The Far Side of Fitness

The Far Side of Fitness


Latest Episodes

484. Erica Rascon - Examining The Lack of Black Yoga Instructors and How Yoga Went from a Lifestyle to a Business
January 27, 2023

In this episode I talked to Yoga Instructor, Erica Rascon. We traverse the very important topic of the lack of Yoga instructors who are people of color, the relationship between religion and Yoga and how Yoga became a business and what that is both a good

483. Adison Briana - Exploring Stereotypes and the Role of Sexuality in Yoga and Dance Content Creation
January 26, 2023

In this episode I have a revealing conversation with Yoga and Dance Influencer, Adison Briana. Adison talks candidly about her pursuit of wanting to be a YouTuber, balancing artistic expression and sexuality in content creation and how she doesn't thi

Ep. 4 Decoding Diet Culture (Season 2) - Keto
January 25, 2023

The versions of keto are endless. This diet started out as a treatment for neurodegenerative disorders like epilepsy and has morphed into a burn away your fat stores by eating nothing fat. Intriguing, yes. Some evidence to support efficacy, but not like

Arbiters of Bad Taste - Glass Onion Movie Review: How Can a Mystery Movie Turn Out to Not Be a Mystery?
January 24, 2023

Simon and Darian discuss the movie Glass Onion. Simon doesn't love this move and Darian doesn't love it, but also thinks it is somewhat entertaining. The guys get super deep and discuss how humanity reveals spirituality and not the other way aroun

482. Swati Sharma - Overcoming Cultural Conformity Barriers to Psychedelic Practices
January 20, 2023

In this episode Swati and I talk about cultural conformity and how that affects going outside of the norm in plant medicine, being open about our psychedelic experiences and being more visible in the psychedelic space. Swati Sharma is a media professional

481. Nausheen Chen - How To Make a Memorable and Impactful Public Speaking Performance
January 19, 2023

In this episode Nausheen and I dig deep into overcoming the cultural expectations for people of color and public speaking. We also chat about how to connect in your most authentic way so that people will connect authentically with you. Finally, Nausheen l

Ep. 3 Decoding Diet Culture (Season 2) - Intermittent Fasting
January 18, 2023

This time restricted eating protocol is touted as the thing to do to lose weight. Is it effective? What are the long term benefits? Short term irritations? Listen in to get the details on this practice.Audio Credits:Dr. Erin Nitschke (Main Speaker)email

480. Katie Krimitsos - Why Meditation Can Come in Many Different Forms and Experiences
January 16, 2023

In this episode Katie and I discuss the biggest misconceptions about meditation and how the future of meditation looks a lot like the merging of technology with humankind.Katie Krimitsos is a mom, wife, adventurer, podcaster, seeker and change maker. She&

Ep. 3 What's Good in the World? Salt Batteries, Dutch Cars and How to Get to Your Destination with The Help of Others
January 13, 2023

The news is not all bad. Seriously, lots of great things are happening in the world and we cant wait to share it with you. Join Darian and Aicila as they explore positive news articles that will uplift and give you hope for our world.Aicila shares a stor

479. Cha Wilde - Yoga, Painting, Music and the Intensity of Self
January 13, 2023

In this episode Cha and I certainly don't beat around the bush. Darian figures out why Cha threw him off in the beginning of the episode, Cha's foundations of Yoga, Painting and Music and how to be your true self. This episode is full intensity!Ch