Pole Parlour Pole Dance Podcast

On this episode, we have Amy Guion. Amy is a full time pole professional as boss babe at Pole Sport Organization and also teaching her Bendability Fitness program. On this episode, we talk about her history as a pole teacher, studio manager, competitor, and world traveler; what inspired her to start one of the world’s largest pole competition organizations; the challenges and evolution of Pole Sport Organization, as well as the positive response to her recent announcement of the addition of an exotic dance category. Check out Amy’s post podcast interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/7/6/post-podcast-interview-amy-guion ++++++ Show Notes: Amy’s Social Media: Website (Bendability Fitness): http://www.bendabilityfitness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.guion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyguion Pole Sport Organization Social Media: Website: http://polesportorg.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PoleSportOrganization Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polesportorg/ Tw

On this episode, we have Nikki St. John. Nikki is the creator of the popular online communities Pole Dance Nation and Aerial Nation, which she originally created to promote her Pole Dancer book series. On this episode, we talk about how she has parlayed her love of pole dance into creating other opportunities for herself, specifically with acting and performing, how she is expanding into creating custom video content, and how she unintentionally created a platform that has enabled hundreds of thousands of polers—and non polers—from around the world to connect and promote pole as a legitimate, inclusive form of dance. Check out Nikki’s post podcast interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/6/29/post-podcast-interview-nikki-st-john ++++++ Show Notes: Social Media Website: http://www.poledancenation.com/ Instagram (Pole Dance Nation): https://www.instagram.com/poledancenation/ Instagram (Aerial Nation): https://www.instagram.com/aerialnation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PoleDanceNationBooks

On this episode, we have Mr. Steven Retchless. Steven is an OG Pole Dancer and professional vacation artist. On this episode, we talk about his history as a dancer and mainstream exposure on America’s Got Talent, the connection between pole and spirituality, Britney Spears, his bomb ass upcoming pole retreat in Mexico, and many other fun tangents. Check out Steven’s post-podcast interview at http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/6/20/post-podcast-interview-steven-retchless. ++++++ Show Notes: Steven’s Social Media: Website: http://www.sretchless.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sretchless/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StevenRetchlessAGT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/StevenRetchless ONE Pole Retreat: Website: http://www.sretchless.com/#!onepoleretreat/ejvvx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_pole_retreat/ ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for all those bewitched by pole dance. Each week, your madame Crimson Minxxx has candid conversation with unique, engaging in

On this episode, we have Sheena, the founder and boss babe of Super Fly Honey Pole Wear. Sheena was inspired to start a pole wear line after falling in love with pole dance and falling out of love with her career in the corporate world. On this episode, we talk about how passion is more important than education when starting a business, the realities of being a one-woman show, and how she has successfully launched a brand that embodies her personal voice and spirit. ++++++ Show Notes: Super Fly Honey Social Media: Website: http://www.superflyhoney.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superflyhoneyworld/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superflyhoneyworld/ Super Fly Honey Brand Ambassadors: http://www.superflyhoney.com/ambassador ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for all those bewitched by pole dance. Each week, your madame Crimson Minxxx has candid conversation with unique, engaging individuals from within and around the pole dance community. Pole Parlour is passionate about preac

On this episode, we have Maggie Ann. Maggie is a pole dance performer, instructor, and competitor from Central Massachusetts. On this episode, we talk about her recent first runner up victory at Miss Pole Dance America, the realities of participating in and judging pole dance competitions, finding your voice as a dancer, or what we referred to as being a “movement artist”, and what it’s like being a full-time pole professional. And as always, head on over to the blog at www.PoleParlour.com to check out Maggie Ann’s post-podcast interview where she shares her favorite photos, music, video, and more. ++++++ Show Notes: Maggie Ann’s MPDA 2016 Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_tCzzlPDgs Maggie Ann’s Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggie_falling/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maggieann25 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/magss25 Paradigm Pole Fitness: http://www.paradigmpolefitness.com/ ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for all those bewitched by pol

On this episode, we have Kelly Yvonne. Kelly is a pole dancer, choreographer, producer, director, and business woman. On this episode, we talk about how she discovered pole in 2009 and quickly turned it into her full-time career, her vision in creating artistically engaging, immersive experiences through her signature pole shows, and what it takes to maintain momentum and stay creative through the inevitable ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. Check out Kelly’s Post-Podcast Blog Interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/5/18/post-podcast-interview-kelly-yvonne ++++++ Show Notes: Kelly’s Social Media: Website: https://kellyyvonne.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelyvon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelyvon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kelyvonchoreography Twitter: https://twitter.com/kelyvon The Choreography House Social Media: Website: https://thechoreographyhouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechoreographyhouse/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ch

On this episode, we have Kelly Maglia. Kelly is an LA-based pole dancer, contortionist, fashion designer, and legit rock star! On this episode, we talk about how she discovered pole dance and how that led her to her current obsession with contortion and Chinese pole, designing costumes for pole dancers and what inspired her to create her new “Get a Grip” line of pole wear, and pursuing her passion for rock music and how she has managed to integrate pole performance into her live shows! Kelly is a rare breed… a passionate artist who has skillfully managed to combine all of her artistic passions into a cohesive, creative personal brand and career. Check out Kelly’s Post-Podcast Blog Interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/5/4/post-podcast-interview-kelly-maglia ++++++ Show Notes: Kelly’s Social Media: Website: http://kellymaglia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellymaglia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kelly-Maglia/108409282541180?fref=ts&ref=br_tf YouTube: https://www.yo

On this episode, we have everyone’s favorite pole dancing stripper with a Ph.D., Lux ATL. We discuss breaking constrictive social stereotypes and how feminism and pole dance go hand in hand, Lux’s love of story telling and performance art as means to engage audiences in meaningful discourse, and what inspired her to create her signature courses: Stripcraft and the new Stripcraft Spellbook. Get ready for Lux to dish out some passionate, southern-style pole dance philosophy. Check out Lux’s Post-Podcast Blog Interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/4/27/post-podcast-interview-lux-atl ++++++ Show Notes: Lux’s Social Media: Website: https://luxatlpole.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lux_atl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lux.atl Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpinnersNSaints Stripcraft Spellbook: https://luxatlpole.com/spellbook/ Stripcast Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stripcast-true-stories-from/id1106904007?mt=2 ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for

On this episode, we have Shayne Evans. Shayne is an Aussie living in Los Angeles, who has made a career in pole dance OFF the pole as a publicist, social media advisor, correspondent, and overarching business professional. On this episode, we talk about how she fell into all of these different areas of expertise, the difference between poling in the United State verse Australia, and she shares with us numerous stories about her pole dance adventures along the way. ++++++ Show Notes: Shayne’s Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaynebabe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shayne.evans Vertical Life PR: https://www.facebook.com/VerticalLifePR/ Become ambassador or blogger at United Pole Artists: http://unitedpoleartists.com/contact-us/ Articles about cancelled Australlian Pole Camp: http://unitedpoleartists.com/2015/01/australian-pole-camp-and-convention/ http://unitedpoleartists.com/2015/04/australian-pole-camp-and-convention-update/ http://unitedpoleartists.com/2015/06/where-are-the-

On this episode, we have Brian Wolf. Brian is an LA-based pole dance teacher, competitor, and performer. On this episode, we talk about his experience being a male poler in a female-dominant industry, the benefits of “cross-training” in different areas of dance, performance art, and fitness to become a well-rounded poler, and what it takes to engage an audience, be it in an entertainment or competitive performance. Brian’s good vibes are contagious in this episode: you can tell he really cares for and enjoys being in the pole dance community. Check out Brian’s Post-Podcast Blog Interview here: http://www.poleparlour.com/blog/2016/4/12/post-podcast-interview-brian-wolf ++++++ Show Notes: Brian’s Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booboobrian/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/booboobrian Brian’s recommends checking out these other male polers: Steven Retchless: http://www.sretchless.com/ Josiah “Bad Azz” Grant: http://www.josiahgrant.com/ MoNika Ell: https://www.facebook.com/monika.ell.

On this episode, we have the one and only Alethea Austin. Alethea is regarded as one of the foremost pole dancers in the world, known for her sensual movement, her raw, gritty, powerful performances, and for her creative vision, both as a showgirl and a business woman. On this episode, we talk about how she’s built her career in pole through diverse channels, how she’s transitioned from competing and touring into opening her own studio and creating high-caliber pole dance productions, and how important it is to follow your own path in order to be relevant and avoid burn out. We also delve into the importance of investing in education as a business owner and the realities of pulling off her large-scale pole dance competition, Miss Pole Dance America. ++++++ Show Notes: Althea’s Social Media: Website: http://www.aletheaaustin.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AletheaAustinFanPage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aletheaaustineyes/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aletheaaustin Miss Pole Danc

On this episode, we have Tammy Morris. Tammy is an former exotic dancer and current fitness professional from Vancouver who has been pole dancing for over 20 years. On this episode, we talk about her history discovering pole and her adventures as an exotic dancer throughout the 90’s, her experience having founded the Canadian Pole Fitness Association and opening her highly regarded pole studio Tantra Fitness, and what it’s like being a mother of 3 while running her business and remaining an influential figure in the pole dance community. ++++++ Show Notes: Tammy’s 2014 UPA Sexy Pole Challenge video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sz7amh39pk Tantra Fitness: http://www.tantrafitness.com Tantra Tutorials: http://www.tantratutorials.com Tammy’s Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tammy.morris.5621 Tantra Fitness Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tantrafitness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tantrafitness/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Tantrafitness1 ++++++ Pole

On this episode, we have Roz Mays, aka Roz the Diva. Roz is a New York City based pole instructor and fitness trainer specializing in exercise virgins and plus sized women. During our interview, we talk about her wild ride as a pole dancer over the past 9 years, including the media blitz that arose after—on America’s Got Talent—Howard Stern told her she was “too fat to have a career in fitness”, her experience loosing multiple jobs for being a pole dancer, and the inspiration behind launching Dangerous Curves, the world’s first plus-sized pole competition. Amongst many other things. And just to keep it real, I was suffering from some major allergies during the interview so apologize for any coughs I wasn’t able to edit out, and thank Roz for being so cool when we had to pause and re-record. Multiple times. ++++++ Show Notes: Dangerous Curves Plus Sized Pole Competition: https://www.facebook.com/DC.Competition/ PoleCon 2016: http://www.poleconvention.com Roz’s Social Media: Website: http://rozthediva.com

On this episode, we have Jillian of Pole Geek. Pole Geek is Jillian’s online persona and website where she shares the ups and downs of pole training, body love, and the path to a happier and more creative lifestyle. During our interview, we discuss Jillian’s experience staying body positive as a thicker-sized dancer, placing realistic expectations on one’s self as an amateur dancer, and the exciting potential for pole dance to expand in a creative, diverse manner. ++++++ Show Notes: Leigh Acosta Aerial Pole at Lucha VaVoom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVbytlU3fU4 The "Flying Gympole": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDDE0ZsYbFk Pole Geek Blog Posts: "Why do people HATE fat athletes?": http://www.polegeek.net/2016/02/why-do-people-hate-fat-athletes.html "My Pole Story | Pole Geek": http://www.polegeek.net/2013/04/my-pole-story.html Social Media: Website: http://www.polegeek.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PoleGeekBlog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pole_geek/ Twitter: https://twitter.co

On this episode, we have Tonya Kay. Tonya is a dancer/actress/artist/business woman who discovered pole dance through her immersion in the world of experimental performance art. Tonya speaks with us about the magic of live performance, and shares her inspiration and experience with producing and starring in the Pinup Pole Show, which is full-scale production in Southern California featuring classic cars, retro burlesque, and Pinup Pole Dancers. As you’ll see, her passion and positivity for art and dance is contagious! ++++++ Show Notes: Pinup Pole Show: Website: http://pinuppoleshow.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pinuppoleshow Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pinuppoleshow/ Tonya Kay: Website: http://www.tonyakay.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/grapespacecoaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zacktheboogieman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purerenegade/ ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for all those bewitched by pole dance. Each week, your madame Crimson

On this episode, we have Annemarie Davies, aka the Queen of Sexy. As we learned in Part 1, Annemarie is an OG poler who originally discovered pole dance in 2002 and who is still an influential and undeniable force in the community today. We discussed her experience witnessing the birth and growth of pole over the past 14 years, the history of contemporary pole dance, what makes someone sexy, and what inspired her to start United Pole Artists. In part 2 we chat more about changing the public perception of pole dance, her experience as a teacher, and educating people about pole dance through her upcoming documentary, Fistful of Steel. We left with Annmarie acknowledging the uphill battle when it comes to getting positive exposure for pole dance, but enthusiastically confirming that we are winning. ++++++ Show Notes: Early Pole Influencers: Fawnia Dietrich: http://www.polefitnessstudio.com/about-fawnia/ Bobbi: http://bobbispolestudiogold.com.au/about-bobbi.html Vertical Joe's: http://www.verticaljoes.com/in

On this episode, we have Annemarie Davies, aka the Queen of Sexy. Annemarie is an OG poler who originally discovered pole dance in 2002 while performing as a stripper—and is still an influential and undeniable force in the pole community today. She is the co-creator of the Bringing Sexy Back campaign, founder of United Pole Artists, and an expert performer and teacher of sensual dance. Annemarie had so much amazingness to share that her interview is a two-parter. In this episode, we discuss Annemarie’s experience witnessing the birth and growth of the pole dance community over the past 14 years, the history of contemporary pole dance, what makes someone sexy, and what inspired her to start United Pole Artists. ++++++ Show Notes: Book referenced by Annemarie: "Girl Show: Into the Canvas World of Bump and Grind" by A. W. Stencell Social Media: Annemarie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeenofsexy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amdavies9 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/amdavies9 Social M

Carmine Black is a pole dance instructor, performer, and competitor. She has successfully used social media as a way to grow her pole persona and recently left her day job to pursue pole dance as a full-time profession. On this episode she discusses both the positive and negative aspects of putting herself out there online as a pole dancer, as well as how she’s hoping to promote more personal exploration and acceptance in the pole community. Show Notes: Liquid Motion: http://liquidmotionct.com/ Carmine's Social Media: Instagram: @CarmineBlackDance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=797249516&fref=ts ++++++ Pole Parlour is a fun, inspiring podcast for all those bewitched by pole dance. Each week, your madame Crimson Minxxx has candid conversation with unique, engaging individuals from within and around the pole dance community. Pole Parlour is passionate about preaching creativity, soulful sensuality, and empowerment through pole dance. Learn more at http://www.poleparlour.com/ Theme mus

In this brief intro episode, Crimson Minxxx introduces herself and gives an overview of what to expect from the Pole Parlour Pole Dance Podcast. ++++++ Pole Parlour is passionate about preaching creativity, soulful sensuality, and empowerment through pole dance. Learn more at www.PoleParlour.com Theme music: “This Church” Written by Aaron Drake and Ayana Hampton

Today on the podcast, we have Candace Cane. I wanted to bring Candace on the show because she is one of those rare dancers who has her hand in the proverbial cookie jar of all things pole dance: she’s an instructor, performer, stripper, video vixen, and competitive pole dance champion. And because of this she has an interesting and well-rounded perspective of pole dance. On this episode she shares her experience of being a full-time dancer, along with her views on how we as pole dancers should unite as an empowered, diverse community rather than divide ourselves based on insignificant differences. Also, as a disclaimer, I’ve never done a spoken interview or podcast before, so I want to thank everyone ahead of time for sticking with me through some of my cringe-worthy moments… hopefully my talking skills will get better as time goes on! ++++++ Show Notes: Candace will be performing and doing workshops in Minneapolis, February 18–22, at Dolls on Parade: http://www.dollsonparade.com/ Candace’s Pole Crush: