From Strictly Come Dancing choreographer to Argentine tango specialist, creative director, and educator, Maria Tsiatsiani joins us for a powerful and deeply reflective conversation about movement, connection, creativity, and trusting the process.In this episode, Maria opens up about:• Growing up as a shy but highly physical child and discovering movement through gymnastics• Training across ballroom, Argentine tango, and performance• Moving from New York to Greece, then London to study and build a career• What “trust the process” really means in a competitive dance industry• The emotional power of Argentine tango, from performance to social dance• Breaking into Strictly Come Dancing as an Argentine tango choreographer• Creating the iconic Tower Ballroom pro number and the story behind it• Choreographing for Strictly professionals and theatre tours• Working behind the scenes vs performing in front of the camera• Presenting fitness on BBC Morning Live and connecting with audiences at home• Teaching dance as a tool for joy, healing, and human connection• Opening and running a leading Argentine tango academy in London• Designing her own Argentine tango shoe line with Bloch• Why dance is for everyone at any ageThis is not just a dance story, it’s a conversation about patience, resilience, artistry, and the power of movement to bring people together.Maria Tsiatsiani is one of the most respected Argentine tango artists and choreographers working in television, theatre, and education today, and this is one of her most open and personal interviews yet.🔔 Subscribe for more long-form conversations with artists, creatives, and industry leaders.👍 Like & comment if you enjoyed the episode, it really helps the channel grow.🎧 Also available as a podcast wherever you listen.