The Tango Banter

In this episode, I chat with Rita Berenshteyn about her journey from ballroom to tango and what it was like navigating the transition. We dive into the quirks of ballroom culture, the challenges of ad...

15 Jan 202532min

This episode dives into a tricky but common topic in the tango world: why advanced dancers often say no to beginners. We explore the underlying dynamics of these decisions, unpacking everything from t...

8 Jan 202535min

What would you change about tango in the New Year? 2024 brought some curious trends to the social tango scene, and in this episode, we dive into the ones we’d gladly cancel. From musical experiments t...

1 Jan 202542min

Today Alex and I dive deep into The Tango Lesson (1997), Sally Potter's polarizing exploration of tango and artistic expression. From dissecting its surreal, dreamlike sequences to debating its portra...

24 Des 202455min

Have you ever been caught in the whirlwind of conflicting advice from tango teachers, each one claiming to hold the ultimate truth? In this reflective episode, we explore how the diverse styles of tan...

18 Des 202444min

What happens when a social dancer steps into the world of competitive tango? In this episode, I reflect on my decision to compete again and how it’s shaped my perspective on tango—both socially and cr...

11 Des 202429min

This episode is about something that’s both exciting and complicated—tango crushes. If you’ve ever felt an instant connection with someone during a tanda or found yourself thinking about a dance partn...

4 Des 202432min

After almost giving up on tango, I found myself drawn back to the dance—but not in the way I expected. In this episode, I reflect on the lessons I’ve learned about the unique challenges of tango, what...

27 Nov 202453min