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The Better Yoga PodcastAyurveda for Weight LossMost weight loss strategies ignore the powerful connection between your stress levels, hormonal balance, and body’s self-protection mechanism — Kapha. But what if the secret to sustainable weight health is understanding why your body holds onto weight in the first place? In this episode, renowned Ayurvedic expert Larissa Hall Carlson joins Kari Harendorf to reveal how stress, life transitions, and emotional patterns activate your body’s natural defense system — and how working with Ayurveda and yoga can gently restore balance from within.Join Larissa and Kari in person at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health March 22–27, 2026 for Ayurveda a...
2026-02-1641 min
All In My Head Podcast“Why Talking About Death Makes Living Sweeter:” My Talk With End-of-Life Doula Larissa Hall CarlsonSend us a textWhat if facing death could actually help us live more fully? In this heartfelt and deeply human conversation, I sit down with Larissa Hall Carlson, an end-of-life doula, mindfulness teacher, and wellness guide, to explore how opening up about mortality can make life richer, more peaceful, and more meaningful.Larissa shares what it truly means to be an end-of-life doula—a compassionate guide who supports individuals and families through the dying process with presence, comfort, and dignity. From creating sacred space and facilitating honest conversations to helping people fi...
2025-10-301h 31
Read The PlayGetting OrganisedThis week, Chelsea & David dive into the relationship between Indigenous critical race theory and the long and proud tradition of Aboriginal community-led organising, activism and grassroots struggle on this continent. They kick off with an older interview with Widjabul Wia-bal activist and organiser Larissa Baldwin-Roberts, reflecting on the insights she learned from growing up in a strong tradition of Aboriginal community organising. Then we turn to two recent conversations with Kurdish activist and organiser Roj Amedi and diaspora Palestinian writer and activist Tasnim Samak at the 2025 National Symposium Unifying Anti-Racist Theory and Practice, where they reflect on what they’ve...
2025-09-301h 02The Better Yoga PodcastPitta Balancing for SummerIn this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Kari Herendorf and Larissa Hall Carlson discuss Pitta dosha and how to manage it during the summer season. They explore the characteristics of Pitta, the importance of balancing fire and water elements, and practical tips for maintaining wellness through diet, lifestyle, and self-care practices. The conversation emphasizes the need for rest, cooling foods, and mindful activities to prevent Pitta from becoming overwhelming in the heat of summer. The discussion covers practical tips for exercise, yoga adjustments, breathwork techniques, dietary changes, and self-care rituals to maintain balance and well-being in the heat...
2025-05-2654 min
All In My Head PodcastNourishing the Feminine: Ayurveda’s Guide to Midlife WellnessSend us a textIn this deeply insightful episode, we’re joined by Ayurvedic Practitioner and Yoga & wellness educator Larissa Hall-Carlson to explore how the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda can support and empower women through the midlife transition. From hormonal shifts to emotional balance, Larissa shares practical tools, daily rituals, and nourishing lifestyle practices rooted in Ayurvedic tradition—designed specifically to help women thrive in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.Together, we unpack what it means to honor the feminine during this transformative life phase and how tuning into nature’s rhythms can re...
2025-04-231h 05The Better Yoga PodcastPractical Ayurveda, Simple Tools for Everyday Life: Larissa Hall Carlson, Ayurvedic Practitioner and TrailblazerIn this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, Kari Harendorf and Larissa Hall Carlson delve into the intricate relationship between Ayurveda and yoga. They explore how Ayurveda serves as a comprehensive system of medicine that emphasizes living in harmony with nature, understanding the doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), and integrating these principles into yoga practice. The conversation highlights the importance of seasonal practices, the balance of doshas, and practical tips for aligning one's lifestyle with Ayurvedic principles. Larissa and Kari explore the principles of Ayurveda, emphasizing the importance of hydration, mindful eating, and the simplicity of lifestyle changes for...
2025-03-141h 06
The Nourished Nervous SystemCultivating a Resilient Immune System with AyurvedaSend a textHere in the Northeast United States, it is cold and flu season. So, in this episode of the Nourished Nervous System I discuss the Ayurvedic approach to maintaining a healthy immune system.This is more of a long game approach as opposed to a quick fix. The episode covers the importance of balancing the digestive fire (Agni), cultivating and protecting Ojas, and managing stress, sleep, and diet. Practical tips include using herbs like ginger and turmeric, simplifying diets, and tracking bodily cues for better health. Also the importance of...
2025-01-2323 min
The Nourished Nervous SystemSmoothing the Transition of Perimenopause Using Breathwork with Larissa CarlsonSend a textIn this episode I welcome back Larissa Carlson, an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga specialist certified by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and Yoga Alliance. Larissa shares her extensive knowledge on pranayama (yogic breathwork) and its benefits, especially for managing Vata imbalances and promoting Sattva during perimenopause. The episode explores various breathwork techniques, their mental and physical health benefits, and the importance of adapting practices to individual needs and life stages. Larissa emphasizes the significance of slowing down and incorporating soothing exercises, lifestyle shifts, and mindfulness practices into dai...
2025-01-0250 min
The How to Take Care of Yourself PodcastEpisode 3 - Interview with Larissa Hall CarlsonSummary:
In this enlightening conversation, Veronica Wolff-Casey speaks with Larissa Hall Carlson, a luminary in the Ayurveda and yoga world. They explore Larissa's journey into Ayurveda, the importance of mindful eating, and daily rituals that support a healthy lifestyle. Larissa shares insights on navigating perimenopause and menopause, the connection between food and well-being, and the power of community in fostering health. The discussion also highlights the upcoming courses Larissa is offering, focusing on libido and self-care practices, emphasizing the significance of simplicity and commitment in achieving wellness.
Takeaways:
Ayurveda is a holistic approach...
2024-12-301h 13
The Nourished Nervous SystemThe Art of Restoration with Somatics, Ayurveda and HerbsSend a textAs I head into winter here in the Northeast United States, I am renewing my restorative practices. Restoration is an important component of both the somatic and Ayurvedic practices that I do.And although restoration embodies simplicity in its nature it is not always an easy thing to do.In this episode I dive into the crucial yet often overlooked stage of restoration within the stress response cycle. Journeying through the stages of activation, mobilization, actualization, deactivation, and ultimately, restoration, the episode highlights the transformative power of...
2024-12-0527 min
The Ayurvedic TherapistEpisode 44: Navigating Perimenopause with Ayurveda and Mindfulness With Larissa Hall CarlsonJoin us on this episode of The Ayurvedic Therapist Podcast as we explore the transformative journey of perimenopause with the esteemed Larissa Hall Carlson, an Ayurvedic expert and senior Kripalu Center faculty member.
Dive deep into the significant shift from Pitta's active years to Vata's wisdom years, and understand how this transition impacts women's lives. Larissa offers invaluable insights and practical tips on managing the dual challenges of elevated Vata and Pitta, boosting Ojas, and maintaining overall health through diet, lifestyle, and self-care practices.
Whether you're approaching, experiencing, or supporting someone through perimenopause, this episode...
2024-09-2754 min
Nem Zapping Nem ZoneT02E03 - Ex-Disney’s na Cozinha | Nem Zapping Nem ZoneO podcast "Nem Zapping Nem Zone" é uma homenagem do Cassio Neves e Lucio Pozzobon ao Zapping Zone, programa clássico do Disney Channel dos anos 2000. Cada programa terá muitas indicações e comentários sobre artistas, séries e filmes do canal (e muito mais!) ⭐Estamos prontos para gritar DE-TO-NOU! 🗣️O elenco da Disney já chegou na cozinha! No novo episódio, você confere os artistas que ganharam ou se arriscaram em programas culinários. Além disso, dicas de séries da Disney relacionadas com a temática. Ouça (ou assista) o Nem Zapping Nem Zone nas plataform...
2024-09-0954 min
The Nourished Nervous SystemCultivating Ojas for a Healthy Libido with Larissa CarlsonSend a textWhat do immunity, libido, and the nervous system have in common? An Ayurvedic substance called Ojas.Cultivating Ojas is key to health and vitality in any stage of life but especially in mid life.In this episode, Larissa Carlson, an Ayurvedic practitioner and seasoned yoga expert, discusses the importance of Ojas—a substance vital for immunity and libido—in promoting overall well-being. The conversation covers Larissa's personal journey and professional insights into maintaining a balanced lifestyle through self-care practices, mindfulness, and tailored Ayurvedic routines. Larissa emphasize the need...
2024-08-291h 01
Nature of Wellness ™️ PodcastEpisode Thirty Two-Yoga, Nature, and the World's First Wellness Model with Larissa Hall CarlsonWe'd love to hear from you about this episode.Wellness as we know it gained notoriety in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The writings and leadership of an informal network of US physicians and scholars were pivotal in shaping how we began exploring “holistic” ways of addressing health. The wellness field is built on the foundations of multiple medical, intellectual, and spiritual movements throughout history. Aspects of the field can be traced to ancient civilizations in Rome, Asia, and Greece. Ayurveda, a natural...
2024-01-191h 14
Quarta Parede PodcastAssombrando Adeline - Quarta Parede #188Atenção para os avisos de gatilho desse episódio: abuso sexual, pisicológico e físico, tráfico humano, violência, stalker. Assombrando Adeline (ou Haunting Adeline) é o primeiro livro em uma duologia de H.D Carlson no famoso gênero de Dark Romance. Vem discutir com a gente a ética por trás desse livro tão polêmico. APOIE O NOSSO FINANCIAMENTO COLETIVO! Agora nós temos um Catarse para ajudar a sustentar esse podcast e você pode contribuir indo em: www.catarse.me/quartaparede Entre em contato com a gente! Ad...
2023-12-301h 07
Mentes PioneirasBiografia Brasil #1 - César LattesNeste episódio, mergulhamos na vida e nas incríveis descobertas de César Lattes, um verdadeiro ícone da ciência brasileira. Prepare-se para se maravilhar com sua trajetória, desde sua contribuição fundamental para a descoberta do méson pi até sua incansável busca por conhecimento. Ouça agora mesmo e junte-se a nós para desvendar os segredos da mente brilhante de César Lattes. Não perca essa oportunidade de expandir seus horizontes e se inspirar com uma história de coragem e genialidade!
O MENTES PIONEIRAS PRECISA DA SUA AJUDA!
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2023-06-1016 min
Transition Awareness BreathingWhat is the correlation between mindfulness and music? Part 1.
I invite you to join me and my guest, Orit Amy Elyon Pemberton, Ph.D. During this two-part episode, I am honored to have Dr. Orit Pemberton as my guest. Dr. Pemberton reveals how a musician is affected positively or negatively mentally and physically as they use their instrument to produce a musical communication that transcends many languages. In addition, Orit uncovers challenges that musicians move through. For example, they must control their nerves and boost creative energy during a performance. At the same time, musicians must get into the right mindset to perform to the best of their...
2022-06-1419 min
Ed Harrold Life With Breath PodcastPranayama For The Seasons Moving From Spring To Summer W Larissa CarlsonAccording to Ayurveda, not only should our diet change with the seasons, even our pranayama should be tweaked three times a year, says Larissa Hall Carlson, former dean of Kripalu's School of Ayurveda and the co-leader of Yoga Journal's Ayurveda 101 & 201 courses. We met with Larissa last year to discuss the transition from winter to spring (vata to kapha seasons). Now we're going to dive into moving from spring to summer (kapha to pitta seasons). Discover precious tools for enhancing balance while deepening your pranayama practice, as Larissa shares the Ayurvedic approach to dosha-balancing breathwork. ...
2022-05-251h 04
Life HappensPracticing Mindfulness When Caring for Someone with DementiaYou may have heard the term mindfulness, but have you practiced it before?
By boosting mindfulness in day-to-day living, a caregiver can do practices that boost resilience and enhance overall comfort, ease, peace, and tranquility, no matter how chaotic and intense the caregiving duties are. Larissa Carlson
Kim Hegwood and Larissa Carlson will talk about how you can practice mindfulness even when caring for someone with dementia. And furthermore, why you should add this to your daily routine.
1. What is Mindfulness and is it different from meditation?
2. Why would this be...
2022-05-1916 min
This Way Out: The International LGBTQ Radio MagazineDon’t Say Gay, Trans Quiz Queen, Candy Man!A Florida House committee passes a “Parental Rights in Education” bill to outlaw encouraging the discussion of LGBTQ issues in primary grades, but Equality Florida’s Brandon Wolf and educator Chasten Buttigieg (husband of the U.S. Transportation Secretary) are fighting back!
Trans Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider’s monumental winning streak breaks records in both episodes and cash (interviewed by George Stephanopoulos of ABC-TV’s “Good Morning America”)!
When redesigned M&M’s mascots put Fox News host Tucker Carlson into sugar shock, Ms. Green (voice actress Larissa Murray) offers her candied criticism.
A Pennsylvania town’s newly Republican-controlled Borough Council revokes it...
2022-02-0128 minThis Way Out: The International LGBTQ Radio MagazineDon’t Say Gay, Trans Quiz Queen, Candy Man!A Florida House committee passes a “Parental Rights in Education” bill to outlaw encouraging the discussion of LGBTQ issues in primary grades, but Equality Florida’s Brandon Wolf and educator Chasten Buttigieg (husband of the U.S. Transportation Secretary) are fighting back!
Trans Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider’s monumental winning streak breaks records in both episodes and cash (interviewed by George Stephanopoulos of ABC-TV’s “Good Morning America”)!
When redesigned M&M’s mascots put Fox News host Tucker Carlson into sugar shock, Ms. Green (voice actress Larissa Murray) offers her candied criticism.
A Pennsylvania town’s newly Republican-controlled Borough Council revokes it...
2022-02-0128 min
Ed Harrold Life With Breath PodcastLife With Breath Breathwork Workshops Ayurveda Breathwork With Larissa CarlsonYou probably know that your diet should change with the seasons, but according to Ayurveda, even your pranayama should be tweaked three times a year, says Larissa Hall Carlson, former dean of Kripalu's School of Ayurveda and the co-leader of Yoga Journal's Ayurveda 101 & 201 courses. In this LIVE breathwork workshop, discover precious tools for enhancing balance while deepening your pranayama practice, as Larissa shares the Ayurveda breathwork approach to dosha-balancing breathwork for the transition from winter to spring (vata to kapha seasons).If you would like to learn more about living a "life with breath" applying breathwork...
2021-03-111h 09
The PracticeA 1-Minute Breath Mediation You Can Practice Anywhere, with Larissa Hall Carlson and John DouillardIn this 7-minute episode of The Practice, Ayurvedic Practitioners Larissa Hall Carlson and John Douillard share a simple, 1-minute pranayama meditation that you can use at home, in your car, at work, or anywhere to de-stress and reset. Study Ayurveda with Larissa and John in their online education courses with Yoga Journal: Ayurveda 101 and Ayurveda 201.
2020-07-1707 min
The Lotus PondCastLarissa Hall Carlson: Ayurveda for Immunity & Balance During COVID 19We're thrilled to share this interview with Larissa Hall Carlson, whom shares her deep knowledge all over the world -- and whom teaches Ayurveda & Pranayama at The Lotus Pond in Tampa, FL. Larissa explains how Ayurveda helps you live in harmony with nature to boost your immunity, soothe the nervous system, and maintain vitality. She offers insight, LOTS of tips, and techniques to help you during this global pandemic and throughout your life.
Larissa will be teaching Ayurveda & The Subtle Body online for The Lotus Pond April 24-26, 2020:
Learn more & sign up here: https://www...
2020-04-0926 min
GNAT-TVThe News Project Podcast 01.06.20Mindfulness would be a great start to the New Year Larissa Hall Carlson Driving With A Suspended License – The Work Around Erica Marthage, Bennington County States Attorney Paul Doucette, Bennington Police Chief […]
2020-01-1036 min
Kripalu PerspectivesLarissa Hall Carlson on Breathing Deeply, Living FullyThis month, host Portland Helmich talks with Kripalu Yoga teacher and Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Larissa Hall Carlson about pranayama and its numerous physical and emotional benefits.
2010-11-0113 min