Daniel Simpson

Daniel Simpson presents yogic wisdom for contemporary audiences.

He's the author of The Truth of Yoga, a comprehensive guide to traditional texts, exploring them in context and dispelling misconceptions.

His new book is The Evolution of Modern Yoga, an accessible overview of how aims and methods have been transformed over the centuries – from renouncing the world to promotion of wellness.

Daniel teaches courses on yoga history and philosophy at the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies. He's a graduate of Cambridge University, and earned an M.A. in yoga studies from SOAS (University of London), where he's also taught.

In a previous career, he was a foreign correspondent, working for Reuters and The New York Times. His first book, A Rough Guide to the Dark Side, tells the story of the early misadventures that led him to yoga.

Daniel is also the host of the Ancient Futures podcast.