In this warm and inspiring episode, Kino MacGregor welcomes her dear friend and legendary Ashtanga Yoga teacher David Swenson for a conversation about his new book, Only Dead Fish Go With the Flow.

David shares what sparked the idea for the book — a collection of stories, reflections, and wisdom from decades of living yoga on and off the mat. He offers an inside look at the writing journey: the surprises, the challenges of editing, and why he chose the self-publishing route to keep his voice true and unfiltered.

David shares a few anecdotes straight out of the book!

Kino and David also laugh and reflect on life’s simple pleasures — teaching students around the world, staying connected to loved ones, and tending to the fruit trees that thrive under David’s careful eye on his Hawaiian land.

This episode is a reminder that yoga is more than poses — it’s a way of living with courage, humor, and a willingness to swim against the current when your heart says so.

Tune in for:

• Why Only Dead Fish Go With the Flow is a book for every yogi and seeker

• Practical tips on writing and self-publishing

• Teaching stories and life lessons from decades of practice

• Honest reflections on staying rooted in what matters

• A glimpse into David’s island life, fruit trees included!

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