Enculturation Podcast
Enculturation Podcast aims to spark curiosity through conversation and insights from different cultures around the world in a fun, authentic, and engaging manner. Host Vinh Nguyen, a technical creative with over 15 years of experience in House Dance/Music culture and perspectives from an indigenous anthropologist polyglot, believes people can come together beautifully and coexist. The podcast shares these experiences to bring people together.
Episodes
Why Hip Hop is THE CURE To Racism #35
In this deeply profound episode, I sit with legendary dancer, martial artist, and thinker Bboy Remind. As a core member of the iconic Style Elements crew, Remind has influenced the global breakdance and Hip Hop community for decades. But his story goes far beyond the dance floor.Born in 1977 to a Native American mother (Lakota and Northern Cheyenne from Standing Rock and Lame Deer) and a Filipino
Is Your Pet in Pain? Hidden Signs Most Owners Miss #34
Is your pet hiding pain? Dogs, cats, and horses often mask discomfort, but their bodies reveal subtle signs most owners never notice. In this episode, Dr. Cassie Stansberry, DC — an AVCA Animal Chiropractor and specialist in spinal mechanics, kinesiology, and Neuro Emotional Technique — breaks down the real indicators of pain, stress, and misalignment in pets and how movement patterns reveal what
Modern Life vs. The Spine: How Stress, Tech & Trauma Impact Your Body’s Alignment #33
Modern life is wrecking our posture, draining our energy, and storing emotional trauma deep in our bodies. Chiropractor and healer Dr. Marisa Sum reveals how stress, tech, and lifestyle misalign our spines — and what realignment does for the mind, body, and emotions.In this powerful episode, we explore the science and spirit behind chiropractic care with Dr. Marisa Sum, Doctor of Chiropractic, cer
Meech de France // ARTISTS Must Evolve to THRIVE in 2025?
A dancer understands that they don't practice just by doing movement, but by listening to music and going beyond the physical into the spiritual. In this episode, Meech De France talks about his long journey into the world of dance, from adolescence to becoming a global dance icon. We talked about his time within the Hip Hop and House Dance culture, French dance lineages, creative process, wh
Sekou Heru: House Dance is a Divine Language #31
Beyond the steps and physicality, Sekou believes that House Dance is a divine language. In this episode, Sekou Heru shares his point of view and life experiences from within the culture of house music and house dance. We talked about how it's not just a style, but a divine language and what it means to be chosen by it. We discussed the crossroads of physicality, spirituality, music, and how
Mind Body Movement for Better Health! #30
Ryan Visconti talks about how the mind body connection is fundmental to physical wellbeing in addition to finding ways to individualized your goals and training. We also talked about the current state of health and wellness industry, from the potency of biohacking to the longevity and harms of CrossFit. Other topics include his background in martial arts and dance and how the two inform his approa
Unleash the POWER of Filipino Martial Arts! #29
Unlock the secrets of one of the most effective and deadly martial arts in the world - Eskrima, a traditional Filipino martial art that has been used for centuries to protect and defend. In this video, Gerald Rafael shares the history and philosophy of Eskrima, and explore its unique techniques and strategies that make it a formidable style for self-defense. From its emphasis on efficiency and eco
I SURVIVED HIV Against All Odds! #28
In this powerful and emotional video, Stacey shares his incredible journey of surviving HIV against all odds. From the shock of diagnosis to the struggles of treatment, Stacey takes you through his personal experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way. If you or someone you know is living with HIV, this video is for you. Get ready to be inspired by this story of resilience, hope, and det
King Charles: Chicago Footwork Worldwide #27
King Charles returns to discuss Chicago Footwork and it's worldwide impacts. Stories include his time in Barcelona at the Oyofe African Street Dance Festival, introducing Chicago Footwork to Japan and teaching with a broken foot in Brazil. King Charles also details the involve of gang life and how Chicago Footwork was a way out.
We also talked about some of his judging criterias for dance battle
Decolonize Mental Health: What's Beyond Talk Therapy #26
In this episode, Melisa discusses the importance of recognizing there isn't a one size fits all approach to therapy and allowing sessions to be client lead. Some of the topics covered were the differences between personality reality vs clinical diagnosis, trauma informed care, contrast of self care vs self love, and other upcoming forms of therapy such as Kettamine and Brain Spotting. We also talk
MT Pop: How Popping & Creativity Unlocked The World #25
In this conversation with MT Pop, we talked about how he overcame his humble beginnings and used creative artforms (Popping) to take him around the world to become a global rising star in the world of street dance. He detailed his upbringing, cultural perspectives and the mindset needed to pursue what was once an unreachable dream. From having been stripped of academic opportunities due to financi
Bryant Pangelinan: Defund The Police, A Political Narrative #24
Defund the police, the media's agenda, police quotas, racial profiling and racism within law enforcement; what is the truth and where is the red line?. We also talked about de escalation techniques and when, if at all, would a knee on someone's neck be acceptable? Brazilian Jiujitsu World Champion, Bryant Pangelinan, talks about the inner workings of Law Enforcement during his time as a po
Brooklyn Terry: Uncovering Hip Hop's Worldview #23
In this conversation, Brooklyn Terry talks about the full life he's had ever in the music and dance industry, from Brooklyn's underground to the traveling the world and being on stages with some of the biggest superstars such as Mariah Carey. We also talked about the Crack Era of New York and it's representation within Hip Hop then till now. Terry also talked about the worldviews withi
Kapela: Reach Beyond House Dance Battles EP #22
In this conversation, Kapela talks about what it's like being a Senegalese growing up in France and discovering music and dance which forever changed his life. We talked about his origins in dance especially under the guidance of Babson (Wanted Posse) and the education/worldviews he discovered from this culture. We also did a dive into Europe's dance scene from how it got so big, the tensi
Why AI will NOT Replace Human Creativity: EP #21
How will AI affect humanity's ability to create original artwork? Will it bring about the Dark Ages and replace human creativity? What does it mean for artists to have their work sampled and mass produced? In this episode with Coflo, we covered topics such as the utility of an AI assisted workflow to his perspectives on where Artifical Intelligence meets the human soul.
Coflo shares his th
Snow Raven: Awakening Indigenous Wisdom & Ancestral Intuition | #20
Where does intuition come from? If you could hear mother nature’s voice, what might she say? In this conversation, Snow Raven shares the gifts of indigenous wisdom from the Sakha Republic. We covered topics such as ancestral intuition, pathways of shamanism, perspectives on karma, reincarnation and free will. We also talked about the importance of preservation of indigeneity; threatened by the far
Henry Link: Story of a Hip Hop Legend | Enculturation Podcast #19
A conversation with Henry Link, a Hip Hop dance legend and pioneer, on the highlights of his life such as his time working with Michael Jackson in "Remember The Time," and the origins of Elite Force Crew. We also talked about his childhood before Hip Hop was coined, the legendary Studio 54 Club, and interactions with Buddha Stretch & Caleaf Sellers. We also did a battle analysis of o
Buddha Stretch: Hip Hop's Foundation is Culture, Music & Community | Enculturation Podcast #18
A conversation with the legendary Buddha Stretch on the innerworkings of Hip Hop as a culture, dance, how music and community are foundational. We talked about the need to lose the murder mentality, the degradation of the artform without standards in place, the intersection of culture appropriation vs appreciation and who is a guest or resident in this culture. Other topics included his time worki
Breaking Barriers, A Mayan Story: EP #17
A conversation with Dionicio Virvez on his story of breaking past barriers, stereotypes and discrimination as he forged his own path into the Hollywood film and entertainment industry. We talked how martial arts was foundational in his journey, how he overcame these barriers through faith and a bit of luck, getting his first paid job to finally transitioning into bigger productions and still maint
Untold Stories of Healthcare Professionals: #16
A conversation with Dr. Ashim Hajra on the unspoken experiences of healthcare from a provider perspective. He shared his experiences in dealing with patients of all spectrums and the challenges of navigating sensitive and difficult topics such as death, dying, healthcare rationing and the patient to provider roles and responsibilties. We also talked about how creativity has played a pivotal role a
How Meditation BOOSTS Children's Spirituality: #15
A conversation with Dr. Leila Molahan on her research into the effects of meditation on children, how this transformative practice is integral to developing intuition and cultivating Self-Knowledge. She also shares some of the ways that meditation has been repackaged by the West, deviated from it's original intent and reduced to a performance enhancing tool. Getting back to the roots of medita
King Charles: Chicago Footwork, Cultivating A Global Movement | Enculturation Podcast #14
A conversation with King Charles on his journey through the lens of Chicago Footwork, a dance native to Chicago. We talked about his experiences in this transformative artform and how it was the gateway into his spiritual calling. He shared some of his experiences working in the industry, such as performing in front of 100,000 people with Madonna all the while staying true to your artistry and mai
Prem Kumta: Psychedelics, Ancient Tecnhologies, Indigenous Lineages | Enculturation Podcast #13
A conversation with Prem Kumta on his background and involvement in being a major contributor in shaping the West Coast's urban landscape for music, dance and forward thinking community driven events. He shared his days of being a promoter to having a breakthrough in creating the Red Bull Beat Riders. We then transitioned into a deep discussion on the importance that all people are allowed the
Ejoe Wilson: Dance Is Not A Sword, It's An Art That Can Change the World | Enculturation Podcast #12
A conversation with Ejoe Wilson on his thoughts regarding the importance of being an artist over a warrior, the state of dance and the need to break up style monopolies. We also talked about his views and experiences at "Summer Dance Forever" and what was going through his mind in some of the battles. Despite winning, this event nearly killed him. We also discussed on some of the unspo
Cricket: "Each One Teach One, Be A Partcipant" | Enculturation Podcast #11
A conversation with Cricket on his origins into dance and the intricacies of House Dance/Music and culture. We discussed the drivers and business of battles and contests, where competitions and clubs fall into the mix, and what happens when you identify with winning. Cricket also recounts his first time ever battling Step Fenz & Shan S! Cricket shares some of his keys to advancement, the im
Mestre Versátil Ismail: Capoeira, Lineage, Patriarchy, Axé | Enculturation Podcast #10
A conversation with Mestre Versátil Ismail on Capoeira's cultural and historical lineages, spanning from West Africa to Brazil. We covered many topics such as training modalities, Axé, patriarchy and male dominance, awareness and strength of sensitivity. We also talked about the importance of song, music and tradition within Capoeira and how language is fundamental to connecting to thi
Stacey TheLight Stokes: Vogue, God, Addiction, Revival | Enculturation Podcast #9
A conversation with Stacey TheLight Stokes on his journey through dance and the underground cultures, specifically Vogue. We talked about what these cultures are like, its rich history and global influences. Things got real when Stacey shared about his relationship with addiction as a young man and the 3 catalysts that transformed this dark chapter into a story for anyone who has ever
How Hip Hop Saved a Teacher's Life: EP #8
This episode details how Hip Hop was a saving grace for a public educator. A conversation with Eric Carter Chu (BLKSOAP) on his journey as a public educator, DJ, and the grass roots community driven event; Soul Source LA. We talked about his experiences as an Afro-Chinese American and where the education system fell short, Hip Hop delivered. Eric also discussed his broad yet individualized approa
Odie Kim: Underground Dance Culture, New York to San Francisco | Enculturation Podcast #7
A conversation with Odie Kim; a pioneer and contributor of San Francisco's underground music & dance culture. We talked about traditions vs evolution within Capoeira, his first experience as a New Yorker at a rave, unpacked the elements of club scene, such as what is a cypher and when George Lucas sent Jabbawockeez a cease and desist letter.
Odie was born in the Bay Area, raised in NYC &
Ami 'Tsunami' Ferreira: Creativity Unboxed, Finding Your Flow State | Enculturation Podcast #6
A conversation with a master creative into her process and flow state and all things related to creativity.
Ami “Tsunami” Ferreira, a Bay Area native, has traveled the world as a professional dancer and movement artist for decades and is a multi-faceted artist of fine arts as well. Constantly exploring new places through her travels she has always been intrigued with the details of architecture,
Dance Movement Therapy and Mental Health: #5
A conversation with a psychotherapist on mental health and the intersection with dance movement therapy.
Aaron Mason is a licensed psychotherapist and movement artist based in the Los Angeles area. His study of dance has included the techniques of Hip-Hop, House, Jazz, Ballet, Modern, and most recently West-African dance.
Aaron received his bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of S
Coflo: Be More Dope, Give Less F#@ks | Enculturation Podcast #4
A conversation with a producer on the music industry, originality, musical ideas, dance and capoeira culture.
Coflo is a multi-disciplined movement and musical artist; Capoeira, House Dance, music production, DJing and more.
In this episode we talked about his journey from movement to music, thoughts surrounding music culture (DJing, production, originality) and spreading his message as a cr
Kai Martinez: "Stars Don't Shine, They Burn," Encanto's Message | Enculturation Podcast #3
A conversation with Encanto's Choreographer-Assistant about Disney's hit movie and Colombian culture.
Kai Martinez is a Colombian-American professional dancer, choreographer, movement artist, actor, animation consultant and more.
In this episode, we talked about her origins on New York's dancefloors, cultural family dynamics, Colombian heritage and how all these life experiences were summed
Jardy Santiago: House Dance, Entrepreneurship, Online Learning | Enculturation Podcast #2
A conversation about Jardy's origins in dance, journey through teaching, experiences as a Filipino-American artist and finally his process of creating an online business.
Jardy Santiago is a Filipino-American House Dancer who's been studying the style for over 30 years. His online learning portal (House-Dance.com) and YouTube are the web's biggest resources for learning House Dance. Th
Andy A. Nguyen: The Day I Woke Up Different, An Asian American Story | Enculturation Podcast #1
A conversation about what it's like growing up as an immigrant in another country.
Andy A. Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American Nurse Practitioner, Dancer (Styles of Eon) and author of the children's book, "The Day I Woke Up Different," published through 4th World Press, a family-owned publishing company.
In this conversation, Andy shares his insights and life experience as an Asian-American discoverin
