What’s your relationship with emotions? Is it easy for you to articulate how you truly feel? Whether it’s joy, grief, love, anger, or confusion – emotions don’t always translate easily into words.
For choreographer and artistic director Muhammed Kaltuk (Muhi), dance has become the translator. Rather than forcing words onto feelings he doesn’t yet understand, he lets movement lead the way.
Through dance, Muhi explores, expresses, and ultimately makes sense of the intangible.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Muhi’s creative process: From first spark of inspiration to the final piece
How intuition, collaboration, and experimentation shape his artistry
The story behind his latest work, Same Love
Why embracing the unknown and adopting a beginner’s mindset can spark transformation
Thoughtful reflections and encouragement for anyone navigating a creative path
... and so much more!
If you’ve ever been overwhelmed by a feeling you couldn’t name, this conversation might just feel like coming home.
Chapter:
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Creating a Piece
01:43 Exploring Political Feelings and Love
04:15 Navigating Love Across Cultures
06:27 Understanding Love Languages
06:41 The Complexity of Love
08:24 The Journey of Self-Expression through Dance
15:13 Following Your Instincts and Dreams
19:55 Collaborating with Artistic Inspirations
19:55 Lessons from the Journey
26:11 Future Performances and Cultural Exchange
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Music: “All I Need” by The Cavers (used with permission)
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