All Episodes

Cathy Nesbitt-Stein: Studio Owner, Dance Mom, Dancer & Reality TV Personality

Awards: An Open Conversation about Awards and Ceremonies

Choosing a Solo Song & Style, With Chris Suchan & Liz Borom

Reasons NOT to do a Solo

Expert Answers: Special Q&A Compilation Episode with Season 4 Guests

Choreography & How it Affects Scores: With Jennifer Olsen of Pulse Dance Studio

Summer Intensives: Planning Your Dancer's Training

Derek Piquette: Recruiting Tips for College Dance Teams

Plateaus, Complacency, & Growth: With Kelsay & Emma of Trademark Dance Academy

Competition Glam Guide: Favorite Go-To Makeup Products

Burnout & Dancers: Avoiding the Competition Season Crash

Becky Tucci: Finding Humor & Creating Content on the Dance Mom Life

HOT TOPIC: Reusing Choreography

Meghan Faddis: Training Judges, Feedback vs. Critiques, & Scoring Group Dances

Top Tips: Our Favorite Tips for Dance Parents

Dressing Room Drama: Stories and More

Showing Off! Confidence without Arrogance with Michelle Leagans

Billing Transparency: Dance Studio & Competition Costs with Special Guest Chris Suchan

Favoritism & Jealousy in the Dance Studio with Melissa McDaniel (Encore Episode)

Jason Pickett on Scores, Judging, & Awards (Encore Episode)

Dealing With Disappointment in Dancers: Interview with Dr Chelsea Pierotti

Scores: Should Your Child See Them? The Perks & Pitfalls

Bonus Episode: Rapid Fire Q&A

Underwear & Modesty: Best Options for Dance Costumes

Gift Ideas: Save Money with Practical & Fun Gifts for Dancers

Dance Competition Schedules: Q&A with Chris Suchan

Top Ten Changes Dance Parents Would Make at Competitions

Moving Levels: From Beginner to Intermediate & then Advanced, with Tara Iacobucci

Horror Stories: Dance Parent Nightmares

Balance: Managing Dance schedules, Family, and Daily Life

Thoughts From a Competition Judge with Chris Rutledge

Studio Culture: A Parents Role in Creating a Positive Environment

Top Ten Deductions! With Competition Judge, Chris Rutledge

Injury, Our Story: Coping with Injury & Missing Nationals

Mom, You Are Doing Too Much!

Convention Scholarships & Awards with Jadell Lee

Staying On Track: Maintaining Focus to Achieve Progress (Bonus Episode)

Goals: Setting Up For Growth

Season 4 Teaser!

Summer Updates: Training, Life, & More

Vegas: Traveling for Dance Competitions (Summer Bonus Episode)

Best & Worst: Summer Bonus Episode!

Trends! 2024-2025 Competition Dance Season Trends

My Dancer Wants to Quit!

Blake J Stanley: Supplemental Training to Advance Your Dancer

Nationals! Finishing The Season With A Bang

Is My Dancer Too Young? Listener Episode

Mothers Day Special! Interview with Dance Mom and Dream Duffels Elyssa Danahey

Boy Dancers: Raising Male Dancers & Creating Inclusive Studios With Crystal Zibalese

Pre & Post Performance Routines: With Dr. Chelsea Pierotti

Convention Kids vs. Comp Kids: Why Some Excel More at Conventions & How To Help!

Resisting Rivalry: Competing Against Your Own Team with Melissa McDaniel

Recital Ready: Preparing For Your Dancers Big Day

Acro: Does My Dancer Need It?

Family Friendly & Age Appropriate: Who Decides What is Allowed on the Competition Stage?

Multiple Dance Teams: Balancing School, Studio, and Cheer

Dance Mama Drama: Stories & Conversations Around Dance Mom Behavior

Siblings at Competition: Listener Feedback Bonus Episode

Competition Hangover! Managing Monday & Processing Bad Weekends

Bringing Family to Competitions: Managing Expectations and Helpful Tips

Anxiety: Discussing Child Anxiety and Stage Fright with Dr. Elissa Hamlat

Comp Season Packing List: Don't Forget a Thing!

Tanning: DIY Spray Tans & Mousse Foam for Dancers (Bonus Episode!)

Makeup Application For Dancers: Dos and Don'ts with Makeup Artist Sara Rhoads

No Cooking Comp Meals: Pack Your Cooler Like a Pro!

Online Solo Critiques: When & Why to Buy Additional Judges Feedback

Mindset: The Power of a Positive Mindset for Dancers With Sports Psychology Consultant Chloé Maleski

Best of 2024: Part 1

Thinking Outside The Bag: Storage and Organization for Competition Dancers

Holiday Bonus Episode With Dancer Gift Guide

Multiple Solos: Benefits and Tips for Competition Dancers with Chris Suchan

One Solo: When Less is More, A Discussion with Bri Zborowski

Careers in Dance: With Courtney Ortiz & Lesley Mealor of Making the Impact Podcast

Safety On Social Media: Protecting Your Dancer, Interview with Joe Marks

Listener Episode: Managing Meltdowns at Competitions

Social Media and Dance: Interview with Platinum Executive Creative Director Liz Borom

Competition Directors: With Platinum Dance Comps Chris Suchan and Liz Borom

Q & A : Bonus Episode

Dance Mom Horror Stories

The Pressure to "Keep Up" with the Dance Joneses

Dr. Chelsea Pierotti: Improving Emotional Connection in Dance

Listener Episode: Rhinestone Techniques for Costumes

Gossip Girls: Managing Your Mouth and Handling What You Overhear

Favoritism & Jealousy: Dealing with Dancers, Teachers, & Parents, with Guest Melissa McDaniel

Listener Episode: Dance Class Etiquette & Earning Your Spot in The Front Row

Understudies: The Physical and Emotional Responsibilities

Jason Pickett: A Breakdown on Scoring, Judging, and Awards at Competitions

Listener Episode: Not Making The Team and Dealing with Disappointment

Pre Season Checklist: Getting and Doing What You Need NOW!

Dance Parent Responsibilities: What is Expected of You at the Studio and Competitions

Season 3 Preview!

Nationals: Catching Up With Amira & Cayse

Life After Dance Team: Advice From Graduated Seniors

Directors Perspective on Parent to Studio Communication Pt. 2: Interview with Melissa McDaniel of TP Dance Creations

Parent to Studio Communication Pt.1: Best Practices for Discussions & Feedback (Parent Perspective)

Choosing a Studio: What to Consider

Ben Bigler of Reinforce Dance Experience: Dancer, Convention Director, & Choreographer

Switching Teams / Leaving Studios: Insights with Bri Zborowski

Ambassadors: Dancewear & Photography

Dance Dads! A Special Live Interview from Competition with Blake, Fred, & Joel

Going It Alone: Building Confidence and Maturity in Your Dancer

Switching Studios - Share Your Story!

What's New & Trending: 2024 Dance Competition Season

From Dancer, to Dance Mom, to Dance Boss Lady: Interview with Apolla CEO, Bri Zborowski

School Dance Teams: Competition Dance at School (Interview with Kathleen)

Dance Moms: Amira's First Episode and Perceptions of Competition Dance

Makeup Dupes: Ways to Save and Where to Splurge for Stage Makeup and More!

Parent Self-Care: Recharge Yourself to Best Care for Your Dancer

Hey It's Pickett! Interview with Dance Educator, Adjudicator, & Instagram Personality Jason Pickett

Safety at Dance Competitions: A Discussion on Protecting Your Child, Interview with Joe Marks

All About Food: Mastering Meal Prep for Dance Competition Weekends

Free Gift Revealed & Conversation with our Two Dancers

Making the Most of Your Car Rides to Competition

Packing For A Single Day Event: The Struggle with Over & Under Packing

Optional Competitions & Conventions: Going Without the Team (With Dream Duffel's Weekender Bag Review)

Dance Comp 101: A Parents Guide to Call Times, Levels, Divisions, Awards, and More!

Countdown To Competition: 1-2 Days Before Competition (Planning 2.0 Series)

Giveaway: How to Enter and Win!

Maximize Your Time: Planning and Prepping 1-2 Weeks Out From Dance Competition (Planning 2.0 Series)

Announcement! 2024 Updates for Two Dance Moms Podcast

Working Through Dance Team Drama: Q&A with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Elissa Hamlat

The Best Of 2023: Part 2

Parent Etiquette: Navigating Manners and Behavior in the Dance Competition World

Dancer Etiquette: Managing Manners, Etiquette, and Bad Behavior

Fundraising: Offset Costs for Your Dance Season

Winter Break: Balancing Family, Rest, & Training

The Best Of 2023: Part 1

Holidays: Team Parties, Winter Performances, Bonding, Gifts, & More!

Bag Ladies: Reviewing Every Bag a Dance Mom Needs to Stay Organized at Competition

Professional Dance: From Studio Dancer to NFL Cheerleader with Taylor Mulloney

Halloween Special: Dance Mom Nightmares & Spooky Stories

Conflict Resolution: Dealing with Difficult Situations, Featuring Dr. Elissa Hamlat

Injuries: Physically and Mentally Parenting Your Dancer Through Injuries

Accessories & Tools: What to Buy and What to Avoid

Solos: The Who, What, Where, When, and Why Behind Solos!

Dance Binder: Tips to Organize, Sort, and Store All Your Dance Details

Planning 2.0 - What to Buy, Book, & Plan Leading into Competition Season

Budget: Spend Your Money with Intention

Two Dance Mom's Podcast Season 2!

Revisiting Season 1: Updates & Answered Questions

Auditioning for Team: Moving from Recreation Classes to Team & Tips for Audition Day

Planning Your Off Season: Deciding Between Rest, Intensives, Cross-training, Private Lessons & More!

Smells Like Team Spirit! Making the Most of Spirit Week & Team Bonding

Dance Parenting Through Ages & Stages, Part 2: Perks & Challenges of Teens & Seniors

Dance Parenting Through Ages & Stages, Part 1: Perks & Challenges of Minis & Juniors

Family Values: Aligning the Competition Dance World and Your Families Values

Conventions: Thriving in Auditions & Classes while also Competing.

Q&A : Awkward Topics All Dance Parents Deal With

Winning & Losing: Parenting Through the Emotional Highs & Lows of Competition

Hair, Makeup, & Skincare: Tips and Products for Application and Skincare Recovery.

Costumes: Catalog, Custom, & How to Care for Them All!

Hotel Hacks: Savings and Tips for Staying at Hotels During a Dance Competition.

Preparing For Dance Competitions: Best Practices to Get You & Your Dancer Ready

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