Podmasana: Enlightenment, Spirituality & Wisdom Podcast

Podmasana Media
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Welcome to Podmasana, a premier wisdom podcast exploring spirituality, awakening, and enlightenment. Host Brendon Orr blends awareness with deeply human storytelling, connecting global traditions through authentic conversations with authors, scholars, seekers, and practitioners. All depth, no dogma. Real stories. Real wisdom. Real transformation for the journey within. Join us to deepen your spirituality, ignite a personal awakening, and step into true enlightenment. This is your invitation to expand your awareness and discover that enlightenment is not a destination, but a way of being. Follow and subscribe to awaken, enlighten and wise up.

  1. 6d ago

    Enlightenment & Embodied Healing Wisdom | Dr. Brian Tierney

    Explore spirituality and awakening on this wisdom podcast. Discover embodied enlightenment and somatic healing with Dr. Brian Tierney. Dr. Brian Tierney is an integrative therapist, somatic psychologist, and author of the upcoming book Visionary Somatics. He bridges cutting-edge neuroscience with ancient healing wisdom, revealing how trauma, anxiety, and chronic pain are stored in the body. Moving beyond traditional talk therapy, Dr. Tierney explains how nervous system regulation and mindfulness allow us to complete interrupted survival responses and return to a state of flow. Whether you are navigating complex trauma, exploring masculine vulnerability, or seeking a more grounded approach to executive leadership, this episode challenges the idea of a "transcendent" spirituality. Instead, Dr. Tierney champions an embodied path where true enlightenment is found not by escaping the body, but by fully inhabiting it through philosophies of immanence. In this episode, we explore: How trauma lives in the body and why talk therapy alone often falls short. The difference between transcendent spirituality and the wisdom of embodied, immanent presence. Navigating the freeze response, complex PTSD, and nervous system dysregulation. Why mindfulness and vulnerability are essential for healing, leadership, and authentic connection. The role of men's groups, grieving rituals, and play in clearing the body's "emotional clogs." Recording date: April 23, 2026 Chapters (00:00:00) - An Integrative Therapy for Trauma(00:05:54) - The Somatic Revolution: Why the Body Hold the Key(00:09:17) - Somatic Psychology and the Chakras(00:15:21) - What is Interdisciplinary Psychology?(00:20:30) - A Dysregulated Nervous System(00:24:48) - Cognitive Psychology: Containment and Cathartic Therapy(00:28:44) - Somatic Psychology: Unlocking the Body(00:36:13) - The Psychology of Complex PTSD(00:39:09) - Trauma complexity in ptsd(00:44:06) - Explained: The Unlock of Dissociation(00:50:11) - Couples Therapy: Attunement and Safety(00:56:38) - Brian on Male Sexuality(01:05:01) - Be More Brutal!(01:06:22) - Nervous System Dysregulation in High Performance Leaders(01:13:35) - Interview(01:14:29) - On Love and Wisdom in Visionary Somatics(01:21:03) - What would you love to see become standard practice in mental health?(01:28:57) - How to Heal Trauma With PlayfulnessFollow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Enlightenment & Embodied Healing Wisdom | Dr. Brian Tierney

  2. Sep 23

    Embodied Enlightenment & The Spiritual Override | Dr. Brian Tierney

    Explore spirituality and awakening on this wisdom podcast. Discover embodied enlightenment and mindfulness with Dr. Brian Tierney. Brian is a somatic psychologist and author of the upcoming book Visionary Somatics. In this profound segment, he explores the intersection of psychology and spirituality, arguing that genuine enlightenment cannot bypass the physical body. Dr. Tierney contrasts "transcendent spirituality"—the desire to escape our mammalian anxiety—with "embodied spirituality," drawing on philosophies of immanence where the divine spark is found right here, in the flesh. Whether you are a meditator, a yogi, or simply seeking deeper wisdom in your spiritual practice, this conversation reveals why the body is the true ground of realization. Discover how somatic healing and mindfulness allow us to inhabit our lives fully, transforming our relationship with anxiety and unlocking a profound, embodied presence. In this episode, we explore: Why true enlightenment and spiritual realization cannot bypass the physical body. The difference between transcendent spirituality and the wisdom of embodied, immanent presence. How somatic healing and mindfulness resolve trauma without needing a "spiritual override." Why anxiety is intrinsic to being a mammal and how to inhabit the body with love. Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Embodied Enlightenment & The Spiritual Override | Dr. Brian Tierney

  3. Sep 16

    Wisdom & Emotional Freedom From Trauma | Cedric Bertelli

    Explore spirituality, awakening & awareness on this wisdom podcast. Discover enlightenment through emotional resolution with Cedric Bertelli. Cedric Bertelli is the co-developer of Emotional Resolution (EmRes) and founder of the Emotional Health Institute. Moving beyond coping strategies and symptom management, his work bridges cutting-edge predictive processing neuroscience with deep philosophical wisdom. Influenced by Spinoza, Bergson, and Merleau-Ponty, Cedric views spirituality not as an escape from the body, but as a profound inhabiting of it. In this transformative conversation, Cedric reveals how outdated emotional predictions shape our reality, why traditional regulation often reinforces trauma loops, and how non-judgmental mindfulness of physical sensation allows the nervous system to complete unfinished responses. Whether you’ve tried therapy, meditation, or breathwork without lasting relief, this episode offers a radical path from insight to embodied enlightenment and genuine emotional freedom. In this episode, we explore: How emotional resolution differs from regulation, and why insight alone rarely dissolves old patterns. The neuroscience of predictive processing and how the brain constructs anxiety, anger, and fear. Why true enlightenment and emotional maturity are expressed through presence, not transcendence. How cultivating somatic mindfulness updates outdated nervous system predictions for lasting freedom. The philosophical roots of embodiment and how resolving fear ripples outward into relationships and culture. Recording date: April 7, 2026 Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Resolve Emotions Through Emotional Resolution(00:05:49) - My Mindful Moment(00:06:42) - The Journey from Anxiety to Emotional Resolution(00:13:17) - Why Do Human beings Repeat the Same Emotions?(00:21:48) - MREs: The Power of Predictability(00:31:07) - MREs(00:31:47) - MREs: The Healing Power of Past Experiences(00:37:08) - Neuroscience: Emotions as Interoceptive Prediction from the(00:43:36) - MREs(00:50:23) - Emotional Wellness: Resolution vs Regulation(00:55:14) - How Fear Affects Our Relationships(00:59:20) - MREs: Healing Through Presence(01:03:58) - How to Stop Stuckness(01:08:36) - MREs for the Emotional Health(01:11:11) - Cedric At the End Of His CareerFollow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Wisdom & Emotional Freedom From Trauma | Cedric Bertelli

  4. Sep 9

    Wisdom & The Epicenter of Your Life | Cedric Bertelli

    Welcome to the wisdom podcast exploring spirituality. Today we discuss enlightenment and the ecoystem with Cedric Bertelli... Co-developer of Emotional Resolution (EmRes), Cedric Bertelli explores how true healing emerges when we break free from stagnant narratives and reconnect with the dynamic, ever-evolving ecosystem of life. In this profound segment, Cedric explains how unresolved fears pull us back into the past, trapping us in toxic routines and isolating us from the present moment. By resolving these outdated emotional responses, we can move from the periphery of our past trauma to the "epicenter" of our lives. Whether you are seeking deeper mindfulness in your daily routine or looking for the wisdom to navigate emotional suffering, this conversation reveals why true spirituality is expressed through presence, responsibility, and emotional maturity rather than transcendence. In this episode, we explore: How spirituality and emotional healing reconnect us to the global ecosystem. Why unresolved fears "stick" in the present and how to resolve them at their root. Moving from isolation to interconnection through deep mindfulness and presence. The wisdom of living from the "epicenter" of your life rather than reacting to past trauma. Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Wisdom & The Epicenter of Your Life | Cedric Bertelli

  5. Sep 2

    Authentic Spirituality, Yoga & Sanskrit Myths | Patrick McCartney

    Explore spirituality and awakening on this wisdom podcast. Uncover the truth behind enlightenment and Sanskrit with Dr. Patrick McCartney. Patrick is a cultural anthropologist and sociolinguist whose groundbreaking research challenges our most cherished assumptions about Sanskrit, yoga, and spiritual authenticity. In his new book, Sanskrit Speaking Imagining Sanskrit Land, he uses rigorous empirical analysis to investigate the myth of "Sanskrit-speaking villages" and the powerful symbolic meanings we project onto this ancient language. Through extensive ethnographic fieldwork and census data analysis, Dr. McCartney reveals how the global wellness industry, yoga culture, and even nationalist ideologies have commodified and reshaped ancient traditions. Rather than just debunking myths, his work invites us to look deeper into the "sociocultural imaginaries" of our practices. He explores the tension between preserving heritage and fabricating tradition, asking what it means for spiritual seekers when sacred languages become tools of political and cultural identity. Recording date: May 26, 2026 In this episode, we explore: The empirical reality behind the myth of Sanskrit-speaking villages How the pursuit of enlightenment and mindfulness intersects with political ideologies The historical truth of Sanskrit, yoga's martial origins, and linguistic hybridity Cultivating awareness and wisdom when engaging with commodified spiritual traditions Whether critical scholarship and genuine spirituality can coexist Some sounds used in this episode include: Market in a small village, calling, motorcycle, horns, people, speaker by Virgile_Loiseau -- https://freesound.org/s/725412/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Chennai (India) Traffic Ambience 01 by Nielsvdb -- https://freesound.org/s/465712/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Computer Keyboard Keystrokes by visualasylum -- https://freesound.org/s/329776/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Camel Ride Through Pushkar India by RTB45 -- https://freesound.org/s/207280/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Shakti Ambient VOX Athmo - D2 by voxlab -- https://freesound.org/s/527296/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Myth | Hiphop Rnbass Instrumental by kontraamusic -- https://freesound.org/s/800252/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Chapters (00:00:00) - Meet Patrick McCartney: Sanskrit Speaking Imagining Sanskrit Land(00:06:28) - The Myth of Sanskrit Speaking Villages(00:08:15) - Exploring the Sanskrit language(00:09:15) - What does the census data actually tell us about who identifies as a(00:16:50) - Viparyasana: The Sanskrit Village Myth(00:20:46) - Sanskrit as a cultural language(00:31:40) - Language Revival and Nationalism in India(00:34:54) - The Sanskrit Village in India(00:44:49) - How Sanskrit has been politicised in the West(00:51:49) - In the World of Yoga: Authenticity, Legitimacy(00:55:01) - How do yoga gurus get rid of their disciples?(01:03:05) - In the Ashram, A New Face(01:03:58) - Sanskrit Revival: The Hybridity(01:15:39) - Podmasana: A Utopia of Support(01:16:34) - Sanskrit and Its Global Imagination(01:26:07) - Using yoga as an instrument for New Age ideology(01:30:18) - Understanding Sanskrit Myth in Modernity(01:33:11) - Podmasana: The Truth About Yoga(01:37:06) - Can You Tell The Real Yoga From a Hybrid?(01:42:19) - Critical Scholarship in Spiritual and WellbeingFollow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Authentic Spirituality, Yoga & Sanskrit Myths | Patrick McCartney

  6. Aug 26

    Spirituality & The Myth Sanskrit is the Oldest | Patrick McCartney

    Welcome to the wisdom podcast exploring spirituality and awakening. Discover the enlightenment of ancient texts and Sanskrit's true history. Cultural anthropologist Dr. Patrick McCartney brings rigorous empirical analysis to the myths surrounding Sanskrit, yoga, and spiritual authenticity. In this fascinating deep dive, Patrick debunks the popular belief that Sanskrit is the oldest language or the mother of all modern tongues. By examining linguistic evolution, Indo-Aryan migrations, and prehistoric South Asian cultures, he reveals the complex, hybrid reality of ancient texts like the Rig Veda. Whether you are a yoga practitioner, a history enthusiast, or simply seeking deeper wisdom in your spiritual journey, this episode challenges us to separate myth from reality. Discover how understanding the true history of these traditions can actually deepen your mindfulness and appreciation for the profound enlightenment they offer. In this preview episode, we explore: The linguistic evolution of Sanskrit and the reality of ancient enlightenment texts Why understanding true history deepens our mindfulness and wisdom in modern yoga practice The fascinating prehistoric roots of South Asian culture that predate Vedic Sanskrit How cultivating awareness of language myths transforms our approach to spiritual authenticity Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Spirituality & The Myth Sanskrit is the Oldest | Patrick McCartney

  7. Aug 19

    Awakening & Seeking the Infinite Within You | Yakub Mathew

    Welcome to the wisdom podcast exploring spirituality and awareness. Discover enlightenment and mindfulness with author Yakub Mathew. Yakub Mathew spent 35 years in global finance, but a severe near-death experience at age 58 radically shifted his perspective. To mark his 60th birthday, he took his wife and 17 friends to the Mahakumbha Mela in Prayagraj—a sacred, once-in-144-years gathering of 660 million seekers. What began as a birthday celebration evolved into a profound exploration of the infinite. Drawing from his book Seeking the Infinite: Mahakumbha 2025, Yakub shares how childhood encounters with Mother Teresa and Archbishop Gregorios shaped his worldview, and how facing mortality in a Delhi ICU taught him the true meaning of detachment and service. He explores the unifying message of Ek Onkar (oneness of divinity), the difference between religion and spirituality, and why the infinite is not a destination to reach, but an inward journey where "within you lies a horizon without end." Recording date: April 2, 2026 In this episode, we explore: How a near-death experience reshapes our understanding of enlightenment and presence The unifying power of spirituality and India's multi-faith diversity Why mindfulness and selfless service (seva) are the ultimate expressions of faith Finding awareness and wisdom through the philosophy of "zero" (Shunya) and cosmic consciousness The difference between religion and spirituality, and why "God is love" Thanks to Yakub Mathew for sharing the music sources that were used during parts of this episode. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Secret to Seeking the Infinite Maha Kumbha(00:01:23) - Seeking The Infinite(00:09:04) - Turning 60: The Kumbh Mela(00:12:28) - Participants in the Kumbh(00:13:28) - After suffering a pancreatic attack,(00:18:40) - Seeking the Infinite(00:24:00) - The Book of Kumbh(00:31:16) - Philip Gregorius(00:34:26) - Padmasana: Interfaith Dialogue and Spiritual Inquiry(00:40:10) - Mahakumbha(00:49:22) - Understanding the tenets of religions(00:51:35) - Religion is not bad(00:59:06) - Maha Kumbh: Leadership, Legacy and the Infinite Within(01:06:41) - Dying of pancreatitis(01:12:02) - Three role models(01:14:05) - A message from the book(01:16:24) - A message from the book(01:18:14) - Pushing My Child's Quest for PurposeFollow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Awakening & Seeking the Infinite Within You | Yakub Mathew

  8. Aug 12

    Spirituality, Mahakumbh & 660 Million Seekers | Yakub Mathew

    Welcome to the wisdom podcast exploring spirituality and awareness. Discover how 55 global thought leaders define the infinite and the path to true enlightenment with Yakub Mathew. In this clip, Yakub unpacks the cosmic significance of the Mahakumbh Mela—a sacred gathering occurring only once every 144 years—and shares the surprising common thread he discovered across Hindu, Islamic, Christian, and Judaic traditions. Drawing from his book Seeking the Infinite: Mahakumbh 2025, he reveals that the infinite is not an external destination, but an inward journey where "within you lies a horizon without end." Whether you are deepening your mindfulness practice or seeking wisdom across global faith traditions, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that true spirituality points to the same inner truth. In this preview episode: The cosmic mathematics behind the Mahakumbh's 144-year cycle How 55 multi-faith thought leaders define the nature of the infinite Why enlightenment is an inward journey, not an external destination The universal thread connecting global faith traditions Finding awareness and mindfulness through the power of faith and seekership Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. Get early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more by becoming a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. Follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review and share the show with others on their own spiritual journey.  Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Say Thank You and Donate to the Show > Shop the Podmasana Store Thank you for listening and thank you for your support!  Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Past Episodes: podmasana.com/archive Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Check out Podmasana Media’s other show’s: YogaScussion and My Mindful Moment.

    Spirituality, Mahakumbh & 660 Million Seekers | Yakub Mathew
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Welcome to Podmasana, a premier wisdom podcast exploring spirituality, awakening, and enlightenment. Host Brendon Orr blends awareness with deeply human storytelling, connecting global traditions through authentic conversations with authors, scholars, seekers, and practitioners. All depth, no dogma. Real stories. Real wisdom. Real transformation for the journey within. Join us to deepen your spirituality, ignite a personal awakening, and step into true enlightenment. This is your invitation to expand your awareness and discover that enlightenment is not a destination, but a way of being. Follow and subscribe to awaken, enlighten and wise up.

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