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Dan Scott, an artist himself, has combined his strengths in problem solving and experiences in law to holistically advise dancers to avoid burnout and find financial freedom. This episode explores how artists can achieve that financial freedom that they deserve to pursue their passion without having to constantly stress about how they are going to pay their bills.

This episode highlight the Washington Wizards dancer, Danielle Tuomey. Our time at Mercyhurst overlapped with Danielle’s and we were lucky to get to know her as a freshman during our senior year. Danielle is one of the kindest people and a captivating performer. She has been very busy post graduation and we are excited to talk to her specifically about her experience dancing with the Washington Wizards, the NBA basketball team located in Washington DC!

We welcome Loretta Thomas, director of Moving Visions, a modern dance company in NYC. "The Widening Gyre" will be premiering at the Mark O'Donnell Theater on 3/6 and 3/7 at 7:30pm and 3/8 at 5:00pm - come see it if you're in the area and listen to this episode to learn more about Loretta's process in creating the upcoming show!

In this episode, Francesca Todesco discusses how she got her start in dance and the experiences that shaped her artistic path. In 2020, she founded her company, Dances We Dance, bringing her vision to life. Listen to this episode to learn more about her incredible journey and the passion behind her work.

To start off the new year we are excited to talk with a friend, Talia Fuchs. Talia and Hannah met at Alden Moves Dance Theater, and they feel very lucky their paths crossed. She is a truly creative and thoughtful individual. Talia is originally from Brooklyn, New York and has been surrounded by the arts her entire life. In this episode, we explore the overlap between dance and music and how these disciplines inform one another in her work.

Anabella Lenzu—award-winning choreographer, master teacher, and founder of DanceDrama—joined us to talk about her creative process, her bold artistic voice, and the stories behind her celebrated works. In this episode you can hear about her new book, Teaching and Learning Dance Through Meaningful Gestures. Whether you’re a dancer, educator, or lover of the arts, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. We are so grateful to welcome Anabella!

In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Anne Parichon-Buoncore, a freelance dancer based in New York City. Anne shares her insights, tips, and tricks for succeeding in the world of freelance dance.

This episode highlights the unique perspective of a 'ballet boyfriend' or fiancé (congrats Rebecca and Glenn). Join us for a fun and heartfelt episode where we hear from our two friends' significant others, Frankie and Glenn, and what they have learned about the dance world during their time in a relationship with a dancer.

In this episode, we're joined by the wonderful Janaea Rose Lyn and Marie Scioscia. They share their holistic approach and wisdom to life and one's career, offering insights from their books. Together, we explore the beautiful metaphor of "ingredients" for nourishing a fulfilling life in dance.

Katherine Jimenez is a shining star. Her journey with Mambo has been instrumental in shaping both her personal growth and professional development. She is undoubtedly a dynamic individual with so much to offer. Listen to this episode to learn more!

If you haven’t seen the girl famous for dancing at Trader Joe’s, this is your cue to check her out! Natalie Sterling shares the story behind her viral TikTok videos, explaining how and why she began dancing in the aisles of this beloved grocery store.

We’re excited to welcome the amazing Audrey Schultz! Audrey brings incredible talent to her role as the Production Manager for the American Ballet Theatre’s Studio Company. Today, she’ll share her journey, how she got to where she is, and what she enjoys most about her work.

Happy 2025! Our first guest of the new year, is our friend Sarah Taylor. In 2023, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes which changed her life. Learn about how she has managed to cope with her diagnosis in her dance career. Sarah is a true inspiration!

Happy Birthday to Abun(dance)! Our first episode aired in December, 2020 and we are happy to be celebrating 4 amazing years. In this episode, Kristen and Hannah recap their time working on the pod and give you their own personal 'wrapped' of their dance lives.

In this episode Audra Queen discusses her personal experience being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. She discusses her superpowers that come with it along with it's challenges and how they may present as a dancer. Knowledge is power, and this diagnosis has allowed her to feel more empowered and in charge of her life. Check Audra out @danceceocoach on Instagram and give her podcast 'The Dance CEO' a listen!