EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 1H 2M
3 Decades of Dance: Lessons from Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens
from Cozy with Calinnah · host Calinnah
Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens has been a cornerstone of the dance community for over 30 years. From founding Kaba Modern to leading Culture Shock, managing iconic crews, and bridging artistry with occupational therapy, his impact spans generations.In this episode, we talk about the evolution of dance, the rise of social media, Filipino representation, valuing yourself as an artist, and why great leaders stay lifelong learners. Arnel shares the wisdom behind three decades of service, creativity, and purpose.Follow Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens Instagram: @arnelcalvario Website: drarnel.comFollow Calinnah Instagram: @calinnah TikTok: @calinnah YouTube: Cozy with Calinnah Website: calinnah.live
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A conversation on dance, leadership, healing, and Filipino representation with Dr. Arnel Calvario.
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