Community Time – Détails, épisodes et analyse

💖 How well do you really know your body? In this episode of Community Time, Dr. Jess Kennard, a gynecologic oncologist, joins Jami Stigliano to break down the science of women’s health, heart health, and self-advocacy. From finding the right doctor to understanding the warning signs of heart disease, this episode is packed with must-know insights for taking charge of your health.

🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ Why heart disease is the #1 cause of death for women—and what you can do about it.

✔️ The early warning signs of heart issues that many women overlook.

✔️ How to find a doctor you actually trust and advocate for your own health.

✔️ The essential health tests every woman should be getting (and when to start).

✔️ The truth about body stress, hormones, and how they impact overall health.

✔️ How movement—like DivaDance, DanceRx, and strength training—helps keep your heart strong.

👩‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Jess Kennard

• Instagram: @dr.jesskennard

🔥 Are you ready to be part of a movement that inspires confidence and builds community? Don’t miss this season, which is packed with inspiration, value, and actionable insights! Listen now and visit DivaDance Inspire and Build to join the journey.

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What does it take to go from DivaDance member to franchise owner? In this inspiring episode of Community Time, Jami Stigliano sits down with Shannon Davies (DivaDance Northern Virginia) and Emily Bujnowski (DivaDance Jersey City/Hoboken) to talk about confidence, body positivity, and creating inclusive spaces in dance.

💡 What You’ll Learn From This Episode:

• How Shannon and Emily went from first-time dancers to franchise owners.
• The power of representation in the dance world and why visibility matters.
• Breaking down body image myths and embracing body neutrality.
• How to navigate health, fitness, and movement on your own terms.
• The importance of creating inclusive, accessible spaces for everyone in dance.

✨ Special Insights:

Shannon and Emily open up about their personal journeys, how dance changed their confidence, and why DivaDance will never level classes—because everybody belongs on the dance floor. They also discuss Health at Every Size, body autonomy, and why movement should always be life-enhancing and joyful.

🌟 Get Involved:

Join the Inspire & Build movement on our Instagram Broadcast Channel and at DivaDance Inspire and Build and become part of a judgment-free, confidence-boosting dance community!

📌 Guest Links:

• Shannon Davies – Co-Owner, DivaDance Northern Virginia
• Instagram: @divadancenova
• Emily Bujnowski – Owner, DivaDance Jersey City/Hoboken
• Instagram: @divadancejerseycityhoboken
• Health at Every Size

Are you ready to be part of a movement that inspires confidence and builds community? Don’t miss this season, which is packed with inspiration, value, and actionable insights! Listen now and visit DivaDance Inspire and Build to join the journey.

Start your journey with Hers here.

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In this episode, we're joined by Nadea from Florida Suncoast, a standout participant in our recently launched Mentorship Program. This initiative allows franchise owners to nominate emerging leaders from their staff for a unique six-week mentorship experience, aimed at developing leadership skills and fostering community. Nadea's exceptional dedication was evident throughout the program, and in this episode, she'll share her journey and the impact of the mentorship. Tune in for an insightful conversation on leadership, mentorship, and community building.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Franki Whitney, a DivaDance D.C. instructor with a powerful story. She shares her experience founding a nonprofit, offering practical advice and insights for anyone considering the same path. Franki also opens up about a personal loss and how the DivaDance community’s support helped her through this challenging time. This episode not only illuminates the healing power of dance but also underscores the importance of community. Tune in for an honest conversation that’s both insightful and inspiring.

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Special Guest Host Trey Maxwell chats with Cesar Phillips as we celebrate Pride month with two of our favorite community members. They agreed the only appropriate title for this episode is 'Gays Who Slay' - as they talk about what DivaDance has done for them and how our community creates space for each of them to live their best lives.

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On today's episode of Community Time, we explore the power of human connections and the benefits of being part of a supportive community like DivaDance®. Our guest, Leah Maieski from DivaDance® Jacksonville, opens up about her own journey through infertility and how she has been a source of help and inspiration for others facing similar challenges.

Nominated by a fellow DivaDance® community member, Leah embodies the spirit of support and connection that extends far beyond the dance studio. Alongside her personal story, we'll also discuss how Leah manages to balance her passions and career as she works towards becoming one of the top real estate agents in Florida. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, community, and the value of connecting with others through shared experiences.

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On this episode of Community Time, we talk about the heartbeat of DivaDance, our class experience.

We have two awesome guests. First up is Samantha Amaral, who leads our instructor development team and has taught over 500 DivaDance classes (that's a lot of hair tossing and booty popping!) You'll hear about her life before DivaDance - something about being a bell pepper 😲 as well as touring with Sesame Street Live 🤯!

Next is Shekena "Sapphire" Dallis from our Sandy Springs, Georgia community. She'll share her journey from taking her very DivaDance first class to becoming an instructor with us, where we have watched her transform from Shekena into Sapphire!

And check out Jami's all-time favorite classes she's ever taught, Eve "Tamborine." Find out why this routine is so special:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDjuK2Kwbbo

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We're wrapping up Black History Month with a recap of our Racial Justice workshop facilitated by Sarah Schoper. We're digging into our nap sack to discuss topics like privilege and representation in DivaDance. Find more Racial Justice resources.

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It takes a special someone to love a BossBabe 24/7. On this special Valentine's Day episode we'll hear from Mario and Cassie Coleman, co-owners of DivaDance Northwest Arkansas. Cassie takes us through her journey of becoming a Franchise owner, and Mario drops some gems on how to love a BossBabe!

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From The Joffrey Ballet to working with Todrick & Madonna, learn more about DaJuan Harris from our DivaDance® NYC community as we kick off Black History Month. We'll hear about their daily routine as a freelance creative, how they navigate auditions, and we learn the two must-knows for dancers (especially white ones!) who listen to and are influenced by Black artists.

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