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227. THAT’S A WRAP ON 2024! A.I, New Years Resolutions, and Where We Go Next 01 Jan 202500:57:23

From friendly New Year reflections to game-changing networking strategies – we’re kicking off 2025 with warmth and wisdom:

  • Should you be buying followers? We discuss it!
  • Learn why generic “pick your brain” requests fail and what questions actually open doors
  • Explore the rise of AI in creative fields, including its surprising impact on choreography and dance
  • Get real about building genuine connections through sincere appreciation and follow-through

Plus, we’re mixing serious career advice with playful moments! ENJOY!

 

Ready to ring in 2024? 

 

Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Show Notes:

For show notes and more PODCAST:

https://link.chtbl.com/dEaK10ZE

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD0FUzWuOMbzFjA83cj8-QlwSxFxMQEKN

 

For more DANA:

https://www.thedanawilson.com/

 

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY:

https://www.wordsthatmoveme.com/community/

 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER: 

https://www.danceresourcecenter.org/fundraiser/the-dana-wilson-llc/

 

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES:

https://www.wordsthatmoveme.com/wtmm-shop/

 

Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok:

https://instagram.com/wordsthatmovemepodcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsthatmoveme?_t=8g0z5pktPwo&_r=1

226. 2024’s Unfiltered Stories of Struggle in the Entertainment Industry 18 Dec 202401:26:47

Diving deep into the unfiltered stories of success and struggle in entertainment:

  • Uncover the raw, behind-the-scenes realities of creative careers
  • Learn how professional journeys are anything but linear
  • Discover the power of resilience, advocacy, and honest self-reflection
  • Understand why failures are just as important as successes

Plus, we’re exploring the untold stories of every guest from 2024, breaking down the glamorous myths, and revealing the true human experience behind creative achievements! From choreographers fighting for talent to navigating the unpredictable waves of career success – it’s a must-listen that pulls back the curtain on what really happens in the entertainment world!

Ready to hear the unvarnished truth? 

Watch the full episode here.

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE 

Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok

216. How To “Get Out Of Your Head” and If You Should 04 Sep 202400:12:53

Today we’re talking about getting out of your head… And if you even should! How do you know if you are “too” in your head? How do you get out? Why aren’t we talking about this more?! Getting caught in thought spirals that lead to unwanted feelings is normal… And also optional. If you want tools to become more present, empowered, and embodied, this one’s for you!

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

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127. Who Runs The World? James Alsop! 01 Jun 202200:44:24

James Alsop is a choreographer and teacher who knows the value of owning your truth, your identity, your wholeness. She has created some seriously earth shaking work and doesn’t show any signs of stopping. In this episode, we talk about her affirming transition, her thoughts on working in New York vs LA and commercial work vs. Broadway ANNNND the lessons she learned from Beyoncé that have trickled into her work and the way she leads a room.

 

Here is what you’ll learn:

  • Why James is never afraid to change a step
  • How to keep a “humans first” attitude toward your work environments 
  • What James learned from Broadway that music videos, tours and TV didn’t teach her
  • The one thing James is most looking forward most from the work of the Choreographers Guild

Show Notes:

Connect with James Alsop on Instagram 

Run The World Billboard Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EwZ_AzDDM4

Run The World MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBmMU_iwe6U

Buy tickets to The Devil Wears Prada The Musical 

Half Baked Harvest Cookbook

Island Life  by Janet Jackson

Learn more about the Choreographer’s Guild 

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE 

Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok

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125. Making Master Plans with Mandy Moore 18 May 202200:55:23

Mandy Moore brings movement to mega musical movies, TV shows, commercials and beyond… But let’s be clear, she does WAY MORE than make up steps. This episode digs into Mandy’s path to mastery, her process, her team and style of leadership, and yes, even her struggles. We talk about what it means to be a woman head of department in show business and, yes, we have a great time and laugh a lot while doing it.

 

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Why Mandy always has a plan… AND a backup plan… Or two
  • What great dancers and great choreographers have in common
  • The key people and lessons that made Mandy the leader she is today
  • What choreographers do (hint: more than make up steps)
  • What Mandy thinks about her team and being a woman in a leadership position on set
  • The value of jumping into the deep end when it comes to creation and production

Show Notes:

Career Coaching Program for Graduates

Find Mandy on Instagram 

Mandy Explains the La La Land freeway scene (which I am in!!!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GocPFyyPGLQ&t=3s

Read Outliers: The Story of Success by Maxwell Gladwell

Learn more about the Choreographer’s Guild

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE 

Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok

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124. Mastering Your Body with Katie Schaar 11 May 202201:04:45

This week’s guest, Katie Schaar has done the tours, the TV shows, the big award shows, THE SUPER BOWL (#nbd) and she has worked with some of today’s biggest stars (Tom Cruise and Cher, to name a few…). She’s truly done it all, and the thing she is most passionate about is MAKING MOVEMENT MAKE SENSE and keep it SAFE for all people.  

 

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

  • What Katie encourages all dancers to DO and STOP DOING
  • One thing you can do RIGHT NOW to start preparing for a long active career
  • Exactly why cross training is so important

Show Notes:

Find Katie Schaar on Instagram

Visit Moti Physiotherapy

Visit Sugar Foot Therapy 

Work with Katie at CLI

Learn about and join The Bridge Dance Project this Summer 2022

Watch Katy Perry Halftime Show

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE 

Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok

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122. Parents Pressing Buttons 27 Apr 202200:24:11

Y’all, I’m not gunna lie… For a 20 minute episode, this one hits HARD. If you’re a person who struggles with family dynamics, this one’s for you!

 

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Why your parent / caregiver has such a special way of getting under your skin
  • Why so many of us revert to acting like children when we visit with parents
  • How to better care for yourself AND them when your buttons get pushed
  • The unwritten rules you keep for your parent / caregiver 

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

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View Full Episode Transcript

 

 

120. Movement is Life with (Superman) Shaun Evaristo 13 Apr 202201:03:55

How do you develop your personal style in dance? Today my guest Shaun Evaristo, choreographer for Miquel, Pharrell, and many many more, talks to me about where he got his signature style from. Who does it come from? How do you describe it? 

Shaun talks through his process of finding himself as a dancer/choreographer and as a human. Get ready to dive deep on the topics of freestyle, process, and going through a difficult grieving season. Enjoy this wonderful conversation with Shaun Evaristo. 

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

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Ep. #119 Self Image and Personal Style 06 Apr 202200:32:20

 

Welcome to Aesthetic April listeners where we will be taking a deep dive into personal style. Are you happy with your personal style? Have you ever thought about changing your style? What influences your style? Well before we get there let’s define what you think personal style is. 

I will talk to you through my style guide. You’ll learn a bit about what I think about what clothes you can wear when you dance and where my personal style comes from. Also coming off the heels of money march… we get to talking about how creating a new style for you DOES NOT mean breaking the bank. Tune in to this week’s episode to find out more!

 

Show Notes:

 

215. Nina Flagg: Elevate Your Dance IQ 21 Aug 202401:14:13

Dana Wilson hosts Nina Flagg on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week, and if you are interested in elevating your dance IQ, this episode is for you!

Nina brings decades of experience and study to one jam-packed episode. She shines her light on hip-hop culture, engaging with higher education, and the legends that shaped her life and work (including Toni Basil, Bette Midler, Debbie Allen, Rennie Harris, and Tina Turner). Nina is a consummate professional with an insatiable appetite for dance, its history, and its many forms. She has a 360-degree view of the dance landscape and we are so thankful that she is paving the way for the next generations. 

Watch this episode on YouTube.

Show Notes:

Connect with Nina on IG

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

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113. Living Free and Finding Balance with Brian Nicholson 23 Feb 202201:06:00

Joining me on the pod today is the kid orange himself, Brian Nicholson! Brian is one half of the creative duo, with his twin brother Scott, for all your favorite pop stars. We get to talking about the importance of his family bond and how Brian managed to find a healthy work life balance amongst all of his iconic moments on stage. If you’re looking for a new way to show up to auditions, classes, and your life, then this episode is the one for you!

What you’ll learn:

  • Putting together looks you love and the reason we love Drag Queens
  • What Brian looks for when hiring dancers for Tours
  • How to operate as an individual… In groups!
  • Brian and Scott’s broad strokes when creating for tour

Quicklinks:

Fear & Clothing: https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Clothing-Unbuckling-American-Style/dp/0393081893

Miley Cyrus VMA’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0rew6N_cS0

Take Class w/ Brian & Scott Nicholson Tuesday’s @ 7PM at Millinium Dance Complex in Los Angeles CA: https://millenniumdancecomplex.com/schedule/

Orange Twin Rescue: https://orangetwinsrescue.com/

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

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112. Trumpet Your Talent All of the Time with Gary Imhoff 16 Feb 202201:09:54

Buckle up everyone! This week’s guest is one of the most mentioned people on the podcast and one of the most influential people in my creative life! Gary Imhoff was my acting teacher for many years, but he is much much more than an acting teacher, and in this episode we dig into much much more than performing! We talk about willingness and winning, technique and teaching, and yes, we also talk about what makes people attractive. This episode is all about finding whatever works for you and working in a way that frees you into your own natural and unique artistry.  

Here’s what you’ll learn.

  • Where our tradition of celebrating WINS at the top of every episode comes from
  • Gary’s tried tested and true model for feedback
  • What makes dancers and actors the same… And different!
  • The difference between good and bad pride
  • Why Gary doesn’t allow auditing
  • Why so many women reject playing portraying and embracing their own sexuality 
  • And lots more, I mean really… it’s non-stop.

Quicklinks:

Workshops: https://garyimhoff.net/index.html/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyimhoffartistsworkshops/

Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGxSIYLVQdx68qHESQXbLlQ 

Kathryn Hunter in The Tragedy of Macbeth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VAXElyAJyg

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

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Bonus Episode: Happy Hour Q&A with WTMMCOMM 14 Feb 202200:51:33

This marks a FIRST, but certainly not the last Words That Move Me Community HAPPY HOUR!  Wine isn’t the only thing sparkling in this episode my friend.  I come ALIVE talking about my most embarrassing moment on stage, then we have a special guest appearance by Marty Kudelka and we learn that the members of WTMMCOMM have at least one thing in common: Bernie Sanders in Mittens… ON SHIRTS! Join us for a sip, some stories, and a giggle, AND if you haven’t already, become a member just in time for #MoneyMarch !!! It’s gonna be great!  

Show Notes:

Donate to the Words That Move Me Community

WTMM Membership: Join Here  

Follow us on IG & Tiktok 

View Full Episode Transcript

 

111. This Episode Hits SO HARD because… Popin Pete 09 Feb 202201:04:51

Today I am talking to the Legendary Popin’ Pete, and you can hear my ear to ear smile in my voice! In addition to being dance history royalty, Pete is one of my favorite dancers, teachers, and straight talkers.  He is the first person I turn to when I am looking for a pointed perspective… That’s probably dramatically different from my own. So, if you want to have your mind blown, or if you’ve ever used the word POP in a sentence, or if you’re interested in having a 40+ year career doing something that you love, then this episode is for you!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • How Popin’ Pete learned Popping and Boogaloo from his brother Sam
  • The difference between Hitting and Popping
  • What street dance on the west coast was like 40 years ago
  • The difference between dancers and athletes

Quicklinks:

 

Halftime Show Article: https://deadline.com/2022/01/super-bowl-halftime-show-sag-aftra-deal-dancers-payment-1234919864/amp/

Battle with Iron Mike:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8arlQUVRes4&t=301s

Toni Basil’s Swan Lake:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbBzyTJPt30

 

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110. Taking Care IN Business with the Wing It Girl, Cat Rendic 02 Feb 202200:52:53

Cat Rendic comes from a long line of Entertainment business lineage. In this episode, we talk about the thrills of performing, choreographing, and teaching and their subtle differences between the three. We talk about trial and error in the beginning stages of starting your business, and we dig into how to take criticism. We talk about heels (the shoe) and knees (the body part) and how we find ourselves feeling good and dancing SEXY.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why validation doesn’t equal VALUE

How to put a price tag on your programs, your services and yourself!

Why it’s important to NOT do away with self-doubt

Our definition of SEXY!

The code word for Baby Oil for dancers on tour

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

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214. Dana Wilson: Ask Me Anything! 14 Aug 202400:35:03

This week on the Words That Move Me Podcast, Dana Wilson answers all your questions! Get tips on how to ask for help, the three dance moves that define Dana’s career, learn about her choreographic process, and what’s going through her head while she performs! Have more questions? DM us for the next episode on IG!

Watch this full episode on YouTube.

Show Notes:

Watch The Less I Know the Better by Tame Impala

Watch Hey Mickey by Toni Basil 

Listen to Asking Good Questions

Listen to Joe’s episode

Watch Jason’s Pancakes & Butter Music Video

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER

To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES

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108. How to Think Like a Boss with Maud Arnold 19 Jan 202201:13:32

Let’s say this episode is a grocery store…  It has one of a kind quirky goodies with a focus on affordability like Trader Joes, it’s ALL organic like Whole Foods, it’s direct from the source like a Farmers Market, and it is HIGH FREAKN QUALITY like Erewhon (which ironically gets a shout out today).  The only difference is that this episode is FREE… but it really is a one stop shop. This episode has everything that might be on your list for self improvement and career navigation INCLUDING 

-my future self technique

– The difference between finding the silver lining and toxic positivity

– Thoughts on gratitude and being a team player while climbing the crew list ladder

– Navigating your offers to work for free 

– Using a Money Diary to save and spending intentionally 

Enjoy filling up your heart cart with Maud!

Quicklinks:

Episode 3 with Chloe Arnold: Dance Lessons are Life Lessons with Chloe Arnold

Chloe and Maud Foundation: https://www.chloeandmaud.com/foundation

Maud Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maudiepooh/?hl=en

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107. The Grammar and Punctuation of BODY LANGUAGE with Liana Blackburn 12 Jan 202201:12:23

This episode is a heart-full ride through some of our favorite themes:  purpose, navigation, growth, and creation. Our guest, Liana Blackburn Snarburg dives head first into making and maintaining BIG life changes from diet to lifestyle and career path.  She doesn’t pretend it is easy, but she does have a recipe that works, and she shares it with so much flavor! If you are looking to make big moves (and savoring your LIFE) in 2022, this episode is for you.

Quicklinks:

January 13th Coaching Call:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflkbMMP1HaqPAGbRQAHkB_ih3cOH_ED6SHgm5PUcXtUNxOiQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Adele Cabot, Vocal Coach:
https://adelecabot.com/la-voice-joy/welcome/

Daily Dancer Diet 

https://www.dailydancerdiet.com/

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106. Ants: A Very Important Metaphor 06 Jan 202200:22:18

If you like insects, you’ll LOVE this episode.  Also if you like a good perspective shift to start the year off strong you will love this episode   Real short and sweet, and REAL helpful: today I am talking about all of the ways we are smart, strong, and destructive. Just like ants! But also NOT like ants at all.

Quicklinks:

FREE Coaching Call January 13th 2021:

Register Here: https://www.thedanawilson.com/workwithme

Doing Daily Episode Playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DtFUuBcAx0&list=PLD0FUzWuOMbwTOapIaGrNPxQkkuVVLTzO

Ep #72. Does Dance Save Lives? w/ Dr. Adrienne Wilson Mann 

https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-72-does-dance-save-lives-with-dr-adrienne-wilson-mann

Vox Article: https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/5/29/17386112/all-life-on-earth-chart-weight-plants-animals-pnas

For more DANA

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105. Question of the Year: What Makes Someone an Artist? 29 Dec 202100:44:52

Last year, my final episode was a compilation episode. Every single guest from the season took a stab at answering the same question: What is the difference between technique and style? I enjoyed that episode and all of those conversations so much, I decided to make a tradition out of it.   This year, I asked every guest a question, but I switched it up a bit…  Here we are, closing our year season with every guest’s answer to the question: WHAT MAKES SOMEONE AN ARTIST?  Get ready to be a part of the conversation, and walk away with your very own answer to a very simple yet remarkably hard question.

Show Notes:

For more DANA

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104. Wrapping the Gift that is WTMM Season 2 with Riley Higgins 22 Dec 202100:45:28

This episode- a year in review- was so fun to make, it will become a WTMM tradition for sure!  Today, I’m joined by my executive assistant and podcast editor, Riley Higgins (who takes great notes), and we recap being moved by this podcast for all of 2021.   Get all the BTS and best bits of Season 2 AND a hint of what’s to come in Season 3!!!

Show Notes:

For more DANA

For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY 

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103. Corporeal Conversations on the Techniques of Improvisation… and TikTok with Ardyn Flynt 15 Dec 202101:15:06

This episode is all about techniques within the realm of improvisation.  The big idea: when focus narrows, possibility widens! Ardyn Flynt and I talk about the techniques of mime, Forsythe, cyphers, Laban, and even the technique of TikTok.  I always learn a lot from Ardyn, but in this conversation, I walked away with a knowing of what it means to be a participating observer, AND how easy it can be to reframe our thoughts around dance as a social and professional practice. Dig in and ENJOY!

Quicklinks:

Ardyn on IG and TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/ardundundun/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@ardundundun?



WTMM Holiday Shopping! 

https://www.thedanawilson.com/shop

Get 25% off Annual Memberships by using the Coupon Code: UnconditionalLove

ADF American Dance Festival: https://americandancefestival.org/

Mastery of Movement: Book by Rudolf von Laban: https://amzn.to/3oIQFPJ

Ep #59: Deeper Roots with Moncell Durden : https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-59

New Years Training Camp: https://franciscogelladance.com/new-years-training-camp-2021/

Forsythe Technique: https://www.williamforsythe.com/publications.html


Funkamental MediKinetics:

https://www.ladancechronicle.com/usc-glorya-kaufman-school-of-dance-to-graduate-first-class/

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102. Directing Operations (of the worlds largest commercial dance franchise) with Jin Lee 08 Dec 202100:58:49

Wowza, our guest today is not a dancer or choreographer, but if are, chances are she has impacted your life in some way… probably a BIG way.  Jin Lee has been the Director of operations of  Millennium Dance Complex for over 20 years. In this episode, we talk about getting the studio out of debt and through the pandemic, the impact social media has on the people that come through their door, and… having/not having babies!  We talk a lot about following your guts and getting organized, so if you’re looking to get into the business and keep it all together, this episode is for you!

Quicklinks:

Millennium 

https://millenniumdancecomplex.com/

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101. New Perspectives with Hok 01 Dec 202101:00:31

This week’s guest is unique in practically every way… I mean, to start, he is Japanese with an English accent, he has worked in over 50 countries, has an Emmy for outstanding choreography…and a hair salon, ANNNND his first dance class ever was a Locking class. He is a decorated dancer and choreographer and a budding philosopher, you’ll see   In this episode, we dig into praise and accolades, real life super powers, on the clock culture shocks, and the deep seeded values that drive our work and play.   Movers and shakers, friends and family, buckle up and behold, the one and only… Hok! 

Quicklinks:

Hok’s Website: https://www.iamhok.com/

“Hummingbird and the Flower”:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cT3aistRK5Y

Smac episode: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-75-being-creative-idiots-with-smac-mccreanor
Sad Locking: https://www.instagram.com/p/mIE7KwRnOy/?utm_medium=copy_link

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100. 100 THINGS I’M GRATEFUL FOR! 24 Nov 202100:52:48

This (100TH) episode is a peek into my life and mind!

Not only am I celebrating 100 episodes with a list of 100 things I am grateful for, I am also celebrating over 100k downloads!  Thank you all for ALL of your love and learning.  Now buckle up and get ready to get to know me better (…for better or for worse).

Quicklinks:

WTMM IG for contest details!

Words That Move Me Shopping List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/208ZBEMH1NK8H/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_3?_encoding=UTF8&type=wishlist

TJs Chocolate on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3oH8b5L

Pho 87 

Backpack episode: Ep #7 Travel Hacks

Gary Tacon Body Tuning Pillow: https://thebodytuningcushion.com/

Remix Vintage Shoes: https://remixvintageshoes.com/

Streak Free Cleaner: Sprayway glass cleaner

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213. Meg Lawson: From Youtube to Madonna and Beyond 07 Aug 202400:58:10

There are friends, and then there are chosen family members. This week, Dana Wilson hosts her dear friend for life and fellow Seaweed Sister, Meg Lawson! Meg tells the story of the YouTube video that became her ticket to Madonna’s inner circle, and what she has learned on the job since then. We also talk about discovering/expanding your creative taste, AND  the best socks on the market! This episode has range… As does our lady, the one and only, Meg Lawson! 

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Show Notes:

Connect with Meg on IG

Listen to Dana’s Birthday Playlist

Watch Meg & Matt’s video 

Watch Meg & Jeff’s video

Watch Get Free by the Seaweed Sisters 

Watch Total Eclipse of the Heart

Listen to the Seaweed Sister episode

Listen to Jeff’s episode

Listen to Dominique’s episode

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99. Creativity is Diversity with Jonathan Batista 17 Nov 202100:48:34

We have a long way to go before we reach TOTAL diversity, equity and inclusion in the ballet industry, but today’s guest is hopeful and full of heart.  Jonathan Batista was born in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, and went on to train at The Royal Ballet School in London, England, before graduating from the English National Ballet School and Trinity College London with a degree in dance. That was the very begging of a long and unusual professional career. As a person of color, he has a voice and advocates change for diversity and inclusion in the ballet world.  In 2021, Jonathan won the Art Culture & Music Award by The TAF AWARD FOUNDATION, and in this episode, we celebrate him for his work, journey, and the future of ballet.

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98. Broadway is Back and Better Than Ever with Tilly Evans-Krueger 15 Nov 202101:00:02

Oh my friend, you are in for a sweet treat today!!!  In this Episode, Alexis “Tilly” Evans-Krueger  brings us backstage at Moulin Rouge on Broadway for a little pre-show dressing room chit chat… but only no, this isn’t a chit chat… it is a deep dive on several big and important topics.  Tilly talks about creating the feeling of freedom daily and her experience with college for dance.  Her journey from small town school to Company work to landing her first Broadway contract right before the 18 month lockdown is fascinating every step of the way.  Oh, and I think you’ll love hearing what she has to say about the *NEW* Broadway.

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97. Feeling Blue 03 Nov 202100:18:00

Those that know me/ have been listening to the podcast for awhile, might call me a “Joy Machine”.  My default setting is “SPARKLE”… but my ratio of joy to sadness has been inverted as of late.  I am deeply sad as I am recording this episode, and that is OK.  Stepping into the booth and talking to a microphone was my Minimum Viable Effort and I am so glad I did it, because it turns out, this episode (and feeling blue) is really really important to me.  I hope it can be for you too. 

In this episode, I remind myself to “feel it first” (before trying to do the thought work to “change” sadness into something else). I also talk about taking a page from the rapid prototyping playbook and aiming for MVP (which probably doesn’t mean what you think it means in this context). 

Is this my best episode ever? Probably not, but it is one of the most important because I didn’t beat myself up to make it, and I am not pretending to be any other way than the way I am. 

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96. A Slice of Professional Performer Pizza Pie with Jessica Castro 27 Oct 202101:04:17

Today’s guest means BUSINESS, and she’s been in it for 26 years.  She got a late start (relative to most dancers) but it seems like there’s nothing she hasn’t done: films, tours, TV, TWO Super Bowl halftime shows, and her very own training program Lipstick Diaries. The great thing about Jessica is that it seems she is only getting started. This episode holds so many golden nuggets of business wisdom, tons of social media best practices and  guide rules. I think anyone who is interested in being a long-lasting career will benefit from this episode, but especially those starting out and picking up momentum. ENJOY!

Quick Links:
Jessica Castro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iliajessicacastro/

Lipstick Diaries Website: http://www.lipstickdiariesnyc.com/

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95. Camera & Film Terminology for Dancers & Choreographers 20 Oct 202100:29:37

This episode is NOT an A-Z glossary of camera and film terminology.  It IS a deep dive into  why “film speak” is important for dancers and choreographers… and also why it is a total set up.  Yes, I’ll demystify a few of the basic terms and technicalities, but I also dish out some of my favorite resources for a deeper dive on jargon, and I zoom in on (sorry, couldn’t help it) a few simple cues you can take from the camera to better craft your performance on screen.

Show Notes:

Every Frame a Painting: https://www.youtube.com/c/everyframeapainting

Team DeakinsPodcast: https://teamdeakins.libsyn.com/

Protecting the frame Podcast: https://www.protectingtheframe.com/

100 ideas that changed film: https://www.laurenceking.com/product/100-ideas-that-changed-film-2/

30 second film photography:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25026033-30-second-photography

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94. The Key to All Creative Collaborations 13 Oct 202100:28:06

“Negotiation” shouldn’t be a scary word.  Advocating for yourself and your values is cool, AND it is part of the job! In this episode, I discuss the role of intimacy coordinators and how much they can teach us about establishing and communicating boundaries in our work (and in our lives).  We practice using the terms Yes, AND” and “No, BUT” to set clear parameters that will help to protect your mental and physical self as well as your time, money, and energy! So, if you are someone who struggles with setting boundaries, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!

Quick Links:

Tits and Teeth Podcast Intimacy Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/christina-pitts-jazzar-intimacy-coordination/id1417619719?i=1000526228784

Episode 15 with the Seaweed Sisters: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-15-the-seaweed-sisters-who-are-we-and-what-is-this

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93. Outside the Box with Nina McNeely 06 Oct 202101:03:11

This episode’s guest is the reason I pursued a professional career in dance,but she isn’t only an inspiration and a hero in MY life, she is a creative leader in the entertainment industry at large.  Nina McNeely’s work is singular… it is dark, it is bright, and so is she.  I can’t wait for you to hear her thoughts about social media and the way it has changed BRAVERY in art.  We also explore the side effects of “fitting in” and being too precious with our work and each other.  We discuss the value of repetition and the impermanence of LIVE dance, and we go deep on what she thinks about thinking outside of the box.  You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and on the other side of this episode, you’ll be ready to experiment and be bold with your work!  ENJOY!

Quicklinks:

Black Midi – John L: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT0nSp8lUws

Caroline Busta’s article on Counterculture: https://www.documentjournal.com/author/caroline-busta/

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91. The Club- Are You In or Are You Out? 22 Sep 202100:33:51

This may be the first time we really dig into the subject of status and power dynamics on the podcast! FUN!!!  In this episode,  insiders and outsiders are under the microscope, and we approach the subject from the position of moving into a new role or industry AND I’ll point out how this power dynamic can shift during the course of ONE audition , or pitch meeting.  I hope that after listening to this episode, you focus less on meeting the dress code/ getting on the guest list/ paying the cover.  I hope this inspires you to become the VIP that you are and make the work that others want to be in on.

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Re Listen to Episode 75 with Smac: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-75-being-creative-idiots-with-smac-mccreanorDonate to the Words That Move Me Community

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90. You Don’t Have to Do It Alone… But You Probably Do Need to Simplify 15 Sep 202100:30:23

In this episode, I talk about why many creative people feel the need to take on the world by themselves… Then, I hand out all of my favorite ways to do more by NOT doing it alone.  The key is to simplify.  It really is that simple. Not EASY, but SIMPLE. 

Quick Links:

Wyzant and Lynda.com <- for general Tutoring).
I’ll ask obvious but GOOD questions
Contest fines or enrollment fees: https://donotpay.com/

My tailor in the valley: Master Shoe Repair

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212. The Great Broadway Choreographer of The Great Gatsby: Dominique Kelley 31 Jul 202400:39:21

Dana Wilson hosts Dominique Kelley on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! Dom joins us to talk about his new moniker “Broadway Choreographer” for @thegreatgatsby . One thing I love about Broadway is how choreographers are credited and celebrated. On award season not everyone is recognized though…

 

In this interview Dominique talks about his viral dance #newmoney and the affirmation he got from Gen Z recognizing him and his work. Listen in to find out what Dom would do differently next time around and what YOU can do to make yourself a better choreographer today. On top of all that, we have a heartening chat about the economics and accessibility of dance class, plus a few ways we can DO BETTER!

 

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Show Notes:

Connect with Dom on IG

Watch The Great Gatsby on Broadway 

Watch the Fabletics Commercial

Listen to Mandy’s episode

Listen to Jamal’s episode

Listen to Alison’s episode

Listen to Nina’s episode

Listen to The Seaweed Sisters episode

Listen to Nick’s episode

Listen to Al’s episode

Listen to Shaun’s episode

Listen to the In The Heights episode

Listen to Rhapsody’s episode

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Ep. #89 Where Natural Meets Magical with Reshma Gajjar 08 Sep 202101:11:37

Reshma Gajjar had to be my first interview back after vocal cord surgery no doubt about it.  In this episode, Reshma and I discuss the importance of humanness in dance and how silence and meditation can help to achieve it.  She also speaks about how stepping away from dance helped her change her definition of success, and how her ethnicity has both helped and hurt her at different times in an ever changing industry.  As the entertainment industry changes, one thing is clear: Reshma will always show up, and she’ll show up directly in the center of the venn diagram that represents all things natural, and all things magical.

Quick Links:

Reshma Gajjar: https://www.reshmagajjar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/reshmagajjar/

Another Day of Sun (La La Land Opening Scene): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVVqlm8Fq3Y

Inheritance Bombay to LA (Reshma’s Vintage Shop):  https://www.instagram.com/inheritancebombaytola/

“Work Song” by Hozier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH7bjV0Q_44

Kenzo: https://youtu.be/RR-DkUzNdUw?t=539

Guided Meditation:
https://hansavedas.org/

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Ep. #88 Lessons Learned from 21 Days of Silence 01 Sep 202100:19:06

You know me as a dancer/ choreographer, you know me as a talker, but I am ALSO a person who WRITES… in a journal.  You better believe I journaled the crap out of my 10 days of silence that turned into 21 days of silence post vocal cord surgery.  I yielded about 3 pages of stream of consciousness writing every day, and as you can imagine, thos pages turned up a lot of… STUFF.  So, As an exercise for myself, a gift to my future self, and a gift to you;  I have decided to organize my notes and share my lessons learned from 21 days of silence (and weeks of limited talking).  Here it is!

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Ep. #87 Replay: Ep. #29 Movement Matters with Jermaine Spivey and Spenser Theberge 25 Aug 202101:10:15

This week’s replay is so special because my guests were SO special. Welcome to the world of Jermaine Spivey and Spenser Theberg where good questions are met with GREAT answers. These humans bring so much thought into their words, movement, and world and I couldn’t be happier that they are a part of my world!

Quick Links:

Watch Jermaine in Kid Pivots’ Betroffenheit https://www.marquee.tv/watch/crystalpite-betroffenheit

Revisit Episode 3 with Chloe Arnoldhttps://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-3-dance-lessons-are-life-lessons-with-chloe-arnold

Amazon Shopping List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/208ZBEMH1NK8H?ref_=wl_share&_encoding=UTF8&tag=thedanawilson-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=c3b3604249eb6e654753fedb0ccdc8e8&camp=1789&creative=9325

Transcript:

Intro: This is words that move me. The podcast were movers and shakers. Like you get the information and inspiration. You need to navigate your creative career with clarity and confidence. I am your host master mover, Dana Wilson. And if you’re someone that loves to learn, laugh and is looking to rewrite the starving artist story, then sit tight. But don’t stop moving because you’re in the right place. 

Dana: All right. All right. Hello everybody. And welcome to words that move me. I’m Dana. I am so jazzed about this episode, and I know that I always say that, but really this one is special. It is special because my guests are special, so special. It is special because I learned so much about myself, about my craft, about my relationship to the world that I’m living in right now. Um, and I also learned a lot more about audio editing. So here comes the heads up. The audio quality is not the greatest on this episode, but the, every other quality is the greatest. So this episode is my win for the week. Your turn, what’s going well in your world. Let’s see if I can keep tempo.  

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Yes. Good for you. I’m so glad that you’re winning. Keep it up and celebrate yourself. It’s so important. Okay. Now I don’t want to take too much more time before I invite you to the table. Well, the zoom, I guess, with my guests today, Spenser Theberge is originally from Portland, Julliard Grad danced for NDT two and NDT one that’s Netherlands Dance Theater for you, non dance types. Um, the Forsythe company, he’s the winner of the Princess Grace Award. He currently teaches for Cal arts. Um, but most importantly, I want to tell you that his choreography makes me weep tears of laughter and also tears of a very special brand of admiration. He is a truly special artist and I am so honored and flattered to call him to call both of these gentlemen, my friends. All right. So up next, we have the one and only Jermaine Spivey He is from Baltimore, also a Julliard grad. Also a Princess Grace winner also has danced for all of the, that I oogle and all of the companies that you should Google. Um, he is currently teaching for USC Kaufman, but beyond all of those things, I can not think o...

Ep. #86 Replay: Ep. #21 Not Booking (AKA Not Getting What You Want) 18 Aug 202100:25:33

On our third replay of August, take a listen to Not Booking, AKA not getting what you want. With the world reopening again, this can be a GREAT topic to revisit. What do you do when you’re not booked and blessed? Come explore in this episode the wonderful world of not getting what you want and how the wanting most often does not equal the getting.

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Ep. #84 Replay: Ep. #5 Is Fear Keeping You Alive, or Eating You Alive? 04 Aug 202100:33:24

This week is the first of our replays for the month of August! Starting out with Episode #5, and it is frighteningly good.  It digs into concepts of FEAR.  The kind that keeps you alive and the other kind that keeps you from LIVING!  Give a listen and cut the ties to fear that are holding you back.

Quick Links:

The Power Of Vulnerability – Brené Brown

The Call to Courage – Brené Brown

Daring Grately – Brené Brown

Failing Your Way to Success

How To Be A Successful Failure

Gift of Fear – Gavin de Becker

Brooke Castillo’s Thought Model

The Farwell – Akwafina Movie

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Ep. #83 How I Make Big Decisions 28 Jul 202100:34:38

 I know how easy it is to get caught up in confusion and indecision when it comes time to make those “big career moves”, and sometimes the small ones too!  So, I am finally sharing decision making formula!  In this episode, first we’ll identify how your values factor into your decision making.  Then, we’ll talk about false dichotomies and Zero Sum Thinking. THEN, I’ll give you the outline, a tool that I use to help me MAKE BIG DECISIONS!  I’m also giving you a look at one of my recent a BIG DECISIONS that might surprise you.

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Ep. #82 Black and Blue Skies with Vice Chief 21 Jul 202100:27:50

Listening to this episode is the podcast equivalent of stargazing with someone who loves you… and happens to be thoughtful, technical, experienced, and wildly creative.  This week, my husband Daniel, the CEO and Founder of ViceChief , examines the role of light and darkness in the world of a performer… and a prototyper.  He cracks into “uncertainty” like a pinata and king size brain candy falls out.  His thoughts on asymmetry and the difference between action and reaction will have you thinking twice before you brag about your IG following… or praise someone else for theirs. And as if all that wasn’t eye (and ear) opening enough, Daniel talks directly to the posture and stance that can help you position yourself to deal with challenges and to deliver great work.  For Daniel, this posture is not a physical one, it is a conceptual one, and he calls it “Black Sky Thinking”.  When you look up what do you see? Where do you stand… and how?  What do you move, and why?  By the end of this episode, if you still don’t know, you’ll have a great idea of how to find out. 

 

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More of Vice Chief here: https://www.instagram.com/vice_chief/

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Ep. #81 So, You Need Surgery… Now What? 14 Jul 202100:23:56

If you know me, then you know I LOVE to talk (hence Podcast ).  From teaching and coaching, to rehearsing and working on sets, my voice is a key part of how I make my living, and it distinguishes me from everyone else… So, you might imagine how I felt when I got the news that I needed surgery to remove a “massive” cyst in my vocal cord.  This episode offers a peek into how I am preparing for my surgery, and an 8 step process you can use if you or a loved one wind up on the receiving end of news like this. 

Quicklinks:

Tiler Peck’s Episode: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-13-winning-even-when-youre-down-with-tiler-peck

Raab Stevenson’s Episode: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-50-vocal-coach-to-the-stars

Freeing the Natural Voice by Kristin Linklater: https://amzn.to/3hyDRYA

Dr Shawn Nasseri: https://www.nasserimd.com/press/

Adele Cabot Voice Coach: https://adelecabot.com/

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80. Respect the Technique with Kara Mack 07 Jul 202100:59:46

In this episode, Kara Mack (dancer/ choreographer/ movement coach/ producer, founder and CEO of Africa in America) talks about how she builds bridges.  She builds bridges from education to entertainment, entertainment to agitation, and pop culture to the many cultures of the African diaspora. Kara artfully advocates for individual responsibility and the harmony of our society.  If you are looking to find your place and learn how important we all are in the music OF LIFE… this one is for YOU!

Quicklinks

Africa In America: http://africainamericamag.com/

https://www.instagram.com/africainamerica/

Kendrick Lamar Grammy Performance: http://premierwuzhere.com/videos/watch-kendrick-lamars-performance-at-the-58th-grammys/

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211. Caroline M. Diamond & Riley Higgins: Skeleton Crew Extraordinaires 12 Jun 202401:02:30

Caroline M. Diamond co-hosts with Dana Wilson and guest Riley Higgins on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! Caroline and Riley recently joined Dana in her Skeleton Crew for Paula Abdul’s new tour! What IS a skeleton crew? Why is it essential? How can skeleton crew prep be challenging? What do skeleton crew dancers/choreographers do, and how do you get good at it?… We unpack all of it, and we touch on how being competitive dancers positioned us for our professional work (for better and for worse). Listen in to hear a few tips for creating prototypes for your work, tricks for managing impostor syndrome, and many breaks for laughter.

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Show Notes:

Connect with Caroline on IG

Connect with Riley on IG

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79. Revelations and Life After Rejection with Karine Plantadit 30 Jun 202101:07:59

I have been a fan of Karine Plantadit  since I saw her perform at the Tony awards in Come Fly away in 2010 (FYI she was Tony Award and Drama League Award nominated for that role) AND THEN we got to work together on “In The Heights”!  I jumped at the opportunity to have a conversation with her because it isn’t hard to tell that she is as strong in mind as in body.  She is delightful and insightful and she blows my mind (and my heart) wide open in this episode.  In this episode, Karine and I talk In The Heights, we talk Buddhism, we talk process, we talk goals, and flash flood warning… there are tears because we also dig into professional and personal heartbreaks.  Life after rejection. It might sound dreadful, but when you are talking to someone like Karine… even tough subjects can feel like a glass of cold water on a hot summer day… So get ready to drink up!  

Quick Links:

Karine Plantadit: https://www.instagram.com/karineplantadit/

https://www.karineplantadit.com/

Kamochi Method: https://www.instagram.com/kamochimethod/?hl=en https://www.kamochimethod.com/

Karine in Come Fly Away: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O47sYsUBnp0

Vance Joy “Lay it On Me”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXXD1QxpiswReese’s Puff Commerical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QApHEIXHNTw

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77. Times and Rhymes with Tyce Diorio 16 Jun 202100:59:00

Emmy award winning choreographer, Tyce Diorio and I cover A LOT in this episode.  We talk about finding and being friends in a dog eat dog world, we discuss our processes and passion for movement coaching, and of course we talk In The Heights (in theaters and streaming on HBO Max NOW!)  Like so many, I have looked up to Tyce for years, and this episode feels a whole lot like sitting down with my hero… and then winding up having a pillow fight and braiding each other’s hair (yes, games will be played!)!  It’s pure fun, ease, and openness.  ENJOY!

Quicklinks: 

Get Tickets to In The Heights Here: https://www.intheheights-movie.com


Katie Holmes “Get Happy” So you Think Piece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNV4VxIVW7I

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76. Monkey Bar Thoughts: Connecting who you ARE to who you want to BE 09 Jun 202100:25:04

You know how they say “it ain’t gunna happen over night”… and stuff like that?  Well, some things DO happen overnight… but changing your mind and changing your LIFE usually doesn’t.  This episode is all about how you can be making BIG changes in your life gracefully… like a monkey!

Quick Links:

Self Coaching Model Free Guide from Brooke Castillo and The Life Coach School: https://thelifecoachschool.com/self-coaching-model-guide/

Episode 4 “Stop thinking like a Caveman” : https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-4-stop-thinking-like-a-caveman

Episode 17 “The Process of Processing” :https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-17-the-process-of-processing

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75. Being Creative Idiots with Smac McCreanor 02 Jun 202100:53:05

What do Tik Tok, a hydraulic press, and my favorite city in Australia all have in common?  This week’s guest, Smac McCreanor. In this conversation, Smac and I dig into TikTok, commercials, building creative spaces, and living the lives of our dreams, so get ready to giggle, take notes, and maybe even tear up a little bit, because … This woman lives to laugh, she is strategic AND silly, and she knows how to turn 1+1 into 1 million.  Wait, sorry…more like 1.5 million. 

Quick Links:

Smac on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/smacmccreanor/

Smac on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smacmccreanor

YT of her remake Britney Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQk1lzbtzyo

Ryan’s Back Flip to the Head: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8kFJIt6xtg

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