Teaching yoga isn’t about impressing your students—it’s about supporting them. On this episode, Jason shares 5 things to keep in mind if you're a yoga teacher (especially in the first five years). His ideas will help you feel grounded, confident, and inspired as you build your yoga teaching career. Heads up: Module II of Jason's 300-hour YTT is come up in two week! This is the core + spine module but it's also the module where he does a deep dive into the yoga philosophy of Patanjali. You can ge...
Aug 05, 2025•31 min
This week my guest is Philadelphia-based yoga teacher, Matthew Shaw. Matthew joined the Jason Crandell Yoga Method team as our Lead Teacher Training Mentor this year and has been a longtime student of Jason's. What I didn't know until a few weeks ago is that Matthew spent 20 years in a previous life as a successful opera singer, performing on major stages across Europe—including Germany, Austria, and Hungary. In this conversation, Matthew shares how, in the second half of his career, just as he ...
Jul 23, 2025•52 min
This week, I’m joined by yoga teacher and global mindfulness facilitator Josh Blatter. We talk about his teaching journey—from the yoga studio to his work with Peace on Purpose, a program that supports United Nations staff working in some of the most high-pressure environments in the world. Josh shares: Why questioning long-held beliefs is vital for yoga teachers Studying in the Viniyoga lineage and the individualized approach to yoga What it was like to study at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandira...
Jun 17, 2025•55 min
On this episode, we dive deep into 5 of the most common yoga cues—offering clearer, more effective alternatives that enhance both understanding and practice. Whether you’re a yoga teacher seeking to improve your verbal communication or a dedicated practitioner eager to refine your alignment, this episode will help you: ✔️ Clarify common cues like “lift your kneecaps” and “tuck your tailbone” ✔️ Understand why some cues aren’t landing and how to adjust them ✔️ Enhance your students’ experience wi...
Jun 09, 2025•35 min
In this episode, Jason dives deep into one of the most overlooked — and often overwhelming — skills in yoga teaching: verbal communication . Whether you're a new teacher still getting comfortable saying anything aloud, or a seasoned instructor trying to say less with more impact, this conversation is full of practical insights. You’ll learn how to refine your voice, distill your message, and create space for your students to absorb and respond. Highlights from the episode include: Why saying les...
Jun 04, 2025•44 min
What if everything you’ve learned about pranayama tells only half the story? In this episode, Jason Crandell breaks down the two radically different approaches to pranayama found in traditional Hatha Yoga and Patanjali’s Raja Yoga. These lineages share a goal—liberation through practice—but their breathwork techniques, underlying philosophies, and mechanisms of transformation couldn’t be more different. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, a teacher-in-training, or a student curious about the deeper r...
May 20, 2025•24 min
We're happy to be back with Yoga(ish)! On this episode, we reflect on Autism Acceptance Month. We talk about internalized ableism, ADHD, the power of special interests, and how creating the right environment can unlock learning and joy for neurodivergent kids. Plus: a very passionate review of our current comedy obsession (I Think You Should Leave). CHAPTERS 01:05 Autism Awareness Month 01:30 Love on the Spectrum: A Heartwarming Show 03:54 Personal Reflections on Neurodivergence 13:27 Understand...
May 06, 2025•46 min
Feeling stuck, uninspired, or overwhelmed in your teaching journey? In this episode, Jason shares 5 timeless lessons from yoga philosophy that support you — the teacher. These aren’t abstract ideas for your students — they’re personal, practical teachings to help you stay grounded, motivated, and aligned as you grow. Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned educator, these insights from the Yoga Sutras and beyond offer tools for navigating self-doubt, comparison, burnout, and creative fatigue....
May 04, 2025•42 min
On this episode, Jason shares how to find your voice as a yoga teacher, how it evolves through different life phases, and how to sustain it over the long haul. You’ll learn why finding your voice is an ongoing process, how to stay confident as a yoga teacher, and how to overcome burnout, self-doubt, and comparison. You'll learn: • How to find your voice as a yoga teacher (and why it’s always evolving) • The role of passions, practice, and personal growth in shaping your teaching style • Common o...
Apr 29, 2025•46 min
On this episode, Jason addresses a common question he gets from yoga teachers: When will I start to feel more sure of myself, more confident in my teaching? Whether you’re newly certified or have been teaching for years, this episode will help you fill in the missing pieces and grow into the confident, grounded, and impactful yoga teacher you want to be. What You’ll Learn: • Why so many yoga teachers feel stuck or unprepared after their 200-hour yoga teacher training • The real reason yoga teach...
Apr 24, 2025•42 min
In this episode, Jason guides you through 3 simple yet powerful pranayama techniques to help you unwind, relax, and get better night's sleep. These breathing exercises are perfect for reducing stress, calming the mind, and promoting relaxation—whether you’re winding down after a busy day or preparing for a restful night’s sleep. Time codes: 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:44 Overview of Pranayama for Relaxation and Sleep 02:33 Chandra Bhedana Pranayama Explained 07:28 Lengthened Exhalations...
Apr 15, 2025•21 min
Teaching pranayama and breathwork can feel overwhelming—even for experienced yoga teachers. In this episode, Jason breaks down the five most common mistakes teachers make when teaching pranayama and offers simple, research-backed solutions that will help you guide breathwork with clarity, confidence, and impact. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your skills, this episode will help you simplify your approach to pranayama, avoid common pitfalls, and create a more meaningful experience f...
Apr 08, 2025•45 min
This is episode 1 of a four-part series on Pranayama: On this episode, we explore why breathwork matters so much for yoga teachers and how to effectively integrate pranayama into your yoga classes. Whether you're a seasoned yoga teacher or simply interested in deepening your pranayama practice, this conversation will help you understand why breathwork is essential and how to teach it with confidence. We talk about: The most important pranayama benefits for your own practice and your teaching. Wh...
Apr 01, 2025•57 min
Looking for fresh ideas to keep your classes engaging and effective? In this episode of Yogaland, we’ll show you how to plan a month-long yoga series that helps your students build skills, gain confidence, and deepen their practice over time. If you’re tired of planning classes one-by-one and want to teach more cohesively and effectively, this episode is for you! Whether you’re a new yoga teacher looking for guidance or an experienced teacher wanting to expand your teaching approach, you’ll lear...
Mar 23, 2025•42 min
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. Whether mild (commonly called a concussion) or severe, TBI can create long-term health challenges ranging from cognitive fatigue, to memory loss to insomnia and mental health issues. This episode explores how LoveYourBrain 's free yoga and meditation program benefits people affected by TBI and their caregivers. Since 2015, Dr. Kyla Pearce, Senior Director of Programs and Research at LoveYourBrain , has trained ove...
Mar 18, 2025•55 min
Have you ever felt like your students aren’t fully absorbing what you’re teaching? Want to make your cues, sequences, and insights truly stick? On this episode, Jason reveals the top teaching strategies every yoga instructor should know to enhance student learning, improve retention, and create transformative class experiences. Highlights: ✅ The difference between leading a class vs. teaching for deep learning. ✅ How repetition & thematic sequencing improve student retention. ✅ Why students ...
Mar 11, 2025•45 min
Jason’s getting Invisalign. Andrea’s diving into writing. Our daughter just got a new horse named… Namaste. Yep. It’s a lot. 🤣 In this episode of Yoga(ish), we get personal—talking about self-consciousness as yoga teachers, how our jobs shape our confidence, and why getting adult braces feels way more vulnerable than it should. We also dive into Andrea’s new writing project, her experience in a creative writing group, and the struggles of finding a new horse for our daughter’s riding journey. A...
Mar 04, 2025•47 min
Reggie Hubbard, founder of Active Peace Yoga, has stories to share: He has spent the past year building his online meditation, sound healing, and resilience trainings online, all while recovering from a stroke and learning to care for himself in a completely new way. Prior to his work in the yogasphere, Reggie was a seasoned political strategist, working on the Bernie Sanders campaign, as a congressional liaison for MoveOn, and in many other high profile positions over three decades. Reggie shar...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 18 min
This week, Jason shares his ambitious new project of documenting a 200-hour yoga teacher training, Andrea has a surprise run-in with one of her favorite actors, and Jason recounts reconnects with high school friends at an LA Clippers game. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 20, 2025•46 min
Is it just us or has it been an intense year already? We're here to help -- or at least we've got some ideas. On this episode: Jason shares a social media post calling for a bubble of sensible, critical thinkers amid growing societal tumult. We dive into the benefits of yoga in fostering non-reactivity and stress the importance of cultivating joy and creativity in trying times. Plus, we talk about volunteering, cultural influences in yoga, and what we've been reading and watching, including a de...
Feb 03, 2025•48 min
This week's solocast from Jason addresses a frequently asked question from yoga teachers: "Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice?" The answer is a lot more nuanced than you might think. Jason explores four scenarios, emphasizing that teaching is not solely about personal ability but also about understanding and communication. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 18, 2025•33 min
Our last episode of the year features answers to your burning questions. We talk about our favorite family moment of the year, our favorite books, Instagram accounts, which sporting event we'd go to if we could go anywhere, and what it means to us to be yogis. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 28, 2024•48 min
This week, we answer your burning questions! We discuss the benefits of long vs. short yoga practices, strengthening the piriformis, structuring cohesive flows for teachers, the role of counterposes in yoga practice, plus lots more! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 24, 2024•51 min
On this week's episode: Jason shares his intense week of tech challenges and how it triggers his ADHD. Andrea recounts a heartfelt compliment she received from a stranger and asks for some dream analysis. Plus, we share a quirky holiday fail and how Taylor Swift's Eras Tour reminded us of how important it is to take in positive media and messaging. PS: Mind Body Reset -- our online inner retreat -- is happening in February 2025. To learn more and sign up, go to: jasonyoga.com/reset Support this ...
Dec 18, 2024•48 min
This week: A short but effective meditation to help you find your place of natural, easy calm in the midst of busy, modern life. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2024•11 min
On our third episode of Yoga-ish, we share both joyful and not-so-joyful stories of past Christmases and we offer ideas for navigating the holidays if you are just NOT FEELING it this year. We all have those years -- some more than others -- but it is truly part of being human. What if you treated yourself with compassion and endeavored to find your own pockets of joy, however/whatever they may be? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yogaland . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Dec 08, 2024•46 min
This episode is a heartfelt celebration of part-time yoga teachers! Too often, we hear part-time teachers being self-deprecating and implying that they don't feel like "real" yoga teachers. So, we put out a call on social media for part-time yoga teachers to share your stories -- we asked you why you teach part-time, what keeps you going, and what the challenges are. We culled through the responses and share the highlights in this episode. The stories are inspiring and converge on a simple, yet ...
Dec 07, 2024•39 min
This week we talk about our trip to San Francisco, including flash flood warnings, Andrea's 10-year cancer check-up, and why it still feels like home. Plus, Jason shares his passion for Airpods and how they keep him sane. Andrea shares her best and worst Netflix Christmas romcoms. ********************************** Don't miss our FIRST EVER Cyber Monday sale (which we're running til Wednesday, go figure). We're offering 20% off all of our continuing education courses including: Mind-Body Reset T...
Dec 01, 2024•53 min•Ep. 2
We're introducing another weekly episode into your feed -- it's a less scripted, more casual conversation we're calling Yoga-ish. Just like it sounds, it will be about yoga, but not only about yoga. Because, as we always say, yoga isn’t just about poses; it’s a lens through which we view life. This week! We share Mike Tyson's unexpected wisdom, the quirky joys of our bedtime routine, what made (sort of) Jason cry last week, and how we're currently attempting to respond to the craziness of our so...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Curious about online yoga teacher training? Our latest podcast explores how Jason crafted a seamless and interactive 200-hour program that brings the community together. 🧘♀️👥 Whether you’re a teacher or a student, learn how to thrive in an online setting. Jason shares insights into how he structured the program to address these challenges, including creating a sense of cohort among participants, utilizing small group breakout sessions, and developing methods to help students verbalize their p...
Nov 18, 2024•36 min
