Ep 299 Daniel Simpson – The Evolution of Modern Yoga

Daniel discusses his new book, The Evolution of Modern Yoga, exploring its historical roots, key figures like Vivekananda, and how traditional practices have been adapted for contemporary wellness and cultural contexts. MAIN TOPICS · The distinction between pre-modern and modern yoga practices · Vivekananda's influence on yoga in the West · The shift from renunciate to household yoga · The integration of Western and Indian traditions · The role of physical postures in modern yoga · The influence