Naked and Counting

E128 Shame On You 31.08.2022 22:43 ↓

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

E127 Fraudsters & Sheisters 17.08.2022 12:06 ↓

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

E126 Trim That Sh** 03.08.2022 18:44 ↓

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

E125 One For The Team 20.07.2022 13:23 ↓

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

E124 Hostage 06.07.2022 19:16 ↓

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

E123 It's Too Sensitive 22.06.2022 17:27 ↓

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

E122 Who Do You Think You Are 08.06.2022 12:43 ↓

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

E121 Better To Let It Out 25.05.2022 11:48 ↓

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

E120 Lights, Camera, Action! 11.05.2022 13:21 ↓

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

E119 I'm Confused 27.04.2022 18:33 ↓

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

E118 How Would You Pick Your... 13.04.2022 14:34 ↓

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

E117 What's Your Motivation? 30.03.2022 14:44 ↓

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

E116 Stayin' Alive 16.03.2022 14:53 ↓

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.

E115 Weight Shift 02.03.2022 11:48 ↓

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.

E114 Levels To This Game 16.02.2022 17:27 ↓

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

E113 Camera Shy 02.02.2022 9:34 ↓

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

E112 What's Your Order 19.01.2022 21:26 ↓

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

E111 No Matter What 05.01.2022 14:22 ↓

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

E110 Fashionably Mindful w Nery Garcia 22.12.2021 19:53 ↓

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

E109 Seniors Retreat 08.12.2021 14:24 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about Leon's first experience back at a congress with his congress crew.

E108 Trolls 24.11.2021 13:20 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about their experience with trolls in their comments, trying to understand them and how to handle them. Original blog article: https://www.magnagopal.com/blog/remember-when-trolls-were-cute/

E107 Lock Me Down Again 10.11.2021 14:08 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about the things they miss from lockdown and the importance of taking a break and disconnecting every so often.

E106 Good DJs vs Bad DJs 27.10.2021 16:43 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about the difference between good DJs and bad DJs and the role of our musical preferences.

E105 Do You Like It Solo? 13.10.2021 12:03 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about returning to the stage, solo shows, and the stresses behind performing.

E104 Hip Thrust 29.09.2021 15:07 ↓

Magna & Leon talk about the activities in their lives that have had the most positive contribution to their dance abilities.