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Listen up! Talking Pointes, the podcast that shines a light on life in dance and the performing arts, is back for a fourth season. This season we focus on health— we'll be talking about injury recovery, the psychology of returning to the stage, about body image, disordered eating, and mental health. Our guests include doctors, dancers, physiotherapists, and more. We are so excited for you to join us for this incredible season! Launches on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
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Talking Pointes
Claudia Lawson, Fjord Review · Arts & Books · English
The podcast that shines a light on life in the performing arts. Talking Pointes explores the lives and careers of superstar dancers, artistic directors and choreographers, discussing everything from confidence and body image, to auditions, sexuality, bullying and navigating retirement.
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