Leave It On The Dance Floor

This week, the one and only Kira Girard joins the podcast to catch up with Abby and Michael, spilling the tea on how she and Kalani first made it onto Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition and later secured their spot on Dance Moms. Kira opens up about her and Kalani’s special relationship with Abby over the years and how it has grown far beyond the studio.

From Kalani’s incredible wedding and all the behind the scenes stories that made the day unforgettable, to the journey that led Kira from an Arizona mom to one of the most memorable personalities on Dance Moms, this episode is packed with laughs, memories, and plenty of tea.

Kira also spills behind the scenes secrets from both Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition and Dance Moms, sharing what it was really like auditioning for AUDC, meeting Abby for the first time, and navigating the highs and lows of reality television. She reflects on favorite routines, memorable challenges, and fun stories from living with the cast during production.

The conversation also dives into Kira and Kalani’s transition to Dance Moms, including their first day walking into the ALDC in Pittsburgh, early impressions of the moms, the challenges of joining during Season 4, and some of the most talked about moments from their time on the show. Kira shares her perspective on the biggest conflicts, the decision to leave during Season 4, and what ultimately led them to return for Season 5 in Los Angeles.

We also talk about some of Kalani’s standout moments on the show, favorite solos and group dances, and the unforgettable moment she received her car on television. Plus, Kira reflects on some of her favorite memories with Abby both on and off camera and what she is most grateful for from the entire experience.
Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments and episodes of Dance Moms, Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, Abby’s Studio Rescue, and Mad House, spilling behind the scenes secrets, exclusive never-before-seen content and more.

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Did you miss us?! Thank you for your patience as we took a brief intermission, ALDC Elites. While we’ve been waiting for Abby’s busy schedule to open back up, our team has been working hard behind the scenes to make sure we keep you fed with amazing episodes of the show.

This week, we catch up with Abby and Michael as they share some exciting things happening right now — including Abby’s rising music career with her new single “Walk Walk Woohoo,” her 2026 overseas tour heading to Europe, and some exciting guests already lined up for Season 6 of Leave It On The Dance Floor.

We’re also celebrating 100 podcast episodes with our premiere back this week! We truly can’t express how grateful we are for all of our listeners across the globe. Thank you for your continued support as we enter this exciting new chapter for the show.

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This week, Abby is joined by Kim Chessler, former Vice President of Unscripted Programming at THE NETWORK, for a behind-the-scenes conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.
Kim and Abby reconnect over the early days of Dance Moms — from how the show was originally sold, to the moment it exploded into a viral pop-culture phenomenon. Kim shares what it was like to be on the network side as the series took off, offering a rare insider perspective on how reality television projects are developed, greenlit, and transformed into must-see TV.
The two also swap never-before-heard stories from production, discuss the many spinoffs that followed, and break down why — no matter how many versions came after — nothing can ever top the original Dance Moms.
If you’ve ever wondered how iconic reality TV is really made, this episode is a must-listen.Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments/episodes of Dance Moms, Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, Abby’s Studio Rescue, and Mad House spilling behind the scenes secrets, exclusive never-before-seen content and more! 
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This week, Abby is joined by Kim Chessler, former Vice President of Unscripted Programming at THE NETWORK, for a behind-the-scenes conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.Kim and Abby reconnect over the early days of Dance Moms — from how the show was originally sold, to the moment it exploded into a viral pop-culture phenomenon. Kim shares what it was like to be on the network side as the series took off, offering a rare insider perspective on how reality television projects are developed, greenlit, and transformed into must-see TV.The two also swap never-before-heard stories from production, discuss the many spinoffs that followed, and break down why — no matter how many versions came after — nothing can ever top the original Dance Moms.If you’ve ever wondered how iconic reality TV is really made, this episode is a must-listen.Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments/episodes of Dance Moms, Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, Abby’s Studio Rescue, and Mad House spilling behind the scenes secrets, exclusive never-before-seen content and more! Abby Lee Apparel: *Use Code: ALDCELITE* for 15% OFF your first order today! www.abbyleedancecompany.comLearn more about the Dancers Against Cancer movement and make a one-time or even monthly donation at imadanceragainstcancer.orgShop Podcast Merch! https://shop.hurrdatmedia.com/collections/leave-it-on-the-dance-floorCONNECT WITH ABBY LEE: PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/THEREALABBYLEECAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/therealabbyleeYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@therealabbyleemillerINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealabbyleeFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialAbbyLeeMiller/X(TWITTER): https://twitter.com/abby_lee_millerTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@aldctherealabbylee
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This week on Leave It On The Dance Floor, we’re welcoming Daddy Mark, Daddy Moke, and Daddy Tom from Our 3 Dads to talk about their online reality show, their modern blended family, and so much more. Abby reflects on the many ways their story reminds her of her own childhood. Don’t miss this heartfelt, hilarious conversation!Follow Our 3 Dads!

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