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This week on That Was Us, we're breaking down This Is Us Season 5, Episode 13: “Brotherly Love.” As Kevin travels to Philadelphia to finally confront the unresolved tension between himself and Randall, the episode explores race, identity, jealousy, and the complicated realities of growing up as brothers who experienced the same childhood very differently. In this episode, the hosts chat about: * The meaning behind Philadelphia being called the “City of Brotherly Love” * What real apologies and amends actually look like * Thoughtlessness vs. overt racism and how those conversations show up in everyday life * Choreographing fights, drunk acting, and Milo's performance as intoxicated Jack * Personal stories about early adulthood struggles, cheap meals, and figuring life out in your twenties They also break down the episode, including: * Young Randall imagining his “ghost kingdom” parents * Jack taking Kevin and Randall to a taping of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood * Kevin's resentment over Randall receiving “special treatment” as a child * Kevin and Randall's drunken spring break trip and explosive cab fight in college * Randall explaining the emotional complexity of growing up Black in a white family * Their argument about gratitude, adoption, and feeling like an outsider in your own home * Kevin finally acknowledging his jealousy and Randall's lived experience as a Black man And a friendly reminder, you can catch new episodes of That Was Us every Monday, a day early, exclusively on Hulu. Available on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts on Tuesdays like usual!" That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. -------------------------
In this episode of Talking Architecture & Design, Clémence Carayol sits down with Interior Designer Léo Terrando to explore how hospitality thinking is reshaping the way we design and live. With over two decades of experience across hotels and high-end homes, Terrando brings a perspective grounded in how spaces are actually used, how people move through them, and how they feel along the way. He explains that hospitality design has taught him to think beyond aesthetics. In that world, every detail contributes to an experience, from the first impression on arrival to the transitions between rooms. That same mindset now informs his residential work, where flow, comfort and atmosphere are just as important as how a space looks. The conversation also touches on the idea of timelessness. Rather than following fast-moving trends, Terrando focuses on creating interiors that feel relevant for years to come. For him, it's about balance, combining contemporary elements with materials and layouts that can age gracefully. Simplicity, quality and a clear sense of purpose tend to outlast anything overly decorative. As the lines between hospitality and residential design continue to blur, clients are increasingly looking for homes that offer more than just a place to live. There's a growing appetite for spaces that feel considered and experience-driven, with touches that echo the comfort and ease of a well-designed hotel. Looking ahead, Terrando sees this overlap only deepening, especially as developments bring together private living with shared amenities. For designers, that means thinking carefully about how different spaces connect and support modern lifestyles. As he suggests, good design today isn't just about creating beautiful interiors—it's about shaping the way people live in them.
Today, we are joined by the incredibly candid Tonatiuh, whose journey from years of uncertainty and hard-fought perseverance to starring opposite Jennifer Lopez is a testament to resilience, belief, and radical persistence. We dive into the "artistic altitude" of a career that spans from a grueling audition process for Kiss of the Spider Woman to navigating the high-stakes "scramble" of Hollywood publicity and the "valley moments" in between. Tonatiuh pulls back the curtain on the mental health toll of the business, the transition from "chasing" agents to finally being chased by the industry, and the radical persistence it took to hire a makeup artist to age him mid-audition just to prove he was right for the part. Get ready for an honest, unfiltered masterclass on what it truly takes to sustain a creative soul when the cameras stop rolling and the real work of reclaiming yourself begins. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Tonatiuh right here. Credits: Love Story Kiss of the Spider Woman Carry-On Vida Angelyne Hidden Canyons Promised Land Chicago Med Famous in Love Jane the Virgin Guest Links: IMDB: Tonatiuh, Actor THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition SELF-TAPE MAY CLASS: Starting May 7th - FREE What's My Frame THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR (50% off special) THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse WRITER: Maddie McCormick WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings SOCIAL: Alara Cerikcioglu
So much of what validates the human experience is the ability to collaborate and connect with other people in the world, and today's guest has managed to do that through dance! Kitty McNamee joins us today to talk about her impressive career and how she found success despite limitations. Kitty was first drawn to the escapism element of musical movies and the wordless expression of dance, and although she started dancing late, she was accepted to Houston's performing arts high school. In this conversation, you'll hear all about how starting dance at the age of 16 made her even more passionate because she really had to fight for success. Kitty goes on to talk about how she started choreographing and touches on her choreographic voice and style before sharing the importance of community and relationships in this industry. Kitty even tells us about the projects she is most proud of and teases what we can look forward to seeing from her in the future. From dance films to documentaries to pop-up performances by LA artists, music videos with Laura Marling, and operas, Kitty's career is truly an amalgamation of different art forms and a testimony to the power of collaboration with other artists. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Key Points From This Episode: A brief introduction to today's guest, Kitty McNamee. Where she's from and how she became interested in dance. Kitty's experience at Houston's performing arts high school. Her physical limitations and why she thought she should be an actress. Choreographing for Open Fist and starting her own dance company. Kitty describes her choreographic voice, movement themes, and influences. How her career progressed and how community and relationships kept her going. Her transition into working in dance films and how she got into that. Kitty tells us about her latest documentary project, Citizen, and her involvement. What LA POPS UP is and what inspired Kitty to create it. Her work with Laura Marling and what it's been like to work in different kinds of spaces. Kitty shares her favorite dance projects and what she is most proud of. What we can look forward to from Kitty's career in the future. For more on this episode: The Moving Architects For more on Movers & Shapers: Instagram & Facebook For in-person and virtual film screening tickets to The Moving Architects' Where She Once Stood: The Women of the Crane House & Historic YWCA Alive Through Dance
For the first guest of Season Five, Daniel is joined by the acclaimed choreographer, director, and creative visionary, Vincent Paterson.Vincent's remarkable career spans dance, film, and live performance, with a passion for storytelling through movement and visual expression.He has worked with some of the world's most iconic artists, including Michael Jackson and Madonna, helping to shape unforgettable performances that have defined modern pop culture.For Michael Jackson, with whom he worked for over 15 years, Vincent appeared as a gang member in "Beat It" and as a zombie in "Thriller", the latter of which he also served as an assistant choreographer. Vincent created the "Bad Tour", as worked with Jackson on projects like "Smooth Criminal", "The Way You Make Me Feel", "Dirty Diana", "Speed Demon", "Black or White", as well as the iconic Super Bowl Halftime Show.For Madonna, he directed and choreographed her iconic and controversial "Blond Ambition" Tour.On today's episode, Vincent shares insights into his processes and techniques as a creator, the collaborations he's enjoyed with the entertainment's most celebrated talents of all time, and what it was like to be on set of "Thriller".Plus he'll be sharing his thoughts on awards, legacy and appraisal. All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Vincent Paterson - https://www.vincentpaterson.com/www.vincentpaterson.com/HOME.htmlVincent Paterson on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vlpla/Vincent's Book Icons & Instincts - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Icons-Instincts-Choreographing-Directing-Entertainments/dp/1644282631Connect with Daniel on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/Connect with Daniel on Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn - https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3Daniel on IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHYEmail - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSqDaniel Heaphy is a twenty-six years old graduate of a BA in Creative Digital Media and an MA in Film & Screen Media. He is a writer, actor, filmmaker and podcast host. His short-film work has been screened in festivals across Ireland and the UK. His debut novel for children and teens "Breanne 1975" was released in August 2024. He launched the podcast "Creatively Me" in February 2024.
Corporate cash management is entering a more dynamic phase. AI is sharpening how treasury interprets data, while tokenisation is beginning to reshape how cash and investments move. Real-time visibility and connected platforms are opening new possibilities, but the advantage will sit with teams able to integrate systems, trust their data, and act with confidence.
Lotus Lain is an adult performer, producer, intimacy coordinator and sex worker advocate originally from California's Central Valley where growing up in a small town meant most of her real sex education came later through curiosity, the internet, and eventually working in the adult industry itself. In this episode we talk about the unexpected overlap between porn and Hollywood, how the adult industry approached consent, boundaries and choreography long before mainstream film and television caught up, and why productions eventually realized they needed intimacy coordinators. We also get into mentorship in the adult industry, what actually happens on set when filming sex scenes, and why performers deserve experts guiding those moments. Catch Lotus and I gettin' real reading Reddit stories over on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/cw/birdsandbeesdontfck Join the live watch party on YouTube today, episode release day, at 4p PT / 7p ET: https://www.youtube.com/@birdsandbeesdontfck ____________________________________________________ Where to find Lotus: Instagram: @icy.lotus TikTok: @icy.lotus Where to find Arielle: Instagram: @birdsandbeesdontfck TikTok: @birdsandbeesdontfck Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/birdsandbeesdontfck Organizations we support: Free Speech Coalition Sexual Wellness Professional Alliance Bonus stories found exclusively on Patreon: STORY 1: My husband (37M) has been seeing other women and I (36F) don't know if I should give him another chance. What would you do? STORY 2: AIO? My daughter didn't listen to the teacher during a female emergency and is now receiving a referral Like my cuffs? Me too! Get $15 Off Crave Pleasure Jewelry Here: https://lovecrave.com/arielle ___________________________________________________ Episode Cheat Sheet: 02:29 Growing up in California's Central Valley 04:28 Discovering the adult industry 06:36 Mentorship and "porn mom" lineage 08:45 Consent and boundaries on adult film sets 10:55 The logistics of filming sex scenes 13:18 Why Hollywood eventually needed intimacy coordinators 15:31 Differences between porn sets and traditional film sets 17:38 Choreographing realistic sex scenes 19:54 Why actors need experts guiding intimate scenes 22:15 Performer advocacy and safety on set 24:35 The rise of intimacy coordination in Hollywood 26:58 What film productions still get wrong about sex scenes 28:40 Why sex workers understand boundaries and consent 30:41 Supporting performers during vulnerable scenes 33:01 Changing the culture of filming intimacy
For any crew returning to Earth from space, the journey home includes a carefully choreographed recovery effort to bring them safely back on dry land after splashing down in the ocean. Christine St. Germain, NASA recovery director for the Commercial Crew Program, tells us about this critical phase of flight.
How do you choreograph change when life shifts beneath your feet? On this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Greg Frigoletto sits down with internationally acclaimed choreographer, creative director, educator and podcast host Cherice Barton to explore what it means to move through evolving seasons with grace, humor, and purpose. With a career spanning Broadway, Cirque, television, ballet and global immersive productions, Cherice understands discipline, scale and creative leadership. At home, she and her former husband, a television executive, are collaborative co-parents to two tween daughters, modeling what modern family evolution can look like. She also shares the inspiration behind her podcast, Creative Mamas Unplugged, a podcast where Cherice “navigates the hell out of being a creative mom with humor and heart.” Through it, she is building a bold, honest community for women balancing ambition and motherhood. This conversation is about embracing discomfort, choosing joy, building community and always staying in motion. Subscribe to the HarmonyTALK newsletter for deeper reflections and follow HarmonyTALK on social to continue the conversation: HarmonyTALKpodcast.com FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/ Follow Host, Greg Frigoletto: https://www.instagram.com/gjfrig7/ Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, New Combinations host and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan is joined by Resident Choreographer Justin Peck to discuss his upcoming world premiere. As Peck describes, the work takes inspiration from the score, the first movement of Beethoven's Symphony No. 3—the Eroica or "Heroic" Symphony—and celebrates the six "superheroes" of the cast. Choreographing to Beethoven presents unique challenges, but as Peck explains, this is part of why he chose the piece, along with the joy playing it brings to the NYCB Orchestra. (24:05) Edited by Emilie Silvestri Music: "Sisyphus" by Andrew Wegman Bird Wixen Music Publishing, Inc. as agent for Muffet Music Co
Professional dancer Sharna Burgess joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss her recovery from a serious knee injury sustained during Dancing with the Stars dress rehearsal. In a candid conversation, Burgess explains how a seemingly minor wardrobe malfunction—an overly long skirt—led to a grade two MCL tear when she stepped on the fabric and her knee bent unnaturally. The injury is particularly significant given her medical history: 16 years earlier, she suffered an ACL tear that she danced on too soon, ultimately rupturing it completely. This painful lesson has informed her current decision-making process about when to return to the competition floor. Burgess shares that former dance partner and Pittsburgh Steelers player Antonio Brown reached out with support, physical therapy recommendations, and encouragement to prioritize her health, demonstrating the lasting friendships formed through the show.Despite being sidelined from performing, Burgess remains deeply involved with her celebrity partner James, serving as his choreographer and teacher while a replacement partner handles the on-floor dancing duties. She expresses complete confidence in James's talent and work ethic, predicting he'll reach the finals and deserves to be there. Burgess emphasizes that her true passion lies in creating choreography and telling stories through dance, making each day at work a pleasure despite the occasional creative blocks. She acknowledges the difficult balance between her desire to return immediately and the necessity of protecting her long-term career—rushing back could sideline her for six months, affecting not only the current season but potentially the next one as well. Looking ahead, Burgess discusses the upcoming Dancing with the Stars Live tour launching immediately after the season concludes, which she describes as refreshing and liberating since it features professional dancers performing without judges, celebrities, or teaching responsibilities. Fans can follow her journey at @SharnaBurgess on social media and visit dwtslive.com for tour information.
World renowned choreographer turned actor Darrin Henson joins us for a powerful, culture rich conversation about legacy, purpose, and the Latino influence that helped shape his life and career. Raised in the Bronx, Darrin opens up about growing up alongside Latinos in his neighborhood and how Latino culture, friendships, and community played a lasting and positive role in his upbringing. From early life lessons to lifelong connections, he reflects on the moments that stayed with him and continue to guide him today. Darrin shares behind the scenes stories from working with some of the biggest icons in music history, including Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, and the ultimate GOATs Michael Jackson and Prince. He also opens up about being first cousins with Taraji P. Henson and how talent, faith, and perseverance run deep in his family. One of the most jaw dropping moments of the interview is when Darrin reveals why he walked away from choreography at the height of his career, right after winning a VMA for *NSYNC’s iconic “Bye Bye Bye” routine, a dance he owns as his intellectual property. The very choreography later appeared in the film Deadpool, and for which the production had to properly compensate him for its use. Darrin also breaks down his transition into acting, starring in beloved series like Soul Food and The Family Business, along with his evolution into an author and motivational speaker focused on purpose, ownership, and spiritual alignment. This is a must listen conversation about culture, creativity, faith, and knowing when to pivot.
Now joining me today IN THE CHAI ROOM (should I keep calling it that?) is my dear friend—dancer, choreographer, model, performer and now writer—Tarek Khwiss. This was Tarek's second time on the podcast, and what a special episode it was. A lot of you often ask what it's like having friends on the podcast, and this episode is truly the epitome of that. We have a deep conversation about dance culture in the UK, friendships within the industry, and kindness toward ourselves and others while navigating the creative world. Tarek and I also get into politics and activism—using our social platforms to speak out, and the balance (or imbalance) of doing so while managing a creative, freelance life. We discuss how this seeps into our work, the challenges it brings, and how it has shaped our personal viewpoints. We also talk about being Arab and queer, and dive into Tarek's new business, Haus of Hurriyah, as well as queer spaces such as Hishek Bishek in London . Of course, we discuss Tarek's story “Confessions” for An Ode: Reframing the Classics—which, by the way, you can stream in full now on Patreon. You'll also hear a soundbite in this episode. Tarek's Bio: Hey, I'm Tarek Khwiss known globally for my fresh and fierce vision. Empowering the world through dance, encouraging all to be you, be free, be fabulous! Energetic, sassy & bold choreography, positively disrupting through the medium of dance Based in London, Tarek is a British Palestinian who believes in the power of dance to unite, elevate and help uplift brands through movement. Being a brand ambassador, their aim is to build partnerships with clients to create artistic visuals sharing the story at hand. Working in TV, Film, stage & online, Tarek is capable of adapting no matter the size of the project. Tarek's credits consist of choreographing for Layla, the feature film directed and written by Amrou Al- Kadhi. Working with musicians such as Martin Almasri, Decker Park and Valerie Sibanda. As well featuring in commercials as a dancer & model for brands such as: Levis, 02, Spotify, Sky Atlantic, Hunter Boots and shows such as Sex Education, to name a few. As a content creator Tarek is the ambassador of AKT and has collaborated with brands such as JBL, Dyson, Pattern Beauty, Dirtea, Dunellm, Asda and Tik Tok to name a few. Topics Breakdown: It's Boiling – 5-Second Rule rapid round, Creating friendships and community as a dance teacher, Changes in dance class culture: student consumption and how Tarek's relationship to teaching has evolved, The growth of social media posting culture, both as a consumer and a content creator, Conscious posting and the balance (or imbalance) of activism through creative work. Balancing a political voice with creative expression. New creative venture: Haus of Hurriyah How embracing identity has shifted Tarek's perspective on his craft and the wider industry. Being queer and being Arab. The importance of the people you surround yourself with, while remaining open to giving and receiving kindness. Choreographing and movement directing for Leyla (feature film by Amrou Al-Kadhi): lessons learned and the experience of working on a large-scale queer Arab film. The writing process and creative thinking behind Tarek's short “Confessions” for An Ode: Reframing the Classics. To listen to the short story, subscribe to Patreon and become a Patron/ supporter of Chai with Rai. Social Myself: https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithrai_ & https://twitter.com/chaiwithrai_ & https://www.tiktok.com/@chaiwithrai Guest: https://www.instagram.com/tarekkhwiss/ & https://www.tiktok.com/@tarekkhwiss?lang=en-GB Links Myself: https://www.raimuitfum.com/chaiwithraihomepage & https://linktr.ee/chaiwithrai_ Guest: https://tarekkhwiss.com/
In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains welcomes back Jason Friedman—entrepreneur, author, and customer experience expert. Jason shares his journey from theater and rock-and-roll roadie to building billion-dollar brands, and reveals how the principles of stagecraft and storytelling can transform SaaS businesses.The conversation dives deep into the “Kinetic Customer Formula,” the importance of designing intentional customer journeys, and why focusing on relationships and retention is the key to sustainable SaaS growth. Jason also discusses his upcoming book, “Addicted to Strangers,” and offers actionable advice for founders looking to create raving fans and reduce churn.Key Takeaways[0:45] – The power of stagecraft: How Jason's theater background shaped his approach to customer experience.[5:20] – Choreographing the audience's journey is as important in business as it is in theater.[13:20] – The “Kinetic Customer Formula”: Attitudes + Behaviors, multiplied by Momentum Boosters, minus Friction = Radical Results.[22:00] – Retention over acquisition: Why focusing on existing customers yields a “quadratic return.”[27:30] – The danger of being “addicted to strangers” and neglecting your current audience.[32:00] – The importance of mapping not just the customer journey, but also employee and partner journeys.[36:00] – Storytelling is embedded in every step of the customer experience, not just a surface-level tactic.[41:00] – Churn is a silent killer: For every customer who complains, 21 remain silent.[48:00] – Community and relationships are the future of SaaS in an AI-driven world.Tweetable Quotes“People don't move in steps—they move in stories. If you want to move people, help them create the stories that move them in the direction you want.” — Jason Friedman“Everything you do is for the audience. In business, everything is for the customer—but we often focus more on business needs than customer needs.” — Jason Friedman“There's a quadratic return on making the people who already bought from us happy. They become the best marketing.” — Jason Friedman“If you increase the return on audience success, the return on ad spend goes up. It can't not.” — Jason Friedman“A raving fan can become a raving lunatic in an instant. There's a thin line between love and hate.” — Jason FriedmanSaaS Leadership LessonsDesign with Intention: Map out the customer journey as meticulously as a director plans a show. Start with the end in mind and reverse-engineer the experience.Empathy is Key: Get into character—understand your customer's mindset, motivations, and obstacles.Retention to Acquisition: Focus on delighting and retaining current customers rather than constantly chasing new ones.Measure What Matters: Don't just look at churn percentages—track the actual number of customers lost and understand why.Guest Resourcesjason@cxformula.comwww.radicalinc.comwww.cxformula.comhttps://media.jasonfriedman.meJason Friedman's Upcoming Book: Addicted to Strangers – Get a free ebook copy when it launchesLinkedIn: Jason FriedmanEpisode Sponsor
MSP 189: A Life in Dance with Amber Sloan Amber Sloan's life in dance has unfolded through curiosity, community, and constant reinvention. Growing up in Virginia, her early exposure to improvisation and composition in high school sparked not just a love of movement but a way of thinking that would shape her future. Her time at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign deepened that foundation and connected her with the people and places that helped her put down artistic roots. From piecing together income through unexpected jobs, to choreographing for the Joyce SoHo and seeking to scale her work in the years leading up to the pandemic, Amber has never shied away from the uncomfortable or the uncertain. She's navigated performance anxiety, surgery and recovery, and the challenge of being involved in many facets of the dance world, from performing with David Parker to presenting work through platforms like Women in Motion. Today, with recent pieces like her show at Kestrels (set to return next year), she continues to build a career that defies the assumptions people often make about a life in dance. At the heart of it all is a simple, lasting dream: to keep exploring alongside the dancers who move her work forward. Thanks for listening. Key Points From This Episode: Amber Sloan's upbringing in Virginia and her introduction to dance. How early experiences of improv and composition in high school shaped her career. Continuing her dance journey at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. How the connections she made while studying helped her develop roots in dance. Working various jobs to pay the bills, including a role for Harvey Keitel's wife. Choreographing for the Joyce SoHo. Making an effort to do her work in a bigger way pre-pandemic. Navigating performance anxiety and doing what is uncomfortable. Being involved in many different areas of dance. How a 2015 surgery and recovery impacted Amber's career. Dancing for David Parker: rehearsals, footwork, and more. Amber's presenting work, including Women in Motion and more. Recent work including a show at Kestrels which will show again next year. Why a life in dance is often not what you might expect. Her ultimate dream for her work. Amber Sloan is a choreographer, performer, teacher, and producer based in Jersey City and the New York City area. For more on Amber and Show Notes & Links: The Moving Architects Follow the podcast on Instagram & Facebook Check out The Moving Architects on State of the Arts on PBS
Choreographer Nancy Karp grew up in Los Angeles, where she was an early student at CalArts. She embraces elaborate structures working with units of pure movement, investigating their potential through combination and variation. From these “structural investigations” emerge patterns and phrases that become her dances. In 1980, she founded her dance company, Nancy Karp + Dancers. On Night 3 of this year's Other Minds Festival, Karp will premiere a new piece set to James Tenney's Three Pieces for Drum Quartet. On the podcast, we talk about Karp's education at CalArts, collaborating with composers, and choreographing her new piece.Music: WAKE for Charles Ives and CYSTAL CANON for Edgard Varèse from Three Pieces for Drum Quartet by James Tenney, performed by Maelström Percussion Ensemble and Jan Williams (hat[now]ART)Follow Nancy Karp on Instagram and Facebook.nancykarp.orgFollow us on Instagram and Facebook.otherminds.orgContact us at otherminds@otherminds.org.The Other Minds Podcast is hosted and edited by Joseph Bohigian. Outro music is “Kings: Atahualpa” by Brian Baumbusch (Other Minds Records).
In this episode of Life at Liberty, host Cinelle Claassens interviews Jessica Blair Fowlkes, a dynamic performer in the equine industry. Jessica shares the highs, the wipeouts, and the lessons that only Liberty horses can teach. She talks about the pressure of competing in front of judges who know exactly what they're seeing, why partnership always comes before performance, and the advice she gives every aspiring freestyle competitor. Highlights: How Jessica discovered Liberty Freestyle and why it humbled her as a trainer The challenges she faced building trust and communication without a bridle Behind-the-scenes of choreographing her 2025 Liberty Festival Invitational Freestyle Why she believes patience, observation, and mindset are the keys to success Tips for Liberty enthusiasts to improve connection and performance at home Key Moments: 00:02:15 Discovering Liberty Freestyle and Its Humbling Nature00:08:05 Building Trust and Communication Without a Bridle00:15:42 Choreographing the Invitational Freestyle for the 2025 Liberty Festival00:25:10 Working Through Mistakes and Learning From Horses00:32:55 Jessica's Approach to Mindset and Patience in Training00:40:30 Practical Tips for Liberty Enthusiasts at Home00:46:50 Closing Thoughts and Preview of Her Festival Performance Summaries: 00:02:15 Discovering Liberty Freestyle and Its Humbling NatureJessica shares how she first encountered Liberty Freestyle, and how the discipline immediately challenged her assumptions about control, connection, and patience. 00:08:05 Building Trust and Communication Without a BridleShe discusses the process of creating a partnership based entirely on trust, body language, and subtle cues, emphasizing how humbling it can be for even experienced trainers. 00:15:42 Choreographing the Invitational Freestyle for the 2025 Liberty FestivalJessica takes listeners behind the scenes of designing her performance, from music selection to movement planning, highlighting the creativity and attention to detail required. 00:25:10 Working Through Mistakes and Learning From HorsesShe opens up about setbacks and mistakes during training, sharing how horses provide honest feedback and force trainers to adapt and improve. 00:32:55 Jessica's Approach to Mindset and Patience in TrainingJessica explains how a patient, observant mindset allows both horse and trainer to grow, and why mental approach is just as important as technique. 00:40:30 Practical Tips for Liberty Enthusiasts at HomeShe offers actionable guidance for listeners, including exercises and strategies to strengthen trust, timing, and connection in their own Liberty practice. 00:46:50 Closing Thoughts and Preview of Her Festival PerformanceJessica leaves listeners with inspiration for their Liberty journeys and a sneak peek at her 2025 Invitational Freestyle, encouraging persistence and curiosity.
Before diving into yet another fascinating season of dance changemakers, we first have some bonus episodes to wet your appetite! Season 3 is primarily about multi-faceted artists who wear many hats and are brilliant at them all. When the opportunity to host an inaugural LIVE book review presented itself, I duly accepted the challenge to tell choreographer, educator and author, Janaea Rose Lyn.Janaea's focus is on creating and facilitating work that reflects timeless human experience through timely personal stories. Her book, Choreographing Your Dance Career (CYDC), is a handbook and resource for dancers and educators in any style or career stage. As an advocate, she is committed to strengthening dance communities by fostering dialogue, providing choreographic and career feedback, connecting artists, and encouraging the creative exchange of ideas and opportunities.If The Background Dancer is the Yellow Pages of dance, CYDC is essentially your daily workbook to level up! Welcome to Bonus Episode 1 of Season 3, Choreographing Your Dance Career .Janaea Rose LynChoreographing Your Dance CareerDuncan ArchiveSoundtracks:KVZE - Buddies4daniteBirds - Tyler Twombly Poison Ivy Yard Work - Uncle Milk Support the showLike our offers? S2 Summer SALE! Check out our new Dance Masterclass YouTube review Sign up for Dance Masterclass Choreographing Your Dance Career by Janaea Rose Lyn Try Nord VPN Like what we do? Help us grow by Visiting The Background Dancer YouTube Channel Rate and review here Email me at backgrounddancer.jy@gmail.com Answer a survey Sign up here to receive future updates Leave a thought on Facebook and Instagram Join the Facebook group and introduce yourself as a member of our community
A leaked list of pre-written responses to the economic reform roundtable has raised questions over whether the Government is engaging in the talks in good faith.
A leaked list of pre-written responses to the economic reform roundtable has raised questions over whether the Government is engaging in the talks in good faith.
A leaked list of pre-written responses to the economic reform roundtable has raised questions over whether the Government is engaging in the talks in good faith.
In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, Paul Frambot, Co-Founder of Morpho, details how DeFi is transforming the financial industry by intersecting with fintech, shifting value to network users, and reshaping how lending protocols work. He outlines the evolution from early peer-to-peer lending to today's permissionless, immutable infrastructure, highlighting Morpho's product design, its approach to risk management, and specific use cases in institutional finance and global wallet integration. Discussions cover the role of risk managers, transparency benefits, the emergence of DeFi as backbone infrastructure for fintechs, and how platforms like Coinbase now use Morpho behind the scenes.Paul reflects on how Morpho enables global liquidity, allows businesses and individuals to create custom lending markets, and how DeFi's open competition leads to better rates and more efficient markets. The conversation wraps with thoughts on unsecured lending, the path to real-world financial product integration, and Morpho's long-term vision to become the foundational protocol for global financing.Chapters:00:00 Fintech disruption, DeFi's impact on infrastructure 01:21 Founding Morpho: backstory and protocol design 03:04 Pushing for permissionless, immutable protocol infrastructure 04:16 Institutional adoption, wallet integrations, and B2B use cases 07:01 Managing risk and collateral in open protocols 10:32 Shift in institutional engagement and business adoption 15:20 Native on-chain fund issuance, regulations, and international frameworks 17:04 Equity and securities as next steps for on-chain finance 19:03 Real-world example: Coinbase leveraging Morpho for global lending liquidity 20:28 End-to-end DeFi integrations: wallet abstraction and feature parity 22:26 Four core benefits when fintechs use DeFi as backend 24:07 Transparency, self-custody, and proof of reserves in DeFi 25:06 Institutional desire for infrastructure ownership—not just distribution 26:29 Competitive rates: DeFi vs. traditional finance lending 27:51 Barriers for banks: regulation, compliance, privacy, and operational hurdles 30:00 Privacy on-chain: transaction anonymity vs. amount privacy 32:29 How DeFi lending markets evolved: competition and network effects 34:00 Differing visions: Morpho as infrastructure vs. Aave as integrated bank 37:12 Market size: overcollateralized and undercollateralized lending potential 38:04 How DeFi could unlock unsecured credit 41:24 Under-collateralized lending, trust, and on-chain identity primitives 44:28 Morpho's long-term vision and the future of DeFi/fintech convergence
Alfonso Cervera and Irvin Gonzalez, two of the founding members of Primera Generación Dance Collective, both grew up in Southern California households where dancing was a vital part of family life, though neither was encouraged to pursue it professionally. Alfonso's first training was in ballet folklórico, a form he embraced as a child largely thanks to his own curiosity and insistence. Irvin, inspired by early seasons of “So You Think You Can Dance,” taught himself pirouettes in secret in his parents' garage. Both men eventually studied dance at UC Riverside (UCR), where they also first came out to their families, not only as queer but also as dancers. UCR is also where the two met and fell in love.It was during graduate school that Alfonso and Irvin, along with fellow dancers Rosa Rodriguez-Frazier and Patty Huerta, realized the creative power of coming together. Each brought a unique movement background and a shared desire to explore and celebrate their Mexican American identities on the concert stage. The resulting collective, Primera Generación, now almost ten years strong, continues to challenge conventional notions of contemporary dance with work that is joyous, confrontational and often intentionally messy. That messiness is key. The collective embraces the concept of “desmadre,” a Spanish term that can refer to disorder, exuberance or both, as both a choreographic strategy and a call to reflection and social change.In this interview, Alfonso and Irvin, now professors at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, discuss the origins of Primera Generación Dance Collective, how they've navigated nearly a decade of creative collaboration and why their messiest pieces are often their most meaningful. They also reflect on what it means to be first-generation artists in the Midwest today and how they hope the next generation of dancers can shape the collective's future.https://www.instagram.com/primerageneraciondance/
Alfonso Cervera and Irvin Gonzalez, two of the founding members of Primera Generación Dance Collective, both grew up in Southern California households where dancing was a vital part of family life, though neither was encouraged to pursue it professionally. Alfonso's first training was in ballet folklórico, a form he embraced as a child largely thanks to his own curiosity and insistence. Irvin, inspired by early seasons of “So You Think You Can Dance,” taught himself pirouettes in secret in his parents' garage. Both men eventually studied dance at UC Riverside (UCR), where they also first came out to their families, not only as queer but also as dancers. UCR is also where the two met and fell in love.It was during graduate school that Alfonso and Irvin, along with fellow dancers Rosa Rodriguez-Frazier and Patty Huerta, realized the creative power of coming together. Each brought a unique movement background and a shared desire to explore and celebrate their Mexican American identities on the concert stage. The resulting collective, Primera Generación, now almost ten years strong, continues to challenge conventional notions of contemporary dance with work that is joyous, confrontational and often intentionally messy. That messiness is key. The collective embraces the concept of “desmadre,” a Spanish term that can refer to disorder, exuberance or both, as both a choreographic strategy and a call to reflection and social change.In this interview, Alfonso and Irvin, now professors at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH, discuss the origins of Primera Generación Dance Collective, how they've navigated nearly a decade of creative collaboration and why their messiest pieces are often their most meaningful. They also reflect on what it means to be first-generation artists in the Midwest today and how they hope the next generation of dancers can shape the collective's future.https://www.instagram.com/primerageneraciondance/
Choreographing massages to Mozart, enforcing cancellation policies with beloved clients, and shutting down callers seeking "undraped sessions" with Allissa Haines, a massage therapist. What made her cry in her car after one particular house call? And what is "effleurage”?In this episode, Dan recommended The Work of Art by Adam Moss, a book about how artists make their work. Check it out here.IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE: Check out what it's like to be a couples therapist, a hair stylist, or a piano teacher.GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? Email us at jobs@whatitslike.com WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW? Leave us a voicemail at (919) 213-0456. We'll ask you to answer two questions: 1. What's a word or phrase that only someone from your profession would be likely to know and what does it mean? 2. What's a specific story you tell your friends that happened on the job? It could be funny, sad, anxiety-making, pride-inducing or otherwise. We can't respond to every message, but we do listen to all of them! We'll follow up if it's a good fit.
In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Tricia M. Taitt, CEO of FinCore and fractional CFO who's transforming how women entrepreneurs approach their finances. Her journey from Wall Street executive to financial empowerment advocate offers powerful insights into building a sustainable, values-driven business.Key themes include:The critical importance of financial literacy for entrepreneurial successWhy less than 2% of women-owned businesses reach seven figures in revenueStrategies for overcoming financial fears and scarcity mindsetsThe difference between revenue and take-home pay (and why it matters)How childhood money lessons shape our business decisionsPractical steps for scaling beyond six figures with intention00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless00:39 Meet Tricia Taitt of FinCore01:02 Tricia's Background and Achievements02:11 The Importance of Financial Education03:52 Tricia's Journey to Financial Consulting07:14 Challenges and Mindset Shifts for Women Entrepreneurs11:16 Setting Financial Goals and Overcoming Scarcity17:14 Practical Steps to Financial Success21:14 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers27:58 Understanding Revenue vs. Take Home28:47 Coaching in Girl Bossy Spaces30:08 The Reality of Business Debt31:49 Perception of Wealth and Social Media32:35 Childhood Money Lessons40:46 Values and Money Management48:28 Connecting with Tricia and Upcoming Events51:31 Final Thoughts and OutroOfferings & upcoming events with Tricia:45-60 minute Financial Strategy call w/ Tricia M Taitt - CEO, FinCoreFinCore's Pay Yourself More CalculatorHow to be a Financially Resilient & Fearless CEO in Uncertain Times Virtual session w/ Madeline Reeves & Tricia M Taitt Luminary Live Small Business Summit in Chicago Connecting with Tricia- IG (@fincorestrong) or on Linked In Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless! Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry. Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.
In this episode, Adam welcomes Kevin Boyle, General Manager of Seaside, Florida, to discuss creating unparalleled destination experiences through authentic lifestyle brands. Kevin shares his unique journey from college comedian to destination expert, and how his experience has helped him understand what visitors truly want from their stay. He also reveals how Seaside has meticulously crafted a choreographed visitor experience and why innovative brand partnerships prove there is more to a lifestyle brand than just merchandise.
This week, we're joined by Shannon Lewis, the choreographer behind the new musical Just In Time. Shannon talks about her early days as a dancer, how she developed her style, and what it's like working with Alex Timbers and Jonathan Groff. We get into the unique aspects of immersive theater and how choreography changes when the audience is part of the action. Shannon also shares what she learned from Susan Stroman and offers advice for performers. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on Just In Time on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Part 1 of our two-part deep dive into Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, we chat with director Alexander Berlage and choreographer Chiara Assetta about the bold creative choices behind this chaotic, heartfelt and surreal musical. Alex shares what initially drew him to the show and how he's crafted a cohesive vision, while Chiara unpacks her story-first approach to choreography and how she adapted it for the intimacy of The Hayes. We also explore how the team balanced farce, emotion, and heightened reality in the rehearsal room to bring this unique piece to life.
Silas Farley, former New York City Ballet dancer and current Dean of the Colburn School's Trudl Zipper Dance Institute, explores the profound connections between classical ballet, Christian worship, and embodied spirituality. From his early exposure to liturgical dance in a charismatic Lutheran church to his career as a professional dancer and choreographer, Farley illuminates how the physicality of ballet can express deep spiritual truths and serve as an act of worship.Episode Highlights from Silas Farley“The physicality of ballet is cruciform. The dancer stands in a turned-out position... the body becomes the intersection of the vertical and the horizontal plane.”“Sin makes the soul curve in on itself, whereas holiness or wholeness in God opens us up.”“We are Christian humanists. We don't need to be intimidated by beauty.”“There's knowledge and insight in all the different parts of our bodies, not just in our brain.”“The mystery of the incarnation is that when the creator of all things wanted to make himself known to his creation, he didn't come as a vapor or as a mountain or as a bird. But he came as a man.”Resources for Ballet EngagementLocal community ballet companies/schools“B is for Ballet” (ABT children's book)“My Daddy Can Fly” (ABT)Celestial Bodies, by Laura JacobsApollo's Angels, by Jennifer HomansSilas Farley's Podcast: Hear the Dance (NYC Ballet)The Nutcracker (NYC Ballet/Balanchine)Jewels (1967, Balanchine)Agon (Balanchine/Stravinsky)About Silas FarleySilas Farley is a professional ballet dancer and choreographer. Dean of the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute at the Colburn School in Los Angeles, Silas is a former New York City Ballet dancer, choreographer, and educator. He also currently serves as Armstrong Artist in Residence in Ballet in the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University.His work includes choreography for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Houston Ballet, and the New York City Ballet. He hosts the Hear the Dance podcast and creates works that integrate classical ballet with spiritual themes.Silas also serves on the board of The George Balanchine Foundation.Show NotesSilas Farley's Early Dance Background & FormationSilas Farley: Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina; youngest of 7 children (4 brothers, 2 sisters); multiracial family (white father, Black mother)First exposure through charismatic Lutheran church's liturgical dance ministrySaw formal ballet at age 6 when Christian ballet company Ballet Magnifica performedDance initially experienced as form of worship before performanceLiturgical vs Classical BalletLiturgical dance:Amplifies worshipFunctions as embodied prayerNot primarily performativeHistorical examples: David with Ark of Covenant, Miriam after Red Sea crossingClassical ballet:Performed on proscenium stageRequires specific trainingFocuses on virtuosic movementsExplicitly performativeBoth forms serve as offerings/vessels for transmitting energy to audienceTechnical Elements of Ballet: Turnout, Spiritual Turnout, and Opening UpFoundational concept of “turnout”—rotation of feet/hips outward“That idea of turnout makes the body more expressive in a way. Because if our toes are straightforward, like the way we're designed, you only see a certain amount of the leg. Whereas if the body stands turned out, you see the whole inside of the musculature of the leg. It's a more complete revelation of the body.”Creates more complete revelation of body's musculaturePhysicality conveys “spiritual turnout” - openness/receptiveness“Spiritual turnout: that you are open and receptive and generous. And that's embodied in the physicality of ballet.”“So much of what developed as ballet as we know, it happened at the court of Louis the XIV in the 1660-1670s.”“It's not artificial, it's actually supernatural.”Physical & Spiritual Connections in Ballet“Our walk with God is that he's defining us so that we are becoming open. We're open to him. We're open to receive his love. We're open to be vessels of his love. We're open to receiving and exchanging love with other people.”Freedom within the constraints movements and positionsSwan Lake: “They're so free. They're almost like birds. But that's come through a lifestyle of discipline.”“You get a hyper awareness of your own body.”Develops hyper-awareness of bodyLinks to incarnational theology—Christ as God-manFreedom through discipline and submissionMovement vocabulary builds from simple elements (plié, tendu)Plie: Mama and Dada“As a dancer grows up in ballet, the dancer then develops this enormous vocabulary of movement that are all reducible back to the microcosm of the plié and the tendu.”Creates infinite lines suggesting eternityCombines circular power with eternal linesTheological Dimensions of BalletSilas's choreographed interpretation of C.S. Lewis's The Four Loves, as a balletBallet and the Art of Choreography“The music and choreography were like brothers.”“Songs from the Spirit”“The music becomes my map.”Choreographing in silenceThe Role of the Audience and Their ExperienceIdeas to dialogue withA set of ideas to gather together and embodyArvo Part, The Genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3Uniting my heart with JesusI'm never didactic about it.An embodied musical experience“If I say ‘family, friendship, romance, divine love,' you all instantly have associations, beauty, pain, trauma, consolation that are associated with those four loves.”“ I'm not writing a sermon about any of these ideas. I'm choreographing a ballet. I'm assembling these classical steps with this music to create a visceral, embodied musical experience.”The audience: “They come to it with their experiences, their own eyes and ears and their own bodies. And that's enough.”Arvo Part: “Music is white light, and the prism is the soul of the listener.”“The musical ideas are refracted through the hearer.”“The audience is always in my heart and mind.”“I always think of the artwork as an act of hospitality. … I'm just setting the table.”What's Unique about Ballet as a Physical ArtformBeautiful interconnectednessAsking the body to reach to its limits“The Infinite Line” in BalletRadiating out into multiple eternal lines at the same timeConstant reaching in many directions at onceCruciform positioning: intersection of vertical and horizontal planes“The body becomes radiant”Use of “épaulement”—spiraling of body around spine's axisReveals pulse points (neck, wrists) creating vulnerable energy exchange with audienceOpening up the life force of the dancerNo separation between dancer and instrument (“I am the work of art”)Cruciform physicalityContemporary Cultural ContextModern culture increasingly disembodied due to screens/digital media“We live in an increasingly disembodied culture, we are absorbed with screens two dimensional, uh, highly edited and curated, mediated self presentation as opposed to like visceral nitty gritty blood, sweat, tears, good, bad, and ugly of life itself. So we get insulated from the step that makes life what it is.”Education often treats people as “brains on sticks”“The Christian life is a lifestyle of in embodied discipleship to the God man, Jesus Christ. And he's not a brain on a stick. He's the God man. He has a jawbone and he went through puberty and he has wounds like the beautiful hymn. It says, rich wounds, yet visible and beauty glorified. The mystery of the incarnation is that when the creator of all things wanted to make himself known to his creation, he didn't come as a vapor or as a mountain or as a bird, but he came as a man. And so he sublimates and affirms the glory of his creation, the materiality of his creation and the body as the crown of his creation by coming as a man.”Church needs more embodied practicesBallet offers counterpoint to disembodied tendenciesImportance of physical discipline in spiritual formationRomans 12:1 and making our bodies as living sacrificesHow to Experience Ballet“There's nothing you need to know before going to experience ballet. You have a body, you have eyes, you have ears. That's all you need. Just let it wash over you.Let it work on you in its own kind of visceral way, and let that be an entry point to not be intimidated by the, the music, or the wordlessness or the tutu's or the point shoes or whatever.There's so many different stylistic manifestations of ballet. But just go experience it.And if you can, I would really encourage people almost as much or more than watching it go see if like your local YMCA or something has an adult ballet class, or if you're a kid, maybe ask your parents to sign you up to go try a class and just feel what that turned-out physicality feels like in your own body.It's so beautiful. It's very empowering.”Production NotesThis podcast featured Silas Farley and Macie BridgeEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Macie Bridge, Alexa Rollow, Zoë Halaban, Kacie Barrett & Emily BrookfieldA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give
In this episode, we talk with Fuchsia—choreographer, drag artist, and founder of Una Productions—as they share deeply personal reflections on identity, leadership, and creative expression. From the dual worlds of Michigan farmland and San Francisco's queer community to navigating authenticity, safety, and self-discovery, Fuchsia provides a moving exploration of what it means to lead with openness and heart.
Jessica Warshal '23 reflects on how her lifelong love of dance transformed at UCLA, where she began exploring movement as an academic discipline and cultural practice. After training at the London School of Contemporary Dance and completing a residency in Cameroon, she speaks on navigating dance professionally and the bravery to choose joy. Follow for more stories of Bruin Success:IG: @bruinsuccesspodcastalumni.ucla.edu/bruin-success-podcast/Follow Jessica's journey:IG: @chiyeseedThe Bruin Success Podcast is hosted and produced by Sara Mosgrove '18 and Lily Rosenberg '18, and brought to you by the UCLA Alumni Association. Thank you to our sustaining donors.
This week on the PerformHappy podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome Chloe Van Bavel, a former Dutch elite gymnast turned professional choreographer with an impressive background in ballet, modern dance, social work, and sports psychology. Chloe brings a unique perspective to the gymnastics world, helping athletes shine from the inside out.In our conversation, Chloe shares how she builds confidence, creativity, and joy through the art of choreography. Whether you're a gymnast who thrives on performance or a "robo gymnast" who feels self-conscious about dancing, Chloe's approach blends artistry and athleticism in a way that helps every athlete feel capable and confident in their routines.Join us as we explore her innovative methods for teaching gymnasts how to connect with their movements, express themselves authentically, and truly enjoy the process.Listen now and discover how to bring more artistry—and confidence—into your gymnastics journey.In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Chloe Van Bavel talk about:Chloe Van Bavel's Early Gymnastics Journey.Building Confidence Through Dance and Team Performances.Using Humor to Make Choreography Fun and Fearless.How to Bring Emotion and Personality to Gymnastics Routines.Reducing Self-Consciousness Through Improvisation and Play.Using Gymnastics and Dance to Build Stronger, More Self-Aware Athletes.Balancing Life's Challenges with Gratitude and New Perspectives.Life Skills for Gymnasts: Perseverance, Nerves, and Enjoying the Journey."Humor is the easiest way to drop tension and spark creativity." – Chloe Van BavelChloe Van Bavel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloevanbavel/Chloe Van Bavels Website: https://www.chloevanbavel.com/Struggling with fears, mental blocks, or confidence? Click the link to get a FREE session with one of our experts to tackle your challenges together! completeperformance.as.me/consultLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/ Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com
Dive into the explosive world of dance with Loren Dermody and Derek Piquette as they unpack the groundbreaking Prodigy Dance Convention and the rising importance of acro in performance. From viral University of Minnesota routines to insights from UDA Nationals, this episode reveals why dance teams are transforming the performing arts landscape. Get the inside scoop on the upcoming Accelerate Acro Convention and discover how acro skills are revolutionizing dance, commercials, and professional performances. Tune in for an electrifying journey through the future of movement! About Derek Piquette Derek Piquette, a multifaceted artist from Chicopee, MA, began his dance journey at 10. A principal dancer in Carmen and The Maid, he gained recognition on Season 12 of So You Think You Can Dance, finishing top 4 and touring. Derek founded Intrepid Dance Company in 2017, directing and choreographing its debut, "HER." Starring as the "Trickster" in Cirque Du Soleil's KOOZA, Derek also reached the finals on NBC's World Of Dance Season 3. As a teacher and choreographer, Derek contributed to renowned organizations like CLI Studios and judged competitions. Choreographing 350+ award-winning pieces since 2014, he left a mark on Dance Moms, Disney Channel's Backstage, and So You Think You Can Dance. Derek's passion extends to mentoring young dancers globally, leaving a lasting impact through his exceptional teaching approach and inspiring them to excel in dance. Follow Derek on IG: https://www.instagram.com/derekpiquette/ Prodigy Dance Convention: https://www.prodigydanceconvention.com/ Accelerate Acro Convention: https://accelerateacroconvention.com/ If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com
My guests this week are Dustyn Martincich & Phoebe Rumsey who have edited and authored (along with a number of other contributors) a recent book titled Dance In Musical Theatre — A History of the Body in Movement. As anyone who has listened to this podcast regularly knows, much like the authors of this book, I believe that dance has always been one of the most important and key elements of musical theater—from Oklahoma! and West Side Story to Spring Awakening and Hamilton. By pulling together a range of diverse authors and perspectives, this book not only tracks the emergence of the dancer as a key figure in the genre, it also connects the contributions of past and present choreographers from the beginning of the 20th century and right up to today. Dustyn Martincich is a Professor of Theatre and Dance at Bucknell University. Her research interests involve investigating narrative, collaborative, and interdisciplinary possibilities in theatre and dance performance and musical theatre dance studies that focuses on the work of the ensemble. She has movement directed, choreographed, and performed for concert dance and theatrical stages. She has been recently published in Studies in Musical Theatre, and in edited collections like Gender Sex, and Sexuality in Musical Theatre (edited by Kelly Kessler), Dueling Grounds: Revolution and Revelation in the Musical Hamilton (edited by Paul Laird and Mary Jo Lodge), and Toni Morrison: Forty Years in The Clearing (edited by Carmen Gillespie). Phoebe Rumsey is a Senior Lecturer in Musical Theatre and Course Leader of the BA (Hons) Musical Theater degree at the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. She received her PhD from The Graduate Center, CUNY, and holds an MA in Performance Studies from NYU, an MA in Theatre from UNLV, and a BFA in Contemporary Dance from Simon Fraser University. A scholar and practitioner, her research has been published in The Routledge Companion to Theatre and Politics, Studies in Musical Theatre, The Routledge Companion to the Contemporary Musical and Reframing The Musical: Race, Culture, and Identity (Palgrave). She is the author of Embodied Nostalgia: Social Dance, Communities and the Choreographing of Musical Theatre (Routledge). Along with her engagement in academic studies Dr. Rumsey has worked extensively as a performer and choreographer. How to become a PATRON of Broadway Nation! This podcast is made possible in part by the generous support of our Patron Club Members, including long-time patron Judy Hucka. For just $7.00 a month, you will receive exclusive access to never-before-heard, unedited versions of many of the discussions that I have with my guests — in fact, I often record nearly twice as much conversation as ends up in the edited versions. You will also have access to additional in-depth discussions with my frequent co-host, Albert Evans, that have not been featured on the podcast. All patrons receive special “on-air” shout-outs and acknowledgment of your vital support of this podcast. And if you are very enthusiastic about Broadway Nation, there are additional PATRON levels that come with even more benefits. If you would like to support the work of Broadway Nation and receive these exclusive member benefits, please just click on this link: https://broadwaynationpodcast.supercast.tech/ Thank you in advance for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Dancing Housewife Podcast (formerly Coffee Break with The Dancing Housewife)
In this episode of the Dancing Housewife podcast, the host addresses public criticism received after endorsing a candidate in the USA Dance presidential election. Through a fable about perception and truth, the host emphasizes the importance of clarity and self-awareness. The episode explains the rationale behind the endorsement, maintains the impartiality of the Meet the Candidates series, and highlights the subjective nature of endorsements. The host encourages constructive handling of disagreements within the ballroom dance community, advocating for respect, integrity, humility and reliance on indisputable facts. The episode concludes with advice on responding to criticism gracefully. If you're enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform and follow us on Instagram and Facebook so you never miss an episode! And don't forget to visit The Dancing Housewife Blog for more content.
In this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, we sit down with David McGlennen, a leadership growth guide known for his expertise in helping companies grow, lead, and serve in the modern business era. David has coached leaders worldwide, from the Arctic Circle to South America, and even shared the stage with John C. Maxwell. Today, he shares his unique approach to choreographing leadership conversations that foster growth, performance, and teamwork. David's journey, from running multi-million dollar budgets to owning startups, has provided him with profound insights into balancing leadership, relationships, and results. COMMUNITY CONNECTION: Brought to you by 5-Minute Book-Keeper. In this segment, I invite you, our community to share your reviews, questions, feedback, ect to engage with us. Today's feedback comes in the form of a question from Andy Hall on LinkedIn. I'd love David with your listeners from his time as an entrepreneur in the Insurance business, what would he go back and do differently today, if he knew then what he knows today? CONTACT DAVID McGLENNEN: Email: david@davidmcglennen.com TRENDING NOW: Leadership Development In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, leadership development is more critical than ever. According to McKinsey & Company, organizations that invest in leadership development are 2.3 times more likely to outperform their peers. David McGlennen's innovative approach to leadership growth is setting new standards for empowering leaders and driving impactful transformations. If you enjoyed this episode of The Entrepreneurial You, subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating, and share it with your friends. Visit my website at henekawatkisporter.com for a free eBook on conducting podcast interviews like a pro. A special shout-out to Next Step Digital Solutions for their fantastic work on my website—check them out if you need a digital marketing boost! Affirm with me: I am a leader who empowers others and creates a culture of growth, innovation, and excellence.
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Episode Summary: Melena Rounis provides a comprehensive overview of her journey in the dance industry, from overcoming early challenges to achieving notable success on renowned stages like Cirque du Soleil. Starting her dance career later than most and facing initial setbacks including familial pressure to pursue a conventional university degree, Melena's resilience shines through as she navigates the complexities of the US immigration system to follow her passion. Melena shares candid insights into the audition process for high-profile gigs, particularly her experience with Cirque du Soleil, where she utilized her unique contortion skills to stand out, despite not being formally trained in that area. Her career milestones include not only performing but also choreographing for major productions, where she emphasizes the significance of collaboration, kindness, and professional connections. Further discussion covers Melena's choreographic work, including her contributions to TV shows and her proactive approach to auditions for platforms like America's Got Talent. She provides strategic advice for dancers looking to make their mark in places like Los Angeles, emphasizing perseverance, resilience, and the necessity of being versatile and well-rounded in their craft. Show Notes: (0:00) Dance industry insights with a special guest. (2:06) Dance career struggles and immigration challenges. (7:32) Dance auditions and highlights of career, including Beatles love show and Cirque du Soleil. (13:18) Career highlights and choreography experiences with a focus on collaboration and kindness. (15:59) The importance of kindness and connections in the dance industry. (20:33) Choreographing for TV shows and auditioning for America's Got Talent. (24:37) Choreography and auditioning for Cirque du Soleil. (30:42) Adapting to the fast-paced dance industry in LA. (35:16) Dance industry, perseverance, and career paths. (42:32) Believing in oneself and overcoming negative voices in the dance industry. Biography: Melena Rounis is a versatile choreographer, associate director, and performer who has been sharing her passion and knowledge of all things dance over the course of her 20+ year career. She has worked extensively in film, television, live performances and shows, striving to push the creative boundaries and developing emotionally driven and often high-tech content. Melena was nominated for a 2022 Leo Award for her largest body of work as a Choreographer on Netflix's 'A Week Away' the Musical. Other choreographic endeavors include Associate Directing and Choreographing two tours for Sesame Street Live! (‘Let's Party' and ‘Make Your Magic'), as well as cutting edge research and development projects for Walt Disney Imagineering. She has put her touch on a plethora of film and television shows including the opening title sequence for HBO Max's ‘Peacemaker', and for other notable brands such as Dancing with The Stars, Comedy Central, Honda, Kmart, Christian Louboutin, AIDS Health Foundation and Knott's Berry Farm Amusement Park. As a performer, some of her live and reality tv show credits include Cirque du Soleil (Michael Jackson Immortal World Tour and in Las Vegas at The Beatles LOVE), America's Got Talent, American Idol, Next Top Model, Latin American Music Awards, as well as MusiCares with Sir Paul McCartney, and various other artists like Pitbull, Maluma, French Montana & Daddy Yankee to name a few. She has taught and adjudicated extensively throughout Canada, the United States, Australia and Mexico, doing everything from large scale conventions to summer intensives, guest master classes, choreography and private sessions. Her expansive teaching vocabulary includes Street Jazz/Jazz Funk, Hip Hop, Locking, House, Jazz, Musical Theater, Heels, Lyrical and Pilates. Connect on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/melenadance https://www.facebook.com/melenadance/ Webpage http://www.melenarounis.com/
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On this episode of 10x Your Team, Camden and Otis are joined by Michael Johnson to discuss entrepreneurship, personal growth, and storytelling. How can you overcome fear and perform at a high level? What's wrong with trying to prove yourself? And why do we love telling negative stories? Michael, Cam, and Otis dive into all this and much more on this fantastic episode!More About Michael:Michael Johnson is former Professional Ballroom Dancer, an Author, Master NLP Practitioner, Business Mentor, and Investor. He currently works with businesses to help them Choreograph and attain the necessary solutions to save money, improve revenue, and create more meaningful impact for their customers, their team, and themselves. With over 30 years of teaching, coaching, and mentoring experience, Michael brings a unique and effective approach to taking businesses to the next level using the power of Business Choreography. Chapters:0:03 - Intro3:10 - Professional Ballroom Dancing 10:16 - Trying To Prove Yourself 16:25 - Training 25:37 - Failure & Pain 37:50 - Telling Stories 50:00 -EndMichael Johnsonhttps://michaelanthonyjohnson.com/home
Send me a Text Message!When Angie Kitko, the organizational maestro of Inter Wealth Global, swaps her backstage role for the microphone, a new kind of synergy ignites. In a heart-to-heart with Leigh Shultis, they unravel the intricate tapestry of entrepreneurial partnership and marriage, sharing the triumphs and trials that come when life partners navigate the business world together. Angie reveals the transformative power of stepping into her role as a female entrepreneur, juggling finances, speaking engagements, and mastermind retreats, while Lee brings her own insights to this rich dialogue about the intersection of love and enterprise.Venturing beyond the boardroom, our conversation takes a poignant turn as we reflect on the seismic shifts in relationships when one partner transitions from traditional roles into entrepreneurship. We open up about our own journey, traversing through addiction and the quest for self-worth, to a place where mutual support and intuition become the cornerstones of not just a successful business, but a flourishing marriage. This chapter is a candid look at the delicate balance required to foster ambition with empathy, showcasing the tenacity and patience indispensable to entrepreneurial couples.To cap off, Angie and Leigh share that this is their inaugural StreamYard experience, a testament to their growth that comes from stepping into uncharted territories together. We invite you to join the ongoing conversation at innerwealthglobal.com, this episode stands as a celebration of the shared victories and the connections that make our entrepreneurial endeavors all the more meaningful.Music Credit: "What's Left of Me" by Wes Hoffman & FriendsLinks & Resources:Click here to access our FREE Destination: Millionaire Mindset E-BookClick here to explore our next Destination Millionaire Mindset live eventClick here to learn more about The Inner Wealth MastermindClick here to visit the Inner Wealth Global WebsiteMy Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikekitkoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_kitkoTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikekitkoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekitko/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/@mike_kitkoSubscribe to my YouTube: / @mikekitkoMike Kitko is an executive self-mastery coach, speaker and author. He found external success through powerful titles, incomes, and material possessions. He ultimately fell into depression, toxic abuse of alcohol, and the near collapse of his family before he began a journey of internal happiness and success.Through private coaching, mastermind groups and training, Mike helps business owners achieve higher levels of wealth, success, and happiness in all areas of life.
Empowerment and Identity: Jesse Escalante's Journey with Bipolar Disorder This episode of 'Live Well Bipolar' features an insightful conversation with Jesse Escalante, a 28-year-old queer, Latin social worker and professional dancer from San Francisco. Jesse shares his personal and professional journey, including being diagnosed with bipolar disorder just before the pandemic in February 2020, the challenges of dealing with the diagnosis during quarantine, and how he found solace and identity through his work in social work and dance. Jesse discusses the stigma surrounding mental health in his Mexican culture, the bullying he faced surrounding his sexuality a young age, and how dance became a pivotal outlet for his expression and self-acceptance. He also talks about his work as a social worker and his efforts to combine his passions for dance and mental health advocacy, particularly through choreographing pieces that explore his experience with bipolar disorder. The conversation also delves into the importance of seeking help, managing symptoms, and overcoming the fear of becoming a statistic. Jesse's story is one of resilience, hope, and the pursuit of one's passion despite the hurdles of mental health challenges. Connect with Jesse here and check out his dance here! 00:00 Welcome to Live Well Bipolar: Meet Jesse Escalante 00:18 Jesse's Journey: From Diagnosis to Advocacy 02:15 The Impact of Quarantine on Mental Health 06:04 Seeking Help: Jesse's Experience with Mental Health Rehab 06:55 The Power of Education and Overcoming Stigma 11:31 Finding Purpose Through Social Work and Personal Struggles 14:47 Embracing Identity: Jesse's Story of Resilience 25:45 Dance as a Lifeline: Combining Passions for Healing 30:12 Living Well with Bipolar: Jesse's Perspective 33:41 Staying Connected: How to Follow Jesse's Journey
This week, our guest is dance artist, teacher and healer Valerie Green, whose company Valerie Green/Dance Entropy (VG/DE) believes in humanizing movement, and planting creative seeds in communities across the world. Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving.
Across a variety of artistic genres, we see persistent gender imbalances among the creatives and leaders who make the art possible. That's especially true for dance, where women continue to hold fewer artistic director positions and receive fewer choreographic opportunities than men despite making up a significant majority of the dance workforce overall. As full-blown data nerds here at CI, we believe you can't change what you don't measure. So we sat down with the team at Dance Data Project® to discuss the latest industry stats and consider how to carve a path forward for gender equity in dance. Dance Data Project® promotes gender equity in the dance industry through metrics-based analysis. In this interview, they overview their latest research, programming, and advocacy work to showcase and uplift women across the dance industry—from artistic and executive leaders, to lighting designers and commissioned composers. LINKS: Dance Data Project® New York Times | Do Men Still Rule Ballet? Let Us Count the Ways. Dance Magazine | Over 80% of Ballets Are Still Choreographed By Men Pointe Magazine | Ballet's Gender Gap—By the Numbers Data USA | Dancers and Choreographers Workforce New Scientist | Doctors ‘nudged' into prescribing far fewer antibiotics ADDITIONAL CONVERSATIONS ABOUT EQUITY IN DANCE: Final Bow for Yellowface Gold Standard Arts Foundation Cultural Competency and Equity Coalition (C²EC) The Equity Project
"Illinoise" is a new dance adaptation of the seminal Sufjan Stevens album, with a story by Tony-winning choreographer Justin Peck and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury. The show runs at Park Avenue Armory through March 26, then transfers to Broadway starting April 24. Drury and Peck, who also directed and choreographed the production, join us.
Veteran hip-hop choreographer Fatima Robinson talks about her legendary career, from working with Michel Jackson, Aaliyah and Dr. Dre, to choreographing two Super Bowls, and her latest project — choreographing the dance numbers in the film “The Color Purple.”
Episode Summary: In this episode, we delve into Brian Friedman's journey as a dancer, choreographer, and mentor. Brian discusses the delicate balance between personal ambitions and helping others, emphasizing the power of narrative in dance. He examines his own education and advocating for arts-specialized schools. Brian reveals his drive for projects with devoted teams and his secret to longevity in the competitive dance industry—constant reinvention without limits. He shares his personal growth pursuits, including sewing and Broadway dreams. To conclude, Brian offers essential life guidance from his mother about choosing one's passion, and a mentor's counsel on avoiding ego to maintain humility. This episode is filled with invaluable lessons for enthusiasts of art, education, and self-improvement. Show Notes: 00:15:34 - Juggling Career and Guidance 00:20:18 - Learning Styles and Artistic Minds 00:39:17 - Reinventing Oneself in the Dance Entertainment Industry 01:01:05 - Professionalism and Determination in Dance 01:18:42 - Choreographing and Breaking Norms 01:21:48 - Valuable Life Advice 01:25:48 - Hypnosis and Learning Biography: Brian Friedman can be described as a pioneer and entrepreneur who opened his first dance studio at 16. As one of the most sought-after dancers in the business, his film credits include Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, You Got Served, She's All That, Austin Powers Gold Member and Uptown Girls. Brian has also performed with top music artists such as Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Janet Jackson, Prince, Paula Abdul and more. Brian soon became one of the most in-demand choreographers in the business and went on to choreograph such shows as Dancing with The Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, Will & Grace, The Tonight Show, Late Night, Jimmy Kimmel, The Ellen Show, Oprah, MTV VMA's, VH1 Divas Live, American Music Awards and The Billboard Music Awards. The list of artists he has Creative Directed & Choreographed for include Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Ciara, Mariah Carey, Usher, P!nk, Nicole Scherzinger, Ne-Yo, Christina Aguilera, Cher, and Sam Smith. He was chosen by Simon Cowell to work on several of his most popular and successful projects, including judging, choreographing, creative directing, and producing The X Factor (US and UK), America's Got Talent, and Britain's Got Talent. Connect on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/BrianFriedmanOfficial/ https://www.instagram.com/brianfriedman/
30 years ago, Dale Fetzer was the military choreographer during the shooting of the movie "Gettysburg". Last October, while in town to shoot a special video for the ABT, Dale agreed to come on the show and talk about the daunting task of choreographing a battle for a major motion picture. Check out his book "Unlikely Allies" here. Normally, this would live on our Patreon account, but, in honor of the anniversary, we are releasing this for free for its premiere. If you appreicate that, head on over to Patreon and join our community. There are hundreds more episodes there full of history you never knew existed! Go to www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg
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