Tribute Video for Tao Porchon-Lynch
Yoga Master Tao Porchon-Lynch Dies at 101; Honored In Tribute Video On February 21, 2020, yoga master [...]
Tao Porchon-Lynch Receives Prestigious Padma Shri Award 2019
January 26, 2019 - The Government of India announced yesterday from New Delhi that 100-year-old historical icon and yoga master Tao Porchon-Lynch has received the prestigious Padma Shri Award for her distinguished service. The Padma Awards, instituted in 1954, are one of the highest civilian honors of India.
Happy 100th Birthday Tao!
The incredible Tao Porchon-Lynch turned 100 on Monday, August 13, 2018 and birthday messages came in from around the world. Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest sent Tao a special shoutout from the set of Live with Kelly & Ryan. Tao was on the show in September 2017 and demonstrated some yoga moves. She then did a Facebook Live chat from the green room with the show's producer, Michael Gelman. Dr. Deepak Chopra, sent his birthday blessings and said...
Yoga Master Tao Porchon-Lynch Turns 99
August 13, 2017 - On Sunday, Yoga Master Tao Porchon-Lynch turned 99 and celebrated with a birthday bash at the Mansion on Broadway in North White Plains. Over 130 people from various parts of Tao's life -- yoga, ballroom dancing, wine -- came out to share the evening.
Tao Shines Bright in India 2017 – Part 8
June 25 - 27, 2017 - After seven incredible days in Bangalore, 98-year-old yoga master Tao Porchon-Lynch and I flew to Mumbai to spend time with friends, and for Tao to dance and receive a surprise award. We also did our popular Conversation with a Master talk at a local company. It was very well-received as always. I had been to Mumbai previously for a World Economic Forum event and was delighted to be back (see series I wrote for the Gates Foundation).
Tao Shines Bright in India 2017 – Part 7
June 24, 2017 - Our last day in Bangalore was packed like the others. My dear teacher Tao Porchon-Lynch taught a beautiful yoga class and then Shwaasa Guru surprised both of us with a shower of flowers and honors. He certainly went all out to make it special.
Tao Shines Light in India 2017 – Part 6
June 23, 2017 - India offers so many surprises around every corner and our host, Shwaasa Guru, certainly kept the treats flowing. After a day of teaching yoga yesterday, 98-year-old Tao Porchon-Lynch and I had a leisurely breakfast. Late morning, we were transported to meet 110-year-old Shivakumara Swami.
Tao Shines Bright in India 2017 – Part 5
June 22, 2017 - After the Yoga Ratna Awards and International Day of Yoga events, 98-year-old yoga master Tao Porchon-Lynch led a series of yoga classes in Bangalore sponsored by SHWAASA. She had a dynamic morning session (Part 4) and then we did some shopping. Tao has a couple hundred saris and and SO many items from India over the years, but she still likes to check out the scarves and buy gifts.
Tao Shines Bright in India 2017 – Part 4
June 22, 2017 - After the Yoga Ratna Awards and International Day of Yoga events, 98-year-old yoga master Tao Porchon-Lynch led a series of yoga classes in Bangalore sponsored by SHWAASA. I was delighted to assist and demonstrate along with our host Shwaasa Guru.
Tao Shines Light in India 2017 – Part 3
June 21, 2017 - In 2014, the United Nations proclaimed the 21st of June as the International Day of Yoga to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of the practice. In 2016, Tao and I participated in the International Day of Yoga activities at the UN on "Yoga and the Sustainable Development Goals." As a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and Tao's biographer, I was honored to moderate her conversation. Max Kennedy moderated the conversation with Sadhguru, and then Sadhguru and Tao took the stage together. This year, Tao is a key part of the festivities in Bangalore under the invitation of Shwaasa Guru Sri Vachananand Swamiji.