Words That Move Me with Dana Wilson

Finally! This week, Dana Wilson reacts to 6 of the funkiest dance videos from across the internet, including one from her deeply funky dance hero, Yoshie. We have talked about making this video for a while now, and it was worth the wait! Please enjoy Dana’s various facial contortions and involuntary outbursts.  Watch the full video here.   Show Notes: Here are all the videos from this episode: G-Splash Yoshie Ghetto Funk Collective PJ Turner & Tashina Beckmann FireLock vs Tiffany Bong JJ vs Tian Tian 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

Dana Wilson hosts Kat Burns on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! This is Kat’s third time stepping into the WTMM hot seat, and we are not sure you’re ready for how smart, genuine, and FUNNY Kat is. Between laughs, you’ll catch them in conversation about The Choreographer’s Guild (which Kat is president of), self-tape pet peeves, some of Kat’s personal goals, and a fantastic question from a surprise guest caller! Watch this full episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Kat on IG Learn more about Kat here Learn more about the Choreographers Guild Listen to Kat’s...

Dana Wilson hosts Rotem Alima on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! Rotem is an Academy Award-winning Producer featured in Forbes 30 under 30 in 2016. This episode gives you the script for saying yes to your dreams when others tell you no. Get ready to be mesmerized by Rotem’s determination and roller coaster ride of making her dreams come true. Fill up your motivation cup and enjoy listening to the fabulous Rotem Alima!  Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before October 7th 2023 Watch this full episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Rotem on IG Listen to Marguerite’s Episode Watch Marty’s Episode 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  Full Episode Transcript Here  

Dana Wilson hosts Alexander Chung on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! Alex has 500k YouTube subscribers and even more jokes. In this episode, we talk about what creativity is to us and how we create work and a sense of community. We also dig into the mentorship programs that have taken the dance community by storm. Find out why Alex runs his the way that he does and what Dana thinks about the rest of them.  Watch the full episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Alexander on IG Learn more about the Choreographers Guild Watch Marty’s Episode Listen to the Seaweed Sisters Episode Watch Galen’s Episode 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

If you think artists (like choreographers and dancers) will be the last to be affected (read: taken out) by AI, this episode is for you. Thanks to my work with the Choreographers Guild, I am learning a lot about artificial intelligence and what it means for dancers and choreographers. This week, I’m sharing (almost) everything I’ve learned so the dance community can have an empowered voice in the conversation about AI. We get into terminology, some heartening news, some scary potential futures, and I demystify AI concepts with the help of dance world metaphors… YAY! Watch the full interview here.  Show Notes: Learn more about The Choreographer’s Guild Watch Hozier’s All Things End Music Video Read the Hollywood Reporter Article Check out Openai Listen to The Seaweed Sister Episode Watch Tobias’ Episode  Listen to Mandy’s Episode   Other resources from this video: https://www.javatpoint.com/types-of-artificial-intelligence https://codebots.com/artificial-intelligence/the-3-types-of-ai-is-the-third-even-possible https://builtin.com/artificial-intelligence/types-of-artificial-intelligence 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

Dana Wilson co-hosts the Words That Move Me Podcast with Ava J. Bernstine-Mitchell this week! They cross-interview each other in celebration of 200 EPISODES OF WTMM! We go way back to  #JustinTimberlake’s Future Love Sex Show world tour; we talk tips for women interested in working in Television/ Film and the role of “being likable,” we talk about being a guest in Hip Hop culture, and we gush about the people who inspired us. Thanks to everyone for being around for 200 episodes! Here’s to what’s next Watch this full episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Ava on IG Listen to The Dance Room Podcast Dance at The Flava Project Watch the Janet Carnival rehearsal video Listen to Ava and Terri’s Episode Watch Codie’s Episode Listen to Jason’s Episode Watch Marty’s Episode Listen to Reina’s Episode Listen to Chloe’s Episode 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

Dana Wilson hosts Marlee Hightower on the Words That Move Me Podcast this week! During her quick trip to LA, Marlee sat in the “hot seat” to talk about hip hop, social media, Motiv Dance, training/ teaching, and what she believes makes the mark of a good class! We also dig into the role of honesty and persistence and how her rebellion in dance has led her to where she is today. Watch this full episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Marlee on IG Visit Motiv Dance  Connect with Motiv Dance on IG Listen to the Seaweed Sisters Episode Watch Zuce’s Episode Hiatus Kaiyote Tawk Tomahawk (Full Album) 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

This week, Dana Wilson hosts Yoe Apolinario on the Words That Move Me Podcast! They talk about Yoe’s new book “So You Want to Move to LA?” and some surprising stories that connect them (including finding out they were let go from a job on Instagram… #OUCH). Listen in on Yoe’s experience dancing with Usher, the transition from competition studio to Los Angeles, and a good old-fashioned game of fu*k, marry, kill. Watch this episode on Youtube.   Show Notes: Connect with Yoe on Instagram  Purchase Yoe’s Book List to Adrienne’s Episode Watch Marty’s Episode Listen to Popin’ Pete’s Episode Children of Blood & Bone 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

This week, Dana Wilson hosts Rhapsody James on the Words That Move Me Podcast! Rhapsody is one of the most mentioned people on #WTMM because of Dana’s legendary mime audition story. Hear about it from Rhap’s POV and get the scoop on how they both get the most out of themselves and the people they work with!  This episode has a high dynamic range, from light and laughter to the depths of creative darkness.  Watch this episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Rhapsody on IG Connect with Rhapsody on her website Work with Lorin Eric Salm  Watch Marty’s 2nd episode Listen to Marty’s 1st episode Listen to Loriin’s episode 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

This week, Dana Wilson hosts Galen Hooks on the Words That Move Me Podcast! This episode is like having a chat with your hero and your best friend all at once! We talk about Galen’s awesome new On Demand lessons and how they’re different from training in person. We dive deep into metrology and where Galen stands on how choreographers are organizing! AND we introduce a new tool for communicating your work! This episode is rock solid. ENJOY! This episode is available to watch on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Galen on IG Listen to Galen’s First Episode  Buy Galen Hooks Method On Demand  Listen to Spenser & Jermaine’s episode  Listen to Smac’s episode Listen to Ardyn’s episode Learn more and join the Choreographers 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

We’re more than halfway into January; how are your New Year’s resolutions??? I’m not antagonizing you. I’m WITH YOU! I’ve fumbled and recovered more times than I can count, but guess what? I’m not mad at myself! I feel FLOW. I feel compassion. I feel a forward momentum that is sustainable, and I’m here to help you find it, too. This episode dives into resolutions, goals, and the one actionable step that can help you accomplish them all year long. This episode is available to watch on youtube.   Show Notes: Learn from Gary Imhoff Listen to Gary’s episode  Learn more about the Thought Model with Brooke Castillo 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Executive Assistant and Editor Riley Higgins joins Dana Wilson on the Words That Move Me Podcast to wrap up the 2023 season! Celebrity crushes will be named, favorite music videos will be recounted, some loving body talk will be talked, and plenty of laughs will be shared (at the appropriate time)! Watch this episode HERE Show Notes: Listen to ALL of our 2023 episodes here Watch our newest 2023 episodes here 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

This episode is a grab bag full of solid gold as we ask every single guest from 2023 for one bad habit they want to kick… And why! Watch this episode here. Show Notes: Listen to ALL of our 2023 episodes here Watch our newest 2023 episodes here 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Dana Wilson hosts Robert Green this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll want to make stuff because Dana and Robert talk about how #FEELINGS fuel our art and lives. In this episode, Robert gets very emotional in sharing about a recent car accident and the details of how his mother’s sacrifices shaped his life. Feelings have carried Robert through his career dancing with superstars like Lil Nas X, Sam Smith, and Taylor Swift, and this episode encourages you to feel it all! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get your blue ball earrings here! Use "BLUEBALLSLOL" to get 15% off!  Show Notes: Connect with Robert on IG Work with Lorin Eric Salm Work with Gary Imhoff Listen to our episode with Lorin Eric Salm Gary Imhoff Popin Pete Clear Talent Group The Seaweed Sisters 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Dana Wilson hosts Max Pham this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! Max has been climbing the dance industry ladder, stopping off to dance on tour with Ariana Grande and Justin Timberlake and to choreograph in Netflix’s Dance 100. Max and her talk about life after the high-up and glorious moments and what it looks like to climb back down that ladder.   Watch this episode HERE   Show Notes: Connect with Max on IG Take class with Max at Movement Lifestyle 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Dana Wilson hosts Randi Freitas this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! This conversation *flows* from Breaking at the Olympics, the range of the queer experience, and approaching uncomfortable conversations about identity on set. Randi, you are truly one of a kind, and she will gladly lend you a tampon any day of the week/month. Watch this episode HERE. Show Notes: Take class with Randi at Movement lifestyle  Go see the Hip Hop Nutcracker Become a Choreographers Guild Member  Check out Dancer’s Alliance Rates 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Building and maintaining healthy relationships is a critical component of longevity and fulfillment in the entertainment industry. In this episode, I share my favorite tool for tending to challenging relationships (including the one you have with yourself). Whether you are on set, on stage, or on the street, this tool will restore your capacity to love yourself and others. Take the empowered position in all of your personal and professional relationships with this quick 20-minute dose of mind management. Watch the episode here. Show Notes: For more DANA For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY  To donate to WTMM...

Dana Wilson hosts Lyric Cruz this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! All you need to know about Lyrik is that he’s a proud Puerto Rican who shines brighter than the sun!... They also talk about his very atypical experience growing up in Chicago, breaking cycles of body shaming, dance activism with the Choreographers Guild, and the importance of mentorship. So, settle in and enjoy the cup of energy that is Lyrik Cruz. Sign Up for our Free Call on November 7th at 3 pm Pacific and 6 pm Eastern Watch this episode here. Show Notes: Connect with Lyrik on IG Become a Bopsidy Member Become a Choreographers Guild Member 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  Full Episode Transcript Here

Dana Wilson hosts Tobias Ellehammer this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! Join us as we dig into Tobias’s creative path and process, from breaking in Denmark to breaking boundaries in Los Angeles and beyond. Tobias’s body of work is singular and spectacular. His choreography is built to leave your jaw (and possibly your body) on the floor. His mind is built to tell stories. His spirit is built to connect. Simply put, this episode is built to inspire! Watch the episode here.  Show Notes:   Connect with Tobias on IG Subscribe to Tobias’ channel  Take Tobias’ class at Millennium  Watch Zuce’s Episode #186  Watch Codie Wiggins Episode #185 Watch the opening scene of LA LA Land  Watch Marty’s Purple Rain Carnival performance  Listen to the In the Heights episode #78  Listen to Kat Burns episode #16  Listen to Mandy’s episode #125  Listen to Vincent Paterson’s episode #158 Read The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp 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

Dana Wilson hosts Zuce Morales this week on the Words That Move Me Podcast! Zuce (a Locker, Whacker, and Popper and beyond) talks about the meaning of funk and what it was like to win her first Red Bull Dance Your Style battle. We also dig into what it means to be an immigrant woman leading the street dance community in Los Angeles. Get ready for the funk, the whole funk, and nothing but the funk. Watch this episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Connect with Zuce on IG Take Zuce’s Locking Classes at Millennium  Take Zuce’s Whacking class at Movement Lifestyle  Read Dana’s book (“The Funk Era and Beyond”) Read Zuce's book ("Funk") Listen to Arnel Calvario’s episode #171 Listen to Lilly Frias episode #71  Listen to Jason Bonner’s episode #9  Dance at Let’s Lock  Dana’s “slocking” video Listen to one of Zuce's class playlists Battles: Zuce vs Good Gold  Yoshei and Salah FireLock vs Tiffany Jimini Bong Greenteck & JRock vs Kid Boogie & Boogie Frantick Lil Jiang vs Flo Master Hurrikane vs Flo Master For more DANA For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY  To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER