We are a team of Kizomba enthusiasts who simply love this beautiful dance from Angola. Our podcast is dedicated to sharing the joy of Kizomba music & dance. We aim to share knowledge and inspiration of this great dance from Angola by interviewing influential guests on the Kizomba dance scene worldwide. Come and join us for interesting and fun, relaxed conversations with influential guests ranging from teachers, DJs, artists, performers, and promoters on the Kizomba dance scene. Our aim is to ...
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Episode #12: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Miguel Monteiro
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Send us a text In this episode of Kizomba Conversations, we are joined by Miguel Monteiro, a pioneer of Kizomba in the UK, who now lives in Germany. Miguel shares his journey from a non-dancing family to becoming a prominent dance teacher, discussing the evolution of Kizomba in the UK, the challenges of teaching, and the cultural significance of th…
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Episode #11: In Conversation with Kizomba Promoter Adriana Neves
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Send us a text In episode 11 of Kizomba Conversations, we are joined with Adriana Neves a prominent figure in the Kizomba scene in London. Adriana shares her journey from being a professional dancer in Brazil to becoming a Kizomba teacher and event promoter. Adriana also explores the evolution of Kizomba in London, the challenges of promoting event…
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Episode #10: In Conversation with Kizomba Teachers Frans and Sarah
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Send us a text In this 10th episode of Kizomba Conversations, we interview Frans and Sarah, a dance couple from Belgium. Frans and Sarah share their background and how they got into Kizomba. They talk about their training with mentor José Nongala and his teaching philosophy. They discuss the importance of structured learning for beginners and the f…
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Episode #9: In Conversation with Kizomba DJ Galo
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Send us a text In this 9th episode of Kizomba Conversations, we are joined by the energetic and talented DJ Galo for our first online conversation, from Germany! A passionate Kizomba DJ who shares his journey into DJing and his love for Kizomba music. He talks about his background, growing up in Cape Verde and Angola, and how he became involved in …
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Episode #8: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Manon Batrel
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Send us a text In this 8th episode of Kizomba Conversations, we are joined by the wonderful Manon Batrel, a truly talented Kizomba dancer, performer, and teacher. Manon shares her journey into Kizomba, her love for the dance, and her experiences as a teacher. She talks about her introverted nature and how she had to learn to be more outgoing as a d…
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Episode #7: Kizomba Friends Edition: Part 1
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Send us a text In this seventh episode of Kizomba Conversations, we sit down with friends and discuss their love for Kizomba and their personal journeys with the dance. They share how they were introduced to Kizomba and what keeps them coming back. The conversation also touches on their preferences for different dance styles within the Kizomba genr…
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Episode #6: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Emmanuel, Mistre MeuSemba
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Send us a text In this sixth episode of Kizomba Conversations, we sit down with Emmanuel, Mistre MeuSemba an experienced Kizomba dancer and teacher. Emmanuel talks about his background, his love for music, his journey into Kizomba, and his teaching style. Emmanuel also shares his vast experiences of learning and teaching Kizomba, including the chal…
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Episode #5: In Conversation with Kizomba Promoter - Seyi
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Send us a text In this fifth episode of Kizomba Conversations, we welcome Seyi, the promoter behind the sensational Kizomba Chocolate Tuesdays! What’s Inside: The UK Kizomba Scene: Seyi reveals the vibrant world of Kizomba in the UK, sharing his journey of nurturing a thriving and successful Kizomba night. Community & Diversity: Seyi also discusses…
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Episode #4: In Conversation with Kizomba DJ - DJ Sabura
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Send us a text In this fourth episode of Kizomba Conversations, we discover how DJ Sabura entered the world of DJing and Kizomba, the challenges he faced as a white DJ in a predominantly black scene, and his unique approach to creating the perfect dance floor vibe. Sabura shares insights on technique, song selection, and the importance of continuou…
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Episode #3: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Rico Suave
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Send us a text In this third episode of Kizomba Conversations, Rico Suave shares his journey from Guinea-Bissau to Portugal and then to the UK. He discusses the origins of his nickname, the influence of music and dance in his upbringing, and the significance of Kizomba as a way of life. Rico also delves into the variations of dance under the Kizomb…
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Episode #2: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Riquita Alta
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Send us a text In this second episode of Kizomba Conversations, we are joined by the legendary Kizomba teacher Riquita Alta. She shares her personal journey with Kizomba, from growing up in Angola to moving to Portugal and then to London where she develops her teaching skills. She explains the influence of Zouk music on Kizomba and the importance o…
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Episode #1: In Conversation with Kizomba Teacher Shaina Kalila
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Send us a text In this episode of Kizomba Conversations, Shaina Kalila, who is a Kizomba teacher in London, joins us on the sofa for our first episode to discuss her Kizomba journey. She shares insights on her early years learning from her mother and explains how she fell in love with Kizomba, the impact on her life and why she loves dancing. Shain…
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