Best Healthy Dancer Podcasts (2025)

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A Meaningful Talk with Dr. Julie Schreiner, Adolescent Psychiatric Specialist in Eating Disorders 34:07

6d ago34:07

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As a nurse practitioner, Dr. Schreiner has primarily practiced in pediatric/adolescent health and has specialized in the mental health care of children and adolescents. Dr. Schreiner continues her passion for education via her teaching and mentoring for nurse practitioner students from around the country and currently guest lectures at UCLA’s Schoo…

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A conversation with Nancy Dobbs Owen....Her dance career and the trajectory of the dance industry 52:58

19d ago52:58

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Nancy Dobbs Owen has performed throughout the United States, with both ballet and modern companies and then as a ballerina and a Meg cover in the National Tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Regional theater includes productions at American Musical Theatre of San Jose, The Magic Theater, 42nd St. Moon, and Berkeley Opera. LA the…

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Rachel Fine, RD.... Joins TuTu Thin for a Conversation about her Work with Dancers and how to Nourish Their Bodies for Peak Performance 45:12

1M ago45:12

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Rachel Fine is a board-certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with advanced certifications in Eating Disorders (CEDS-C), Sports Nutrition (CSSD), and Intuitive Eating. Rachel founded To The Pointe Nutrition in 2013, and built The Healthy Dancer® curriculum with the mission to provide credible nutrition education to all dancers, including dance…

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Following the Dance Steps of Raul Machorro from Dancer to Choreographer and Beyond 41:42

2M ago41:42

41:42

Raul Machorro shares his story from a young child with no dance experience to The High School of Performing Arts in Houston to The Houston Ballet and on to Los Angeles as a dancer. His story is compelling and one that shows to never Raul loves sharing his passion for fitness and dance with everyone he meets! He's a master teacher for Equinox and ha…

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In Search of Compassion and Spirituality…… Dr Terry Eagan and Beata Lundeen, CSD 51:17

2M ago51:17

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Terry V. Eagan, M.D. is a prominent Beverly Hills psychiatrist, founder and CEO of Eagan Medical Group, LLC., a thriving mental health practice treating over 2000 patients annually. His private patients have included leaders in industry, politics, and performers from television, music and film, many of whom have been at the extremes of celebrity. D…

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Kim Clavel: Knockout Knowledge from a World Boxing Champion 1:08:08

2M ago1:08:08

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Kim Clavel may be small, but she is mighty. Kim has fought many battles, both in and out of the boxing ring, and has worked tirelessly to make her dreams a reality. After an impressive amateur career, Kim took the leap and gave up her career as a nurse to become a professional boxer. It was risky, but it was worth it, because of all of the lessons …

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Lauren Gaul Shares her Transition from Radio City Rockette to Associate Professor of The Sands College of Performing Arts at Pace University 48:47

3M ago48:47

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Lauren Gaul has a multifaceted professional career performing as a Radio City Rockette for over 10 years appearing in the national touring company and on the great stage at Radio City Music Hall. She was also a Rockette swing for three years and worked under the direction of; Linda Haberman, Julie Branam, Dennis Callahan, Becky Downing, and Eileen …

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Maggie Felmann talks about her work as an Animal Activist Rescuing Animals in the LA Fires and her work as a Recovery Coach..... When you Recover, Anything is Possible 37:25

3M ago37:25

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When you recover, you can do almost anything… ✨ Join us as we welcome Maggie Felmann to the TuTu Thin Podcast! Maggie, an Eating Disorder Coach and passionate animal advocate, shares her incredible journey—from battling an unforgiving eating disorder to rescuing animals during the LA fires and helping others heal. Growing up as a young artist in We…

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We are Enough as Dancers...... A Candid Talk with Dr. Ines Pinto and Choreographer Isira Makuloluwe 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Professor Inês Pinto, MD, Ph.D., is a renowned Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist from Portugal and one of only three specialists in her field in the country to hold a Ph.D. She graduated from Porto Medical School in 2008 at the age of 23, having entered the program at just 17. Alongside her medical career, Inês has a background in classical ballet,…

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Traditions for the Holidays 10:59

4M ago10:59

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In this episode I explore holiday traditions that I have enjoyed. Traditions are important in eating disorder recovery because they replace the rituals. What are your favorite holiday traditions? We will resume podcasts on January 10th. Happy Holidays to everyone and Thank you for listening. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please c…

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Learning in the Digital Age: Transparency, Trust, and Technology in Schools with Rich Nye 53:32

4M ago53:32

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Rich Nye (Senior Advisor of Education to Governor Cox) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to talk about how his education experience growing up helped shape his passion for pursuing education as a career, the profound impact that teachers can have on students and their academic goals, and how the Information Age is evolving education at a quicker r…

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Talking with Dr. Susan Mayes and Dr. Beth Shelton regarding the The Australian Ballet and their Body Image and Disordered Eating Guidelines 52:44

5M ago52:44

52:44

An in depth conversation about the guidelines recently created by the Australian Ballet regarding body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders. Dr beth Shelton and Dr Susan Mayes were instrumental in the development of the guidelines. I am excited to have you hear their process of educating different departments within The Australian Ballet.…

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Responsibility, Connection, and Community with Stephen Cohen 24:59

5M ago24:59

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Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, joins news and broadcasting pioneer Stephen Cohen on the Responsibility Matter podcast this week to share her journey from growing up on a ranch in Mount Pleasant to becoming a champion for community connection and responsibility. Abby then reflects on lessons from her childhood, the significance of modeling positive be…

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Steven Melendez, Artistic Director of New York Theatre Ballet and the subject of the movie "Lift" shares his Journey from Homeless Shelter to Dancer 40:37

5M ago40:37

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Steven Melendez was born in New York City in 1986 and began his ballet training as part of the LIFT Scholarship Program at Ballet School New York at the age of seven while living in a New York City homeless shelter. Later, he studied at the School of American Ballet and attended summer programs with the San Francisco Ballet Academy, Houston Ballet …

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A Candid Talk with Yasi Ansari, Registered Dietitian and Specialist in Sports Dietetics 40:15

6M ago40:15

40:15

Yasi Ansari is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics based in Los Angeles, CA. She is the owner of Yasi Ansari Nutrition, LLC a consulting practice specializing in nutrition for athletic performance and nutrition therapy for eating disorders/disordered eating. She helps competitive athletes and performing …

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Regaining Control of Our Digital Lives and Taking Back Our Data with Dr. Tomicah Tillemann 50:01

6M ago50:01

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Dr. Tomicah Tillemann (President of Project Liberty) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to discuss the breakdown of institutions in our society, fears that the United States won’t be a trusted global partner due to conflicts within the country, and how Project Liberty is focused on helping people regain control of their digital lives. We also dive …

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Meet Brett and Jenny from The Ballet Help Desk 51:56

6M ago51:56

51:56

It was so great to have Jenny and Brett on as guests from The Ballet Help Desk. They are two moms who spent years trying to figure out how to support their dancing kids. From the competition circuit to ballet training to their professional careers, we stumbled along trying to support our kids in the best way we knew how. After several years on this…

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Finding Purpose Through Service with Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski from Girls Talk Healthy Aging 1:04:10

6M ago1:04:10

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Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, recently had the opportunity to appear on the Girls Talk Healthy Aging podcast with hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski. We enjoyed the conversation so much that we wanted to share it here! We dove into the balance of taking care of family while making a meaningful impact across Utah and Abby's profound responsibility t…

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Meet Elizabeth Eckhoff, former professional dancer and owner of The Dance Company in Fairfield, Ohio 49:57

7M ago49:57

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Elizabeth Eckhoff received her early dance training as a student of Nellie Lou Downie in Fairfield, Ohio. She went on to study at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Miami University in Oxford, in New York City, and on the national convention circuit before establishing a career as a performer and choreographer. She served as Dance Captain and As…

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From Dancer with Cirque de Soleil to Eating Disorder Coach with Marcia Moreno Littman 41:33

7M ago41:33

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Marcia Moreno Littman started dancing at the age of four and was instantly in love! Excelling in tap, hip hop, ballet, and contemporary, she became a professional dancer at age 15 and won the title of Miss Dance International for the United States in 2000. Marcia has danced in many shows including “The Fashionistas”, Cirque Du Soleil’s “Zumanity”, …

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The Story Behind “BlindSighted,” the Latest Book by Rich Christiansen 43:31

7M ago43:31

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Rich and Gaye Christiansen join Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to discuss Rich's new book, BlindSighted. The book documents Rich’s journey of identity, faith, and healing and his being shaken to his core at the age of 54 after he learned that he was one of the first donor-conceived children. Then Rich opens up about meeting family members from the si…

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Advice for Dancers, Parents and Dance Teachers for a New Dance Season 13:43

7M ago13:43

13:43

Educate yourself on language and areas of concern as we begin a new season of dance. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us through www.dawntheodore.com www.tututhin.com IG @tutu_thin Facebook @tututhin Twitter @tututhin Thank you to Matt Miller @ Smacky Media GroupBy Dawn Smith-Theodore, MA, MFT, CEDS

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Empowering Children in Our Communities Through Young Caring For Our Young with Tami Olsen 45:19

8M ago45:19

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Tami Olsen (Recruiting and Foundation Director for the Young Automotive Group) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to discuss Young Caring For Our Young, the charitable group of the Young Automotive Group, and how the foundation is tackling issues related to clothing, hunger, literacy, and teen homelessness. We also explore how the foundation is hel…

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A Candid talk with Chloe Angyal about her book "Turning Pointe.....How a New Generation of Dancers is Saving Ballet from Itself' 42:06

8M ago42:06

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Chloe Angyal is the author of Turning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers Is Saving Ballet From Itself, which was the result of years of reporting on gender and power in American ballet. Her writing about ballet has appeared in Jezebel, HuffPost, and the Washington Post, and has been quoted in the New York Times. She is also the author of two r…

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Celebrating the Utah Division of Arts and Museums’ 125th Anniversary with Vicki Bourns and Ben Steele 44:40

8M ago44:40

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Vicki Bourns (Director of the Utah Division of Arts and Museums) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to remember Alice Merrill Horne, an innovative Utah artist and politician who helped establish a state arts organization and a state collection of artwork in 1899, and how the Utah Division of Arts and Museums helps care for art throughout the state.…

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The Olympics.... How to be a Healthy Dancer and Athlete in Mind, Body and Spirit 10:49

8M ago10:49

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As the Olympics comes to an end and we begin to look toward 2028 in Los Angeles, my town…… I want to express my gratitude to all the athletes who have worked so hard to achieve their dreams. It takes years of dedication and hard work to be able to make it to the Olympics and athletes and dancers cannot do it alone. It takes support from coaches, lo…

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From Ballet to Baseball .... an in depth Interview with Ballerina Roni Mahler I 43:35

9M ago43:35

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Roni Mahler is a former ballerina who was trained by the renowned Madame Maria Yurieva Swoboda. Ms. Mahler performed principal roles with American Ballet Theatre and the National Ballet of Washington (D.C.), after beginning her career in her teens with the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. For over three decades, Roni was the Artistic Associate of Denni…

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Reigniting Your Passion and Purpose as Teachers 36:36

9M ago36:36

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In this episode of our Educator Well-Being series, the hosts are joined by Milton Collins, principal of Lincoln Elementary in the Granite School District in the Salt Lake City region of Utah. Milton is having tremendous success in his school from students’ academic success to teacher happiness, thriving, and retention. He credits "leading from the …

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Dancers Without Limits is Helping Students with Intellectual Disabilities Find Their Love for Dance with Ava Leavitt 42:04

9M ago42:04

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Ava Leavitt joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to discuss how vital dancing has been throughout her life, how she’s navigated some of the most complex challenges she’s faced in high school, and her solution to how teenagers negatively engage with social media. Then, Ava shares how losing her identity inspired her to create Dancers Without Limits, a…

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Philip Kim: Breakdancing Wizard Prepares for Paris 2024 1:11:04

9M ago1:11:04

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Philip Kim, also known as Phil Wizard, is a breakdancing extraordinaire. From an awkward start at school dances, to discovering breakdancing on the streets of Vancouver, Phil has gone all in on his craft and has become the top-ranked breaker in the world. Phil made history as the first ever breaker to win the Pan American Games in 2023 following mu…

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Social Media, Conformity and the impacts on Dancers and Eating Disorders 19:49

9M ago19:49

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Social Media and conformity to sociocultural norms and messages about diet culture and body image can have a negative impact on dancer's psychological perspective on risk factors such as body image dissatisfaction, perfectionism, critical thoughts and cognitive distortions. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us through …

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Special Olympics and Unified Sports are Helping the Classroom be More Inclusive with Dr. Jackie Jodl 56:40

9M ago56:40

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Dr. Jackie Jodl (Chief of Global Youth and Education of Global Youth and Education at Special Olympics) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to talk about how fundamental education has been throughout her life, how her education journey has shaped her career, and the impact that Legg–Calvé–Perthes disease had on her life growing up. Then, we discuss …

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Marlon Reis on Building Relationships with Other First Spouses and the Joys of Connecting with Coloradans 40:03

10M ago40:03

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Sarah Allred (Director of First Lady Initiatives) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to talk about this year’s Teacher’s Conference, how the National Governors Association (NGA) is helping build relationships with fellow First Spouses throughout the country, and how those connections are used to share ideas and tackle issues collectively in each st…

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Declaration of Independence from your Eating Disorder 9:20

10M ago9:20

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As we approach our 248th birthday for the United States, I like to look at the Declaration of Independence and why we separated from Great Britain. They wanted to separate from Great Britain for the right of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness. For those struggling with an eating disorder, think about your declaration of independence from yo…

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How Kathy Searle and Raise the Future are Connecting Youth with Families 42:50

10M ago42:50

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Kathy Searle, LCSW (Vice President of Utah Programs at Raise the Future), joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to discuss her experiences with adoption and how they have shaped her work today in helping to find families for children in foster care. We also talk about the need to provide support to adoptive families, how adoptive families have to navi…

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Interview with Keira Leverton, choreographer of Choreo Records Tap Company 40:35

10M ago40:35

40:35

Keira Anne Leverton Director of Tap Program, Director, Contemporary Youth Tap Ensemble CompanyKeira Anne Leverton received her early tap training from her tap teacher Terry Wolter, and her grandfather, Buster Cooper. Later she sought the training of Acia Gray in Austin, Barbara Phillips in San Antonio, and Jay Fagan in Chicago. Much of her exposure…

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Connecting Communities Through Magnify Utah with Nubia Peña and Claudia Loayza 47:54

11M ago47:54

47:54

Nubia Peña (Governor Senior Advisor & Director for the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs) and Claudia Loayza (Planning Policy and Engagement Coordinator) join Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to talk about how their respective backgrounds influenced them to serve others, how multicultural communities have made Utah stronger, and ways that we can b…

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#DisagreeBetter Nashville - Panel Discussion on Healthier Conversations 47:18

11M ago47:18

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Utah First Lady Abby Cox led a discussion with Michelle Sobel (Unify America), David McCullough (American Exchange Project), and Sarah Igo (Vanderbilt University) on how we can help students develop conversation skills. Learn more about the Disagree Better Initiative at: https://www.nga.org/disagree-better/ You can also read about the conversation …

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The "F"s of Perfectionism 12:24

11M ago12:24

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Being "perfect" means getting straight "A's." I challenge you to get the "f's" in your life. Listen to how the "f"s can enhance your life and help you find balance. As a dancer, we are always striving for perfectionism and balance. Don't be afraid to let the "f's" in your life. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us thro…

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Show Up for Summer Service Fair with Tania, Sarah, and Amanda 28:15

11M ago28:15

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Tania Hansen (Deputy Director of First Lady Initiatives) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox this week and we talk about her background, her passion for helping others, and some of Tania’s favorite events so far that she’s had while on the team. Then Sarah Allred (Director of First Lady Initiatives) and Amanda Millerberg (Show Up Board Member) join t…

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Social Media and Its Impact on Youth Mental Health with Aimee Winder Newton 44:17

11M ago44:17

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Aimee Winder Newton (Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and Director of the Office of Families) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox to talk about becoming the first director for the new Office of Families, the Office of Families’ emphasis on strengthening families so children have better outcomes, and Aimee’s efforts in protecting our youth from the harm…

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May Is Mental Health Month 6:39

11M ago6:39

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Mental health is just as important as our physical health. If you are anyone you know if struggling with mental health, please reach out for help. There are many resources available for mental health. Text 988 for the Suicide hotline. You are not alone! Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us through www.dawntheodore.com …

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A Purposeful Priority: Conversations on Teacher Well-Being 58:32

12M ago58:32

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Teaching is one of the noblest professions, and the well-being of teachers is a critical component of student learning and overall community advancement. During this special podcast episode recorded at SXSW EDU 2024, hosts Dr. Stacey Ludwig Johnson and Abby Cox are joined by National University President & CEO Dr. Mark Milliron, and Rady Children’s…

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The Joys of Creating Musical Connections Through Performance with Violinist Aubree Oliverson 48:37

12M ago48:37

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Aubree Oliverson (Violinist) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox to share her earliest memories of growing up playing violin, some of her favorite teachers who made an impact on Aubree’s success, and moving away to Los Angeles at fifteen years old to pursue violon. Aubree also talks about being one of this year’s Governor’s Mansion Artist Award recip…

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Enhancing Connections & Fostering Positive Disagreements with S4K Talks 52:20

12M ago52:20

52:20

The original version of this episode can be found at https://stand4kind.podbean.com/. In this in-depth exchange, Utah's First Lady Abby Cox, Candy Olandt, and Maggon Osmond discuss the essence and urgency of education. Abby Cox, a pillar for educators and a special education background holder, gives riveting insights into the discernment needed at …

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A Candid Talk with Delaney Wilder, Pro Bowl NFL Cheerleader and Dancer 35:46

12M ago35:46

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I am so excited to have Delaney Wilder on the podcast. Delaney is a 7x NFL Cheerleader and currently the Head Captain of the Cincinnati Ben-Gal Cheerleaders. She has represented the Ben-Gals on 2 oversea military tours, was elected 2022 Pro Bowl Cheerleader by her teammates and has cheered on the world's biggest stage - the Super Bowl. Delaney is a…

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Mia Mormino talks about Her Journey to Follow her Dream 47:02

1y ago47:02

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Mia Mormino is more than just a pop star in the making. Look a little closer, past the Los Angeles native's massive pop anthems, tens of millions of streams and views, sold-out live shows, and you'll find what every artist hopes for but few ever achieve: authenticity. What cuts through most in Mia's impossibly catchy and heartfelt music is a singul…

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A Candid talk with registered Dietitian and NFL Cheerleader, Ashley Martinez, owner of Nutrition for Cheerleaders 38:57

1y ago38:57

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Ashley Anna Martinez, MFN, RDN, LD is a Chef, Dietitian, and 3 x Professional Cheerleader for the Cincinnati Bengals. Her food philosophy is simple, "All foods fit". She has helped many dancers and professional cheerleaders reach their highest performance potential by providing her expertise in culinary and nutrition. Ashley has been dancing since …

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Understand and Master Emotional Intelligence with Meikel Reece 50:15

1y ago50:15

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Meikel Reece (Emotional & Relational Intelligence Consultant & Utah Influencer), joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox to talk about how social justice was a fundamental aspect of her home growing up in Provo, UT., her desire to fit in with a predominantly white community when she was younger while being biracial, and how she learned to belong and feel…

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An Inspirational Story From Obesity to Marathon Runner with Roger Wright...... An Inspiring Tale of Resilience and Determination 52:32

1y ago52:32

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Roger Wright was morbidly obese his entire life, eventually reaching 325 lbs by his late 40s. Having failed at 100s of diets, food plans, nutritionists, etc and was one signed form away from having gastric bypass surgery, he came up with a completely unpredictable and "impossible" plan that shocked his wife, his friends and even himself. Roger's fa…

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