259. Celebrating FIVE years of WTMM!

Celebrate FIVE years of Words That Move Me with Producer & Host, Dana Wilson, joined by Executive Assistant & Editor Riley Higgins! 
 
Thi...

258. When Are You The Most Yourself? Our 2025 Question of the Year!

257. Sienna Lyons: Strength,Sensuality, Specialization

This is Sienna Lyons on Sensuality, Specialization, and the Strength to Sustain
 
In this episode, Choreographer, Educator, and Dancer Sie...

256. Tracy Phillips: Humility, Hollywood, and The Roosevelt Hotel

255. Notes on Leadership for Leaders with Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens

This is Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens on conscious leadership, cultural stewardship, and the dance program that says “yes” when others say “no”.
In...

254. Will Johnston: Originality, Influence and the Proofread Process

This is Will Johnston on new projects, originality, and the moment in a lunge that changed everything.
In this episode, choreographer and direct...

253. Coming Full Circle with Keone Madrid & The Full Circle Boys

This is The Full Circle Boys & Keone Madrid on evolution, trust, and what becomes possible when creative roles shift.
In this episode, The Full...

252. WHEN, Not IF Injury Happens: Lessons in Resistance

This is an episode on injury, resistance, and the thoughts that become available after you stop fighting what is.
In this episode, Dana shares h...

251. Mel Mah: Dance as Energy, Not Identity

This is Mel Mah on intuition, container-shifting, and letting dance lead you to your voice.
In this episode, Mel Mah, writer, director, producer...

250. The Business Transition of Monsters of Hip-Hop

This is Andy Funk and Jeremy Keeton on legacy, transition, and the next chapter for Monsters of Hip Hop.
In this episode, Andy Funk, founder of...

249. Brinn Nicole: Heels and Motherhood as Pathways to Empowerment

This is Brinn Nicole on evolution, authenticity, and redefining success in dance.
In this episode, professional choreographer and Heels dance in...

248. Moncell Durden: 2.5 Million Years of Dance

This is Moncell Durden on dance education, culture, appropriation, and activism. 
In this episode, renowned dance educator and ethnographer Monc...

247. The Reel Response: Parents of IG Speak Their Truth

246. Will Loftis: Creativity as an Act of Service

This is Will Loftis on creativity as an act of service, finding your personal "in," and the Adele approach to sustainable artistry!
In this epis...

245. Taya Lee: Game Changer

This is Taya Lee on assistant choreography, the clarity of movement, and learning while earning in the dance industry!
In this episode, professi...

244. Kid David: Beliefs, Breaking, and Broadcasting

Kid David on breaking, terrifying tour stories, his Emmy-winning broadcast coverage of the Olympics, and finding freedom through mastery!
In thi...

243. Dance Your Mission Statement with Kai Martinez

Kai Martinez on marketing, empowering women through choreography, jealousy, Anderson. Paak, and all things Encanto!
In this episode, accomplishe...

242. The Power of Adaptability: Comfort Fedoke's Journey Through Dance

Comfort Fedoke on Emotional Choreography, Collaborative Art-Making, and the Power of Adaptability
In this episode, Emmy Award-winning dancer, ch...

241. Defying Gravity: Zoey Anderson on Dance, Magic & Training

Zoey Anderson on Becoming Undeniable Talent, Defying Gravity, and Finding Your Artistic Home
In this episode, Parsons Dance Company principal Zo...

240.Lisa "L-Boogie" Bauford: Be Good Do Good

From Basketball Dreams to Dance Floors: Lisa "L-Boogie" Bauford's Journey of Art, Family, and Finding Light in Darkness
 
Meet Lisa "L-Boo...

239. A New Image: Sydney Mesher Transforms Dance & Disability

Sydney Mesher on Disability Representation, Kicking Down Barriers, and Changing the Entertainment Industry
In this episode, trailblazing perform...

238. How Do Dancers Make Money?

The Business of Dance: Revealing the 3 Paths to Income for Professional Dancers. This episode pulls back the curtain on the financial realities of dan...

237. Erik Cavanaugh: Dancers Come In All Sizes

Erik Cavanaugh (Dicks: The Musical, SavageXFenty, Apple Billboard) joins us on Words That Move Me this week!
Breaking Barriers in Dance: Erik Ca...

236. Jasmine JB Badie: Short and Sweet and Seriously Smart

The Choreographer's Canvas: Jasmine JB Badie on Redefining Stage Direction
 
As both a performer and creator, JB knows the distinction bet...

235. Body Wisdom & Food Freedom for Performers with Sherry Lin

In this eye-opening episode, dancer and registered dietitian Sherry Lin shares her holistic, non-diet approach to nutrition and wellness. Drawing on h...

234.The Movement Multi-hyphenate: Samø Soto’s Journey from Breaking Battles to Breaking Falls

Beyond Boundaries: The Multifaceted Journey of Samø Soto
Join us for a revealing conversation with Samø Soto, a professional who has masterfully...

233. Toni Basil: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the “Hey Mickey” Hitmaker

Behind the Curtain: The Extraordinary Life and Art of Toni Basil
Featuring legendary Choreographer, Dancer, Director, Producer, Recording Artist...

232. Transformative Change: The Delicate Balance of Grit and Grace

Self-improvement is not about perfection, it’s about finding the right balance between pushing yourself and accepting yourself. When pursuing transfor...

231. Persistence + Passion: Tony Testa’s Artistic Journey

Conversations on Creativity: Tony Testa’s Journey from Dancer to Creator
Featuring my lifelong friend and visionary choreographer Tony Testa in...

230. Be Unflappable with Byron Tittle

The Art of Letting Go: Byron Tittle on Dance, Spontaneity & Finding Flow
Featuring Princess Grace Award Winner & industry-bending performer Byro...

229. “I’m Not Working Right Now” and Other Useless Thoughts

Facts vs. Fiction – A Deep Dive into YOUR Thoughts on the Industry’s Changing Landscape
Listen now for a myth-busting exploration of the entert...

228. Marie Poppins: Writes Her Own Rules (on Learning, Auditioning, and Mastering Dance)

Breaking Rules & Breaking Through – A Raw Conversation About Dance, Freedom & Finding Your Way with Marie Poppins:
Watch this episode for all...

227. THAT’S A WRAP ON 2024! A.I, New Years Resolutions, and Where We Go Next

From friendly New Year reflections to game-changing networking strategies – we’re kicking off 2025 with warmth and wisdom:
Plus, we’re mixing se...

226. 2024’s Unfiltered Stories of Struggle in the Entertainment Industry

Diving deep into the unfiltered stories of success and struggle in entertainment:
Plus, we’re exploring the untold stories of every guest from 2...

225. A Dancer’s Guide to Conflict Resolution

Diving deep into the art of conflict resolution this holiday season:
Plus, we’re exploring powerful metaphors, practical conflict resolution tec...

224. Harry Shum Jr. & Shelby Rabara Dare To Dance… and Act & Write

Stepping into the studio with power couple Harry Shum Jr. and Shelby Rabara: 
Plus, we’re exploring impromptu dance demonstrations, trading stor...

223.Leslie Grace – ‘In The Heights’ Debut, Acting Insights & Pocket Philosophies | WTMM Podcast

Unpacking Leslie Grace’s career from ‘In The Heights’ newbie to seasoned performer:
Plus, we’re dishing on the unexpected joys of rehearsal pant...

222. The Full Circle Boys – From Dance Studio to Tricky Stewart’s Recording Studio | WTMM Podcast

The fullest couch I have ever had! From the convention ballroom, to boy band battles, to working with Beyoncé’s producer: our wildest episode yet!

221.Performance Artist & TikTok Star Smac McCreanors’ Dance Career Tips | Words That Move Me Podcast

Join host Dana Wilson as she interviews viral sensation Smac McCreanor on the Words That Move Me Podcast. With 2.8 million TikTok followers, 70+ comme...

220. Taylor James – Starting Over: From Dancer to Director

Taylor is a retired backup dancer turned director and screenwriter. In this episode, we cover everything from sharing the screen/stage with Justin Tim...