Real thoughts and real conversations about navigating adulthood, healing, self-care & wellness, spirituality, entrepreneurship & life as a dancer. Dive into deep conversations with Marissa as she shares personal experiences and life lessons life with passion, purpose, and grace. Listen and engage in conversations that she has with other purpose-driven creatives who are also passionate about life & transformation. If you’re ready to go beyond the surface then sit down, relax, and let's get real.
176: the power of speaking up, having discernment, and saying NO to toxic leadership w/ Samantha
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In this episode, Marissa gets REAL with fellow dance fitness professional, former TU instructor and event curator, Samantha, to chat about the recent reckoning happening in the dance fitness industry. We also dive into her birth chart, so listen until the end for some cosmic insight.
LET'S CONNECT:
Podcast Instagram:@letsjustberealpod_ (https://www.instagram.com/letsjustberealpod/)
Marissa's Instagram: @rissfitkitty (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Samantha's Instagram: @instuh_sam (https://www.instagram.com/instuh_sam/)
Real Hot Retreats @realhotretreats_ (https://www.instagram.com/realhotretreats_/)
Episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@MarissaTonge/podcasts)
Midheaven Mami Astrology on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@letsjustberealpod)
RRDF on Instagram: @realrhythmdancefitness (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Bonus podcast & Astrology content on Substack (https://substack.com/@marissatonge)
WORK WITH ME 1:1
Get a Birth Chart Reading here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/cfb8a2b2-2c9a-4d04-8b99-849d2d424da6)
Book a Midheaven & Career Visibility Session here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/8b38edcb-cf0c-47bd-96e0-4d5cbe4dd9ac)
Apply to my Creator Mentorship Program here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeG2W5kYQS-lM3c3kPQH5EyM_3Vx7FDfWRhyV06EqVYJpuixg/viewform?usp=sf_link)
Book a Clarity Call with me here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/d99b4ac3-134d-4cf5-b3da-5ea579c4b6d3) (pick my brain):
Apply for Confidence Coaching here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexaDE9YTmbx1ClO7BoZJ_BHvzPPMdpA3Elt2KhaqXZV0wxug/viewform?usp=header)
MOVE YOUR BODY:
Get full access to my meditations, dance tutorials, workouts & stretch sessions in my Real Vibe Tribe app (https://apps.wix.com/place-invites/invite-lp/c6847ad0-a589-4b0c-8d1c-f07968084a14?ref=so.) . Save $15 off your first 3 months of your RRDF Unlimited Monthly Membership with an EXCLUSIVE promo code for podcast listeners: "LJBRPOD"
SELF-CARE TOOLS:
Check out my "60 Days of Self Care" Journal (https://www.realrhythmdanceandfitness.com/shop)
FREE dance and workout classes with RRDF on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/realrhythmdf)
UPGRADE YOUR STILETTOS:
***SLAY the dancefloor or stage with Burju Shoes (https://lddy.no/1jnvb) . Get 20% off your first purchase, and 10% off all other others with code "RISSFITKITTY".
MY RECOMMENDED MEAL DELIVERY SERVICE:
CookUnity (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) provides meals created by local chefs, with a various number of cuisines, options, and plan prices. Get $50 off your first order (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) with free shipping when you use code "MARTONGE00"
26 Sept 2026
175: women ain't sh*t either sometimes: calling out bullies, narcissists and fake women empowerment in the dance and fitness industry
As a feminist, I hate to say it but, women can be just as bad as men sometimes. Let's talk about fitness moguls and leaders in the dance fitness industry who are really horrible people at the core. Tap into the continuation of Marissa's social media rant calling out industry leaders.
Join me in PHUKET, THAILAND from November 7-13, 2027 for 7 days of relaxation, pampering, island exploration, and slowing down your mind and body. Early bird registration is OPEN! Book here (https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-marissa-tonge-nov-2027)
LET'S CONNECT:
Podcast Instagram:@letsjustberealpod_ (https://www.instagram.com/letsjustberealpod/)
Marissa's Instagram: @rissfitkitty (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Real Hot Retreats on Instagram: @realhotretreats_ (https://www.instagram.com/realhotretreats_/)
Video Episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@MarissaTonge/podcasts)
Midheaven Mami Astrology on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@letsjustberealpod)
RRDF on Instagram: @realrhythmdancefitness (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Bonus podcast & Astrology content on Substack (https://substack.com/@marissatonge)
WORK WITH ME 1:1
Get a Birth Chart Reading here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/cfb8a2b2-2c9a-4d04-8b99-849d2d424da6)
Book a Midheaven & Career Visibility Session here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/8b38edcb-cf0c-47bd-96e0-4d5cbe4dd9ac)
Apply to my Creator Mentorship Program here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeG2W5kYQS-lM3c3kPQH5EyM_3Vx7FDfWRhyV06EqVYJpuixg/viewform?usp=sf_link)
Book a Clarity Call with me here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/d99b4ac3-134d-4cf5-b3da-5ea579c4b6d3) (pick my brain):
Apply for Confidence Coaching here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexaDE9YTmbx1ClO7BoZJ_BHvzPPMdpA3Elt2KhaqXZV0wxug/viewform?usp=header)
MOVE YOUR BODY:
Get full access to my meditations, dance tutorials, workouts & stretch sessions in my Real Vibe Tribe app (https://apps.wix.com/place-invites/invite-lp/c6847ad0-a589-4b0c-8d1c-f07968084a14?ref=so.) . Save $15 off your first 3 months of your RRDF Unlimited Monthly Membership with an EXCLUSIVE promo code for podcast listeners: "LJBRPOD"
SELF-CARE TOOLS:
Check out my "60 Days of Self Care" Journal (https://www.realrhythmdanceandfitness.com/shop)
FREE dance and workout classes with RRDF on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/realrhythmdf)
UPGRADE YOUR STILETTOS:
***SLAY the dancefloor or stage with Burju Shoes (https://lddy.no/1jnvb) . Get 20% off your first purchase, and 10% off all other others with code "RISSFITKITTY".
MY RECOMMENDED MEAL DELIVERY SERVICE:
CookUnity (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) provides meals created by local chefs, with a various number of cuisines, options, and plan prices. Get $50 off your first order (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) with free shipping when you use code "MARTONGE00"
17 Sept 2026
174: how to go from anxious attached to confident & unbothered
Being anxious attached is the worst feeling when dating or dealing with romantic interests. The clinginess, the abandonment wounds, the fear of rejection... yep we get it. Let's talk about 6 ways to stop anxious attachment and step into your queen energy.
LET'S CONNECT:
Podcast Instagram:@letsjustberealpod_ (https://www.instagram.com/letsjustberealpod/)
Marissa's Instagram: @rissfitkitty (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Real Hot Retreats on Instagram: @realhotretreats_ (https://www.instagram.com/realhotretreats_/)
Video Episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@MarissaTonge/podcasts)
Midheaven Mami Astrology on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@letsjustberealpod)
RRDF on Instagram: @realrhythmdancefitness (https://www.instagram.com/rissfitkitty/)
Bonus podcast & Astrology content on Substack (https://substack.com/@marissatonge)
WORK WITH ME 1:1
Get a Birth Chart Reading here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/cfb8a2b2-2c9a-4d04-8b99-849d2d424da6)
Book a Midheaven & Career Visibility Session here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/8b38edcb-cf0c-47bd-96e0-4d5cbe4dd9ac)
Apply to my Creator Mentorship Program here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeG2W5kYQS-lM3c3kPQH5EyM_3Vx7FDfWRhyV06EqVYJpuixg/viewform?usp=sf_link)
Book a Clarity Call with me here (https://shop.beacons.ai/marissatonge/d99b4ac3-134d-4cf5-b3da-5ea579c4b6d3) (pick my brain):
Apply for Confidence Coaching here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexaDE9YTmbx1ClO7BoZJ_BHvzPPMdpA3Elt2KhaqXZV0wxug/viewform?usp=header)
MOVE YOUR BODY:
Get full access to my meditations, dance tutorials, workouts & stretch sessions in my Real Vibe Tribe app (https://apps.wix.com/place-invites/invite-lp/c6847ad0-a589-4b0c-8d1c-f07968084a14?ref=so.) . Save $15 off your first 3 months of your RRDF Unlimited Monthly Membership with an EXCLUSIVE promo code for podcast listeners: "LJBRPOD"
SELF-CARE TOOLS:
Check out my "60 Days of Self Care" Journal (https://www.realrhythmdanceandfitness.com/shop)
FREE dance and workout classes with RRDF on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/realrhythmdf)
UPGRADE YOUR STILETTOS:
***SLAY the dancefloor or stage with Burju Shoes (https://lddy.no/1jnvb) . Get 20% off your first purchase, and 10% off all other others with code "RISSFITKITTY".
MY RECOMMENDED MEAL DELIVERY SERVICE:
CookUnity (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) provides meals created by local chefs, with a various number of cuisines, options, and plan prices. Get $50 off your first order (https://www.cookunity.com/landing-referral?referral_code=martonge00) with free shipping when you use code "MARTONGE00"
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