
The Brainy Ballerina Podcast
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<p>The Brainy Ballerina Podcast is a podcast for aspiring professional ballet dancers who want to learn what it really takes to build a smart and sustainable career in the dance industry.</p><p>Former professional ballerina turned Dance Educator and Career Mentor Caitlin Sloan peels back the curtain of the professional dance world with open and honest conversations about the realities of becoming a professional dancer.</p><p>Along with sharing her industry knowledge, Caitlin interviews top dancers, educators and experts in the dance industry who share their stories to inform, motivate and inspire you to pursue your dance career with confidence.</p><p>Tune in each week for actionable tips and advice to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in a professional dance career on your terms.</p>
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Recent Episodes

June 22, 2026
109. What Dancers and Parents Need to Know About College Dance Programs with Ashley Thorndike
Host Caitlin of The Brainy Ballerina Podcast interviews Ashley Thorndike, PhD, a dance college counselor, about navigating dance program admissions and building a sustainable career.

June 15, 2026
108. How the Pandemic Unexpectedly Launched Kendall Lademann's Dance Career
Host Caitlin Host interviews professional dancer Kendall Lademann about her unexpected pandemic-fueled dance career launch and navigating industry pivots.

June 8, 2026
107. Dance as Medicine with Arts in Health Professional Kate Webb Berk
Host Caitlin of The Brainy Ballerina Podcast interviews Arts in Health Professional Kate Webb Berk about dance's powerful role in physical and mental wellbeing.
113 total episodes available with 6 transcripts
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Holly Dorger
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- What is The Brainy Ballerina Podcast?
<p>The Brainy Ballerina Podcast is a podcast for aspiring professional ballet dancers who want to learn what it really takes to build a smart and sustainable career in the dance industry.</p><p>Former professional ballerina turned Dance Educator and Career Mentor Caitlin Sloan peels back the curtain of the professional dance world with open and honest conversations about the realities of becoming a professional dancer.</p><p>Along with sharing her industry knowledge, Caitlin interviews top dancers, educators and experts in the dance industry who share their stories to inform, motivate and inspire you to pursue your dance career with confidence.</p><p>Tune in each week for actionable tips and advice to empower you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in a professional dance career on your terms.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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