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Send us Fan Mail Mounia Hammouda is a Moroccan yoga instructor and the founder of Shidomind Yoga, based in Casablanca. With a rich background in high-level executive roles across multinationals in Morocco, New York, Canada, and West Africa, Mounia transitioned from the corporate world to follow her passion for yoga. She possesses deep expertise in yoga philosophy, having studied extensively in Ind...

Send us Fan Mail Nikunja Vilasi Das is a dedicated practitioner and teacher in the field of Bhakti Yoga. Born in California, he was introduced to yoga at an early age, with his mother being a yoga teacher. He currently resides in Miami, Florida, where he serves at the Sacred Vedic Arts Bhakti Yoga center. Nikunja Vilasi Das is committed to spreading the teachings of Bhakti Yoga, integrating his di...

Send us Fan Mail Rane Bowen is a seasoned software and web developer with over 20 years of experience in the technology sector. Originally from New Zealand, Rane now resides in Melbourne, Australia, where he combines his passion for technology and yoga. He is the co-host of the Flow Artist Podcast alongside his wife, Jo Stewart, a yoga teacher and author. Rane is the creator of innovative platform...

Send us Fan Mail Jeremy Engels is a distinguished professor of communication and ethics at Penn State University, specializing in rhetoric. He is acclaimed for his exploration of the intersections between yoga, mindfulness, and community building. Jeremy is a prolific author whose works include " Living Namaste: A Practical Guide to Yoga, Mindfulness, and Building Community " and "O...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Rose Erin Vaughan is a prominent and multi-disciplined expert in the fields of acupuncture, yoga, and meridian therapy. With a robust background in Ashtanga and Dharma yoga, massage therapy, and acupuncture, Dr. Vaughan has masterfully integrated her deep knowledge of anatomy and energy channels into her practice and teachings. She is particularly renowned for her work in merg...

Send us Fan Mail Jo Stewart is an esteemed yoga teacher based in Melbourne, Australia, with over 20 years of experience in teaching yoga. Her journey began with art-infused Zen philosophy and later transitioned her artistry into a full-time vocation of yoga instruction. Jo specializes in Iyengar and aerial yoga, and she has recently authored a book titled " The Eight Limbs of Aerial Yoga Book...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Native Yoga Toddcast, licensed clinical social worker and somatic breathwork practitioner Maria de Los Angeles explores powerful body-based tools for nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and holistic wellness. Maria blends her clinical expertise in mental health with somatic breathwork and yoga practices that go beyond traditional talk therapy. Drawing...

Send us Fan Mail Jessica Rigal is a seasoned clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma care, particularly in hospitals. Raised amidst a milieu of activism and scientific inquiry in New York City during the 60s and 70s, Jessica was introduced to meditation early on, a practice that has become central to her professional and personal life. She studied pre-med and...

Send us Fan Mail Maria Margolies is a seasoned yoga teacher with over 25 years of experience. Based in New York, Maria has carved a niche for herself as an advocate for celebrating the natural human body and all its changes. She is known for her engaging and empowering workshops and retreats for women globally, emphasizing body positivity, connection with nature, and holistic well-being. With a ba...

Send us Fan Mail Molly Kranovich , owner of Lumi Studio Shoppe in Mount Prospect, Illinois, joins Todd McLaughlin for an honest and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to build a thriving yoga business. In this episode, Molly shares her journey from stay-at-home mom to successful studio owner. She created a unique multi-functional space that beautifully combines yoga classes, a retai...

Send us Fan Mail Join Todd McLaughlin for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Sky Swisa , founder of Ananda Sky Yoga and a truly global yoga teacher. With a rich multicultural background spanning Russia, Israel, China, and the USA, Sky brings a unique perspective to holistic health and wellness. From working in the diamonds industry in Shanghai to becoming fluent in Mandarin, Hebrew, Russi...

Send us Fan Mail Zarah Kravitz is an esteemed Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher currently residing in Southern California. Originally from New Jersey, Zarah moved to New Mexico at a young age and grew up in Santa Fe and Albuquerque before settling in San Diego.  She possesses a deep-rooted passion for Ayurveda and yoga, having studied extensively with renowned experts, including Dr. Vasant L...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Kashi , a longtime yoga practitioner and former monk, to explore the deeper layers of yoga philosophy and what it really means to live the practice. From his early days in Israel to years spent studying in India, Kashi shares a powerful journey shaped by discipline, self-inquiry, and a commitment to understanding the roots of yoga. We dive into how...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Yoshio Hama shares why discipline—not motivation—is the key to a lasting yoga practice. If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent, felt too busy to practice, or found your motivation fading, this conversation offers a grounded and honest perspective on what it really takes to keep showing up. Todd McLaughlin and Yoshio dive into the deeper meaning of tapas (inne...

Send us Fan Mail Vipassana, meditation, and how silence shapes creativity, filmmaking, and purpose. What happens after a 10-day silent retreat—and how it can change the way you see your mind, your work, and your life. Jeremy Frindel on Vipassana, meditation, filmmaking & The Doctor from India In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Jeremy Frindel to explore how a 10-day Vipassana silent re...

Send us Fan Mail Delia Leung is an accomplished yoga instructor based in Hong Kong, who owns a boutique yoga studio and teaches Dharma yoga both at her studio and corporate environments like Google. She has a diverse academic background with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a law degree, and a Master's in Buddhist Studies. Her journey includes significant professional experience in fin...

Send us Fan Mail Kyung Pak is a dedicated yoga instructor based in San Diego, having embarked on a remarkable journey from her roots in South Korea. Her life story is a testament to resilience and transformation, characterized by her experiences as an immigrant, a single mother of a special needs child, and a journey from a paralegal to a licensed lawyer.  Discovering yoga as a means of spiritual...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Native Yoga Toddcast , Todd sits down with Polly Green , a professional empath, psychic, and medium , to explore intuition, empath abilities, psychic awareness, and spiritual growth . Polly’s journey is both inspiring and unique. From growing up as a highly sensitive child in a challenging household to adventuring as a whitewater kayaker , Polly’s early expe...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Wagner is a seasoned yoga instructor, specializing in Dharma Yoga since 2009. Originally from Germany, Michael's journey into yoga began with a career in modeling and acting in New York City, where he encountered method acting and subsequently sought balance through yoga. Michael's teachings are shaped by his significant experiences, including training under reno...

Send us Fan Mail Nathan Thompson is a devoted practitioner of Ashtanga yoga and Buddhism with a unique journey from addiction recovery to spiritual exploration. Originally from London, Nathan has immersed himself in the cultural and spiritual landscapes of Southeast Asia, residing in Laos while frequently engaging with the communities in Thailand and Cambodia. He hosts the podcast "Escaping S...

Send us Fan Mail Anne Marie Gordon is a veteran yoga teacher and pioneering studio owner with over two decades devoted to spirituality and 15+ years immersed in yoga practice. Originally from New York, her path blends traditional yoga, Tai Chi, and the intensity of hot yoga into a deeply transformative approach. Now based in Sheffield, she founded and leads Soul Fire Studios — the city’s first hot...

Send us Fan Mail Richard Brook is a distinguished wellness expert specializing in holistic health practices, including acupuncture and yoga. He manages and operates Moinhos Velhos, a renowned retreat center in Portugal. With a rich background in running yoga and acupuncture businesses in London, Richard relocated to Portugal in pursuit of a lifestyle that aligns with his holistic visions. His expe...

Send us Fan Mail Gerald Saluti is a former criminal defense lawyer turned marketing consultant, skilled in resilience, motivational speaking, and breathwork coaching. With over 20 years of legal experience, Gerald pivoted after a significant health crisis, channeling his journey into writing, public speaking, and teaching. A dedicated family man, Gerald is 23 years sober and uses his life experien...

Send us Fan Mail Sam Manchulenko is a seasoned yoga instructor and spiritual guide based out of Winnipeg, Canada. She is renowned for her expertise in facilitating yoga teacher trainings and workshops that integrate yoga philosophy with practical spiritual tools. Trained under prominent spiritual figures such as Dharma Mittra, Byron Katie, and Eckhart Tolle, Sam offers unique insights into yoga an...

Send us Fan Mail Sathu Jois is a dedicated Ashtanga yoga teacher rooted in a rich lineage as the granddaughter of Pattabhi Jois and daughter of Manju Jois. Immersed in yoga from birth, she deepened her practice during the COVID-19 pandemic while studying with her father. A former dance major, Sathu blends discipline and joy in her teaching and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Yoga Therap...