Red Beard Embodiment Podcast

What does it feel like when your body starts moving before your mind has any idea why? For Mike Maher, the answer came in the basement of a hotel in Poland — lights off, a room full of strangers, thirty rhythmic breaths — and then tears, trembling, and a release he couldn't explain. That single session with Wim Hof lit a fire that eventually became the Take a Deep Breath YouTube channel, one...

Mary Gitau, a psychologist and suicide prevention specialist based in Nairobi, shares how she's bringing TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) to communities across Kenya, Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan affected by conflict and war. She discusses her personal healing breakthrough with TRE and how body-based approaches can reach populations where traditional talk therapy cannot—particu...

In this enlightening episode, host Alex Greene sits down with Dr. Keith Motes, founder of Shaking Medicine and a PhD in quantum physics, to explore the fascinating intersection of science, spirituality, and therapeutic tremoring. Broadcasting from Thailand, Dr. Motes shares his remarkable journey from quantum computing researcher in Australia to becoming a pioneer in teaching neurogenic tremoring....

In this episode, host Alex Greene sits down with Lindsay Wolff, a certified health coach and mentor with the Primal Trust Program. Lindsay shares her powerful journey from experiencing debilitating chronic illness—including chronic fatigue, Lyme disease, and severe pain—to discovering the transformative power of nervous system regulation and somatic practices. After spending nearly a decade naviga...

What happens when a trauma survivor discovers TRE and becomes the practitioner she needed? Alex Greene speaks with Svava Brooks, a TRE practitioner in Reykjavik, Iceland, who has mastered integrating neurogenic tremoring with mindful self-compassion and polyvagal theory. Svava didn't set out to become a provider—she entered the training for her own healing. But what she discovered transformed...

Alex Greene welcomes back Liza Kimble for an exciting follow-up conversation about her groundbreaking experience at the Fascia Congress in New Orleans. Fresh from her travels, Liza shares how she introduced TRE and neurogenic tremoring to the international fascia research community, where over 100 attendees experienced tremoring for the first time. The congress brought together leading voices in n...

Alex Greene speaks with Bonnie Pariser, a TRE provider and yoga therapist who runs Yoga Loca studio in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Bonnie shares how she transformed her yoga therapy practice by integrating TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises) with traditional yoga approaches. Her unique journey from fashion design to embodiment work led her to discover that tremoring can dramatically improve o...

Join Alex as he sits down with longtime colleague Anders Totten, a structural integration bodywork therapist specializing in Tom Myers' Anatomy Trains approach. Anders shares his journey from massage school in Madison, Wisconsin to becoming a deep student of fascial work and structural integration. This conversation explores the fascinating world of fascia, from Ida Rolf's pioneering wor...

Alex Greene talks with Liza Kimble, a body therapist from South Africa who combines TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) with gentle touch work. Liza has worked with bodies for 32 years and discovered that lighter touch often works better than deep, painful massage. She works with both people and horses, teaching them how to release tension through natural tremoring. Liza shares how she we...

What if the secret to deep healing wasn't found in a technique---but in the quality of presence you bring to another human being? In this episode, Alex reconnects with Simba Stenqvist, TRE® trainer and somatic innovator based in Thailand, to explore his groundbreaking modality called Internal Alchemy---a fusion of neurogenic tremoring, fascial work, breathwork, and energetic practices. Simba...

This week, Alex sits down with Daniel Seifert, a journalist whose work has appeared in the BBC, New York Times, and National Geographic. Daniel shares how he stumbled upon neurogenic tremoring through YouTube videos while looking for ways to manage deadline stress. What started as curious exploration quickly became a regular practice that helped him sleep better, release jaw tension, and feel more...

In this episode, Alex talks with Charna Cassell, a Trauma-Trained Psychotherapist and Sexuality Coach  from Oakland who combines somatic coaching, bodywork, and energy medicine in her practice. Charna explains why talk therapy often fails to create change in trauma recovery, and how physical practices can transform the nervous system in ways cognitive understanding cannot. Charna shares her journe...

In this episode of the Red Beard Embodiment podcast, host Alex welcomes Simona Irwin and Layah Jane Singer-Wilson for a genuine conversation about Five Rhythms dance as a pathway to befriending fear and healing trauma. The guests share their personal stories – Simona recounting her first Five Rhythms experience that brought unexpected tears after years of emotional blockage during her health strug...

What if your client’s tremor, stretch, or undulation wasn’t a symptom—but a sign of healing? In this episode, Alex sits down with physical therapist, somatic educator and TRE Provider, Joel Begin to explore the natural, spontaneous movements that often arise in bodywork, movement therapy, and somatic healing—but are still largely misunderstood. Joel shares the story behind his 2022 paper, “Charact...

What happens when your body calls for change—and you actually listen? In this powerful episode, Alex sits down with Matthew Cooke, founder of Body-Based Breakthrough (B3) , to explore how burnout led him away from the tech hustle and into the healing world of somatic coaching. With roots in high-performance culture and a life-changing crash into chronic stress, Matthew shares how he pieced togethe...

In this episode of the Red Beard Embodiment Podcast, Alex sits down with Ruth Milsten, a licensed clinical social worker, yoga teacher, and trauma specialist, to explore the transformative power of safe, regulating touch and holistic healing. Ruth shares her journey from traditional social work to integrating yoga, sound healing, and somatic practices into her therapy. She delves into the unique c...

In this episode, Alex welcomes Siv, a chiropractor and TRE (Tension and Trauma Release Exercises)provider with over 15 years of experience integrating neurogenic tremoring into her practice. Siv shares her journey of discovering TRE, its deep impact on her patients, and how she combines this natural healing technique with chiropractic care to address deep-seated trauma and stress. Together, Alex a...

In this episode, Alex sits down with Simba Stenqvist, a TRE provider and trainer originally from Sweden, now based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Simba runs a retreat and healing center called Living with the Spirit, which he co-founded with his wife. With a background in martial arts and a passion for embodiment and holistic healing practices, Simba shares his journey into TRE (Tension and Trauma Relea...

What happens when a sound engineer dives deep into the human nervous system? In this episode of Red Beard Embodiment podcast, host Alex Greene sits down with Sam Curtis, a seasoned sound engineer who has worked with music legends like Michael Jackson and David Bowie. Sam shares his unexpected journey from the world of music to becoming a passionate advocate for nervous system health and trauma hea...

In this episode host Alex Greene sits down with Petter Larsson, a former Swedish national security and intelligence officer turned risk management consultant, leadership coach, and TRE Provider. Petter shares his personal journey of burnout and recovery, and how he came to understand that stress management is risk management. Petter's story is a powerful reminder that even the most resilient...

Have you ever wondered how your nervous system works and how it impacts your daily life? Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating world of the polyvagal theory with Liz Arch, a somatic coach specializing in nervous system regulation. Liz shares her personal journey of healing from trauma and panic disorder, discovering the power of understanding the nervous system through the polyv...

What if your greatest strength could also be your greatest weakness? In this episode, Alex talks with Andrew Ragan, founder of Soul Centered Strength, about his journey from physical strength to emotional and spiritual healing. Andrew shares his moving story about the birth of his son, which led him to discover deep, buried emotions that he had hidden with too much strength training. This episode...

In this episode, Alex Greene is joined by Dr. Amanda Blake, author of 'Your Body Is Your Brain' and a master in the field of somatic leadership coaching. Together, they take a deep look into the intersection of neurobiology, experiential learning, and leadership, unpacking how self-awareness and embodiment can be critical tools for personal transformation and effective leadership.  Dr. B...

What happens when your career conflicts with your deepest values? In this episode, Jacob Strong shares how leaving his job as a civil engineer led him to a new life filled with purpose and connection. His journey shows how movement and somatic practices can help us understand ourselves and our place in the world. Jacob Strong, now a somatic coach and men's work facilitator, started his career...

Imagine transforming your everyday movement into a joyful, mindful practice that nurtures both body and soul. In this episode, Alex Greene sits down with Reneé Tillotson, the inspiring founder of Still and Moving Center in Honolulu. Reneé shares her fascinating story of how she turned a personal passion for movement into a thriving community, offering insights on self-coaching and mindful living....