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EPISODE · Apr 1, 2026 · 40 MIN

This is Why Dance Feels so Healing with Galen Hooks

from No Room for Small Talk with Liz Hernandez · host WORDAFUL

In this captivating episode of No Room For Small Talk, host Liz Hernandez sits down with renowned dancer, choreographer, and educator Galen Hooks to explore the profound healing power of dance. Galen shares her journey from a young girl in dance classes to working with iconic artists like Usher, J.Lo, and Britney Spears, revealing how her love for dance has evolved over the years.The conversation dives into the emotional depths of movement, discussing how dance allows us to process complex feelings and unlock hidden emotions. Galen emphasizes that dance is not just about technique; it's also about storytelling and expressing oneself authentically. She challenges the notion that one must be a "natural" dancer, advocating for the joy of movement regardless of skill level.Join Liz and Galen as they celebrate the transformative nature of dance and encourage everyone to embrace their inner child through movementKeep the conversation going with your friends and family with WORDAFUL The Game: No Room For Small TalkFind out more about Galen and her work HEREFollow Liz Hernandez and Wordaful on InstagramYou can see a video version of this conversation shot at will.i.am’s FYI.AI campus in Los Angeles on the ⁠FYI YouTube channel

In this captivating episode of No Room For Small Talk, host Liz Hernandez sits down with renowned dancer, choreographer, and educator Galen Hooks to explore the profound healing power of dance. Galen shares her journey from a young girl in dance classes to working with iconic artists like Usher, J.Lo, and Britney Spears, revealing how her love for dance has evolved over the years.The conversation dives into the emotional depths of movement, discussing how dance allows us to process complex feelings and unlock hidden emotions. Galen emphasizes that dance is not just about technique; it's also about storytelling and expressing oneself authentically. She challenges the notion that one must be a "natural" dancer, advocating for the joy of movement regardless of skill level.Join Liz and Galen as they celebrate the transformative nature of dance and encourage everyone to embrace their inner child through movementKeep the conversation going with your friends and family with WORDAFUL The Game: No Room For Small TalkFind out more about Galen and her work HEREFollow Liz Hernandez and Wordaful on InstagramYou can see a video version of this conversation shot at will.i.am’s FYI.AI campus in Los Angeles on the ⁠FYI YouTube channel

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