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May 11, 2022124. Mastering Your Body with Katie Schaar
This week’s guest, Katie Schaar has done the tours, the TV shows, the big award shows, THE SUPER BOWL (#nbd) and she has worked with some of today’s biggest stars (Tom Cruise and Cher, to name a few…). She’s truly done it all, and the thing she is most passionate about is MAKING MOVEMENT MAKE SENSE and keep it SAFE for all people.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
What Katie encourages all dancers to DO and STOP DOING
One thing you can do RIGHT NOW to start preparing for a long active career
Exactly why cross training is so important
Show Notes:
Find Katie Schaar on Instagram
Visit Moti Physiotherapy
Visit Sugar Foot Therapy
Work with Katie at CLI
Learn about and join The Bridge Dance Project this Summer 2022
Watch Katy Perry Halftime Show
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
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1 hr 5 min
May 04, 2022123. How To Be Good at Failing Without Actually Sucking
This month, I want to unpack MASTERY, and I am inviting some of my heavyweight champion super master friends to help me. In this episode, I dig into what mastery means to me, why I stopped considering myself a master, and why I am recommitting to the pursuit of mastery!
Here’s what you’ll learn:
The 6 defining qualities of a master
My movie and book recommendations for inspiration along your pursuit of mastery
The 8 things that can keep you from achieving mastery
Show Notes:
Listen to Nick Palmquist: ep.12
Listen to Gary Imhoff: ep. 112
Watch: Grand Piano
Read: Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long Term Fulfillment
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
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37 min
April 27, 2022122. Parents Pressing Buttons
Y’all, I’m not gunna lie… For a 20 minute episode, this one hits HARD. If you’re a person who struggles with family dynamics, this one’s for you!

Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why your parent / caregiver has such a special way of getting under your skin
Why so many of us revert to acting like children when we visit with parents
How to better care for yourself AND them when your buttons get pushed
The unwritten rules you keep for your parent / caregiver
Show Notes:
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE
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25 min
April 20, 2022121. Self Image and Personal Style pt.2
Today, we’re talking about how to decide on and use your personal style to introduce your values and taste, AND build consistency and trust… Without saying a word.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
The FIVE things that can rob you of your personal style
My 2 out of 3 rule for deciding what to buy, wear, use, or loose
My super secret commercial audition wardrobe accessory
A self tape style tip that will save you time AND unnecessary stress
Show Notes:
Mailing List: Scroll to the bottom of the page at thedanawilson.com
WTMM Membership Join Here: https://www.thedanawilson.com/wtmmcomm
Dancer’s Alliance: https://www.dancersalliance.org/
Choreographer’s Guild: https://www.choreographersguild.org/
Fear & Clothing: Unbuckling America’s Style: https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Clothing-Unbuckling-American-Style/dp/0393081893
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE
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46 min
April 13, 2022 120. Movement is Life with (Superman) Shaun Evaristo
How do you develop your personal style in dance? Today my guest Shaun Evaristo, choreographer for Miquel, Pharrell, and many many more, talks to me about where he got his signature style from. Who does it come from? How do you describe it?
Shaun talks through his process of finding himself as a dancer/choreographer and as a human. Get ready to dive deep on the topics of freestyle, process, and going through a difficult grieving season. Enjoy this wonderful conversation with Shaun Evaristo.
Show Notes:
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
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Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok
1 hr 4 min
April 06, 2022Ep. #119 Self Image and Personal Style
Welcome to Aesthetic April listeners where we will be taking a deep dive into personal style. Are you happy with your personal style? Have you ever thought about changing your style? What influences your style? Well before we get there let’s define what you think personal style is.
I will talk to you through my style guide. You’ll learn a bit about what I think about what clothes you can wear when you dance and where my personal style comes from. Also coming off the heels of money march… we get to talking about how creating a new style for you DOES NOT mean breaking the bank. Tune in to this week’s episode to find out more!

Show Notes:
Seeing is Forgetting the Name of the Thing One Sees https://www.amazon.com/Seeing-Forgetting-Name-Thing-Sees/dp/0520256093
Donate to the Words That Move Me Community
WTMM Membership: Join Here
Follow us on IG & Tiktok
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33 min
March 30, 2022118. Money March Ep. 5 – Meet my Bookkeeper Michelle De Castro (a.k.a. Money Michelle)
Michelle De Castro (or Money Michelle as listeners know her) joins me on the podcast today, and YES we definitely talk MONEY. Michelle is my personal bookkeeper and personal superhero when it comes to tax time. As the USA is gearing up for tax season on April 18th, Michelle gives us her best tips on tackling taxes and even some advice on getting a head start for tax season next year!
How does a creative person tackle tax categories? What can be written off as an expense? Can I bake my cake and eat it too? Find your answer here by clicking play!
Prepping for taxes? Head over to thedanawilson.com/shop to download a worksheet for this episode! This worksheet will be your guide in all things expenses.

Show Notes:
Need help managing your money? You can find Michelle www.delegatedbookkeeping.com or email her at [email protected]
Looking for a new money keeping software? Try quickbooks
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
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33 min
March 23, 2022117. Money March Ep. 4 – Producing What You Love with Nikole Vallins
Have you ever wondered, “where do productions like Ariana Grande’s tour or Wicked get their money from?” Us too! Nikole Vallins, producer of The Dancing With The Stars Live 2022 Tour, came onto the pod to demystify the process of producing. You’ll learn where exactly that money comes from, what it goes towards, and how she uses it to create and maintain the best team for the job.
Nikole also gets personal and dives into her definition of what she considers a success. It may not be what you think (or what you like ) but take a listen and discover what you think success is.
Looking to produce? Head over to thedanawilson.com/shop to download a worksheet for this episode! In this worksheet you’ll get the chance to practice balancing your own budget and assembling the dream team.
Show Notes:
Nikole Vallins at Faculty Management Productions: https://www.facultyinc.com/
Across the Universe “I’ve Just Seen a Face”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIYQqWWJzHU
Donate to the Words That Move Me CommunityFor more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE
Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok
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50 min
March 16, 2022116. Money March Pt. 3 – Put the FUN in Fundraising with Geri Brown
We’ve all heard the “starving artist” narrative; you work, you struggle, and you end up broke trying to pursue your dreams. Geri here is proof that that no longer has to be your story. You can be an artist AND be paid a living wage.
In this episode Geri Brown, certified fundraising expert and owner of companies such as; The Dance Education Equity Association & Liberate Artists, shares her top 3 tips for fundraising. Dana and Geri dig into the details about how Geri manages to run 4 successful companies and how she has made fundraising fun for herself. They also dig into abuse in the dance industry and share resources where survivors can go for support.
Ready to start funding your dreams? This episode is the one for you! If you want to dig into this episode a little deeper visit thedanawilson.com/shop and download our worksheet for ep 116. It’ll take you through how to grow your business and build a solid fundraising plan.
Trigger Warning: Topics of suicide and sexual, mental, and physical abuse are talked about in this episode
Show Notes:
Learn about the Dance Education Equity Association
Learn about Liberate Artists
Donate to the Always Enough Foundation
Follow these accounts on Twitter for more financial resources: MacTheVC.eth @galeforcevc Franklin Leonard Arlin Hamilton Karen Spencer
Connect with Geri BrownFor more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE
Stay connected with us on IG and TikTok
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1 hr 1 min
March 09, 2022115. Money March Pt. 2 – Your Spending Identity Statement
Last week’s episode taught you how to calculate your fixed expenses, your past three years AGI, and your total debt. Now, we are talking about how to evaluate your spending so you can accomplish your biggest, boldest, wildest dreams. Using a modified version of one of my favorite exercises from The Money Book (by Joseph D’Agnese and Denise Kiernan), you’ll learn how to use (very) basic math and mind management to make serious gains on your financial goals.

What you’ll learn:
My 3 tier goal structure
Your biggest variable expenses, and how much they cost you
How to use thought work to save money
Mailing List: Scroll to the bottom of the page at thedanawilson.com
WTMM Membership Join Here: https://www.thedanawilson.com/wtmmcomm
Money March Worksheets: https://www.thedanawilson.com/shop
IRS get transcript online: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript
Call the IRS: 1-800-829-1040
Get The Money Book
For more DANA
For coaching with me, join the WTMM COMMUNITY
To donate to WTMM through our Fiscal Sponsor, THE DANCE RESOURCE CENTER
To shop for GOODIES & SERVIES
Watch and Subscribe on YOUTUBE
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27 min

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