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Aug 5
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The Aesthetic Trap: How Looking Good Can...

IMSO Tango
About this episode

Do you ever catch yourself changing the way you dance when someone’s watching?

In this episode, we explore the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) shifts that happen when we’re being observed—especially by dancers we admire. From the pressure to “look tango enough” to the quiet pull of self-expression, we unpack the complicated relationship between aesthetics and authenticity.

You’ll hear stories about dressing the part, performing connection, and learning to watch yourself on video without flinching. Because sometimes looking good costs more than we think—and sometimes, it sets us free.


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