Best Asana Society Podcasts (2024)

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Yoga Sutras with Wendy Newton 25:33

1h ago25:33

25:33

ISHTA Yogiraj Wendy Newton talks about her upcoming course and shares some insights on the Yoga Sutras. More info on the course at ISHTAYoga.com Namaste!By Peter Ferko

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Beyond Borders: Exploring the Ancient Sounds | Daniel Scruggs 1:19:53

36m ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Daniel Scruggs shares his mission with Peace Culture Music, focusing on educating and inspiring through rare musical instruments and artifacts. He reflects on his personal journey, including struggles with dysgraphia and attention issues, which fueled his passion for music and culture. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embracing uniquen…

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The Inside Story: TurboTax PersonalPro's Initial Failure 25:07

10d ago25:07

25:07

In November 2014, Brian Crofts prepared for a crucial meeting with two top-level executives at Intuit. One was CeCe Morken, his boss, overseeing Intuit’s Professional Tax (ProTax) business—a $422 million enterprise selling tax preparation software to accountants. The other was Sasan Goodarzi, in charge of Intuit’s $1.8 billion TurboTax division, pr…

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Asana Tips: Sun Breath 7:24

25d ago7:24

7:24

I share a few tips on how to approach asana, and how to do a powerful, simple vinyasa: the Sun Breath. This episode of Peter's Podcast is also a video. Check it out on YouTube/@peterspodcast Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon. Thank you! NamasteBy Peter Ferko

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Living in the Golden Present | Mataji 1:31:24

14d ago1:31:24

1:31:24

In this episode of the Integral Yoga Podcast, Mataji shares insights into her life journey and spiritual path. Born in Washington DC on April Fool's Day, she considers her birth a blessing. Reflecting on her childhood, Mataji recalls her cheerful disposition and love for quiet introspection and learning. She discusses her upbringing in a household …

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Building Pendo: The Early Struggles & Eventual Strategy for Success 45:15

18d ago45:15

45:15

You will be treated to the fascinating beginnings of Pendo, a product experience platform company now valued at over two and a half billion dollars. We'll highlight Pendo's growth from an initial sponsor to a prominent supporter of product conferences. Todd Olson, Pendo's CEO, joins to recount his journey prior to Pendo at Rally Software and the su…

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Product Market Fit: A Deep Dive 33:47

20d ago33:47

33:47

In this episode of Rocketship.fm, hosts Michael Sacca and Mike Belsito take listeners through an in-depth examination of the pivotal business concept known as product market fit. They begin by acknowledging that, despite frequently using the term, they haven't fully dissected its meaning in previous episodes. They outline the importance of product …

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Tales of the Spirit | Snehan Born 58:31

27d ago58:31

58:31

The podcast delves into the profound spiritual journey of Snehan Born, tracing his path from early experiences in church to a lifelong quest for truth and enlightenment. Through encounters with various religious traditions, philosophical explorations, and travels worldwide, Snehan embarks on a quest to understand the deeper meaning of existence. Sn…

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TikTok on the Chopping Block: The TikTok Controversy in the United States 30:36

1M ago30:36

30:36

Are you keeping up with the TikTok saga? The tides are shifting yet again, and this time the app faces a significant crossroad in the United States. Join us on the latest episode of Rocketship.fm as we delve into the complexities surrounding TikTok's potential ban and what it could mean for the tech industry and beyond. This podcast is brought to y…

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May You Flower this Spring! 1:04:05

1M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Today we head to meditation class for Shakti Chalani, a beautiful practice that traditionally uses the image of a snake to represent kundalini shakti — the movement from the earthbound to the transcendent perspective. Alan Finger taught us a form of this alternative, which uses a sprouting flower. I think it's a perfect image for Spring. Enjoy the …

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The Sprig Journey to Product Market Fit plus Tech Industry Insights 30:41

1M ago30:41

30:41

In this episode, Michael Sacca and Michael Belsito drop some major news before diving into the latest developments in the AI space. They discuss the tempered expectations surrounding generative AI and its impact on tech giants and consumers alike. Amidst the AI hype, companies are cautious about investing in new AI services due to high costs and qu…

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Ups, Downs, Cycles: a Meditation 1:04:29

2M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

Join me in class for a meditation on the cycles of life.By Peter Ferko

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Let's Do Less | Rachel Jensen 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Rachel discusses her philosophy of "Let's Do Less," advocating for slowing down in today's fast-paced world. She emphasizes the power of doing less for self-care and healing, particularly in trauma work. Rachel explores the intersection of presence, genuine connection, and identity in self-care practices. She highlights the importance of being mind…

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Looking back on our 2023 Predictions 32:55

2M ago32:55

32:55

In this episode, join us as we revisit the predictions made last year and assess their impact on the tech landscape. The forecast of an impending recession, particularly hitting the tech sector first, has proven true, with notable companies facing multiple rounds of layoffs. The unsettling trend of stocks rising amidst job cuts continues to raise e…

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Tuning In | Narada Williams 1:01:54

3M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

The conversation delves into the profound impact of communal singing and the healing power of sound vibration, emphasizing the significance of discovering one's authentic voice. It explores experiences in group singing settings, highlighting the importance of encouragement and support for individuals to overcome fear and judgment. Reflections on pr…

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From Concept to Market: The PMF Journey of Dagster 31:17

2M ago31:17

31:17

On todays episdoe we discuss Dagster, a data orchestration platform developed by Dagster Labs, founded by Nick Schrock in 2018. Schrock, known for co-founding GraphQL, envisioned Dagster as a solution to the challenges of managing complex data pipelines reliably and at scale. The discussion centers on exploring Dagster's history, particularly focus…

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Healing from Within | Heather Mason 55:50

3M ago55:50

55:50

Heather Mason, the founder of the Minded Institute, shares her compelling journey from personal mental health challenges to becoming a leading advocate for yoga therapy integration into healthcare systems. Drawing from her own experiences and the transformative power of yoga and mindfulness meditation, Mason emphasizes the need for alternative appr…

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Beyond Sight: Unpacking the Apple Vision Pro 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

Mike Belsito and Michael Sacca reflect on the common occurrence in the consumer tech industry where new competitor products emerge to overshadow original popular products, citing examples like the iPhone overtaking the Blackberry and Facebook surpassing MySpace. They discuss the rarity of a new competitor product being priced significantly higher t…

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Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra, and Taylor Swift 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

We're off to class for a talk and a meditation on the granthis, with a nod to Tay Tay.By Peter Ferko

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Streamlining Workflows: The Asana Automation Journey 30:49

3M ago30:49

30:49

Today, hosts Michael Sacca and Mike Belsito dive into the intricacies of a product that has sparked both admiration and frustration among its users: Asana. As they unpack Asana's evolution, they explore its inception by co-founders Justin Rosenstein and Dustin Moskovitz, with Dustin's departure from Facebook marking the genesis of a vision for mode…

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Biden's Robo Call + The best of CES 29:48

4M ago29:48

29:48

Tune in to the latest episode of Rocketship.FM as hosts Mike Belsito and Michael Sacca dive into the exciting world of tech products and innovations. In this episode, they explore recent developments from the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and discuss the latest trends shaping the tech landscape. From deepfake robocalls impersonating politica…

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Challenging the Norms | Michelle Jacobi 54:54

3M ago54:54

54:54

In this enlightening episode, Michelle Jacobi shares her captivating journey into the world of yoga. Starting as a professional dancer in New York with a keen interest in philosophy, Michelle stumbled upon yoga for its profound background rather than its physical aspect. During this conversation she recalls a transformative experience at the Uptown…

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The Story Behind Andrew Wilkinson's Flow App 46:20

3M ago46:20

46:20

The podcast episode discusses Andrew Wilkinson's entrepreneurial journey, particularly focusing on his founding of the company Flow, a task tracking and productivity app for teams and small businesses. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by Flow as a bootstrapped business in a competitive market dominated by venture-backed giants like…

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📰 Invision, Pitch & CPTO's + 👩🏼‍💻 Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Product Operations with Melissa Perri and Denise Tilles 45:31

4M ago45:31

45:31

In the first episode of 2024, hosts Mike Belsito and Michael Sacca kick off the new year with a fresh format. Introducing a segment on Product News and featuring insightful interviews, they dive into the evolving realm of Product Operations. With a special focus on the recently published book "Product Operations: How Successful Companies Build Prod…

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Happy New Perspective! with Wendy Newton 32:35

5M ago32:35

32:35

Wendy and I share some insights from our New Year's special class on drishti and perspective. I mention a podcast episode and quote Dr. Mark Leary. The podcast is Finding Mastery 12/27/2023 . Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon. Thank you! You can take class and workshops with Peter. Find the full list of links here. You can find Wendy at ISH…

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Stop that A/B Test (and do this instead) 22:09

4M ago22:09

22:09

Today we talk with Ben Foster the Chief Product Officer at GoCanvas and former product manager at Ebay. Ben is a wealth of Product knowledge and experience and today we discuss the topic of A/B testing and how he's evolved his focus to be vision driven so that he doesn't miss the big opportunities to solve customer problems. This was a hard learned…

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Holistic Horizons | James Knight 53:31

5M ago53:31

53:31

This dialogue between James and Avi takes a deep dive into the states of unified consciousness and the challenges of maintaining an expanded awareness amidst the daily nuances of life. Explore the concept of 'inner yes' as a guiding force in decision-making, where the body's sensations become a compass for mindful choices. Witness James' reflection…

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Playing Cards to Super Mario: The Evolution of Nintendo 20:00

5M ago20:00

20:00

The history of Nintendo traces back to 1889, when it was founded to produce handmade hanafuda. Nintendo Co., Ltd. (任天堂株式会社, Nintendō kabushikigaisha) is a Japanese multinational consumer electronics company headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. It eventually became one of the most prominent figures in today's video game industry, being the world's largest…

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Gimlet Unplugged: A Deep Dive into the World's Premier Podcast Powerhouse 31:17

5M ago31:17

31:17

From his first awkward pitch to investor Chris Sacca, to their acquisition by Spotify, Alex Blumburg has built one of the most influential companies working in Podcasts today. The company was founded in 2014 by Alex Blumberg and Matthew Lieber, who serve as the company's CEO and president respectively. In February 2019, Spotify announced it had ent…

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From Playdates to Pixels: Debunking the Phone for Kids Debate 35:26

5M ago35:26

35:26

Mike's in a bit of a predicament. His 10-year-old son is asking for a phone. But like many parents, Mike isn't sure when the right time is to get his kid his first phone. On this episode, we weigh the positives and negatives of getting a phone, and look at how parents can be proactive in handling their children's phone use. This podcast is brought …

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Spiritual Strength | Govind Das 1:02:39

5M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

In this episode, Govind Das shares profound reflections on his recent visit to India, marking his 21st journey to the country. He emphasizes the spiritual richness of sacred places like Rishikesh and Vrindavan, contrasting them with the materialistic focus of big cities. The conversation delves into the significance of rituals and practices in conn…

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Ayurveda and Yoga with Naomi Edwards 41:07

6M ago41:07

41:07

Peter talks Ayurveda, the Indian science of health, with Naomi Edwards. Naomi is a Holistic Health Practitioner who specializes in Ayurveda, Yoga and Plant Medicine. Her passion is to share the knowledge of these ancient practices and give people the education of preventative health in a joyful way. She is the founder of Hillabrant Holistics, an Ay…

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A Gratitude Meditation for Thanksgiving 58:50

6M ago58:50

58:50

Today we go to ISHTA Meditation class for a fusion meditation of kriya yoga and gratitude practice. Enjoy! There is 18 minutes of silence in the middle, followed by a practice of mantra and mudra to bring inspiration from your meditation back into living. Enjoy, and happy Thanksgiving. Namaste Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon. Take the upc…

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Living Yoga Principles | Prakash Capen 56:02

6M ago56:02

56:02

Prakash explores yoga as unity, emphasizing its role in bringing people together. She delves into Raja yoga, focusing on the study of yoga sutras, advocating for individual reflection and practical application of yogic principles. Capen addresses the challenge of self-judgment, advocating for a sense of humor in the pursuit of balance. She discusse…

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Ink vs. Algorithm: The Writer Strike Dilemma 26:04

6M ago26:04

26:04

Join us as we explore the intricate relationship between human authors and AI content generation. We'll navigate the complexities of this debate at the heart of the writer's strike. Is AI an innovation to embrace or a challenge to confront? What does it mean for the future of literature, journalism, and storytelling? This podcast is brought to you …

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Practice is the Silver Bullet 44:01

7M ago44:01

44:01

Wendy Newton and I discuss the practical importance of subtle body, spiritual practices in addition to taking care of business out in the physical world. Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon. You can take class online and in-person with Peter (and Wendy!) at ISHTA Yoga. Know a video gamer you wish would take care of their wellness, including y…

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The Power of Pausing | Jess Frey 49:53

6M ago49:53

49:53

This podcast episode features a conversation with Jess Frey about her recent silent retreat experience and the idea of "coming home" to oneself. Jess and Avi delve into finding a balance between self-improvement and helping others. They discuss the concept of emotional armor and authenticity, highlighting the practice of pausing. The conversation a…

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e/acc: Can a meme pave the way to a utopian society? 18:48

7M ago18:48

18:48

Effective Accelerationism, abbreviated as e/acc, represents a collection of ideas and practices geared towards maximizing the likelihood of reaching the technocapital singularity. This movement aims to create an environment where emergent consciousness can thrive. Influential figures in the tech industry, such as Marc Andreessen, have shown their s…

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Seeing the Whole Picture: Om Namah Shivaya Meditation 47:32

7M ago47:32

47:32

Today, we go to meditation class at ISHTA Yoga for a meditation that helps make sense of our turbulent world. You can listen to the intro or join in the meditation. There are 20 minutes of silence in the meditation itself. Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon. May there be peace on earth. Namaste…

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Bloomfilter: Raising capital in a downturn 32:57

7M ago32:57

32:57

Bloomfilter is a process intelligence platform for software development. Their whole mission is built on the belief that businesses rely on software development to solve problems and deliver a better user experience. However, software development projects are notorious for missing deadlines and budget estimates. There’s some research that even show…

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