Meg Talks - The MWM Irish Dance Podcast

In this episode, Megan explores the themes of vulnerability, emotional regulation, and personal growth through her experiences in Irish dance and therapy. She discusses the impact of emotional responses during competitions, the importance of boundaries, and the role of parents in supporting their dancers. Megan emphasises the need for authenticity and awareness in the dance community, aiming to create a supportive environment for dancers and their families.

Talking Points:

00:20 - Introduction to Vulnerability and Authenticity

02:50 - The Impact of Emotional Responses in Dance

05:08 - Personal Growth Through Therapy

09:37 - Boundaries and Emotional Independence

17:35 - The Role of Parents in Emotional Regulation

24:39 - Lessons from Competition and Emotional Expression

29:50 - Creating a Supportive Community for Dancers

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In this BRAND NEW series, Mindset Matters, Meg is joined by MWM Mindset Coach Annabelle to discuss all things Mindset for Irish Dancers. 

In this first episode we discuss 3 main topics when it comes to heading back to Feis season, diving deep into: 

CONFIDENCE

COMPARISON 

PREPARATION

We leave you with an actionable step to takeway and put in place for each of these topics and little nuggets of gold tucked in throughout the episode for you to find too. 

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 On today’s podcast episode of Meg Talks, Meg talks to MWM Parent and MNU Certified Nutritionist, Ciara Murtagh.

Ciara has two gorgeous dancing girls, danced herself and is a qualified Nutritionist and Pharmacist. She really knows what she's talking about from the professional and parental angle which makes for a really great listen.

Ciara gives actionable steps to supporting your dancer through their nutrition, without making it too complicated - Bitesize steps some might say.

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On today’s episode of Meg Talks, Meg welcomes former dancer, Physical Therapist and creator of Stabillasox; BJay Ryan!

As a father of 4 dancers, an ex dancer himself and a Physical Therapist, BJay truly understands the impact Irish Dancing has on a dancers body and the importance of looking after your body. He has used this knowledge and his wealth of experience to develop a supportive poodle sock, Stabillasox. 

They Talk About:

01:54 – How did BJay Ryan become a Physical Therapist?

04:24 – What are the key things he experienced as a Dancer himself?

10:29 -  Dancers know their body

12:20 – Injury and Mindset

15:46 –  As a Physical Therapist, what are the common things BJay sees as Irish Dancers grow?

18:43 – What are the 5 most common injuries?

23:00 – Foot and Ankle injuries

26:30 – What made BJay Ryan create Stabillasox?

32:27 – If Dancer’s were to wear these socks consistently, how would it help them to improve?

38:23 – What are 3 things Dancers can do to reduce the negative impact Irish Dancing has on their bodies?

41:41 – The importance of a warm-up

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In this episode of Meg Talks, she speaks to the knowledgeable author, speaker and performance coach, Sean Connolly! They discuss lots of important points and we find out a bit about what Sean does.

They Discuss:

00:55 - What does Sean do?

04:26 - Mind and body connection  

08:55  - When passion becomes an obsession

11:45 - The importance of dance teachers knowing their students and how they work

15:11 -  Burnout

19:35 -  The start of Sean’s workshops

22:39 - We all get a bit stuck with nerves anxiety

24:33 - How has Sean seen dancing change?

25:32  - Dancers are tough!

27:40 - Dancers learn skills that help them to be successful in life

35:56 - It’s hard to track the progress of mindset/mental health

50:49 - Sean’s workshops

57:45 - What is the first practical step a dancer should take?

1:03:00 - Tell someone when you’re struggling mentally

1:03:58 - What is next for Sean Connolly?

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In this episode of Meg Talk's, Meg goes solo as she tell us about her time at the British Nationals. From watching you guys dance, to hiding teddy bears around the venue; both Meg and Annabelle had a blast!

Meg Talks About:

3:00 – Not dancing but still attending the British Nationals

4:22 – How the Gold Club helps parents

6:00 – Meg Talk’s Podcast helping dancers around the world

7:30 – The reason Meg attends these competitions

10:30 – Meg and Annabelle’s fun activities at the British Nationals!

12:25 – Dancers being unrecognisable when all dressed up

14:45 – Adventures of Coco the Bear

15:20 – Effort vs Performance

18:50 – Move Like a Champion Mini course

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In this episode, Meg talks to her very first 1:1 dancer from when she first started; Mia Harris! They have been supporting each other for 6 years now and have had the pleasure of watching each other grow. Luckily for Mia, she even had the opportunity to spend a week doing her work experience with Move with Meg...and it’s not what she expected!

They Talk About:

0:59 -  How Mia got into Irish dancing

2:00 -  Navigating competitive friendships

3:35 – How Mia first found Move with Meg

6:00 – Meg and Mia talking about their time together

7:29 – How Meg’s coaching/training and knowledge has changed over the years

10:55 – How Mia’s relationship with Meg has helped her through the last 6 years

13:25 – Dancer’s and their feelings

19:12 – How Mia balances dancing around her biggest school years

28:10 – Mia’s work experience at Move with Meg

30:57 – Why you should do the Free MWM Move Like A Champion Mini Course according to Mia

34:28 -  The best piece of advice Mia has been given

40:00 – What is Mia’s advice for other dancers

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In this episode, Meg talks to a very special guest, Owen Luebbers!

Owen is a World Champion and Irish dancing phenomenon, who has also been recently featured in the Irish dancing magazine. We talk about his move from the US to Ireland and the difference in his training. As well as being a successful dancer, Owen likes to write songs in his spare time and we discuss his artistic ways in the episode. Don't miss this one.

They Talk about:

01:09 – The start of Owen's Irish dancing journey and how he got into it

03:09 – Dancing in Ireland vs the US

10:00 – Resting and the expectation of ourselves in classes

12:30 – Staying confident with your ability, especially on the days you're not feeling up to it

17:31 – Owen and his peers as competitors 

20:12 – Competitive friendships in general

21:25 – Competitive spirit/fueling the fire within you

22:50 – Teacher’s and the importance of them knowing you

25:03 – Owen on being a World Champion

28:22 – Social media and Irish dancing

34:24 – Owen and his song writing

36:10 – Dancing having a bigger impact on you than you may think

41:41 – What does the future hold for Owen?

46:29 – The best advice Owen has ever been given...

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In this episode, Meg talks to Irish dancer and 7-time World champion Blanaid O’Neill!

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In this episode, Meg talks to Irish dancer Maddy Stucki, who came 5th in the All Irelands and 3rd in the Worlds!

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