08/08/2024
HAPPY WEDNESDAY π
IT'S TIME FOR ANOTHER EPISODE OF ZOUKNERDS π
TODAY WE ARE GETTING TO A RATHER HOT TOPIC π₯
S05 Ep02 - Dancing from Competitions VS Dancing from Socials
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Ip9vKB1Ze0cIXZPw8uv2N?si=aEbkLxHGRNCabMoPS-SXGw
PS: To watch to the video interview π₯ please use Spotify. All other platforms only offer the audio version π§
In this episode of ZoukNerds, host Alisson Sandi, along with co-hosts Gui Prada and Adayl Iost, delve into the nuances of social dancing versus Jack and Jill competitions in the Brazilian Zouk community.
They explore the differences observed in social dance floors and Jack and Jill events, discussing whether practice for competitions during social dances is beneficial or detrimental.
The conversation touches upon the pressures of Jack and Jill competitions, the importance of mindset in these events, and the subjective nature of judging criteria. They also reflect on their personal experiences and the impact of peer review and assessment in understanding one's dance growth.
Ultimately, the discussion highlights how dancers can use these insights to improve their social dance experiences and competition performances.
07/04/2024
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05/29/2024
HAPPY WEDNESDAY π
IT'S TIME FOR ANOTHER INTERVIEW WITH NEW GUESTS, PLEASE WELCOME LEANDRO AND NAYARA π
S04 Ep05 - From Local to Global: The Journey of Leandro & Nayara (Part 1)
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/zouknerds
PS: To watch to the video interview π₯ please use Spotify. All other platforms only offer the audio version π§
In this episode of ZoukNerds, host Alisson Sandi, along with co-hosts Gui Prada and Adayl Iost, delve into the significance of location on success in the Zouk dance world.
Featuring special guests Leandro and Nayara, the podcast explores their journey in Brazilian Zouk, their teaching methodologies, and how staying in SΓ£o Paulo influenced their careers.
Leandro and Nayara share personal stories about their early dance experiences, the competitive atmosphere of SΓ£o Paulo, and their strategies for nurturing a positive community through competitions.
The episode also discusses the future of their dance school, Vox, and how their philosophy of dance as a form of expressive voice continues to resonate globally.
04/30/2024
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Get ready to dive into the upcoming season of ZoukNerds π§ Podcast π§
Starting this Wednesday, make sure to tune in weekly for a fresh episode π€ packed with themed seasons, special guests, and abundant opportunities for learning π§
WHERE CAN YOU CATCH IT?
You'll have the option to either watch our engaging video-cast π₯ or listen π§ to it on all major platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, and many others.
WHAT'S THE THEME FOR THIS EXCITING NEW SEASON?
Season 4: 'From Local to Global'
Curious about taking your craft to 'the next level' π or wondering how artists make their mark globally? In this latest season, we're delving into conversations with exceptional professionals π₯ from around the world, as they share their personal journeys from being local artists to achieving global recognition πΊοΈ Expect insights into the challenges, triumphs, dos, and don'ts of this transformative process π
And for our inaugural episode π₯ we're thrilled to welcome Pedro Nantes and Cibele GuimarΓ£es from SΓ£o JosΓ© dos Campos, SΓ£o Paulo (Brazil) π§π· This dynamic duo embodies sweetness, diligence, talent, and charisma as they spearhead the growth of Lambada and Brazilian Zouk worldwide π
Join Gui Prada, Adayl Iost and I on this exhilarating journey by following us on Spotify or your preferred podcast streaming platform. Let's keep the ZoukNerds spirit alive and thriving β€οΈβπ₯