Susan Calman Strictly Speaking Part 2
In this latest edition of the mini-series, ’Strictly Speaking’, Kevin invites you into the conversation around some of the greatest dances, partners and moments throughout his Strictly Come Dancing journey!
This week, Kevin continues his conversation with Susan Calman, discussing the most important reasons for appearing on a show like Strictly Come Dancing, and the best way of coming back from failure.
You can follow along with Kevin and Susan’s story by watching each dance using the links provided in the show notes of this episode!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Claudia Winkelman’s skills as a host extend far beyond mere presenting. She provides the necessary empathy, and sometimes sympathy, at the right times, and has provided reassurance for many contestants at the right time. The best way to beat the blues, and to give yourself the mental fortitude you need in the wake of failure, is to work even harder. The prospect of leaving the competition is made much easier to take if we know we’ve done our best, and that we’ve exceeded our own expectations. Often, the competitive side of the programme is of secondary importance to the taking part, and the fact that contestants are given the opportunity to take part in a world that they might never have experienced. It is right and proper that the finalists are usually the best dancers in the competition. The work and dedication needed in order to lift the Glitterball is extraordinary.BEST MOMENTS
’The smallest thing can change a dance’ - 1:40
‘It’s Halloween Week. We’re doing Game Of Thrones. We’re coming down on a dragon. Subtle and elegant isn’t quite what we were going for!’ - 3:40
‘It was full on, didn’t stop, absolutely went for it!’ - 11:15
‘I didn’t want to win the competition. I just wanted to get as far as I could’ - 35:10
‘I think we would break the internet if we were to do that!’ - 55:25
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Susan Calman Twitter - https://twitter.com/SusanCalman
Week 6 - Foxtrot - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHixvzFV6Ws
Week 7 - Jive - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkGK9CGb8YA
Week 8 - Tango - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9K12nPumF4
Week 9 - Paso Doble - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vpr_e4TCtI
Week 10 - American Smooth - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZgvtyCF3Kg
The Kevin Clifton Show - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-kevin-clifton-show/id1475650764
ABOUT THE HOST
Kevin Clifton is a professional dancer who has been performing & competing at the highest level for over a decade. Kevin has worked on shows like 'Burn the floor' & 'Rock of Ages' to 'Strictly Come Dancing' one of the biggest TV shows in the UK which Kevin won in 2018.
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