The Iris Clinic Podcast

Nic Thomson on REDs and Reinventing Dance Education

Show Notes This podcast explores topics related to eating disorders. While we strive to make each episode as non-triggering and respectful as possible, please be aware that some content may still be sensitive due to the nature of the subject matter. Podcast Guest- Nicola Thomson Instagram- @nic._thomson & @danceteacherstrainingacademy Nic is a performer with international credits as a dancer and aerialist on world-renowned cruise ships and in shows like ‘SWING! The Broadway Musical’, having worked alongside global creatives - including an Emmy-nominated choreographer. Transitioning from the stage, Nic has over 6 years teaching and coaching experience, and has an MSc in Dance Science & Education and became a UKSCA Accredited Strength & Conditioning Trainer. Driven by a mission to elevate industry standards, she founded the Certificate in Dancer’s Injury Prevention & Well-being (SCQF-8) - the only SCQF-credit-rated course for dance teachers in this topic. Through this Certificate and the Athletic Artist Method, she works to protect the next generation of dancers by empowering dance teachers.  Iris Rising Enrolment- Find Out More [https://www.irisclinic.co.uk/challenge-page/9fa34e53-9988-4ecc-bbfd-34b14cfc9cc0] 10% Discount code- 'irisrising' at checkout.

Beaux Harris on Booking Hairspray, Body Image and Her Life-Changing Double Mastectomy.

Show Notes This podcast explores topics related to eating disorders. While we strive to make each episode as non-triggering and respectful as possible, please be aware that some content may still be sensitive due to the nature of the subject matter. Podcast Guest- Beaux Harris Instagram- @beauxharris & @movewithbeaux Beaux is a TAP DANCE CHAMPION & an AWARD NOMINATED, multi faceted Artist, Educator, Creative & Advocate with recent lived experience of double mastectomy. She has extensive experience worldwide as a Performer/Creative & recently launched her first BEAUX HARRIS PRODUCTION - SHORT FILM ‘Beauxbie’ followed by three sold out film screenings in London to raise money for her life prolonging surgery’s. Beaux is a huge advocate for change and accessibility,  working tirelessly to advocate for equality and change within the industry and the female health sector, most notably being invited to speak on these issues on BBC women’s hour, Sky news segment, the daily mirror and the Jewish cronacle news papers.  Beaux is passionate about empowering women on their healing journeys, and is proud to have launched her most recent offering in the form on an ‘EMPOWER & REVIVE’ 6 week course - offering a once a week 3 hour retreat for anyone on a radical healing journey and who wants to honour and re connect with their bodies through a range of movement, spiritual and creative practises - most notably including a professional empowerment photo shoot for every attendee - a love letter to our bodies and inner godess.   Industry wise - Beaux was shortlisted for an OFFIE AWARD for BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A MUSICAL and was in the original cast of Hairspray, Parade & Blitz (musicals) and Cirque enchantment UK tour. She successfully launched her own online TAP DANCE COLLECTIVE during the pandemic, being featured & celebrated in articles by ‘Broadway World UK’, ‘Fairy Powered Productions’ & ‘Love London Love Culture’ in addition to having taught dance to CELEBRITIES & worked for many of the UK’s leading dance brands/institutions including CAPEZIO (500k following) & MAGNETIC STUDIOS (featured in THE STAGE). Beaux has recently enjoyed teaching Tap for SADLERS WELLS digital stage platform, JUDGING at Southampton University’s national dance competition & teaching her popular weekly Tap & STRETCH, BREATHE & FLOW classes at PINEAPPLE DANCE STUDIOS. Iris Rising Enrolment- Find Out More [https://www.irisclinic.co.uk/challenge-page/9fa34e53-9988-4ecc-bbfd-34b14cfc9cc0] 10% Discount code- 'irisrising' at checkout.

Liv Swain’s Story of ED Recovery and Inspiration: Reclaiming Exercise and Finding Joy

Show Notes This podcast explores topics related to eating disorders. While we strive to make each episode as non-triggering and respectful as possible, please be aware that some content may still be sensitive due to the nature of the subject matter.   Liv is currently in rehearsals for a Winter season as a showgirl in Germany. Since graduating Liv has worked both as a showgirl in Europe and a production dancer on a cruise ship.  Having qualified as a personal trainer in her first year of her musical theatre training, Liv’s passion for fitness, nutrition and motivating others manifested into her starting her own business ‘Liv Your Best Life’, encouraging people to do just that.  Having struggled with self worth, body image, over exercise and restriction, Liv has been on a recovery journey utilising tools such as journalling and meditation to live a happier and freer life. Liv discusses the benefits of recovery,  including improved relationships and how it’s impacted her career and life for better. She also shares these thoughts on her podcast ‘Wisdom and Waffle’.  Through recovery, Liv has learnt how to find the joy in everyday life and has the desire to help others through sharing her experiences.   Liv's Socials-  Instagram: @livswaiin [https://www.instagram.com/livswaiin/?hl=en] and @just.livinmybestlife [https://www.instagram.com/just.livinmybestlife/?hl=en] and @livyourbestlifecoaching  [https://www.instagram.com/livyourbestlifecoaching/?hl=en] Podcast: Wisdom and Waffle  [https://open.spotify.com/show/1GIpF7ilq4VweNyHh5N8P1?si=036b0e59724643dc]   Iris Clinic Socials-  Iris Clinic Socials- Instagram- @irisclinicuk [https://www.instagram.com/irisclinicuk/?hl=en] Website- www.irisclinic.co.uk [http://www.irisclinic.co.uk] Email- support@irisclinic.co.uk

Chris Bartlett-Walford on Compassion, Carrier Pigeons and Representing Human Beings

This podcast explores topics related to eating disorders. While we strive to make each episode as non-triggering and respectful as possible, please be aware that some content may still be sensitive due to the nature of the subject matter. Chris Bartlett-Walford Socials- Instagram- @bartlettwalford [https://www.instagram.com/bartlettwalford/?hl=en] Iris Clinic Socials- Instagram- @irisclinicuk [https://www.instagram.com/irisclinicuk/?hl=en] Website- www.irisclinic.co.uk [http://www.irisclinic.co.uk] Email- support@irisclinic.co.uk

Dr Steph (Ausdancersoverseas) on Periods, Protein Matchas and Myth Busting.

So much information and knowledge packed into one episode! 💫 In this episode we talk to Dr. Stephanie Potreck (MD, RNutr (Sport) who is a doctor, dance nutritionist and educator specialising in dancer health and hormone function. She works at the intersection of science, art and lived experience. Her work focuses on bridging the gap between science and studio culture, challenging harmful narratives, and equipping dancers with evidence-based tools to thrive both on stage and beyond. She runs the educational platform Dance Nutrition, Medicine & Science on Substack [https://substack.com/@dancemedicinenutritionandscience], where she translates research into practical strategies to support dancers’ performance and long-term wellbeing; much of her time though you’ll find her working 1:1 with dancers behind closed doors - creating the safe, supportive space they so urgently need, always with a good dose of humour. Steph's Socials Instagram- @ausdancersoverseas [https://www.instagram.com/ausdancersoverseas/?hl=en] Substack- https://substack.com/@dancemedicinenutritionandscience [https://substack.com/@dancemedicinenutritionandscience]   Iris Clinic Socials Instagram- @Irisclinicuk [https://www.instagram.com/irisclinicuk/?hl=en] Website- www.irisclinic.co.uk [http://www.irisclinic.co.uk]