The Real Future – Street Dance Conversations
The Real Future - Street Dance Conversations
Podcast Description
Photographer John Nyboer sits down with street dancers in his Los Angeles studio to talk about the world’s largest arts movement. Explore the stories, struggles, and history of street dance through authentic conversations with top artists.
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Explores themes of street dance culture, artist journeys, and community dynamics with episodes highlighting personal stories, such as the struggles of immigrants in dance, the impact of global competitions, and the evolution of hip-hop dance styles.
Conversations from the heart of the cypher. Hosted by Los Angeles movement photographer John Nyboer, The Real Future explores the history, culture, and future of global street dance. Filmed at his L.A. studio, John sits down with the world’s top hip hop dancers, poppers, lockers, animators, breakers, and choreographers for deep-dive discussions and spontaneous live drum and dance sessions. From underground battles to industry stages, discover the stories and styles behind the world’s largest arts movement. Subscribe to join the culture.
What is the value of raw, in-person confrontation in a social media era? Guest Alvin Désir joins photographer Nyboer on The Real Future to discuss face-to-face confrontation, dance cyphers as proving grounds, and they end with a live drum and dance improvisation.
Missed the beginning? Watch The Real Future Episode 27 (Part 1).
Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro & Discretion Notice
(00:44) The Diminishing Skill of In-Person Communication
(05:53) Proving Grounds: Evolution of the Dance Cypher
(11:39) Pivoting Priorities: Family vs. The Dance Community
(13:33) Finding Freedom: Chasing Hollywood Dreams in LA
(28:46) Navigating the Realities and Illusions of Los Angeles
(34:17) Behind the Lens: The Host's Photography Journey
(45:19) Rant Against Efficiency: The Socioeconomic Impact of AI
(54:32) Episode Outro & Instrumental Improv
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- Production, Writing, Concept, Design, Video, Audio, Music, Photography by John Nyboer
- Movement by Alvin Désir
ABOUT THE REAL FUTURE PODCAST
Hosted by Los Angeles-based movement photographer John Nyboer, The Real Future is a dedicated street dance podcast exploring the history, culture, and future of global hip-hop. From underground battle cyphers to industry stages, the show features raw interviews, dance discussions, and live drum and dance sessions.
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