Rhinestones and Rants

You’ve trained for years, survived competitions, and lived in rhinestones, but what comes after high school or college? If you or your dancer is majoring in dance, what’s the end game? In this episode of Rhinestones & Rants, host Alyssa Better and guest Vicky dive deep into the real career paths that start with a dance degree, from Broadway and Beyoncé to choreography, conventions, content creation, and even corporate creative careers. We’re talking jobs, money, and mindset and breaking the myth that a dance degree is a dead end.  Because the end game isn’t “What now?” …it’s “Watch me.”

This week on Rhinestones & Rants, Eshe Gibbs opens up about her powerful journey through the highs and heartbreaks of the dance world. From being treated “like family” to realizing that loyalty can turn toxic, Eshe shares the red flags she missed, the lessons she learned, and the courage it took to walk away, not just from a studio, but from everything holding her back. Now, she’s living her dream, teaching with purpose, and proving that peace, confidence, and self-worth will always outshine fear and control. It’s honest, raw, and deeply inspiring, a story about breaking free, finding your voice, and reclaiming your freedom one eight-count at a time.

You asked, we delivered. The conversation continues in Part TWO of our College Dance Series on Rhinestones and Rants 💎 In Part 1, we decoded the basics of a B.A. vs. B.F.A. degree. Now in Part 2, we’re taking it deeper: 👉 How auditions REALLY work beyond the combo (interviews, improv, solos & more). 👉 Red flags in program brochures 🚩 (and what they mean for your dancer’s future). 👉 The truth about triple-threat training vs. single-focus conservatories. 👉 How to prepare early (yes, junior year!) so you’re not scrambling. ✨ Hosted by Alyssa Better with dance mom & researcher ReJana Krause, this is the episode every parent and dancer needs before applications, prescreens, and auditions hit.

Think you know what it takes to get into a college dance program? Spoiler: it’s WAY more than just nailing the combo. 👀 In this episode of Rhinestones & Rants, we sit down with Joe Alter of San Diego State University (SDSU), a dance educator, mentor, and admissions insider who has seen it ALL. From essays and interviews to audition photos and solos, Joe is pulling back the curtain on what really goes down behind the table. ✨ What you’ll learn: • The real difference between a BA and BFA (and why it matters) • What happens in a college dance audition (beyond the pirouettes 💃) • Why “dream school” ≠ “best fit” • The #1 mindset shift every competition dancer needs before college • How SDSU helps dancers grow into confident college artists • Insider Qs to ask BEFORE applying If you’re a dancer, parent, or mentor navigating the leap from studio to stage, this is the must-watch, must-share episode. Joe’s advice is honest, empowering, and could save you years of confusion (and $$$).

She didn’t inherit it. She didn’t stumble into it. Toni Ricci built Elite Dance Center with grit, guts, and a whole lot of glitter. In this week’s episode of Rhinestones and Rants, we sit down with the powerhouse behind one of the most iconic studios in the competitive dance world and the woman beside her shaping the next generation of artists: Keli Adams, Elite’s fearless Director of Dance. From Broadway stages to award-winning choreography, Toni and Keli open up about sacrifice, vision, and what it really takes to create a space where dancers become legends. 💥 This is more than a studio. It’s a movement. 💖 This is the Elite story - raw, real, and radiant. 🎬 Watch the LIVE PREMIERE 📅 Wednesday at 8AM PT / 11AM ET 📲 Subscribe to catch every moment as it drops! ✨ New episodes every Wednesday Rhinestones and Rants is now streaming on all major podcast platforms. 🔗 Binge Episodes 1–6 while you wait: 🔥 Red flags. 💼 Studio owner drama. 👩‍👧 The pressure of being a studio owner’s daughter. 🎤 Brooklyn Jai unfiltered. 💃 Dance parents who don’t play. 👑 And the woman behind the red wall who started it all.

If you know dance, you know Millennium Dance Complex. The bold red logo. The iconic LA backdrop. The world-class choreographers. The Instagram-famous combos. It’s a household name in the dance world. But do you know the woman behind it all? In this electrifying and emotional episode of Rhinestones and Rants, we sit down with Anne-Marie Hudson, the powerhouse CEO and founder of Millennium Dance Complex and let me tell you, this is not just a story about a studio. This is a story about vision, grit, perseverance, and passion. ✨ WATCH THE FULL EPISODE NOW: 👉 https://youtu.be/mRKkJbGTyjs 🎧 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! #MillenniumDanceComplex #AnnMarieHudson #DancePioneer #SheBuiltThis #DanceLegends #RhinestonesAndRants #WomenInDance #DanceEntrepreneur #LAChoreoScene #RedWallIcon

This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on West Coast Elite with founder Stephanie Noori, the woman who turned a vision into a dance empire. 🔥 The truth about fairness, integrity & what it really takes to run the most respected school-dance competition in the country. 💬 Hear how WCE became the gold standard for dancers, coaches & teams nationwide and why it’s more than just trophies, it’s a movement.  

Behind every national title is a mom who makes it happen. 👑 In this episode of Rhinestones & Rants, Alyssa Better sits down with Lindsay, mom to the powerhouse dancers of Valencia High School. From navigating high school dance team life to balancing studio, school, and competitions, Lindsay shares what it really takes to raise dancers who shine on the biggest stages. 💃✨ She also opens up about the lessons, sacrifices, and support systems that help her kids thrive, not just as champions, but as people.  

This week, Alyssa Better sits down with industry powerhouse Menina Fortunato - dancer, choreographer, mentor, and creator of The Business of Dance and The Hollywood Summer Tour. From branding and demo reels to taxes, agents, and turning passion into a paycheck, Menina is redefining what it means to go beyond the stage. 📋 Inside the episode: • How to turn training into a career • What studios don’t teach (but should) • Why dancers need business skills now more than ever 💎 Episode premiers on October 22nd 8am PT/11amET #RhinestonesAndRants #BusinessOfDance #DanceCareers #DancePodcast #DanceMoms #DanceEducation #AlyssaBetter #MeninaFortunato

High school dance isn’t just pep rallies and pom poms. In this episode of Rhinestones & Rants, Alyssa Better sits down with Andrew Allen, National Grand Championship coach of Valencia High School Dance Team, to reveal what it really takes to build a winning program. From tryouts and team culture to mental health, costs, and life beyond the title, Andrew shares the truths every dancer, parent, and coach needs to hear.

Welcome to Part ONE of our College Dance Series on Rhinestones and Rants💎 In this episode, host Alyssa Better sits down with dance mom & researcher ReJana Krause to break down what every dancer and parent needs to know before stepping into the college dance world. 👉 What’s the REAL difference between a B.A. and a B.F.A.? 👉 How do training hours, performance opportunities, and career outcomes compare? 👉 Which degree opens doors for YOUR dancer’s future? We’re pulling back the rhinestone curtain and telling you the truths they don’t put in the brochures. If you’ve got auditions, applications, or just big dance dreams, this is your roadmap.    

Not every opportunity in dance is safe. From “free” photoshoots to sketchy ambassador deals, predators know how to play the game. ⚠️ In this must-see episode, Alyssa Better & Vicky Inger expose the red flags every parent an dancer needs to know. 🎬 LIVE Premiere: Wed 9/3 @ 8AM PT | 11AM ET 👉 Subscribe + hit 🔔 so you don’t miss it. #WhenFreeIsntFree #DanceSafety #RhinestonesAndRants #ProtectOurDancers #DanceParentsUnite #DanceIndustryTruths #BehindTheCurtain #DanceWorldUnfiltered #RedFlagRealTalk #GlitterAndGrit

This week on Rhinestones and Rants, we’re laughing, crying, and glue-gunning our way through the wild world of dance moms with the one and only Nichole Long, aka The Crazy Dance Mom. If you’ve ever cried in a hotel hallway, panicked over lipstick No. 78, or labeled 14 hangers before sunrise… you’re one of us. From Dream Duffel drama to snack-list wars, Nichole spills the sparkly tea on the chaos, comedy, and heart of dance mom life. 🎧 Watch “Confessions of a Crazy Dance Mom”, premiering Wednesday, October 29 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET! 👉 Subscribe, laugh with us, and tag your favorite dance mom!

THIS. IS. IT. 👑✨ Brian Friedman: PART 2. Does he know the power he holds over a room? Oh, he knows and today, so will you. ⚡ LIVE PREMIERE: TODAY, 8AM PT / 11AM ET ⚡ 👉 Join the chat. Witness the legend. Be part of history. #BrianFriedman #DanceLegends #DanceIcons #RhinestonesAndRants #BrianUnleashed #PremiereDay #ChoreoLegend #IconEnergy

🚨✨ THE WAIT IS OVER ✨ 🚨 The legend. The icon. The choreographer who redefined pop culture. BRIAN. FREAKING. FRIEDMAN. 🎤💎 From Britney to Beyoncé, Bieber to the biggest stages on earth, Brian has shaped the dance world as we know it. And NOW… he’s telling ALL. 🎬 LIVE PREMIERE 📅 Wednesday 8/20 — 8AM PT | 11AM ET 💥 Be there. Be loud. Be part of history. ⚡ PLUS: This story is SO HUGE, it’s a 2-PART SERIES. Part 1 → Aug 20 - 8am PT/11am ET Part 2 → Aug 27 - 8am PT/11am ET Trust us: You cannot miss this. 💎 Join the chat. Drop the 🔥. Witness the brilliance. 👉 SUBSCRIBE + HIT THE 🔔 NOW: /@RhinestonesAndRants #BrianFriedman #DanceLegends #RhinestonesAndRants #ChoreographyKing #DanceIcons #2PartSeries #LivePremiere

This week on Rhinestones & Rants, I sit down with the legendary Brooklyn Jai, choreographer to the stars and mentor to the next generation. From Lizzo to 3LW, Soul Train to BET Awards, Brooklyn shares the raw truth behind the grind, the glory, and the grit it takes to make it in the dance industry. We talk passion, purpose, and the power of showing up, moment by moment, class by class. 💎 If you’re in the world of dance (or just love a comeback story), this episode is a must. 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

She doesn’t just train dancers. She makes global superstars. Quinn Callahan: The visionary behind The Rock Center for Dance has built a legacy that stretches from the first barre to the biggest stages in the world. Now, she’s pulling back the curtain on: 💎 What it really takes to rise to the top 🌱 Why she started The S.E.E.D. Program to give every dancer a shot 🔥 The grit, the heart, and the unstoppable drive behind the icons 🌱 Support the S.E.E.D. Program: Give a dancer their shot. Donate here → https://www.seedance.org/  

✨ It’s LAUNCH WEEK and we’re going strong! www.rhinestonesandrants.com is UP — and so is Episode 3! 💻🎉 “A Dance Daughter’s Journey: In Time with Cameron Suckle” 💃🎓 Some stories don’t just leave a mark — they leave a rhinestone trail straight to your heart. 💎 In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with someone I’ve known since she was little: the fierce and resilient Cameron Suckle. Cameron just graduated with her BFA in Dance from UT Austin, and watching her grow into the powerhouse she is today has been nothing short of inspiring. But her journey wasn’t an easy one. From the back row to the front, she opens up about finding her voice, reclaiming her confidence, and pushing through the pressures of growing up in the studio spotlight. It’s emotional. It’s empowering. It’s everything this podcast stands for.   🎧 Catch up on Episodes 1 & 2 now, then meet us for this unforgettable drop. 📅 Episode 3 premieres Friday @ 8am PT / 11am ET 📺    / @rhinestonesandrants   🌐 rhinestonesandrants.com SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram:   / rhinestonesandrants   Facebook:   / rhinestonesandrants   TikTok:   / rhinestonesandrants   Twitter: https://x.com/rhinestonesrant  

🚨 It’s LAUNCH WEEK, and our website is officially LIVE! 💻🎉 RhinestonesAndRants.com is up and so is Episode 2 of the podcast! 💃 When does a dancer know it’s time to step off the stage and step into leadership? For Maia Suckle, it wasn’t one big moment — it was quiet nudges, hard lessons, and one powerful push that led her to open her own studio. 👠➡️📋 🎙️ In this episode of Rhinestones & Rants, Maia spills what really goes on behind the scenes — the pressure, the pivot, and the power it takes to lead a studio. 💎 Spoiler: It’s not all sparkles and trophies. ✨ Stream it now, explore our new website, and be part of our glittery chaos all launch week long! 👉    / @rhinestonesandrants   👉 Explore: https://www.rhinestonesandrants.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram:   / rhinestonesandrants   Facebook:   / rhinestonesandrants   TikTok:   / rhinestonesandrants   Twitter: https://x.com/rhinestonesrant  

We’re kicking off our 12-week Replay Series, and before today’s episode premieres, I wanted to drop you a little audio hello! Season 1 is officially wrapped, and while we build a bigger, bolder Season 2 for February, we’re bringing back the episodes you loved MOST. 💖 And today… we’re starting exactly where this whole rhinestoned adventure began: 💥 Episode 1 - “Plié or Runaway? How to Choose the Perfect Dance Studio.” Tap the audio, soak in the vibe, and then come watch the replay with us at 11AM! Let’s relive the moment we launched this crazy sparkly journey together. ✨💎

🚨 NEW PODCAST ALERT! The wait is over our glitter-soaked, truth-telling, no-fluff dance podcast is officially LIVE! 🎙️✨ 💎 Episode 1: Plié or Runaway? How to Choose the ‘Perfect’ Studio We’re kicking off the debut of Rhinestones & Rants with glitter, grit, and brutally honest studio talk: 🩰 How do you know it’s the right fit? 🚩 What red flags should have you running in your jazz shoes? 💸 And how do you avoid getting lost in the sparkle (and the spending)? Our first-ever guest, Vicky Inger, fierce L.A. entrepreneur and seasoned dance mom drops real talk from 10+ years in the competitive dance trenches. The glam. The drama. The truths most won’t say out loud. 💅 It’s bold. It’s unfiltered. And it’s exactly what every dance parent needs to hear. ✨ Press play. Smash subscribe. Share the love. Text your studio group chat. 👉    / @rhinestonesandrants    SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram:   / rhinestonesandrants   Facebook:   / rhinestonesandrants   TikTok:   / rhinestonesandrants   Twitter: https://x.com/rhinestonesrant

After 21 episodes since our very first Rhinestones and Rants launch on July 9th, we are officially closing out an unforgettable first season. 💖 To every listener who liked, shared, subscribed, commented, laughed, cried, and showed up for us week after week… THANK YOU. To every guest who trusted us to tell your story… THANK YOU. And to the dance community that has been our home for years, you are the heart and soul of this show. As we wrap Season One, we want to wish you the most incredible holiday season. Whether you’ve been with us from day one or you just subscribed, we hope you enjoy the replays we handpicked for you and we cannot WAIT to see you back in February. While we dive into creating a bigger, bolder, even more rhinestoned Season Two (premiering the week of February 14, 2026), we’re keeping the sparkle alive for you. For the next 12 weeks, we’ll be replaying our top 12 episodes from Season One, the ones you loved, shared, debated, and replayed again and again. 💎 FIRST REPLAY DROPS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19: “Plié or Runaway? How to Choose the Perfect Dance Studio” Our original debut. The episode that set the tone. A must-watch whether you're rewatching or brand new to the R&R fam, picked for you and we cannot WAIT to see you back in February. Until then, keep watching, keep sharing, keep commenting.

From preschool plot twists to pirouette-filled paths, this dance journey started with one unexpected stage moment. One Danced to Greatness. The Other Had the Breast Intentions. 🎧 Full tea in Episode 5

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  

Ever wonder what it’s really like to grow up backstage, living that comp kid life with rhinestones in your roots and dance bags as your carry-on? 👯‍♀️🩰 Cameron Suckle is pulling back the curtain and she’s not sugarcoating a thing. From the pressure to be perfect to the pride of living the studio life, this is a raw, honest look into the world of the dance daughter. 👑 It’s emotional. It’s empowering. It’s everything you didn’t know you needed. 🎧 Don’t miss it. Full episode drops FRIDAY on Rhinestones & Rants! 👉 youtube.com/@RhinestonesandRants #RhinestonesAndRants #DanceDaughter #CameronSuckle #CompetitiveDance #DanceMomLife #StudioRaised #DanceFamilyRealTalk #DancePodcast #CompKidChronicles #ComingFriday 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

Former studio owner Maia Suckle is pulling back the curtain and let’s just say, it’s not all pirouettes and praise. 💅 We’re talking hard truths, high drama, and the kind of real talk you won’t hear at parent meetings. 💃 From glitter to grit, this episode brings it all. ✨ This is just a teaser, the full episode drops Thursday, July 10th! 💎 Subscribe now because the tea is piping, the sparkle is sharp, and the truth? It’s ready for its solo. 🎙️ 👉 youtube.com/@RhinestonesandRants #dance #dancerlife #dancelife #dancestudio #dancestudiolife #dancemom #dancecompetition #dancechallenge #podcast #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

This Wednesday, Rhinestones & Rants takes the stage with Episode 1: 💥 Plié or Runaway? How to Choose the 'Perfect' Studio 💥 Toxic culture. Red flags. Glitter-covered truth bombs. Guest Vicky Inger doesn’t hold back—and neither do we. 🎙️💬 🩰 Dance parents, dancers, and anyone deep in the industry: You need to hear this. 🎧 Make sure you're subscribed. The sparkle starts Wednesday. ✨ #RhinestonesAndRants #PodcastCountdown #DanceMomLife #CompetitiveDance #StudioRedFlags #PlieOrRunaway #DancePodcast #ToxicDanceCulture   🎙️ 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’s it like growing up in the studio spotlight and in the shadow of a studio owner that happens to be your mom? 🌟 Cameron Suckle gets real about life as a “dance daughter,” balancing pressure, passion, and personal growth. 👯‍♀️💬 This heartfelt convo is one every dance family needs to hear. 🎙️💖 🎧 A Dance Daughter’s Journey: In Time with Cameron Suckle, dropping Friday July 11! #RhinestonesAndRants #DanceLife #foryou #CompetitiveDance #podcastclips #CameronSuckle #InTimeWithCameron #StudioKidStories #dancer   🎙️ 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

Think you know what really goes on behind the scenes at a dance studio? 👀 In Episode 2 of Rhinestones & Rants, Maia Suckle pulls back the curtain and opens up about the highs, lows, and harsh truths of running a competitive studio. 💬💃 This one’s raw, real, and a must-listen for every dance parent, teacher, and industry insider. 🎧 Behind the Curtain drops Thursday, July 10! #RhinestonesAndRants #DanceStudioLife #StudioOwnerTruths #CompetitiveDance #DanceMomLife #DancePodcast #BehindTheCurtain #MaiaSuckle #DancerToOwner 🎙️ 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

Hey everyone! It’s officially ONE WEEK until the launch of Rhinestones and Rants! 💎💬 Our very first episode drops next Wednesday, July 9th, and it’s called “Plie or Runaway – How to Pick the Perfect Dance Studio.” Whether you’re just starting out or knee-deep in the dance world, this one’s for YOU. ✨But here’s the bonus! As a surprise, we’re dropping THREE episodes to kick things off: 📍 Tuesday, July 9: Episode 1 – Plie or Runaway 📍 Thursday, July 10: Episode 2 – Behind the Curtain with a Former Studio Owner → What do studio owners really wish parents knew? 📍 Friday, July 11: Episode 3 – Daughter of a Studio Owner with a BFA → The drama, the pressure, and the politics you didn’t see coming. You can watch us on YouTube @RhinestonesandRants, follow us on Instagram, and listen on any podcast platform you love—because yes, we’re launching everywhere! AND… our website goes live next week too at www.rhinestonesandrants.com 🎉 Seriously—your support means the world. For those of you who’ve already joined this journey with me: THANK YOU. I just recorded Episode 12 yesterday and let me tell you… this is only the beginning. I created this for the dance moms, the dancers, and anyone who’s ever asked, “If I only knew then what I know now…” Get ready—because it’s about to get sparkly AND real. 💥💃💬💎 Rhinestones and Rants launches July 9. Let’s go!   👉 Follow & Subscribe: 📺 YouTube: @rhinestonesandrants 📸 Instagram: @rhinestonesandrants 📘 Facebook: @rhinestonesandrants 🎵 TikTok: @rhinestonesandrants 🌐 Website: launching 7/9 www.rhinestonesandrants.com

 Coming Soon: Rhinestones and Rants Where the rhinestones sparkle… and the truth stings. Get ready for the podcast that pulls back the curtain on the real world of competitive dance. Hosted by Alyssa Better, dance mom, industry insider, and queen of calling it like it is. Rhinestones and Rants dishes on all the glitter, grit, drama, and dedication that comes with raising dancers in today’s world. Whether you’re a seasoned studio parent or just stepping into the madness, this is the unfiltered, unapologetic space you’ve been waiting for.  Drama. Discipline. Dance moms with opinions.  Real talk starts July 9.  Follow now and don’t miss the drop. #RhinestonesAndRants #DancePodcast #ComingSoon #DanceMomEnergy #StudioLifeUnfiltered #DanceParentChronicles #GlitterAndGrit #CompTeamTruths #DanceMomsSpeakOut #BackstageTea        

I’m beyond excited to finally share my latest passion project with you, Rhinestones and Rants, a brand-new podcast launching July 9th! After 17 years as a dance mom, I’ve seen it all, the good, the bad, the sparkly. If I only knew then what I know now, things might’ve looked a lot different. So I created this podcast to pull back the curtain on the real world of dance with raw conversations, expert guests, and stories that every dance parent, dancer, and studio owner needs to hear. This isn’t just a podcast...it’s a community, a truth-teller, and a celebration of the grit and glitter that shapes the dance world. 👉 Follow & Subscribe:  YouTube: @rhinestonesandrants 📸 Instagram: @rhinestonesandrants 📘 Facebook: @rhinestonesandrants 🎵 TikTok: @rhinestonesandrants 🌐 Website: Launching 7/9 www.rhinestonesandrants.com Thank you so much for supporting this labor of love! I cannot wait for you to hear the incredible stories and interviews we have in store. Launching 7/9 💖💬 #RhinestonesAndRants