Yogaland Podcast
A down-to-earth podcast exploring yoga technique, philosophy, and practical tools for balanced living. Features conversations with experts and solo episodes on evidence-based approaches to movement and mindfulness.
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Sep 17, 2026 · 47 minYoga(ish): Life Updates, Big Changes, and What This Summer Taught Us The summer went quickly; we thought we'd reconvene and catch you up on our latest in life and yoga. As a reminder! Yoga-ish conversations are where we share life stuff, aJul 29, 2026 · 33 minYoga Philosophy Explained — The 6 Core Teachings That Unite Every TraditionJason identifies six philosophical teachings that show up across yoga traditions, from Hatha to Bhakti, using scholarship and Sanskrit etymology to build a real frameworkJul 23, 2026 · 22 minYour Twists Are Missing ThisMost yoga twists rotate the spine passively using the arms and legs as levers. Jason teaches active spinal rotation with resistance bands to engage the deep stabilizers.Jul 11, 2026 · 44 minDoes Yoga Build Strength? The Science Behind What Yoga Actually DoesJason looks at what yoga can and can't do for strength. It builds neuromuscular efficiency but doesn't produce hypertrophy or recruit Type 2 fibers, so resistance traininJul 1, 2026 · 21 min3 Breathwork and Pranayama Techniques for Yoga Teachers Who Keep Putting It OffThree practical pranayama techniques, coherence breathing, breath-linked movement and extended-exhale breathing, with guidance on where each fits in a class.Jun 9, 2026 · 15 minBoat Pose Is Not an Ab ExerciseFull Boat Pose mainly works the hip flexors, not the abdominals. Jason explains why Low Boat Pose is the underused core exercise in yoga.Jun 2, 2026 · 18 minThe Real Reason Your Hamstrings Are Still Tight — A Mobility Breakdown for Teachers & StudentsHamstring tightness is almost always multifactorial. Jason walks through six strategies beyond passive stretching: foam rolling, glute strengthening, hip flexor work, addMay 20, 2026 · 1h 2mYoga Teachings That Have Endured — 10 Years and 8 Million Downloads LaterWow wow wow -- it's been 10 years since the launch of Yogaland! It feels like it's been a heartbeat and also a lifetime. There's been so much learning, growth, and love wMay 9, 2026 · 1h 46mInstability and Love: A Conversation About Family, Addiction, and RecoveryThis week's podcast is such a special one because it focuses on our family. Jason sits down with his brother, Todd, to talk about growing up together, the chaos of addictApr 21, 2026 · 28 minWhat Science Actually Says About Getting More Flexible — No Cherry Picking As yogis, we’re certainly aware of the many benefits of stretching — but are you aware of what the research actually says about how to stretch effectively? Or how to evalApr 15, 2026 · 44 minYoga(ish): Moon Joy, the Overview Effect, and Why Astronauts Sound Like MeditatorsWhat happens when two yoga teachers fall down a NASA rabbit hole and can't stop thinking about non-duality, The Overview Effect, and Grandmother Moon? This episode of YogApr 13, 2026 · 16 minWhy Community Matters for Yoga TeachersIf you've ever felt lonely as a yoga teacher — you're not alone. And that's exactly what this week's podcast is about. Teaching yoga is one of the most isolating jobs mosApr 13, 2026 · 35 minThe Four Factors That Actually Control Your FlexiblityYou've been told to stretch more. You've tried the releases, the routines, the one weird trick. And you're still not as flexible as you want to be. Here's why: flexibilitMar 25, 2026 · 19 minWhy Flexibility & Mobility MatterThe yoga world has done important work questioning its obsession with extreme range of motion — and rightly so. But the pendulum has swung too far. Flexibility and mobiliMar 17, 2026 · 19 minWhy Yoga Philosophy MattersYoga philosophy gives context to the physical practices many of us experience first — postures, breathwork, and meditation. It connects modern yoga to its historical rootMar 10, 2026 · 38 min5 Sequencing Myths That Keep Yoga Teachers StuckMost yoga teachers are taught that sequencing should be creative, complex, and always different. But these common beliefs often making teaching harder -- and keep both teMar 3, 2026 · 11 minWhy Strength MattersThis is our second in a series of solocasts (you might remember that Andrea did one recently, Why Mindfulness is Still Important). In this week's episode, I explain why sFeb 25, 2026 · 43 minWhy The Old Model of Yoga Sequencing Doesn’t Work AnymoreOn this week's podcast, Jason outlines why the old models of yoga sequencing are no longer effective in today's landscape. To name a few: More people cross-train. Fewer sFeb 19, 2026 · 34 minThe Most Important Skill Missing from Yoga Teacher TrainingsMost yoga teacher trainings prepare you to teach one class at a time. They don’t teach you how to build real student progress. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 4:04 The hiddenFeb 12, 2026 · 47 minPower, Boundaries & Red Flags in Yoga: A Needed ConversationIn this Yogaland episode, Jason Crandell and I talk candidly about power dynamics in yoga, the potential for abuse of authority, and how students and teachers can protectFeb 3, 2026 · 34 minWhy Mindfulness Still Matters: Holding Space in Uncertain TimesIn this solo episode, Andrea explores why mindfulness remains a vital practice—especially during times of collective stress, uncertainty, and moral overwhelm. Drawing froJan 14, 2026 · 41 minHow to Demonstrate Yoga Poses Effectively (In-Person & Online)Most yoga teachers undervalue how powerful good demonstrations really are. In this episode, we break down how, when, and why to demonstrate yoga poses so students actuallJan 7, 2026 · 27 min6 Anchors Every Yoga Teacher Needs for the Year AheadThe start of a new year can feel exciting and overwhelming for yoga teachers. New students, new expectations, new pressure. In this episode of Yogaland, Jason shares six Dec 23, 2025 · 38 minYoga(ish): Holiday rituals, neurodivergent needs & letting people have their feelingsThe holidays can be joyful… and also a lot—especially if you’re introverted, neurodivergent, parenting a neurodivergent kid, or trying to manage family expectations withoDec 17, 2025 · 41 minUnexpected Lessons From Yoga in 2025As the year winds down, we’re reflecting on the real gifts yoga has given us—beyond poses and flexibility. In this conversation, we talk about pranayama and nervous-syste
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