How many times in your career have you been faced with the phrase, "The Broadway Body?" How many times have you not seen your own body type represented on stage? How many times have you been influenced by the toxic ideals around health and wellness that plague our BFA programs, our workspaces, our gyms, and even our Instagram feeds? If you can answer any of these questions, I am SO happy you are here! "F*CK THE BROADWAY BODY" is a podcast created for performers, by performers. Here we will talk about all things body positive, analyze and break down the weight and size based discriminations within our industry, and even hear from esteemed industry guests/health and wellness experts about their own journeys! Join us on our mission to ensure that weight and body based discrimination are always a part of the conversation regarding diverse and equitable casting.
Happy Friday everyone! This week is all about gaining weight, and learning that it is NOT the enemy. We talk all things clothing, how to deal with the dance class mirrors, and tips and tricks that have beeb a game changer in my on recovery journey. I love you!Instagram: @f_ckthebroadwaybodyCara DiPietro Social Media:Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comInstagram: @cararoseDP99
Hey everybody! Happy Thursday! This week is all about boundaries, and how they are necessary in order to not only be a successful artist, but a happy human too. We also break down and redefine the idea of "selfishness", addressing the negative connotations of the word, and why it is something that we all need to practice every once and a while. Please don't forget to leave a review and subscribe!Instagram: @f_ckthebroadwaybodyCara DiPietro Social Media:Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comInstagram: @cararoseDP99
Hey everyone! Welcome back to this weeks episode of "F*ck The Broadway Body"! This week we are talking ALL things BFA. We dive in to to only the problems within our elite programs, but ways in which we can help to create a healthier and body positive environment for all students pursuing their dreams within an industry that so often is working against them. Don't forget to subscribe and rate this podcast! I love you!Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comInstagram: @cararoseDP99BWW Article: https://www.broadwayworld.com/raleigh/article/BWW-Blog-An-Interview-with-Cara-DiPietro-20210205
This week we were lucky enough to have the INCREDIBLE Chelsea Diehl on the pod! In todays episode of F*ck he Broadway Body, we talk about our own college audition experiences, staying true to yourself throughout the process, and breaking down the keys to success from one of the industries top college audition prep companies. Interested in MCA? See below for more info!Website: https://www.mycollegeaudition.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycollegeauditionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycollegeaudition/Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comInstagram: @cararoseDP99Email: cararosedipietro@gmail.com
Hey everyone! This week we are starting off the new year getting a little bit vulnerable. This week we are talking about my own recovery, and what motivates me to keep going each and every day. I hope you are all staying safe, healthy, and don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast! I love you!Instagram: @cararoseDP99Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.com
This week I was SO beyond honored to get to sit down and talk about food, nutrition, exercise, and so much more with the INCREDIBLE Sara! Sara is a performer-turned-nutritionist who loves helping people choose delicious, nutritious food with confidence. After spending years auditioning and performing around the US and internationally, she realized what made the most difference in her performance and mental health was her diet. She became a certified nutritionist when she realized that her biggest passion was rediscovering her nutrition intuition, and helping others do the same! Sara's social media and website are linked below and can be found on my instagram, @cararosedp99. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe for more!Snack with Sara:Website: https://snackwithsara.comInstagram: @snackwithsaraCara DiPietro Social Media:Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comInstagram: @cararoseDP99
Hello everybody!! This week were diving into a topic a lot of you have been asking for: fitness and exercise. On this episode we will talk about things to look out for when trying to identify a toxic exercise with movement and exercise, and some tips and tricks on how to combat that negative voice in your head! Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe!Instagram: cararoseDP99Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.com
This week's episode features an interview with current young professionals Travis Flynt and Eddie Falshaw! Today we take a look at the culture of toxic masculinity within our industry, as well as covering topics such as fitness, bulking culture, comparison, and advice for other male identifying performers who may be struggling with this own self image. Make sure to subscribe and review!!Instagram: @cararoseDP99Website: https://www.cararosedipietro.comTravis Flynt uses he/him pronouns and is originally from Sun Valley Idaho. Between attending Idyllwild Arts Academy and going on to pursue a BFA in Music Theatre at Elon University, he has spent the past 8 years of his life honing his craft as a performer and an artist. Outside of theatre he is passionate about preserving the environment, advocating for the LGBTQ+ and other minority communities, and spending his free time at home figuring skating, downhill skiing, mountain biking, water skiing, hiking, backpacking, camping, and basically anything else that involves being in nature. Instagram: @travis_flyntWebsite: http://www.travisflynt.comEddie Falshaw also uses he/him pronouns and is a New Orleans boy at heart. Growing up playing all sorts of sports including soccer, cross country, track & field, and even tackle football… he then turned to the arts and found his path. He went on to attend the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), then continuing his education at Elon University's B.F.A. Music Theatre Program. When he's not acting, he loves playing acoustic guitar, making music, rock-climbing, and much much more. Instagram: @eddiefalshaw_Website: https://eddiefalshaw.com
This week we dive right into a topic suggested by one of our listeners! Not only will we hear some tips and tricks on how to combat that horrible self talk that often comes along with dance calls, but we will also really dive deep into what a "dancers body" TRULY is. Follow me @cararoseDP99 for more content!
In this episode, you will hear all about your host and what this series will entail! In episode 1, we will break down the use of the phrase "The Broadway Body" and why it is inherently toxic. You will also hear about how to combat these stigmas in our every day lives and learn some tips on reminding ourselves that we are ALLOWED to take up space in an industry that teaches us not to!
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