JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance Podcast

15/01/2025

Welcome back JAM FAM! New episode out! With a new year & new season Michelle and Joe catch up and discuss many topics with a focus on OPPORTUNITY. How to create it and what it can do for yourself and one another.

30/08/2024

We could have spoken to Chasta Hamilton all day...so let's call this Part 1. If you don't know Chasta, have no fear - JAM dance podcast is here to make the introduction. In this episode Joe, Michelle, and Chasta discuss dancer ROI, trashing the trophies, and so much more to hold up the integrity in our dance community. Thanks for joining us, Chasta - we already can't wait for Part 2!

29/08/2024

Caylie was such a delight to talk with. We chatted it up about so many topics, especially making it (and continuing to make it) in the dance & theatre industry. Caylie has a very smart outlook and understanding of this business and we are grateful to her for sharing! Be sure to check out her episode anywhere you listen to podcasts. Thanks for JAM-ing with us Caylie!

28/07/2024

THROWBACK!! We are taking it back to our earliest episode with Sheila Barker!!! We are beginning to re-release past favorite episodes to help some of our new JAM FAM members find some hidden gems. Enjoy! :)

02/07/2024

We are so glad that Laura Ward-Moran joined us on the pod this week! We loved chatting more about the business side of our industry and how you don't need to be a "starving artist". You'll definitely want to take a listen as this episode has lots of gems! Be sure to leave a like and comment and don't forget to give us a review!

01/07/2024

Where can you find us? In the CLUB! Joe and Michelle discuss how summer dance has changed, dancer and dance teacher burn out, and the good old days at the club! Don't miss out and enjoy this mid-season episode!

17/06/2024

Let's JAM with Connor Schwantes! In this episode, Connor chats with us about what it means to be a good choreographer in the dance industry, his experience as a performer, and so much more.. He has experience performing nationally/internationally on cruise ships and lots of work in NYC. He's currently on faculty at AMDA, and makes shows and new pieces of art under Karla Puno Garcia. Thanks for sharing your insight

This episode is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience. For more information, go to: https://thrivedanceexperience.com/

07/06/2024

Let's JAM with Jenny Oehlwein! Jenny is involved in many avenues of dance including: educating, the competition circuit, directing and installing casts for cruise ships, and performing in musicals such as The Bodyguard, Legally Blonde, and Broadway Bares! Today, Jenny chats with us about finding your place in the dance community and advocating for yourself as an artist. Thanks for all of the great insight Jenny!

23/05/2024

This week on the pod is Patrick Cook! Patrick's experience in the dance industry is packed with all things commercial dance. From La La Land to Taylor Swift to many award shows, he joined us to share his experience, knowledge, and many stories.
Be sure to listen, comment, and review! Love ya, JAM FAM!

06/05/2024

LAST JAM OF SEASON 8! Joe and Michelle are wrap up this season by discussing some parts of dance that are overlooked. How do we treat our mental health? What is realistic pay for dancers? How do we balance fun and challenge at competitions for our students? The role and responsibility of dance dictators and more! Listen to this episode to find some helpful tips to navigate these challenges!

16/04/2024

Today's JAM session is with Miranda Spada! In this episode Miranda chats with Joe and Michelle about her experiences as an adjudicator and the benefits of competitive dance that we sometimes overlook. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us, Miranda!

Our episode today is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience! For more information, go to: https://thrivedanceexperience.com/


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12/04/2024

We recently had a JAM session with Angela Cole! Angela's Instagram has provided tons of great content including teaching concepts, educational knowledge, and thoughtful inspiration to a large following. If you aren't yet, be sure to follow her: .

In this episode, Joe and Michelle talk with Angela about finding balance between our dance/social life and some great tips to help dance teachers for structuring class to create an exciting and respectable environment. Thanks for chatting with us, Angela!

This episode is proudly sponsored by the LEAP Program. For more information, go to:
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/academics/liberal-arts/leap


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09/04/2024

JAM with Kosha Dolan!! This week Joe and Michelle will be chatting with Kosha Dolan about her teaching experience and what she has learned overtime as a studio owner. Kosha is the owner of Dance Unleashed in Pittsburgh PA; she tells us about being a business owner at a young age and starting out small to take her to the next step in her dance education career. Thank you for sharing your stories and knowledge with the JAM Fam, Kosha!

This episode is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience

29/03/2024

SPOTLIGHT EPISODE!! Aidan Nettles; she is an assistant professor for dance at The University of Alabama. In this episode, she discusses with Joe and Michelle the opportunities of their dance program and the benefits of exploring dance at a collegiate level. Thank you, Aidan Nettles, for bringing us new perspectives into furthering our dance education!

For more information on the Dance Program at The University of Alabama, please visit Dance.ua.edu.
This episode is proudly sponsored by Thrive Dance Experience. For more information go to: https://thrivedanceexperience.com/

24/03/2024

JAM with Lee Daniel! In this episode, Joe and Michelle talk with Lee about hip hop dance, his experience as a professional dancer on tour with Jason Derulo, Usher, Carrie Underwood and more! We also deep dive into the world of auditioning and making ourselves versatile for the future. A big thank you to Lee for takin the time to sit down and chat with us!

This episode is proudly sponsored by The LEAP Program. For more information go to:
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/academics/liberal-arts/The LEAP Program

11/03/2024

And she's BACK! We are so excited for the return of the one and only, Rachelle Rak!. In this episode we talk about her new venture in theater, dance conventions, her fabulous song and all things Sass! Thank you for making time for us Rachelle and we couldn't be happier for you!

Jam Fam, we hope you enjoy our follow up episode with Broadway veteran, Rachelle Rak!

This episode is proudly sponsored by The LEAP Program. For more information go to:
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/academics/liberal-arts/leap

04/03/2024

100 Episodes! We released our 100th episode today and we can't thank you enough Jam Fam! Thank you for listening, sharing, liking and sharing with your friends. Thank you to our incredible guests that we've had over 8 seasons, that share their knowledge, passion and life with us.

We have had an absolute blast creating this podcast and look forward to 100 more!

‎Show JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance Podcast, Ep JAM 100th Episode Celebration with Joe and Michelle - Mar 4, 2024

27/02/2024

SPOTLIGHT EPISODE ALERT! Andrew Pearson, Assistant Director of the LEAP Program at St. Mary's College of CA joined us on the podcast and we were just fascinated with the unique opportunities that this program provides to dance industry professionals. Thank you Andrew for the insightful and enjoyable conversation!

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Episode Sponsor: Thrive Dance Experience