Yoga Magic
237 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 189 ratingsYoga Magic hosted by Ashley Sondergaard explores the world of self-care and self-discovery. On this show you'll learn from experts in healing, spirituality, beauty, wellness and yoga & gather an abundance of new wellbeing practices to try on and see what fits. Tune in if you're looking to expand your mind, open new doors, be honest and sometimes take a big ol’ handstand fall on the way.
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Naturopathic Medicine, the Brain-Gut Relationship and Nurturing Our Digestion with Dr. Danielle Vogler-Bos
July 30, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBWe're closing out the month of July with our final episode on physical practices and today's guest gets down and dirty on one of the most physical things we do everyday - eating! Dr. Danielle Vogler-Bos of Minneapolis Integrative Medicine Center shares what a Naturopathic Doctor actually is, how our brain is connected to our gut, and some easy ways we can take care of our digestion and ultimately our wellbeing. Dr. Danielle Vogler-Bos is a Naturopathic Doctor, registered and licensed in bo...
Bodybuilding, Bullying, and Babies: Catching up with the Ultimate Connector Liz Krueger
July 23, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're exploring physical practices and their ability to transform our lives, our thought patterns, and our beliefs. This week's guest is creator, connector, and curator of all things community, Liz Krueger. Liz is one of the most positive and still completely honest people I know - and the world loves her for it. She's dealt with the ups and downs of life by sharing openly with her social media community, and as a result, is a cheerleader and champion for all thro...
Sacred Sexuality, Kundalini Yoga and the Rise of the Feminine with Nicole Nardone
July 16, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're exploring physical practices and their ability to transform our lives, our thought patterns, and our beliefs. Our guest, Nicole Nardone, shares her wealth of knowledge of using the body to heal oneself and the collective. Nicole Nardone is a teacher, healer, and witch dedicated to the liberation of humanity. Her blend of ancient traditions and modern awareness have been described as "life changing". She combines kundalini, tantra, ritual, magic, and other to...
Hip-Hop Yoga and the Magic of a Welcoming Community with Gabrielle Roberts of 612 Jungle
July 09, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBGabrielle Roberts first yoga class was not a pleasant one. She was the only woman of color and she planned not to return following that experience. Eventually, she found her way to yoga instructor Sanáa Jaman (@ladydork) and everything changed. She felt welcome and more connected to this amazing tool of yoga and decided to share it with others; especially with others that looked like her. Today, she's the founder of 612 Jungle, a hip-hop yoga studio in Northeast Minneapolis. She built this ...
At Home Workouts, Healthy Family Life and Reality Self-Care with Lindsey Bomgren of Nourish Move Love
July 02, 2020 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're diving deep into magical physical practices. Today we're starting with the joy and simplicity of at-home fitness with an at-home workout OG. Lindsey Bomgren is the fitness-loving content creator behind Nourish Move Love. Her days are spent teaching group fitness, filming workouts, and creating health + fitness content for her blog + brand partners. Lindsey's passionate about bringing the group fitness studio experience to your home -- making fitness fun, free,...
The Magic of Now: Why it’s So Hard to Live in the Present with Jina Seavall
June 25, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're talking about the magic of the brain. Jina Seavall works with the subconscious brain to use past life memories for healing. Cool huh? In private hypnosis sessions and her amazing podcast Past Lives and the Divine, she helps people connect with and experience the eternal, unconditional, earthly, ancient love from their angels and spirit guides. So they can feel more love, peaceful, whole, worthy, and powerful. On this episode Jina and Ashley discuss the societ...
Yogic Sleep: The Magic of Yoga Nidra with Kelly Smith
June 18, 2020 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're talking about the magic of the brain. Kelly Smith is an expert in restoring the mind, body and spirit through restful practices like meditation, restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra. Kelly is an E-RYT 500, YACEP, founder of Yoga For You, and host of the iTunes chart topping podcast, Mindful in Minutes. Kelly believes that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to yoga and meditation and cultivates an environment that empowers her students to listen to their bod...
The Magic of Our Nervous System, Morning Rituals, and Self-Care for All with Amanda Leaveck
June 11, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis month on Yoga Magic, we're talking about the magic of the brain. Amanda Leaveck is no stranger to the things happening in our heads. In addition to attaining a Bachelors of Science in Neuroscience at the University of Saint Thomas, she graduated from the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in 2017, where she focused on the integral relationship between connective tissue and the nervous system. Today, Amanda Leaveck specializes in helping high achievers slow down, find balance, a...
Introducing Yoga Magic
May 28, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBIntroducing...Yoga Magic. Host Ashley Sondergaard shares her exciting pivot for this show, the reasons for the change and news about the amazing upcoming guests. Learn more: Follow Ashley Sondergaard on Instagram: @ashleysondergard.yoga Join Ashley, longtime yoga teacher and host of the Wedded Wellness Podcast, for FREE weekly online yoga classes and special events. Learn more by visiting Ashley on Instagram.
The Self-Care Tools You May Not Know About...Yet. Flower Essences, Cacao, Herbal Remedies and More with Jodi McKee of Jewelweed
May 21, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBAre you curious about the healing magic of the plants and flowers around you? Jodi McKee, the founder of Jewelweed Shop in Wayzata, MN shares her expertise! From sacred cacao to flower essences, these self-care tools may be just what you're looking for.... Jodi McKee is a healer, medicine woman, and entrepreneur. Her wish is that we learn to take back what we have given to others; sovereignty over our bodies and health. That every home has a healer and that this knowledge is honored, built ...
Is Your Routine Working for You? Findings from a Self-Care Addict with Ashley Sondergaard
May 14, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBOn this solo episode with host Ashley Sondergaard she shares her favorite self-care tips while at home in quarantine. Quick mention links: Breath work with Wim Hof. Instagram @iceman_hof. Self Journal - purchase here Dr. Cassie Wilder at Minneapolis Integrative Medicine Learn more: Follow Wedded Wellness on Instagram: @wedded.wellness Learn more about Wedded Wellness at www.weddedwellness.com. Join Ashley, longtime yoga teacher and host of the Wedded Wellness Podcast, for FREE weekl...
Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice In a COVID World with Dietitian Andrea
May 07, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBEating at home can be a struggle. Now that we don't have a choice, Dietitian Andrea, Andrea Gharritt, shares her tips and tools for meal planning, healthy eating (with grace and flexibility) and making it all a little more enjoyable. Andrea is a registered and licensed dietitian, holds a Master’s in Public Health in Human Nutrition from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor’s in Science in Exercise Science from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. Some great recipe and meal plann...
Life By Design Rather Than Default with April Seifert of Peak Mind Psychology
April 30, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBSelf-Care means many things to many people. But does your version of self-care truly make you feel great? Does it make you feel strong and resilient? This week's episode of the Wedded Wellness Podcast with April Seifert will help design your life by way of everyday practices so that you can answer YES to all of these questions. April Seifert intimately knows the importance of the 1 life we are all going to live. After losing her father to colon cancer at the age of 11 and being diagnosed w...
COVID Elopement with Ashley Skeie Events
April 23, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBAre you one of those brides that had to completely change your wedding plans? We feel you. The emotions, crushed dreams, confusion, and stress are REAL. Event planner and entrepreneur Ashley Cook from Ashley Skeie events is here to help answer some of your questions. She's offering great ideas for how you can keep your original wedding date special as well as info on why hiring an event planner to help navigate a postponement might be a good idea. Want to join the Wedded Wellness community...
Quarantine and Mental Health with Nicole Pierce Risvold
April 16, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThe range of emotions we may be experiencing at this moment is vast. It's normal to feel some mental whiplash during this time of crisis. Nicole Pierce Risvold, family therapist and school counselor, breaks down what you might be feeling and some simple tips for staying mentally well. Nicole Pierce Risvold, LPCC & LPSC, owns North Loop Counseling in Minneapolis, MN. She specializes in working with both women and families, and loves to incorporate movement and mindfulness into her practice....
Quarantine Style, Closet Cleaning Like a Pro and Sale Shopping Tips with Rachel Michael of Reflect Style
April 09, 2020 17:29 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBMost of us have been at home for a few weeks now. It's true, we all love sweat pants, but at some point its nice to take a shower and get a little fancy for your next Zoom call. Look good, feel good? We think so! This week's podcast episode is with personal style coach Rachel Michael of Reflect Style. Rachel started her styling business to focus on whole self style coaching to unify inner beauty with outer beauty through exploration, fun, and creativity with clothing and accessories. She be...
BONUS EP: Quarantine - 'An Extended Date Night' with Ryan Kluttz of A Mindful Bride
April 02, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBStuck at home with your partner? Wedding cancellation or postponement got you down? This week's episode of the Wedded Wellness will help find some silver lining in both of these scenarios. Ryan Kluttz, the founder of A Mindful Bride, shares some simple practices for deepened communication within partnership. Check out her downloadable date night just for the listeners of the Wedded Wellness podcast. https://www.amindfulbride.co/weddedwellness. Here's a link for the binaural beats mention...
How to Host an Inclusive Wedding with Meghan Buck of buck & rose
April 02, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBThere's already so many things to think about when planning a wedding, but have you thought about how inclusive your wedding vendors are? Is your wedding inclusive to all? In this episode we sit down with Meghan Buck, lead planner at buck & rose wedding planning, to discuss why it's important to do some research and think about who you're working with when planning your wedding. Join Ashley and past guest Jina Seavall for a special online event of restorative yoga and group hypnosis on Apr...
BONUS EP: How the F do I Financially Plan Now? with Shannon Foreman of Forethought Planning
March 26, 2020 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBAmidst the chaos and fear of the Coronavirus pandemic is the reality that many of us are struggling with financial strains. Perhaps job loss, instability, stock market shifts, etc. If you're worried about money, this episode is coming at the perfect time. Shannon Foreman, hilarious CEO and founder of Forethought Planning talks through simple things we can be doing right now to create some financial stability. She also shares her tips on creating a healthy relationship with money in partnersh...
Tarot Cards for Insight and Fun with Sydney Ward of Lake Anama Intuitive Wellness
March 26, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBIt may seem like tarot cards have recently spiked in popularity, but the practice has been around for hundreds of years. Sydney Ward of Lake Anama Intuitive Wellness shares the history behind tarot, how its used today and how it can be an entertaining and insightful pastime with your partner will you're stuck at home. Sydney uses tarot, energy work, meditation, crystal healing, moon magick and more to bring healing and transformation to her clients. Sydney's next event is a Community Ene...
How Cleaning Under Your Bed May Help You Sleep; Feng Shui with Rachel Loeslie
March 19, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBAre you struggling to fall asleep? Maybe it's all the stuff under your bed. Feng Shui just may be your solution. Ashley interviews Rachel Loeslie, Feng shui master consultant, licensed realtor and owner of the Vibrant Spaces Group. Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement, a practice aimed at creating a healthy energy flow throughout your home and establishing the foundation for a balanced, harmonious life. The bedroom plays an especially important role in creating room for res...
Day Of Wedding Coordination, Bridal Thriving and Gratitude with Josey Stafford of Sixpence Events & Planning
March 12, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThis week, Ashley sits down with wedding planner Josey Stafford, owner and lead planner at Sixpence Events and Wedding Planning. Josey is your hilarious, no-BS wedding planner that makes stressful situations not only less stressful, but down right fun! She has some awesome resources and references for Twin Cities brides-to-be including a wedding planning website called Aisle Planner. Check out her other mentions here: Josey's Podcast -Under the Veil Good video by Jocko Willink Photogra...
Energy Healing, the Lineage of King Salomon, Understanding Skeptics, and a Live Aura Reading with Erin Anderson of the Goldrunner
March 05, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBHave you ever been curious about energy work but are unsure of where to start? Are you always working to learn, grow and heal, but feel a bit stuck? This episode is for you. Ashley interviews Erin Anderson, healer, energy alchemist and founder of The Goldrunner. Erin believes humans are exquisite creatures of infinite potential with a curious habit of forgetting our multidimensional nature. In her work as an energy alchemist, she applies esoteric wisdom and a number of healing arts tradi...
Give Your Nervous System a Hug with Experience Wellness Chiropractic
February 20, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBAre you ever curious about what's actually happening during a chiropractic adjustment? New to the modality and want a super gentle approach? Then check out this episode! Dr. Brenna Highby and Dr. Allison Gamoke of Experience Wellness Chiropractic in Plymouth, MN believe that we all deserve to feel great. They discuss how maintenance of the nervous system through regular chiropractic adjustments allows our body to remain strong and resilient against everyday stressors. Experience Wellness Chi...
Gifts that Stick with Joleen Emery of Big Raven Yoga
February 13, 2020 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBJoleen Emery, founder of Big Raven Yoga Mats, is a strong human being. Not only is she strong enough to raise four children, become a yoga teacher, support other artists like her, and maintain her sanity while doing it all, but she's strong enough to start a successful yoga business after a leg-shattering accident. Literally. After healing from her injuries, Joleen returned to her yoga practice with an idea - a yoga mat that's not only functional, but noticeably original and beautiful. Ashl...
Real Life Wedding Planning with Linley Richter and Cole Hanson
February 06, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBThis week's episode of the Wedded Wellness Podcast is so much fun - probably because the couple we interview is SO MUCH FUN. Linley Richter and Cole Hanson are funny, smart, accomplished and awesome partners to one another. We chat about how they met, work life boundaries, and what their goals are for their wedding and life together. Oh, and Cole speaks some Russian and we discuss meat raffles. Everything is covered. You may recognize Linley from the wildly successful food blog Fit Foodie ...
Help Me Help You with Twin Cities Mobile Mommy
January 30, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThis week we chat with Anahita Champion. Anahita started the business Twin Cities Mobile Mommy, a concierge service for busy families offering services that help reduce stress, and give back more time to spend on priorities. She'll help out with everything from organizing pantries to stamping envelopes. Anahita shares why it’s important to ask for help and slow down to assess what we’re truly capable of doing on our own, especially when planning for a wedding. Anahita Champion is a multi-a...
Who are you really? Astrology with Susan Ray
January 23, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThis week's episode is part interview and part live chart reading with the amazing Susan Ray. Listen in to learn about the many aspects of reading you astrological birth chart and how it can help guide your thoughts, your goals and also shape how you view other people.... including your partner. Susan Ray is a yoga teacher, astrologer, spiritual mentor, and carrier of Divine Feminine teachings. She advocates for passion, deep intimacy, conscious embodiment, and community, and utilizes her ...
Your Past Life Partnership Guide with Jina Seavall
January 16, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBThis week's episode is a ride! Ashley chats with Jina Seavall of the Past Lives and Divine Podcast. Jina Seavall has been helping people feel more in tune with their true nature and vitality since 2002. She spent 15 years as a wellness coach and consultant. Currently, by using hypnosis and regression, Jina guides clients to experience and learn from past lives so they can make the most of this life. In this conversation, Jina shares what a past life regression looks like, how it helps her ...
A Working Wedding Duo with Jess + Eddie Photography
January 09, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBEddie took wildlife videos, Jess was an insane artist. Both science nerds, but with an artistic side and big hearts for serving people. The two decided to combine their passions and we'r'e so glad they did! Ashley interviews married couple and wedding photographers Jessica and Edwin Anderson of Jess + Eddie Photography. They discuss what its like to live and work together, why it was fun to get married while still in college, and their personal self-care rituals. Learn more about Jess + Ed...
Grows and Glows of 2019 with Ashley Sondergaard
January 02, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThis week's episode of the Wedded Wellness Podcast is a solo episode with host Ashley Sondergaard. Ashley reflects on the year 2019 including the ups and downs. The meditation book referenced in the episode is called Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher. Learn more about the upcoming Wedded Wellness events at www.weddedwellness.com/events. Thursday, January 30 @ 6:00 PM - Self-Care for Event Planners at the Anahata Collaborative Saturday, February 15 @ 1:00 PM - Bachelorette Ba...
Surrendering Control for a Destination Wedding with Anastasia Albert
December 26, 2019 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAnastasia Albert, yoga teacher, mindful leader and dog-lover is here to chat about her beautiful and grounded destination wedding! Anastasia shares why releasing control and leaning into her strengths was the best approach to her very special day. Anastasia Albert is an Area Leader with CorePower Yoga. Supporting others to find success, both personally or professionally, is one of her passions, and this role allows her to do that work with an incredible team every day. She and her husband ...
Fitness, Food, Fuel and Fun with Dr. Jaclyn Shikowsky
December 19, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBDr. Jaclyn Shikowsky, a fierce Scorpio, a lover-of-anything-near-water, and a committed meditator, shares her secrets to making a well-rounded wellness routine stick. Dr. Jaclyn’s main passion in life is to make people feel inspired, motivated, and energetic, and with her new business Fully Align, and she does that with Fitness, Food, and Fuel. Fun is the secret sauce. Authors mentioned in the episode include Deepak Chopra, Gabrielle Bernstein, Eckhart Tolle, Abraham-Hicks and Wayne Dyer. ...
Staying Well When Life Shifts with Sara Schultz
December 12, 2019 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBEntrepreneur and all around badass, Sara Schultz, shares her contagious energy, self-confidence and cheerleader spirit with Wedded Wellness. Sara has traveled the world, started multiple successful businesses and is now a mama-to-be. Listen in as she shares her honest thoughts on what that means and how it has shaped her life thus far. After quitting a fortune 500 retail career, Sara and her husband chased summer around the world just for fun. When their travel ended over two years later, s...
Self-Care as a Ritual with Nellie Brau
December 12, 2019 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBNellie Brau, Holistic Health Coach and Founder of Haus of Ojas, centers her life's work on supporting her clients in slowing down, connecting with their innate wisdom, and approaching their health holistically. In this very first episode of the Wedded Wellness podcast, Ashley sits down with Nellie to discuss what it means to listen to our bodies to remain healthy and whole, even when we're living a full and busy life. Learn more about Nellie and her upcoming e-course by visiting www.hausof...
Yoga Practice and Life Practice with Stasi Leahy
December 12, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBStasi Leahy, fellow yoga teacher and one deep thinker, shares her tips for developing a home yoga practice. She draws parallels to our ongoing practice of yoga to the full spectrum of the human experience. Stasi Leahy is the visionary & Co-Founder behind the conscious media platform, Inquire 2 Inspire; a community committed to inspiring healing & connection through a curious mind & an open heart. Stasi began the creation process with partner & filmmaker, Austin Beery of Beery Visuals, in Ju...
Wedded Wellness Trailer
December 01, 2019 23:31 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBThe Wedded Wellness Podcast drops on December 12! Meet your host Ashley Sondergaard and subscribe now to get in on the very first episodes. Thanks for listening!