Pole Pod
Dolly Daggerz
Welcome to Pole Pod with your host Dolly Daggerz!
A safe space where I talk all things mindset with your Pole Idols.
I will be pulling back the shiny, polished curtain (that we see on social media and on stage) and revealing what’s really going on inside the mind of the performer.
I will also be aiming to answer the following questions:
How can we combat the mental health issues facing pole dancers and performers, athletes, artists alike?
What can we learn from those who have struggled?
What tools can we learn to be more adept at facing challenge?
How can having deeper conversations about pole dancing help the pole community at large?
My aim, as a pole dancer who has struggled with anxiety, panic attacks, perfectionism (and more!) is to help others.
If this helps you please feel free to reach out, share, like and connect with me and the guests interviewed.
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03/11/24 • 62 min
Joanna recently won the Australian Pole Art Championships at 54 years young.
In this episode we talk all things from poling over 50 and pole longevity to her competition process and performing on Australia’s Got Talent eleven years ago.
One to inspire us all to keep moving as we age and also to take care of our bodies so we can stay active as long as possible.
Link to Joanna’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/joannalittlewoodjohnson_pole?igsh=cXRqNHh1bW5sdm96
Link to Joanna’s Studio in Perth: www.corefusionstudios.com.au
Link to Joanna’s Pole Competition Pole Unity:
www.poleunity.com.au
Joanna’s Teacher Training Course:
www.corepoletraining.com.au
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01/08/24 • 59 min
We kickstart 2024 with a thought inducing Episode with Yumi Sykes - who fuses ballet and pole in her performances.
We talk imposter syndrome, dealing with the critical voice and talk strategising and goal setting for 2024.
It’s also very ironic that I’ve spent many a day wanting to be able to dance more soft and subtle, whilst Yumi has had moments questioning her own style and feels a need to go more dramatic, more comedic. Proof that those self worth thoughts ‘Am I enough?’ ‘Is my art any good?’ etc. are prevalent amongst creatives.
Why can’t we embrace our critical styles and celebrate our uniqueness?
What is this strangeness that makes us want to, instead of embrace our strengths, pick at our weaknesses like some strange scab that’s very tiny but annoying?
Can we stop picking at ourselves and create the art our hearts want us to?
Links:
Yumi’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/yumipolerina?igsh=MTlvdHNvOXM0MmM5cg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Learn with Yumi:
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11/13/23 • 64 min
I loved listening back to this conversation with the incredible Aimee Spinks.
If you don’t know Aimee I would definitely recommend heading over to her Instagram @aimeespinkspersonal and watching the performances we talk about here. Her Pole Art 2021 winning routine is highlighted on her Instagram profile and we talk about this performance in detail.
What stood out to me from this conversation was how Aimee feels fear and, knowing that’s a sign to do the thing that’s uncomfortable, moves towards it.
I also love how she rarely gets stressed or frustrated when creating and has confidence in her problem solving ability so remains calm throughout the creative process.
I will definitely be trying to emulate this calm, quiet confidence and maybe she’s convinced me try weight training too!
Links:
Aimee’s Instagram : @aimeespinkspersonal
Aimee’s Photography: @aimeespinksphotography
Aimee’s Photography Website: https://www.aimeespinks.com/
Book Dolly mentions:
Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers PHD
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I was super excited to talk to the amazing Pixie Le Knot who is one of the UK’s leading contortionists.
She has appeared in the Game of Thrones, The Devil lnside & It Never Sleeps and has established a career in amazing contortion performances.
We talk about the reality of life on set, how to build a career as a contortionist, vegan activism and her vegan diet. We bust flexibility myths and misconceptions about eating plant powered.
Links:
Pixie’s website: http://www.pixieleknot.co.uk/
Pixie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pixieleknot?igsh=MW9wbXR0d2tvaW40Ng==
Earthlings: https://youtu.be/UCwmtIBoEEY?si=Id4ETK_WSLC87qTO
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08/05/24 • 88 min
I first came across Julia Creadiva when competing at PSO in Switzerland. I saw her perform and thought WOW! Then I saw her perform her Scars to Your Beautiful performance and I knew I had to invite her to be interviewed (as I’ve wanted to talk about disordered eating for such a long time...)
So trigger warning! This episode is heavily based around eating disorders, society’s obsession with thinness, and being a female athlete with not many bigger, curvier role models.
Links:
List of Eating Disorder Helplines:
Reach out to Julia: @creadivapole
Learn with Julia: @humptyseven
Julia’s Mentor: @fabiennehumpty
Julia’s Website: https://www.creadivapole.ch
Insta link to Scars to Your Beautiful: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C59KaY8oTBQ/?igsh=MWltaGlwMm1udnVydg==
Julia’s PSO Zurich Winning Performance:
https://youtu.be/dWrNAc5IJzE?si=w2C0jYCzrJs5jyde
Julia’s Ipsf world championship performance:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0kLnVjos82/?igsh=MjE3bTdseTBxejA3
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‘The nice thing now is I don’t really care because I’m living my joyful life…’ Darren Whitby
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07/15/24 • 86 min
Today I chat to Darren Whitby who is (alongside his husband Vishesh) currently European Same-Sex Latin Champion.
We talk about bias in the ballroom dancing judging sphere, along with the differences between competing in pole and ballroom.
We discuss the ups and downs of competing and when it would probably be a good idea to quit a pole competition, rather than pushing through.
Darren also talks openly about how it felt to be a gay boy growing up in Witham, Essex and his full circle moment performing in his hometown years later and winning the Mr Pole Essex title.
Darren on Instagram:
@darrendancefitness
Rainbow Nation:
https://rainbownationdance.com/
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06/24/24 • 114 min
Klodi Dabkiewicz is a versatile performer whose journey through the world of athleticism and artistry has been nothing short of extraordinary. With a foundation as a former Champion Class Rhythmic Gymnast boasting 12 years of experience, earning multiple titles as a Polish Champion.
Today, Klodi Dabkiewicz graces stages around the globe, captivating audiences with her exceptional acts. From top-tier Cabarets to Dinner shows, and from Theatrical to Corporate events, her performances have left an indelible mark at renowned venues such as Cirque du Soleil, Lio Ibiza, Cirque Eloize, Formula 1 Monaco GP, GOP Variete, Art on Ice, La Clique, La Soiree, and the Royal Opera House in London.
Years of competing in Rhythmic Gymnastics and Sports Aerobic as well as almost 20 years of Circus career gave her knowladge and understanding body’s functioning and abilities which she uses in her teachings. During pandemic she opened her online school @Enter_circus where she gives flexibility, contortion and handstands classes.
In this interview Klodi opens up about her pregnancy and getting back to performing post-partum. She busts those flexibility myths and talks about why she advocates a plant based diet.
Links:
Klodi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klodi.dabkiewicz?igsh=eHQ3c2dvZDUweGI0
Enter Circus Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/enter_circus?igsh=Y2I3dmVycnIxcWgx
Dominion film:
https://www.dominionmovement.com/watch
Cowspiracy documentary:
https://www.cowspiracy.com
What the Health documentary:
https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com
Game Changers documentary:
https://gamechangersmovie.com
Challenge 22+:
https://challenge22.com
Cronometer:
https://cronometer.com
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In this episode I interview Jack Scott-Lee, male identifying pole artist, performer, athlete and coach. Jack has been a professional pole dancer for 15 years. We talk about how to create a compassionate parent voice, how to be kinder to ourselves and feel we are worthy of all the most amazing things.
Books Jack recommends:
Radical Self Love by Gala Darling
I Am Enough by Marisa Peer
I Am Enough Meditation by Marisa Peer:
https://youtu.be/HeEvsUOu7ig?si=823K8CBDm5D1WckN
Links to try tapping with Jack:
https://youtu.be/Xv20cDmgJiw?si=wbt2bvYDL4VlV0mM
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05/24/24 • 81 min
Trigger Warning : Suicide and suicidal thoughts, alcoholism, addiction & depression.
Watch anything of Ollie on the pole and you’ll see that he is an incredible pole athlete. In this interview, however, you’ll realise he’s mentally much stronger than even his strongest power moves on the pole.
His mental strength to get through his toughest times is an absolute inspiration to all. He talks about his lowest moments candidly here - something that we didn’t plan at all but he went there and I’m very happy he opened up.
Being vulnerable is a super power and this episode proves it hands down.
If you are in crisis and need urgent help:
- Call 999 for an ambulance (or your country’s emergency line)
- Go straight to A&E, if you can
If you can't do this by yourself, ask someone to help you.
Mental health emergencies are serious. You're not wasting anyone's time.
Links:
Studio Flare: https://www.studioflare.co.uk/
Ollie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ollie.t.read?igsh=djloaGE0b28zajE1
Mental Health Help:
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Today’s episode is with Giordaina Hartley. Giordaina has had an amazing winning streak: She has won Miss Pole Dance UK, GBPC, LPC, YPC - to name but a few.
She’s extremely flexible and started with no previous experience which I find very encouraging as this really shows that if she can do it maybe we all can!
There is a pressure that comes with winning of course and we talk about the truth behind all those competition wins: the hard work, the self doubt and the discipline that goes on behind the scenes.
DM Giordaina for online flexibility privates and pole competition coaching:
https://www.instagram.com/giordaina_poles?igsh=MTloYmN5NDlrZmlsMA==
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FAQ
How many episodes does Pole Pod have?
Pole Pod currently has 23 episodes available.
What topics does Pole Pod cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Self Improvement, Athlete, Art, Creativity, Empowerment, Performing, Mental Health, Mindset, Fitness, Podcasts, Sport, Self-Improvement, Education, Health and Dance.
What is the most popular episode on Pole Pod?
The episode title '‘All This Energy Wasted on How We Look and How We Can Shrink Ourselves…’ Julia Creadiva' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Pole Pod?
The average episode length on Pole Pod is 68 minutes.
How often are episodes of Pole Pod released?
Episodes of Pole Pod are typically released every 14 days, 13 hours.
When was the first episode of Pole Pod?
The first episode of Pole Pod was released on Oct 13, 2023.
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