Industry Talk

Luam, a celebrated choreographer and creative director sheds light on hot topics & key issues in the dance world through conversations with celebrated creatives in the field.Each episode Luam hosts illuminating talks with both leaders and fresh new talent in the entertainment industry; and includes tips and strategies dancers, choreographers, and all artists can apply to expand their artistry and business. From talking about gender identity in the classroom to how to get started investing and build wealth, the podcast focuses on subjects hugely impactful to the dance community.

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The State of the Dance & Performance Industry Post COVID & Beyond

This past year has been quite a tough one to navigate not just as artist, but humans. Our entire industry did the unthinkable and shut down. With only virtual performances on the horizon, we braved many challenges in our dance studios, professional stages and private homes. Listen as Luam speaks with Kevin Maher & Calvit Hodge on thoughts, insights and predictions on the pandemic and beyond. What's next for our industry? Tune in & sbscribe. Support the show...

Mar 24, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Cultural Appropriation in Dance: Real Talks with Rhapsody, Calvit, & Tony

Cultural Appropriation in dance: From ‘box braids’ to the Renegade to Afrobeats vs dancehall, is culture getting disrespected/stolen in dance? An In depth conversation with Calvit, Tony Tzar & Rhapsody on the spectrum of either sharing or stealing culture in dance. Audio clears better a few min Into the discussion. Please rate and review! Support the show

Mar 10, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Heels Classes: The Good, The Bad, & the Fabulous

HEELS CLASSES have exploded onto the dance scene in recent years. Luam talks with famed, iconic dancer and choreographer Jessica Castro, about various topics that have arisen since. I.e. over-sexualization of classes, men teaching heels, the importance of technique and issue of lack of technique, the power of heels movement, how to spot a great heels class, kids in heels, and so much more. This is a completely unfiltered, eye opening and inspirational conversation on the impact of all these elem...

Jan 06, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 6

At The Table: A Controversial Discussion on Issues in the Dance World feat. Tony Tzar, Sean Bankhead, & Laura Edwards

SPECIAL EDITION. An unfiltered, eye-opening dinner discussion between leading choreographers and teachers in hip hop & commercial dance: Tony Tzar, Sean Bankhead, Laura Edwards and Luam. They are joined by Monsters of Hip Hop video director Carlos Dupuoy. Covering a range of topics from longevity in social media age, transparent about rates and speaking up, success and social visibility, reputation and recognition vs talent and passion, the list goes on. Lending their naked views and sharing...

Dec 20, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 5

New Teachers: How is this generation really being prepared? A Talk with Luther Brown & Sean Bankhead

The discussion continues on new teachers/creators and the real effects of how people are being trained... What constitutes a good teacher In this era? What about the flood of new teachers currently popular from social media? Is there an overflow of mediocrity in our community? What do you think, do you agree? How does it affect you? Go to @luamky on IG to comment on these topics via IGTV. Or join the listserve at www.luamworld.com/join for exclusive Info, resources, and events! Support the show...

Dec 19, 2019•8 min•Season 1Ep. 3

New Working Dancers & Professionalism vs. Job Conditions: A Talk with Luther Brown & Sean Bankhead

Luther Brown (Gwen Stefani, Daddy Yankee) and Sean Bankhead (Missy Elliott, Normani) join the episode to talk about what happens when dancers new to the game may focus more on elevated job conditions than their craft... Everyone 1000% supports & fights for dancers getting their due all around (long overdue & the fight continues), however what about when it’s not met with right professionalism?... What do you guys think? Support the show...

Dec 19, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Marketing vs Teaching & Students Class Video Rights: A Talk with Keenan Cooks

A talk with new up and comer Keenan Cooks about how video cameras and social media have taken over in dance classes, and the struggle (for teachers and students) in Marketing vs Teaching. How do you stay alive In this era as a teacher and businessperson without marketing your craft on social media? What Is the balance to keep the classroom an authentic place of learning? Does popularity equal talent? Are most students able to discern between the two? And also a second discussion on whether stude...

Dec 19, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Navigating Gender Identity & Expression in Dance: A Talk with Tony Tzar

In the evolving journeys of LGTBQIA dancers, Luam opens a conversation on some of the questions/challenges that have recently been coming up regarding gender. Tony Tzar dives in on the subject & speaks to many topics. What are your thoughts & experiences? Please subscribe, and share on your platforms. Let's keep talking... WARNING! Please watch with grace. This episode touches on some very sensitive and complex issues of sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression within the dance ...

Dec 19, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4

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