In this podcast episode, I interview Shadia Zeidan of Generation Kiz from The Netherlands. Join us as we discuss her upbringing with Venezuelan influence, moving to Rotterdam, how she met Joey, her thoughts on the importance of a followers voice, and more!By Charles Ogar

Join us on the episode with Eric as we discuss following, giving and receiving feedback, “mistakes” on the dance floor, empathy for the opposite role, and more!By Charles Ogar

Join us in this episode as we chat with Iago, a passionate dancer with Japanese heritage, who shares his journey from math teacher to international Lambada instructor. Discover how his dance story began with meeting his first girlfriend, his dynamic partnership with Vanessa. Iago also dives into his unique views on Lambada and Brazilian Zouk. This …

In this episode, I interview William Araujo about his upbringing and how he got started songwriting and producing music.By Charles Ogar

In this episode, I'm grateful for 29 competitors sharing their thoughts about their J&J journey so far. 27 Urbankiz competitors & 2 Brazilian Zouk competitors! This episode is sponsored by the 7th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival! http://www.neokizfest.com and http://www.wherecanwedance.com! You can find the podcast show notes at www.neokizomba.com/podc…

In this episode I interview Jurcic, and he shares his journey with learning to dance, DJ, and some of his experience with kizomba in Benin!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, we talk about his musical background growing up, how he found kizomba, his journey intro music production, and more!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, Alisson and I talk about the importance of intellectual dance content, finding your space in the dance scene, being a nerd, as well as his journey in dance!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, Ruby and I discuss a variety of topics from her dance journey in blues and fusion, competitions, the line between fitness and dance, building a knowledge base, habit formation, and more! This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancer…

In this episode, I discuss the similarities between the art forms of music and dance under the kizomba umbrella to share a perspective of unity. This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancers You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizo…

In the episode, Undine and I talk about her experiences learning kiz initially as a follow and then transitioning to learning how to lead and also being hired as a female lead and to teach ladies styling. We also discuss observations of gender roles in the kiz scene and beyond. This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organi…

In this episode, Carolyn shares awesome travel tips about traveling to Angola to dance kizomba. From where to dance to the VISA requirements, we cover a wide range of topics! This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancers You can find the podcast sh…

In this episode, Shani and I discuss her beginnings in dance, how she found zouk, the LA Zouk Festival started, and more! This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancers You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/102 Who…

In this episode, Teevee and I share our experiences of being entrepreneurs in the dance community over the past couple of years and things we have observed and learned with marketing and growth & retention strategies along with potential dance community roles to help a community thrive This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 …

In this episode, Laurent and I reflect on our friendship and the journey of being a danceprenuer over the past 5 years! This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancers You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/100 Who a…

In this episode, Julz and I have a conversation around shedding light on patriarchy in the kizomba scene. Our goal with the podcast is NOT to attack men or create a division of hierarchy between the genders. We want to bring more awareness to the inequalities that are implanted in our social structure and promote inclusivity for a healthier dance c…

In this episode, Kiri and I talk about her dance background in ballet, her former partnership with Marc Brewer, her transition to Brazil with work with her husband Jaime Aroxa. and much much more! This episode is sponsored by the Dancer's Training Journal 1.0 - Organize your dance journey! https://link.neokizomba.com/trainingjournalfordancers You c…

In this episode, Sonia and I discuss a wide variety of topics *TRIGGER WARNING*. We touch on the vulnerable sides of depression, self-harm, suicide, to self-awareness, self-love; consent, boundaries in life and in the dance scene, and more! You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/097 Who am I? I am a danceprenuer (i…

In the episode, we discuss Efosa's introduction into dance through tango, WCS, and Brazilian Zouk. We talk about intimacy, being black in the social dance scene, white privilege, male privilege, how to support the online dance community during the pandemic, and more! You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/096 Who a…

In this episode, Mickaela and I talk about her dance journey, her childhood dreams, growing up in Sweden, her 1st kizomba festival, her partnership with Jojo, her view on what a fair professional dance partnership ending should be, proper use of showers and more! You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/095 Who am I?…

In this episode, Macarena and I discuss her dance journey, from flamenco to urban kiz, ladies styling, the role of follows in the dance, and more! You can find the podcast show notes at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/094 Who am I? I am a danceprenuer (instructor, event organizer, DJ, mentor, & podcaster) that primarily works in the kizomba scene…

In this episode, Mirty and I discuss her childhood playing sports, bullying, her introduction to Kizomba, how she became partners with Chamalo, taking baths, some cool apps, and more! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/093. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast th…

In this episode, Chamalo and I discuss his introduction to dance, his siblings, experience competing in AfricaDancar, his dance school Castle of Dance, along with his partnership with Mirty! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/092. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a pod…

In this episode, I interview David Ruela, an awesome DJ from Amsterdam. We talk about what he been up to during COVID, his upbringing, how he got started with DJing and music production, as well as his recent kiz remixes! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/091. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your…

In this episode Eliza and I deconstruct traditional dance roles in the scope of leading and following, Eliza shares her experiences are a new follower to kizomba, when she decided start learning to lead, her experiences with other talented follows at socials, and much more! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/po…

In this episode, we talk about Mafalda's current life in Lisbon, her start into dance at an early age, the perspective of urban kiz in Lisbon, beginning to learn Brazilian Zouk, her thoughts about art and more! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/089. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On F…

In the episode, Genevieve and I discuss her beginnings into dance, her travels, her favorite food, the divine energies present in our dance, and much more! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/088. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire da…

In this episode, I discuss what I consider to be our most popular partner dances are in the world and also what their origins have in common. You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/087. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwid…

In this episode we talk about Pilou's dance journey starting from growing up in Martinique to the differences between Brazilian zouk, kizomba, and urban kiz, integration into the Portuguese dance scene, connection versus technique, and having sensuality while maintaining respect on the dance floor, and much more! You can find the show notes for the…

In this episode, Paloma and I discuss how she's coping with COVID, her dance beginnings, the 3 things someone should consider before pursuing a dance career, her partnership with William and much more! You can find the show notes for the podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/085. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podca…

In this episode, Jesica and I discuss her background in dance, her views on respecting the roots of a dance and also embracing fusion, proprioception, human anatomy, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/084. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was …

In this episode, Maria and I discuss her journey through dance from ballroom, salsa, Brazilian zouk, to kizomba, and her recent move to Paris, France. You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/083. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancer…

In this episode, Jerry and I talk about his dance journey through belly dance, ballroom dancing, into Brazilian zouk! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/082. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose hearts have bee…

In this episode, Lindsay shares her journey through figure skating, salsa, kizomba, starting Toca Kizomba, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/081. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose hearts have been…

In this episode, I interview the one and only Brazilian zouk unicorn, Jessica Lamdon, we discuss her background, journey in teaching, her partnership with R'yel, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/080. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was crea…

In this episode, Devon and I talk about how we first met and her journey through life at a young age into adulthood. You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/079. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose hearts have been…

In this episode, Isabel and I talking about her dance journey, kizomba growth in South America, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/078. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose hearts have been touched by…

In this episode, Gui & I talk about his dance life pre and post COVID, how he started dancing in Brazil, the close embrace, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/077. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose…

In the episode, William and I discuss how he got started dancing, his Brazilian and Portuguese culture, international travels, and more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/076. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide wh…

In this episode, my guest Laura Riva comes back to talk about her latest initiative to start an international professional social dance association that can provide training and education for dance professionals to uphold a standard of values to create safer spaces for the international dance community. You can view the show notes for this podcast …

In this episode Laura and discuss the umbrella of share shaming from learning and gaining knowledge over time, historical conflicts, leading by example, and much more! You can view the show notes for this podcast at http://www.neokizomba.com/podcast/074. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created …

Julz Tremblay and I are collaborating for a Women in Kizomba series of podcasts to discuss the topic of women in the kizomba scene. In this episode, we discuss some of the cultural differences in the role of women over time and also in different geographic locations. What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that…

In this episode, Lydia and I discuss her views on making mistakes, slut shaming, femininity, sensuality, the 5 love languages, pedagogy, and more! What is this podcast about? The Dance Your Heart On Fire Podcast is a podcast that was created to inspire dancers worldwide whose hearts have been touched by music and dance. The universal language of da…

In this episode, Caitlin and I discuss the basics of consent for members specifically in the partner dance community. A must listen for students, instructors, DJs, organizers, and promoters!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, I interview Larissa Thayane, an international Brazilian Zouk instructor and event organizer. We discuss how she got started into dance, how she met Kadu, her life in Australia, and her entrepreneurial efforts in dance!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, I interview the talented Juneline Lines and we discuss her dance journey, her struggles and advice on ladies styling as well as her new partnership with Virgil.By Charles Ogar

In this episode, Kate Meier gives us some great perspective and actionable tips to create safer spaces in our dance community from different levels.By Charles Ogar

In this episode, I interview Danielle de Jong about her journey of dance through her life, into kizomba, and her current projects!By Charles Ogar

In this episode, I interview Sophie Madison about her beginnings of dance and kizomba, her journey learning kiz in Paris and her perspective on the role of following.By Charles Ogar

In this episode, my featured guest Julz Tremblay, joins me to discuss her kizomba journey, story behind Amantes do Semba, ginga, her upcoming projects, and more!By Charles Ogar