Explore every episode of the podcast JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance Podcast
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| JAM Hiatus Catch Up with Joe and Michelle | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:17:15 | |
We wanted to take a quick minute to say hello to our listeners and leave you with some information. We are looking forward to being back with you all soon! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| Season 9 Wrap Up with Joe and Michelle | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:45:47 | |
What a great season we had Jam Fam! Thank you to our amazing guests for lending their time and expertise to us and giving back to the dance community. We appreciate all of you! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Chasta Hamilton | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:44:55 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We are excited to finish this season with the wonderful, Chasta Hamilton. Chasta has so much insight into the world of dance and has recently been named to the Advisory Board of Dance Teacher Magazine! A great conversation with a great friend, we hope you enjoy this episode with Chasta Hamilton! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Caylie Rose Newcom | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:51:48 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We know you are going to love this episode with the fabulous Caylie Rose Newcom. Caylie is a wealth of knowledge, positivity, charm and great energy that has made her mark in the NYC dance world. An educator and a triple threat, she has worn many hats in her career. Today we talk a bit about what makes her tick, how to be your authentic self in the dance world, and all the other fun things that we get into on the podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to our latest episode! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Re-release of episode 1 with Sheila Barker! | 22 Jul 2024 | 00:41:23 | |
When we started this podcast almost 3 years ago, we never thought we would have a legend like Sheila Barker on our podcast as our very first guest! Sheila is a giant in the industry, a mentor, a motivator and part of history at Broadway Dance Center in NYC. We thought that we would drop this episode again, as this came out so long ago, for some of our new listeners, and for some to listen to again. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Hot Topics with Joe and Michelle | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:38:24 | |
Hey Jam Fam, we are back with some Hot Topics straight from dance forums on social media. We talk compensation for teachers, guest teachers, artists in videos, competition costumes and a few other fun things. We hope you enjoy this episode! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Spotlight Series with High Demand Dance Competition | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:48:05 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We have a great episode for you featuring Natalie Nostrant and Kelli Guardin-Rooney, Owners and Directors of High Demand Dance Competition. High Demand believes in the artistry of the dancers and choreographers while expanding the dancers vocabulary and introducing an improv part of their competition (which is our favorite part). We talk all things comp, levels, costumes, improv and why they started High Demand. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Laura Ward-Moran | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:56:19 | |
JAM Fam, welcome back! Today's episode is a must listen for studio directors and owners. Our fantastic guest, Laura Ward-Moran, advises and guides us through some scenarios of dance studio, dance teacher and director life. How to navigate difficult conversations and of course, all things dance. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| Jam Spotlight Episode featuring Alan Dornak of Flourish Performing Arts | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:42:25 | |
Today we feature a new performing arts program happening in NYC, Flourish! This program, founded and created by Alan Dornak, helps deliver additional training to individuals in the performing arts. Gathering some of the finest faculty in voice, acting and dance, Flourish is a one stop shop for aspiring performers. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Midseason Chat with Joe and Michelle | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:45:49 | |
We are back Jam Fam, with our Midseason Chat! We love just chatting with one another all things dance, and our Hot Topics have been a hit with our listeners. This episode will not disappoint. Talking summer dance, dance intensives, guest teachers and a few other fun things, we hope you enjoy our episode made just for you! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Connor Schwantes | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:55:19 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We are so excited to share this fun episode with you featuring Connor Schwantes! Connor recently worked on the Tony nominated show, Days of Wine and Roses and is an incredible dance educator and choreographer. We dive into his early life in dance, football, and growing up with parents in the industry. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Connor! This episode is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience. For more information, go to: https://thrivedanceexperience.com/ Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Jenny Oehlwein | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:55:45 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! Today we talk with the fantastic Jenny Oehlwein, on stepping outside your comfort zone, fighting imposter syndrome, finding your place in the dance community, and of course, dance competitions! Jenny has a vast resume and is coming on strong in the Latin Jazz genre. Thank you Jenny for sharing your time with us. Jam Fam, we hope you enjoy another great episode featuring Jenny Oehlwein! As an educator she is very passionate about sharing her love of dance and helping people be their truest self in the room. She teaches on the convention level for Encore Extreme and Dinamic Dancers Inc. Jenny is a regional director for the competition Encore DCS and a proud judge on the IDA panel. She travels and teaches all over the country, inspiring the next generation of dancers. She considers herself lucky to have made a career out of her passion and to be able to help others find theirs. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Spotlight Series with Salve Regina University Department Chair, Lindsay Guarino | 28 May 2024 | 00:40:49 | |
Today we take a moment to highlight another great program in higher education, Salve Regina University. We were lucky enough to speak with Department Chair and Dance Program Coordinator, Lindsay Guarino, about this unique program. Lindsay also has had a hand in changing the program and has been involved in some incredible projects. Located in Rhode Island, this program has specialty focuses as well as flexibility. We hope you enjoy our chat today with Lindsay Guarino. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Patrick Cook | 20 May 2024 | 00:56:06 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! Today, we have a great conversation with Patrick Cook discussing the commercial dance scene, touring with some of the biggest artists in the world and teaching. Patrick brings to us a conversation that will especially those interested in performing in the commercial world. Some credits include: Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Spotlight Series with Isenberg Entertainment Founders, Hannah and Alex Isenberg | 14 May 2024 | 00:40:43 | |
Kicking off season 9 with a bang, we are excited to bring you this episode featuring creatives Hannah and Alex Isenberg! We highlight their three day intensive, Bridge The Gap, and discuss the industry and how to navigate the ins and outs of this ever changing landscape. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Hannah and Alex.
Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Season 8 Wrap Up with Joe and Michelle | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:57:19 | |
Jam Fam, hard to believe we have completed another season! Thank you to all that listen and follow! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM and the return of Alicia Pociask | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:44:19 | |
And she's back! We were so happy to have Alicia back on the show, talking about Bold Dance Project, the dance world, dance competitions and all things dance. Alicia brings up some great things in this episode and we know you will enjoy every moment! Alicia spent 8 years as a resident show supervisor, choreographer, and director for the Emmy Award winning production company, RWS Entertainment Group where she choreographed five mainstage production shows for Holland America Cruise Line, was an associate choreographer for STEP ONE Dance Company, and directed and choreographed three mainstage shows for Azamara Club Cruises. Alicia had the honor of assisting Al Blackstone (SYTYCD) for the workshop of Crazy in Love, an original short musical written by Kooman and Dimond. Most recently Alicia choreographed six shows for Carowinds in Charlotte, NC and travels around the country as an audition instructor for Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line. Alicia is extremely passionate and invested in the education of young performers. She travels around the world as a guest teacher, choreographer and judge and is the Owner of NYC based company bold dance project. instagram: @aliciarose33 website: aliciapociask.com Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Miranda Spada | 15 Apr 2024 | 01:00:13 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We are so excited to share our episode featuring Miranda Spada with you, Another great conversation about dance, a dance teachers life and what mentoring means to her and our young dancers. Miranda shares some of her experiences in the dance world and we can't wait for you to listen today! She is involved with the More Than Just Great Dancing Organization under Misty Lown and is also certified in Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and Modules 1 and 2 of Alixa Flexibility. Miranda also does guest teaching and choreography. Training under Larraine Susa, she continues to go back to her roots in PA to provide dance education. As Pennsylvania's Outstanding Young Woman for 2008, she was provided many opportunities to share her love of dance. Miranda is an adjudicator with many organizations within the Industry including IMPACT Dance Adjudicators, Eleve Dance Competition where she also helps run the Ambassador Program, Beyond The Stars, Breakout, AMP, and Guidance Dance Experience. She loves being able to pass on her education and passion to the next generation. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Kosha Dolan | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:57:19 | |
We talk all things dance with Miss Kosha! Kosha is a dance educator, mentor and entrepreneur, leading the way in the dance industry in the Pittsburgh area. We talk about working with young dancers, starting a business and creating curriculums and programs that work for YOUR studio. We hope you enjoy this fun episode with Kosha! Acknowledged as a top leader, her work extends beyond teaching dance, encompassing mentorship and strategic partnerships within the dance community. Emphasizing the significance of class management and staff training, Kosha has cultivated a culture that values professionalism, creativity, and effective leadership. Her dedication extends to empowering individuals through dance, emphasizing the transformative power of movement and self-expression.
Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Angela Cole | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:59:43 | |
Angela has amassed a following on her Instagram page @fulltimedanceteacher. That is how we found her! We have used her quotes and nuggets of advice and finally said, we need her on the show! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Spotlight Series with Aidan Nettles of the University of Alabama | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:31:52 | |
JAM Fam, we are so excited to share with you this wonderful program in Alabama with our new friend, Aidan Nettles. Finding the right college, university or conservatory program can be a challenge, are we are happy to be shining the spotlight on some wonderful programs around the country. Check out this video featuring two of our current students in the BA dance program to learn more about UA Dance: https://youtu.be/jMr0U29r63g For more information on the Dance Program at The University of Alabama, please visit Dance.ua.edu. This episode is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience. For more information go to: https://thrivedanceexperience.com/ Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Lee Daniel | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:55:55 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! This week we have an wonderful conversation with Lee Daniel, a multi hyphenate with an incredible background. We talk all things dance, plus a little more! We hope you enjoy this weeks episode. Lee's credits include: Ariana Grande, Jason Derulo, Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Underwood, Usher, Selena Gomez, Queen Latifah, "Queen of K-pop" BoA, Asian Superstar Amei, Jordin Sparks, and Japanese pop icon Jin Akanishi to name just a few. Most recently he was a featured movement artist on the hit Netflix Show, Soundtrack. No stranger to stage or screen, Lee is often sought for his creative aesthetic and unique movement vocabulary. TV credits include: Ellen, Good Morning America, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, David Letterman, American Idol and The Voice amongst others. While being Co-Choreographer for KidZBop, Lee has helped the brand build arena-filling numbers across three successful tours and a stream of music videos that have been visually and virally successful! Most recently, he was an assistant choreographer on Season 2 of the eclectic fan-favorite, The Masked Singer! An elite graduate of the Monsters of Hip Hop brand, Lee transformed his training into opportunities that established him as one of the most sought-out, consistent and technically astute educators in Los Angeles. He is a featured instructor at TMIllyTV, one of the top institutes for working dance professionals globally. In addition to choreographing and teaching across the world, he is a select faculty member for the Monsters of HipHop A-List Convention. This convention is attended by thousands of international professionals monthly, each seeking the highest level of training for prospective careers in dance. Powerful grooves and feel-good fluidity are a few ways to describe Lee’s style. He challenges movers to translate dynamic rhythms into seamless performance. He constantly references his HipHop, Jazz-Funk, House, and Commercial dance background -- offering diversity and a myriad of foundations. As an Educator: Lee aims for you to leave the classroom with a new perspective and a strong connection to your own unique artistic value! As a Creative Director: Lee offers a 360-degree creative outlook on any project. Whether relaying creative messages for brands using dance; filling an arena with high energy for artists; or troubleshooting technical issues to get the best looking visual, Lee is a force that embodies artistic integrity, collaboration and an ability to get the job done while making it all fun! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM update with Rachelle Rak | 11 Mar 2024 | 01:00:03 | |
And she's BACK! We are so excited for the return of the one and only, Rachelle Rak. In this episode we talk about her new venture in theater, dance conventions, her fabulous song and all things Sass! Thank you for making time for us Rachelle and we couldn't be happier for you! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM 100th Episode Celebration with Joe and Michelle | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:45:22 | |
Jam Fam, today we celebrate 100 episodes because of you! Thank you to listening, liking, subscribing and following. We do this for our listeners and we are so happy you are a part of our community. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Spotlight Series featuring the LEAP Program with Andrew Pearson | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:46:03 | |
Today's episode we Spotlight the LEAP Program! We loved our conversation with Andrew Pearson, Assistant Director of LEAP, and we hope you enjoy this informative conversation about programs in dance. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Dance Ink | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:52:21 | |
A wonderful and insightful conversation with the owners of Dance Ink! Lindsey and Stephanie created a non profit called Ink Cares, and are doing wonderful work in the community. Studio owners, we think you are going to love this episode! At Ink Cares, our mission is to foster a community where movement and art transcend barriers and inspire boundless possibilities. We believe in the transformative power of the performing arts, not merely as art forms, but as forces capable of unlocking creativity, confidence, empathy and resilience. Our foundation is rooted in the profound belief that the arts possess an unparalleled capacity to enrich lives, foster thriving communities, enhance academic absorption, and promote the vitality of neighborhoods. Our commitment extends beyond the building walls, reaching to touch the hearts and lives of others where the tapestry of our shared humanity is woven with the vibrant colors of artistic expression. VISION: Through the four pillars of Ink Cares, we strive to leave a positive mark on the lives of those of which we are fortunate enough to cross paths. Through Dance Ink and Ink University, we teach our students to have an openness to critical thinking and an exchange of ideas, to respect diversity through thought and being, and to have a commitment to excellence through professionalism, athleticism, hard work and self-discipline. We teach mindfulness and wellbeing, as well as use multimedia and technology, to ensure our students have a chance of great success in this ever-changing world. Through our professional company (Ink Productions), community outreach, and our associates, we practice all of what we preach to produce world class performances, develop the skills and footprints of our associates, and be increasingly involved in providing solutions and impact for the needs of our surrounding communities. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Jena VanElslander | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:57:31 | |
JAM Fam you are in for a treat! We were lucky enough to catch up with Jena VanElslander before she started as the associate choreographer for the revival of the Broadway show, Cabaret! Jena has been gracing Broadway stages for years and is making her debut on the artistic side with Cabaret. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Season 8 Kickoff with Joe and Michelle | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:41:21 | |
And we are back with a great season and our usual kickoff episode talking all things dance. Fun guests with lots to share with all of you this season. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Rashaan James | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:50:29 | |
Wrapping up the season with a wonderful talk with the multitalented, Rashaan James! In this episode with talk tap, Equity, Miss America and so much more. A fun way to wrap up our season, we hope you enjoy our chat with Rashaan James! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Holly Gannett | 15 Jan 2024 | 01:00:32 | |
Another fantastic episode with a lovely guest! Holly Gannett has been working in the dance industry for years as a performer, educator and choreographer. Her mother owned a dance studio in Maine, which she grew up dancing at and then later became a teacher at the studio. We discuss being a studio "baby", teaching with your parent, working in the industry and so much more. She is the former Fitness Program Supervisor of 12 years at the Eastside Wellness Center in Augusta for MaineGeneral Medical Center as a personal trainer and Holly’s Musical Theatre performance and choreography credits include the roles of: Dance Captain for the US premier of Fame Forever, Carmen Diaz in Fame, Ariel Moore in Footloose, Mersister inThe Little Mermaid, Marge inSuds, June (Squish) in Chicago, Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Hot Topics with Joe and Michelle | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:40:24 | |
This week, Joe and Michelle turn to the internet to answer and give their opinions on hot topics shared. Reminder, these are just opinions! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| Mind, Body and Soul with Angie Hubbard | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:52:24 | |
A lovely conversation to kick off the New Year with our friend, Angie Hubbard! We get into the mechanics of dance physically and how we can better train our young dancers and ourselves! Thank you Angie, for sharing your knowledge and passion with our listeners. Angie has had a lifelong love of movement. Ranging from a career as a professional dancer and educator, to teaching Pilates, Yoga, Barre and Personal Training. She has been teaching children and adults for over 20 years throughout Pittsburgh, South Florida, and Bermuda. She is a former company member of the National Dance Theatre of Bermuda, Bermuda Dance Company and has also performed works by Nathan Trice, Keira Martin and Gia T Productions. Her dance study has included the Martha Graham School, Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, Koresh Dance, Doug Verone, ABT and the incredible Arthur Mitchel of the Dance Theater of Harlem to name a few. In 2018, she became a fully Certified NCPT through the Pilates Method Alliance, and has been an instructor of all aspects of the method since 2001. In 2020 Angie also became a YUR back certified instructor through PHI Pilates. A program dedicated to those with back issues. She trains Pilates clients ranging from kids to seniors as well as Pre/Post Natal woman, special populations and those with injuries and during recovery. Through her studio, she offers programing on Pilates Mat, Apparatus, CoreAlign and Garuda Technique on the Reformer. In 2003 she began her journey to become a Yoga instructor. Currently she has completed her training in Levels 1,2,3, Pre/Post Natal, Kids, Seniors and Anatomy and Alignment. Most recently, Mrs. Hubbard also holds certifications as an instructor in Tracey Mallet’s BootyBarre, BootyBarre Sculpt Programs as well as Alixa Flexibility Level 1 and 2. She is a certified teacher in Progressing Ballet Technique, Progressing Contemporary Technique as well as Sugarfoot Therapy which is a program designed to prevent injuries in dancers. Mrs. Hubbard is also a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. At 41, she has gone back to college to study for her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from PennWest University in Pennsylvania. She is continually improving her knowledge so she can offer the most up to date and beneficial programs to her students. With her studio Three Little Lotus, LLC, Mrs. Hubbard offers private, semi-private and small group classes. Her studio specializes in Pilates, Yoga, Dance coaching in all styles of dance (ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip hop), Strength/Conditioning and Flexibility training, Barre, Personal Training and Injury Prevention and Recovery. You can find her busy teaching, being a student herself, and best of all a full-time mom to her three girls. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with members of ROCA - The Rockettes of Color Alumnae | 18 Dec 2023 | 01:31:29 | |
Happy holidays Jam Fam! We are so excited to share with you our episode with members of ROCA, the Rockettes of Color Alumnae! Lainie Sakakura, Sally Hong and Keisa Parrish took some time to speak with us about the mission of ROCA, why is was founded and what the group is looking to do in the community. Along with all that wonderful information, Rockettes stories are told and of course a bunch of laughs. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Tommy Scrivens | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:56:41 | |
We are delighted to have Tommy Scrivens back on as our guest this week. Tommy is no stranger to all things dance, and hearing his insight into some dance related topics is always refreshing. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Midseason Chat with Joe and Michelle | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:40:03 | |
It's that time in the season again - Midseason Chat with Joe and Michelle! We love talking about all things dance, offering opinions and thinking outside of the box. This chat was a bit longer that our usual midseason, but we had a lot to talk about! Jam Fam, thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode with Joe and Michelle. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with #1 JAM Fan Matthew Donnell | 27 Nov 2023 | 01:02:56 | |
JAM Fam, we are so happy to have Matthew Donnell back as a guest on the show. Matthew is a wonderful educator, mentor and our #1 Fan! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Dana Wilson | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:57:20 | |
Welcome back Jam Fam! We couldn't be more excited to share with you this episode with the incredible talented, Dana Wilson! You've seen her work everywhere and her style is one of kind. When not choreographing, you can listen to Dana on her podcast "Words That Move Me". Our conversation with Dana covered the choreographers guild, the importance of choreographers in the business and bringing Joy into dance! While working in TV, Film, and alongside pop industry megastars, Dana also makes up one third of the wildly original and imaginative group “The Seaweed Sisters”. They celebrate humor, the unusual, and above all – play. Dana has been teaching for over 15 years and she is the master mind (and master mover) behind Apple Top 100 Performing Arts Podcast: “Words That Move Me”. With her thoughtful and fresh voice, and a pension for moving people, Dana illuminates everything she crosses from the world’s biggest stages to smallest cell phone screens. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Mind, Body and Soul Part 2 with Danscend | 13 Nov 2023 | 01:01:41 | |
Continuing the conversation with Danscend Founders, Kristin Deiss and Michelle Loucadoux. We had so much to talk about, we had to do a part 2! If you like what you're hearing and want more information on Danscend, head on over to www.danscend.teachable.com to check out the great work these inspiring educators are doing. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Mind, Body and Soul with Danscend founders, Kristin Deiss and Michelle Loucadoux | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:49:27 | |
We are so happy to welcome back our friends from Danscend, Kristin Deiss and Michelle Loucadoux! We get some life updates and delve back into mental health wellness for both the student and for our teachers. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Kelsey Nelson | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:57:23 | |
She's back! We couldn't be happier to have Kelsey Nelson back on the podcast, sharing life updates, teaching strategies, sharing knowledge and packing this episode with everything you want! Kelsey is a sought after teacher throughout the country, and we are thankful that she was able to carve out some time for us. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Shannon Dooling-Cain | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:57:54 | |
We are so happy to welcome back our guest from Season 3, Shannon Dooling Cain! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Season 7 Kick Off with Joe and Michelle | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:23:15 | |
And we're back! We are so excited to bring you another fabulous season with amazing dance educators and professionals in the industry. Thank you Jam Fam, for your continued support. We do this for you! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Season 6 Wrap Up with Joe and Michelle | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:47:58 | |
Ending Season 6 with conversation surrounding community, authenticity and a few giggles thrown in. We love having this platform where we can share ideas and start conversations with other dance educators and artist across the globe. Thank you Jam Fam for listening, following and sharing. Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Matthew Shaffer | 11 Sep 2023 | 00:52:10 | |
Jam Fam, we are so excited to welcome back Matthew Shaffer to the show! Catch up on what's new with Matthew, his new work and life after graduate school. Thank you Matthew, for sharing your time and story with us once again! Matthew’s debut book So You Want To Be A Dancer launched as an Amazon #1 New Release in Performing Arts and continues to dominate the charts. His second book, Dancing Out of the Closet––a collection of creative nonfiction essays––is “One of the most delightful and insightful reads in the last few years . . . “ –CNN contributor Dr. Paul Hokemeyer After attending the prestigious Orange County School of the Arts, Matthew continued his professional career as a principal dancer for the world-renowned company, Giordano Dance Chicago. Highlighted credits include Cold Case, Jackass Number Two, The Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, Hansel & Gretel at The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Earth to America with Jason Alexander, Broadway Cares with Rosie O’Donnell, Disney XD’s Kickin’ It, Bunheads, he appears alongside Adam Levine on Broad City, and on the hit show Crazy Ex Girlfriend. In 2010, Matthew co-founded A Group Production, serving as executive producer and collaborating on over 40 projects between Broadway, Film, and Television. On the heels of a global pandemic, Matthew returned to graduate school to earn his Master of Fine Arts in directing and choreography from Wilson College. There, Matthew turned his attention to exploring gender, identity, and grief related to narratives in theater and commercial art. https://vimeo.com/matthewshaffer/nrhpdocubts “Nostalgia Radio Hour Presents: Growing Pangs” https://vimeo.com/matthewshaffer/nrhp Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Shana Simmons | 04 Sep 2023 | 00:56:49 | |
We loved talking all things dance with Shana Simmons! Jam Fam, we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did. BA DANCE Point Park University 2003 (Pittsburgh) MA Choreography Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance 2009 (London) New York City: London: Pittsburgh: Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Miller Daurey | 28 Aug 2023 | 00:57:42 | |
Many of you have seen his videos on Instagram or might follow him on YouTube! We are excited to share our talk today with Miller Daurey, as he talks about his journey with dance, his docuseries, and what lies ahead for this talented performer! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Shea Sullivan | 21 Aug 2023 | 01:00:50 | |
A wonderful chat with a total dynamo of a person, Shea Sullivan. Her career spans many facets of the dance world and we can't wait to be in the front row of her show. We hope you our episode today! For 20 years, Shea was the protégé of Tony Award-winning Choreographer Dr. Henry LeTang. She assisted Mr. LeTang on many projects and taught with him until his passing in April 2007. She was the assistant choreographer to Mr. LeTang for the Showtime Select credits include: Pre Broadway development: SOPH- The Sophie Tucker Musical. YES! The Musical . Henry & Me. Off-Broadway : R.R.R.E.D, Neurosis (Chita Rivera Award Nomination), Polkadots- The Cool Kids Musical (Off Broadway Alliance Award), Pageant! (Drama Desk Nomination Best Revival) , I’ll Say She Is. For Westchester Broadway Theatre : Newsies. For PACE University : Pete (Her) Pan. For Cape Playhouse : Drowsy Chaperone, Sweet Charity, Legally Blonde, Crazy For You; Kiss Me Kate . For Maltz Jupiter Theatre: The Producers, Will Roger Follies, Music Man (Carbonell Award), Crazy For You (Carbonell Award) . For Barrington Stage: Ragtime (Berk Theater Critic Award Nomination), Southern Comfort. For Arts Center of Coastal Carolina: Newsies, White Christmas. Pan Am (ABC),Christmas Carol ( Fords Theater) , Dames at Sea (Bay Street Theatre), DanceBreak '08. Proud member of SDC. Board member of the Ziegfeld Club. Shea's choreography has also been featured at Fire Island Dance Festival, Dancers Responding to Aids , Broadway Bares, Easter Bonnet and The Red Bucket Follies (formally known as Gypsy of the Year). Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM Midseason Chat with Joe and Michelle | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:43:31 | |
Catch up with Joe and Michelle as they talk about all things dance is this mid season chat! Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||
| JAM with Jennifer Jones | 07 Aug 2023 | 01:00:08 | |
We were so excited to speak with Jennifer Jones, the first African American Rockette, author and cancer survivor. We loved having the conversation about breaking barriers, diversity, dance and so much more. we hope you enjoy our conversation with Jennifer Jones! Jennifer Jones is an award-winning American performer recognized worldwide for her groundbreaking accomplishments and equal rights advocacy in the arts. In 1987, she became the first African American Radio City Music Hall Rockette, making her the first black female performer since the troupe’s 1925 foundation to be honored with the distinction. Her RCMH Rockette national debut was in 1988 during the Super Bowl XXII Halftime Show. Jones’ revolutionary milestone abolished a longstanding Radio City Music Hall Rockettes policy against hiring African Americans for its chorus line so as not to distract from its hallmark of perfectly-synchronized precision and rigid color uniformity. By transcending the racial barrier, she ushered-in a transformative, modern era for the RCMH Rockettes, among others: in 1989, she was crowned Miss Morris County Pageant Queen in her native New Jersey as its first African American champion. She enjoyed a fifteen-year career with the RCMH Rockettes, which included a national tour and televised performances. In 2002, she hung-up her RCMH Rockettes’ dance heels and joined the Rockette Alumnae Association. Born and raised in New Jersey, she began dancing at an early age, nurturing a unique and dynamic approach to the arts, and mastering innovative interpretations of tap, ballet, jazz, and modern repertoires. During her penultimate year rostering at the RCMH Rockettes, she performed in the ensemble of the 2001 Broadway revival of “42nd Street,” which won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical that year. Her children’s book “On the Line” will be available October 31, 2023 and her memoir “Becoming Spectacular ” also published by Harper Collins and will be on book shelves late 2024. Jones is also a colorectal cancer survivor. She speaks openly and publicly about her cancer battle. She a staunch advocate for colon screenings, which are now at the age of 45. She was diagnosed with stage III and wants people to know this cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable.
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| JAM with Emily Bufferd | 31 Jul 2023 | 01:00:26 | |
We were lucky to catch Emily Bufferd while she had a minute of downtime. A sought after teacher, and a regular at BDC and Steps, we hope you enjoy our conversation with this amazing educator. Emily Bufferd is the Producer of The Young Choreographer’s Festival, an annual NYC event presenting the most up-and-coming 18-25yr old choreographers, described by Dance Spirit Magazine as, ”The perfect way to get inspired.”. An Educator in NYC at Steps on Broadway, Broadway Dance Center, and Steps Youth Programs, she has taught at The Ailey Extension, Peridance, World Dance Movement in Switzerland, The University of Alabama, Jazz on Tap – Atlanta, The Eglevsky Ballet, First-Act/Paris, Dance Centre Orebro/Sweden, Aurora Dance School/Malaysia, Google Headquarters, 360 Dance Festival, Joffrey Ballet School, The Annual Teacher Workshop, and more. Emily has been featured by Dance Magazine, Dance Teacher, Dance Spirit, Dance Informa, Dance Mogul, Dance Studio Life, The Dance Podcast, the television show Inside NYC Dance, and has been a contributing writer for Discount Dance Supply’s Blog, DanceLife, and Apolla Performance's Blog, The Muse. As the Choreographer for “Made to Dance in Burning Buildings’ presented by The Public Theater at Joe’s Pub, OnStageBlog.com, “The show was choreographed brilliantly...”. Emily’s concert choreography (BEings) has been presented at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Joyce SoHo, Symphony Space, the 92nd St. Y, New York Moves, The Giving Tree Benefit Shows,The Elan Summer Dance Festival, and Boston Contemporary Dance Festival, among others. Described as, “technically superb and amazingly emotive.” -Examiner.com, and “a display of versatility...” -The DancEnthusiast. Her award winning work continues to be commissioned by dance companies and private studios around the country and abroad. Emily has served as a curator for Dumbo Dance Festival/Wave Rising Series/SoloDuo Festival (2010-2021), guest host for Hatch Presenting Series at The Works Studio, and is the former Co-Producer of APAP at Peridance. She was the Production Coordinator for Director Wes Veldink for Aimee G. Spring Line, and Assistant Choreographer to Pascal Rekoert for Berenik’s Fashion Week presentation. Emily has performed at Teatro Galileo(Spain), Carnegie Hall, The Kravis Center, Lincoln Center, and was featured in the documentary ‘The 20Something Project’, among others. www.EmilyBufferd.com. IG @ebufferd Thank you for listening Jam Fam! Make sure you follow us across social media and don't forget to like and subscribe anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! | |||