Mind in Movement: Recent Episodes
Justine Wang
Mind in Movement uses the combination of evidence-based science and storytelling to teach mindfulness through life. “Movement” represents dance, which also represents an aspect of life. Episodes will include solo episodes of me discussing psychology concepts and personal ideas. Episodes will also include conversations with people which dance has connected me with, and whose stories have inspired me to embrace my own humanity. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justine-wang/support
This episode is a doozy and I'm definitely practicing courage and vulnerability with this one. I talk about our current structures and social climate, which includes capitalism, racism, sexism, and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments. I talk about what I think the solution is, which is to understand the nuance of being a human being, to be the model for the change that you want to see, and to build community and solidarity. Thanks for being on the journey with me, especially with this one in particular.
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In this episode of the podcast, I talk about my journey with my creative process and what I learned through it, what it means to "make" art, and how I'm learning to let go of control.
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In this episode of the podcast, I talk about the path that I've been on, and what fulfillment and challenges I've felt being on this path. Come along for the journey~
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Welcome to season 3 of Mind in Movement! I wanted to take this season to hold space for my own voice and story. In this episode, I talk about my reflections from my experiences in the past 2 years, discovering myself as an artist, and my concept video that I published recently.
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In today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Michele Byrd-McPhee about her journey, mission, and impact with Ladies of Hip Hop. She drops so many golden gems, from sharing her history, to about her community, her mission, and her outlook on our current world.
A tireless advocate for girls and women, Michele Byrd-McPhee is the founder and Executive Director of Ladies of Hip-Hop. Michele has been working for over two decades to re-contextualize Hip-Hop spaces and conversations regarding sex, gender and race. Under her direction, LOHH cultivates dance environments that honor and acknowledge the roots of Hip-Hop and the many creative pioneers who have shaped them. This is especially important given the ways in which Black dance has been co-opted, appropriated without acknowledgement to its community cultural origins.
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@vivv1es
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Welcome back to the podcast! On this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Anthony Vibal, an amazing dancer that I met during my time at Voyage. Vibal has such a passion for dance and such a great, positive mentality that I really wanted to learn more about his approach to dance. In this episode, we talk about his motivation, passion, and journey currently in dance.
Anthony Vibal is a 22 year old dancer and choreographer from Orange County. He has competed and choreographed with teams such as Underground Dance Team, Team Millennia and has trained with Voyage Training Team. Anthony is also an instructor at OFFSTAGE Dance Studio, and STEEZY.
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@anthonyvibal
@mind.in.movement
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Welcome back to the podcast! On this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Vivian Lin, someone who has danced with Choreo Cookies and now resides in Berkeley, CA. We focus mainly on her life, from her dance journey to her transition as a mother. It was really insightful because we talked about so much -- from dance, to jobs, to relationships and family. It is a conversation that resides in my mind because of how peaceful it is.
Vivian Lin is a human being who enjoys cooking, taking long walks, watching period dramas, and picking flowers (that sometimes aren't hers - much to her husband's dismay). For 10 years, she lived in San Diego and was a member of Choreo Cookies during that time. She currently resides in Berkeley, CA with her husband Chris, her son Teo, her two dogs and one cat; working full time as a software engineer and moonlighting as a florist on the weekends.
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@vivv1es
@mind.in.movement
@justine.wang_
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Welcome back to the podcast! On this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Tawnya Nguyen, a strength and performance coach that I've been working with since October 2021. She has taught me a more sustainable way to approach fitness, to be more compassionate towards myself, and to see every moment as an opportunity instead of an obligation. I appreciate all that she does so much and highly recommend her to everyone.
Tawnya is a strength + performance coach and co owner of Movement Society from Los Angeles. She is invested in helping people commit to a sustainable lifestyle while achieving their greatest human potential through movement. One of her biggest missions is to create an safe and inclusive space for women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ community within the fitness industry.
Her love for movement started since she was dancing at the age of 7 with focuses in ballet, contemporary, and various choreography styles. From there, she was always seeking different ways to explore movement athletically and artistically. What gravitated her towards fitness was the ability to unlock one’s potential by utilizing different scientific systems and her favorite, the human connection. Training not only rehabilitated her chronic injuries, but it’s elevated her day to day and athletic performance. These experiences have shaped me into the coach that she is today and she hopes to be able to share her passion and knowledge with those she crossed paths with.
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@coachtawns
@movementsociety
@mind.in.movement
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Welcome back to the podcast! On this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Jucel Andrin, someone I met during my collegiate team years. Jucel has danced with ACA, and has since transitioned to being a director of photography, focusing on dance films instead. In this episode, we talk about the difference between a dance concept video and a dance film, and he provides me with new insights on pursuring your passion as your career.
Jucel is a Director of Photography based in the Greater Los Angeles area. Merging his extensive background in dance choreography with his professional filmmaking career, he brings a unique visual approach to his cinematography and movement direction. He believes in pushing artistic boundaries and values the power of sharing the human experience.
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@jucelandrin_
@mind.in.movement
@justine.wang_
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Welcome back to the podcast! On this episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Valerie Virgen, an absolutely amazing woman with a beautiful message and story. Her work has really inspired me, particularly her Doja Cat Woman concept video, and I had so much fun having this conversation with her about women, relationships, and love.
Valerie Virgen is a 25 year old choreographer and dancer based in San Bernardino, California. She began studio training at the age of 3 in various styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, and more. Since 2014, she has been a part of teams such as GRaVy Babies, 909 dance troupe, and GRV. In 2018 she graduated from the University of Redlands with a B.S. in Global Business and a minor in Mathematics. Ever since her graduation, she has been developing a program within the San Bernardino School District that provides dance to ALL students in the elementary level. After years of working on her artistry, she now teaches at studios like Dance Dimensions Performing Arts Center in Grand Terrace, Offstage by GRV in Orange County, and Snowglobe Perspective in Glendale. She has a deep passion for sharing the joy and love that comes with dance, through her choreography and visuals. While balancing a full-time job, family, God, and friends; She hopes to continue connecting with and uplifting others through her movement.
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@valeriemariah_
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Welcome to Season 3 of Mind in Movement! On this first episode of the season, I have a conversation with Keo Sanedrin about the origins behind Two Car Studio, the impact its had on the community, and the impact that it has had on him. I really appreciate Keo and the safe space he created for dancers to freely express and create, and wanted to learn more about the mission as well as the story behind Two Car.
Two Car Studio is a two car garage that was converted into a studio to serve as a safe place for dancers during the pandemic. The creation of this home studio, by Keo Sanedrin , was a way to try and fulfill a need in the community as studio space became scarce. A 15.1ft x 18.3ft area with wooden floors, floor to ceiling mirrors, a Bose S1 pro speaker, smart TV, LED flood lights, WiFi etc. was all purposefully added with the intention to provide everything a dancer would need in a space and then some. Keo himself has been dancing since 2011 and in the community ever since moving from Vegas in 2013. Fast forward to 2022 he is currently in nursing school at Stanbridge University. With balancing school, family and other extracurriculars he is hoping to continue to provide this space for dancers as long as his schedule allows.
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@twocarstudio
@keo_
@justine.wang_
@mind.in.movement
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Victoria Castreje, someone I met through Voyage and have just admired for her positivity and her strength. We have a conversation about creating safe spaces for women, leadership, accountability, and vulnerability. It was a conversation that really healed my soul, and this hour long conversation was just a snippet of the kind of energy that she brings to the table. Thank you Victoria for being the one to close out this season!
Victoria Castreje is a dancer, personal trainer, and wellness enthusiast with 10 years of dance experience and 7 years in the Southern California dance community. She spent her college years at UC Riverside studying Business Administration and dancing with 909 Dance Troupe, serving her last year as Co-Director. She has worked dance competitions including Ultimate Brawl and Arena LA, and has taught high school students pieces for recital performances. Victoria is also a certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise as of September 2019. As an Asian-Hispanic American, Victoria is interested in multicultural marketing and event planning for diverse communities.
Since graduating in 2020, Victoria continues to prioritize her health and fitness through various forms of exercise and dance training. She has studied under Sorah Yang through her program, The Artful Balance of Business and Dance (May 2020), Offset Med’s Virtual Mentorship Program (July 2020), Movement Society’s Dancers Are Athletes Performance Development Program (September 2020) and Camp ABBD (July 2021). Victoria has trained with Voyage Dance Team, led by Sorah Yang and Halima Dodo, under the Vessel Dance Company umbrella, and has trained with the ily-girl community in Los Angeles (August - October 2021).
With her values embedded in women empowerment, self-improvement, and healthy living, Victoria continues to educate herself in various realms in an attempt to empower others and help them reach their full potential.
You can find her website at:
https://www.victoriacastreje.com/
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@victoriacastreje
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On today's episode of the podcast, I take the time to reflect on my dance journey, focusing on my mindset change around choreography and taking class/performing. I share some valuable tips and insights that are really good reminders for me as I continue on this journey, and I hope you find them insightful or helpful for your journey as well.
I really wanted to take a moment and thank all of you for listening. It's been a wild ride, and to know that I have people supporting me and listening to this podcast is truly wild. Thank you so much for spending any amount of time listening to me speak, it really means the world to me as I'm learning that my voice does matter.
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On today's episode of the podcast, I take the time to reflect on my journey last year and also share some valuable lessons that I have gained. This is part of a 2 part episode, where in this episode, I share more about my current life lessons, and in the next episode, I will share about my dance journey and lessons.
I really wanted to take a moment and thank all of you for listening. It's been a wild ride, and to know that I have people supporting me and listening to this podcast is truly wild. Thank you so much for spending any amount of time listening to me speak, it really means the world to me as I'm learning that my voice does matter.
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with Ysa Penarejo, someone I met in the dance community and someone that I recently got close to, so I absolutely wanted her on the podcast because of her light and her energy. We talk about her approach to dancing and acting, her values, and how uncertainty is welcoming and scary at the same time.
Born and raised in San Diego, California, Ysa fell in love with dancing at 4 years old. Growing up, She trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, tumbling and danced competitively through high school. At the age of 8, dance provided her the opportunity in the entertainment industry booking acting jobs for networks like Netflix, Lifetime, and the CW. Recently, she has joined Vessel, directed by Sorah Yang, a new dance company based out of LA with the mission of using dance to best serve the community and the world. She also resides on the professional hip hop team Choreo Cookies.
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@ysapenarejo
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@mind.in.movement
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with one of my directors and someone I really look up to, Halima Dodo. We talk about the courage it takes to follow your own path, having values and embodying them in each role that we take on, and being adaptable and resilient to whatever life throws at us.
Halima is a Movement Artist who wears many hats: Dancer, Teacher, Choreographer, Movement Coach, and creative lead for branded campaigns. Whether on stage, in front of the lens, or behind the scenes directing the vision—Halima is no stranger to commercial appeal. Her sky-high energy has electrified music videos and Live Shows for major recording artists like Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, Justin Beiber, Daddy Yankee, Anitta, and Yemi Alade, web shows for Pop Sugar and Steezy Studio on YouTube and Facebook, and a variety of indie/feature films—including Ryan Murphy’s The Prom, now streaming on Netflix and Beyonce’s Black Is King on Disney plus. Halima is based in Los Angeles but credits her humble beginnings in Miramar, Florida for her signature style. Her mission is to captivate the world wherever her feet land, fusing Miami, Jamaican, and West African roots with Hip Hop and Contemporary Styles.
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@_haaalima_
@passiondanceintensive
@justine.wang_
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with my friend, Hirari Watanabe about the importance of teaching the art and culture behind dance, specifically about Waacking. I took a couple of Waacking classes from her, and I absolutely loved how she taught them, so I wanted to bring her onto the show to talk about her intentionality with teaching. We also generally talk about bridging the gap between the "freestyle" community and the "choreo" community.
Hirari was introduced to dance in 2007 through Youtube videos and the local Boys and Girls Club of San Diego. She then found her love for dance again in 2011 at Culture Shock Dance Center. Since then, Hirari has immersed herself into the dance community joining teams in San Diego and Los Angeles such as Syde FX, Soul Fresh Fam, Super Galactic Beat Manipulators, Immabeast, Culture Shock SD, BYOG, and KreativMndz Dance Academy. As of 2016, she was put onto a freestyle crew called Wild by Nature and has been growing alongside them since. In 2019, she co-founded an All Female Freestyle Battle called “Ladies First” with Sierra Duarte on a mission to give back to the ladies of the Hip Hop and San Diego communities. Although dance started as a hobby for her, she aspires to pursue dance professionally while continuing to grow and give back to her San Diego community.
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@hirari.w
@wildnation_7
@ladiesfirstjam
@mind.in.movement
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with my friend and dance mentor, Austin Edwards. We sit down and talk about his creative journey and process as a dancer, and his journey with teaching as well as directing.
Austin Edwards is a dancer based in San Diego, CA. He co-directs a team called Choreo Cookies and teaches dance regularly. Austin hopes to share all the experiences he gains on his dance journey with as many people possible.
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@austnedwards
@choreocookies
@futureiscolor
@mind.in.movement
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with my friend that kept me sane through quarantine, Khue Vi Tran. We unpack a lot of important topics, primarily focusing on how to embrace our own identities within a reductionist capitalist framework. We breakdown our identities as Asian American dancers, learning the shape of our fear and emotions, and what it means to center the most marginalized communities.
Khue Tran (she/her) is a member of the Political Education committee in Asian Solidarity Collective. As a queer Vietnamese woman from Westminster, California who grew up in an immigrant household deeply impacted by discussions of war and trauma, she aims to hold space for critical conversation about how mainstream media, culture, and language impact the ways in which our bodies move through this world. Drawing on a background in both biology and psychology, her personal mission is to center progress over perfection. "I challenge us as Asian Americans to dismantle and decenter white supremacy in our communities while centering Black, Brown, and Indigenous lives through difficult conversations, questions, and uplifting lived experiences."
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@khueyonce
@asiansolidaritycollective
@mind.in.movement
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On today's episode of the podcast, I have a conversation with my friend and teammate, KJ Estudillo about physical and mental fitness. We go into the topics of Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy, how to warm up properly, his approach to teaching, and how mental health ties into physical health.
At the age of 9, KJ started dancing for the Golden State Warriors’ Jr. Jam Squad where his dance career began. After dancing for the Squad for 5 years, he was signed by Bloc Talent Agency in LA along with his twin sister, Caitlin. From there, he started assisting dance conventions like The Pulse On Tour for choreographers Brian Friedman, Dave Scott, Tyce Diorio, Chris Judd, Nappytabs and Marty Kudelka. KJ was also featured dancing in the fashion show Macy’s Passport for 3 years under the direction of Brian Friedman. During the Macy Passport shows, he danced alongside the Jabbawockeez, the Harajuku Girls and Brian Friedman. He was recently part of the show Beyond Babel under the direction of Keone and Mari Madrid as an ensemble dancer. KJ was part of Choreo Cookies from 2017-2019 in San Diego and was also part of The Company from 2010-2017. He is currently a full-time chiropractic student and aspires to become a chiropractor to give back to dancers and promote injury prevention and rehabilitation.
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@kje23sole
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Today, I have a conversation with Kaitlyn Sung, someone that I connected very deeply with and my teammate and friend on Voyage. Kaitlyn is such an inspiration and such a light to the world, and this conversation very much captures her authentic, genuine self. We talk about healing, mindful movement, and gratitude.
Kaitlyn took her first steps in the dance community when she joined TM Juniors in her hometown, Anaheim, CA, where she then remained on the TM Company for 4 years and took on producer roles with Bridge Dance Competition. In 2018 she moved to San Diego to join the cast of Beyond Babel and has since danced with Cirque Du Soleil and Billie Eilish. She is currently a member of Vessel Dance Company, team manager for Voyage Training Team, and an intern for Legacy Entertainment Group.
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@k8sung
@k8.creations
@vesseldanceco
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Sorah Yang, one of the greatest inspirations as to why I started dance. In this episode, we talk about purpose, intention and impact, leadership, and having a relationship with dance.
Sorah Yang is an Choreographer, Creative Director, Teacher, and Entrepreneur who was born and raised in the Bay Area, and received her Bachelors in Business Administration from USC. Her dance career has included: creating and directing Vessel Dance Company, traveling to 27 countries worldwide and over 30 colleges around the US to teach and perform, providing choreography and movement coaching for kpop artists, and giving a TEDx Talk where she discussed her nonlinear path from college to a career in the arts. Through sharing her work online, she has amassed a digital presence which has led to creative partnerships with brands like Adobe and Hyundai.
Sorah operates her own clothing brand for dancers (ShopSorah), and most recently worked as the Associate Choreographer for the Broadway-bound Britney Spears Musical.
In 2020, she developed a self-curated online course called "The Artful Balance of Business and Dance," providing in-depth mentorship, creative development, and career guidance for students around the world. Aside from professional work, over the past year alone she has raised over $17,000 to support nonprofit orgs that provide resources to women of color and other marginalized communities.
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@sorahyang
@vesseldanceco
@shopsorah
@abbdcourse
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Carlo Darang, someone that I really look up to and has had a huge impact on my life. He is a dancer and choreographer based out of San Diego, CA. He currently dances with Kinjaz, and directs Choreo Cookies and Gwownups. He also helps direct the studio at Studio FX. His work revolves around choreography and education. We talk about the importance of dance education, the essence of grooving, and the difference between acting and being.
For each episode this season, I wanted to raise awareness and donate to an activism org/movement that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to AAPI Women Lead and #ImReady Movement, which aims to strengthen the progressive political and social platforms of Asian and Pacific Islander communities in the US through leadership. You can find more about them at imreadymovement.org
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@carlodarang
@aapiwomenlead
@mind.in.movement
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On this week's episode of the podcast, I host a solo episode where I talk about the concepts of essentialism, how societal categories have been utilized to force specific definitions onto humanity, what it means to have personal power, and what it means to belong instead of fit in. I also apply this framework to the dance community as well as my own personal life experiences. A little bit of background about me: I am an Asian American woman with a B.S. in psychology and I love to dance. I am a curious person with many questions about life, which is why I decided to start a podcast where I can share and exchange ideas with others.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to San Diegans For Justice, which is a grassroots organization working towards accountability and transparency in law enforcement.
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@sdforjustice
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Today, I have a conversation with Malia Gomez, someone I met just last year through ABBD and someone that I love and connect with. Malia has been a part of Culture Shock LA as well as Kaba Modern Kollective. We talk about her dance journey, her creative process, and dive into many different psychology concepts such as conformity and the wording effect.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to a gofundme page that splits up donations to many different organizations fighting against anti-Asian hate. the link is: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-aapi-community-fund . There has been a surge of violence and hate crimes targeted towards the AAPI community, and it is important for us to do whatever we can to help contribute to the cause.
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@maliagomez
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Miko Hornilla, who is someone that I have been friends with since 2017, when we did a performance together. He is someone that I admire a lot and helps me through my dance journey. He was the director of Common Ground. We talk about his dance journey, how dance is healing for him. We also talk about the discomfort within silence and how necessary that is, and we get deep about fate and free will.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to the California Alliance for Arts Education (CREATE CA). They advocate for high-quality arts education for all students by providing policy expertise and by mobilizing a statewide network of advocates and allied partners. You can find more about them at artsed411.org
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@peekomiko
@artsed411
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Intergalactic Commander Alexander Ebalo, who is my friend and housemate and someone that I just have so much love and respect for. He danced with Culture Shock San Diego and SeaWorld. We talk about enforced gender roles within the dance commmunity, shame and accountability, and ending cycles of harm by keeping a flexible idea of ourselves and of others.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to United We Dream, the largest immigrant youth-led community in the country. They create welcoming spaces for young people to support, engage, and empower them to make their voice heard and win. Check them out at unitedwedream.org
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@alex.ebalo
@unitedwedream
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Jillian Amadi Roberts, who is an Antiracist, Afrodiasporic educator. She teaches elementary school students In New York and also gives lectures on dismantling Anti-Blackness. We talk about Antiracism and connecting it to dance, Black and Asian Solidarity, Model Minority Myth, and her approach to teaching.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to the Abolitionist Teaching Network, whose mission is to develop and support those in the strugglefor educational freedom utilizing the intellectual work and direct action of Abolitionists in many forms. You can find more information about them at abolitionistteachingnetwork.org
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@jillyjillzzz
@atn_1863
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Regina Lustre, someone that has been challenging me by helping me break through my physical limitations with my body. We talk about why physical fitness is important, how our bodies are our tools, and her personal story with her fitness, dance, and directorship journey. Regina Lustre is the Artistic Director of Project D, a dance company in New Jersey. She is also a personal trainer as she hosts sessions in person and over Zoom.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to Black Out Collective, Black Out Collective builds organizations' capacity to execute creative and effective direct actions in service of their organizing and advocacy work. You can check them out at blackoutcollective.org
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@chefcoach_reg
@projectd_nj
@thepackt.ec
@thestrengthdistrict
@karl.flrs
@coachtawns
@dan.tsd
@jorge.tsd
@niel.tsd
@maaaazo
@ericcdelgado
@ianurbina
@blackdirectaction
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Kevin Belisario, someone who is my friend, teammate, and director, and someone who has given me a lot of support, especially with this podcast. We talk about building longevity, the importance of setting small goals with big ideas, the detriments of over-relying on your strengths, and more. Kevin Belisario is a director of Gwownups, a member of Cookies, and has his own podcast, Of Like Minds (also available on Spotify, Youtube, and Anchor).
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to The National Alliance on Mental Illness in San Diego (NAMI San Diego). Their mission is to share information and end the stigma associated with mental illness.
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@kevinbelisario
@nami.san.diego
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Dr. Arnel Calvario, someone that brings so much light to the world and someone that I really look up to, and I am so grateful to have been able to connect with him. We talk about identity, putting people first, the history of the current dance team built in the collegiate system, and love-based conversation and how that is different from toxic positivity. He is the founder of Kaba Modern, President of Culture Shock, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, and created the Leadership Tools for the Dance Leader, an online program helping leaders realize their full potential.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to Ladies of Hip Hop. Ladies of Hip Hop is a nonprofit organization that provides artistic opportunities for girls & women in Hip-Hop culture. Ladies of Hip Hop also documents and preserves women's roles and presence within Hip Hop culture.
Be sure to check out these Instagram accounts to show support!
@arnelcalvario
@LadiesOfHipHop
@mind.in.movement
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Today, I have a conversation with Danyel Moulton, someone that I really look up to and empowers so many others by being her most authentic and vulnerable self. We talk about what being authentic means, how to not seek validation, the creative process, and improving the dance community. Danyel Moulton is a dancer, choreographer, teacher in the SoCal community. She founded VMO and LFG as well as DCON4, an online dance program crafted to help dancers cultivate a safer & stronger dance community.
For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to Black Women for Wellness, an organization committed to the health and well-being of Black women and girls through health education, empowerment, and advocacy. You can find them at bwwla.org
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@themiekodm6117
@dcon4
@bw4wla
@mind.in.movement
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Mind in Movement uses the combination of evidence-based science and storytelling to teach mindfulness through life. “Movement” represents dance, which also represents an aspect of life. Episodes will include solo episodes of me discussing psychology concepts and personal ideas. Episodes will also include conversations with people which dance has connected me with, and whose stories have inspired me to embrace my own humanity.
Social:
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