Episode 30 - Ciara @ciaracastro

In Episode 30 of The Shuffle Curious Podcast we interviewed Ciara Castro, a prominent figure in the Shuffle Community. Ciara began shuffling after finishing her cheerleading career, and upon graduating college. Though, she has been a dancer all her life. In the interview, Ciara shares how she developed her skills by practicing in her father's backyard, using a piece of plywood as her first stage. As her competence grew, she found inspiration in other shufflers and felt empowered by the women in the community, which motivated her to set big goals in the shuffle scene.

Ciara went on to dance for artists in the electronic music scene, standing out at festivals like Seismic, Hard Summer 2021, and EDC Las Vegas. She is currently a resident dancer for the Concourse Project in Austin, Texas. Throughout the interview, Ciara shares her passion and desire to make the most of every opportunity that comes her way. We also discuss her foray into shuffle battles, beginning with her participation in the FTS Battlegrounds Tournament, where she surprised even herself by winning her first tournament.

Recently, Ciara has been very active in her local community, teaching classes, organizing meetups, and taking steps to build a strong and united community.

For this, we absolutely love everything Ciara has done for our scene. This episode is one you won't want to miss!

Links and Resources:

Website

https://www.ciarashuffles.com/

Videos

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzmisutvAo8/?igsh=djQyaTA3dnN1cjBj

Shufflers/DJs/Friends Mentioned:

@supatothedupa

@nes.edith

@rebelindustry

@ecruz_n

@ciarashuffles

@sterlingtorress

@Laurencorazza

@cici

@thekellygray_

@t78official

@celestialshuffleacademy

@earthtomars__

@saymynamemusic

@seismicdanceevent

@inher.space

@matrodamusic

@fts_shufflers

@killersteezeofficial

@vyper_tx

@krisis_shuffler

@krok.dj

@al.b.groovin

@juan40bpm

@papaturnt1

@therealdaveruby

@kento_baby

@briggidy

@xamninja

Credits:

• Host: Padric "Paddy" Lynch

• Producers: Padric Lynch / Geronimo Hoyos Rodriguez

• Editor: Geronimo Hoyos Rodriguez

• Graphics: Gustaf Linnerborg

  
  

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Episode 28 - Risen @shfflrisen In Episode 28 of The Shuffle Curious Podcast we talked with Risen, a dynamic dance crew hailing from Medellin, Colombia. Led by Camilo Torres and Maria Aldana, Risen was born in January 2022 and has quickly become a significant presence in the Colombian dance community. During this episode, we had the privilege of connecting with some core members of the crew, including Gero, Isabella, and Camilo. Each member shared their unique dance journey and what led them to become an integral part of Risen. They speak about their personal introductions to dance and how they serendipitously found each other at the right moments. The crew members express how they discovered the art of dance in their own unique ways and began sharing their passion with one another. They also discuss their efforts in connecting with other cities within Colombia, fostering bonds through dance events and community outreach. Camilo, the mind behind the crew, envisioned filling the gaps of knowledge within the local shuffle community in Medellin, Cutting Shapes Medellin (CSM). His aim was to teach freestyle techniques, arm flow, and a healthy mindset and philosophy surrounding dance. He initiated training sessions and offered classes to CSM, which ultimately led to the formation of Risen. Risen proudly describes themselves as a group of outcasts who place great value on spirituality and the profound connections they share through dance. They have solidified their place as one of Colombia's most renowned shuffle crews on the national stage. For Risen, the health and wellness of the group take precedence over personal matters. They utilize dance as a means to solve problems and find emotional healing. The crew places strong emphasis on the connections they share with others, recognizing the value each individual brings and the importance of being fully present within the group. Risen's journey reached a significant milestone during the Cutting Shapes Colombia national meet-up, where they showcased their skills, putting them on the national map. Since then, they have hosted events such as "For Our Culture" and have generously supported various dance communities in their endeavors. Risen has been inspiring connection across communities, welcoming shufflers and all style dancers into the Colombian shuffle scene, and making a substantial impact within. Join us in Episode 28 for an incredible conversation with Risen, a crew united by dance and the profound connections they share as they continue to shape the dance community in Medellin, Colombia, and beyond. Links and Resources: Oliver Heldens Shuffle Video https://youtu.be/hhKCS2fWiQo?si=86htb5Zhn2SRdgw1 Gero’s First Video On IG https://www.instagram.com/p/BLZuEF2g8Sy/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The Alchemist https://ia601006.us.archive.org/13/items/OceanofPDF.comTheAlchemist/_OceanofPDF.com_The_Alchemist.pdf Camillo’s Song https://spotify.link/9IMwdnEs9Db Shufflers Mentioned: @geroagujeros17 @camilo.torres12 @zak_ospina @_isahenao_ @shfflrisen @cuttingshapesmedellin @pedrops26 @shufflebga @wanderlustpasto @geronimohoyoss @marialdanae @cuttingshapesbogota @autumnventerss @caroflow_ @cuttingshapes.colombia @buelvasvl @persaintt @_jaylor._ @csc_united @jaramrabbit @sideshowshufflers @milehighshufflers @marbiik @shuffleshowcase Credits: Host: Padric "Paddy" Lynch Producers: Padric Lynch / Ryan Sports Editor: Ryan Sports Music: JT Thirakoun Graphics: Gustaf Linnerborg Subscribe To Shuffle Curious: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqOrpbwGQsTCz7fpbDtiZsw?sub_confirmation=1 Shuffle Curious IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_shuffle_curious_podcast/?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM%3D Shuffle Curious Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/paddy-lynch-243786115/sets/the-shuffle-curious-podcast?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Shuffle Curious Store: https://shuffle-curious.printify.me/products