There is need of brevity, that the thought may run on. -HoraceThree Thoughts on the Art of Thriving is my shortest podcast episode to date. As the last few episodes have been longer interviews, which, of course, I thoroughly enjoyed, I thou

Beyond Cyphers: Cros One’s Dance Legacy & Business Brilliance

Nov 6th, 2023 48m 43s

Freestyle Session is coming back to Los Angeles on the weekend of November 11 and 12th and I have the honor of having its founder, Cros One on this episode.I was inspired to hear more about how he’s built his various businesses and being tr

From Breakin’ to Breaking Free with Bboy Wicket

Nov 3rd, 2023 48m 19s

BBoy Wicket has dedicated his life to hip-hop culture and its positive impact on society. With a career spanning over two decades as a competitor, judge, and performer, he has become a role model for aspiring breakers worldwide and is currentl

Cultivating Artistry, Gratitude and Resilience with Katy Tate

Nov 1st, 2023 50m 31s

Katy Tate is a true powerhouse in the world of entertainment. I am thrilled to have her on the show, and what makes this interview even more special is that we recorded it just after her recent triumph at the World Choreography Awards.Katy

Navigating the Dance Narrative with Regina Klenjoski

Oct 17th, 2023 48m 1s

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of choreography and artistic expression. Regina Klenjoski shares her insights on the power of experience, the challenges of crafting a complex narrative, and the beauty of collaboration. Join us as

Transforming Pain into Powerful Expression with Joey Cooper

Oct 16th, 2023 54m 47s

Featuring emotional anecdotes and thought-provoking insights, this episode with Joey Cooper offers a deep dive into the world of artistic expression. Joey shares how his personal experiences, including the end of a significant relationship, i

The Creativity and Passion of Flamenco with David Gutierrez

Apr 13th, 2022 42m 15s

Welcome to The DancePreneuring Studio. My name is Annett Bone and this is the place that inspires dance, life and business. I get the joy and the privilege of sharing my journey back into the dance world after a 20 year hiatus, the lessons I'

How to Cultivate the Effective Habits of a Champion

Feb 19th, 2022 1h 19m

Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character. -T. Alan Armstron

How to Optimize The Creative Mindset Inspired by Monet and Banksy

Feb 2nd, 2022 17m 14s

"Creativity comes from a conflict of ideas." -Donatella Versace-If you compare two artists as different as Monet and Banksy, it would be no surprise that there would be opposing, conflicting opinions because of their artistic styles. N

Wisdom and Inspiration on Dance at The World Choreography Awards

Jan 9th, 2022 45m 27s

To create one's own world takes courage-Georgia O'KeeffeIt takes courage to create. It takes courage to be vulnerable, to share your art with the world. Courageous is one word I would easily use to describe the artists in attendance at The

How To Effectively Lead Yourself and Others to More Success

Dec 15th, 2021 1h 4m

"The true mark of a leader is the willingness to stick with a bold course of action — an unconventional business strategy, a unique product-development roadmap, a controversial marketing campaign — even as the rest of the world wonders why yo

Leadership Lessons from Freestyle Session

Dec 1st, 2021 22m 48s

Leadership is lifting a person's vision to high sights, the raising of a person's performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations. —Peter DruckerTo be an effective leader for others, the most imp

Healing Through Dance, Meditation and Movement

Nov 24th, 2021 41m 36s

"We dance for laughter, we dance for tears, we dance for madness, we dance for fears, we dance for hopes, we dance for screams, we are the dancers, we create the dreams.”-Albert EinsteinEven though we are coming out of this pandemic, seems l

How to Have a Better Relationship with Yourself and With Others

Nov 1st, 2021 13m 41s

According to Merriam Webster dictionary, the definition of juxtapose means to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)Interesting is a mild word to describe the work of Jac

How To Be A Better Dance Artist

Oct 18th, 2021 38m 32s

Art is a political act.Dance is discipline and revolt.My body is my country.-Anabella Lenzu (Photo by Todd Carroll)2019 seems so long ago, especially in light of this past year of coming out of the pandemic.Looking back at history of so

The Beautiful Blend of Indian Dance and More Through Blue13 Dance Company

Sep 7th, 2021 53m 31s

Our work has always been rooted in unveiling inequity and celebrating with radical joy in the face of adversity. We are not any one thing to serve to satisfy white centered ideology. We are not inferior in our Bollywood, in our abstract work, o

Silver Linings in a Pandemic

Mar 13th, 2021 46m 45s

All of us are part of a beautiful pageantry of human experience. Let us make the most of this life in all we do.― Laurence OvermireMy lovely guest today has colorfully and beautifully amplified the human experience, through her extensive work i

Thriving in The Betweens

Jan 1st, 2021 1h

Out of clutter, find simplicity. From discord, find harmony. In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity. -Albert EinsteinTo describe this time as difficult is an understatement for most, yet within it lies a surplus of serendipities and loads

How Watching A Live Performance Can Help You Achieve Your Heart's Desire

Nov 19th, 2019 33m 21s

I have attended many live performances in the last few years thanks to podcasting. Not only am I entertained and moved, but I glean many lessons that apply to dance, life and business. The following thoughts are a summary of my experiences at

Being Present and Honoring Your Path to Creativity

Oct 17th, 2019 57m 58s

One thing in life is certain. And that is life is unpredictable. You don’t always know what will happen next. Does that trigger fear? And what is fear to you? Anxiety? The unknown? Or, can you approach fear in a different way, as an acronym

How Decisions Make Dreams Come True

Sep 14th, 2019 36m 25s

What do you do when you are hospitalized in a foreign country and you don’t speak the language? When doctors tell you that you won’t live past age 25? If you’re Hal Banfield, you press through despite these odds. And you know that doctors are N

How an Experiment Became an Experience: The Rise of The Leela Dance Collective

Aug 12th, 2019 33m 31s

What started as an experiment to carry on a legacy, has turned into a successful dance company, The Leela Dance Collective. They have provided incredible experiences to audiences all over the world. Their latest work, Son of The Wind, will b

Self-Growth and The Human Experience

Aug 8th, 2019 9m 57s

Life. Death. And everything in between. The human experience. Reaction. Response. So many aspects of the human experience in this fantastic production entitled “Drift” by Micaela Taylor and her company The TL Collective, presented at one of my

The Journey of Being Brave and Fearless

Jul 6th, 2019 45m 52s

Session Summary: They say that third time’s a charm, but in the case of dancer and author Renee Harris, every time is a charm when she’s been on the podcast. This bonus session is brought to you to promote the July 6, 2019 event for Developin

The Difference Between Good and Outstanding

Jul 4th, 2019 16m 11s

Session Summary:Three dance companies. One good performance. Two outstanding performances. With anything, especially art, the difference between good and outstanding is subjective. This session is a summary of my experiences at three differen