Shimmy Cast

Episode 74 is available for download.8:40 minutes 3MBIn this episode you'll hear reviews of:1) CD: Shimmer Sustain by Maduro reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.2) DVD: Dancer's Arms with Aruna reviewed by Gaitri 3) CD: Bellydance Instrumentals From Morocco and Lebanon reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD. 4) DVD: Every Shimmy in the Book with Bozenka reviewed by Gaitri.

Episode 73 is available for download.40:40 minutes 14.0MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Question of the week2)What happened to me?!3) Review: Sawdust by Pentaphobe reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4) Podcast-safe music: In this Divide from the album Elysium For the Brave by Azam Ali provided by Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Tribal Revolution: Tribal Fusion Bellydance Performance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.6) Emails/Feedback7) Mardi Love Interview by Abby8)Podcast-safe music: Heart Beats from the album Drum Attic Azzam provided by Ioda Promonet.

Episode 72 is available for download.9:01 minutes 4.15MBIn this episode you'll hear reviews of:1) CD: Putumayo Presents Gypsy Caravan reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.2) DVD: Discover Bellydance Beyond Basics reviewed by Alexial-Sama 3) CD: Sabla Tolo by Hossam Ramzy reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD. 4) DVD: Bellydance Superstars reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.

Episode 71 is available for download.54:58 minutes 19MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What's your Favorite prop?Do you Use a dance name?The next question: How do you psyche yourself up (not out) before going on stage?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Introduction to Bellynesian with Sonia reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Ishq - Love and the Veil by Niyaz from the album Nine Heavens provided by Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Being in Rhythm: A Guided Meditation by Layne Redmond reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Show Update8)Podcast-safe music: Simun by Mario Aphonso III (aka MA3) from the album Arabesque 2 - Fire Dance provided by Ioda Promonet.

Episode 68 is available for download.35:42minutes 17MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: where is the stranges place you've worked on a costume?How much background in dance forms do you have?Where's the most unusual place you've performed?The next question: where is the strangest place you've worked on choreography?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Bellydance Fitness for Weight Loss: Cardio Shimmy Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Matensash from the album 60's Bellydance by Nile Gypsies provided by Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Bellydance Party Isis and the Wings of Isis reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Interview with some of the Ladies of Red Moon Tribe8)Podcast-safe music: Bell Arabi by Saad from the album Bellydance Superstars Vol. IV provided by Ioda Promonet.

Episode 66 is available for download.16:35 minutes 8 MBIn this episode you'll hear reviews of:1) CD: Master of Egyptian Bellydance Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.2) DVD: Princess Farhana Bellydance Intermeadiate Workout (also known as Princess Farhana Raks and Roll: Tantalizing Taqsim Technique) Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.3) Book: Bellydance by Keti Sharif Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.4) DVD: Goddess Workout Cardio Bellydance Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

Episode 65 is available for download.38:32minutes 18MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What makes a good bellydance teacher?The next question: where is the stranges place you've worked on a costume?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: The Bollywood Dance Workout Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Electric Butterfly from the album Evolution by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.5) Review: Baila Habibi Vol. 4 reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Interview with Springfield Attendees8)Podcast-safe music: Horus Funk from the album Electro Cairo by Haze provided by Ioda Promonet.

Episode 64 is available for download.43:00 minutes 21MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What makes a good bellydance teacher?The next question: How do you pack and unpack for a show?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Bellydance by Dolphina Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.4) Podcast-safe music: The Mystery of Pain from the album Dreams from the Machine by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.5) Review: Dalia Carella Dunyavi Gypsy (Rom) Dance DVD Volume 1 reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Safa Interview Part 38)Podcast-safe music: Seaword from the album Ciri a Doro by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 62 is available for download.18:56 minutes 9.1MBBellydance Body for Beginners with Suhalia reviewed by Alexial-SamaPutumayo Pressents Turkish Groove reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.The Way of the Belly by Neena and Veena reviewed by Delilah. Note: The reviewer checked this book out of the library. Bellydance Fitness for Weight Loss Pure Sweat reviewed by Alexial-Sama Bellydance Superstars Vol III by Various Artists reviewed by Anala. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD. Stretching Anatomy by Arnold G. Nelson and Jouko Kokkonen reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.

Episode 61 is available for download.40:53 minutes 20.0MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What's your favorite dish to take to a hafla? What are the Pros and Cons of resturant dancing?The next question: What makes a good bellydance teacher?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: The Art of Bellydance with Jillina Level III Reviewed by Alexial-Samal4) Podcast-safe music: Taos Dance by Emily Jones from the Podsafe Music Network.5) Review: The Care and Feeding of a Dancer reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.6) Emails/Feedback7)Safa Interview Part 28)Podcast-safe music: Dark Eyes by Blue Jar from the Podsafe Music Network.Please nominate the podcast for the 2008 Podcast Awards in the People's Choice Category and the Cultural/Arts Category. Nominations close on September 30: http://podcastawards.com/

Episode 60 is available for download.52:37 minutes 25.3MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answer to: What's the funkiest place you've bought a costume piece from?The next question: What's the funkiest place you've bought a costume piece from?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4) Podcast-safe music: Stegerwald by Ambrish from the Podsafe Music Network.5) Review: Tribal Revolution: Tribal Fusion Bellydance DVD By Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Safa Interview Part 18)Podcast-safe music: Guru Rabbi Teacher by Secret Archives of the Vatican from the Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 59 is available for download.51:14 minutes MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answer to: One thing you must always have in your dance bag?The next question: What's the funkiest place you've bought a costume piece from?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: The Art of Bellydance with Jillina II reviewed by Alexial-Sama4) Podcast-safe music: Paradise on Earth by Satya from the Podsafe Music Network.5) Review: Bellydance Superstars Babelesque CD By Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Naima Interview Part 28)Podcast-safe music: Metamorphosis by Mr. Tunes from the Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 58 is available for download.47:04 minutes 23MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) The next question: What do you want from a workshop?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Neena & Veena: Arms, Abs, Hips, Buns, & Thighs reviewed by Alexial-Sama4) Podcast-safe music: Flight from the album Remember by Ishwish which you can find at Magnatune.com.5) Review: Esstential Bellydance by Neena & Veena By Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.6) Emails/Feedback7)Naima Interview Part 18)Podcast-safe music: Adios from the album Curandero by Curandero which you can find at Magnatune.com.

Episode 56 is available for download.53:59 minutes 25.9MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: How do you pick music to perform to? What 5 things make a good belly dancer to you?The next question: Why do you continue to dance?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Tribal Fusions: The Exotic Art of Tribal Bellydance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: East Of Tadla-Azilal by School of Ambience from the Podsafe Music Network.5) Review: American Tribal Style, Beyond Basics By Alexial-Sama6) Emails/Feedback7)Ariellah Interview Part 38)Podcast-safe music: Mr Mohammed by Subtronix from the Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 55 is available for download.47:25minutes MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: How do you pick music to perform to?The next question: What do you look for in a CD review?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Tribal Derivations by Beats Antique reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4) Podcast-safe music: Fantasy from the album Chantress by Bellyhouse Featuring Lilith from Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Stories from Inside the Mirror A Belly Dance Anthology reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.6) Emails/Feedback7)Ariellah Interview8)Podcast-safe music: Runaway from the album Live From The Hookah Bar - Bellybeats & Worldfusion Vol. 1 from Ioda Promonet.

Episode 54 is available for download.43:29minutes 16.2MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What has your greatest bellydance ephiphany been?The next question: How do you pick music to perform to?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Bellydance Underworld Tribal-Fusion, Experimental and Gothic Performance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Bhutto from the album Bhutto by Muslimgauze from Ioda Promonet.5) Review: Bellydance for Beginners with Suhaila: Fitness Fusion Pilates reviewed by Alexial-Sama 6) Emails/Feedback7)Ariellah Interview8)Podcast-safe music: The Grand Circle from the album Deep Spirit 2 by Blue Tribe from Ioda Promonet.

Episode 52 is available for download.41:42 minutes 20.0MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: The one thing you must always have in your dance bag?The next question: What has your greatest bellydance ephiphany been?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: East Coast Tribal Bellydance: Basics, Combinations & Strength Workout reviewed by Alexial-Sama4) Podcast-safe music: Dance of the Wolfe by HatHead and it can be found on the Podcast Music Safe Network5) Review: Bellydance Arms and Posture A Practice for Carriage, Coiling and Serpentine Stylization with Rachel Brice reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.6) Emails/Feedback7)More Springfield Interviewshttp://tribes.tribe.net/raksaddictiondesignshttp://www.laylabintali.com/8)Podcast-safe music: The Sheik and the Two Black Hounds by Secret Archives of the Vatican and it can be found on the Podcast Music Safe Network

Episode 59 is available for download.19:34 minutes 9.4MBReviews to help with last minute gifts for the bellydancer in your life.1)Sulukule Rom Music of Istanbul by Kemani Cemal reviewed by Anala. Note: The reviewer checked this CD out from the local library.2)Looking for Little Egypt by Donna Carlton reviewed by Anala. Note: The reviewer purchased this book.3)The Art of the Drum Solo reviewed by Alexial-Sama4)Tribal Fusion Bellydancing with Sharon Kihara reviewed by Anala. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.

Episode 45 is available for download.59:86 minutes 28.5MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Podcast-safe music: Introduction to Belly Dancing from the album The Shuffleboard Queens by Deirdre Flint, available at CDBaby. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted by Deirdre Flint.2)Answers to: What 5 things make a good belly dancer to you?If you could go through a dancers wardrobe closet whose would you go through and why?The next question: Do you drill moves and if so tell us about your regiment?3)News - see forum board for links.4) Review: Bellydance Superstars: Introduction to Bellydance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.5) Podcast-safe music: Hungarian Dance by Saharadja from the Podsafe Music Network.6)Emails/Feedback7) Interviews with Shimmy Fest Attendees8)Podcast-safe music: Crossing the Divide by School of Ambience from the Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 44 is available for download.45:00 minutes 21.6MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to What 5 things make a good belly dancer to you?The next question: What are the Pros and Cons of resturant dancing?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Bellydance for Fitness & Health: Level 1 with Kelli Marie reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Persien Waltz from the album Worlds by Belaharr, available at CDBaby. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted by William Scott Swearingen Jr.5)Emails/Feedback6) Interview with Moria Chappell of the Bellydance Superstars7)Podcast-safe music: Istanbul 7 Am by Anne Young from the Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 43 is available for download.37:54 minutes 18.2MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to various Questions of the WeekThe next question: What 5 things make a good belly dancer to you?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Snake Hips: Belly Dancing and How I Found True Love by Anne Thomas Soffee reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer checked this book out from the local library.4) Podcast-safe music: Idle Hands from the album Dreams from the Machine by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6) Interview with Moria Chappell of the Bellydance Superstars7)Podcast-safe music: The Sultan's Dance from the album The Gathering Season by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 42 is available for download.50:07 minutes 24.1MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to various Questions of the WeekThe next question: If you could go through a dancers wardrobe closet whose would you go through and why?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Bellydance Fitness for Weight Loss: Daily Quickies by Anala. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4) Podcast-safe music: Bonus Track from the album Evolution by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6) Interview of Meira Nawal troupe members about Tribal workshop7)Podcast-safe music: Ciri a Doro from the album Ciri a Doro by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 41 is available for download.22:03minutes 10.6MBA BONUS EPISODE1)Reminder Question of the Week contest2)Review: The Heartbeat of Bellydance DVD reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.3)Podcast-safe music: Wilderness Dance by DJ Squirrel King from the Podsafe Music Network.4)Nominate us for Podcast Awards.5)New contest announcement.

Episode 39 is available for download.55:28minutes 26.6MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Podcast-safe music: Ioda PromonetDownload "I Wanna See You Bellydance" (mp3)from "I Wanna See You Belly Dance"by Red ElvisesShooba-Doobah Records Buy at iTunes Music Store More On This Album2)Answers to various Questions of the WeekThe next question: How do you learn your zill patterns?3)News - see forum board for links.4)More answers to Questions of the Week5)Review: Nadia Gamal: The Legend reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.6)Podcast-safe music: Ioda PromonetDownload "Road To Marrakesh" (mp3)from "Kiss The Earth"by Johannes LinsteadREAL MUSIC More On This Album7)Emails/Feedback8) More answers to Questions of the Week and show bloopers9)Podcast-safe music: Ioda PromonetDownload "Rak's en Nar" (mp3)from "Arabesque 2 - Fire Belly Dance"by ArabesqueAzul Music Buy at iTunes Music Store More On This Album

Episode 37 is available for download.35:37 minutes 17.1MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Who are some of your favorite dancers? Do you dance barefoot or in shoes?The next question: What type of reviews would you like to hear on Shimmy Cast?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Bellydance Fitness Fusion for Beginners: Yoga with Suhalia reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Dumbek Tang from Worlds by Belaharr available at CDBaby.5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: Hobbyist Circuit By Salome7)Podcast-safe music: Apostasi - Bouzouki Blues by Niavent, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

Episode 32 is available for download.43:30 minutes 20.9MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: How much background in other dance forms do you have if any? What advice would you give to someone considering starting belly dance?The next question: How do you feel belly dance honours women and the experience of women?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Grandmother's Secrets: The ancient Rituals and Healing Power of Belly Dancing Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.4)Podcast-safe music: Sandansko Horo from the album Songs and Dance Music of Europe East and West by Panacea, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: The Living Dance by Shannon, contest winner7)Podcast-safe music: Nagme from the album Ashek by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 28 is available for download.39:11 minutes 18.8MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast? Do you prefer to choreograph your dancing or do you prefer improvisation?The next question: How often to you practice and for how long?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: A Time of Peace by the Brothers of the Baladi reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4)Podcast-safe music: Betlehem Betlehem from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: Winter Traditions by Anala Rabari7)Podcast-safe music: Zamuchi Se Bozha Majka from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 27 is available for download.45:38 minutes 21.9MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you use a dance name and why? Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast? How did the dance affect your life style?The next question: Do you prefer to choreograph your dancing or do you prefer improvisation?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Shake It Up!: Exotic Bellydance Performances reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Tec Peleite Zernju Zogtu (Latvia) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/FeedbackJenney from Indiana6)Article: Eyebrow Design by Salome7)Podcast-safe music: Shchedrik (Ukraine) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 26 is available for download.1:07:33 minutes 32.6MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: How did you get into belly dance? What has been the most unusual place you've performed? Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)? How did the dance affect your life style?The next question: Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast?2)Review: Tutankhamun And the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibit soundtrack. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.3)Podcast-safe music: Coconino from the album Music of Waters by Shira Kammen, which is available at magnatune.com.4)Emails/FeedbackPsychspirit5)Chicago discussion.Tutankhamun And the Golden Age of the PharaohsTizi MelloulErika6)Podcast-safe music: Voices in the Forest from the album Winter Moon by Rhonda Lorence, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 25 is available for download.58:40 minutes 28.2MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Podcast-safe music: May Day from the album The Ball El Efe by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.2)Answers to the Question of the Week: Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)?The next question: How did the dance affect your life style?3)News - see forum board for links.4)Belly Dancing Basics by Laura A. Cooper reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.5)Podcast-safe music: Re-entry from the album Vibrant by Cargo Cult, which is available at magnatune.com.6)Emails/FeedbackFirstFourWeeks7)Report on my troupe's performance.8)Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Yoga, Isolations, and Drills: A Practice Companion with Rachel Brice reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.9)Podcast-safe music: Levenah Rising from the album Samadhi by Christopher of the Wolves, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 24 is available for download.44:24 minutes 21.3MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you use a dance name and why?The next question: Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Arabian Dance Fever: Bellydance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Nighty Girl from the album Synthesis of Five by Hoxman, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/FeedbackFirstFourWeeks6)Faux or for Real? by Salome7)Podcast-safe music: Om Asatoma Sad Gamaya from the album Eastern Grooves by DJ Cary, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 22 is available for download.54:57 minutes 26.5MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What move did you find the most challenging and why?The next question: How do you feel about a universal movement vocabulary?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Princess Farhana's Veil Obedience School How to Become a Material Girl reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Frog Drums from the album Music of Waters by Shira Kammen, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/FeedbackArabellaJuliaZahira6)Interview with Princess Farhana part 2.7)Podcast-safe music: Butterfly from the album Samadhi by Christopher of the Wolves, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 21 is available for download.54:17 minutes 26.1MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What is the most unusual place you've performed or been asked to perform?The next question: What move did you find the most challenging and why?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Belly Dance Lesson 2 with Cory Zamora reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Mirrored Image from the album Vibrant by Cargo Cult, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6)Interview with Princess Farhana part 1.7)Podcast-safe music: Vanishing from the album Winter Moon by Rhonda Lorence, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 19 is available for download.45:34 minutes 21.9MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What funny stories do you have from class?The next question: What is the most unusual place you've performed or been asked to perform?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Bellyqueen: Bellydance Jam reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Slow Motion from the album Fata Morgana by Mijo, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6)Interview with Lena Regina organizer of Shimmyfest.7)Podcast-safe music: Tas from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 18 is available for download.33:21 minutes 16.MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) No Answers to the Question of the Week: What funny stories do you have from class? It's being held over a week.2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: On Fire the Hottest Bellydance DVD Ever by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Malawi Voodoo from the album Knives to the Treble by Burning Babylon, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: Being a Good Audience Member by Sarah Skinner.7)Podcast-safe music: Death and Rain- Kenji Williams from the album Eastern Grooves by DJ Cary, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 17 is available for download.34:01 minutes 16.3MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Favorite belly dance musician?The next question: What funny story do you have from class?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: American Bellydancer DVD reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.4)Music: Eavesdown Docks from the album On the Drift by the Bedlam Bards. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted James Hazlerig. For more information you can go to the Bedlam Bards website.5)Emails/FeedbackSnowflower6)Article: Dance Class Etiquette by Karima Nadira.7)Podcast-safe music: Geldim Bir Kara Tasha-Sherefe from the album Opium by Jesse Manno, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 16 is available for download.53:14 minutes 25.6MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What prop have you found to be the most difficult to work with and how have you overcome it?Your favorite costume style and why?The next question: Favorite belly dance musician?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: The Rough Guide to World Music Vol. 1 by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.4)Podcast-safe music: Rom Syrto from the album Songs and Dance Music of Europe East and West by Panacea, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback Psychspirit Kristin6)Article: How to Find Music by Anala Rabari.7)Podcast-safe music: Orient from the album Fata Morgana by Mijo, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 15 is available for download.24:32 minutes 11.8MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Your favorite costume style and why?The next question: What prop have you found to be the most difficult to work with and how have you overcome it?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: CD Putumayo Presents Greece A Musical Odyssey Various Artists reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4)Podcast-safe music: Psithyros from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Candles by Anala Rabari.7)Music: Cafe Abuse Tone from the album A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted Mondo Melodia Inc. For more information you can go to his website at pentaphobe.net

Episode 14 is available for download.30:13 minutes 14.5MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Podcast-safe music: Tsarsko Momche Kon Sedlae from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.2) Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you dance barefoot or in shoes?The next question: What is your favorite costume style and why?3)News - see forum board for links.4)Review: CD Adventure Cargo Echoes of Egypt by Diane and David Arkenstone reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.5)Emails/Feedback sunnyblu6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.7)Podcast-safe music: Survival from the album Shall We Dance by Beth Quist, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 13 is available for download.30:35 minutes 18.4MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite costume or costume piece and why?The next question: Do you dance barefoot or in shoes and why?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: CD Mediterranea by Johannes Linstead reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4)Music: Paquin Rendezvous from the album On the Drift by the Bedlam Bards. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted James Hazlerig. For more information you can go to the Bedlam Bards website.5)Emails/Feedback6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.7)Podcast-safe music: Egyptian Wedding from the album Apa Ya by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 12 is available for download.40:27 minutes 24.3MBIn this episode you'll hear:1)Podcast-safe music: Jidah noh from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com.2) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite dish to take to a hafla?The next question: What is your favorite costume or costume piece and why?3)News - see forum board for links.4)Review: CD Eternal Egypt Musical Influences of Ancient Times composed by Grayson Wells reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.5)Emails/FeedbackShannonSafiraParivash6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.7)Podcast-safe music: Sokol Mi Leta from the album Opium by Jesse Manno, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 11 is available for download.48:27 minutes 29.1MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you have resturants in your area that offer Middle Eastern, Mediterrtain, Greek food and do they have belly dancers?The next question: What is your favorite dish to take to a hafla?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Greek Cooking for Everyone by Theoni Pappas & Elvira Monroe reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.4)Podcast-safe music: India Electrique from the album Apa Ya by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.5)Emails/Feedback Arabella Parivash6)Article: How to host a Hafla? by Anala Rabari.7)Podcast-safe music: Ayios Vasilis (Greece) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Episode 10 is available for download.46:33 minutes 27.9MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: How do you accept tips?The next question: Do you have resturants in your area that offer Middle Eastern, Mediterrtain, Greek food and do they have belly dancers??2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: Bellydance Superstars Live in Paris at the Folies Berge by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.4)Podcast-safe music: Silver Lake from the album Mystic Journey by Suzanne Teng, which is available at magnatune.com5)Emails/Feedback Shannon6)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Zills by Anala Rabari.7)Music: Cybele from the album A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted Mondo Melodia Inc. For more information you can go to his website at pentaphobe.net

Episode 9 is available for download.25:07 minutes MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: How do you handle negative stereotypes?The next question: How do you accept tips?2)News - see forum board for links.3)Review: The Sensual Art of Bellydance Fast Rhythms cd reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.4)Article: Basic Choreography 101 by Ngaio5) This week's Podcast-safe music was Fives from the album Shall We Dance by Beth Quist, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 8 is available for download.31:42 minutes 22.8MBThis cast also features a special guest, Magaidh, my Scottish Terrier.1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What's the most unsual or unexpected place you've seen belly dancing?The next question: How Do you handle negative stereotypes?2)News3)Emails/Feedback Sunnyblu Debstroud4)Bellydance Superstars, Vol. 2 various artists reviewed by Delilah. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD at a local store.5)Article: Just Say No by Salome.6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Fertile Crescent from the album Mystic Journey by Suzanne Teng, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 7 is available for download.33:46 minutes 32.4MBIn this cast you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite dance move?The next question: What's the most unsual or unexpected place you've seen belly dancing?2)News3)Email/Feedback Souhair from Australia4)Review: The Goddess Workout By Dolphina A Review by Ngaio. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD at a local store.5)Interview with Princess Yoania6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Hollow Earth from the album Ethnic by Shiva in Exhile, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 4 is available for download.38:12 minutes 35MBIn this cast you'll hear:1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite prop and why?The next question: How has belly dance changed your life?2)News3)Review of the Bellydance Superstars CD vol. 1 by Delilah from the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD at a local store.4)Emails/FeedbackComing soon Raqs Radio.Summer about veils.Souhair from Australia.Cherie from Italy.5)Interview with Ilenia Melinte of the Meira Nawal troupe.6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Zephyrus from the album Star of the Sea by Stellamara, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 3 is available for download.29:15 minutes 26.8MBIn this cast you'll hear:1) The Question of the Week: Answers from Summer & Ilenia MelinteThe next question: What is your favorite prop and why?2)News3)Review of The Oldest Danceby Zarifa Aradoon. This review was written by Delilah of the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer checked this book out of the local library.4)Emails/FeedbackComing soon Raqs Radio.5)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Veil Work by Anala Rabari.6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Delgadina from the album Ashek by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 2 is available for download.17.2M 17:55 minutesIn this cast you'll hear:1) The Question of the WeekCarried over from the priemere episode: "How did you get into belly dancing?"2)News3)Review of 21 Shimmies and 1001 Variations with Leyla Jouvana and Roland by Adira of the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer purchased this video.4)Emails/FeedbackFrom Arabella about sending me mp35)Article: A Brief History of Oriental Dance: From Social Dance to Performance Art By Salome6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Oriental Distortion from the album Ethnic by Shiva in Exile, which is available at magnatune.com

Welcome to the priemere of Shimmy Cast, a podcast for Middle Eastern dancers and fans.Episode 1 is available for download.In this cast you'll hear about:1) The format for this podcast.2) The Question of the Week? "How did you get into belly dancing?"3)News4)Emails5)Review of The Art of Belly Dance: A Fun and Fabulous Way to Get Fit by Carolena Nericcio. This review was written by your host Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Opaque(Drum Solo) from the album Ahsas by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com

Episode 69 is available for download.41:27minutes 19MBIn this episode you'll hear:1) Answers to: What move challenged you the most?What's the strangest place you've worked on a costume?What's the strangest place you've worked on choreography?How has belly dance changed your life?The next question: how is the economy effecting your dance habits?2)News - see forum board for links.3) Review: Discover Bellydance: Mystic Dance Reviewed by Alexial-Sama4) Podcast-safe music: Urban Mist by Davide and David provided by the Podsafe Music Network.5) Review: Bellydance Fantasy with Neena & Veena reviewed by Anala Rabari6) Emails/Feedback7)Article: A Professional - Dance by Salome8)Podcast-safe music: Mirror Walk Microtonal Music by Prent Rodgers provided by the Podsafe Music Network.