Let's Talk Zouk Podcast

Step into the enchanting world of Brazilian Zouk as we sit down for a lively and laughter-filled episode of Let's Talk Zouk with the magnetic dancers, Leandro and Nayara.
Join your host Ricky Fox as we delve into their recent wedding (that sounded... unique hahaha!), uncover the magic behind their partnership, and discover the serendipitous events that led them to Zouk.
Brace yourself for surprises, heartwarming stories, and plenty of laughter as we explore their goals and share in their delightful journey of dance and love.
Get ready to be inspired and captivated by this dynamic duo's zest for life on and off the dance floor!

An amazing conversation with Iago and Vanessa, two of the biggest influencers in the Brazilian Zouk and Lambada scene currently. They are extremely talented instructors and dancers and on today's episode they opened up about their personal issues, their background, their relationships and their goals. We thank them for their time and vulnerability and really hope you enjoy listening.

In this episode of Let's Talk Zouk, Ricky sits down with Haneen Khan, an intimacy coach, to discuss the art of setting boundaries and communicating effectively during dancing (and in life). Haneen shares valuable insights and practical tips on how to say no and ask for adjustments in a respectful and assertive manner. Whether you're a dancer or simply looking to improve your communication skills, this episode offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to take control of their own boundaries. 

Looking for more? (Aren't we all!)
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Please follow Haneen on Instagram: @sexyandsilly

Welcome to Paris! 
We're having a gorgeous conversation with the lovely Sabrina this afternoon, talking through how she grew the Zouk scene in Paris, what it's like being a female artist on the scene and how DJ's are currently undervalued... Very interesting topics and we both hope you enjoy listening!

The man behind the Zouk worlds most comfortable embrace!
We're streaming live from Washington DC talking in depth with Gui Prada all about his past from being a lawyer to professional Zouk artist. 
Gui has an amazing story about how he overcame severe confidence issues that left him with a stutter, to being able to instruct and run huge crowds without any problems!

This episode is a very different and unique episode... that i've called 'Let's talk business'.

Over the last few years I've had the pleasure to meet and speak to so many talented creatives within the Zouk scene, from teachers to DJ's to organisers to videographers and so on.. and it seems so many of them have struggles from procrastination, to feeling over-whelmed, to not knowing where to get clients and not sure how to market or sell their products or services. 

My background and passion are in business -  I run a coaching company specific to creatives and performers and also have a number one amazon best seller called 'Pain in the arts - How to make money as a performer' - so today - I'm going to offer you my skills and let you all in on some very important lessons and 'secrets' that will change your business mindset and life.

I really hope you enjoy and find this extremely useful - Good luck on your jouney!

Probably the most sought after couple touring the world right now - They seem to have blown up since the pandemic and are literally taking over the Zouk world! 

We had such an interesting and deep conversation about their upbringing, how they stay passionate, their relationships, their partnership and most importantly their shared goals and ambitions.

If you are enjoying these podcast please rate them, follow us and we're always open to feedback (good or bad!) x 

I was so excited to finally interview these two beautiful human beings - and they did not disappoint. I wish I recorded the 1.5 hours I spoke to them before this interview and the 1.5 hours after! 
Such humble, talented and caring people.
Please show them your support x 

One of the newest sensations of the upcoming generation - we deep dive into how they train, how they progressed, how they met and we digressed and enjoyed on many things within the Zouk scene. 

Xandy, Xandy, Xandy! 
Do we need to say more? 
If you don't know Xandy... You must have been living under a rock for all your life. He is one of the greatest pioneers of Brazilian Zouk - His mind is something special, and he means a lot to us at UKDC.
We are so happy to have him in our lives. 

Hosted live on Facebook by Pedrinho Mattos and Ricky Fox 

Todays episode is with the awesome Anna Hoekstra - A really strong, out going and fun teacher who has quickly progressed through the ranks to prove herself in the scene. 

This was recorded via Facebook live, with lots of the community joining in to watch and ask questions. Thank you all for the support and love. 
Stay safe in these uncertain times x 
Ricky & Pedrinho 

On todays episode we are joined by the wonderful Andressa Castelhano. This was our first 'Live Facebook' interview which was amazing, as so many of you joined in, watched, and asked questions. 

A super interesting interview with Alex De Carvalho - We talk break ups and professionalism, we talk money, we walk about the MAC program Alex developed amongst other things! 
This episode was recorded live at the Zouk Bachata festival in Madrid. 
Thanks everyone!

Part 2 of 2 with Christina Montoya, Anna Russa & Joanna zwierzyńska. 
Straight into the nitty gritty of it! We ask the all important questions about the differences between male and female artists, and how they're treated. Sharing their stories and advice with Let's Talk Zouk Host Ricky Fox. We hope you all enjoy :)

Sooo excited to get this podcast out to the world! 
Introducing not one, not two but three highly respected and talented international artists on this weeks episode - Christina Montoya, Anna Russa & Joanna zwierzyńska. 
These female artists are extremely strong, resilient, confident and fierce - In this two-part masterpiece, they shares their insights, experiences, concerns & loves within the Brazilian Zouk community. Hosted by Let's Talk Zouk Host Ricky Fox - Enjoy! 

Welcome to 2020 and another fantastic season of 'Let's Talk Zouk'! 
We're kicking off with an incredible episode from the extremely talented and wonderful world renown choreographer, teacher and performer; Alisson Sandi.
If you are trying to grow your community, lacking inspiration or motivation... Then this episode is for you! We hope you all enjoy - we certainly did :-)
Ricky & Pedrinho x

Finally, we managed to nail down Kadu to be on the show! Considering he only found Brazilian Zouk in his early twenties, he has become a huge icon and influencer in the dance scene - known for his incredible partnership with Larissa Thayane and their unique choreography skills and teaching around the world. One of the directors of the Brazilian Zouk Council and a catalyst in growing the scene. We are more than honoured to have him open up to us on this weeks Let's Talk Zouk.

Walter has quickly become one of the top dancers in the Brazilian Zouk scene and is now a very successful travelling artist in his own right. 
Full of humour and energy we explore his journey and his philosophies surrounding dance and life. 
Another great listen, and we thank you all so much for joining us.

What can we say about Carlos? For anyone that's ever done a class with him knows how fun they are! Always with a huge smile on his cheeky face, it's no wonder that he is loved all around the world. 

Partners with Fernanda, they are the perfect couple and a huge catalyst in growing Brazilian Zouk around the world. They run Prague Zouk Congress, one of our favourite events of the year.. If you haven't been.. go! 

We talk about his journey through dance, how he built his global brand and his plans for the future.

We are so honoured to have the amazing Larissa Thayane on the show today - Known and respected as one of the most experienced and knowledgable Zouk artists in our community, and a constant force in pushing the boundaries within the dance. 

Not only an inspiration to all, she is a huge influencer in progressing and growing our dance throughout the world. She founded the Brazilian Zouk Dance Council (BZDC) in 2014, with the aim to support and promotes all aspects of Brazilian Zouk. 

We speak with her in depth about the future of Zouk, and how competitions (love them or hate them) is changing the scene as we know it...

On this weeks show we talk with Arthur Santos - Dance partner of Layssa Liebscher. 
Based in Austrailia he shares with us his dance journey and how he went from not having enough money to afford accommodation or to even eat at events to quickly becoming one of the most respected Brazilian Zouk Artists on the scene. 
In this podcast Arthur shares some very personal and sensitive information about his past, and really opens up, we respect and love him for doing this. 

In this weeks podcast we are super privileged to be speaking with the incredibly talented Eglantine. She explains to UKDC hosts Ricky & Pedrinho how she found Brazilian Zouk quite late in life, and how she became an established Zouk professional through her Partnership with Bruno Galhardo.
Not only is she a trained professional in many dances, she also has a very strong focus on the relationship between the mind, body & spirit which she explains in detail to us.

On the first official Let's Talk Zouk podcast we speak in depth with the brilliant William Teixeira on how he became one of the most well-known and respected Zouk artists on the planet.

Interviewed by Pedrinho Mattos & Ricky Fox of UKDC - William talks to us about how he found Brazilian Zouk and what inspired him to become a teacher and launch the spectacular 'Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress'. 

He openly shares advice to dancers wanting to improve and his thoughts on how the scene is growing and what he thinks the future holds for Brazilian Zouk.

We're super excited to finally welcome you to our 'Let's Talk Zouk Podcast' - We have so many amazing Zouk artists, influencers & members of the community coming together from across the world, talking to us about their incredible journeys through dance.

A huge hello from your hosts Pedrinho Mattos & Ricky Fox from London's premier Zouk school; UKDC.

Our goal is to share the love, inspire our listeners and help grow the Brazilian Zouk community worldwide.

Catch us next week for the first official podcast with special guest William Teixeira.

Thank you all so much for listening x