What a Jazz podcast

Andrew Hsi is a dancer, performer, musician. In this episode, he shares his story of starting to dance in Beijing and later moving around different continents. We talk about the process of honing a craft, copying versus getting inspired, and what really goes on inside of us when we’re performing. Andrew shares his biggest sources of inspiration and a sneak peek at his experience of meditating in s...

Dancer, performer, comedian, and an overall inspiring artist Egle Stasiulyte joins us to talk about the career as a comedian and performer, the healing power of humor, laughing, and connecting with people in various environments - from refugee camps to hospitals. We discuss the role of dance and creativity in our lives, the book that made a huge impact on our creative selves, and the choice betwee...

This episode's guest is Jenna Applegarth. She is a professional dancer, performer, instructor, event organiser and the creator of Applejacks shoes. We talk about self-identity, the work-life balance and being a freelancer, body image, organising Lindy Focus and what it takes to have a strong dance partnership.

In this episode we talk with Ron Dobrovinsky. He is a dancer, teacher, the owner of Swing it dance studio in Israel and a fitness trainer. We talk about hobbies becoming passions becoming full time jobs, what it takes to run a local dance studio before and during the pandemic, taking care of your body and finding your voice as a dancer and artist.

In this episode we talk with Pavlina Grombiri Korcova. She is a scene leader, community builder and dancer from Brno, Czech Republic. We talk about the challenges of running a dance school during the pandemic, traveling internationally and teaching locally, the values behind a community and what it means to become a leader and a mother.

In this episode we talk with Martynas Stonys. We discuss the process of changing career paths, building a community and being an authentic dancer and teacher. We ponder on how a dance studio should be run and who we are versus how we are seen.

In this episode we talk with Peter Kertz. We share our pandemic consolations and realisations, hopes and uncertainties, and a few good laughs. Peter talks about his homes in Los Angeles and Montpellier, what role dancing plays in his life and embracing changes.

The first What a Jazz podcast episode is here! We sat down to talk with Gabrielė Mickutė, she is a dancer and a doctor, currently working with Covid-19 patients. We discuss challenges, fears and what it takes to go through these uncertain times.