Salsa Language Podcast

Salsa Language Podcast
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This is a salsa language podcast. You can hear interviews and interesting conversations with dancers around the world on a variety of topics.

  1. Samuel FunFlow: Salseros vs Bachateros, Understanding Musicality, Unbox Who You Are

    2025-09-08

    Samuel FunFlow: Salseros vs Bachateros, Understanding Musicality, Unbox Who You Are

    This is the interview with Samuel FunFlow at the 2025 Miami Salsa Congress. Samuel is an international dancer, instructor, and choreographer known for his playful energy and versatility across salsa, bachata, zouk, and kizomba. Founder of Funflow Dance and co-creator of Diversidance, he’s dedicated to breaking gender norms and making dance more inclusive. In 2023, he became World Salsa Champion at Salsanamá in the Impro Social Couple category, earning recognition for his magnetic stage presence and engaging teaching style.

    44 min
  2. Alien Ramirez: The Origins of Salsa, Non-Negotiable Skills for Dancers, Dancing on 1 vs Dancing on 2

    2025-09-08

    Alien Ramirez: The Origins of Salsa, Non-Negotiable Skills for Dancers, Dancing on 1 vs Dancing on 2

    This is the interview with Alien Ramirez at the 2025 Orlando Salsa Congress. She is a 24-time world Latin dance champion, shares Salsa Dancing history from Cuban roots to becoming a global phenomenon. She emphasizes the role of discipline, consistency and the importance of understanding salsa’s Afro and ballroom origins, and the need to connect movement with music’s essence. Alien shows that Latin dance isn’t just about footwork or spins—it’s about the grind, the cultural connection, and the soul of dance.

    1h 27m
  3. Jonathan (Guggie) Borges: Becoming an Independent Artist, Adversity, Earning Success

    2025-09-08

    Jonathan (Guggie) Borges: Becoming an Independent Artist, Adversity, Earning Success

    This is the interview with Jonathan (Guggie) Borges at the 2025 New York B.I.G. Salsa Festival. He is a professional dancer from Connecticut, USA. Jonathan shares his humble beginnings at the Latin Rhythms dance studio, training with Yamulee in New York City, and becoming an independent artist with Ana Garcia. Together, they are redefining salsa dancing by creating innovative choreographies and showcasing their personalities through performance.

    55 min
  4. Magna Gopal: Learning Through Curiosity, Missing Piece in Dance Classes, Rough Dances

    2025-09-08

    Magna Gopal: Learning Through Curiosity, Missing Piece in Dance Classes, Rough Dances

    This is the interview with Magna Gopal at the 2025 New York B.I.G. Salsa Festival. Magna discovered her passion for salsa dancing while studying at the University of Toronto. She pursued a career in dance, which facilitated travel to over 80 countries and allowed her to teach thousands of students across the globe. Magna learned invaluable lessons about entrepreneurship, relationships, authenticity, and creativity that she shares with her community within and beyond dance. Magna developed a personal brand that focuses on empowerment through movement, communication, and mindset.

    1h 8m
  5. Alien Ramirez: Cuban Dance Methodologies, Connecting with the Music, Secret for Dancers

    2025-06-15

    Alien Ramirez: Cuban Dance Methodologies, Connecting with the Music, Secret for Dancers

    Interview with Alien Ramirez at Baila Tampa Dance Festival, February 2025

    1h 3m
  6. Peiwei Cobo: Personal Growth, Injury Prevention, Dance Floor Connection

    2025-03-08

    Peiwei Cobo: Personal Growth, Injury Prevention, Dance Floor Connection

    Peiwei started dancing with CoboBrothers Dance Co. in 2016, and is currently the co-director & choreographer of the company, together with James Cobo, she travels national & internationally to teach, perform & social dance. She is currently dancing Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Contemporary at North Carolina Dance Institute. This is my conversation with Peiwei at the Chicago International Salsa Congress 2025.

    30 min
  7. Nery Garcia: Building Relationships, Mastering 5 Moves, Winning Approach to Dancing

    2025-03-08

    Nery Garcia: Building Relationships, Mastering 5 Moves, Winning Approach to Dancing

    Nery Garcia is the founder, owner and director for DanceSWFL. Nery is the original founder and creator of Elegant Rumba Dance Company when he established it in 2008. He is credited with being one of the “World’s Best Leads” by world-renown salsa dancer “Edie, The Salsa Freak,” and is featured on her “World’s Best Leads” DVD series. I spoke with Nery at the Salsa Heat Christmas Gala in December of 2024.

    1h 1m
  8. Anichi Perez: Love for Music, Dance Discovery, Learning and Teaching

    2024-12-02

    Anichi Perez: Love for Music, Dance Discovery, Learning and Teaching

    This is my conversation with Anichi Perez in Ft. Myers, Florida where we met for Nery Garcia's 20th anniversary weekend. Anichi is a musician, dancer, instructor and an educator. He has developed unique training programs designed to help dancers understand musicality. His comprehensive yet easy-to-follow approach to teaching sets him apart. Anichi is a rare artist who creates music and performs his creations on the fly. It is fascinating to witness his creativity and expression in person. He shares interesting details about his personal journey, valuable tips for dancers, and the costly mistakes to avoid.

    33 min
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