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Insuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalMaking Cyber Insurance Work for the Middle MarketCyber risk is a top global concern, yet middle market companies often lag in coverage. This excerpt of the Insuring Cyber Podcast, hosted by Elizabeth Blosfield, explores how insurers are tailoring policies with industry-specific endorsements to make cyber insurance more accessible and relevant for businesses that don’t speak “cyber” fluently. To watch the full episode with Michelle Chia, Cyber Chief Underwriting Officer for AXA XL, at RIMS RISKWORLD in Chicago visit https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25516/
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Insurance Journal PodcastMaking Cyber Insurance Work for the Middle MarketCyber risk is a top global concern, yet middle market companies often lag in coverage. This excerpt of the Insuring Cyber Podcast, hosted by Elizabeth Blosfield, explores how insurers are tailoring policies with industry-specific endorsements to make cyber insurance more accessible and relevant for businesses that don’t speak “cyber” fluently. To watch the full episode with Michelle Chia, Cyber Chief Underwriting Officer for AXA XL, at RIMS RISKWORLD in Chicago visit https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25516/
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2025-07-2402 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalHow Companies Are Adapting Sourcing StrategiesIn this sneak peek of the Insuring Cyber podcast, we explore how new and fluctuating trade barriers are reshaping global supply chains. As companies face unpredictable shifts in tariffs and trade policies, many are turning to scenario planning rather than rushing into operational changes. Hear how businesses are navigating this uncertain landscape and what steps they’re taking to protect against evolving economic risks. Watch this clip with host and Carrier Management Deputy Editor, Elizabeth Blosfield, as she talks with James Crask from Marsh.
Watch the full interview here: https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25456/
The po...2025-07-0302 minInsurance Journal PodcastHow Companies Are Adapting Sourcing StrategiesIn this sneak peek of the Insuring Cyber podcast, we explore how new and fluctuating trade barriers are reshaping global supply chains. As companies face unpredictable shifts in tariffs and trade policies, many are turning to scenario planning rather than rushing into operational changes. Hear how businesses are navigating this uncertain landscape and what steps they’re taking to protect against evolving economic risks. Watch this clip with host and Carrier Management Deputy Editor, Elizabeth Blosfield, as she talks with James Crask from Marsh.
Watch the full interview here: https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25456/
The po...2025-07-0302 minInsurance Journal PodcastThe Ethics & Edge of Agentic AI in InsuranceIn this Between the Lines, Elizabeth Blosfield sits down with Sathish Kumar, CTO at NeuralMetrics, to explore how Agentic AI is reshaping insurance—beyond the buzz. From AI-enhanced fraud detection to legacy system integration, this episode dives into the real-world opportunities and the ethical and regulatory challenges insurers must navigate. Satish offers a grounded take on why verticalized, industry-specific AI agents are crucial for meaningful transformation. To watch the full interview, visit https://www.carriermanagement.com/research/research/agentic-ai-in-action/
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 31: Abigail KeyesAbigail Keyes is in the studio this month! She is a former CIA political weapons analyst turned professional belly dancer. With a BA in Near Eastern Studies from Princeton and an MA in Dance Studies from Mills College, she blends academic insight with expressive movement and a deep amount of knowledge from her government background. She’s also an educator currently teaching two lecture courses at Skyline College in San Bruno, California.In this episode, we dive into how dance is more than art—it's protest, resistance, and cultural connection. Abigail shares how accessible, incl...2025-07-011h 06Insurance Journal PodcastFlorida’s Job Market Faces the AlgorithmThis Carrier Management special broadcast, hosted by Deputy Editor Elizabeth Blosfield, explores how AI is transforming hiring in Florida, highlighting tools like Mega HR’s “Megan” that automate much of the recruitment process.
While businesses embrace the efficiency and similar systems, experts warn of growing AI bias risks, legal challenges, and job seekers being filtered out before a human ever reviews their resume. The episode also touches on failed state legislation, ongoing lawsuits, and the insurance industry’s cautious optimism as it navigates this AI-driven hiring landscape.
The post Florida’s Job Market Faces the Algorithm...2025-06-2809 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How AI is Ushering in a New Era for InsuranceTom Wilde of Indico Data, explains the industry’s evolution from simply gathering and storing data to actually leveraging it for smarter decision-making. He describes the past decade’s investments in data infrastructure as a “race to the starting line,” setting the stage for AI to transform how insurers handle unstructured data like broker submissions and claims. With AI now capable of interpreting and acting on that information, insurers are entering a “decision era” where actionable insights—not just raw data—will drive competitive advantage into the next decade. Watch this clip from the InsurTech Summit with host and Deputy Editor of...2025-06-2601 minInsurance Journal PodcastNavigating the Future with Human + Machine CollaborationIn this episode of Between the Lines, host Elizabeth Blosfield sits down with Hanif Sidi, EY Americas EY Americas P&C Business Consulting Leader, to explore how Agentic AI—an advanced form of artificial intelligence capable of autonomous decision-making—is beginning to reshape core insurance functions.
From underwriting to claims handling and customer service, this conversation dives into the early adoption trends, hybrid workflows, and strategic considerations for insurers balancing innovation with the human element. Don’t miss this timely discussion on where Agentic AI is heading—and what it means for the future of insurance! Watch the whol...2025-06-2503 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How Can Insurers Balance Automation with the Human Touch?While automation can dramatically boost productivity in insurance operations, it shouldn’t come at the expense of human oversight. Michael Parcelli of Xceedance recommends a balanced approach—using technology to handle the bulk of routine tasks while keeping skilled professionals in the loop for exception management and quality control. This shift allows insurers to scale efficiently while maintaining accuracy and accountability. Watch this clip from the InsurTech Summit hosted by Deputy Editor of Carrier Management, Elizabeth Blosfield.
Check out this highlight from the 2025 InsurTech Summit! To watch all the panels visit https://theinsurtechsummit.com/
The post...2025-06-1601 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How Insurers Should Decide Their Tech StrategyIn an evolving digital landscape, insurers face a key decision: should they build technology in-house, partner with InsurTechs, or pursue a hybrid model? John Spottiswood of Jerry suggests that if a technology is a strategic differentiator—especially something core to customer experience or competitive advantage—it may be worth building internally despite the time and cost. However, for faster deployment and access to specialized expertise, partnering with InsurTechs often offers the most efficient path. Check out this clip from the summit with host and Deputy Editor of Carrier Management Elizabeth Blosfield.
Check out this highlight from the 2025 Insu...2025-06-1302 minInsurance Journal PodcastBetween the Lines: Autonomous Agents, Real Impact — How Agentic AI Is Re‑shaping P&C InsuranceThis episode of Between the Lines dives into “agentic AI”— autonomous systems that sense, decide, and act without continuous human intervention — and decodes what they mean for property‑and‑casualty carriers. Host Elizabeth Blosfield interviews Sathish Manimuthu, CTO of NeuralMetrics, and Hanif Sidi, EY Americas Property & Casualty Business Consulting Leader.
From turbo‑charging claims workflows and risk scoring to elevating fraud detection and hyper‑personalized customer touchpoints, the panel maps out the upside. This episode will also unpack the flip side: broader cyber attack surfaces, fairness and accountability worries, and the change‑management muscle insurers must build. Expect practical roadmap...2025-06-1100 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalWhy High Net Worth Clients Face Great Cyber RiskHigh net worth individuals often carry public profiles that make them uniquely vulnerable to cyber threats. From executives and celebrities to board members and influencers, their visibility—and the digital footprint that comes with it—attracts sophisticated cybercriminals who may quietly monitor their online presence for months before striking. In this sneak peek of the Insuring Cyber podcast with Carrier Management Deputy Editor and Host Elizabeth Blosfield, Jason Ott, President of Aon Private Risk Management, discuss how cyber coverage is evolving to meet the specific needs of these high-profile clients and why seemingly harmless posts or photos can become secu...2025-06-1102 minPodcasts - Insurance JournalWhy High Net Worth Clients Face Great Cyber RiskHigh net worth individuals often carry public profiles that make them uniquely vulnerable to cyber threats. From executives and celebrities to board members and influencers, their visibility—and the digital footprint that comes with it—attracts sophisticated cybercriminals who may quietly monitor their online presence for months before striking. In this sneak peek of the Insuring Cyber podcast with Carrier Management Deputy Editor and Host Elizabeth Blosfield, Jason Ott, President of Aon Private Risk Management, discuss how cyber coverage is evolving to meet the specific needs of these high-profile clients and why seemingly harmless posts or photos can become secu...2025-06-1102 minInsurance Journal PodcastWhy High Net Worth Clients Face Great Cyber RiskHigh net worth individuals often carry public profiles that make them uniquely vulnerable to cyber threats. From executives and celebrities to board members and influencers, their visibility—and the digital footprint that comes with it—attracts sophisticated cybercriminals who may quietly monitor their online presence for months before striking. In this sneak peek of the Insuring Cyber podcast with Carrier Management Deputy Editor and Host Elizabeth Blosfield, Jason Ott, President of Aon Private Risk Management, discuss how cyber coverage is evolving to meet the specific needs of these high-profile clients and why seemingly harmless posts or photos can become secu...2025-06-1102 minInsurance Journal PodcastRIMS RISKWORLD 2025: Can Technology Predict Supply Chain Disruptions?Geopolitical tension and climate-related risks are putting pressure on global supply chains—but advanced technology is helping insurers and businesses stay ahead. By using geospatial tech, companies can pinpoint exact supplier locations and overlay real-time alerts for weather or political disruptions. With updates as frequently as every 15 minutes, this approach offers a proactive way to anticipate and manage risk before it impacts operations. Watch this interview with Carrier Management Deputy Editor Elizabeth Blosfield as she talks with John Davies, Commercial Director, Marsh McLennan Sentrisk.
To sign up for Insurance Journal’s Risky Future Summit, click here https://risk...2025-06-0501 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How Is InsurTech-Insurer Collabs Shaping Insurance?Partnerships between InsurTechs and traditional insurers are becoming essential to modernizing the industry. These collaborations help streamline processes through AI, improve agility in response to market and climate changes, and integrate services into seamless customer platforms. By combining innovation with experience, insurers can better meet evolving customer needs and stay competitive in a rapidly shifting landscape. Check out this clip with host and Deputy Editor of Carrier Management Elizabeth Blosfield with Nationwide’s Jean Finnegan!
Check out this highlight from the 2025 InsurTech Summit! To watch all the panels visit https://theinsurtechsummit.com/
The post InsurTech Su...2025-06-0502 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: What’s Holding Insurers Back from Tech Adoption?In this insightful discussion with summit host and Deputy Editor of Carrier Management Elizabeth Blosfield, Alexis Vaughn of Off Course Consulting, highlights the key barriers insurers face when adopting new technology. Despite growing momentum, many insurers remain hesitant due to a lack of education around new tools, fears of job displacement, and skepticism about working with InsurTechs that may overpromise and underdeliver. Alexis emphasizes the importance of building trust, conducting tech audits before full deployment, and setting realistic expectations. She advocates for deeper collaboration and transparency to bridge the gap between traditional insurers and fast-moving tech innovators.
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 30: Jess SpinnerJess Spinner, former pro dancer turned health, wellness and lifestyle coach for dancers, is in the studio this month! She’s the founder of The Whole Dancer - a platform where she seeks to transform the way dancers approach health, body image, and self-worth both inside and outside of the studio.Jess is a lifelong dancer, but she says her professional career ended partly because of an injury and partly because she never worked through a disordered relationship with food and her body.In 2009 while she was still dancing, sh...2025-06-0341 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: Is Your Insurance Tech Stack Ready for the Agentic AI Revolution?The future of collaboration between insurers and InsurTech providers hinges on the rise of agentic AI—systems of generative AI bots that work together to complete complex tasks without human input. But to unlock their full potential, core systems and data infrastructures must be hyper-connected. In this clip, Elizabeth Blosfield, Deputy Editor of Carrier Management talks with Margeaux Giles of IRYS about how industry leaders should prioritize upgrading their digital foundations now to stay competitive and fully leverage next-gen automation in the years ahead.
Check out this highlight from the 2025 InsurTech Summit! To watch all the panels vi...2025-05-2902 min
Broche Banter | Adult ballet training, philosophy, & inspirationMaking it as an Adult Ballet Company Part 2 of 3: Recreating the Classics or Creating New Works?Welcome back to Broche Banter! In this compelling continuation of our conversation, we welcome back Erica Centola, Leigh Purtill, and Kelsay Maloney-Steiner, joined by fresh voices Jessica Maddox, Leigh Grant, Ashley Caranto Morford, and Elizabeth Blosfield for an honest discussion about ballet.Each passionate artistic director shares their unique views on preserving ballet's magic while challenging traditions and creating new stories.Get ready for an inspiring dialogue that questions the boundaries between classical and contemporary ballet and explores how to nurture their students' authenticity while creating engaging performances for today's audiences.Join the conversation and share your thoughts in...2025-05-251h 07Insurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How InsurTechs Can Embrace AI Without Losing Sight of ComplianceIn this candid discussion with summit host Elizabeth Blosfield, Deputy Editor of Carrier Management, Marcus Daley, Co-Founder of NeuralMetrics, highlights the delicate balance InsurTechs and insurers must strike between innovation and regulation. He emphasizes the power of AI to reduce bias and expand access to underserved markets, while also cautioning that successful AI integration hinges on the people guiding it.
Check out this highlight from the 2025 InsurTech Summit! To watch all the panels visit https://theinsurtechsummit.com/
The post InsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: How InsurTechs Can Embrace AI Without Losing Sight of Compliance appeared first on...2025-05-2203 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsurTech Summit 2025 Highlight: Insights on Risk, Compliance, and InnovationIndustry experts discuss how AI is transforming insurance operations, especially in underwriting and compliance. While the technology offers powerful efficiency gains, there’s growing concern around data use, internal reporting, and regulatory uncertainty. With enforcement often following major missteps, insurers are urged to proactively align with best practices to avoid becoming cautionary tales. Watch this highlight from the InsurTech Summit 2025 with host Elizabeth Blosfield talking with Ryan Griffin of McGill and Partners.
To watch all the panels from this year’s InsurTech Summit presented by Carrier Management, visit https://theinsurtechsummit.com/
The post InsurTech Summit 2025 Highl...2025-05-2101 minPodcasts - Insurance JournalThe Rise of InsurTech: 10 Moments Covering the Transformation of the IndustryIn the first episode of The Insurance Wrap-Up, Allen Laman, Elizabeth Blosfield, and Ezra Amacher dive into the evolving landscape of InsurTech, spotlighting trends in collaboration between startups and legacy carriers, innovations in AI, and the modernization of core systems. They highlight key articles and expert insights on AI’s role in fraud detection and underwriting. Check it out!
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2025-05-1517 minInsurance Journal PodcastThe Rise of InsurTech: 10 Moments Covering the Transformation of the IndustryIn the first episode of The Insurance Wrap-Up, Allen Laman, Elizabeth Blosfield, and Ezra Amacher dive into the evolving landscape of InsurTech, spotlighting trends in collaboration between startups and legacy carriers, innovations in AI, and the modernization of core systems. They highlight key articles and expert insights on AI’s role in fraud detection and underwriting. Check it out!
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2025-05-1517 minInsurance Journal PodcastRIMS RISKWORLD 2025: M&A Activity and Risks Shaping the Insurance LandscapeAt RIMS RISKWORLD, Elizabeth Blosfield, Deputy Editor for Carrier Management, interviews Joann Balous, VP of Sales and Marketing for National Accounts at Travelers, about the latest trends in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the insurance sector. In this conversation, Joann highlights key findings from Travelers’ recent M&A survey, exploring risks and opportunities for large and mid-market companies. From managing insurance coverage during mergers to addressing cultural disruptions, learn how proactive communication can help insurers navigate the complexities of M&A and ensure continued growth in the industry.
To sign up for Carrier Management’s InsurTech Summ...2025-05-0708 minInsurance Journal PodcastInsuring the Future: Why AI Insurance Is the Next Frontier in Risk ManagementIn this interview from RIMS RISKWORLD, Elizabeth Blosfield, Deputy Editor of Carrier Management, speaks with Michael Von Gablenz, Head of Insure AI at HSB, about the difference between technical and nontechnical AI risks, how coverage is being designed to address them, and how insurance has historically enabled technological adoption.
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 29: Sarah WitherupAdult ballet dancer and volunteer studio manager at Dance Theatre Northwest in Washington, Sarah Witherup, joined the studio this month! We spoke about how ballet became not just a passion for her, but a lifeline. As a highly trained endurance athlete, Sarah is no stranger to challenges. But after the loss of her son and at the age of 49, Sarah stepped into a ballet studio for the first time and says it was one of the most difficult and fulfilling steps she’s taken. Discovering ballet began a journey that would intertwine with her ge...2025-05-0646 minPodcasts - Insurance JournalCyber Insurance: Navigating the Ever-Changing Risk LandscapeAs cyber threats evolve, the insurance industry struggles to keep pace, leading to shifting policies, increasing exclusions, and unexpected coverage gaps. Watch this highlight from the latest Cyber Insurance podcast with host Elizabeth Blosfield and guests Melissa Ventrone of law firm Clark Hill and Arthur Armstrong of law firm Reed Smith. To watch the full episode, visit https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25038/
Topics covered:
The Wild West of Cyber Insurance – Unlike traditional coverage lines, cyber insurance lacks historical precedents, making policy interpretation challenging.
Policy Gaps & Hidden Limitations – Insurers often introduce exclusions and sublimits, leaving policyholders unaware of r...2025-04-0203 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalCyber Insurance: Navigating the Ever-Changing Risk LandscapeAs cyber threats evolve, the insurance industry struggles to keep pace, leading to shifting policies, increasing exclusions, and unexpected coverage gaps. Watch this highlight from the latest Cyber Insurance podcast with host Elizabeth Blosfield and guests Melissa Ventrone of law firm Clark Hill and Arthur Armstrong of law firm Reed Smith. To watch the full episode, visit https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/25038/
Topics covered:
The Wild West of Cyber Insurance – Unlike traditional coverage lines, cyber insurance lacks historical precedents, making policy interpretation challenging.
Policy Gaps & Hidden Limitations – Insurers often introduce exclusions and sublimits, leaving policyholders unaware of r...2025-04-0203 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 28: Annemarie CabriFormer dancer and senior teaching artist for The National Ballet of Canada, Annemarie Cabri, joined The Adult Ballet Studio this month! Follow Annemarie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annemariecabri.dance/Learn more about Cabri Dance: https://www.cabridance.com/Subscribe to Annemarie’s Silver Swans newsletter: https://www.cabridance.com/past-newslettersRegister for the Silver Swans Summer Session for 2025: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBzu3ZgagxeqR4JoDcdxCjlx2QZqQLVfgebpNdEUt_uRDWtA/viewform?pli=1Additional thoughts from Annemarie, lightly edited for brevity:I had a moment of ‘espr...2025-04-0134 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 27: Kathryn MorganKathryn Morgan is in the studio this month! She is a trailblazing ballerina - or bunhead - as she described herself in this interview - who has redefined what a ballet career can look like beyond traditional company life. She began her professional career in 2006 with the New York City Ballet, rising to the rank of soloist before making the difficult decision to leave the company to focus on personal health challenges. She made a return to the stage with Miami City Ballet in 2019. In 2020, in the midst of pandemic shutdowns that challenged every i...2025-03-0447 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 26: Rob MacCaulAdult ballet dancer and board member for the Children’s Dance Theater of Okanogan County in Washington, Rob MacCaul, is in the studio this month!
Rob’s story about discovering ballet is a testament to passion, perseverance, and self-discovery. It began in 1982 with a chance encounter at a dance studio in Waikiki—an experience that sparked a lifelong love for ballet. From taking classes in Pasadena to performing on stage as an adult in Seattle, Rob spoke about how ballet helped him discover and express his identity and taught him that he can still challen...2025-02-0440 minPodcasts - Insurance JournalTop Podcast Moments: Insights, AI Regulation, and What’s Next for Insurance InnovationJoin Elizabeth Blosfield, Allen Laman, and Ezra Amacher as they recap the top 10 episodes of the Insuring Cyber podcast, highlight industry-shaping conversations, and share exciting news about their 100th episode milestone.
Celebrating Success: Over 63,000 downloads since 2020 and 100 episodes of industry-leading insights—thank you to all our listeners and contributors.
Key Conversations: Revisit top discussions, including Carolyn Rosenberg and Anthony Crawford’s take on evolving AI regulations in insurance.
Don’s miss the Insuring Cyber Podcast’s 100th episode on February 26th!
#InsuranceInnovation #AIRegulation #CyberRisk
The post Top Podcast Moments: Insights, AI Regulation, and What’s N...2025-01-2803 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalTop Podcast Moments: Insights, AI Regulation, and What’s Next for Insurance InnovationJoin Elizabeth Blosfield, Allen Laman, and Ezra Amacher as they recap the top 10 episodes of the Insuring Cyber podcast, highlight industry-shaping conversations, and share exciting news about their 100th episode milestone.
Celebrating Success: Over 63,000 downloads since 2020 and 100 episodes of industry-leading insights—thank you to all our listeners and contributors.
Key Conversations: Revisit top discussions, including Carolyn Rosenberg and Anthony Crawford’s take on evolving AI regulations in insurance.
Don’s miss the Insuring Cyber Podcast’s 100th episode on February 26th!
#InsuranceInnovation #AIRegulation #CyberRisk
The post Top Podcast Moments: Insights, AI Regulation, and What’s N...2025-01-2803 minPodcasts - Insurance JournalEP. 99: 2024’s Top Cyber Insurance Insights WrappedJoin Carrier Management Deputy Editor and host of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Elizabeth Blosfield, Wells Media Content Editor Allen Laman, and Insurance Journal’s Midwest and South Central Editor Ezra Amacher for a special episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast that explores the most viewed episodes of 2024 to start the year. Check it out!
To sign up or apply to be a speaker for our InsurTech Summit 2025, visit theinsurtechsummit.com!
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2025-01-2230 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalEP. 99: 2024’s Top Cyber Insurance Insights WrappedJoin Carrier Management Deputy Editor and host of The Insuring Cyber Podcast, Elizabeth Blosfield, Wells Media Content Editor Allen Laman, and Insurance Journal’s Midwest and South Central Editor Ezra Amacher for a special episode of The Insuring Cyber Podcast that explores the most viewed episodes of 2024 to start the year. Check it out!
To sign up or apply to be a speaker for our InsurTech Summit 2025, visit theinsurtechsummit.com!
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 25: Eduardo VilaroEduardo Vilaro, artistic director and CEO of Ballet Hispánico, is in the studio this month!
Ballet Hispánico was founded back in 1970 by Tina Ramirez, and the company has spent more than five decades celebrating the vibrant diversity of Latino cultures through dance. The company says it’s not just about performances—it’s also about breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and making space for Latino/Latina voices on stages all around the world.
Eduardo originally joined the company as a dancer and educator in the ‘80s after taking a class an...2025-01-0737 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 24: Janine KovacJanine Kovac joined the studio for this episode! As a retired professional dancer turned award-winning author, she shares her journey from the stage to the page after a twelve-year international ballet career spanning Iceland, Italy, and the U.S. Her latest memoir, The Nutcracker Chronicles: A Fairytale Memoir, intertwines her personal experiences in ballet with stories from one of ballet’s most iconic tales, offering a reflection on ambition, artistry, and identity. It’s available now from She Writes Press!
Janine’s accomplishments extend beyond the stage as well. As a graduate of UC Berkele...2024-12-0351 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 23: Marilyn KlausThis month’s guest for The Adult Ballet Studio is Marilyn Klaus, the visionary artistic director and founder of Ballets with a Twist, a New York City-based ballet company that brings the glamour and charm of Old Hollywood to life through dance. Marilyn’s company redefines classical ballet, adding a pop-culture twist with choreography inspired by iconic American cocktails, like the Mai Tai and Martini, in its signature production, Cocktail Hour: The Show. With original choreography by Marilyn, music by Grammy-nominated composer Stephen Gaboury, and costumes by Catherine Zehr, each performance offers a unique experience, weaving elements of improvisation and...2024-11-1243 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalHow Embedded Insurance is Revolutionizing On-Demand DrivingEmbedded insurance offers on-demand drivers flexible, affordable coverage, while providing platforms with a streamlined, trusted onboarding process. To watch the full interview with Elizabeth Blosfield and Dan Bratshpis, CEO of InsurTech Inshur, click here!
Main Points:
Symbiotic Partnerships: Platforms like Uber and Amazon partner with insurance providers to offer flexible coverage, reducing onboarding friction and building trust.
Tailored Insurance Products: Insurance policies are designed around driving behavior and real-time data, ensuring that coverage meets the unique needs of on-demand drivers.
Cost-Efficient & Flexible: On-demand workers benefit from low-cost, usage-based insurance that integrates seamlessly with personal auto coverage...2024-10-1503 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalHow Predictive Analytics and Automation are Revolutionizing Weather Risk Management for InsurersPredictive and automation tools are empowering insurers to assess weather-related risks more accurately by integrating comprehensive data and preemptively managing potential claims. Global insurers can now assess total exposure by combining data across multiple business segments, such as offshore energy and specialty lines, for events like hurricanes. Watch this short clip with Elizabeth Blosfield’s interview with Doug Ross about these topics — to watch the full episode, click here!
#WeatherRisk #PredictiveAnalytics
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2024-10-0301 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalHow Big Data and Advanced Analytics Are Transforming Risk Assessment in InsuranceThe insurance industry is leveraging big data and real-time monitoring to automate risk assessment, driving more accurate predictions and risk mitigation strategies. Insurers are increasingly using GIS and hyperlocal data to enhance risk modeling for both residential and commercial properties. Real-time monitoring systems, such as electrical monitoring in commercial buildings, are generating vast datasets that feed predictive analytics. To listen to Elizabeth Blosfield’s full interview with Behzad Salehoun, click here!
#BigData #RiskAssessment
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 22: Dante Puleio and Kayla FarrishThe Limón Dance Company is presenting its 78th season this year, and on this episode of The Adult Ballet Studio, we have two incredible guests to celebrate: Limón Dance Company Artistic Director Dante Puleio and Choreographer Kayla Farrish!
After a career performing with The Limón Dance Company, touring national and international musical theatre productions, television and film, Dante received his MFA from the University of California, Irvine. His research focuses on contextualizing mid-20th century dance for the contemporary artist and audience. Dante shares his vision for honoring the company’s rich hi...2024-10-0141 min
Insuring Cannabis Podcast - Insurance JournalThe Insuring Cannabis LinkedIn Live Wrap-Up!Check out the Insuring Cannabis LinkedIn Live Wrap-Up! Join hosts Allen Laman and Elizabeth Blosfield as they highlight the biggest moments from this year’s Insuring Cannabis Summit!
This virtual event brings together leading experts and industry insiders to dive deep into the fast-evolving world of insuring cannabis, hemp, and CBD – click here to watch the on-demand replays!
Topics include:
🗳️ Elections & their impact on the industry
🛡️ Smart cannabis risk management
💻 Cannabis & cyberattacks
🌎 Emerging markets …and much more!
#CannabisInsurance #InsuringCannabisSummit
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 21: Chelsea WeidmannChelsea Weidmann joined The Adult Ballet Studio for this episode! She is a ballet instructor and the founder of Geeky Ballerina, a platform offering resources and curriculums for ballet instructors and students alike.
Chelsea has been teaching ballet for more than 25 years, She taught for Ballet West Academy for four years and has an MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts. She’s fully ABT certified, fully certified in mUvmethod and certified in level 1 of PBT.
She says teaching is a big passion for her and has dedicated her time to developing in...2024-09-1758 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalNavigating Legal Risks: What Companies Must Consider When Representing AI CapabilitiesCompanies must carefully navigate existing securities and disclosure laws when representing AI capabilities to avoid legal and infrastructural risks. Watch this short clip from the latest episode of the Insuring Cyber Podcast with host Elizabeth Blosfield and Peter Halprin of Haynes and Boone, LLP. Click here to watch the full episode!
Universal Legal Obligations: All companies, including those in AI, must adhere to established securities and disclosure laws, ensuring accurate representation of their activities and performance.
AI and Traditional Law: While AI introduces new complexities, the legal obligations for transparency and truthful disclosure remain consistent with traditional business...2024-09-0901 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalAI Washing vs. Greenwashing: The Hidden Risks of Overstating CapabilitiesOverstating sustainability practices and AI capabilities can mislead investors, posing significant risks to a company’s valuation and credibility. Watch this excerpt from the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast episode with host Elizabeth Blosfield and Joe Talmadge of Heffernan Insurance – watch it today!
Greenwashing Defined: Greenwashing involves exaggerating or fabricating a company’s environmental or sustainability practices to mislead investors and consumers.
AI Washing Parallel: Similar to greenwashing, AI washing occurs when companies overstate their AI capabilities, potentially misleading investors about the true value and potential of the technology.
Investor Impact: Both practices can inflate a company’s perceived value, l...2024-09-0501 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 20: Helen BanksJoining the studio for this episode is Helen Banks, owner and CEO of the sustainable dancewear brand, Imperfect Pointes!
Helen founded Imperfect Pointes in 2020 out of frustration at the lack of dancewear brands focusing on sustainability. After working in fast fashion and seeing the darker side of the fashion industry, she was upset by the amount of waste going to landfills and the poor working conditions in some factories where dancewear is made. To support her journey in launching a more sustainable method of producing and selling dancewear, she studied sustainable business leadership at t...2024-09-0349 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalFrom Battlefield to Boardroom: How Marine Corps Values Shape Leadership in InsurTechExplore how military discipline, grit, and empathy are driving effective leadership in the insurance technology sector. In this clip, get a look into the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast with host Elizabeth Blosfield with her interview with Ben Dulieu of Duck Creek Technologies. To watch the full interview, click here for the episode!
Discover how Marine Corps training instills strategic thinking and leadership skills that translate seamlessly into the tech and insurance industries
Learn why grit is an essential trait for leaders in challenging environments, drawing parallels between military and civilian roles
Understand the importance of empathy in balancing...2024-08-2702 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalA Conversation with Industry Innovator Damon Stafford of Alpine IntelDiscover how InsurTech founders are driving innovation in the insurance industry by leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance policyholder experiences. Watch this excerpt from the Insuring Cyber Podcast with host Elizabeth Blosfield as she interviews Damon Stafford of Alpine Intel. To watch the full episode, click here!
Industry leaders share what motivated them to enter the rapidly evolving field of InsurTech, listen to expert Damon Stafford in this interview
A look at the most significant technological breakthroughs shaping the future of insurance
How companies like Alpine Intel are adding value and precision to the insurance landscape by tackling specific...2024-08-2201 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalInsurers and Policyholders Collaborate for Enhanced CybersecurityFuture partnerships between insurers and policyholders aim to improve mutual understanding and create comprehensive cyber coverage, enhancing protection against evolving threats. In this clip, Elizabeth Blosfield talks with Jillian Raines, partner at Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna. To watch the full podcast episode, click here!
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2024-08-1302 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalCybersecurity Evolution: How Cowbell’s Innovative Risk Assessment Protects SMEsCowbell’s unique cyber risk management approach offers SMEs continuous risk assessment, real-time insights, and proactive threat intelligence to enhance their cybersecurity posture. Watch this clip from the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast where Elizabeth Blosfield speaks with Jack Kudale, Founder and CEO of InsurTech Cowbell. To watch the full episode, click here!
#RiskManagement #SME
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2024-08-0801 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalRising Cyber Threats: Nation-State Actors Targeting Critical InfrastructureNation-state cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are intensifying, driven by adversaries’ growing capabilities and increasing digital vulnerabilities. Check out this excerpt from the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast episode where Elizabeth Blosfield talks with Matthew McCabe, managing director for Guy Carpenter’s Cyber Center of Excellence. To watch the full episode, click here!
#CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure
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2024-08-0601 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 19: Pirkko MarkulaPirkko Markula, contemporary dancer and professor of socio-cultural studies of physical activity at the University of Alberta in Canada, is in the studio!
She has a Ph.D in kinesiology and major sport sociology from the University of Illinois. Beyond academia, she’s a dancer herself, previously training in the Dance Department at the University of Illinois with an emphasis on Merce Cunningham, Paul Taylor, and José Limón techniques. She is currently a choreographer and dancer for Initial 6, a contemporary dance company for dancers above the age of 40 at the University of Alberta.
2024-08-0646 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalUnlocking AI in HR: A Conversation with Erica WoodLearn strategies for encouraging all employees to embrace AI, regardless of their role and discover real-world examples of how AI tools, like ChatGPT, are saving time and enhancing productivity in HR. Check out this excerpt from the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast as Elizabeth Blosfield takes a look back at an interview from Between the Lines.” In this episode of “Between the Lines,” Erica Wood, Chief People Officer at Insurtech Cover Whale, shares how AI is transforming HR processes. To listen to the full episode of this podcast episode, click here! To watch the full episode of “Between the Lines”, click here...2024-07-2903 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 18: Cecelia BeamThe Adult Ballet Studio has another special guest for this episode! Cecelia Beam, faculty member for adult ballet and dance classes for people with Parkinson’s at San Francisco Ballet, is in the studio.
Cecelia is a former dancer, training at School of American Ballet in New York City and graduating from the high school ballet program at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. After dancing in Oakland, California, North Carolina, Indiana and New York, Cecelia found teaching. She earned a master’s degree in ballet at Indiana University and has taug...2024-07-1644 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalTransforming Risk Prevention and Customer Experience 💡Explore how IoT is revolutionizing the insurance industry by enhancing risk prevention and fostering a more proactive approach to customer care. 📊 To watch the full interview with Bob Pick of Tokio Marine Group and host Elizabeth Blosfield, click here to watch episode 88! 🚀
Risk Prevention Focus: IoT technology shifts insurance from risk transfer to proactive risk prevention, reducing costs and improving customer satisfaction.
Data-Driven Insights: Utilizing telematics and IoT data to fine-tune pricing, understand risk, and help policyholders prevent potential issues.
Global Perspectives: Drawing from international markets like Japan, where insurance is viewed as a supportive partner...2024-07-1504 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 17: Daniel WattEmmy-nominated documentary filmmaker Daniel Watt is in the studio for this episode! Dan is producer and director of the award-winning documentary “Everybody Dance” — currently available on iTunes, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime, which is offering it for free in recognition of the month of July as Disability Pride Month.
The film follows five kids with different disabilities and their families as well as their dance teacher, Bonnie Schlachte, as they prepare for their end of year recital. Bonnie is founder and director of Ballet For All Kids, a non-profit program that teaches classical ballet and ot...2024-07-0252 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalCybersecurity Alert: 45% of Survey Respondents Had Ransomware Attack in the Past Year 🚨🔒Arctic Wolf’s 2024 report reveals 45% of companies faced ransomware attacks in the past year, highlighting the urgent need for improved security measures. Check out this excerpt from the Insuring Cyber Podcast where Carrier Management Deputy Editor Elizabeth Blosfield talks with Arctic Wolf’s Chief Product and Services Officer Dan Schiappa about the report.
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2024-06-2402 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 16: Julie DupasJulie Dupas, founder of Amsterdam Amateur Ballet and Morlaix Ballet Camp, is in the studio for this episode!
After beginning ballet in her 20s and noticing a lack of performance opportunities for adult ballet dancers, Julie founded Amsterdam Amateur Ballet, an inclusive and affordable amateur adult performance group based in Amsterdam. She also founded international summer camp Morlaix Ballet Camp, in which adult dancers take class, learn and perform a complete ballet alongside professional dancers in the course of eight days.
Julie studied jazz as a form of dance for most of her childhood and...2024-06-1840 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalRansomware’s Rising Threat: A Persistent Concern for Insurers 💻 💸🛡️ Ransomware remains a critical issue for insurers, with increasing severity and complex impacts on business continuity and security. Listen to this excerpt from the Insuring Cyber Podcast, as host Elizabeth Blosfield talks about ransomware threats with Munich Re’s Bob Parisi. To listen to the full episode, click here!
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2024-06-0602 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalInsurers and Risk Managers: Navigating Crises with Cutting-Edge Tech 🚀📲Discover how insurers are leveraging technology to respond to threats swiftly, ensuring business continuity and safety in this interview from the Insuring Cyber Podcast with Elizabeth Blosfield and Yoni Sherizen of Gabriel. Listen to the full episode here! 🎙️
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2024-06-0501 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 15: Adriana PierceAdriana Pierce is a dancer, choreographer, and director based in New York City, and she joined the studio to talk about her work elevating queer artists in ballet, creating community, and her career in classical ballet as well as musical theater!
Adriana is the founder of Queer the Ballet, an initiative with the mission to widen the scope of classical ballet by producing queer work by queer dance artists. Queer the Ballet says on its website that it seeks to “queer” our ballet spaces and explore choreography often absent from ballet stages.
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 14: Sander BlommaertSander Blommaert is in the studio for this episode! He’s the founder and director of Blommaert Ballet School in Birmingham, England, and a former first artist at The Royal Ballet company. Since the school’s official founding in 2021, BBS has become known as an audition preparation school, working with young students pursuing professional ballet careers as well as offering classes for all ages. Over the last two years, students studying with BBS have secured over 100 places at vocational schools.
Sander spoke about his time dancing professionally at The Royal Ballet company, his work as an instructor and...2024-05-2154 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 13: Leigh Brockman HorowitzBallet instructor, classroom teacher, mom and former pro dancer Leigh Brockman Horowitz is in the studio for this episode! She’s talking about mental health, physical health, brain science, neurodiversity in ballet and the arts, and more. Leigh is a certified ballet and character dance teacher who has been teaching dance for more than twenty years. She is currently based in St. Louis, where she teaches adult ballet. She’s served as a faculty member at the Center of Creative Arts in St. Louis and in the ballet department at Loyola University in her native city of New Orleans. Leigh has...2024-05-0759 minInsuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalCyberattacks Emerge as Critical Factor in Modern Global Conflicts and Business RisksAs geopolitical tensions rise, cyberattacks are increasingly shaping the landscape of international conflicts and posing significant challenges for businesses and insurers alike. Check out the full episode with Carrier Management’s Elizabeth Blosfield and Dave Lewison, executive vice president at Amwins Brokerage Group.
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2024-04-1702 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 12: Aubrey Lynch IIAubrey Lynch II, dean of students and director of ABT Wellness and RISE with American Ballet Theatre in New York City, joined the studio to talk about his work to further mental health and DEI initiatives at ABT and beyond! He focuses on mentoring students at ABT and providing resources for them, as well as expanding access to mental health resources that support the whole dancer in and out of the studio. He also works to build upon ABT’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to make ballet a more welcoming place on stage, in the audience and behind th...2024-04-1654 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 11: Rachel ToburenRachel Toburen is a multidisciplinary artist working with paint, photography, perfume, and dance, and she’s in the studio this month talking all about her exploration of memory, mental health, and adult ballet! Rachel uses her artwork to explore memory and the experience of memory, and she shared how those concepts show up in her dancing and choreography. We talked about how sights, sounds, and smells can trigger certain memories and how artwork can change as the mind takes in new experiences and memories evolve. Rachel returned to ballet in 2018 after a nearly 20-year absence from dance and has bee...2024-04-021h 07
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 10: Jessica WallisJessica Wallis, founder and executive director of the non-profit organization, Ballet in the City, joined the studio for the March 19th episode! Ballet in the City presents programming and events to promote and enhance the culture of ballet in cities all over the world. It works to connect ballet enthusiasts with professional dancers, scholarships, and educational opportunities. Jessica is a dancer and a two-time honors graduate of The University of Akron. She has been honored for her work with an official proclamation from the City of Cleveland in her home state of Ohio and was presented with a Distinguished...2024-03-191h 02Insuring Cyber Podcast - Insurance JournalCarolyn Rosenberg and Anthony Crawford of Reed Smith on Regulating AICheck out this excerpt from the latest Insuring Cyber Podcast with Elizabeth Blosfield. Elizabeth talks with two partners and policyholder attorneys at global law firm Reed Smith – Anthony Crawford and Carolyn Rosenberg. They discuss regulatory developments regarding the use of artificial intelligence in insurance. They talk about the current landscape as states like New York begin to issue guidance for insurers on this topic and share where they think things could be headed as the technology evolves.
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 9: Dani VitaleAward-winning dancer, choreographer and creative director, Dani Vitale, is in the studio for our March 5th episode! She is a Los Angeles-based artist and has not only toured the world as a backup dancer for other top artists, but choreographed and creative directed world tours, awards shows, and music videos. She has also been a voice for the dance community, advocating on the boards of SAG-AFTRA and Dancers Alliance for fair industry wages and for dancers to be respected as athletes. As an Under Armor athlete in 2017, she returned to her hometown dance studio in Cleveland, Ohio, to give...2024-03-051h 20
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 8: Vanessa WoodsVanessa Woods, the founder of Vitality in Motion and Vitality Ballet and a former professional dancer, joined the Adult Ballet Studio for its mid-February episode! Vanessa trained at the Conservatory of Dance at SUNY Purchase, Princeton Ballet, Miami City Ballet School and STEPS on Broadway in New York City. She has performed with ballet companies around the country, including Suzanne Farrell Ballet in Washington DC, Pennsylvania Ballet and Colorado Ballet. She danced with the Saint Louis Ballet, performing soloist and principal roles for eight seasons. She was also on faculty with the Saint Louis Ballet School and has taught...2024-02-2050 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 7: Joanna MarshAuthor, librarian, archivist, and adult ballet dancer Joanna Marsh joined The Adult Ballet Studio this month to talk all about books, history, ballet and more! She’s the author of two novels — Cantique and La Follia — that focus on the adult ballet community, and her work as a librarian and archivist has led her down some fun rabbit holes into the history of ballet. She’s also a visual artist and a ballet dancer herself, rediscovering ballet in her 20s after a brief experience with it in her teens. We talked about how dance has evolved throughout its history and why...2024-02-0659 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 6: Natalie OrrHappy new year! Natalie Orr, body-based intelligence coach and former professional dancer and instructor, is in the studio this month to talk about dance, embodiment, chronic illness, and more! She has more than 16 years of teaching experience both as a dance teacher and an English as a foreign language teacher. She taught in Madrid for many years and created an online dance movement for adults called Natalie Danza, where she ran classes, workshops and retreats in London, Madrid, and Málaga. For the past four years, she’s taken a step back from dancing to run a success coaching bus...2024-01-021h 10
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 5: Phil ChanPhil Chan, co-founder of the non-profit Final Bow for Yellowface, joined the studio this month to talk about his work with the organization to improve representation of Asians in ballet and eliminate offensive stereotypes on stage. Phil co-founded the organization alongside Georgina Pazcoguin, former New York City Ballet soloist, and they are both doing great work to advocate for Asian artists within ballet and beyond. Phil is also the author of two books - Final Bow for Yellowface: Dancing between Intention and Impact and Banishing Orientalism: Dancing between Exotic and Familiar - as well as a choreographer and a...2023-12-061h 05
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 4: Julie LeungJulie Leung, founder of Broche Ballet, joined the studio this month to talk about her journey from being "a clumsy and inflexible teen" to taking her first ballet class at 17 and eventually opening her own studio for adult ballet dancers in 2017! Broche Ballet is now thriving as a fully online ballet studio offering classes and resources to help adult dancers follow their ballet dreams. She spoke about spending her early 20s in New York, where she connected with the teachers and studios that taught her hustle and perseverance, why facing fears is important to her and led her to...2023-11-0755 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 3: Leigh PurtillLeigh Purtill Ballet Company is an LA-based non-profit adult ballet company, and artistic director Leigh Purtill joined the studio this month to talk about its mission of bringing ballet to everyone! We chatted about the need for more women in leadership roles in ballet, breaking boundaries with storytelling and reaching those who don't fit the mold of the perfect dancer, zombies and a spooky-themed ballet (it is October, after all!), and how Leigh went from feeling frustrated with ballet in college to rediscovering its joys through teaching adults. Check out her interview!
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The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 2: Jana Carson and Abby HudginsTwo guests are in the studio this month! Jana Carson, professional photographer for the Oklahoma City Ballet, and Abby Hudgins, ballet instructor, mom and former pro dancer, chatted with me about founding Ballerinas by Night, a support community that provides resources for adults who are beginning or continuing their dance education. Both have been dancing since they were kids but took a break before re-connecting with ballet in adulthood. We talk about what that was like, how they decided it was time for a break, and ultimately, what led them back to ballet. A few tears were shed as...2023-09-0555 min
The Adult Ballet StudioEpisode 1: Patricia PyrkaHello and welcome to the first episode of The Adult Ballet Studio! Joining the studio is Patricia Pyrka, ballet technique level 3 teacher, coach for adult ballet beginners, and blogger at Ballet Misfits. She began ballet at age 37 and in just eight years, was accepted into Canada's National Ballet School for its teacher training program. She talks about the audition process (including failing her first audition and trying again three years later!), what she's learning about movement and perseverance from her son who has a physical disability, and why she's passionate about teaching adults ballet.
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