Latest Ballroom Podcast Episodes
DANCE PSYCHOLOGY
She's just a dancer - July 27, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutesDancers and performers have to deal with a lot of stuff- pressures of performing, dealing with rejection, motivational issues, negative body image (we do spend a lot of time in front of the mirror). How can we deal with it all in the best possible way? How do we deal with trauma of injuries? Luc...
Measuring the Immeasurables
Riot and Frolic - July 21, 2021 03:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsHow do you go to a competition or prepare for an event and feel great about it? SET GOALS. WORK ON GOALS. I will elaborate on those ideas. This episode is based on the blog from September 13, 2013. This book is worth the money. It is Dance to Your Maximum by Maximiliaan Winkelhuis. For a...
A dancer's life with Victoria Martin
She's just a dancer - July 20, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutesWhat is "normal life" like for a dancer? Find out today as we chat to Victoria Martin- from competitive ballroom world to Dancing With The Stars and Burn The Floor, Vicky talks about her many achievements. How do you end up with such a long career? What's life on tour really like? And how do you...
Argentine Tango | Koichiro Suzuki and Yulia Zhukoff | Episode #52
Ballroom Chat - July 14, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutesKoichiro ("Chewy") Suzuki and Yulia Zhukoffsit down and talk about their love of music, the history of Tango and why the connection and embrace of Argentine Tango is so unique, compared to other dance styles. Koichiro Suzuki and Yulia Zhukoff are professional Argentine Tango instructors that t...
After Competition Rituals
Riot and Frolic - July 14, 2021 03:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsHere's the link to the original post : click here Support the Show.
HE'S JUST A DANCER: Ed Watson MBE
She's just a dancer - July 13, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutesBallet powerhouse and Royal Ballet's longest serving principal dancer, Ed Watson is the man behind some of the company's most iconic performances. Talking about his career, the misconceptions of being a male ballet dancer and what comes next after he retires from his principal post- nothing is o...
Things You Can Control at a Ballroom Dance Competition
Riot and Frolic - July 07, 2021 03:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsFor the original blog post from March 2, 2018, click here. To see a tour of my house where we used to do Smooth rounds, head over to my Instagram after Friday, July 9, 2021. Support the Show.
Ballet Myths, Body Image & Success
She's just a dancer - July 06, 2021 18:00 - 1 hourWho better to talk to about the issues of body image amongst ballet dancers, busting myths and misconceptions about dance and success than Katie Deacon- a bona fide ballet superstar turned West End leading lady. From ultra strict ballet teachers to the importance of being a good person no matte...
Changing Lives
She's just a dancer - July 01, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutesWhen we think of a real-life inspirational woman to look up to, Ruth Mair Howard-Jones is the person we would like to be. Hear her story of how dance changes lives from UK to Nigeria, Brazil to North Korea and how she helps amazingly talented dancers from every corner of the world reach for the...
Being the Best You | Christian Alva | Episode #51
Ballroom Chat - June 23, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourChristian Alva discusses his early career, life lessons that he's learned along the way and his particular approach to teaching and friendship. Christian and Samantha chat about goal setting and appreciating the joy and artistry of ballroom dance. Christian Alva is a former member of the Utah ...
Take Care as You Return to Dance
Talk.Dance - June 17, 2021 03:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode Kelly, Michelle & David chat about taking care as we return to dance. The video version of this episode can be found here: https://youtu.be/iAdH3nTCgxU You can find us at: www.Talk.dance Also check out the Find.dance app at: www.Find.dance
Body acceptance coach on positive body image
She's just a dancer - June 15, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutesTaylor Behringer is a dancer and a body acceptance coach working with dancers who suffer from negative body image due to pressures they face during their dance careers. From eating disorders to simply feeling good in your skin, Taylor focuses on acceptance that we're all different and special in...
Communicating Effectively | Viktorija | Episode #50
Ballroom Chat - June 09, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourViktorija discusses her early career, finding her own expression, and defining how she and her partner Nick want themselves to be seen on the dance floor. She and Samantha also talk about navigating the different relationships and expectations in the dance world, along with tips for young profes...
Life of a principal dancer with Ashley Shaw
She's just a dancer - June 08, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutesThe Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Edward Scissorhands and Sleeping Beauty are just some of the masterpieces of Matthew Bourne's New Adventures where Ashley Shaw performed in leading roles, casting a spell over audiences with her unique storytelling and grace. She talks about the life of a principal dan...
The Return to Dance Post-Pandemic
Talk.Dance - June 07, 2021 01:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode we chat with Kelly, Michelle & David chat about returning to dance post-pandemic. The video version of this episode can be found here: https://youtu.be/4xZstgveutE You can find us at: www.Talk.dance Also check out the Find.dance app at: www.Find.dance
Anabel Kutay: Storytelling & Creating
She's just a dancer - June 01, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutesFrom principal dancer at Mathew Bourne company to actress, writer, director and founder of Kutay Kollectiv production company- Anabel Kutay is the person to talk to when it comes to creativity and storytelling. So that's what we did! She shared her experience and thoughts about what makes a stor...
Goal Setting with Katya & Janette
She's just a dancer - May 26, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutesWhat's the difference between a dream and a goal? Is it ok for our goals to change and what do you do when someone sets an unrealistic goal for themselves? Do you tell them? Should you? And what does WHOOP have to do with it all? Joining us today are Janette Manrara and Katya Jones and believe u...
How Lightsabers, Flamingos and Traveling can help you be a better
Life as a Dance - May 26, 2021 01:51 - 22 minutesIn this episode we may surprise you with the full scope of what the Arthur Murray Dance Studios curriculum has to offer. Activities such as a groups, parties, Medal Ball Graduations, and Competitions to just name a few. Not only are these events tons of fun but also instrumental in helping you be...
Individuality of a dancer with Tania Kehlet
She's just a dancer - May 18, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutesWhat makes you unique as a dancer and how do you develop your individuality? Is copying a good place to start or is it a huge no no? Today we're talking to one of the most successful Danish dancers and multiple times World Championship winner Tania Kehlet who shares how she and her partner Emanu...
Dance Legends: Katarina Venturini
She's just a dancer - May 11, 2021 08:00 - 56 minutesToday we chat to Katarina Venturini, one of the most successful ballroom dancers of all times! She told us all about her career, what it was like to win it all and how did she decide to leave the competitive world behind to embark on a slightly surprising journey of focusing on social dancing an...
Entertaining and Connecting | Igor Litvinov | Episode #49
Ballroom Chat - May 05, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourIgor Litvinov discusses his amateur career and his journey becoming a dancer. Samantha and Igor also breakdown his professional show dances for Ohio Star Ball and why choosing music and something that suits your personality is so important to connecting to the audience. The pair also talk a litt...
Versatility with Janette Manrara
She's just a dancer - May 04, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutesStarring in Burn The Floor and nailing Strictly without ever being a professional ballroom dancer? No problem! Not is you're the energy force that is Janette Manrara- this amazing woman is definitely one of the most versatile dancers out there and is not afraid to take on new challenges. From Gl...
Dancing her Truth | Oxana Kashkina | Episode #48
Ballroom Chat - April 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hourOxana Kashkina discusses her journey, from amateur dancer to English Educator to professional ballroom instructor. Oxana and Samantha delve deep into topics surrounding body image, cross-training, teaching methodology, and telling your story on the dance floor. Oxana Kashkina was an Amateur 10...
Life of a performer with Bonnie Langford
She's just a dancer - April 27, 2021 09:00 - 1 hourThe star of stage, TV and movie screen Bonnie Langford talks about her life as a performer and shares her experience of life in the spotlight. From a child star to leading roles in some of the most popular TV shows and leads in world's most famous musicals, Bonnie Langford has done it all! What'...
Teaching and Learning | Yuriy Kravets | Episode #47
Ballroom Chat - April 21, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutesYuriy Kravets discusses his journey from amateur to professional, from Ukraine to the United States and everything in between. Yuriy and Samantha analyze the structure of ballroom dance education in the US and in Europe, and chat about how instructors and pro-am students can approach the differe...
Let's talk technique with Claudia Koehler
She's just a dancer - April 20, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutesWinner of more titles than she can remember, multiple-times World Champion Claudia Koehler joins us today to talk how great technique can be the road to individuality. We shared years and years of training in Italy so there's a good measure of reminiscence going on in this episode- tune in to he...
Chat with Jennifer Egl of the UCWDC about the Country Western dance scene
Talk.Dance - April 17, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode we chat with Jennifer Egl of the UCWDC (United Country Western Dance Council) about the Country Western dance scene, and the Mid-Atlantic Dance Classic. UCWDC can be found here: https://ucwdc.org/ The Mid-Atlantic Dance Classic site can be found here: https://midatlanticdanc...
"He's just a dancer" with Kevin Clifton & Luca Bussoletti
She's just a dancer - April 13, 2021 06:00 - 56 minutesHere come the boys! Every now and again it's good to hear the other side of the story- what is it like to grow up as a dancer for little boys all over the world? What are the difficulties they encounter and what's the best thing about doing something different to most of your friends? This week ...
A Students Story - Tom Leavitt
Life as a Dance - April 09, 2021 23:25 - 35 minutesEvery student has a unique and inspiring story to tell. In this series of videos we get a chance to share with our viewers and listeners those tales and how they relate to their dancing. In this episode we talk with Tom Leavitt about his journey of weight loss, weight training and dance training...
Top 3 Must See DANCE Movies
Life as a Dance - April 09, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutesHere's our (initial) Top 3 Must See (Ballroom inspired) Dance Movies. You just can't go wrong with these classics.
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