Red Beard Embodiment Podcast

This week, Alex sits down with Daniel Seifert, a journalist whose work has appeared in the BBC, New York Times, and National Geographic. Daniel shares how he stumbled upon neurogenic tremoring through YouTube videos while looking for ways to manage deadline stress. What started as curious exploration quickly became a regular practice that helped him sleep better, release jaw tension, and feel more at ease in his body. His story is ...

In this episode, Alex talks with Charna Cassell, a Trauma-Trained Psychotherapist and Sexuality Coach  from Oakland who combines somatic coaching, bodywork, and energy medicine in her practice. Charna explains why talk therapy often fails to create change in trauma recovery, and how physical practices can transform the nervous system in ways cognitive understanding cannot.

Charna shares her journey through "boundary bootcamp&qu...

In this episode of the Red Beard Embodiment podcast, host Alex welcomes Simona Irwin and Layah Jane Singer-Wilson for a genuine conversation about Five Rhythms dance as a pathway to befriending fear and healing trauma.

The guests share their personal stories – Simona recounting her first Five Rhythms experience that brought unexpected tears after years of emotional blockage during her health struggles, and Layah describing how movem...

What if your client’s tremor, stretch, or undulation wasn’t a symptom—but a sign of healing? In this episode, Alex sits down with physical therapist, somatic educator and TRE Provider, Joel Begin to explore the natural, spontaneous movements that often arise in bodywork, movement therapy, and somatic healing—but are still largely misunderstood.

Joel shares the story behind his 2022 paper, “Characterizing a Common Class of Spontaneou...

What happens when your body calls for change—and you actually listen? In this powerful episode, Alex sits down with Matthew Cooke, founder of Body-Based Breakthrough (B3), to explore how burnout led him away from the tech hustle and into the healing world of somatic coaching. With roots in high-performance culture and a life-changing crash into chronic stress, Matthew shares how he pieced together his own path to nervous system hea...

In this episode of the Red Beard Embodiment Podcast, Alex sits down with Ruth Milsten, a licensed clinical social worker, yoga teacher, and trauma specialist, to explore the transformative power of safe, regulating touch and holistic healing. Ruth shares her journey from traditional social work to integrating yoga, sound healing, and somatic practices into her therapy. She delves into the unique challenges and gifts of being a high...

In this episode, Alex welcomes Siv, a chiropractor and TRE (Tension and Trauma Release Exercises)provider with over 15 years of experience integrating neurogenic tremoring into her practice. Siv shares her journey of discovering TRE, its deep impact on her patients, and how she combines this natural healing technique with chiropractic care to address deep-seated trauma and stress. Together, Alex and Siv discuss the art, science, an...

In this episode, Alex sits down with Simba Stenqvist, a TRE provider and trainer originally from Sweden, now based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Simba runs a retreat and healing center called Living with the Spirit, which he co-founded with his wife. With a background in martial arts and a passion for embodiment and holistic healing practices, Simba shares his journey into TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) and how he integrat...

What happens when a sound engineer dives deep into the human nervous system? In this episode of Red Beard Embodiment podcast, host Alex Greene sits down with Sam Curtis, a seasoned sound engineer who has worked with music legends like Michael Jackson and David Bowie. Sam shares his unexpected journey from the world of music to becoming a passionate advocate for nervous system health and trauma healing.

Sam opens up about his persona...

In this episode host Alex Greene sits down with Petter Larsson, a former Swedish national security and intelligence officer turned risk management consultant, leadership coach, and TRE Provider. Petter shares his personal journey of burnout and recovery, and how he came to understand that stress management is risk management.

Petter's story is a powerful reminder that even the most resilient among us can be vulnerable to stress...

Have you ever wondered how your nervous system works and how it impacts your daily life? Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating world of the polyvagal theory with Liz Arch, a somatic coach specializing in nervous system regulation.

Liz shares her personal journey of healing from trauma and panic disorder, discovering the power of understanding the nervous system through the polyvagal lens. Learn how this knowledge ...

What if your greatest strength could also be your greatest weakness? In this episode, Alex talks with Andrew Ragan, founder of Soul Centered Strength, about his journey from physical strength to emotional and spiritual healing. Andrew shares his moving story about the birth of his son, which led him to discover deep, buried emotions that he had hidden with too much strength training. This episode shows how personal growth can bring...

In this episode, Alex Greene is joined by Dr. Amanda Blake, author of 'Your Body Is Your Brain' and a master in the field of somatic leadership coaching. Together, they take a deep look into the intersection of neurobiology, experiential learning, and leadership, unpacking how self-awareness and embodiment can be critical tools for personal transformation and effective leadership. 

Dr. Blake shares her journey from studyin...

What happens when your career conflicts with your deepest values? In this episode, Jacob Strong shares how leaving his job as a civil engineer led him to a new life filled with purpose and connection. His journey shows how movement and somatic practices can help us understand ourselves and our place in the world.

Jacob Strong, now a somatic coach and men's work facilitator, started his career in environmental engineering in Syd...

Imagine transforming your everyday movement into a joyful, mindful practice that nurtures both body and soul. In this episode, Alex Greene sits down with Reneé Tillotson, the inspiring founder of Still and Moving Center in Honolulu. Reneé shares her fascinating story of how she turned a personal passion for movement into a thriving community, offering insights on self-coaching and mindful living.

Reneé's journey begins as a gym...

Have you ever wondered about the origins of TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises)? In this podcast, Alex interviews Joan McDonald, one of the pioneers of TRE, who shares the fascinating story of how she got involved and the challenges and triumphs of the early days. Joan also discusses the potential of TRE in various applications, including 

Joan McDonald, a registered social worker with a long career in education, is one of ...

Dive into the transformative world of somatic healing in this compelling episode of our podcast. Join host Alex as he engages with Stephanie Scarminach, a seasoned expert in somatic psychology from Santa Cruz, California. Stephanie shares her journey from personal struggles to finding her path in healing others through body awareness and psychological healing. This episode promises not only to enlighten but also to inspire anyone i...

In this episode of our podcast, Alex welcomes back Nicolette de Saint-Amour, affectionately known as Niki, to dive into the intricate world of the Feldenkrais method. Fresh from completing their four-year professional training in Kelowna, Canada, Alex and Niki share their experiences and compelling insights they've gained along the way. As two individuals who started their Feldenkrais journey during the early stages of the pan...

In this episode, Alex sits down with Doshin Shim Roshi to explore the role of the body in Zen Buddhist practice, and its intersection with Hawaiian spirituality. 

Alex and Doshin Shim Roshi discuss their shared experiences training in the Chozen-ji style of Zen Buddhist meditation. They share stories of rigorous training, spiritual insights, and the integration of life lessons derived from both Zen and Hawaiian practices. The conver...