Welcome to Not Just Yoga: A fortnightly podcast about yoga, technology, books, music, television and local businesses.
Available on Anchor, Spotify, Apple, Google, Breaker, Pocket Casts and RadioPublic.
Not Just Yoga trailer
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Welcome-to-Not-Just-Yoga-ekv01g
Introducing a brand new podcast that will talk about yoga and many other subjects, with local businesses being promoted each episode.
Episode 1: Beer, Cake and Yoga
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Beer–Cake-and-Yoga-elj69i
My email address is admin@sayyestoyoga.co.uk. The Reading Rooms can be found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thereadingroomspelsall where you can see all the current events, you can order online at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/ and The Backyard Brewhouse can be found online at https://www.tbb.uk.com/ where you can order your own beer for home delivery! This episode also has the first mention of The Silver Hedgehog! https://www.thesilverhedgehog.com/.
Episode 2: History, Halloween and Sherlock
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/History–Halloween-and-Sherlock-els71k
Trying to film videos when you’re not Steven Spielberg, Alan Partridge relaxation tips, Halloween reading and learning history from Blackadder! Fantastic customer service at https://www.facebook.com/profittyresandexhausts. The podcasts I mentioned are Archery Geek Outdoors which can be found at https://archerygeekoutdoors.podbean.com/ and Aaron Mahnke’s Cabinet of Curiosities http://aaronmahnke.com/curiosities/.
Episode 3: Bats, Dogs and Hula Hoops
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Bats–Dogs-and-Hula-Hoops-eml6lo
Learning new skills, looking after a needy hound and opinions on various documentaries. Business contact details: For foody goodness take a look at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/. For all your beer needs go to https://www.tbb.uk.com/. Carla can be found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/imaginethatdesignandmarketing. Amy’s website is https://www.amyeirajewellery.co.uk/. Richard’s podcast is available at https://archerygeekoutdoors.podbean.com/ and you can find out more about That Yoga Woman’s Podcast by Jules at https://www.thatyogawoman.com/podcast.
Episode 4: Skipping, Oktoberfest and Pink Floyd
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Skipping–Oktoberfest-and-Pink-Floyd-enim49
Forward planning, compact discs and the abundance of Christmas telly. Business contact details: For foody goodness take a look at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/. For all your beer needs go to https://www.tbb.uk.com/. Mario’s Other Plaice can be found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mariosotherplaice and Belle can be found on Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BelleMakesEarringsX. Information for The Rewired Radio Show is at https://www.therewiredpodcast.com/ and You’re Dead To Me can be found at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07mdbhg.
Episode 5: Reading, Sharpe and Nessun Dorma
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Reading–Sharpe-and-Nessun-Dorma-eodlg5
The joys of technology, reading and nature! Find out what Wiggy likes to watch on the telly… For foody goodness take a look at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/. For all your beer needs go to https://www.tbb.uk.com/.
Episode 6: Russia, Zoom and Backgammon
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Russia–Zoom-and-Backgammon-ep0ngd
Technological advances and how keep occupied on dark winter nights. For foody goodness take a look at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/. For all your beer needs go to https://www.tbb.uk.com/. Emma’s website is https://www.eromayoga.com/ where you can find her social media links too!
Episode 7: Columbo, Latin and Point Horror
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Columbo–Latin-and-Point-Horror-epkuo1
Find out about my never ending quest to understand technology, why I love the man in the raincoat and my penchant for 90s horror books. This episode also introduces two new yoga sections, Yoga Myths Busted and Yoga 101. The Point Horror podcast is available at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-point-that-horror-at-me/id1450725833 and the Zing Pilates Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/zingwalsall.co.uk.
Epsiode 8: Business, Moomins and Netflix
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Business–Moomins-and-Netflix-eqegtf
Discover the difference between Moomins and Snorks and find out why yoga really is for everyone! Find me at https://sayyestoyoga.co.uk/. The Backyard Brewery can be found at https://www.tbb.uk.com/. I mention several podcasts in this episode, so Archery Geek Outdoors is at https://archerygeekoutdoors.podbean.com/, The Rewired Radio Show is at https://www.therewiredpodcast.com/ and Don’t Point That Horror At Me is at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-point-that-horror-at-me/id1450725833.
Episode 9: Websites, Finland and Compact Discs
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Websites–Finland-and-Compact-Discs-er4dsa
Am I the only person who still plays CDs? Find out about my love for Moomins and how helpful people have been. You can find Garry’s blog and review site at https://www.thesilverhedgehog.com/ and The Backyard Brewhouse can be found at https://www.tbb.uk.com/. Meanwhile, Anja can be found at https://anjayoga.co.uk/ and Emma’s website is https://www.eromayoga.com/ then finally Rethink Mental Illness https://www.rethink.org/.
Episode 10: Namaste, Carcassonne and TV Detectives
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Namaste–Carcassonne-and-TV-Detectives-eskgeh
Why does a normal Magnum P.I. boxset not exist? Have you ever wanted to learn Latin? The link to the article by Madhav Deshpande is https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2020/01/17/406246770/how-namaste-flew-away-from-us?t=1615841352512. Jane’s shop is called Trinket Magpie and can be found at https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TrinketMagpie and the Red Rock Games website is https://www.redrockgames.co.uk/.
Episode 11: Poirot, Stretching and Murder Mysteries
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Poirot–Stretching-and-Murder-Mysteries-etv4ns
How exactly do you pronounce Poirot? Discover why yoga is more than just a few stretches and find out my murder mystery recommendations! The Backyard Brewery can be found at https://www.tbb.uk.com/ for all beer supplies. Find them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/backyardbrewhouse/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/backyardbrewhouse. Bean and Baked will sort you out with cakes and treats if you head over to https://beanandbaked.co.uk/. All of Peter Boone’s books are available on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Peter-Boon/e/B08B4KT77B%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share. The full list of Meg Muldoon books can be found at https://www.megmuldoon.com and finally, if you want to give Zumba a go, then contact LA Zumba https://www.facebook.com/LAZumba80. There’s a lot for this episode!
Episode 12: Astronauts, Sundown and The Old Dark House
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Astronauts–Sundown-and-The-Old-Dark-House-ev9ce4
Discover how to fulfill your dreams of becoming an astronaut, find out why all yoga classes are definitely not the same and consider how often you use IMDB! The article about yoga is at https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/philosophy/beyond-belief/. You can find out more about Khruangbin at https://www.khruangbin.com/ and curious gifts galore can be found at https://acuriousgift.co.uk/. As always, Bean and Baked have all their goodies available at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/ and to wash down all that delicious cake you can order a selection of drinks at https://www.tbb.uk.com/.
Episode 13: Wiggy, Pubs and Henry Sugar
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Wiggy–Pubs-and-Henry-Sugar-evtnp3
Find out why it’s a bad idea to play cards with Henry Sugar and discover the real star of Not Just Yoga! (Clue – he has four legs and a snout). Richard’s podcast is at https://anchor.fm/archery-geek-outdoors and you can also find him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/archery.geek.outdoors/. Bean and Baked are regularly adding to their selection of goodies at https://beanandbaked.co.uk/ and to quench your thirst, you can buy ale, craft beer and gin at https://www.tbb.uk.com/. Andrea’s Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/hippyhangout where you can find unique items including bags, cushions and aprons.
Episode 14: Brainbrushing, Mud and The Incredible Hulk
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Brainbrushing–Mud-and-The-Incredible-Hulk-e11q3fn
How exactly do you brush your brain?! Find out more at https://johndabell.com/2018/01/04/brain-brushing/. What connection does Bruce Banner have to yoga? And has anyone else heard of Puddle Lane?
Episode 15: Teapots, Blackadder and Englishness
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Teapots–Blackadder-and-Englishness-e13msdl
Find out more about The English book by Jeremy Paxman at https://jeremypaxman.co.uk/book/the-english but you can search for the Fox Mulder photos yourself! And if anyone can decipher Shakespeare into more simple versions, please contact me! https://www.litcharts.com/shakescleare/shakespeare-translations/henry-viii is what I tried to read.
Episode 16: Cold Showers, Napoleon and Cartoon Dogs
https://anchor.fm/notjustyoga/episodes/Cold-Showers–Napoleon-and-Cartoon-Dogs-e159er6
Are you willing to try the Wim Hof method? Give it a go at https://www.wimhofmethod.com/ and let me know how you get on. What’s the deal with anthropomorphism? I don’t think there is much difference between the effect (on me) of what happens to a cartoon dog compared to a real dog on screen. And does anyone choose a musket before a sword when asked about the weapons of a musketeer? Find out more about the creator of these swashbuckling heroes (and all the other Musketeer books at https://www.biography.com/writer/alexandre-dumas. For Napoleon, take a look at https://www.history.com/topics/france/napoleon or you can even join the society at https://napoleonichistoricalsociety.org/.