The Ego Podcast

In episode nine of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by award winning stand up comedian, writer and actress, Sandra Battaglini. Sandra shares her experience with meditation and kundalini yoga and explains how she uses these practices in unison with all of her creative projects. I really enjoyed recording this episode with Sandra and learned a great deal about her in the process. We talk ego, fame and how meditation can help us manage these topics. Enjoy!

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings Studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode eight of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by family lawyer and mindfulness teacher, Nicolle Kopping-Pavars. We discuss Nicolle's experience coming into mindfulness and meditation, teaching mindfulness to lawyers and a life altering experience Nicolle had that changed her life forever.

I found this episode very moving and I had goosebumps throughout. I am so grateful to Nicolle for sharing her story and insight with listeners here. For more information about Nicolle's mindfulness practices and teachings, you can find related articles on her website at: https://lotus-law.com/

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode seven of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the very talented comedian, rapper and meditation supporter, Marito Lopez. On this episode, we have a very candid discussion about the ego, the entertainment industry, God and Marito's positive experience with meditation. I really enjoyed recording this episode and learned a lot from this extremely wise and thoughtful person!

For more information about Marito and his comedy you can follow him on social media @FmaritoL and @nochampagnpapi. For more information on Marito's rap comedy group Runnin' at the Mouth, you can find them online @ratmcomedy.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings Studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode six of the Ego Podcast I am joined by yoga and meditation instructor and ayurvedic science advocate, Franziska Marty. Franziska is originally from Switzerland and now making her home in India. This episode was recorded during my time studying at Kashish Yoga School in Goa and on it we discuss the benefits of meditation, spending time in nature, the details behind ayurvedic medicine and more. I really enjoyed recording this episode with Franziska and I'm excited for listeners to hear her story and the positive impact meditation has had on her.

This episode was recorded at Kashish Yoga School in Goa, India. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode five of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by yoga and meditation instructor and co-owner of Kashish Yoga School, Akhilesh K.R. I was fortunate enough to complete my yoga teacher training in Goa, India and Akhilesh was my lead instructor.

This episode was recorded during my time studying at Kashish Yoga School and on it we discuss the philosophies behind yoga, incorporating meditation into your routine, the ego in relation to the chakras and more! There is also a bonus meditation provided with this podcast that was led by Akhilesh that you are welcome to download.

For more information about Akhilesh and Kashish Yoga School please visit: https://kashishyoga.com/. You can also follow them on social media @kashishyoga

This episode was recorded at Kashish Yoga School in Goa, India. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode four of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by yoga and meditation instructor and founder of Ananda Yoga Retreats, Caitlan Carver. Caitlan has international teaching experience and numerous certifications under her belt as a yoga instructor, sound therapy and reiki healer.

On this episode we discuss her shift from working in public relations to teaching yoga and meditation. Caitlan gives an amazing explanation about what sound therapy has done for her and what her hope is in working with it for her students. This was such an interesting interview with such a brilliant woman and teacher.

For more information about Caitlan, her classes and upcoming retreats please visit: http://yogacait.com/ and http://puryogatoronto.com/. You can follow Caitlan on social media @anandayogaretreats and @yogacait.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings Studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode three of the Ego Podcast I am joined by stand up and sketch comedian, writer and actor, Carol Zoccoli. In addition to winning numerous awards in both Canada and Brazil for her comedy and appearing on major television network shows such as Saturday Night Live, Brazil and Canadian comedy festivals such as the Halifax Comedy Festival, Carol is a major advocate for meditation.

She sat down with me in the studio and shared how her experience with mindfulness and meditation has changed her life for the better. Carol is by far on of the most interesting people I have ever met and I am very grateful for this interview. For more info about Carol and her shows please visit: http://www.carolzoccoli.com/ and you can follow Carol on social media @carolzoccoli (@zoccolicarol on Instagram)

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

On episode two of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by award winning stand up comedian, writer and actress, Courtney Gilmour. Courtney and I discuss her experience at the Just for Laughs comedy festival, what it means to manifest our desires and Courtney's positive experience with meditation. Courtney is such a bright light and it was a pleasure to do this interview with her. For more info about Courtney and her comedy please visit: www.courtneygilmour.com and you can follow her on social media @courtgilmour.

This episode was recorded at the Laughing Vikings studio in Toronto. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

Please enjoy this guided meditation presented by Akhilesh K.R, head Instructor at Kashish Yoga in Goa, India. For more information on Akhilesh and Kashish Yoga, please visit https://kashishyoga.com/.

This episode was recorded at Kashish Yoga School in Goa, India. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor.

Please enjoy this five minute guided meditation, presented by Dena Jackson, host of the Ego Podcast.

This episode was recorded at Kashish Yoga School in Goa, India. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor.