A journey through my life as a Pro NBA dancer. To give hopefuls tips, advice and knowledge about different teams, what it’s like being a pro dancer or cheerleader & audition updates. Also conduct interviews with fellow pro dancers/cheerleaders and see how they got their start in the Pro Cheer world.
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Pro Cheerleading Podcast: The Truth Behind the Poms is the only podcast that gives you a raw and unfiltered perspective of what it's really like to be a professional cheerleader. Hosted by Mhkeeba Pate, a former attorney and NFL Cheerleader for five seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, this groundbreaking podcast finally gives pro cheerleaders a voice on issues facing the pro cheerleading community. Whether you're currently on a professional team, an alumni or really curious about the audition ...
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Welcome Kings and Queens to the most livest out look on NFL and NBA season. So just press play and catch this vibe.
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A podcast where two Asian American guys discuss various topics, invite and interview exceptional guests to share their stories and provide practical advice to help guys become the best version of themselves. Mike Tran is the creator of the Asian Menswear brand, the largest concentrated online Asian American male community, followed by notable Asian American figures such as DJ Steve Aoki, Director Jon M. Chu, TV Host Lisa Ling, and NFL Player Younghoe Koo, to name a few. Leo Chan is a menswea ...
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From Center Court to Entrepreneur with Chenise Johnson
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1:26:35From Center Court to Entrepreneur with Chenise Johnson I sat down and interviewed former 4x NBA dancer & captain Chenise Johnson. I get the ins and outs on her dance journey, becoming a Pro dancer for the Orlando Magic and the Atlanta Hawks as well as dive in deep about her other dance career choices and her business The Werk Lab. Follow her social…
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Cheer Chat: Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders Monday Night Football Game Recap
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22:49Join me for Cheer Chat to hear all about my trip to Minneapolis to watch the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders perform for Monday Night Football! https://www.instagram.com/mvcheerleaders/ https://www.vikings.com/cheerleaders/By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’: Interview with Gina Mormando, Head Coach of NY Mets The Queens Crew
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52:05Mhkeeba interviews Gina Mormando, Head Coach of the new dance team for the New York Mets - The Queens Crew about their exciting inaugural season and upcoming auditions. Registration: https://www.mlb.com/mets/fans/queens-crew/audition Backstage Audition Details: https://www.backstage.com/casting/the-queens-crew-audition-ny-mets-2025-season-2879978/?…
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On this episode of Beyond the Lockers: Pro Edition podcast, I give out three tips that you can use to help you start your journey and career of being a Pro dancer and cheerleader in the Pro world. If you want to purchase my Dance Journal booklet it’s available on Amazon under “Beyond the Lockers: Pro Edition 101”. Feel free to leave a comment, subs…
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Cheer Chat: Keep Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders on the Field
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45:55Join me for Cheer Chat to discuss the removal of the Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders from the sidelines on Monday Night Football and what this means to the pro cheerleading community. Sign the petition to suppor the Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders here https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizona-cardinals-cheerleaders-removed-from-sideline-prime-time-g…
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Cheer Chat: Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders Recap
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50:23Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my recap of my trip to Indianapolis to watch the Colts Cheerleaders perform on game day! I share all my observations of what makes this program so special and well respected in the NFL Cheer community. https://www.instagram.com/coltscheer/ https://www.colts.com/cheerleaders/…
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Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my observations on the official start of the NFL regular season and give a recap of the Seahawks Dancers Alumni Showcase. Check out my story highlight and feed on Instagram to see the standout performances from the Showcase.By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Ladies First: Interview with Wendy Murphy, Former New England Patriots Cheerleader & New England Law Boston Adjunct Professor
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1:45:16Mhkeeba interviews Wendy Murphy, former New England Patriots Cheerleader and New England Law Boston Adjunct Professor, about her time cheering professionally in the USFL and NFL and her amazing legal career fighting for women's rights. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tnXAMpZsS8 https://www.amazon.com/Oh-No-He-Didnt-Brilliant-ebook/dp/B0D7C3SZPT ht…
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Cheer Chat: Pro Action Dance Convention Recap
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27:42Join me for Cheer Chat to hear about my observations from attending the showcase at the Pro Action Dance Convention held in Las Vegas with the most talented dancers from the professional sports leagues and collegiate teams. https://www.instagram.com/proactiondance/ https://www.proactiondance.com/By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Count On Me: Interview with Jasmine Thomas Reed, Former Houston Texans Cheerleader and Houston Rockets Power Dancer
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43:21Mhkeeba interviews Jasmine Thomas Reed, a former NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleader for the Houston Texans and NBA Dancer for the Houston Rockets Power Dancers. Jasmine shares her inspirational story of organizing her second annual Dance Camp 409 in her hometown of Beaumont, TX as a way of giving back to the youth in her community.…
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Cheer Chat: National Football Cheerleaders Alumni Organization Reunion Recap
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23:41Join me for Cheer Chat to hear all about the 6th National Football Cheerleaders Alumni Organization Reunion held in Boston over the weekend! https://www.nationalfootballcheerleadersalumni.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nflcheeralumni/By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Cheer Chat: Final Thoughts on America's Sweethearts Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Series
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40:46Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my final thoughts on the impact of the popularity of the Netflix America's Sweethearts Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders series and what I hope to see for Season 2!By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Run the World: Interview with Jami Stigliano, CEO & Founder of DivaDance
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42:56Mhkeeba interviews Jami Stigliano, CEO & Founder of DivaDance, an exciting dance experience brand that offers all-levels of choreography for dance classes, parties, and dance team performance programs. Jami shares how DivaDance provides jobs for choreographers and dance teachers and helps women start and run their own business through its unique fr…
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Cheer Chat: America's Sweethearts Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Show Episodes 4-7
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1:17:59Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my thoughts on the last few episodes of the Netflix America's Sweethearts Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders series! So many topics to discuss and awesome comments from my live IG session. https://www.today.com/video/dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-talk-america-s-sweethearts-series-213790789653 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dal…
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Cheer Chat: America's Sweethearts Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Show Episodes 1-3
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44:32Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my reactions to the first three episodes of the Netflix series, America's Sweethearts on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders! https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a61145098/dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-salary/# https://www.huffpost.com/entry/dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-netflix-docuseries_n_6670b329e4b08889dbe5e725…
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90's Girl: Interview with Vicky Harris, Owner of Choreography Pros
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1:19:19Mhkeeba interviews Vicky "Miz V" Harris, Owner of Choreography Pros, about her pro dance career as part of the inaugural WNBA Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Squad and over 25 years of pro sports and commercial style choreography for the NBA, NFL, college and high school dance teams. She also shares all of the details of her upcoming Pro Dance Convention i…
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Pocket of Sunshine (Part 2): Interview with Ray Cook, Former Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader
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1:15:54In Part 2 of this episode, Mhkeeba continues her conversation with Ray Cook, former Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader, about his favorite experiences being part of the squad over five seasons, the challenges he faced after retirement, and all of the amazing opportunities that have opened up from him as a former NFL cheerleader. https://www.instagram.com…
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Cheer Chat: My Thoughts on Harrison Butker
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31:47Join me for Cheer Chat to hear my thoughts on the controversial Harrison Butker speech at the Benedictine College commencement ceremony and the one group of women who I wish could have been part of the dialogue. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fans-shocked-to-learn-kansas-city-chiefs-cheerleaders-have-day-jobs_n_65b13ff7e4b09e7f5b9e1518…
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Pocket of Sunshine (Part 1): Interview with Ray Cook, Former Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader
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1:42:34Mhkeeba interviews Ray Cook, former Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader, about the stunting side of pro cheerleading in the NFL, the auditions process for the Baltimore Ravens, and the very moving story of his first year auditioning for the team. https://www.instagram.com/theraycook/By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Excited to share with you guys a huge pro dance announcement. I created a dance journal for all the dance hopeful and choreographers out there to help better prepare them for any dance audition that they go on. Dance Journal is called “ Beyond the Lockers: Pro Dance 101 and it’s available on Amazon just for $5.99 and as well as the podcast is growi…
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Cheer Chat: 2024 NBA Dance Team Playoffs Format
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21:24Join me for Cheer Chat to discuss the competition structure and categories for the 2024 NBA Dance Team Playoffs. Opening Night Performance Team Concept Video Heels Performance Musician/Movie Themed Performance Latin Night Black History Month/HBCU Night Pride Night Cultural Celebration Night Senior Dance Team Kids Dance Team Hip Hop/Hype Crew Jazz P…
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Go DJ: Interview with Rodney McDaniel, Former Washington Wizards Dancer
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1:06:37Mhkeeba interviews Rodney McDaniel, a former Washington Wizards Dancer, about his first season in the NBA on one of the first coed dance teams and his experience mixing music for the hottest choreographers in the pro cheer and dance industry. https://www.instagram.com/itsrodzilla/ https://www.instagram.com/p/C6G-o-6RJXI/ https://www.instagram.com/p…
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Join me for Cheer Chat to discuss ideas of how we can structure the NBA Dance Team Playoffs to showcase the best performances of the various NBA dance teams throughout the past season.By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Join me for Cheer Chat to discuss the latest leadership changes in NFL cheerleading teams, audition tips, showing facials and the request to host another NBA Dance Team Playoffs on the podcast.By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Gimme Some More: Interview with Celine Edmondson, Assistant Coach, Brooklynettes Dancers
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46:32Mhkeeba interviews Celine Edmondson, Assistant Coach and Choreographer of the Brooklynettes Dancers, about her experiences coaching, teaching, choreographing for performances with musical artists and her appearance on the Netflix Dance 100 reality show competition. Celine also shares how she is balancing her booming career as a new mother and what …
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On this episode I talk about how I handled being rejected from multiple dance auditions and gigs from an earlier childhood and how I handled not getting the job. Hope this helps anyone who has been rejected from something they want and how to overcome it.
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Get Right: Interview with Kayla Cruz, Captain of Brooklynettes Dancers
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1:28:05Mhkeeba interviews Kayla Cruz, a captain and five-year veteran of the Brooklynettes Dancers, about her experiences growing as a leader on the team and how the organization has shaped her career as a Professional Dancer, Model and Actress. Kayla shares what it really takes to thrive in the challenging auditions process for the Brooklynettes as well …
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Eat It: Interview with Ally Miller, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Former NFL Washington Command Force Cheerleader
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1:16:11Mhkeeba interviews Ally Miller, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and former NFL Cheerleader for the Washington Command Force. Ally helps dancers fuel like athletes to feel confident in their bodies, achieve optimal health, and perform at the highest levels–without dieting or restriction. She understands the nuances and pressures of pro dance audi…
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Infamous Rhythm Interview with Antonio Russ
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1:03:34Interview with Owner & Head Coach of the Infamous Rhythm dance team Antonio Russ. He is a dancer and choreographer and we discuss his dance career, path in life and how you can better yourself in the future.
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Cheer Chat: Recap of Trip to See NY Knicks City Dancers, Brooklynettes & Nets Team Hype
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32:02Cheer Chat: Recap of my trip to NYC to attend the New York Knicks game to see the Knicks City Dancers perform and also the Brooklyn Nets game to see the Brooklynettes and Nets Team Hype perform for Noche Latina theme night.By Bleav + Pro Cheerleading Podcast
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Plan The Life You Want with TK Owen’s
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1:11:35Interview with former Heat & Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleader, CEO and Director TK Owens. Listen as she share her experiences of being in the pro world and give out advices to anyone that is interested in auditioning.
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Cheer Chat: Black History Month in Pro Cheer & Dance
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34:18Listen in to Cheer Chat covering all these hot topics: New podcast platform Trip to NYC to see Brooklynettes and Knicks City Dancers perform Upcoming interviews Love is Blind with our very own Amber Desiree NYPD Dance Team controversy Reflections on Black History Month in pro cheer and dance community…
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Make It A Good One: 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleaders Recap
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1:14:04Mhkeeba introduces each of the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleaders from the NFC and AFC. She also shares her experiences going to the and observations from her trip to Orlando, FL to see them perform at the Skills Challenge and Pro Bowl Games. https://www.instagram.com/procheerleadingpodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDzRL6fx-BsttpvEfDhD7Q…
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Break My Soul: Interview with Savannah Dunaway, Portland BlazerDancer
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1:40:53Mhkeeba joyfully comes out of podcast retirement to interview Savannah Dunaway, a captain and three-year veteran on the Portland BlazerDancers team. Savannah shares her incredible journey of overcoming challenges with how body image is perceived in the pro dance industry. She openly discusses how she dealt with criticism of her body type and pushed…
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Struggling with choreography or freezing up at auditions, it’s ok here are some tips you can use to help better prepare yourself for your next audition.
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Media Training is a big thing in any pro team industry. On this episode we discuss a few tips and hacks that you can use to help better yourself for your next audition. Follow on all social media platforms Instagram:@itscalvinbrown
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Here are my Top 10 Audition Tips that I use to help me out on my auditions and hopefully can help you out on your next pro team auditions.
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Auditioning for a pro or semi pro team but you don’t have the right music for your solo. Don’t worry I’m here to help you. Here are a few tips that could help you out for your next audition. Social Media: Instagram @itscalvinbrown
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On this episode, I give out a few audition, season tips, and knowledge that could help you out on your journey of auditioning for a pro and semi pro dance teams. If you have any questions, feel free to message me on all my social media platforms. IG @itscalvinbrown
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In a pro world you need to know how to learn and adapt to that team. Here is how I use the art of learning to gain experience and knowledge from different teams I was on and audition for in the pro cheer/dance world.
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Thank you episode to everyone that has been tuning each week to listen about my journey and others as Pro Dancer & Cheerleaders.
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Dance Team to Pro Dance with Roosevelt Williams
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38:01I interview Roosevelt Williams a 6x pro WNBA & NBA dancer. He tells us how he got started in his career, where he’s at now and how handles his mental health and rejection.
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New Year, Same Me (Why most people fail their new years resolutions, finding your WHY, Chris shares the most important rule of success and more) Ft. Chris Ngo [Co-founder of The Leverage]
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47:49In today's episode, we're bringing back entrepreneur Chris Ngo, co-founder of The Leverage, a fashion house agency recently said to be the next global conglomerate in menswear by Forbes back on the show. I'll be doing a new four-part series highlighting four high-performing individuals to break down what it takes for them to successful. With the Ne…
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Here is a inside look on my time as a Washington Wizards dancer and being a current Atlanta Hawks dancer. The Similarities and Differences between the two and some audition updates for any pro hopefuls.
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On today’s episode I interview my second guest Jeremy Sims. He is a former pro NBA & WNBA dancer and designer, and I dig in a little deeper to find out how he got started in his pro dance career.
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Here is my first interview ever and it’s with my teammate and friend Meghan Wieboldt. I dive in a little deeper as she tells me her journey of becoming a Pro Dancer. From Mental Health to Audition tips.
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Season 2 kicks off with me creating a Vision Board for my dance career in 2023. Also balancing my work life with my pro life. Giving a new direction on my podcast and helping tips for future auditions.
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2022 RECAP! (2022 Podcast Stats, Goals & What To Expect in 2023)
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7:03Happy New Year's AM Fam! Wanted to drop a recap episode for everything that happened in 2022 and what's to come in 2023. Wishing everyone a fruitful year and hoping 2023 is your best year! SOCIAL MEDIA: The Asian Menswear Podcast -- @asianmenswearpod Mike Tran -- @asianmenswear Leo Chan -- @levitatestyle CONTACT US: [email protected] J…
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Asian Representation in The Hit Fox Show The Cleaning Lady (Becoming an overnight sensation, not seeing many Asian Americans dancers, landing the role as Chris in The Cleaning Lady & More) Ft. Sean Lew ...
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59:23I'm happy to welcome Sean Lew to the show for today's Spotlight episode. Sean Lew is a multi-talented individual with an impressive resume that includes a professional actor, dancer, choreographer, award-winning chef, writer, creative director, editor, and singer. My guest is perhaps best known for his two seasons on the hit competition series Worl…
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In the season finale this episode I’m checking in with guys about my mental health and how I’m dealing and processing it while being a Pro Dancer. How to navigate through it and how I can better myself.
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