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Ballet Help Desk

Jenny Huang and Brett Gardner

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As parents, you play a crucial role in supporting your dancer’s ballet path and we know navigating the world of ballet training can be challenging. The Ballet Help Desk podcast is here to help! Tune in for expert insights on supporting your student’s ballet education. We cover key topics like summer intensives, ballet competitions, full-time and postgraduate training, health and wellness, boys in ballet and more. Hear valuable advice from leading professionals across the ballet world to help ...
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Most couples soon realize that planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Welcome to The Wedding Help Desk, the ultimate resource for couples who want to plan their dream wedding without the stress. Hosted by Kevin Snow – a wedding industry pro, award-winning DJ, and venue owner – this podcast is here to answer your biggest wedding planning questions, offer insider tips, and share real stories to help you navigate the process like a pro. From creating a budget and c ...
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The CEO Help Desk from Run Like Clockwork

Mike Michalowicz + Adrienne Dorison

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Equipping you with the tools, strategies, and support to grow + scale your business sustainably—without sacrificing your quality of life. Hosted by operational efficiency expert + CEO Adrienne Dorison and business strategist Emily Doyle, The CEO Help Desk is your go-to podcast for solving real business problems in real time. From streamlining systems to developing leadership and building a self-sustaining team, each episode offers actionable insights based on the book Clockwork to help you r ...
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The Startup Help Desk

Sean Byrnes, Ash Rust & Nic Meliones

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Answers to your questions about starting and building companies. Your hosts are Sean Byrnes, Ash Rust and Nic Meliones, all experienced founders who have built companies themselves and coached hundreds of CEOs on their startup adventures. They share their lessons from building, buying, selling and investing in companies over the past 20 years. If you have questions you'd like answered you can submit them on Twitter by tagging @thestartuphd or on our website http://www.thestartuphelpdesk.com.
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You're beyond the basics - so dive right into Windows 7 and really put your PC to work! Discover how to tackle Windows 7 and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery! Released every Wednesday at midnight Pacific.
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This is the Help Desk Central Podcast. A show about the ins and outs of working in a help desk role. This podcast is for level one and level two help desk analyst, as well as for system and network administrators so we can all learn to work as a team to provide end users with the best experience possible.
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Hey, you know your way around a desktop - so now dig into Windows XP and really put your PC to work! Discover the best and fastest ways to perform everyday tasks, and challenge yourself to new levels of Windows Mastery! Released every Thursday at midnight Pacific.
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Hey, you know your way around a desktop - so now dig into Windows Vista and really put your PC to work! Discover the best and fastest ways to perform everyday tasks, and challenge yourself to new levels of Windows Mastery! Released every Friday at midnight Pacific.
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In this podcast, we'll be discussing all things leadership, wellbeing and police-related matters! By drawing upon my professional experience as a Police Officer, along with my ICF (International Coaching Federation) accreditation as a Professionally Certified Coach, I aim to add value to First Responders and Leaders alike. If you want to know more about me, Sean Picton, and the coaching services I provide, please visit my website; http://theherocoach.org
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Do you need to get your work done with Microsoft Word smoothly, easily, and quickly? If so, you’ve picked the right podcast. This podcast is designed to help beginning and intermediate users get up to speed quickly with Word 2010 and immediately become productive with it. Released every Tuesday at midnight Pacific.
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No matter where you are on your writing journey we juggle our dreams with the reality of everyday life. Do you want to know how stories come into being? How do the words get on the page? Who puts them there? Where to start, and what you really need in your Writer's Toolbox that very few people will tell you about...That's the magic you're going to discover here on The Writer's Help Desk!
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Business advice for ACTUAL small businesses and solopreneurs. Small business used to mean mom & pop grocery stores, auto repair, the neighborhood pharmacy, etc. Today, "small" businesses can have up to 1,000 employees and $500 million in revenue and still qualify as "small" in the eyes of the government and financial institutions. As attention spans have gotten smaller, small business has gotten bigger, and the term is unfortunately now essentially meaningless. The problem is that owners of ...
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Considering full-time or summer training at Louisville Ballet? Artistic Director Mikelle Bruzina and School Director Christy Corbitt Krieger explain how the school is structured, what the studio company experience involves, and how dancers transition into professional careers. They also share insights on tuition, housing, casting, and how dancers a…
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In this episode, Adrienne and Emily unpack their biggest takeaways from the conversation with Denise Duffield-Thomas and discuss how to the Clockwork business and their own personal growth. Denise built a $5M business with a lean, part-time team by staying focused on one core offer and simplifying her operations — and Adrienne and Emily reflect on …
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Think you have time to choose your wedding date? Think again. In this episode, Kevin explains why locking in a date early is one of the smartest moves you can make—especially before your dream venue and vendors get booked out. He also shares a unique twist: looking up the national holidays that fall on your potential wedding date. Whether it’s Nati…
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Former San Francisco Ballet soloist Madison Keesler shares the twists and turns of her ballet path—from falling in love with dance to navigating career pivots and returning to SFB more than once. She talks about leaving at the height of her career, what she’s up to now in New York, and the launch of Pointe of View, her new consulting business for d…
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In this episode, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle sit down with best-selling author Denise Duffield-Thomas to explore how she and her husband built a $5M business with a small, part-time team — and how they’ve structured their lives to work less without sacrificing income or success. Denise opened up about the strategies and mindset shifts that all…
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Ballet competitions are more common than ever—but do dancers really need them? In our latest episode of #NoThirds, Fran weighs in on the role competitions play in today’s training landscape. He tackles key questions from parents and dancers alike: Are comps essential for landing trainee or second company spots? Do they actually help with long-term …
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Victoria Mazzarelli, Artistic Director of the Nutmeg Conservatory, joins us to share what sets this independent ballet conservatory apart. Widely known for its warm and nurturing environment, Victoria covers everything from curriculum and housing to performance opportunities, as well as the school's postgraduate program. She also explains how Nutme…
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In this episode, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle reflect on their recent coaching session with Beth Carter, The Badass Bookkeeper. Beth shared how she struggles to step out of the doing in her business — even with a team of 10 and a seven-figure business. Adrienne and Emily dive deeper into the root of this challenge, unpacking the Four D’s (Doing…
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Lighting isn't just décor—it’s a mood, a spotlight, and a memory-maker. In this episode, we shine a light (literally) on one of the most overlooked wedding elements. From romantic uplighting to wild dance floor effects, we explore how lighting transforms a space, enhances your photos, and sets the tone for each part of your day. If you're unsure ab…
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We all know that dancers have their own unique style. Welcome to our interview with the founders of Barre Trash, Lucas Labrador and Louis DeFelice as they let us in on ballet’s not-so-glamorous side—with honesty, humor, and a sharp eye for merch. In this episode, they talk about how Barre Trash was born, what the name really means, and how their si…
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In this coaching episode, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle sit down with Beth Carter, the "Badass Bookkeeper" and owner of BBA Bookkeeping, to tackle a challenge many business owners face — getting stuck in the doing. Beth shares how, even with a team of 10 and a seven-figure business, she still finds herself pulled back into production work, limit…
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Where was the wedding party? In this episode, we dive into a strange but all-too-common wedding day scenario: the disappearing act of the wedding party during key moments. Whether they’re MIA for photos, hiding during the grand entrance, or ghosting the dance floor altogether—this episode unpacks why it happens, what couples can do about it, and ho…
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Why open a ballet school in San Antonio? Former Pacific Northwest Ballet principals Lindsi Dec and Karel Cruz share what inspired them to found DeCruz Ballet, how their training model stands apart, and where they see their school fitting into the evolving ballet ecosystem. They discuss everything from attracting male students and navigating competi…
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In this episode, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle reflect on a recent coaching session with Leslie Liondas, breaking down how to identify and fix the four core business bottlenecks — Attract, Convert, Delivery, and Cash Flow. If you’ve been struggling to figure out why your business isn’t growing the way you want, this episode will help you diagnos…
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🔗 Follow & Connect: 📸 Instagram: @theweddinghelpdesk 🌐 Website & Tools: www.theweddinghelpdesk.com 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Snow In this episode of The Wedding Help Desk, we’re tackling the all-too-common phenomenon of the disappearing groom. Why do so many fiancés check out of wedding planning? Is it laziness — or is something deeper going on? We’ll bre…
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Silas Farley walked away from his performing career while he was arguably at the top of his game. In this thoughtful and deeply personal conversation, Farley—former New York City Ballet dancer and current choreographer, educator, and leader—reflects on his journey through the ballet world. He shares how his cultural background shaped his experience…
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In this coaching session, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle dive deep with Leslie Liondas to tackle a major challenge in her coaching business — the attract bottleneck. If you’ve ever struggled to bring in the right leads, this one’s for you! Here’s what we cover: ✅ How to generate consistent, high-quality leads ✅ Refining your messaging so it actua…
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In the very first episode of CEO Help Desk, Adrienne Dorison and Emily Doyle introduce the fresh new format designed to serve overwhelmed small business owners—just like you. Here’s the deal: Each week, you'll hear a real business owner walk through a specific operational or leadership challenge on air with Adrienne and Emily. Then in the following…
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🔗 Follow & Connect: 📸 Instagram: @theweddinghelpdesk 🌐 Website: www.theweddinghelpdesk.com In this episode of The Wedding Help Desk, we ask the question no one else is asking: Should weddings roll credits like movies do? From QR codes to chalkboard displays to custom websites, we explore tasteful (and tacky) ways to give your vendor team a little s…
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In this episode we talk about staying positive. Things constantly go wrong at every startup company. How do you stay positive in the face of bad news? How do you keep your team motivated? We are here to help! In this episode we answer questions including: What if your big product launch flops? What do you do if your competitor announces big news? H…
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In Part 2 of our conversation with Fran Veyette, we dig into the realities of postgraduate training—what kind of “help” programs actually offer (and what dancers should be asking for), how long is too long to stay in a bridge program, and why some dancers move quickly into company jobs while others spin their wheels. We talk about whether dancers a…
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Jackie Kopcsak, a founding faculty member and Associate Professor of Practice at USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, joins us to unpack what makes USC’s program unique—from its one-of-a-kind curriculum and career planning resources to how students balance ballet, choreography, and cross-disciplinary training. We discuss what the school looks for in…
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👉 Follow along for more wedding tips: @weddinghelpdesk 🌐 Visit: www.theweddinghelpdesk.com Today on The Wedding Help Desk, we’re diving into one of the most important mindset shifts you can make for your wedding day: learning to let the little things go. As a former theater professional, I’ve seen firsthand how the idea of “the show must go on” mak…
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Postgraduate ballet training is often sold as the final step before a professional contract—but how much of what dancers and parents hear is actually true? In this first episode of a two-part series, Fran Veyette joins us to break down the current state of postgraduate programs. We talk about the rise of bridge-level training, how to evaluate the v…
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Elizabeth Gillaspy and Jessica Zeller of Texas Christian University join us to break down what makes TCU’s dance program unique—from its dual emphasis on ballet and modern, to performance and choreographic opportunities, to how it prepares students for both performing and dance-adjacent careers. They walk us through a typical day of training, the a…
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Welcome to The Wedding Help Desk, hosted by award-winning DJ, wedding venue owner, and educator Kevin Snow. In this podcast, you’ll get real talk, smart strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories to help you plan a wedding you’ll still love years and years down the road! Whether you're newly engaged or knee-deep in planning, we’ll help you avoid com…
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In this episode we talk about getting started. Founding a company means you are constantly learning to do new things, like hiring and selling. How do you handle these new situations where you have no experience? How do you avoid mistakes? We are here to help! In this episode we answer questions including: How is AI changing the nature of work? How …
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Michael Bearden, Director of the University of Oklahoma School of Dance, joins us to talk about what makes OU’s program stand out. With three distinct tracks—ballet, modern, and pedagogy—OU offers a robust performance schedule, new choreographic opportunities, and wellness support for its students. We dig into the admission process, scholarship lan…
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Planning a wedding and want it to actually be fun, intentional, and meaningful — not just expensive and overwhelming? You’re in the right place. Welcome to The Wedding Help Desk, hosted by award-winning DJ, wedding venue owner, and educator Kevin Snow. In this podcast, you’ll get real talk, smart strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories to help yo…
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Allison DeBona took the road less traveled—college before company—and it led to a successful ballet career. In this episode, she breaks down why she chose Indiana University, what she gained from the experience, and how the college route stacks up against full-time conservatory training. We talk about career outcomes, adjustment challenges, and shi…
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Pointe shoe fittings can feel like a mystery—but Riley Weber, a well-known pointe shoe fitter for Nikolay, is here to break it all down! In this episode, we talk about what to expect at a fitting, how to tell if a fitter knows what they’re doing, and why dancers shouldn’t just settle for “fine.” Riley addresses common fitting issues (like sinking!)…
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In this episode, we’re talking all about guest experience — the part of your wedding people actually remember. From awkward pre-ceremony silences to confusing seating charts and the pressure to go table-to-table during dinner, we’re unpacking it all. I’ll walk you through: Why a pre-ceremony party changes everything The right way to do seating char…
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In this episode we talk about getting started. Founding a company means you are constantly learning to do new things, like hiring and selling. How do you handle these new situations where you have no experience? How do you avoid mistakes? We are here to help! In this episode we answer questions including: How do I find a co-founder? How do I sell m…
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Boys in ballet face unique challenges—but also unique opportunities. In this episode of #NoThirds, Fran Veyette gets real about training, summer intensives, scholarships for boys, and what needs to change to better support young male dancers on their journey. Learn more about Fran and Veyette Virtual Ballet School More Links: Support Ballet Help De…
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Before stepping onto pointe, make sure you're ready. Dr. Selina Shah, a sports and dance medicine specialist, shares what dancers and parents need to know— from the ideal starting age to strength exercises, medical evaluations, and the impact of hypermobility. With experience treating professional dancers, Broadway performers, and Olympic athletes,…
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In this episode of The Wedding Help Desk, we’re flipping the script on traditional wedding planning advice. What if we told you that acting less like a hesitant shopper and more like a dream client could actually get you better service, more attention and maybe even a few perks from your vendors? Kevin breaks down simple reverse psychology tactics …
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Pacific Northwest Ballet School operates differently from many other company-affiliated programs. In this episode, Denise Bolstad, Managing Director of PNB School, breaks down what sets it apart. We explore the structure of the Professional Division, how dancers are selected, training expectations, performance opportunities, and the path from PD to…
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Elizabeth Yntema and Tracey Bonner, from the Dance Data Project, join us to discuss their mission to shine a light gender inequity in ballet. They share how their data-driven research highlights gaps in leadership roles, how parents and dancers can use their findings, and the changes they've seen since launching the organization. Hear how DDP is wo…
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What do you do when everything goes wrong? Like… hit-a-deer-on-the-way-to-a-wedding wrong? In this episode of The Wedding Help Desk, I’m sharing a personal nightmare travel story that turned into the ultimate lesson in why backup plans are everything—for vendors and couples. From car trouble to wedding-day disasters, I’ll break down: ✅ Why I always…
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In this episode we talk about process. Big companies have a lot of process, but startups have very little. How much process is enough for your startup? When do you have too little, or too much? We are here to help! In this episode we answer questions including: When is the right time to introduce process? What if an employee refuses to follow our p…
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Tai Jimenez, Director of the Dance Theatre of Harlem School, joins us to discuss her journey in ballet and her vision for training the next generation of dancers. She breaks down the school’s structure, why DTH remains an afterschool program, her plans for future growth of their trianing programs as well as how they help students transition into pr…
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Are wedding myths costing you time, money, and unnecessary stress? In this episode of The Wedding Help Desk, we’re tackling some of the biggest wedding myths out there. Some traditions have meaning, but others? Total nonsense. Join me as I break down the truth behind these common wedding misconceptions, help you make informed decisions, and maybe e…
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Introducing #NoThirds, an unfiltered look at what really happens behind the scenes in ballet. Ballet Help Desk is joined by Fran Veyette, as he pulls back the curtain on the realities of training, company life, and the industry’s unspoken rules. No scripts or platitudes — just honest conversations about what dancers and parents need to know. Links:…
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Christopher Alloways-Ramsey recently took the helm at Orlando Ballet School, and we sat down with him to discuss his vision, challenges, and what’s next for the school. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on the structure of the academy, including postgraduate levels, recruitment pathways, and how Orlando Ballet transitions dancers from student…
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Ever notice how every hero in a great story has a guide? Life’s biggest moments—whether in movies or reality—are easier when you have someone showing you the way. And if there’s one time in life where you really need a guide, it’s wedding planning. In this episode, I break down why having a guide is essential, how wedding planning is often a first-…
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Grace Holmes, the head of San Francisco Ballet School, joins us to discuss her vision for the school, from training curriculum and performance opportunities to scholarships and student wellness. We also discussed the culture at SFBS, recent changes to the trainee program, and how the school prepares students for professional careers. Tune in for an…
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🎉 Bigger Isn’t Always Better: The Festival Effect on Weddings 🎉 This week, I’m celebrating my birthday with an 80s neon party—think small gathering, but with big vibes. I’ve brought in vendors, hired a dancer, and created an experience that feels like a festival, all without breaking the bank. And here’s the kicker—this same approach works for wedd…
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The European ballet training system has long been admired, but how does it really compare to training in the U.S.? In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Potreck, founder of Aus Dancers Overseas, to discuss the key differences, the biggest challenges European ballet schools have faced, and how recent scandals have sparked change. We also explo…
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Weddings aren’t like water or oxygen—you won’t die without one. But you really want one. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason wedding services cost what they do, why comparing prices to DIY is a bad move and how to stop stressing over things you want but don’t need. Spoiler: Weddings are a luxury event, and that’s okay! Just don’t get…
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We sit down with Cynthia Harvey to discuss the Prix de Lausanne, one of the world’s top ballet competitions. Cynthia shares how she got started in ballet, key moments in her training, and the teachers who influenced her career. We also explore the history of the Prix, how students are selected, what happens during the week in Lausanne, and how winn…
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