Mind in Movement

Today, I have a conversation with Kaitlyn Sung, someone that I connected very deeply with and my teammate and friend on Voyage. Kaitlyn is such an inspiration and such a light to the world, and this conversation very much captures her authentic, genuine self. We talk about healing, mindful movement, and gratitude. 

Kaitlyn took her first steps in the dance community when she joined TM Juniors in her hometown, Anaheim, CA, where she then remained on the TM Company for 4 years and took on producer roles with Bridge Dance Competition. In 2018 she moved to San Diego to join the cast of Beyond Babel and has since danced with Cirque Du Soleil and Billie Eilish. She is currently a member of Vessel Dance Company, team manager for Voyage Training Team, and an intern for Legacy Entertainment Group.

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles, be sure to check them out!

@k8sung

@k8.creations

@vesseldanceco

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Today, I have a conversation with Sorah Yang, one of the greatest inspirations as to why I started dance. In this episode, we talk about purpose, intention and impact, leadership, and having a relationship with dance. 

Sorah Yang is an Choreographer, Creative Director, Teacher, and Entrepreneur who was born and raised in the Bay Area, and received her Bachelors in Business Administration from USC. Her dance career has included: creating and directing Vessel Dance Company, traveling to 27 countries worldwide and over 30 colleges around the US to teach and perform, providing choreography and movement coaching for kpop artists, and giving a TEDx Talk where she discussed her nonlinear path from college to a career in the arts. Through sharing her work online, she has amassed a digital presence which has led to creative partnerships with brands like Adobe and Hyundai.

Sorah operates her own clothing brand for dancers (ShopSorah), and most recently worked as the Associate Choreographer for the Broadway-bound Britney Spears Musical.

In 2020, she developed a self-curated online course called "The Artful Balance of Business and Dance," providing in-depth mentorship, creative development, and career guidance for students around the world. Aside from professional work, over the past year alone she has raised over $17,000 to support nonprofit orgs that provide resources to women of color and other marginalized communities.

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles, be sure to check them out!

@sorahyang

@vesseldanceco

@shopsorah

@abbdcourse

@mind.in.movement

Today, I have a conversation with Carlo Darang, someone that I really look up to and has had a huge impact on my life. He is a dancer and choreographer based out of San Diego, CA. He currently dances with Kinjaz, and directs Choreo Cookies and Gwownups. He also helps direct the studio at Studio FX. His work revolves around choreography and education. We talk about the importance of dance education, the essence of grooving, and the difference between acting and being. 

For each episode this season, I wanted to raise awareness and donate to an activism org/movement that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to AAPI Women Lead and #ImReady Movement, which aims to strengthen the progressive political and social platforms of Asian and Pacific Islander communities in the US through leadership. You can find more about them at imreadymovement.org 

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@carlodarang

@aapiwomenlead

@mind.in.movement 

On this week's episode of the podcast, I host a solo episode where I talk about the concepts of essentialism, how societal categories have been utilized to force specific definitions onto humanity, what it means to have personal power, and what it means to belong instead of fit in. I also apply this framework to the dance community as well as my own personal life experiences. A little bit of background about me: I am an Asian American woman with a B.S. in psychology and I love to dance. I am a curious person with many questions about life, which is why I decided to start a podcast where I can share and exchange ideas with others.

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to San Diegans For Justice, which is a grassroots organization working towards accountability and transparency in law enforcement.

Thank you so much for listening. Be sure to check out these accounts on Instagram:

@justine.wang_

@sdforjustice

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Today, I have a conversation with Malia Gomez, someone I met just last year through ABBD and someone that I love and connect with. Malia has been a part of Culture Shock LA as well as Kaba Modern Kollective. We talk about her dance journey, her creative process, and dive into many different psychology concepts such as conformity and the wording effect. 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to a gofundme page that splits up donations to many different organizations fighting against anti-Asian hate. the link is: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-aapi-community-fund . There has been a surge of violence and hate crimes targeted towards the AAPI community, and it is important for us to do whatever we can to help contribute to the cause. 

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@maliagomez

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Today, I have a conversation with Miko Hornilla, who is someone that I have been friends with since 2017, when we did a performance together. He is someone that I admire a lot and helps me through my dance journey. He was the director of Common Ground. We talk about his dance journey, how dance is healing for him. We also talk about the discomfort within silence and how necessary that is, and we get deep about fate and free will. 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to the California Alliance for Arts Education (CREATE CA). They advocate for high-quality arts education for all students by providing policy expertise and by mobilizing a statewide network of advocates and allied partners. You can find more about them at artsed411.org

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@peekomiko

@artsed411

@mind.in.movement

Today, I have a conversation with Intergalactic Commander Alexander Ebalo, who is my friend and housemate and someone that I just have so much love and respect for. He danced with Culture Shock San Diego and SeaWorld. We talk about enforced gender roles within the dance commmunity, shame and accountability, and ending cycles of harm by keeping a flexible idea of ourselves and of others. 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to United We Dream, the largest immigrant youth-led community in the country. They create welcoming spaces for young people to support, engage, and empower them to make their voice heard and win. Check them out at unitedwedream.org

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@alex.ebalo

@unitedwedream

@mind.in.movement 

Today, I have a conversation with Jillian Amadi Roberts, who is an Antiracist, Afrodiasporic educator. She teaches elementary school students In New York and also gives lectures on dismantling Anti-Blackness. We talk about Antiracism and connecting it to dance, Black and Asian Solidarity, Model Minority Myth, and her approach to teaching. 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to the Abolitionist Teaching Network, whose mission is to develop and support those in the strugglefor educational freedom utilizing the intellectual work and direct action of Abolitionists in many forms. You can find more information about them at abolitionistteachingnetwork.org

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@jillyjillzzz

@atn_1863

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Today, I have a conversation with Regina Lustre, someone that has been challenging me by helping me break through my physical limitations with my body. We talk about why physical fitness is important, how our bodies are our tools, and her personal story with her fitness, dance, and directorship journey. Regina Lustre is the Artistic Director of Project D, a dance company in New Jersey. She is also a personal trainer as she hosts sessions in person and over Zoom. 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to Black Out Collective, Black Out Collective builds organizations' capacity to execute creative and effective direct actions in service of their organizing and advocacy work. You can check them out at blackoutcollective.org 

Below is a list of people's Instagram handles mentioned in the podcast, be sure to check them out!

@chefcoach_reg

@projectd_nj

@thepackt.ec

@thestrengthdistrict

@karl.flrs

@coachtawns

@dan.tsd

@jorge.tsd

@niel.tsd

@maaaazo

@ericcdelgado

@ianurbina

@blackdirectaction

@mind.in.movement

Today, I have a conversation with Kevin Belisario, someone who is my friend, teammate, and director, and someone who has given me a lot of support, especially with this podcast. We talk about building longevity, the importance of setting small goals with big ideas, the detriments of over-relying on your strengths, and more. Kevin Belisario is a director of Gwownups, a member of Cookies, and has his own podcast, Of Like Minds (also available on Spotify, Youtube, and Anchor). 

For each episode this season, I want to raise awareness + donate to activism organizations that contribute to a cause that these speakers are passionate about. This portion is dedicated to The National Alliance on Mental Illness in San Diego (NAMI San Diego). Their mission is to share information and end the stigma associated with mental illness. 

Be sure to check out these Instagram accounts to show support!

@kevinbelisario

@nami.san.diego

@mind.in.movement