The CMeShine Dance Podcast

In this episode I speak with Cherie Rucker, Mental Health Clinician and owner of Comprehensive Counseling Center in Grand Rapids Michigan, and she joins us with her sons! We discuss the affect that social media can have on our mental health and emotional well being. AND she shares with us her strategy of the "Social Media Bubble".

In this episode, we hear from Lauren and Leah about their companies Dance Studio to Go and Little Swan Dance. They share some awesome information about how their Dance Curriculum for little dancers helps they grow a love and a passion for dance as well as develop skills that will help them outside of dance class as well!

In this episode you will hear stories about Terry Gillan's life as an Irish Dancer, teacher and studio owner. He tells us why he is so passionate about this amazing art form and how he keeps his students focused and engaged.

In this episode, I speak with Allison Sinisgalli about the power of essential oils for dancers, dance parents, and everyone else. This episode is so much fun!

In this episode I speak with Courtney Darsa, MS, RD, CDN, CDE. She is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator based in Manhattan. We talk about some really interesting stuff like intuitive eating, healthy at every size and how to expand your palette! 

In this episode we hear from Chloe, whose drive and determination got her to where she wanted to be...studying and performing at her home studio, The Ohman School of Ballet as well as American Ballet Theater.

In this episode I speak with Erin Pascarella. She tells us about her experiences as a professional dancer and her transition to dance teacher. Then she gives us the scoop on how she encourages and motivates kids to be their best inside and outside of the studio.

In this episode I sit with Morgan and Jillian. They have been shining stars in the beta testing process so I thought it would be fun to talk to them about dance and their favorite features of the CMeShine App!

In this episode I interview Ava! A dancer from Lopresti Dance Theatre on Long Island who just graduated high school and is beginning her next chapter. She tells how dance has helped make her the strong and confident young woman she is today! Hear about her journey to becoming a member of a collegiate level dance team! 

Here is the second part of my conversation with Drs. Dina a Rick Rosa. It's packed with interesting information and practical tips for helping your kids get back to the activities they love.

Hi Friends! In this episode I share part 1 of a 2 part interview with Dina and Rick Rosa from The Accessible Beltway Clinics in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. In this interview we get stared with a conversation about a holistic approach to preventing and recovering from injury. 

In this episode, I interview Jess Michaels from the Wingman Program where they do "team building and trust-building activities, inspiring empathetic, courageous and inclusive young leaders."

In this episode, my friend and fellow dance mom, Kim DiStefano opens up about her apprehension about becoming a dance mom and her miraculous turn around. Now she even dies her hair purple (her daughter's team color) during comp season!

In this episode I spend some time talking with my daughters about life in quarantine.