THE HARD CORPS PODCAST

THE HARD CORPS PODCAST

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The ballet podcast where we get in ‘Hard Corps’ with dancers around the world, having open and honest conversations about the struggles and rewards of full time ballet training.

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Latest episode

Jun 18, 2026

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Episodes

15. When do you realise yourself comes first in conversation with Jacqueline Back 03.10.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode, in this weeks ep I’m joined by professional dancer and choreographer Jacqueline Back to chat about her journey as a dancer and choreographer, her training, her challenges and how that journey of growth led her to find her own path, her worth, and how she brings these experiences into the classroom when working with young dancers. You can follow Jack...

14. finding your groove and starting Getting To The Pointe Studio with Olivia Rutherford 20.09.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the podcast, in this weeks episode I am joined by Olivia Rutherford, who is currently based in London. We chat about her fairly unconventional training in South Africa, before taken part in some pre-professional programs, before starting up Getting to the Pointe Studio , which you can become apart of here. https://www.gttp.studio  thank you Olivia...

13. Competitions, adapting to a new environment & growth w/ Ashley Coupal 12.09.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the podcast! in this weeks episode I'm joined with Ashley Coupal (@ashleycoupal on insta). We chat about her journey, going into serious training from a young age, going down the competition route, her experience with doing Prix over zoom and her journey to London where she is currently dancing with English National Ballet. I have a discount code...

12. Audition Life Hacks you never knew you needed 05.09.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the HCP! you asked and I listened, so here is a little nugget sized episodes full of audition life hacks, from what apps to use, to how to pack, where to stay and how to stay safe abroad!  if you every have any podcast requests send me a dm on instagram! the_hardcorps_podcast have a great week lots of love  Romy xxx

11. Chasing your dreams, allowing yourself to love more than one art form & a season of growth with Nicholas Rose 22.08.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the podcast, in this weeks episode im joined by dancer and choreographer Nicholas Rose, you can find him on insta @nicholasrose1996. in this episode Nicholas and I chat about bis early years in dance, moving away fro. home to pursue further training, working his way up from very small companies to a much larger organisation. finding where he fits...

10. The making of Capital Ballet with Jamie Carter 15.08.2022

hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast, in this weeks episode i'm joined by Jamie Carter, former professional ballet dancer with Scottish Ballet and then Sarasota Ballet. in this episode Jamie, talks openly about his challenges and experiences that gave led to where he is now, Director of Capital Ballet. you can follow Jamie on instagram  @jamie.in.the.city Capit...

9. Working at Freed, studying abroad, auditioning & finding happiness with Júlia Molas 08.08.2022

Hi everyone and welcome to another episode of the podcast, in this weeks episode I am joined by Júlia Molas, where we delve deep into her experience in dance, moving abroad go pursue professional training, auditions, moving to London and where she is now. You can find Júlia on instagram @dance.withjuli for more information and any questions. Thank you Júlia for being so open and honest and I hope...

8. graduating from The Australian Ballet School during covid, international auditions and more with Flynn Stelfox 01.08.2022

hi everyone and welcome back to another episode, in this weeks episode I'm joined by Flynn Stelfox who has just recently graduated from The Australian Ballet School, and recently danced in the Australian tour of An American In Paris. in this ep Flynn and I chat about his WHOLE journey, his challenges, his ups and downs and everything inbetween, so get comfortable! you can find Flynn on instagram @...

7. Q&A-managing the financials of ballet, when do you know you are ready to train full time & more! 25.07.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to this weeks episode which is a q&a ep! I answered your questions about finances, training full time, pre pro programmes, anxiety before class and so much more! thank you so much for tuning in and be sure too follow us on insta @the_hardcorps_podcast! have the best week! sending you guys lots of hugs & stay strong xxx Romy 

6. training through the pandemic, PD training & rising to TikTok fame w/ Olivia Jacobus 18.07.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode! we are onto episode 6 of season 4, and in this weeks episode I am joined by Olivia Jacobus (insta: @livonpointe, tik Tok: @livjacobus), we chat about everything from her lockdown experience, audition struggles, what is been like gaining a following on social media and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! have a great week! love Romy xx

5. 1 year on with Felicia Andersson 11.07.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast, in this weeks episode I’m joined by Felicia Andersson who joined us just over a year ago, so this episode is like a little reunion. We hear about Felicia’s year, her challenges with transitioning from school to company, her challenges, her highlights and what she looks forward to in the future. You can find her on Instagram...

4. Navigating coming out to your teachers, gender roles in ballet and more with Leo Freude 04.07.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the podcast, ok this weeks episode I’m joined with Leo (@leo.freude) to chat about their journey with coming out in their ballet school, going against the stereotypes and gender roles in ballet and so much more! Be sure to follow us on Instagram @the_hardcorps_podcast to stay up to date with guests! Enjoy! Romy xxx

3. Dancing at 6 vocational schools, can class be mediation and the job struggle with Abby Fletcher 27.06.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to the podcast, in this weeks episode I am joined by Abby Fletcher, pre professional dancer currently based in London. we chat about her experience with moving to multiple different countries to train, how she handled the changes, and how that changed the way she took class as well as chatting about auditions and choreography. you can follow Abby on instagram @abigailm...

2. Rionach O’Neill 20.06.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the podcast, in this weeks episode I’m joined by Rionach O’Niell, professional dancer in France. We chat about Rionach’s experience at vocational ballet school, her experience with dancing on a broken foot, her injury journey, rehab and so much more. We also talk about her experience with an eating disorder and the effects that has had on her life...

1. Carolina Payeras 13.06.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to the podcast, welcome to the first episode of Season 4!!! In this weeks episode I'm joined by Carolina Payeras, pre professional dancer embarking on the start of her professional career. We chat about her experiences dancing in a smaller school, auditions, self belief and more.  You can find Carolina on instagram @carolinapayeras to follow more of her journey. be sur...

34. Why the 'best school' may not be the best for you, burnout & overcoming injuries with Tally Watt 09.05.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to The Hard Corps Podcast, the podcast that interviews dancers from all over the world to discuss and uncover the realities of the Industry, the highlights & the challenges. In this weeks episode I'm joined by Tally Watt, a freelance dancer based in the UK. Tally and I chat about her journey, her challenges surrounding burnout, injury, anxiety and disordered eating, ho...

33.Juggling dance & academics, dealing with comparison and more with Aya Golan 02.05.2022

Hi everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Hard Corps Podcast. in this weeks episode I'm joined by pre-professional dancer Aya Golan. Aya and I chat about her journey so far, the challenges that come along with dancing and academic school, managing pressures from both environments, dealing with social media and so much more! you can fine Aya on tiktok: @ayagolann. Be sure to follow us...

32. Can we end the stigma of career change, donors & The Encore Fund with Shelby Whallon 25.04.2022

Hi everyone and welcome to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast. In this weeks episode I’m joined by Shelby Whallon, dancer with Los Angeles Ballet and creator of 'The Encore Fund' . We dive deep into why she started it, the struggles dancers face transitioning into other careers, transitioning from Pre-Pro to Pro, donors, funding and fighting to be treated link humans. Thank you Shelby for s...

31. How can we improve the teaching in ballet, are we gatekeeping the art and more w/ Austin Crumley 18.04.2022

Hi everyone and welcome to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast. In this weeks episode I’m joined by Austin Crumley, who holds a BFA in Ballet Pedagogy, & also a former professional dancer with Sacramento Ballet. In this weeks episode we talk about his journey in dance and then into ballet, why the way ballet is taught needs to evolve to include EVERYONE and so much more! You can find Austin...

30. Starting ballet at 20, and finding acceptance in your path w/ Nathaniel Dolquist 11.04.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of a THE HARD CORPS PODCAST, in this episode I am joined with Nathanial Dolquist @dolquist on Instagram. In this episode I chat to Nathaniel about his journey in dance, his experience with starting ballet at a late age and how his body and his mind dealt with this, his experience being a freelancer in NYC as well as finding acceptance in your journey...

29. a Physiotherapist answers YOUR questions w/ Megan Wise 04.04.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Hard Corps Podcast! In this weeks episode I’m joined by Megan Wise, also known as @Thebroadwaypt on Instagram, and today we chat about Megan’s journey as a dancer, why having that experience helps dancer feel comfortable working with her, and also answering your questions regarding strength training and so much more! You can find Megan on Inst...

28. Are we addicted to trauma, navigating abusive training and more with Tish Wood 28.03.2022

Hi everyone, and welcome back to another episode. In this weeks episode I’m joined by Tish Wood, currently a pre- professional ballet dancer in training, we get into his journey and experience in his earlier training, how this has affected him, how he navigated it, and so much more. Thank you Tish for being so open about your experiences and sharing them with the world. You can find Tish on Instag...

27. Advice session- getting through injuries, feeling lost & managing stress 21.03.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast. In this weeks episode I’m doing a solo episode, a little catch up and giving you a all a little bit of advice. Thank you to everyone that sent in questions! And as always thank you to everyone that tuned in to today’s episode!

26. Navigating company life, standing up for yourself, and finding acceptance with Vincenzo Drogo 14.03.2022

Hi everyone, welcome back to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast. In episode 26, of Season 3, I am joined by professional dancer, Vincenzo Drogo. from Italy, to Russia and taking the decision to stop dancing professionally, I talk to Vincenzo about his challenges, his highlights, navigating the politics that comes with dancing professionally in different countries, when standing up for yours...

25. Overcoming injuries, prioritising your health and more with Arianna Fleischman 07.03.2022

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of The Hard Corps Podcast! In this weeks episode I’m joined by Arianna Fleischman where we talk about injuries, burnout at a young age, prioritising your health and more! You can find Arianna on insta @Arianna_ballerina ! Thank you Arianna for being apart of the podcast and I hope you enjoy the episode!

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