We are sitting down with the iconic Julia smit to hear the full story, her journey, including behind the scenes TEA on "Hop, Hop, Spinnekop" with Kurt Darren.
Synthesis Dance Convention
2026/02/23 | 27 mins.
Introducing the Synthesis Dance convention - followed by a small but insightful tangent on workshop culture.
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Toxic Studio Culture
2026/02/13 | 58 mins.
In today's episode we discuss how to spot when studio culture gets toxic, why this happens, and a viewpoint from both sides.
Competition Industry Insider
2026/02/06 | 49 mins.
In this episode we dive into the backend of competitions. What to look for when selecting competitions, red flags, green flags and everything you need to know in order to enter this season confidently.
New Year's Prep: Competitions
2026/01/25 | 53 mins.
The new year brings so many choices in regards to dance competitions. Join us as we help you navigate this world.
Dance Decoded: No Choreography, Just Truth is a South African dance podcast created for the people who shape dancers behind the scenes — dance moms, guardians, and teachers.Based in South Africa, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the local dance industry, unpacking the truths, myths, and unspoken realities that affect our dancers every day. From studio culture, competitions, contracts, training pathways, and costs, to wellbeing, professionalism, and long-term sustainability — nothing is off-limits.Dance Decoded exists to inform, empower, and protect. We break down industry practices, address common concerns, and provide practical insights so parents and educators can make confident, informed decisions for the dancers in their care.This is not about choreography or trends — it’s about clarity, accountability, and community. Honest conversations. Real experiences.South African dance, decoded.