Podcast appearances and mentions of jo stewart

Send us Fan MailJo Stewart is an esteemed yoga teacher based in Melbourne, Australia, with over 20 years of experience in teaching yoga. Her journey began with art-infused Zen philosophy and later transitioned her artistry into a full-time vocation of yoga instruction. Jo specializes in Iyengar and aerial yoga, and she has recently authored a book titled "The Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga Book." She is also the host of the Flow Artist Podcast and is committed to fostering inclusivity and accessibility in yoga practices. Jo operates her own studio, which she meticulously designed to combine her love for yoga and teaching.Thanks for listening to this episode. Visit Jo here: https://gardenofyoga.com.au/Key Takeaways:Jo Stewart's yoga path is deeply intertwined with art and Zen philosophy, leading her to a long-standing teaching career.Her book, "The Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga Book," integrates traditional yoga principles with modern aerial yoga, providing inclusive and adaptable methods.Building a sustainable yoga business requires understanding of personal and entrepreneurial limits, with Jo advocating for balance and carefully managed growth.Jo promotes aerial yoga as an accessible practice that encourages playfulness and therapeutic benefits, supporting diverse student needs, including those with PTSD or chronic pain.The role of podcasts and platforms in fostering meaningful connections and enhancing professional growth in the yoga community is discussed.Check out:

What if the struggles you face at work - the exhaustion, the people-pleasing, the feeling that you can't truly be yourself are actually rooted in experiences that started long before you ever set foot in an office? In this episode, hosts Rane and Jo Stewart sit down with Rita Mercer for an honest, warm, and deeply practical conversation about building a healthier relationship with work, yourself, and the systems around you. Rita Mercer is an author, speaker, mentor, college professor, licensed professional counselor, holistic wellness and mindset coach, Christian minister, and host of the Daring Well podcast. She brings nearly a decade in mental health and wellness alongside over two decades in business, organisational leadership, and human resources. That combination gives her a truly rare perspective on why people struggle at work and what they can actually do about it. Growing up in poverty in Southern Kentucky and navigating systemic racism as a Black woman in corporate America, Rita has transformed her lived experiences into what she calls her "superpower" - the ability to quickly spot broken systems and help people heal from them. The conversation covers a lot of ground, including how to show up authentically at work without hiding behind a professional mask, navigating race, gender, and systemic inequity in the workplace, and knowing when to push through versus when it's time to leave a toxic job. Rita shares her practical framework for job searching with grace (yes, even when your current job is terrible), how to build meaningful mentorship relationships with clear boundaries, and why people-pleasing is really about a deeper need for control and safety. There's also a brilliant discussion on Australia's "right to disconnect" law, the reality of burnout, and why real self-care has nothing to do with bubble baths. Links Daring Well Podcast: https://www.daringwell.com/ Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga Book: https://eightlimbsofaerialyoga.com

Rane here, and I honestly can't believe this day has finally arrived. My wife Jo Stewart has officially launched her book, Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga: Adapting Practice for Accessibility, Neurodiversity, and Physical Support, and I am so incredibly proud of everything she has poured into this work. This episode captures the live online launch event, and it is one of my favourite things we've ever put out into the world. We were lucky enough to be joined by the legendary Jivana Heyman, founder of Accessible Yoga and author of multiple books himself, who just happened to be visiting Australia when the launch was scheduled, and who also wrote the foreword for Jo's book. Jivana brings such warmth, depth, and expertise to the conversation, and hearing him talk about Jo's work with such admiration made my heart full. We also celebrated the incredible contributors who helped bring the book to life, including photographer Danielle Lara-Wooley/Raphael, 77-year-old model and contributor Maggie Turner-Miguel, and voices from practitioners and teachers around the world working in rehabilitation, neurodiversity, and mental health. The conversation goes so much deeper than just aerial yoga. Jo shares why she structured the entire book around Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga, making the case that if we're calling it yoga, we need to actually do the philosophy — not just the poses. We talk about how the aerial hammock functions as an incredibly versatile prop for accessibility (think: a bigger, more fluid version of a chair), how it supports neurodivergent practitioners through the vestibular system and sensory feedback, and how concepts like aparigraha (non-grasping) and pranayama (breathwork) translate beautifully into aerial practice. Jo even reads a chapter, and I read one myself. It's awesome. Some moments that I think you'll love: Jivana leading us all through a grounding breath practice at the start, Jo's honest reflection on writing over 100,000 words when she'd pitched 55,000, and the behind-the-scenes story of how much lint-rolling goes into professional book photography. We also break down the three cover photos and why each one was chosen to represent accessibility, all stages of practice, and the reality that aerial yoga is not just for young, hypermobile circus performers. If you've ever wondered whether aerial yoga is "real yoga," whether it's accessible for your community, or whether someone can write a book that's both philosophically rigorous and genuinely warm and human - this episode is your answer. Jo, I love you, and I'm so proud of you. Links Get the book: https://gardenofyoga.com.au/learn/eight-limbs-of-aerial-yoga/

Send us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we chat with Jo Stewart, an accomplished yoga teacher and podcast host from Melbourne, Australia. With a passion for body positivity, self-acceptance, and inclusivity, Jo has been teaching yoga since 2005 and aerial yoga since 2011. She shares her unique approach to yoga, emphasizing the importance of adapting practices to suit individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. Jo discusses her upcoming book, *Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga: Adapting Practice for Accessibility, Neurodiversity, and Physical Support*, which aims to make yoga accessible to a wider audience. Through her insights on aerial yoga, she reveals how this innovative practice can empower individuals, particularly women, through various life stages. Jo also highlights the historical roots of aerial yoga and its distinction from circus aerials, reinforcing the notion that yoga is ultimately about personal experience rather than performance. Tune in to discover Jo's journey, her thoughts on the importance of self-care, and how her podcast, *The Flow Artist*, serves as a platform for sharing wisdom from inspiring voices in the yoga community and beyond.For more information, visit www.gardenofyoga.com.au and check out her podcast on all major platforms.Support the showSupport the show

What does it truly take to rebuild your life - and yourself - in a new country? In this deeply personal and practical episode, host Jo Stewart sits down with Hannah Balint, a UK-born yoga teacher and relocation coach, to explore what repeated international moves have taught her about identity, connection, and the courage it takes to start over. Hannah shares her remarkable journey across the UK, Vietnam, Australia, and the United States, tracing how a transformative first yoga class in Hanoi surrounded by the sounds of roosters and motorbikes sparked a career and a philosophy built around movement. From her bicultural English-Swiss upbringing to navigating visa complications in Melbourne and profound loneliness in the US, Hannah brings hard-won wisdom to every stage of the conversation. Key topics include: the surprising emotional weight of even chosen relocations and the grief that comes with leaving an identity behind; why making friends becomes significantly harder in your 30s and beyond; practical strategies for building community in a new place (including why your dog and your local barista may be your most valuable social assets); how to distinguish between moving toward something versus away from something before you go; and the role of technology in keeping long-distance friendships alive across time zones. Hannah also offers insight into her coaching work, where she helps clients — particularly accompanying partners who move for a spouse's career — navigate the internal experience of relocation, not just the logistics. Her approach centres on helping people recognise their own agency: "I have never felt more lonely than when I first moved to the US... and yet I still had agency over my choices." It is this shift in perspective, she argues, that transforms relocation from something that happens to you into something you can actively shape. Whether you are planning an international move, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about what movement — physical and geographical — can reveal about who we are, this episode offers both the practical tools and the emotional permission to navigate change with more grace and self-compassion. Links Hannah's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MKy7T7vvRlP1y15Yhvi70?si=a79bc5e9591b4c46 Hannah's website: https://www.hannahbalintcoaching.com/ Hannah's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbalint/ AppSumo: https://appsumo.8odi.net/R0Gmx9. Use the code SOUNDMADESEEN for a 10% discount off any product!

On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life hosted by Avik, Jo Stewart redefines yoga as a practice of support, not performance. This episode explores how movement can become more accessible, calming, and healing for different bodies and nervous systems. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt yoga was not meant for them. You'll hear how aerial yoga, props, and a more compassionate approach can help people feel safe, included, and at home in their bodies. About the Guest: Jo Stewart is a yoga teacher, aerial yoga pioneer, founder of Garden of Yoga Studio in Australia, and co-host of the Flow Artist Podcast. She is also the author of Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga. Episode Chapter: 00:02:45 Why yoga is for every body 00:06:11 From visual art to yoga teaching 00:12:20 The myth of the “ideal yoga body” 00:16:49 How aerial yoga creates safety and calm 00:20:26 Inside Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga 00:27:14 Why multiple voices matter in accessibility 00:28:51 Where to connect with Jo Stewart Key Takeaways: Yoga should adapt to people, not the other way around Support and props can deepen practice, not reduce it Feeling safe in your body changes how you move Accessibility begins with listening, not assumptions How to Connect With the Guest: Instagram: Garden of Yoga Website: gardenofyoga.com.au Podcast: Flow Artist Podcast   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

A Journey Through Women's Health, Yoga, and Personal Transformation Kate Payne's journey from corporate marketing to becoming a women's health yoga therapist is a compelling story of transformation and purpose. Starting with meditation at 16 to manage anxiety, she discovered yoga in her early twenties after recovering from a health challenge in Thailand. What began as a simple gym class recommendation blossomed into a life-changing path that would eventually become her professional calling. Her work now extends far beyond traditional yoga teaching. Through her Holistic Woman Media project and podcast, Kate is challenging the one-size-fits-all approach that dominates women's health care and the wellness industry. As she powerfully states, "We're redefining what healthcare looks like for women... looking at it as individual." This perspective is particularly refreshing in a world where women's experiences are often dismissed or oversimplified. What's particularly striking about Kate's approach is her emphasis on depth over breadth in learning and teaching. Rather than collecting numerous certifications, she advocates for truly embodying the teachings and applying them meaningfully to life. This philosophy carries through to her views on motherhood and personal practice, where she focuses on incorporating yogic principles into daily life and parenting. Her approach to supporting her children's emotional development using yoga philosophy shows how these ancient teachings can be practically applied in modern life. The conversation between Kate and Jo Stewart delves into critical issues around women's health education and systemic challenges. They tackle problematic narratives about menstrual health and challenge the normalization of pain and shame in women's bodily experiences. Kate's message about "leaning into quiet" and respecting natural cycles resonates deeply, especially in our busy modern world where we're often pushed to constantly do more. Links Kates Website - https://higherstatesofyoga.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katepayneyoga/ Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/2zo8VJxyw9QtaCmivVFfpy?si=963bfa3a567549f6&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree

In this conversation, Sherri Taylor and astronomer Stephan Martin explore the concept of deep time and its implications for our understanding of the universe and our place within it. They discuss the importance of context, the interconnectedness of all beings, and the role of subjectivity from the deep time perspective. They also delve into the idea of aligned action and how it can be guided by a deep time perspective and the cosmological powers of the universe. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the ongoing process of learning and growth inherent to our cosmic unfurling. They explore the concept of allurement and how activating our allurements can lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Steve also does a short Q&A and answers questions from the EA community on the relationship between astronomy and astrology, the possibility of life on other planets, and the mysteries of dark matter.    Cosmic Conversations website: www.cosmicconversations.org Cataclysm and Collective Emergence (article) Deeptime Network: dtnetwork.org Facebook Cosmic Adventures page: https://www.facebook.com/cosmicadventuresstargazing Join Sherri Taylor's next Solve et Coagula Devotional Cycle –

In this episode, Renee Sills, and Ramon and Michelle Gabrieloff-Parish share how they personally experience astrology, activism and healing intersecting in their lives and work. They discuss the roles each of these lenses play in collective liberation and long-term social change, and share what they hope to explore and experience at the Body of Stars retreat they'll be facilitating this October in Colorado.  The Body of Stars Retreat is from October 24-27, 2024 at the Rocky Mountain Ecodharma Center in Ward, CO. You can learn more & register to join us here. Can't make it, but interested in supporting someone else's attendance? Donate to our scholarship fund here. –

In this conversation, Sherri Taylor and Ari Felix of The Dream Mami discuss astrology and its transformative power. Ari shares their journey into astrology and how it provided an existential context outside of religious dogma. The two talk about the importance of direct experience and explore the concept of The Great Defrosting, in reference to Saturn's transit through Pisces and the dissolution of self-imposed limitations, as well as the interplay between Saturn and Jupiter emphasizing the need for both seriousness and playfulness in navigating life's challenges. Find Ari at www.thedreammami.com

This is a recorded conversation from February 2, 2024, closely following Pluto's ingress into Aquarius on January 20. Embodied Astrology faculty member Ramon Gabrieloff-Parish engages in discussion with Michelle Gabrieloff-Parish and Adrian Molina on what Pluto's transit through Aquarius could bring: the potentialities of Artificial Intelligence, singularity, and what it would take to build a people's future. If you enjoy this conversation, we invite you to join us on Saturday, Sep 7, 2024 for Gabz 404's next Nebula Lab workshop on Artificial Intelligence & Neptune as we continue our exploration of AI through the lens of astrology.

Join Sherri Taylor and Anders Renee (Andi) for a conversation on the significations of vocation in one's birth chart. Sherri and Andi take a stroll through the 2nd, 6th and 10th houses of the chart, exploring the influence of Saturn, and discussing the significance of values, resources, and daily work in finding one's calling. Their conversation challenges the idea of the linear career path, emphasizing “work” as a path to self-discovery and creative expression, and speaks to themes of legacy, cycles and seasons.  Resources: Sunday, Aug 18: Solve et Coagula session w/ Sherri Taylor & Anders Renee Astrology with Anders Andi's Roots and Fruits Guide to Vocation in the Natal Chart

In this conversation, Sherri Taylor and Dr. Antoinette MacKenzie discuss one of the feminine faces of Saturn, The Bone Mother. Dr. MacKenzie delves into the myth of the Cailleach, a Bone Mother archetype associated with Saturn, and describes developing an emplaced relationship, to the stars and through connecting with the land-based mythic stories and archetypes of our lineages. Join us to consider how Bone Mother Saturn mentors our personal growth and offers us gifts of belonging.  References: Find Antoinette MacKenzie at Pomegranate Astrology Solve et Coagula - Sherri's 2024-2025 series with Embodied Astrology

In this conversation, Sherri Taylor talks Saturn in Pisces wisdom with Alua Arthur, a death doula and author, from her book Briefly, Perfectly, Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End. They discuss topics such as the sociopolitical context of death and dying, the distinction between care and love, the importance of lessons learned from limitations and failure, and what it means to surrender to your purpose. Links: Alua's book Briefly Perfectly Human Going with Grace Alua's TED Talk

This is your Virgo season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is an intro and welcome to Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology.

This is your Taurus season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Aries season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Pisces season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Aquarius season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Capricorn season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Sagittarius season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Scorpio season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Libra season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Leo season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Gemini season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Cancer season-ahead reading for Gemini Season (May 20-June 20, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

Tune in for the first installment of Junauda Petrus's mutable sign interview series on the Embodied Astrology podcast. In this episode, Junauda interviews Crystal Clarity, NYC artist, activist, and Pisces sun. The two talk about life as a Pisces; art as faith practice; the difference between transactional and transformational commitments; and the importance of doing the work we believe in, no matter whether we live to see the outcomes.

Gabz 404 and Renee Sills embark on a Neptunian conversation on the deep importance of the language we use and the stories we tell, and what else becomes possible when we are willing to loosen our grip on our individual “truths” and let ourselves get curious about un/reality.  MORE INFO & REGISTRATION FOR GABZ'S EMBODIED ASTROLOGY WORKSHOP SERIES HERE

This is your Virgo season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Libra season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Taurus season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Gemini season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Cancer season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Leo season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Scorpio season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Sagittarius season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Capricorn season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Aquarius season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Pisces season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

This is your Aries season-ahead reading for Taurus Season (Apr 19 - May 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. 

In this Aries Season conversation episode, Renee Sills is joined by Ramon Gabrieloff Parish for a conversation that anchors in astrology and expands into the past and future of social, political and cultural imagination. Ramon is a lifelong star gazer, Afrofuturist philosopher, practicing astrologer, social artist and creative ceremonialist. This is his fourth year teaching with Embodied Astrology.

This is your Scorpio season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Virgo season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Libra season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Gemini season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Sagittarius season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Aquarius season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.

This is your Pisces season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). The full readings are now available for purchase here.

This is your Aries season-ahead reading for Aries Season (Mar 19 - Apr 19, 2024) from Renee Sills of Embodied Astrology. Listen/read for your Sun/Rising/Moon signs. Please note that this season's horoscopes are excerpts from Renee's 2024 Year-Ahead Readings (3.5 - 4 hour readings for each zodiacal sign for the year ahead). ⁠The full readings are now available for purchase here⁠.