Body Learning: The Alexander Technique

https://BodyLearningCast.com Robert Rickover

A podcast devoted to all aspects of the Alexander Technique, a method of learning how to release harmful tension and perform all your activities with greater ease and freedom.

September 22, 2018
Robert Rickover and Eileen Troberman

Marjorie Barstow's Teaching - 10

Follow up conversation with Robert Rickover and Eileen Troberman, both students of the late Marjorie Barstow. This conversation is primarily about the observational skills Marj ...
September 19, 2018
Monika Gross and Mark Walsh

Democratizing Embodiment

Alexander Technique teacher and founder of The Poise Project, Monika Gross joins Mark Walsh, host of the Embodiment Podcast, to discuss theatre, what is the Alexander Technique,...
September 13, 2018
Robert Rickover and Aniko Ball

From the Inside Out: Inner and Outer Ergonomics

Dr Anikó Ball, BDSc, a dentist and Alexander Technique teache in Melbourne, Australia talks with Robert Rickover about why it is so important to consider Inner Ergonomics princi...
September 01, 2018
Robert Rickover and Eileen Troberman

Marjorie Barstow's Teaching - 9

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students, but may be of interest to others as well.) Conversation with Robert Rickover and Eileen Troberman, both...
August 25, 2018
Jane Clappison

Constructive Rest Guided Talk-Through

Jane Clappison, an Alexander Technique teacher in East Yorkshire, England provides a talk-through for this useful Alexander Technique process. Jane's website: JaneClappison.co.u...
August 15, 2018
Robert Rickover and Gary Ramsey

How the Alexander Technique Helped Overecome a Deadly Predicament

Gary Ramsey, an Alexander Technique and voice and speech teacher in the New York City area, describes how he applied the principles of the Technique when he was told by his doct...
July 28, 2018
Mastaneh Nazarian and Jeando Masoero

The Development of the Alexander Technique - An Alternative Perspective- Part 3

Jeando Masoero speaks with Mastaneh Nazarian in a third conversation about the work of F.M. Alexander, its origins and its evolutions. The process of finding out how learning ...
June 29, 2018
Robert Rickover and Imogen Ragone

Alexander Technique and the Scientific Method - Part 2

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about the extent to which the scientific method is used by Alexander Technique ...
June 23, 2018
Mastaneh Nazarian and Jeando Masoero

The Development of the Alexander Technique - An Alternative Perspective- Part 2

Jeando Masoero speaks with Mastaneh Nazarian in a second conversation about the work of F.M. Alexander, its origins and its evolutions. The process of finding out how learning...
June 21, 2018
Robert Rickover and Imogen Ragone

Alexander Technique and the Scientific Method - Part 1

Imogen Ragone,an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about whether the scientific method played a role in the discoveries of F. Matth...
June 16, 2018
Mastaneh Nazarian and Jeando Masoero

The Development of the Alexander Technique - An Alternative Perspective- Part 1

Jeando Masoero speaks with Mastaneh Nazarian about the work of F.M. Alexander, its origins and its evolutions. The process of finding out how learning and teaching happen tak...
April 04, 2018
Robert Rickover and Ray Parker

A Professional Bass Player talks about his Experience with the Alexander Technique

Ray Parker, a bass player in New York City describes some of the ways the Alexander Technique has helped with his playing, and with everyday activities. Ray's website: RayParke...
March 28, 2018
Richard Brennan and Steve Nobel

How to Breathe - An Alexander Technique Guide to Breathing Well

Richard Brennan, an Alexander Technique teacher in Galway, Ireland, talks with Steve Nobel about ways in which the Technique can help you breathe more effeciently, and about his...
March 17, 2018
Robert Rickover and Jill Eng

Mindful Reality and the Alexander Technique

Jill Eng, an Alexander Technique teacher in Portland, Maine, talks with Robert Rickover about how she has combined Eastern practices, meditation and the Alexander Technique to c...
March 12, 2018
Robert Rickover and Peter Buckoke

The Value of Alexander Technique Training for Musicians

Peter Buckoke, a musician and Alexander Technique teacher in London, England talks with Robert Rickover about his work with students at the Royal College of Music and about why ...
February 21, 2018
Robert Rickover and Neville Shortt

Evolution of a Technique: FM’s three-act Play

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students, but may be of interest to others as well.) Robert Rickover talks with Neville Shortt, an Alexander Tech...
February 16, 2018
Robert Rickover and Neville Shortt

Alexander Technique: Teaching or Facilitating Learning?

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students, but may be useful for others as well.) Robert Rickover talks with Neville Shortt, an Alexander Techniqu...
February 11, 2018
Robert Rickover and Esther Miltiadous

Advice for Parents who are Concerned about the Posture and Coordination of their Young Children

Esther Miltiadous, an Alexander Technique teacher in North London, England, talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which parents can provide access to Alexander Technique pri...
January 31, 2018
Robert Rickover and Esther Miltiadous

The Usefulness of Teaching Alexander Technique Principles to Young Children

Esther Miltiadous, an Alexander Technique teacher in North London, England, talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which young children can benefit from being exposed to the ...
January 27, 2018
Robert Rickover and Esther Miltiadous

Applying Alexander Technique Principles in an Early Childhood Education Setting

Esther Miltiadous, an Alexander Technique teacher in North London, England, talks with Robert Rickover about her work, and that of other Alexander Teachers, at the Educare Small...
December 13, 2017
Nancy Bos and Marieke Schuurs

Body Mapping, the Alexander Technique and Singing

Nancy Bos interviews Marieke Schuurs about the usefulness of Body Mapping and the Alexander Technique for singers. This interview originally appeared on Nancy’s Every Sing Podca...
November 27, 2017
Robert Rickover and Theodore Dimon

The Discoveries of F. Matthias Alexander and Childhood Development - Part 2

Theodore Dimon, an Alexander Technique teacher, and founder and director of the Dimon Institute in New York City, talks with Robert Rickover about the importance of Alexander's ...
November 20, 2017
Robert Rickover and Theodore Dimon

The Discoveries of F. Matthias Alexander and Childhood Development - Part 1

Theodore Dimon, an Alexander Technique teacher, and founder and director of the Dimon Institute in New York City, talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which using the pr...
October 20, 2017
Alix Litwack and Meagan Johnson

Introduction to the Alexander Technique

Alix Litwack, host of Another Day of Living, host of Good Earth Radio, interviews Meagan Johnson, an Alexander Technique teacher in Indianapolis, Indiana, about the Alexander Te...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 5: Lessons in Self Direction - When and how often to use Directions

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 6: Lessons in Self Direction - Using Paradoxical Directions

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 4: Lessons in Self Direction - Two New Freedom Directions

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 2: Lessons in Self Direction - The Power of Ease

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 3: Lessons in Self Direction - The Challenge of Success

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lesson 1: Lessons in Self Direction - A Freedom Direction

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
October 10, 2017
Robert Rickover

Lessons in Self Direction - Using the Principles of the Alexander Technique: Introduction

For more information about Alexander Technique directions: BodyLearningCast.com/teachers/directions To learn more about Robert Rickover and his teaching in Lincoln, Nebraska and...
September 30, 2017
Robert Rickover and Jonathan Drake

How the Alexander Technique can help you take advantage of the fitness benefits of rowing or using a rowing machine

Robert Rickover talks with Jonathan Drake, an Alexander Technique teacher in Norwich, England about the many potential benefits of rowing and rowing machines and how the Tech...
September 26, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

Common singers' misconceptions about the Alexander Technique

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about some common misconceptions s...
September 21, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

Alexander Technique hands-on work: A Singer's Path to Freedom

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about the benefits of Alexander ha...
September 16, 2017
Imogen Ragone and Robert Rickover

Is there any Future for Alexander Technique Teachers?

Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher and web designer in Wilmington, Delaware, talks with Robert Rickover about F. Matthias Alexander's 1910 dream of a world without Al...
September 11, 2017
Robert Rickover and Braden Fox

A Fire Fighter talks about ways in which the Alexander Technique has helped him do his job

Braden Fox, a fire figher for the city of Toronto, Canada, talks with Robert Rickover about the ways his Alexander Technique lessons have helped him at work. Robert's website: ...
September 09, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

How the Alexander Technique can help with Stage Fright

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about how awarenes, and the Alexan...
September 06, 2017
Robert Rickover and Imogen Ragone

A Danger of effectve Alexander Technique Directing

(Although primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students, this podcast can potentially be useful for anyone.) Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmingto...
August 26, 2017
Robert Rickover

The Poise Project - Bringing the principles of Alexander Technique to new populations

Robert Rickover talks with Monika Gross, an Alexander Technique teacher and Executive Director of the Poise Project, about the project and it's first Initiative: "Alexander Tech...
August 16, 2017
Robert Rickover and Ainiko Ball

Tips for Presenting the Alexander Technique to Medical Professionals

(This podcast is primarily intended for Alexander Technique teachers and students) Robert Rickover talks with Dr Anikó Ball, an Alexander Technique teacher and dentist in Melbou...
August 10, 2017
Robert Rickover and Mary Derbyshire

The Alexander Technique and Fitness

Robert Rickover, an Alexander Technique teacher in Lincoln, Nebraska and Toronto, Canada, talks with Mary Derbyshire, and Alexander Technique teacher in Little Compton, Rhode Is...
July 15, 2017
Robert Rickover and Dr. Robert Stalbow, DO

Osteopathy and the Alexander Technique: Similarities and Differences

Dr Robert Stalbow, DO, an Osteopath and Alexander Technique teacher in Sydney, Australia, talks with Robert Rickover about these these two modalities and how he uses them in his...
June 28, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

Inhibition: A Crucial Tool for Singers

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about the Alexander concept of Inh...
June 22, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

The Importance of Awareness for Singers

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about ways the importance of aware...
June 12, 2017
Robert Rickover and Dr. Cathleen Hood

A Primary Care Physician Talks about the Alexander Technique's effectiveness in Pain Management and how that could help with today's Opioid Addiction Crisis

Dr. Cathleen Hood, a Family Practioner in Westport, Massachusetts, talks with Robert Rickover about her patients' and own experiences with the Alexander Technique's ability to h...
June 03, 2017
Robert Rickover and Dr. Cathleen Hood

A Primary Care Physician Describes her Experience with the Alexander Technique

Dr. Cathleen Hood, a Family Practioner in Westport, Massachusetts, talks with Robert Rickover about her own Alexander Technique lessons, and the experiences of some of her pat...
May 31, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

Breathing for Singers - and how the Alexander Technique can Help

Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern New Jersey, talks with Robert Rickover about ways in which the Technique ...
May 27, 2017
Richard Brennan and Mary Derbyshire

Why are so many Alexander Technique Teachers having a hard time making a living?

Richard Brennan, an Alexander Technique teacher and training course director in Galway, Ireland talks with Mary Derbyshire about some of the reasons Alexander teachers may fai...
May 20, 2017
Robert Rickover and Imogen Ragone

Free and Easy Alexander Technique Directions

(Although primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students, this podcast can potentially be useful for anyone.) Imogen Ragone, an Alexander Technique teacher in Wilmingto...
May 17, 2017
Robert Rickover and Alicia Briceland

Teaching the Alexander Technique to Singers - Part 3

(This podcast is primarily for Alexander Technique teachers and students) Alicia Briceland, a singer, voice teacher and Alexander Technique teacher in New York City and Northern...