The Good Luck Yogi Podcast

I n this episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, host JC Das interviews 11-year-old Esme, discussing her experiences in a multi-age classroom, the challenges of making new friends, her love for English Language Arts, and her creative hobbies like acting and art. Esme also shares her thoughts on the benefits of mindfulness practices, such as deep breathing, and her favorite activities like outdoor a...

In this episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, host JC Das talks with Damodar, an 11-year-old fifth grader, about various aspects of school life, including the notions of popularity, the influence of teachers' stress on the classroom environment, and his favorite subjects. Damodar shares his interest in science and outdoor survival, alongside his frustrations with writing assignments and excessive...

In this episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, hosted by JC Das, Kaira, daughter of co-founder Anchal, shares her insights on dealing with bullies, the importance of breathing and mindfulness, and her experiences with school, friends, and pets. Kaira discusses how she learns from her favorite Good Luck Yogi books and uses breathing techniques to help herself and others in stressful situations. The...

In this episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, host JC Das interviews 13-year-old Darby Porter. They discuss Darby's interests, including playing guitar and skateboarding, and his experiences transitioning to middle school. Darby shares his love for English and PE classes, highlights what makes a good teacher and friend, and talks about his enjoyment of playing sports like soccer. Additionally, Da...

In this episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, hosted by JC Das, nine-year-old Lana shares her experiences of visiting her family in Lebanon. She talks about the joys of reconnecting with her 18 cousins, daily activities, and navigating the language mix of Arabic and English. Lana also discusses the challenges of traveling, her life in Los Angeles, and her aspirations to become a pop star inspired...

In the inaugural episode of the Good Luck Yogi podcast, hosted by former monk and music producer JC Das, we are introduced to the mission of giving children a platform to express themselves. The episode features an insightful interview with ten-year-old Keshava, who opens up about his experiences with bullying, his interest in Jiu Jitsu, and his unique Waldorf school education that emphasizes natu...