The Ocean of Yoga, Colonization, and Calling In—Not Out w/ Amy Landry

Ever wondered how to honor the roots of yoga while still finding your own voice as a modern teacher? In this episode, I sit down with the thoughtful and wise Amy Landry to explore the nuances, responsibilities, and beauty of being a yoga teacher in today's world.We cover heritage, hot takes, and how to hold space for complexity—all with the intention of creating more unity, not division.In this episode, we chat about:🌊 Why “The Ocean of Yoga” is the perfect metaphor for what we’re trying to grasp🧘🏻‍♀️ How Amy weaves subtle energetics like mudras, kumbhakas, and bandhas into the yoga experience 😮‍💨  The deep discomfort and power in representing a tradition that doesn’t come from your lineage📣 Our response to the loud (and often divisive) voices on Instagram🔍 Why ethnic heritage shouldn’t define your worthiness to honor and uphold yogic teachings🗣️ The difference between Indian and South Asian identity—and why it matters when we talk about representation 👀  A nuanced look at British and Islamic colonization’s impact on the yoga you know today🎭 Misconceptions we both hear constantly— the two things you thought you knew about the chakras might not be true!🤝 Why these conversations need to be had, even when they’re uncomfortable, and especially when they invite togetherness over separationIf you’ve ever felt unsure about how to be respectful, real, and rooted in your teaching—this one’s for you.Connect with MaKenzieWays to connect with Amy 2025 Nepal Yoga Pilgrimage2026 Indian Retreat - Ayurveda, Yoga & Indic Arts Free 25-page PDF Components of a Complete Practice Follow Amy on Instagram Book: The Ocean of Yoga, Shambhala Publications, Release date: March 31, 2026Please subscribe, rate, and review to help us continue to deliver free, valuable content each and every week. Take a screenshot at the end of every episode, share in your IG stories, and tag @masteryouryogateaching. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-your-yoga-teaching-with-makenzie-fly--6089975/support.Connect with MaKenzieYour Next Class Plan Is Waiting for You - Swipe Your FREE Sample of Inspired Flow WeeklyDesign Dynamic Sequences FAST - Grab Your Copy of the Pose Bible HereDo you want MaKenzie on your show? - Let's get it booked here.