Yoga World

Ghosh Yoga
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Yoga Masters Scott and Ida chat about various aspects of yoga from history and philosophy to practice and science. Through lively and thoughtful discussion, Yoga World communicates the meaning of these concepts in a simple way to explore how they impact yoga today. Part research, part conversation.

  1. 11/13/2025

    The Chakras — Old and New

    This week we are talking about all things "chakra." Where did they come from and how have they changed over time. We dig into the details of the "modern" or "western" chakra system before going back in time. The chakras find their origins in another practice of purifying the elements of the body. Over the centuries, many different chakra systems appear, until the modern age when the 7 chakra system gains prominence. This modern system has a few distinct traits, especially that there are 7 of them, they are associated with the nervous system or glands, they are rainbow colored and associated with psychological states.  Referenced: Roots of Yoga by Mallinson and Singleton Yoga Body by Mark Singleton The Serpent Power by Arthur Avalon Rainbow Body by Kurt Leland

    36 min

  2. 11/13/2025 · BONUS

    How To Say "Chakra," a bonus mini episode

    How do you say the word "chakra"? Is it shakra, kakra or chakra? It is easy to mispronounce this word because of the way it transliterates into the Roman (English) alphabet. But ultimately it is not a hard thing to understand or say.

    4 min

  3. 11/06/2025

    Microcosm and the Essence of Life

    We continue the conversation about the nature of the Yogic Body, discussing a couple more big picture concepts. Sometimes the Yogic Body is a microcosm of the universe, with winds, planets and moons. We also consider whether the body evolves from the mind or vice versa, which is vital for most practices of yoga. Finally, we discuss the Yogic Body as represented by the life-force centers of the body, like the navel and heart. www.ghoshyoga.org Referenced: Roots of Yoga by James Mallinson and Mark Singleton

    29 min

  4. 10/30/2025

    Is the Yogic Body Real?

    We kick off our season-long discussion of The Yogic Body, tackling some big questions before digging into details. What is the difference between the "Yogic Body" and the "Subtle Body"? (5:42) We briefly introduce all the elements of the Yogic Body — chakras, kundalini, prana, vayus, nadis, bandhas, koshas (8:53) — before delving into whether the yogic body is real. (23:00) Of course, that question is more complex than it seems. Join us as we dig in! www.ghoshyoga.org Referenced: Yoga Body by Mark Singleton

    32 min

  5. SEASON 4 TRAILER

    New Season! "The Yogic Body" Coming Soon

    We are back for a new season of Yoga World! This miniseries will cover the Yogic Body — chakras, kundalini, nadis and so much more. Stay tuned!

    2 min

  6. 12/07/2023

    The Many Benefits of Posture Practice

    Why do we practice yoga postures? What are the benefits that we hope to get, and what have teachers told us will happen? This episode digs into the purpose and benefits of posture practice, especially in the past hundred years. Two big schools emerge, one of subtle energy and one of the body. Finally, what is the scientific evidence of any of it?

    47 min

  7. 11/23/2023

    Alignment, Part 2: Prana and Virtue

    Continuing the conversation about alignment from the last episode, the discussion veers into 'prana' and 'virtue.' How does the body affect the flow of prana? For that matter, what is prana? And how does our physical alignment affect or symbolize our moral nature? Scott and Ida discuss these questions, along with abundant references and tangents.

    44 min

  8. 11/16/2023

    The Body As Math: Alignment+Body=20th century

    Scott and Ida discuss the nature of "alignment" throughout the last hundred years. Did older texts talk about alignment? When did it become important, and how did that change the way we practice yoga? Is alignment a good idea? They cover early pioneers such as Krishnamacharya, Shivananda and Yogendra, as well as Iyengar and Jois, all the way into the modernity of Birch. This episode is the first of two about alignment, covering the first three "buckets" of what it means.

    57 min
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Yoga Masters Scott and Ida chat about various aspects of yoga from history and philosophy to practice and science. Through lively and thoughtful discussion, Yoga World communicates the meaning of these concepts in a simple way to explore how they impact yoga today. Part research, part conversation.

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  • Creator
    Ghosh Yoga
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright Ghosh Yoga
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    Yoga World

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