In Part II of our conversation on “the cool kids” of tango, we go deeper into what lies beneath the label — identity, visibility, community dynamics, and the assumptions we all make in the milonga.

We talk candidly about race and representation in tango, how appearance influences who gets seen (or ignored), and the complex experiences of Black dancers, queer dancers, and non-binary dancers navigating spaces that weren’t built with them in mind.

Is tango a meritocracy? A popularity contest? A vibe-based ecosystem with a dash of social psychology? Maybe a mix of all three — and we explore why those perceptions form, how they evolve, and what assumptions might be holding us back.

If you’ve ever felt invisible, intimidated, confused, or just curious about how social dynamics actually operate on the dance floor, this episode opens the door. And we really do want to hear your experiences — whether you feel like an outsider, an insider, or both depending on the night. Drop a comment and let’s unpack the mythology of the “cool kids” together.

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Produced by Amanda Garley, Melody Yazdani, and Jon Zhang
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