The Over-sexualization of Kids In Competitive Dance

Guests - Leslie Scott Zanovitch and Dr. Christina "Dr. T." Donaldson Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor In Episode 221 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we are shining a light on an uncomfortable topic - the over-sexualization of kids in the competitive dance world. Please take care when listening, and screen this episode before listening with children. Topics Include: What counts as sexualized choreography? How over-sexualization of children at a young age affects their sexual development How social media has normalized and encouraged sexual movements in competitive dance Help support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes: Monthly Q&A episodes released to members only Priority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A. Ad-free listening for all of Season 4, 5 & 6. No sponsored ads! 20% off all IDA Merchandise Exclusive bonus content released throughout the year Discounted IDA Online Critique Group Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz! Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come! Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month! Follow your Hosts & Guests! Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortiz Lesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.dance Leslie Scott Zanovitch - @lesliescottsays Dr. Christina "Dr. T" Donaldson - @dancin.dr.t If you have listened to this episode and need support, please utilize the following resources: ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-Child National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 - RAINN NEAMA - Nonprofit Education and Advocacy for the Movement Arts This episode is sponsored by: Dance Teacher Web Conference and Expo . This summer July 22nd-25th in Las Vegas, NV! 140+ master classes, seminars, events, & more for continuing education and networking in the dance community! Use code: IMPACT50 for $50 off! Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's Critiques Send us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Check out IDA-Affiliated Competition Positive Vibes ! Visit their website for their 2025 season schedule! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Support the show