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Ritam Studio PodcastStages of Awakening: The Vedic Model and its Path to ConsciousnessWhat if your spiritual journey followed a map with clear markers? A fascinating exploration into the seven states of consciousness reveals that awakening isn't a simple on/off switch but rather a gradual tide rising toward enlightenment.The most compelling insights emerge when discussing the celestial dimensions we begin to perceive as our consciousness expands. We learn how advanced practitioners develop relationships with the divine intelligences behind nature's laws, experiencing reality with increasing subtlety and complexity. In these elevated states, our mere presence becomes transformative—our consciousness transmitting to others and elevating whatever receives our attention. This na...
2025-11-2014 minRitam Studio PodcastBeyond Traditional Therapy: The Vedic Approach to Healing TraumaJonni shines light on the foundations of Veda Therapy, a therapeutic approach rooted in Vedic tradition that focuses on liberating people from trauma patterns by reconnecting them with their true nature as knowing beings.For those interested in experiencing these approaches, try the seven-day free trial on Ritam Studio, join Jonni's weekly group meditation on Thursdays 7pm Australian Eastern Standard Time, or consider attending one of their transformative retreats.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's i...
2025-07-0734 minRitam Studio PodcastThe Sacredness of MasculinityWhat does it mean to be a real man in today's world? This profound conversation between spiritual teacher Jonni and his wife Carla cuts through cultural confusion to reveal the essence of authentic masculinity.Carla opens with raw honesty about her past relationships with men who looked the part—tall, strong, financially successful—yet consistently disappointed her when emotional depth and accountability were required. "I'd given up on my definition of a man being possible to find," she confesses, describing how these experiences steadily eroded her expectations of what men could truly offer.Jonni frames thes...
2025-05-1946 minRitam Studio PodcastThe Birth of Ritam StudioJonni Pollard and Carla DiMattina introduce their new venture, Ritam Studio, which combines Jonni's meditation expertise in "Veda Therapy" with Carla's holistic physiotherapy approach "Chain Movement" to create a powerful system for transformation and healing.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.
2025-04-2122 min
The Deep Kimchi PodEp 4: Gym Manners Matter (is this bad behavior?)It’s a juicy and jolly one this week as we get into all things…-lifting etiquette- women claiming space in the weight room; and - common sense in the gym, skincare salon and yoga studio. What are eye-popping instances (good or bad) you’ve experienced in health and fitness spaces? What did we miss?Leave us a comment here>>>Plus…Jonni and Michelle tackle today’s hot topics:- Jonni’s drinking mishap and how she handled it- Equipment hoggers in hotel gym...
2024-10-2934 min
The Deep Kimchi PodEp 3: Origin Stories & Spicy Toys In The Medicine AisleJonni and Michelle tackle today’s hot topics:* How we met as little kids playing in raw military sewage in Korea* Who is the man/men Michelle would switch teams for?* How Jonni’s six-week transformation is going - plus sleep progress!* What Michelle found locked behind the glass at Walmart…* The celebrity who loves to walk their donkey* The time Michelle got kicked out of an adult toy store in San Francisco with a male friend* Jonni’s pee smells and her husband had an inter...
2024-10-2240 min
The Deep Kimchi PodEp 2: All the Muscle Buildin', Fat Burnin' Answers You Can Shake a Shake Weight AtHey Frendos!Stay tuned til the end of the show because I'm answering your Muscle Over Menopause transformation challenge questions as well as…… dropping some nutrition and lifting tips that make all the difference for muscle growth and dropping excess body fat. 🧐This episode reveals all the secrets I save for my 1:1 clientsIt's these minor, little-known tweaks that dramatically move the needle when it comes meaningful physique transformation. Plus…Jonni and Michelle tackle today’s hot topics:* Did Sofia Vergara deserve an Emmy for Griselda?
2024-10-1552 min
Jonni and Maria Go There!Electrified Election. LFG!In a unique time travel episode (we recorded the first half weeks before the second due to tech issues), Jonni and Maria discuss why your vote in the 2024 election matters more than ever to the future of our country and break down exactly what we like about Harris/Walz - and what is so dangerous about the Trump/Vance agenda. We share why every American needs to be paying attention to politics right now to preserve our democracy and rights. And what the Biden administration has actually done for this country and what we are most excited about for a...
2024-08-311h 20Jonni and Maria Go There!Motherhood MayhemJonni and Maria talk about the mayhem that is motherhood, especially for those who work outside the home, but for all of us dealing with raising humans. We share the ridiculous myths we all tell ourselves about motherhood should be, why every developmental stage is like getting used to a new kid all over again, why it's okay to admit your kid is being a jerk sometimes, and how to start the process of distancing yourself and your identity from your kids to let them fly. Jonni shares from her perspective with soon to be high school and college...
2023-07-201h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!Motherhood MayhemJonni and Maria talk about the mayhem that is motherhood, especially for those who work outside the home, but for all of us dealing with raising humans. We share the ridiculous myths we all tell ourselves about motherhood should be, why every developmental stage is like getting used to a new kid all over again, why it's okay to admit your kid is being a jerk sometimes, and how to start the process of distancing yourself and your identity from your kids to let them fly. Jonni shares from her perspective with soon to be high school and college...
2023-07-201h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!The Death of the Third Place?Jonni and Maria talk about the demise of malls and other "Third Places" in American culture. The term Third Place was coined in 1989 by sociologist Ray Oldenburg " describing a place beyond home and work where people could gather, relax and talk." Today,we share what's going on,, how such places shaped our culture and childhoods, where people go to connect outside of home and work, and what we think of the new Third Place frontier: Online. We share our memories (Barnes and Noble afternoons, teen girl mall-meetups), laughs, and surprising trends on how places such as malls, coffee shops...
2023-06-2255 minJonni and Maria Go There!Ep 20: The Death of the Third Place?Jonni and Maria talk about the demise of malls and other "Third Places" in American culture. The term Third Place was coined in 1989 by sociologist Ray Oldenburg " describing a place beyond home and work where people could gather, relax and talk." Today,we share what's going on,, how such places shaped our culture and childhoods, where people go to connect outside of home and work, and what we think of the new Third Place frontier: Online. We share our memories (Barnes and Noble afternoons, teen girl mall-meetups), laughs, and surprising trends on how places such as malls, coffee shops...
2023-06-2255 minJonni and Maria Go There!The Power and Pain of VulnerabilityJonni and Maria chat about the upsides and downsides of vulnerability and how it shows up in our real lives beyond a Brene Brown TED talk. We share our stories of vulnerability leading to good - and leading to pain. And discuss how we feel about vulnerability with different people in our lives, from co-workers to kids to souses. This episode will make you think and inspire you to embrace vulnerability as your superpower.Plus, Jonni's Japan highlights, the shame of car accidents, parenting setbacks, OUR LIVE EVENT in Seattle this April at the WIT Regatta!, and...
2023-04-131h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!The Power and Pain of VulnerabilityJonni and Maria chat about the upsides and downsides of vulnerability and how it shows up in our real lives beyond a Brene Brown TED talk. We share our stories of vulnerability leading to good - and leading to pain. And discuss how we feel about vulnerability with different people in our lives, from co-workers to kids to souses. This episode will make you think and inspire you to embrace vulnerability as your superpower.Plus, Jonni's Japan highlights, the shame of car accidents, parenting setbacks, OUR LIVE EVENT in Seattle this April at the WIT Regatta!, and...
2023-04-131h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!On Aging: Gift or Death Sentence?Jonni and Maria chat about the good, bad, and weirdness of aging. Everything from owning our confidence and ability to not give a flying fig about trivial things, to creaky joints, supplements, and watching our parents age and friends grow ill or pass away. We dish on whether our culture is really geared to the young in today's world, and how age and experience are being modeled and celebrated by many famous people.Plus, Maria's new puppy antics, why we love so-called "high-risk"dog breeds, Jonni's harrowing last-minute stress and shame leading up to her Japan trip...
2023-02-231h 04Jonni and Maria Go There!On Aging: Gift or Death Sentence?Jonni and Maria chat about the good, bad, and weirdness of aging. Everything from owning our confidence and ability to not give a flying fig about trivial things, to creaky joints, supplements, and watching our parents age and friends grow ill or pass away. We dish on whether our culture is really geared to the young in today's world, and how age and experience are being modeled and celebrated by many famous people.Plus, Maria's new puppy antics, why we love so-called "high-risk"dog breeds, Jonni's harrowing last-minute stress and shame leading up to her Japan trip...
2023-02-231h 04Jonni and Maria Go There!Reinvention, Renewal, and Why We Hate New Year's ResolutionsJonni and Maria chat about New Year's goal-setting and offer a new way to look at reinvention, renewal, and reflection instead so we can stop trying to fix ourselves and start leaning into more fulfilling action. Maria reveals her brand reinvention coming in January, and Jonni shares some great ways she has helped her kids - and her company - set goals. We talk about reflecting and focusing on values first to guide your New Year's intentions and aspirations (NOT resolutions!)Pus, new puppy drama, why we fear cats, winter weather trauma, holiday gift fails and more t...
2023-01-121h 02Jonni and Maria Go There!Reinvention, Renewal, and Why We Hate New Year's ResolutionsJonni and Maria chat about New Year's goal-setting and offer a new way to look at reinvention, renewal, and reflection instead so we can stop trying to fix ourselves and start leaning into more fulfilling action. Maria reveals her brand reinvention coming in January, and Jonni shares some great ways she has helped her kids - and her company - set goals. We talk about reflecting and focusing on values first to guide your New Year's intentions and aspirations (NOT resolutions!)Pus, new puppy drama, why we fear cats, winter weather trauma, holiday gift fails and more t...
2023-01-121h 02Jonni and Maria Go There!Sister Session: Midterms, Mama Life and Holiday Magic MakingJonni and Maria chat about a "mélange of topics" today that may be top of mind for many of you, dear listeners. We chat about U.S. midterm anxieties and results, how political awareness is good but we think it is making us less happy. We also muse on societal norms related to proper monikers, holidays and commercialism. Plus, Gen Z and the evolution of language and text/email etiquette (PS, "totes" is not cool anymore but we're still using it, “fit” does not describe your workout cred and more.), Maria gets dumped by Meta on her bir...
2022-11-181h 19Jonni and Maria Go There!Sister Session: Midterms, Mama Life and Holiday Magic MakingJonni and Maria chat about a "mélange of topics" today that may be top of mind for many of you, dear listeners. We chat about U.S. midterm anxieties and results, how political awareness is good but we think it is making us less happy. We also muse on societal norms related to proper monikers, holidays and commercialism. Plus, Gen Z and the evolution of language and text/email etiquette (PS, "totes" is not cool anymore but we're still using it, “fit” does not describe your workout cred and more.), Maria gets dumped by Meta on her bir...
2022-11-181h 19
Ritam Studio PodcastProcreation?Laura asks Jonni for a perspective on if we should be bringing kids into the world or not.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore t...
2022-11-1118 min
Ritam Studio PodcastCultivating Personal PowerNida asks jonni how can we no be in a hurry for the shift that we are collectively experiencing right now to be over?Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken aw...
2022-11-0815 min
Ritam Studio PodcastFireStel asks Jonni to go a bit deeper on the element of fire (Agni) and how to deepen our relationship with it.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build s...
2022-10-2517 minJonni and Maria Go There!The Wacky World of Adult FriendshipsJonni and Maria chat about all things friendship - especially as women: How we make friends, how we value friendships, friendship break-ups, being friends with our kids and siblings, and how we balance friendships in our busy lives. We talk about the epidemic of loneliness, technology's role in modern friendship, and cite experts who can explain the dynamics of friendship - and relationships in general and how they ebb and flow. And the story of our crazy friendship and why it's so strong even though we've only met in person twice!Plus, green product follow up, Maria's 50...
2022-10-211h 16Jonni and Maria Go There!The Wacky World of Adult FriendshipsJonni and Maria chat about all things friendship - especially as women: How we make friends, how we value friendships, friendship break-ups, being friends with our kids and siblings, and how we balance friendships in our busy lives. We talk about the epidemic of loneliness, technology's role in modern friendship, and cite experts who can explain the dynamics of friendship - and relationships in general and how they ebb and flow. And the story of our crazy friendship and why it's so strong even though we've only met in person twice!Plus, green product follow up, Maria's 50...
2022-10-211h 16
Ritam Studio PodcastTrust Vs KnowingNiko asks Jonni to explain the difference between trust and knowing and the value of investigating the relationship between the two. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength an...
2022-10-1419 minJonni and Maria Go There!What's in a Name?Welcome back to Fall! Jonni and Maria candidly share the history of their unique names and how that helped shape their identity. We talk about how we named our kids, why pronouncing someone's name the right way is a sign of respect, and how names bear family and cultural history. You'll learn the secret behind Jonni's name, why Maria's unique maiden name was fist a curse and then a blessing, and how asking about the origin of a name with empathy and curiosity can lead to great connections and inclusivity.Plus, our crazy summers, COVID aftermath,the...
2022-09-011h 14Jonni and Maria Go There!What's in a Name?Welcome back to Fall! Jonni and Maria candidly share the history of their unique names and how that helped shape their identity. We talk about how we named our kids, why pronouncing someone's name the right way is a sign of respect, and how names bear family and cultural history. You'll learn the secret behind Jonni's name, why Maria's unique maiden name was fist a curse and then a blessing, and how asking about the origin of a name with empathy and curiosity can lead to great connections and inclusivity.Plus, our crazy summers, COVID aftermath,the...
2022-09-011h 14
Hero Chat ShowE4 - Obi-Wan Kenobi 4,5,6 | Ms. Marvel 1,2,3 | Tidewater ComiconHero Chat Show with ZaneMan & Jonni Boy. We're Talking about #DC, #Marvel & #StarWars #Movies, #TVShows, #Video Game & #Comiccon Content on the Hero Chat Show.On This Episode of the Hero Chat Show:(No Segment This Week)It's the Hero Chat Show, At the Movies Segment (Featuring) You are Watching TV on the Hero Chat Show Segment (Featuring) - Obi-Wan KenobiA Breakdown & Commentary of the Star Wars Disney+ TV Show Obi-Wan Kenobi where ZaneMan & Jonni Boy discuss Episodes 4, 5, & 6. You are Watching TV on the Hero Chat Show Segment (Featu...
2022-07-111h 46Jonni and Maria Go There!Common Sense Gun Control - Without Taking Away Your GunJonni and Maria have a reasonable and nuanced chat about the recent mass shooting tragedies in the United States. We talk about why blanket stereotypes about gun owners, Democrats, and Republicans are not always true and don't serve us; Why the NRA is not the organization it once was, and why it makes no sense that they are not leading safety and advocacy efforts. We share examples of when America has enacted swift legislation and made huge impacts before, and how we avoid sinking into a false narrative that our efforts don't matter - or won't matter for future...
2022-06-0253 minHero Chat ShowE2 - Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Moon Knight 4,5,6 | GalaxyCon RichmondHero Chat Show with ZaneMan & Jonni Boy. We're Talking about #DC, #Marvel & #StarWars #Movies, #TVShows, #Video Game & # ComicCon Content on the Hero Chat Show.On This Episode of the Hero Chat Show:It's the Hero Chat Show, At the Movies Segment (Featuring) - Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessA Breakdown & Commentary of the Marvel Studios Movie Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness staring Sherlock Holmes: Benedict Cumberbatch, Mary-Kate & Ashley's Youngest Sister: Elizabeth Olsen, Master Lin in Deadly Class: Benedict Wong, and introducing Xochitl Gomez. Plus (Coming Soon) - HCS Keep...
2022-05-231h 11Jonni and Maria Go There!Not On Our Watch: The Upheaval of Roe vs. WadeJonni and Maria dig into the leak of the U.S Supreme Court opinion that will overturn Roe vs. Wade and remove abortion protestions for women. We are speaking out against taking this very personal choice nad right away from women to have autonomy over their own bodies - and destinies. We talk about our own views on abortion, play out all the reasons women have abortions that many anit-abortion supporters don't even realize, the surprising implications that this move will have on all of us, and what you can do to take action and make your voice heard.
2022-05-1246 minHero Chat ShowE1 - Morbius | Moon Knight 1,2,3 | LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaThe Very 1st Episode of Hero Chat Show with ZaneMan & Jonni Boy. We're Talking about #DC, #Marvel & #StarWars #Movies, #TVShows, #Video Game & #Comiccon Content on the Hero Chat Show.On This Episode of the Hero Chat Show:It's the Hero Chat Show, At the Movies Segment (Featuring) - MorbiusA Breakdown & Commentary of the Sony Movie Morbius staring 30 Seconds to Mars Co-Founder: Jared Leto, Dr. Who 11: Matt Smith, Soon to be on Star Wars: Andor: Adria Arjona. Plus (Coming Soon) - HCS Keeps Your Current by letting You Know Release Dates for So...
2022-04-291h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!What the Hell is the Patriarchy?Jonni and Maria tackle "The Patriarchy:" What it actually means, what it means to us and how it damages women AND men alike. And how we can want to "smash the patriarchy"and still love men at the same time! We share how we were raised, our early female role models, why we appreciate male allies, and why we were hesitant to claim the term "feminist" in the past. We discuss the emotional and opportunity costs of the patriarchy - and some ways we can start to change things for the better so everyone can thrive.Plus...
2022-04-071h 13Jonni and Maria Go There!Santa, the Tooth Fairy and Talking Pets: Magic or Lying?Jonni and Maria talk about the stories we tell ourselves - and our kids - and whether they are lies or magic making. Is it ever okay to lie to ourselves, our kids, or others? We candidly share how we've navigated the Santa, Easter Bunny, and Tooth Fairy myths - and balancing those magical childhood memories with teaching our kids about honesty.We share some doozies we told growing up (shoplifting anyone?) and the different types of lies humans tell - and where we think the line gets crossed. Please tune in for an honest conversation about…lying?!...
2022-03-241h 16Jonni and Maria Go There!Mental Health IS HealthJonni and Maria talk, with humor and heart, about mental health - the power of sharing and creating safety for yourself and others. With everything going on in the world today, many of us (especially kids and young adults) are not "fine." We talk about the COVID impact, the distinction between self care, self maintenance,and self compassion and what we're doing to maintain our own sanity: Boundaries, therapy, Peloton, and great apps. We've also shared some stats, personal stories and resources. Please tune in for a conversation we all need right now.Plus, an intro to R...
2022-03-101h 03Jonni and Maria Go There!Improv, Acting, and Creative Side HustlesIn this episode, Jonni and Maria talk about the magic of improv and acting and how creative outlets can enrich your life and work. We share how we both got into them, what we get out of performing, and some horrific audition stories. What have these passons taught us about public speaking, vulnerability, and rejection, and how do we apply it to our everyday lives? How can leaders and business teams benefit from improv training? Why are creative endeavors the best form of self-care, no matter how busy you might be? Creative outlets help you flex your innovation and...
2022-02-241h 10Jonni and Maria Go There!HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD (WHEN YOU’RE NOT OPRAH)Jonni and Maria discuss everyday activism and how to use your voice and work to make the world a better place. We share our journey and offer up small actions that make a big difference - even if you feel like the world’s problems are too overwhelming. We got a little vulnerable in our own wins and fails and why we really believe the world needs us all to take brave little steps toward equity and justice. Plus, our picks for TV shows to watch when looking for a mental break, SO MANY great book and podcast recommendations, and...
2022-02-101h 11Jonni and Maria Go There!Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There!Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There! A show about opinions….yours and ours. Your voice matters so USE it.Who are we? We’re Jonni Ressler and Maria Ross. We’re two feisty redheads with fierce hearts and fiercer opinions. We’re both business owners, moms, part-time actresses, leaders and spouses - and eager to use our work to make the world a better place. We aim high, make mistakes, get angry, laugh at ourselves and love to cry happy tears. This podcast is for big-dreaming, progressive women with goals, whether those are to adv...
2022-01-1105 minJonni and Maria Go There!Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There!Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There! A show about opinions….yours and ours. Your voice matters so USE it.Who are we? We’re Jonni Ressler and Maria Ross. We’re two feisty redheads with fierce hearts and fiercer opinions. We’re both business owners, moms, part-time actresses, leaders and spouses - and eager to use our work to make the world a better place. We aim high, make mistakes, get angry, laugh at ourselves and love to cry happy tears. This podcast is for big-dreaming, progressive women with goals, whether those are to adv...
2022-01-1105 min
Ritam Studio PodcastSensitivityThe mighty Jez asks about increased sensitivity as he progresses toward enlightenment. Jonni reflects that as we become more able to process the data that our senses yield we increase sensitivity to detect ever more subtle layers of information.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio
2021-04-1514 min
Ritam Studio PodcastElegant SufficiencyDaniel takes the hot seat to make an enquiry about a seeming lack of abundance and limiting self belief structures. Jonni explains that not having the distraction of money can be a gift to help to refocus on what is actually most important.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free...
2021-04-1120 min
Ritam Studio PodcastSpeaking in TonguesGuest Haley asks about her spiritual practice of Speaking in Tongues now that she no longer practices in a religious setting. Jonni reveals that it is an intimate practice that can be a powerful tool in self development.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio
2021-04-0815 min
Ritam Studio PodcastHaving our needs metJosh jumps back in the hot seat to delve deeper into relationships, specifically how to know when you’re asking too much of a partner to fulfill our needs.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You...
2021-04-0415 min
Ritam Studio PodcastNight terrorsOur guest Bish asks for Jonni’s perspective on night terrors & sleep paralysisTell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fun...
2021-04-0117 min
Ritam Studio PodcastVictimhoodOur guest Niko asks a juicy Q about how to interact with people that seem to be trapped in their story of victimhood.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, b...
2021-03-2819 min
Ritam Studio PodcastIntegrating Higher states of ConsciousnessIn this episode Bini asks how to bring the experience of going beyond boundaries and being quite expansive in Meditation back into a relative and relevant form and follows up with a second question around the enquiry into- "who you are"?Jonni unpacks both offering a different perspective on a question that many are seeking to answer.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind...
2021-03-2524 min
Ritam Studio PodcastRelationshipsOur guest Jen asks what is the purpose of a committed relationship outside of procreation and what is the basis for cultivating a healthy and loving relationship. Jonni explains that relationships are the format for our deepest expression.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio
2021-03-2125 min
Ritam Studio PodcastMedia MadnessIn this episode Julie asks one of the most important questions of the season regarding feeling overwhelmed and isolated because of divisive news and information circulating the internet. She asks how to best wake people up and Jonni sheds light on the un-sustainability of taking our life cues from outside of ourselves particularly from the news or online.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and...
2021-03-1825 min
Ritam Studio PodcastFunctions of the MindThe next inquiry came from Vanessa and she asks Jonni to break down the different types of meditation in relation to the 5 functions of the mind and why practicing a being technique is so important as a solid foundation.Refer to earlier episode*Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with
2021-03-1423 min
Ritam Studio PodcastLetting GoOur guest Damien asks Jonni about surrender and how do we let go when we realize something is no longer good for us? What unfolds is a discussion on the misconceptions around the ego.For deeper exploration see previous 1GM podcast episode #10 Meditation and the Ego.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with
2021-03-1117 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWhat is Embodiment?In this episode Josh asks Jonni exactly what he means when he says that the world needs more embodiment. What unfolds is an interesting conversation about staying diligent and vigilant with the process of unfolding our potential.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.
2021-03-0420 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWill Nature support us?In this episode Stellios asks an important question regarding the awakening of humanity and wanted to know if nature will support us or the environment? Jonni elaborates on the role that Nature (creative Intelligence) takes creating circumstances that bring about the awakening of humanity.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day...
2021-02-2821 min
Ritam Studio PodcastLoveOur guest Ashwin asks Jonni to share his perspective on the experience of Love as it pertains to unfolding our human potential through meditation and more importantly how to gain deeper access to our full expression of Love.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio
2021-02-2519 min
Ritam Studio PodcastHistory of 1GMIn the first episode of season 3 podcast producer Daniel asks Jonni to bring us up to speed on the history of 1 Giant Mind. Jonni reflects on his encounter with the Dalai Lama that shifted the trajectory of 1GM from a science based endeavor gathering data on mass meditations, back into the heart.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your...
2021-02-2123 min
Ritam Studio PodcastStronger TogetherIn our final episode of season 2 our guest Sarah asks about the importance of community and the role it plays in our pursuit for self knowledge, belonging and having impact in the world. Jonni shares his view of how community forms the basis for all of it.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with
2020-08-2014 min
Ritam Studio PodcastPsychedelics?In this ep our guest Shaunn asks Jonni’s perspective on using substances for accessing higher states of consciousness. Jonni shares a view of the pro’s and con’s the need to be honest about why we would trade them. Then Shaunn asks a bonus question for Jonni’s take on meditation reaching a critical mass in the mainstream. Both answers may not be what you would expect.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice...
2020-08-1625 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThe Whitewashing of WellnessOur guest Rachael asks for Jonni's perspective on the lack of racial diversity in the wellness industry. Jonni welcomes the highlighting of the issue and encourages everyone to have the difficult conversations around creating equality in the world and then asks Racheal what she sees as a solution.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with
2020-08-1312 min
Ritam Studio PodcastLeading from BeingOur guest Harriet asks how do we break the habit of getting caught up in the doing so that we can come back to Being. Jonni explains that going against the mainstream requires being uncomfortable and requires diligence to resist the powerful pull of that current. He then shares about the power of action that is driven from a state of Being and the effect it has.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when...
2020-08-0921 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWaking Up At WorkOur Guest Nat Brooks describes the challenge of being more conscious and aware in her workplace environment and questions if staying in her role in TV industry will slow down or stop her personal growth. Jonni points out that she is uniquely positioned to be a champion for change. Remaining in the place of need can actually accelerate and assist that personal growth but reinforces the need for her to be patient in her approach.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied Living...
2020-08-0610 min
Ritam Studio PodcastManaging emotional turbulenceIn this episode our guest Cimarra asks for some advice on maintaining a meditation practice while being confronted with the emotional turbulence that can come with working through past trauma. Jonni encourages Cimarra to remember the reason why we are meditating and points out that the first phase of healing and recovery can be the purging of emotion, stress and agitation. A key take away was the importance of being surrounded by community to support us in our experiences.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into...
2020-08-0215 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWhat Comes Next?Our guest Lindon has been using the 1 giant mind app for a few months with great effect and asks Jonni what to expect from deepening his understanding and experience of meditationby learning with a teacher and how to bring the family along. Jonni offers insight into the intelligence that is structured within our awareness. How meditation enlivens our capabilities and the knowledge of how to fulfill our desires.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing...
2020-07-3019 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWhy Are We Afraid Of Love?Our show producer Dan explains his familiarity with the way our thinking can seemingly create fear in the body more easily than love chemistry and asks, why are we afraid of love?Jonni highlights that it isn’t necessarily thinking that creates the body sensations that we refer to as fear, nor absolutely body sensations that create fear based thinking. He suggests the solution is the resolution which comes through acceptance of the thoughts and feelings whilst connecting to our deeper experience of Being within us. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a t...
2020-07-2621 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThe reward for embracing our potentialOur host Skye Tipler asks “Why do I avoid my second meditation”. Jonni asks her to explain the reason she thinks she avoids it which reveals an underlying fear that becoming all that is possible might render her irrelevant in her role in life. Jonni unpacks the reasons why we self sabotage and place an upper limit on our potential such as fear of rejection or failure before explaining theexponential benefits we gain from the second meditation of the day. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Tra...
2020-07-2324 min
Ritam Studio PodcastSuffering, Non attachment & CompassionOur guest Sam asks if we need to cultivate a level of non-attachment in response to the amount of suffering in the world. Jonni speaks about the need for us to stay connected and practice compassion in place of detachment, understanding that the individuals acting in ignorance are part of a larger problem and not the source of it. He also points out that contributing to the solution will set our frustration at ease knowing that we are acting to bring positive benefit to the world. Growth happens by transmuting our frustration and anger into positive...
2020-07-1920 min
Ritam Studio PodcastCalm Mind, Busy BodyRachael asks if her ability to witness her experience and quickly move through emotional difficulty with a knowingness that everything is going to be ok is preventing her from feeling on a deeper level. Jonni offers the perspective that if we are “doing the work” any suppression of emotion will be short lived and that if the intelligence of the body is suppressing emotion that it is for good reason. Rachael then asks a follow up question about the body struggling with stress while the mind is clear which leads to an explanation of evolutionary biology and...
2020-07-1621 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWhat is Enlightenment?Our guest Emily asks for a clear definition of Enlightenment. Jonni describes Enlightenment as a knowingness of oneness and reveals the importance of this an experience directly and not just an idea to be contemplated on the level of thinking. He presents the concept of human awareness as being infinite in its nature and describes how we’re all working out how to be infinite while existing within finite boundaries. Racheal poses a very interesting connecting question, do we still feel emotions in an enlightened state?Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text no...
2020-07-1228 min
Ritam Studio PodcastRevealing our truth.Welcome back! Our guest Allie Oishi asks “If we are all at our essence, love. Why must we go through struggles, pain and suffering to find our way back to our nature of love? Jonni shares a perspective that this life is one of many on a journey to reveal the truth of who we are. Moving from a sense of separation into connection and unity of life. Jonni suggests that our personal suffering is an extension of the suffering that we inflict on the planet and it’s inhabitants. But zooming out further what we find is that it’s...
2020-07-0819 min
PartyShowJonni Live Set @ Midnight Oriente, Guarapuava - 29.06.19Set mixado com um pouco das músicas que toquei na Midnight Oriente, em Guarapuava, no dia 29 de Junho de 2019. Tem k-pop, pop, funk, mashup e edm. Você ouve Blackpink, Big Bang, BTS, Nicki Minaj, P!nk, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Spice Girls, Kelly Key, Lúisa Sonza, Pabllo Vittar, Renan Pitanga, MC WM, MC GW, Karol Conká, Anitta, 2NE1, Luka, Ludmilla e muito mais!
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Telefonselgernes verste vennGårsdagens one night stand tar telefonen.Jonni er ikke tilgjengelig, så telefonselgere må snakke med en dame fra Bergen som ble med Jonni hjem i går. Det er Jonni selv som spiller rollen som bergensk dame.
2019-05-2110 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThe Evolution of Meditation & Wellness"What do you make of the generational shift?" asks Leslie Hoffman, President of the New York City Open Center. From Boomers to Gen Z, the range of students, teachers, and wellness practitioners has never been so diverse as today. But in the modern, stressed out world, holistic life has become a survival mechanism, rather than a way of enlightenment.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind...
2018-11-1622 min
Ritam Studio PodcastMainstreaming MeditationHas meditation been ruined by the mainstream? Alida Brandenburg, a daring brand strategist and former Director of Social Media at Refinery29, talks about the commodification of the wellness world. This is an increasingly relevant topic and Jonni delivers a response that trades the cynicism for an outlook of grace and personal responsibility.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your...
2018-11-0919 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThe Myth of Teaching and PerfectionJesse Israel, founder of The Big Quiet and a certified meditation teacher with 1 Giant Mind, asks: Can you teach meditation even if you struggle with stress and anxiety yourself? Jonni explains that meditation teachers don't need to be perfected humans, because the role is not to sell perfection but to teach an elegant process of self-discovery.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.
2018-10-2622 min
Ritam Studio PodcastAmbition vs Non-AttachmentAlida, a digital strategist and the daughter of a Zen Buddhist priest, inquires about how to live a life where we’re not attached to results but also still be someone who is ambitious and seeks to excel in their life, studies, and career. Does meditation inherently make us passive, or can it help us be passionate, dedicated, and even more engaged with the world around us?Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them da...
2018-10-1923 min
Ritam Studio PodcastRecovery & SurrenderingHow do we truly heal and recover after a period of self-loathing and self-harm? Aloynka, a Russian born journalist and television personality now living in the US shares her challenges as she recovers from a life-threatening eating disorder. The deepest truth emerges in the end and results in one of the most powerful and insightful 1 Giant Mind podcasts to date.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite...
2018-09-2825 min
Ritam Studio PodcastHow to Stay With Your PracticeAlida Brandenburg (digital brand strategist, of a Zen Buddhist household) asks: in times of anxiety or depression, how can one still prioritize a daily meditation practice? We examine the way that personal goal-setting and resources such as friends, family, and even certified professionals, can give us the capability to keep our practice in difficult moments.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.
2018-09-2122 min
Ritam Studio PodcastTrying to Change Our ThinkingCan we change our thoughts with thought alone? Caroline asks Jonni what role meditation plays in shaping how and what we think. In this episode we consider the problems of over-identifying with the “thinking mind” and we explore how meditation leads to a deep form of human intelligence.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with
2018-09-1415 min
Ritam Studio PodcastIncessant Thinking MindLeslie Hoffman (president of New York's Open Center) asks Jonni why we can't stop the chatter in our heads.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, r...
2018-09-0723 min
Ritam Studio PodcastResponding to Negative PeopleHow do we remain positive and engaged when we’re around friends or colleagues who tend to rant or complain? Olivia is a Canadian lawyer who asks Jonni for advice on how she can maintain her cool and not become affected by people who tend to be negative. In the conversation, Jonni uncovers the truth of the responsibility we all have to each other and ourselves in these situations.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you pr...
2018-08-3119 min
Ritam Studio PodcastIs Meditation for Everyone?“If I’m not stressed and I’m a generally happy person, why should I meditate?” Nick DiMattina, a recent graduate of the 1 Giant Mind Teacher Training Academy and now meditation teacher explains to Jonni that he sometimes gets this response from people. As Jonni explores the topic with Nick, a deeper insight about why we meditate emerges.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body pra...
2018-08-2418 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThought, Emotion, and MaladaptionThe mind thinks and the body feels. But does the mind tell the body what to feel? This week's question is from Caroline Aulis, who prompts a deep exploration of maladaptation.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. Fr...
2018-08-1720 min
Ritam Studio PodcastMeditation & the IntellectOur guest Caroline, a meditation teacher in training asks: How do we use the intellect in conjunction with meditation? Jonni first makes the important distinction between the intellect and intelligence and this provides a foundation for the discussion. The discussion makes it way through our relationship to our thinking and how meditation is an extraordinary tool that causes us to access our intuition, creativity, and sense of ourselves. Jonni explains how that after a regular practice we start to ween ourselves off the addiction of our intellect and the need to control everything.Tell us what you...
2018-08-1022 min
Ritam Studio PodcastTeaching & VulnerabilityWhen does sharing vulnerability cross a line and become exploitative? The most impactful leaders have overcome personal strife, and Jesse Israel is no exception. Once at odds with bouts of anxiety and depression, today Jesse is an influential community leader. Co-founder Cantora Records, signing bands such as MGMT and Francis and the Lights, Jesse now leads some of the world's most innovative mass meditations, through The Big Quiet & Medi Club. And certified as a meditation teacher by 1 Giant Mind, he asks: are there boundaries to how far a teacher should go in revealing their personal vulnerabilities, while teaching and...
2018-08-0315 min
Ritam Studio PodcastGetting Love RightWhy do so many of us get love wrong and struggle to find self-love? Lesley-Anne, a former psychotherapist now Vedic meditation teacher and counselor, and mother to Jonni Pollard, poses this important question. Jonni presents a new definition of love that bucks the common conception that love arrives "only when someone else loves you." Rather, love is our most fundamental nature. It's the spontaneous way we respond to life and treat others, so long as we're not overwhelmed by fear. Jonni suggests that love is a self-referenced phenomenon. Though it can elude us, it occurs within. In doubting our lovability...
2018-07-2728 min
Ritam Studio PodcastBecoming a Meditation TeacherCaroline, a meditation practitioner, asks Jonni about the 1 Giant Mind Teacher Training Program and how she can incorporate teaching meditation into the coaching practice that she is developing. Her sincere inquiry about how to do this the right way starts a beautiful conversation around leadership, the role of a teacher, and our desire to help others. This is a great podcast for anyone considering becoming a meditation teacher while continuing their own personal development. Since recording this episode, Caroline has enrolled as a student in 1 Giant Mind's Teacher Training Program.Tell us what you loved about this...
2018-07-2023 min
Ritam Studio PodcastWhat is the Point of Meditation?What is the point of meditation and is there a "best" kind of meditation? Ameena, a practicing Sufi meditator of 20 years shares her experience as a student who was challenged by a teacher who didn't agree with her open-minded perspective on meditation. The story inspires Jonni to explain the 6 categories of mediation and how each stimulates specific functions of the mind. Jonni suggest that meditation, in all of its forms, are processes of increasing our awareness and that it's a modern misconception it is exclusively about stilling the mind. The conversation ultimately reveals 1 Giant Mind's inclusive and sequential model...
2018-07-0623 min
Ritam Studio PodcastResponding to InauthenticityHow do we reconcile our disappointment with people that may be great at marketing a life of wellbeing and kindness but not living it in real life? Liz, a marketing and communications strategist in the wellness space shares how she sometimes finds herself confronted by the inauthenticity and contradictions she sees in the wellness world. The question leads Jonni to help open up our minds to how we respond to situations when we feel disdain for someone because we believe they are being inauthentic or misleading. His practical advice provides tangible steps toward avoiding the trappings of being righteous...
2018-06-2924 min
Ritam Studio PodcastThe Roots of MeditationAs meditators, do we have a responsibility to investigate the origins and history of meditation? Joey, a creative professional who discovered meditating after working on 1 Giant Mind's Teacher Training Programs, poses this question to Jonni as he seeks to have a deeper understanding of the practice. The question inspires Jonni's perspective on not mistaking the map for the terrain but also honoring our innate desire to understand the source of things. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing w...
2018-06-2221 min