Lost in Tango: concepts that challenge most (beginner) dancers

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Would You Pay for a Tanda?

Would you pay for a guaranteed tanda with anyone you wanted?In this episode, I dig into the world of taxi dancers - a subject that never fails to divide opinions. For some, it’s a lifeline: a bridge to the tandas they dream about in communities where imbalance makes dancing scarc ...  Show more

How Tango Shapes Who We Become - With Mitra Martin

What keeps us coming back to tango - even after the moments when we’re ready to quit?In this episode, I sit down with Mitra Martin to explore the cycles of belonging, the archetypes we step into, and the surprising ways tango changes us over time. From the first spark at La Virut ...  Show more

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