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Accessible Yoga Podcast

Jivana Heyman
Yoga
Accessible Yoga
Trans Community
Community Building
Social Justice
Self-Acceptance
Yoga Philosophy
Yoga Practice
Accessibility
Mental Health
Satya
Inclusivity
AIDS Activism
Teaching
Death
Identity Politics
Nonattachment
Life Changes
Queer Youth
Jnana Yoga

Accessible Yoga Podcast with Jivana Heyman

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, host Jivana Heyman sits down with Finlay Wilson, known on social media as the Kilted Yogi. Together they explore what it means to make yoga truly accessible, the power of community-based service, and the importance of authentic repre... more

Join host, Jivana Heyman, as he talks with Rebecca Sebastian, host of the Working In Yoga Podcast and cherished friend. Together they explore the evolving landscape of yoga teaching, the importance of creativity in practice, and the irreplaceable val... more

In this special episode, host, Jivana Heyman, sits down with longtime friend and colleague, Anjali Rao, to discuss her groundbreaking new book, Yoga as Embodied Resistance: A Feminist Lens on Caste, Gender, and Sacred Resilience in Yoga History. Toge... more

Join host, Jivana Heyman, as he welcomes his guest and longtime friend, David Lipsius, for a powerful conversation on ethics and the evolution of yoga institutions in the West. Together, they explore how personal spiritual practice sustains authentic... more

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Recent Guests

Finlay Wilson
Yoga teacher in Dundee, Scotland, founder of a non-profit yoga studio
Non-profit yoga studio
Episode: The Teaching on Community Care with Finlay Wilson
Rebecca Sebastian
Host of the podcast, Working In Yoga; Admin of a Facebook group called The Future of Yoga Therapy; yoga professional with extensive experience in the yoga community and education.
Episode: The Teaching on Supporting Each Other with Rebecca Sebastian
Anjali Rao
Yoga teacher, author, and activist; an advocate for social justice within yoga.
Accessible Yoga Association
Episode: The Teaching on Yoga as Embodied Resistance with Anjali Rao
David Lipsius
Yoga leader with extensive experience in managing prominent yoga organizations.
Former CEO of Yoga Alliance
Episode: The Teaching on Yoga Organizations with David Lipsius
Steffany Moonaz
Yoga scientist and therapist, specializing in the effects of yoga on chronic pain and arthritis
Yoga for Arthritis
Episode: The Teaching on Yoga Research with Steffany Moonaz
Shanna Small
Yoga teacher with a focus on accessibility and social justice
Episode: The Teaching on Mantra & Connection with Shanna Small
Michelle Cassandra Johnson
A leading teacher and author in the yoga community, known for her focus on accessible practices.
Episode: The Teaching of the Heart with Michelle Cassandra Johnson
Matthew Sanford
A yoga teacher and author working to transform the experiences of trauma, loss, and disability through the connection of mind and body.
Mind Body Solutions
Episode: The Teaching on Consciousness with Matthew Sanford
Tristan Katz
A yoga teacher and equity advocate with 25 years of yoga experience.
Episode: The Teaching on Returning to Your Center with Tristan Katz

Host

Jivana Heyman
Host of the Accessible Yoga Podcast, dedicated to making yoga accessible to all practitioners and focused on community engagement, inclusivity, and social justice in yoga practices.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Taking accessibility to the next level

    I am truly grateful for the way Anjali and her guests inform and challenge me to continue to open my heart and broaden my horizons when it comes to accessibility and what that means as a yoga teacher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brightbeginningsyoga
    Australia2 years ago
  • 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Episode 2 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    As it happens, I'm also reading One Dharma by Joseph Goldstein. There's an interesting conversation between the two. Chemi Lhamo draws our attention to cultural appropriation, particularly of Tibetan Buddhism; Goldstein then lays out a whole system for thinking of how the traditions of global Buddhism are emerging in the West to create a new Buddhism. It sparks the question, for me at least, of how we grow and learn from traditions from which we do not emerge (nationally, ethnically, spiritually... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt321567789
    United States3 years ago
  • Love, Love, Love

    So much learning and unlearning in each episode. Very powerful and thoughtful. Thank you Anjali Rao & Accessible Yoga Association. 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PZPZ
    United States3 years ago
  • Insightful

    I just came across this wonderful podcast and the episode with Chemi Lhamo on belonging and Tibetan Buddhism moved me beyond words. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queena143
    United States3 years ago
  • Always inspirational!

    Thank you for this podcast! It has always taught me something important about yoga and accessibility and I appreciate every guest and everything you do to make this accessible to all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jillygin
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are expressions of gratitude for the diverse topics and guests that challenge traditional norms within yoga.
Feedback also indicates a desire for more engagement on mental health and trauma within the context of yoga practices.
Many highlight the educational value and personal relevance of the conversations, often feeling inspired by the hosts' warmth and insights.
Listeners praise the podcast for its commitment to discussing accessibility and inclusivity in yoga.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#204
Canada/Education/How To
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#15
Finland/Education/How To
Apple Podcasts
#102
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Apple Podcasts
#181
New Zealand/Education/How To
Apple Podcasts
#204
Switzerland/Education/How To
Apple Podcasts
#237
Japan/Education/How To

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Teaching on Community Care with Finlay Wilson
Q: Can you share about your journey and the injuries that inspired you to bring chair yoga?
Finlay describes experiencing significant leg injuries that limited his mobility, leading him to explore yoga and later teach it with a focus on accessibility for those with physical challenges.
The Teaching on Yoga Organizations with David Lipsius
Q: What advice do you have for yoga teachers?
All the old rules and limitations are worthless junk on the scrap heap of history. You need to own your role as a teacher and actively seek out your audience.
The Teaching on Yoga Research with Steffany Moonaz
Q: Is there an important connection between yoga therapy and accessible yoga?
Yes, both aim to adapt practices to individual needs and accessibility, ensuring that everyone can benefit from yoga.
The Teaching on Self-Compassion with Rodrigo Souza
Q: Rodrigo, how do people build the ability to be compassionate to themselves?
By being in the body, experiencing and accepting one's suffering and challenges through methods like yoga.
The Teaching on Living Your Yoga with Melissa Shah
Q: Can you share something from your experience that supports you today as you move forward in your life?
Melissa shared insights on teaching from personal experience and emphasized the importance of connecting with one's inner practice.

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This podcast offers meaningful conversations focused on making yoga accessible and inclusive for everyone. Key topics include the intersection of yoga with social justice, mental health, personal stories of overcoming adversity, and the transformative power of yoga. With a commitment to community and collaboration, episodes feature a diverse range of guests who share insights into yoga practices that embrace individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. The discussions often highlight the importance of empathy, accessibility, and the ethical responsibilities of yoga practitioners and teachers, aiming to broaden the understanding of yoga beyond its traditional confines.

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Recent guests on Accessible Yoga Podcast include:

1. Finlay Wilson
2. Rebecca Sebastian
3. Anjali Rao
4. David Lipsius
5. Steffany Moonaz
6. Shanna Small
7. Michelle Cassandra Johnson
8. Matthew Sanford

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