Shimmy Cast Episode #43

Episode 43 is available for download.
37:54 minutes 18.2MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to various Questions of the Week

The next question: What 5 things make a good belly dancer to you?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3) Review: Snake Hips: Belly Dancing and How I Found True Love by Anne Thomas Soffee reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer checked this book out from the local library.

4) Podcast-safe music: Idle Hands from the album Dreams from the Machine by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6) Interview with Moria Chappell of the Bellydance Superstars

7)Podcast-safe music: The Sultan's Dance from the album The Gathering Season by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #42

Episode 42 is available for download.
50:07 minutes 24.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to various Questions of the Week

The next question: If you could go through a dancers wardrobe closet whose would you go through and why?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3) Review: Bellydance Fitness for Weight Loss: Daily Quickies by Anala. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4) Podcast-safe music: Bonus Track from the album Evolution by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6) Interview of Meira Nawal troupe members about Tribal workshop

7)Podcast-safe music: Ciri a Doro from the album Ciri a Doro by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #41

Episode 41 is available for download.
22:03minutes 10.6MB

A BONUS EPISODE

1)Reminder Question of the Week contest

2)Review: The Heartbeat of Bellydance DVD reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

3)Podcast-safe music: Wilderness Dance by DJ Squirrel King from the Podsafe Music Network.

4)Nominate us for Podcast Awards.

5)New contest announcement.

Shimmy Cast Episode #40

Episode 40 is available for download.
45:04minutes 18.9MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to various Questions of the Week

The next question: What prop do you think you won't try?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Podcast-safe music: Indian Sci-fi by Joshua Dranoel from the Podsafe Music Network.

4)Emails/Feedback

5) Interview of Meira Nawal troupe members about Tribal workshop

6)Podcast-safe music: Saidi from Rhythm of the Dance by Solace, which is available at Magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #39

Episode 39 is available for download.
55:28minutes 26.6MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Podcast-safe music: Ioda Promonet

Download "I Wanna See You Bellydance" (mp3)
from "I Wanna See You Belly Dance"
by Red Elvises
Shooba-Doobah Records

• Buy at iTunes Music Store

More On This Album



2)Answers to various Questions of the Week

The next question: How do you learn your zill patterns?

3)News - see forum board for links.

4)More answers to Questions of the Week

5)Review: Nadia Gamal: The Legend reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

6)Podcast-safe music: Ioda Promonet

Download "Road To Marrakesh" (mp3)
from "Kiss The Earth"
by Johannes Linstead
REAL MUSIC

More On This Album



7)Emails/Feedback

8) More answers to Questions of the Week and show bloopers

9)Podcast-safe music: Ioda Promonet

Download "Rak's en Nar" (mp3)
from "Arabesque 2 - Fire Belly Dance"
by Arabesque
Azul Music

• Buy at iTunes Music Store

More On This Album

Shimmy Cast Episode #38

Episode 38 is available for download.
51:15 minutes 24.6MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Who are some of your favorite musicians? What body adornment/art do you like? How did you get into bellydance? What type of reviews would you like to hear on Shimmy Cast?

The next question: What is your favorite costume accessory?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)You'll See It On You Tube: Tito and little Mimo drum solo
Bellydance Odyssey Raks at Luna Gitana

4)Podcast-safe music: Ioda Promonet

Download "Naghmeh Bajekhaneh" (mp3)
from "Sweet Nomad Girl: Folk Music From Afghanistan"
by Abdul Wahab Madadi
Metier World

More On This Album


5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: Interview with Zivah Serpentina

7)Podcast-safe music: Ioda Promonet

Download "Umer Mari" (mp3)
from "Glimpse Of Kutchi Music"
by Mustafa Ali Jat & Bheth Artists
De Kulture Music

• Buy at iTunes Music Store

More On This Album

Shimmy Cast Episode #37

Episode 37 is available for download.
35:37 minutes 17.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Who are some of your favorite dancers? Do you dance barefoot or in shoes?

The next question: What type of reviews would you like to hear on Shimmy Cast?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Bellydance Fitness Fusion for Beginners: Yoga with Suhalia reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Dumbek Tang from Worlds by Belaharr available at CDBaby.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: Hobbyist Circuit By Salome

7)Podcast-safe music: Apostasi - Bouzouki Blues by Niavent, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

Shimmy Cast Episode #36

Episode 36 is available for download.
55:05 minutes 26.5MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: How did you get into belly dance? What is your favorite prop and why? Do you dance barefoot or in shoes? What is your favorite dance move and why? Do you use a dance name and why? Where do you buy supplies for costumes? What kind of body art or adornment do you like?

The next question: How do you break down music when trying to choreograph?

2)A Brief Look at Turkish Oriental Dance in America by Marrakesh

3)Podcast-safe music: Kashlima from Rhythm of the Dance by Solace, which is available at Magnatune.com.

4)Review: Turkish Style Belly Dance with Elizabeth Artemis Mourat DVD reviewed by Marrakesh

5)News - see forum board for links.

6)Emails/Feedback

7)Review: Sarah Skinner's I Love Turkish Bellydance DVD reviewed by Marrakesh

8)Podcast-safe music: Alevlen - saz (Turkish) from Qadim by Tim Rayborn, which is available at Magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #35 (Video)

Episode 35 is available for download.
5:36 minutes 23MB

A bonus episode featuring our new segment called "Move of the week." This week we are looking at snake arms.

Shimmy Cast Episode #34

Episode 34 is available for download.
43:52 minutes 21.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What do you do while listening to Shimmy Cast?

The next question: What kind of body adornment or body art do you like to use while performing?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Evolution: Tribal Fusion Bellydance Performances DVD reviewed by Arabella

4)Podcast-safe music: Rain in the Desert by Little Red King, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)History of American Tribal Style Bellydance by Jennifer Rae

7)Podcast-safe music: Masmoudi from Rhythm of the Dance by Solace, which is available at Magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #33(Video)

Episode 33 is available for download.
42:41 minutes 33MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What advice would you give to someone considering starting belly dance? How do you feel belly dance honours women and the experience of women?

The next question: Where do you buy supplies to make costumes?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Navel Gazing with Maya (My-uh): An introduction to belly dancing reviewed by Alexiel-Sama

4)Podcast-safe music: Cafe Turc by Sara Alexander, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Introduction to Shimmy Cast staff

7)Podcast-safe music: Shambhala by r.domain, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

Shimmy Cast Episode #33(Audio Only)

Episode 33 is available for download.
42:41 minutes 20.5MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What advice would you give to someone considering starting belly dance? How do you feel belly dance honours women and the experience of women?

The next question: Where do you buy supplies to make costumes?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Navel Gazing with Maya (My-uh): An introduction to belly dancing reviewed by Alexiel-Sama

4)Podcast-safe music: Cafe Turc by Sara Alexander, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Introduction to Shimmy Cast staff

7)Podcast-safe music: Shambhala by r.domain, which is available at Podsafe Music Network.

Shimmy Cast Episode #32

Episode 32 is available for download.
43:30 minutes 20.9MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: How much background in other dance forms do you have if any? What advice would you give to someone considering starting belly dance?


The next question: How do you feel belly dance honours women and the experience of women?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Grandmother's Secrets: The ancient Rituals and Healing Power of Belly Dancing Reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.

4)Podcast-safe music: Sandansko Horo from the album Songs and Dance Music of Europe East and West by Panacea, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: The Living Dance by Shannon, contest winner

7)Podcast-safe music: Nagme from the album Ashek by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #31

Episode 31 is available for download.
39:16 minutes 18.9MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you dance barefoot or in shoes and why?
How much background in other dance forms do you have if any?

The next question: What advice would you give to someone considering starting belly dance?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Balance by Solace reviewed by Lola S. Batling-Lee

4)Podcast-safe music: Kimono Mojo from the album Balance by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: A Guy's Guide to Taking Belly Dance Pictures by Ryan

7)Podcast-safe music: Peace by Maido Project from the Podsafe Music Network

Shimmy Cast Episode #30

Episode 30 is available for download.
48.58 minutes 23.5MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What do you do while listening to Shimmy Cast? How often to you practice and for how long? What are your dance resolutions for this year?

The next question: How much background in other dance forms do you have if any?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Dynamic Combinations: Traveling in Style with Ava Fleming reviewed by Marrakesh

4)Pod-safe music from: Ioda Promonet

Download "Incompatibilidade De Genios" (mp3)
from "Cleopatra Cafe"
by Various Artists
Time Zone Records

• Buy at iTunes Music Store

5)Emails/Feedback
Marrakesh
Uber-ninja
Beatrice

6)Article: Observations on Isis Wings by Anala Rabari

7)Podcast-safe music: Laylat-oud (Turkish) from the album Qadim by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #29

Episode 29 is available for download.
49:03 minutes 23.6MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you use a dance name and why? Do you prefer to choreograph your dancing or do you prefer improvisation? How often to you practice and for how long?

The next question: What are your dance resolutions for this year?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: American Tribal Style: Tribal Basics Reviewed by Alexiel-Sama

4)Podcast-safe music: Deep Schist from the album Music of Waters by Shira Kammen, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
Kyra
Natalia

6)Article: A Professional - Primer By Salome

7)Podcast-safe music: Gole Sangam from the album Opium by Jesse Manno, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #28

Episode 28 is available for download.
39:11 minutes 18.8MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast? Do you prefer to choreograph your dancing or do you prefer improvisation?

The next question: How often to you practice and for how long?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: A Time of Peace by the Brothers of the Baladi reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Betlehem Betlehem from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: Winter Traditions by Anala Rabari

7)Podcast-safe music: Zamuchi Se Bozha Majka from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #27

Episode 27 is available for download.
45:38 minutes 21.9MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you use a dance name and why? Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast? How did the dance affect your life style?

The next question: Do you prefer to choreograph your dancing or do you prefer improvisation?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Shake It Up!: Exotic Bellydance Performances reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Tec Peleite Zernju Zogtu (Latvia) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
Jenney from Indiana

6)Article: Eyebrow Design by Salome

7)Podcast-safe music: Shchedrik (Ukraine) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #26

Episode 26 is available for download.
1:07:33 minutes 32.6MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: How did you get into belly dance? What has been the most unusual place you've performed? Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)? How did the dance affect your life style?

The next question: Where do you listen to Shimmy Cast or what do you do when you listen to Shimmy Cast?

2)Review: Tutankhamun And the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibit soundtrack. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

3)Podcast-safe music: Coconino from the album Music of Waters by Shira Kammen, which is available at magnatune.com.

4)Emails/Feedback
Psychspirit

5)Chicago discussion.

Tutankhamun And the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
Tizi Melloul
Erika

6)Podcast-safe music: Voices in the Forest from the album Winter Moon by Rhonda Lorence, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #25

Episode 25 is available for download.
58:40 minutes 28.2MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Podcast-safe music: May Day from the album The Ball El Efe by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.

2)Answers to the Question of the Week: Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)?

The next question: How did the dance affect your life style?

3)News - see forum board for links.

4)Belly Dancing Basics by Laura A. Cooper reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.

5)Podcast-safe music: Re-entry from the album Vibrant by Cargo Cult, which is available at magnatune.com.

6)Emails/Feedback
FirstFourWeeks

7)Report on my troupe's performance.

8)Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Yoga, Isolations, and Drills: A Practice Companion with Rachel Brice reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.

9)Podcast-safe music: Levenah Rising from the album Samadhi by Christopher of the Wolves, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #24

Episode 24 is available for download.
44:24 minutes 21.3MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you use a dance name and why?

The next question: Who are some of your favorite dancers (both on a local level and national, international level)?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Arabian Dance Fever: Bellydance reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Nighty Girl from the album Synthesis of Five by Hoxman, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
FirstFourWeeks

6)Faux or for Real? by Salome

7)Podcast-safe music: Om Asatoma Sad Gamaya from the album Eastern Grooves by DJ Cary, which is available at magnatune.com.

Tech Problems

There was a problem with some of the playback on the music for Episode #24. I'm in the process of fixing it and I will repost the show.

Thanks FirstFourWeeks for letting me know.

Shimmy Cast Episode #23

Episode 23 is available for download.
54:18 minutes 26.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What move has challenged you the most & why?
How do you feel about a universal movement vocabulary?

The next question: Do you use a dance name and why?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Belly Dance for Beautiful Freaks A Review by Alexial-Sama
More information on Tempest
More information on Raks Gothique

4)Podcast-safe music: Echoes of Dub from the album Knives to the Treble by Burning Babylon, which is available at magnatune.com

5)Emails/Feedback
Suya
Alexial-Sama

6)Article: Shimmyfest Highlights.

7)Music: Miss Moody from the album A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted Mondo Melodia Inc. For more information you can go to his website at pentaphobe.net

Shimmy Cast Episode #22

Episode 22 is available for download.
54:57 minutes 26.5MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What move did you find the most challenging and why?

The next question: How do you feel about a universal movement vocabulary?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Princess Farhana's Veil Obedience School How to Become a Material Girl reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Frog Drums from the album Music of Waters by Shira Kammen, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
Arabella
Julia
Zahira

6)Interview with Princess Farhana part 2.

7)Podcast-safe music: Butterfly from the album Samadhi by Christopher of the Wolves, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #21

Episode 21 is available for download.
54:17 minutes 26.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What is the most unusual place you've performed or been asked to perform?

The next question: What move did you find the most challenging and why?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Belly Dance Lesson 2 with Cory Zamora reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Mirrored Image from the album Vibrant by Cargo Cult, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Interview with Princess Farhana part 1.

7)Podcast-safe music: Vanishing from the album Winter Moon by Rhonda Lorence, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #20

Episode 20 is available for download.
40:07 minutes 19.3MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What is the most unusual place you've performed or been asked to perform?

The next question: What future questions of the week would you like to hear?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Podcast-safe music: Rockibaba from the album The Ballad of El Efe by Falik, which is available at magnatune.com.

4)Emails/Feedback
Julia

5)It's All About Growing by Jenney Wren.

6)Podcast-safe music: Blue Night from the album Synthesis of Five by Hoxman, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #19

Episode 19 is available for download.
45:34 minutes 21.9MB


In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What funny stories do you have from class?

The next question: What is the most unusual place you've performed or been asked to perform?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Bellyqueen: Bellydance Jam reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Slow Motion from the album Fata Morgana by Mijo, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Interview with Lena Regina organizer of Shimmyfest.

7)Podcast-safe music: Tas from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #18

Episode 18 is available for download.
33:21 minutes 16.MB


In this episode you'll hear:

1) No Answers to the Question of the Week: What funny stories do you have from class? It's being held over a week.

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: On Fire the Hottest Bellydance DVD Ever by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Malawi Voodoo from the album Knives to the Treble by Burning Babylon, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: Being a Good Audience Member by Sarah Skinner.

7)Podcast-safe music: Death and Rain- Kenji Williams from the album Eastern Grooves by DJ Cary, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #17

Episode 17 is available for download.
34:01 minutes 16.3MB


In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Favorite belly dance musician?

The next question: What funny story do you have from class?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: American Bellydancer DVD reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer rented this DVD.

4)Music: Eavesdown Docks from the album On the Drift by the Bedlam Bards. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted James Hazlerig. For more information you can go to the Bedlam Bards website.

5)Emails/Feedback
Snowflower

6)Article: Dance Class Etiquette by Karima Nadira.

7)Podcast-safe music: Geldim Bir Kara Tasha-Sherefe from the album Opium by Jesse Manno, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #16

Episode 16 is available for download.
53:14 minutes 25.6MB


In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What prop have you found to be the most difficult to work with and how have you overcome it?

Your favorite costume style and why?

The next question: Favorite belly dance musician?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: The Rough Guide to World Music Vol. 1 by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.

4)Podcast-safe music: Rom Syrto from the album Songs and Dance Music of Europe East and West by Panacea, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
Psychspirit
Kristin

6)Article: How to Find Music by Anala Rabari.

7)Podcast-safe music: Orient from the album Fata Morgana by Mijo, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #15.5

Episode 15.5 is available for download.
24:56 minutes 12MB


In this episode you'll hear- MUSIC!!!

Karuna from the album Star Of The Sea by Stellamara

Nightheat from the album Ethnic by Shiva in Exile

Forsaken from the album Ahsas by Solace


All of these albums can be found at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #15

Episode 15 is available for download.
24:32 minutes 11.8MB



In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Your favorite costume style and why?

The next question: What prop have you found to be the most difficult to work with and how have you overcome it?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: CD Putumayo Presents Greece A Musical Odyssey Various Artists reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Psithyros from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com

5)Emails/Feedback


6)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Candles by Anala Rabari.

7)Music: Cafe Abuse Tone from the album A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted Mondo Melodia Inc. For more information you can go to his website at pentaphobe.net

Technical Problems

Hey guys,

The server that I use to publish Shimmy Cast is experiencing technical difficulties. The podcast is finished and will be published as soon as the problems with the server are resolved. I'm really sorry for the delay.

Shimmy Cast Episode #14

Episode 14 is available for download.
30:13 minutes 14.5MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Podcast-safe music: Tsarsko Momche Kon Sedlae from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

2) Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you dance barefoot or in shoes?

The next question: What is your favorite costume style and why?

3)News - see forum board for links.

4)Review: CD Adventure Cargo Echoes of Egypt by Diane and David Arkenstone reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

5)Emails/Feedback
sunnyblu

6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.

7)Podcast-safe music: Survival from the album Shall We Dance by Beth Quist, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #13

Episode 13 is available for download.
30:35 minutes 18.4MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite costume or costume piece and why?

The next question: Do you dance barefoot or in shoes and why?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: CD Mediterranea by Johannes Linstead reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

4)Music: Paquin Rendezvous from the album On the Drift by the Bedlam Bards. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted James Hazlerig. For more information you can go to the Bedlam Bards website.

5)Emails/Feedback

6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.

7)Podcast-safe music: Egyptian Wedding from the album Apa Ya by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #12

Episode 12 is available for download.
40:27 minutes 24.3MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1)Podcast-safe music: Jidah noh from the album The Path Beyond by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com.

2) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite dish to take to a hafla?

The next question: What is your favorite costume or costume piece and why?

3)News - see forum board for links.

4)Review: CD Eternal Egypt Musical Influences of Ancient Times composed by Grayson Wells reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

5)Emails/Feedback
Shannon
Safira
Parivash

6)Article: Excerpt from Belly Dance Costumes By Salome.

7)Podcast-safe music: Sokol Mi Leta from the album Opium by Jesse Manno, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #11

Episode 11 is available for download.
48:27 minutes 29.1MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: Do you have resturants in your area that offer Middle Eastern, Mediterrtain, Greek food and do they have belly dancers?

The next question: What is your favorite dish to take to a hafla?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Greek Cooking for Everyone by Theoni Pappas & Elvira Monroe reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.

4)Podcast-safe music: India Electrique from the album Apa Ya by The Headroom Project, which is available at magnatune.com.

5)Emails/Feedback
Arabella
Parivash

6)Article: How to host a Hafla? by Anala Rabari.

7)Podcast-safe music: Ayios Vasilis (Greece) from the album Wintersongs by Kitka, which is available at magnatune.com.

Shimmy Cast Episode #10

Episode 10 is available for download.
46:33 minutes 27.9MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: How do you accept tips?

The next question: Do you have resturants in your area that offer Middle Eastern, Mediterrtain, Greek food and do they have belly dancers??

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: Bellydance Superstars Live in Paris at the Folies Berge by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD.

4)Podcast-safe music: Silver Lake from the album Mystic Journey by Suzanne Teng, which is available at magnatune.com

5)Emails/Feedback
Shannon

6)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Zills by Anala Rabari.

7)Music: Cybele from the album A Tribal Metamorphosis by Pentaphobe. This song is not for duplication and is copyrighted Mondo Melodia Inc. For more information you can go to his website at pentaphobe.net

Shimmy Cast Episode #9

Episode 9 is available for download.
25:07 minutes MB

In this episode you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: How do you handle negative stereotypes?

The next question: How do you accept tips?

2)News - see forum board for links.

3)Review: The Sensual Art of Bellydance Fast Rhythms cd reviewed by Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD.

4)Article: Basic Choreography 101 by Ngaio

5) This week's Podcast-safe music was Fives from the album Shall We Dance by Beth Quist, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #8

Episode 8 is available for download.
31:42 minutes 22.8MB

This cast also features a special guest, Magaidh, my Scottish Terrier.

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What's the most unsual or unexpected place you've seen belly dancing?

The next question: How Do you handle negative stereotypes?

2)News

3)Emails/Feedback
Sunnyblu
Debstroud

4)Bellydance Superstars, Vol. 2 various artists reviewed by Delilah. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD at a local store.

5)Article: Just Say No by Salome.

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Fertile Crescent from the album Mystic Journey by Suzanne Teng, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #7

Episode 7 is available for download.
33:46 minutes 32.4MB

In this cast you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite dance move?

The next question: What's the most unsual or unexpected place you've seen belly dancing?

2)News

3)Email/Feedback
Souhair from Australia

4)Review: The Goddess Workout By Dolphina A Review by Ngaio. Note: The reviewer purchased this DVD at a local store.

5)Interview with Princess Yoania

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Hollow Earth from the album Ethnic by Shiva in Exhile, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #6

Episode 6 is available for download.
36:20 minutes 34.9MB

In this cast you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: How did you get into belly dance? What is your favorite prop and why? How has belly dance changed your life? What do you like to call this dance form?

My recommendation for another non-impact exercise program:
Callanetics with Callan Pinckney

The next question: What is your favorite dance move and why?

2)News

3)Email/Feedback

4)Nearly Everything You Need to Know about Swords by Anala Rabari

5)This week's Podcast-safe music was Taqsim from the album Star of The Sea by Stellamara, which is available at magnatune.com

Next episode

The next episode will be a few days late due to technical difficulties in recording. Thanks for your patience.

Feed Problem

Hey guys,

I seem to be having some kind of feed problem and I'm really sorry about it. Thank you for your patience while I get this worked out. Also I have not forgot my promise to put some pictures of the veils that I have made up here on the website and probably on the forum under the costume section as well.

Shimmy Cast Episode #5

Episode 5 is available for download.
23:02 minutes 22.1 MB

In this cast you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite prop and why? and How has belly dance changed your life?


The next question: What do you like to call this dance form?

2)News

3) Upcoming Reviews

4)Email/Feedback
Update on Raqs Radio

5) Article: A Name, a Notion by Salome

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Kama from the album Ahsas by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #4

Episode 4 is available for download.
38:12 minutes 35MB

In this cast you'll hear:

1) Answers to the Question of the Week: What is your favorite prop and why?

The next question: How has belly dance changed your life?

2)News

3)Review of the Bellydance Superstars CD vol. 1 by Delilah from the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer purchased this CD at a local store.

4)Emails/Feedback
Coming soon Raqs Radio.
Summer about veils.
Souhair from Australia.
Cherie from Italy.

5)Interview with Ilenia Melinte of the Meira Nawal troupe.

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Zephyrus from the album Star of the Sea by Stellamara, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #3

Episode 3 is available for download.
29:15 minutes 26.8MB


In this cast you'll hear:

1) The Question of the Week:
Answers from Summer & Ilenia Melinte

The next question: What is your favorite prop and why?

2)News

3)Review of The Oldest Danceby Zarifa Aradoon. This review was written by Delilah of the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer checked this book out of the local library.

4)Emails/Feedback
Coming soon Raqs Radio.

5)Article: Nearly Everything You Need to Know About Veil Work by Anala Rabari.

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Delgadina from the album Ashek by Tim Rayborn, which is available at magnatune.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #2

Episode 2 is available for download.
17.2M 17:55 minutes


In this cast you'll hear:

1) The Question of the Week
Carried over from the priemere episode: "How did you get into belly dancing?"

2)News

3)Review of 21 Shimmies and 1001 Variations with Leyla Jouvana and Roland by Adira of the troupe Meira Nawal. Note: The reviewer purchased this video.

4)Emails/Feedback
From Arabella about sending me mp3

5)Article: A Brief History of Oriental Dance: From Social Dance to Performance Art By Salome

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Oriental Distortion from the album Ethnic by Shiva in Exile, which is available at magnatune.com

Update

Currently Shimmy Cast is going through the review process at iTunes, Podcast Alley, Podcast Pickle and several other podcatching services to make it easier for listeners to subscribe.

We are also working on finding theme music for the podcast and individuals who would like to contribute articles, reviews, or interviews to the podcast. If you are interested in any of these items feel free to email us at shimmycast@gmail.com

Shimmy Cast Episode #1

Welcome to the priemere of Shimmy Cast, a podcast for Middle Eastern dancers and fans.

Episode 1 is available for download.

In this cast you'll hear about:

1) The format for this podcast.

2) The Question of the Week?
"How did you get into belly dancing?"

3)News

4)Emails

5)Review of The Art of Belly Dance: A Fun and Fabulous Way to Get Fit by Carolena Nericcio. This review was written by your host Anala Rabari. Note: The reviewer purchased this book at a local bookstore.

6)This week's Podcast-safe music was Opaque(Drum Solo) from the album Ahsas by Solace, which is available at magnatune.com

Coming Soon

I recorded the first episode of the podcast and I'm feverishly editing it. I hope to get it posted by the end of this week.

Getting Started

I'm currently working on starting a podcast for bellydancers. I hope to get my first episode out and available within the next few weeks.