The Dancing Housewife Podcast

In this episode of The Dancing Housewife podcast, get top tips for turning an ordinary hotel room into your organized competition headquarters. Learn strategies for efficient unpacking, laundry management, creating designated zones, ensuring quality sleep, and packing essential food and extras. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a novice, these hacks will help you stay organized, rested, and ready to perform.Just a quick note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. That means when you use the affiliate links in this episode to check out products I mention, you’re not only grabbing something useful—you’re also supporting the podcast at no extra cost to you. Thanks for helping keep theshow going!Affiliate Links:Heavy Duty Vacuum Suction CupJ-Hooks https://amzn.to/4l7BtG1Wrinkle Release Spray (travelsize) https://amzn.to/40vGlwZTravel Steamer https://amzn.to/3GVXaKPTravel Hangers https://amzn.to/4lOQNrSPop Up Travel Hamper/Laundry Baskethttps://amzn.to/3GCaMuSStand Up Makeup Brush Bag https://amzn.to/3IxsaBDStand Up Make Up Bag https://amzn.to/4kJSntTMagnifying, Lighted travel Mirror https://amzn.to/4m30jYjDunkin Donuts Ground Coffee https://amzn.to/4nXjxQPTravel Collapsible Kettel https://amzn.to/4nWD5osCollapsible Travel Pour Over CoffeeBrewer https://amzn.to/3GUznLmTravel Utensils – Combination Spoonand Fork (Spork) https://amzn.to/4lGqiVLCollapsible Bowl https://amzn.to/4nZqMI2Collapsible Travel Mug https://amzn.to/3ISznvUMini Travel Fan https://amzn.to/44GBfAGEye/Sleep Mask https://amzn.to/3IB3sQNTravel Foam Roller https://amzn.to/44WHVcOMassage Balls https://amzn.to/4eZObVvTravel Yoga Mat https://amzn.to/46RaU48IQ Bars https://amzn.to/455jhqyGel Toe Separators https://amzn.to/3GV0OEMCompression Sleeve (feet) https://amzn.to/4kRMElXCompression Sleeve (calves) https://amzn.to/4eZOnEdMini Massage Gun https://amzn.to/3GTBCP4Dance Slippers https://amzn.to/415IJe2If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ApplePodcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform, follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode The DancingHousewife shares a personal story about overcoming pre-showcase nerves using amental strategy called the 'Four Minute Mental Workout.' This quick, practicalworkout involves four steps: breath work, practicing gratitude, positiveself-talk, and setting intentions. The episode highlights the significance ofmental preparation and its impact on performance, using examples like Olympicsprinter Gabby Thomas to illustrate its effectiveness. Listeners are encouragedto incorporate this routine into their daily practice to enhance theirconfidence and performance in ballroom dancing.00:00 Welcome to the DancingHousewife Podcast 00:22 A Personal Story:Overcoming Showcase Nerves01:01 Introducing the FourMinute Mental Workout01:37 Step 1: Find YourBreath02:30 Step 2: PracticeGratitude03:07 Step 3: PositiveSelf-Talk04:03 Step 4: Set YourIntentions04:51 The Power of MentalWorkouts: Gabby Thomas' Story06:47 Final Thoughts andFarewell  Affiliate Links:The Dancing Housewife’s Top: https://amzn.to/4lKZ4NcThe Dancing Housewife’s Earrings: https://amzn.to/4lREP0fThe Dancing Housewife’s Earbuds: https://amzn.to/4kzmpk0 If you’reenjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review andsubscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ApplePodcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform andfollow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife FanClub on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! Anddon’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In the inaugural episode of the Dancing Housewife podcast's special series, 'Raising Ballroom Stars: A Parent's Guide to Youth Dance Sport,' The Dancing Housewife introduces parents to the world of competitive ballroom dance. She explains the various styles within ballroom dancing, including International Latin, International Standard, American Rhythm, and American Smooth, highlighting their differences. The episode also covers the basics of dance competitions, emphasizing the importance of understanding the progression from syllabus routines to open routines. Listeners receive valuable advice on the unique aspects of ballroom dance, such as the significance of presentation, partnerships, and etiquette. Essential etiquette rules for parents, including avoiding sideline coaching and respecting partnership dynamics, are discussed. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming topics in the series, such as selecting the right studio and managing dance partnerships. If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

If you've ever panicked mid-cha-cha because someone shouted “rotate!” and you weren’t sure if that meant turn or trade partners… this one’s for you.In this episode of The Dancing Housewife Podcast, we’re breaking down the unspoken rules of ballroom studio etiquette—the insider customs, quirky traditions, and glitter-coated expectations that no one tells you about (until you’ve already committed a studio sin or two). From shoe protocol and partner politeness to how NOT to exit like a ghost after class, we’re covering it all—sparkles, snafus, and all.Whether you’re brand new to ballroom or just need a refresher on how to keep it classy between cross-body leads, this episode will have you laughing, learning, and leaving every class with confidence (and your dignity).✨ What You’ll Learn:Why showing up early makes all the differenceThe secret art of partner rotation (without the panic)What to say when you totally blank mid-patternHow to avoid the most common dance floor faux pasWhy "thank you" and a smile go further than you think📝 Grab the printable Studio Etiquette Quick-Reference Guide: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_RqyKWppFl1sbEUC_9wMKaS86tmd_9Nq?usp=share_link If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode, The Dancing Housewife welcomes professional 9-dance couple Claire Widman and Dante Camacho. Claire, who started dancing as a child, and Dante, who took up dance in adulthood, share their insights into the world of ballroom dancing. From the transition between dance styles to the balance of technique versus expression, they delve into what it means to compete and why they love the glamor of ballroom. The couple also discusses how they manage their relationship both on and off the dance floor, offering tips for balancing competitive training with maintaining a personal connection. For those interested, Claire and Dante can be found teaching at the Ballroom of Sacramento (www.ballroomofsacramento.com) and on Instagram at claireanddantedancing. Don't miss out on this fascinating discussion about the joy and intricacies of ballroom dance! 00:00 Welcome to the Dancing Housewife Podcast00:41 Meet the Guests: Claire and Dante01:45 Claire's Journey into Ballroom Dancing03:18 Dante's Late Start in Dance04:54 The Glamour of Ballroom Dancing08:21 Balancing Relationship and Dance Partnership11:09 Competition vs. Social Dancing15:03 Advice for Adult and Senior Dancers18:46 Technique vs. Expression in Dance22:58 Where to Find Claire and Dante23:49 Closing Remarks and Farewell If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

This week, The Dancing Housewife interviews Yanina Kisler, a two-time US National Champion in international standard dancing and an accomplished engineer. Yanina reflects on her incredible journey from the Soviet Union to the United States which fueled her passion project in retirement—preserving the oral histories of Jewish immigrants from the USSR. Yanina discusses the unique migration patterns of Soviet Jews in the 1970s and 1980s, the challenges they faced, and the powerful stories captured in her book, They Were Fighters: Oral Histories of Jews Leaving the Soviet Union. The discussion also touches on the personal and societal impacts of these stories and emphasizes the importance of documenting personal histories. Finally, Antoinette and Yanina explore the intersections between Yanina's ballroom dancing and her historical work, highlighting the determination and passion present in both pursuits. They Were Fighters: Oral Histories of Jews Leaving the Soviet Union is available on AmazonClick the affiliate link below to purchase your copy today! https://amzn.to/447s2zT Visit page 173 of The Jewish Link Newspaper to read Martin Bodek’s review! Interested in booking Yanina to speak to your group or at your event? Contact her directly at yanina.kisler@comcast.net If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

This week The Dancing Housewife shares practical advice on tackling competition makeup and hair. The episode provides a comprehensive guide on achieving competition-ready looks, including recommended products, application techniques, and essential tools for both makeup and hair along with tips for post-competition skin recovery. Links to everything:CLICK HERE FOR THE ESSENTIALS MAKE UP KIT CHECKLIST DIY HAIR ARSENALGot2b Ultra Glued Invisible Styling Gel: https://amzn.to/3FPfkNNGot2b Glued Water Resistant Spiking Glue/Hair Gel: https://amzn.to/3FPfkNNGot2b Glued Blasting Freeze Hairspray: https://amzn.to/443DOw1Rattail tail comb:  https://amzn.to/4mSeq3NBoar Bristle Brush for Smoothing:   https://amzn.to/3ZW4pbYTravel Blow Dryer:  https://amzn.to/445sQX0Ceramic Flat Iron:  https://amzn.to/3FH13Ty1- inch Curling Iron:  https://amzn.to/3T1ghWBRIDE OR DIE MAKE UP PRODUCTSSmashbox Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer: https://amzn.to/45dgAVnUrban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion:  https://amzn.to/3FPaccBJones Road Neutralizer Pencil (corrector):  https://amzn.to/4mTA1ZLJones Road What the Foundation:  https://amzn.to/446Bh4fJones Road Face Pencil (concealer):  https://amzn.to/3SJyoQGJones Road Gel Bronzer:  https://amzn.to/4mSEICZTwo Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer:  https://amzn.to/4dQFPyZJones Road Miracle Balm - Au Natural (highlighter):  https://amzn.to/3Ziqwt6Jones Road Lip & Cheek Stick (blush):  https://amzn.to/43Sj0q4Urban Decay Brow Blade:  https://amzn.to/45bg7mJFavorite Morphy Eye Shadow Pallettes:·      9W Smoke & Shadow:  https://amzn.to/3TcFNYG·      9C Matte Essentials – Cool Toned:  https://amzn.to/45fJynB·      9B Matte Essentials – Warm Toned: https://amzn.to/4kH9wFp·      Pulp Fiction Brown & Violet Luminous Payoff:  https://amzn.to/3ZppWK6Urban Decay Moondust Glitter Shadow Singles:·      Cosmic (sheer white glitter)·      Glitter Rock (lilac sparkle)·      Space Cowboy (champagne gold & silver sparkle)Urban Decay Moondust Liquid Glitter Liner:·      Pyro (iridescent sparkle):  https://amzn.to/45elqSr·      Midnight Cowboy (gold glitter):  https://amzn.to/43QHU9vKat Von D Tattoo Eye Liner:  https://amzn.to/458YFPILipSense 18 hour lip color:·      Sassy Z (bright red) Lip Stain:  https://amzn.to/4kvlwcS·      Glossy (clear gloss top coat):  https://amzn.to/3Hywpfy·      Opps Remover:  https://amzn.to/446CkBdWonderskin Wonder Blading Lip Stain Peel Off Masque and Glitter Gloss Bundle (bright Red):  https://amzn.to/3TeZLCcPre-Glued False Eye Lashes:  https://amzn.to/446EUqTTOOLSMorphe Face and Eye Brush Set:  https://amzn.to/43AvCU7Morphe Eye Stunners Brush Set:   https://amzn.to/3FLzKYbMorphe Face Brush Set:  https://amzn.to/3ZS7vhcMorphe Sponges:  https://amzn.to/3ZUp28tEye Shadow Shields/Pads/Stencils:  https://amzn.to/459TDT3Zippered Travel Make Up Brush Organizer/Holder: https://amzn.to/4mSup1OMy Favorite Makeup Bags:·      https://amzn.to/3HqRXuH·      https://amzn.to/3ZWR9E3Travel Make Up Mirror: https://amzn.to/4kW4apwhttps://amzn.to/4kW4apwPOST COMPETITION FACE/EYE RECOVERYCeraVe Eye Make Up Remover: https://amzn.to/4dWj7pdMary Kay Micellar Water:   https://amzn.to/4dUxOt4CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser:  https://amzn.to/43Nkf9ZCeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment:  https://amzn.to/4kRNcsdCeraVe Ultra-light Moisturizing Gel:  https://amzn.to/4kxcPyRGrace & Stella Under Eye Patches (for puffy eyes and dark circles):  https://amzn.to/446RVkm If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode – Part Four of the Ballroom on a Budget Series -  the Dancing Housewife offers practical tips for saving money while competing in ballroom dance events. Covering smart travel strategies, fee-saving hacks, and DIY beauty routines, this episode aims to help dancers manage their competition budgets without sacrificing the glam and fun. Listeners will learn how to make intentional spending choices, score travel deals, and prepare their hair and makeup at home. Additionally, the episode discusses the benefits of smart eating, choosing between competition packages and a la carte options, and the importance of having a compatible competition buddy. Tune in to ensure your dance journey remains financially sustainable and enjoyable. If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s special episode The Dancing Housewife shifts her focus to men's ballroom dance attire. Breaking away from the previously announced topic of travel money-saving hacks, she introduces episode 3.5 of the 'Ballroom on a Budget' series. The episode offers practical advice on how gentlemen can look sharp on the dance floor without overspending. Key strategies include buying secondhand, renting outfits, and DIY customization. The episode emphasizes the importance of tailoring and maintaining a polished look with accessories and proper garment care. Stay tuned for the next episode, which will return to money-saving tips for travel and competitions.If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In the third episode of the 'Ballroom on a Budget' series, the Dancing Housewife dives into the costs and savings of ballroom dance costumes. She discusses purchasing pre-owned costumes gives tips for renting costumes, and how to create ensembles using affordable accessories and DIY stoning. She emphasizes strategically investing in key pieces and ensuring a good fit and confidence over the total number of stones. A special upcoming episode is also teased, focusing on saving on competition travel and packing efficiently If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode, The Dancing Housewife continues the Ballroom on a Budget series by addressing the costs associated with lessons, training, and practice. The Housewife provides practical tips on maximizing the value of private lessons, utilizing group classes, leveraging online learning resources, and implementing effective solo practice routines—all while keeping expenses in check. Listeners are encouraged to rethink traditional training models and blend different learning methods to improve their dancing skills without breaking the bank. The next episode in the series will focus on everything you ever wanted to know about affordable ballroom dance costume, but were afraid to ask.If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this premiere episode of the 'Ballroom on a Budget' series, The Dancing Housewife delves into the often-hidden costs associated with ballroom dancing. From lessons and competitions to costumes and travel, she breaks down each major expense category and offers tips on where to splurge and where to save. Listeners will discover practical strategies for enjoying ballroom dance without breaking the bank, including insights on quality instruction, cost-effective costume solutions, money-saving travel tips, and budget-friendly glam options. Future episodes promise deeper dives into each of these areas with more detailed advice and listener-submitted hacks.If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode The Dancing Housewife is joined by Duffy Betterton, the mastermind behind Dance Dress Couture and the Ballroom Box. Together, they unbox and explore the Spring Ballroom Box, revealing each item and its unique use. From a heel repair duo and a quick-fix makeup corrector wand to a professional brush set and a luxurious body scrub, this episode offers a detailed look at the season's best ballroom essentials. Tune in for an exciting behind-the-scenes look, tips on using each product, and insights into ballroom dance self-care. Perfect for both seasoned competitors and social dancers, this episode guarantees you'll want to subscribe to the Ballroom Box for a touch of sparkle and glamour. To become a Ballroom Box subscriber, visit ballroombox.me and be sure to use coupon code BBHousewife at checkout to receive a special 10% discount for listeners of The Dancing Housewife Podcast! If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

In this week’s episode, The Dancing Housewife welcomes Michael Bronte, a certified nutrition coach and founder of Guided Nutrition. Michael shares his journey from an entertainment career, including being a Chippendale dancer, to becoming a nutrition expert with 35 years of experience. They discuss his approach to helping clients improve their health habits, emphasizing adding positive elements rather than restricting them. Key topics include customizing nutrition plans, the importance of protein and proper hormone balance, and debunking common nutrition myths. Michael also reflects on the challenges and joys of ballroom dancing, the importance of daily habits, and the unexpected benefits of the dance community. To learn more about My Guided Nutrition you can visit the website at https://myguidednutrition.com or email Michael Bronte directly at myguidednutrition@gmail.com.If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content. 

This week The Dancing Housewife discusses the phenomenon of post-competition blues that many dancers experience after a big event. She explains the psychological and physiological reasons behind post-competition blues and offers practical tips to manage and overcome them, which emphasizes the importance of a proactive approach to shift from feeling lost to feeling re-energized. The Housewife also encourages listeners to share their own experiences and recovery strategies in the comments or via email. If you’re enjoying The Dancing Housewife let us know! Leave a comment or review and subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or your favorite platform and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and join ⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Fan Club on Facebook ⁠⁠so you never miss an episode! And don’t forget to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dancing Housewife Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content.