Dancing Through Business

What does it really mean to learn on your feet? In this episode of Dancing Through Business, Julie and Kiri are joined by Eva, a pharmacy technician apprentice, who shares her honest and inspiring journey into healthcare. From hands-on patient care and problem-solving in hospitals to building confidence and managing wellbeing, this episode dives into the reality of apprenticeships and the life ski...

In this episode of Dancing Through Business, we sit down with Gbemi Akintoye (MBA, FCCA); a highly experienced Finance & Accounting professional who has held senior interim roles including Group Financial Controller, Head of Group Statutory Reporting, Finance Director, Programme Manager, and Post‑Acquisition Consultant. Gbemi has supported leading organisations such as Red Bull Racing, Superdr...

It’s Women’s Health Week, and this is a big one. 💥Kiri and Julie discuss women’s health through the lens of business ownership! Because you can’t build a thriving business if your body and brain are running on empty. In this episode, they talk openly about:-Perimenopause and early hormonal changes-Brain health, dementia risk, and why dancing matters-Creatine for cognitive function and muscle heal...

On International Dance Day, Julie and Kiri are joined by registered dietitian and former professional dancer Sarah, founder of MyDanceDietitian, to explore what truly fuels high-performance dancers. From cruise ships and showgirl stages to the NHS, Sarah shares science-backed nutrition insights every dancer needs to hear. This episode challenges outdated diet culture and reframes food as a perform...

In episode 8 of Dancing Through Business, we’re joined by Chris Morley , local radio presenter and familiar voice behind Saturday mornings on Hot Radio across Poole & Dorset .Chris shares his journey through radio, community broadcasting, and the performing arts. We talk about confidence, showing up as yourself, navigating career twists and turns, and the power of local voices in an increasing...

April is stress awareness month . Kiri and Julie dive into what stress is like today, from old-school “stress heads” to Gen Alpha workplace attitudes, lockdown impacts, and building resilience. They explore how simple planning, honest communication, and intentional environments (yes, even a favourite coffee shop!) can transform stressful days into manageable ones .

Julie and Kiri explore what truly makes us happy as we approach the International Day of Happiness. From beach walks and gym sessions to managing people‑pleasing and navigating life’s little mishaps, they dig into why joy often requires deliberate effort. With personal stories, practical tips, and their signature humour, this conversation will leave you feeling lighter and more inspired. Tune in a...

In this powerful episode of Dancing Through Business , Julie and Kiri sit down with Erin Thomas Wong; life‑friendly business mentor, podcast host, and author of How to Build a Life-Friendly Business . With 17+ years of entrepreneurial experience, Erin is on a mission to help women build purposeful, profitable businesses without burning out . Together, we explore: Why traditional business advice do...

In this intimate, guest‑free episode, Kiri and Julie sit down with a cup of tea for a deep, honest chat about how growing up in dance has shaped every part of their work and business lives. From resilience and discipline to creativity, performance mode, boundaries and leadership — the girls pull back the curtain on the real ways dance prepares you for the messy, magical chaos of business.

Psychologist and business psychology expert Valentyna joins us to explore stress, creativity, emotional safety and how dance reconnects the mind and body. Packed with practical tools, tiny steps and empowering insights to help you feel calmer, safer and more creative at work.

In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Ann Brebner to talk all things Dry January , fitness, and the power of small steps that lead to big changes. Ann shares her inspiring journey from a high-pressure career in the police force to running a successful business, embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, and smashing fitness goals like Hyrox and burpee challenges. We dive into how giving up dr...

Dancing Through Business Episode 1. In this very first episode, Julie and Kiri take you behind the scenes of their 20+ year friendship and share the story of how dance and business have shaped their lives. From meeting at university while studying an unusual degree (Dance and Business Studies) to juggling careers, family, and passion projects. Hosted by lifelong friends Julie and Kiri, dancers, bu...

Dancing Through Business is the podcast where two lifelong friends, Julie and Kiri, dancers, business owners, and passionate about well-being. This show talks about balancing life, health, and business. From conversations about dance and movement to interviews with entrepreneurs, creatives and all sorts of interesting people. If you love health, creativity, business, and personal growth , this pod...