Native Yoga Toddcast

Todd Mclaughlin
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It’s challenging to learn about yoga when there is so much information conveyed in a language that often seems foreign. Join veteran yoga teacher and massage therapist, Todd McLaughlin, as he engages weekly with professionals in the field of yoga and bodywork through knowledgable and relatable conversation. If you want to deepen your understanding of yoga and bodywork practices, don’t miss an episode!

  1. Jessica Rigal: Uniting Trauma Care, Ashtanga Yoga & Meditation

    4D AGO

    Jessica Rigal: Uniting Trauma Care, Ashtanga Yoga & Meditation

    Send us Fan Mail Jessica Rigal is a seasoned clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma care, particularly in hospitals. Raised amidst a milieu of activism and scientific inquiry in New York City during the 60s and 70s, Jessica was introduced to meditation early on, a practice that has become central to her professional and personal life. She studied pre-med and journalism and holds an advanced degree from the New School of Social Research. Jessica is an advocate of blending meditation with Ashtanga yoga, and she actively practices and teaches these methods, emphasizing their therapeutic benefits. Visit Jessica here: https://yogabyjessica.com/ Key Takeaways: Jessica Rigal’s life reflects a unique blend of activism, scientific curiosity, and holistic healing practices.Meditation and yoga are central to Jessica's approach, offering profound tools for recovery and personal growth.Listening to the body and maintaining a mindfulness practice can be crucial in overcoming physical limitations and improving mental health.Jessica emphasizes a flexible approach to both yoga and life, focusing on finding joy in the present and accepting each moment as it comes.The idea of practice as a reflection of daily life, rather than a set series of poses, invites listeners to integrate mindfulness into every aspect of their being.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.comand sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder, B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1h 2m
  2. Maria Margolies | Body Positive Yoga: Embracing Your Natural Body & Self-Love

    MAY 15

    Maria Margolies | Body Positive Yoga: Embracing Your Natural Body & Self-Love

    Send us Fan Mail Maria Margolies is a seasoned yoga teacher with over 25 years of experience. Based in New York, Maria has carved a niche for herself as an advocate for celebrating the natural human body and all its changes. She is known for her engaging and empowering workshops and retreats for women globally, emphasizing body positivity, connection with nature, and holistic well-being. With a background in Ashtanga yoga, Maria has evolved her practice to focus on more inclusive, body-positive yoga forms. She is also a vocal critic of unrealistic beauty standards perpetuated by various industries and is committed to fostering an environment where individuals can embrace and honor their natural selves. Visit Maria: https://www.holixtic.com/ Key Takeaways: The Power of Reframing Beauty: Maria encourages redefining beauty standards that have been historically shaped by industries seeking to profit from insecurities, emphasizing the beauty seen in nature's imperfections.Yoga's Role in Self-Acceptance: Utilizing yoga as a tool for fostering self-love and acceptance, Maria shifts her focus to practices that embrace all body types and physical changes.Pelvic Floor Health Awareness: Maria highlights the lack of education surrounding pelvic floor function in yoga practices, advocating for a more balanced approach that focuses on natural body awareness.Unity in Diversity: Maria calls for collective action to change societal narratives, emphasizing collaboration between genders to redefine beauty and embrace human diversity.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.comand sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder, B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1h 5m
  3. Molly Kranovich: Building a Heart-Led Yoga Studio & Retail Shop at Lumi Studio Shoppe

    MAY 8

    Molly Kranovich: Building a Heart-Led Yoga Studio & Retail Shop at Lumi Studio Shoppe

    Send us Fan Mail Molly Kranovich, owner of Lumi Studio Shoppe in Mount Prospect, Illinois, joins Todd McLaughlin for an honest and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to build a thriving yoga business. In this episode, Molly shares her journey from stay-at-home mom to successful studio owner. She created a unique multi-functional space that beautifully combines yoga classes, a retail shop featuring local artisans, and a warm community event hub just outside of Chicago. Molly opens up about the real challenges and victories of small business ownership — rethinking studio layouts, negotiating leases, balancing family life with entrepreneurship, supporting local makers, and standing out against big corporate studios. Her story is filled with heart, creativity, and a deep commitment to building authentic community through yoga and wellness. You’ll hear: • How she transitioned from managing her home and children to running a thriving studio • The power of blending yoga, retail, and community events in one welcoming space • Practical strategies for overcoming early business setbacks • How she balances family life while growing her business • Why supporting local artisans matters in today’s wellness world Whether you’re a yoga teacher, studio owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone who values heart-led businesses, this episode will uplift and motivate you. Visit Molly at: https://lumistudioshoppe.com/ Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.comand sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder, B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    52 min
  4. Sky Swisa | Global Yoga Journey, Healing Trauma & Holistic Wellness

    MAY 1

    Sky Swisa | Global Yoga Journey, Healing Trauma & Holistic Wellness

    Send us Fan Mail Join Todd McLaughlin for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Sky Swisa, founder of Ananda Sky Yoga and a truly global yoga teacher. With a rich multicultural background spanning Russia, Israel, China, and the USA, Sky brings a unique perspective to holistic health and wellness. From working in the diamonds industry in Shanghai to becoming fluent in Mandarin, Hebrew, Russian, and English, her journey into yoga began at age 14. She later completed teacher training in Navakarna Yoga and studied under legendary instructor Dharma Mittra in New York. In this episode, Sky shares her personal path through cultural experiences, teacher training, and the integration of yoga with other healing practices like lymphatic massage. Todd and Sky explore how yoga, community, and spiritual practices help navigate life’s biggest challenges — including personal trauma, grief, loss of loved ones, and mental health. They discuss the evolving nature of yoga practice, the importance of grounding and self-discovery, building supportive community, and adopting a non-judgmental approach to diet and personal growth. Sky emphasizes continual evolution in our practices and perspectives so we can stay aligned with our true selves. Key Takeaways: How a multicultural background and global experiences shape a deeper approach to yoga and wellnessIntegrating yoga with holistic practices for mental and physical well-beingThe transformative power of community and spiritual practice during times of tragedy and traumaWhy a non-judgmental mindset around diet and personal choices matters in the yoga worldThe value of lifelong growth and updating our perspectives as we evolveWhether you’re a yoga practitioner, teacher, or simply on a path of personal growth, this episode offers powerful insights into resilience, healing, and living with greater awareness. Visit Sky: https://www.anandaskyyoga.com/ 🎙️ Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to support the show! About the Podcast: The Native Yoga Toddcast explores yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth through conversations with teachers, creators, and thought leaders. https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1 hr
  5. Zarah Kravitz | Ayurveda for Modern Life: Postpartum Healing, Seasonal Eating & Yoga

    APR 24

    Zarah Kravitz | Ayurveda for Modern Life: Postpartum Healing, Seasonal Eating & Yoga

    Send us Fan Mail Zarah Kravitz is an esteemed Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher currently residing in Southern California. Originally from New Jersey, Zarah moved to New Mexico at a young age and grew up in Santa Fe and Albuquerque before settling in San Diego.  She possesses a deep-rooted passion for Ayurveda and yoga, having studied extensively with renowned experts, including Dr. Vasant Lad at The Ayurvedic Institute. Zarah is also an emerging entrepreneur, co-founding Mama Rest—a postpartum nourishment service providing Ayurvedic meals for new mothers.  Additionally, Zarah continues to share her passion for yoga and holistic living by teaching yoga classes and offering a specialized cooking course tailored around bioregional and seasonal eating. Visit Zarah: https://www.yogaonstate.com/ayurveda-on-state & on IG https://www.instagram.com/zarahkravitz/ Key Takeaways: Integrative Health: Zarah highlights the importance of Ayurveda in creating a holistic health approach, emphasizing the need for understanding one's own body and constitution to promote optimal health.Postpartum Nutrition: Through her venture Mama Rest, Zarah underlines the significance of tailored nutritional support for postpartum mothers using Ayurvedic principles.Ayurveda & Modern Living: She discusses how Ayurveda can be adapted to fit modern lifestyles by promoting seasonal and local food consumption to enhance digestion and overall vitality.Yoga & Spiritual Practice: Zarah shares her journey into yoga, focusing on its transformative power when combined with Ayurveda, and the benefits of community singing practices like Kirtan.🎧 Practice with Native Yoga: 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga Course (FREE coupon): https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Daily Online Classes (Code: FIRSTMONTHFREE): https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class About the Podcast: The Native Yoga Toddcast explores yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth through conversations with teachers, creators, and thought leaders. https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1h 2m
  6. Kashi: Building a Consistent Yoga Practice That Lasts

    APR 17

    Kashi: Building a Consistent Yoga Practice That Lasts

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Kashi, a longtime yoga practitioner and former monk, to explore the deeper layers of yoga philosophy and what it really means to live the practice. From his early days in Israel to years spent studying in India, Kashi shares a powerful journey shaped by discipline, self-inquiry, and a commitment to understanding the roots of yoga. We dive into how yoga extends far beyond the physical, touching on themes of community, personal transformation, and the role of philosophy in navigating modern life. A central part of our conversation explores trauma-sensitive yoga and how supportive environments can help people reconnect, heal, and feel seen through shared experience. Kashi also reflects on his transition from monastic life to becoming a householder, offering an honest perspective on change, identity, and staying true to your path even when it challenges expectations. We discuss the relevance of classic yoga texts like the Bhagavad Gita and how their teachings can still guide us through uncertainty, growth, and everyday life. This episode is for anyone seeking a deeper connection to their practice, a better understanding of yoga philosophy, or a grounded perspective on how to stay consistent and authentic on the path. What You’ll Learn: • Why community plays a key role in healing and growth • How yoga supports trauma awareness and emotional resilience • The importance of discipline and long-term practice • How yoga philosophy applies to modern life • What it means to evolve while staying true to yourself Listen if you’re interested in: yoga philosophy, trauma-sensitive yoga, meditation, personal growth, and building a sustainable yoga practice. Listen to Kashi's lecture on BG here Check out Kashi's retreat here Listen & subscribe for more conversations on yoga, healing, and personal growth. 🎧 Practice with Native Yoga: 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga Course (FREE coupon): https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Daily Online Classes (Code: FIRSTMONTHFREE): https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class About the Podcast: The Native Yoga Toddcast explores yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth through conversations with teachers, creators, and thought leaders. https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1h 10m
  7. Yoshio Hama: Why Discipline Matters More Than Motivation

    APR 10

    Yoshio Hama: Why Discipline Matters More Than Motivation

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Yoshio Hama shares why discipline—not motivation—is the key to a lasting yoga practice. If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent, felt too busy to practice, or found your motivation fading, this conversation offers a grounded and honest perspective on what it really takes to keep showing up. Todd McLaughlin and Yoshio dive into the deeper meaning of tapas (inner fire), how practice evolves over time, and the reality of maintaining commitment through life’s challenges. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about building a sustainable, lifelong relationship with yoga. You’ll learn: • Why discipline matters more than motivation • How to stay consistent when life gets busy • The role of tapas in personal growth • How your yoga practice evolves over time • Practical insights for maintaining a daily practice Whether you're new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this episode will help you reconnect with your purpose and keep moving forward—one practice at a time. Visit Yoshio: https://www.instagram.com/activemeditation/ Listen & subscribe for more conversations on yoga, healing, and personal growth. 🎧 Practice with Native Yoga: 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga Course (FREE coupon): https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Daily Online Classes (Code: FIRSTMONTHFREE): https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class About the Podcast: The Native Yoga Toddcast explores yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth through conversations with teachers, creators, and thought leaders. https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

    1h 11m
  8. Jeremy Frindel on Vipassana, Filmmaking & The Doctor from India

    APR 3

    Jeremy Frindel on Vipassana, Filmmaking & The Doctor from India

    Send us Fan Mail Vipassana, meditation, and how silence shapes creativity, filmmaking, and purpose. What happens after a 10-day silent retreat—and how it can change the way you see your mind, your work, and your life. Jeremy Frindel on Vipassana, meditation, filmmaking & The Doctor from India In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Jeremy Frindel to explore how a 10-day Vipassana silent retreat, meditation, and yoga have shaped his creative path and storytelling. Jeremy is best known for directing The Doctor from India and One Track Heart (featuring Krishna Das). His work blends documentary filmmaking with spirituality, Eastern philosophy, and human connection. He is also the creative director of AyurPrana Plus, a streaming platform dedicated to conscious and spiritual content. We discuss meditation, mindfulness, creativity, and the impact of silence—and how a consistent spiritual practice can influence filmmaking, purpose, and personal growth. Key Topics: Vipassana meditation and silent retreatsYoga, meditation, and mindfulnessDocumentary filmmaking and storytellingThe Doctor from India and Krishna DasAyurPrana Plus and spiritual streamingCreativity, purpose, and personal growthVisit Jeremy: https://www.ayurpranaplus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/substratumfilms/ 🎧 Practice with Native Yoga: 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga Course (FREE coupon): https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Daily Online Classes (Code: FIRSTMONTHFREE): https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class About the Podcast: The Native Yoga Toddcast explores yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth through conversations with teachers, creators, and thought leaders. https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show Native Yoga website: here YouTube: here Instagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin

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It’s challenging to learn about yoga when there is so much information conveyed in a language that often seems foreign. Join veteran yoga teacher and massage therapist, Todd McLaughlin, as he engages weekly with professionals in the field of yoga and bodywork through knowledgable and relatable conversation. If you want to deepen your understanding of yoga and bodywork practices, don’t miss an episode!

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  • Creator
    Todd Mclaughlin
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    271
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Native Yoga Toddcast
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