In this episode, Mat interviews the musician that created The Inner Work music album, St. Finnikin, as they take a deep dive into the personal stories and insight behind each song on the album. In this episode, Mat & Finn share: Finn's personal journey with each theme and what it brought up for him to sit with, learn from, and ultimately heal and move through How each song healed and transmuted different things within Finn's past Re-examining belief systems and their side effects on our live...
Apr 02, 2025•3 hr 16 min
In this episode, Mat interviews the musician that created The Inner Work music album, St. Finnikin, as they dive into the backstory of the album's creation. In this episode, Mat & Finn share: Finn's journey through making the album and how it changed him How knowing the themes of consciousness changes your view of yourself and others Finn's backstory on some of the songs and what they meant to him and brought up for him to examine The side effects of doing Inner Work Finn's inner exploration...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, Mat & Ash explore the wound of distrust and their relationships with fear, anxiety, and risk. Ash tells her story of coming from extremely worried parents who instilled fear in her, while Mat lived more on the edge in denial of any risks, flirting with unnecessary danger. Join them as they discuss the path to healing and how this wound can effect a relationship. In this episode, Mat & Ash share: Personal anecdotes of their own experiences with distrust and fear and how t...
Aug 17, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Mat and Ash are back from their writing sabbatical to announce their newest book, The Inner Work of Relationships!! In this episode Mat and Ash share exciting news of changes in their life as well as all the insight that is packed into their new book that they have been working on for the past two years! In this episode, Mat & Ash share: How to navigate when a partner doesn't want to do Inner Work Knowing when to walk away from a relationship Getting clear on your values and expectations for...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this heartfelt episode, Mat & Ash delve deep into the healing journey of overcoming grief and navigating the complex emotions of regret. Join them as they explore the transformative power of grieving with gratitude, sharing practical steps to move through grief as an essential part of the healing process. In this episode, Mat & Ash share: Personal anecdotes of their own encounters with grief and the weight of regret The role of the inner work in acknowledging and processing emotions, ...
Jul 04, 2023•54 min
In this episode Mat & Ash embark on a powerful conversation about the wound of overwhelm and coping with major setbacks, losses, age inappropriate responsibilities, and the demands of survival. In this episode Mat & Ash discuss: Personal experiences with loss, age inappropriate responsibilities, numbing with substances, not feeling into consequences, and survival stress The overcompensating and avoidant approaches humans take to coping with overwhelm and hopelessness Emotions are powerfu...
May 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min
In this episode Mat & Ash embark on a powerful conversation about reconciling our internalized guilt and the journey of forgiveness, both towards ourselves and others. In this episode Mat & Ash discuss: Personal experiences with religious trauma, self-criticism, perfectionism, and self-judgment The profound impact of guilt and judgment on our inner selves and relationships Understanding the ripple effects of religious trauma and its influence on perspectives and behaviors Breaking free f...
May 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min
On this episode of The Inner Work podcast, Mat and Ash explore the topic of self-sabotage and how it can be rooted in unhealed wounds of rejection and internalized shame. They share their personal experiences with these issues and dive deep into the traumas that can create shame, leading us to reject the good things and people in our lives as a defensive mechanism. Through their conversation, they provide insights on how to recognize the patterns and signs of self-sabotage, and offer practical s...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, Mat and Ash get real about how their belief in manifestation, the law of attraction, and "the secret" left them broke, deluded, and resentful of their human experience. They discuss the ways in which new age spirituality can create an unhealthy avoidance of finances, making it difficult to build wealth and stay grounded in reality. Other topics they discuss: The effects of being broke on their relationship and mental health The trauma of poverty and how it triggers the fight or ...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Join Mat and Ash for an illuminating episode that delves into their personal journey of flipping their dominant energies of the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine, and how it has transformed their relationship. In this captivating episode, they discuss: The realization that they were living primarily in each other's opposite energies (Mat in his feminine and Ash in her masculine), and the challenges it created in their relationship. The journey of acceptance and healing as they learned to flip...
Apr 18, 2023•1 hr 46 min
In this episode Mat and Ash discuss why Inner Work is required to have your dream sex life. In this episode they go over sex life after 10 years of being monogamous, healing shame and guilt around sexuality, erotic exploration from states of love rather than hidden darkness, kinks, the shadow, and the light, enlightenment in regards to sexuality, and how pornography is sabotaging intimacy. Enjoy all this and so much more in this epic episode on The Inner Work of Sex and Intimacy. Take Our Relati...
Dec 21, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash dive into one of the most common sources of relationship conflict caused from hidden expectations. They tell stories of their own most common miscommunications around things they expected but never communicated clearly. In this episode you will learn how to clearly communicate hidden expectations of your partner in order to avoid unnecessary conflict and pain. Take Our Relationship Workshop Series for Creating and Enjoying a Conscious Relationship! Click Here T...
Oct 12, 2022•53 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash explore the question of are you a safe partner to feel vulnerable around, be humble with, make mistakes, and heal? They go over the core mindset changes that have to be made in order to be a safe partner and do inner work successfully as a couple. They also go over the main steps for avoiding your partner getting defensive and lost in arguing when trying to bring something to their attention that is causing pain. Take Our Relationship Workshop Series for Creati...
Oct 05, 2022•51 min
In today's episode Mat and Ash reveal a common misconception in the spiritual community that we're all supposed to be "enlightened" and if anything isn't that we should push it away and reject it. Mat and Ash break this misconception down and the suffering it causes and replace it with genuine approach from the yoga tradition which is to actually lean into the discomforts of life and learn to love all the parts of ourselves we are running from. To read The Inner Work: An Invitation to True Freed...
Aug 17, 2022•41 min
In this episode Mat and Ash sit with Wynd of Holistic Human Design and discuss all that we can learn about ourselves from knowing our Human Design. Similar to insight from knowing our astrology, Human Design incorporates even more systems of self-awareness to guide us in knowing how to best make decisions, feel into what is true and authentic for us, and how to honor our energy and unique way of doing things based on our design type. Human Design Crash Course: https://holistichuman.design/human-...
Nov 02, 2021•59 min
In this week's episode, while Ash rests, Mat flies solo and takes you on the Hero's Journey of healing and shares insights and misconceptions about the healing experience. Mat shares the universal obstacles that every human has to face no matter where they are in their healing journey and shares his motivational insight on how to step into the unknown with courage. Mat shares stories from his own healing journey along with years of witnessing other people's journeys and observing the common simi...
Aug 04, 2021•55 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash dive into the "manifesting" new age craze and clarify a couple of massive misconceptions about where it comes from and what it actually means. They go over the New Age version and when it is useful as well as shed light on the original Hindu and yogic origins of what "manifesting" was actually referring to. They share their own journey with manifesting, the pitfalls to be aware of, and how to align yourself with your highest joy and freedom from practicing "rea...
Jul 21, 2021•40 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash dive into the triggering topic of pornography use, gaming, and the era of socially accepted addiction that they are noticing in the world. This discussion is for those who are seeking true self-mastery and lasting happiness and have the courage to look at the consequences of the use of these things. They share stories from their own journey and dive into the negative side effects and consequences that come from masking discomfort using substances or experiences...
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr 15 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash speak to the common theme they are seeing in spiritual communities in which spiritual standards and discipline are being abandoned under the premise of self-acceptance and a false sense of liberation. They share stories from their own journey and speak bluntly on topics such as sexualizing oneself on social media, substance use, and the difference between spiritual bypassing and accountability. To read The Inner Work: An Invitation to True Freedom and Lasting H...
Oct 14, 2020•55 min
One of the biggest misconceptions of empowerment is that the goal or sign of empowerment is our ability to create a life without discomfort, problems, or setbacks. This is actually backwards. Our empowerment and liberation is actually measured by our ability to face life's discomforts with ease, grace, and confidence. In this week's episode Mat and Ash discuss the transition that comes from realizing the path to liberation is actually through discomfort - not from escaping it. Furthermore, that ...
Sep 23, 2020•42 min
Law of attraction is gaining unprecedented popularity in the new age and spiritual communities. Spiritual seekers are flocking to its exciting promises but are unaware that its tenants are actually some of the most common distractions on the genuine path to enlightenment. In this episode Mat and Ash share their own experience with the law of attraction and compare it to the teachings of Self-realization and the sincere devotion to enlightenment. If you're wondering if Law of Attraction is workin...
Sep 16, 2020•42 min
In this episode Mat and Ash have the honor of speaking with Janet Stone about taking your yoga practice off the mat and into everyday life. Visit Janet online at https://janetstoneyoga.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janetstoneyoga/
Oct 30, 2019•45 min
In this week's episode, Mat & Ash discuss optimizing your life with bio-hacking expert Luke Storey. If you’ve ever thought about what steps you can take to upgrade your day to day life then you need to listen to today’s episode. Luke shares his wealth of knowledge on how to lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life. Visit Luke online at https://www.lukestorey.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukestorey/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrLukeStorey/ Twitter: https://twitt...
May 29, 2019•56 min
In this weeks episode, Mat & Ash discuss adopting a mindfulness practice with Mark Coleman, the author of “From Suffering to Peace.” If you are wondering how to put down your suffering and adopt happiness and peace as your new base line, this episode is for you! They talk about letting go of competition mentality by moving into sympathetic joy, how to make your life a moving meditation through embodied awareness, how to use mindfulness to move through negative emotions, and so much more! To ...
May 22, 2019•56 min
If you struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, worry, or are prescribed medications for calming down..this episode is for you! Mat and Ash share a personal story of panic in their lives plus interview Tom Bunn, who is the author of Panic Free: The 10-Day Program to End Panic, Anxiety, and Claustrophobia, which is the result of his many years addressing flight panic in his role as an airline pilot. He is also a licensed therapist, regular contributor to Psychology Today, and a former U.S. Air Force...
May 15, 2019•47 min
In this week’s episode, Mat & Ash talk about their intimate life and exploration with sacred sex and withholding orgasms to raise kundalini. They share with listeners their theory of using sex for expanding consciousness, explain the purpose of withholding orgasms, the repercussions and pitfalls of misusing sexual energies, and how to begin developing sacred sexual experiences for the highest purpose. To read The Inner Work: An Invitation to True Freedom and Lasting Happiness Click Here Foll...
May 08, 2019•53 min
In this week’s episode, Mat and Ash discuss the power that thoughts and emotions have over our lives and how repeated thoughts and emotions can create internal addictions to the chemicals certain emotions creates. To read The Inner Work: An Invitation to True Freedom and Lasting Happiness Click Here Follow The Yoga Couple on Tiktok Follow The Yoga Couple on Instagram Follow The Yoga Couple on Facebook...
May 01, 2019•45 min
In this week's episode, Mat and Ash share their experiences with tapping into the spiritual realms and interview Lee Harris regarding his newly released book, Energy Speaks. Lee Harris is an internationally acclaimed intuitive medium and transformational leader and in this episode you'll gain practical guidance and inspiration on all that the things that matter most to us. From love, money, personal power, self-expression, or finding your purpose, this interview will fill you with empowerment an...
Apr 18, 2019•1 hr 5 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash interview psychic medium, Bill Philipps, regarding his newly released book, Signs from the Other Side: Opening to the Spirit World. Listen in as they discuss all things spiritual from why we're here and our soul's purpose, death and dying, to how to connect with loved ones who have passed. This one will definitely leave you with goose bumps, chills, and wake you up to seeing the Signs from the Other Side. You don't want to miss it! Click Here to Order Signs Fro...
Apr 03, 2019•1 hr 4 min
In this week's episode Mat and Ash have the privilege of talking with Carly Pollack, a holistic nutritionist and author of her new book, Feed Your Soul. Listen in as Carly shares all that she's learned from her experience in helping thousands people with diet and weight loss and how to make health changes permanent. The catch, you have to do your Inner Work. Click here to read Feed Your Soul on Amazon, Kindle, or Audible! Click here to Visit Carly Pollack's Website...
Mar 21, 2019•50 min
