Leadership and Yoga

Shawna Krueger
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Leadership and Yoga by @shawnakru is the go-to hub of interviews and episodes for yoga teachers and conscious entrepreneurs. Shawna explores creativity, confidence, and presence through conversations with top teachers, artists, creators, and thought leaders. She also creates captivating musical and poetic solo episodes. Over the past 3 years, Shawna has lovingly grown an intimate, niche following of fellow yoga instructors interested in impact, personal growth & business, into a major nucleus for self-development. She enjoys interviewing even “non-yogis” from a yogic perspective.

  1. Carling Harps on Yoga Community, Collective Liberation & Joyful Movement

    9H AGO

    Carling Harps on Yoga Community, Collective Liberation & Joyful Movement

    In this episode, Carling Harps shares her journey through 15 years of teaching yoga and how her practice has evolved over time. She reflects on cueing, identity, accessibility, and learning to trust the different seasons of practice. Carling speaks to the importance of yoga community, joy and play in a movement practice, and why there is no self-liberation without collective liberation.  Carling’s Instagram: @carlingnicole - https://www.instagram.com/carlingnicole/ Carling’s Website Find Shawna on instagram: @shawnakru - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru⁠⁠ Shawna’s website Try OfferingTree for free, plus 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first year ⁠with my link here⁠: ⁠https://www.offeringtree.com/shawnakru?utm_source=leadership-and-yoga&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=partner-discount⁠  (My sponsor)  Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND Yoga Teacher Roundtable free community events & mailing list Time Stamps: 00:00 intro 01:10 offering tree  04:02 when you think about yoga, what do you see? 06:25 consistency in yoga practice  08:00 trusting the different seasons of your practice 11:00 identity in yoga 12:25 the misconception that yoga will heal you 14:41 hyper-individualism in yoga 16:51 self-realization vs self-obsession 18:00 “there is no self-liberation without collective-liberation” 20:14 fostering yoga community  26:00 walking alongside your students 28:55 cueing, alignment, & injuries  36:38 diversifying your movement practice  40:36 weightlifting & energy 46:23 play & joy in movement as an adult 48:37 as yoga teachers, what is our responsibility to address what’s going on in the world? 52:27 do you think yoga can change the world? 56:10 both systemic change and individual change 01:00:00 yoga is political 01:02:22 expand your yoga worldview 01:08:00 billboard question

    1h 11m
  2. Victoria Hutchins (remastered) 2 hour special

    5D AGO

    Victoria Hutchins (remastered) 2 hour special

    It’s here!! The 2 hour special with Victoria Hutchins, aka the daily victorian, to ask her everything about life, creating, writing, poetry, fears, breakthroughs and her new book. Victoria is a handstanding poet. She is the woman behind the iconic poetry and yoga flow that feels like a dose of big sister reassurance mixed with a level of depth that reminds us what it means to be human. She brings us a sincere reminder to have hope. Her words are raw, moving, ironic at times, and hard to feel the same after hearing. Victoria is the author of Make Believe, host of the Soul Gum podcast, a yoga instructor, and a corporate lawyer turned content creator. If you enjoyed this episode with Victoria, please drop me a rating and subscribe. THANK YOU. :)  Get a copy of MAKE BELIEVE https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/755776/make-believe-by-victoria-hutchins/  Find Victoria on instagram: @thedailyvictorian  Find Shawna on instagram: @shawnakru Victoria’s podcast, Soul Gum Try OfferingTree for free with my link ⁠here⁠ (My sponsor) Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND ⁠https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations⁠  Time stamps 00:00 Intro 06:00 Victoria’s process of believing any of this was possible. 14:00 Roots of childhood creation. 15:30 Writing poetry. 20:15 Understanding her own personality. 23:49 Pressure to know who we are and how things turn out is exhausting. 28:50 Thinking about your audience first as a creator. Rick Rubin? 32:10 Starting route to Taco Bell!! 37:30 Being able to process before creating. 41:00 Victoria’s routine vs. being fully consumed by one thing. 43:00 Feeling like you’re on an island can be a good thing. 47:50 Where does confidence come from? 53:00 How Victoria finds her words. A courtship. 56:30 (Creative) Fire just needs room to breathe. 1:00:00 How to follow a massive success. 1:06:00 Abundance mindset. 1:10:00 Jealousy: the people you are most jealous of show you it’s possible for you.  1:12:00 God, spirituality, death, heaven, Trust. 1:19:00 Questions to ponder with friends that you can’t answer.  1:21:00 Make Believe and after life. 1:24:00 Being taught that parts of us are “bad” 1:29:30 After you take the purity ring off.  1:36:00 Vulnerable, holy shit moments. 1:40:39 Let me let you go. 1:42:12 The process of writing a book.  1:43:30 Publishing a book 1:49:20 Victoria’s hope for all who read.  1:55:00 Weekday morning routine and structure. 1:57:45 An exceptional leader.  2:00:00 Victoria’s Billboard Message

    2h 1m
  3. Rey Cardenas on Teaching Yoga in Rhythm: Astrology and Seasonal Practice

    FEB 11

    Rey Cardenas on Teaching Yoga in Rhythm: Astrology and Seasonal Practice

    In this episode of Leadership and Yoga, I sit down with Rey Cardenas, Austin-based yoga teacher, and co-studio owner of Practice Yoga Austin, to explore what it means to teach yoga in rhythm with the seasons. We talk astrology in the yoga class, the relationship between the sun and our bodies,consciousness, Ayurveda and seasonal practice, burnout and sustainability for yoga teachers, and how presence, sound, and language shape a truly transformational yoga experience. Rey also shares insights from Rudolf Steiner, yoga therapy, and his philosophy on teaching yoga as a co-created experience rather than a performance. Practice with Rey at Practice Yoga Austin: ​​https://practiceyogaaustin.com/  Yoga Therapy program:  https://practiceyogaaustin.com/yoga-teacher-training/practice-yoga-therapy-training/  Rey’s instagram: @reys.awareness https://www.instagram.com/reys.awareness/  Rey on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reysawareness  Find Shawna on instagram:  @shawnakru - https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru  Try OfferingTree for free with my link here (My sponsor) Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations  Yoga Teacher Roundtable free community events & mailing list: https://www.shawnakru.com/fam  Time stamps: 00:00 Intro 03:53 Welcome back & why Rey’s teaching stands out 05:38 When astrology entered Rey’s yoga teaching 07:23 Scientific materialism, burnout, and losing rhythm 08:38 Rudolf Steiner, cultural ages, and the zodiac 10:38 Western vs Vedic astrology: personality vs karma 13:08 Why astrology belongs in a yoga class 14:48 Capricorn season, liminal time, and seasonal support 17:23 Teaching with the seasons instead of against them 19:58 Forward bends, backbends, and seasonal consciousness 21:58 Fall energy, overthinking, and teaching to what students feel 23:08 Introducing new ideas without alienating students 24:13 Going against trends and trusting your teaching path 26:58 Living and teaching yoga in rhythm at Practice Yoga Austin 27:59 Ayurveda and seasonal yoga practices 29:00 Summer vs winter yoga: heat, yin, and balance 30:08 The three gunas: tamas, rajas, and sattva 31:43 Cycles of life, injury, aging, and sustainable practice 34:38 Karma, grace, and trusting the unfolding path 36:28 Making mistakes before and after 35 39:28 Ascension, service, and responsibility on the spiritual path 43:18 What makes an exceptional yoga class 45:28 Presence, attention, and co-creating experience 48:33 Advanced cueing and anchoring awareness beyond the body 51:38 Sound, mantra, and the meaning behind language 54:28 Poetry, tone, and shaping the mood of a class 56:13 Mantra yoga, Sanskrit, and sound consciousness 58:13 Yoga therapy as “grad school for yoga” 1:00:13 Science, yoga therapy, and medical integration 1:03:13 Billboard question & Rey’s message to the world

    1h 5m

  4. FEB 6 · BONUS

    nonsense episode

    This episode is exactly what is sounds like. Me checking in, telling you some updates, like a little nonsensical voice note update from me to a friend (you, dear listener). Yet, this nonsense episode is oddly motivational and also somewhat historical if you've ever been curious about when I started teaching yoga and how I decided to host a retreat after only teaching for a year and why it actually worked.... and lead to me hosting my 5th (not 4th like I said in the pod) yoga retreat in Costa Rica right now, as we speak! Find Shawna on instagram:  @shawnakru - https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru  Yoga Teacher Roundtable free community events & mailing list: https://www.shawnakru.com/fam  Own a copy of the guided journal I created, code POD for $33. https://www.ritualofwritingjournal.com/

    9 min

  5. JAN 30

    keep your dreams alive

    "The only thing that matters with dreams is that you keep them alive." -Londrelle Today, I take you on a journey of what it feels like to be seen as you chase your dreams, I show you all of my bad angles and "reasons" why I thought I wasn't good enough for my dreams, and why I was wrong. Today's episode is fire: a fire of inspiration and a bit of a fire under your ass to go after those big, lofty ideas. But I also throw you a lifeline of tangible tips for staying organized like a to-do list HACK. Find Shawna on instagram:  @shawnakru - https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru  Try OfferingTree for free with my link here (My sponsor)  Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND - https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations Yoga Teacher Roundtable free community events & mailing list: https://www.shawnakru.com/fam  Own a copy of the guided journal I created, code POD for $33. https://www.ritualofwritingjournal.com/  Contributors: @iamcleer and @spiritualshores  Time stamps:  00:00 intro 01:20 let me show u all my bad angles 07:00 heartbreak of following dreams 10:50 know ur stories & OfferingTree trial 13:15 Londrelle on dreams 17:30 no good vibes only meditation  19:00 how to problem solve better 20:30 to-do list HACK 24:00 Ayurveda with TEND   25:450 magic vs logic 28:00 the mind of light - Richard Rudd 32:00 someone who makes things feel easy 34:00 David Swenson on energy to keep going

    42 min
  6. Naoise Ni Bhroin on Teaching Yoga in Irish, Techno Yoga, and Community

    JAN 28

    Naoise Ni Bhroin on Teaching Yoga in Irish, Techno Yoga, and Community

    In this episode, Naoise Ni Bhroin shares her journey into yoga and how teaching through the Irish language has become a way to connect people both to the practice of yoga and to cultural belonging. She reflects on the evolution of yoga in Ireland and growing confidence as a yoga teacher and leader. Naoise also discusses facilitating large yoga events, including Techno Yoga, the importance of ritual and community, and what it means to teach with authenticity and integrity. Follow Naoise on Instagram: @yogalenaoise Naoise’s Website: https://www.yogalenaoise.com/ Find Shawna on instagram: @shawnakru Shawna’s website: ⁠https://www.shawnakru.com/⁠  Try OfferingTree for free, plus 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first year ⁠with my link here⁠: ⁠https://www.offeringtree.com/shawnakru?utm_source=leadership-and-yoga&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=partner-discount⁠  (My sponsor)  Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND - ⁠https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations⁠  Time Stamps: 00:00 intro 01:13 offering tree and TEND 07:06 how did you find yoga? 09:25 naoise’s first yoga teacher 10:53 the yoga scene in Ireland  12:00 the Irish language  17:19 teaching yoga in Irish 19:46 how did it feel to teach your first yoga class? 23:13 how has your perspective on teaching yoga evolved over time? 24:26 public speaking & confidence as a yoga teacher 27:40 hosting yoga events and techno yoga 31:53: how do you bring your dreams to life? 35:03 finding aligned community 38:21 grounding rituals before teaching a yoga class/event 40:00 teaching on off days  46:10 connecting people with the Irish language  48:47 yoga is a practice of self-awareness and interconnection 50:12 what makes an exceptional yoga teacher? 51:47 billboard question

    54 min

  7. JAN 23

    Yoga Teacher Roundtable

    In this roundtable episode, yoga teachers from around the country gather to reflect on how yoga has shaped their lives and how yoga can shape the world. Through honest stories of grief, connection, and presence, they share insights on how the practice of yoga can help us connect with ourselves, our communities, and create a ripple effect that extends into our lives and the lives of our students. Thank you to the participating yoga teachers: Ally Braxton @allybraxton Ally Braxton on Facebook Denisse Aimar @denisse.aimar linktr.ee/denisseaimar Hannah Winokur @hannypack Jen Armistead @yogaendeavour yogaendeavour.com Dr. Meredith Calvert @meriyogasf meriyoga.com wildcalmretreats.com Dr. Meredith's Podcast "Calm With Me" Victoria Luciana @__victorialuciana Do you want to join the next Yoga Teacher Roundtable episode? Join the waitlist here: https://www.shawnakru.com/yoga-teacher-roundtable Find Shawna on instagram: @shawnakru - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru⁠⁠ Shawna’s website: ⁠https://www.shawnakru.com/⁠  Try OfferingTree for free, plus 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first year ⁠with my link here⁠: ⁠https://www.offeringtree.com/shawnakru?utm_source=leadership-and-yoga&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=partner-discount⁠  (My sponsor)  Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND - ⁠https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations⁠  Time Stamps: 00:00 intro 02:09 how did yoga change your life? 06:32 “yoga allowed me to save myself” 08:47 yoga practice during grief 13:00 how can yoga change the world?  15:54 presence and movement over fear 20:25 sharing the wisdom of yoga creates a ripple effect 25:10 “yoga enables you to be your own home” 27:57 developing a lens of compassion and kindness 30:40 start by being honest with yourself on the mat 32:16 billboard messages 40:13 closing

    41 min
  8. Ty Watson on Attention, Language, and Teaching Yoga

    JAN 21

    Ty Watson on Attention, Language, and Teaching Yoga

    Today’s episode is with Paris-based yoga teacher and writer Ty Watson. We dive into teaching yoga, creativity, and the art of observation, exploring how attention and discernment shape the way we lead and guide our students. Ty also shares his thoughts on the magic of language and how the words we choose can transform a class. This episode is for yoga teachers and creators interested in language, creativity, and how mindful attention shapes the way we teach, learn, and lead. Ty Watson’s website: https://www.tywatsonyoga.com  Ty’s Instagram: @tywtsn - https://www.instagram.com/tywtsn/?hl=en  Find Shawna on instagram: @shawnakru - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru⁠⁠ Shawna’s website: ⁠https://www.shawnakru.com/⁠  Try OfferingTree for free, plus 50% off your first three months or 15% off your first year ⁠with my link here⁠: ⁠https://www.offeringtree.com/shawnakru?utm_source=leadership-and-yoga&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=partner-discount⁠  (My sponsor)  Ayurvedic consultation with Art, TEND - ⁠https://www.tend.eco/collections/consultations⁠  Time Stamps: 00:00 intro 03:29 moving from new york to paris 06:13 how did you find yoga? 10:31 the magic of language: words as spells 12:21 paying attention to detail 13:44 the practice of being observant as a yoga teacher 17:57 discernment & the creative process  20:33 your body is the container for your psychology 24:44 what matters is the story you’re telling yourself 26:37 time, technique, & repetition 29:41 how do you choose what information deserves your attention? 33:23 what makes an exceptional yoga class for you? 39:53 there’s always a way to change your angle 42:44 morning routine  50:37 yoga is really about the mind 51:47 your practice should keep you in reverence for what is happening around you 52:56 billboard question

    54 min
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Leadership and Yoga by @shawnakru is the go-to hub of interviews and episodes for yoga teachers and conscious entrepreneurs. Shawna explores creativity, confidence, and presence through conversations with top teachers, artists, creators, and thought leaders. She also creates captivating musical and poetic solo episodes. Over the past 3 years, Shawna has lovingly grown an intimate, niche following of fellow yoga instructors interested in impact, personal growth & business, into a major nucleus for self-development. She enjoys interviewing even “non-yogis” from a yogic perspective.

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  • Creator
    Shawna Krueger
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    211
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shawna Krueger
  • Show Website
    Leadership and Yoga

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