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#36 Alexander Neef, discusses the future of The Opera de Paris. Join us in this captivating podcast episode as we delve into an inspiring conversation with the brilliant Alexander Neef. Tune in as we explore the exciting prospects that lie ahead for The Opera de Paris, gain insights into cultivating a deep appreciation for the arts, and uncover the secrets to pursuing your passions. With his profound wisdom and remarkable talent, Alexander offers a thought-provoking journey that spans from the world of opera to life's limitless possibilities. Don't miss out – immerse yourself in the enriching discourse with the exceptional Alexander Neef.www.sportiveaf.com @sportiveaf

#35 Today, we have a special guest, John Molloy, the visionary co-founder behind Hermetica, a unique and sustainable perfume company. With a passion for eco-friendly, alcohol-free fragrances, John has brought a fresh perspective to the perfume industry. He's here to share with us his insights on Hermetica's mission, their distinctive approach to perfumery, and what sets them apart from other brands. So, let's dive in and learn more about John Molloy and the innovative world of Hermetica perfumes!Follow Hermetica @HermeticaOfficial Follow us @SportiveAFHost @AudstarFreeman

#34 Maria Khoreva. In this podcast episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing the incredibly talented ballet dancer, Maria Khoreva. Maria is a rising star in the world of ballet, having trained at the renowned Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, Russia, and now performing with the Mariinsky Ballet Company.We also discuss the role of social media in the dance world, with Maria having built a significant following on Instagram. She shares her thoughts on how social media has impacted the ballet industry, both positively and negatively.Whether you're a seasoned ballet enthusiast or simply interested in learning more about this beautiful art form, this interview with Maria Khoreva is sure to be a fascinating and inspiring listen.Follow @SportiveAFMaria's Instagram @MaraChok Audrey's Instagram @AudstarFreeman

#33 Meet Joy Womack, a talented ballerina with a passion for classical ballet. Born in California, Joy started her ballet training at a young age and soon became a rising star in the dance world.Joy's dedication and hard work paid off when she was accepted into the prestigious Bolshoi Ballet Academy in Moscow, Russia. Despite facing numerous challenges, including language barriers and cultural differences, Joy persisted and eventually became the first American to graduate from the academy.Since then, Joy has danced with renowned ballet companies all around the world. In addition to her career as a ballerina, Joy is also an advocate for the arts and has worked to promote ballet education and awareness. She has shared her experiences and insights through interviews, lectures, and social media, inspiring others to pursue their passions and dreams.Join us as we chat with Joy about her life as a ballerina, her experiences in the dance world, and her advice for aspiring dancers. We'll also explore the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career in the arts and the importance of supporting the next generation of artists.Joy's Instagram: @Joy.WomackFollow us @SportiveAFHosted by: @AudstarFreeman

#32 In this podcast, featuring Julian Mackay. We spoke about the importance of vulnerability and having your own voice. We also discuss his transition from the San Francisco Ballet and all that came with this experience. I was struck by Mackay's intelligence and wit. He has a clear understanding of the human experience and is able to communicate his ideas in a compelling way.Julian spoke about the importance of taking risks and following your dreams step by step. I came away from the podcast feeling energised and motivated. Julian Mackay is definitely an artist to watch!Get shopping now: https://www.sportiveaf.com/Our first podcast with Julian: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WvQ68EPRMIDH7Mak8gDJI?si=23c919510dfc4c12@SportiveAF | @AudstarFreeman

#31 Hannah O'Neill, born & raised in Japan until age 8, where she then moved to Auckland and studied ballet at the Mt Eden Ballet Academy. At age of 15, Hannah moved to Melbourne to study at the Australian Ballet School. In 2011, Hannah auditioned for the Paris Opera Ballet and successfully received a short-term contract which after several years with the company has taken her to the incredible status of a Principal Ballerina of the Paris Opera Ballet.Please share this episode to your story, and leave us a review!Follow us for more https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/To shop: https://www.sportiveaf.com/

PRIX DE LAUSANNE 2022 EDITION! Nicolas Le Riche began dancing in Pontoise with Pierre Schwarz with whom he spent two years. He was then accepted at the Paris Opera Ballet School, where he studied for six years under the direction of Claude Bessy. He then joined the Paris Opera Ballet, and was the named Etolié in 1993.Find out more https://www.prixdelausanne.org/spotlight/armando-braswell/Behind the scenes https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Host https://www.instagram.com/audstarfreeman/

PRIX DE LAUSANNE 2022 EDITION! Oliver Matz received his ballet training at the State Ballet School Berlin and joined the German State Opera in 1980, serving the company as a leading soloist and international ambassador for 25 years. Now he is the Zurich Dance Academy Director.Find out more https://www.prixdelausanne.org/spotlight/oliver-matz/Behind the scenes https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Host https://www.instagram.com/audstarfreeman/

PRIX DE LAUSANNE 2022 EDITION! Armando Braswell is a professional dancer and teacher from New York City. After receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance from The Juilliard School in 2006, Armando danced with Ballet Theater Munich, Gauthier Dance Stuttgart and most recently was a Soloist with Ballett Theatre Basel.Find out more https://www.prixdelausanne.org/spotlight/armando-braswell/Behind the scenes https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Host https://www.instagram.com/audstarfreeman/

PRIX DE LAUSANNE 2022 EDITION! Since retiring from New York City Ballet after a long & successful career in 2002, Tracey has become an admired and dedicated teacher and arts advocate. She served as the Director of Boston Ballet from 2007-2021 and was profiled in a 2009 issue of Dance Teacher Magazine. Tracey continues to dedicate her efforts as a dance educator with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access to champion change.Find out more https://www.prixdelausanne.org/spotlight/margaret-tracey/Behind the scenes https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Host https://www.instagram.com/audstarfreeman/

PRIX DE LAUSANNE 2022 EDITION! Stephané Lagonico is the current President of the Board and organizer of the Prix de Lausanne. His love & passion for dance was passed down to him from his parents, who were fervent ballet lovers. He started watching the Prix de Lausanne at a young age, and it quickly became one of his favourite events.Find out more https://www.prixdelausanne.org/spotlight/stephane-lagonico/Behind the scenes https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Host https://www.instagram.com/audstarfreeman/

#25 Beatrice Carbonne, Soloist with La Scala Ballet shares some of her best advice and how she become such an incredible ballerina from such a young age. She shares her tips on staying positive and attracting only good experiences!Please share this episode to your story if you enjoyed, or leave us a review!Check out www.sportiveaf.com for more!

#24 Amy Harris, Principal Artist of Australian Ballet shares some incredible insights of life as a ballerina, as well as sharing some great advice for aspiring younger dancers. Special offer: https://www.sportiveaf.com/ code: CLUBTREATS on checkoutFollow Amy https://www.instagram.com/amyharris_7/Follow us for more! https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/

#23 Pros + cons to the vegan diet, is it too restrictive, can you sustain a career with this sort of diet? Find out by listening now!https://www.sportiveaf.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/ Rachel @ToThePointeNutritionHost @AudstarFreeman

So much insights to what it's like being a top TV show runner and producer. Michael shares his best advice for those wanting to start an acting career, what he would have told his younger self as well as some incredible stories from his journey!Follow us https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=enhttps://www.sportiveaf.com/

Star of Tint Pretty Things Casimere Jollette shares some insights to her life. What it's been like post Tint Pretty Things, what's coming up, injuries, motivation , everything! Get a cup of coffee and tune in... https://www.sportiveaf.com/ Casimere: https://www.instagram.com/casimere/ Share to story and let us know any feedback via Instagram x

From English National Ballet to Starring on Netflix's Tiny Pretty Things, Daniela is living her dreams and having fun whilst doing so! Had the best time talking all things health & fitness, what it takes to get cast in a huge Netflix series and how she keeps confident and motivated in uncertain times!Follow us on social!https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Check out Daniela's social!https://www.instagram.com/dannie_norman/Pre-order exclusive SPORTIVÉafhttps://www.sportiveaf.com/

#19 At only 20 years old, Maria Khoreva is taking over the ballet world. Listen now to find out her top tips for having successful & productive days, how to stay motivated and some of her favourite daily habits as a dancer.Maria Khoreva, First Soloist of the Mariinsky Ballet Theatre, Ballet star of our generation with an Instagram account of over 470,000 followers, Nike ambassador and been performing principal since she graduated Vaganova Academy in 2018!SHOP NOWhttps://www.sportiveaf.com/https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/

#18 Performing since day 01, Anna Rose O'Sullivan has always had the passion for life on stage and you can truly see that too! What a lovely chat with such a talented & hard working person, to hear Anna's experiences and how she keeps motivated is so inspiring!SPORTIVÉaf Launch Friday 15th Jan https://www.sportiveaf.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=enFollow Anna's Journeyhttps://www.instagram.com/annaroseosullivan/?hl=enPlease leave any comments on our Instagram Pagehttps://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=en

#17 For anyone who wants clarity on the year ahead and get in tune with the world's energy! This year is very exciting and a time to take a risk in believing in yourself, you can do it.Hope you enjoyed, please leave feedback here: https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=enFor more insights: https://www.samyldareads.com/@samyldareads@sportiveaf@audstarfreeman

#16 Goodbye 2020 & hello 2021! Join us as we reflect on our past goals and resolutions and start our new ones... this was so much fun and I hope you guys enjoy!Leave you feed back on our Insta pagehttps://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=enKayla Mak: @KaylaMak10Audrey Freeman: @AudstarFreeman

#15 Becoming First Soloist at 19 & now Principal at 22, Julian is constantly working on his craft and finding the mot innovative ways to keep pushing the boundaries. Listen to how he overcome self doubt while in training and what kept him believing in himself!Julian MacKay, Principal Dancer of the San Francisco Ballet, previously principal dancer of the Mikhailovsy Theatre and before that he trained at the Bolshoi Ballet in Russia since he was 11 years old. http://sportiveaf.com + https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/ SPORTIVÉaf @SportiveAFJulian Mackay @JulianMacKayAudrey Freeman @AudstarFreemanHope you enjoyed, please leave feedback on IG!

#14 Some of my favourite advice on Body Image! This was so much fun doing, so please let me know if you liked this style episode too! All of the guests we have had on are ALL so incredible, I cannot even begin to say how grateful I am!! Comment on our recent post & let us know your thoughts!? https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/?hl=en Love you all and BE YOURSELF!

#13 Started with Balanchine, then to Paris Opera, and now the First Soloist of the Royal Ballet… Beatriz has a very interesting story to tell as well as some incredible advice from all of her experiences along the way!Beatriz-Stix Brunell is First Soloist of the Royal Ballet in London, trained at the School of American Ballet, JKO School and the Paris Opera Ballet.Leave any feed back on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportiveaf/Follow Beatriz-Stix Brunell: https://www.instagram.com/bstix_brunell/Thanks for listening, we love you!

#12 Whether it's an eating disorder, dealing with weight gain, puberty, body image, morning routines and supplements... Rachel Fine has your back and can give you the best advice for this topic!Please leave your feed back on our Instagram page @SportiveAFDon't forget to follow Rachel and check out her amazing programs!Website: https://pointenutrition.comInstagram: @ToThePointeNutrition

#11 Going through puberty and seeing your body change in front of a mirror is hard, and quite frankly something that isn't talked about enough. Learning to accept yourself as you are without self deprecating and comparing yourself is also hard but Indiana shares some AMAZING advice you need to hear!Don't forget to leave feedback on our IG and share to any friends or family who could benefit from this!Indiana Woodward: @indiana_woowardPodcast: @sportiveafHost: @audstarfreeman

#10 Being a Soloist at one of the best companies in the world is a HUGE achievement... but it is not always easy! Indiana shares her best advice for keeping positive, how she got into the New York City Ballet and what it's like as a soloist!Part Two is UPLOADED... for Indiana's thoughts on Body Image, Performing and more!Indiana Woodward: @indiana_woodwardPodcast: @sportiveafHost: @audstarfreeman

#09 Wanna get paid to post? Follow some of Amy's amazing advice to start collaborating with your dream brands, getting noticed by more people and creating your own community of people!Amy Kaleski, is a fashion blogger on Instagram with over 110,000 followers. She is in her third year at university, studying computer science. She recently has collaborated with huge brands like The Iconic, Farfetch, Anine Bing, Dior Beauty and the list goes on.Leave feedback on our latest IG post!Amy Kaleski: @amyz_kPodcast: @sportiveafHost: @audstarfreeman

#08 Body Image in the society is a very talked about subject, but in ballet it is kept quiet and not discussed as much, considering it plays a HUGE part in a dancer's life. Today Claire & I talk all about diversity and being your own person in the ballet world, overcoming injuries and how it can make you stronger and Claire's amazing journey so far!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvYFaqxsFDI&t=3424sHope you enjoy, please leave any feedback on our Instagram page!Claire Calvert: @claire123Podcast: @sportiveafHost: @audstarfreeman

#07 Kayla Mak & I, chat all about competitions like Youth American Grand Prix, Prix de Lausanne, World of Dance, and many more topics like cheesy quotes and having heart attacks pre-performance.Hope you enjoyed, please follow our IG for updates, and let us know your feedback & what you want us to discuss next!Guest: @KaylaMak10Podcast: @SPORTIVEafHost: @AudstarFreeman

#06 If you're feeling down or just un-motivated in general. Take a break! This will help you re-focus your thoughts and get motivated!Hope you guys all enjoy and please leave your feedback on our IG accounts below.Podcast + Brand @SportiveafHost: @AudstarfreemanPlease share if you enjoyed!

#05 Talking with Matt about becoming principal at the young age of 24, taking over David Halberg's position for a show of Giselle last minute, setting goals, overcoming self doubt... the list goes on! It was such a pleasure speaking with Matt. So down to earth, full of experience and and so much advice that we can all take on.Guest, Matthew Ball: @Matty_BallHost, Audrey Freeman: @AudstarFreemanPodcast: @SportiveAFMatthew Ball, Royal Ballet Principal by the age of 24yrs old, featured in many documentaries and short films as well as recent BBC Documentary “Men at the Barre”, it doesn’t stop here as Matt also stars in Matthew Bournes world renowned Swan Lake as the lead Swan.

#04 Being a ballerina is very hard, mentally and physically, dealing with all sorts of things... Today I discussed with Miko Fogarty about all things from self confidence to body image and what exciting things she is up to now!She is a former ballerina with the Royal Birmingham Ballet, Award winning dancer from the age of 12, starred in a critically acclaimed and award winning documentary first position, recently performed a ted talk and it doesn’t stop here because not only is she extremely gifted in the arts sector, but she is now studying at UC Berkeley as an undergraduate student majoring in integrative biology and also researching therapies for brain cancer…Miko's Instagram: @MikoFogartyHost: @AudstarFreemanPodcast: @Sportiveaf

#03 All you need to be mentally prepared and on your game for a successful audition, competition or performance... come along with me and hear my tips, plus some funny stories from my audition experiences!CHOOSE EXCITEMENT OVER FEAR!!!Hope you guys all enjoy and please leave your feedback on our IG accounts below.Podcast + Brand @SportiveafHost: @Audstarfreeman

#02 Katie Boren, professional dancer with American Ballet Theatre for over 5 years, danced some of the most iconic principle roles around the world, has over 150,000 followers on Instagram plus another Instagram page with 20,000 followers dedicated to her extremely successful personal training career where she offers personal training sessions to anyone aspiring to have a strong and healthy body as she is also a NASM certified personal trainer…Had the best talk with this incredible woman, and she is certainly a huge inspiration of mine and many dancers out there. I hope you enjoyed this Podcast, please follow us for more!!Follow our Instagram page: @sportiveafFollow Kathryn Boren: @katieboren1Follow our host: @audstarfreemanPlease send us a DM if you have any questions or want us to speak on something more specific!

#01: Super excited to be starting this podcast! Wanted to start off with this topic as it is so highly requested and feel it needs to be talked about more... I only touched on these topics but would love to hear what you all have to say and what you would like to hear more of! hope you enjoyed, Auds x