Episode 10: Toxic Studios

25/08/2025 26 min

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Episode Synopsis

The girls are back! In this week’s episode, we’re diving into a topic I know so many of us have heard about—toxic studio culture. From the wild stories and drama that can unfold inside the dance world, to the underlying factors that actually create this environment, we’re breaking it all down.We’ll talk about how parents, teachers, and studio leaders can navigate these challenges, and how leadership can play a major role in shaping studio culture—for better or for worse. We’ll also dig into favoritism, one of the most talked-about issues in the dance world, and explore the common misconceptions around what favoritism really is.It’s a real, honest conversation about the experiences we’ve all seen or heard, and how we can work toward building a healthier, more positive studio environment.