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In this yoga podcast, hosts Brendon Orr and Gina Clingerman talk yoga with Emily Brown, Jess Ryan, and Steph Hanson for a deeply personal YogaScussion on the origins of their beloved Blossom Yoga and Dharma teacher training in Laramie, Wyoming. This episode offers a refreshing lens on modern yoga culture by exploring the magic—and the messy reality—of mixing deep friendships with business ownership. The trio shares how divine timing brought them together to build a sacred community space, and how doing their own shadow work allowed them to hold space for their students’ growth. Listeners will discover how a collaborative yoga practice and honest communication can transform a small-town studio into a life-changing experience. Whether you are a studio owner, a yoga teacher, or simply seeking deeper connections, this episode illuminates the power of authentic community.
Hear Emily, Jess, and Steph explain why blending friendship and business wasn’t just a risk, but the only way they could truly grow together—and how burning their deepest fears in the woods changed their lives forever.
Recording Date: May 18, 2026
In This Episode:
- Navigating the complexities of mixing deep friendship with business ownership
- How “divine timing” and shadow work shaped their transformative teacher training
- The reality of holding space for each other’s parallel lives, grief, and growth
- Why burning their deepest fears in the woods became a pivotal business exercise
- Transitioning from a shared studio venture to individual paths while maintaining lifelong bonds