The Dancing Housewife Podcast

In this episode of the Dancing Housewife podcast, it’s a DUFF takeover! Hosts Ross Hill and Carolyn Reese take a deep dive into Disney Night on Dancing with the Stars. They review a variety of dances, providing in-depth critiques on performances such as Stephen and Riley's Charleston, Jen and Sasha's rumba, Joey and Jenna's samba, and Chandler and Brandon's Paso Doble. They also discuss the judges...

NOTE: When Meet the Candidates for President of USA Dance originally aired, incumbent Ken Richards participated and shared his responses as part of the series. However, he has since requested to withdraw his participation, and his responses have been removed accordingly. Meet the Candidates for President of USA Dance is a special series of episodes focused on introducing the candidates running for...

Join The Dancing Housewife and returning guest hosts, Carolyn Reese and Ross Hill in this episode of The Dancing Housewife Podcast as they recap week five of Dancing with the Stars, focused on dedication-themed performances, with special guest judge, Mark Ballas. The trio offers in-depth critiques while also highlighting personal dedications, technical improvements, and memorable moments from the...

NOTE: When Meet the Candidates for President of USA Dance originally aired, incumbent Ken Richards participated and shared his responses as part of the series. However, he has since requested to withdraw his participation, and his responses have been removed accordingly. Meet the Candidates for President of USA Dance is a series of 3 episodes focused on introducing the candidates running for Presi...

In this episode The Dancing Housewife is joined by DUFF Couple, Carolyn Reese and Ross Hill, to discuss the latest events from 'Dancing with the Stars'. The main topic is guest judge Gene Simmons' controversial and uncomfortable performance as judge during Hair Metal Night. His scoring and awkward comments were heavily critiqued, with a humorous exploration of his background erroneously conflated...

In this episode of the Dancing Housewife Podcast, The Dancing Housewife discusses week three of 'Dancing with the Stars' with guest hosts and fan favorites, Carolyn Rees and Ross Hill. They critique performances, sharing thoughts on Julianne's hosting, dance styles, music choices, and contestants like Phaedra Parks, Ilona Maher, Eric Roberts, and more. They voice their opinions on overscoring, the...

In this week’s episode, The Dancing Housewife welcomes professional smooth and standard dancers, Steve Torres and Nicole Barron, who share the story of their transition from amateur dancers to professional competitors. Steve, an advertising and brand creative, and Nicole, a senior product manager at NBC Universal, discuss their day-to-day careers and passion for dancing. They reminisce about their...

In this episode The Dancing Housewife and DUFF Couple, Carolyn Reis and Ross Hill, dish on week 2 of Dancing with the Stars. They offer commentary on the contestants' dances, outfits, and judges' scores. Highlights include a deep dive into Tarzan-Fabio-mystery-man, Roman's background, a close look at Julianne Hough's and Bruno's ensembles, detailed critiques of several dance routines including Jen...

In this week's episode The Dancing Housewife along with guest hosts, Carolyn Reis and Ross Hill of Duff Couple fame, discuss the premiere episode of 'Dancing with the Stars' Season 33. They review performances, comment on choreography, costumes, and contestant personalities, and share their favorite (and least favorite) moments. Highlights include critiques on Joey's cha cha, Brooks Nader's tango...

In this week’s episode The Dancing Housewife and Instagram-famous guest co-hosts, Carolyn Reis and Ross Hill (a.k.a. The DUFF Couple) dish on the celebrity cast of ABC's Dancing with the Stars Season 33, which premieres on Tuesday, September 17 at 8 p.m. EST. They discuss the background and potential of each participant and reveal their picks for who will win, who will go home first, and who will...

In this week's episodeThe Dancing Housewife provides a comprehensive guide to preparing for a ballroom dance competition. With a special shout-out to Jones Dance Sport Ballroom in Marietta, Georgia, she covers all essential aspects from focused practice, technique, stamina, and performance to logistics like travel arrangements, costume preparation, and hair and makeup. She also emphasizes the impo...

In this episode, we explore the critical elements of choosing the ideal ballroom dance dress. Whether preparing for a competition or a showcase, the right dress enhances performance by highlighting movements, adding personality, and catching judges' eyes. We discuss the differences between dresses for Latin/rhythm and standard/smooth dances, covering aspects of movement, fit, style, fabric, color,...

Whether you are hitting the competition floor or just enjoying social dance events, the shoes you wear play a major role in your performance, comfort, and even safety You might be thinking to yourself, can't I just wear my regular shoes? Nope. Choosing the perfect pair of ballroom dance shoes is something every dancer needs to get right and in this week's episode The Dancing Housewife explains how...

In this episode of The Dancing Housewife Podcast, we explore the inevitability of setbacks, mistakes, and adversities in the journey of competitive ballroom dancing. The Dancing Housewife offers practical tips on overcoming challenges through mindset mastery, mindfulness, acceptance, and seeking support. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with the joy of dancing and setting realistic go...

Dr. Ming Wang's journey from the Cultural Revolution in China to becoming a renowned ophthalmologist in the United States is a testament to his resilience and determination. Despite the odds stacked against him, he managed to overcome the challenges of the college entrance exams and pursue his dream of becoming a doctor. He faced racial discrimination during his academic journey, but used it as mo...

Dr. Ming Wang's journey from the Cultural Revolution in China to becoming a renowned ophthalmologist in the United States is a testament to his resilience and determination. Despite the odds stacked against him, he managed to overcome the challenges of the college entrance exams and pursue his dream of becoming a doctor. He faced racial discrimination during his academic journey, but used it as mo...

Dr. Ming Wang, a world-renowned eye surgeon, laser scientist, inventor, author, musician, and ballroom dancer joins The Dancing Housewife to discuss the discrepancies between the film adaptation of his autobiography and the book. He explains that the film merged two characters from his book into one character to protect the families involved. Dr. Wang also reflects on the symbolism and artistic re...

In this week's episode, The Dancing Housewife reveals the contents of her summer ballroom box, a subscription box curated for ballroom dancers. The theme of the box is hydration, and it includes items to help you stay hydrated and healthy during the hot summer months. She also shares a special referral code - 9VYFKLO - for listeners who wish to subscribe to The Ballroom Box. Don't forget to use co...

Get the low down on Breaking, formerly known as break dancing, in this week's episode. Breaking is making its debut in the 2024 Paris Olympics and The Dancing Housewife shares a bit of history including how Breaking was born, gained worldwide exposure in the 1980s and eventually evolved into an elite competitive sport, worthy of being contested at the Olympic Games. Learn what to look for during t...

In this week's episode, the Dancing Housewife discusses her upcoming dance competition, and the new challenges she is facing, including debuting a new dance style with The Dancing Doc and trying out a new professional hair stylist. She discusses the importance of having a ballroom competition survival kit to handle unexpected situations, shares her list of essential items for the kit and provides...

Olga and Donovan continue to share their journey from childhood dance experiences to becoming professional nine dance competitors. They discuss their training, partnerships, and the influence of coaches on their dance career. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including dance competitions, teaching, choreography, and the challenges of balancing work and competition. The guests share i...

Olga Goncharova and Donovan Kirrane are a professional nine dance couple. Olga started dancing in Ukraine and moved to the US, where she trained in various styles due to frequent moves. Donovan, on the other hand, started dancing after being kicked out of an after-school math class. He trained in Europe before partnering with Olga. They met at a dance competition in Boston and eventually became pa...

Time management plays an important role in how you prepare for and perform in ballroom dance competitions. Having a competition preparation routine helps manage performance anxiety, recover from mishaps, reset quickly, and handle unexpected situations. Creating and using competition routines takes time, but it is essential for success. Self-awareness is key in understanding what you need to do to...

Deanna Dikeman is a professional photographer and competitive ballroom dancer. She left her corporate job to pursue photography and has since published two photo books, Leaving and Waving and Relative Moments. Deanna's photography captures the beauty and subtleties of the Midwest, as well as the ordinary moments of her family's life. She also has a collection of artistic ballroom dance photographs...

The Dancing Housewife podcast presents the official summer reading list for 2024, featuring a selection of romance novels, ballroom dance mysteries, and non-fiction books. The list includes captivating stories that cater to various interests, from dance enthusiasts to neuroscience nerds. Host Antoinette Datoc provides detailed descriptions and personal recommendations for each book, making it an e...