Dance and democracy

Show notes

Did you see that video of Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin partying last month? The clips of her dancing drew criticism from some and praise from others and raised questions about sexism and ageism in politics.

In this month’s episode of Tearing Down Walls, we talk with a DJ, a German politician, and two dancers on both sides of the Atlantic about the double standards facing young women and why dance is vital for our societies.

Host Sylvia Cunningham is joined by KILLA, a resident DJ with Lecken (01:03); Gyde Jensen , a member of the German Parliament from the Free Democratic Party (FDP) (09:04); Diana Thielen, a dance artist and movement activist in Berlin (18:55); and Stacy VanBlarcom, a breakdancer and arts educator in Buffalo, New York (18:55).

Also check out our other SUNSHINE LIVE podcasts: Behind the scenes interviews from festivals and clubs with techno DJ Felix Kröcher, honest looks at drug use in the nightlife, including safer use tips, travel recommendations from DJs and many more. Find them at sunshine-live.de/podcasts, in the SUNSHINE LIVE app or right here on this podcast platform.

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