Living the Dream

About Living the Dream

Living the Dream, sponsored by Jackrabbit Dance, it’s the newest go-to podcast for dance educators, studio owners, and industry leaders looking for real conversations, inspiration, and insights into the dance world. Hosted by Rhee Gold & Laura Giacomelli, each episode brings authentic, unfiltered discussions with top professionals who are shaping the future of dance education and business. Whether you're a studio owner striving for success, a dance teacher passionate about making an impact, or simply someone who loves the art and industry of dance, this podcast is for you. Join us as we dive deep into the realities of studio life, artistry, and leadership—all with a touch of humor, heart, and wisdom. Coming soon to wherever you get your podcasts 🎙️

Publisher

Rhee Gold in association with Roar Success

Category

arts · business · education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

18 Mar 2025

Latest episode

21 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

29 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Apr 2026

   Suzanne Citere

   Suzanne’s story is the definition of long-term impact. She’s been educating dancers for four decades, built RealDance into a community powerhouse, and helped students reach Broadway, TV, cruise lines, films, and national tours, plus top university programs. She’s also a DanceLife Magazine contributor, a respected competition judge, and a leader who believes dance training can shape who a child becomes. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

2. 

   21 Apr 2026

   Cris Rodriguez

   We're joined by Cris Rodriguez, who went from running a top-performing martial arts school to building the largest digital marketing agency in the martial arts industry. She’s also an EOS Implementer who helps entrepreneurs build real systems.We’re digging into what dance studios can borrow from martial arts to increase enrollment, improve retention, and market with confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

3. 

   21 Apr 2026

   Chat with JackRabbit

   We’re going live with our friends at Jackrabbit Dance for the next Living the Dream. Join us as we talk all things dance, what Jackrabbit has planned, and how they continue to support studios everywhere. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

Who has been a guest on Living the Dream

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Zakiya Harris
• Kofi Osei Williams
• Debbi Dee
• Jason Pickett
• Dre Torres

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

13,718

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

46

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.