Words That Move Me with Dana Wilson

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49. Pay Attention with Martha Nichols Dec 02, 2020

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For Martha Nichols’ creative process, music is King and spirit is Queen. In this episode Martha and I dig into that process and the beliefs that guide her in life and in art. She reminds us that if you want the accolades you have to do the work, and that if you want a happy and healthy community, you must start with YOU. You must be responsible for managing your mind and your behavior. You MUST pay attention.

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48. Gratitude and Indulgence Nov 25, 2020

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The subject of today's episode is GRATITUDE and INDULGING. Specifically, indulging in celebrations that DON’T clumsily step on other cultures OR leave you and the top button of your pants completely undone. This episode is absolutely NOT holiday-exclusive or Thanksgiving specific. But if you allow yourself to indulge in the list of simple pleasures laid out in this episode (instead of the traditional holiday key players: Food, Booze, and more food), your whole life can become a little more like a party!

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Black Friday Sale: https://www.thedanawilson.com/shop

Promo Code: JAZZED (Limited time offer from Nov 26th - Dec 4th)

Sony A6000: https://amzn.to/3fHxOyB

Tony Testa: http://www.tonytestaofficial.com/about

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47. Lady Boss: Diana Matos Nov 18, 2020

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What happens when the commercial industry doesn’t make you happy anymore… Reinvention, that’s what! My guest this week is a pro at exactly that. Diana Matos bridges the space between street and commercial dance. She dives into the importance of using her creative voice, and the challenges of having a company with members all over the world. We also go deep on the difference between SELFISH and… SOMETHING ELSE, so do a spinal roll down and a few jumping jacks to get yourself warm, and LET’S GO!

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Quick Links:

Diana Matos: https://www.instagram.com/dianamatos/

Motus the Company: https://www.motusthecompany.com/

Fenty Show: https://www.amazon.com/Savage-Fenty-Show-Vol/dp/B08JQNCY8R

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46. LIVE Q&A Vol. 1 Nov 11, 2020

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Welcome to our FIRST but certainly not our last LIVE QUESTION AND ANSWER episode! I am joined by a (fabulous) live (virtual) audience and we cover all the good stuff from dance to dollars and mentors to mental health! Talking to people is CERTAINLY more exciting that talking to a wall in my closet. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!

Quick Links:

"Money Michelle" for Bookkeeping: delegatedbookkeeping.com

Riley Higgins Silent Disco: https://www.instagram.com/rileyhiggins29/

Toni Basil Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmwrNFEzKj9BS45SN41mdIunfcr_sssT9

The Money Book: https://amzn.to/3n6zCDr

The Art of Learning: https://amzn.to/3eJpX2T

John Baldessari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eU7V4GyEuXA

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45. Emotional Backpacks Nov 04, 2020

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This episode is about emotional backpacks… as in backpacks that you put your feelings in when they are not useful in your body (which is where most feelings are kept most of the time for most of the humans ;-) Allow me to explain. Your feelings (all of them) are important and worthy of your attention, but some of them (especially negative emotions like self-doubt, worry, anger, frustration etc.) when kept in your body for long periods of time, can lead to unwanted results. Honor and recognize these emotions ALL emotions as part of the human experience and as such they are valuable so you keep them with you… but they do not need to own your body. You own them and you put them where you put your other belongings. In your backpack!

Show Notes:

Quick Links:

The New York Branch Video: https://www.instagram.com/p/CG31kHqjdIS/

Episode 17: https://www.thedanawilson.com/podcast/ep-17-the-process-of-processing

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44. WTMM x CLI with Dexter Carr Oct 28, 2020

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My guest this week is the picture of hard work + talent + a winning mindset. Dexter Carr is dedicated to his work ( from the cell phone screen to the big screen and to Broadway, and back again). He works hard, and he knows how to get it done (with a team!). Listen in as we talk everything from sweat pants to perfectionism.

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Quick Links:

CLI 2020 Experience: https://2020-experience.clistudios.com/

Dexter Carr's Clothing Line: https://dextercarr.com/shop

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43. Find Your Stage with Joe Lanteri Oct 21, 2020

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Usually Joe Lanteri is the one making the introductions, but this week, I get to introduce you to him! The one and only Joe Lanteri! Joe is the man behind the most renowned training studio in New York City, he started one of the first (and certainly the finest) traveling dance conventions, NYCDA, and he is the founder of the foundation responsible for over 3.5 million dollars in college scholarships to young dancers across the country. Joe. Is. The. Man. And in this episode we get to find out what the man stands for. Joe talks about making decisions, the value of money, the value of working hard and he makes a strong point about priorities. Grab a seat (and a notebook) and ENJOY!

Show Notes:

Quick Links:

NYCDA: http://nycdance.com/

Steps on Broadway: https://www.stepsnyc.com/

NYCDA Foundation: http://nycdance.com/foundation

Outliers:https://amzn.to/3595MXQ

The Creative Habit: https://amzn.to/35cC04i

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42. WTMM X CLI with Heather Morris Oct 14, 2020

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Heather Morris and I talk about how dance lessons are life lessons...AND THEN we dig into all the things dance didn’t prepare us for. We talk about our paths that have landed us where we are today. We talk about success, failure, and we laugh through everything in between.

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Quick Links:

Heather Morris: https://www.instagram.com/heatherrelizabethh/
CLI 2020 Experience: https://2020-experience.clistudios.com/

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41. Your Voter Checklist Oct 07, 2020

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This episode is a voter checklist! NOTE: If you are 18 and have figured out how to order food online, you are absolutely capable of registering to vote. If you have ever done a jigsaw puzzle with more than 11 pieces, you are capable of following this checklist. Furthermore, if you are a person who is interested in freedom, it is your duty to follow this checklist.

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Quick Links:

https://www.vote.org/

Pledge to register to vote: https://www.vote.org/pledge-to-register/

Become a poll worker: https://www.eac.gov/help-america-vote#section-sign-up

Check registration: https://www.vote.org/am-i-registered-to-vote/

Polling place: https://www.vote.org/polling-place-locator/

How to Vote in Every State: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7SMwipBlDwBPEwxq8QD8sw

Ballotpedia: https://ballotpedia.org/

Make your voting plan: https://www.ballotready.org/

Track your ballot: https://ballottrax.com/

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40. Partnering Solo with Taja Riley Sep 30, 2020

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This episode shines a light on talent, transition, and trauma. Taja Riley and her alter, Kim Visions, join us to talk about our responsibility to create (the work of our dreams, and a legacy for the future), but we also discuss our responsibility to dismantle… our stigmas around mental health. Please continue with curiosity and compassion… and enjoy!

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Quick Links:

Mental Health Resources:

National Institute for Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: https://dmh.lacounty.gov/our-services/

Mental Health America Alternative Medicine: https://www.mhanational.org/complementary-alternative-medicine-mental-health-conditions

Mental Health Services (CA) https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Pages/MentalHealthPrograms-Svcs.aspx

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