The Joanne Avison Podcast
The Joanne Avison Podcast is a journey into Spiritual Science, examining the sacred geometry of human form and motion and how the Fascia Matrix changes all we thought we knew about human bodies. Reflecting on her rich experience as a movement and manual therapy practitioner, Certified Archetypal Consultant, ordained minister and Doctor of Spiritual Science; Joanne challenges our assumptions of human anatomy, and asks us to consider the "Humans Being" as intimately relating "soma to soul" such that they can't really be useful separated. Joanne animates the true meaning of practical spirituality and the patterns of (our) body and being as one!! Told through artful storytelling and conversations with scientists, researchers, teachers, clients and curious fellow beings; this podcast will spark your curiosity of humans “being in bodies”, and inspire your life-long inquiry into who you really are.
Episodes
124 episodes
Can Yoga REALLY Improve Your Mental Health?
What if there were simple tools that could improve your inner world immediately - without you folding yourself into a “pretzel” or meditating for hours? In this episode, Joanne Avison interviews Jyoti Manuel, of Special Yoga, who works every...
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29:43
Beyond the Gym: How Functional Movement Enhances Your Daily Life
In this episode, we're going beyond the gym to explore the transformative power of functional movement in enhancing our daily lives and the lives of those we care for. By incorporating specific features of holistic fascia training and movement ...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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24:53
Unlocking the Secrets of the Embryo: the Science You Never Knew. With Dr Karen Kirkness
Join Joanne in this brilliant chat with Dr. Karen Kirkness as they take a fascinating journey to unlock the secrets of the embryo, that remarkable human blueprint we all share! From the earl...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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41:09
What Your Fascia is Trying to Tell You About Your Body
Discover the hidden language of your body, and how it makes SUCH a huge difference to your ability to enjoy moving and being in your body - if you learn to tune into it... Fascia, as you'll discover in this week’s episode, literally...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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24:18
Muscle Trembling? Signs You're Overtraining
If you’ve ever experienced muscle trembling during or after a workout or a class - you may have heard the idea that it’s “good for you”. But, as Paul and Joanne discuss in this episode, it could actually be a sign that you’re over...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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21:12
The Truth About Myofascial Release: What You Need to Know
In this enlightening episode, Joanne delves into the fascinating world of myofascial release, discussing various interpretations of this powerful bodywork technique and what it means to different people. Tune in to discover how myofasci...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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30:31
Exploring Anatomy Through Spirals: A Deep Dive with Dr Karen Kirkness
Join Dr. Karen Kirkness and Joanne Avison in this enlightening exploration of anatomy through the lens of spirals, where they delve into the fascinating intersection of holistic health and anatomical insights, as revealed in Karen’s book Spiral...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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40:01
Fascia, Spirit, and Movement: Inside Joanne Avison's New Book
Enjoy this story (behind the story!) of Joanne Avison’s groundbreaking new book, that explores the intricate connections between our body’s anatomy and holistic wellness through understanding fascia, spirit, and movement. In this episode Joanne...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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16:13
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living: Permaculture, Ayurveda and Yoga with Justin Robertshaw
Discover the transformative power of ancient wisdom in our modern lives through the harmonious practices of permaculture, Ayurveda, and yoga. In this enlightening conversation, Joanne and wellness consultant Justin Robertshaw explore how these ...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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47:40
Unlocking Fascia: The Ultimate Reset for Peak Performance
Joanne and Paul are back with another Myofascial Magic In Action episode! Listen in as they explain how fascia influences movement and adaptability - not just during intense exercise but also during our everyday activities....
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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38:52
The Future of Medicine: How Energy, Fascia & Intuition Shape Healing, with Carol Davis
Join us on an enlightening journey as we explore the future of medicine and how energy, fascia, and intuition are shaping the landscape of healing. In this episode, Emeritus Professor Carol Davis and Joanne delve into the exciting realm of inte...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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53:34
Unlock Your Potential: Martial Arts & Neuromuscular Therapy with Paul Thornley
We've discovered a long-lost never-heard-before interview with the brilliant Paul Thornley from 2021, and simply had to share it with you!! In it Paul shares the transformative power of combining martial arts with neuromuscular therapy, disting...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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51:00
The Secret Network That Controls Your Muscles, with John Sharkey
In this delightful interview with John Sharkey, we cover what we need to know as movement and manual therapists about Stretching, Myofascial integrity and some key principles about Fascia. I had this chat with John last year but it was only rel...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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37:58
You're Alive! Why that matters to Dr Jean-Claude Guimberteau
Dr. Jean-Claude Guimberteau delves into the incredible world of fascia, providing biological insights and anatomy clarity on why being alive matters. Explore fascia functions and gain a deeper understanding of the human body in this fascinating...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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57:31
Why Micro Movements have MACRO impact - if you know how to work them!
In this episode Joanne addresses a fascinating question about micro movement, from a Myofascial Magic in Action course participant. She unpacks why daily micro movements can lead to such significant improvements in wellbeing, explainin...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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24:10
Why we need to ditch Mechanisms for Magical Movements: A New Paradigm
In this episode Joanne and Paul explore the evolution of movement science, emphasising the non-linear, self-organising nature of human bodies. With a delightful blend of historical anecdotes, personal stories, and foundational research, they ch...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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50:27
Tending with Tenderness
This week’s podcast with yoga teachers Calli Popham and Jessica Sullivan is all about tending - and teaching - with tenderness.We explore Calli’s distinctions of an embodied yoga approach and the value of moving away from more tradition...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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50:03
How confident cueing can transform your teaching…
How honest is your cueing? In this episode Paul and Joanne talk about “honest cueing” and “honest movement”. They explain why it's essential to “cue from the heart in your own way”, in a fascinating and thought-provoking chat...From pac...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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39:44
How the menopause can be a life-changing opportunity, with Dinah Siman
In this week’s episode I interview Dinah Siman, a wonderful multi-talented teacher who practices Pilates, Yoga and Gyrotonic™, and has made her name in recent years by specialising in Menopause Pilates. Now also an author, Dinah aims to impassi...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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38:19
Why these 5 words matter so much to movement teachers
This episode is inspired by important questions we’re very often asked by movement teachers about cueing and language.So... What exactly do we all mean by the word Stretch? Or Stabilise? Or Strengthen? Or Stiffen...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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39:35
Why playful movement is ESSENTIAL, according to Wil Brown
In this episode Joanne talks to Wil Brown, the founder of London Movement Group. Wil is all about experiencing life via physical exploration, in action. He sees his job as “sharing what I figure out…” and has gained tens of thousands of fans fo...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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41:40
Are you a McDonald's or a Michelin Star style movement teacher?
Myofascial Magic in Action is not a method – it’s a standard available for all the different methods we teach and learn in movement. It raises the game around the difference we can make to ourselves and our clients, whatever modality we choose....
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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26:18
Celebrating Ten Years of the British Fascia Symposium!
It’s the 10th Anniversary of the British Fascia Symposium, so we wanted to celebrate!So this is a special conversation with Jan Trewartha, the brilliant Director of the BFS and The Fascia Hub. Listen in to hear how it all began, t...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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47:05
To floss, or not to floss..?
In this episode Paul and Joanne respond to a question they received about the value of Neural Flossing or Spinal Flossing. The question “to floss or not to floss?” is one worth considering – and even if you disagree, this conversation might exp...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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22:58
Geometry and the Subtle Body
This week’s episode is Joanne's response to a request – to talk about Geometry and what it means in understanding the body. It’s a fascinating exploration. Joanne's response includes a reading from her book Yoga Fascia Anatomy and Movem...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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14:41