In this episode, Ana and Siobhan sit down with the multi-talented and deeply thoughtful Corey Raynor for a wild, heartfelt ride through rhythm, resilience, and reinvention.

From spinning on salsa floors in San Francisco to lighting up North Beach with iconic Sunday dance parties, Corey shares how his passion for movement turned into a mission for community. He opens up about teaching with his partner Mira, making magic at La Peña Cultural Center, and why inclusivity on the dance floor isn’t just important—it’s everything.

But Corey’s story doesn’t stop at dance. We dive into his unexpected detour through ballet, learning sign language, and surviving life inside a cult—each chapter shaping his views on connection, culture, and creativity.

Now dabbling in joke writing and always chasing joy, Corey proves that dance is more than just steps—it’s a lifeline, a love language, and sometimes, the only way through.

This one’s about movement—in every sense of the word.