Ballroom Chat

Dancing with Alec the Bard | Alec Lachman | Episode #67

In Episode 67 of Ballroom Chat, Alec Lachman, aka Alec the Bard, explores the connection between ballroom dance and TTRPGs. Samantha and Alec discuss the process behind creating a mask or character, tips for improvisational storytelling, the importance of failing epically, and how to navigation conflict resolution. Alec Lachman is a professional ballroom dancer and TTRPG content creator. Follow Alec the Bard's journey: https://beacons.ai/alecthebard Support the Podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ballroomchat Ways to see more from Love.Live.Dance and Ballroom Chat: https://www.lovelivedance.com/podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/ballroomchat https://www.instagram.com/ballroomchat

Following the Universe's Timing | JT Thomas | Episode #66

In Episode 66 of Ballroom Chat, JT Thomas discusses her dance career, from classically trained dancer to Smooth Champion to Country dancer. JT and Samantha reflect on how timing, in life as in dance is incredibly crucial, how exploring the essence of movement can take your dancing to the next level, and how planning for failure can lead to your success. JT also explains how country ballroom created an opportunity for her to begin a new chapter after completing her Professional Ballroom career. JT Thomas is a two-time US and World Professional Smooth Champion. She holds a BFA in Dance and is a current adjudicator and judge for ballroom dance. Find out more about JT Thomas: https://masterycamplasvegas.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jt.thomas.940 https://instagram.com/jtizzledance Support the Podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ballroomchat Ways to see more from Love.Live.Dance and Ballroom Chat: https://www.lovelivedance.com/podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/ballroomchat https://www.instagram.com/ballroomchat

Preventing Dance Injury | Alisa Pravdo | Episode #65

In Episode 65 of Ballroom Chat, Alisa Pravdo discusses dance injury prevention and recovery. Samantha and Alisa delve into the common causes of feet and ankle related injuries for dancers and answer some listener questions related to their own injury experiences. Alisa also stresses the importantance of proper strength and conditioning training, cross training, and nutrition for dancers and non-dancers alike. Alisa Pravdo is an assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science. She also is a Board Certified Orthopedics Specialist and a Fellow of Orthopedics in Manual Physical Therapy. Alisa also holds a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Dance from Goucher College. Find out more about Alisa Pravdo: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/Pravdo-Alisa/ Support the Podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ballroomchat Ways to see more from Love.Live.Dance and Ballroom Chat: https://www.lovelivedance.com/podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/ballroomchat https://www.instagram.com/ballroomchat

Inside the Ballroom Box | Duffy Betterton | Episode #64

Duffy Betterton is the owner of Dance Dress Couture, and the Ballroom Box. Samantha and Duffy discuss her entrepreneurial projects and growth as a dance industry vendor. The pair also delve into her dance experience as an amateur in both the ballroom and country ballroom scenes. Find a full transcript of this episode on the Ballroom Chat website. Follow Duffy Betterton's projects: Dance Dress Couture Ballroom Box  (Use code BallroomChat to support the podcast!) Support the Podcast on Patreon! Ballroom Chat Patreon Ways to see more from Love.Live.Dance and Ballroom Chat: Ballroom Chat Podcast Ballroom Chat on Facebook Ballroom Chat on Instagram

SENtertainment | Noël | Episode #63

SENtertainment's owner and founder, Noël, shares his journey from photographing cars as a hobby and passion to becoming a small business owner in the ballroom dance industry. Noël and Samantha discuss learning the ropes from Salsa to Waltz and Peabody and Noël shares some of the behind the scenes technical information  about capturing the perfect dance moment. SENtertainment is a photography and videography business serving the ballroom dance industry.  Follow Noël and SENtertainment: https://www.sentertainmentdigitalmedia.com https://www.Instagram.com/sentertainment.digitalmedia https://youtube.com/c/SENtertainmentDigitalMedia https://sentertainmentdigitalmedia.zenfolio.com/f321987626 View a full transcript of this episode here. Support the Podcast on Patreon! Ballroom Chat on Patreon Ways to see more from Love.Live.Dance and Ballroom Chat: Ballroom Chat Website Ballroom Chat on Facebook Ballroom Chat on Instagram