Podmasana: Spirituality, Awareness & Enlightenment

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Podmasana explores spirituality, awareness, enlightenment, spiritual awakening, mindfulness and wisdom through in-depth conversations with bestselling authors, meditation guides, yoga masters, and contemplative scholars. Host Brendon Orr and guests make timeless teachings from Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Taoist, yogic, mystic and indigenous traditions accessible for daily life and conscious living. Each episode features authentic stories and practical wisdom from spiritual seekers and practitioners worldwide. Discover the universal thread connecting global spirituality—without dogma or cultural appropriation. ️ New episodes drop every other Wednesday, with short previews in between. ✨ Join Podmasana+ for early access (5 days early), ad-free listening, bonus content, and live community Q&As: https://podmasana.com/plus Thank you for listening, reflecting, and walking the path with us.

  1. Mindfulness & Compassion in Stoicism | Aaron Poochigian | Podmasana Preview

    2d ago

    Mindfulness & Compassion in Stoicism | Aaron Poochigian | Podmasana Preview

    In the next episode of Podmasana, explore Marcus Aurelius Meditations and Stoic philosophy with translator Aaron Poochigian. Discover ancient wisdom for modern living, cognitive reframing roots, and mindfulness practice through literary translation. This Podmasana conversation reveals how Marcus wrote in multiple voices during war and plague, offering timeless guidance on kindness, justice, mortality, and building your inner mental fortress amid modern chaos and distraction. Key Topics: Translating Meditations with three voices (instructor, aspirant, skeptic)—bringing ancient personality to modern readers through literary translation and poetic "charge" Koinonia (universal human commonwealth)—Stoics' vision that rational animals are designed to serve each other, not pursue individualistic self-improvement Cognitive reframing and therapeutic practice—Marcus's radical Stoic principle that happiness depends entirely on our judgments, not external circumstances Daily Stoic practices—morning preparation for difficult people, stripping method for desires, focusing on what's in control, anachoresis (inward vacation) Hegemonicon (ruling power) as inner fortress—cultivating divine logos portion in each human to escape modern information overload and distraction Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: ➡️ Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks ➡️ Say Thank You and Donate to the Show ➡️ Shop the Podmasana Store Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Chapters (00:00:00) - How does the Stoic vision of universal human duty connect to what

    4 min
  2. Healing Burnout Through Breath | Rubina Chadha | Podmasana | Ep. 17

    Jun 24

    Healing Burnout Through Breath | Rubina Chadha | Podmasana | Ep. 17

    In this episode of Podmasana, discover how burnout recovery connects to nervous system regulation with Inner Design founder Rubina Chadha. This Podmasana conversation reveals stress as a nervous system state. Learn breath awareness without fixing, interoception practices for emotional regulation, and somatic awareness as gateway to embodied mindfulness. Understand creativity as perceptual function dependent on regulation. Find tools for burnout recovery through embodied mindfulness and listen to Rubina discuss how motherhood refined her embodiment practice. Key Topics: Rubina's journey from corporate burnout to founding Inner Design, a body-based mindfulness method rooted in nervous system awareness Understanding stress as a nervous system state rather than cognitive issue, requiring somatic rather than purely mental solutions Learning to observe breath patterns and physical sensations without interference to allow the nervous system to update outdated predictions Creativity as a perceptual and cognitive function dependent on nervous system regulation, not artistic talent or output How motherhood refined Inner Design by stripping away performative elements and demanding real-time embodied presence Episode recorded March 19, 2026 Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: ➡️ Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks ➡️ Say Thank You and Donate to the Show ➡️ Shop the Podmasana Store Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Chapters (00:00:14) - How to Heal From Burnout With Inner Design(00:06:48) - How I Learned Mindfulness(00:09:50) - The Moment of Deep Stillness at 8(00:12:02) - In the Elevator With Stillness(00:15:39) - Inventing Creativity Through Photography(00:20:55) - How High-Performance Environments Are Distilling Creativity(00:25:07) - What Does Burnout Really Feel Like?(00:29:09) - How to Stop Thinking Your Way Out of Stress(00:33:47) - How to Notice Your Natural Breath(00:39:30) - The Best Thing We Can Say to Our Loved Ones(00:43:01) - Can Regulation of Breathing Unlock Creativity?(00:46:42) - How to Restore Creative Vitality(00:50:23) - Motherhood and Authenticity(00:53:00) - How to Regulate Your Own Leadership(00:55:12) - In the Age of Presence-based Leadership(00:56:11) - How to Design Your Life With Responsibility(00:57:58) - How to Listen To Yourself (

    1h 1m
  3. International Yoga Day - Sharing YogaScussion Podcast

    Jun 21

    International Yoga Day - Sharing YogaScussion Podcast

    In recognition of International Yoga Day, we are sharing this first episode of Podmasana Media’s other show YogaScussion in case any Podmasana listeners are not already aware of the show and may also be interested in conversations specifically dedicated to yoga. In this first episode of YogaScussion, Gina and Brendon participate in the first YogaScussion where they touch on how they met, what brought them to yoga, the role it has played in their lives, the evolution of their practices, the cultural appropriation of yoga, the role of yoga in spirituality, mental health, and the benefits of this ancient system from India. Subscribe to YogaScussion on Apple | Spotify | YouTube | RSS or wherever you get your podcasts. About Yogascussion: YogaScussion is a yoga podcast for modern yoga practitioners exploring yoga philosophy, mindfulness, breathwork, trauma-informed practice, and embodied wellness. Hosts Gina Clingerman and Brendon Orr dive into yoga’s past, present, and future through authentic conversations with diverse yoga teachers, meditation guides, wisdom keepers, authors, and conscious entrepreneurs. Each episode unpacks yoga culture, ancient teachings, nervous system regulation, and practical tools for stress relief, creativity, and personal growth. Whether you’re a certified yoga instructor, a daily meditator, or simply curious about bringing mindfulness off the mat, you’ll find grounded insights that honor tradition while embracing contemporary practice. New episodes drop every other Wednesday, with short preview episodes in between. Check out some of the many other YogaScussion episodes from the archive: Is Western Yoga Dead? Embodiment & Energy Work with Meghan Lucas 8 Limbs of Yoga Explored with Pavithra and Ananya Raja Ayurgenomics & Yoga Therapy with Yogacharya Nilachal Padmashanti Amplified Yoga & Kundalini Energy | Donovan McGrath Yoga, Ayurveda & Emotional Balance | Sophie Malahieude Prana, Breath & the Mystery of Being Alive | Bernie Clark Chapters (00:00:05) - Episode 1 of Yoga Scussion(00:01:38) - Mentors to Teachers: How We Met(00:05:55) - Ron Frost on His First Yoga Class(00:09:55) - "How Do You Start Yoga?"(00:11:07) - A More Balanced Yoga Studio Vibe(00:14:02) - What Keeps Bringing You Back to Yoga?(00:19:13) - What Does Yoga Mean to You?(00:24:19) - How Has Your Yoga Practice Changed Over Time?(00:29:00) - How to Keep Your Yoga Practice Organized(00:36:58) - You Think Yoga Is the Best Tool for Evolution(00:40:44) - In the Elevator With Yoga(00:43:23) - In the Elevator With Emily Brown(00:45:56) - How Yoga Teacher Training Changed My Life(00:49:29) - How the darkness of my practice informed my teaching(00:56:12) - A yogi on the wolf pack(00:57:48) - Why Do You Keep Teaching Yoga?(01:01:01) - On Re-evaluating My Yoga Teacher(01:05:28) - How Yoga Made Me a Better Person(01:10:27) - On Yoga and Mental Health(01:12:04) - How Yoga Has Evolved(01:18:11) - In the Elevator With Yoga(01:24:43) - The First Yoga Scussion

    1h 27m
  4. Nervous System Stress Relief | Rubina Chadha | Podmasana Preview

    Jun 17

    Nervous System Stress Relief | Rubina Chadha | Podmasana Preview

    In the next episode of Podmasana, discover how burnout recovery connects to nervous system regulation with Inner Design founder Rubina Chadha. This Podmasana conversation reveals stress as a nervous system state. Learn breath awareness without fixing, interoception practices for emotional regulation, and somatic awareness as gateway to embodied mindfulness. Understand creativity as perceptual function dependent on regulation. Find tools for burnout recovery through embodied mindfulness and listen to Rubina discuss how motherhood refined her embodiment practice. Key Topics Rubina's journey from corporate burnout to founding Inner Design, a body-based mindfulness method rooted in nervous system awareness Understanding stress as a nervous system state rather than cognitive issue, requiring somatic rather than purely mental solutions Learning to observe breath patterns and physical sensations without interference to allow the nervous system to update outdated predictions Creativity as a perceptual and cognitive function dependent on nervous system regulation, not artistic talent or output How motherhood refined Inner Design by stripping away performative elements and demanding real-time embodied presence Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: ➡️ Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks ➡️ Say Thank You and Donate to the Show ➡️ Shop the Podmasana Store Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram Cur... Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Stop Thinking Your Way Out of Stress(00:04:30) - How to observe a child's breath

    6 min
  5. Awakening the Mystic: Yoga & Miracles | Rob Dorgan | Podmasana | Ep. 16

    Jun 10

    Awakening the Mystic: Yoga & Miracles | Rob Dorgan | Podmasana | Ep. 16

    In this episode of Podmasana, author and educator Rob Dorgan explores the profound intersection of ancient wisdom and modern healing. Drawing from his novel Awakening the Mystic, Rob reveals how yoga sutras, consciousness expansion, and spiritual astrology can guide seekers toward radical self-discovery. We discuss how mystical experiences are not supernatural events, but natural expressions of feminine energy and collective devotion. Rob shares practical insights on navigating spiritual trauma, understanding the five kleshas, and building relationships that serve as vehicles for awakening. Whether you are curious about how to integrate astrology into yoga practice, wondering what yoga siddhis truly mean, or seeking guidance on healing ego-driven attachments, this conversation offers a grounded roadmap. Discover how to recognize your inner counsel, transform religious wounds into spiritual empowerment, and cultivate a life anchored in unconditional love and mindful presence. Episode recording March 10, 2026 Big thanks to Rob and Goodbye Gemini for sharing their beautiful music for this episode. Other sound effects by: Dungeon Ambiance by phlair -- https://freesound.org/s/388340/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: ➡️ Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks ➡️ Say Thank You and Donate to the Show ➡️ Shop the Podmasana Store Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Chapters (00:00:00) - Keynote: Awakening the Mystic(00:01:52) - From academia to mysticism(00:06:32) - Robyn on Astrology and Yoga(00:13:05) - How I Learned To Love My Life Through Astrology(00:18:34) - The Surprising Things That Yoga Did For Me(00:22:27) - The Mystic in Yoga(00:25:49) - How Much of The Book Came from My Astrological Chart(00:31:53) - Kleshas, Miracles and the Feminine(00:35:52) - Why Do We Refuse To Believe in Magic?(00:40:04) - The Yoga Story With a Gay Male Yogi(00:43:53) - How Astrology Helped Ren in His Spiritual Growth(00:48:01) - The Gay Catholic in '(00:53:21) - United Souls: Partnership and the Work Ahead(00:58:24) - Between Awakening the Mystic and Linda Goodman's New Book(01:01:17) - Seeking Your Inner Counsel(01:04:06) - Where Are You Now in Your Journey Through The Cliches?(01:07:04) - The Mystical Revolution

    1h 12m
  6. Miracles: Reconnecting with the Divine | Rob Dorgan | Podmasana Preview

    Jun 3

    Miracles: Reconnecting with the Divine | Rob Dorgan | Podmasana Preview

    In the next episode of Podmasana, author Rob Dorgan explores how yoga philosophy and astrology illuminate the path to mystical awakening and spiritual transformation. Rob discusses Awakening the Mystic, his novel blending memoir, mysticism, astrology, and cosmic love, offering practical wisdom for navigating ego, attachment, and fear. Discover siddhis yoga sutras explained as supernatural abilities attained through dedicated practice, legion of the feminine goddess spiritual healing, LGBTQ yoga spirituality inclusive mystical practice, interfaith dialogue mystical experiences bridging traditions, soul contracts twin flames guidance through astrology for life purpose, and how collective love fuels miraculous manifestations in daily life.  Key Topics: Rob's journey from academia to mysticism through yoga and astrology after studying with Linda Goodman The five kleshas as a framework for understanding and transforming mental afflictions that cause suffering Protection rose visualization practice for setting energetic boundaries and blocking negative influences Reframing suicidal ideation as the soul's desperate call for transformation of unhealthy identity pattern The Legion of the Feminine and how goddess archetypes mentor spiritual growth and balance masculine/feminine energies Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus content, exclusive group chat, live Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ member at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: ➡️ Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks ➡️ Say Thank You and Donate to the Show ➡️ Shop the Podmasana Store Connect With Podmasana: Website: podmasana.com Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Submit Feedback: feedback@podmasana.com Social Media: YouTube | Bluesky | Mastodon | Instagram

    4 min
  7. Consciousness Came First | Dr. Edi Bilimoria | Podmasana | Ep. 15

    May 27

    Consciousness Came First | Dr. Edi Bilimoria | Podmasana | Ep. 15

    In this episode of Podmasana, Dr. Edi Bilimoria, author of Consciousness Came First explores how consciousness is primary rather than emerging from matter, challenging the materialistic paradigm that dominates modern science. Drawing on his unique background as both a distinguished engineer and devoted student of perennial philosophy, Edi presents evidence from quantum physics, neurocardiology, and ancient mystery schools supporting the sevenfold nature of human beings. He explains why the heart, not the brain, may be the true seat of consciousness and intelligence, and how understanding reincarnation and karma offers a coherent framework for human evolution. This conversation bridges science and spirituality, offering listeners a transformative perspective on consciousness came first, the transduction model of mind-brain relationship, and why embracing humanity's spiritual nature is essential for addressing today's ecological and mental health crises. Discover how ancient wisdom traditions and cutting-edge research converge to illuminate the living, intelligent universe we inhabit. Recording date: May 11, 2026 Key Topics: How consciousness precedes and creates matter rather than emerging from brain activity The sevenfold model of human nature from divine self to physical form Why the heart's electromagnetic field supports its role as consciousness center Evidence for reincarnation and karma from near-death experiences and children's past-life memories How moving beyond materialism toward integrated science supports humanity's spiritual evolution Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus episodes, exclusive group chat, Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ partner at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Donate to the show > Shop the Podmasana store Connect With Podmasana: > Website: podmasana.com > Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com Chapters (00:00:00) - Consciousness Came First(00:07:01) - My Mindful Moment(00:08:34) - How Science and Consciousness intersect(00:12:52) - The vision of the project manager(00:16:09) - Exploring the perennial philosophy of India(00:19:59) - What is Progressive Properity?(00:24:36) - Philosophy of Materialism(00:30:16) - An Infinite Mind: The Search for Science(00:34:17) - The Scientific Paradigms(00:40:58) - The 7-Fold Human Being(00:47:44) - The Heart, Not the Brain(00:51:54) - The Symbols of Sacred Texts(00:56:33) - Three subtle energies central to occult physiology(01:00:28) - Suetti on Reincarnation(01:07:42) - The Brain and Human Nature(01:14:46) - The Path of Matter and the Light(01:19:21) - The Search for More Beautiful Things(01:20:45) - Eddie Levine on Science, Art and spirituality

    1h 26m
  8. Heart vs Brain: The Seat of Consciousness | Dr. Edi Bilimoria | Podmasana Preview

    May 20

    Heart vs Brain: The Seat of Consciousness | Dr. Edi Bilimoria | Podmasana Preview

    In the next episode of Podmasana, Dr. Edi Bilimoria, author of Consciousness Came First explores how consciousness is primary rather than emerging from matter, challenging the materialistic paradigm that dominates modern science. Drawing on his unique background as both a distinguished engineer and devoted student of perennial philosophy, Edi presents evidence from quantum physics, neurocardiology, and ancient mystery schools supporting the sevenfold nature of human beings. He explains why the heart, not the brain, may be the true seat of consciousness and intelligence, and how understanding reincarnation and karma offers a coherent framework for human evolution. This conversation bridges science and spirituality, offering listeners a transformative perspective on consciousness came first, the transduction model of mind-brain relationship, and why embracing humanity's spiritual nature is essential for addressing today's ecological and mental health crises. Discover how ancient wisdom traditions and cutting-edge research converge to illuminate the living, intelligent universe we inhabit. Key Topics: Integration of science and spirituality Perennial philosophy and ancient wisdom Subtle energies and consciousness Reincarnation and karma evidence The primacy of the heart in consciousness Limitations of materialism in science Symbols and allegories in esoteric teachings Evolution of human consciousness and future paths Follow Podmasana wherever you get your podcasts. To access ad-free episodes five days early, bonus episodes, exclusive group chat, Q&As and more, become a Podmasana+ partner at podmasana.com/plus. About Podmasana: More than a podcast, Podmasana is a global journey through the landscape of human spirituality. We weave together transformative personal stories with scholarly depth, exploring how ancient practices illuminate life’s challenges—from grief and illness to aging and adversity. Through carefully curated conversations and compelling narratives, we bridge timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, offering listeners authentic pathways to consciousness, healing, and the universal threads that bind human experience across cultures and generations. Support the show: > Join Podmasana+ for extra benefits, content and perks > Donate to the show > Shop the Podmasana store Connect With Podmasana: > Website: podmasana.com > Submit Guest Ideas: ideas@podmasana.com > Submit Feedback: feedbac...

    4 min
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Podmasana explores spirituality, awareness, enlightenment, spiritual awakening, mindfulness and wisdom through in-depth conversations with bestselling authors, meditation guides, yoga masters, and contemplative scholars. Host Brendon Orr and guests make timeless teachings from Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Taoist, yogic, mystic and indigenous traditions accessible for daily life and conscious living. Each episode features authentic stories and practical wisdom from spiritual seekers and practitioners worldwide. Discover the universal thread connecting global spirituality—without dogma or cultural appropriation. ️ New episodes drop every other Wednesday, with short previews in between. ✨ Join Podmasana+ for early access (5 days early), ad-free listening, bonus content, and live community Q&As: https://podmasana.com/plus Thank you for listening, reflecting, and walking the path with us.

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