Fit, Fierce and Fearless, presented by GenX Pole Arts

If you’ve ever wondered how to build more strength, endurance, and body awareness outside of pole, this episode is for you. Zen shares her first-hand experience trying Lagree Pilates , a high-intensity, low-impact workout designed to challenge your entire body. In this short solo episode, Zen talks about: What Lagree Pilates is and how it compares to traditional Pilates Why it’s an effective cross...

If you’ve ever wanted to try pole dancing but felt too nervous, too old, or unsure where to start, this episode is for you. It’s also for anyone who knows the pull of creativity and the fear that often comes with trying something new. Zen sits down with Bryan , a dancer with nearly 40 years of training and almost two decades on the pole. In addition to her movement background, Bryan is a stand-up...

Zen breaks down pole dance shoes — Pleasers, Hella Heels, and heel heights — in this watch-worthy episode. In this episode, Zen gives a practical breakdown of pole dance footwear and why your shoes matter just as much as your grip. She compares Pleasers and Hella Heels , explains how different heel heights (6”, 7”, 8”) affect your movement, and shares tips for choosing the right pair for your styl...

In this episode, Zen sits down with Brian Riegel , a true pioneer in the pole community. With more than a decade of experience, Brian was one of the early male performers to step onto a pole stage — challenging stereotypes and carving out space for men in a predominantly female art form. Brian shares how his journey with pole began as an act of rebellion, a bold decision to push back against expec...

Pole progress isn’t about checking off a list of moves someone else decided you “should” learn—it’s about finding the movements that work for you and leaning into them. In this solo episode, Nancy (aka Zen) invites you to ditch the frustration of forcing your body into shapes that don’t align with its current strengths, proportions, or flexibility. Instead, she encourages you to discover what come...

What happens when a lifelong artist, activist, and interfaith minister decides to live unapologetically in her feminine power? In this unfiltered and magnetic conversation, Nancy sits down with Felicia to talk about creative rebellion, personal evolution, and the choice to step boldly into authenticity—especially as we get older. From her decades-spanning career in the arts to her calling as a spi...

Contact Shana at shana@shanapereira.com Follow on IG @shana_pereira Information on the living donor evaluation process https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/living-donor-transplant/care-at-mayo-clinic/pcc-20384790 In this deeply inspiring episode, Nancy is joined by Shana Pereira—speaker, resilience advocate, and double organ transplant survivor. Shana shares her powerful story of surviving...

In this inspiring episode of Fit, Fierce & Fearless , host Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich) sits down with the elegant and magnetic Lord Moni Skyy — pole dancer, instructor, and embodiment of grace and quiet power. Together, they explore what it means to come home to your body, embrace authentic beauty, and express strength through softness, intention, and self-acceptance. Topics in this episode: Usin...

In this heartfelt solo episode, Nancy comes to you straightfrom the stunning new Casa Pole Dance studio in Newburgh, NY, the day before a sold-out GenX Pole Arts beginner workshop. Surrounded by chrome poles, sparklypasties, and serious anticipation, she shares what it means to create spaces where women over 40 can rediscover movement, joy, and confidence—sometimes forthe first time in decades. Sh...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless, the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this episode, I got to do something really special—I brought together the original crew of OG Pole Babes: Shay, Firebird, Dee, Mimi, Teresa, and Stella. These are the women I started this journey with...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless, the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, Buffy shares what it was like to step into a pole dance class for the first time at 54—and how it quickly turned into a powerful part of her life. From overco...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless, the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. This week’s episode is part personal update, part community love letter—and all heart. From injury recovery and adorable kitten adoptions to exciting summer events and deep reflections on movement, ident...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this heartfelt and wisdom-filled episode of Fit, Fierce, and Fearless, we sit down with pole instructor and movement artist Ray to talk about what truly makes a good teacher in the world of pole and...

What happens when pole dancing, stand-up comedy, and a possibly horny ghost collide? You get this unforgettable episode with multi-hyphenate creative force Christina Calph. From her journey as a classically trained actress in New York to the vibrant LA pole and comedy scene, Christina opens up about breaking rules, building inclusive stages, fighting ageism in entertainment, and oh yes—a ghost who...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Cassandra to talk about her powerful journey into the world of pole dance. From pushing through self-doubt to rediscovering joy and confidence in movement, Ca...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this episode, I’m talking with my dear friend and student Andrea—aka “Kinky Legs”—about something so many of us wrestle with: our bodies, our confidence, and the stories we’ve carried for way too lon...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. This solo episode is all about my real, unfiltered journey through brain fog, mood swings, body changes, and the total WTF moments that had me wondering if I was losing my mind. Spoiler: I wasn’t—I was...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing. In this week’s short but soul-nourishing episode, I’m giving you the nudge (and the real talk) we all need from time to time. If you’ve been feeling stuck, low-energy, or like you’ve lost a bit of your...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍  In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by the vibrant and hilarious William, a beloved member of our pole family, who shares his personal...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentoivich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍  In today's solo episode, I’m sharing the personal story behind my stage name, "Zen," and why I founded Gen X Pole Arts. This isn't just a...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentovich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍  In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Hurricane — an instructor whose pole journey started just like so many of ours: curious, a little unsure, and totally unprepared for how l...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentovich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍  Zen dives into a powerful topic: the freedom of not having strict goals. While many are driven by the pursuit of specific achievements, she shares her personal journey of how she&#3...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentovich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ Today, Zen sits down with long-time friend and movement enthusiast Mimi to talk about reclaiming strength, mobility, and confidence in our bodies—especially as we age. From the joys...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentovich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ Today, Zen dives into the transformative power of movement and dance, especially for those who may feel hesitant about stepping into a class. Inspired by her recent conversation with...

Welcome to Fit, Fierce, and Fearless , the podcast by GenX Pole Arts! I’m Zen (Nancy Adzentovich), here to celebrate women over 40 finding strength, confidence, and community through pole dancing.‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Chimeka to talk about the leap from traditional work to pursuing passion-driven careers. We reflect on the fears, excitement, and gro...