Mysore Yoga Traditions Podcast

About Mysore Yoga Traditions Podcast

Welcome to the Mysore Yoga Traditions Podcast! Join us as distinguished scholars, yogis, and spiritual leaders from Mysore share their insights into the history and philosophy of yoga. Our podcast features exclusive talks by Mysore's renowned Sanskrit scholars who represent a tradition of academic excellence which dates back hundreds of years. We also engage in thoughtful discussions with an international community, examining yoga's broader implications and deeper spiritual connections. Whether you're curious about yoga's origins or passionate about its teachings beyond the physical practice, our podcast offers enlightening perspectives and invaluable knowledge.

Publisher

Andrew Eppler

Category

education · health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Jun 2024

Latest episode

11 May 2025

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 May 2025

   Tribute to Sharath Jois

   Reflections on the untimely passing of Sharath Jois and prayers for the Ashtanga Community.

2. 

   31 Oct 2024

   The Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya 4

   In our concluding session with Yogacharya Sridharan he was kind enough to answer some questions.

3. 

   1 Oct 2024

   The Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya 3

   Yogacharya Sridharan continues his discourse on the Yoga Valli of Sri Krishnamacharya

4. 

   24 Sept 2024

   The Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya 2

   Yogacharya Sridharan teaches the Yoga Valli, a text composed by Sri Krishnamacharya

5. 

   17 Sept 2024

   The Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya 1 with Yogacharya Sridharan

   Yogacharya Sridharan lectures of the life and teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya.

6. 

   3 Sept 2024

   Understanding Indian Thinking with Dr. M. A. Narasimhan

   Dr. M. A. Narasimhan Explains three different perspectives in Indian thought, Advaita, Dvaita and Vishishtadvaita.

7. 

   27 Aug 2024

   Kings and Yogis Documentary Project

   Andrew Eppler and Santiago Pinto share the vision behind the upcoming documentary film Kings and Yogis.

8. 

   20 Aug 2024

   Human Emotions with T.R.S. Sharma

   Dr. T. R. S. Sharma talks about how different cultures deal with emotion and how yoga philosophy approaches this universal phenomenon that we all experience.

9. 

   13 Aug 2024

   Interview with Swami Muktadananda

   In depth Yoga interview with the head of the Ramakrishna Ashram in Mysore

10. 

    6 Aug 2024

    Behind the scenes at Mysore Yoga Conference

    Andrew Eppler, Joey Paz and Bryce Delbridge share their experiences in

11. 

    30 Jul 2024

    Interview with Sri Lakshmithathachar

    Listen to the words of a legendary Sanskrit scholar from Mysore

12. 

    23 Jul 2024

    What is Traditional Ashtanga Yoga?

    Andrew Eppler talks about what Traditional Ashtanga Yoga means to him.

13. 

    12 Jul 2024

    What is Yoga? With Sri B. N. S. Iyengar

    Introducing Sri B. N. S. Iyengar with one of his talks about the meaning of yoga practice.

14. 

    27 Jun 2024

    A different way to see life- Understanding the Gunas

    Dr. M. A. Alwar continues his discourse on the 18th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. Titled "Moksh Sanyasa Yoga," this chapter reconciles seeming contradictions in previous chapters. It discusses the authorship of the Vedas, the perception of contradictions in the Gita, and the significance of the three Gunas (qualities) in Indian thought. Arjuna's plight symbolizes extreme human distress, and the teachings of the Gita aim to address such predicaments. Understanding one's true nature and striving to act in accordance with it, while also refining oneself, is emphasized. The Gunas—Satva, Rajas, and Tamas—manifest in different behaviors, and the goal is to move towards Satva, a balanced state. Attachment, greed, and other negative traits hinder spiritual progress, while refining one's intentions leads to success in life. The Gita provides insights into human nature, helping individuals navigate life's challenges and transcend karma and bondage. If you enjoy our podcast you might like to check out our other projects too! Mysore Yoga Traditions Film (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/videos) Kings and Yogis Documentary Project (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/kings-yogis) Mysore Yoga Traditions Online Studies Program (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/online-studies) Mysore Yoga Conference, Mysore India Feb 3-12 2025 (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/mysore-yoga-conference) Melkote Yoga Immersion, Melkote India Feb, 17-21 2025 (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/melkote-retreat) 200Hr Ashtanga Yoga Training designed with the help of Mysore's Sanskrit community (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/200hrtraining) This podcast is produced by Andrew Eppler (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/andrew). Andrew is a lifelong practitioner of Ashtanga Yoga, director and producer of Mysore Yoga Traditions Film and founder of Mysore Yoga Conference. Contributors include Bryce Delbridge (https://brycedelbridge.com/), Joey Paz (https://www.joeypazyoga.com/)and Santiago Pinto (https://www.sarriayoga.cat/). Academic collaboration with Samskriti Foundation (https://samskritifoundation.org/), Mysore India. Music composed by Petros Haffenrichter (https://petrosyoga.com/). Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MysoreYogaTraditions)and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mysoreyogatraditions/)

15. 

    18 Jun 2024

    What does success in Yoga look like? A Talk with Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao

    Here are my notes from this lecture which I found to be very beautiful and inspiring. Lesson 5 with Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao. At the beginning of the second chapter, we explore the transformative experiences of yogis. The first mantra invokes Savita, the sun god, who awakens the mind and intelligence, initiating Buddhi. The brilliance of the sun illuminates the world, symbolizing auspiciousness and spiritual progress. Towards perfection, we should strive, connecting our minds to a higher truth. The Shvetashvatara Upanishad teaches that everyone is a child of immortality, journeying to reconnect with the original source. This knowledge, it asserts, should be spread worldwide. A philosophical metaphor in yoga is Arani, where the student is the bottom piece of wood and the teacher the top piece. When rubbed together vigorously, they create the heat to ignite the student, symbolizing the transfer of knowledge and enlightenment. In Indian philosophy, the powers of nature are regarded as gods. Achieving harmony with these forces makes one's mind fit for yoga. The sun god, essential for life, feeds the plants that feed us. Respecting the sun is thus respecting the source of all things. Offerings to the divine are expressed through social service. Service to humanity, however small, brings great satisfaction and happiness, embodying karma yoga. The journey of a yogi involves specific practices and experiences. Maintaining a straight line from the back through the neck and head is crucial. The senses, often distracted by external stimuli, must be drawn inward. The knowledge of yoga is likened to a boat navigating through the sea of memories, both pleasurable and painful. In the 6th chapter of the Gita, similar practices are described. The meditative posture involves keeping the head, neck, and trunk straight, with eyes neither fully open nor closed, and attention focused between the eyebrows. This helps one escape the prison of thought. Pranayama, or breath control, is key. Inhaling through the right nostril and exhaling through the left is recommended. The chariot metaphor illustrates the importance of controlling the senses, both inwardly and outwardly, to achieve total freedom. The place of meditation should be flat, clean, and pleasant, free from pests and disturbances. Historically, yogis sought caves for their practice. Advanced practitioners experience visions, indicating progress. These visions, like snow falling silently or waves gently crashing, reveal special knowledge. This prelude leads to the central experience of yoga, glimpsing the true reality of the soul. Yoga brings about special abilities, symbolized by Yogagni, the yogic fire that burns away undesirable qualities and illnesses. The yogi transcends the body's limitations, achieving freedom from disease, desire, and craving. Such individuals exhibit a pleasant demeanor, fearlessness, clarity in speech, and cleanliness. Their peaceful and graceful state is evident to all. Liberation is achieved when the entire system is purified through yoga, with internal and external impurities falling away. Atma Tatva, or self-knowledge, is essential for divine knowledge. With this understanding, the soul is unbound, recognizing the omnipresent truth in all creation. In this context, Aushati refers to plants that yield their fruit and continue to live, symbolizing renewal and continuity. Soma is also mentioned, reflecting its significance in yogic tradition. This holistic approach to yoga encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions, guiding practitioners toward ultimate liberation and unity with the divine. If you enjoy our podcast you might like to check out our other projects too! Mysore Yoga Traditions Film (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/videos) Kings and Yogis Documentary Project (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/kings-yogis) Mysore Yoga Traditions Online Studies Program (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/online-studies) Mysore Yoga Conference, Mysore India Feb 3-12 2025 (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/mysore-yoga-conference) Melkote Yoga Immersion, Melkote India Feb, 17-21 2025 (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/melkote-retreat) 200Hr Ashtanga Yoga Training designed with the help of Mysore's Sanskrit community (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/200hrtraining) This podcast is produced by Andrew Eppler (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/andrew). Andrew is a lifelong practitioner of Ashtanga Yoga, director and producer of Mysore Yoga Traditions Film and founder of Mysore Yoga Conference. Contributors include Bryce Delbridge (https://brycedelbridge.com/), Joey Paz (https://www.joeypazyoga.com/)and Santiago Pinto (https://www.sarriayoga.cat/). Academic collaboration with Samskriti Foundation (https://samskritifoundation.org/), Mysore India. Music composed by Petros Haffenrichter (https://petrosyoga.com/). Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MysoreYogaTraditions)and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mysoreyogatraditions/)

16. 

    14 Jun 2024

    The Story of how Mysore Yoga Traditions began

    Mysore Yoga Traditions is a tale to tell! Through a series of unlikely and very fortunate twists of fate we were able to get right into the heart of the Sanskrit community of Mysore India and ask the questions that had always been on our minds. If you enjoy our podcast you might like to check out our other projects too! Mysore Yoga Traditions Film (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/videos) Kings and Yogis Documentary Project (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/kings-yogis) Mysore Yoga Traditions Online Studies Program (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/online-studies) Mysore Yoga Conference, Mysore India Feb 3-12 2025 (https://www.mysoreyogatraditions.com/mysore-yoga-conference) Melkote Yoga Immersion, Melkote India Feb, 17-21 2025 (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/melkote-retreat) 200Hr Ashtanga Yoga Training designed with the help of Mysore's Sanskrit community (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/200hrtraining) This podcast is produced by Andrew Eppler (https://ashtangayogastudio.com/andrew). Andrew is a lifelong practitioner of Ashtanga Yoga, director and producer of Mysore Yoga Traditions Film and founder of Mysore Yoga Conference. Contributors include Bryce Delbridge (https://brycedelbridge.com/), Joey Paz (https://www.joeypazyoga.com/)and Santiago Pinto (https://www.sarriayoga.cat/). Academic collaboration with Samskriti Foundation (https://samskritifoundation.org/), Mysore India. Music composed by Petros Haffenrichter (https://petrosyoga.com/). Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MysoreYogaTraditions)and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mysoreyogatraditions/)

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