Dance Real Podcast
Podcast Description
Dance Real Podcast is hosted by Kate Histon-Behrend a former dance studio owner of 23 years, now international dance judge, mindset coach to dancers and leadership mentor to teachers and studio owners.
Join in on real conversations exploring the trickier sides of the dance industry with tips and tricks and featuring stories of resilience, triumph, and growth. From dancers and professional performers to teachers and often-overlooked dance parents, each episode dives deep into their unique journeys. With expert insights and reflections from Kate’s years of experience, this podcast sheds light on the full spectrum of the dance world—both on and off the stage
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores various themes within the dance industry such as mental health, body positivity, and communication among dancers and educators. Episodes like the first one, which discusses the challenges male dancers face and the significance of fostering supportive environments, highlight personal stories of resilience and growth while offering practical tips for dancers and educators alike.
Welcome to Dance Real—a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the dance industry to explore what really goes on behind the scenes. I’m your host, Kate Histon—former dancer, teacher (RAD), studio owner, international adjudicator, mindset coach, and someone who’s lived through the pressure, perfectionism, and unspoken harm that too often defines the dance world. This podcast is for dancers, teachers, and parents who are ready to hear honest conversations—about everything from artistry to crossed boundaries, competition, community, intuition to industry norms—and start reimagining a healthier, more progressive approach to dance. We’re here to talk about what’s real. Because only when we tell the truth can we change the story.
www.katehiston.com
📲 @kateHiston 📲 @Master_Dancer_Mindset 🎙 @Dance_Real_Podcast
Season Two Ep: 10
Improvisation in the Art of Life – Dance Real Reflection
In this episode of the Dance Real Podcast, Kate explores the concept of improvisation not just in dance but as a vital life practice. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity over judgment, the need for spaciousness in our actions, and the detrimental effects of harsh self-judgment. Kate encourages listeners to embrace improvisation as a mindset that allows for exploration, growth, and self-kindness, ultimately viewing life as a dynamic and evolving score where we are the dancers.
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Follow Kate for more episodes, personal reflections, and real-talk on healing and integrity in the dance world:
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🎧 Podcast: Dance Real Podcast – Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms
Disclaimer:
The Dance Real Podcast is a space for open, honest conversations rooted in real-life experiences within the dance world. What I share—and what my guests share—is based on personal perspective, not professional advice. If you’re seeking support for your mental health, legal matters, or business decisions, I encourage you to speak with a qualified professional.
The views expressed by guests are their own and don’t always reflect mine. Any references to people, places, or situations are shared with respect and the intent to spark reflection, learning, and conversation—not to harm or misrepresent.
By engaging with this content, you acknowledge and agree that the host, guests, and Dance Real Podcast are not liable for any decisions made based on the information provided.
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