In this episode of Bee Balm Presents, host Julia Paganelli Marín welcomes back Michael Vasquez from 3levated Dance, a versatile dance instructor with a passion for salsa, bachata, hip hop, cha-cha, and ballroom dancing. Michael opens up about the transformative power of dance in his life, emphasizing its role as a universal language of emotion and expression. Michael shares how dance has enabled him to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience.

Michael talks with Julia about his own writing practice and about how his poetry serves as a reflection of his journey through life's illusions to a place of self-compassion and growth. This episode explores the symbiotic relationship between life and dance, urging us to see the art in every individual's expression and to embrace the diverse tapestries of human experience. Join us for an inspiring journey through dance, poetry, and the art of living.

Bee Balm Presents is a ⁠⁠⁠Bee Balm Arkansas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ project in partnership with the Listening Lab⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at KUAF National Public Radio.

Bee Balm Presents Host: Julia Paganelli Marín

Bee Balm Presents Producer: Micah Poor

Listening Lab Coordinator: Emerson Alexander

KUAF Executive Director: Leigh Wood

Special thanks to Avery Martin for permission to use their song “Peach Pretender”. It's a sneak peek from their unreleased EP by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avery Lee and The Sweeties⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ dropping in Spring 2024. 

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