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Tango Café International

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The podcast on the history of tango with many fascinating curiosities told like a thriller to help you discover this wonderful dance and its music.

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S1 · E41
August 20 · 19 min
The Intimate Embrace of Tango
Argentine tango is analyzed not only as a dance, but as a powerful therapeutic tool capable of improving physical and psychological well-being. Through the metaphor of the embrace, the dynamic between leader and follower is explored, emphasizing how alternating roles fosters mutual trust and profound nonverbal communication. This discipline allows one to experience the balance between masculine and feminine, offering benefits ranging from managing personal relationships to overcoming physical limitations. Dance acts as a mirror of one's internal patterns, promoting renewed vitality and greater emotional awareness. In short, tango is presented as a path of growth that combines the elegance of movement with healing for the soul. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E40
August 15 · 16 min
Rewiring the Brain with Argentine Tango
The effectiveness of tango therapy as a rehabilitative tool for improving the quality of life of patients with Parkinson's disease. Through the rhythmic movement and physical connection of dance, participants experience significant progress in balance, muscle mobility, and the management of daily activities. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E39
August 10 · 19 min
Dancers React to Music Faster than Musicians
Professional dance practice causes permanent structural and functional changes in the human brain. Research conducted by the University of Helsinki reveals that dancers have a greater responsiveness to musical stimuli than even musicians, activating rapid reflexes at a subconscious level. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E38
August 5 · 14 min
Debate on the Afro Roots of Tango
A critical lecture as part of a course on the history of tango, focusing on challenging pro-Africanist theories. A fundamental distinction is introduced between negritude, the participation of black people in a European culture, and Africanness, understood as an ancestral cultural root. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E37
July 30 · 19 min
Pilates and Tango: The Harmony of Center and Movement
The integration of Pilates technique and the Centering Balls method as fundamental tools for improving tango practice. It highlights how body awareness, strengthening the Powerhouse, and breath control allow dancers to achieve more fluid, elegant, and tension-free movements. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E36
July 25 · 19 min
Organizational Guide for a Trip to Buenos Aires
A comprehensive guide for those planning a stay in Buenos Aires, with a special focus on tango culture. Practical tips are provided on how to get around safely using public transportation and transportation apps. Special attention is paid to managing your finances and technological connectivity, suggesting the use of e-SIM cards and exchanging currency for cash. The book also describes the characteristics of the capital's various neighborhoods, highlighting the most touristy areas and those that are potentially dangerous. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E35
July 20 · 22 min
The Mirror of the Other and Mental Reprogramming
Our individual belief system is not the product of lived experiences, but rather the invisible force that actively shapes our reality and our failures. Through the barracuda analogy and life script analysis, we explain how childhood trauma and family conditioning create mental filters that trap us in the role of victim. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TangoCafe_international" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">@TangoCafe_international</a> YouTube Podcast ITALIA: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@tangocafeacademy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">@tangocafeacademy</a> For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc</a> Spotify ITALIA: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka</a> Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821</a> Apple Podcast ITALIA: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091</a>
S1 · E50
July 20 · 17 min
Argentine Tango mirrors deep Meditation
The profound neurological similarities between Argentine tango and mindfulness meditation are examined, highlighting how both practices promote physical and mental well-being. Clinical research demonstrates that dance is as effective as meditation in reducing symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression. Electroencephalogram studies reveal that expert dancers exhibit increased alpha waves, achieving a state of relaxation and deep concentration. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E33
July 10 · 19 min
Rhythmic Architectures of Tango, Vals and Milonga
This guide thoroughly analyzes the fundamental musical and rhythmic structures of tango, waltz, and milonga. The author provides dancers with a true mental map to transform the technical elements of the score into expressive and conscious movements. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091 Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E32
July 5 · 19 min
Stop using your Partner as a Crutch
The fundamental importance of individual balance and body alignment in the practice of Argentine tango. It highlights how correct posture and independent movement are essential to avoid burdening the partner and to ensure a fluid and harmonious dance. Common causes of loss of stability are analyzed, ranging from technical errors and looking at the feet to muscle tension or previous postural issues. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E31
July 1 · 21 min
Tango, Posture and Diaphragm
The profound connection between the diaphragm and posture highlights how this muscle is negatively affected by stress and emotional tension. When the diaphragm loses elasticity and remains contracted, it can trigger a series of physical problems, such as lower back pain, digestive difficulties, and tension in the cervical spine. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E30
June 30 · 20 min
The Brutal Biomechanics of the Tango Embrace
The postural and physical implications of the embrace in Argentine tango, analyzing how this specific position can impact physical well-being. The risks of overloading the balls of the feet and possible foot inflammation or spinal problems, primarily caused by the forward lean typical of dancers, are highlighted. Pain resulting from muscle tension in the arms and shoulders, which is essential for maintaining connection during dance, is also examined. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E29
June 22 · 22 min
Hallux Valgus: Causes, Treatments, and Postural Prevention
Hallux valgus is thoroughly analyzed, describing it as a deformity of the big toe that compromises correct postural biomechanics. The main causes are explored, attributing the condition not only to hereditary factors, but above all to the use of inappropriate footwear and muscle imbalances. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E28
June 17 · 9 min
Your Feet are a second Heart
The fundamental role of the feet as pillars of physical well-being, describing them as complex masterpieces of biomechanical engineering that influence overall posture and circulation. Often neglected or damaged by ill-fitting footwear, these structures act as shock absorbers and blood pumps, and if damaged, they can cause reflex pain in the back, knees, and even the jaw. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E27
June 14 · 17 min
The Mechanics of the Perfect Tango Shoe
Tango shoes aren't just aesthetic accessories, but essential technical tools for ensuring balance, posture, and connection during the dance. Practical advice is provided on choosing natural materials and the correct size, suggesting specific heel heights and the importance of an appropriate sole for the dance floor surface. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E26
June 10 · 17 min
Why Tango Dancers Never Ask Out Loud
The fundamental rules of conduct, known as "Galateo," governing participation in traditional tango evenings. The narrative centers on the cabeceo, a nonverbal invitation technique that uses gazes and subtle nods to discreetly request a dance. This method is highly prized by experienced dancers because it allows them to handle acceptance or refusal with utmost elegance, avoiding the public embarrassment of a failed direct approach. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E25
June 6 · 17 min
To lead you must first Surrender
An excellent tango leader, distinguishing mere technical execution from true emotional connection. It is clear that the role of the leader is not to impose movements, but to surrender to listening to the partner and the music to create a harmonious dialogue. A great dancer prioritizes presence and embrace over a complex repertoire of moves, transforming dance into a moment of authentic sharing. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E24
June 3 · 21 min
The myth of the passive tango Follower
The evolution of the female role in tango, overcoming the obsolete idea of women as passive figures who simply follow their partner's commands. The dance is defined as a dynamic dialogue, in which the follower actively participates through the conscious use of breath, body weight, and connection in the embrace. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E23
May 31 · 22 min
The Embrace in Tango: The Soul of the Dance
The concept of the embrace in tango, defined not as a mere technical posture, but as the vital essence of the dance and a profound act of trust between partners. The psychophysical dimension of connection is explored, suggesting that a genuine emotional presence is more important than the simple execution of figures. Valuable technical tips are provided for improving posture. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E22
May 27 · 19 min
The Addictive Science of Tango Connection
The profound concept of connection in tango, described as a sensory experience that transcends mere technique to become a dialogue between bodies. This union transforms two individuals into a single dynamic entity, where communication occurs through intuition and conscious surrender rather than command. It emphasizes how this bond can manifest intensely even between complete strangers, creating an ephemeral yet absolute intimacy that generates true emotional dependence. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091

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