iloveafrolatinmusic's podcast: Recent Episodes
Charles Ogar
The ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC podcast is all about motivating millions of dancers across the globe. We want you to find the inspiration you are looking for, no matter where you are in your dance journey. Whether you are just starting out, have been dancing for a few years, or have worked up to becoming an instructor or choreographer.
Dance is something we are all passionate about, and I believe that the stories of lives that have been touched by dance deserve to be heard. My goal is to have an ever-growing library of motivational and empowering interviews with top dancers, musicians, and more!
We want to help you find the inspiration you’re looking for to start dancing, keep dancing, and inspire others to dance, wherever you may live.
During our interviews, the spotlighted guest tells us about their journey, sharing early failures, sources of creativity and inspiration, their proudest moments, and tips and advice for other afro latin dancers across the globe.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the talented and world renowned, brother & sister salsa duo Junior & Emily! Listen to how they got started dancing, their thoughts being a brother and sister couple, their big olympic dreams, and their future plans!!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the dynamic and charming Fausto Felix of La Fuerza! Listen to how he got started dancing, his thoughts on growing up with Dominican parents in the Bronx, his thoughts on modeling, and his proudest moments in dance thus far!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the world famous, sexiest bachata icon Tanja Kensinger of Island Touch! Listen to how she got started dancing, how she met Jorge Burgos and Rudy “El Tiguere”, she speaks on her drive and also struggles of being a full time dance instructor, find out what’s on her horizon and more!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the motivational and bachata pioneer Jorge Contreras of Que Rico Dance, one thing that is very apparent in this interview is Jorge’s passion for bachata, for teaching, and inspiring others. Listen to his inspiring story of how he started to dance, his setbacks in life, and views on teaching bachata across the world.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the smooth and charismatic Sekou McMiller, creator of his own unique style latin street jazz, hear his thoughts on learning from different instructors and being an instructor, his thoughts on what it takes to successful artist, what his name means, and more!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews Rodney “Rodchata” Aquino, one of the most influential bachata pioneers in the world. Listen to his story of how he started dance, his thoughts on learning from different instructors and being an instructor, his thoughts on what it takes to run successful festival and congresses, and more!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the beautiful and talented Amy Dominguez of Orlando, Florida! Listen to his story of how she started dance, her thoughts on learning from different instructors and being an instructor, her advice on ladies styling, and more!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the sensual and debonair Christian Sola! Listen to his story of how he started dance, his thoughts on learning from different instructors and being an instructor, his experience on team building, and more!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the sweet and bubbly Desiree Godsell! Listen to her story of how she started dance, what characteristics have attributed to her success, her experience with working with Eddie Torres and Santigold! Listen, Like, and SHARE!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the calm and collected Marc Brewer! Listen to his story of how he started dance, what he would be doing if he didn’t dance, his thoughts on the hit Lento with Daniel Santacruz, and the Michigan Latin Dance Festival he presented in Michigan. Listen, Like, and SHARE!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the genuine and musical Carlos Cinta! Listen to his story of how he started dance, his views on being listed as one of the most influential bachata instructors today, what his true passion is, his thoughts about social dancing today.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the gifted y muy bella Claudia Sol! Listen to her story of how she started dance, influential people in her dance career, what she studied and graduated from in college, and her views on dance as a profession.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the sassy and talented Maria Ramos of D’Cor Dance Company! Listen to her story of how she started dance, her thoughts on working with celebrities and music videos, standing out in a competitive city and how she started D’Cor dance.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the sweet and beautiful Jennifer Stein of Majesty in Motion! Listen to her story of how she started dance, her previous passions, how she met her husband David Stein, an awesome interview from such an awesome person!
The ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM Podcast is the first podcast dedicated to dancers of #afrolatinmusic (#salsa #bachata #kizomba) worldwide; created by a dancer, for dancers, just like you! Subscribe and listen for new interviews with more top dancers every Wednesday at @iloveafrolatinmusic.com.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the strong and humble multiple World Champion Uriel Garcia! Listen to his story of how he started dance, his previous passions, advice for other latin dance competitors, sports and his new favorite dance!
The ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM Podcast is the first podcast dedicated to dancers of #afrolatinmusic (#salsa #bachata #kizomba) worldwide; created by a dancer, for dancers, just like you! Subscribe and listen for new interviews with more top dancers every Wednesday at @iloveafrolatinmusic.com.
http://www.ilovelatinmusic.com/uriel
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the beautiful Jessica Trujillo! Listen to her story of how she got started in dance, her most favorite place she has travelled, TV spotlights, modeling, brazilian funk, and her fitness habits.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the talented DJ Guelas! Listen to his story of how he got started in dance and DJing, his advice to growing Kizomba scene in America, and journey with Kizomba over last few years!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the energetic and lovely, Jenny Mee of G2 Dance Company! Listen to her story of how she got started in dance, her advice to guys and girls in the dance scene, her very unique hobby, and her tips for musicality. This is definitely a MUST LISTEN podcast for ALL afro latin dancers, promoters, and choreographers.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the lovely and talented Alien Ramirez 18 time World Latin Dance Champion! Listen to her story of what her initial dreams in dance were, her inspirations to dedicate and sacrifice so much for dance, and about her ups and downs through life. This is definitely a MUST LISTEN podcast for ALL afro latin dancers, promoters, and choreographers. Alien really shares so much of her expertise and knowledge.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews the beautiful and talented Vera Rowe 2014 World Salsa Summit Cabaret Champion and World Bachata Masters Champion! Listen to her story of how she got started in dance, what she did before she danced, her transition to becoming a full time dancer, her weaknesses, and her thoughts and beliefs on winning championships. Check it out today and inspire your inner dancer!
The ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC Podcast is the first podcast dedicated to dancers of #afrolatinmusic (#salsa #bachata #kizomba) worldwide; created by a dancer, for dancers, just like you! Subscribe and listen for new interviews with more top dancers every Wednesday at @iloveafrolatinmusic.com.
http://www.ilovelatinmusic.com/vera
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews Leah Patterson! Listen to her story of how she got started in dance, her views on the counts vs. the music, her recent accomplishments with Etniq Cosmetics, and how dance has gotten both of us through depression. Check it out today and inspire you inner dancer!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews David Stein of Majest in Motion based out of San Diego, CA.
Charles Ogar, founder of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM, tells his story of how dance changed his life for the better and why he found it necessary to create a dance podcast!
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews Darlin Garcia of Art In Motion. Darlin Garcia is the founder and artistic director of Art In Motion Latin Dancers. Born in the Dominican Republic, this energetic dancer, performer, and instructor has gained recognition as one of the top male salsa dancers in the Philadelphia area. With over nine years of experience, Darlin Garcia has danced and performed locally, nationally and internationally in countries like China, France, Panama, Ireland, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Japan, and the United Kingdom.
Darlin placed 2nd in the world in the On1 division at the 2011 World Latin Dance Cup in Las Vegas and 2nd in the On1 Divison at the 2010 World Latin Dance Cup. His most significant accomplishments include winning 1st place, two years in a row, at the Philadelphia SalsaFest (2010-2011), 1st place in the San Francisco World Salsa Qualifiers, and 3rd place in the 2006 ESPN World Salsa Championship. He is also featured in the How Philly Moves project where his image is displayed, alongside other talented artists, in a mural located by the Philadelphia Airport. Over the course of his career, he has developed creative techniques as illustrated in his sizzling and up-tempo choreographies.
Charles Ogar of ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM interviews Caryl Cuizon of IFreestyle.ca. iFreeStyle.ca is Toronto's first Latin dance company fully dedicated to teaching, performing and promoting Salsa On2. Since then iFreeStyle has become an leader in Dominican Bachata and Cha Cha Cha. The company was co-founded by Caryl Cuizon and Angus Dirnbeck in 2005 and has grown to include a diverse dance school, Professional Performance Team, an Amateur Performance team and a Bachata competition Team (5x Champions).
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ILOVEAFROLATINMUSIC.COM is all about inspiring millions of dancers across the globe. We want you to find the inspiration you are looking for, no matter where you are in your dance journey. Whether you are just starting out, have been dancing for a few years, or have worked up to becoming an instructor or choreographer.
Dance is something we are all passionate about, and I believe that the stories of lives that have been touched by dance deserve to be heard. My goal is to have an ever-growing library of motivational and empowering interviews with top dancers, musicians, and more!
We want to help you find the inspiration you’re looking for to start dancing, keep dancing, and inspire others to dance, wherever you may live.
During our interviews, the spotlighted guest tells us about their journey, sharing early failures, sources of creativity and inspiration, their proudest moments, and tips and advice for other afro latin dancers across the globe.