Confessions of a dancer podcast

Self criticism, self doubt, self consciousness & shock

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The title really says it all here! I'm talking about my experiences in dance and the dance world and how my natural go too were always self criticism, self doubt, self consciousness and shock! Maybe you can relate-send me a DM on Instagram if you do!

Find me on IG here: @iamemilysophie

My book "Confessions of a dancer" is available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Confessions-Dancer-overcome-darkness-spotlight-ebook/dp/B07QSCNKWH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=237Y0F0UM1NKJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SW0W4VtBY9gjVD0fK5Jmg0Ly1tEUVx1cx8FYcpGNRHVdDgAQXZkaVzsRkJdUV5fgp_LXzStZomxY2i1g3rgTNjD3m8QV72sCyT_42CTv5LujTT4YbZLAAkoI7gnMW_KsUzE-dbYG4W2uJSUcQfP5Eju32gf5P2G5dPHALaUWuhKzE4I616_Q1a6P9JIzgqNr.yCPq1OTuC7EvwyP07LRUJboonmMZIW7n3HwIUUQfIs8&dib_tag=se&keywords=confessions+of+a+dancer&qid=1769937138&sprefix=confessionsofadancer%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-1

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Shoes, shoes, glorious shoes

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In episode 14, I'm talking about shoes! And how much of an impact they can really have on your dancing.

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Fair play + fair pay for all dancers

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is a bit of a different one-I'm actually reflecting on something that happened recently that has made me want to protect all dancers from being taken for a ride. I hope that after listening you'll realise that you are worth more (literally and figuratively).

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When I resented dance

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, I'm sharing all about how I ended up resenting the one thing I was put on this earth to do, my passion, my purpose, one of the loves of my life...dance.

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Start spreading the news...

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is all about my time in NYC! Real talk, reflections and some wow moments that I hope inspire you to go after your own dreams too.

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Those college days, I used to know

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Today's episode was a tough one to talk about-I'm revisiting some of my hardest times during my college years and emphasising the importance of good mental health, especially in dance.

Disclaimer: Please note, I do talk about sensitive subjects around mental health in this episode which may be upsetting for some listeners.

Samaritans link: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

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Maybe things happen for a reason?

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, I'm talking about how one of my most embarrassing and upsetting moments in dance, actually maybe happened for a reason and led to something quite amazing. Let me know if you've ever experienced something like this before and your thoughts too!

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When Mr Mistoffelees was watching

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I'm reflecting on one of my most embarrassing moments in dance and how our minds truly are, stronger than we think.

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The man, the icon, the legend

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is all about the man who has inspired me for decades...Michael Jackson!

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Then...and now

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk about the differences I've noticed in dance, from when I was in full time training and auditioning to what I am seeing today.

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Come to The Edge they said...so I did and I flew

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today I talk about my time at The Edge dance studio In Los Angeles and how very different my experience was there than in London...

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That time I accidentally started a dance school

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today I'm talking about that time I accidentally started a dance school and how I never intended to even teach, let alone run a school and how letting go of outcomes and expectations helped get me there.

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Seasons of change

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I'm talking about all things change and how dance can mean different things to you at different seasons of your life.

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The Ballet teacher that brought me back to life again

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:37:52 GMT

In episode 2, I reminisce about a pivotal moment in dance, where a special guest Ballet teacher brought me back to life and cemented my love of dance again and how letting go enables you to get into the best kind of flow.

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My story

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:18:10 GMT

Welcome to the very first episode in the Confessions of a dancer podcast. In this episode, I am opening up about my story and how I came to find dance, what it means to me and how things have changed throughout the years, how I almost walked away for good and how I'm ready to step into my next season.

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