Dance Decoded
Gabriel Stoltz & Veronique Hall
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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.
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S1E7 "WHOS MOTHER IS THIS" With Justone du Plessis
In this episode we sit down with the one and only Justone du Plessis, international dancer and choreographer - born and raised in South Africa.
S1E6 Couch Convo: Julia Smit
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.
S1E5 Synthesis Dance Convention
Introducing the Synthesis Dance convention - followed by a small but insightful tangent on workshop culture. Synthesis Dance Convention - please follow on instagram for updates
S1E4 Toxic Studio Culture
In today's episode we discuss how to spot when studio culture gets toxic, why this happens, and a viewpoint from both sides.
S1E3 Competition Industry Insider
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…
S1E2 New Year's Prep: Competitions
The new year brings so many choices in regards to dance competitions. Join us as we help you navigate this world.This is Dance Decoded!
S1E1 New Year's Prep: Training
New Year, new choices to make. Let us help guide you. From class to studio selection and everything in between.This is Dance Decoded!
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Dance Decoded is a podcast that aims to inform, empower, and protect dancers in the South African context. It addresses the confusion and concerns of parents, teachers, and dancers, providing clear…
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Dance Decoded has published 8 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Arts, Performing Arts.
Dance Decoded is currently declining with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 50m.
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