
The Blogcast. Celebrating 10 years of 800 words per month, written and now read aloud by J. Brown, influential independent yoga teacher at the forefront of the slow yoga renaissance. J navigates coming into his adulthood alongside yoga becoming mainstream and ends up leading the way in what is at once both a revolution and return to the ancients roots of yoga.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureReligion & SpiritualityPersonal JournalsSpirituality | |||

We've all heard about the amazing things that yoga can do for us, but try explaining exactly what it is and how it works and you quickly find yourself on shaky ground. There is an innate something at the heart of the matter that simply cannot be meas... more
Radical transformation is the provenance of yoga. The promise of bringing about change in oneself through will and determination, being able to derive truth and purpose by observing our own experience rather than succumbing to societal conditioning o... more
A lot of people in the yoga world are feeling confused. Changing social tides and startling revelations are calling into question the foundations on which many a career have been built. Deep vacuums have been created with the passing of primary teach... more
The algorithms and operating systems that are governing our experiences, intended to expand our reach and connect us to the broader world, have borne unforeseen and adverse repercussions. This is particularly true for yoga teachers and center owners ... more
Recently I (Michelle Thielen) was a guest on J’s podcast. Despite never meeting, I felt like kindred spirits and like I had known him for a long time. I’m sure I speak for many, if not all, guests and listeners, J is awesome for many reasons, but one that stands out is that he is inclusive and shows kindness and compassion towards all, even when on opposite sides of a view.
Though J has his own studio, trainings and classes, he is constantly shining a light on others that do the exact same thin... more
J Brown is a very problematic “yoga” teacher. He allows for tons of misinformation on his podcasts, rarely pushes back against guests, and only surrounds himself with people that nod blindly along with him in his weekly teacher calls.
There are better teachers, podcasters, and podcasts out there to support. Don’t waste your time on this nonsense dressed up as yoga.
I rarely review however I just ‘met’ you on the On & Off your Mat podcast: Less is More, Gentle is advanced. Thank you. Thank you for sharing your story, your thoughts, you life essentially. It’s so refreshing and I align so much with it. Next time I’m in Allentown, I will have to visit. Much love- Christine
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Blends personal practice with critical discussion about the yoga world, culture, and entrepreneurship. Across episodes, the host interrogates commercialization, lineage, credibility, and the evolving role of teachers, often weighing traditional roots against modern trends. The show frequently pairs thoughtful critique with stories from practitioners and studio owners, offering nuanced takes on community, responsibility, and growth within a movement that continually reshapes itself. Noteworthy are its willingness to challenge industry norms, highlight survivor voices, and center authentic teaching over hype, making it particularly appealing to listeners who want deeper context alongside wellness content.
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