Ichigo Cafe w/ Satanel & Waana Neagu & Vasile Cocirla (11.06.2026)

Ichigo Cafe w/ Satanel & Waana Neagu & Vasile Cocirla (11.06.2026)

From Black Rhino Radio by Black Rhino Radio

June 12, 2026 · 1h 60m

About this episode

The episode features Vasile Cocirla discussing his experiences in the dance culture and the Ballroom scene.

Vasile Cocirla is a dancer, activist & an active member of the Ballrom dance scene from Republic of Moldova. He stepped by our studio as the first guest of Ichigo Cafe. Ichigo Cafe is a radio show hosted by Satanel and Waana, exploring the dance cultures that emerged from clubs, social dance spaces and communities around the world. Drawing from their own experiences as dancers, teachers and cultural producers, the hosts dive into the stories, histories and values that have shaped these scenes over time. Featuring both guest interviews and conversations between the hosts, Ichigo Cafe offers an honest perspective on the realities of this lifestyle and creative path. Episodes touch on topics such as building a career in the arts, navigating community dynamics, balancing passion with sustainability, mental health, competition, travel, personal growth and the challenges of remaining active in constantly evolving cultural spaces. Live on @black-rhino-radio, every 4th Thursday, from 11:00 See all shows at bit.ly/3o0hdMz

People in this episode

Hosts: Satanel, Waana Neagu

Guest: Vasile Cocirla

Topics covered

  • dance culture
  • community dynamics
  • mental health
  • career in the arts
  • personal growth
  • cultural spaces

Keywords

  • Ballroom dance
  • activism
  • dance communities
  • cultural producers
  • artistic career
  • sustainability
  • travel

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ichigo Cafe

Places: Republic of Moldova

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