JINX DANCE MEDIA: Recent Episodes
JINX DANCE MEDIA
Tune into Jinx Dance Media podcast to learn the ins-and-outs of creating and hosting a dance event. The founder of Jinx Dance Media and your host for this podcast, Jude Brummett, will explore topics ranging from fundraising, sponsorship, marketing, production, content creation, design, and more, to help give you the tools and resources you need to create a quality event that stands out and build a genuine connection with your audience.
In this episode, Jude sits down with special guest Jessica Leyva, the CEO of Chicago Dance Crash. Tune in as they uncover the components of a successful fundraising strategy for street dance. From grassroots organizations to established nonprofits, this episode provides practical tips for grant writing, best practices for building strong relationships with donors and your community, and common pitfalls such as depending on a single funding source.
You’ll learn how to get started with goal setting, mission alignment, and identifying funding sources. They will also explore the pros and cons of starting a nonprofit, providing insights into tax benefits, grant eligibility, and the responsibilities that come with this organizational structure.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Jess
IG: @jessleyva_
Connect with Chicago Dance Crash
IG: @chicagodancecrash
Website: chicagodancecrash.com
Chicago Dance Grant Resources:
https://artsalliance.org
https://myforefront.org
https://3arts.org/resources/funding/
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/culgrants.html
https://seechicagodance.com
https://www.danceusa.org
In this episode you’ll hear from none other than Dr. Robotmik, a name synonymous with the NPC (non-player character) dance phenomenon. With over 70k+ followers on Instagram and 180k+ followers on TikTok, Dr. Robotmik’s videos have consistently garnered over 1 million views, making him a true standout in the world of online dance content.
Discover the essence of NPC dance and animation dance, and how it’s captured the attention of thousands across social media. Dr. Robotmik takes us through the origins of NPC dance and shares the contemporary innovations he and his collaborators are pioneering within the movement today.
We also delve into the broader implications of NPC and animation dance, exploring how these movements are not only revitalizing the dance scene, but also making it relevant to a younger generation and broader audience. We discuss the impacts of inclusivity versus exclusivity in street dance, and NPC and animation's place within battle culture.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Dr. Robotmik
IG: @dr.robotmik
TikTok: @dr.robotmik
In this episode you’ll hear from none other than Dr. Robotmik, a name synonymous with the NPC (non-player character) dance phenomenon. With over 70k+ followers on Instagram and 180k+ followers on TikTok, Dr. Robotmik’s videos have consistently garnered over 1 million views, making him a true standout in the world of online dance content. Discover the essence of NPC dance and animation dance, and how it’s captured the attention of thousands across social media. Dr. Robotmik takes us through the origins of NPC dance and shares the contemporary innovations he and his collaborators are pioneering within the movement today. We also delve into the broader implications of NPC and animation dance, exploring how these movements are not only revitalizing the dance scene, but also making it relevant to a younger generation and broader audience. We discuss the impacts of inclusivity versus exclusivity in street dance, and NPC and animation's place within battle culture.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Dr. Robotmik
IG: @dr.robotmik
TikTok: @dr.robotmik
In this episode, Jude sits down with Alvin and Smurf, the visionary minds behind the popping and hip-hop event, Hot Zone Sessions. Get ready for a behind the scenes break down of the event's evolution, from the inspiration that led to its inception to the hurdles they've encountered while hosting the event for three consecutive years.
Discover the mission at the heart of Hot Zone Sessions as Alvin and Smurf open up about their dedication to uplifting the younger generation of dancers, as well as reveal how Hot Zone Sessions 3 almost didn't happen this year, shedding light on the real challenges faced in making it a reality.
Tune in as Alvin emphasizes the importance of curating an event that goes beyond battles, fostering a genuine sense of community where participants come together to break bread and build lasting connections. And don't miss Smurf's invaluable insights into his personal journey with grant writing, which has played a pivotal role in financing not only Hot Zone Sessions but also various other community projects in Phoenix.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Alvin
IG: @alvinismay_z
Connect with Smurf
IG: @smurfzation
Connect with Hot Zone Sessions
IG: @hotzone_sessions
Join us in this episode as Jude sits down with the renowned street dance artist from Cincinnati, Eclypse, also known as The Millennium Robot, who shares his invaluable insights on how to transform your passion for street dance into a flourishing career. Discover the key to success by diversifying your skillsets, creating multiple income streams, and exploring avenues for generating revenue through performances, teaching, and judging at various events and institutions.
In a candid discussion, we also address the historical social and economic circumstances that have contributed to undervaluing street dance artists and how this mentality continues to affect the community. Uncover how to confidently advocate for yourself and demand fair compensation for your work, as we provide actionable strategies to overcome anxiety, determine your rates, and dismantle the barriers that may hinder you from achieving financial success as a street dance artist. Prepare for an enlightening conversation that empowers individual street dancers to rise above challenges while collectively elevating the entire street dance community.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Eclypse
IG: @tmrobots
Connect with Heroes Rise Street Dance Academy
IG: @heroes_rise_always
Website: heroesrisecincinnati.com
Join us in this episode as Jude sits down with the renowned street dance artist from Cincinnati, Eclypse, also known as The Millennium Robot, who shares his invaluable insights on how to transform your passion for street dance into a flourishing career. Discover the key to success by diversifying your skillsets, creating multiple income streams, and exploring avenues for generating revenue through performances, teaching, and judging at various events and institutions.
In a candid discussion, we also address the historical social and economic circumstances that have contributed to undervaluing street dance artists and how this mentality continues to affect the community. Uncover how to confidently advocate for yourself and demand fair compensation for your work, as we provide actionable strategies to overcome anxiety, determine your rates, and dismantle the barriers that may hinder you from achieving financial success as a street dance artist. Prepare for an enlightening conversation that empowers individual street dancers to rise above challenges while collectively elevating the entire street dance community.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Eclypse
IG: @tmrobots
Connect with Heroes Rise Street Dance Academy
IG: @heroes_rise_always
Website: heroesrisecincinnati.com
In this episode, Jude sits down with special guest Jessica Leyva, the up-and-coming CEO of Chicago Dance Crash. Delve into their diverse dance backgrounds encompassing ballet, modern, and street dance. Together, they shed light on the significant challenges and disconnects they’ve witnessed and experienced between these different styles. The discussion revolves around the diametrically opposed cultural roots, values, and end goals that often distinguish these styles.
Jess shares her positive takeaways from her transition from the world of modern and ballet to street dance, including the significance of fostering a strong and supportive community. Meanwhile, Jude explores the value of leveraging existing industry structures and resources to create more equitable and accessible career paths in street dance.
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Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Jess
IG: @jessleyva
In this two-part conversation, Jude is joined by special guests Tanya and Nancy, members of the renowned Shadow Puppetz crew, who share their personal experiences and insights on navigating the street dance community as women. Through candid conversations, they shed light on the obstacles they have overcome while operating within a traditionally male-dominated space.
The discussion explores several heavy but important topics, including the prevalence of problematic behavior that has contributed to unsafe environments for women in street dance. Tanya, Nancy, and Jude also delve into the importance of accountability amongst male allies, gender stereotypes associated with different dance styles, the importance of fostering relationships amongst women, women representation, and strategies for dismantling the barriers that hinder progress for women in street dance.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with Tanya
IG: @terehovate
Connect with Nancy
IG: @miqui561
Connect with Shadow Puppetz
IG: @shadowpuppetzcrew
Website: shadowpuppetzcrew.com
In this two-part conversation, Jude is joined by special guests Tanya and Nancy, members of the renowned Shadow Puppetz crew, who share their personal experiences and insights on navigating the street dance community as women. Through candid conversations, they shed light on the obstacles they have overcome while operating within a traditionally male-dominated space.
The discussion explores several heavy but important topics, including the prevalence of problematic behavior that has contributed to unsafe environments for women in street dance. Tanya, Nancy, and Jude also delve into the importance of accountability amongst male allies, gender stereotypes associated with different dance styles, the importance of fostering relationships amongst women, women representation, and strategies for dismantling the barriers that hinder progress for women in street dance.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Tanya
IG: @terehovate
Connect with Nancy
IG: @miqui561
Connect with Shadow Puppetz
IG: @shadowpuppetzcrew
Website: shadowpuppetzcrew.com
In this episode Jude sits down with special guest Castro as he shares his insights on what qualities judges should posses, how to fairly assess dancers, and the criteria he uses to evaluate dancers across different styles. With his vast experience in judging numerous battles, Castro shares his insights how judges can provide constructive feedback to dancers as well as common pitfalls to avoid. Castro also shares his experience in teaching and how that has informed his judging, as well as the importance of education as the first stepping stone to a professional career in dance. Whether you're an event organizer looking to hire a judge, or a dancer aspiring to be a judge, Castro offers valuable advice as to what to look for when hiring a qualified judge.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with Jude
IG: @jinxdancemedia
Website: jinxdancemedia.com
Connect with Castro
IG: @castroreg
Hear from Founder & Artistic Director of JOAT International Street Dance Festival, Hya as he reveals his process for organizing one of the most internationally renowned street dance events, as well as how he built a sustainable nonprofit from grassroots origins.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @hyablak and @joat.festival on Instagram and visit joatfestival.com for more information.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode, Jude uncovers the process of planning for and executing Out of the Shadows popping battle with Shadow Puppetz. You'll learn about the planning timeline, roles, challenges, and learning moments that have all led to the creation of one of the biggest popping events in the U.S.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with Shadow Puppetz @shadowpuppetzcrew on Instagram or at shadowpuppetzcrew.com.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this week's podcast episode, 10K Movement's Sam Mac continues the conversation about maximizing opportunities in street dance as we enter an era where breaking is in the Olympics, as well as the challenges of being both a dancer and organizer.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @sammac10k and @10k.movement on Instagram.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this week's episode, Jude discusses the various roles you will need for your dance event during both the planning process and the day-of-the event. You'll learn how to delegate roles based on your strengths and the strengths of your team, as well as the importance of surrounding yourself with a capable team.
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Episode Notes:
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode Jude discusses the key skills, qualities, and characteristics all event organizers need in order host quality dance events. Learn how to both identify your own strengths and weaknesses if you're an aspiring event organizer as well as the qualities you should be looking for if you're looking to hire an event planner.
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Episode Notes:
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode, you'll hear from the Founder of the street dance platform 10K Movement, Sam Mac as he discusses how they got started, their programming and current status as Non-Profit Intent, and how they are able to secure funding for their events with grants.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @sammac10k and @10k.movement on Instagram.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode you'll hear from your host Jude and special guest Bemmie, prominently known as the event organizer for Bashville, Dreamhacks, and several other dance and e-sports events. You'll learn about the different types of venues, the pros and cons of each, and key things to consider when booking.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @bemmieevents on Instagram.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode, Prototype will be joining the conversation again as he discusses his design process and inspiration for Shadow Puppetz as a brand, as well as each of its events. If you want to learn about brainstorming creative event concepts, graphic design, or trophy making, then this episode is for you!
Episode Notes:
Connect with @poppinprototype on Instagram.
Check out @shadowpuppetzcrew or shadowpuppetzcrew.com to learn more about Out of the Shadows Vol II Chicago popping event.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
Special Mentions:
@timmcmahonn
@amazingwombats
@robertcivettini
@james_brosnan
@joel_tucker24
@leibrockandroll
@dino.crisanti
In this episode, you'll hear from premiere funk DJ Sid Tucky as he discusses his process from putting together sets in the bedroom to implementing technical needs for events and providing a good vibe and atmosphere for a crowd at any dance event. Whether you're an organizer or aspiring DJ, this podcast will help you learn best practices for DJing dance events.
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @sidtucky on Instagram.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode Jude discusses the key pain points you'll have to address in order to have an efficient, painless check-in process for both you and your attendees - especially while on a budget. If you can't afford a high end events management software and want to get resourceful with your check-in process, then this is the episode for you!
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Episode Notes:
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemeida.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode, you'll hear from Prototype, Co-Founder of Shadow Puppetz, as he describes Shadow Puppetz's grassroots journey from a weekly popping session to becoming a crew that is synonymous with Chicago popping. If you want to learn key insights into the challenges, skills, and resources it requires to build a dance community, this episode is for you!
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Episode Notes:
Connect with @poppinprototype on Instagram.
Check out @shadowpuppetzcrew or shadowpuppetzcrew.com to learn more about Out of the Shadows Vol II Chicago popping event.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode Jude discusses the importance of having a clear purpose for your event and how to stay aligned with that purpose throughout your planning process. Learn how to define your purpose, target audience, values and goals to create an impactful and successful event.
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Episode Notes:
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode Jude sits down with Tanya to talk about her process for putting Flow First together, how her event was able to make an impact in a way other events of a similar scale have been unable to. If you want to learn how to make your event stand out in an overly saturated market, then this is the episode for you!
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Episode Notes:
Follow @flowfirstchi or @terehovate on Instagram to learn more about Tanya and her event.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
In this episode, Jude will discuss the importance of having a budget for your event, and how to create one in a step-by-step process. She will also tell you the several different resources from which you can get funding for your event.
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Episode Notes:
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.
Meet the Founder of Jinx Dance Media and your host, Jude Brummett, in this very first episode of the Jinx Dance Media podcast. Today she will unpack her top 6 tips for organizing and hosting a quality dance event.
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Episode Notes:
Follow @shadowpuppetzcrew on Instagram or visit shadowpuppetzcrew.com to learn more about Out of the Shadows popping battle on May 5-7 in Chicago, IL.
Follow @jinxdancemedia on Instagram or visit jinxdancemedia.com to connect with Jude.