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Integral Yoga Podcast

Hosted by Integral Yoga

Deep conversations about applying yoga and spiritual philosophy to the imperfect work of modern life, hosted by a leader in the Integral Yoga lineage.

The brief

A long-form interview show exploring the practical application of yoga philosophy. Host Avi Gordon talks with swamis, authors, therapists, and entrepreneurs about how they navigate ego, suffering, and service. The conversations are less about the physical postures of yoga and more about the internal work of living a spiritual life in the modern world.

The show is explicitly rooted in the Integral Yoga tradition of Sri Swami Satchidananda, giving it a clear philosophical anchor often missing in general spirituality podcasts. The host's gentle, reflective interview style creates a space for vulnerability and depth, moving conversations beyond rehearsed talking points.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

The official podcast of the Integral Yoga organization, hosted by Avi Gordon. The show features long-form interviews with teachers, authors, and practitioners who embody the yogic principle of integrating spiritual practice into daily life. Rooted in the teachings of Sri Swami Satchidananda, which honor all faiths, the podcast explores what it means to live a conscious, service-oriented life beyond the yoga mat.

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Credentials & credits

  • Host of the Integral Yoga Podcast
  • Director of the Integral Yoga Teachers Association (IYTA)
  • Mind-body coach and meditation teacher
  • Author of the novel "A Light in the Tunnel"
  • Former school teacher in the U.S., Taiwan, South Korea, and Israel
  • Resident of Yogaville, an ashram and intentional community

Other ventures

  • Mind-Body Coaching practice
  • Life Chronicles (professionally recorded life story interviews)
  • The Parent Circle (parent support group)
  • Meditation for Teens (online course)
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    Your Body Is Holding On. Here's How to Let Go. | Leslie Howard | Ep. 149

    A wide-ranging discussion that connects pelvic floor health, end-of-life care, and the profound yogic practice of Savasana (corpse pose), showing the breadth of the show's topics.

  2. 02
    Spirit on a Human Journey: Awakening Your Inner Brilliance with Diana Esther | Ep. 150

    Exemplifies the show's focus on unique spiritual methodologies, using a gemology framework as a metaphor for elevating human consciousness.

  3. 03
    Muktan Pappalardo: Meditation, Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth | Ep-151

    A practical look at how ancient practices are being integrated into modern technology, discussing the creation of a mental health app designed for self-care, not addiction.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How Integral Yoga interviews

Avi Gordon's interviews are gentle, spacious, and deeply curious. He typically opens with a broad, open-ended question that invites the guest to share their origin story or the core of their work. He listens intently, often summarizing a guest's point to ensure understanding before building his next question upon their answer. His follow-ups frequently probe the 'how' and 'why' behind a concept, moving from the theoretical to the practical. Rather than challenging guests, he creates a safe, reflective space, sometimes sharing a personal anecdote to foster connection. He closes not with a signature question, but by letting the conversation find its natural conclusion.

This is a single-host interview show with a calm, conversational tone. The host, Avi Gordon, often opens with a broad question about the guest's origin story and then builds the conversation organically from their responses. He shares personal reflections to connect with guests, creating a gentle, exploratory, and non-confrontational flow.

Questions Integral Yoga keeps coming back to

10 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Integral Yoga reaches for it.

origin

1
  1. Q.01

    How did you find your way into this particular work or path?

    This is often the opening question, used to ground the conversation in the guest's personal journey and origin story.

process

2
  1. Q.01

    Can you give an overview of [your area of expertise] for those who aren't familiar?

    He asks this to establish a foundational understanding of the main topic for the audience.

  2. Q.02

    How is our inner potential released or brought out of us?

    Aimed at understanding the practical application of a guest's philosophical framework.

mindset

3
  1. Q.01

    What does it mean to be a [spiritual being on a human journey]?

    This type of question reframes a common concept to explore its deeper philosophical meaning with the guest.

  2. Q.02

    How much do you think our attention or awareness has to do with this?

    This question surfaces the role of mindfulness and presence in the guest's area of expertise.

  3. Q.03

    Isn't getting caught in our identity the root of all suffering?

    A philosophical question posed to connect a specific topic back to a core tenet of yogic thought.

personal

2
  1. Q.01

    What is the connection between [a physical issue] and something like trauma or stress?

    He often asks this to explore the mind-body connection and the psychological roots of physical experiences.

  2. Q.02

    What feedback have you received from people who have used your work/method over the long term?

    This question seeks to understand the real-world impact and proof of concept for the guest's work.

advice

1
  1. Q.01

    What do you recommend for people in their daily lives, for example with posture?

    Used to extract simple, actionable advice that listeners can immediately apply.

craft

1
  1. Q.01

    Can you share what you emphasize when you teach something like Savasana?

    This question seeks to understand the guest's unique approach and craft as a teacher.

Signature segments

  • · Animated logo and music intro

Topics covered repeatedly

Yoga PhilosophySpiritualityMeditationMindfulnessConscious LivingIntegral YogaMental HealthEnd-of-life carePelvic HealthNeuroscience
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

AI-extracted guest list + profile · help us verify
Typical guest

The show books guests who are living expressions of their practice. This includes senior swamis and teachers from the Integral Yoga lineage, as well as authors, psychologists, therapists, and entrepreneurs whose work intersects with spirituality, mental health, and conscious living.

Recent guests
  • Muktan Pappalardo
    on 151
  • Diana Esther
    on 150
  • Leslie Howard
    on 149
  • Eddie Arpin
    on 148
  • Richard Brook
    on 147
  • Dr. Mala Cunningham
    on 146
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
2K
2,000
Avg views / video
478
Trailing window
Total views
109K
109,106
Videos published
301
Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast does not appear to feature third-party advertisements. It is presented by the Integral Yoga organization and likely serves as a form of outreach and teaching for their global community, supported by the organization itself.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is the host's real name?
The host's name is Avi Gordon.
What is the format of the podcast?
It is a long-form, single-host interview show featuring deep conversations with a single guest per episode.
Is the podcast still being produced?
Yes, new episodes are released regularly, typically on a monthly or bi-weekly basis.
What is Integral Yoga?
Integral Yoga is a system of yoga founded by Swami Satchidananda that synthesizes six branches of classical yoga. It is based on interfaith understanding with the motto, "Truth is one, paths are many."
Where can I listen to the podcast?
The podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

Built from the show's public RSS feed, YouTube, the host's own websites, and the cited sources below. Computed and AI-extracted fields are labelled. Facts only — no private info, no fabrication, no transcripts republished.

§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence

  1. [01]Avi Gordon - Integral Yoga Institute - New Yorkiyiny.org
  2. [02]Avi Gordon - Official Websiteavigordon.com
  3. [03]Integral Yoga Podcast - Official Pageiyta.org
  4. [04]Avi Gordon - Yogavilleyogaville.org
  5. [05]Integral Yoga - Official Websiteintegralyoga.org
  6. [06]Integral Yoga (Satchidananda) - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
  7. [07]Avi Gordon - Insight Timerinsighttimer.com
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