anjali Rao
In this final episode of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, Anjali and Jivana discuss: What does it mean to make yoga accessible? The danger of oversimplifying a yoga practice The importance of reflecting on who we see as “experts” in yoga How caste still influences yoga today The nuances of saying “I'm not the teacher for everyone” Accessible Yoga Association's newest podcast - For the Love of Yoga with Anjali Rao
In this episode, I interviewed Anjali Rao. Anjali (she/her) is a Yoga educator who offers a critical lens into the teachings of yoga in service to the challenges of the times we live in. Her work offers insight into the Yoga stories and histories that have been obscured by heteropatriarchy and colonization . She brings an intersectional lens in integrating yoga philosophy and history, with storytelling, imagery and poetry. She is an Indian American immigrant, a cancer survivor and believes that a dedicated practice of yoga in all its expansiveness can alchemize and heal the world by creating ripples of change within and around us. She is an aspiring writer, President of the Board of Directors of Accessible Yoga, an international non profit organization dedicated to sharing the teachings and benefits of yoga with those who have been marginalized. On the podcast we dove into some of her work and put a spotlight on October's upcoming Accessible Yoga Conference.Related Link: January workshop with Anjali on the Bhagavad GitaSupport the showConnect with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy Email us: info@innerpeaceyogatherapy.com Website Instagram Facebook
In this Season 2 finale, Amber and Jivana discuss: Their lives and current challenges How our activism and practice is showing up for us in this moment Amber's bike reels on instagram Themes from Season 2: Community Care/Sharing Power/Community Collaboration Shift from top down teaching to community led Jivana's remixes on instagram The current contemporary yoga world is complex, shifting to local Not getting caught up in a binary of “advanced” vs gentle How Accessible Yoga is often misused to make us fit in rather than to celebrate our differences and individuality Encouraging students to find individuality in community Marginalized folks are some of our greatest innovators Your difference is your superpower Safety and inclusion in yoga Be sure to visit past episodes with our amazing guests like: Matthew Sanford, Nischala Devi, Michelle Cassandra Johnson, Octavia Raheem, Jacoby Ballard, Marlysa Sullivan, Reggie Hubbard What Accessible Yoga Association is up to: New online Accessible Yoga Community, ambassadors get first access (join here) Accessible Yoga Community Studio - online studio where people can study with teacher leaders from the AY community, dedicated AY content Conference coming up, Moving from Me to We, October 14-16 Pre-conference intensive on Increasing Accessibility - Matthew Sanford, Natalie Tabilo, Ryan McGraw, Donna Noble, and Jivana Upcoming monthly themes: August: Yoga & Environmental Justice, September: Yoga & Cancer Amber's term as President of AYA's board of directors is up, Anjali Rao stepping up as our new president
In this Season 2 finale, Amber and Jivana discuss: Their lives and current challenges How our activism and practice is showing up for us in this moment Amber's bike reels on instagram Themes from Season 2: Community Care/Sharing Power/Community Collaboration Shift from top down teaching to community led Jivana's remixes on instagram The current contemporary yoga world is complex, shifting to local Not getting caught up in a binary of “advanced” vs gentle How Accessible Yoga is often misused to make us fit in rather than to celebrate our differences and individuality Encouraging students to find individuality in community Marginalized folks are some of our greatest innovators Your difference is your superpower Safety and inclusion in yoga Be sure to visit past episodes with our amazing guests like: Matthew Sanford, Nischala Devi, Michelle Cassandra Johnson, Octavia Raheem, Jacoby Ballard, Marlysa Sullivan, Reggie Hubbard What Accessible Yoga Association is up to: New online Accessible Yoga Community, ambassadors get first access (join here) Accessible Yoga Community Studio - online studio where people can study with teacher leaders from the AY community, dedicated AY content Conference coming up, Moving from Me to We, October 14-16 Pre-conference intensive on Increasing Accessibility - Matthew Sanford, Natalie Tabilo, Ryan McGraw, Donna Noble, and Jivana Upcoming monthly themes: August: Yoga & Environmental Justice, September: Yoga & Cancer Amber's term as President of AYA's board of directors is up, Anjali Rao stepping up as our new president
It's ep 73 and we're working for change this week – in the world around us... and in ourselves – when Jo Stanley and Anjali Rao talk to some women doing the heavy lifting.Antoinette Lattouf, journalist and author of ‘How to Lose Friends and Influence White People' is working to make Australia's media less white and to try to get everyone to acknowledge their racial bias.Vanessa Hamilton is a Sex Educator and Author and she joins us to chat about her new Book 'Kit and Arlo Find a Way' which aims to teach kids about consent through stories thy can relate to.And then finally, we learn how to change our physicality and fitness, as we get the run-down on returning to exercise after COVID, with rehab physiotherapist Camilla Griffin and meet her pet snake called.... Natalie!Don't forget to ☎️ Join the conversation live each Tuesday morning 9-10am AEST on the phones too on 1300 8 BROADAND... join us live by commenting on the FB or Youtube .. you know we love to hear what you have to say!.. Oh and feel free to tell your friends about us!Find out more at www.broadradio.com.auFollow us on FB and watch live www.facebook.com/BroadRadioAusOr Subscribe at Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOjourcDAVPhXcGBoEKxPDQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you've ever wondered about the connection between yoga and social justice, and if you've ever wondered how the teachings of yoga invite us into the work of activism, tuning into this conversation with Anjali Rao (she/her) is a must. Anjali is a yoga educator and social justice activist. She's also a cancer survivor who began to connect with the practices of yoga in the aftermath of her cancer diagnosis. Now, years later, she can look back on her winding professional and personal path and see the ways in which it's all connected, all interwoven, informing her current work in the world. This conversation asks, “how can we hold ourselves with accountability and with compassion; how can we remain hopeful while also staying committed to change?”Tune in to hear us talk about...The calling Anjali felt to make her life meaningful and her beginnings in outreach work and socio-political campaigningThe ways in which she saw the texts of yoga to be deeply problematic, along with her growing awareness that certain people have access to yoga spaces while others do notHer determination to disrupt systems of oppression and how she leverages her privilege while also learning to call people in and up in an effort to make small ripples of changeHow the Bhagavad Gita can be considered a story of social location, privilege, identity, and marginalization...and more!Connect with Anjali:Anjali's websiteAnjali's InstagramAnjali's Yoga & Activism 2022 course on the Accessible Yoga Training School platformPeople and organizations mentioned in this episode:Tejal PatelAccessible Yoga Training SchoolSusanna BarkatakiYou can support this podcast by joining us on Patreon! Be sure to subscribe on Apple or Spotify, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple. We'd also love for you to take a screenshot of where the episode resonates with you and tag us in your Instagram stories at @alltfinpodcast, @tristankatzcreative, and @laurenkayroberts.Here's where you can view a transcript of this episode of ALL THE F*CK IN.Thanks to Son of Nun and DJ Mentos for the music. You can find their work at sonofnun.bandcamp.com and djmentos.com.
Hey guys this week on the podcast we are discussing :- The Real Housewives of MIAMI (RHOM)- Is Kanye West getting Back With Kim kardashian?- Love Island Australia- Christina Aguilera V Britney Spears - The Real Housewives of Melbourne - Wendy William's Heath - Raquel Leviss (The Queen) Please give us a follow & review on Apple Podcast, Spotify, i-heart radio or where ever you get your podcasts from!Also give us a follow on insta - https://www.instagram.com/trashytvpodcast/?hl=enThanks heaps for listening :)
Gamble Breaux joins Jacques to discuss all the drama going down on the Real Housewives of Melbourne's fifth season. She shares her thoughts on Anjali Rao quitting the show, how the new girls are fitting in, which former Housewives could return next season and much more. Before that, Jacques gets into the BS rumours that Selling Sunset's Christine Quinn faked her pregnancy, Porsha Williams making man-stealing a storyline on her new spin-off, Lisa Vanderpump sending Peter Madrigal after Kyle Richards and more. For more content, subscribe to Unpopular on Patreon! You get access to bonus episodes and get to help keep Unpopular's lights on. On Patreon I share things that are way too messy for the main show! https://www.patreon.com/unpopularjp TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro / Selling Sunset 13:00 Porsha's spin-off 18:30 Peter Madrigal vs Kyle Richards 22:00 RHOMelbourne break-in scandal 30:00 Gamble Breaux interview Please support the show if possible by leaving a five star review on Podchaser or Apple, Joining Patreon or donating to Buy Me a Coffee. FOLLOW UNPOPULAR: https://www.instagram.com/unpopularjp/ https://twitter.com/unpopularjp FOLLOW GAMBLE: https://twitter.com/GambleBreaux https://www.instagram.com/gamble_breaux/ Barrenjoey Road music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozjfv9xskeI See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gasbagging fave, Stephen Mangion joins Dan Morrison to cover the (not so) shocking exit of Anjali Rao from Real Housewives of Melbourne. They unpack Cherry's closet scene before heading to Vail to meet up with our dear Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Dan & Stephen then go full bush as they unpack Real Housewives of Ultimate Girls Trip. Quick Thoughts on Real Housewives of Potomac, Vanderpump Rules, Below Deck & Made In Chelsea. Follow Stephen on Instagram Follow Gasbagging on Instagram & TikTok
Hey guys this week on the podcast we are discussing :- Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson are officially DATING- Love Island Australia- Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello Break UP- The Real Housewives of Melbourne (RHOM)- Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson dating?- Big Brother VIP & Jess Power - Astroworld disaster - Tanya From the Block Gives First Interview Since cheating scandal!! - Vanderpump Rules Please give us a follow on Apple Podcast, Spotify, i-heart radio or where ever you get your podcasts from!Also give us a follow on insta - https://www.instagram.com/trashytvpodcast/?hl=enThanks heaps for listening :)
Anjali Rao from The Real Housewives of Melbourne is our special guest as we talk all things TV and get the inside goss on making a hit reality TV show. In this episode:· 1.30 – Anjali Rao on making The Real Housewives Of Melbourne and the shocking twist coming this Sunday· 17.53 – Nine's programming boss says too many shows rely on celebrities· 23.10 – Channel 10 defends The Project in a very bizarre way· 29.18 – Is Lisa Wilkinson a ‘shameless media whore'?· 35.52 – Ita Buttrose defends her ABC and takes no prisoners· 40.29 – Ratings Wrap· 48.00 – Hatches & Dispatches· 49.00 – TV BingeboxSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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This week's guest is Anjali Rao, a yoga teacher, social justice activist, community organizer, multi-cultural training specialist, and cancer survivor. Anjali is an Indian American from Bangalore, India. Her work explores yoga philosophy and history, integrating marginalized voices using storytelling, imagery, and poetry. Jivana and Anjali discuss the intersection of yoga and social justice in the context of the modern world, capitalism, and the yogic texts (the Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras). Anjali also offers her wisdom about how to use our yoga practice to "bridge divides" within our many communities.Learn more about Anjali.Follow Anjali for inspiration on Instagram. Learn more about Jivana's book.Learn more about Jivana.Pre-order your copy of Yoga Revolution at Shambala, Amazon, or wherever books are sold.
Anjali Rao - aka 'Kerry' in Chris Thrall's Hong Kong memoir 'Eating Smoke' - is a global television news anchor and broadcast journalist. She also stars as a housewife on The Real Housewives of Melbourne and hosts the nightly news, current affairs and entertainment program “The Anj, Rob and Robbo Show”. Anjali has spent over 25 years in television journalism, as an anchor and correspondent for CNN International, Sky News UK, Channel 5 UK as well as hosting The Project and Studio 10 on Australia's Channel Ten and for several years on SBS One public affairs program Dateline. She won the top prize at the 2004 Amnesty International Human Rights Press Awards. In 2009, she was named Best Current Affairs Presenter at the Asian Television Awards while anchoring at CNN. Anjali also fronted CNN's flagship celebrity chat show TalkAsia, interviewing household names such as U.S President Bill Clinton, the Dalai Lama, Kobe Bryant, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Karl Lagerfeld, Rihanna, Kevin Spacey, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Roger Federer among many others Read 'Eating Smoke: One Man's D escent into Crystal Meth Psychosis in Hong Kong's Triad Heartland.' Paperback UK: https://amzn.to/2YoeaPx Paperback US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0993543944 Support the podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-our-veterans-to-tell-their-story https://paypal.me/TeamThrall Sign up for my NON-SPAM newsletter and FREE books: https://christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Social media Links: https://facebook.com/christhrall https://twitter.com/christhrall https://instagram.com/chris.thrall https://linkedin.com/in/christhrall https://youtube.com/christhrall https://discord.gg/yqvHRUN https://christhrall.com
It's episode 28 or Broad Radio on the Go!This week we're heading to Queensland to meet some women who are all about giving a helping hand, helping with confidence, self esteem and mental health, Join Jo Stanley and Anjali Rao as we chat withNatalie Angel from Let Me Try Before You Buy, a powerhouse who's helping us shop online with confidence - because fashion isn't always our friend!And the wonderful Natasha Johnston, founder of Drought Angels, an organization that's helping farming families get through the toughest of times.Plus comedian Nelly Thomas, shares her bumpy start to dating over 40.(on yes there is just a tiny little bit of swearing in this one!)Don't forget to ☎️ Join the conversation live each Tuesday morning 9-10am AEST on the phones too on 1300 8 BROADAND...Find out more at www.broadradio.com.auFollow us on FB and watch live www.facebook.com/BroadRadioAusOr Subscribe at Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOjourcDAVPhXcGBoEKxPDQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Episode 39 of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, Amber Karnes sits down with Anjali Rao to discuss the connection between yoga and activism. Anjali Rao is a yoga teacher, social justice activist, multi-cultural training specialist, and a cancer survivor. She is an Indian American immigrant from Bangalore, India. Her work explores yoga philosophy and history integrating marginalized voices using storytelling, imagery and poetry. In this interview, Amber and Anjali discuss the history of activism in yoga, including how yoga philosophy and social justice are connected. For folks who are hesitant to step into the space of activism or call themselves an activist, this interview is for you. Anjali addresses the role of the activist and discusses how we can build capacity for resilience using our practice. Finally, she discusses her new course with the Accessible Yoga Training School, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment now! In this episode: Anjali introduces herself and talks about her work in the world How are yoga and activism connected historically? What is the lineage of yoga and activism? Yoga Is a container of practices, thoughts, concepts which can build capacity & resilience for activism Yoga helps us be aligned with our deepest dharma Yoga is about expansion of consciousness: what are you using your expanded consciousness to accomplish? How your social location is connected to your dharma Who is an activist? What “counts” as activism? How perfectionism and black-and-white thinking hold us back Rituals and practices that can anchor us in our purpose The importance of community for activists Anjali's course, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment through June 19 A call to action for all of us Show notes and links can be found at accessibleyogatraining.com.
In Episode 39 of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, Amber Karnes sits down with Anjali Rao to discuss the connection between yoga and activism. Anjali Rao is a yoga teacher, social justice activist, multi-cultural training specialist, and a cancer survivor. She is an Indian American immigrant from Bangalore, India. Her work explores yoga philosophy and history integrating marginalized voices using storytelling, imagery and poetry. In this interview, Amber and Anjali discuss the history of activism in yoga, including how yoga philosophy and social justice are connected. For folks who are hesitant to step into the space of activism or call themselves an activist, this interview is for you. Anjali addresses the role of the activist and discusses how we can build capacity for resilience using our practice. Finally, she discusses her new course with the Accessible Yoga Training School, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment now! In this episode: Anjali introduces herself and talks about her work in the world How are yoga and activism connected historically? What is the lineage of yoga and activism? Yoga Is a container of practices, thoughts, concepts which can build capacity & resilience for activism Yoga helps us be aligned with our deepest dharma Yoga is about expansion of consciousness: what are you using your expanded consciousness to accomplish? How your social location is connected to your dharma Who is an activist? What “counts” as activism? How perfectionism and black-and-white thinking hold us back Rituals and practices that can anchor us in our purpose The importance of community for activists Anjali's course, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment through June 19 A call to action for all of us Show notes and links can be found at accessibleyogatraining.com.
In Episode 39 of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, Amber Karnes sits down with Anjali Rao to discuss the connection between yoga and activism. Anjali Rao is a yoga teacher, social justice activist, multi-cultural training specialist, and a cancer survivor. She is an Indian American immigrant from Bangalore, India. Her work explores yoga philosophy and history integrating marginalized voices using storytelling, imagery and poetry. In this interview, Amber and Anjali discuss the history of activism in yoga, including how yoga philosophy and social justice are connected. For folks who are hesitant to step into the space of activism or call themselves an activist, this interview is for you. Anjali addresses the role of the activist and discusses how we can build capacity for resilience using our practice. Finally, she discusses her new course with the Accessible Yoga Training School, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment now! In this episode: Anjali introduces herself and talks about her work in the world How are yoga and activism connected historically? What is the lineage of yoga and activism? Yoga Is a container of practices, thoughts, concepts which can build capacity & resilience for activism Yoga helps us be aligned with our deepest dharma Yoga is about expansion of consciousness: what are you using your expanded consciousness to accomplish? How your social location is connected to your dharma Who is an activist? What “counts” as activism? How perfectionism and black-and-white thinking hold us back Rituals and practices that can anchor us in our purpose The importance of community for activists Anjali's course, Yoga & Activism: A Blueprint for Collective Transformation, which is open for enrollment through June 19 A call to action for all of us Show notes and links can be found at accessibleyogatraining.com.
We take a two-week break and the TV industry explodes with big stories. Luckily, we’re back to bring you our insights and commentary. Molk is also back to deliver his recommendations on what to watch and Sarah’s running late (even though she’s literally 2 feet away on her boathouse). In this episode:· 1.47 – More developments in the Neighbours racism allegations· 8.48 – Byron Bay residents take on streaming giant Netflix· 17.17 – Seven’s big glossy presentation showcasing their Olympic coverage plans· 23.06 – The ratings race hots up as MAFS ends and MasterChef and Lego Masters begin· 29.53 – Amazon Prime spends up big on its LOTR series· 36.49 – Seven announces the cast for SAS Australia· 41.44 – Hatches & Dispatches· 43.28 – INTERVIEW – Real Housewives of Melbourne star Anjali Rao· 52.08 TV Bingebox Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-blackbox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
How do you love and accept your body more? On This episode of Broad Radio On the Go, Jo Stanley and Anjali Rao meet Mary Minus, entrepreneur and founder of Melbourne's brand new 'Sense of Self' bathhouse, and find out how the humble bathhouse can help you change your mind and concept of how you look.Now that Job keeper has ended where do you stand financially and what help do you need? Christina Hobbs, CEO, Verve Super talks COVID recovery and getting your finances in order.We make a call to the bottom of the world, and catch up with Esther Rodewald , the station leader for the next 12 months at Davis Station in Antarctica. What's it like? What does she miss? And how did she get there?Plus we hear from two of our broads, sharing their tales of taking a chance on taking an entirely different path in their careers.Join Jo Stanley and Anjali Rao for fun, insight and a trip to the ends of the earth!Don't forget to join the conversation, every Tuesday morning 9-10am AEST CALL US on 1300 8 BROAD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anjali Rao - Television JournalistAnjali has spent over 20 years working in the top tiers of television journalism. After working as a presenter and anchor for Sky News and CNN International, Anjali won the top prize in the 2004 Amnesty International Human Rights Press Award and was named Best Current Affairs Presenter at the Asian Television Awards.Anjali also hosted CNN's flagship chat show TalkAsia, speaking with household names such as the Dalai Lama, Rihanna, Bill Clinton, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin Spacey, and is a regular guest panellist on The Project and Studio 10.On today's episode of The Daily Talk Show, we discuss: - Short term memory - Misrepresenting news - Improv- Broadcasting your opinion on air- Names and pronunciations- Sweaty celebs- Media consumption- Riot Act on Audible - Thinking about the audience- The future of journalismAnjali on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anjalinicola/Riot Act: audible.com.au/pd/Riot-Act-Audiobook/B081VGWJLGAnjali's book recommendation: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/against-all-odds-9781760890957Watch and listen to this episode of The Daily Talk Show at https://thedailytalkshow.com/544Email us: hi@thedailytalkshow.comSend us mail: PO BOX 400, Abbotsford VIC 3067The Daily Talk Show is an Australian talk show and daily podcast by Tommy Jackett and Josh Janssen. Tommy and Josh chat about life, creativity, business, and relationships — big questions and banter. Regularly visited by guests and gronks! If you watch the show or listen to the podcast, you're part of the Gronk Squad.This podcast is produced by BIG MEDIA COMPANY. Find out more at https://bigmediacompany.com/
WE MADE AN AUDIO SITCOM! — It's called Riot Act and is out today on Audible. https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Riot-Act-Audiobook/B081VGWJLG?qid=1575317103&sr=1-1&pf_rd_p=771c6463-05d7-4981-9b47-920dc34a70f1&pf_rd_r=H1WJX9FR94HJ36GAQR9H&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1 Over the last couple of yearsMark Humphries, Evan Williams and I have been writing a sitcom set in the world of conservative talkback radio. It's not so much a workplace comedy but a story about ambition, and politics at the extremes. With the support of Audible we made it into an 8-part sitcom for your ears (we only did the sound, the images are created by your own mind – it's cheaper that way), beating all the odds for making long-form narrative comedy in Australia. And check out this list of incredible performers:Liv HewsonTony MartinAnjali RaoGretel KilleenRupert DegasHeather MitchellMarc FennellBridie ConnelRobbie McGregorVeronica MilsomRosie WaterlandWendy HarmerJordan RaskopoulosClarke RichardsAsh WilliamsSandra SullyHugh RimmintonHamish MacdonaldPenny GreenhalghAnthony SalameIndira NaidooBen FordhamAngela Lavoirpierre.. plus a gazillion more including Mark Humphries and Dan Ilic (Me) We had a wonderful script editor in David K. Barnes (Wooden Overcoats) and an epic restructure and rewrite from Kacie Anning (The Other Guy). We made it with the incredible audio studio Uncanny Valley under the diligent supervision of Matt Perrot who built out the complex soundscape. So this podcast, Mark Humphries, Evan Williams and I had a chat about how and why we made Riot Act – with a call to Anjali Rao and Matt Perrot for some behind the scenes context. It was a real thrill for us to make it, and a privilege to work with our heroes and friends to create something we're very proud of. It's free if you're an Audible subscriber — you can get a 30day free trial if you're not — Riot Act is only 186 minutes so, you know, plenty of time to listen to it a few times, and leave a scathing review: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Riot-Act-Audiobook/B081VGWJLG?qid=1575317103&sr=1-1&pf_rd_p=771c6463-05d7-4981-9b47-920dc34a70f1&pf_rd_r=H1WJX9FR94HJ36GAQR9H&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1You can listen to Riot Act here — A Rational Fear on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ARationalFear See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.