EP.64 - Ishita Singla - "I'd Rather Be A Pioneer, Than Following What Everyone Else Is Doing"

Today we are privileged to have a conversation with Ishita Singla, the founder behind Calgary's renowned arts collective, Madhuban Performing Arts, and also the senior communications officer at CBC. Ishita champions the creation of safe environments where individuals can freely express their authentic selves.Join us as Ishita shares her journey of nurturing inclusivity and honoring diversity, both within the dance and music communities and in the realm of communication. We discuss the delicate balance of fostering individuality within group dynamics and the impact of movement on self-expression and personal discovery.This episode invites listeners to embrace the richness of diversity and discover strength in embracing one's true identity amidst life's rhythms. Whether you're an enthusiast of dance and music or curious about the intersection of art and communication, Ishita's wisdom and passion are sure to inspire and uplift. Tune in for an exploration of celebrating diversity and inclusivity in all its facets.Socials and Sites:@ishitasingla@madhubanperformingartsmadhubanperformingarts.comFeatured in Kufiya on NetflixSupport the showIf you like what you hear please click on "subscribe" or "follow" -  It's free and you will get notified when the newest episodes are posted!  Check us out on Instagram, X, and YouTube @mfupodcast. Give feedback, middle finger recommendations as well as random thoughts to [email protected]. Thank you for listening!In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.