Today I caught up with an old friend. Vinh Nguyen is a Kinjaz member, an alumni Director/member of SGBM, alumni dancer of Urban Fx and Future Shock SD. He started his career in SD and is now an International Choreographer.

Boba Talk w/ Arnel Calvario x Anna Sarao

Arnel joins me for a discussion on addressing the sexual abuse that has been happening in the dance world. We talk about the survivors coming out online, share space for solutions, and answer questions from viewers. Some topics covered:

• Keeping survivors safe moving forward

• Sharing what's being done currently on teams

• Abuse of Power vs Accountability

• Resources for Education, How to Listen when Survivor comes to you, and what Directors can do

For more info on sexual assault/awareness/reporting, please visit:

www.RAINN.org

Boba Talk w/ The Kinjaz ⚔️🐯⚔️!!!

The Kinjaz are a collective of some of the top Asian American urban choreo dancers from our Community. You've seen their performances on WOD and ABDC. They are also actively putting out some dope choreography/ videos thanks to Gerald Nonato (VIBRANCY MEDIA)!!! The Kinjaz are the leaders of a new generation of dancers and still remain the homies. With members rooted in Kaba Modern, PAC Modern, The Company, CADC, GRV to name just a few - they have a bond and brotherhood that deserves to be celebrated. They open up about their origin stories | WOD moments | their experience on the group| urban choreo vs hip hop and life lessons for younger dancers. So dope to be able to share with them. Thanks for sharing homies 💓.

Ohhhhh and I'll also be on the Kinjaz PodKast: Movement In The Shadows sharing my story too!!!

Audio provided by: The Kinjaz

Check out the Youtube Video on my channel : [ANNASARAO].

"Boba Talk w/ Anna Sarao"

Episode 50 - Tommy Moseley (San Diego)

Good Life Systems (Owner)

Author "Aloha from Nebraska"

Podcast Host "Pervasive Happiness"

Grab a Boba and get to know this amazing human!! Tommy is an old friend who I go way back with!!! His journey from a crack dealer to hip hop dancer to Outreach Pastor to Happiness Guru /Founder will have you cracking up. Seriously though, he shares so much authentic wisdom and life experience - this episode is one of my favorites.

I had to shorten it because my hard drive combusted from all the truth bombs he was dropping!!! Enjoy...

Also, if you'd like a copy of his book - just leave a comment below!

Thanks for sharing Tommy : )

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition

"Boba Talk w/ Anna Sarao"

Episode 23 - DJ Mane 1 (San Diego)

Local San Diego DJ

Super B-Beat Boys

Grab a boba and hang out with us!!! Mane schooled me on his

experience growing up in Hip Hop culture as well as shared tips

for aspiring young Dj's. He had a unique perspective on the role

culture and ethnicity play in his life. I appreciated the dialogue

because of the identity crisis I also feel when speaking on my

love for hip hop music/dance. It was awesome to hear Mane

articulate his viewpoint so confidently ...especially with the

racial tensions we are experiencing nowadays.

Thanks for stopping by bro! : )

Filmed by: AMS

Edited by: Anna Sarao

Logo Design: Mappy (Soulidified Production)

Song Credit: "So Good" by Tuxedo

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition

For more info: [email protected]

"Boba Talk w/ Anna Sarao"

Episode 45 - Carlo Atienza (Vancouver/ Canada)

The Faculty (Founder/Director)

24/7 Company (Director)

Harbour Dance Center (Instructor/Prof. Choreographer)

Grab a Boba and get to know Carlo! Carlo is an amazing storyteller,

choreographer, and dancer from Vancouver, Canada. His team "24/7"

is the current Body Rock Dance Competition Champion. He also

directs the all star / all male company "The Faculty". In this chat,

we about his early influences and what led him to the career he has

today. He also shares what the Canadian dance scene was like

as well as his experience in the USA. Lots of laughs and some

serious dance advice shared too! Thanks again for making time for

this before judging BR JUNIOR Carlo!

Filmed by: AMS

Edited by: Anna Sarao

Logo Design: Mappy (Soulidified Production)

Song Credit: "So Good" by Tuxedo.

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition

"Boba Talk w/ Anna Sarao"

Episode 40 - Gerald Nonato (OC/LA)

Vibrancy

Kinjaz

Grab a Boba and get to know the man behind the lens...who

seems like he shoots everyone's videos in the community!

Gerald shares about his dance background and gives advice

to those who may want to start a career in video/media.

Did you know Gerald started as a dancer on Barkada Modern, Team

Millennia, Ivy League and BREED?! His dance experience helped

to shape how he works with artists now as well as opened doors

to the kind of work he does.

To intern for him, email : [email protected]

Thanks for sharing Gerald!!!

Filmed by: AMS

Edited by: Anna Sarao

Logo Design: Mappy (Soulidified Production)

Song Credit: "So Good" by Tuxedo.

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition

"Boba Talk w/ Anna Sarao"

Episode 44 - Angie Bunch

Culture Shock Dance Troupe (Founder/ CEO)

Culture Shock Dance Center (Co-Owner)

San Diego Dance Pioneer

Grab a Boba and get to know this amazing woman! Angie started her

career as a Nike Fitness Elite. She fell in love with hip hop dance in

the late 80's/early 90's and spearheaded the first hip hop dance class

at Mesa College. She also used this platform along with her sponsor

ship by Nike to create the first nonprofit hip hop dance troupe -

Culture Shock. Culture Shock has spread nationally and at one time

was International. The professional organization also mentors youth

teams called Future, Mighty, and Mini Shock.

Episode 43 - Jonathan Sison (Tha Most)

The Most (Founder/Director)

Culture Shock SD / FSSD Alumni

Snowglobe Perspective/ CSDC (Instructor)

Bloc Talent Agency

Grab a Boba and get to know Jonathan! He started as a dancer in

the community and moved to LA to pursue the industry. He shares

a lot of great advice and guidance for those looking to transition and

book an agent. He also talks about his inspiration, his creative

challenges, auditions, and what's next for Tha Most!!!

Thanks for sharing Jonathan!!! See you at Disneyland : )

Filmed by: AMS

Edited by: Anna Sarao

Logo Design: Mappy (Soulidified Production)

Song Credit: "So Good" by Tuxedo.

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition

Episode 43 - Jonathan Sison PT 1 (Tha Most)

The Most (Founder/Director)

Culture Shock SD / FSSD Alumni

Snowglobe Perspective/ CSDC (Instructor)

Bloc Talent Agency

Grab a Boba and get to know Jonathan! He started as a dancer in

the community and moved to LA to pursue the industry. He shares

a lot of great advice and guidance for those looking to transition and

book an agent. He also talks about his inspiration, his creative

challenges, auditions, and what's next for Tha Most!!!

Thanks for sharing Jonathan!!! See you at Disneyland : )

Filmed by: AMS

Edited by: Anna Sarao

Logo Design: Mappy (Soulidified Production)

Song Credit: "So Good" by Tuxedo.

Instagram: @annasarao

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bodyrockcompetition