In this episode, Elisha unpacks issues around what kids are taught in schools, the mental health provision that exists in them and harmful things that we can avoid passing on to our future children, including gender stereotypes and body shaming. She also takes on your questions so keep sending them in via our instagram and email below!

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In this episode, Elisha chats to her good friend and performer India Murray about her experiences in the industry and the abuse she has received and how we should stop this. Elisha also tackles your questions about managing your money as a performer, talking about budgeting and saving effectively while working multiple jobs and juggling lots of expenses like dance classes and equipment. 

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In this episode, Elisha sits down with choreographer and dancer Jenny Stranburg to discuss her time and her work in the commercial dance industry and how that differs from the industry as a whole. She also unpacks her time teaching at magnetic studios during lockdown and how we can be treated better in the industry.

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In this episode, Elisha follows on from last weeks episodes, diving deeper into finding the best job in the performing arts industry, drawing on her experiences and talking about well-know events, as well as diving into the details on Equity contracts. She also has a look at your questions, so keep sending them in!

Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18eHK_7w82zr9loqwnggLeL8NJLt22cuMV2Kk8_9dqAU/edit?usp=share_link 

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The amazing performer Alim Jadavji opens up about his experiences in entering the industry from a low-income background and as someone who is hard-of-hearing - and why diversity is often overlooked as a multi-faceted concept. He chats to Elisha about his work in Panto this year alongside why he believes if that actors playing roles which aren't true to them, should turn them down. 

Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jYNS1CnQtYBH5OFxjNXhHeqQojILkRa_vAGQY78iTRg/edit?usp=share_link

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In this episode, Elisha unpacks the difficult topic of grief, sharing her experiences and sharing her solutions to deal with it. She discusses and evaluates the 5 stages of grief - arguing how it may not be relevant for all - as we all grieve and experience loss differently. We're back next Sunday for a lush new interview... 

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Your eyes and ears into the performing arts industry, Elisha Smith dives into one of her favourite topics of how to resolve persistent issues like discrimination, industry and exploitation in the industry and is joined by Kiera Brunton, professional dancer and performer, including her time at Emil Dale, her work in ballroom dance and movie musicals, to discuss. It's an issue we are proud to explore for our first episode of Season 2 and stay tuned on our socials for what's coming this season!

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Shhhhhh!!!! Don't tell anyone (oh, wait yes do!) Season 2 is coming and your safe space to heal and share your emotions is back. We're unpacking some important issues this season, so give the trailer a listen and joins us on Sunday 5th Feb for your first episode of season 2!

Love you all!

Elisha xx

You won’t believe it, but it’s our 13th and final episode and in our season finale we recap our best moments, discuss what is coming in 2023 for season 2 and listen to some of our blooper moments. You also hear from the editor and producer George (that’s me!) on my favourite moments. 

We want to thank you all for listening this season and wish you a happy new year. See you all in January 2023 for another season, packed full of interviews and deep dive topics. Don’t forget to keep sending in your questions, which Elisha will answer in 2023! Over the Christmas break, check our socials below to keep updated and for some bonus bits!

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