Rhinestones and Rants
Rhinestones and Rants
Podcast Description
Welcome to Rhinestones & Rants, where the glitz of the dance world meets the real talk of industry and a dance mom who lived it every day. This podcast isn’t just about perfect pirouettes and dazzling costumes—it’s about the raw, unfiltered journey of raising dancers, navigating the competitive scene, and balancing the chaos of life beyond the studio.
Each episode dives into the heart of industry secrets and behind every amazing dancer is dance mom life with humor, honesty, and a little bit of sparkle. From the backstage battles over costume rhinestones to the emotional rollercoaster of competition season, no topic is off-limits. Expect lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, expert interviews, and listener call-ins where real moms share their experiences—the good, the bad, and the tutu-clad tantrums.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers around the realities of raising dancers and industry insights, with themes including competitive dance culture, studio ownership challenges, and the emotional ups and downs of competition season. For example, Episode 1 emphasizes choosing the right dance studio, while Episode 2 reveals behind-the-scenes truths from a former studio owner, and Episode 3 features a personal journey of a dancer navigating the industry.
Welcome to Rhinestones & Rants, where the glitz of the dance world meets the real talk of industry and a dance mom who lived it every day. This podcast isn’t just about perfect pirouettes and dazzling costumes—it’s about the raw, unfiltered journey of raising dancers, navigating the competitive scene, and balancing the chaos of life beyond the studio.
Each episode dives into the heart of industry secrets and behind every amazing dancer is dance mom life with humor, honesty, and a little bit of sparkle. From the backstage battles over costume rhinestones to the emotional rollercoaster of competition season, no topic is off-limits. Expect lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, expert interviews, and listener call-ins where real moms share their experiences—the good, the bad, and the tutu-clad tantrums.
This week on Rhinestones & Rants, Eshe Gibbs opens up about her powerful journey through the highs and heartbreaks of the dance world.
From being treated “like family” to realizing that loyalty can turn toxic, Eshe shares the red flags she missed, the lessons she learned, and the courage it took to walk away, not just from a studio, but from everything holding her back.
Now, she’s living her dream, teaching with purpose, and proving that peace, confidence, and self-worth will always outshine fear and control.
It’s honest, raw, and deeply inspiring, a story about breaking free, finding your voice, and reclaiming your freedom one eight-count at a time.
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