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Commune with Jeff Krasno

The Commune Podcast is where we explore the ideas and practices that help us live healthy, connected, purpose-filled lives. Each week host Jeff Krasno speaks with teachers, spiritual leaders, doctors, and storytellers on topics related to personal and societal well-being — from nutrition and integrative medicine to spirituality and personal growth to environmental regeneration and civic engagement. In addition to being a podcast, Commune is also an online course platform with more than 100 full-length video courses with top teachers such as Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Mark Hyman, Adriene Mishler, and many others. Learn more at onecommune.com.
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45. Birth Stories: Rewriting the Narrative

"Think for a moment about the stories you tell yourself about childbirth… None of us remember our own births, and many of us don’t even know our mother’s (or father’s) story of how we were born. And the births we hear about are usually the dramatic or traumatic, because a smooth, easy birth doesn’t make much of a story. What’s more, the way babies are born in movies and on TV certainly doesn’t help paint a picture of diversity and nuance in labor… you don’t see many women in a birth tub or crawl...

Jul 23, 201953 min

44. Perfectly Imperfect with Kimberly Snyder

What does it mean to live a “perfectly imperfect” life? To quote the Tao, “all can see beauty as beauty, only because there is ugliness.” Life is not an "either-or" condition, but a series of "ands." We are beautiful AND may need lose a few pounds. We feel like we are struggling AND we are also exactly where we are supposed to be in our journey. Author and nutritionist Kimberly Snyder is here to help you better understand, through mindset, diet, and self-care rituals, how to create harmony in bo...

Jul 17, 201939 min

43. Clean Beauty with Joy Reese and Luke Geddie

Do you really know what’s in your beauty products? You might be putting toxic chemicals on your skin and in your body, and not even know it. Luckily, Joy Reese and Luke Geddie, mother and son founders of Skinny & Co. are on a journey to help heal the beauty industry by creating and providing safe, clean beauty products that are not just edible and good for your skin, but are also good for the planet. To learn more on Skinny & Co., you can visit their website. Learn more about Commune cou...

Jul 09, 201936 min

42. The Soul of America

On the one hand, the U.S. Constitution separates church and state, but on the other, our inalienable right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is "endowed by the Creator." In this episode, Jeff muses on the spirituality of the founding fathers and how our politics has frequently strayed away from those values. What would a modern political platform look like if we built it on the basis of universal spiritual principles?

Jul 02, 201918 min

41. Urban Zen with Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman Yee

Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman Yee, co-founders of Urban Zen, discuss the importance of contemplative care and how it can help fix a broken healthcare system. When focus is put on healing the patient as a human being and not just simply healing a disease, we can truly get to the core of what ails us. Through the bonds they have with one another and with those around them, they are sharing their own individual bliss with the world. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Jun 25, 201926 min

40. Kids Don't Listen, They Imitate

Jeff and his Dad, Richard Krasno, explore the complexities and joys that define what it means to be a father. Through many of life’s, and relationships ups and downs, these things can greatly affect the role a father plays in his children’s lives. But through love, many of those unexpected challenges can be turned into positives. And that can make for a very unique, and meaningful, relationship. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Jun 18, 201916 min

39. Sleep Better with Dr. Michael Breus

Sleep affects every system of the body — everything we do, we do better with a good night of sleep. Enter Dr. Michael J. Breus, aka The Sleep Doctor! With a specialty in Sleep Disorders, he is one of only 168 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction. Listen in to learn about chronotypes, supplements, and simple hacks to improve the quality of your rest. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

May 28, 201932 min

38. The Heart As Your Power Source with Danielle LaPorte

We know our emotions greatly effect our overall wellbeing, but we aren't always in touch with our heart's true desires. Enter Danielle LaPorte - a poet, speaker, author and creator of The Desire Map, a project that's core teaching is about identifying our most preferred states of being. Tune in for this intimate conversation about Danielle's personal journey, and get some spiritual perspective on what it means to move and live from the heart. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecom...

May 14, 201937 min

37. On Mothering Daughters

In this special Mother's Day episode, guest host and "Commune muse" Schuyler Grant interviews her three daughters (ages 9, 11, and 14) on motherhood. Consider this your extra sassy insight into the Commune family. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

May 07, 201935 min

36. Beyond Recovery with Tommy Rosen

The drug and opioid epidemic in America is no secret, with addiction hitting close to home for so many of us. In today’s episode we talk with addiction recovery expert, Tommy Rosen about a more holistic approach to long-term recovery. Learn more about Tommy’s work at https://r20.com/ Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Apr 30, 201948 min

35. Combating Stress with Brendon Burchard

Learning to manage stress and stop overwhelm might feel impossible, but with the right tools you can foster a dramatically healthier mindset improve your psychological and physical health. Brendon Burchard is a world-renowned high performance coach, and one of the most-watched, quoted and followed personal development trainers in history. In today's episode, we share a lecture on managing stress from his onecommune.com course: The Wellness Master Class. Get ready to take some notes, because if y...

Apr 23, 201928 min

34. Into The Ice with Wim Hof

Get ready for an ice bath! Cold exposure is not only good training for the mind, but also has incredible health benefits on a cellular level. Meet Wim Hof, aka The Ice Man, and hear about how his ability to withstand extreme temperatures caught the attention of scientists all over the world, who began to study his physiology and his methods. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Apr 16, 201933 min

32. Learn to Human Better with Lauren Handel Zander

Lauren Handel Zander has helped motivate thousands of people to drop their excuses, dream big, and live into those dreams. In today’s episode, Lauren talks about how loving, radical self-honesty might also be the secret to lifelong happiness. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Apr 02, 201934 min

31. What is "Normal" Health? with Dr. Mark Hyman

Functional medicine specialist Dr. Mark Hyman is here to help us have more meaningful and productive conversations with our doctors. For today’s episode, we treat you to a sample of his Commune course “Hacking Your Healthcare,” which is all about asking for the right tests and understanding the results through the lens of optimal health. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Mar 26, 201923 min

30. The Solution to Meditation Hesitation? with Emily Fletcher

Meet Emily Fletcher, meditation teacher and founder of the Ziva Technique. Even though so many of us feel like we SHOULD be meditating, we’re still not making time for it. With a simple shift in perspective, Emily and Jeff break down the barriers to entry for meditation. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com. Learn more about The Ziva Technique at www.zivameditation.com.

Mar 19, 201935 min

29. Marianne Williamson on Spirituality Over Ambition

Running for President of the United States might seem like one of the most ambitious things a person could do, but Marianne Williamson sees it differently. While she lives a life of great achievement, she also lives a very spiritual life, not where she is making something happen, but where she is allowing everything to happen. In this episode Marianne teaches about how ambition gets in the way of spiritual transmission. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Mar 12, 201922 min

28. Redefining Leadership: Do the Work

When we use our internal journey as the basis for an active, positive, and innovative participation with others, we can lead with intention, find greater connection, and take actions that embody our love. Join Seane Corn, Suzanne Sterling, and Hala Khouri for a special peek into their Commune Course: Redefining Leadership. Learn more at www.OneCommune.com.

Mar 04, 201927 min

27. The Superpower of Trauma with Hala Kouri

We have the power to resolve our traumas with mindful, embodied practices; break free from our past, find happiness in our present, and become better leaders. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Feb 26, 201932 min

26. The Leaders Within with Seane Corn

The world is in crisis and humankind is searching for its next class of leaders. How can we develop tools for leading with humility and love? Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Feb 20, 201934 min

25. Valentine's Day Special

Part love-story and part practical advice, Commune co-founders Jeff Krasno and Schuyler Grant invite you into their world of shared businesses, three daughters, and 30 years of marriage. What does it take to keep a partnership healthy when the goal isn't work-life balance, but rather work-life integration?

Feb 12, 201925 min

24. Open Your Breath, Open Your Life with Scott Schwenk

How can we access extraordinary states of consciousness without using mind-altering drugs? The answer is as simple as the air we breath. By altering our breath, we can reveal suppressed nonverbal memories and connect to the dynamic stillness behind our thinking minds. In today’s episode, breathwork teacher Scott Schwenk explains how this ancient practice can deeply transform our quality of life. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Feb 05, 201931 min

23. Tapping into Healing with Jennifer Partridge

After years of struggling with anxiety attacks, drug abuse, and PTSD, Jennifer Partridge discovered tapping, which draws on modern psychology, Chinese medicine and neuroscience. She witnessed a change within herself and dedicates her life to helping others heal through tapping. Learn all about this powerful healing modality! Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Jan 29, 201928 min

22. The Brain Science of Better Choices with Moran Cerf

What can we learn from modern neuroscience about achieving our highest potential? In this week’s episode, we go deep into the human psyche — literally. Meet Professor Moran Cerf, a neuroscientist and business professor who uses a truly groundbreaking process to observe the human brain directly from within. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Jan 22, 201925 min

21. Achieving Your Highest Potential with Brendon Burchard

We asked Brendon Burchard—a high performance expert, and one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed personal development coaches of our time—a very important question: How do highly successful people achieve so much without damaging their personal relationships or quality of life? After a near-death experience gave him a clarified sense of purpose, Brendon Burchard dedicated himself to helping people achieve their highest potential. In this episode Brendon shares how we can increase our produ...

Jan 08, 201940 min

20. Free Hugs with Ken Nwadike Jr.

Ken Nwadike Jr. (aka “The Free Hugs Guy”) is known for his work in de-escalating violence during protests, riots, and political rallies. His life story is one of a determined, tender heart—reminding us that we can accomplish incredible things if we remain motivated by love. We talk with Ken about how he went from sharing a room with four siblings and his mother in a homeless shelter to inspiring millions of people around the world. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Jan 01, 201945 min

19. Jesus Was An Activist with Pastor Ron Buford

What would Jesus do? Civil disobedience. Public demonstrations. Resisting authority. For this special Christmas episode, we take a look at Jesus Christ through the lens of activism… and there’s a lot to see. Listen to this soulful, biblical interview with Pastor Ron Buford, who is the founder of Racist Anonymous, and Pastor at the Congregational Church of Sunnyvale. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Dec 25, 201837 min

18. How We Gather with Angie Thurston

The fastest growing religion in America, is no religion at all! Religious disassociation is a trend being led by Millennials - the most plugged-in, racially diverse, and (apparently) least religiously affiliated generation in American history. So if they aren’t showing up in churches, then where are they gathering? To answer these questions, we talk to Angie Thurston, the Director of Formation at the On Being Impact Lab about “How We Gather,” a groundbreaking report she co-authored profiling new...

Dec 18, 201829 min

17. Our F'd Up Food System with Tim Ryan

The American food system is broken. It’s literally killing us. Equally upsetting is learning how taxpayers (that’s you!) are funding this toxic feedback loop. In this episode, we talk with Congressman Tim Ryan about the inner workings of what went wrong while envisioning a healthier, more sustainable future. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Dec 11, 201828 min

16. The Modern Elder with Chip Conley

By 2020 a quarter of all working people in the US will be 55 or older, but our youth-oriented culture leaves many of them feeling invisible, undervalued, and threatened by younger folks in the workplace. Chip Conley is an American hotelier, hospitality entrepreneur, author, and speaker, out to change all that. He’s ushering in a new way of thinking that embraces the value that age brings to one’s life, career and to the workplace. Learn more about Commune courses and events at onecommune.com.

Nov 27, 201834 min

15. Hacking Your Healthcare with Dr. Mark Hyman

Are you ready to take ownership of your own healthcare? Our current system is broken; we’re focused on treatments and pills rather than positive outcomes. Meanwhile, the rates for nearly every modern disease are increasing, even as the U.S. spends 20% of its GDP on medical care. Functional medicine seeks to change all that! Meet Dr. Mark Hyman, a Functional Medicine physician on the frontlines of a healthcare revolution. He’s an author, Founder and Director of the UltraWellness Center, and Direc...

Nov 20, 201836 min
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