Podcasts about yoga school

Giana Gambino & Bradshaw Wish, founders of C.A.Y.A Yoga School and hosts of The Funny Thing About Yoga Podcast, talk with J about the ins and outs of having a yoga career in 2025. They discuss having a collaboration, teachers as brands, resolving conflict and developing trust, admin and websites, their relationship, developing a training, starting a podcast, being authentic letting go of micromanaging, desire for connection, fairness in sharing revenue, perseverance in the face of challenge, and being innovative about the future.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

In this exciting season opener, Bradshaw and Giana reflect on how The Funny Thing About Yoga has found its groove, celebrating the joy of their "friend dates" and the personal and professional growth they've experienced with each episode. They share their big 2025 goals for the podcast and their business, C.A.Y.A. Yoga School, including plans for their 300-hour teacher training and growing their offerings.The duo dives into the business side of yoga, offering advice to teachers looking to plan workshops, retreats, and trainings, while keeping it real about the lessons they've learned from failure. Things get personal as they reflect on where they've been, where they are now, and where they hope to go next. From reckoning and transformation to tranquility and self-love, Bradshaw and Giana get candid about their journeys and aspirations.And, of course, there's humor—Bradshaw wraps things up with two hilarious stories about teaching yoga after the New Year rush. Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and the perfect start to a brand-new season!JOIN US ON A RETREAT:Nicaragua Yoga Retreat (MARCH): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicaraguaStarved Rock Yoga Retreat (JULY): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockITALY Yoga Retreat (AUGUST): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/italyBE PART OF OUR FUNNY FAM: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/communityPODCAST SUBSTACK: https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/FOLLOW US:@thefunnythingaboutyoga @cayayogaschool @gianagambino @bradshawwishLINKS:https://www.cayayogaschool.com/https://www.gianayoga.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Giana and Bradshaw dive into the heart of community—what it means to them and how they've cultivated it since starting C.A.Y.A. Yoga School. They share stories of different studio vibes, the power of shared interests, and how connection can offer support and growth, both personally and professionally. Fostering this sense of community is one of their favorite aspects of teaching yoga, from their retreats, where they show up for students and support their practice, to teacher trainings that have helped students connect with others and even land jobs. Tune in for all things community, plus hilarious tales of pronouns, French fries, and threatening texts for talking too much. Inspired by recent reflections, this episode introduces our new initiative—a monthly Zoom to connect with listeners and Instagram followers. Visit our website to register and join the Funny Fam—let's grow this thing together!SIGN UP FOR OUR 200-HOUR TEACHER TRAINING THIS WINTER: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/200UPCOMING RETREATS:Nicaragua Yoga Retreat (MARCH): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicaraguaStarved Rock Yoga Retreat (JULY 2025): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockItaly Yoga Retreat (SEPTEMBER 2025): https://www.cayayogaschool.com/italyFOLLOW US:@thefunnythingaboutyoga @cayayogaschool @gianagambino @bradshawwishBE PART OF OUR FUNNY FAM: https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/LINKS:https://www.cayayogaschool.com/https://www.gianayoga.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the Live Your Yoga Podcast!We are so happy to welcome Sharon Neish back to the podcast! Sharon is an Australian Personal Trainer, Yoga Educator, author and Fitness Manager of Australia's largest fitness facility. In 2007, she began training as a First Responder which opened doorways to a deeper understanding of human anatomy. Sharon is currently studying a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology to complement her Yoga School, combining her skillset and passion for teaching yoga classes and facilitating yoga retreats.On this episode of the podcast Sharon and Juan chat about incorporating anatomy into a yoga class, body literacy, injury prevention and much more!To find out more about Sharon:Website: Sharon NeishInstagram: @sharon_neishFacebook: Sharon NeishVisit our Website

November 27, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaYear End Reflections & Goals Episode No. 42Giana and Bradshaw share their personal reflections for 2023 about their year-end highlights and new-year goals. They get personal and share standout memories, big life lessons, and what they look forward to leaving behind. They also play a round of cancel, explore commit, and share some of their big memorable funny things. December will feature short format episodes and the podcast will return In full force on January 8th, 2024. We hope you all enjoy a wonderful holiday season and continue to practice. Thanks for listening and please rate, review, and subscribe to help support us!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back After the Holiday 01:35 We're Getting Reflective Today04:06 Podcast Highlights 06:35 What are Your Podcast Goals?10:50 New Year Resolutions or Goals19:20 Stand Out 2023 Memories 23:53 What little Things are You Enjoying Day to Day?25:15 Have You Learned any Big Life Lessons this Year?41:54 Describe 2023 in One Word44:10 What are you Leaving Behind in 2023?44:55 Practice Goals48:20 Cancel, Commit, Explore49:20 The Funny Thing About Yoga56:10 Closing ThoughtsFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 19, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaGratitude Episode No. 41Giana and Bradshaw talk all about Gratitude. They get vulnerable and personal as they talk about what they're grateful for, what a gratitude practice looks like for them, and what challenges they're dealing with. A gratitude practice can help and they go over how these small mindset shifts can lead to bigger changes, without bypassing of course. You can anticipate hearing about coping with loss during the holidays, the importance of chosen family, friendship breakups, health struggles, and crying, of course. We understand the holidays can be hard and beautiful and we're here with you, don't forget to time care of yourself and turn to your practice. 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Chit Chat 03:30 Let's Talk About Gratitude!06:45 Chosen Family10:45 A Turbulent Relationship with Chicago 13:10 Health15:15 Breaking the Negative Cycles17:02 Daily Gratitude Journal 19:05 Making 1% Changes 24:47 Perspective Shifts25:40 Bypassing27:18 Sharing Gratitude with Others30:42 Gratitude for Siblings33:20 Crying34:40 Holiday Thoughts 35:35 Turn to your Yoga Practice37:15 The Funny Thing About Yoga39:55 GoodbyesFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Koya Webb is an internationally recognized yoga teacher, celebrity holistic health coach, author, speaker, and vegan activist whose core mission is to promote daily self-care, oneness and eco friendly living to combat some of the world's biggest challenges including mental health, social injustices and global warming. Inspiring millions of lives, Koya is the founder of Get Loved Up, an international lifestyle community and Yoga School that promotes mental, spiritual and physical health. She is also the author of LET YOUR FEARS MAKE YOU FIERCE: How to Turn Common Obstacles into Seeds for Growth, which addresses daily self assessment and mindfulness, understanding how to make fear your friend, and using the power of holistic health to heal. As a former competitive track and field athlete training for the Olympics, Koya first got introduced to yoga after a debilitating track injury. In this episode, Louie and Koya discuss holistic approaches to wonder & awe, and how both can infuse their way into the smallest of habits to help improve our sprits.... right now.

November 13, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaAstrology, Yoga, and Our Stars with Mahlet YaredEpisode No. 40This week Giana and Bradshaw have on Astrologer Mahlet Yared. They have so much fun talking about their charts, but only after diving into the link between yoga and astrology. Aside from the long history of both yoga and astrology linked in the Vedic period, there are also strong planetary influences that may indicate if you're involved in a career regarding health, wellness, or service. Mahi breaks It all and makes It palatable for the complete astrology beginner. Plus you'll get to know you're two lovely hosts on a more intimate level. If you feel inspired to learn more about your chart, check out the list of resources Mahi shared with us at the bottom of these show notes. And don't forget she is available for private readings. Thank you so much for listening. If you're enjoying this podcast, share It with friends! And don't forget you can win a t-shirt through the end of November when you rate, review, and subscribe. Thank you for Listening!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Announcements and Introduction03:40 All about Mahlet Yared08:15 Yoga and Astrology 12:20 Mahi's Signs 13:30 Big Three: Sun, Moon, Rising17:20 Gemini Moon in Giana and Bradshaw's Chart22:06 Bad Reps, The Truth, and The Hands 25:45 Energy and Intuition 27:40 Virgo Rising Vs. Virgo Sun31:47 Aquarius Sun, Venus, and Mercury 33:30 Complimentary energy between Venus in Libra and Aquarius 37:28 The link between Queer and Poly and Venus in Aquarius 39:10 Libra Venus- Finding Potential 41:00 Bradshaw Thinks Everyone Is Hot42:25 Libra and Indecision45:10 Mars, Mercury, and Air Energy47:50 Our Partnership Was Written in the Stars49:22 7th House of Partnerships50:20 Finding the Houses and Different House Systems51:28 Vedic System Accuracy 53:20 Jupiter and Healing59:30 Where to Begin Learning About Astrology01:00:30 Where to Find Mahi01:02:00 The Funny Thing About Yoga 01:05:20 Intuition and Astrology01:10:15 Closing Thoughts and GoodbyesMahlet Yared Web & IG https://justonegursha.com/ | @justonegurushaMahi's Recommendations: https://www.astro-seek.com/ + Apps: Time Passages, Chani, The SparkFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack for bonus content: https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 05, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaGiving It Your All with Yoga Entrepreneur Pedro LunaEpisode No. 39This week Giana and Bradshaw have on Pedro Luna, the creator of YogiMemes, Yoga with Pedro, and Next Level Yoga Community. Giana and Pedro met a decade ago during YTT in Costa Rica and briefly taught at the same South Florida studio afterward. Witnessing Pedro's career blossom into all that he has accomplished today has been nothing short of inspiring. He's done It all, from bringing people joy with his memes and tweets, hosting real conversations on the Yogi Show Podcast, creating an online community and large beach yoga following, to building an app and sharing virtual meditations and classes, and that's not even all! This episode addresses topics like growth, partnerships, building confidence, taking risks, investing in yourself, and dreams for the future. Pedro gets things done and he loves to help others along the way because, at the heart of It, the community is what drives him. Pedro reminds us that if you're passionate about what you're doing and dedicated to staying the course, everything will fall into place. If you're enjoying this podcast, share It with friends! And don't forget you can win a t-shirt through the end of November when you rate, review, and subscribe. Thank you for Listening!Follow Pedro Luna @yogawithpedro and @yogimemesFor More Information about Pedro: https://www.nextlevelyogacommunity.com/ Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 30, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaBackbend Basics & Banter Episode No. 38Giana and Bradshaw talk all about backbends today beginning with Upward Facing Dog pose. Though this pose is one of the most repeated backbends in a vinyasa yoga class, they explain how It is not often broken down in enough detail so It can be polarizing. Not only do they explain the alignment and differences between an updog and a cobra pose, but they also break down prone backbends, kneeling backbends, standing backbends, and supine backbends. They stress the importance of sequencing progressively and finding balance, and they encourage teachers and students to explore the many benefits of the lower range of motion backbends. Of course, they share some tips, funnies, and ridiculous banter along the way. If you're enjoying this podcast, share It with friends! And don't forget you can win a t-shirt through the end of November when you rate, review, and subscribe. Thank you for Listening!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Chit Chat 03:50 Let's Talk Backbends!06:48 Backbends are Polarizing07:39 Upward Facing Dog10:35 Cobra versus Updog13:10 The Problem with Cuing Alignment in Flow Classes15:20 Lower Range of Motion Backbends17:32 Bringing Balance to the Body21:20 Low Range of Motion Backbends Bring More Benefits 23:25 Different Styles of Backbends25:22 Prone Backbends 29:55 Kneeling Backbends35:54 Reclining Backbends39:24 Standing Backbends42:30 Summary 43:15 Pregnancy and Backbends46:14 Tips for Crunchiness47:12 First Crushes50:30 Cancel, Explore, Commit51:40 The Funny Thing About Yoga55:17 Closing Thoughts and AnnouncementsFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 23, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThe Student-Teacher Paradigm Shift LIVE from Zen Yoga GarageEpisode No. 37This week Giana and Bradshaw bring back Melissa Talleda, Managing director of Zen Yoga Garage to host an in-studio event and podcast recording. On Friday, October 20th the three of them co-taught a 60-minute yoga class demoing different teaching styles then the group stayed for the live and interactive podcast recording. In this week's episode, you will hear the discussion that took place that night. The teacher-student paradigm was at the forefront of this conversation, and Giana began by discussing a few of the many ways the relationship has changed. They talk about what students look for in a teacher, hands-on assists, the business side of things, different teaching and learning styles, and so much more. Not only do these three detail their experiences as young students and how that experience shaped their yoga world, but how with more knowledge and growth they continue to show up as teachers in a changing field. Navigating these shifts- be It COVID, Me Too, Black Lives Matter, or the Body Positivity movement, has greatly influenced how they show up to the yoga room. And these same social movements have also affected how students receive and perceive information. So has the rise of on-demand virtual classes, mediated imagery of "yoga," social media scrolling and so much more. From shorter attention spans to multiple sources of information, teachers are often left feeling defeated. Ultimately this discussion poses two major questions: how can teachers better serve their students? And how can students become better students?Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishSubscribe to Substack to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttOr check out our retreats:Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaStarved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformC.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaw: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 16, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaWe Talk Nonsense, then Get Serious about Sequencing Episode No. 36The title says It all: this episode begins with casual banter that spirals into a lot of nonsensical talk between Giana and Bradshaw. It's a conversation that paints a clear picture of their dynamic, which often involves Giana trying to lay out the foundation and Bradshaw bouncing to the beat of his own drum. After chatting about therapy, water aerobics, nudity, language, conjugal visits, gonorrhea, and vaginas they finally take a deep breath and focus. They get serious about sequencing and talk about why It is so important to have a plan and blueprint. They also share really great advice, especially for new teachers, and emphasize the importance of simplicity and consistency. The end with a game of cancel, commit explore, and share funny etiquette and ego stories. Please share this episode with friends, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Through November you can win a T-shirt for your review!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to A Live Podcast From The Road06:43 Upcoming Events09:30 Bradshaw can't be Managed12:40 OK, All things SEQUENCING!17:23 Why Is It Important?21:25 Improvising is a Skill22:03 Know What You're Trying to Teach 23:45 Consistency is Key29:53 Subbing and Sequencing32:08 The Importance of Simplicity 37:15 Mentorship is Helpful38:50 Recap and Advice44:00 Bringing in the Spiritual, Mental, Emotional45:52 Cancel, Commit, Explore47:09 The Funny Thing About Yoga53:40 Final Thoughts and GoodbyesFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishCurious about our 200-hour? Check It out: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 9, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaTeaching Opportunities, Auditions, and All Things MoneyEpisode No. 35This week Giana and Bradshaw talk about the different places yoga teachers can teach, auditioning, and all things money. They share their years of experience in teaching at several venues, creating opportunities for themselves, and cultivating the necessary business skills to be your own boss. They bring full transparency to this conversation to help inspire you- whether you're a seasoned teacher yourself or newly certified. Many of the topics discussed are often taboo, yet they believe that yoga teachers need to look out for one another. There is no gatekeeping here- you can anticipate hearing about the going rates in Chicago, their lowest-paying gigs, how to negotiate pay, and the audition process. While the information can be very helpful, especially for newer teachers, this field is not always pretty or glamorous. As Giana settles back into Chicago, she is deep in It herself. As she says, if you have the passion and drive for teaching yoga and walking this path, there is a way to make a comfortable living. They hope this conversation helps inspire you to find your way. If you find this episode helpful, please share It with your yoga teacher friends. And as always, please rate, review, and subscribe!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to A Live Podcast From The Road05:30 Making Money and Getting Jobs06:45 Different Places to Work as a Yoga Teacher10:10 Creating Opportunities for Yourself14:35 Gyms Versus Studios21:45 Teaching at Yoga Studios31:15 We're Still Figuring It Out35:15 Audition Formats 42:10 Advice for Auditions44:45 Money Money Money!51:58 Advice on Negotiating Rate57:45 Cancel, Commit, Explore58:30 The Funny Thing About YogaFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishInterested in becoming a Yoga Teacher? Learn about our 200 Hour Program Here:https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicayttNicaragua Yoga Retreat: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaStarved Rock Yoga Retreat: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webC.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 2, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaLive From Joshua Tree: The Ebbs and Flows of Practice Episode No. 34Giana and Bradshaw record live from their retreat in Joshua Tree, California this week. They talk about taking time off to be students in Los Angeles beforehand and how It was important to fill up their cups before leading the retreat. Not only did they feel inspired and reconnected to their personal practice but they also discuss the broader ebbs and flows of practice. They discuss the logistics that hold them back and ways in which they could hold themselves accountable and recommit to being a student. They also have attendees listening in and 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to A Live Podcast From The Road03:25 The Ebbs and Flows of Practice08:40 Yoga Buddies for Accountability10:00 Growing as a Teacher11:10 Giving It Your All12:35 Ego or Motivation?16:01 Inner Monologue 19:02 Gender Diversity in the Yoga Room21:55 Insecurity about the Ebb and Flow23:02 Taking Classes and Finding Teachers27:34 Commitment and Convenience31:30 The Ebbs and the Flows are a Cycle of Growth33:10 Feedback from our Retreat Attendees35:10 A Good Reminder39:02 The Funny Thing About Yoga41:32 Cancel, Explore, Commit43:27 Announcements & Goodbyes Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 25, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaReflecting and Growing with Alison Riazi Episode No. 33This week Giana and Bradshaw talk with Alison Riazi a fellow Chicago Yoga Teacher with a ton of experience. From her early days in Corepower training to a big move to New York to pursue dancing, then a move home to Chicago and so much more, Alison has done It all. They talk about rebuilding your career with moving and other yoga teacher milestones and transitions. They also touch on the energy output, teaching online, 200 hour trainings and stepping into the teacher's teacher role. You can anticipate tangents and laughs around also have dating as a yoga instructor, special moments in class, and backhanded student insults. You are sure to feel part of this chat during this episode. Enjoy the listen and don't forget to share the love by rating, reviewing, and subscribing. We love you!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to the Podcast Alison Riazi01:28 Alison's Journey to Teaching06:20 Hot Yoga and 201008:50 Going Full Time and Further Education10:30 NYC teaching spots13:08 Moving Back to Chicago15:10 Starting Over and Rebuilding 17:45 Becoming Teachers Teachers18:45 Leading 200-Hour Yoga Trainings and Insecurities 22:45 Teaching Online26:37 Adapting as a Yoga Teacher29:05 Quick Transition to Virtual30:45 Changing Your Teaching Style for Online34:55 The Energy Output and Editing39:15 Reviewing Old Recordings and the Sound of Our Voices41:55 It's All About Energy45:00 Creative Outlets51:05 Dating As A Yoga Teacher52:18 The Funny Thing About Yoga01:03:30 Where to Find Alison and GoodbyesFollow Alison at @alisonriaziyogaFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 18, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaBody Image and YogaEpisode No. 32This week Giana and Bradshaw talk about all things Body Image, from the stereotypical yoga body to the commercialization of yoga, to feeling unwelcome, unsolicited comments and negative self-talk. They talk about their experience as both students and teachers and share the several ways in which the yoga practice can help cultivate a healthy relationship with body image. They also give advice on what not to do and share a few related stories. Check out this episode and let us know what you think!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Chat05:03 Body Image06:20 Stereotypes14:01 The Commercialization of Yoga15:35 Our Experience 22:35 Adaptations and Representations25:18 How Can Yoga Improve Body Image30:48 No One Looking At You32:57 Learning About Other Bodies Through Students35:50 More Benefits38:41 Self-Sabotage 41:50 Do not Comment on People's Bodies46:15 This Topic is Important to us48:37 The Funny Thing About Yoga51:45 Closing AnnouncementsFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comSubscribe to our C.A.Y.A. Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 5, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThis Wasn't in the Job DescriptionEpisode No. 31In today's episode, “This wasn't in the Job Description,” Giana and Bradshaw talk about many of the atypical situations they have encountered in their collective 19 years of teaching experience. From medical emergencies and dealing with intruders, to conflict management and everything in between, the hosts get very candid about many different situations that have challenged them to think quickly and improvise all while caring for and safeguarding their students. This isn't an episode of just jokes and laughs, though some of the absurdity can be seen as comical, It is an episode that gets deeply personal and reflects how both of them have responded to stimuli and sometimes stressful circumstances while on the job. These stories are shared with the intention of shedding light on the many different hats yoga teachers are sometimes asked to wear in hopes that their learning moments provide lessons or comfort to other teachers who have been in similar situations. With each of these stories shared came an opportunity for growth and we're honored to be growing along with all of you. Thanks for listening and please rate, review, and subscribe to help support the podcast! 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Chat and Announcements03:03 This was NOT in the Job Description07:25 Atypical Experiences in a Group Class #112:00 Insurance and Liability 15:45 Atypical Experiences in a Group Class #218:55 Atypical Experiences in a Group Class #329:00 Students are very Understanding30:55 Atypical Experiences in a Group Class #432:20 How to Handle Creeps in Public Classes 34:10 Atypical Experiences in a Group Class #538:20 Managing Conflict on a Retreat40:55 Asking Someone to Leave a Retreat51:02 Closing Thoughts53:02 The Funny Thing About Yoga57:03 Final ThoughtsFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua please visit: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicarguaJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 5, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaEverything You Need to Know About InversionsEpisode No. 30This week Giana and Bradshaw talk about Inversions- particularly headstands, forearm stands, and Handstands. Before getting into It they enjoy lighthearted banter and as their 2024 Retreat and YTT approaches, reminisce about Nicaragua. As for the Inversion talk, they detail their experience and preferences, the reason for including inversions in your practice, and even give helpful tips for getting upside down. They also weave in anecdotes about fears, Barbie, Periods, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this conversation and thank you for listening. As always, rate, review, and subscribe! If you'd like to join us in Nicaragua please visit: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Banter04:08 Nicaragua11:14 Bradshaw Talks About Inversions15:04 What is an Inversion?16:28 Gianas Experience 19:45 Being a Beginner at Something Helps You Teach22:25 Are Inversions Important?25:30 Listen to Your Body26:53 Fear32:02 You don't have to Invert33:29 Headstand, Forearmstand, Handstand36:18 Headstand40:47 Forearmstand45:05 Find Stability through Stacking46:50 Yoga vs. Gymnastic Handstand 50:33 The Feet52:20 Consistency 54:15 The Funny Thing About YogaFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 28, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaFrom Exploitation to Established Yoga Instructor with Quamay SamsEpisode No. 29Giana and Bradshaw catch up with a friend, Quamay Sams. Quamay is a 500-hour yoga instructor based in New York City who strives to balance movement with the mindfulness of spiritual meditation. He shares his passion locally in Brooklyn and globally on Glo. In this conversation, Quamay chronicles how he went from a new yoga teacher teaching for free to making It a career on one of the most well-respected and internationally recognized online platforms. In between, he has done It all, managed studios, led retreats, and participated in several yoga teacher trainings all while navigating two of the most expensive cities in the country. It is so easy to banter with Quamay, which our several tangents confirm. From Home Depot, Shopping, Rappers, and so much more- you have to listen. Enjoy the episode and as always, thank you for listening!If you're enjoying the podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe to help support us. We love those 5-star Reviews.00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Quamay Sams! The banter is real…05:05 Quamay's yoga journey09:15 Yoga to the People12:15 Exploitation of new teachers17:25 Journey to teaching full time21:25 Training 26 & 2 and Management26:40 Big move to San Francisco35:04 New York Talk36:25 Big Shifts since 2020!38:16 Teaching online for Glo40:50 Class Length 44:39 Online Feedback47:40 Where you can find Quamay 51:25 The Funny Thing About Yoga59:02 Closing ThoughtsFollow Quamay on Instagram @eyethreeCheck out his website: https://www.eyethreeyoga.com/Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newsletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 21, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaAlignment: Does It Matter?Episode No. 28This week Giana leads with an intro that addresses new listeners, she shares information about upcoming yoga retreats, and she gets personal about whats been going on for her. Then Bradshaw joins the conversation and they begin to talk about Alignment and pose the question: Is there a right or wrong way to do things? They both share their viewpoints on alignment and discuss if the rules matter and how or why things might be altered. In doing so they give three examples: warrior one, wheel, and triangle pose. Of course they can't resist tangents, advice for new teachers, and funny stories.Thank you for listening and as always, rate, review, and subscribe! 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Gigglers - theres so much to update you on!06:18 Bradshaw Joins in the Convo07:35 Does Alignment Matter?08:39 Bradshaws Thoughts on This11:22 Giana Shares her Thoughts13:22 Different Variations of Warrior 1 20:20 Having a Broad Perspective21:00 Different Variations of Wheel Pose26:20 Different Variations of Triangle Pose 35:52 Linear Thinking Versus Nuance 39:03 Critical Thinking, Growth, and Discernment42:22 The Funny Thing about Yoga48:00 Closing Thoughts and OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 14, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaOn Breaking Stigmas and Being Yourself with Stephanie AcostaEpisode No. 27This week Giana and Bradshaw have Stephanie Acosta on the podcast to talk about breaking stigmas in the wellness industry, creating a platform for other Latinx yoga teachers, being a mom, big shifts throughout the pandemic, being real and all things New York. Stephanie says It like It is and shows up completely as herself both in the podcast and in life. As a team lead at Y7 she shares good advice for the newer generation of teachers and makes us laugh about sequencing. They keep It light with jokes about yoga teacher pet peeves, talk about their least favorite poses, and how difficult It is as a yoga teacher to wear so many hats. This episode feels like you've been let in on a private chat between friends and It could've went on and on. Check out Stephanie and Yogis Unidos on Instagram and as always, thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe to help support the podcast. 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome back Housekeeping03:03 Stephanie Acosta!07:05 Diversity and the New York Scene09:28 Yogis Unidos 11:58 Know Your Worth14:23 Gatekeeping15:30 Pre and Post Pandemic 19:10 Quarantine as a time to Redefine Relationships20:18 Taking Time for Yourself22:35 How to Scale back but still Support Yourself25:05 Being your own Boss & the Layers of Connection27:22 Stephanies Role at Y728:20 Advice for the Younger Generation30:46 Yoga Pet Peeves and Least Favorite Poses34:02 Stephanies Socials and Breaking Stigmas37:40 Y7 Scouting and Audition Experience39:50 Vocal Tone and Being Hyped42:07 New York, Rent, Roommates47:40 Giana's Dog48:55 The Funny Thing About Yoga56:56 Advice for New Teachers 58:05 Perfectionism1:01:00 Memes, Beyonce, and Taylor Swift1:02:17 Closing ThoughtsFollow Stephanie Acosta @stephanieacostayoga @yogisunidosFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 7, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaSocial Media and Random TangentsEpisode No. 26This week Giana and Bradshaw talk completely off the cuff about all things social media, humor, and finding their niche. Of course they cannot avoid tangents that range from the people upstairs, astrology, their roles with CAYA, clean aesthetics, and so much more. They detail their strategy or lack of strategy with social media, some controversy that comes with putting out reels, and the accounts that inspire them. Thank you for listening and as always, rate, review, and subscribe! 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome back Chaos05:30 Today We're talking about Social Media and a million other things07:41 Bradshaw and the People Upstairs09:58 Building the CAYA Instagram11:30 Bradshaw, the Bare minimum and his Ego16:04 Funny Versus Academic 17:55 Blame It on Astrology24:45 You can't box us in26:01 Humorous Instagram Reels 31:15 Reel Reactions and Our Values38:08 Social Media is Strange40:25 Our Favorite Funny Yoga Instagram Accounts44:20 Wrapping It Up45:30 Cancel, Commit, Explore47:12 The Funny Thing About Yoga53:30 Announcements55:08 OutroFunny Yoga Accounts to Follow:@adamhusler @jackworkanmanyoga @francescomazzattiyoga @abimillsyoga @bay_jitsuFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 31, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaYTT: Our Experience, Pros & Cons, and Future PlansEpisode No. 25In this weeks episode Giana and Bradshaw talk ALL things yoga teacher trainings. They talk about their first experience in a 200 Hour, the different formats of trainings, the lack of regulations and yoga alliance standards, and so much more. With a 200 Hour Yoga teacher program of their own coming up in Nicaragua 2024, they explain what students can expect, as well as acknowledge that trainings are not for everyone. Through listing a few of the pros and cons of taking a yoga teacher training, they hope to be transparent about the experience and help curious listeners decide if its a path they want to follow. And as always, they will make you laugh with stories about having a baby, being a germaphobe, and a fun round of cancel, explore, commit. Thank you for listening to the podcast and helping to spread the word!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Announcements06:00 Todays Topic: Yoga Teacher Trainings6:55 Bradshaws 200 Hour Training12:52 Gianas 200 Hour Training18:39 Different Types of Training19:32 Should Anyone be Allowed to take a YTT?24:37 Training Quality and Standards29:06 The Pros of Taking a Yoga Teacher Training32:30 The Cons of Taking a Yoga Teacher Training39:43 Our Next 200 Hour Training43:54 Ask us about our 200 Hour44:32 Cancel, Commit, Explore46:56 The Funny Thing About Yoga53:14 OutroJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Starved Rock: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/starvedrockJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guruji Rishi Vasu sits with Alex to describe his fasting experiences & knowledge. The 40 days on water he did in a tantric ashram and the 21 days he's just done. Alex also just finished a 14-day water-only fasting. They talk about their experiences and some of the science behind fasting. Rishi Vasu is also a doctor and he has also been guiding people on their fasting journeys. Chapters: 0:00 Intro & Alex's 14-day experience 4:45 Rishi's experience with fasting & history of spiritual fasts 9:30 Fasting is new to modern medical science. This is why. The name of the Japanese researcher is Yoshinori Ohsumi 15:15 Describing the fasting process & experience 21:02 Should you be active while fasting? 27:30 Should you fill up your reserves before fasting? 32:20 True carnivores vs human "carnivores" and why fasting is natural 36:55 Why is the Buddha sometimes represented as fat? 42:55 How to break a fast? 48:05 Veganism, non-violence and non-judgement 55:22 Becoming sensitive to nutrition & conclusion LINKS: THE LIGHTLEADERS PODCAST: Join our Telegram group: https://t.me/thelightleaders Join Alex's Telegram channel: https://t.me/newearth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelightleaders All platforms, including audio podcasts: https://thelightleaders.org RISHI VASU & MYT YOGA: Website: https://www.mytyoga.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/mytyoga/ Rishi was born in a traditional Sanatana family which was very connected to the system of Tantra and Yoga. That gave him the opportunity to learn Sanskrit, the spiritual scriptures and the inner science from an early age. He spent lots of time in different Ashrams and absorbed the original forms of Tantra Yoga. Later, he studied and worked in Krishnamurti's school. This gave him a deep understanding about the network of thought and the way out of it through awakening the capacity to just observe and listen to one's mind without any judgement and identification. Rishi then went on to study with Himalayan Yoga Masters and modern Gurus from south India such as Patabhi Jois and B.K.S. Iyengar. He is a life long disciple of the enlightened master Osho and spent several years in Osho's community. He translated many Osho books from Hindi to English during his Work as Meditation program at Osho International Meditation Resort. Rishi travelled to Europe, America and many Asian countries extensively and taught traditional Tantra and Yoga in their original form. According to Rishi, the radical transformation in his being started taking place during ‘Work as Meditation' at Osho's Ashram. As Osho says- ‘You work for me and I'll work on you'. This statement started manifesting in Rishi's life. He describes the process as rewiring of his whole physical and energetic system to a higher template based on inner ecstasy. His yoga Guru Mr. Iyengar requested him to start a Yoga School in India. With the help of his beloved friends and Osho's Sannyasins, Lila, Sasa and Swami Ansh his Yoga School was started in Goa and it became a great success in a very short period of time. It is Rishi's passion to bring to people's awareness the fact that the twin systems of Tantra and Yoga have never really been separate. They are two aspects of Sanatanam Dharma, the eternal flow of truth.

July 24, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaSobriety, Yoga, and Self-love with Erika Scribner Episode No. 24In this weeks episode Giana and Bradshaw talk with Erika Scribner, a yoga teacher and studio owner based in South Florida. Erika details her journey with overcoming addiction and finding the yoga practice along the way. Though not the only tool in her tool belt, she credits the practice with learning to love herself again. We talk about the challenge of the physical postures and why they're necessary, yoga therapeutics and her trainings, the Yamas and Niyama's and the ethical lessons meant for all of us, and so much more. You can genuinely feel Erikas joy and positivity throughout the conversation and as she points out, its not natural, It took years of doing the hard work to come to where she's at now and It is inspiring. We hope this conversation empowers listeners to use whatever tools in their tool belt that actually work and to find a community of support to help with whatever challenges life brings across your path. Like Erika details, we all possess the ability to go through the mud and blossom into the lotus flower. Enjoy this episode and remember to rate, review and subscribe to help support the podcast! 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to the Pod- Giana's got announcements02:37 A little Intro on our Guest, Erika Scribner!04:25 Erika Tells her Story08:32 Being Humbled Through the Practice10:45 Finding Balance13:54 Erikas Journey to Teaching 17:31 You Need To Try Out a Bunch of Different Yoga Styles20:02 How To Teach to Folks in Recovery?25:40 What Other Tools Were You Using?29:12 The Importance of Other Wellness Tools32:24 Bradshaw's Ego & Giana Talks Power of the Mind35:33 Vulnerability and Being Taken Advantage of37:23 Erika's Advanced Training with Yoga Medicine43:23 Erika's Studio ‘Ananda Yoga'47:49 Power Yoga, Hot Yoga, and A Shifting the Business53:26 Rebuilding a New Business during the Pandemic57:05 A Message to Those going through a Recovery Journey or Sober Curious1:00:39 Where to Find Erika1:01:55 The Funny Thing About Yoga1:07:34 Closing Thoughts & OutroJoin our Substack Newletter to Receive extra bonus FUNNY THING content:https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/?r=2m1azy&utm_campaign=pub&utm_medium=webFollow Erika Scribner @erika_yoga_and_unicornsAnanda Yoga: https://www.anandayogapb.com/Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 16, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaCan You Teach Poses You Can't Do? Episode No. 23In this episode Giana and Bradshaw talk about whether or not yoga teachers should teach poses that they themselves cannot do. It is never black and white and so they detail different scenarios and talk about pivotal memories during their more formidable yoga student years. Bradshaw explains how teaching things he can do easily is actually a challenge for him, whereas Giana talks about one of her big “AHA” moments from a teacher who could not do a pose she taught. This topic leads them through tangents about why challenging poses are necessary and what an advanced practice means. They end the episode with cancel, commit, explore and also share what they're working on or struggling with in their own practice right now. As always listen through to the funny stories at the end and let us know what you think! Rate, Review and Subscribe and share the podcast with your friends !00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Banter 04:00 Can You Teach a posture You cannot do?06:15 Bradshaw talks about how its Hard for him to Teach Handstands08:51 Yoga Teachers don't have to be a Certain Way 09:38 Physical Capabilities Doesn't mean Great Teacher11:36 Giana gives an Example from her Experience as a Student14:28 We talk Visual Learners19:40 You don't Always have to Teach Hard Things 21:30 The More I Practice the Less I Practice “Hard” Pose23:20 “Hard” Poses Bring Big Lessons25:50 Find Ease rather than Creating Dis-Ease27:35 Discomfort Vs. Pain30:20 Advance Pose Versus Advance Practice 37:39 The Practice Changes You41:30 Summarizing Our Convo and How to…42:13 Cancel, Commit, Explore43:00 What Postures Can't You Do that You've Taught?46:00 What Postures Are you Working On?48:45 The Funny Thing About YogaFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 10, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaBroing Out with Calvin CorzineEpisode No. 22In this episode Giana and Bradshaw talk with LA based yoga teacher, Calvin Corzine about his new yoga studio venture, his instagram polls, regional yoga differences and so much more. Calvin is smart, super chill, and he shares a ton of insight from his experience in the yoga world. They connect over FRC, Jui Jitsu, and share their experiences with feedback, mentors, and a continued interest in expansion and growth. This conversation feels like a casual chat amongst friends; you will laugh, you will learn, and we hope you'll feel inspired to advance your studies. Make sure to listen till the very end for the funniest Funny Thing stories yet. As always, don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share with friends. We hope you enjoy the listen!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to the Pod ! We've got a Guest02:45 Let's hear It for Calvin 06:03 Calvin talks Camp LA15:08 Bradshaw asks about FRC 19:30 Misinformation, Oral Tradition, and Ownership21:35 Updating your Teaching22:45 Jui Jitsu23:35 Calvins Instagram Polls29:55 Mentorship32:55 The New Generation38:00 Feedback and Growth43:30 Regional Yoga Vibes46:13 Auditioning48:08 East Coast 50:07 LA Hotties & Class Descriptions55:10 Yoga Frustrations and Modern History57:30 Has the Mentor Generation done “the Grind”59:02 The Funny Thing About YogaFollow Calvin Corzine @calvmonsterFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 3, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaNish the F1sh Explains It All Episode No. 21In this very episode Giana and Bradshaw talk with Nishanth Selvalingam, also known as Nish the F1sh on TikTok and Instagram. Nish teaches yoga and meditation in Los Angeles and hosts a weekly virtual and IRL Sangha gathering focused on philosophy and spiritual studies. He has grown a large following on TikTok for sharing his understanding of deep concepts in a digestible and uplifting manner, which he also does in this episode today. We talk about different schools of philosophy, deaths Reincarnation, yoga and religion, Patanjali, Samkhya, and mythology. He shares with us that the dichotomy between east and west is a false one, that death is akin to changing your clothes, and that all paths lead to the same place. We had a lot of fun learning from Nish and we hope to keep the conversation going. Follow Nish on social media or join his Monday night gatherings- All links are below! Please Rate, Review and Subscribe and if you're enjoying the podcast, and share It with friends…00:00 Intro00:30 Whats going on today?02:30 Welcome Nishanth A.K.A Nish the F1sh07:50 The False East- West Dichotomy and Philosophy16:07 Existentialist and the Buddha 20:27 Death…. Of Course24:38 Mediumship and Reincarnation29:53 Is Yoga a Religion? 34:47 God and the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali 37:47 A tangent on Samkhya42:57 How Nish Teaches in LA46:01 White People Chanting 53:58 The Funny Thing About Mythology1:00:01 Where you can find Nish and OutroFollow Nish on Instagram and TikTok @Nishthef1shWebsite: https://beacons.ai/nishthef1shYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0jNs8LzKie2KBmuId5fs7QPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-love-of-yoga-with-nish-the-fish/id1540320474Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 26, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThe Art of Cueing Episode No. 20Happy Pride Y'all! Giana and Bradshaw begin this episode with some banter about pride and quickly dive into a discussion on Cueing, which could be expanded on in future episodes. Cueing preferences can be seen as subjective since different students learn differently, and this will inform what time of teacher a certain type of learner is drawn to. With this in mind, Giana and Bradshaw share what has been working for them as teachers and what they prefer as students- from being direct, cueing to what you see, using inclusive language, and teaching to varying levels of students. There is so much to reflect on and digest in this episode and listeners are encourage to take what resonates and leave the rest. Of course they also share silly stories and make you laugh along the way. Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast AND help share the love by spreading the word ! We appreciate you :) 00:00 Intro00:30 Happy Pride Everybody !05:35 Language and Cueing - Minimum Relevant Cueing08:20 Build from the ground Up11:17 Beginners Yoga is not Easy13:36 All Levels and Finding Balance 15:00 Cue to What You're Seeing16:50 You Can't Teach Everything in 1 Hour17:30 Cue to What You're Sequencing20:30 Filler Words21:07 Narrating What You Do24:20 Moving Away from Reprimanding Cues25:55 Language that Fosters Growth31:30 Podcast Nicknames33:39 Cue the Breath First36:46 Breath Creates Pacing 40:16 Recapping41:35 Call For Responses42:04 Cancel, Commit, Explore44:05 The I the Me the My Teacher45:49 The Funny Thing About Yoga49:22 Final ThoughtsFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 19, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaLearning and Laughing with Psychic Medium Kim RussoWe talk Ghosts, Energy, and How Yoga Raises your VibrationEpisode No. 19In this very special episode Giana and Bradshaw talk with Kim Russo, a world-renown Psychic Medium and Giana's Aunt. Known as “The Happy Medium,” Kim is an accomplished author and TV personality. She has been on Celebrity Ghost Stories, Paranormal State, and Psychic Kids to name a few. Giana has grown up knowing about her profession and gifts and was curious to see how the language of Spirit intersects with what we learn and know about the practices of yoga, especially the deeper wisdoms of the Subtle Body. This conversation does not disappoint. Kim shares her journey to recognizing and embracing her gifts, the fears and learning she has to do along the way, as well as many funny stories from Spirit. Through these conversations Giana realizes the messages Kim shares with the world are so tightly related to some of the core yogic philosophies- she talks about Kundalini, Prana, the Nadis, Chakras, and even Purusha and Prakriti. This episode is different, but It is a must listen. Please share, rate, review and subscribe !00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome to a very Special Episode!03:47 Lets Hear from Kim Russo12:59 The s17:32 Setting Boundaries with Spirit 21:21 Can Anyone have this Gift?24:21 The Difference between a Medium and Psychic27:50 Mental Health and Energy34:35 Did this Gift come with Fear?38:02 Can you See Trauma?42:05 How is this Connected to Yoga45:15 Breath is Life47:00 Chakras and Energy Centers 51:00 The Subtle Body for Skeptics57:47 There's More Overlap Than we Thought1:00:25 The Funny Thing About Yoga and Spirit 1:21:43 OutroFollow Kim Russo at @KimRussoMedium or visit KimRusso.com to learn more!Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 12, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThings We No Longer Do as Yoga TeachersEpisode No. 18In this weeks episode Giana and Bradshaw have a candid discussion about things they no longer do while teaching yoga. They discuss 15 changes they've made to their teaching practice in detail, share stories, and explain what they do do instead. This is an episode that truly embraces change and encourages growth. And of course It all begins with casual banter about their names, ways to get involved with the podcast, and a random tangent on Robin Williams and of course, death. They end just as strong, sharing stories about a dharma talk gone wrong and the most unwelcoming teaching experience and then another tangent about where they shopped in high school and Giana's experience as a Long Island Emo kid. We appreciate your support and 5-star reviews, thank you for listening! 00:00 Intro00:35 Welcome Back Banter05:12 Let's Get Into It06:07 #1 I Don't Overshare Personal Life10:13 #2 I Don't Practice While Teaching 13:55 #3 I Don't Skimp on Savasana 14:49 #4 I Don't Only Teach Chaturanga Transitions16:48 #5 I Don't Make Up Classes on the Fly 17:52 #6 I Don't Play Music Immediately 19:39 #7 I No Longer Give Hands on Assists20:24 #8 I Don't Teach Overly Complicated Sequences 24:01 #9 I Don't Passively Stretch as Much26:32 #10 I No Longer Use Certain Cues 30:47 #11 I Don't Use Exclusive Language 31:34 #12 I Don't Teach Counterposes 33:58 #13 I Don't Light Incense34:45 #14 I Don't Call Out Peoples Names37:04 #15 I Don't Talk Too Much39:46 Whats Really Important?41:48 Cancel, Explore, Commit42:41 The Funny thing About Yoga51:50 Outro Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 5, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaWhat you NEED to Know about Yoga Retreats and Lots of Ridiculous StoriesEpisode No. 17If you have ever been curious about attending or planning a Yoga retreat, this episode is for you! And even if you have no interest in Yoga Retreats, this episode is still for you because Giana and Bradshaw weave in several hilarious stories throughout that would keep anyone entertained. Starting off with a hilarious tangent about Nude Yoga and Impressions of Giana's Mom, you'd be surprised that there is actually a productive and insightful conversation to come. Giana and Bradshaw casually talk about Yoga Retreats and detail some of the many reasons why you may be curious to attend a yoga retreat, what you can anticipate, and they share their experience as both retreat attendees and facilitators. This discussion bounces from administrative advice for retreat leaders, to profound experiences with a shaman in Costa Rica, to lessons learned the hard way, and all of the unexpected beauty and life long connections that may come out of such an experience. There is so much to It, so check It out and let us know what you think! If you're enjoying the podcast, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and Share It with friends! 00:00 Intro00:35 Welcome Back to this Ridiculousness07:15 Yoga Retreats, Our Experience and How We Organize Them07:40 You don't have to be a “Pro” to Attend a Retreat09:02 The Purpose of a Retreat10:02 Structure and Freedom and a tangent on Gay Paree13:20 Favorite Parts of the Retreat17:36 Inspiration to Lead Retreats and Customizing them18:43 Retreats Allow Teachers to Really know the Students22:10 Retreats Creates Community and Connections24:35 Retreats help you Reset 26:42 Retreats can be Adventurous27:41 Nothing is Mandatory its about Honoring Yourself32:35 Retreats help you Explore and also Ground34:56 Perspective for Yoga Teachers 37:05 Retreat Leaders need to be able to Improvise 38:20 Wise Advice for Retreat Leaders40:15 Retreat Planning Timeline 42:39 Accommodating Food Preferences 46:02 Less is More and las bits of Advice48:30 Student Encouragement- come solo or with a friend50:19 The Funny Thing About Yoga59:07 Closing Remarks1:00:10 OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 29, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaWe Spill ALL the Tea with Emma WilbournEpisode No. 16Giana and Bradshaw welcome very special guest Emma Wilbourn to the podcast. They met Emma in San Francisco before the pandemic during a Yoga training. Through the years Emma has been such a big supporter of C.A.Y.A Yoga School having referred several students to the YTT program and in 2022 Giana and Emma started collaborating on Yoga Retreats in the Colorado Rockies. This is where their friendship blossomed and in this episode you can feel the casualness of the conversation. It feels as if you've been invited to listen in on yoga teachers personal conversations where they spill the tea and say It as It is. They cover topics ranging from the Denver yoga scene and franchised yoga, teaching full-time, money and other sources of revenue, all while giving solid advice to the aspiring teacher. They aim to motivate and inspire yoga teachers to be their own boss, advocate for themselves, and create a schedule that is sustainable AND yet It still feels like they've only scratched the surface. Emma Wilbourn will definitely back to keep this conversation going, but until then let us know what you think and don't forget to rate, review, follow and subscribe! 00:00 Intro00:35 Welcome to this Casual Conversation 04:47 Let's hear from Emma Wilbourn08:53 Whats the Yoga Scene Like in Denver?19:15 We talk Money27:40 Feeling Stuck 30:45 Giana Gives Good Advice 32:20 Corporate Yoga Brokers35:30 Other Streams of Revenue37:15 The Reality of Teaching Full Time40:50 There are So Many Yoga Teachers42:52 Subbing Classes50:55 Reviews54:50 Mentoring58:02 The Funny Thing About Yoga1:07:43 Where you Can Find Emma and Final Thoughts1:08:45 OutroFollow Emma Wilbourn @emmawilbournyogaOr visit emmwilbournyoga.comFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We start off this episode with a cautionary tale about what happens when you experience debilitating back pain and don't listen to your body, but try to work through the pain. Our guest Sally Parkes, began her journey in the health and fitness industry in 1998 after qualifying as a personal trainer and gaining a bachelor in Sport Science in the year 2001. Soon after, she experienced a deep calling to explore a more holistic approach to movement and breath, which led to Sally certifying as a yoga and pranayama teacher, training with Paul Dallaghan and Sri O.P.Tiwari at Yoga Thailand, where Harmony first met her during the time she was living and teaching there. We dive deep into the troubling beginnings of what brought Sally to the this path of yoga in the first place. A path which she believes wholeheartedly saved her life. Since then, Sally has gone on to train as a doula with Michel O'Dent and as a Pilates teacher with A.P.P.I.  (Australian Pilates Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute), and has established her own yoga teacher training school The Sally Parkes Yoga Academy in 2010, training over 1500 yoga teachers to date. Now specializing in solely women's wellness, Sally's academy offers yoga that honors the cycles of  menstruation, fertility, pregnancy, postnatal and menopause. FOLLOW SALLY PARKES: INSTAGRAM I WEBSITE I YOUTUBE I SALLY PARKES YOGA CLUB I TEACHER TRAINING - sallyparkesyoga.com JOIN ME IN JUNE! JUNE 1 - 12, 2023 - All-Inclusive Turkey Retreat!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET DETAILS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ harmonyslater.com/yoga-retreat-turkey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ JUNE 16 - 18, 2023 - WORKSHOP in Munich, Germany - ⁠⁠GET DETAILS⁠⁠ ⁠⁠- harmonyslater.com/events⁠⁠ DONATE $1 and doTERRA will MATCH the funds! All money goes to YOGA GIVES BACK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Girls Scholarship for Higher Education with Digital Access in India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠yogagivesback.info/givetogirls⁠⁠ A big heart of thanks to our friends, family, and students from around the world, who've generously supported this podcast through your comments, sharing, and financial donations. If you've enjoyed today's podcast, please consider supporting our future episodes by making a donation. Every little bit goes a long way and we are immensely grateful for any and all of your support. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠    Make A Donation   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠harmonyslater.com/donate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!  ❤  Give us a 5★ rating! Opening and closing music by Nick Evans from his album “for Morgan.” Listen to the entire album on Spotify ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Purchase your own copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

May 22, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaYoga Etiquette: The Good, The Bad, The UglyEpisode No. 15Bradshaw finally asks the most important question of all time, “Is Giana related to anyone in the Mafia?” You'll have to listen to find out the answer and then keep listening to hear them dive into yoga etiquette. Yoga culture can be intimidating and depending on where you practice some of the etiquette may be lesser known. So, whether you're a new student or you weren't fully aware of these guidelines, Giana and Bradshaw breakdown 8 essential tips for making respecting the collective experience. As always, you can anticipate side quips and funny stories about pet peeves, disruptive students, awkward moments, and more!00:00 Intro Song00:30 Let's talk about the Gambino01:50 Todays Topic: Yoga Etiquette04:25 #1 Be On Time14:38 #2 Noise Control: Breathing, Phones, Chatter23:18 #3 Follow the Flow29:00 #4 No Phones means No Videoing 34:05 #5 Communicate with Your Teacher35:20 #6 Stay For Savasana 40:15 #7 Cleanliness43:50 #8 Don't Come to Class Sick47:02 Cancel, Explore, Commit48:23 The Funny thing about Yoga53:25 Feedback Etiquette 57:47 Wrapping Up Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 15, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaMental Health, Yoga & Our ExperienceEpisode No. 14For Mental Health Awareness Month, Giana and Bradshaw get really real about their mental health and how It led them toward their yoga journey. They both find It important to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues by sharing their experiences and the several tools that have helped them cope with and ameliorate stress, anxiety, grief, and depression. Its important to note that these types of issues can affect all of us and there are several different paths towards peace or healing. In this episode rather than offering a guide or how to, they simply get candid. They discuss how and why yoga has become an important part of their mental health-care, as well as share other techniques and outlets. They also provide context around the nervous system, pranayama, yoga as a path to freedom, suffering, compassion, and so much more. For such a heavy topic, you can still anticipate a few good chuckles, as they believe one of the best coping mechanisms has been laughter and finding joy in the little things.00:00 Intro Song00:30 Hello and Welcome to our Chaotic Dynamic02:00 Yoga and Mental Health04:20 Giana Talks about Grief Leading her to Yoga10:36 Bradshaw talks about Therapy, Anxiety and OCD14:05 Obsessive Thinking19:10 We are NOT our Thoughts20:40 Yoga is Citta Vritti Nirodha 21:56 Pranayama - Breath Regulation22:40 The Nervous System26:22 Being in the State of Flow28:20 The Minds Jobs is to Think29:45 Different Types of Mental Healthcare35:11 Compassion is Key 36:50 Dukkha and Buddhist Inspiration39:27 How do you teach compassion42:45 Moments of Connection44:20 Intrusive Thoughts 47:50 Its a Practice with Many Tools49:12 Emotional Moments on the Mat52:13 The Funny Thing About Yoga56:43 Closing Thoughts 58:40 OutroBOOKS:Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts by Sally M. Winston, PsyD and Martin N. Seif, PhD Listen on AudibleWaking the Tiger by Peter A. Levine Listen on Audible The Body Keeps the Score by Sean Pratt Listen on AudibleFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comEmail: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 8, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaYoga and Functional Movement with Nam Chanterrwyn Episode No. 13In this episode Bradshaw and Giana talk with Nam Chanterwynn, a fellow graduate of Jason Crandell's 300 hour program and an established yoga teacher in his own right. Nam is based In San Diego, CA where he teaches full time locally, Virtually on Yoga International, and he also leads yoga teacher trainings and retreats around the world. From the beginning of this conversation, we learn that Nam is a natural overachiever and how a yoga studio challenge eventually led him down this new career path that he's made uniquely his own. As a student of Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), which we discuss in detail, Nam shares his interest in balancing out the vinyasa practice and teaching students to be skillful in It. This episode will provide context on Mobility, Stability, Strength and Flexibility as we discuss Active and Passive range of Motion at length. Of course we make space for funny tidbits around students reactions and competitive behavior for an equally informative and light-hearted conversation. Give this episode a listen and if you're intrigued, find Nam Chanterrwyn on Instagram or Yoga International and as always, let us know if you have any questions! 00:00 Intro Song00:35 Giana Introduces todays Episode03:15 Lets hear It for Nam Chanterrwyn!06:52 Nams Yoga Teacher Journey09:32 Yoga and Mobility 11:52 What is FRC?16:00 We talk about Jasons Training19:50 Range of Motion, Stability and Control23:50 Passive and Active Range of Motion 28:34 Imbalances in Vinyasa 30:57 The Inspiration for Including Mobility in Yoga Classes32:55 Athletes33:38 Student Reactions34:35 How to Incorporate Mobility into Sequencing37:40 Where you can Find Nam online38:30 LA versus San Diego Vibe41:30 Teaching at Gyms Versus Studios45:20 Safety versus Skillfulness 46:45 Alignment50:20 The Future of Modern Yoga Practices53:43 Where to Find Nam54:40 The Funny Thing About Yoga1:01:15 Outro Follo Nam on Instagram: @yoganam or visit his website: yoganam.yogaFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaHands on Assists: Love It or Leave It? Episode No. 12In this episode, Giana and Bradshaw talk about hands on assists. They share their experience with assists as students and what they enjoy or do not enjoy about being on the receiving end of an assist. They also dive into a renewed perspective on hands on assists from the teachers point of view. You can anticipate hearing about consent, responsibility and liability, power dynamics, supportive versus forceful assists and everything in between. As they detail some serious thoughts about the dos and don'ts of physical touch, they always keep up the tangential banter that really brings on the funnies. From stories about students who love assists or assists gone wrong, this episode remains equally informative and hilarious. If you really want to laugh, you have to listen til the very end to hear one of the most outrageous “funny thing” moments talked about yet. Giana and Bradshaw laugh so hard that the mics hardly pick up their frequency. This episode is really important to us and we feel It's just the beginning of what could be many conversations. If any particular thoughts or questions come up, please visit our website and let us know what you think or submit a question to the podcast. As always, thank you for listening and be sure to rate, review and subscribe!00:00 Intro Song00:30 Welcome Chat05:45 Hands on Assists and Our Experience10:45 Gender Dynamics in Hands on Assists 12:50 Do You Give Hands on Assists?15:00 Assist Chips16:10 Private Lesson Assists 20:05 Bradshaws talks being Male Presenting and Gay 20:50 Giana's Hierarchy of Assists22:50 Bradshaw has a little Anxiety 27:57 Giana Prefers Supportive Assists 29:20 If You Need a Cranking Assist, You May not be Ready30:15 Strength Over Leverage 32:54 Above My Pay Grade34:25 Recapping our Thoughts37:20 Assists We Enjoy and Do not Enjoy39:46 Its ok to Speak Up42:10 Power Dynamic 43:45 Wrapping It Up46:30 Cancel, Explore, Commit48:10 The Funny Thing About Yoga53:20 Final Thoughts56:00 OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 24, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThings Yoga Teacher's Do Well. Episode No. 11Giana and Bradshaw start this episode off with some friendly banter and address Bradshaw's voice, being called Mrs. Wish and having strangers “yes ma'am” him on the phone. Naturally this leads to a conversation about working through major tangents during their online trainings and holding space for students- a segue to the actual topic of the day, Things Yoga Teachers Do Well. This episode details the skills and qualities they both love to see in a yoga teacher. Though they can agree and disagree at times, they talk about moments of silence, showing up as your authentic self, really seeing your students, using positive cues, fostering autonomy, confidence, critical thinking and the ability to admit when you don't know something or if something is outside of your scope of practice. Of course they have to share stories about Beyonce, Obama, Giana's former celebrity client, and a recent absurd and uncomfortable experience at a hot yoga studio. All this before a casual game of Cancel, Explore, Commit and ‘The Funny Thing About Yoga.' This may be one of the most unhinged episodes yet, but we had a lot of fun recording It. 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Shenanigans 04:45 Todays Topic: Things That Inspire Us in a Yoga Teacher06:32 Allow Room for Silence 07:50 Cultivating Autonomy 11:34 Don't say Don't 14:06 Be Authentic 16:03 Beyonce, Obama and Name Dropping18:58 Appropriation and Authenticity21:56 Be Confident & Humble - Stay in your Scope26:10 Teachers can Hold Space and Refer28:02 Yoga Teachers should See their Students32:10 Unique and Critical Thinkers33:37 Cancel, Explore, Commit34:50 The Funny Thing About Yoga39:55 Nicaragua Retreat, Join Us!40:52 OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 17, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaTeacher Compensation and Corporate Yoga with Amy ApgarEpisode No. 10This week Giana and Bradshaw are joined by Amy Apgar, a yoga teacher and strength trainer based in New York City. The three met in Chicago in early 2020 before the pandemic and have been following each other virtually ever since. The inspiration for bringing Amy on the podcast is to bring transparency around her experience working in the corporate yoga world and to shine a light on a topic that is often considered taboo, compensation. Pay is not spoken about publicly enough and It's time we start a conversation in an effort to raise awareness and inspire change. Yoga Teachers deserve to be paid fairly for their services and be taken care of in return. Most yoga teachers do not receive health insurance, paid time off, and in many states they're hired as independent contractors rather than employees. Plus many employers ask for more time before and after class that often goes unpaid and also includes responsibilities and miscellaneous tasks that go beyond what is in the job description. Amy has been vocal about these issues on social media and making waves in the industry because of It. And in this episode Amy gets really real about her experiences and gives us some hope for a path forward. You can anticipate full transparency into a sector of this industry and for the listeners out there working in the field, we truly hope you feel seen and inspired. 00:00 Intro00:34 Welcome Back and Thank You!01:24 What we get into Today with Amy Apgar01:50 How we met Amy and what she's been up to..02:50 Amy tells her Story05:54 Where are you Teaching now?06:34 Amy explains what its like to teach Yoga in a Corporate Gym12:50 Bradshaw talks about Corepower14:50 Bradshaw talks about Quitting a different Corporate Job19:45 Amy talks Corporate Onboarding21:17 Rebuilding after Covid22:44 We need to Talk about Pay24:30 Gender Inequalities 26:00 The Challenge of Generating Change29:20 Amy and Giana can relate to Rebuilding29:50 Transparency with Pay and Amy's Reel37:00 Pay a Living Wage and Keep your Talent39:10 We're Starting a Conversation and Raising Awareness41:00 Bradshaw asks Amy about her past job46:30 How can we Make Change48:32 Giana gives advice on how to build It on your own49:30 Band Together- Unionize!50:27 Cancel-Explore-Commit52:06 The Funny Thing About Yoga56:43 Find Amy Online! 57:37 OutroFollow Amy Apgar on Instagram at @amyritual Check out her Reel Here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cn5CfS_jihS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkAmys Website: https://www.amyapgar.com/Follow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comEmail: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 10, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaCreating Your Vibe and Other NonsenseEpisode No. 9Giana and Bradshaw kick off this episode by diving straight into their fears. They obviously talk about death, how It relates to yoga, and other big questions plaguing their minds. They don't claim to have any answers, instead just big minds willing to ask questions, be silly, and explore all aspects of these topics. And somehow, this beginning tangent actually relates to the topic at hand here: Setting a Vibe for your yoga classes. This includes everything you do from the moment you enter the studio, honestly. We talk welcoming students, props, technology, mirrors, before class monologues, incense, cueing, music and so much more. If you're looking for ideas to help cultivate your vibe, this is the episode for you. It's not an overnight process and sometimes It takes experimenting with different methods to feel into your authenticity. Ultimately, we hope to shine light on the many details that help make up a teachers vibe andHow you can be mindful of these details when creating an environment. We hope you feel inspired by this episode and share It with your yoga teacher friends!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Back Shenanigans 01:10 Whats the Scariest Thing that Could Happen? 2:20 Tell me how Death and Yoga are Related….5:05 Bradshaw Wants to Talk about his Beliefs6:20 Lets Talk About Establishing a Vibe7:13 I'm the Talent8:30 Begin Creating your Vibe From the Moment You Walk into the Studio10:20 Mirrors, Directions, Altars 14:21 Greet People, Prop Instruction, Setting Up16:05 Studio Culture Can Influence Your Vibe18:58 Before Teaching Protocols21:48 Talking A Lot While Teaching 25:45 Think Twice About Using Scents30:10 What Do You Want Your Students to Experience?34:59 Music is a Vibe !39:10 Memory is Tied to Music40:14 To be Silent or Have Music in Savasana?41:33 Teaching in and Practicing in Silence44:43 Be Mindful of the Language You Choose46:17 The Music We Like to Play48:07 Our Playlists are Public49:00 Wrapping Up!50:38 The Funny Thing About Yoga53:52 Early Bird Nicaragua Retreat54:54 Closing Thoughts55:04 OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Nicaragua: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/nicargua Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 3, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaNew Studio, New Students & So Many Stories with Manny GarciaEpisode No. 8In this weeks episode, Giana and Bradshaw catch up with fellow yoga teacher, Manny Garcia. These three have had many overlaps around Chicago from teaching at Zen Yoga Garage, being a Lululemon ambassador and a shared interest in creating an accessible and diverse platform to share yoga from during the pandemic. And now, Manny is on a whole new journey with the opening of a brick and mortar space and home for The Collective Yoga Co-Op. His new studio is on the Northside of Chicago and centers LGBTQ+ voices and voices of color in their teachers and in their community. Manny shares what it's been like to get the studio up and running, what challenges he's had thus far, and the continuous objective of creating a welcoming environment for all. They share stories about how they felt welcomed as students during their early days of practice and how now, as teachers, they can further develop such an environment. Giana mentions some studio gossip Manny confirms and they go on a beautiful tangent around the Ramayana. Manny is a skilled storyteller who will have you captivated and wanting more. So give this episode a listen, find Manny on instagram, and check out The Collective Yoga Co-Op if you're in Chicago!00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome Announcements01:54 Bradshaw Welcomes Manny Garcia02:50 Manny details his journey into Yoga05:35 The Biggest Challenges and Lessons so far09:25 Different Approaches to Teaching in Different Places12:20 How to get Comfortable being New at Something15:10 The Fundamentals of Yoga are so Important19:30 A Teachers Predicament24:00 Manny Rumors Circulating Around the Studio25:05 Manny gets into the Ramayana31:50 Hanuman is our Favorite33:25 What Helped us Feel Welcomed as Students41:10 Creating a Homey and Supportive Studio Culture43:13 To Demo or not to Demo47:12 Seasoned Yoga Students can still Benefit from Foundations50:33 Where you can find Manny52:40 The Funny Thing About Yoga58:28 Thank You for Listening!59:04 OutroFollow The Collective Yoga Co-op and Manny on Instagram at @thecollectiveyogacoop @mannygarcialifeYou Can Find Us Here : @thefunnythingaboutyoga @cayayogaschool @gianagambino @bradshawwishLive DJ Vinyasa Plant Swap: https://app.arketa.co/thecollectiveyogacoop/checkout/ISEb1UHB3PKiKEZoE7OnThe Collective Yoga Co-op: https://www.thecollectiveyogacoop.comMannys Website: https://www.mannygarcialife.comBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 27, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaUpdated Cues for Chair Pose and Hogwarts BanterEpisode No. 7Tune in to this very fun episode where Giana and Bradshaw break down chair pose from the feet upto the head. They detail some outdated cues and the reason behind them, and give you suggestions on how to alter or update the cue with a bit more knowledge. As with any sort of education, do your own research, try these cues out for yourself and create an embodied experience before making any assessments. We encourage you to take what you like and leave the rest, but never stop being curious. Of course this chat is filled with tangents that'll bring you right to Hogwarts or inside an x-rated movie. If you don't want away from this episode with new and improved cues to use for chair pose, we know you will have at least smiled a little bit. 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome back to the Pod and be a part of It! 01:15 What you all wanted to hear about today and CAYA update2:30 Chair Pose3:14 Lets talk about the Feet 8:30 Lifting your Toes in Chair10:24 Whats going on with the Pelvis in Chair 16:32 Twisted Chair Pelvis cues19:30 Bradshaw goes on a Harry Potter tangent 21:15 Whats going on with the Shoulders29:47 Our Preference for the Head and Gaze in Chair33:07 Summary of How to Cue Chair35:16 Cancel, Explore, Commit38:03 The Funny Thing About Yoga41:31 Wrapping Up!42:24 OutroFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Joshua Tree: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/joshuatree Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactLearn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 20, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaWater Cooler Moment with Margo Lightburn:We Literally Talk About EverythingEpisode No. 6Margo Lightburn joins Giana and Bradshaw on the podcast this week and they honestly talk about everything. Margo shares so much wisdom from her years of teaching and being in the business in a way that is honest, personal, and captivating. From revealing a recent diagnosis to assessing her career path and goals, we quickly learn Margo is so much more than yoga and yet we talk about It all: how to conserve your energy, the process of de-idolizing your teachers and advancing your knowledge, sharing your inspiration, the commercialization of yoga and the over saturation of the field, feeling like a satellite and finding community, agism, music, and so much more. We need to have Margo back because we could have gone on forever and you'll understand exactly why. It's so easy to fall in love with Margo, so give this episode a listen and let us know what you think! 00:00 Intro1:22 Who do we have on the Pod? Margo Lightburn !1:55 Get to know Margo Lightburn!6:03 Recent ADHD Diagnosis10:13 Growing up in LA12:14 Margo has a Message14:13 Water Cooler Moments and Social Media19:17 How to find an energy balance with teaching22:08 Processing Trauma and Yoga Industry Bullshit 23:30 Bradshaw, you're still a white male27:35 Agism in the Industry 32:32 How You do Anything is how You do Everything34:34 Getting Stuck as a Teacher37:33 Your Yoga Teachers Don't Have All the Answers43:10 We Talk Corporate Yoga 48:10 Credit Your Teachers52:12 Music, Playlists, and Krishna Das55:17 The Funny Thing About Yoga1:34:00 Outro Follow Margo on Instagram at @margolightburnYou can Find Us Here : @thefunnythingaboutyoga @cayayogaschool @gianagambino @bradshawwish @margolightburnMargo Lightburn: https://margolightburn.com/Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 13, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaBurnout & Inspiration: Plus we get vulnerable and make you laughEpisode No. 5This week Giana and Bradshaw talk about their experience with Burnout. They both detail how many classes they were teaching weekly when they experienced burnout. And they also cover the ways in which they help mitigate burnout. Overworking is sometimes necessary, especially for financial security, but there are ways you can arrange your schedule and organize your teaching plans to help lighten the load. You'll have to listen to hear a ton more tips and tricks, but also listen to the hilarious moments and also heartfelt. This is the first episode where we hear Bradshaw get truly vulnerable, but of course these two still keep the conversation light. From talking blush to staring into the souls of strangers, you won't want to miss one sound bite. 00:00 Intro00:30 Welcome: Let's Talk About Burnout 01:12 Giana's Experience with Burnout02:49 How to Manage a Hefty Teaching Schedule03:53 Commuting Contributes to Burn Out 07:18 Twenty-Five Classes a Week is More than 25 Hours08:24 Sequencing can Help with Burn Out09:37 Burn-out is Hard 11:35 You Need a Day Off!14:07 Bradshaw Talks about his Experience with Burnout15:23 Bradshaw gets Personal19:36 The signs of Burnout and Losing your Practice21:51 Boundaries and Energy Reserve23:03 What Can You do About Burnout?24:53 Taking Time Off Can Save your Career25:57 Running Retreats for Teachers is Not a Vacation27:10 Say NO! Its ok27:56 How to Make your Job Easier? And Stay Inspired!28:48 Whats Inspiring Bradshaw Right Now!31:21 Practice for However Long and Wherever your Comfortable34:00 An Inspired Teacher Inspires Students34:28 Giana Shares Whats Inspiring Her36:09 Online Trainings May be More Financially Feasible37:00 The Funny Thing About Yoga52:48 Five Star Reviews OnlyFollow Us on Instagram:@TheFunnyThingAboutYoga @CayaYogaSchool @GianaGambino @BradshawWishJoin us in Joshua Tree: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/joshuatree Be Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March 6, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaThe Business of Creating Community with Melissa TalledaEpisode No. 4This week Giana and Bradshaw bring on yoga teacher and managing partner of Chicago's Zen Yoga Garage, Melissa Talleda! Curious about what It was like to take over the daily operations of a busy yoga studio right at the start of the pandemic? Well, tune in to hear Melissa talk about the ways in which this popular studio had to adapt during these turbulent times and how they continue to create community. Melissa has truly embraced the flow and learned a lot along the way. Bradshaw, Giana and Melissa detail everything that makes Zen Yoga Garage Special - they talk about being approachable, creating happy workers, diversity and inclusivity, and even share silly stories from around the studio. You'll definitely laugh at their banter and maybe even feel inspired. 00:00 Intro00:30 Giana and B discuss their plans for the day00:52 Who do we have on the Pod today? Melissa Talleda!02:20 We're going to Sedona04:29 Let's hear from Melissa !05:50 Melissa and Zen Yoga Garage 08:45 Find Yoga Young as a Dancer10:19 Taking over a Studio at the beginning of a Global Pandemic 16:15 The Many Layers and Shifting of Schedule17:35 Prioritizing and Supporting Teachers through tough times20:05 Yoga Business Decisions and Happy Workers21:11 How Melissa's background as a creative inspired innovation to withstand challenges 23:08 Is this field performative?25:45 Yoga teachers are humans too26:19 The current shifts that feel a little bit more normal 27:20 Pandemic wasn't just the Pandemic, It was a Social Revolution!29:13 Everything is being Recorded 29:57 Theres something special about the Zen community 32:00 Take the Yoga teacher off the Pedestal 34:27 Zen's commitment to Diversity and Inclusion and plans to do better36:40 Representation on the Roster 41:28 The biggest Challenges and Rewards43:00 Late Arrivals and being Timely45:00 Zen Still Live Streams!48:48 The Funny Thing About Yoga 55:24 Being around People who get It56:59 Zen Gossip- ish58:44 What its like when Bradshaw and Giana teach at the same time 1:00:10 Where to find Zen Yoga Garage1:01:03 Whats coming UpZen Yoga Garage: https://www.zenyogagarage.com/Join us in Sedona: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/sedonaBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 27, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaHarness Your Humor with Jack Workman Episode No. 3Episode 3 features our first very guest, Jack Workman. Giana, Bradshaw and Jack speak about humor and yoga and contemplate humor's place in the yoga room. They reveal what they were attracted to in their yoga teachers and how they've been inspired to utilize humor in their own classes. Jack opens up about his use of instagram and his humorous yoga reels which have gone viral. He talks about pressure to be funny and Bradshaw relates by always feeling a need to be “on.” The three of them detail the different yoga vibes between their respective cities as they compare San Francisco to Chicago. And eventually Giana begins to talk about how when you're teaching in a comfortable environment how your personality can shine through more authentically. They all offer a little bit of advice to new teachers around being yourself and not forcing anything if you're not feeling It. Finally concluded with three hilarious stories about virtual yoga, being exposed, and mandala flows. Enjoy this episode ! 00:00 Intro00:30 Whats on the Schedule today?01:22 Jack Workman Introduction4:30 Jacks Talks About Yoga Comedy Instagram Reels versus Real Life6:45 Bradshaw Relates His Perspective on Using Humor in the Yoga Room8:25 Does Humor have a Place in the Yoga Practice?11:30 Giana relates to Jack about how the teaching environment effects your personality12:25 Jack talks about using humor in a strategic way14:05 Jack gives advice on how to explore humor in your classes as a teacher16:25 Humor takes you out of the physical challenge 18:10 Jack talks Yoga in the Media versus being Real20:37 Giana talks about how humor helped her as a new student 22:00 Jack talks about being yourself and finding authenticity in your own way 24:29 Bradshaw talks about including some softness behind the humor25:58 Jack gives advice to new teachers28:20 Bradshaw sparks a conversation about the yoga scene in different cities37:30 Is there pressure to carry on your teachers teachings in SF?40:40 Jack about doing what feels natural on social media47:30 Jacks Instagram blowup50:20 Where you can find Jack!51:37 The Funny thing About Yoga57:20 Wrapping It Up Jacks Yoga Journal Article: https://www.yogajournal.com/teach/how-to-harness-your-humor-as-a-yoga-teacher/Join us in Sedona: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/sedonaFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactGiana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/ Bradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 20, 2023The Funny Thing About YogaTheres a Style of Yoga for Everybody and Other Silly ThingsEpisode No. 2In this episode Giana and Bradshaw talk about several different styles and forms of Modern Yoga practices. They believe that there is no one size fits all practice, however, there is a style of yoga for every body. It may take some time and practice to find the style of yoga you resonate with most, but with the information in this episode the hosts aim to provide you with a starting point. They talk about Ashtanga Vinyasa, Vinyasa, Hatha, Bikram, Hot Yoga, Yin and Restorative. While you learn about these styles, both hosts share a several personal stories about injury, what they like about teaching some of these styles, and the nervous system, among other things. Stay tuned for their funny stories to hear the unbelievable twist you'd never expect. 00:00 Podcast Intro Song00:30 Bradshaw and Giana talk about whats on their minds.01:00 Different Styles of Yoga and How to Find the One for You2:05 The Hatha Yoga Umbrella 5:24 Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga9:28 Different Ways to Practice Ashtanga11:05 Mysore12:28 Sitting Forward Bends & Asymmetrical poses14:08 Repetitive Stress Issues14:37 Binding 16:20 Vinyasa Yoga18:42 Sequencing Vinyasa18:58 Subcategories of Vinyasa19:30 Vinyasa varies Dependent on your Teacher20:30 Hatha at Your Local Studio21:42 Simple Hatha Transitions23:00 Hatha is Great for Beginners, Aging bodies or for Slowing Down25:28 Bikram Yoga29:54 Bikram Versus Hot Yoga35:12 Yin Yoga37:33 Yin Sequencing and Holds38:50 Yin Variations39:34 What We Like about Teaching Yin42:43 Restorative Yoga and the Differences between Yin45:06 You Need Time to Restore46:52 Regulating your Nervous System 49:50 Synopsis: There is a Style of Yoga for Every Body 51:36 The Funny thing About Yoga 56:57 What to Expect Next Week57:53 OutroHatha Family Tree Illustration by Michael A. Hill : https://www.michaelahill.com/portfolio/hatha-yoga-tree-and-breatheJoin us in Sedona: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/sedonaFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefunnythingaboutyoga/Learn more about C.A.Y.A. Yoga School: https://www.cayayogaschool.comBe Featured on the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck2nTNc_UlcCKBhZId5DmDwoU6aslkFfGKtdz-1uSo-HNY8g/viewformSubscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/contactBradshaws Website: https://www.bradshawwish.com/Giana's Website: https://www.gianayoga.com/Email: Cayayogaschool@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.