Salome Rivas is a superstar who does it all, from acting to singing and dancing. She is just an absolute joy to see perform on the stage and her big talent definitely matches up to her big dreams. Salome tells us what she wants to be when she grows up and gives a special shoutout to everyone listening. Thanks for listening and keep on Believing!

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In this conversation with Stevie, she talks about becoming a Rockette, some helpful hints when auditioning for the Radio City Music Hall: Christmas Spectacular, and what has been rewarding about pursuing dance as a career. Thanks for listening and keep on Believing!

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In today’s episode, I was able to speak with a cherished judge for the Star Dance Alliance, Frankie Morgan. He tells us what he loves about the dance world and the highlights of growing up dancing. He also tells us all about judging, what he looks for once a dancer steps onto the stage, what ‘Golden Buzzer Worthy” means to him, and what it is like being moved out of your seat to give that Golden Buzzer moment. Thanks for listening!

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Hunter knew dance was his path for as long as he can remember. When he attended AMDA in New York City, he was able to train and kick start his career, performing in music videos, companies, Broadway and aboard various cruise lines, where his talents were able to take him all around the world. In this conversation with Hunter, he tells us a little bit about the judging process. He also dives into his life as a dancer, all dance has given him and how it has shaped who he is as a person. Hunter was living and performing in Los Angeles, up until recently, when life has taken him to New York City, where the possibilities are truly endless. Thanks for listening! This episode is brought to you by Believe National Talent Competition, the Star Dance Alliance, and DanceOne.

Over the summer, and during the National Tour, I was able to have a conversation with one of the judges for Believe, Dre DiLorenzo. Dre is a former competitive dancer, with technical training, she had success at a young age, performing as Clara in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular Tour, featuring the Rockettes. Dre talks about what it is like having the opportunity to perform with the Radio City Rockettes at such a young age. We also find out what it was like to transition from ballet to dance team when performing with the Miami Dolphins. We also get a peek into the judging mindset and of course what comes next for a performer returning to New York City. Thanks for listening- don't forget to like, follow and subscribe! This episode is brought to you by Believe National Talent Competition, The Star Dance Alliance and DanceOne - the largest holding company for dance brands in the world.

Following the Dance Force: Opening Number rehearsal at Believe Nationals, Jasmine (Miss Jazzy B!) sat down with me to talk about her life in the dance world, and what inspired her to fight for her spot in the industry. Jasmine has performed in countless music videos, tv shows, live performances and various ad campaigns. Her dedication to dance allowed her to perform with stars like Kelly Rowland, Meghan Trainor, Leann Rimes, and dance on shows such as, All American: Homecoming, Ellen Show and Good Trouble. As not only a performer, but a choreographer too, she has been able to collaborate with various brands and celebrities. During this conversation, she offers a shift in mindset when stepping foot into an audition room and how it has helped her. As always we talk a little bit about dance competitions, and how dance has changed her life. This episode is brought to you by- Believe National Talent Competition, The Star Dance Alliance and DanceOne- the largest holding company for dance brands in the world. Thanks for listening!

This summer, we were lucky enough to have a conversation with Hailey Willis - who choreographed the Dance Force opening number at Believe Nationals. Hailey has had a unique experience starting with the Ohio State Dance Team and then transforming with Tribe 99 - a dance company which helps connect dancers and coaches from around the world. She gives all of us some tips and tricks to think about when going into an audition room, and tells us how dance has changed her life. Thanks for listening!

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This summer, Olivia Taylor was able to stop by Believe Nationals and help out backstage. Olivia was crowned Miss Believe last year in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and she attended the very first Nationals where the unbelievable Golden Buzzers were handed out. She received a Buzzer for not only her solo but her group dances too. We get to hear about her experience going from competitive dancing to college dance team and what her dreams and aspirations are for the future. Thanks for listening!

Alijah Delgado was crowned Mr Petite World Dance in the 2023 season. In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit with Alijah while his team competed at Believe Nationals. He tells us all there is to know about winning and competing in the World Dance Pageant, as well as what he is looking forward to when he gets to attend the World Dance Pageant again this year. He also tells us some of his highlights from his visit to New York City, and of course, the big dreams he has for the future. Thanks for listening!

In the first official episode of Just a Little Bit of Dance, Aaron Smyth joins us to chat just before teaching a master class at Believe Nationals. He talks about where dance has taken him from around the world to the big screen. We discover how he landed an iconic role in a Disney film and what has helped him throughout his dance career. As a judge, we are able to understand his process when scoring, and what he thinks makes a 'golden buzzer worthy' routine.

Aaron will be joining the Dancer Palooza faculty this summer, where he will be teaching ballet in the sunny Los Angeles, CA.