Dance Careers: Unfiltered
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Boosting your Mental Skills will actually Boost your Career. Here's Why. -- with Dr. Chelsea Pierotti & Kirsten Kemp
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guests are Dr. Chelsea Pierotti and Kirsten kemp. Both Chelsea and Kirtsen help dancers with mental skills to improve their performance and ...
Ask and you shall receive: Self-advocacy and leadership -- with Riley Groot
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is the ever so talented professional dancer @RileyGroot. You may have just seen her dancing next to Katy Perry in her Las Vegas reside...
How to incorporate Strength Training for your Dancers -- with @trainwithKendall
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kendall Baab is a personal trainer for dancers and dance science educator based in Los Angeles. I met Kendall online actually and I totally aligned wi...
Curious about the European Dance Scene? Listen to this. -- with Italy's Fortuna Picardi
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm thrilled to welcome my first international guest, Fortuna Picardi, from Italy. She is an Italian talent manager and dancer and started her ca...
A Dancer's Guide to Networking like a Boss -- with Mikey DellaVella
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is the effortlessly cool Mikey Dellavella. I know Mikey through his fiance Maryann Chavez and we're all faculty members for So...
Tips for Building a Smart + Sustainable Career -- with @thebrainyballerina Caitlin Sloan
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Todays guest is the lovely caitlin sloan, AKA @thebrainyballerina. You may have seen her popping up on your explore page every now and then with her p...
How to Pursue your Dance Career with Authenticity -- with Gerran Reese
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is @iamgerranReese dancer, choreographer, educator galore. I’ve known Gerran now for almost 15 years (!) through lots of different d...
Can You Do it All?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you make a sustainable living as a dancer?Will this work? Will I make it?What does the cheesecake factory have to do with my professional dance ca...
Conquering Audition + Performance Stress -- with Danscend's Michelle & Kristin
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guests are Kristin Deiss and Michelle Loucadoux from Danscend, the mental wellness company for dance educators and dancers. These 2 are no s...
Career Spotlight: Contemporary Dancers in LA with Michaela Moore + Nicole Hagen
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of dance in LA, you think commercial. But there is actually a pretty large community of contemporary dance companies in LA doing amazin...
Behind the Scenes of the LA Dance Industry -- with Yoe Apolinario (Dancer + Author)
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yoe Apolinario has danced for artists like Taylor Swift, Madonna, Usher, Cardi B and many more and is dishing it all in today's episode. She’s ...
5 Misconceptions about Professional Dancers: debunked
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've really done our job when people don't understand or realize the grit, blood, sweat and tears that go into sustaining a career in the a...
Balancing Artistry with Business as a Choreographer in someone else’s studio -- with Rachael Markarian
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael is a past guest on the podcast and is such a badass. Any kind of job you can think of as a dancer, she has done it - world tours, super bowl h...
Not getting feedback? Here's What to do Instead
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting cut and not understanding why? This episode will create a lot of clarity as to why you aren't getting that feedback we so crave as humans...
Ways to Hack your Instagram Game -- with Amy Leisner @a18media
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever asked yourself “What do I post??” or “How Often do I post??”, then this is the episode for you. Today’s guest, Amy Leisner,...
Career Spotlight: Universal Studios Performers Kate Coleman & Jolene Fisher
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Literally everything you need to know about being a Universal performer! This is the debut of a brand new episode type for the podcast: Career Spotlig...
Why putting yourself FIRST is paramount to your career -- with Charity Baroni
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Self-care isn't selfish. It's paramount. Charity Baroni joins me on the pod to discuss her prolific career as a dancer in LA (2 Taylor tours...
Paralyzed by Perfectionism? How to re-frame and re-claim your mindset
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You ever go to post something on social media and then start scrutinizing every minute detail.. and then eventually just give up and not post it at al...
The Art of Taking Class in LA -- with Miller Daurey @backtogreat
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tackling the nuances of filming in class, today I'm joined by Miller daurey, ex-pro dancer who quit at 19, returned to dance 25 years later and i...
Boundaries and how to determine if a Job is Worth it.
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's so hard saying no to work. But how do you determine if a job is right for you or not? It's complicated, and as freelance artists, we ar...
Submitting for Rep and not hearing back? Listen to this. -- with MTA's Jim Keith
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you caught last season’s premiere, then you know that Jim Keith (Owner, President, Sr. Agent at Movement Talent Agency in LA and NY) is as candid...
Season 3 Trailer
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yall. We back! It's time for Season 3. Please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss any episodes. Stay tuned :)Hey y&a...
How to set yourself up for Success in the Industry — with Antoine Troupe
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I couldn’t think of a better person to wrap up season 2 with. Antoine Troupe is SO motivational. He talks a lot about success: what that means to hi...
Secrets to Enjoying your Dance Career -- with Dance Professionals Nationwide (Adulting + Dance Part 2)
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm positively BEAMING listening and producing this episode. What a treat to have so much insight from people with vast and eclectic backgrounds ...
How to Get Untangled as a Creative Multi-Hyphenate -- with Galit Friedlander
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wear a lot of hats? Have a lot of different interests? Crave creativity in many mediums? This is the episode for you. Galit Friedlander (Prince...
Adulting + Dance: Moving Beyond the Stage and why its OK (part 1)
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I ran a dance careers survey last week and collected some data about peoples jobs in the dance world, and leave some insight about their experience. T...
The Realities of College Dance Programs -- with Julie Friedrich
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you go (or are you considering going) to college for dance? It's pretty cutthroat out there and my incredible guest, contemporary and ballet ...
In-Between Gigs? 10 Productive Ways to Spend your Downtime
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auditions have been slower here in LA. For a multitude of reasons. It has me reflecting and brainstorming productive and affordable ways to keep makin...
SAG/AFTRA Explained + former dance agent dishes ALL — with Janee Lynch
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m thrilled to bring you a conversation I had with my former agent, Janee Lynch, who is now a senior business executive for SAG/AFTRA in LA. Becaus...
The Lowdown on Industry Resumes
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bust our your notes app, I'm breaking down the basics to commercial dance resumes and a few most frequently asked questions. In this episode, you...
Curious about the NYC Dancer Journey? Listen to this. -- with Courtney Ortiz
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Super stoked to have the amazing Courtney Ortiz from Making the Impact Podcast join me for today's episode. She wears many hats in the industry a...
3 Hard Truths Every Professional Dancer Needs to Hear
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm diving deep in this episode to talk about the nuances of accepting certain realities we all face as dance professionals. Conquering perfectio...
What putting in the work in 2023 is all about — with Brandon Henschel
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Henschel is the current resident director for the new show Awakening at the Wynn in Las Vegas. This was an incredible conversation with an ind...
Dance Reels vs. Skill Clips: Which is Better?
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's get REEL: A topic that's near and dear to my heart. I've been working on promo content for dancers for over 10 years here in LA. ...
A Fresh (Life-Changing) Way to Approach Dance and Life — with Ali Phillips
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dances lessons are life lessons, right? My love for diving deep is fully realized in this episode with dance business coach Ali Phillips. I loveee goi...
Cultivating Community + Fostering Relationships in a Harsh Industry -- with Eliotte Nicole, Mackenzie Martin & Taylor Hansen
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited to have my dear friends (Eliotte Nicole, Mackenzie Martin, Taylor Hansen) of 10+ years in LA join me in this very special episode....
Conquering Industry Pressure -- with Jamal Wade
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Authenticity, kindness and integrity go a long way, right? Do you ever feel a pressure in the industry to act a certain way or be a particular kind of...
How to Evaluate a Dance Mentorship Program
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m sure you’ve noticed the influx of mentorship programs in the dance industry in the last couple years. Clearly, I’m not the exception. But I ...
Find your Creative Outlet in.. Podcasting? — with Krystle Frey of Pivot Ball Change
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does it seem like every dancer and their mother is starting up a podcast?Well, it might be true. And hi 🙋♀️ But for real - It’s been a rea...
Where Do I Even Start? Answering the 3 Most asked Questions from my DM's
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After 2+ years of running my business online, I've had the privilege of talking to hundreds of dancers about their most pressing issues. I wanted...
How to Turn Mistakes into Opportunities -- with Henrique Quos & Valentino Vladimirov (HQV2 Creative)
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you hear the word “no”? Do you use it as a fuel to keep going, or let it hold you back? Henrique and Valentino of HQV2 Creative ...
When to Switch Agents? Spilling the Tea on my Journey with LA Agencies
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Baring it ALL today: How I got startedHow I made some first moves on MySpace (!!)How I got my first agentWhat I did when I got dropped from an agentW...
You are your Own Business. Here's Why -- with Audra Allen
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by the positive and savvy Audra Allen from the Dance CEO Coach. If you've been feeling that itch to start a side hustle, mo...
5 Simple Tips to Boost your Digital Presence in 2023
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every January is the same song and dance. "New year, new you" they say. I personally think it's impossible to achieve a whole new you i...
Keeping it Fresh + Staying Present -- with Chonique Sneed
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chatting with Cho is always a breath of fresh air. First of all, she is the queen of analogies and dropped so many in this episode. It's always a...
2022 Remix: Fave Moments from Year 1
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I cannot believe a full year has gone by since I started DC:U. What started as an Instagram live series has transpired into one of my fave creative pr...
The Best Advice For Your Next Headshot Session -- with @Lnzyrosephoto
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsay Rosenberg is arguably one of THE top headshot photographers for dancers in Los Angeles. Not only did she come up in the dance industry (an age...
3 Signs you Crushed 2022
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does this even need a description?! I just want you to win. And I want you to recognize any win you've had this year, big or small. Listen in for...
The Industry Rollercoaster and How to Hang On -- with Michelle Elkin
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You name it, Michelle Elkin has done it. She has had her hand in almost all facets of the industry - TV, film, theatre, education, all of it. She live...
Ways to get Unstuck & Beat the Burnout
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I did a group coaching session and I really wanted to share the conversation. It was honest, open, and real - highlighting REAL LIFE dancer struggles ...
How to Play to your Strengths -- with Jenni Thommason
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So thrilled to sit down with Jenni Thomasson, Dance Captain (and more!) for the incredible Todrick Hall, on this week's episode. Like a lot of my...
What's a Rebrand (and How Much Will it Cost You?)
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Branding... One of my favorite topics and I'm breakin' it DOWN! If you're thinking about changing your look, or just curious about what...
So you Wanna be an Actor? -- with Rachael Markarian
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael's tenured career is quite impressive. But she is equally humble, eloquent, and kind. We talk a lot about:- how taking risks will drive yo...
6 ideas to get through Constant Rejection
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I had a lot of revelations myself while recording this episode. I truly feel like this is an important topic that doesn't get talked about often....
Finding your Niche in the Dance World -- with Cedric Dodd
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I can't hold back the giggles in this episode - Cedric just has so many positive vibes and one-liners that get me every time. While I've kno...
3 Ways Lack of Support is Holding You Back
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being an artist and a freelancer, can lead to a lot of time on the struggle bus. I recently had a revelation I wanted to share and dive deeper into: w...
The Truth about Casting - with Movement Talent Agency's Jim Keith
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Keith, Founder, President and Sr. Agent at Movement Talent Agency in LA has been my choreography agent for 10 years. This episode is a recording f...
Season 2: Trailer
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ok y'all. We're back! Welcome to Season 2 of Dance Careers: Unfiltered. This season I'm going to switch it up a bit. I'll still be...
The in's and Out's of Being an Assistant Choreographer -- with Kelly Allen
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meet the positive light that is Kelly Allen. With over 16 years in LA and 30+ tv/film credits under her belt, Kelly brings her wisdom and experience t...
Taking Stock of LA's Ecosystem -- with Emily Wanserski of JUMPSTART/LA
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's some people you just vibe with from the get-go, and Emily Wanserski is for sure one of those for me. We have super similar philosophies o...
A Step by Step to Finding Your Artistic Voice -- with Teresa Toogie Barcelo
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's super refreshing when you have an artist who creates work based on their genuine, innate belief system. Toogie talks to us about her unique ...
How to Monetize Your Skills Online - with Erin Pompa
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get into how dancers need to see themselves as a business! Erin Pride from the Dance Boss podcast is back with us to discuss how to take your dance...
GEN Z to the rescue! -- with We are Queens' Tal Kamin
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most of the guests I have on here are seasoned vets, so it was a breath of fresh air to welcome Tal Kamin as a super inspiring representative of GEN Z...
Your Ultimate Guide to Following your Artistry -- with Teddy Tedholm
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I could go on and on with Teddy! He makes me laugh quite a bit and beyond our (really awesome) jokes, we go beyond the surface to chat about the starv...
Don't wait.. Create - with Leah McKendrick
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you are in LA long enough, you get to see your friends do some pretty cool things. Leah McKendrick is one of those people for me. I started cho...
Humans first, Dancers 2nd: Creating Genuine Connections -- with Monika Felice Smith
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohh man I loved this conversation with Monika Felice Smith. She is such a positive light and we talk a lot about who we want to work with in the indus...
4 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Dance Career
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here goes nothing: today is my first solo episode. I want to document as much as I can about my journey - both the good and the bad. I want yall to kn...
Mindset over Matter: Techniques to Get you Audition Ready - with Michelle Loucadoux
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! We are getting all into mental wellness with our good friends at Danscend. We are talking about dealing with stress on the daily instead...
Leave your Expectations at the Door - with Kim Hale
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anything is possible at any age! Kim Hale does it all and is kicking butt! She is going after her dance career and social media in full force at a sop...
Making Yourself Invaluable in a Dance Company - with Caitlin Sloan
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Caitlin Sloan AKA the Brainy Ballerina. We discuss the difference and similarities between commercial and ballet company worlds...
Insta Tips: Why Done is better than Perfect - with Dr. Sandra Colton-Medici
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's get into the real methods behind social media. Dr. Sandra Colton Medici has done it all! She has performed with some big names in the indus...
A Balance of Hustle, Drive + Dreams - with John Sovec LMFT
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Y'all know I love speaking about the psychology behind the biz, too. The insightful John Sovec, who is a former dancer turned therapist, joins m...
The Power of Creating your Own Fate - with Maryann Chavez
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Life is for sure a crazy roller coaster ride. Especially the last 2 years. Today I'm joined by Maryann Chavez to discuss the importance of self...
Actionable Ways to ‘Speak Your Voice’ Online - with Erin Pompa
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The word of social media as a dancer has become an integral part of your portfolio. But, where do we start? Is it important to have the followers, t...
Why Tuning Out the Noise Will Reap Louder Results - with Mackenzie Martin
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am joined by the radiant light that is Mackenzie Martin who I've known for the better part of a decade. We are talking all things purpose...
Your First Step to Putting Your Well-Being First - with Michelle Loucadoux + Kristin Deiss of Danscend
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If there were ever an episode to get me super AMPED - this is the one! Maybe its because of my psychology degree background, or maybe because I'm...
Psst.. Dance Awards Won’t Make or Break You - with Addison Reed Holmes
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I am joined by Addison Reed Holmes AKA the "Salty Ballerina". We talk about her ballet journey, growing up in Texas an...
Tips for channeling your performance energy - with Janeeva Pettway
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been the underdog or lost motivation? I am joined by Janeeva Pettway, who you may see dancing behind Jason Derulo on stages across the...
Self Tapes: Love ‘em or Hate ‘em - with Jenna Doolittle
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jenna and I share a lot of the same philosophies when it comes to the biz - just from different sides of it. In this episode, we talk about the shifts...
Transitioning from Competition Dancer to Pro - with Alexis Rowland
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode I am joined by Alexis Rowland, former competition dancer turned professional. She is humble, super talented and oh so sweet - and no...
Hustling behind the scenes and why it matters - with Eliotte Nicole
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by talented performer Eliotte Nicole. Not only is she an incredible dancer with credits such as The Prom, Dancing with t...
How work ethic can book you the job - with G Madison
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are looking for motivation.. this is your episode. We are diving deep behind the drive and work ethic of a dancer with the impressive G Madison...
Trailer
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dance Careers: Unfiltered is a conversational dance podcast that focuses on what it really takes to make it in the dance industry. LA-based Choreograp...