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"The Oriental Café Podcast"Episode #33 - The Many Lives of a Professional Belly DancerWelcome to episode #33 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, hosted by Joana Saahirah, on the many lives of a professional oriental dancer (aka "belly dancer").
In this episode, I´m drawing from a successful 25+ year career in the field of Egyptian Oriental & Folkloric Dance - in Egypt and the International Circuit - and share the many facets and chapters of that career and what I´ve learned from each of those chapters.
🎤🎧✨For more information about my Professional Mastermind Program, for dancers who want help in the creation of their professional course or/and performance, follow this link...2025-07-2156 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Tarab, Maqamat, and the Magic of Arabic Music & Dance with Maya Youssef - Episode #32Welcome to episode #32 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah.
In this episode, we receive Maya Youssef, a Syrian musician and composer based in the United Kingdom and master of the qanun🌺🪘🎼
In this episode, Joana Saahirah invites Maya Youssef to discuss Tarab, Maqamat, Taksim & the Magic of Arabic Music & Dance; what it was like to grow up in Syria; the value of Mistakes; and much more. Oh, she also plays the kanun and almost makes me cry.
🎤🎧✨For more information about Maya Youssef´s work, follow this link: https://mayayoussef.com/
🎤References sha...2025-07-101h 40
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Episode #31 - The loss of the Soul in Egyptian Dance (and how to bring it back)Welcome to episode #31 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, by Joana Saahirah.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I expose the loss of the soul in Egyptian Dance - aka "belly dance" - and how we can bring that soul back. The soul of the dance and our soul.
I point out a few elephants in the room - a dance trend based on competition, aggressivity, stress and anxiety, ego overload, meaningless and excessive action, the marathon toward the abyss - and I propose a different, though ancient, way of doing things. Life and dance.
🎁To claim your Free Soul...2025-06-2347 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Marketing your Dance & the Joys of Living in Egypt with Katie el Shaarany - Episode #30How to sell your Egyptian Dance services like a professional; the joys and challenges of living in Egypt; why tapping into your Masculine Polarity may be the most urgent thing you need to do right now - to move the needle in your dance and life -; and much more.
In episode #30 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, I, your host, Joana Saahirah, invite Katie el Shaarany, a former dancer and eternal lover of Egyptian Dance - aka "belly dance" - and marketing expert who´s helping fellow dancers to sell the hell out of their services and pr...2025-06-082h 02
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Episode #29 - How I launched my dance career in EgyptWelcome to episode #29 of "The Oriental Café" podcast hosted by Joana Saahirah.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I tell the truth about becoming a successful professional oriental dancer in Cairo, Egypt, the Mecca of Egyptian Dance - aka "belly dance".
🎤🎧✨Without sugar-coating it, I share:
1. The first steps I needed to take to launch myself in Cairo.
2. The shocks and reality checks I went through.
3. How I got my first dance contract - with my first orchestra - and what it took to keep me at the top of my game, performing daily...2025-05-2631 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"A Male "belly dancer" in a Woman´s World with Arturo Casco - Episode #28Being a male "belly dancer" in a world of women; the art and preparation behind an exceptional dance performance; and how to erase prejudice with love.
This, and more, is what you´ll find in episode #28 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast with our special guest, the talented dancer, Arturo Casco. Arturo Casco is a professional Oriental Dancer and Instructor, Life Coach, and Sage. His dance style and approach to life are soulful and unique.
🎤🎧✨To discover Arturo Casco´s work, visit his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arturobellydance/
🎤🎧✨To subscribe to "The Oriental Café" Podcast Newsl...2025-05-121h 39
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Episode #27 - Tradition versus Modernization in Egyptian DanceWelcome to episode #27 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, by Joana Saahirah.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I expose the polemic subject of tradition and modernization in Egyptian Dance - aka "belly dance" - and how that confuses and limits the experience of dancers.
🎁To check our Free Learning Resources - on authentic Egyptian Dance & Personal Empowerment -, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/free-learning
✨To subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter and be the first to receive our news and gifts, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/the-oriental-cafe-podcast-newsletter
✨For more information about Joana Saahirah´s...2025-04-2839 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"50 Years in the Belly Dance Business with Mesmera Merkaba - Episode #26With five decades of work in the field of "Belly Dance", Mesmera Merkaba shares the essentials of her craft, what she values in dance - and life -, and why longevity doesn´t have to be boring or scary.
A provocative and deeply stimulating conversation with one of the first oriental dancers I ever studied with (in the time of VHS tapes); an inspiration; and an artist of extreme elegance.
That´s what you´ll find in episode #26 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast - 2nd season - with our special guest, Mesmera Merkaba. Mesmera Merkaba is a...2025-04-141h 56
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Episode #25 - What I´ve learned from my career in EgyptWelcome to episode #25 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, by Joana Saahirah.
🎤🎧✨This episode, the first in the second season of the podcast, revolves around what I´ve learned from my dance career in Egypt.
🎁To claim the Gift offered in this episode - the Free Ebook "3 Rules for Success" (for oriental dancers who want to shine) - follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/claim-your-free-ebook-3-rules-for-success
✨To subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter and be the first to receive our news and gifts, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/the-oriental-cafe-podcast-newsletter
✨For more information...2025-03-3143 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"8 Steps to a Happier Life - Episode #24Welcome to episode #24 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, by Joana Saahirah, on 8 steps to a better life.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, the last in the 1st season of our podcast, I share 8 steps - or awareness points - that´ll make you happier.
🎁To claim the Gift offered in this episode - a Free Egyptian Dance Class to boost your happiness - subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter. To subscribe and be the first to receive this free dance class, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/the-oriental-cafe-podcast-newsletter
🎁Check our other available Courses at Joana Saahirah´s Online...2024-12-3033 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"The Arts & Vulnerability with Eduardo Barreto - Episode #23I cried and laughed hard when I revised this episode for publication.
Eduardo Barreto, a Portuguese-born artist who´s been living and creating in London for more than 30 years, sat with me and reminded me why it´s worth remaining human.
He´s a theater and cinema director, screenwriter; initiator of grand things, and my guest in an episode that is going to blow your mind.
In this episode, we talk about the arts - theater, cinema, literature -, the sacredness of actors, how to get our creative juices flowing, living between cultures, the...2024-12-171h 54
"The Oriental Café Podcast"What we gained and lost in Egyptian Dance - Episode #22In episode #22 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, by yours truly, Joana Saahirah, I share what we´ve gained and lost in the field of Egyptian Dance - aka "belly dance" - in the last decades.
🎤🎧✨I draw from my in-depth experience as a professional dancer and teacher - in Egypt and around the world - to share my observations of what has improved in our beloved art form and what we´ve lost along the way.
🎁To claim your 20% discount on a course of your choice at Joana Saahirah´s Online Dance School and enjoy our Free Learni...2024-12-0537 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Arabic Music and Tarab with George Sawa - Episode #21The magic of Egyptian Music and Dance, Tarab, living between the East and the West; how to deal with tricky musicians, the books that feed our soul, and more.
That´s what you´ll find in episode #21 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast with our special guest, Mr. George Sawa.
George Sawa is an Egyptian-born musician, teacher, author, and researcher; he´s also one of the most beloved collaborators in Joana Saahirah´s Online Dance School. It´s a pleasure to feature him in this unforgettable episode that brought me to tears and laughter.
🎤🎧✨To discover Ge...2024-11-181h 44
"The Oriental Café Podcast"5 Steps to Become a More Creative Dancer - Episode #20Welcome to Episode #20 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about 5 steps you can use to become a more creative dancer🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I share 5 keys to unlock your Creativity and I also answer questions from our podcast community.
🎁To claim your Bonus Sheet with the list of My Favorite Books on Creativity, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/claim-your-bonus-pdf-my-favorite-books-on-creativity
🎁To join the Waiting List for the upcoming edition of Joana Saahirah´s Signature Course - authentic Egyptian Dance & Personal Empowerment from the ABC to Mastery - follow this link: https://www.joanasaah...2024-11-0938 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Mahraghanat Dance & Freedom with Hend Elbalouty - Episode #19Welcome to Episode #19 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast with Hend Elbalouty (by Joana Saahirah).
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Hend Elbalouty, the author of the book "Mahraghanat Dance in Egypt: Between Acceptance and Rejection" to discuss "Mahraghanat" Music and Dance, Patriarchy, what it´s like to live between East and West, and the power of female fierceness.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤Subscribe to our PODCAST NEWSLETTER and be the first to know about our upcoming episodes & exclusive...2024-10-211h 45
"The Oriental Café Podcast"How to Become a Professional Bellydancer - Episode #18Welcome to episode #18 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, hosted by Joana Saahirah, on what it takes to become a professional Oriental Dancer.
In this episode, I´m drawing from a successful 20+ year career in the field of Egyptian Oriental & Folkloric Dance - in Egypt and in the International Circuit - to share some of the most important skills and insights you need to master if you dream about working in this field and succeeding at it.
🎤🎧✨If you wish to receive our (free) Bonus Check-List with 5 Principles for Successful Professional Oriental Dancers, follow this link: https://ww...2024-10-0852 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"How to be a Multi-Passionate & Ageless Goddess with Jian Sakakeeny - Episode #17Welcome to episode #17 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast about the Art of Being a Multi-Passionate and Ageless Goddess, an episode featuring one of the dearest members of our global dance community, Jian Sakakeeny.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Jian Sakakeeny, Miss Senior Universe, to talk about her many jobs and passions, her late start in Egyptian Dance and how this art form has led her into the stage and self-empowerment, what it means to age gracefully, and how Creativity can change our life. We go deep into what it means to be an unstoppable woman and force for good...2024-09-231h 11
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Self-Empowerment Lessons from Egyptian Dance - Episode #16Welcome to Episode #16 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about the Self-Empowerment Lessons I´ve learned from Egyptian Dance.
🎉 🎤🎧✨In this episode, I reveal a few of the life-changing lessons I learned from my practice of Egyptian Dance - as a performer, teacher, researcher, and choreographer - in terms of Self-Empowerment.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤🎧✨To claim your Free Ebook "4 Rules for Egyptian Dance & Self-Empowerment", follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/ebook-4-keys-to-egyptian-dance-and-se...2024-09-0946 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Life in Upper Egypt, Sufism, & Hopping Off the Mouse Wheel with Brian Flynn - Episode #15Welcome to episode #15 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast dedicated to Life in Luxor, Sacred Art, Sufism, and hopping off the Mouse Wheel, with my guest, the Painter Brian Flynn, a long-time resident in Egypt, a Sufi, and a Seeker.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Brian Flynn, who has been living and creating in Egypt for decades, for a soulful conversation on his life in the West Bank, in Luxor; his Sufi practice, how to get off the mouse wheel, the meaning of Sacred Art; and more.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotif...2024-08-261h 32
"The Oriental Café Podcast"What Makes Egyptian Dance a Magical Art Form - Episode #14Welcome to Episode #14 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast about "What makes Egyptian Dance a Magical Art Form"🎉
In this episode, I draw from my experience as a professional oriental dancer, in this field, at the highest level, for more than 20 years, and I share the keys to the magic of Egyptian Dance.
🎤Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter and be the first to know about our upcoming episodes & exclusive content we´re only sharing inside the podcast newsletter. To subscribe, follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/the-oriental-cafe-podcast-newsletter
🎤🎧✨For more information about our pioneering online course "The...2024-08-1235 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Feminine Power, Persian Roots, and Sufism with Schirin Chams-Diba - Episode #13Welcome to episode #13 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast dedicated to the Power of the Feminine, Persian Roots, and Sufi Magic with our guest, Schirin Chams-Diba
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Schirin Chams-Diba, a multi-passionate and gorgeous dancer, teacher, and searcher, for a deep and vulnerable conversation about the power of the Feminine - and why we need it so desperately -, her Persian Roots, and the Magic of Sufi philosophy and practice.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤References shared by our gues...2024-07-282h 12
"The Oriental Café Podcast"The Egyptian Dancers who Shaped Me - Episode #12Welcome to Episode #12 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about the Egyptian Dancers and Teachers who shaped my vision of dance and life🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I celebrate iconic dancers and teachers like Souhair Zaki, Mona el Said, Mahmoud Reda, and more, who educated, inspired, and empowered me; the ones who made the biggest impact on my dance and life path.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤🎧✨To claim your Free "Reda Dance Style" Class, subscribe to our Podcast New...2024-07-1635 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Personal Freedom, Astrology, and Friendship - Episode #11 with Susana VitorinoWelcome to episode #11 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast dedicated to Personal Freedom, Astrology, Friendship (and more), with one of my best friends, Susana Vitorino.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Susana Vitorino, a professional actress, author, shaman, astrologer, soul whisperer, teacher, and more; also, one of my best life-long friends, to embark on a vulnerable conversation about subjects dear to the human heart.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤References shared by our guest:
Book: "Awareness" by Anthony De Mello2024-07-011h 46
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Self-Care for Juicy Dancers - Episode #10Welcome to Episode #10 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about essential self-care rituals for juicy dancers🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I share the Self-Care Rituals I swear by.
The rituals that keep me healthy, full of vitality, youthfulness, and passion for life. In this episode of "The Oriental Café" Podcast, I share these self-care strategies and I offer our podcast newsletter subscribers a sneak peek into my Private Go-To Self-Care Routine.
🎁To claim your Basic Self-Care Routine, subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter (the bonus routine will be shared in our newsletter on the 27th of June)....2024-06-1734 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Womanhood & the Ancient Wisdom of Egypt - Episode #9 with Leslie ZehrWelcome to episode #9 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast dedicated to Womanhood & the Ancient Wisdom of Egypt, with our guest, Leslie Zehr.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Leslie Zehr, an author, mentor, and teacher who has developed the concept of "The Sacred Dance" and lived in Egypt, guiding women´s circles and other magical journeys, for decades.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤References shared by our guest:
Book:
"Dance of the Moon" by Dan Furst
2024-06-031h 24
"The Oriental Café Podcast"How to Become the Best Bellydancer - Episode #8Welcome to Episode #8 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about the art of becoming the best "bellydancer" in the world. Or not. You´ll have to find out🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I share knowledge and experience gathered in more than 20 years of a career in Egyptian Dance, first in Egypt and then around the World. In it, dancers will discover where to focus if they want to become "the best bellydancer". Isn´t it great? (I think it is)
🎁Here´s your 25% discount coupon to be used on the subscription of a course of your choice in Joana...2024-05-1833 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Popular Music & Dance in Modern Egypt - Episode #7 with Sherifa ZuhurWelcome to episode #7 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast dedicated to Popular Dance & Music in Modern Egypt, with our guest, Sherifa Zuhur.
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Sherifa Zuhur, one of the best well-known authors and researchers in the field of Arabic Dance, Music, and Culture, and a dancer in her own right. We go deep into polemic, dynamic, and deep conversation about the evolution of Egyptian Dance and Music, her book "Popular Dance & Music in Modern Egypt", the underground enchantment of the "Mawalid", and more.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcas...2024-05-061h 58
"The Oriental Café Podcast"The Biggest Tabus in Egyptian Dance (destroyed) - Episode #6Welcome to Episode #6 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah about the biggest tabus surrounding Egyptian Dance and how it´s so easy to destroy them🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I "spill the beans" and tell it like it is in regards to the biggest tabus, or prejudices, in regards to Egyptian Dance. I expose those nonsensical ideas and destroy them. In a wink.
🎤🎧✨To listen to our Podcast on the usual audio platforms (Spotify & Apple Podcasts), follow this link: https://www.joanasaahirah.com/podcasts/the-oriental-cafe-podcast
🎤Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter and be the first to know about...2024-04-2430 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"The Renaissance of the Awalim & Personal Freedom - Episode #5 with Perla Elias NemerWelcome to Episode #5 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah with our guest, Perla Elias Nemer🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Perla Elias Nemer, a talented and out-of-the-box dancer, choreographer, teacher, musician (and more).
We go deep into a fascinating, cozy, and fun conversation about personal freedom, the renaissance of the "Awalim", the relationship between Art and Sociology, Mahmoud Reda´s influence, and what it means to create and exist without labels.
🎤References shared by our guest:
Books
1. "Midnight in Cairo" by Raphael Cormack
2. "Il dio che danz...2024-04-081h 14
"The Oriental Café Podcast"How to Make Your Dreams Come True - Episode #4In this episode, I reveal my dream-making formula, the one I´ve been using since I can remember to turn my dreams into reality. Even the ones the world claimed were "impossible".
👉To claim your Free Ebook "My Dream-Making Framework", follow this link: click here to claim your free ebook
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👉To claim your Free Ebook "My Dream-Making Framework" (how to make your dreams come true), availabl...2024-03-2536 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Raks el Sharki & the Role of Art - Episode #3 with Leila HaddadWelcome to Episode #3 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah with our guest, Leila Haddad🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I invite Leila Haddad, an icon in the field of "Raks el Sharki" - Oriental Dance - and an inspiration of mine.
We talk about the definition of "Raks el Sharki", or the lack of one; the changes our dance has gone through; creative freedom; the social and political role of art; Om Kolthoum, and more.
🎤References shared by our guest:
Books
1/ Khalil GIBRAN
« The prophet »
2/ ...2024-02-251h 14
"The Oriental Café Podcast"How Egyptian Dance Changed my Life - Episode #2Welcome to Episode #2 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah🎉
🎤🎧✨In this episode, I´ll tell you how Egyptian Dance changed my life. I mean, drastically.
As I usually say, there´s Joana before this dance and Joana after it.
In this episode, you´ll discover how that radical transformation happened. Far away from the prejudices and the clichés, there´s a real alchemy that happens when you fall in love with this art form - in this episode, I reveal what that alchemy is about.
🎤In this episode, we...2024-02-2517 min
"The Oriental Café Podcast"Love, Creativity, and Soulfulness - Episode #1 with my Husband, MiguelWelcome to Episode #1 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast by Joana Saahirah with my first guest, my husband, and love of my life, Miguel🎉
🎤🎧✨In this introductory episode, we speak about Love, Creativity, Soulfulness, and the "Rice Polemic". Yes, you read it well. If you want to know all about it, feel welcome to listen to this episode and let us know, in the comments, if you´ve enjoyed it.
🎤In this episode, we´ve created Exclusive Content - a bit of a private singing concert and the answer to the question "what makes a long-lasting and...2024-02-251h 59
"The Oriental Café Podcast"My (Life-Changing) Story with The Oriental Café - Episode #0Welcome to Season #1 of "The Oriental Café" Podcast hosted by Joana Saahirah✨📯🧿
In this season, we´re sharing an episode every 15 days.
Some times, we´ll meet solo, you and me; and other times, we´ll receive exciting guests talking about Egyptian Dance, Personal Empowerment, and, alas, Life.
"The Oriental Café" Podcast is a place of congregation, sharing, and humanity where we can inspire, educate, and empower each other. Where we can, simply, exist.
🎤🎧✨In episode #0, I tell our listeners about my (Life-Changing) Story with The Oriental Café. How I fell in love with the "...2024-01-1518 min
Belly Dance LifeMaking Change in Dance CareerAs much as dance brings happiness to your life, sometimes there are moments when you need to take actions and do some changes. Let’s listen to the stories of Luna of Cairo, Joana Saahirah, Anjelica Scannura and Aradia of Las Vegas on how they pivoted their lives and artistic adventures.Show Notes to this episode:Full interviews with our guests:Ep 17. Luna of Cairo: Is Belly Dance Life in Cairo Always a "Fairy Tale"?Ep 165. Luna of Cairo: Life Beyond DanceEp 76. Joana Saahirah: Egyptian Dance As...2023-07-1249 min
Belly Dance LifeTalking About NutritionWe haven’t had many of best of compilation episodes this year so far, so it’s time to fix it! Let’s talk about the nutrition.. You will hear from Cassandra Fox, Jillina Carlano, Alla Kushnir, and Mercedes Nieto.Show Notes to this episode:Full interviews with our guests:Ep 15. Cassandra Fox: Healthy Does Not Have a FaceEp 31. Jillina Carlano: How Food Can Influence Your DanceEp 40. Alla Kushnir: Not Only Luck Makes You Number 1Ep 163. Mercedes Nieto: Finding Home Inside Your Body...2023-05-1650 min
Belly Dance LifeSilvia Brazzoli: Therapeutic Effect Of Belly DanceSilvia Brazzoli is a professional dancer, instructor, yoga teacher, painter, and pizza lover based in Italy. She found her biggest love for oriental dance at the age of 18. Since then she has been dancing and teaching professionally all around the world. The growth of a dancer is a never-ending journey and Silvia is constantly researching, traveling and training in oriental dance and other dance styles, influencing the development of her own style.In this episode you will learn about:- How dance and yoga can compliment each other- Silvia’s tr...2023-05-091h 02
Belly Dance LifeNada El Masriya: Prioritizing Quality Over QuantityNative Egyptian Nada El Masriya grew up belly dancing fully immersed within the rich cultural and historical environment of metropolitan Cairo. Her first formal dance training began early, with her high school’s folkloric troupe. At Cairo University, Nada earned a degree in Egyptian Law, minored in the History of Egyptian Culture and Dance Traditions. At early age Nada began her intensive training and performance with the prestigious Reda Troupe School. In 2002 she emigrated to Canada inspired by a passionate desire to accurately preserve and pass on her rich historic native Egyptian culture.In this ep...2023-05-021h 23
Belly Dance LifeOleksandra Kovalova: Healing Wounds With DancingOleksandra Kovalova is a professional dancer, teacher, choreographer, and certified judge. She is a director of oriental dance school Amberly based in Zhytomyr (Ukraine), and an organizer of the big international festival Yalla Bina. Oleksandra is a winner of Nile Group competition, as well as a mentor for her award-winning students. After living and teaching classes in Germany during past year, she is currently back to Ukraine, and just managed to run a very success edition of her dance festival, gathering dancers from all over Ukraine.In this episode you will learn about:...2023-04-2555 min
Able Nari By Phullo BegumSacred Inner Garden | Individuality | Activate | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Final PartIn this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
We all have a sacred inner garden which is full of wisdom, intuition, knowledge. All we need is to activate it and cultivate it and start accessing it as required.
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Bonus Series Alert Able Nari goes International We are thrilled to announce that now you can catch this Special series on our Platocast YouTube channel which will be released in 10 parts only to know this captivating and mesmerizing international guest –
@joanasaahirah Joana Saahirah of Cairo Fan Page
We take this honor to introduce her to you all:
Joa...2022-02-1013 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumWomb Energy | Creative well | Store of trauma | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 9In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
what is a womb energy, what symbolises and what wonders it can create for women once it is activated.
It is not just a birth creation organ, it has a tremendous depth.
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Bonus Series Alert Able Nari goes International We are thrilled to announce that now you can catch this Special series on our Platocast YouTube channel which will be released in 10 parts only to know this captivating and mesmerizing international guest –
@joanasaahirah Joana Saahirah of Cairo Fan Page
We take this honor to introduce her to you a...2022-02-1013 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumWhat is self love and falling in love | Love Partners | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 8In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The definition of self love and love partnership.
How the masculine energy can help make a union but firstly I am complete in myself.
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Bonus Series Alert Able Nari goes International We are thrilled to announce that now you can catch this Special series on our Platocast YouTube channel which will be released in 10 parts only to know this captivating and mesmerizing international guest –
@joanasaahirah Joana Saahirah of Cairo Fan Page
We take this honor to introduce her to you all:
Joana Saahirah is a Professional Dancer, Teac...2022-02-1013 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumDaily Routine of a Dancer | Time management | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 7In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The daily routine of a dancer or a creative person. Is it good to procastinate or wait for that creative flash or is it better to have a structure and deadline for your creative projects.
She also tells that she does ashtaang Yoga, meditation and water. She calls this routine her non Negotiatable.
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Bonus Series Alert Able Nari goes International We are thrilled to announce that now you can catch this Special series on our Platocast YouTube channel which will be released in 10 parts only to know th...2022-02-1010 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumWomen know your body | sexuality | creativity | Body shaming | Joana Saahirah |Able Nari | Part 6In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The real meaning of sexuality of a woman. How can sexual energy be used as a spark, fire for creativity? It is the self expression which needs to be acknowledged and embraced by the women.
Here, we also learn to deal with body shaming by how to own the self responsibility we can hone the art of ignoring body shaming or victimisation of any form.
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Bonus Series Alert Able Nari goes International We are thrilled to announce that now you can catch this Special series on our Pl...2022-02-1023 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumMyth busters and History behind the Egyptian Dance| Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Episode 4Myth busters and History behind the Egyptian Dance| Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Episode 4
In conversation with Joana Saahirah where she talks about various myth busters related to Egyptian dance and how it is originally formed as a dance form to help pregnant women deliver easily. Symbolically it was a celebration of the procreation the women is capable of.
She extensively talks about embracing your own body type and explore the pleasure associated with movements and body parts.
She also shares her journey of dealing some mishaps related to her dignity where by she maintained her ethics and moral grounds.
Bonus Ser...2022-02-1019 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumHow to be resourceful in adversity | Joana Saahirah | Part 3How to be resourceful in adversity | Joana Saahirah | Part 3
Learn from Joana Saahirah about the inner world of a Dancer
In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
How to be resourceful in times of adversity?
How to own up your choices and make the most in tricky situation, when nothing is working in your favour yet how can you still prepare yourself for your aha moment to arrive. How to use that buffer t...2022-01-2510 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumHow safe are lonely girls in the strange city Cairo| No Parental SupportHow safe are lonely girls in the strange city Cairo| No Parental Support
Learn from Joana Saahirah about the inner world of a Dancer
In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
How safe is it for the lonely girls in an unknown city like Cairo?
Do lonely girls have to suffer sexual harassment?
How important is the parental support to explore your passion and follow your dreams in a new and un...2022-01-2510 minAble Nari By Phullo BegumJoana Saahirah - Dancer | Author (Bonus Series)Joana Saahirah - Dancer | Author (Bonus Series)2022-01-2511 min
Belly Dance LifeJoana Saahirah: Running Dance Courses OnlineJoana Saahirah is a world-renowned dancer, teacher, choreographer and author specialized in Egyptian Oriental and Folkloric dances. She’s written and published 2 books - “The Secrets of Egypt – Dance, Life & Beyond” and "Behind the Curtain", created the pioneering online platforms "Joana Saahirah´s World" and "Joana Saahirah´s Online Dance School" delivering authentic Egyptian dance, personal discovery & empowerment, and she is the creator of the upcoming "The Oriental Café" Podcast.Joana started her career in Egypt, where she performed and lived for 8 years, as well as worked with Mahmoud Reda, as his teaching and choreography assistant. Joana has been a...2021-12-141h 33
Able NariWhat is self love and falling in love | Love Partners | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 8In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The definition of self love and love partnership.
How the masculine energy can help make a union but firstly I am complete in myself.
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Able NariObsession for instant fame or a passion for craft | Joana Saahirah | Part 5In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
About the latest unconscious trend which is caught up with the young aspiring Performers to just run after instant fame or only yearning for popularity. It is certainly taking away the beauty of any creative, performing a2021-02-0113 min
Able NariWomb Energy | Creative well | Store of trauma | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 9In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
what is a womb energy, what symbolises and what wonders it can create for women once it is activated.
It is not just a birth creation organ, it has a tremendous depth.
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Able NariSacred Inner Garden | Individuality | Activate | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Final PartIn this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
We all have a sacred inner garden which is full of wisdom, intuition, knowledge. All we need is to activate it and cultivate it and start accessing it as required.
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Able NariWomen know your body | sexuality | creativity | Body shaming | Joana Saahirah |Able Nari | Part 6In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The real meaning of sexuality of a woman. How can sexual energy be used as a spark, fire for creativity? It is the self expression which needs to be acknowledged and embraced by the women.
Here, we also learn to deal2021-02-0123 min
Able NariDaily Routine of a Dancer | Time management | Joana Saahirah | Able Nari | Part 7In this series of conversation with Joana Saahirah we are going to explore:
The daily routine of a dancer or a creative person. Is it good to procastinate or wait for that creative flash or is it better to have a structure and deadline for your creative projects.
She also tells that she d2021-02-0110 min
Able NariJoana Saahirah - Dancer | Author (Bonus Series)Joana Saahirah - Dancer | Author (Bonus Series)2020-12-2511 min
Belly Dance LifeBest of: Don't be Afraid To Change Your LifeSome of the best moments from our previous episodes! These quiet and uncertain times encourage all of us to question and rethink our lifestyle, goals and dance dreams. Get inspiration from our incredible guests and their life changing stories. Today you will hear from Luna of Cairo, Oscar Flores, Zaina Brown and Joana Saahirah.Show Notes to this episode:Ep 17. Luna of Cairo: Is Belly Dance Life in Cairo Always a "Fairy Tale"?Ep 25. Oscar Flores: I Needed an Opportunity to Live My DreamEp 49. Zaina Brown: Travelling On...2020-05-0746 min
Belly Dance LifeThree Elements of SuccessIt’s a mini-episode!Let’s talk about success in belly dance. What does it really mean? Do you have a clear understanding what are your goals, and ultimate success in this industry? Tune in right now!This is an excerpt from the webinar hosted by Joana Saahirah where I was a guest speaker. Find more information at Joana Saahirah´s World Webinar Series available at www.joanasaahirah.com.Show Notes to this episode:Find Iana on Instagram, FB, Youtube, website .Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcastFi...2019-12-0813 min
Belly Dance LifeJoana Saahirah: Egyptian Dance As The Tool For Self-Knowledge And EmpowermentThis is one of those episodes that I have marked as "must listen again"!Joana Saahirah is a world-renowned dancer, teacher and choreographer specialized in Egyptian Oriental and Folkloric dance, an actress and an author. After almost a decade of life and career in Egypt, presenting shows on a daily basis with her own orchestra, Joana has created a unique style of teaching, choreographing and performing that unites East and West. She has studied and worked as a choreography and teaching assistant with Mahmoud Reda, and studied with legends of Egyptian Oriental Dance, such as Shokry Mohamed...2019-07-231h 48
Shimmy Shimmy Radio ; Le rendez-vous bi-mensuel de la danse orientale au QuébecSSR - Ep012 - Ishraq - (Danser dans un collectif de danseuses)Ep.012
Danser dans un collectif de danseuses
Troupe Ishraq
(Sasha Lamarre, Cindy Villeneuve, Mariana Montoya)
Québec
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TroupeIshraq
troupeishraq@gmail.com
Leur maman baladi
Nancy Lemay aka Zoubayda (Baladi Québec)
Web: http://baladiquebec.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baladi.quebec
"Bellydance Crush"
Joana Saahirah
Web : https://joanasaahirahworld.com/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/JoanaSaahirahofCairo
Son inspiration du moment
Marta Korzun
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/martakorzun
Formation qui l'a marqué
Back to the soul with: JOANA Saahirah of Cairo | 24-26 novembre 2017
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/142467072972021/Joana Saahirah
Web : https://joanasaahirahworld.com/
Facebook : ...2018-12-1300 min
Shimmy Shimmy Radio ; Le rendez-vous bi-mensuel de la danse orientale au QuébecSSR - Ep010 - Malika Ally & Sylvie Lagacé - (Enseigner la danse orientale en région)Ep.010
Enseigner la danse orientale en région
Malika Ally (Lynda Vallée) & Adra (Sylvie Lagacé)
St-Félicien et Jonquière
Web: https://www.malikabaladi.com/
Facebook (Malika): https://www.facebook.com/linda.vallee.90
Facebook (École orientale Rose des Sabres): https://www.facebook.com/Linda.malikabaladi
Facebook (Adra): https://www.facebook.com/sylvie.lagace.7
Facebook (Passion d'Orient) : https://www.facebook.com/ecolepassiondorient/
Leur parcours en danse orientale
Les milles et une nuits, Jonquière
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aux1001nuits/
Julie Gauthier (Prisme Culturel, Jonquière)
Web: http://www.prismeculturel.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leprismeculturel/
Studio Parfum d'orient, Roberv...2018-05-0200 min
Shimmy Shimmy Radio ; Le rendez-vous bi-mensuel de la danse orientale au QuébecSSR - Ep006 - Donya - (Retour sur Raqs Québec 2017)Ep.006
Retour sur Raqs Québec 2017
Donya
(Présidente actuelle de l'Association québécoise de la Danse Orientale (AQDO))
Québec
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DonyaOrientaldanceartist1111/
Courriel: donyainfos@gmail.com
Téléphone: 418-554-6892
Sa maman baladi
Caroline à École de danse Chantal Caron (St-Jean-Port-Joli)
Web : https://www.ecolededansechantalcaron.com/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/%C3%89cole-de-danse-Chantal-Caron-215282818506620/
Shams (Denise Paradis)
Web: http://www.danseorientaleshams.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danseorientaleshams.shams
Ses Troupes passées et présentes
Troupe Soleil d'Orient
Les Nuits d'émeraude (aujourd'hui)
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/nuitsemeraude/
Ses événements à venir
Raqs O Lac
Web: https://w...2018-01-2400 min
Shimmy Shimmy Radio ; Le rendez-vous bi-mensuel de la danse orientale au QuébecSSR - Ep001a - Sarah Jawida Vézina - (Développer son autonomie et son indépendance dans la danse)Ep. 001a
L’autonomie dans la danse
Sarah Jawida Vézina
Québec
http://www.sarahjawida.com
Facebook: Sarah Jawida Vezina - Oriental dancer : https://www.facebook.com/sarahjawidavezinadanseorientale/
Sa maman baladi
Aïcha
(Académie de danse orientale de Québec) (Web) : http://www.aichaqc.com/
Facebook : Troupe Sirroco du Sérail : https://www.facebook.com/Troupe-Sirocco-du-Sérail-614475138691094/
Projets actuels
Facebook : Compagnie de danse orientale Al Almas : https://www.facebook.com/Compagnie-de-danse-orientale-Al-Almas-1594419920863474/
Avec
Andrée-Anne Brown (Kalila)
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/kalilaorientaldance/
"Bellydance Crush"
Joana Saahirah
Web : https://joanasaahirahworld.com/
Juges à Accès Asie 2014
Pierre Khoury
Florence Leclerc
Khadija Jabi...2017-10-2500 min