The Afro Yoga Podcast

In our final episode of the season we dive into meditation, knowledge of self and becoming the alchemist. A huge thank you to our amazing guest @didiermponte of @madebylightandwater and of course my incredible co-host @msnicole_c.

Find more about Didier's work https://www.lightandwater.org/

In this episode we have some technical difficulties but plenty of dope gems as we discuss:

In this episode Nicole and I take a moment to recap on the first half of the season. Nicole shares some full moon rituals and we get into a beautiful conversation themed around the evolution of Black men, returning to Self and standing in our power. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode we talk about the power of finding yourself through travel, experiencing boundlessness and freedom — especially through the mental and structural limitations of being Black in America.

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In this episode @msnicole_c and I talk with @thespiritualhomie who drops major game in how to live an intentionally created and joy-filled life. He shares his story and how hip-hop music inspired him and gave him wisdom to overcome adversity in his environment.

In this episode we interview my dad, T Franklin, @fatsfranklin where he shares a wealth of life experiences including growing up a military brat, enlisting in the Air Force himself and how the foundation of who he is developed from it. From traveling all over the world, to dealing with racial stress and trauma in America, to developing his self-care, healing practices and financial literacy to find a sense of wellbeing.

We hope you enjoy this candid episode!

In episode 2 we talk with @amir_yogiathlete founder of @yogiathlete who takes us through his wellness journey of self-discovery. He talks about growing up in South Los Angeles, finding yoga, healing trauma through the practice and transforming into his true self.

We hope you enjoy this amazing conversation filled with gems!

Nicole and I kick off season 3 of the Afro Yoga Podcast with an incredible discussion about love with our LA homie, Stephan Houston. Stephan shares intimately about his experience as a Black man working in the prison system, taking a leap of faith to start his plant-based catering business and the journey of embodying love. We share tips on how to practice self-love, the importance of being true to who you are strengthening your sense of self. This was an epic episode we hope you enjoy and share! 

Find Stephan Houston on Instagram at @plateofhue

A special conversation today with Owl Rare, who shares with us some intimate details of their life and the journey to wellness, increasing representation and access for LGBTQ. Connect and support their amazing work below:

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Podcast: QTPOC Talks

Instagram: @owlrare