What if we reversed the stigma around #ImpostorSyndrome (aka #ImpostorPhenomenon aka #Impostorism )? What if you could use it as a tool, not a diagnosis? Impostorism can be an indicator that you are in the right place and that it’s time to pull up a seat at the table and learn. This week I go into the history of impostor syndrome, why it’s not going anywhere, and what you can do with it!   Show Notes: Watch Reshma Saujani talk about Impostor Syndrome Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

When we met, Kolton Krouse was a mini (that’s convention speak for 7-10 years old). They were bopping and twirling and generally defying gravity of convention ballrooms all across the US. It’s wild how time flies... I had the pleasure of watching Kolton shine in Bob Fosse’s “Dancin’ on Broadway” just weeks ago, and now, I’m thrilled to welcome them to the pod to talk all things Kolton! Show Notes Connect with Kolton on IG  Learn about Dancin’  Listen to ep112 Trumpet Your Talent All of the Time with Gary Imhoff Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

This week on the podcast, the incredible Emily Wanserski (@wanswonders), cultural practitioner, producer, consultant, cultural doula, and so much more, joins me to give a crash course on dance history in Los Angeles. I am so envious and admire the knowledge Emily has accumulated on dance history in her decade of living in L.A. Thank you, Emily, for the work you have cultivated in the L.A. dance ecosystem, and thank you for being a wonderful guest and friend! Please enjoy this conversation with Emily Wanserski.   Show Notes: Connect w/ Emily  Connect w/ Emily on IG  Register for Jumpstart LA  Read Dancing in the Sun, Hollywood Choreographers from 1915-1937 & Film Choreographer and Dance Directors  Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript  Historical Mentions:  LA Tribes/Nations: Gabrieleño Nation,Tongva Nation, Chumash Nation, Kizh Nation  Dancers/Choreographers/Historical Figures Lestor Horton ,Michio Itō,Doris Humphrey ,Ruth St. Denis,Ted Shawn ,

This week on the pod, we have one of Denver’s Top 40 Real Estate Agents, one of Los Angeles’s sharpest bald man shampoo salesmen, and… oh yeah, my one and only brother! Taylor Wilson, everybody! Show Notes: Listen to: Mother’s Day with “Stan” Father’s Day with Gary Wilson Does Dance Save Lives? with Dr. Adrienne Wilson Mann Bring Your Sh*t with Tevia Celli Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

I have spent the last couple of weeks on and off the podcast talking about longevity and this week I’m bringing you my five biggest takeaways to staying in this creative game!  Get your notes ready and get ready to keep on going! Show Notes: Listen to ep. #172 Bill Prudich Wants You To Want More From Your Training Ep. #173 THE Pioneer of Dance and Choreography Representation, Julie McDonald Ep. #174 The Secret to Longevity with Kim Blank & Alif Sankey Ep. #177 Reimagine Yourself with Kim Hale Ep. #32 Talking Mime (Audition August Episode 1) Support & Join the Choreographers Guild Register for our Free Coaching Call 6/8/23 Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

I could not talk about longevity without having a conversation with Kim Hale. You may know Kim from your social media scroll as she has documented her return to dance. With over 250k followers on IG and over 640k on TikTok, Kim has some wisdom for what it takes to stay in the game. Show Notes: Learn more about Kim  Connect with Kim on IG Listen to Ep. #170 Conversations about Cameras in Class with Al Blackstone Listen to Ep. 172 Bill Prudich Wants You To Want More From Your Training Donate to Broadway Cares  Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

Have you ever gotten advice from a mentor/parent/someone you admire that goes against your belief system? Welcome to the club! With an industry that loves giving advice, we aren’t always going to agree with everyone’s opinions. So how do you navigate that? This week we are discussing how to have your own back and what to do when you disagree with advice from someone you admire. Show Notes: Listen to Ep. 30 How to Disagree… with People You Love Listen to Ep. 23 How to Have Uncomfortable Conversations Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

Jon Boogz, everyone! Jon is an Emmy-nominated director, movement artist, and choreographer who uses his talent to address the issues he is truly passionate about. I loved getting to go deep on where that passion for movement came from and how those influences speak to the art he makes today. Please enjoy this conversation with Jon Boogz. Show Notes: Watch the Dream sequence from Blindspotting Watch all of Jon’s Work   Connect with Jon Boogz Learn more about the Choreographers Guild  Listen to Ep. #52 Technique VS Style Read The Funk Era And Beyond Listen to Ep. #112 Trumpet Your Talent All of the Time with Gary Imhoff Work with Gary Imhoff  Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

I have double the fun on this week's podcast with my wonderful guests Kim Blank & Alif Sankey! As dancers, choreographers, teachers, and producers these ladies have done and seen it all. Today we talk about their experience working on the iconic Thriller and Smooth Criminal Music Videos and how they've managed to stay in the game this long. Get ready to hear decades-long wisdom on the industry. Please enjoy this conversation with Kim Blank and Alif Sankey.   Show Notes: Follow Kim Blank on IG Follow Alif Sankey on IG Watch Thriller  Watch Smooth Criminal  Listen to Ep. 158 Writing Your Own Legacy with Vincent Paterson  Feldenkrais Method Connect with Sarah Ito on IG Learn more about the Choreographer’s Guild  Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript

The incredible Julie McDonald joins me on the podcast today! If you don’t know Julie, well: You should be thanking her for creating the first ever dance agency (shoutout MSA Agency) Now you can listen to her story! I’m grateful for getting a full hour of Julie’s time (cue the multiple emails you’ll hear her get in this interview) and am jazzed for the future of dance and choreography in this industry. Please enjoy this conversation with Julie McDonald.   Show Notes: Connect with MSA  All Things End Official Music Video  Work Song Official Music Video  Donate to the Words That Move Me Community WTMM Membership: Join Here   Follow on IG & Tiktok   View Full Episode Transcript