Podcast Recap: David Swenson on Ashtanga Yoga and Life Beyond the Mat


🌟 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🌟

In today’s special episode, I sit down with Shawna Krueger for an in-depth conversation that takes you on a journey through my life and the rich history of Ashtanga Yoga.

From the early days of practicing in parks and having the police show up in 1969, to becoming one of the world’s foremost Ashtanga teachers, this episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even leave you shocked!

We dive into my first impression of Ashtanga, being there when Pattabhi Jois arrived in the U.S., and the wild experience of driving from Texas to Costa Rica THREE times to make a yoga and surf movie.

But it doesn't stop there—after completing all the sequences, I was left searching for something deeper. I share my journey, from fasting on grapes for 40 days to spending 5 years as a Hare Krishna, all in the pursuit of understanding the essence of yoga.

Plus, I give a sneak peek into my memoir, Only Dead Fish Go with the Flow, where I reflect on the lessons learned from a life shaped by yoga.

🔊 Tune in now for a conversation that’s equal parts insightful, adventurous, and full of surprises. You won’t want to miss it!

Listen to the full episode here!


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