https://simplecast.com Yoga Pod 108 is where yoga meets real talk, good vibes, and a little pop culture sparkle. Hosted by yours truly, Chris Hernandez, this pod is all about making yoga feel real—not just asana (though we love it), but the messy, beautiful, everyday ways we LIVE OUR PRACTICE. We’re diving into philosophy, movement, spirituality, and how yoga shows up in our lives beyond the mat. Expect deep convos, a little sass, and plenty of joy. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just curious, this space is for you. So roll out your mat, take a breath, and tune your frequency to 108. 2025 Yoga Pod 108 en Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:12 +0000 https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/c32e2995-32a7-44ec-9434-9e514f683af3/92d851c2-9066-4a49-9f47-ab205760135e/3000x3000/yogapod108cover.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com episodic Yoga Pod 108 is where yoga meets real talk, good vibes, and a little pop culture sparkle. Hosted by yours truly, Chris Hernandez, this pod is all about making yoga feel real—not just asana (though we love it), but the messy, beautiful, everyday ways we LIVE OUR PRACTICE. We’re diving into philosophy, movement, spirituality, and how yoga shows up in our lives beyond the mat. Expect deep convos, a little sass, and plenty of joy. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just curious, this space is for you. So roll out your mat, take a breath, and tune your frequency to 108. Chris Hernandez true https://feeds.simplecast.com/p9WmQ7Pk chrisisextra, yoga, yoga 200, yoga philosophy, yoga pod, yoga pod 108, yoga pop 108, ytt, young business owner Chris Is Extra chris@chrisisextra.com 4d617907-9f0e-4ee3-a907-8a222ddd8e83 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 chris@chrisisextra.com (Bethany Lyons, Chris Hernandez) https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com/episodes/showcasing-the-act-of-the-things-with-bethany-lyons-VJ50754j Showcasing The Act of The Things With Bethany Lyons Bethany Lyons, Chris Hernandez 00:59:20 Today’s episode is all about power, presence, and leading with bold authenticity. My guest is Bethany Lyons—founder and CEO of Lyons Den Power Yoga and Lyons Den Digital. She’s a trailblazer in the yoga and fitness world, a powerhouse teacher, a community builder, and a mom navigating business and motherhood with gritty grace. In this conversation, Bethany gets real about building her brand from a broken-down brothel to a packed studio, pivoting in the face of a fire and a pandemic, and what it really looks like to integrate your life, your leadership, and your love for yoga. We talk about what it means to showcase the act of the things—to live your practice off the mat, in the mess, and in full expression. Bethany reminds us that yoga isn’t just poses. It’s how we rise, how we respond, and how we show up when the world doesn’t go according to plan. Today’s episode is all about power, presence, and leading with bold authenticity. My guest is Bethany Lyons—founder and CEO of Lyons Den Power Yoga and Lyons Den Digital. She’s a trailblazer in the yoga and fitness world, a powerhouse teacher, a community builder, and a mom navigating business and motherhood with gritty grace. In this conversation, Bethany gets real about building her brand from a broken-down brothel to a packed studio, pivoting in the face of a fire and a pandemic, and what it really looks like to integrate your life, your leadership, and your love for yoga. We talk about what it means to showcase the act of the things—to live your practice off the mat, in the mess, and in full expression. Bethany reminds us that yoga isn’t just poses. It’s how we rise, how we respond, and how we show up when the world doesn’t go according to plan. lyons den, chris hernandez, chrisisextra, chris is extra, yoga, bethany lyons, yoga pod 108, yoga podcast, yoga philosophy, soul cycle true full 4 eace97cb-23b4-4cee-a2b8-fb2de751a06b Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:35:15 +0000 chris@chrisisextra.com (Jyll Hubbard-Salk, Chris Hernandez) https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com/episodes/the-revolution-will-be-breath-filled-damn-it-zQeUd3b6 The Revolution Will Be Breath-Filled, Damn It! Jyll Hubbard-Salk, Chris Hernandez 00:52:43 In this power-packed and soul-filled episode, I sit down with yoga pioneer and community healer Jyll Hubbard-Salk—founder of Urban Asanas—to talk about the gritty, the graceful, and the sacred path of carving out space where none existed before. We dig into spirituality, visibility, and the grind of being a Black entrepreneur in wellness. Jyll’s wisdom hits hard—whether she’s talking about teaching chair yoga to Caribbean aunties or disrupting the mainstream image of yoga one class at a time. This episode is a call to action, a heart hug, and a reminder: be kind, be seen, and never dim your damn light. In this power-packed and soul-filled episode, I sit down with yoga pioneer and community healer Jyll Hubbard-Salk—founder of Urban Asanas—to talk about the gritty, the graceful, and the sacred path of carving out space where none existed before. We dig into spirituality, visibility, and the grind of being a Black entrepreneur in wellness. Jyll’s wisdom hits hard—whether she’s talking about teaching chair yoga to Caribbean aunties or disrupting the mainstream image of yoga one class at a time. This episode is a call to action, a heart hug, and a reminder: be kind, be seen, and never dim your damn light. soul, urban asanas, ancestors, yogapod108, chris hernandez, chrisisextra, spirituality, yoga pod, chris is extra, entrepreneur, yoga, jyll hubbard-salk, new york yoga, yoga 200, yoga podcast, yoga philosophy true full 3 62c59c45-22fa-495b-a555-2b5e4ced4b27 Wed, 2 Apr 2025 04:04:26 +0000 chris@chrisisextra.com (Chris Is Extra) https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com/episodes/ya-gotta-be-a-little-delusional-with-vinny-purtle-Fdt8LXh4 YA GOTTA BE A LITTLE DELUSIONAL WITH VINNY PURTLE Chris Is Extra 00:56:57 Hello Pod Stars! We’re sitting down with Vinny Purtle, founder and owner of Heartfelt Movement in Columbus, Ohio. Heartfelt is not just a fitness studio; it’s a community made up of three distinct studios—cycle, yoga, and pole—each unified under one mission: to create welcoming spaces where all people feel seen, heard, and supported. We dive deep into Vinny’s journey of building this inclusive environment, discussing how Heartfelt is transforming the traditional fitness landscape and providing a place for everyone to connect with their bodies, regardless of background or experience level. Along the way, we explore powerful topics like body positivity, the impact of movement on mental well-being, and, of course, the yogic philosophy of Barbie! Hello Pod Stars! We’re sitting down with Vinny Purtle, founder and owner of Heartfelt Movement in Columbus, Ohio. Heartfelt is not just a fitness studio; it’s a community made up of three distinct studios—cycle, yoga, and pole—each unified under one mission: to create welcoming spaces where all people feel seen, heard, and supported. We dive deep into Vinny’s journey of building this inclusive environment, discussing how Heartfelt is transforming the traditional fitness landscape and providing a place for everyone to connect with their bodies, regardless of background or experience level. Along the way, we explore powerful topics like body positivity, the impact of movement on mental well-being, and, of course, the yogic philosophy of Barbie! chris hernandez, chrisisextra, yoga fusion, spirituality, body positivity, chris is extra, entrepreneur, yoga, barbie, yoga pod 108, vinny purtle, yoga podcast, yoga philosophy, wellness, empowerment, heartfelt movement true full 2 d331335e-ee9c-43f1-9dcf-6552e3268b26 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:01:10 +0000 chris@chrisisextra.com (Nathania Stambouli, Chris Hernandez) https://yoga-pod-108.simplecast.com/episodes/leaning-past-the-oh-sht-with-nathania-stombouli-l0FaUQP9 Leaning Past The "Oh Sh*t" with Nathania Stombouli Nathania Stambouli, Chris Hernandez 00:48:05 In this episode, we to talk to Nathania Stambouli, CEO of Yogi Flight School, about what it takes to build a thriving yoga career. From overcoming self-doubt to embracing authenticity, Nathalia shares hard-earned wisdom on why you shouldn’t wait until you're “ready” to start teaching, how inauthenticity can hold you back, and why fear is actually your greatest guide. In this episode, we to talk to Nathania Stambouli, CEO of Yogi Flight School, about what it takes to build a thriving yoga career. From overcoming self-doubt to embracing authenticity, Nathalia shares hard-earned wisdom on why you shouldn’t wait until you're “ready” to start teaching, how inauthenticity can hold you back, and why fear is actually your greatest guide. power, yogapod108, chris hernandez, chrisisextra, inversions, yoga pod, nathaniastambouli, yoga, motivational, failure, yogi, yoga 200, crow pose, handstand, inspiration, arm balance, yoga philosophy, wellness, empowerment true full 1