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• Spotlight and Side Eye: Navigating Studio Drama

  Revelations from the studio before the world was watching.Kelly, Jill, and Melissa chat about the highs and lows of life at the studio before the cameras started rolling. They open up about how the studio once felt like an extended family and how that dynamic began to shift when favoritism and fame came into play.What do you do when your child is favored over another? How did they navigate the jealousy, rumors, and mom-to-mom tension? And why did some families decide to walk away when the show started filming?They also dive into a hot topic in the dance community: Lululemon’s controversial decision to remove dancers from their athlete discount program. What message does that send about how society views dancers?And finally, the big question: Was dance a cult? The moms explore their intense loyalty, emotional investment, and the control Abby seemed to have over their lives.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show!Hey everyone! We want to hear from you! To make sure we’re delivering the content you love and shaping the show in the best way possible, we’ve put together a super quick survey. It’ll only take a few minutes, and your feedback will help us make the show even better. Whether you’ve been listening from the start or just discovered us, your opinion matters. http://bit.ly/deardancemom-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Glitter in the Carry-On: Travel Stories from the Dance Moms Days

  In this episode, Jill and Melissa take a trip down memory lane as they reminisce about the whirlwind days of traveling for dance competitions during their time on Dance Moms. From chaotic airport runs to unforgettable hotel moments, they reveal what life was really like on the road — and whether the girls actually enjoyed all the travel. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, favorite memories, and a few travel mishaps that never made it to TV.Plus, Jill shares an exciting update about Kendall, who just participated in the LIV Golf event in Chicago — and absolutely loved it! Could a future in golf be calling her name? Tune in for all the laughs, stories, and heartfelt moments.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show!Hey everyone! We want to hear from you! To make sure we’re delivering the content you love and shaping the show in the best way possible, we’ve put together a super quick survey. It’ll only take a few minutes, and your feedback will help us make the show even better. Whether you’ve been listening from the start or just discovered us, your opinion matters. http://bit.ly/deardancemom-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Dear Future Dance Moms: Our Advice

  What does it take to survive and thrive in the competitive dance world? From backstage meltdowns to studio politics, Melissa and Jill share some of their hard-earned advice and what they wish they knew before joining the wild world of dance.While Kelly is still getting some much needed rest, Jill and Melissa catch up. Melissa got a home pilates reformer and is sharing how she stays active. Jill is looking forward to a visit with Riley and is super proud of how her garden is coming along.How did they feel about their girls having to wear makeup at such a young age? Did it bother them that it made them appear much older than they were? Tune in to find out this and more!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Melissa & Jill: Duo Mode (Get Well Soon, Kelly!)

  Jill and Melissa sit down for a catch up while Kelly takes a much-needed break to recover.Jill got a bronze medal in her recent pickleball competition and shares a new documentary that she is obsessed with. Melissa or "Sporty Spice" got a Hume scale and ordered a pilates reformer. She also ordered a dog treadmill for Ivy's training. They talk about their favorite holidays and much more!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show!Hey everyone! We want to hear from you! To make sure we’re delivering the content you love and shaping the show in the best way possible, we’ve put together a super quick survey. It’ll only take a few minutes, and your feedback will help us make the show even better. Whether you’ve been listening from the start or just discovered us, your opinion matters. http://bit.ly/deardancemom-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Reality: After Reality TV

  The moms talk about the emotional rollercoaster of transitioning from reality TV to reality. Was it hard to adjust?They also open up about their frustrations over what the show could have been and how much more it could have honored their kids' journeys. They share what it’s been like to watch their children grow up beyond the spotlight, exploring new paths and becoming their own people.Kelly gets candid about her daughter Brooke—how, no matter how old she gets, Brooke will always be her baby. And yes, even now, the thought of her getting married feels way too soon.Did they go into a Dance Moms film day with a strategy in mind? Tune in for this and so much more!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show!Hey everyone! We want to hear from you! To make sure we’re delivering the content you love and shaping the show in the best way possible, we’ve put together a super quick survey. It’ll only take a few minutes, and your feedback will help us make the show even better. Whether you’ve been listening from the start or just discovered us, your opinion matters. http://bit.ly/deardancemom-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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