The Dance Generation Podcast: Recent Episodes
Chloe Johal
Hey guys, I’m your host Chloe Johal, a 13 year old girl with many dreams and ambitions! The dance generation podcast is made to motivate, inspire and push dancers to be the best version of themselves! Make sure to subscribe to listen to a new episode every single Friday!
In today’s episode, I interviewed Sydney Nantel who is a teacher and dancer at @h4ldancecomplex She is so funny and makes me so happy. She is a very hardworking person and I thought it would be really fun to interview her for today’s episode. Make sure to go follow her on Instagram @sydneynantel I hope you guys enjoy ;)
In today’s episode, I interviewed Pascal Jodoin. He is my popping teacher and a super hardworking person. I think everyone can learn something from him. In this episode, he talked about his biggest inspirations in the dance world. Make sure to go follow him on Instagram @jodoinpascal
In today’s episode, I interviewed Giulia Tripoli. She has been dancing, choreographing and creating on local, national and international stages since 2008. Building a career based on respect for the discipline and passion for the art, dance has been her vehicle for change both in herself and in those she is fortunate enough to teach. Through her personal work with artists like Lukay and Paul Lizzi and behind the scenes as the founder of both Tripoli Studios Inc. and its Agency of 60 professional dancers, she has developed a reputation in the industry for precision, professionalism and polish. Her studio has become a Montreal staple for any dancer looking to train in an open and accepting environment and those who participated in the 6th annual Tripoli Studios original production are proof that her methods produce the finest performers. Most recently, Giulia has graciously accepted positions as a judge for the JFK Foundation’s Dancing with the Stars Gala and the Move With The Beat competition, as a regular visiting teacher at Millenium Dance Complex Toronto, The Industry and R2D Homegrown Intensives and as a repeated invited guest at Articien – Montreal Choreographers Showcase. She is the General and Montreal Licensee for Army of Sass, a renowned high heels training program. While always appreciative for the opportunities to create for events like WeDay and Mini Pop Kids, Giulia continues to nurture her love of performance by participating in the Montreal Pride Parade for MAC Cosmetics and dancing for Fafa Khan at Ile Soniq. Her unique style has become a trademark for the growth and innovation that can exist in the dance industry.
In today’s episode, I interviewed Amber Layne who is a teacher, coach and dancer at @h4ldancecomplex She is such an inspiration to me and I thought it would be really fun to interview her for today’s episode. Make sure to go follow her on Instagram @amberooniee I hope you guys enjoy ;)
In today’s episode I interviewed PAX. She is a multidisciplinary artist and artistic director. Starting her artistic career as a dancer specialized in Hip Hop freestyle, she has performed and taught on many international platforms. She has a passion for bridging artistic mediums and creating immersive experiences, her many fields of interest include dance,fashion and film. She founded the media company YOOTOPIK that focuses on arts and culture and aims to connect and empower people. She has been an active member of her community and continuously dedicates herself to creating positive outlets for youth to express themselves.
In today’s episode I interview Sarah Khatri, health coach and naturopath who also happens to be my mom. She talks about how to be and feel healthy as a dancer. Go follow her on Instagram (@khatrinutrition): https://www.instagram.com/khatrinutrition/?hl=en Also go check out her website: https://khatrinutrition.com/ Here are some of the recipes we talked about in this episode: - Smoothies - Energy balls (one of my favorite recipes): - https://khatrinutrition.com/2017/11/18/peanut-butter-chocolate-energy-balls/ - Plain Yogurt (with fruits and/or maple syrup/honey) - Avocado toast Make sure to rate, comment subscribe! Hope you guys enjoy!
Kim Gingras is a professional dancer, public speaker, educator, judge on the French adaptation of the TV show “America’s Best Dance Crew”, and co-founder of the female empowerment program, YOU GOT THIS, GIRL! Having worked with the biggest musical icons such as Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Ariana Grande, Meghan Trainor, Madonna, Gwen Stefani, Nick Jonas, and gracing the world’s most prestigious stages on programs like The Voice, Ellen DeGeneres, American Idol, Dancing With The Stars, X-Factor and Good Morning America to name a few, Kim has accumulated a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience in her decade long career. Not only does she exude the talent and the star quality you look for in a performer but she is also known as one of the upmost professional, hardworking, dedicated, passionate and positive female dancers in the business. Kim has gained the LOVE and RESPECT from not only her peers, but from tens of thousands of fans from around the world. She is an INSPIRATION and MENTOR to so many, especially young women. Kim constantly promotes SELF-LOVE and POSITIVITY. She loves to encourage everyone to dream big, work hard and love fearlessly. She knows that it took more than just her talent to get to where she is today and she has made it her MISSION to share those valuable lessons and tools with the world. Kim Gingras is truly passionate about bringing full awareness to the power of living a LOVEFUL, GRATEFUL and JOYFUL life all while going after your wildest dreams.
All dancers dance for a reason. No matter what it may be... So I thought, in today’s episode, I would ask dancers why they love to dance.
Today I’m excited to present to you the interview that I had the privilege to conduct with none other than the choreographer from the dance group “The Kings” who famously won the World of Dance competition on NBC last May. Judges, Jennifer Lopez, Ne-Yo, and Derek Hough were blown away by their final performance and the group obtained a perfect score which was only the second time this happened on the show. The Kings have worked extremely hard to get where they are, having started to dance as a group back in the days when dance was not as popular and when people in general, especially their parents, didn’t see a future in the discipline of dance. The group of 14 dancers became popular once India started having reality competition TV shows. They won practically every competition in India and they won India’s Got Talent 3rd season which propelled them to the forefront. Suresh Mukund, the choreographer, creator and founder of the group has been generous enough to be on this podcast and tell us about their extraordinary journey. Be sure to watch their many performances on Youtube and check out the movie that was made in India about them called ABCD2.
Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli has lived by this motto his whole life. Born with Arthrogryposis, a neuromuscular disorder affecting the bones and joints of the body, he has undergone a total of 16 surgeries since he was 7 months old to support his legs, hips, spine, and shoulders. Despite facing physical challenges, Luca learned at early age about the power of adapting positively to any situation. At 15 years old, Luca was introduced to breakdancing (Bboying/Bgirling). Immediately, he was attracted to the music, the culture and, of course, to the challenging movements. He slowly began creating a unique style that took advantage of his upper body strength. By using his crutches as extensions of his arms, Bboy Lazylegz was born! Over the past 13 years, Lazylegz has developed his career as a professional dancer by competing and performing in a wide variety of international dance events such as Breakin’ Convention, Freestyle Session, IBE, R16, Circle Prinz, World of Dance and Hip Hop International. With growing notoriety, he has had opportunities to appear on both Canadian and American media, including appearances on the Ellen Degeneres Show, So You Think You Can Dance Canada, The Today Show, America’s Got Talent, Tout le Monde en Parle, Star Académie, TF-1 and Paul O’Grady. Lazylegz was given the honour of both headlining and being Segment Director for the 2010 Paralympic Opening Ceremonies. Laylegz has toured the world, performing and inspiring in over 22 countries. He remains an active presence on the international stage as the current National Youth Dance Ambassador for the Canadian Dance Assembly. He created ILL-Abilities, an international Bboy crew comprised of some of the world’s best differently-abled dancers. Together, they have choreographed several theatrical dance productions acknowledged by the Society of London Theatre. As a result, ILL-Abilities received a nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Dance for the 2013 Olivier Awards. Lazylegz also co-founded RAD Movement, formally known as Projet RAD, an inclusive urban dance program for youth with disabilities. In 2015, David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, recognized Luca along with partners Melissa Emblin and Marie-Elaine Patenaude with a Meritorious Service Medal for their dedication and commitment in creating a more inclusive society for people with disabilities. https://www.lucapatuelli.com/bio
Hey guys, I’m your host Chloe Johal, a 13 year old girl with many dreams and ambitions! Welcome to my podcast! The dance generation podcast is made to motivate, inspire and push dancers to be the best version of themselves! Make sure to subscribe to listen to a new episode every single Friday!