Charles sat down with dancer, choreographer, and writer Kalila Kingsford Smith. They talked about tapping into your most primal self for movement inspiration, the importance of dance writing, eliminating the barrier between audience and performer…and more!   CLICK HERE For Tickets to Kalila’s Performance “Psychic Predator” In The 2023 Cannonball Festival   For More About Kalila: WEBSITE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM

Charles had a delightful and engaging conversation with educator, choreographer and author Shavone Munir. They talked about the vital importance of arts education for young people, doing the work vs. being seen doing it, artists finding their tribe, and so much more! For More Info about Shavonne: Visit Her Website Shavonne’s Instagram Shavonne’s Children’s Book Reckless Kickz

Charles got to sit down and catch up with his friend Dr. Leslie Elkins. They discussed the importance of thinking about dance, the evolution of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, and her upcoming work, “Dying Well” with her group, Foursome.   “Dying Well” runs from September 15-17, 2023 TICKETS   FOR MORE INFO ABOUT LESLIE AND FOURSOME Leslie’s Facebook Foursome’s Facebook   Instagram

Charles was thrilled to finally get to sit down with the creative force that is Megan Bridge! They talked about the dancing body as an observer as opposed to the subject being observed, the awareness that comes from being an international artist, the fine line one walks when creating intellectual work while remaining inviting to the audience…and an exciting EXCLUSIVE announcement!   Bach Cello Suites Project Saturday July 29, 1:30 & 3:30 pm Philadelphia Museum of Art, great stair hall Free with museum entry more info: https://philamuseum.org/calendar/event/the-bach-cello-suites-project For More Infor About Megan Bridge and Fidget: Fidget Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Vimeo YouTube

Charles Was delighted to sit and catch up with dynamic performer/choreographer and good friend Jessica Warchal-King. They discussed her company, JCWK Dance Lab, STEAM as creative inspiration, the vital importance of making time for dance and so much more!   For More Info about Jessica and her work:   JCWK Dance Lab Website Facebook Instagram YouTube GRADE playlist

Charles sat down with Kelli Moshen, artistic director and choreographer of Project Moshen. They discuss Kelli’s influences, the “Philly Dance Vibe,” just how long she and Charles have known each other, and so much more! For More Info on Project Moshen: Website: www.projectmoshen.com IG: @projectmoshen FB - Project Moshen Dance Company (https://www.facebook.com/ProjectMoshen/) TikTok - @ProjectMoshen YouTube: www.youtube.com/projectmoshen

Charles was thrilled to sit and chat with Kun-Yang Lin! They discussed the language of dance emerging from the inadequacies of verbal communication, finding oneself in the everchanging present, the dualities and pluralities that make up identity and so much more!   For more about Kun-Yang: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter

Charles sat down with dancer and choreographer Weiwei Ma. They discuss drawing creative inspiration from Chinese culture and traditions, her journey from traditional dance in China to contemporary dance in Philadelphia, and her newest work “24 Solar Terms.”

Charles finally got to sit down with friend, performer, and dance advocate Danielle Currica. They discussed the recent evolution of funding and dance advocacy in Philadelphia, the history of burlesque, the attraction toward cerebral, process-driven creators and so much more! FOR MORE ABOUT DANIELLE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiesucre/Philadelphia Burlesque Academy: philadelphiaburlesqueacademy.com

Charles sat down with Elba Hevia y Vaca, Artistic Director of Pasion y Arte Flamenco. They discussed the growing flamenco community, how deepening one’s ancestral roots can affect the dance, the challenges of teaching flamenco via Zoom, and so much more! FOR MORE INFO on Elba and her work: Website: https://pasionyarteflamenco.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pasionyarte/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/pya_flamenco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pasionyarte/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user5673545

Charles sat down with Sun-Mi Cho, one of the hardest-working women in Philly Dance. They discuss the lasting effects of being a transracial adoptee, the power of naming, changing the culture of ballet…and SO much more! For More Info on Sun-Mi: IG - Sun-Mi: @lalasunmi BalletSunMi: @balletsunmi Website: balletsunmi.com

Charles sat down with the fabulous and talented Lauren Putty-White. They discuss Putty Dance Project’s upcoming performance, social media’s effect on dancers’ values, where jazz meets movement, and so much more! For TICKETS to Putty Dance Project’s “Glimpse” (February 24-25, 2023) - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/philadelphiadanceprojects/834891 For More INFO about Lauren and Putty Dance Project: Website: https://puttydanceproject.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/puttydanceproject/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/puttywhitedance @copyright 2023 PhiladelphiaDANCE.org | Dance Talk Radio™ | The Dance Journal™ - all rights reserved

Charles got to have a reunion with his good friend Robert F. Burden, Jr. They talked about the vital importance of archiving our dance history, teaching the next generations, not limiting one’s own creativity…and more! To learn more about Robert’s work: houseofburden.wordpress.com

Charles sat down with the amazing Tommie-Waheed Evans. They discussed his creative process, his love of music, and the benefit of being in the right place at the right time. For more about Tommie-Waheed: Visit his website: https://www.tommie-waheed.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/waheedworks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/waheedworks/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WaheedWorks

It’s the first new episode of 2023 and we decided to try something a little different. Charles sat down for another chat with the amazing Leah Stein…this time as the interviewee! They talk about Charles’ twisted dance journey, his deep connection with the arts community, coming Full Circle with his creativity, and more! For More About Charles: linktr.ee/fullcirclethepod

Charles sat down for a warm and lovely chat with the enchanting Leah Stein. They discuss the challenges of creating site-specific work, navigating the unique energies that occupy each space, taking an active part in our own evolution, and MORE! FOR MORE INFO about Leah Stein and her work: Website: https://www.leahsteindanceco.org/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/leahsteindanceco/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LSDanceCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leahsteindance

Charles sat down for a fascinating conversation with Broadway and film star Gary Flannery. They talk about Gary’s Philadelphia roots, especially his ties to the University of the Arts, and his illustrious stage and film career.  They delve in to how it felt to be in a tug-of-war between Shirley MacLaine and Bob Fosse, and SO much more!!!

Charles sat down with the delightful Meredith Rainey to discuss what to do with the unkind voices in our head, staying on the path toward our goals, making beauty, being at peace with the present, and not longing for the past…and SO MUCH more! Learn more about Meredith and his work: https://www.meredithrainey.com/

Charles sat down with the exquisite creative talent that is Zane Booker. They discuss Zane’s storied artistic history, dance as a vehicle for change and the importance of authenticity in one’s art and creative expression.

Charles sat down with dancer, choreographer, and educator extraordinaire, Kareem Goodwin. They talked about Kareem’s longtime love of teaching, the doors that humility can open, standing on the shoulders of legends, and more!!! Kareem’s Instagram: @thekareembgoodwin Where Kareem Is Teaching: Grace Dance Theater of Philadelphia: @gracedancetheater Ms. Carol’s Center for Dance: @mscarolscenterfordance The Pointe! Dance Studio: @thepointedancestudio_ Dance Institute of Philadelphia: @danceinstituteofphila Leaders & Legends Performing Arts Academy: @leaders_legendspaa Dissonance Dance Theatre: @dissonancedance