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This is the first episode in our new Dancer Stories series, where professional dancers share their training paths their move into company life. Jaya Dhand talks about her experience at Indiana University, how she got hired by Ballet West 2, and her recent promotion to the main company. She explains the choices that shaped her training, what the audition process was like, and how she adjusted to professional life. Jaya also shares what she wishes she'd known as a student, the realities of dancer finances, and her advice for those preparing to go pro. Links: Shop Our Back to Dance Guide Buy Corrections Journals Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

Thomas Helmig. Et navn, langt de fleste danskere nok vil genkende, ligesom mange af os sandsynligvis kan nynne, synge (eller råbe) med på "Malaga", "Det er mig der står herude og banker på", "Midnat i Europa", "Nu hvor du har brændt mig af"… eller en af de andre mange sange fra den aarhusianske kunstner. Det er Thomas Helmigs bagkatalog af pop-, soul- og R&B-sange, der er i fokus i denne episode af Aarhus Teaters podcast Kulissen. Her fortæller auteur og iscenesætter Nikolaj Cederholm – der sammen med Kåre Bjerkø stod bag verdens første teaterkoncert i 1994 – om arbejdet med "Teaterkoncert Thomas Helmig". "Teaterkoncert Thomas Helmig" havde urpremiere på Aarhus Teaters Store Scene den 28. august 2025, og spilleperioden er udsolgt. Heldigvis bliver teaterkoncerten genopsat i sensommeren 2027, og der er allerede nu billetter til salg på Aarhus Teaters hjemmeside. Podcastepisoden er optaget i sommeren 2025, mens prøverne til "Teaterkoncert Thomas Helmig" endnu var i fuld gang. Kulissens jingle er fra Marie Koldkjær Højlund og Klaus Q Hedegaards musik til forestillingen "Dancer in the Dark" (2018). Vært, tilrettelæggelse og redigering: Louise Sejr Højmark

Are you ready to break the cycle of self-doubt and build lasting confidence? In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea reveals the secret to building confidence: the Confidence Loop. Discover why confidence isn't something you're born with, but a skill you can build every day through consistent effort, preparation, and self-trust. Whether you're struggling with inconsistency or looking for actionable strategies to boost your confidence, this episode is packed with research-backed insights and practical tips you can use right away. Grab your Competition Confidence Checklist: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/checklist Other Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/220 Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – Introduction & why confidence matters 01:35 – The Confidence Loop explained 04:27 – Research-backed keys to building confidence 07:03 – How inconsistency affects your confidence 08:24 – Tangible ways to practice and grow your confidence 11:00 – Weekly challenge to fuel your confidence loop  

“Set it and forget it” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Paige Aileen, who is the founder and owner of Paige Aileen Design. She creates websites that are specifically designed for entrepreneurs who are looking to grow their income with courses, products, and other sources of passive income. She also is a professional dancer, balancing both design & dance in her daily grind.S7 Episode 46: 09/04/2025Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Paige AileenFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod   Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.paigeaileendesign.com/ Instagram: @paigeaileendesign https://www.instagram.com/paigeaileendesign/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paigeaileendesign/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@paigeaileendesign

Moody Movies: There Will Be Blood (2007), A Very Brady Sequel (1996), The Muppets Movie (1979), Dancer in the Dark (2000)Kylie & Elliott are mesmerized by a contemporary classic, jump back into the zany world of a new favourite old family, start to love what is already much beloved, and feel incredibly complicated about a Palm D'Or winner.Follow along onInstagram: @moodymovie.clubLetterboxd: kylieburton Letterboxd: ElliottKuss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the emotional struggles that young dancers face, particularly the pressure to perform and the fear of disappointing their parents. She emphasises the importance of creating safe spaces for dancers to express their feelings and the need for parents to provide unconditional support. Megan shares her personal experiences and insights on how parents can better understand and support their dancers' emotional wellbeing, ultimately fostering a healthier relationship with dance and competition. Chapters: 00:00 - Understanding Emotional Bottling in Dancers 09:15 - The Pressure of Performance and Parental Expectations 15:56 - Creating Safe Spaces for Dancers 17:44 - Conclusion and Resources for Support ⭐ Join the Gold Club

PJ catches up with the bizarre twist the Presidential campaign has taken with Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Their daughter took her life, and what that did to the family is worth hearing. The very bad, and some good. It's a real-life interview you will learn something.

ALAYA LUX is not only just a pretty face, she's building herself as a brand in the adult industry. She speaks on the difference between the two worlds of being a Dancer and an Adult performer that the public somehow always gets them confused.

Welcome to Episode #2 of Hips and Bits, my brand new podcast, to share stories and journeys of Global Caravan dancers, of becoming, of coming into one's own creative bliss, of dancing, and dancers, and businesses, divine femienine power and beauty and spiritual connection, and community, and co-creation...and so much more In this Episode, meet Caroline Close, from Cairns, Australia, who I have had the pleasure of teaching, certifying, dancing with many moons ago when I used to travel to AUS yearly to connect and teach. 

Republicans will offer an amendment to the governor's budget proposal in tomorrow's special session in Oregon. 87% of Oregonians polled do not support the governor's plan. Democrats and Republicans have a lot to lose if this passes. We talk about that in this podcast.

Meet Isabella GrossoSurvivor. Dancer. AuthorShe was abused from the age of 5 years by family friends and neighbours. She told her Dad, but nothing stopped after that. She could see the fear and sadness in his eyes so never spoke out again until she was in her 20's. She felt her parents didn't want to know, and that her mother was also abused as a child.HELPNZ Sexual Harm Helpline, 0800 044 334 or text 4334, support@safetotalk.nz. Help Auckland 0800 623 1700. Male Survivors Aotearoa, Freephone: 0800 044 334USA RAINN https://www.rainn.org/ Largest US support for adult survivors of child sexual abuseUK NAPAK https://napac.org.uk/ Supporting recovery from childhood abuseAUSTRALIA Blue Knot Foundation - https://blueknot.org.au/ Provide support to people who have experiences of complex trauma, and for those who support them.OTHERTo get some more resources from us, please go to: https://www.handingtheshameback.org/, we offer books, coaching and tips for survivors and for those supporting them.We are on all social media platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HandingtheShameBackInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handingtheshameback/X: https://x.com/HandinShameBackYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@handingtheshamebackTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handingshamebackLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/handing-the-shame-back #HandingTheShameBack #HandSign4Kids #LetsSaveSomeKids #GlobalHandSign

In this week's episode – the first installment of the recurring feature, Finding Ballroom After After Fifty - The Dancing Housewife chats with 61-year-old international dog trainer and International style pro-am dancer, Gina Pink from Hampshire, England, who discovered ballroom dancing just three years ago. Despite having no prior dance experience, Gina's journey is a testament to passion and perseverance. She shares parallels between training dogs and learning to dance, the emotional and physical benefits of dancing, and how it helped her embrace self-worth. From funny anecdotes to heartfelt moments, Gina's story is inspiring and uplifting. Want to learn more about Dog Dancing? Check out Gina Pink's book, Let's Dance...Starters to Stardom: A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Dancing Available on Amazon in Kindle and Paperback: https://amzn.to/45ILrsTTime Stamps00:00 Welcome to the Dancing Housewife Podcast00:15 Meet Gina Pink: From Dog Trainer to Ballroom Dancer01:07 Gina's Background and Dog Dancing Career02:51 The Connection Between Dog Training and Ballroom Dancing03:25 Gina's Dance Journey: From Beginner to Competitor05:24 First Competitions and Surprising Success07:14 Preparing for Competitions: Dresses, Tans, and More10:45 The Emotional Impact of Dance18:33 Funny and Memorable Dance Moments22:45 The Biggest Lessons from Dance23:29 Shoutouts and Closing RemarksIf you're enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on YouTube,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ApplePodcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don't forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content.  Amazon Associate Disclaimer:As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. That means when you shop using the links I share, you're not only getting the products I personally recommend—you're also helping support the podcast at no extra cost to you.Thank you for being part of the community and keeping this work going!

On a gorgeous evening in May, I sat by a well-tended fire with a group of people I didn't really know as stories were told in the best of possible ways. It had been a long day and I was all ready to go snuggle up in my tent, rising from my seat to do so, when one name caught my ears. Coyote. My behind found itself plonked firmly back into the chair as my body leaned forward eager to be engulfed by the story that emerged from Joseph Heywood's lips. The next day, on seeing Coyote tattooed on my inner right arm, Joseph insisted it was a story I had to carry with me from that day onwards. Just as he has carried it after being gifted it himself by an Indigenous Elder (my apologies for not knowing who this Elder was). It is a traveller kind of story I think, one that likes to meet new people. Peer into them, through them, with them. What you are about to listen to is not a verbatim speaking of the story Joseph told that night by the fire. It is how it moved through me one morning. Next time, I suspect, it will have something different to tell us all. I had tried to sit with this story for the last few months but it always felt to be there, yet at a distance. As if sat at the far corner of the room from me, though willing to share space, not willing to converse. I wasn't sure how it wanted to use my voice, or if it was even possible that the two of us might be companions. As much as I delighted in its company, I wasn't sure if it was happy with mine. But then it suddenly arrived. ‘Now' the story said ‘now we are good to go.' It proceeded to pour through me in the way you are about to hear. Taking me as much by surprise as it might take you, for I have the suspicion that this particular Coyote is not done with either of us yet. We shall just have to wait and see…

In Episode 88, we're diving into 5 Fun Things from our annual Staff Kick-Off—a tradition that helps us reconnect, realign on our mission, and set the tone for a great season. With our big move coming up, we kept this year's meeting intentionally lighter, knowing a more intensive training is on deck soon.1) Staff Lunch Away from the Studio A cozy, cute space that keeps setup and cleanup simple—perfect for keeping the vibe relaxed and focused on connection.2) Big Build Bash Theme Carryover We love a theme for clarity and cohesion. With our new studio underway, the construction vibe we used at Open House made decor, slides, and materials easy and on-brand.3) Fun, Organized Info Delivery + New Staff Resources We used Canva slides and Rhythm visuals to make “important things” engaging. Faculty leads covered key areas: HR processes (payroll, time-off, sub logs), taking roll/Dancer of the month, assistant best practices, and more.We paired this with Rhythmpedia—our new branded Enrollio landing page linking everything (policies, forms, calendars, schedules)—and a staff "BAND" in the BAND app for ongoing team communication.4) Personalized Notebook with Staff Guidelines Digital is great, but a printed, stickered, Rhythm-branded notebook helps everyone follow along. We added our Top 10 must-knows from our Staff Guidelines for quick reference and asked every team member to send their top 5 takeaways from the handbook.5) Rhythm-Branded Bag with Fun Items A last-minute win that felt personal: a cute tote with a Rhythm patch (heat-pressed!), plus fun goodies like a mini brush, hair ties, electronic wipes—and a colorful pouch with cash to purchase role-ready items (dance shoes, a class bag, hair supplies, leggings/dancewear). It's practical, appreciated, and fun to see what everyone picks!This was Part 1 of our season kick-off. -- a lighter version but still very necessary to bring everyone together and put us all on the same page at the start of a new season. A larger training will follow as we prep for our big move later this year. Thanks for listening—we'll be back soon with a brand-new episode!Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta, Facebook and Pinterest

The new Rumps & Bumps jersey just dropped! Check out afterpartyinc.com. Its a brand new episode of the After Party and on this one we bring on Baby Mama Bree! As she comes on spills some much need tea. She tells about her first time on the mean streets of Cinci, she gives us some tips and tricks on rizzing her up plus we catch up with the roll taco queen Tori. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the often-overlooked topic of practising at home as an Irish dancer. She shares her personal experiences and insights on how to effectively structure practice sessions, overcome common challenges, and build consistency and motivation. Megan emphasises the importance of creating a realistic practice schedule, focusing on one dance at a time, and utilising community resources for support. The episode aims to empower dancers to take control of their practise and improve their skills with confidence. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Home Practise for Irish Dancers02:41 - Understanding the Challenges of Practising at Home05:32 - Creating a Realistic Practise Schedule08:38 - Focusing on One Dance at a Time10:29 - Implementing a Structured Practise Plan12:20 - Encouragement and Resources for Dancers

What if your classes could do more than build dance skills? In this episode, Dr. Leisha Straughn unpacks the Four C's every teacher needs: Confidence, Competence, Connection & Character, and how to weave them into your studio with simple, intentional strategies. Walk away with tools you can use right away, plus discover Project Score, a free resource designed to help teachers put the Four C's into action. Dr. Leisha Strachan is a professor at the University of Manitoba with a research focus on positive youth development through sport. She is also interested in research with coaches and parents in the deliberate delivery of positive sport experiences for children and youth. Research Areas Positive youth development Sport participation Children Youth Sport psychology Education Doctor of Philosopy - Sport Psychology, Queen's University (2008) Master of Human Kinetics - Sport Psychology, University of Windsor (2004) Bachelor of Education, University of Manitoba (1999) Bachelor of Physical Education, University of Manitoba (1997) Leisha has been involved in sport and dance for the majority of her life. She began baton twirling at Crestview Community Club in Winnipeg at the age of 5 and continued for 18 years. She is a former Canadian Senior Freestyle Champion (1994), Grand National Solo and 2-Baton champion (1994), CBTF Senior Athlete and Overall Athlete of the Year (1994), and a 7-time Canadian Contingent member competing in freestyle (highest placing - 6th in 1994) and pair events garnering 2 world bronze medals for her efforts (with Kristin Macaraeg). In her time on the national team, she traveled to France, Japan, Holland, Italy, and Hawaii. Leisha is one of the founding coaches of Aerial Fusion Baton, which has been in existence for 25 years. In addition to being a Level 3 certified coach, she is also certified as a Module 1 teacher in Acrobatic Arts. She is also a certified M1, M2, M3, and Masters judge. She has had the opportunity to coach provincial and national team members and continues to choreograph for different athletes across Canada, England, and Scotland. IG @drls250 Previous Episodes Ep 4 Protecting Your Mental Health Dr Leisha Strachan Ep 31 Overcoming Dancer Anxiety + Mental Blocks with Dr. Leisha Strachan Ep. 69 Turning Dance Transitions into Triumphs with Dr. Leisha Strachan, Pt 1 Ep. 69 Turning Dance Transitions into Triumphs with Dr. Leisha Strachan, Pt. 2 Ep. 97 Mental Skills for Acro Success with Dr. Leisha Strachan

Oregon's governor is asking the legislature to pass a huge tax increase. 87% of those polled in Oregon are against the tax. So now the governor has to convince her party to pass it. In this podcast, you will learn the strategy involved and what you can do to stop the budget's passage.

There's a huge problem in this country when it comes to voter integrity. One man and a group of truth seekers are doing something about it.With science, facts, statistics, and numbers, they show us how the cheating happens. It's deep, it's bad, and it's fixable.

This week Dante and Harry Discuss:How everybody deals with relationship problems, even an exotic male dancer like Punisher from the Diddy trials, can have difficulty making a relationship work. Also what can you do to avoid that situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've been following the Rhee Gold Company on social media over the past few weeks, you'll know that big changes are here! In today's episode, Stacey and Rhee unpack the new direction, talk about Rhee's new and exciting creative role and what this means for members of each of the Alliances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Rock Bottom to Resilience: How She Danced Through Cancer, Divorce & Trauma!"

This week Dante and Harry Discuss:How everybody deals with relationship problems, even an exotic male dancer like Punisher from the Diddy trials, can have difficulty making a relationship work. Also what can you do to avoid that situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's episode is all about fitness, the role it plays in our life, and the winding path that leads us to where we're meant to be. Haven sits down with friend and fellow Pure Barre instructor, Ava Bodeau. They discuss Ava's upbringing in the world of dance, including her time as a professional dancer in New York City; her career-ending injury; and how she found Pure Barre. Ava shares all about how she began teaching and then managing Pure Barre studios in California and we get the behind the scenes look into her role as an XPLUS fitness instructor. If you want to get inspired to move your body or if you're an current or aspiring fitness instructor, this episode is for you! Let's Connect!Support the show: pledge less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month! Follow Health by Haven on Instagram: @healthbyhaven HxH CoachingSubscribe to the HxH NewsletterHxH Recipes, Articles & More: healthbyhaven.com Connect with Ava!Follow Ava on Instagram: @avaa_flavaWorkout with Ava on XPLUS or at Pure Barre Farragut, Pure Barre Knoxville & Pure Barre TustinThank you to our sponsor, A Ranger Paints! Shop stunning paintings on Etsy: A Ranger Paints. Podcast listeners can get 10% off their purchase using code "HXH10"! Follow on Instagram: @arangerpaints Support the show

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Well, that wasn't exactly what I was expecting! I also wasn't expecting a call from PJ early on in the show. He joins Chris and I in tackling this next Patreon film selection from DJ Sylvis. A first time watch for us all and PJ gets to experience it like you guys, not having seen a second of it. Anita took a week off but still got a few words in when Chris and PJ came at one of her favorite comedians. Thank you for listening! Support the show on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/homevideohustle More Movie Reviews on LetterBoxd - https://letterboxd.com/hvhpodcast/ Watch Us On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfN67zqLBcbJNJw1cHI0Hlw Get HVH Merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/hvhpodcast Music By: @tradevoorhees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of unhappy people in Oregon, and they want change. Specifically, they want a new leader. Now there's an effort to recall the governor. We talk with the man spearheading the move.

On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance", we are joined by Nikolaj Hübbe, star dancer of the New York City Ballet, and both former principal and artistic director of the Royal Danish Ballet. Nikolaj takes us through his story, from his starry eyed fascination as a child with the productions in Denmark, his meteoric rise to principal and subsequent leap of faith joining the New York City Ballet, and his years as leader of the Royal Danish Ballet. He also shares his experiences in his first year as a coach at the Vail Dance Festival, highlighting what it is that makes the artistic process in Vail so special. This episode is brought to you by Discover Vail and was recorded at the 2025 Vail Dance Festival.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceMerch: https://bit.ly/cod-merchYouTube: https://bit.ly/youtube-CODJoin our email list: https://bit.ly/COD-email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does tango make us care so much about our clothes? In this episode, I share my own phases - from hiding in all-black outfits, to chasing the “classic tango look” with slits and heels, to questioning what it really means to feel at home in what you wear.We look at the paradox: dressing to hide vs. dressing to attract - and how both can shape the way we feel and move. Clothing has both a functional impact on how we dance, and a psychological one that can be even more powerful.I don't have a final answer. For most of us, it's an evolving question: what makes us feel confident, expressive, and free on the dance floor?If you've ever walked into a milonga feeling awkward in your outfit… or found yourself dancing differently because of what you're wearing… this one's for you.Chicago visit info here: https://imsotango.com/events

Dancer, director and actor Jimmy Hibbard reflects on his 64-year career in show business.

Misha Wurman is a professional bartender and cocktail creator. If you want to get one of Misha's original cocktails, here's 2 options of where you can visit him bartending— Paradise Lost (Tuesdays) 100 2nd Ave., New York, NY, 10003 Public Records upstairs cocktail lounge (Friday/Saturday) 233 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217 Misha Wurman is 27-year-old bartender who Dr. Lisa has basically watched grow up since he was born. He's got this really interesting mixed background - Afro-Caribbean on his mom's side and Russian/Swedish/Jewish on his dad's side. Growing up was pretty complicated because he'd spend weekdays with his mom and grandma in Spanish Harlem, then weekends with his dad in this fancy SoHo loft. When his mom got sick, he ended up living with his dad's parents in Rhode Island for over six years. How He Got Into Bartending Misha went to Hampshire College to study film, but while he was there, he discovered craft cocktails at this bar called The Dancer on the Lower East Side. Now he works at two spots - Paradise Lost and Public Records - making these fancy $18-28 cocktails. He's got this whole creative approach where he calls it "making potions" and comes up with wild combinations like a white mezcal Negroni with cold brew. Every drink he makes has its own story behind it. What Makes Him Good At It The thing is, all that bouncing between different family situations as a kid actually made him really good at reading people and handling different personalities. He sees bartending as more than just mixing drinks - it's about meeting people where they're at emotionally, whether they're out having fun or dealing with something heavy. He loves how collaborative the whole cocktail scene is, and you can tell he's found a way to blend his artistic side with his natural people skills.

What happens when stress, overwork, and exhaustion push your body to the breaking point?

When Talent Isn't Enough - top 10 dance tips and advice.Host Anna Harsh, Dancer, Author, Podcaster, Director Whether you're performing on grand stages or rehearsing in churchbasements, one truth remains: being a great dancer takes more than just talent.Technique will earn you applause, but character will earn you trust. And in a dance company, trust is everything.Tune in to hear the top 10 tips that will keep you being hired over and over with success. For more details: www.AllegroDanceCompany.net www.AnnaHarsh.com Leave 5 stars, #LIKE #Share #SUBSCRIBE #WomenSpeakers #ItalianDance #DanceTIPS

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Create A Space NOW held its 2nd Annual Capital Region "Activated Artist Fest" at the Proctors Theatre in downtown Schenectady, NY. The Fest was a vibrant convergence of community, art, and activism, where a diverse range of art forms-dance, visual art, theatre, film, and spoken words-were celebrated as tools for social change. In this part two of two labor segment, HMM Roaming labor Correspondent Willie Terry, interviewed Andre Robles, Dancer, Educator & Choreographer and Hattie Bernhill, Director of AAF and Founder of Createaspace.org, about the event.

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Create A Space NOW held its 2nd Annual Capital Region "Activated Artist Fest" at the Proctors Theatre in downtown Schenectady, NY. The Fest was a powerful convergence of community, art, and activism, where dance, visual art, theatre, film, and spoken words became tools for social change. In this part one of two labor segment, HMM Roaming labor Correspondent Willie Terry, interviewed Andre Robles, Dancer, Educator & Choreographer about his thought on AAF and his Harlem Renaissance workshop he was conducting at the Fest.

Hello Everyone, In this inspiring episode of A Dancer's Mindset, Isabella sits down with the incredible Madeline Woo—a powerhouse on stage, online, and now in the design world. From her journey to San Francisco Ballet to her meteoric rise on social media, Madeline shares the determination, artistry, and authenticity that have made her a role model for dancers worldwide.We dive into the story behind her gravity-defying jump technique (yes, she spills her training secrets), how she's navigated the pressures of professional ballet, and what it takes to stand out both in the studio and in the ever-changing digital landscape.Now embarking on an exciting new chapter as the founder of her own design business, Madeline proves she's more than a dancer—she's a force of nature, redefining what it means to be a modern artist.Whether you're a dancer, creative, or someone chasing a big dream, this conversation will leave you inspired to leap higher—both literally and figuratively.

In this week's podcast I was honoured to join a four-way conversation between Giovanna and Vanessa de Oliveira Andreotti and Tim Logan of Future Learning Design Podcast, to celebrate the publication of Vanessa's new book, Outgrowing Modernity. Vanessa de Oliveira Andreotti is author of Hospicing Modernity: Facing Humanity's Wrongs and the Implications for Social Activism which we have referenced many times on Accidental Gods.  She is also Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria in Canada. She is a former Canada Research Chair in Race, Inequalities and Global Change and a former David Lam Chair in Multicultural Education. She is one of the co-founders of the Gesturing Towards Decolonial Futures (GTDF) Arts/Research Collective, is the author of many academic papers and, with Aiden CinnamonTea, is co-author of Burnout From Humans. Most of her published articles and OpEds are available at academia.edu.Her daughter, Giovanna de Oliveira Andreotti, is a Dancer/dance teacher, GTDF member, certified Warm Data Lab host, founder of Rewiring for Reality: Cross Generational Reckoning, and an online course facilitator/co-ordinator. She holds a Bachelor's in Psychology from UBC, postgraduate certifications in Climate Psychology and Embodied Social Justice, and currently coordinates an inquiry that maps pedagogical practices addressing complexity, complicity, collapse, and accountability.This conversation took us deep into the complexity of what it means to be human at this moment when the old order is quite clearly in breakdown.  How do we use language? How do we engage with ourselves, each other and the web of life? And what is the web in a world where the first human-created silicon life is co-evolving with us.   How do we explore inter and intra-generational responses and capacity for meaning-making in a way that honours everyone, both human and beyond-human? In a world that feels ever more precarious, it was an honour and a delight to be in the company of such bright, deep minds.  Thank you to Giovanna, Vanessa and Tim - and I hope you all enjoy this as much as we did. Vanessa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-andreotti-a013276/Giovanna on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/giovanna-de-oliveira-andreotti-b77950272/Gesturing Towards Decolonial Futures https://decolonialfutures.net/Burnout from Humans https://burnoutfromhumans.net/Rewiring for Realities https://r4rs.org/cross-generationalTim's podcast and website https://www.futurelearningdesign.com/Books: Hospicing Modernity https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Vanessa-Machado-De-Oliveira/Hospicing-Modernity--Parting-with-Harmful-Ways-of-Living/26579141Outgrowing Modernity https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Vanessa-Machado-de-Oliveira/Outgrowing-Modernity--Navigating-Complexity-Complicity-an/31891959What we offer: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass If you'd like to join our next Open Gathering offered by our Accidental Gods Programme it's  'Dreaming Your Death Awake' (you don't have to be a member) it's on 2nd November - details are here.If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass, the details are here

Back from holiday, full of ideas… but second-guessing everything? You’re not alone. In this energising and heart-to-heart episode, Stacey and Rhee take on one of the hardest parts of leadership as a dance studio owner—sticking to your vision, even when it ruffles a few feathers. Whether you're restructuring your comp team, changing your schedule, or raising fees, someone will have an opinion. The question is—are you confident enough to move forward anyway? With stories, practical tips, and a healthy dose of dance teacher truth bombs, this episode is your reminder that your studio doesn’t run on parent approval—it runs on your passion and leadership. Key Takeaways: Confidence is the secret sauce. You had a vision—don’t let other people’s doubts drown it. Mrs. Smith isn’t forever. You’re building for the next five years, not next week’s car park conversation. Backpacks full of resentment are heavy. If you’re exhausted, it’s time to let go of what no longer fits. Your vision deserves better marketing. Speak it clearly. Write it down. Share it with conviction. Who you surround yourself with matters. Not everyone is meant to come with you to the next level. This Episode is for You If: You're toying with a big change—but worried how parents or staff might react. You’ve ever lost sleep over feedback from a loud (but temporary) voice in your studio. You’re ready to reclaim your leadership, your energy, and your studio’s future. You know it’s time for a reset—and you’re looking for a loving nudge to do it. Links & Resources: Dance studio software to support your vision: Jackrabbit Dance Free benchmarks to grow your studio: jackrabbitdance.com/benchmarks Connect with Stacey: simplystaceymorgan.com More from Rhee: rheegold.com Call to Action: If you needed a reminder that you are the boss—and that your vision is worth backing—this is it. Share with a fellow studio owner who’s second-guessing themselves today. And remember… ✨ Lead boldly. Build proudly. Enjoy the journey. ✨See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this episode, Jeff Hinshaw of 'Cosmic Cousins'  explores many different Aquarius themes, including: Uranus in Gemini, Pallas, and Pluto in Aquarius.  Then, they are joined in conversation with Lily of Planetary Dancer, where things get super cosmic and out there.  We hope you enjoy.

Josh and Andrew look ahead to the late Pick 4 on Saturday 8/9 at Saratoga featuring the G1 Sword Dancer and G2 Saratoga Oaks.Check out DRF's new AI tool at chat.drf.com!Help support OTWL by signing up for AMWager and get a 100% First Deposit Match up to $150 for new account holders. Click the link to sign up: https://link.amwager.com/OTWLFollow us on Twitter @wrong_lead​​​​​​ Follow us on Instagram and Threads! @otwlead Read our articles and check out our shirts and other merch at www.onthewronglead.com

The GII Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Oaks Invitational and GI Sword Dancer this weekend at Saratoga Springs! Get all the best insights, advice and professional tips to win big this weekend. America's Best Racing's Ryan Anderson joins the program to give his best bets for the Grade 1 and 2 races. Run, don't walk to the window. It's the Saratoga race season!

Judith Cookis Rubens was diagnosed at 45 with Stage II, HER2+ breast cancer. She is a freelance journalist living in North Carolina with her husband and twin sons. Judith enjoys writing about her local community, parenting, arts, theater, and education topics. In this episode, Judith reads her essay “Dancing Myself Back to Life” from the 2024 “Body” issue of Wildfire Journal. Her piece is about the power of movement—not just as exercise, but as a way to reclaim the body after cancer. April and Judith will discuss returning to dance as an adult, as well as dance and music as a healing. They will also discuss Judith's experience as a journalist writing memoir. More about Judith: https://www.judithcookisrubens.com/More about The Dancer's Workout: https://thedancersworkout.mykajabi.com/Purchase the “Body” issue of Wildfire Journal: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop/p/body24Buy the Wildfire book Igniting the Fire Within: Stories of Healing, Hope & Humor, Inside Today's Young Breast Cancer Community: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJVJ629F?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860Get the free Wildfire “Hot Flashes” email newsletter: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/newsletter?rq=newsletterLearn about Wildfire writing workshops: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/workshopsShop Wildfire merch & more: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop*Free* Get Wildfire and The Burn freebies here: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/freeMore about Wildfire Journal: https://www.wildfirecommunity.orghttps://www.instagram.com/wildfire_bc_magazine/https://www.facebook.com/wildfirecommunityInformation on submitting your story for consideration to be published in Wildfire Journal: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/submissions

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"We really are having the best of times during the worst of times." I'm fresh off my third round of chemotherapy (round two was rough!), and am back on the couch recording with friends. This time for chemo, I was joined by my best friend (and former Dance Spirit colleague!) Michael Anne Bailey, and this is our recap from the day at the infusion center and the few days we spent together. We share our friendship origin story, gush about the things we love most about each other, and talk a lot about eyebrows. SPONSOR:  New Balance: Click here to get your hands on the just-released Rebel v5! Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!