🎧 Podcast created by dancers, for dancers🎙️

Hosts: Jocelyn, Kristyn & Kailey

💜 Presented by KAR Productions

Season 6, Episode 1 kicks off the 2026 season as we recap Rainbow Seattle and Rainbow Redondo Beach, while spotlighting KAR dancers we saw take the stage at UDA Nationals, the SUPER BOWL of Dance.

KAR dancers we saw at UDA Nationals 2026:

⭐️ Skylee Varner from Cincinnati Bearcats (The Talent Planet Alum)

⭐️ Berlynn from Ohio State (OCPAA Alum)

⭐️ Kairi from SDSU (Triple Threat Performing Arts Alum)

⭐️ Reese Gabram from University of Tennessee (Centerstage, Ohio Alum)

⭐️ Kylie Schwab from LSU (Republic Edge Alum)

⭐️ Kharter Turk from UNLV (KAST Academy Alum)

⭐️ Erma Thompson from UNLV (Talent Factory Alum)

⭐️ Hannah Colin from Texas Tech (DanceWorks Alum)

Jocelyn Wearing:Tia Bee Collection Brielle’s “I Can Do Hard Things” Sweatshirt:https://shop.tiabee.org/products/brielle-s-i-can-do-hard-things-sweatshirt

Mentions:

Soul Dancers Conference July 28–30, 2026 Hollywood, Florida

https://rheegold.com/soul-dancer-conference-2026/

DanceLife Teacher ConferenceJuly 31–August 2, 2026 Hollywood, Florida

https://rheegold.com/dancelife-teacher-conference-2026/

Refresh Dance Tourhttps://refreshdance.com/Rainbow Dance Competitionhttps://rainbowdance.com/

Industry Dance Awards - benefiting DAC

https://www.industrydanceawards.com/

Dancers Against Cancer (DAC)https://www.imadanceragainstcancer.org/

0:00 Intro

00:48 IDA Nominees

03:07 RB Seattle

06:07 RB Redondo Beach

15:58 UDA Nationals

17:30 KAR Dancers at UDA

37:17 Refresh Dance Tour

38:34 Gold DanceLife

40:00 Thank You

Join Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey for this Special Playback episode presented by KAR celebrating Rainbow Dance Competition 2025 Season 💖From heartfelt moments to routines that took off across social media, these performances truly won our hearts 🧡👀 Watch closely, and see who you recognize! Tell us in the comments 💖🧡💛00:00 Rainbow 2025 Recap 00:17 Solos01:28 Duets and Trios02:23 Jazz03:32 Lyrical04:42 Tap05:54 Musical Theater07:04 Contemporary08:17 Hip-Hop09:30 Super Lines (Mega Groups)10:42 Productions11:21 2025 Most Viewed Performances12:46 Thank You For Watching!Rainbow Dance Competition: https://rainbowdance.com/

Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey are back breaking down the 2025 @ultradancetour and the performances that stood out all season. ⚡️Press play, see who you recognize, and drop it in the comments! 👀00:00 Ultra 2025 Recap00:18 Solos 01:37 Duets and Trios 02:50 Jazz 04:09 Lyrical 05:27 Tap 06:47 Musical Theater 08:05 Contemporary 09:18 Hip-Hop 10:31 Mega Groups 11:43 Productions 12:41 Most Viewed Performances14:06 Closing Remarks​Ultra Dance Tour: https://ultradancetour.com/

⭐️ Watch closely to see who’s featured: it just might be someone you know 👀From solos to full productions, this episode is the ultimate rewind of the 2025 KAR competition season 💫On this Playback Podcast recap, hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey break down the 2025 KAR season by dance genre:0:00 KAR Recap0:18 Solos1:19 Duets and Trios2:31 Jazz3:49 Lyrical5:07 Tap6:27 Musical Theater7:37 Contemporary8:50 Hip-Hop10:04 Super Lines11:15 Productions12:21 2025 Most Viewed Performances: 13:46 Subscribe to KARtvWatch the full episode, spot the dancers, and tag them in the comments when you see them. Let’s celebrate everything that made 2025 unforgettable!

⭐️ Watch closely to see who’s featured: it just might be someone you know 👀From solos to full productions, this episode is the ultimate rewind of the 2025 KAR competition season 💫On this Playback Podcast recap, hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Kailey break down the 2025 KAR season by dance genre:0:00 KAR Recap0:18 Solos1:19 Duets and Trios2:31 Jazz3:49 Lyrical5:07 Tap6:27 Musical Theater7:37 Contemporary8:50 Hip-Hop10:04 Super Lines11:15 Productions12:21 2025 Most Viewed Performances: 13:46 Subscribe to KARtvWatch the full episode, spot the dancers, and tag them in the comments when you see them. Let’s celebrate everything that made 2025 unforgettable!

Welcome back to the Playback Podcast! 🎬

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Hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and our brand-new co-host Kailey close out the season with a full recap of our BIGGEST KAR Convention tour ever—three crews, three trucks, an expanded faculty, and a massive LED wall that elevated every single weekend. 🙌✨We’re talking favorite moments, Protege Program highlights, NYC adventures, and a behind-the-scenes look at how dancers can audition for Protege+ or Elite Protege at the 2026 Hollywood Dance Experience.🔥

SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

Kicked off in Anaheim with our Protege Meet & GreetBiggest tour in KAR Convention historyOver 400 Protege Performer Winners heading into 2026Took our Elite Proteges to Six: The Musical on Broadway NYC Times Square Content ChallengeA spontaneous celebrity moment—Proteges ran into singer Ciera filming a music video in Times Square! 🎤✨SO many industry opportunities: our Proteges are the dancers who really want to work in the industry.🌟

FACULTY GROWTH + EXCITING NEWS

We’re incredibly proud of how much our faculty grew this season, both on tour and in their careers. Many booked incredible commercial + Broadway jobs, and we celebrate and support every single one of those opportunities.

Special shoutout:Ciara Hines: who started as a Protege, officially joined our faculty this season and taught her own classes. 💛👏👏

2025 KAR CONVENTION FACULTY

Alex Kessinger

Britney Hall

Caley Carr

Ciara Hines

Turk

Gabe De Guzman

George Lawrence

Gisele Silva

Joe Joe Grooves

Julian Stokes

Karli Dinardo

Ki'Leigh Williams

Kristin Farina

Lonni Olson

Madeline Underwood

Patrick Cook

Rachael Markarian

Rob Rich

Ryan Vettel

Ryann Alvarez

Sloan-Taylor Rabinor

Sydney Moss

Tyne Stecklein

Will Simmons

Protege Director: Nancy O’Mera🎓

Interested in becoming a Protege?You can audition for Protege+ or Elite Protege by attending:👉 Hollywood Dance Experience: Summer 2026

This is your chance to train with our faculty, be seen, and experience our unforgettable opportunities.

https://hdedance.com/

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We’re back with Episode 9 of the Playback Podcast! 🎙️✨ Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia are diving into another weekend full of next-level performances, creative choreography, and unforgettable moments from across KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra!From standout solos to powerful group routines, this episode is packed with everything we love about comp season — talent, passion, and jaw-dropping creativity. 💃🔥💬 What performance blew you away this weekend? Drop your favorite moment in the comments!📢 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell so you never miss a Playback drop!#PlaybackPodcast #KARExclusive #RainbowComp #UltraDance #DanceCompetition #SlayTheStage #DanceFam #DancersAgainstCancer#DANCEKAR​#KIDSARTISTICREVUE​ #DANCE​✰SUBSCRIBE AND TURN ON OUR POST NOTIFICATIONS✰✰SIGN UP FOR COMPETITION✰ www.dancekar.com✰ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!✰✔︎INSTAGRAM (@dancekar) ►   / ​​  ✔︎TIKTOK (@dancekar) ►  / dancekar​​  ✔︎FACEBOOK ►   / ​​  

🎙️✨ Hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia dive into recent performances from KAR, Rainbow Comp & Ultra Dance Tour in Portland, Syracuse, and Long Island, spotlighting routines that left judges and audiences speechless.From a contemporary twist on a hip-hop hit to a Taylor Swift number featuring cardboard boxes, this week’s choreography was bold, fresh, and unforgettable. Plus, the new Portland venue setup had finals energy with LED walls and a built-in stage 👏🔥🔹 Episode Highlights:‘369, Mr. Morale’ by Rising Stars Dance Academy – A genre-bending performance that redefined contemporary.Olivia Candio from North Shore – A Rainbow Long Island standout & former KAR protege leveling up!Broadway Bound’s ‘Welcome to the Stage’ – A meta masterpiece that used judges’ commentary as part of the choreo!Dance Arts Center’s Taylor Swift-themed routine – Yes, with cardboard boxes. Dancers Against Cancer Updates – Including the exclusive Brian Friedman Masterclass!🎁 This episode is full of energy, artistry, and heart—don’t miss it.💬 Which performance or concept inspired you the most? Let us know in the comments!📢 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode! Tag us in your favorite competition moments!

👀 EASTER EGG ALERT! 🎁 There’s a hidden giveaway in this episode! Listen closely for a special word you’ll need to comment below for your chance to WIN A PRIZE! The Playback Podcast is back with another must-watch episode! 🎙️✨ Join hosts Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia as they break down the most jaw-dropping performances from recent KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra competitions! This week, it’s all about control, precision, and next-level choreography—plus some of the most daring props we’ve ever seen! 😱🔥🔹 Inside this episode:Act 172 ‘Kintsugi’ from Expression Dance Studio – A dynamic hip-hop routine with insane musicality and technique! 🏆Zoe from JDI Dance Company’s ‘The Chain’ – Unbelievable control and maturity beyond her years.Jack Schofield’s ‘Bird Girl’ solo, choreographed by Sofia Lucia – Breathtaking technique and emotional depth.Noah from KAR Chicago – A performance full of energy, joy, and passion for dance!Emerson’s tap solo ‘Ain’t Got You’ – First overall with flawless execution—no tap mics needed! 🔥Standout Groups: Royal Nova’s ‘Holy Fools,’ Move by Morale’s ‘Crimea River,’ and Elite Academy of Dance’s ‘Decades’ with next-level synchronization and power.INSANE Props & Concepts! 🛞🔥 From dancers balancing on a moving wheel to mind-blowing stage setups, these choreographers took creativity to a whole new level!💬 Which performance had the most insane prop or concept? Let us know in the comments! And don’t forget to drop the secret word to enter the giveaway! 👇📢 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Playback Podcast!

This episode of the Playback Podcast is one you can’t miss! 🎙️✨ We sit down with the incredibly talented Jaden Barba to talk about his journey, career highlights, and what’s next for this rising dance star! 💃🔥But that’s not all… our entire team CRIED at competition. 😭💔 What happened? Jocelyn, Kristyn, and Olivia break down the performance that left everyone in tears and why it was one of the most powerful moments of the season.Plus, we’re covering the standout performances from recent competitions that completely blew us away! From jaw-dropping solos to unforgettable group routines, this season is already delivering national-level talent.🔹 Inside this episode:

• An exclusive interview with Jaden Barba – his dance journey, biggest inspirations & future goals.
• The performance that had judges, dancers & our entire team in tears.

• The routines that dominated the stage and set the bar for the season.

Standout moments from KAR, Rainbow, and Ultra that left us speechless.💬 Who do you want to see on the Playback Podcast? Who should we interview next? Drop your suggestions in the comments! 👇👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!