A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel

“The only way you can instill it in other people is by example” In this first episode back I’m talking to teacher and friend Stewart Gilchrist who is a radical traditionalist truly living what he speaks as a yogi, an activist, a student and a teacher. Stew takes the conversation from conceptual knowledge to lived experience of just how vast and ancient this human experience is - especially with yo...

Join me for season 2 coming in April 2023! This season Self-inquiry will inspire my talks with wise teachers, sincere yogis and other spiritual seekers as our search for truth, knowledge, and freedom earnestly continues... I invite you to share your deep questions with me via social media or better yet, email to yoga@bobbipaidel.com With love and oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening, you beautiful...

Talk about going out with a bang. Some real bangers of gyaan (knowledge) in this season wrap up with the final 5 timeless teachings. This half of the teachings are so instrumental and practical that anyone can take something away to chew on with a smile. Here’s the final 5 first teachings and conversations highlighted: ➖ Go towards Truth (with curiosity): Shikhaa Episode 12 ➖ It comes from withi...

We did it! Season 1 wraps up as I weave together the common themes and threads of wisdom which came up again and again during these conversations. A lot to contemplate and sit with here so I invite you to listen, pause and re-listen as we can all dig deeper into our human experience of the Divine. Here’s the 5 first teachings and conversations highlighted: ➖ Acceptance for Integration of your Who...

“We’re all addicted to the way we process reality.” In this episode I’m talking to Nikki Myers, an accomplished speaker, teacher, practitioner and founder of Y12SR: The Yoga of 12 Step Recovery. More than all else, Nikki is passionate and committed to the deepest levels of health and healing for all. Today we touch on many wonderful points for practice and reflection in our journey to remembering...

“If you want to live yoga, go into silence for a few days. That is where you’ll live yoga. Not in your asanas or in your sutras.” This week I’m joined by the brilliant mind and heart of Joshna Ramakrishnan, a yoga teacher, student, entrepreneur and overall inspiring, humble human being. Here’s what we discuss in today's conversation: ➖ The spiritual power of Pranayam ➖ Two paths of body and mind...

Ok you want to live in peace? Me too! Today I touch on the first golden principle of the yamas - ahimsa or non-harming. Plus 4 practical ways to start observing ahimsa in action in your own life. Here’s what I go over: ➖The basis of ahimsa in theory and natural violence in the world ➖Importance of being established in the Source of all ➖Conscious Consumerism as a non-perfect means of ahimsa ➖V...

“To crack the code to the safe of the most infinite riches of all which is knowing who you are in Truth” This week I’m joined by Hali Schwartz, a teacher’s teacher who has been immersed in the yoga world since childhood. Hali enlightens us with her incredible power to convey the deep teachings of yoga in ways that are relatable and digestible. We touch on: ➖Spirituality & Humanity ➖Bhagavad...

“I’ve meditated for 5 decades and I don’t think of myself as a spiritual person.” This week I explore the edges of consciousness with wise thinker and thoughtful meditator Mahabir. I’m totally serious when I say we unpack a LOT - touching on: ➖ Getting control over your own time ➖ Being financially independent ➖ What happens in meditation and the nature of unchanging awareness ➖ Sankalp and Vi...

“The Teachings are for all of us. We are all children of this Earth.” This special conversation with Malina Dawn otherwise known as the Indigenous Yogi illuminated the similarities, the differences & nuances of Indigenous Ways & Yogic Ways. Malina generously shares her life experiences, spiritual practices & insight into the ways in which she lives a spiritually connected life. We touc...

“I’m beginning to grasp that even though I’ve done this work for 30 years there is so much more to discover.” Today my friend Dr. Petra Sdrinko reminds us to always stay true to our real questions. She’s freed herself of any romantic idea about relationships, life and the world in general. She now lives in India and enjoys keeping the legacy of her Guru alive and accessible for all those deserving...

Today I touch on the pathways of Kriya Yog as a way to take action in your healing journey. Three very simple principles anyone can adopt at any point in your spiritual life as timelessly outlined by the sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. Here’s what I go over: ➖ How habits develop naturally when you live a spiritual life ➖3 pathways of Tapas/effort, Swadhyay/Self-Awareness & Ishavari Pranid...

“When you’re on the path and doing the work, things come” In this episode I’m talking to Peter Elmas who’s been walking the path of Yoga for 20 years. Peter shares stories from his spiritual life and the wisdom which he lives and teaches. Some highlights of this conversation: ➖The student that takes to the practice like gunpowder & quitting smoking after one class ➖Travels to India & the...

“The more simple I keep it in my head, the more grounded I stay. This is important. To still be rooted no matter how high I fly in my silences” How does one integrate the many paths of yoga and keep simple, humble and grateful? In this episode I’m talking to Prasad Rangnekar about so many brilliant topics to inspire our sadhana and our life. Today's conversation topics include: ➖ Critical reflect...

“ I don't think we would have been able to weather so many difficulties that came toward us if we hadn't had that steadiness of meditation in our lives.” This special episode of Good Company is one that is dear to my heart! Gadi and Alisa (or Gangadhar and Shakti Priya) are dear friends of mine who I have had the delight of getting to know over my many trips to India. I asked Gadi and Alisa on the...

“Yoga is so much more than a physical practice it really is a tool for consciousness and a tool for transformation. It’s probably one of the most profound technologies we have as human beings. “ In this episode I’m talking to the wonderful Farah Nazarali. We have a brief conversation about the need for meaningful connection in today’s yoga communities and finding the connection to Love as the basi...

“Be a rebel, be a wild child. Don’t go with the masses, just be who you truly are. It isn’t always going to be easy but just do it fearlessly” In this episode I’m talking to Karo Tak, a truly unique and rebellious soul who lives yoga daily through her teaching, animal activism, vegan cooking and most recently - her spiritual gap year. Based in Amsterdam, studying in London, Karo is redefining what...

“One is to become an unprejudiced observer, a yogi. One is to open up the inner observation which is not able to be confined to any description other than it is pure light, pure consciousness, pure life.” What a brilliant and detailed conversation lit up by the knowledge of advaita vedanta (non-dualism). Shikhaa has been a huge influence in my life and it was a delight to have her on the show. Bas...

“Real freedom is knowing whatever situation you’re in, you’re able to know who you are. And that takes work.” Wow, wow, wow! This week’s show is packed to the brim with gyaan (knowledge) and delight. An honor to have Shiv on the show! An accomplished author, illustrator, environmentalist and most certainly, established sadhak with so much practical knowledge for us to take inspiration from. Fasten...

In this rendition of Good Company I chat with Hélène & Krishna about all things motherhood. It’s a beautiful conversation where we discuss the similarities, the differences, the challenges and nuances of being a yogi and a mom. Here’s what we touch on: ➖ How these women went from PhD Scientist and Wall Street Finance to Yoga practitioners, teachers and full time moms ➖ Identity shifts with m...

“ Follow your heart. Follow your calling. Don’t let it dwindle or distinguish because of life but keep the fire of knowledge alive. “ In this episode I’m talking to Dr. Rina Dedhiya, a homeopath and satsangee from Pune, India. She talks to us about her personal journey and overcoming the challenges of living with alopecia since a young age. Her story and commitment to her sadhana is truly inspirin...

“Simply stay curious. Keep seeking, keep questioning. In sanskrit it’s called the jigyasu, the one who seeks freedom and truth. And it’s a gift of God if you are a seeker so hold it precious and nurture it. Stay true to who you are.” In today's solo episode I share a glimpse of my own spiritual journey which has moved me out of addiction and into a more peaceful life. I share why you should rememb...

“Yoga is not just for the mat. It’s for every day. Every minute of your life is a practice of yoga.” In this episode I’m talking to Savira Gupta, a yoga practitioner and writer with a unique lens on yoga in the modern context. She shares her knowledge & wisdom of yoga, her own personal sadhana & gives some great points for curious yogi’s to consider on your own path. Here’s what we discuss...

“It’s not about abandonment of the world, it's about recognizing the underlying reality of this dynamic world-play that we live in. And what allows the recognition is the moments of quiet, the moments of pause, of stillness which we can cultivate through the yogic practice, the practice of meditation, mantra, and the company we keep.” A brilliant discussion with Noah Heney, a teacher & yogi wh...

“The whole thing is for you to know you are outside of the mandala looking in. You are not caught. You’re not struggling your way out of the mandala, you are transcending the idea that you are even caught in the first place.” In this episode I’m talking to the wise and wonderful Kaare Vijay Shyam from Copenhagen, Denmark. He takes us on his unbelievable journey of being chased by a tiger to the fe...