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8:39

Close Embrace vs. Open Embrace: Which One Is the...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2026/07/22

Few topics in Argentine tango inspire as much passion as the embrace. Should dancers remain chest-to-chest in close embrace, or does open embrace offer a richer range of expression? In this episode, we explore both perspectives. You'll hear why many dancers consider close embrace the emotional heart of tango, a place where connection, musicality, and shared presence take priority over complex movement. We also examine the case for open embrace, looking at its historical roots, its expanded movement

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8:33

Are tango traditions empowering or oppressive?...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2026/07/19

Why does tango have so many traditions and are they still serving the dancers of today? In this episode, we explore one of the most nuanced conversations in Argentine tango: whether tradition is a source of empowerment or a form of unnecessary restriction. We look at the history behind familiar practices like the cabeceo, tanda, cortina, and ronda, revealing how they emerged as thoughtful solutions to real social challenges rather than arbitrary rules. We also examine the opposing perspective: what

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7:34

Mastering the tango embrace: Spirals, giros, and...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2026/04/22

In this episode, Dimitris Bronowski shares insightful excerpts from Tango Tips by the Maestros, focusing on practical ways to refine your tango technique and connection. Through guidance from Sophia Luisa Paul, listeners explore how arm spirals can transform the embrace, how understanding turning axes improves giros, and how the “third dimension” enhances musicality and communication. This episode blends technical clarity with artistic awareness, helping dancers free their minds and deepen their

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11:26

Technique as Love: The Hidden Foundation of Tango. By...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2026/04/21

Learning technique in tango is not about perfection, but about respect: developing body awareness and control to connect deeply and responsibly with a partner. This episode explores how technique becomes the foundation for freedom, expression, and true connection, allowing dancers to move beyond steps into a shared, improvisational experience. Through the philosophy behind the Bonaventura Method, we dive into tango as an art of generosity, musical embodiment, and human connection.More Tango

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107:00

Interview with the author of 'Bliss: A Practical...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/11/24

What is “tango bliss,” and can every dancer reach it? Author Aleksey joins us to discuss how Argentine tango can awaken presence, healing, and joy, and how breath, attention, and connection shape every embrace.You can find the book at https://blissfultango.com You can join the Curious Tanguero newsletter at http://thecurioustanguero.com Hug and let go. The first will bring you happiness, the second peace.

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10:40

Advanced tips: Your foot is NOT a point

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/08/29

Advanced tips: Your foot is NOT a pointFor more tango tips, resources, books, retreats, and much more: thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango

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05:00

How to improve your tango by observing others

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/08/29

How to improve your tango by observing others For more tango tips, resources, books, retreats, and much more: thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango Some of my suggestions: Watch videos of Jonathan Saavedra & Clarisa Aragón dancing D’Arienzo. Watch videos of Chicho dancing Di Sarli. Watch videos of Vanesa Villalba and Facundo Pinero dancing Pugliese. Watch videos of Sebastian Achaval dancing to Miguel Calo. Watch videos of Ariadna Naveira and Fernando Sanchez dancing milonga.

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12:23

How to easily recognize the beginning of a musical...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/08/29

How to easily recognize the beginning of a musical phrase in tango Hear the Beat, Feel the Music: Link For more tango tips: thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango

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05:40

Tango Tips by Carlos and Mirella

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/05/14

Let's discover Carlos and Mirella's advice to:Uncover how true grounding in dance starts from the floor up, Learn the art of a seamless embrace with steady pressure points, relaxed shoulders, and crystal-clear open vs. close positions. Elevate your elegance and musicality with bite-sized exercises, from 20-second posture checks to deep dives into musical phrasing and tango escenario. For the complete chapter, and many more, check the book Tango Tips by the Maestros on Amazon in English,

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07:08

What if your hands, your breath, and your awareness...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/04/17

What if your hands, your breath, and your awareness were the missing links in your tango connection? - by Bruna Estellita & Julián Sanchez, world tango champions 2023.Let's reveal the subtle, often overlooked elements that make a tango truly come alive. For more tango tips, resources, and the occasional dad jokes: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango/ Join the Curious Tanguero Newsletter so you don't miss the next tips: https://thecurioustanguero.com/

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03:54

What Your Embrace Angle Says About Your Dance

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/04/11

Ever struggled to lead a cross without using force? In this episode, we explore how a different angle can make tango movements feel different.Find more ways to develop your tango at https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango Receive more tango tips at https://thecurioustanguero.com/

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05:08

The Simple Tango Tip That Transformed My Stability

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/03/09

Discover the surprisingly simple yet powerful technique that can instantly make your tango walk and turns feel more stable and controlled. By embracing the rhythm of "push the sand, pull the sand," you'll unlock a whole new level of balance, connection, and effortless movement on the dance floor.Find the tanscription here: https://thecurioustanguero.com/the-simple-tango-tip-that-transformed-my-stability/ Find more tango resources here: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango Join the Curious

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12:34

Alejandra Mantiñan on Tango’s Lost Secrets and the...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/03/07

In this episode, tango legend **Alejandra Mantiñan** shares raw, unfiltered insights on what’s missing in today’s tango world—passion, depth, and the courage to truly expose oneself. She reveals how life shapes your dance, why chasing styles is a lie, and the painful truth about the fading authenticity of milonga culture. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and stirred as we dive into the soul of tango with one of its most iconic voices.You can find more of Alejandra's thoughts in the book Tango

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07:02

Unlocking space on the closed side of the tango embrace

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/02/28

Feeling trapped on the closed side of the tango embrace? In this episode, we break down why it happens, how both leaders and followers can create more space, and what small adjustments can transform your dance experience.Transcript: https://thecurioustanguero.com/unlocking-space-on-the-close-side-of-the-tango-embrace/ For more tango tips, resources, and the occasional dad jokes: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango/ Join the Curious Tanguero Newsletter so you don't miss the next

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06:10

Tango confidence - my review

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/02/24

If you want to check the free live masterclass ‘The Relaxed Dancer’s Roadmap: 4-steps to Stop Overthinking in Tango‘ you can do it here. To read the transcription of the episode go here.

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09:44

The missing tango embrace tip (something I didn’t...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/02/20

Discover the secret to a connected tango embrace that feels like home. In this episode, we dive into the power of breathing with your back and how it transforms both your lead and your partner’s experience on the dance floor. For more tango tips, resources, and the occasional dad jokes: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango/ Join the Curious Tanguero Newsletter so you don't miss the next tips: https://thecurioustanguero.com

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07:31

Enrosques Unlocked: A Simple Shift That Changes...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/02/13

Struggling to stay balanced in your enrosques? In this episode, we break down the secrets to stability, exploring how a "lazy pivot" and a simple weight check can transform your technique.For more tango tips, resources, and the occasional dad jokes: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango/ Join the Curious Tanguero Newsletter so you don't miss the next tips: https://thecurioustanguero.com/

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18:27

4 things advanced followers do differently

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2025/01/31

In this episode, we explore the six characteristics that set advanced followers apart—and how understanding them can transform your tango experience with them.The remaining 3 characteristics can be found in the first email of the Curious Tanguero newsletter. If you are already a subscriber, feel free to email me and I'll send them to you. For more tango resources: https://thecurioustanguero.com/argentinetango

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07:12

The Complete Tango Musicality Formula - Course Review

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2024/10/23

I wanted to share my thoughts on an online tango musicality course I recently took that really stood out: The Complete Tango Musicality Formula. To access the Free webinar ''Mastering Tango Musicality: 4 Secrets To More Creative Dancing'' go here: https://bit.ly/4secretstangomusicality I decided to take this course because I often found myself too focused on the steps and not enough on truly flowing with the music. Sometimes, tango music just felt like a confusing bowl of sound, and I struggled to

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38:55

Melina Sedó & Detlef Engel Part 2/3 - What makes a...

The Curious Tanguero - A Tango podcast for Tangueros ·

2024/06/12

The second part of the interview with Melina Sedo and Detlef Engel. We’ll discuss how you can discover great events for you, and try to understand a bit about double role dancing. (A link to an interview specifically about double role dancing will be published when available.)Melina Sedo: https://www.melinasedo.com/ Tango de Salon: https://www.tangodesalon.de/ The book: https://www.caminarabrazados.com/ The Curious Tanguero newsletter: https://thecurioustanguero.com/ Books: Tangofulness:

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