Best Nicole Graf Podcasts (2024)

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Ballet Boundaries: Nicole Perry and Sarah Lozoff on Effective Communication 1:16:51

4h ago1:16:51

1:16:51

Intimacy direction in dance. What the heck is it, why is it important and how can these practices be brought into ballet training? Our guests, Nicole Perry and Sarah Lozoff, respected intimacy coordinators who have consulted with RudduR Dance as well as American Ballet Theater, share their expertise on how effective communication between dancers ca…

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Open Forum 7/9/24: Should President Biden leave the 2024 Democratic ticket? 49:59

15h ago49:59

49:59

Should he stay or should he go? After President Biden's poor showing in the June 27 presidential debate, some prominent Democrats have called for him to get out of the presidential race. Our listeners share their opinions on the topic.

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Medical Monday 7/8/24: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly Beers 49:38

1d ago49:38

49:38

We welcome Dr. Kelly Beers, a nephrologist at Albany Medical Center. Ray Graf hosts.

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Food Friday 7/5/24: Nutrition with Nicole Rodriguez, RDN 50:27

5d ago50:27

50:27

Nicole Rodriguez returns to offer delicious and healthy ideas for your summer table. Ray Graf hosts.

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Home Improvement with Darren Tracy 7/3/24 50:19

7d ago50:19

50:19

Home maintenance and repair expert Darren Tracy is back to take your calls. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.

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Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 7/2/24 42:47

8d ago42:47

42:47

Our favorite avian experts are back to answer your questions. Give us a call at show time, 2pm. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.

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Medical Monday 7/1/24: Gastroenterology with Dr. Rohit Dhingra 50:24

9d ago50:24

50:24

We welcome Dr. Rohit Dhingra, an interventional gastroenterologist practicing with Albany GI. Ray Graf hosts.

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Food Friday 6/28/24: Ice Cream with Megan Kitsock and Katie Camarro 48:46

12d ago48:46

48:46

The hot weather is back. Let's break out the ice cream. Today we welcome Katie Camarro of Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce and Megan Kitsock of Supreme Soft Serve. 800-348-2551 is the number to call. Ray Graf hosts.

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Astronomy 6/27/24 50:02

13d ago50:02

50:02

Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent astronomy news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Weather with Reid Kisselback 6/26/24 49:46

14d ago49:46

49:46

Summer is officially underway. We welcome NewsChannel 13 meteorologist Reid Kisselback to answer your weather questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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What We Would Have Done Differently as Dance Parents 26:33

14d ago26:33

26:33

In this episode, we revisit one of our earliest topics: "What would you have done differently as dance parents?" Join us as we reflect on our journey, sharing the mistakes we made and the invaluable lessons we learned along the way. Tune in for honest insights and practical advice for every ballet parent. We'll also tackle other listener questions …

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Climate change and clean energy with Dan Delurey 6/25/24 51:08

15d ago51:08

51:08

Dan Delurey joins us to answer your questions about climate change and emerging clean energy technologies. Dan is Senior Fellow for Energy & Climate at Vermont Law and Graduate School. Call with your question. Ray Graf hosts.

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Medical Monday 6/24/24: Headaches and migraines 50:12

16d ago50:12

50:12

We welcome back Dr. Hida Nierenburg, director of Headache Medicine at Nuvance Health. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.

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Dancer Stories: Abigail Huang, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre 16:05

21d ago16:05

16:05

In our first episode of Dancer Stories, Jenny and her daughter Abbey share how Abbey got her first ballet contract. Tune in to hear how a meeting about dorm policy violations at a summer intensive turned into an apprenticeship offer with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. After a last-minute decision to attend the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Company Experien…

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RAs Spill The Tea On Ballet Summer Intensives 50:29

28d ago50:29

50:29

We're talking with Robert Fulton and Camille Kellems, both professional dancers and also RAs at ballet summer intensives. Get ready for a mix of insider info that's helpful for parents as well as hilarious anecdotes as Robert and Camille let us in on what really goes on behind the scenes. From dorm antics to practice mishaps, they’ve seen it all—an…

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Food Friday 6/7/24: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol 50:23

1M ago50:23

50:23

Chef Gail Sokol returns to draw back the curtain on the mysteries of chiffon. Ray Graf hosts.

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Gardening 6/6/24 51:30

1M ago51:30

51:30

The gardening experts are back to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Computers with Tony Yang 6/5/24 49:57

1M ago49:57

49:57

We talk computers today and welcome back Tony Yang of Gig Computers. Ray Graf hosts.

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Adam McKinney, Artistic Director Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre 1:02:19

1M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Tune in as we chat with Adam McKinney who has just finished his first year as artistic director of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Hear about McKinney's own background to learn how it impacted his career as a male ballet dancer and how it informs his leadership at PBT. We also got a sneak peek at McKinney's plans for the coming years, both in terms of p…

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Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 6/4/24 49:53

1M ago49:53

49:53

Our favorite avian experts are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Medical Monday 6/3/24: Podiatry with Dr. Douglas Tumen 49:55

1M ago49:55

49:55

Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Food Friday 5/31/24: Cooking with Bruce and Mark 49:25

1M ago49:25

49:25

Prolific authors and podcasters Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough are back to talk about all things food and cooking. Ray Graf hosts.

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Astronomy 5/30/24 51:04

1M ago51:04

51:04

Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent astronomy news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Writers Forum 5/29/24 51:19

1M ago51:19

51:19

We talk about writing and the creative process today with Barbara Chepaitis, Lale Davidson, JPV Oliver and Marshall Karp. Call with your question. Ray Graf hosts.

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Alicia Graf Mack, Dean & Director, Dance Division at Juilliard 58:53

1M ago58:53

58:53

Join us as we talk with Alicia Graf Mack, the first person of color and the youngest ever to head the Dance Department at Juilliard. Our conversation covered not only how the program is structured, but also the current state of the job market, what Juilliard dancers do once they graduate as well as the school's cross-over academic program that allo…

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Aging Together with Greg Olsen 5/28/24 49:34

1M ago49:34

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May is Older Americans Month. Our guest today is Greg Olsen, Acting Director of the New York State Office for the Aging. We'll discuss a range of issues affecting older adults, including social isolation and resources available to help older adults address them. We’ll also talk about the state’s Master Plan for Aging, which is a roadmap being devel…

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Melonie Buchanan Murray, Director, University of Utah School of Dance 1:01:41

2M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

We're joined by Melonie Buchanan Murray, the Director of the School of Dance at the University of Utah. Our conversation covered a variety of areas, including the repertoire the dancers typically perform, admissions standards, the emphasis Ms. Murray puts on mental health awareness, how injuries affect grading and how students can get a BFA in Ball…

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Susan Stowe, Chair of the Dept. of Dance at Point Park University 54:30

2M ago54:30

54:30

We're joined by Susan Stowe, Chair of the Department of Dance at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA. Ms. Stowe discusses the various tracks students can follow in the dance department, including degrees in ballet, jazz or modern dance and gives us a sneak peek at their latest initiative. Beginning Fall 2024, Point Park University's dance progr…

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Larry Attaway Chats With Us About Butler University's Dance Program 1:12:49

2M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

Join us as we explore Butler University's Department of Dance, with Larry Attaway, who serves as Chair and Executive Artistic Director. Consistently ranked as one of the top five collegiate ballet programs in the U.S., Mr. Attaway fills us in on its diverse study options—including a dedicated teaching track—as well as the exciting performance oppor…

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Phil Chan, Co-Founder Final Bow For Yellowface 51:22

2M ago51:22

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Tune in to our latest episode featuring Phil Chan, co-founder of Final Bow for Yellowface, as we discuss the issue of Orientalism in ballet. Phil talks us through how his organization is actively combating stereotypes and Orientalist tropes within the art form. We also hear how major ballet companies are joining the movement, signing the Final Bow …

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Tim O'Keefe, Artistic Director, Texas Ballet Theater 48:01

3M ago48:01

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In this episode, we sit down with Tim O'Keefe, Artistic Director of Texas Ballet Theater, for an insightful discussion on the company's repertoire and his approach to artistic direction. We also explore the Texas Ballet Theater Studio Training Company, which offers aspiring dancers a platform to hone their skills. Join us for a candid conversation …

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Mavis Staines & Keith Morino Discuss The Company Life Experience at Canada's National Ballet School 1:02:35

3M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Mavis Staines has been described as a visionary dance educator who has revolutionized the way dance is taught, performed, witnessed and shared across Canada and around the world. Over her 30-year tenure as Artistic Director of Canada’s National Ballet School, she has cemented the School’s reputation as the leading champion of programming excellence…

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Christopher Hird Takes Us Inside Sarasota Ballet's Studio Company 57:00

3M ago57:00

57:00

Christopher Hird, Director of Education for Sarasota Ballet joins us to discuss post-graduate training programs. Hird brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation, having dedicated his career to shaping the next generation of ballet artists. From fostering technical proficiency to encouraging artistic expression, Hird shares the se…

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Chatting With Christopher Ruud, Second Company Manager & Rehearsal Director, Kansas City Ballet 49:44

3M ago49:44

49:44

Ballet Help Desk sat down with Christopher Ruud, Second Company Manager and Rehearsal Director at Kansas City Ballet. This wide-ranging conversation covered everything from how the post-graduate levels are structured to performance opportunities to how students typically move through the ranks of the school. Chris also touched on the channels throu…

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Inside Indiana University's Ballet Program with Sarah Wroth 1:10:42

4M ago1:10:42

1:10:42

We sat down with Sarah Wroth, Chair of the Department of Ballet at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, to hear all about IU's ballet program. University ballet programs are becoming an ever more viable means to a professional ballet career and IU is a leader is turning out well-trained and mature, employable dancers. Tune in to hear about …

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European Bridge Programs: Talking With Jean-Yves Esquerre, European School of Ballet 1:22:47

4M ago1:22:47

1:22:47

Jean-Yves Esquerre, Founder and Director of European School of Ballet, joins us to talk about his classical and contemporary trainee programs, the current state of the job market in Europe and why he thinks some schools need to rethink their post-graduate programs. Be sure to also listen for information on ESB's inaugural summer intensive taking pl…

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Racheal Nye, Oklahoma City Ballet, Talks High Achievement And High Empathy 1:11:58

4M ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Join us for a wide ranging chat with Racheal Nye, Director of the Yvonne Chouteau School and Studio Company at Oklahoma City Ballet. Ms. Nye covers everything you wanted to know about their trainee program and second company, including how they recruit, what they look for and what the path into the main company looks like. Ms. Nye also talks about …

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Chatting With Lauren Richter, Principal Tulsa Ballet Center For Dance Education 57:53

4M ago57:53

57:53

Ballet Help Desk sat down with Lauren Richter, School Principal for the Tulsa Ballet Center For Dance Education to learn more about the school, its trainee program as well as the second company, known as TBII. She talked about how the programs recruit, the performance opportunities available, the best ways to audition and how students can progress …

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Vanessa Léonard Discusses Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Aspirant Program 50:16

5M ago50:16

50:16

Ballet Help Desk sat down with Vanessa Léonard, Director of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Anna McCowan-Johnson Aspirant Program. She covered not only how the program is structured, but how dancers work with the main company, where dancers get jobs and also how students can audition to join the program. Ms. Léonard also covers the unique challenges th…

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Peter Stark Discusses Ballet Post-Grad Programs & The State Of The Job Market 1:13:11

5M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

Peter Stark, President and Director of The Rock School For Dance Education, talks with us about the current state of the job market and what he thinks about the growth of post-graduate ballet programs. He also provides valuable advice for any students who are hitting the audition circuit, including what to look for in a post-graduate program, how t…

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A Force For Change: TaKiyah Wallace-McMillian, Brown Girls Do Ballet 1:32:33

5M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

We talked with TaKiyah Wallace-McMillian, founder of Brown Girls Do Ballet, to learn about its evolution from a personal photography project to a major philanthropic force. She discussed the organization's impact on diversity in the arts, highlighting their advocacy work, scholarship and grant programs as well as their and their global mentoring pr…

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Inside BalletMet: Talking Trainees and Second Company with Maria Torija 1:10:21

5M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

Ballet Help Desk sat down with Maria Torija, Director of the Academy at BalletMet. Tune in to hear all about how the trainee program is structured, how the school recruits and how they work with BalletMet2. Dr. Torija also discusses how the school provides career support for its students as well where trainees and second company dancers ultimately …

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Ballet Bridge Programs: Maria Konrad, Director Nashville Ballet 2 1:12:11

6M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

Maria Konrad sat down with Ballet Help Desk to share her experiences working with Nashville Ballet Two's trainees and dancers, preparing them for future ballet careers. Gain insights into the unique blend of training and performance opportunities that shape the dancers' journeys and get the inside scoop on this crucial stage of professional develop…

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The Realities Of Post-Grad Ballet Programs With Alan Hineline, CPYB 43:28

6M ago43:28

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We sat down with Alan Hineline, Director of the Pre-Professional Division & Resident Choreographer at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet to get his take on the growing world of post-graduate ballet programs. We asked him why so many programs seem to be popping up, how he helps his students figure out the best fits and the role he sees post-graduate …

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Navigating The Post-Graduate Levels in Ballet Education 1:08:09

6M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

Join us as we chat with former San Francisco Ballet Soloist, Julianne Spratlin. Julianne now runs Dance Training Center, San Francisco a pre-professional ballet program. We discussed the current state of ballet training and how she sees the role post-graduate or "bridge-level" training plays in a dancer's journey. Dance Training Center SF: https://…

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Ballet By The Numbers: Navigating The Career Landscape In The U.S. With Jason Yeung 41:36

6M ago41:36

41:36

"Becoming a professional ballet dancer in the United States requires years of training, dedication, and luck. With only a few thousand full-time jobs available, navigating a ballet career can be challenging and filled with uncertainty." These are the words that open the seminal report, the DataPointes Guide, developed by former dancer, Jason Yeung.…

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Making The Most of Your Older Teen's Summer Intensive 18:29

7M ago18:29

18:29

We're rereleasing a podcast we aired back in the late spring. Tune in to hear everything you need to know on how your older teens can maximize success at their summer intensive.By Jenny Huang and Brett Gardner

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Sending Your Young Dancer Off To A Summer Intensive 24:12

7M ago24:12

24:12

As a close-out to our Summer Intensive Boot Camp, we're releasing an episode that talks about getting ready to send your young dancer off to a ballet summer intensive. Tune in for tips for making the most of your dancer's time away! Summer Intensive Boot Camp: https://ballethelpdesk.com/summer-intensive-bootcamp/…

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Talking Summer Intensive Planning and Strategies With Deidre Byrne, Maryland Youth Ballet 45:31

7M ago45:31

45:31

Tune in for our conversation with Deidre Byrne, Artistic Director of Maryland Youth Ballet. Deidre takes us through how they counsel students on how to choose which summer intensives to audition for and ultimately attend. She looks at it from the perspective of a student at a local school and discusses what they see as the most important things a s…

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Navigating Ballet Summer Intensive Auditions With Lauren Fadeley-Veyette 54:13

7M ago54:13

54:13

We sat down with Lauren Fadeley-Veyette to discuss how Kansas City Ballet School handles ballet summer intensive auditions. KC Ballet School is part of the National Summer Intensive Audition (NSIA) Tour and part of our conversation covered the pros and cons of the NSIA. We also covered a lot of ground on both in-person and video auditions. Tune in …

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