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Native Yoga ToddcastJohn Denney ~ Exploring Telepathy, Faith, and the Power of IntentSend us a textJohn Denney is a seasoned minister who currently serves at the Unity of Jupiter. He has a strong background in yoga, meditation, and spiritual guidance, which he has practiced for over three decades. Known for his insightful perspectives on consciousness and spiritual practice, John has actively contributed to community growth and has been involved with organizations such as Surfers for Autism.Visit John on his website: https://john-denney.com/Key Takeaways:The Power of Thought: John and Todd discuss how thoughts are incredibly influential...
2025-05-231h 04
Native Yoga ToddcastA Toddcast Twist: John Coleman Interviews ToddSend us a textIn this captivating episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd McLaughlin takes a seat on the other side of the microphone as longtime student and avid listener, John Coleman, delves deep into Todd's personal journey. From a life-altering experience at the age of 14 to becoming an influential yoga teacher with a studio in Florida, Todd's story is a compelling exploration of resilience, purpose, and seeking one's path. The episode sets the scene with the harrowing tale of Todd's near-death experience, profoundly impacting his life and propelling him onto a spiritual quest that...
2025-05-021h 02
Native Yoga ToddcastTodd Norian ~ The Tantra Revolution: Riding the Wave of Spiritual TransformationSend us a textTodd Norian is a prominent yoga instructor and author, renowned for his teachings in the field of Tantra Yoga and his authentic approach to spiritual growth. As the founder of the Ashaya Yoga method, he encourages a heart-centered, integrative practice that fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With over 40 years of experience in yoga and music, Todd's journey has been significantly influenced by his studies with various gurus, as well as his deep exploration and teaching of Anusara Yoga. His memoir, "Tantra: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness," reflects his life's work and...
2025-04-251h 19
Native Yoga ToddcastRev. Jaganath & Margabandhu | Timeless Journeys: Tales of Yoga and DiscoverySend us a textIn this enlightening episode, host Todd McLaughlin is joined by Reverend Jaganath Carrera and Margabandhu Martarano, two esteemed figures in the world of yoga, both sharing a profound bond through their shared teacher, Swami Satchidananda. This episode explores their individual journeys of how they met, their teaching philosophies, and how they have built thriving communities over decades of dedicated practice. Reverend Jaganath and Margabandhu offer their wisdom, emphasizing the importance of community within yoga and how it contributes to personal growth and enlightenment.Visit Rev...
2025-03-0755 min
Native Yoga ToddcastSandhya Balakrishnan ~ Yoga's Ancient Wisdom: How Yama and Niyama Can Transform Your LifeSend us a textIn this milestone 200th episode, Todd connects with Sandhya Balakrishnan, a distinguished yoga instructor from Bangalore, India, who shares her journey from corporate life to dedicating her career to yoga. This profound conversation explores the impact of yoga beyond the physicality of asanas, diving into the wholeness of yoga as a lifestyle and philosophy. With her dynamic background, Sandhya enriches the discussion by emphasizing yoga's foundational aspects such as mindfulness, breathing, and ethical practices.Follow Sandhya on IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.yogini.project/?hl=en
2025-01-031h 12
Native Yoga ToddcastPat Sperry ~ Scaling New Heights: Spiritual Pilgrimages with Peace Love FlourishSend us a textPat Sperry is a seasoned yoga instructor deeply rooted in the lineage of Iyengar Yoga, holding a notable certification that underscores his dedication to rigorous practice and teaching. Based in Mount Helix, San Diego, he is not only a practitioner but also a facilitator of enriching experiences. Pat is the founder of Flourish, a company that orchestrates transformative retreats and events worldwide. With extensive experience in yoga and meditation, Pat combines his athletic background and spiritual pursuits to create enlightening journeys for his participants.Visit Pat on his website...
2024-10-251h 11
Native Yoga ToddcastJosh Biro ~ Secrets of Success: Balancing Yoga Practice and Business MasterySend us a textIn this enlightening episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd McLaughlin is joined by Josh Biro, the dynamic founder of Yogapreneur Collective. Josh dives deep into the integration of yoga practices with entrepreneurial ventures, providing invaluable insights for yoga studio owners and business enthusiasts. With a background embedded in both yoga and business from an early age, Josh shares his transformative journey from a reluctant yogi to a thriving entrepreneur. The conversation is rich with practical advice on reconciling the seemingly contrasting worlds of yoga and business, and offers a fresh perspective...
2024-07-121h 09
Native Yoga ToddcastGota Cebrero ~ The Art of Tapas: Building Discipline in Yoga and LifeSend us a textTodd McLaughlin talks with Gota Cebrero about his transition from Argentina to becoming a yoga teacher and Zen practitioner in Asheville. Gota discusses combining his global experiences in his teachings, the concept of tapas, and finding equilibrium between upholding traditions and ensuring accessibility. He also touches on staying genuine amidst a competitive yoga scene and the importance of developing internal energy, offering a mix of motivational anecdotes and useful advice for yogis and spiritual explorers.Visit Gota on his website: https://www.gotacebreroyoga.com/Key Takeaways:...
2024-06-2858 min
Native Yoga ToddcastJessica Vellela ~ How Ayurveda Can Transform Your HealthSend us a textRenowned Ayurveda expert Jessica Vellela joins Todd to explore the transformative power of Ayurveda in modern lifestyles. Jessica shares deep insights into preventive medicine, personalized treatments, and the profound impact of Panchakarma. She recounts her rigorous training and practice in India and the challenges of bringing Ayurveda to the U.S.. This episode delves into the rich heritage of Ayurveda and its practical applications for maintaining optimal health and vitality. Don't miss Jessica's inspiring journey and valuable expertise in holistic wellness.Visit Jessica on her website: https://www.findradiance...
2024-06-181h 10
Native Yoga ToddcastRod Stryker - The Essence of Tantra & Exploring The Four DesiresSend us a textDiscover the insights and transformative power of yoga and Tantra with world renowned teacher Rod Stryker. Host Todd explores Stryker's journey from his first experience at age five to his profound teachings today. Learn about the nuances of Yoga Nidra, the sacred practice of revitalizing temples, and the four desires shaping our purpose. This episode delves into the depths of meditation, relaxation, and finding balance in modern life. Perfect for those seeking a deeper understanding of yoga's spiritual and practical applications.Visit Rod on his website: https://www.rodstryker...
2024-06-131h 07
Native Yoga ToddcastAndrew McGonigle ~ The Role of the Nervous System in Yoga FlexibilitySend us a textYoga instructor Todd McLaughlin engages in a profound conversation with Andrew McGonigle, an experienced yoga teacher and anatomy expert. McGonigle shares his journey from medical school to fashion, and eventually to teaching yoga, exploring how his diverse background informs his unique approach to anatomy education. Key topics include the role of the nervous system in muscle flexibility, the resilience of the human body, and the tangible benefits of yoga on the cardiovascular and immune systems. Discover insightful perspectives on integrating scientific and holistic approaches to yoga practice and teaching.
2024-06-071h 04
Native Yoga ToddcastCory Sterling - Busting Myths in the Yoga Business WorldSend us a textIn this enlightening episode, Todd converses with Cory Sterling, an accomplished lawyer who has carved a unique niche in the legal world by catering to those in the wellness and yoga industry. From his law firm in Mexico, Cory shares valuable insights on the intersection of law and yoga, shedding light on common misconceptions and the necessity of understanding legal ramifications for practitioners and studio owners alike.Visit Cory on his website: https://www.consciouscounsel.ca/HomeWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sRsahBZoBwQKey Takeaways:
2024-05-221h 01
Native Yoga ToddcastDr. Michael Shea ~ Polyvagal Theory in Yoga and MeditationSend us a textIn this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd welcomes back Dr. Michael Shea for a discussion on polyvagal theory in yoga and meditation. They explore the importance of the vagus nerve, an information highway that connects the brain to every organ system in the body. Dr. Shea explains how the vagus nerve plays a crucial role in our sense of safety and how trauma can impact its functioning. They delve into the concepts of top-down and bottom-up approaches in therapy and the role of yoga and meditation in regulating...
2024-05-1354 min
Native Yoga ToddcastSusan Marrufo - Exploring the Intersection of Yoga and Sacred SexualitySend us a textIn this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd McLaughlin interviews Susan Marrufo on the topics of yoga, sacred sexuality, and death. Susan shares her personal journey and how she discovered the connection between these three subjects. She explains that yoga, for her, is a system for self-realization and direct knowledge of the truth of being. Susan delves into the practice of self-inquiry and the importance of questioning our beliefs and identities to uncover our true nature.Visit Susan on her website: https://www.samarasacenter.com/
2024-04-111h 15
Native Yoga ToddcastMarilyn Haifa - Extreme Yin Yoga: Exploring the Power of Energy and MindfulnessSend us a textIn this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, Todd interviews Marilyn Haifa, a professional yoga teacher and practitioner. Marilyn shares her journey into yoga, starting with her first Bikram yoga class in San Diego, where she immediately felt a deep connection to the practice. She discusses the importance of grounding and finding purpose in the body and how yoga has helped her achieve that. Marilyn also talks about her introduction to meridian yoga therapy and the impact it has had on her teaching and personal practice. She explains the...
2024-02-0948 min
Native Yoga ToddcastMeredith Fogg Liebross - Digging Deeper: The Endless Quest in Yoga PracticeSend us a textIn this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast, host Todd interviews Meredith Fogg Liebross, an Ashtanga yoga teacher based in Los Angeles. They discuss the unique path of becoming a yoga teacher and the stereotypes surrounding it. Meredith shares her experience studying with renowned teacher Annie Carpenter and the importance of finding a teacher who can pass down the wisdom of the tradition. They also touch on the challenges and joys of parenting and the constant pressure to be present in a world filled with distractions. Tune in for an insightful...
2024-01-161h 04
Native Yoga ToddcastJesse Gold - Balance in the Flow of Yoga, Surfing and PranayamaSend us a textJesse Gold is a local yoga teacher in Juno Beach, Florida. He has a passion for surfing and incorporates his love for the ocean into his yoga practice.In this episode, Todd McLaughlin interviews Jesse Gold, a local yoga teacher in Juno Beach, Florida. They discuss Jesse's travels to Morocco and Costa Rica, his experience with teacher training, his love for surfing, and his exploration of pranayama and breathwork.Follow Jesse on Instagram: @j_man_moves https://www.instagram.com/j_man_moves/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3...
2023-09-131h 10Native Yoga ToddcastShri Alchemy - Embracing the Journey: Exploring Yoga, Medicine, and ArtSend us a textIn this episode Todd McLaughlin interviews Shri Alchemy about her journey in yoga and plant medicine. They discuss her upbringing in a spiritual community, her experiences with Kambo and other plant medicines, and her current work as a yoga teacher and skincare product maker. Shri also shares insights from her practice and the importance of finding stillness and connection in yoga.Visit Shri on Instagram: @shri.alchemy https://www.instagram.com/shri.alchemy/?hl=enOn her website: https://www.metsibotanics.com/D...
2023-08-291h 05Native Yoga ToddcastLarisa Vivolo - Facilitating the Shift Toward Acceptance and PositivitySend us a textJoin my special guest Larisa Vivolo. Larisa is a mental health counselor who believes in the individuality, uniqueness, and strength of each person. She is facilitating The Shift Retreat in West Palm Beach and during this podcast she shares her passion for inspiring positivity in her local community. We are excited to announce that Tamara McLaughlin will be leading a yoga class during this retreat.Visit Larisa on her website: https://larisavivolo.comCheck out The Shift Retreat at: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/theshiftretreat...
2023-06-1653 minNative Yoga ToddcastLynsi Eastburn - Using Hypnotherapy to Inspire FertilitySend us a textI am pleased to feature Lynsi Eastburn on the Native Yoga Toddcast! As the creator of 3Keys® HypnoFertility, Lynsi is the world’s established expert in the field of hypnosis to promote fertility. She began professionally using hypnosis to facilitate pregnancy before anyone else had actively considered or pursued its benefits, when there was no information about it in books, when nothing could be found on the internet.During this conversation Lynsi and I discuss how hypnotherapy, yoga and relaxation techniques can play a vital role in reducing stress and...
2022-10-241h 07Native Yoga ToddcastMichael Harris ~ Falling Down Getting Up - Overcoming Your ObstaclesSend us a textJoin in listening to this wonderful conversation I had with Michael Harris.Michael has been telling “sit on the edge of your seat stories” ever since his first show and tell in grade school – some stories will make you laugh - others are quite tragic that could bring any listener to tears. He shares in his #1 book, Falling Down Getting UP, how starting in 1987, yoga helped heal him from several near fatal predicaments. Today, Michael is a popular yoga teacher with three certifications from Erich Schiffman, Integral Yoga and Bikram Y...
2022-10-171h 10Native Yoga ToddcastNona Mileva - Tapping into the Yoga WellSend us a textCheck out this discussion I had with Nona Mileva. Visit Nona at her website well yoga.net. Nona is a Certified Life, Wellness and Health Coach, Yoga Teacher and Educator, based in Jupiter, FL, United States. She works with a wide range of clients, from variuos backgrounds and age, via in person, phone or Zoom sessions. Her coaching is holistic. It entails all aspects of the client's life - emotional, psychological, physical, spiritual , as it authentically reflects the most important human needs. She focuses on the therapeutic modalities and applications of Yoga as a...
2022-10-101h 03Native Yoga ToddcastEric Shaw ~ The Sacred Thread of Yoga PhilosophySend us a textEver wonder if there is more to yoga than yoga postures? Join my guest Eric Shaw for a discussion around his new book called Sacred Thread: A Comprehensive Yoga Timeline: 2000 Events that Shaped Yoga History. Eric’s teachings and passions have been influenced significantly by his teachers, in particular Shandor Remete and Rod Stryker. You can visit Eric on his website at prasanayoga.com and you can purchase a copy of Eric's new book on Amazon here.During this conversation we discussed:the history and philosophy of...
2022-10-061h 07Native Yoga ToddcastSara Webb - Meditation is MedicineSend us a textEngage your listening senses with this conversation I had the pleasure of having with Sara Webb. Sara Webb is an author, inspirational speaker, and meditation healer empowering seekers to go from stress to success. Her life mission is to inspire people to access the power within themselves by teaching pocket-sized meditation techniques to improve daily happiness so people can bring the best versions of themselves to their own lives.During this conversation we discussed:the importance of daily meditationher passion for public speaking in the corporate environmenthow to build trust...
2022-09-211h 01Native Yoga ToddcastAmit & Netta Aburman ~ EyeSeeYou - A Personal Story to Propel Global ChangeSend us a textJoin in listening to a conversation that I had with Amit and Netta Aburman. Listen to the history behind The Twins Collection which is powered by the true story and art of twin sisters Hagar and Netta who struggled with eating disorders from the age of 12 and expressed their experiences through artistic creation. Amit and Netta have found a path from the grief of losing their sister to the empowerment of creating the EyeSeeYou community to help build a bridge between those who can help with those that need h...
2022-09-081h 01Native Yoga ToddcastSara Gaugler ~ Serving the Recovery Community with the Trini FoundationSend us a textCheck out this new episode with Sara Gaugler. Sara is the Director of Communications for the Trini Foundation. The Trini Foundation is dedicated to helping people with substance use disorder find long-term recovery by building environments of physical, mental, and spiritual support through integrating recovery services with Ashtanga yoga and mindfulness practices. Check out the links below as discussed during our conversation below.Trini WebsiteDonateAshtanga & Addiction Forum Remember to sign up for our donation based Ashtanga Yoga Workshop on September 11th, 2022. This Livestream event is o...
2022-09-0134 minNative Yoga ToddcastJayson Barniske ~ Ashtanga Yoga in TulumSend us a textJoin in listening to this fascinating conversation I had with Jayson Barniske. Jason is opening up an Ashtanga yoga center and vegan cafe in Tulum, Mexico. You have to check this out! Find Jayson on IG @jbarniske. Check out his website ashtangayogatulum.com while you are at it.During this conversation we discussed:Jayson's 3 most difficult times and 3 best times of his life (sit down for this one)Shamanic traditions that lay the foundation for yogahow yoga has impacted his lifewhat practicing with a shaman in Mexico is likethe use...
2022-08-1748 minNative Yoga ToddcastYoga Yarns ~ Connecting with KrishnaSend us a textWelcome to this special edition podcast titled Yoga Yarns ~ Connecting with Krishna. My first introduction to yoga was when I was 18 and I met a Hare Krishna devotee. It was through this introduction that I began to practice yoga. Here I attempt to share a few stories about this time in my life and shed a little light on the culture of Krishna Consciousness. During this yoga yarn I share:how I was first introduced to the yoga of the Bhagavad Gitathe different branches of yoga and how...
2022-07-281h 04Native Yoga ToddcastTaylor Hunt ~ A Way from DarknessSend us a textYou've got to hear this story from Taylor Hunt! Taylor is a true inspiration and motivation for all of us in the yoga and bodywork community. Personally having lost loved ones to drug and alcohol addiction it is so inspiring to hear from Taylor how he has been able find his way toward health and his passion for helping others who are in need of assistance. Please visit Taylor at his website taylorhuntyoga.com. Get a copy of his book A Way from Darkness at his website here awayfromdarkness...
2022-07-221h 01Native Yoga ToddcastKaty Scherer ~ Yoga Accessibility for Absolutely Every BodySend us a textCheck out new Episode 73 with Katy Scherer titled Yoga Accessibility for Absolutely Every Body. I am delighted to share this opportunity I had to converse with Katy. She has a beautiful perspective on the journey of yoga and self acceptance. I can't wait for you to hear this! You can visit Katy at her Website katyschereryoga.comAnd find her on IG at @katyschereryoga During this podcast we discussed:how Katy fell in love with the Ashtanga Yoga practiceher transformation upon practicing yoga i...
2022-07-151h 05Native Yoga ToddcastTodd McLaughlin ~ My Journey Crossing for Cystic FibrosisSend us a textJoin me for a recap of my experience participation in the Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis 2022. Just a week ago I participated in the the event which involves paddling 80 miles across the Gulf Stream from Bimini, Bahamas to Lake Worth, Florida. My goal was to fundraise as much as possible and bring awareness to the Piper's Angels Cystic Fibrosis community. Oh yeah, and try to paddle 80 miles across the ocean. In this episode I attempt to reminisce all the juicy details and pay my respects to all those that helped to make this trip...
2022-07-041h 02Native Yoga ToddcastColleen Avis ~ Sacred Spaces & Subtle Shifts for Body and MindSend us a textGet inspired to explore your Sacred Space with Colleen Avis! I had the privilege of speaking with Colleen who is the co-author of the book Sacred Spaces ~Subtle Shifts for Mind, Body, and Home Transformation.Find Colleen on her website https://subtle-shifts.comon IG at https://www.instagram.com/colleen_avis_bewell/?hl=enYou can book a free 30 minute life coaching session with her here.You can also get a free copy of here e-book here.About Colleen: I am so happy you...
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