Best Steph & Brook Podcasts (2024)

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236 - Studio Ownership Roundtable w/Rachel Brooks and Steph Alston 1:10:56

8d ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Two studio owners, Steph Alston and Rachel Brooks, join me today, for the first in a series of conversations where we explore the realities, joys, challenges, and learning experiences of studio ownership. Both Rachel and Steph own, manage, and teach at studios that cater to less commonly targeted populations, so we talk about the why and how of tha…

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237 - If You're in Your Own Way 31:42

4h ago31:42

31:42

Today we talk tools and mindset shifts to overcome self-doubt and take actions that move us toward what we want in life, while moving with a sense of experimentation and playfulness, and a willingness to embrace failure. We also explore the power of using your voice, the value of repetition and observation in building confidence, and the shift from…

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Nikki: Setting Myself Free 57:12

14m ago57:12

57:12

After getting engaged, Nikki Vargas was staring down a lifetime of white picket fences, suburbs, and 2.5 kids. And deep down she knew she couldn’t do it. So years into a confining relationship, and even deeper into a love affair with travel and journalism that compromised the future her fiancé imagined, Nikki had to make a life-changing choice. She…

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235 - Own Your Voice for Creative Living 22:08

3d ago22:08

22:08

This past week I did a terrifying thing. It excited me and it's what I asked for, though. I spoke at an event. And I'm sharing this to illustrate the importance of saying yes to scary opportunities. And the need to trust yourself and give permission to explore and experiment. This is about owning your voice and building a creative life that is uniq…

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Kat: After the Report 45:55

5d ago45:55

45:55

Kat grew up internalizing that it was her “responsibility” to be careful around men. But when a male friend sexually assaulted her after a frat party, Kat knew the burden wasn’t hers alone to bear. She needed to seek justice. In a deeply vulnerable and reflective conversation with Stephanie, Kat provides a glimpse into what happened after she filed…

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234 - Rawness and Authenticity for Success w/Missy Bunch 1:54:12

11d ago1:54:12

1:54:12

Missy Bunch, a neurology expert and movement teacher to the pros, joins us today and I'm so excited! This is a juicy and vulnerable conversation and we talk so many things, from motherhood and movement science to business and making dreams come true. Some of today's takeaways: How authenticity and vulnerability on social media helps to connect on a…

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233 - Are Emotions Really Stored in Our Hips? 40:46

25d ago40:46

40:46

It's often said in yoga classes that emotions are stored in our hips. It's offered as a statement but today, I want to offer it as a question to explore. Takeaways Emotions are not necessarily stored in our hips; they are part of our overall human experience. We are more than one thing, and our emotions can be felt in various parts of our body. The…

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Listen Now: Stephanie on Everything Happens with Kate Bowler 51:37

26d ago51:37

51:37

Last Day listeners, today we're sharing with you Stephanie's conversation with Kate Bowler on her show Everything Happens. Kate is a professor at Duke University and someone who was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2015 that had already metastasized. She is now in remission, and spends lots of time talking to other people about the fact that …

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232 - Allow Yourself Evolution w/Carling Harps 1:56:26

25d ago1:56:26

1:56:26

In this conversation with longtime yoga and movement teacher Carling Harps, we explore the value of observation and experimentation in teaching, managing imposter syndrome, the transformative power of becoming a parent, and her multidisciplinary movement journey. We also dive into the power of curiosity, embracing vulnerability, and asking for what…

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231 - Anger without Apology 30:30

1M ago30:30

30:30

Today I share my newfound appreciation for anger and the importance of allowing it to flow through me. Recently, a beloved tree next to my house was cut down and it evoked some intense emotions. Through the experience, I came to understand the power of expressing anger and grief without apology and the value of having a witness who can hold space f…

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Alyssa: Stop Arguing With Reality 55:54

1M ago55:54

55:54

Alyssa Elliott has always prided herself on being a responsible, by-the-book kind of person. And it was exactly those qualities that were taken advantage of when Alyssa’s parents came to her for help, putting her on the hook for tens of thousands of dollars. A twenty-something just trying to make her own way in the world, she was suddenly drowning …

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230 - Revealing Your Authentic Power w/Kaili Meyer 1:44:00

1M ago1:44:00

1:44:00

Sales copywriter Kaili Meyer of Reveal Studio Co. is all about owning her voice. She joins us today and we go deep on business, authenticity, and writing to sell. Some episode highlights: - Why showing up as yourself is the way to magnetize clients - Five things to do when starting a new business - The four buyer types to understand - How writing a…

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229 - Watching Women Claim Themselves 15:12

2M ago15:12

15:12

I love watching women claim themselves. The process. The unfurling. The courage. Today I'm fired about it. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email (hello@bonnieweeks.com), Website Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HERE The music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting. Produced by: Grey T…

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Christine: In Our Crisis, We Have Opportunity 43:09

2M ago43:09

43:09

There are few modern photos more iconic than the image of Christine Blasey Ford with her hand raised in the U.S. Senate chamber, vowing to tell nothing but the truth about being sexually assaulted by then-nominee to the Supreme Court, Brett Kavanaugh. From that moment on, Christine’s life was forever changed, exposing her to vicious hate and shakin…

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228 - Authenticity as Resistance w/Jamie Fearn 1:36:55

2M ago1:36:55

1:36:55

Jamie Heron, a movement teacher and personal friend, joins us. We laugh a lot, and we talk about authenticity, taking up space, and challenging societal expectations as forms of resistance and empowered development. We explore how movement practices are interconnected and why it can be empowering to move beyond identifying with certain labels and d…

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Craig: The First Confirmed Case 53:36

2M ago53:36

53:36

It’s early 2020. COVID-19 begins to spread around the globe like wildfire, and many people –– particularly in the US — are stunned. But then there are doctors like Craig Spencer, who specialize in public health and know all too well the devastation that infectious disease can cause. Having worked to combat Ebola in West Africa years before, Craig r…

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227 - The Challenges and Rewards of Studio Ownership w/Steph Alston 1:21:36

3M ago1:21:36

1:21:36

Steph Alston joins for the first episode in a new series dedicated to yoga studio ownership. We're here to offer support to current and prospective owners and fill in some of the gaps in the larger conversation about not just studio ownership but the entrepreneurial life. Some of what we explore: The importance of knowing your why Practical advice …

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226 - What's the Difference Between Power Vinyasa and Vinyasa? 1:44:22

3M ago1:44:22

1:44:22

In this episode, we explore the difference between vinyasa and power vinyasa yoga. I share my personal definitions of vinyasa and power and how I teach them as well as some community comments and definitions shared in a recent conversation on my Instagram. We also talk about the lack of standardization in the industry; the importance of clear langu…

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Brooke: This Is Not Reality 46:35

3M ago46:35

46:35

Four years ago, Brooke had the best day of her life — then two months later, she had the worst. The whiplash from the bliss of her wedding day to the reality of mourning rocked Brooke to her core. She sits down with Stephanie to recount the beauty that she experienced before the loss that she suffered, and how she’s tried to let the two exist side …

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225 - Feel Like You're Winning? 36:09

3M ago36:09

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Today we talk the messy middle of life and the importance of acknowledging the challenges and losses we face. About the need for teachers to recognize that everyone is navigating their own internal landscape and to approach their students with empathy and understanding. I also share my approach to teaching handstands in a yoga flow, with focus on c…

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224 - The Power of Breath and Bravery with Iona Holloway 1:37:33

3M ago1:37:33

1:37:33

Iona Holloway, a breathwork facilitator and creator of Brave Thing, joins us today. We talk how bravely taking action and embracing heartbreak and imperfection to catalyze personal and professional growth. We talk about how breathwork can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and transformation and a supportive add-on to a yoga practice. We also di…

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Stefanie: Wine Moms 54:15

3M ago54:15

54:15

Stefanie Wilder-Taylor was a cool mom who loved wine. As an author and blogger, she made a name for herself championing mom’s right to booze. What better way to unwind during naptime than with a drink? But despite her jokes, she could never quite quell the nagging internal voice that maybe she was drinking too much. After nearly 30 years of shoving…

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223 - Choosing Your Responses to Life's Challenges w/Rodrigo Souza 1:39:16

4M ago1:39:16

1:39:16

We're joined today by Rodrigo Souza, a teacher of adaptive and accessible yoga. He shares his evolutionary journey since sustaining a life-changing spinal cord injury at the age of 33, paralyzing him from the chest down. Some episode highlights: Embracing imperfection and overcoming the fear of sharing your voice Identity is not fixed and can evolv…

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222 - How We Restore and Re-story 27:25

4M ago27:25

27:25

Today I'm reflecting on the concepts of restoring and re-storying ourselves, inspired by some big transitions I'm navigating as the parent of a child soon to be leaving home for college. He will become a new person and I will, too. But what happens before then--and now? This is about grief and love, and choosing to rewrite certain stories about our…

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Tamara: “My Daughter Is A Drug Addict?” 48:17

4M ago48:17

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After a trip to Disney World took an unexpected turn, Tamara’s world fell apart at the so-called “happiest place on earth.” At nearly 60 years old, Tamara suddenly found herself a mother all over again: this time, raising her six-year-old grandson. Tamara shares how addiction and loss brought her to this place, and how re-learning the act of parent…

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221 - Moving with Curiosity w/Trisha Durham 1:37:54

4M ago1:37:54

1:37:54

Trisha Durham joins us today! She's a movement trainer who "helps curious people to move more comfortably, kindly, competently," and we talk about the process of finding her voice as a teacher. We talk about her journey from Ashtanga to vinyasa, finding freedom in movement, how to develop and make money as a teacher, and so much more. Connect with …

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220 - Creating a Classroom Experience 31:42

4M ago31:42

31:42

There are so many things to pay attention to while teaching--movements, words, people in the room, music, where to stand in the room, and why. And more. It's a lot. Today we talk about what I think is one of the most important aspects to pay attention to and cultivate--and it may surprise you. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with…

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Jose: Behind The Wall 41:09

4M ago41:09

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Jose Lorenzo grew up behind bars, after being pulled into the criminal justice system as a child. When he re-emerged in the outside world, he longed for the stability that comes with having your own four walls. Now a case manager fighting for housing access, Jose is making his voice heard in his community and all the way to the White House. He join…

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219 - Do You Want to Teach Magnetic Yoga Classes? 36:15

4M ago36:15

36:15

Today we talk Flow School, my online program designed to help yoga teachers tap into their creative sequencing and find their authentic voice. Flow School helps you understand the why behind your choices, offers a supportive community of like-minded, rule-bending teachers, and provides tools and resources to support you in leading the kinds of clas…

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218 - Questions for a New Year 32:29

5M ago32:29

32:29

As we near the end of the year, some questions are alive for me and I share them with you, along with some insights from a trip this week to a clothing-optional hot springs. We explore the themes of letting go, having conversations with our pain, and how embracing uncomfortable spaces can expand us. And if you'd like to give it a listen, here's the…

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Steph’s Pick: “Kate: Sad Week™” (Season 4, Episode 1) 56:36

5M ago56:36

56:36

This week, we’re sharing one of our favorite episodes from this past year. The story focuses on a profound loss that our guest Kate experienced right in the throes of Christmas, but it’s also about how, years later, her family has created a whole new way of relating to grief, memory, and joy. Turns out, we could all use some of that during the holi…

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217 - Three Ways to Own the Hell Out of Your Voice 28:57

5M ago28:57

28:57

Today, we're talking about voice, y'all! The power of voice applies to everyone, not just yoga teachers. Today I share three practices to help you own the hell out of your voice by building safety and trust in yourself. We also talk body language because that's a big part of voice, too. PS: Yoga Strong merch is here! Support the show by snagging so…

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216 - The Rooms We Build In Ourselves 20:51

5M ago20:51

20:51

Have you ever painted a wall in your house and felt like the experience of the entire room was transformed--from a can of paint? Today we talk about how the little things are the big things. And how it often doesn't take much to shift us-- how we move, how we think--even our whole damn lives. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with …

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Lina: No One’s Little Girl 37:03

5M ago37:03

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Growing up, Lina Martinez treasured holidays spent with her family. She remembers the food, the ornaments, the dancing, and — above all – her dad, who made everything warmer and brighter. Year round, her dad Luis was her person, her best friend. But when Luis fell ill shortly before Christmas, Lina could already tell her holidays were going to look…

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215 - Keeping Promises to Ourselves 25:23

5M ago25:23

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Have you ever gotten to a place where you're tired of you getting in your own way? Today is about that. I share about the process of getting a new tattoo and how it relates to keeping promises to myself. And all the things that can get in the way of that, like procrastination and comparison and perfectionism. This is about meeting and befriending t…

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214 - Five Minutes to Move (You) 19:54

6M ago19:54

19:54

Today I share a game-changer practice. For some of y'alls, this episode might be all you end up needing from me--to propel you, to do the thing that is inside of you that wants to get out. This is Five Minutes to Move, and this is how I come to my mat. It supports this connection to my own movement, and to my own flow, that greatly informs how I te…

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Amy: A Curious Life 49:33

6M ago49:33

49:33

Amy Schneider has always been smart, but she hasn’t always felt like it. It wasn’t until her 30s that it became clear just how many ways of thinking exist. With this new perspective, she saw her identity and abilities in a new light and, famously, went on to shatter records on the quiz show Jeopardy!. Amy and Stephanie talk about how the more you k…

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