Lonely Guru Dialogues With Ryan Spielman

My guest is Dr. James Mallinson. In addition to being a scholar of the first order making great contributions to the academic study of Yoga, James is an old school Hatha Yogi, getting down and dirty with the sannyasins and the tappasyins, gurus and saints of India, who are carrying on the traditions and practices […] The post LG19 – James Mallinson – Old School Hatha Yoga appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Bo Forbes joins me to offer a glimpse into her work as a Yoga teacher and Yoga therapist. She artfully weaves together her training as a clinical psychologist and therapist with her knowledge of Yoga and contemplative practice. Bo discusses her understanding of what it means to cultivate embodied awareness, integrating the mind and body. You can […] The post LG18 – Bo Forbes – Yoga Therapy appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest is Matthew Sweeney, a senior teacher in the Ashtanga Vinyasa Tradition. We discuss the Force as elucidated by master Yoda, gross, subtle and causal dimensions of practice, and when it is appropriate to fly in the face of tradition. You can find out more about Matthew at www.yogatemple.com Enjoy! The post LG17 – Matthew Sweeney – The Tradition and The Person appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Dave Oshana is a teacher of enlightenment. He has a practical and open approach to sharing, from his direct experience, the subtleties of how to live an enlightened life. On the podcast, Dave freely discusses the myths surrounding enlightenment. He both demystifies and exalts the perennial spiritual journey. Find out more about Dave at daveoshana.com The post LG16 – Dave Oshana – Hitting The Jackpot In Every Moment appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest is Godfrey Devereux, a practitioner and teacher of Yoga with 40 years of experience. It’s a lively discussion about the essence of yoga practice, self-inquiry. www.godfridev.com, www.windfireyoga.com The post LG15 – Godfrey Devereux – The Essence of Yoga is Inquiry appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Mark is a scholar of the Yoga tradition with a focus on the roots of modern Yoga practice. He has made an important contribution to our understanding of recent developments in Yoga’s history with his book Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice. We discuss the recent history of Hatha Yoga and posture practice in the west. […] The post LG14 – Dr. Mark Singleton – Origins of Modern Yoga appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Wayne Liquorman joins me to discuss Power and Powerlessness. He offers encouragement to look for yourself to discover the true source of who you are and what moves you to act in the world. Wayne has had a big influence on my life and I am grateful to get an opportunity to introduce him and […] The post LG13 – Wayne Liquorman – The Way of Powerlessness appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Clare Soloway has a lifetime of experience as a therapist, teacher, facilitator and guide. She shares her unique and inspiring approach to life – daring to step into unknown territories of self-exploration, relationships, and offering her rich life experience as support for others on the path. In our dialogue she discusses her own personal growth, authentic relationships, assisting others […] The post LG12 – Clare Soloway – A Life of Continuous Discovery appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

I am joined by Yoga historian and London based Yoga teacher, Graham Burns. Graham takes us through the major developments in the history of Yoga. Though we only touch briefly on each major turn in Yoga’s 3000 year history, Graham offers a comprehensive picture of this rich and wide ranging tradition. For more about Graham […] The post LG11 – Graham Burns – A Brief History of Yoga appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest is Ian Davidson. We discuss his relationship with his two gurus, one embodied and one he’s never met in person. Ian shares his experience of what it’s like to find yourself devoted to a spiritual teacher. He is co-director of Le Moulin de Chaves, a Buddhist meditation center in France. Check the links […] The post LG10 – Ian Davidson – The Notion and Emotion of Devotion appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

I hope you enjoy this conversation with Wendell Henckel. He is a hidden treasure, an unassuming man with vast knowledge and a deep and soft presence. It was truly a delight to talk with him, exploring consciousness, enlightenment and meditation. Though not well known, he is an incredible resource for anyone interested in meditation or enlightenment. I […] The post LG9 – Wendell Henckel – From the Individual to the Universal to the Absolute appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

I am joined by Rafael Ebner, a Yin Yoga teacher, a long time traveller on the path and also a close friend of mine. We talk about Yin Yoga, risking security in order to live your truth, the end of seeking and more. Rafi is a sweet soul, very tuned in to the moment, which […] The post LG8 – Rafael Ebner – Living Your Truth appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

I am joined by Carlos Pomeda, a Tantra scholar and practitioner with not only a tremendous wealth of knowledge of Yoga but a great depth of experience, as well. His joy for the practice passionately comes across in our dialogue. For more about Carlos go to www.pomeda.com The post LG7 – Carlos Pomeda – Awareness is the Heart of Tantra appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest on this episode is Simon Low, an eclectic teacher who weaves together body, energy, philosophy and his personal journey. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. You can find out more about Simon at www.simonlow.com The post LG6 – Simon Low – Yin and Yang Yoga appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest for this episode is June Blank. She has been teaching in the Integral Yoga lineage for over three decades. As you will hear, June is bursting with enthusiasm for Yoga. I consider myself fortunate that she was my first teacher. Its an honor to have her on the podcast. www.yogawithjune.com The post LG005 – June Blank – The Essence of Yoga appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Jonathan Sattin is Managing Director of Triyoga, a Yoga centre with four locations in London. In this episode we discuss life, meditation, his experiences at the ashram, his relationship with his teacher and what it’s like running a large Yoga centre. The post LG004 – Jonathan Sattin – Meditation, Ashrams, and the Yoga Business appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

David Keil is an Ashtanga practitioner who has traveled the world teaching his YogAnatomy Workshop to teachers and students. He is a direct student of Shri K. Pattabhi Jois. In this episode we discuss the wonder of the human body and David’s relationship with his teachers. For more information about David go to www.yoganatomy.com The post LG003 – Anatomy of a Yoganatomist appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

My guest for this episode is Michael Gannon. Michael teaches workshops, trainings and retreats around the world. In our dialogue we explore gurus — having them and being them — and other aspects of Yoga practice. For info about Michael go to www.michaelgannonyoga.com The post LG002 – Are you a Guru? appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.

Welcome to the Lonely Guru podcast. I am Ryan Spielman, aka Lonely Guru. In these dialogues I explore with my guests what an authentic Yoga and spirituality looks like and feels like in our 21st century culture. I hope to make you think deeply about who you are and how to live. Wishing you a rich […] The post LG001 – Introduction and Welcome appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga with Ryan Spielman.