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Honestly Unbalanced

Adam Husler and Holly Huslerwww.honestlyunbalanced.com
The surface level of the wellness world is often a high gloss, picture perfect representation of balanced living. Adam and Holly Husler dig under that shiny surface and discover that the balanced-state is often a fleeting moment, with the rest of life being an ever-changing obstacle course of; struggles, opportunities, sweat and hard work. Though honest conversations, we track our guests' unique paths to success, how they navigate changing tides and the continuous search for their own version of happiness. @adamhusler and @iamhollyhusler are a London-based couple, leading yoga classes, trainings and sound journeys around the world. www.thehuslers.com
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#133 - Lucy Sesto - A Creative Approach to Working as a Yoga Teacher

“I knew teaching 20 classes a week wasn’t sustainable. I wanted to find something slower, more spacious.” Lucy Sesto ( @sestoyoga ) shares how her journey from GB acrobatic gymnast to sought-after yoga teacher shaped a uniquely grounded and artistic approach to teaching. With a background in Psychology and Sociology, Lucy combines movement and self-inquiry in a way that feels both intelligent and deeply human. We explore her shift from gym floors and reception desks to managing a London wellness...

Jul 31, 202554 min

#132 - Rory Williams - Redefining Strength for Modern Dads

"“So many guys look in the mirror and don’t recognise themselves anymore. Step one is taking back your physicality.” In this energising and brutally honest episode, we sit down with Rory Williams ( @rory_strongdad )— fitness coach, father of two, and creator of the “Strong Dad” movement—to explore what it really means to be a modern father. Rory opens up about the pressures dads face today: being present, being providers, and being strong—mentally, emotionally, and physically. We discuss the sil...

Jul 24, 202547 min

#131 - Adam Keen - Honouring Yoga’s Roots in Today’s World

Adam Keen( @adam_keen_ashtanga ) returns to the mic to unpack decades of experience as a yoga practitioner, teacher, and deep thinker. Practising since 1999 and one of the rare few to complete the Advanced A series in Mysore under Sharathji, Adam shares insights that only years of dedication can offer—cutting through the fluff of modern yoga while still teaching with compassion, humour, and nuance. Drawing on his experience running a Mysore programme in London for over a decade and his time imme...

Jul 01, 202559 min

#130 - Anthony Mullaly - Moving from Brute Force to Grounded strength and Resilience

From international rugby player to breathwork and resilience coach, Anthony Mullally has walked the path from brute force to grounded strength. In this raw and timely conversation, Anthony shares how his journey through elite sport—and the identity crisis that followed—led him to question traditional ideas of masculinity and purpose. Now a senior instructor for Deep End Fitness, he helps others push past their perceived limits through a unique blend of breathwork, functional fitness, and aquatic...

Jun 17, 20251 hr

#129 Punnu Wasu - Walking a Path of Growth in an Age of Comparison & Ego

Punnu Wasu is a globally respected kirtan singer, multi-instrumentalist, and spiritual teacher. Raised in India in a family of kirtan singers, he trained in classical music from childhood and went on to study meditation, yoga, Reiki, and holistic healing. Blending tradition with contemporary sound, his work creates profound, heart-opening experiences. ‪@PunnuWasu‬ “Intent is desire plus passion—and where it's sourced from matters deeply. Is it love, or is it ego?” WE CHAT ABOUT - Why your evolut...

May 22, 202553 min

#128 Lucy Lord - Simple made special recipes

Lucy Lord is a recipe creator, food photographer and yogi that’s has helped hundreds of people find confidence and creativity in the kitchen, without overwhelm . She shares weekly recipes in there supper club and in the co-founds of wellness platform Slow Sundays - @lordlucy "The only constant in this work is change. You can resist it, or you can adapt and find your own rhythm in the chaos.” WE CHAT ABOUT… The many hats worn by solo entrepreneurs and the value in creative skill building, finding...

May 06, 202555 min

#127 Charlie Follows - Building a yoga career in the digital age

What does it really take to build a sustainable, soul-aligned yoga career in the digital age? In this episode, we sit down with Charlie Follows , a wildly popular YouTube yoga teacher, whose calm demeanour and clear cueing belie the sheer grit, skill, and strategy behind her online presence. This conversation is a rare behind-the-scenes look into the world of digital content creation. We chat about .... managing energy as an introverted teacher, filming solo in the wilderness, building a busines...

Mar 24, 202552 min

#126 Lizzie Lasater - Overcoming restorative yoga misconceptions

Lizzie Lasater teaches creativity, functional movement, somatic strength, and Restorative Yoga. She holds a Bachelor’s degree, summa cum laude, in Art History from UCLA and a Master’s in Design from Columbia University in New York City. Lizzie jokes that she has been practicing since the womb because her mother, Judith Hanson Lasater , has taught yoga since 1971. Honoring her lineage while embracing contemporary movement science, Lizzie shares the powerful insights of yoga across the web, refini...

Mar 11, 202559 min

#125 Alex Crockford - Helping millions get healthier & happier

With millions of followers across multiple platforms, Alex Crockford is on a mission to help the world get fitter, healthier and happier! Whether through fitness coaching, acting, or social media, Alex exemplifies dedication, versatility, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting others @alexcrockford " “Consistency doesn’t have to mean intensity and hustle. It just means showing up for what’s important, even on the days you don’t feel like it." WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER Why to train mental health, c...

Feb 28, 202550 min

#124 - Rosie Turner - ADHD Untangled

Rosie Turner is on a mission to make movement accessible, empowering, and life-changing for ADHDers. As an Accredited ADHD Coach and founder of ADHD Untangled and The ADHD Movement Academy she helps others untangle shame, embrace their ADHD brains, and find movement that works for them . Whether through coaching or training wellness professionals, Rosie is redefining movement as a homecoming—not another place ADHDers have to mask . "ADHD isn’t a lack of attention. It’s an abundance of attention ...

Feb 14, 202549 min

#123 James ‘Hunter’ Crossley - From Gladiator to Sound Healer

James Crossley first gained national attention as "Hunter" on the ITV series Gladiators , then going on to pursue a diverse career encompassing; Shakespearean acting, recording breaking strongman lifting and being a celebrity wellness advocate. Transitioning into the realm of holistic wellness, he is one of the UK’s leading sound healer trainers, specialising in gongs and hand pans. @mrjamescrossley WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER the path from strongman to sound healer the power of consistency and committ...

Jan 31, 202546 min

#122 - Matt Giordano - Why you need to start thinking about biomechanics in yoga asana

Matt Giordano is a yoga teacher and founder of Chromatic Yoga, a global school focused on biomechanics and technique. Known for his joyful, transformative teaching, Matt empowers students to deepen their practice authentically. Based in Connecticut, he offers online and in-person trainings worldwide. @theyogimatt WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER How the concept of biomechanics applies to yoga asana The contrast of rigid alignment principles vs movement exploration. The benefit of teaching classes focusing o...

Jan 10, 202556 min

#121 - Hannah Barrett - Avoiding Yoga Teacher Pitfalls

Hannah is an author, wife and mother, who – after a decade working in finance – completely reassessed her life and stress levels and realised her true path lay in yoga. In fact, after the traumatic birth of her daughter, yoga helped Hannah rediscover who she was and her purpose in life. The transformational effect and growth yoga had on Hannah’s recovery gave her the passion to help others find strength and calm. Her new book, The Yoga Happy Year, encapsulates her mission to make yoga accessible...

Dec 10, 20241 hr

#120 - Richie Norton - Simple Practices to Change Your Life

Former rugby player turned human performance coach, @RichieNorton_ brings 15 years of experience working with elite athletes and trailblazers in the field of human optimization. As a Master Coach at XPT Life, Richie is skilled in Breathwork, Meditation, Callisthenics, Capoeira, and Yoga—his teachings are rooted in a wealth of expertise across diverse disciplines. His coaching isn’t just about fitness; it’s a transformative journey, equipping you with practical tools for breathing, movement, and ...

Nov 19, 202443 min

#119 - Mark Walsh - 'Mr Embodiment' on hacking your mental health with strength training

Mark Walsh, aka “Mr. Embodiment,” is the author of 2 books, host of the The Embodiment Podcast (2M+ downloads) and led The Embodiment Conference (500,000 participants). He founded the Embodied Facilitator Course, training 2,000+ coaches in over 40 countries. @warkmalsh YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT How bonding styles differ between men and women, when to outsource tasks to maximise efficiency, about the huge mental health benefits of strength training, the importance of ethical marketing, the misconception...

Nov 03, 202440 min

#118 - Arundhati Baitmangalkar -Finding Clarity, Compassion and Contentment

@Arundhati_Baitmangalkar is an Indian immigrant yoga teacher in America. She’s a yoga nerd, yoga teacher trainer, host of the Let’s Talk Yoga podcast, yoga studio owner, YouTuber and online content creator. Having lived in India for over 2 decades, she offers a unique yet refreshing perspective yoga for teachers and students. Her key areas of focus are on raising the bar of education, clarity and accountability for yoga teachers through her courses, podcast, content, writing & studio classes...

Oct 03, 20241 hr 1 min

#117 - Hannah Paradise - Being a wellness industry solo female founder

Hannah Paradise founded @Oyogo.london with the mission to change the landscape of wellbeing tourism. She believes that fly & flop travels are being replaced by a new-era of travel experiences that are helping people feel healthier, happier and elevate their personal well-being journey. Oyogo work at an expert advisory level to help their hotel clients become standout locations for well-being tourism. @hann_oyogo YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT How to build a business as a solo female founder, carving a n...

Sep 17, 202449 min

#116 - Jamie Clements - Breathwork for optimised daily living & transformation

Jamie Clements is a breathwork specialist and founder of @the_breath_space . Jamie has worked alongside top entrepreneurs, politicians, athletes, global brands and many more, to share the life changing potential of breathwork and altered states of consciousness. After discovering out first-hand just how impactful breathwork can be, Jamie strongly believes that breathwork is the most universal and powerful tool that we all have access to change our minds and live healthier, happier lives. YOU’LL ...

Sep 03, 202457 min

#115 - Dan Bosomworth - Founder of Brass Monkey Ice Baths

Dan is a husband, dad, career long marketer and recently founded ice bath company @BrassMonkeyIce in 2020. His journey started after converting a problematic chest freezer into an ice bath to enable a daily ice bath at home during the pandemic. The early benefits of cold water immersion were immediately obvious to him, feeling both challenged and changed in only a few minutes at 0°c. It led to the forming of Brass Monkey with his brother and now employing over 50 people, and shipping ice baths t...

Aug 26, 202451 min

#114 - Ashana - The Therapeutic Power of Sound Healing

Ashana ( @soundofashana ) is one of the premiere healing music artists and New Age vocalists of our time, weaving together soaring, angelic vocals and the celestial sound of alchemy crystal singing bowls. Her best selling music has been downloaded and streamed by millions of fans around the world. Ashana is an expert in the field of sound healing with crystal bowls, training students from all over the world in the art of applying crystalline sound to therapeutic and artistic healing modalities. ...

Aug 06, 20241 hr 9 min

#113 - Sophie Hellyer - Empowerment through cold water & kinship

Sophie Hellyer ( @sophiehellyer) is a breath, yoga and swim coach, who became a national champion surfer and model in her late teens. Over the years she has campaigned for diversity in surfing and become a prominent spokesperson on ocean pollution, sustainability and ethical fashion. In 2005, Sophie got sewage in her lung whilst surfing, this led to over a month in hospital and a life saving lung operation. Since then, Sophie has become passionate about the breath and sharing a deeper scientific...

Jul 16, 202453 min

#112 - Briohny Smyth - The futility of comparison as a yoga teacher and as a human

With 10+ years of experience building teacher trainings, online content, festivals, and retreats, @yogawithbriohny enjoys serving the global wellness community. Her immense social media following is a direct reflection of her understanding of the journey, as well as the care with which she dynamically adapts new content to naturally evolve student growth. Briohny’s favorite moments are in helping people find and blend their true values into their practice. Her biggest hope is that we can all do ...

Jul 04, 202448 min

#111 -Talilla Henchoz - Celebrating what our bodies can do, rather than how they look.

@talillahenchoz is a personal trainer, Women’s health coach and the Founder of the online training platform, Club Five. Talilla helps women + men all over the world to become the healthiest, happiest and strongest versions of themselves. You'll learn about.....The difference between calorie counting vs intuitive eating, how to navigate early relationship challenges and know your love languages, how to effectively dealing with trolls when sharing vulnerabilities online, why self belief is importa...

Jun 12, 202459 min

#110 -Danni Pomplun - Building inclusive and empowering yoga communities

Danni Pomplun ( @dannipomplun ) is an E-RYT 500 Teacher and fearless owner of Haum SF, a LGBTQ+ owned Yoga Studio in San Francisco, CA. He was born in the essence of inclusivity and with inspiration to create a safe space for you to be as you are in all your humanness. As a sober, queer-identifying Mexican-American, community has had an immeasurable impact on Danni’s life. Danni’s mission is to support organizations and individuals who uplift those who need it the most. A few proud accomplishmen...

May 31, 202449 min

#109 - Henika Patel- The common blocks to sensuality and sexuality

Henika Patel ( @henika.X ) is the founder of the School of Sensual Arts which invites you to uplift blocks to deeper sensuality and intimacy so that you can experience more connection, aliveness and joy in yourself, your relationships and your life! She does this by creating experiences, community and education based on authentic tantra and yoga philosophy from her lineage along with a unique blend of art and psychology to offer expression to all the unspoken parts of ourselves which long to be ...

May 17, 20241 hr

#108 - Sean Tucker - Finding meaning in the making

Sean is a Photographer, Filmmaker, Author and Speaker based in the UK. Over his career to date, he's been fortunate enough to tell visual stories for individuals, NGO'S and big multinational corporations across more than 20 countries. He's travelled many long hours as a solo filmmaker and photographer to create work with a meaningful message. In more recent years he began a popular YouTube channel where he seeks to inspire other creatives, and he's written and published a book sharing his philos...

May 03, 20241 hr

#107 Gemma Merna - Overcoming self-sabotage & learning to trust yourself

Gemma Merna is an award-winning actress, renowned for her iconic role of Carmel McQueen in Hollyoaks (2006-2014) and recently appearing in her dream role on Coronation street . She is a multifaceted powerhouse – a hypnotherapist, yoga teacher, life coach, and wellness expert - who has harnessed her expertise to inspire and educate her online audience on her platform and podcast of the same name. @gemmamerna WHAT YOU’LL LEARN How women can find their power, overcoming self sabotage, how to use vi...

Apr 19, 202449 min

#106 Adrienne Adhami - Focusing on your goals and create a life you love

Adrienne Adhami is a Wellbeing Coach, Author, and host of the ‘Power Hour’ podcast. Each week Adrienne shares insights about wellbeing, productivity and entrepreneurship. Power Hour has now reached more than 4 million downloads. She brand advisor specialising in wellbeing, technology, and innovation and has delivered workshops and keynotes for brands such as Apple, Google, Microsoft & Range Rover. Adrienne is the epitome of a digital entrepreneur and was named as a ‘Top 25 Black Entrepreneur...

Apr 05, 202458 min

#105 Cold Plunge Cam- The mental heath benefits of cold exposure

Cameron is a mental health advocate and social media influencer with ~400K followers across Instagram and TikTok. He uses ice baths in the summer and cold plunges in the winter to share his journey with various conditions like anxiety, depression and Tourette syndrome. ( @coldplungecam) You'll learn about .... how you can bond as a community though shared challenges, the mental health benefits of cold exposure, challenging negative self-perceptions, the importance of sharing mental health challe...

Mar 25, 20241 hr

#104 Sarah Ezrin - The Yoga of Parenting

Sarah Ezrin is the author of the award wininng ’The Yoga of Parenting’. She is a highly sought after yoga creator, writer, content creator and maternal mental health advocate based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Sarah lovingly supports people along their wellness and parenthood journeys. Her words, teachings and social media are supportive, healing sources for people to feel seen and heard. @sarahezrinyoga. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN How to balance the desire to be authentic and desire to be popular, the...

Mar 14, 202449 min
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