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Today, my guest currently resides in Las Vegas.  But his history is out of California, started out of Sacramento, then the Bay Area, then southern California, and now out of Las Vegas. He is a key member of the world renowned Jabbawockeez.  I’m super proud to call him my little brutha, a part of the Jedi Mindtricks Jabbawockeez family.  He is also known as the Tao of Beat Kune Do. But of course, the world knows him as KB of the Jabbawockeez.

Today, my guest currently resides in the state Texas, but his roots lie here in the San Francisco Bay Area.  He was a key member of the Jedi Mindtricks family.  He is an entrepreneur, he is the Editor and Owner of “Comics & Dakine.”  And I’m talking about none other than my brutha, Omar Brodrick.

Today, my guest does it all.  He is a versatile dancer, DJ, inline skater, philathropist, a teacher, a student, and he always knows his rank. You might have seen him on MTV’s ABDC few years ago, as a member of Supreme Soul. Or seen him on multiple music videos and TV ads. To me, he just a Kool Kat.  I’m talking about none other than my little brutha, RJ KoolRaul.

Today, my guest is a true Bay Area dance legend.  He’s been in the dance game for over 3 decades.  He is not your ordinary dancer/choreographer/teacher.  He is one of the top dance influencers in the world.  With over 80K subscribers on YouTube.  This brutha has made such a positive influence in so many people’s lives.  I’m talking about none other than my brutha Jardy Santiago.

Today, my guest is a true Bay Area dance OG. We are in for a treat because we’ll get to learn about the Bay Area hip hop dance scene through his eyes.  Today, he’s a husband, a father, a military vet from the US Air Force. I’m super excited to bring him on.  I’m talking about my brother Lloyd Landero of the legendary Jedi Mindtricks family.

Today, my guest is one of the most influential dancers /choreographer out in the Santa Cruz area.  Now he runs a very successful dance studio, actually at multiple locations called Pacific Art Complex. He’s multitalented, an entrepreneur, and real self starter. And I super honored to have him on today’s show, and I’m talking my brother David Bortnick.

Today, my guest is originally from Canada, but resides in Atlanta, Georgia currently. He is a doctor, an MD, with a passion for dance.  He has history with Culture Shock in Canada, and a real student to the funk styles. Oh yeah, and he is hella buff, like a body builder.  And yet, he is one of the nicest guy you’ll meet.  He is always smiling. He’s got to be one of the coolest funkiest doctor in the world.  I’m talking about my boy Obi.

Today, my guest is true artist. Not only are we going to learn about his dance history, but we are going to learn about his music career: the good and the bad, the lessons he had learn and the stories that he can share with us.  Out of Sacramento, California, this brother is not only a dancer/choreographer/teacher, he’s a DJ, MC, Music producer, Video Producer, Host of World of Dance. I’m talking about my boy Brandon Knowbody Greathouse.

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It's another Sunday and that means it's time for another weekend wrap up where I review all of the dance activities from the past week.

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Today, my guest is a true Bay Area dance legend. I’m super excited to pick his brain about his dance history, but besides being a dancer/choreographer.  He is a US veteran.  He’s a husband and super cool dad. I have to pleasure of introducing my boy, Jeff Maquindang of the original Bay Area Jedi Clan, OG Mindtricks.

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Today, my guest is one of the sickest, I mean the nastiest b-boys in the world.  Actually, he’s not only a b-boy or a dancer.  He is a creator, a true artist. And he is out here in the San Jose Bay Area, California.  It is my honor to call him brother because he is always so humble and represents himself so well with dignity, pride, and respect. I’m talking about the one and only NastyRay.

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Today, my guest is an ambassador to the Electric Boogaloos Family style of dance. He is CEO of the Groovy Gentlemen Dance Club, and started his own podcast “BoogTalk.” He is a real student of the game, and I’m super proud to have him on today’s show. Originally out of Vancouver, Canada, but currently he resides in Tokyo Japan. I’m talking about my boy Jamieson.

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It's another Sunday and that means it's time for another weekend wrap up where I review all of the dance activities from the past week.

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My guest today is a key figure in the Bay Area hip hop dance community. Not just the Bay Area dance community but an internationally known supporter of this sacred dance culture.  Today, he is the Co-founder of “Creative Grounds Productions Group”; an Adjunct Professor of Dance at Ohlone College, Co-Founder & Executive Director of All The Way Live Foundation. I believe I have to call him a doctor, because he had earned his Ph. D. Not too long ago if I’m not mistaken. Who know that this Bay Area b-boy can make such a huge impact in the dance community all over the world. I’m honor to have my good friend Sergio Suarez, aka Power Serge.

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My guest today is one of the dopest locker in the world.  He has won numerous international locking competitions and performed in countless events. But more importantly, he spread positivity wherever he goes.  He’s a husband, a father, and he is an incredible teacher. And every time I see him, he is always smiling.  I’m talking about Wyn of TBC from Taiwan.

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Today, we get to learn about the dance history of my boy Sergio Funk, out of Arizona.  He is the first winner of the Electric Boogaloos FunkStyles Event in Las Vegas in 1999. Let's find out how he was introduced to the Electric Boogaloos and what motivated him to become obsessed with learning this dance.

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It's another Sunday and that means it's time for another weekend wrap up where I review all of the dance activities from the past week.

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Today, I will discuss my ideas and thoughts as to why so many dancers are frustrated when dance battles, competitions, and auditions. Here are the major topics I will discuss.

1) Who is this video made for?

2) My definition of a dance battle/competition.

3) Criteria for judging.

4) Share my experience as a judge.

5) Advice for future judges.

6) Advice for dancers/competitors.

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Welcome to the show.  My guest is someone who is well respected in the dance community.  He represents the Renegade Rockers, HeadHunter Crew, Soul Sector.  He is a brother, husband, father, dancer/choreographer, instructor, videographer, martial artist.  I’m about my boy Naytron.

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Randy Bernal, WishOne, talks about bay area dance history.  As an original member of the Jabbawockeez, he shared his intimate stories.

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Weekend wrap up is I go over the dance events for this week.  Review what I've learned from my guests this week and give out important dance tips.

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Let's get down to the dance history of Ron Laserna, key member of Jughead Tribe, Jedi Clan, and Mindtricks ( Jabbawockeez family). He discussed what the dance culture was like in the 90s in the Bay Area.

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My next guest is one of the most recognizable people in Bay Area dance history. He is multi-talented because he just does it all.  He can break, pop, lock, house, hustle, whatever style you threw at him, he is Mr. Versatile. And he probably DJ for the same amount of time as he has been dancing. He also works full-time.  At Apple.  Yes, THE APPLE.  And he goes by the name of DJ Soulo, he is a key member of the Bay Area’s Chain Reaction, NuOrigin, DS Players, Groovemekanex.  Guys I’m talking about Mr. Dennis Infante.

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Today, we are chatting with a true dance legend.  I'm talking about none other than the one and only Pop'in Pete of the Electric Boogaloos.  He is worked with many of the top entertainers of our time: Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown, Nick Cannon, etc.

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Today, I will review what we've gone through for this past week.  You will have my thoughts on what was said in our previous interview.  Also, we will cover the events coming up next week. Topics include Breaking in the Olympics. Dance advise for beginners.

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Today, we will meet one of bay area's own street dancer from the late 70's to the 2000's. We will discuss and learn about his dance journey from Chicago to Oakland to San Jose to Las Vegas. Reggie, a key member of Jam Patrol, shared his dance history and his dance memories. He talked about how he met Gary Kendell (RIP) of the Jabbawockeez.  He talked about the history of Jam Patrol, and what the dance scene was like in San Jose. Learn more about Reggie's story in this incredible fun interview.

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Today, we get to dig deep into the dance history of one of the sickest bboys on the planet. I'm talking about none of then Jayrawk of the Style Elements Crew. He talked about bboying in San Jose, Hank Lopez Community Center, his brother Money B (Playboyz Inc.)

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Chaz shares his dance history about dancing in the 70s, and how he traveled from San Francisco to Washington DC.  We also learn about the members of Groovemekanex.  Let about how Chaz got to be where is he today.

In this episode, we get to meet a Culture Shock San Diego legend.  She is the creator of the internationally known dance competition called Body Rock.  She is a dancer/choreographer/director/promoter/dance competition judge/etc.  I'm talking about the incredible Anna Sarao.

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Today, we dive deep into the history of one of my homies, Cliff Cabute aka CBalz. In this episode, he talks about his start with Ruffnex out of Los Altos High and eventually ended up with Mindtricks. He gives valuable advice as a professional dancer/instructor. Don't miss this episode.

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Today, we get to meet the kindest coolest locker on the planet.  His dance resume speaks volumes. He is the founder of the world-famous Kaba Modern which appeared on MTV's America's Best Dance Crew 1 Season.  He's worked with Jabbawockeez and many more world-famous international dance crews.  Currently, he's a mentor to the Kinjas.  He is also the President of Culture Shock International.  Oh, by the way, he is a full-time doctor of occupational therapy.

Arnel Calvario is probably the kindest and coolest person I know.  In this episode, he shares his experiences as a dancer/teacher.  Listen to the entire episode to hear the advice given to him by the late legendary Don "Campbellock" Campbell.

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Today, We get to learn a little bit about the winner of the first Hip Hop International Locking Competition, John Magat (Shyguy). How did you get started with dance?  What propelled him to take up locking?

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Today, we have the one and only JayR DeGuzman, LoopKick star, DS Players member, dance instructor, tricking instructor.

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Today, we talked with Mike Nunez.  Michaelangelo. He is a husband, father, dancer/choreographer, and an online DJ.  We talked about how he met Gary Kendell, (Jabbawockeez, Mindtricks, JugHead Tribe).

Heckle and Jeckle. Bay Area hip hop dance history.

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Today, we interview Brian Perez, aka Lil B, the world-famous locking champion.  In this episode, Lil B talks about his dance history. How he got started with dancing, even discussed his history with DDR (dance dance resolution) the video.  His locking relationship with another world-famous locker Omar Thomas aka FireLock.

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Welcome to Dance With Ceech, a show where I talk about all things dance-related.

In each episode, I will interview a variety of dancers to learn about their personal dance history and the valuable lessons that they have gained.

I will share my thoughts and ideas about street dance hip hop culture such as breaking, locking, popping, house, and more.

I will give you tips and tricks that I’ve learned along my dance journey.

This has been Dance With Ceech. I hope you’ve enjoyed my introduction to the show. I look forward to having you join me in future episodes. If this sounds interesting to you, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review. It is the best way to support this show. I will post multiple episodes throughout the week. Until next time, let’s make it funky. We out.

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