Naked and Counting

Magna & Leon address an audience question about teaching styles and how to adapt to terminology that has a different meaning in different scenes. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal MagnaGopal.com ➡️@mrleonrose LeonRose.com

Magna & Leon interview a friend, and previous guest of the podcast, Duane Kingston about dance injuries and recovery. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal MagnaGopal.com ➡️@mrleonrose LeonRose.com

Magna & Leon discuss the difficulties of dealing with relationships ending in the dance community. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal [MagnaGopal.com](http://magnagopal.com/) ➡️@mrleonrose [LeonRose.com](http://leonrose.com/)

Magna & Leon address an audience question about how to handle dances with less-experienced partners for greater enjoyment and expression. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal [MagnaGopal.com](http://magnagopal.com/) ➡️@mrleonrose [LeonRose.com](http://leonrose.com/)

Magna & Leon talk about the difference between salsa marathons & congresses as artists. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal MagnaGopal.com ➡️@mrleonrose LeonRose.com

Magna & Leon talk about the common goals of salsa dancers and the pursuit of On2 mastery. - - - - - - - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram ➡️@nakedandcounting ➡️@magnagopal MagnaGopal.com ➡️@mrleonrose LeonRose.com

Magna & Leon discuss organizers and artists who act unethically and don't honor their commitments.

Magna & Leon discuss the fraudulent behavior taking place within the dance community

Magna & Leon discuss the importance of adapting and trimming of information for a specific purpose when it comes to teaching dance.

Magna & Leon talk about ways to help students on performance teams overcome their nerves, feel comfortable and enjoy the performance experience.

Magna & Leon talk about situations where a sense of entitlement and obligation can make you feel like you're trapped.

Magna & Leon talk about people being extra sensitive to criticism of the things they are passionate about.

Magna & Leon talk about the social barriers to entry when trying out a new dance style.

Magna & Leon talk about the fun and the challenges of outdoor dance events.

Magna & Leon talk about how people's dances change as a result of being in the limelight and on camera.

Magna & Leon talk about leads that are confused or frustrated by followers who do something unexpected.

Magna & Leon talk about the different factors that might influence how students pick their instructors.

Magna & Leon talk about the different motivating factors that influence them as instructors.

Magna & Leon talk about ways to keep salsa alive amidst the rise of bachata and some interesting approaches to dealing with things you don't like on the dance floor.

Magna & Leon talk about how dancers sometimes shift the responsibility for their challenges and struggles onto their partners instead of reflecting and working on their own technique & adaptability.

Magna & Leon talk about the difference in levels based on geography and priority.

Magna & Leon talk about the challenges of self-promotion.

Magna & Leon talk about the best order to learn the styles of salsa.

Magna & Leon talk about 2022 plans. What are your plans that you will follow through on no matter what else happens?

Magna & Leon chat with Nery Garcia about the importance of presentation, gratitude and mindfulness. For more info: Instagram @nerygarcia_official 'Take The Lead with Nery Garcia" on YouTube