Radio Somanaut by The Somatic School

In this episode host Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined by Sarah Howells and Mike Simon, both graduates of The Somatic School, for an honest, grounded conversation about what it actually looks like to build a coaching practice.   This conversation weaves lived experience, professional reflection, and somatic insight to ask: What becomes possible when we let go of one “right way” to succeed—and listen to...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, host, Whitney Dawn Pyles, is joined by Tessy Beckane, ADHD coach and counselor, and Lucy Carliell, a somatic coach in training who was diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood.    This conversation weaves personal experience, professional insight, and somatic wisdom to illuminate what becomes possible when we move out of performance and into permission. Tessy shares how...

In this episode, Whitney Dawn Pyles and longtime life coach Venniece Robbins explore what happens when we bring somatic awareness, trust, and curiosity into the world of group coaching — and into our everyday lives.   With more than twenty years of experience as a coach, Venniece shares her journey from traditional facilitation to Body-Oriented Coaching, and how The Somatic School’s training trans...

Recorded live at Planet Somatic on September 2, 2025, this Americas panel brings together graduates from The Somatic School from El Salvador/London, Brazil, and the U.S. to explore how Body-Oriented Coaching takes root in diverse cultural, professional, and community contexts.    Host Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined by three Americas-based Somanauts, Caro Gomez, Bryony Duncan, and Darin Harris, to re...

Recorded live at Planet Somatic on September 2, 2025, this conversation gathers three graduates of The Somatic School to reflect on what “Diverse Bodies, Diverse Practices” means in real life and real work. Host Whitney Dawn Pyles (Community Connector at The Somatic School and host of Radio Somanaut) is joined by: Sanela Lukanovic: Senior leadership coach supporting ambitious, values-driven leader...

In this tender and illuminating episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined by fellow Somatic School graduate Annique Sampson, PCC, certified Somatic Coach, Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, and former midwife.   Together, they explore: Her personal story about what happens when we stop trying to “fix” our anxiety and instead make space for it Her journey from mindset co...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles welcomes two very special guests from across the globe: Rachel Blackman, long-time trainer with The Somatic School based in the UK, and Nic Robertson, Somanaut and regional lead for the Australasian intake, joining from New Zealand.   Together, they explore what it really means to create a human-first coaching space — one rooted in presenc...

What happens when we stop optimizing for toxic productivity and start listening to our bodies?   In this episode of Radio Somanaut, Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined by Tamu Thomas—somatic specialist, leadership coach, and author of Women Who Work Too Much: Break Free from Toxic Productivity and Find Your Joy. Together, they explore the ripple effect of reclaiming humanity in a culture that prizes perf...

What happens when two powerful modalities meet in one practice? In this episode of Radio Somanaut, Whitney Dawn Pyles is in conversation with Steffi Young—Gestalt therapist, coach, and graduate of The Somatic School. Together, they explore how somatic coaching can complement and deepen a therapeutic approach. Steffi shares her experience of completing our training while simultaneously pursuing a m...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, Whitney Dawn Pyles sits down with Rosa Abili and Houston Poem to explore how somatic coaching can support, shape, and empower leaders, business owners, and entrepreneurs—as well as what it means to be an embodied leader. Rosa shares her journey to The Somatic School and how the training enhanced her coaching business and built upon her business background. As Hou...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles reunites with three fellow graduates from her cohort of The Somatic School's Body-Oriented Coaching course. After years apart, these four Somanauts come together to reflect on their shared journey, the impact of their training, and the unique ways they’ve integrated somatic principles into their lives and work.   The conversation weaves th...

In this episode, Whitney Dawn Pyles sits down with Jae Gibbs (Freedom Yard) and Pid'or Tampa (Coach Play, PTPlays) to explore the transformative potential of play in our lives and work (coaching, facilitation, space holding, etc.). The conversation begins with personal stories of discovery, as both guests share how their journeys led them to The Somatic School and why it became a pivotal step in t...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined Amy Bray and Leah Sian Davies for a profound conversation about working with grief in the realm of Body-Oriented Coaching. Together, they unpack how integrating somatics into their coaching practices has transformed the way they support one-on-one clients, lead group sessions, and sustain themselves in this work.   Key topics include:...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles welcomes Nathan Blair, founder of The Somatic School. What begins as a celebration of and deep dive into The Somatic School’s recent honor from the ICF (International Coaching Federation) quickly evolves into a deeper exploration of the recognition’s roots and a celebration of the contributions of Somanauts.   Nathan and Whitney dive into...

In this episode of Radio Somanaut, Whitney Dawn Pyles engages in a rich conversation with Poonam Dhuffer of YSM8, a somatic coach, artist, and texture archaeologist about the intersection of Body-Oriented coaching, creativity, food, ritual, Ancient Wisdom, art, and so much more. They explore Poonam’s journey to and through The Somatic School and identify threads resonance. They also cover topics l...

In this conversation, Whitney Dawn Pyles engages with Rebecca Norris and Camilla Wells of Trauma Informed Law, both somatic coaches with legal backgrounds, to explore the intersection of law, vicarious trauma, and somatic practices. For more information on The Somatic School, you can follow us on ⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠LinkedIn,⁠⁠ or ⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ or head to our website ⁠ ⁠thesomaticschool.com⁠⁠ . Foll...

Bunny Love-Shock discusses the importance of creating a life that is loved and lived fully. This conversation explores themes of following your bliss, working with archetypes, inviting prosperity in, and the power of embracing the unknown. 

In this episode, our guest, Tana J. Cohen discusses perfectionism, showing up with all your parts (even your inner critic), and the relationship between curiosity and courage. Tana shares her journey into somatic coaching and highlights the interplay between discomfort and growth, the necessity of checking in with oneself and clients, and the transformative power of somatic practices in healing tr...

In this episode our guest, Nicky Moran, shares about the importance of personal branding, storytelling, and harnessing our natural creativity. We explore how branding rooted in authenticity allows us to show up and connect with others on a deeper level, how she balances the somatic with the strategic, and how a Body-Oriented approach has shifted the way she shows up as a coach and works with her c...

In this episode, the guests discuss their talks for the Embodied Business Symposium, how somatics and a Body-Oriented approach has impacted them as individuals and entrepreneurs, and takeaways from their time with The Somatic School. They offer stories from their personal and professional lives and their take on how to run a successful business, with the body in mind.