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Synopsis
A philosophical exploration of ashtanga yoga.
Episodes
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Interview with Gary Plato
22/06/2022 Duration: 46minA clinical psychologist, a social worker, and an educator walk into a bar... it's all one guy though! Here he is discussing the therapeutic and rehabilitative benefits of yoga for students, incarcerated people, the elderly, and those recovering from injury. Questions for him can be addressed to yogafirepodcast@gmail.com
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Breadcrumb trails and practice
24/01/2022 Duration: 17minThe most important step in improving your home practice is... getting yourself to practice at home in the first place! I discuss a strategy to help yourself practice more, and more fully, without the peer pressure of being in a live class. Questions or comments? yogafirepodcast@gmail.com
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Pratyahara sensory withdrawal (the fifth limb)
21/06/2021 Duration: 36minThe abstract and enigmatic 5th limb of ashtanga involves practicing withdrawing from your senses. It can improve your peace of mind and help dredge up insights from your subconscious mind. But what the **** does any of that even mean? I'll try to break it down for you. Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast.
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Activism and social engagment
08/08/2020 Duration: 24minDiscussion of how the internal work of yoga can be applied to one's engagement with the external (political) world. Extended version of a talk I gave at a big union conference. Om chant from Rajshri Soul https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoQaZS8YdKkyfBwGZay-Xg
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Niyama observances (the second limb)
17/06/2020 Duration: 32minA deep dive into the moral observances of yoga. Practicing them is a way to work on your own consciousness and attitude, to help you better express your authentic self as you go through life. Known as the "niyamas," these are collectively the second limb of ashtanga. Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast. Want to learn more? Visit Patreon.com/yogafire to sign up for my Zoom classes.
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Interview with Sylvie Horvath
31/12/2019 Duration: 01h02minA Milwaukee yogini chats about the ontology of being, the importance of rituals and mantras, legendary superhuman feats, the teleology of props in your practice, and what teaching is like. You can find her at jewelofindiayoga.com
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Yama disciplines (the first limb)
21/06/2019 Duration: 20minThis episode discusses the moral restraints recommended by yoga. Practicing them is a way to work on your own consciousness and attitude, such that the higher limbs of yoga will be easier to attain. Known as the "yamas," they are collectively the first, most fundamental limb of ashtanga, and they're something you can practice anywhere at any time! Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast.
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Interview with Clint Murphy
02/08/2018 Duration: 22minA yogi from the high deserts of New Mexico chats about anusara-style tantric yoga, Fight Club and the importance of surrender, getting stuck in ruts (samskara), and the practice of staying in the present moment.
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Prana breath (the fourth limb)
04/07/2018 Duration: 25minThis episode discusses the role of breathing in connecting the mind and body with yoga. Known as "pranayama" this fourth limb of ashtanga yoga involves working with the breath to energize the body and center the mind. Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast. Thanks for listening.
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Asana poses (the third limb)
03/04/2018 Duration: 16minThis episode of Yoga Fire delves into the metaphysics of the yoga poses we're all familiar with. Known as the "asanas," this third limb of ashtanga yoga allows us to forge a stronger body-mind connection. If you want some great soundscapes or drones to meditate to, check out MyNoise.net. Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast. Thanks for listening.
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Introduction to ashtanga
10/03/2018 Duration: 23minWelcome to Yoga Fire. This episode introduces the host, and gives an overview of the eight limbs of "ashtanga" yoga. Intro music adapted from "Tibet" by Hovatoff. Questions or comments? Contact yogafirepodcast@gmail.com or tweet @yogafirepodcast