Talking Dance
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Beyond the stage and spotlight, this podcast uncovers the unseen layers of a dancer’s life. We explore dance politics, economics, sustainable practices, and rest as resistance. From injury prevention to dance psychology, education, and history, we question hierarchies and reimagine movement as care, critique, and change. A space for dancers and thinkers to reflect, resist, and redefine what dance means today.
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The podcast dives into various themes such as dance politics, economics, sustainable practices, and the concept of rest as a form of resistance. Episodes like 'Burnout, Injuries, Recovery & Care in Dance' spotlight topics like chronic fatigue, injury prevention, and psychological aspects of dance, all while challenging existing hierarchies and redefining movement as a form of care and critique.
Beyond the stage and spotlight, this podcast uncovers the unseen layers of a dancer’s life. We explore dance politics, economics, sustainable practices, and rest as resistance. From injury prevention to dance psychology, education, and history, we question hierarchies and reimagine movement as care, critique, and change. A space for dancers and thinkers to reflect, resist, and redefine what dance means today.
How do we process an overwhelming world when words aren't enough? In this episode of Talking Dance, we sit down with researcher and practitioner Niranjana to explore the powerful intersection of movement, mental health, and ecological grief. From uncovering the deep-seated impacts of climate anxiety to exploring how the body can build genuine resilience, Niranjana bridges the gap between dance psychotherapy and real-world accountability. Tune in to discover what it truly means to hold healthy spaces and show up as a responsible movement practitioner in today's changing landscape.What We Discuss in This Episode:The Weight of Climate Anxiety: Niranjana shares insights from her research paper on how environmental dread impacts our collective psyche and daily lives.Building Somatic Resilience: How dance and intentional movement can help us process complex emotions and build psychological strength.Healthier, Accountable Spaces: A look through the lens of dance psychotherapy on how to hold space for others safely and responsibly.The Modern Movement Practitioner: What it means to practice mindfully, ethically, and responsibly in today’s world.Connect with Us:Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sonia_soney/💬 Leave a review and let us know: How does movement help you process anxious times?
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