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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2025 · 1H 5M

Episode 5: Behind the Spotlight: Raising a Dance Son – The Gavin Morales Story

from Rhinestones and Rants · host Alyssa Better

What does it really take to raise a boy in the world of competitive dance? In this raw, heartfelt, and unfiltered episode, we sit down with Scott and JoAnne Morales — the powerhouse parents behind dance sensation Gavin Morales. From 6-hour round trips for 5-minute auditions to navigating a world not built for boys in ballet shoes, the Morales family’s journey is one of grit, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Scott opens up about his transformation from sports-loving dad to full-on dance supporter, while JoAnne shares what it means to be the rock, the chauffeur, and the heart of a dance family — all while crushing it as an accomplished attorney and businesswoman. 💥 Expect truth. Expect tears. Expect to fall in love with the people behind the pirouettes. ✨ WATCH THE FULL EPISODE NOW: 👉 https://youtu.be/Rsx-B9JYdqw 🎧 Also streaming on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio ⏰ New episodes every Wednesday at 8AM PT / 11AM ET 💬 Drop a comment, tell us what resonated most, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your dance fam! #RhinestonesAndRants #GavinMorales #DanceParentsUnfiltered #BoyInDance #DancePodcast #EpisodeDrop #DanceMomGoals #DanceDadProud #CompetitiveDance Listen to Rhinestones & Rants 💎 Real talk from the dance world – unfiltered, unforgettable. 📺 Watch Full Episodes: YouTube: @RhinestonesandRants 🎧 Listen On: Apple Podcasts: Click here Spotify: Click here RSS Feed: Click here ✨ Highlight Clips & Shorts: YouTube Shorts: Click here 📱 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @rhinestonesandrants Facebook: Rhinestones and Rants TikTok: @rhinestonesandrants Twitter/X: @rhinestonesrant  

What does it really take to raise a boy in the world of competitive dance? In this raw, heartfelt, and unfiltered episode, we sit down with Scott and JoAnne Morales — the powerhouse parents behind dance sensation Gavin Morales. From 6-hour round trips for 5-minute auditions to navigating a world not built for boys in ballet shoes, the Morales family’s journey is one of grit, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Scott opens up about his transformation from sports-loving dad to full-on dance supporter, while JoAnne shares what it means to be the rock, the chauffeur, and the heart of a dance family — all while crushing it as an accomplished attorney and businesswoman. 💥 Expect truth. Expect tears. Expect to fall in love with the people behind the pirouettes. ✨ WATCH THE FULL EPISODE NOW:👉 https://youtu.be/Rsx-B9JYdqw 🎧 Also streaming on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio ⏰ New episodes every Wednesday at 8AM PT / 11AM ET 💬 Drop a comment, tell us what resonated most, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your dance fam! #RhinestonesAndRants #GavinMorales #DanceParentsUnfiltered #BoyInDance #DancePodcast #EpisodeDrop #DanceMomGoals #DanceDadProud #CompetitiveDance Listen to Rhinestones & Rants💎 Real talk from the dance world – unfiltered, unforgettable. 📺 Watch Full Episodes:YouTube: @RhinestonesandRants 🎧 Listen On:Apple Podcasts: Click hereSpotify: Click hereRSS Feed: Click here ✨ Highlight Clips & Shorts:YouTube Shorts: Click here 📱 Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram: @rhinestonesandrantsFacebook: Rhinestones and RantsTikTok: @rhinestonesandrantsTwitter/X: @rhinestonesrant

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