Whether you’re commuting to class, unwinding after a long day, or looking for inspiration to deepen your teaching, podcasts are a powerful way to stay connected to yoga off the mat. The best yoga podcasts blend education and storytelling. They offer real-world wisdom, from business tips for teachers to deep dives into philosophy and anatomy.
Here are ten of the best yoga podcasts to inspire your practice, support your growth, and expand your understanding of this ancient path. Psssst: looking for the best yoga books? We’ve got that as well!
10 Best Yoga Podcasts
Mastering the Business of Yoga
This podcast is designed for new yoga teachers who want to build a successful career in the yoga and wellness space but aren’t sure where to start. Hosted by Amanda Kingsmith, a yoga teacher and business graduate. It features a variety of guest instructors. Mastering the Business of Yoga covers everything from the logistics of opening a studio to personal growth topics. These include manifestation and cultivating a success mindset.
The Studio CEO
Another great yoga business podcast, The Studio CEO, dives deep into strategies, insights, and real-world advice for scaling a yoga studio or growing your brand. Hosted by Jackie Murphy, a certified business coach with more than a decade of experience in the yoga industry, this show covers everything from marketing and leadership to long-term vision planning for yoga entrepreneurs.
The Yoga History Podcast
Produced by Yoga International, this limited-series podcast brings yoga’s fascinating past to life. Based on Colin Hall’s 20+ years of studying and teaching yoga history, the twelve episodes offer a concise yet comprehensive look at how the practice has evolved. The Yoga History Podcast is a great listen for anyone who wants to understand yoga beyond the poses.
Yogaland Podcast
Hosted by Andrea Ferretti, former executive editor of Yoga Journal, Yogaland has been inspiring listeners for nearly a decade. Each episode features heartfelt, down-to-earth conversations about yoga, mindfulness, and life. Topics range from the mechanics of technique to the spiritual lessons we can bring into our everyday. Her husband, yoga teacher Jason Crandell, often joins for lively and insightful discussions.
Let’s Talk Yoga
Calling itself the “ultimate online destination for everything yoga,” Let’s Talk Yoga is hosted by Arundhati Baitmangalkar. She covers a wide range of topics—from asana backstories and studying yoga in India to modern yoga controversies and pranayama techniques. Her balanced, informed perspective makes this podcast essential for teachers who want to stay connected to both the roots and realities of yoga today.
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Yoga Nidra & Beyond
Yoga Nidra—often called “yogic sleep”—is the space between waking and dreaming, where deep relaxation and healing can occur. Hosted by Ayla Nova, Yoga Nidra & Beyond offers more than 100 guided Yoga Nidra meditations. It’s a perfect companion for teachers and students looking to deepen their meditation or energy practices.
Redefining Movement
Previously known as Redefining Yoga, this podcast is hosted by Lara Heimann, a physical therapist, yogi, and neurodevelopmental treatment specialist. She explores the relationship between the body and mind. Her focus is on how movement patterns, neural pathways, and emotional well-being intertwine. While new episodes stopped airing last year, there are more than 700 episodes in the archive. This makes it an incredible resource for teachers interested in anatomy and mindful movement.
The Inner Work Podcast
Hosted by Matt and Ash, also known as “The Yoga Couple”, The Inner Work Podcast applies yogic philosophy to topics like self-healing, relationships, and emotional growth. Episodes explore everything from inner child healing and shadow work to intimacy, marriage, and conscious dating. Through honest conversation, they remind us that the foundation of love and connection begins within.
Yoga is Dead
In its five short episodes, Yoga is Dead sparked some of the most critical and challenging conversations in the yoga world. Hosted by Indian-American yoga teachers Tejal and Jesal, the podcast dives into topics like “karma capitalism,” cultural appropriation, and the commercialization of yoga. It’s a powerful listen for anyone ready to explore yoga’s modern complexities with open eyes and an open heart.
The Funny Thing About Yoga
Hosted by yogi best friends Bradshaw Wish and Giana Gambino, this lighthearted series brings humor into the conversation. Expect candid chats about yoga culture, teaching, and life — reminding us that laughter, too, can be a spiritual practice.
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