Podcasts about Bikram Yoga

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“There's never a perfect time. Just begin.” In this episode of The RebelRebel Podcast, host Michael Dargie welcomes Steven Foster, the founder of One Golden Nugget, to share his remarkable journey through entrepreneurship, personal struggle, and self-discovery. From sleeping in his office during lockdown to creating a global platform that collects and shares wisdom nuggets, Steven's story is as inspiring as it is humbling. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. Steven takes listeners back to his early days when his entrepreneurial spirit first sparked. He started by replicating cassette tapes for dance music enthusiasts in the UK, which quickly scaled into a million-dollar business. His journey then veered into the world of music promotion and large-scale dance events, before crashing into bankruptcy. From there, Steven reinvented himself as a songwriter, securing deals with Universal Music and collaborating with major artists. Yet, the rollercoaster continued—his ventures in digital marketing agencies followed a similar pattern of rapid growth and collapse. At his lowest point—broke and living in his office during the pandemic—Steven had an idea: to collect and share people's most valuable pieces of wisdom. Thus, One Golden Nugget was born. What started as a personal project turned into a life-changing platform, transforming both Steven's life and the lives of those who shared their insights. Throughout the conversation, Steven emphasizes the power of kindness, slowing down, and trusting the journey. He stresses the importance of niching down, taking massive action, and embracing failure as part of the entrepreneurial adventure. He shares his belief that true happiness is rooted in kindness, and that the greatest gift is simply waking up each day. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or a “rebel in waiting,” Steven's story will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose and a pocket full of golden nuggets. Cool Things Steven Says “Kindness is the route to happiness.” “Don't boil the ocean. Find your niche and own it.”  “There's never a perfect time. Just begin.”  “You have nothing to lose.” “Be the love—in everything you do.”  Episode Highlights Steven's early days: cassette tape duplication turned million-dollar business.  The rise and fall of Dreamscape, his large-scale dance music events company. His time as a cleaner, learning humility after losing everything. Transition into songwriting, working with Pop Idol and X Factor contestants. The birth of One Golden Nugget during the COVID-19 lockdown. The power of kindness and faith as drivers for success. “Don't rush; there's no destination.” Why niching down is key to sustainable business. Bikram hot yoga as a life-changing practice. The importance of clean eating for sustained energy. The gift of simply waking up each day. Links from the Episode •One Golden Nugget: https://www.onegoldennugget.com/ Bikram Hot Yoga: https://www.bikramyoga.com/ Eddie Health & Fitness (Nutrition Advice on Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/eddie_abbew/ Kennedy Space Center (Event Mention): https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/ Hosted by: Michael Dargie THEREBELREBELPODCAST.COM | LINKEDIN.COM Get Your Copy of Michael's Book: "BrandJitsu™: Move Your Brand From 'Meh' To Memorable" Indigo | Barnes & Noble | MichaelDargie.com

This episode is brought to you by Strong Coffee Company, State & Liberty and Cured Nutrition. Bikram Yoga successor Laju Choudhury takes us on a journey through the world of Bikram Yoga, sharing her personal experiences and insights into this transformative and unique yoga practice. As the daughter of the practice's founder, Laju's firsthand account reveals how Bikram Yoga's unique 26-posture sequence and heated environment offer a challenging yet rewarding path to enhanced flexibility, detoxification, and improved circulation. She candidly discusses the efforts she and her brother are making to rebrand and preserve the essence of Bikram Yoga, addressing past controversies head-on while celebrating the practice's global appeal. We explore the profound benefits of Bikram Yoga, delving into its capacity to improve both physical and mental well-being. The structured postures and rigorous 90-minute sessions offer a holistic approach to health, impacting everything from skeletal alignment to organ detoxification. Laju illuminates the integration of mindfulness and the importance of balancing exercises in daily routines, offering listeners insights into how this practice can lead to mental clarity and physical resilience. Her thoughtful reflections guide us through common misconceptions about yoga, providing a fresh perspective on pain management and incremental progress. Laju also shares her journey within the Bikram Yoga community, from growing up with influential parents to venturing into fashion, reflecting a deep connection to her roots. The concept of "moving ever forward" resonates throughout our conversation, emphasizing resilience, personal growth, and the power of yoga as a constant in an ever-changing world. As we discuss the rigorous training required to become a Bikram yoga instructor, we highlight the importance of teaching strategies that focus on personal growth and self-realization. Join us as we uncover the lessons and inspirations within Bikram Yoga, encouraging listeners to embrace challenges and harness their strength to move forward with positivity and purpose. Follow Laju @__laju__ Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- In this episode we discuss... (00:00) Bikram Yoga Successor Shares Her Personal Journey (15:06) Bikram Yoga Benefits and Essentials (22:53) Philosophy and What Makes the Practice Unique  (30:15) History and Health Benefits of Bikram Yoga (39:44) Bikram Yoga Training and New Business Challenges Bringing it Back to the World (01:04:25) Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Save 15% on organic coffee and lattes with code CHASE at https://www.StronggCoffeeCompany.com Save 10% on the best-fitting men's clothes with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.StateAndLiberty.com  Save 20% on the brand new FOCUS FLOW gummies with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CuredNutrition.com  Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more about today's guest at BikramYoga.com

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Christina Sell has been practicing asana since 1991 and teaching since 1998. Known for her passion, clarity and creativity, Christina's teaching style is a dynamic and challenging blend of inspiration, humor and hard work. Masterful at synthesis, her ability to harvest and transmit the unique contributions of various yoga methods is unparalleled. Christina believes that yoga practice can help anyone access their inner wisdom, authentic spirituality and clarify their highest personal expression.Christina draws inspiration from many master teachers in Iyengar Yoga, Anusara Yoga and Bikram Yoga. She is a certified Anusara Yoga teacher, has authored three books, hosts a podcast, and maintains an active teaching schedule presenting seminars, intensives, trainings, and workshops worldwide. Christina has a BA in Counseling and Education and an MA in Integrative Education and Curriculum Design. She resides in Bellingham, Washington with her husband, two very affectionate cats, and the world's best dog, Locket. She enjoys practicing yoga, writing, reading, cooking, hiking, mountain biking, and lifting weights. Author of three books on yoga and body image, Christina explores concepts of perfectionism, compassion, and self-acceptance through the lens of yoga philosophy, personal reflections, and a passion for transformational inner work. Yoga From the Inside Out (2003) describes her initial awakening to the process of making peace with her body through yoga. My Body is a Temple (2009)  uses the metaphor of building a temple to outline principles of spiritual practice and growth. Her most recent book, A Deeper Yoga, is the most distilled, authentic rendering of her insights and experiences regarding yoga, body image, and maturing on the spiritual path.Christina's Website!Support the show

Dave Dameshek makes his triumphant return to ACS and the show opens with them discussing failed TV doppelgangers, how the Ferrare-Delorean family left money on the table, Goobers vs. Raisinets and a recent road rage incident that Adam was involved in. Next, actor Emile Hirsch stops by to talk about his new movie, “Dead Money”, playing high-stakes poker, growing up in Topanga, and filming at the Playboy Mansion. Then they talk about movies that were inspired by coming up with a title first, Adam's love of “Speed Racer”, and how he started painting portraits of card players to pay for his poker habit. Finally, Joe Praino reads the news including stories about Jane's Addiction canceling the rest of their tour after Perry Farrell attacked Dave Navarro onstage, and the death of Tito Jackson. For more with Dave Dameshek: INSTAGRAM: @ddameshek TWITTER/X: @dameshek Minus Three Podcast For more with Emile Hirsch: NEW MOVIE: “Dead Money” available now in theaters and streaming on-demand. INSTAGRAM: @emilehirsch TWITTER/X: @emilehirsch Thank you for supporting our sponsors: http://SimpliSafe.com/Adam https://DrinkTrade.com/Carolla http://OReillyAuto.com/Adam

Welcome back to your two favorite girlies and the deep dive episode of the month! Today we are diving into Bikram Yoga! We cover how the founder amassed a 75 million dollar fortune by preying on women, yoga teachers, and constantly fleeing the country   All sources for this deep dive are listed below shownote!  You can find Ali on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theantioverwhelmcoach?igsh=OHAyZ3lwcXBoY3c3 You can find Maddy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddy.nourishandlift?igsh=M3djYWY5YWltYzE%3D&utm_source=qr    If you want to catch one of our favorite deep dives, check out the influencer who scammed women: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3BgyyYBc9vqvUMtUn9oKrv?si=vVjzfyqzQPm-Mm0ZqXh4rg (episode 34)   Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and send us your health / relationship / life / just need advice on, questions to kindahotpod@gmail.com to have us answer your questions on the show.  Find us on all streaming platforms here, including the full video experience on our YouTube channel

In the early 2000s, Bikram Yoga spread across North America like wildfire. It was a multi-billion dollar business, spurred on by its eccentric founder, Bikram Choudhury. Choudhury was as close to yoga royalty as you could get and was unafraid to hide it. But according to some of his own students, his empire was built upon blood, sweat and tears – as well as a few critical lies.Reporter Julia Lowrie Henderson practiced Bikram Yoga for nearly a decade and joins Crime Story to discuss the scandal that rocked her yoga community.Note: This episode contains difficult subject matter, including references to sexual assault.  Crime Story is taking a quick summer break. We're back in September with all new episodes.

Puntata a cura di Francesca Sarah Toich“Io sono un macellaio e sto cercando di uccidervi… ma non preoccupatevi, non c'è morte migliore dello yoga”. Potete trovare questa e tante altre simpatiche citazioni di Bikram Choudhury qui nel nostro podcast. Ma soprattutto nel documentario di Eva Orner "Bikram: Guru dello yoga, predatore sessuale", su Netflix.Choudhury ha chiamato Bikram la pratica yoga, “inventata da lui”, anche detta yoga caldo.Immaginatevi nel mezzo di una palestra affollatissima e piena di specchi, riscaldata a oltre 40 gradi e con un'umidità del 40% per i prossimi 90 minuti. In alto, circondato da cuscini ed aria condizionata, il guru Bikram Choudhury con un microfono a caschetto come quello di Madonna vi guiderà nell'inferno yogico che “cura tutto”..."5 minuti 1 serie" è il format del podcast di Mondoserie che racconta appunto una serie in poco più di cinque minuti (e comunque meno di dieci!). Senza fronzoli, dritti al punto.Ascolta il podcast che abbiamo dedicato a sette e guru in tv: https://www.mondoserie.it/sette-e-guru-in-tv/ Parte del progetto: https://www.mondoserie.it/Iscriviti al podcast sulla tua piattaforma preferita o su: https://www.spreaker.com/show/mondoserie-podcast Collegati a MONDOSERIE sui social: https://www.facebook.com/mondoseriehttps://www.instagram.com/mondoserie.it/ https://twitter.com/mondoserie_it https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwXpMjWOcPbFwdit0QJNnXQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mondoserie/

In the chaotic world we live in, it is increasingly difficult to lead healthy, slow-paced lives. Today, we are discussing the positive impact of yoga, meditation, and functional nutrition on so many people's lives. Joining us in this conversation is the epitome of a ‘connector', Claire Mark. Claire is a yoga teacher, meditation leader, and certified functional nutrition coach who is passionate about health, wellness, and fitness. Tuning in, you'll hear about Claire's life, working in television, finding yoga, training in Bikram Yoga, and so much more! We delve into how Claire got into meditation before she tells us how acupuncture saved her life. Claire has recently studied functional nutrition, and in this episode, she tells us about her experience, what functional nutrition is, and so much more! We even hear about Claire's classes and how to join them. Finally, we discuss the power of meditation and how it allows you to choose how to respond to situations instead of just reacting. You don't want to miss this one so be sure to press play now!Key Points From This Episode:Welcoming the incredible Claire Mark to the podcast. Claire tells us about her time working in television. Training in Bikram Yoga with Bikram Choudhury himself. Hating New York, moving back to Chicago, and Claire's marriage and divorce. How yoga has become Claire's life for 25 years. The power of meditation and how the birth of her son helped her get into it. How acupuncture saved Claire and her health issues. Getting into functional nutrition, what it entails, and her extensive studies.  The importance of making sure you live well for as long as you can. Claire tells us about the online classes she offers and how to join them. The power of pausing and choosing how to respond instead of just reacting. Don't forget to smash that subscribe button so you never miss an episode, then come hang with us on Instagram & X!  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Check out Claire Mark YogaFollow Claire Mark on InstagramConnect with Claire Mark on Facebo okSee what Claire Mark has to say on X Sign up to Support the Show (All Up In My Lady Business (Mary's Version)Learn more about A Mary Nisi ProductionFind your next DJ at Toast & JamLaunch your DJ business with the Toast & Jam LabSupport the Show.

I'd love to know what you think of this episode. Text me here.Everyone's definition of a dream life is different. This week we get to explore how one woman transformed her life – and it all started with an injury.         While overseas Patricia Gavin slipped and fell in the shower and hurt her shoulder. Her introduction to yoga not only aided in her recovery, but set her on a transformative path as a full-fledged instructor.Key Lessons and Ideas:From Injury to Empowerment: Patricia's perseverance through Bikram yoga not only healed her but also ignited a lifelong passion.The Bikram Experience: Training under Bikram himself in LA, Patricia describes it as the “United Nations of yoga,” with practitioners from all over the world. Despite the challenges, it was a formative experience that shaped her teaching journey.Healing Power of Yoga: Patricia emphasizes how yoga, especially Bikram, can transform the body and mind. From improving breathing techniques to calming the nervous system, the benefits are profound.Daily Practice Insights: While a daily practice is ideal, Patricia suggests that even 2-3 times a week can yield significant benefits. The key is consistency and integrating the eight limbs of yoga into your lifestyle.Personal Transformation: Yoga has made Patricia less reactive and more observant. It's a testament to how yoga can bring emotional balance and mental clarity.Teaching Across the Globe: Patricia's teaching journey has taken her to diverse places. Her experiences highlight the universal appeal and adaptability of yoga.Curiosities to Spark Your Interest:Yoga in the Jungle: Patricia is setting up retreats in Costa Rica, offering a unique opportunity to practice yoga in the lush, humid jungle. Imagine the serenity and connection to nature!Online Yoga Programs: For those who can't travel, Patricia is developing online classes, making her expertise accessible no matter where you are.Final Thoughts:Patricia's story is a powerful reminder that our bodies and minds are capable of incredible transformation. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a curious beginner, her insights offer valuable lessons on resilience, healing, and the pursuit of a dream life. Check out her remarkable story on this episode of Dream Power Radio.         Patricia Gavin is a Bikram certified hot yoga instructor and former Air Force public affairs officer and journalism instructor.  She has taught around the world from Hollywood to Bollywood and is an author who has written two books about the benefits of yoga which are available as eBooks on Amazon.  SIX AM IN LA chronicles her journey from healing a ski injury to training as a yoga teacher in Los Angeles. In 2019 she taught for the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, DC and embarked on a global adventure teaching in Thailand, India and returning to Virginia to teach in Key West and for private studios in Alexandria, Virginia.  She is working on a third book “pink Flamingo - Healing w Bikram Yoga” due out in March 2025.  Support the Show.Don't miss a single episode! By clicking the "Support the Show" link, you can subscribe to my podcast and get sneak previews of upcoming episodes, bonus material and special giveaways designed to uplift your dreaming life.And if you want more ways to find joy in your life, check out my website thedreamcoach.net for information about my courses, blogs, books and ways to create a life you love.

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On the newest episode of the Sacred Travel Podcast, "Avalon - In the Embrace of the Goddess" guest, Melanie Trayers, shares her transformative experience as a former participant of Julia's Avalon Rose Pilgrimage.Tune in for a soul-stirring conversation that will transport you to the magical & multidimensional realms of the Holy Isle of Avalon, Glastonbury in the UK.Delve with us into:Overcoming resistance when the soul is calling The landscape as doula supporting the process of birthing oneselfAwakening the inner Priestess and inner Witch through the sacred site medicineCordial activations & openings wandering the Heart Chakra of the planetThe deep connection to Magdalene Consciousness ingrained in the leylinesJoin the waitlist to be the first one to know details for next year's pilgrimage to the magical and heart-opening lands of Avalon!About Melanie:Melanie Trayers is a multifaceted witchy priestess, a mother of two, Bikram Yoga & Hot Pilates teacher and lives with her two children and husband in Zurich, Switzerland.Next to running an Irish Pub, she offers private and group classes yoga therapy sessions and trains to be a Shiatsu therapist.She says of herself "I DO LOVE people and I feel like I was put on this planet to share that love & to serve my community“.As a reflector she is in a constant process of learning to set and keep healthy boundaries while at the same time embracing her openness as a gift to deeply connect with and hold a healing space for people.She is here to experience the full spectrum of this human existence, from heart bursting joy to gut wrenching sadness without judging, instead opening up for healing.Find Melanie here: https://www.kennedys.ch/ & Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanie.trayersIf you like the show, please do me a favor and like, follow and leave me a review or tag me on your socials #thesacredtravelpodcast. Thank you so much! Ready to embark on your own expansion journey?Check out upcoming Conscious Travel and Sacred Site Pilgrimages with me.Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul_wisdom_by_juliaFor more information and to subscribe to my newsletter, visit www.soulwisdom.ch.

In this thought-provoking episode, Todd engages with yoga teacher and champion Jordan Lydia Verla, uncovering her journey from beginnings in Utah to her transformational expeditions in Seattle and beyond. This conversation shares Jordan's story, exploring not only her personal adventures but also her deep connection to yoga's physical and spiritual aspects.Visit Jordan on her website: https://www.jordanlydia.com/Follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jordanlydia_yogini/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JordanLydiaKey Takeaways:Jordan's yoga journey is deeply intertwined with her personal growth and overcoming challenges, including moving cities and dealing with anxiety and depression.The 84 Classic Asana series plays a significant role in Jordan's yogic and teaching life, demonstrating the balance of strength and vulnerability in practice.Jordan shares a refreshing perspective on the yoga competition, addressing the human element of competitiveness and its natural occurrence in growth and self-improvement.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

*Content Warning: rape and sexual assault* Yoga instructor Larissa Anderson took yoga “guru” Bikram Choudhury to court for s*xual assault and blacklisting her yoga business after Larissa rejected a s*xual advance by Bikram (who had r*ped her before).  He refused to promote her studio and she was blacklisted from the Bikram Yoga community.At the time of the s*xual assault, Bikram had already personally approved her studio down to the floor plan and knew that Larissa had begun negotiating a lease, retained a contractor and took out thousands of dollars in debt to open the studio.  Larissa recounts the events that led to this court case, and the odd things that happened after. Watch the 1st part of Larissa's interview here:  Falling Prey to BIKRAM: Yoga Guru, Founder, PredatorWatch this episode on YouTube hereCatch the full story of Bikram, featuring Larissa, in the 2019 documentary “Birkram: Yogi, Guru, Predator”    Find Larissa on SocialIG: @yoginilarissahttps://www.instagram.com/yoginilarissa/Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has 5 spots left!  Click here to go to the official booking page https://trovatrip.com/trip/central-america/costa-rica/costa-rica-with-shelise-sola-aug-2024TW:  Larissa is raped by BikramLarissa wanted to open up her own yoga studio, and has to go through BikramTW:  Bikram assaults and attempts to rape Larissa again in a hotel roomHaving to teach a class of 500 in extreme heat and no sleepLarissa worries she may lose her studio after not giving in to Bikram's advancesLarissa reads about another survivor and decides to come forward publiclyLarissa received backlash on social media from the cult members for speaking outLarissa ends up settling in courtBikram sends a spy to Larissa's studio, she fears for her lifeAfter everything, Bikram called LarissaThe hold that cults have on you even after you escapeEnjoying the yoga practice (without the cult)What brings Larissa joy now?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

“Guru” Bikram was responsible for bringing hot yoga to the states and popularizing it. Without realizing, Larissa Anderson was slowly groomed by her then boyfriend and yoga studio owner to seamlessly fall right into Bikram's hands. He would eventually request massages from Larissa in front of hundreds of students and get more and more bold when they were alone together.Larissa underwent the intense 9 week bootcamp-style training to become an official  Bikram yoga teacher so that she could eventually open her own yoga studio.  Along with many other students, she endured ridicule from him, in the name of toughing up and being indestructible, and was later assaulted and r*ped by Bikram.  Larissa explains the depths of her grooming and brainwashing as she descended into the cult of this Guru-narcissist.Click here to watch on YouTubeClick here to watch part 2 on YouTube Catch the full story of Bikram, featuring Larissa, in the 2019 documentary “Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator”    Find Larissa on SocialIG: @yoginilarissaOur C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has 5 spots left!  Click here to go to the official booking page Who is Bikram?How Larissa was groomed into going to teacher trainingLarissa gets chosen to go to teacher training (has to pay a lot)Larissa's boyfriend at the time helped groom her for BikramBikram would call out Larissa in front of class to massage himWhat Larissa was made to do during the harsh teacher trainingBikram would ridcule his studentsWhat set Bikram apart?  Why did people follow him?What led to Larissa getting blacklisted by BikramLarissa hears Bikram calling to her telepathicallyLarissa goes back to BikramOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

In this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, Todd interviews Marilyn Haifa, a professional yoga teacher and practitioner. Marilyn shares her journey into yoga, starting with her first Bikram yoga class in San Diego, where she immediately felt a deep connection to the practice. She discusses the importance of grounding and finding purpose in the body and how yoga has helped her achieve that. Marilyn also talks about her introduction to meridian yoga therapy and the impact it has had on her teaching and personal practice. She explains the concept of energy in yoga and how it can be harnessed and controlled through breath and movement. The episode concludes with a discussion on the benefits of chanting and the incorporation of acupressure points in yoga practice.Visit Marilyn on her website: https://yogarx4life.com/Follow her on IG @marilyn_haifa https://www.instagram.com/marilyn_haifa/?hl=enKey Takeaways:Yoga has helped Marilyn find grounding and purpose in her body, allowing her to connect with her spirituality on a deeper level.Meridian yoga therapy has been a transformative practice for Marilyn, helping her understand the energy flow within the body and how to facilitate release and relief through yoga poses and acupressure points.Chanting is a powerful practice that can create a vibrational shift within the body and mind, leading to a deeper connection to oneself and the universe.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

On this week's episode of Tiny Nick's Giant Picks, there's only a handful of NFL games left and we're trying to make money on all of them! We've got ButterBurgers, Bets, and... Bikram Yoga? Just listen! Segments include:- Florida Day In History- Bad Day- Is It Funny?- NFL Conference Championship Preview- Namaste Sponsors- Top PicksYou can find Tiny Nick's daily gambling picks over on ZoneCoverage.com and see him appear regularly on SportsGrid!

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In the early 2000s, Bikram Yoga spread across North America like wildfire. It was a multi-billion dollar business, spurred on by its eccentric founder, Bikram Choudhury. Choudhury was as close to yoga royalty as you could get and was unafraid to hide it. But according to some of his own students, his empire was built upon blood, sweat and tears – as well as a few critical lies. Reporter Julia Lowrie Henderson practiced Bikram Yoga for nearly a decade and joins Crime Story to discuss the scandal that rocked her yoga community. For early access to Crime Story episodes and to listen ad-free, subscribe to CBC's True Crime channel on our show page in Apple Podcasts.

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/food

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of the New Books in Economic and Business History is an interview with New York writer Benjamin Lorr. Benjamin Lorr is the author of Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga, a book that explores the Bikram Yoga community and movement. His second book, The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket is "an extraordinary investigation into the human lives at the heart of the American grocery store. The miracle of the supermarket has never been more apparent. Like the doctors and nurses who care for the sick, suddenly the men and women who stock our shelves and operate our warehouses are understood as ‘essential' workers, providing a quality of life we all too easily take for granted. But the sad truth is that the grocery industry has been failing these workers for decades. In this page-turning expose, author Benjamin Lorr pulls back the curtain on the highly secretive grocery industry. Combining deep sourcing, immersive reporting, and sharp, often laugh-out-loud prose, Lorr leads a wild investigation, asking what does it take to run a supermarket? How does our food get on the shelves? And who suffers for our increasing demands for convenience and efficiency? In this journey: We learn the secrets of Trader Joe's success from Trader Joe himself Drive with truckers caught in a job they call "sharecropping on wheels" Break into industrial farms with activists to learn what it takes for a product to earn certification labels like "fair trade" and "free range" Follow entrepreneurs as they fight for shelf space, learning essential tips, tricks, and traps for any new food business Journey with migrants to examine shocking forced labor practices through their eyes The product of five years of research and hundreds of interviews across every level of the business, The Secret Life of Groceries is essential reading for those who want to understand our food system--delivering powerful social commentary on the inherently American quest for more and compassionate insight into the lives that provide it. Paula De La Cruz-Fernandez is a consultant, historian, and digital editor. New Books Network en español editor. Edita CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

Robin Parr is a Master Energy healer and Medical Intuitive. She helps creative entrepreneurs make tons of money with fun and ease by pinpointing and shifting the root causes of their money blocks. As a medical intuitive, she is able to scan bodies to uncover physical imbalances and works with clients to create unconditional health. She taught Bikram Yoga for ten years and has a deep connection to health and bodies, but always coupled with a great sense of humor.  Robin is a mother to an 11-year-old son, and has been living in Amsterdam for over 20 years.    https://robinparr.com/ BOOKS:

This week on the podcast I have the founder of the Original Hot Yoga Association, Val Sklar Robinson on the podcast. As a lot of you know, I love organizers, and I love people who hold ethics and standards for a community—so Val checks a lot of boxes for me. She shares how she started her own trade organization, OHYA (oh-yeah), and we talk about professionalism, organizing, Bikram, grief, corporate yoga studios, bust down some myths, and chat about boundaries.That's our new word for 2024, friends. Boundaries. Take a listen and be inspired.KEY TAKEAWAYS*What do you think about regulation within our industry? Val talks about how in the 90s there was a lot of talk about the yoga industry regulating itself before the government stepped in to regulate us. Thus the rise of the Yoga Alliance. What are your thoughts on this? *We absolutely can organize in our own communities. Val started OHYA with a website and a logo, and now runs retreats, organizes gatherings and trainings, and holds a standard for her community. If that is your passion, consider finding out how to do that too.*Grief for loss is ongoing. Especially in a community like hot yoga where Bikram is still out there teaching and doing potential harm, the rest of yoga should be looking at how we can support and lift up those who have been hurt by his actions. *Corporate yoga has absolutely gone after hot yoga studios first. But there is a fever pitch for people to support our local studios and teachers since COVID, so now is the time to make sure that everyone in your local community knows who you are and what you are about. Take advantage of this time of “local” support.*Bikram Yoga was never a franchise. I know–I thought it was too, so if you did I get it. I am glad to be educated to know what it was really like. *OHYA has no affiliation with Bikram yoga or the new organization KPC Life. So if you are looking for a non-Bikram affiliated hot yoga teacher for your studio, go to their website www.ohyassociation.com*Imagine being a part of an organization that stands for ethical business practices, like Val and OHYA. I am going to be honest, my key takeaway from that is that this attitude is refreshing as hell.*Finally–BOUNDARIES! Can we spend 2024 talking about how to make better boundaries with our students, in our lives, and in our businesses? Val is right, we need a huge dose of this medicine.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterVal's Info:Original Hot Yoga Association WebsiteHot Yoga PasadenaSPONSORSunlight Streams Blog

At the peak of Ash's boredom he discovered Bikram Yoga, aka hot yoga – He wasn't expecting what came next  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 min Maureen shares a very personal story about yoga teacher training. With 2 children in high school and twins in college, Maureen travels to Thailand for 9 weeks to become a yoga teacher.  Pierre asks Maureen about leaving kids 'alone.'  Maureen responds  that her four children were raised as responsible children (response - able). In pursuing yoga teacher training in Thailand, Maureen also wanted to set an example that women, and specifically 'moms,' can be independent people. Maureen sensitively reflects on the balance of putting your children first, as moms and parents, is balanced by also putting yourself first to model healthy adult behavior.   From a women's yoga seminary, to 9 weeks in Thailand for teacher training, to a 1-year sabbatical traveling the world as a yoga teacher, writing two books, changing careers from high school humanities teacher to licensed mental health counselor, Maureen models her WORKOUT WITHIN curriculum. Referenced in the podcast are: Emmy Cleaves - iconic yoga figure and teacher in the Bikram hot yoga world.   https://www.facebook.com/groups/136016771174512/posts/715420693234114/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHBc8aW3AxU   Bikram Choudhury - hot yoga teacher responsible for an explosion of interest in and practice of yoga from the 1980 - present.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikram_Yoga  

If hell had a yoga studio, it would be Bikram. But could litres of excreted sweat, an acrid stench and borderline heatstroke also hold the key to unlocking wellness? Former Australian Of The Year Grace Tame sent Hobba & Hing to try it for themselves - and the shirts... were optional.

Jeffrey is Matt's Yoga teacher. Matt invited him on the show to get to know him and learn from him, he is wise beyond his years. What follows is a knowledge packed and insightful conversation that ranges from talking about the amazing benefits of Bikram Yoga to pondering the meaning of life and spirituality to struggling with coming out to his family and much more. In this episode you'll learn better ways to be open and less judgmental, how to overcome shame, and hear Jeffrey's incredible story of overcoming adversity. But most importantly you'll learn how to better experience joy in your life. Enjoy! The Finding Strength Podcast is sponsored by Deer Hollow Recovery. If you want more information on the revolutionary work Deer Hollo is doing in the mental health arena visit their website https://deerhollowrecovery.com/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/findingstrength/support

Aloha and welcome to the sobriety rocks podcast, I'm your host, Kirk Waterman. Today we talk about Risk Good to Pursue GreatWilliam Shakespearesaid, “Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them.”I was born with potential for greatness. And as a young lad, I began to capitalize on it. Unfortunately, once drugs and alcohol infiltrated my life, that greatness began to fade, and good became acceptable. Over time, mediocrity replaced good. And before I realized it, misery replaced mediocrity, and soon became the norm. Then, when I could no longer drink or drug away the pain of my miserable life, I pleaded to the universe for help, and was quickly brought to the rooms of 12 step addiction recovery. Here I met people who had also pawned off the greatness of their lives for the lies of addiction. But, they had found a way back. And not just from miserable to good, but from the pits of despair to great! So I followed in their footsteps, and quickly left mediocrity behind as I had my initial spiritual healing as a result of the unity, recovery, and service of the twelve step addiction recovery programs I belonged to. Once that happened, I took even more action so that I could make the climb from good to great. I used every means possible to fully heal my mind, body and spirit. From Joe & Charlie Step Studies, H & I Service Work, AA & NA Sponsorship, Thich Nhat Hanh Retreats, Self-Realization Fellowship, A Course in Miracles, Bikram Yoga, silence retreats, meditation retreats, exercise, education, and so more. I was relentless in my pursuit to heal as much of the damage my spirit had endured all those years. Then, out of the blue, one day I found myself with nothing but peace and love coursing through my veins. The amazing people I surrounded myself with were right, the work paid off, and the “greatness” of my youth returned! It looked different and felt better than anything I could remember. All these years later, whenever I pursue great, by consistently and sincerely using the amazing tools I learned all those years ago, I usually get amazing or incredible. Don't get me wrong, sometimes I forget about great, and think good is enough. But not today! Today, I'm risking good, to continue to pursue great, amazing and incredible. How about you?Today we close with a brief peace meditation. So please, get comfortable, close your eyes, take a few slow, deep breaths, and join me.Find Treatment Centers Find Recovery Meetings Listen to Recovery Speakers Download Recovery Literature Access Free Recovery Resources Visit RecoveryHQ.com Visit Sober Surgeries Follow us: Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook Contact Us For Help Today!

Multiple business owner, Powerhouse Cervantes, tells us how Bikram Yoga and Muay Thai practice changes your relationships and business. What's holding the men of Earth back from pursuing personal development?   AZD'S DAILY MENTORSHIP PROGRAM https://www.arashzepar.com/a/2147519866/FNtLA37h ADVANCED AZD TRAINING https://www.imcbaseone.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! https://geni.us/LfLAcqE

Eric Levine is the CEO of Eric Levine Global Fitness Expert, a fitness consulting company specializing in all aspects of the industry. He is a highly accomplished fitness consultant who has made a name for himself in the industry through his expertise in branding, public speaking, C-suite transformation, and leadership coaching.He is also the founder of Planet Yoga and Bikram Yoga in Asia, the first large yoga studio anywhere! Currently an investor with Mark Mastrov in New Evolution Ventures which owns and manages such companies as UFC gyms worldwide. Eric has an exciting new company, combined with Revolution Precrafted, in partnership with world champion boxing legend Manny Pacquiao! The new company is called HiTT by Manny and provides a boxing and full body workout in a boutique setting.Connect with EricLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlevineglobal/Email: eric@ericlevineglobal.com

Robert is joined again by Katy Stoll to continue to discuss the founder of Bikram Yoga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dalai Lama apologizes for asking a young boy to suck his tongue, as we take a look at a number of gurus like Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Gandhi and the founder of Bikram Yoga and show how depraved people can be when fighting against sin without the Holy Spirit. Partner with us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/goodfight

Hear from several business owners about their participation in various BLOOM Small Business Empowerment Center programs. Cassandra (Sandy) Bialek Founder/Owner/Manager, Fat Bat Brewing Company Sandy is a lifetime learner and fun seeker who loves beer and adventure. After raising three kids then taking on the corporate world, Sandy decided to pursue her dream of founding a small business - Fat Bat Brewing Company. She believes in the power of beer to build relationships and uses the brewery as a catalyst - Fat Bat is the best atmosphere for sharing great beer, local suppliers provide merchandise and beer supplies, local musicians entertain, local charities are beneficiaries, and local artists use brewery space to sell their creations. Jennifer Heasley Owner, Sweet Mama's Mambo Sauce and The Game Day Kitchen Catering Company Jen Heasley is owner of Sweet Mama's Mambo Sauce and The Game Day Kitchen catering company. In addition to her businesses, Jen is the author of the cookbook The Game Day Kitchen, the producer and talent of her own show "Cooking With The Pros," and a community owner of the York Revolution. She is a Penn State alumnus and has two daughters: Paige, also a Penn State alumna and community owner of the York Revolution; and Brooke, a senior in high school. Ashana Taylor Founder and Owner, Fire Life Yoga and Wellness Ashana founded Fire Life Yoga to encourage the people of York to bloom into their best selves through the consistent practice of Bikram Yoga. As a Sagittarius and knowledge-seeker, she holds her bachelors degree in English/Journalism (2004), a Bikram Yoga Teaching Certificate (2014), and an MBA in Management (2020). Ashana resides in West York with her husband, three daughters (ages 21, 17 and 7), and their dog, Dash.

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 312: We Stand with Survivors with Rebecca Sebastian & Colin Hall   Description: We must not be afraid to speak up when we see harm taking place in the yoga world - that is part of yoga. Recently, there was recent news that Bikram Choudhury was scheduled to teach in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. If you are unaware of this, there are some resources you can use to learn more about why this is problematic and why it is upsetting many people in the yoga world.   In this episode, Shannon Crow is joined by Rebecca Sebastian and Colin Hall to discuss this recent event. They share what actions they and others in the yoga community took to put pressure on the organizers and hotel to stop the event from happening and what additional actions we can take to bring Bikram to justice.   Bikram will no longer present at the event as he was originally scheduled to but there is still more to be done to hold him accountable for his actions and the abuse he inflicted on women in his yoga classes and trainings. Tune in to find out more about what you can do and how we can collectively disrupt the sexual assault and harm that occurs in yoga spaces.   Key Takeaways: [0:00] Shannon reads a note to the survivors. [3:39] This podcast interview was recorded live with Rebecca Sebastian and Colin Hall to discuss the recent news of Bikram Choudhury teaching in Vancouver, BC, Canada. [5:14] Shannon shares some resources where you can read more about the current situation. [7:10] Shannon gives thanks to the sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [8:43] There has been a recent wave of effort to keep Bikram out of Canada, and it has worked but there are many more questions arising from this situation. [13:36] Colin Hall, Rebecca Sebastian, and Shannon Crow introduce themselves. [16:09] Rebecca and Colin share some resources where you can get the backstory of what happened with Bikram. [18:59] Colin started investigating who was behind bringing Bikram to Canada. [22:27] Rebecca shares some of her tips on how to make movement happen, especially when dealing with non-profits. [24:31] Shannon shares that there are survivors of abuse from Bikram who are being threatened by organizers of this event. [27:11] Is this water under the bridge? Is this something that happened and we should all move on? Colin explains why not. [29:20] Josh Cooper joins the call to share his experience in speaking directly with the GM of the hotel where the event was set to take place. [32:04] Shannon gives a shout out of thanks to sponsor, OfferingTree. [33:11 - 33:12] Rebecca has some action steps that you can take if you are in the US. [35:10] Colin explains some of the actions that he and other Canadian yoga teachers took to stop Bikram from teaching yoga in Canada and what actions you can take now. [39:45] How can we decrease sexual assault and harm caused by the power imbalance in yoga? [43:19] Shannon and Rebecca share their thoughts on why people might still be signing up for Bikram's trainings and what we can do about it. [49:18] Not everyone, even in the yoga world, is aware of Bikram and what he did. [52:05] How do we separate the yoga that we do from the people and the harm they caused? [57:42] When people get together and organize, you can get results. [60:16] Rebecca shares some resources for people who have experienced sexual assault. [61:03] Shannon shares some takeaways and upcoming events you can join.   Links: Hotline for Women Against Violence Against Women in Canada - (877) 392 7583  National Sexual Assault Hotline (USA) - 800 656 4673 Rainn.org Rebecca Sebastian on Instagram Colin Hall on Instagram Josh Cooper on Instagram Online Protestors Express Outrage in Response to Bikram Choudhury's Scheduled Classes in Canada, Article by Sarah Herrington and Renee Marie Schettler for Yoga Journal Controversial Bikram yoga founder's planned Vancouver workshops raising flags, Article by Sarah Grochowski for Vancouver Sun  Organizers say controversial Bikram Yoga event will be "rescheduled", Article by Megan Devlin for Daily Hive Navigating Narcissism with Dr. Ramani Podcast Episode: ‎Bikram Yoga and the Abuse of Power w/ Mandeep Kaur Sandhu  Hell-Bent: Obsession, Pain, and the Search for Something Like Transcendence in Competitive Yoga  Benjamin Lorr Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator, Netflix Documentary LA County Courthouse Department of Justice Reports Change.org petition Vancouver Board of Tourism Vancouver CBC OfferingTree User Group on Facebook Canada Yoga Sports Federation Alison Henry of Bikram Yoga Gardom Lake Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "How do we stop the abuse of power that is so prevalent in the yoga world?" - Shannon   "The truth is that we will get more impact by following the money." - Rebecca   "So many people are coming into our practices with that vulnerability piece." - Rebecca   "When people get together and organize, you get results." - Colin Hall  

Ep 54. Currently in Japan,  Brooke is my dear college friend of 35 years. She earned her Yoga Alliance E-RYT500 credentials and has traveled around the world from Bali, Indonesia, Mexico and 2 different parts of Costa Rica to earn over 750 hours of yoga and leadership training. Also, she has her Reiki 1 and 2 Certifications. As a civilian on a US military Base near Tokyo, she is a training and curriculum specialist for dept of the army for the child and teen development center.In her late 20s, she was crippled with weekly migraines and this began her path toward the education of natural healing, starting with Chinese acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. In this episode, she talks about how yoga awakened her, finding a studio or practice that is good for you, we speak of yogi Bikram Choudhury or Bikram Yoga who had a major following with his yoga methodology and then big sexual abuse charges AND he is working now in Canada (what!), then we go into her vaccination coercion story and some of the protocol she used to heal herself.She leads the Just Be Practice with a pranayama breathing technique.Connect with Brooke:Blog: https://brookenisbetyogawellness.blogspot.comWebsite: https://brookenisbetyoga.wixsite.com/websiteBikram Choudhury/Bikram Yoga info:ESPN: https://www.espn.com/espnw/culture/feature/story/_/id/23539292/after-serious-allegations-founder-bikram-yoga-practitioners-crossroads On Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80221584Contact info for host Eden Koz / Just Be®, LLC:Insta, FB, LinkedIn, Bitchute, Rumble, YouTube, Odysee, TruthSocialWebsite: EdenJustBe.comEmail: eden@edenjustbe.comMY UPCOMING CLASS (date/time changed):"Meditation Simplified" Zoom class Thurs, April 13, 20 & 27 from 1-2pm EST. Sign-up eden@edenjustbe.com. Only $55.Products I endorse to help through this Great Awakening:• Purium Health: For vaccine healing, regret or issues – 4 products here. 25% discount through me or $50 off. 1-time usage. $180 plus ship (normally $240). All products non-GMO, organic, vegan, dairy free. For the heavy metal/toxin tincture removal only go here. $40 + ship (normally $90)• Mint ...

Hot yoga tycoon and sex offender Bikram Choudhury was set to teach his sweaty pseudoscience in Vancouver starting on February 20th. But a team of yoga allies, led by a woman who has sued Choudhury for rape, said "Fuck off." So that's that.Or is it? We have many questions.Why was this cursed event planned in the first place? Who on earth is continuing to support this clown, and trying to make money off of him? Who would cover themselves in sweaty shit in order to prop up this Simpsons-level caricature of a yoga megalomaniac? And how did Bikram Yoga become the de facto exercise method and spiritual practice of "Freedom  Convoy" supporters?Matthew takes a sweaty tour through a land  of pseudoscience and rape culture, hot yogis and truckers, anti-vaxxers and frog-lickers to find out.Big thank you to Colin Hall of Bodhi Tree Yoga for stopping by! Show Notes:Canadian yoga competition stretches into Edmonton | CBC NewsControversial Bikram yoga founder's planned Vancouver workshops raising flags Jill Lawler's 1st-person accountPetition · Stop Predator Bikram Choudhury from hosting Yoga Seminar in Vancouver · Change.org Woman speaking out against Bikram Yoga event gets disturbing pushback from organizerBikram yoga event no longer planned for Vancouver hotel Bikram Yoga Creator Loses It When Asked About Sexual Assault Allegations | HuffPost Women Sponsor: https://www.gardomlakeyoga.ca/WATCH: Justin Trudeau cross-examined by Convoy lawyer-- -- --Support us on PatreonPre-order Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Health Threat: America | Canada Follow us on Instagram | Twitter: Derek | Matthew | JulianOriginal music by EarthRise SoundSystem

“The heaviest weight at the gym is the front door.” Ed Latimore. When I first heard Ed say that, it had a huge impact on me. The reason why is because it resonates. It resonates and it's true still even after years and years of consistent working out. The front door is still the heaviest weight for me. I mean I have exercised my whole life, I was teaching high impact step aerobics at 18. I was thin, could eat what I wanted..without worry. I continued to exercise but around 27 I started putting on weight. My vanity wouldn't allow me to continue down that path. So I thought well maybe I can fix it if I start running, ok that worked a little but then my body adapted and eventually back up goes the scale, so I thought ok, maybe if I do Bikram Yoga, a 90 minute, in my opinion, military style yoga 4 times a week, which I did, it helped but again, I wasn't getting back to the size I knew was best for me and how I wanted to look and feel, exercise had stopped being useful in the way in which I was using it. Isn't that interesting? I was working out to be thin, and it wasn't working. So now why in the world would I want to continue something that wasn't working? That's the million dollar question. It has taken a while for me to realize the role exercise plays in my life. I used to think and I would even say this “I exercise so I can eat what I want”. And I would make myself exercise and then go to Huey's and eat a chicken sandwich with fries because I earned it. Eric and I used to do a 5 mile run every Sunday so we could go have brunch which meant blueberry pancakes and mimosas. I laughed out loud when he reminded me of that as we were talking about this episode. But you see, I was super frustrated because my jeans were getting tighter and tighter. It felt like I was working out for nothing. But there was this feeling of sort of a mixture of euphoria and pride the rest of the day after I had a great workout so it couldn't be for nothing, right? I probably lived in that world for 6 or 7 years until I realized that there was also another sentence that I didn't want to be true but was becoming more and more apparent. You can't out train a bad diet, especially after 35. That's when I realized working out was making me feel amazing but it wasn't making me lose weight, not as long as my nutrition was where it was. So exercise for me was improving my sanity but food I realized was hurting my vanity, and my health of course but let's be real…. I wish it weren't so, but it is. So I exercise because I feel amazing. Now, exercise alone wasn't going to reach my body goals. I had to get honest with myself about food. And if you're being honest with yourself you do too. But that doesn't need to discourage us from working out because the benefits are worth it. Trust me. I'm just like you. It's not getting easier, but every single time you do it anyway, you win. We have to stop wishing it would get easier and we have to get real about our exercise and nutrition. You can get benefits from one or the other, but you cannot outrain a bad diet and there's no way to eat so healthy that you have to exercise or move. www.heididawson.com

Laura and Mae take a trip down memory lane and talk about some favorite episodes and where the business scammers ended up (and why it's not jail!). We go over our New Years' resolutions and a massive aquarium explosion in Berlin. We catch up on people like: the Bikram yoga guy, Anna Delvey, Elizabeth Holmes, Billy McFarland, the Wing founder, and more!  For more content follow us @risquebusinessnews @laurasogar @mae_planert xoxo

This week we look at how several brave woman filed cases against Bikram and how one man brought him down. We also talk about where Bikram is right now and there is a very special announcement at the end of episode!  Also, please do not listen to this episode with children around. You can visit our brand new Khooni Merch Store at https://khoonistore.blinkstore.in/ for all your Khooni swag needs. You can support us by buying us a Biryani at : 1. https://ko-fi.com/khoonipodcast 2. https://khoonistore.myinstamojo.com/product/437437/buy-us-a-biryani/ Follow us on our socials : Instagram: @khoonipodcast Twitter : @khoonithepodcast Facebook : Khooni The Crimes of India Podcast Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWvZyPzovJLZ7ZJ2wHgSMng Sources: 1. Netflix Documentary - Bikram : Yogi, Guru, Predator - https://www.netflix.com/watch/81070160?trackId=255824129&tctx=0%2C0%2CNAPA%40%40%7C2f222a1e-4b06-4b5a-848c-53dc3bf02cc7-333611905_titles%2F1%2F%2Fbikram%2F0%2F0%2CNAPA%40%40%7C2f222a1e-4b06-4b5a-848c-53dc3bf02cc7-333611905_titles%2F1%2F%2Fbikram%2F0%2F0%2C%2C%2C2f222a1e-4b06-4b5a-848c-53dc3bf02cc7-333611905%7C1%2C%2C80221584 2. Podcast - 30 for 30 -  https://30for30podcasts.com/bikram/ 3. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/feb/18/bikram-hot-yoga-scandal-choudhury-what-he-wanted 4. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2019/nov/20/bikram-choudhury-yoga-founder-abuse-netflix-documentary 5. https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/what-happened-to-minakshi-micki-jafa-bodden-bikram-choudhurys-ex-lawyer 6. https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/bikram-choudhury-accuser-sarah-baughn-where-is-she-now 7. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/index.html 8. https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/bikram-choudhury-accuser-sarah-baughn-where-is-she-now 9. https://www.nytimes.com/1974/06/25/archives/president-suffered-leg-inflammation-condition-resolved-nixon.html 10. https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/bikram-choudhury-the-other-side-of-success/1706440/

Kristine Deer grew up as the youngest of three girls in the suburbs of New Jersey in a home with artistic and creative parents, and an “art room” in lieu of a dining room. Her love for fashion and hot yoga started her on the journey to create apparel that was both functional and expressive, initially for herself, and ultimately transforming into a business, K-DEER, known for their iconic bright and colorful striped leggings. Little did Kristine know the community that would grow around K-DEER and the impact that they would have collectively. This story is a bit different than many of the others on our show, and it's a really special one for which we are enormously grateful to Kristine for sharing with us. Where you can find K-DEER:- Website: https://www.k-deer.com- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k.deer/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KDEERcollection/Mentions from the show:- John Varvatos: https://www.johnvarvatos.com/mens-shoes/- Bikram Yoga: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikram_Yoga- Jimmy Barkan yoga: https://www.barkanmethod.com/- FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology): https://www.fitnyc.edu/- Aphasia: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/aphasia/symptoms-causes/syc-20369518- Adler Aphasia Center: https://adleraphasiacenter.org/- Yoga Girl, Rachel Brathen: https://www.yogagirl.com/- Process Painting: https://www.processarts.com/what-is-process-painting/- Ram Dass: https://amzn.to/3TmbNZ4Stay in touch with People, Place, & Purpose on Instagram and stay tuned for a new episode every Monday!Links may be affiliate links, which means we would get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through our links, at no cost to you.

Laszlo Nagy is a Bikram Yoga instructor and triathlete from Hungary.  He became interested in the raw food diet after hearing Viktoras Kulvinskas speak.  He later visited Hippocrates Health Institute and formed a publishing company in Hungary to publish the Hippocrates catalogue in Hungary.Later on he changed to a more fruit based raw vegan diet after learning from Dr Douglas Graham at the Slovenia Fruits and Health festival, the Woodstock Fruit Festival and his own events.  He assisted in having the book "Grain Damage" published in Hungarian.Subscribe to the Love Fruit newsletter here: http://bit.ly/lovefruitnewsletter

Bikram Choudhury was the founder of the wildly popular hot yoga practice that many considered to cure ailments, detoxify bodies, and change lives. At the height in 2006, there were 1,650 studios in at least 40 countries, but by 2013, a series of allegations surfaced when one by one, women stepped forward with accusations that included sexual assault, rape, and abuse against the man revered as a guru. Listen now to hear about the rise and fall of the Bikram Yoga empire on Episode 52 of The Great Fail. Special guest Dave Emerson, Founder of Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga. And shoutout to our partners at Adweek and Acast. Bikram Yoga Sources He made a fortune from his trademarked Bikram yoga, but now his empire is in tatters The incredible rise and fall of yogi-to-the-stars Bikram Choudhury 'He said he could do what he wanted': the scandal that rocked Bikram yoga Bikram yoga's moral dilemma Wikipedia: Bikram Choudhury New Netflix Documentary Shows Bikram's Dark Side, So Why Are Yogis Still Doing It? Bikram is Back: The Unapologetic Tour The Horrifying Cult Origins of Bikram Yoga: Rape, Harassment and Lies The Overheated, Oversexed Cult of Bikram Choudhury Global Yoga Market Outlook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mandeep Kaur Sandhu was already an award winning yogi in India, but by attending Bikram Chadhury's training school, she would be able to further develop her skills and eventually open her own studio. Chadhury changed the world of yoga in the US, with the added heat element, plus his charisma and demeanor which attracted a lot of his followers. However, Chadhury wasn't your regular guru. Mandeep explains how manipulative, contemptuous and abusive Chadhury was to his female trainees, employees, and teachers. He would gaslight his staff and groom the women in order to get what he wanted in the middle of the night. Mandeep details how Chadhury's sexual impropriety and abuse greatly affected his trainees; and led to his eventual downfall. Find out how Mandeep took a stand and stayed true to her own beliefs. Host Information:  Instagram: Dr Ramani's IG - @doctorramani Facebook: Dr Ramani's FB - @doctorramani Twitter: Dr Ramani's TW - @DoctorRamani  YouTube: Dr. Ramani's YT - DoctorRamani Guest Information:  Instagram: Mandeep Kaur Sandhu's IG - @mandeepkaursandhu_ #NavigatingNarcissism I want to hear from you, too.  Have a toxic topic you want me to explore? Email me at askdrramani@redtabletalk.com   I just might answer you questions on air.  This podcast should not be used as a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical advice, counseling, and/or therapy from a health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issue, or health inquiry, including matters discussed on this podcast.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.