Yogaland Podcast
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Yogaland Podcast
This down-to-earth podcast by Andrea Ferretti (former executive editor of Yoga Journal) will keep informed and inspired to practice yoga. Topics run the gamut from nitty gritty technique (her yoga teacher husband Jason Crandell often joins to help with this) to down-to-earth conversations about how...
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Yoga(ish): A New Approach to Teaching, Embracing Our Shadow, and a Chihuahua Meetup
If you’ve ever wondered how to balance structure and freedom in your teaching and how to help students problem-solve rather than memorize, Jason share...
Meditation: A Soft Place to Land
This meditation is an invitation to find softness within you regardless of the chaos around you.
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Yoga in the 90s: The Wild, Weird & Wonderful Early Days
If you practiced yoga in the 90s, you know… it was different.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro & why we’re talking about 90s yoga
04:03 Andre...
The Yoga Lessons That Changed Our Lives
Some lessons change you forever — and yoga has given us more than we can count.
After 30 years of practice, these are the teachings we still lea...
30 Years of Yoga The Poses, Myths & Cues We’ve Let Go
After 30 years of yoga, we’ve discovered which poses, myths, and cues actually hold you back.
Here’s what to let go — and what to focus on inste...
How to Thrive in Your First Five Years of Teaching Yoga
Teaching yoga isn’t about impressing your students—it’s about supporting them. On this episode, Jason shares 5 things to keep in mind if you're a yoga...
From Opera to Om: Matthew Shaw on Mental Health, Reinvention, and the Power of Retreats
This week my guest is Philadelphia-based yoga teacher, Matthew Shaw. Matthew joined the Jason Crandell Yoga Method team as our Lead Teacher Training M...
How Josh Blatter blends yoga, mindfulness, and service—from the studio to the UN
This week, I’m joined by yoga teacher and global mindfulness facilitator Josh Blatter. We talk about his teaching journey—from the yoga studio to his...
5 Common Yoga Cues—Refined, Clearer, More Effective Ways to Communicate
On this episode, we dive deep into 5 of the most common yoga cues—offering clearer, more effective alternatives that enhance both understanding and pr...
9 Ways to Sharpen Your Verbal Cues in Yoga Class
In this episode, Jason dives deep into one of the most overlooked — and often overwhelming — skills in yoga teaching: verbal communication. Whether yo...
Stillness or Stimulation: The Radical Differences Between Hatha Yoga & Patanjali's Breathwork
What if everything you’ve learned about pranayama tells only half the story?
In this episode, Jason Crandell breaks down the two radically diffe...
Yoga(ish): Neurodivergence, Parenting & Real Talk
We're happy to be back with Yoga(ish)! On this episode, we reflect on Autism Acceptance Month. We talk about internalized ableism, ADHD, the power of...
Yoga Philosophy for Teachers: 5 Powerful Lessons to Stay Inspired & Avoid Burnout
Feeling stuck, uninspired, or overwhelmed in your teaching journey?
In this episode, Jason shares 5 timeless lessons from yoga philosophy that s...
How to Find Your Teaching Voice and Keep it for the Long Haul
On this episode, Jason shares how to find your voice as a yoga teacher, how it evolves through different life phases, and how to sustain it over the l...
The Confident Yoga Teacher: 5 Skills You Didn’t Learn in Your 200-Hour to Transform Your Teaching
On this episode, Jason addresses a common question he gets from yoga teachers: When will I start to feel more sure of myself, more confident in my tea...
Pranayama Series #3: Evening Breathwork for Relaxation & Sleep with Jason Crandell
In this episode, Jason guides you through 3 simple yet powerful pranayama techniques to help you unwind, relax, and get better night's sleep. These br...
Pranayama Series #2: 5 Mistakes Yoga Teachers Make When Teaching Pranayama
Teaching pranayama and breathwork can feel overwhelming—even for experienced yoga teachers. In this episode, Jason breaks down the five most common mi...
Pranayama Series #1: Why Breathwork Matters in Yoga Classes
This is episode 1 of a four-part series on Pranayama: On this episode, we explore why breathwork matters so much for yoga teachers and how to effectiv...
How to Plan a Month-Long Yoga Series: Teaching Beyond Individual Classes
Looking for fresh ideas to keep your classes engaging and effective? In this episode of Yogaland, we’ll show you how to plan a month-long yoga series...
Yoga for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dr. Kyla Pearce
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. Whether mild (commonly called a concussion) or severe, TBI can crea...
Why Yoga Teachers Should Think Like Educators: The Keys to Making Your Teaching Stick
Have you ever felt like your students aren’t fully absorbing what you’re teaching? Want to make your cues, sequences, and insights truly stick? On th...
Yoga(ish): Adult Braces, New Hobbies & A Horse Named Namaste
Jason’s getting Invisalign. Andrea’s diving into writing. Our daughter just got a new horse named… Namaste. Yep. It’s a lot. 🤣
In this episode...
Active Peace Yoga: In Conversation with Reggie Hubbard
Reggie Hubbard, founder of Active Peace Yoga, has stories to share: He has spent the past year building his online meditation, sound healing, and resi...
Yoga(ish): Project Overwhelm, Morning Pages, & NBA Serendipity
This week, Jason shares his ambitious new project of documenting a 200-hour yoga teacher training, Andrea has a surprise run-in with one of her favori...
Yoga(ish): Navigating Normal Amidst Chaos, Reclaiming Joy & a Thank You to LGBTQIA Artists
Is it just us or has it been an intense year already? We're here to help -- or at least we've got some ideas. On this episode: Jason shares a social m...
Jason answers: 'Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice?'
This week's solocast from Jason addresses a frequently asked question from yoga teachers: "Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice?" The a...
Yoga(ish) Mailbag: Favorite Family Moments, Good Reads, Fantasy Sporting Event
Our last episode of the year features answers to your burning questions. We talk about our favorite family moment of the year, our favorite books, Ins...
Holiday Mailbag: Glute Guidance, Pose Prep & Embracing a Teaching Rut
This week, we answer your burning questions! We discuss the benefits of long vs. short yoga practices, strengthening the piriformis, structuring cohes...
Yoga(ish): The Perils of Perfectionism, Dog Stroller Adventures & Taylor Swift Revelations
On this week's episode: Jason shares his intense week of tech challenges and how it triggers his ADHD. Andrea recounts a heartfelt compliment she rece...
Calm in the Midst of Chaos: A Guided Meditation for The Holiday Season
This week: A short but effective meditation to help you find your place of natural, easy calm in the midst of busy, modern life.
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Yoga(ish): Finding Pockets of Joy This Holiday Season
On our third episode of Yoga-ish, we share both joyful and not-so-joyful stories of past Christmases and we offer ideas for navigating the holidays if...
Unsung Heroes: Part-Time Yoga Teachers and Their Stories
This episode is a heartfelt celebration of part-time yoga teachers!
Too often, we hear part-time teachers being self-deprecating and implying th...
Yoga(ish): 10 Year Cancerversary, Macy's Day Parade Coping Skills, Best & Worst Christmas Romcoms
This week we talk about our trip to San Francisco, including flash flood warnings, Andrea's 10-year cancer check-up, and why it still feels like home....
Introducing Yoga(ish): Unexpected Wisdom from Mike Tyson, Bedtime Routines & What We're Binge-Watching
We're introducing another weekly episode into your feed -- it's a less scripted, more casual conversation we're calling Yoga-ish. Just like it sounds,...
How to foster real connection in an online yoga teacher training
Curious about online yoga teacher training? Our latest podcast explores how Jason crafted a seamless and interactive 200-hour program that brings the...
Reflections on Politics and Teaching Yoga in Turbulent Times with Jason Crandell
The morning after the US Presidential election last week, Jason woke up and had to teach his 300-hour teacher training students. As soon as he finishe...
Embracing Vulnerability & Building Resilience as a Yoga Teacher
On last week's episode, we talked about the importance of "putting yourself out there" as a yoga teacher. But most of us genuinely struggle to do this...
How to Build Your Yoga Business From Scratch
Here's the good news: There are many different ways to build a sustainable career as a yoga teacher. The not so good news? There are so many different...
Everything you ever wanted to know about 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (but were afraid to ask)
If you're considering doing a 200-hour yoga teacher training, this episode is a must-listen. Jason answers the most common questions to consider so th...
5 Ways to Reduce Yoga Sequencing Overwhelm & Restore Confidence
Feeling overwhelmed with sequencing is one of the biggest challenges that most teachers face. Even worse, it leads to burnout and lack of confidence. ...