The Storytellers Podcast: Elevating Your Life Through Inspiring, Unexpected Moments

In this episode I reunite with longtime student and teacher Cindy Brewer-Purser to reminisce about Yoga South and the wider Charlotte yoga scene. They explore studio life in the 2000s, the shift from hot/Bikram and Kundalini styles to gentler, community-focused classes, memorable teachers and workshops, and how those experiences shaped their personal and teaching journeys. Through laughter and can...

I'm here with my dear friend Dori Fusaro to recount the rise of Yoga South (formerly Yoga of Matthews), the studio takeover, and how a small yoga space grew into a tight-knit community. They reflect on memorable teachers, transformative classes, and the personal bonds formed through practice. The episode highlights studio life in Charlotte during the early 2000's - teacher trainings, eclectic clas...

I'm excited to sit  down with former student Allie to reminisce about Yoga South in Charlotte — a studio defined by 90-minute classes, chanting, community rituals, and teachers who prioritized connection and healing over fitness trends. We discuss how the studio’s slow, intentional approach shaped lifelong practices, the role of assists and music, and why fostering welcoming, non‑competitive space...

I get to interview a couple near and dear to my heart. It's not always sunshine and roses - and Matt & Angela teach us every day what it's like to be in the work and our human-ess.  I love this  heartfelt conversation about how two people found each other amid divorce, distance and personal transformation. We follow along with Angela and Matthew’s first meeting in New York, the challenges of l...

This one is soooo fun - I get to sit down with my LONG TIME friend Ellen to trace her journey from AOL days to co-founding a Row House franchise. We discuss moving back home, balancing family and full-time jobs, franchise training, and the delay and pivot caused by COVID. The episode highlights building community through boutique fitness, staff development, local impact, and perseverance as Ellen...

Part 2 of our conversation with Joel is live now! his personal journey from addiction and emotional lows through 12-step recovery into a life reshaped by yoga, meditation, and community. He discusses pivotal turning points—the emotional “bottom,” spiritual experiences, teacher training, and finding purpose—and how daily practices helped him reconnect with himself and serve others. Find Joel: www.f...

In today's conversation I sit with Sarah and recall a time that shaped us both - in many similar ways. Sarah and I have a  heartfelt conversation about building yoga studios, teaching, mentorship, and community—tracing the journey from early classes in Charlotte to growing studios in Charleston, and the role of storytelling, humility, and inclusion in their work. Sarah has always been a force and...

Marcia sits down with former student of Yoga South - Stephanie Welch   Stephanie Welch about her experiences at Yoga of Matthews (Yoga South). They recall the welcoming studio atmosphere, early morning classes, and how the practice offered community, grounding, and healing during life transitions. They discuss teacher training, the art of teaching, and the lasting impact of yoga as a way to get ba...

Dawn sits down with me to revisit her time at Yoga South. This conversation (and those to follow) are two longtime friends revisiting the warmth and community of Yoga South, sharing memories of beloved teachers, transformative workshops, and the rituals that healed them — from 108 sun salutations to quiet savasana. It's where she found her "yoga sisters" We reflect on how yoga culture has shifted,...

In this episode Dawn Thompson shares her powerful story of growing up with abandonment, battling addiction and weight struggles, experiencing painful relationships and an abortion, and ultimately finding healing through faith and personal development. She explains how those experiences led her to start the You Are Enough movement, the work she does to help women and children, and the ongoing pract...

In this heartfelt episode, Marcia takes us on a journey through her personal and professional evolution in the yoga community. From her first brave step into a yoga studio in Charlotte to the establishment of Yoga South, she explores the power of storytelling and the deep connections made along the way. Marcia candidly shares the challenges and joys of running a yoga studio, reflecting on the chan...

Welcome to a candid discussion on a topic that affects all women: menopause. If you're aged between 35 and 52, this is your safe space to learn, share, and embrace the changes in your body. Marcia shares personal insights and actionable advice on handling this journey confidently. Discover the importance of self-advocacy, finding the right healthcare support, and essential lifestyle changes like s...

Welcome back to Storytellers Let's Talk About It with your host, Marcia Hoffheins. In this heartfelt episode, Marsha sits down with Joel Gough, a remarkable individual whose journey of recovery and self-discovery offers profound insights into the human experience. Joel opens up about his early life, growing up in a strict religious environment, and the resulting internal conflicts he faced. As he...

In this episode of Storytellers Let's Talk About It podcast, host Marcia Hoffheins welcomes Emily, an inspiring entrepreneur and single mother. Emily shares her incredible journey of transformation, from struggling with life challenges to embracing self-love and authenticity. Discover how Emily navigated through the hardships of divorce, single motherhood, and the loss of her father, finding stren...

Welcome to another new episode of the new season, where we have a wonderful guest, Pam Campbell, a fitness and nutrition coach renowned for her unfiltered and authentic presence. In this episode, we dive deep into the topics of vulnerability and authenticity. Pam shares her transformative journey of embracing vulnerability, how it fostered personal growth, and the impact it had on her relationship...

**This episode discusses the sensitive topic of eating disorders. If you or someone you love are struggling please use resources available to you. Some are: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help/ https://mentalhealthhotline.org/eating-disorder-hotline/ In this emotionally charged episode, join us as we delve into the incredible journey of Lori March, a yogi and guiding light for many. L...

WE ARE BACK BACK BACK! Welcome to the new season of the Storytellers, aka Let's Talk About It podcast! In this episode, we kick off with Anna, the young and dynamic founder of Strong and Healthy, a health and wellness coaching business focused on empowering women. At just 22, Anna shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges in fitness and nutrition, debunking myths about age-related wisdo...

Part 2 of the pod with Renee Novello is back. We micro-dosed with her in the first episode of this series - and now we are exploring the ideas around self worth and how this new tool allowed her to be more present and in the moment with her work, her family and herself as she tapped into a deeper state of self-love, self-care and self-worth. Take a listen! Connect with Renee: www.reneenovello.com...

Mental Clarity and Well-Being Breakthroughs don't have a one size fits all solution. It shouldn't. That's the truth. Renee is no stranger to the pod. We spoke last spring about our journey's through mlm land, human design, lessons from our mats and so many other things.  Today she joins me in episode 1 of 3 to discuss her path to discovering micro-dosing and the freedom she has found in her daily...

Unable to conceive. No real resources to be found. Feeling alone. Feeling like your body is failing you and no one talking about it - You feel isolated and like well - something is terribly wrong with you. We had the super models to follow. There is a twisted mentality behind what it looks like to be a new mom - and yet, your broken.  Or so you think. Take a listen to episode 2 of this 3 part seri...

I didn't know what to label this one - but I think knowing the full story (as I know it from Casey) it really is her journey to, through and in motherhood. But not just motherhood - Motherhood with complexities. The real motherhood story that so many of us do not discuss with each other. In this episode, Casey will share with us her journey with miscarriage, exploring IVF, almost giving up, the mo...

In the final talk with Coleen we talk about transitions and being --- (wait for it) PRESENT. How we hold on, go fast and forget to be in the middle. Often times called the "messy middle" and I think we need to just remove the messy and talk about it being "present"and all we know. Well, here we go. Let's dig in one more time with the delightful Coleen as we share this crazy fun conversation on tra...

It's our second chat with Coleen in a series of 3.  We sit down to discuss the idea of somatic wisdom. We hear all the time how the body knows more than the brain. In fact, it seems like this far fetched concept until you start to really pay attention and listen. Our bodies are "walking libraries" designed to lead the way. We can look at it as stored trauma and we can look at it as stored wisdom....

Balck/White. Right/Wrong. Good/Bad. Happy/Sad. For years we are taught to distinguish between things and label it one way or another. AND what if we can hold space and allow for both sides to exist inside of our bodies and minds to allow for a full experience? Another great series of conversations coming at you with Coleen Clement to bring us into the somatic experiences that will allow us to be f...

Annnnnd we wrap it all up. Discipline. What's the end goal and what do we want for ourself? How do you get from point a to b. Behavior on how you spend money is an intentional daily practice - and it's a one that we so often dismiss and over look on the way to where we are going. Balancing living in the present - and working towards our futures is a tough subject that takes a lot of courage and te...