On today’s special episode we celebrate the life of our dear friend Sean Viator. Sean’s overflowing passion for dance and exceptional talent the lives of so many within the dance community. His legacy lives on through his peers, his students, and his friends, who Sean undoubtedly inspired to take the spotlight and shine. Join us as we remember a beiaitful soul of the dance industry family.

Sean’s Inside Dance Podcast Episode:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/30BDKCHuCQBhOgGt09YbOt?si=w0tDNIPjRwO7rTP1YBin_A

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It was tough to write a title for this weeks guest because he has literally done about every job in the books! Please welcome Jason Williams to the Podcast! You’ve seen him on shows like SYTYCD, DWTS, Jimmy Kimmel, RuPaul’s Drag Race and star in films like FAME and Hairspray LIVE! In addition to dancing for countless artists, you can find him teaching his master class program the Jason Williams Experience nationwide. We had a blast chatting with him and know that you will enjoy his interview! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and drop a review!

SOCIALS:
Jason Williams - @thejasonwilliamsexperience
Us! - @insidedancepodcast
Alex - @alexyonk
Taylor - @tbradchoreo

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Do you feel that ray of sunshine? That’s just this weeks bubbly guest, Jillian Gambino! This Michigan native is now a Vegas resident and shares she secrets to juggling multiple jobs, gigs, and performing. Your hosts kick off the episode with the discussion of pride and what it means to be proud as a dancer. As always, be sure to rate, review and subscribe!

SOCIALS:

Jillian - @jilliangambino

Us! - @insidedancepodcast

Alex - @alexyonk

Taylor - @tbradchoreoDo you feel that ray of sunshine? That’s just this weeks bubbly guest, Jillian Gambino! This Michigan native is now a Vegas resident and shares she secrets to juggling multiple jobs, gigs, and performing. Your hosts kick off the episode with the discussion of pride and what it means to be proud as a dancer. As always, be sure to rate, review and subscribe!

SOCIALS:

Jillian - @jilliangambino

Us! - @insidedancepodcast

Alex - @alexyonk

Taylor - @tbradchoreo

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IDP welcomes the lovely Menina Fortunato! You may recognize her from Star Trek: Enterprise or Britney Spears’ iconic Pepsi commercial. Most recently Menina is the founder of Business of Dance, an online dance mentoring program coaching young dancers world wide. Don’t miss her insights and tips to succeed in the dance industry! Be sure to drop a review and throw us some stars in that review box. Happy dancing!

SOCIALS:
Menina - @meninafortunato
Us! - @insidedancepodcast
Alex - @alexyonk
Taylor - @tbradchoreo

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NYU Tisch graduate Garet Wierdsma joins up this week on IDP. Founder of Garet&Co, she speaks on the importance of making your own work, fostering a community both in and out of the studio, and how she built her dance company from the ground up.

SOCIALS:

Garet - @garetwierdsma

Garet&Co - @garet.co

Us! - insidedancepodcast

Alexandra - @alexyonk

Taylor - @tbradchoreo

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Join us as we chat with the Resident Director for America’s Got Talent: Superstars playing at The Luxor - Danita Salamida-Eldridge! Listen to our discussion of tours, dance captains, and big time career decisions. Taylor and Alex discuss start by discussing all things stage names. Be sure to follow and subscribe!

SOCIALS:
Us! - @insidedancepodcast
Danita Salamida-Eldridge - @dsneldridge
Alex - @alexyonk
Taylor - @tbradchoreo

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Today we are joined by Cornell University's Dance Team Coach, Amanda Hernandez as well as Co-Captains Bianca Jimenez & Jasmine Mustafa. This year, Amanda led the team into becoming the first Ivy League school to make D1 Finals at UDA Nationals, a huge accomplishment for any team but especially in the name of the Ivys. We discuss how this team has built it's reputation from the ground up, balancing school schedules, game schedules, school funding, & how your high school dance team experiences can pave the way to a successful future. Don't forget to checkout Cornell's Dance Team "Giving Day" this upcoming March 14th! Link to donate: https://givingday.cornell.edu/campaigns/cornell-university-dance-team

SOCIALS:

Cornell Dance Team: @cornelldanceteam

Us!: @insidedancepodcast

Taylor: @tbradchoreo

Alex: @alexyonk

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This week’s guest boasts credits like Prince, Ricky Martin, and Gwen Stefani both on the creative and talent side - Jill Hillier! She has worked for years alongside Jamie King and shares her story from a young Ohio native dancer to an international presence! You don’t want to miss this one. Be sure to hit the subscribe button and throw us a review. Happy dancing!

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT:
Interior:
https://www.garetwierdsma.com/interior

SOCIALS:
Jill Hillier - @jillhilier4
Us! - @insidedancepodcast
Alex - @alexyonk
Taylor - @tbradchoreo & @tbrad10

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