#2 "All the people who danced where a bit odd… and now I am the odd one"

#2 "All the people who danced where a bit odd… and now I am the odd one"

Author: Pontus Hildebrand October 19, 2025 Duration: 31:53

In the second episode of the podcast, I talk with Ola Faxe who learned to hug via forró.

Links and resources

Ola's instagram: @olaafaxe

Podcast intro/outro music by Tempo Parou

Social Media

Instagram: @theforroflow


Hosted by Pontus Hildebrand, The Forró Flow digs into the vibrant world of forró dance, moving far beyond just steps and music to explore its profound impact on human connection and personal wellness. Each conversation circles around a central curiosity: what is it about this particular dance that draws people in, and how does the act of dancing reshape their sense of self and community? The dialogue often touches on those elusive, magical moments on the dance floor-instances of pure connection or transcendence that dancers chase and sometimes find. Guests on this podcast bring a wide spectrum of experience, from those taking their first tentative steps to individuals whose lives have been intertwined with forró’s rhythm for decades. Their shared thread is a palpable, deep-seated passion that makes every episode unique. Listening, you’ll hear personal stories of discovery, the challenges and joys of learning, and honest reflections on how moving to this music fosters mental and physical well-being. It’s a space where the cultural heartbeat of forró meets individual narrative, all woven together with the songs that soundtrack these journeys. Tune in for thoughtful, human conversations that celebrate dance not just as a hobby, but as a vital thread in the fabric of a lived life.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 18

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