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The Ballroom Dance Diaries
by Carole & Kim
The Ballroom Dance Diaries helps Pro-Am ballroom dancers overcome fear, anxiety, and doubt with expert tips, competition prep strategies, and inspiring stories from the dance community—so you can step onto the floor with confidence and joy. Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step is a chance to write a new page in your dance diary!
Episodes
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DWTS Dancers Wore WHAT?! Week 5 Honest Reaction
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Ballroom Dance Diaries! In this episode, Carole and Kim break down all the action, costumes, and controversies from Week 5: Super Bowl Night on Dancing with the Stars Season 35. We are diving head-first into the sports crossover theme, why guest judge Joe Buck...
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Are DWTS Judges Planting Doubt? Week 4 Full Breakdown
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Ballroom Dance Diaries! In this episode, Carole and Kim break down all the drama, standout artistry, and backstage politics of Dancing with the Stars, Season 35, Week 4. From breathtaking Waltzes to heavily scrutinized Rumbas, we look at the leaderboard…
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The Leaderboard Just Flipped! DWTS Week 3 Elimination & Full Review
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Ballroom Dance Diaries! In this episode, Carole and Kim break down Dancing with the Stars Season 35, Week 3, where the middle-of-the-pack couples made serious moves and completely shook up the leaderboard. From Amber and Pasha's breathtaking, syllabus-perfect...
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DWTS Weeks 1 & 2: Early Frontrunners & Harsh Scores! (Honest Ballroom Reaction)
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Ballroom Dance Diaries! In this episode, Carole and Kim sit down for an honest, candid chat about their first impressions of Dancing with the Stars Season 35, Weeks 1 and 2. We are talking about everything that caught our eye: who looks like an early frontrunner…
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The Shirley Standard: What It Actually Takes to Be a DWTS Pro
Send us Fan Mail The Shirley Standard: What It Actually Takes to Be a DWTS Pro 🪩✨ What does it REALLY take to be a pro on Dancing with the Stars? Is world-class technique enough, or does television demand an entirely different skill set? In this episode of The Ballroom Dance Diaries, Carole and...
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From Panic to Poise: How to Stop Spiraling on Deck Before Your Heat
Send us Fan Mail What is the very first thing you say to yourself right before your heat is called? Whether you are dancing in an intimate ballroom at a local one-day comp or stepping onto the floor at a major multi-day championship, that holding area on deck is pure sensory overload. In this...
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Terrified to Compete But Did It Anyway | Stephanie Byrne's First Dancesport Competition
Send us Fan Mail Stepping onto a competitive ballroom floor for the first time can feel overwhelming. In this episode of The Dance Diaries, we sit down with Stephanie Byrne, a new competitive ballroom dancer who shares her honest journey through fear, anxiety, and self-doubt and why she chose to...
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Empire Open Dance Festival Results — Did the Practice Pay Off?
Send us Fan Mail Empire Open Dance Festival Results 🎯 Download your free Pro-Am Ballroom Packing & Prep Checklist ➡️ https://the-dance-diaries-2.kit.com/655ce963bd to be 100% ready to shine on the dance floor! ********* Website https://thedancediaries.buzzsprout.com 💃 Petrosyan Designs ➡️...
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Visualization for Ballroom Dancers: The Pre-Competition Habit That Works
Send us Fan Mail This Habit Helps Your Achieve Your Ballroom Dance Goals Carole discusses her pre-comp habits and how she sets her mind to something, visualizes it, and therefore, it definitely happens. And she feels like this time at the competition, she already knew her outcome. #ballroomdance...
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Mindset of a Champion | Noel L'Esperence on the Mental Side of Competitive Dancing
Send us Fan Mail Join National and Regional Pro Am Ballroom Champion Noel L’Esperence as she shares her inspiring journey of trading in the stables for the sparkle of the dance floor. In this candid conversation, Noel opens up about her love for fashion, the friendships she’s built in the…
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2-Week Pro-Am Competition Checklist: Be Fully Prepared!
Send us Fan Mail 😳 Not sure what to pack for your upcoming Pro-Am Ballroom Dance Competition? This pre-competition checklist will help you stay organized, avoid last-minute anxiety, and feel confident on competition day. From costumes and shoes to hair, makeup, and must-have emergency items,...
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Conquering Fear, Anxiety & Doubt Before a Ballroom Dance Competition
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Dance Diaries, we delve into the universal struggles that all competitive dancers face: fear, anxiety, and doubt. Stepping onto the ballroom floor can be one of the most significant moments and also one of the greatest challenges. Whether it's the: ✅…
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Who's Your "Team Ballroom"? Real Stories on Support, Struggle & Growth
Send us Fan Mail In this video, Carole and Kim share powerful insights and wisdom gained from fellow dancers, discuss the biggest challenges they've faced (and conquered), and reveal valuable feedback from experienced instructors. It's perfect for anyone passionate about ballroom dance, whether...
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9 Tips for Male Amateur Ballroom Dancers
Send us Fan Mail 🕺Want to stand out on the dance floor? This podcast will reveal the Top 9 Tips for Male Amateur Ballroom Dancers—perfect for beginners and intermediate dancers! Whether you aim to perform better in competitions, impress at social events, or simply elevate your technique, these...
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Overcoming Limiting Beliefs In Ballroom Dancing
Send us Fan Mail Carole and Kim discuss how to stop negative thinking and overcome limiting beliefs. You will learn ☑️ techniques on how to dance without fear and how to break free of what holds you back from achieving joy in your dancing. Limiting beliefs are deeply ingrained thoughts or...
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Tips To Wow The Judges | Steven Dougherty on Standing Out in Ballroom Competition
Send us Fan Mail Carole and Kim interview Steven Dougherty, owner of Metropolitan Dance Center, in Stamford, CT. Steve shares his top tips about how to stand out in a ballroom competition. He also shares his dance journey and 20 years of success as a studio owner. Steven Dougherty has been in the...
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Thoughts Become Things: Visualizing Victory in Ballroom Competition
Send us Fan Mail In this video, Carole and Kim dive into the art of Visualizing Victory 🏆 in ballroom dancing and explore how the power of positive thinking can transform your dance journey. By embracing the concept that "thoughts become things," we'll show you techniques to mentally rehearse…
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My Winning Strategy | Elisa Corcoran, USDC Champion, on Building Partner Synergy
Send us Fan Mail Carole and Kim interview Elisa Corcoran, 💃 Pro-Am International Latin USDC Champion 🥇, about her dance journey and her Competition Strategy. Elisa shares her thoughts on being in synch with her partner, coaching, and future bucket list dance competitions. #ballroomdance...
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DanceSport Competition Recap: Constitution, Kingsball, NYDF & More
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we review our 2024 goals and give our "Dance Comp Review" of the Ballroom Dance Competitions we've attended in the last 6 months. These include: 👉🏻 Constitution DanceSport | https://csdancesport.com/ 👉🏻 Kingsball Dancesport Competition |...
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From First Dance Lesson to Ballroom Champion | Joe Tafuri's Story
Send us Fan Mail Joe Tafuri, amateur dancer, shares his story about Showcases, Competitions, and Coaching. Joe shares his funny stories and top tips on how to transform your dancing. Not a dull moment in this podcast interview! #proamdance #podcasting #ballroom #americansmooth *********** How to...
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Confidence on the Dance Floor | Kateryna Ulerio, NDCA Adjudicator, on Going from Good to Great
Send us Fan Mail Kateryna Ulerio, NDCA Adjudicator, offers advice on how to elevate your ballroom dance performance. She offers top tips on how to go from "Good to Great" and Project Confidence on the Dance Floor. Kateryna Ulerio REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON LARCHMONT BROKERAGE 2070 Boston Post Road...
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Ballroom Costuming Tips from Petrosyan Designs: Why Your Image Matters
Send us Fan Mail Erik and Margarita of Petrosyan Designs share their expert advice on the importance of good costuming for your upcoming pro-am ballroom dance competition. Selecting quality ballroom attire supports your total image, grooming, and outcome. Contact Erik and Margarita for your next...
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Designing The Perfect Ballroom Dress: Petrosyan Designs' Live Digital Sketching Process
Send us Fan Mail Carole & Kim get a live digital sketching demo from Erik and Margarita of Petrosyan Design. They discuss their journey as professional dancers, how they began their career as one of the leading ballroom dress designers, and showcase their digital sketching approach when...
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Why Dance Club Night? | Jenn Sylvia on Pro-Am Club Night Styles & Competitions
Send us Fan Mail Carole and Kim interview 13-year Pro-Am Dancer Jenn Sylvia about the growing trend of Pro-Am 🪩 Club Night! Jenn shares her knowledge about Club Night styles, competitions, and her top reasons to enjoy Club Night! 🕺 Check Out our video podcast on 🎧 youtube.com/@TheDanceDiaries....
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How to Choose a Ballroom Dance Shoe | Ilia Kolosov's 7 Key Guidelines (AIDA Dance USA)
Send us Fan Mail Join Carole and Kim as they interview Ilia Kolosov of AIDA Dance USA on the Collaborative Process with his Pro-Am Clients and how he guides them towards a smart choice when choosing a competitive Ballroom Custom Dance Shoe. He shares 7 key guidelines to arrive at the best quality...
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Top 5 Tips for Custom Ballroom Dance Shoes | Ilia Kolosov, AIDA Dance Shoes
Send us Fan Mail Carole and Kim interview Ilia Kolosov who is the leading distributor of AIDA Dance Shoes in the USA. Ilia has over 12 years of experience as a leading Custom Ballroom Shoe vendor, sponsors 40+ dancers, and travels to 20+ competitions a year. Ilia offers his expertise, builds…
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Top 6 Tips for Pro-Am Dance Goals: Start Your Competition Year Off Right
Send us Fan Mail Carole & Kim Kick Off their 2024 Pro-Am Dance Competition year and share their Top 6 Tips for overall readiness. Support the show Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step is a chance to write a new page in your dance diary!
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Does Your Look Affect Placement in a Pro-Am Ballroom Competition?
Send us Fan Mail Does Your Look Affect Placement in a Pro-Am Ballroom Competition? Carole and Kim discuss style preferences, dance highlights, and thoughts on costuming. #proamdance #podcast #ballroomdance #dancesportcompetition Pro|Am Competitions Mentioned: @newyorkdancefestival6109...
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Dancing Through Time | Emita Hill, Oral Historian, on Her Book "Slow, Quick, Quick"
Send us Fan Mail Oral Historian, Emita Hill, delves into the compelling stories of 30 ballroom dancers in her book "SLOW, QUICK, QUICK". Per the description on Amazon, "she presents the stories of many ballroom dancers of the 20th and 21st centuries--their struggles, their successes, the smooth…
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Top 10 Tips for Performance & Confidence | Edson Jeune's Index Card Technique
Send us Fan Mail Edson Jeune shares his Top 10 Tips on Performance and Confidence building by applying the Index Card Technique. @edsonjeune951 Support the show Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step is a chance to write a new page in your dance diary!
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How to Stand Out in a Ballroom Dance Lesson
Send us Fan Mail Join Carole and Kim as they delve into the art of Showing Up and Standing Out in your dance lesson. In this episode, they present 10 practical tips that promise to amplify your presence and gain maximum value on the ballroom dance floor. Support the show Join us because in the...
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Are you Competition Ready? | Test Your Dress!
Send us Fan Mail Are you ballroom dance competition ready? Carole and Kim discuss costuming and readiness for a Pro|Am Ballroom Dance Competition. Topics include dress styles, color, mishaps, and strategies to feel confident on competition day. Support the show Join us because in the world of The...
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Tips to Avoid Costume Mishaps
Send us Fan Mail Carole & Kim share ballroom dance stories about their costume mishaps and tips to consider when choosing ballroom dance costuming. #proamdance #ballroomdance #ballroom #podcast @TheDanceDiaries. Support the show Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step…
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The Dance Diaries | Our Journey
Send us Fan Mail "Welcome to The Dance Diaries, the podcast that takes you on an enchanting journey through the world of pro-am ballroom dancing! Join Carole and Kim, your hosts and passionate ballroom enthusiasts, as they share the inspiring stories, challenges, and triumphs encountered on their...
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Stamina & Rounds: Top Pro-Am Ballroom Tips for Your Final 30 Days Before Competition
Send us Fan Mail Top Pro|Am Ballroom competition tips. Stamina Get in the zone Rounds on your own and in studio Repitition and Impact Ballroom Etiquette All through the eyes of the amateur pro am ballroom dancer. Support the show Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Ballroom Dance Diaries helps Pro-Am ballroom dancers overcome fear, anxiety, and doubt with expert tips, competition prep strategies, and inspiring stories from the dance community—so you can step onto the floor with confidence and joy.
Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every dance step is a chance to write a new page in your dance diary!
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Carole & Kim
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The Ballroom Dance Diaries helps Pro-Am ballroom dancers overcome fear, anxiety, and doubt with expert tips, competition prep strategies, and inspiring stories from the dance community—so you can step onto the floor with confidence and joy. Join us because in the world of The Dance Diaries, every...
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The Ballroom Dance Diaries is created and hosted by Carole & Kim.
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