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Backstage and Beyond

2 mums, 2 mics and too much going on!

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 8

The podcast that takes you behind the curtain and beyond the stage. Your hosts Jemma and Rio take you on a journey through all things dance, business, motherhood, challenges, successes, and the everyday moments in between. Expect honest conversations, plenty of laughs, BTS stories, and RELATABLE discussions abut balancing life both in and out the studio. Whether you're a dancer, dance parents, ex dancer, or simply love a good chat, there's something here for everyone. New episodes every week.

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Raising Teenage Girls.

Monday, July 27, 2026 • Duration 24:26

Teenage girls... where do we even begin? 😅

In this episode of Backstage & Beyond, we're joined by two incredible teenagers who give us an honest insight into what life is really like growing up today. We dive into the highs, the lows, the friendships, the pressures, and everything in between.

From confidence and body image to the huge impact of social media, we explore how this generation is navigating a world that's constantly online. As parents, are we getting it right? What do teenagers wish we understood? And how different is growing up now compared to when we were their age?

This is a real, open and unfiltered conversation that every parent of a teenager, or future teenager, needs to hear.

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Mums VS Heat

Monday, July 20, 2026 • Duration 20:20

The temperatures rising... but so are our stress levels!

This week on backstage & Beyond, we're chatting all about surviving parenthood in a heatwave. From entertaining the kids when its too hot to move, sleepless nights, melting mums and tying to keep everyone cool without loosing your sanity.

Join us as we share our own hilarious experiences, relatable moments and a few survival tips for getting through the summer with little ones.

Grab an iced coffee, find some shade and tune in now.

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Ex Dancer Becomes Dance Mum.

Sunday, July 12, 2026 • Duration 22:36

This week, we’re joined by Sydney Royce a former dancer turned dance mum for a refreshingly honest conversation about life on the other side of the studio.

We dive into what it’s really like being the parent of a dancer, from the endless commitments and emotional highs to the pressures and sacrifices that often go unseen. Sydney shares how dance shaped her as a performer and how those experiences now influence the way she supports her own child.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of the dance world, discussing the different cultures within dance schools, the challenges families can face, and the realities that aren’t often talked about. It’s an open, unfiltered conversation that every dance parent and anyone curious about the world behind the costumes and competitions will relate to.

If you’ve ever wondered what really happens beyond the stage, this episode is for you.

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Why is your child not progressing?

Monday, July 6, 2026 • Duration 16:40

Why do some children seem to progress so quickly in dance while others take a little longer? In Episode 5 of Backstage and Beyond, we put our dance teacher hats back on and dive into the world of dance technique, development, and progression. We explore the many factors that influence a dancer's growth from physical development and consistency to mindset, training habits, and individual learning styles. Whether you're wondering why your child has plateaued or simply want to better understand their dance journey, this episode offers honest insights, practical advice, and reassurance that every dancer progresses at their own pace. A must-listen for all the dance mums supporting their child's passion for dance.

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Elsies Eye Army

Monday, June 29, 2026 • Duration 41:36

In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by special guest Hayley Steinbech, founder of Elsie’s Eye Army.

Hayley shares her family’s journey of raising her daughter, Elsie, who is blind, and opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and resilience they’ve experienced along the way. From navigating everyday life to creating a community of support through Elsie’s Eye Army, her story is one of strength, hope, and determination.

This is a must-listen for parents, families, and anyone wanting to better understand the realities of raising a blind child. Hayley’s passion and positivity are truly inspiring, and we’re so grateful she shared her story with us.

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to like, follow, and share!

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Passion VS Profit

Episode 3

Monday, June 22, 2026 • Duration 21:10

In this episode, we’re giving you a real insight into what goes on behind the scenes of running a dance business, the messy parts that people don’t always see.

Everything comes at a cost, and while many assume it’s all about making money, our goal has never been greed. It’s about turning our passion into reality, creating opportunities, and building a sustainable career doing what we love most.

Join us as we talk honestly about the challenges, sacrifices, and decisions that come with balancing passion and profit.

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Lets Talks Competitions...

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 13:00

Dance comps... We love them, we dread them, and somehow keep coming back for me!

In this episode of Backstage & Beyond, we're diving into the wonderful world of dance competition, the highs, the lows and all of the chaos in between.

From early starts and forgotten costumes to backstage meltdowns, emergency sewing kits, endless junk food, and the emotional rollercoaster of competition day, we’re sharing what really goes on behind the scenes.

As dance teachers, we’re also talking about our values when it comes to competitions, what we hope our dancers gain from the experience, and why winning isn’t always the most important part of the journey.

We’ll discuss the pressure, the friendships, the life lessons, the proud moments, and the chaos that every dance parent, teacher, and competitor will recognise.

Whether you’re a seasoned dance mum, a competition veteran, or completely new to the dance world, join us for an honest, funny, and relatable chat about the reality of competition life.

🎙️ Grab your energy drink, your emergency safety pins, and let’s talk competitions!

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Who are we?

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 16:30

We know, you are probably thinking... who are these two randoms starting a podcast?

Well, that's exactly why we are here. We are all on a journey in one aspect or another.

In our very first episode of Backstage & Beyond, we're taking you back to the beginning and sharing a little about who we are, how we got into the dance world, how our paths crossed, and the journey that has brought us up to where we are today.

From our earliest dance memories to running dance schools, juggling family life, and everything in between, we're opening up about the experiences, challenges, and funny moments that have shaped us along the way.

This podcast isn't just about dance, its about the people behind it. So before we take you Backstage & Beyond, we thought it was only fair that you got to know us first.

Grab a cuppa, get comfortable, and join us as we share our story.

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