Community
In this episode, hosts Mark and Jordan welcome their very first guest, Erinn Leigh. What starts with playful banter about Erinn’s surname and podcast planning, quickly transitions into a thoughtful discussion on the topic of community. The trio chats about their own experiences with community, including Erinn’s entertaining tale of her dog Maisie’s unexpected leap out of a moving car, the trials of running a yoga studio, and the various forms of community they engage with. Humorous moments ensue, especially when talking about Mark and Erin's downto-earth approach in managing their yoga studio, Suka Yoga, and their genuine attempts at fostering a welcoming community amidst the complexities of small business ownership. From plucking chin hairs to discussing the reality of cult-like yoga cliques, this episode blends humor, personal anecdotes, and insightful reflections on the true meaning of community.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Reveal
00:32 Choosing the Word of the Day
00:41 Defining Community
02:10 Maisie's Adventure at Zilker Park
07:35 The Importance of Community
10:52 Challenges of Running a Yoga Studio
17:58 Belonging vs. Fitting In
23:16 Navigating Community in Modern Times
29:00 Feeling Like an Outsider in the Yoga Community
29:15 The Holy Hell Documentary and Cults
29:54 Experiences with Bikram Yoga
31:18 Creating Suka: A Place of Belonging
32:54 Teaching Yoga and Building Community
34:44 The Therapeutic Nature of Hairdressing
37:28 The Reality of Yoga and Spiritual Practices
49:07 The Importance of Community in Yoga
50:34 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans