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Untitled Document Lance King Jesus Camp, the hit documentary in theaters across the United States right now is raising many eyebrows.  The film takes a look at the Evangelical Christian movement in general and the work of the Reverend Becky Fischer specifically.  Becky, who runs a summer camp for children, which states its goal: to teach, train, and equip children to do the work of ministry and release them in their giftings and callings.  While many see this film as controversial, Becky Fischer apparently likes the film and promotes it from her website.  Ted Haggard, a prominent Christian leader, who is also featured in the film, has a less than flattering opinion about it and has criticized it on his website. Lance King is a long-standing friend of mine and a Christian.  He loosely defines himself as an evangelical but has many concerns about the direction in which many conservative Christians are moving politically, socially and even spiritually.  I asked him if he would go see the documentary

Untitled Document Lance King Jesus Camp, the hit documentary in theaters across the United States right now is raising many eyebrows.  The film takes a look at the Evangelical Christian movement in general and the work of the Reverend Becky Fischer specifically.  Becky, who runs a summer camp for children, which states its goal: to teach, train, and equip children to do the work of ministry and release them in their giftings and callings.  While many see this film as controversial, Becky Fischer apparently likes the film and promotes it from her website.  Ted Haggard, a prominent Christian leader, who is also featured in the film, has a less than flattering opinion about it and has criticized it on his website. Lance King is a long-standing friend of mine and a Christian.  He loosely defines himself as an evangelical but has many concerns about the direction in which many conservative Christians are moving politically, socially and even spiritually.  I asked him if he would go see the documentary

Listen to Part One of Darren's interview on Queer Channel Radio, 960 The Quake in San Francisco. The subject of this interview is Darren's forthcoming book, Hearts & Minds: Talking to Christians about Homosexuality.

Listen to Part One of Darren's interview on Queer Channel Radio, 960 The Quake in San Francisco. The subject of this interview is Darren's forthcoming book, Hearts & Minds: Talking to Christians about Homosexuality.

Untitled Document Kimberly Wilson is the creative director of Tranquil Space Yoga in Washington, DC, the designer of TranquilliT Clothing, and the author of a new book for women (and some guys too), The Hip Tranquil Chick. Her playful style, wild creativity and contagious enthusiasm for yoga and mindful living have inspired people all over the world! In this podcast she tells us all about her new book. Buy Kimberly's Yoga CDs Resources Kimberly's Blog & Podcast TranquilliT Clothing Tranquil Space Yoga Tranquil Space Foundation Contact Kimberly Sync with your iPod <   

In this talk Darren explains the advanced yogic breathing technique known as Pranic Breathing.  This is a great intoduction to this advanced pranayama  practice.  This talk is a complement to Darren's article on Pranic Breathing.Schedule of Upcoming Pranic Breathing WorkshopsLearn more about Darren's Assistant, Ryan Brewer.Sync with your iPod

GuruGanesha was raised in a show business family and went on to become a rock musician playing in the band Cat's Cradle which opened for such superstars as the Allman Brothers and Sha Na Na.At the age of 22 he began his spiritual path in the Sikh religion and found his spiritual guide Yogi Bhajan of the Kundalini yoga tradition.  Since then his music has taken a much more devotional direction, offering his own unique musical style to traditional Indian chants.  In many ways his soothing voice and acoustic guitar are reminiscent of James Taylor.In addition to his own music, he has founded the Spirit Voyage Label, which produces devotional music from a number of popular artists in the yoga community.Buy GuruGanesh's CDsGrateful GaneshPure GaneshDuring this podcast the following resources were discussed.Yogi TeasPeace Cereal Contact GuruGaneshaSync with  Your iPod

Aaron Star is like many other yoga teachers around the world with one big exception.  His yoga classes are taught in the nude.  His teaching began in New York, but his unique and controversial approach to yoga had landed him international recognition.  He travels extensively to major cities around the world and has a whole line of DVDs for men.  Download a flyer for Aaron's San Francisco WorkshopResources on the WebHot Nude YogaChelsea YogaPurchase Aaron's DVDsDarren's Naked Yoga for Men Classes Contact AaronSync with your iPod

Darren's interview on Queer Channel Radio, 960 The Quake in San Francisco.  You can listen to Darren's segment only here, or download the entire show which includes Carol Queen and David Ortman as well as several HIV activists.Sync with your iPod

This talk is based on Darren's first book, Spiritual Journeys along the Yellow Brick Road. In this discussion, the idea that we can choose our adult tribe or emerald city is explored, and the tool for doing this is forgiveness of our childhood tribe which is symbolized in the munchkin village.Sync with Your iPod

Jason and deMarco's music, a rich blend of two beautiful voices,  has been compared to NSYNC and Savage Garden, and the deeply spiritual lyrics to their music have touched people all over the world.  What is interesting about these uniquely talented young men is both are very spiritual, and both are openly gay.  Through their music, they have been able to heal the rift between their spirituality and their sexuality and in doing so have helped many others to do the same.They have worked with such superstars as Dolly Parton, The Dixie Chicks, Melissa Etheridge and Cindy Lauper to contribute music to the Human Rights Campaign's  benefit album, Love Rocks which celebrates marriage equality.  Their growing popularity and their work in the GLBT civil rights movement has landed them on the cover of the Advocate, one of the premiere magazines covering gay, lesbian and transgender issue in the United States.  Currently they are on tour promoting their new CD, Till the End of Time.Show Notes:Take Action!Check out their

In this talk, Darren explores the rich spirituality given to the world by India and discusses how these various traditions are related to yoga and how they differ from the practice.  In addition, Darren looks at the guru-disciple relationship that  is very common in India and how that relationship, when entered into responsibly, can be a useful tool for many who call yoga their spiritual path.Sync this talk with your iPod

Ian Rhett is a musician whose music has inspired thousands around the world.  The lyrics to his songs are deeply emotional, very political and profoundly spiritual.  Inspired by the events of September 11 and the wars that have followed, his song 'Un-American' landed him national recognition.  He has performed at the Democratic National Convention and at events for John Kerry's presidential campaign.The video for his single, 'Un-American' has circulated around the Internet widely and has touched many with its very moving and sometimes-shocking images.Download Ian's music here.Download Ian's videos here.Visit Ian's Generate Kindness Site for a free bumper sticker.Dontate to the Children's Shelters that Ian mentioned. Email IanSync with your iPod

Sean Johnson is the founder and director of Wild Lotus Yoga Center in New Orleans where, according to the New Orleans Gambit Weekly, you can take the best yoga classes in the city.  In addition to teaching yoga, he also leads Kirtan (devotional Indian chanting) and has three CDs available.  He travels extensively with his music and yoga.Living in New Orleans through Katrina and seeing his childhood home destroyed by the storm has fueled his passion for rebuilding his city.  Much of the work he does now is dedicated to raising both awareness and money for a city that is still very much broken.Sean's MusicWorld Peace ChantsLive at Laughing LotusDownload live recordings of Sean's yoga classesKarma YogaDuring the interview, Sean suggested offering donations to Habitat for Humanity.  He also asked us all to contact our congress people in Washington, DC and remind them about the need to rebuild the Gulf Coast.  He also mentioned a great yoga studio in New York called Laughing Lotus, if you are in NY, be sure to che

I recently did an interview with Laura Cestone, the host of the talk show and podcast Yoga Peeps.    You can download the interview  or sync it directly with your iPod.

If you turn on the evening news or think back to the attacks of 9/11, your impressions of Islam and the Muslims who practice it are probably a bit slanted.  It is often-times difficult for us to understand the true nature of Islam when our only exposure to it is the radical Islamic fundamentalism espoused by Osama bin Laden.    In this podcast, I am speaking with Sameena Usman about Islam in an effort to better understand the fastest growing religion in the world today.  Sameena was born and raised in San Diego, CA, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Political Science, minors in Middle Eastern Studies and Communication from San Jose State University.  She is currently the Public Relations Coordinator for the Northern California chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). Sync This Podcast With Your iPod Email Sameena Show Notes Understanding Islam by Thomas W. LippmanAmerican Public Opinion Poll (PDF)Hate Crime StatsFatwa Against Terrorism (PDF)Condemnation Against TerrorExplore the

Jen Zias had struggled with her weight since she was a child.  After trying just about every diet she could find without lasting success, she found yoga and through this practice has been able to manage her weight in a safe and effective way.  Now a yoga teacher herself, she has developed a class for larger folks called, Yoga At Large.  In this podcast, Jen and I discuss the benefits of yoga for people who are overweight.  Be sure to visit Jen's Website and email her with your questions and comments.  Also check out Jen's amazing new CD, Take Me With YouShow NotesA Gentle Way YogaBig YogaYoga At Large (Seattle)Big Ass Yoga Sync this Podcast with your iPod

In this talk Darren explains the Bhagavad Gita, a book at the very heart of yoga philosophy to students in training to become yoga teachers.  The talk is then followed with a lively discussion based on questions asked by the students.Read The Message of the Gita by Mohandas K. GandhiTranslations of the Bhagavad GitaThe Bhagavad Gita  translated by Stephen MitchellThe Bhagavad Gita  translated by Eknath EaswaranAutomatically download this talk into your iPod- Click Here

In this talk Darren explains the basic tenets of yoga philosophy to students in training to become yoga teachers. Topics such as Atman, Maya, The Yoga Sutras and much more are covered. The talk is then followed with a lively discussion based on questions asked by the students.

In early 1990, I stumbled into my first yoga class with a woman named Ellie Brown. That fateful day changed the course of my life. In this podcast I sit down with my first yoga teacher and talk with her about the early days of yoga in the United States as well as her own journey of healing and self discovery which led from yoga to various forms of bodywork. Ellie is one of several people in my life to whom I owe so much of what I have today. In this podcast, I'm sure you will see why! SHOW NOTES: If you would like to contact Ellie Brown, you can email her or call her office at 860-599-3373. Her yoga studio and healing center is located in South Eastern Connecticut. During the interview, the following teachers and healers were discussed: Patricia Walden (yoga teacher) Judith Hanson Lasater (yoga teacher) Bonnie Pruden and her book on Myotherapy John Upledger and CranioSacral Therapy Barbara Brennan and her book, Hands of Light.