Meg Talks - The MWM Irish Dance Podcast

Megan Kerrigan
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Meg Talks - The MWM Irish Dance Podcast Podcast

Move With Meg founder, Meg, talks about all things Irish Dance with some amazing guests, including MWM Coaches, MWM Dance Clients, Champions, Teachers and more…

  1. Mindset Matters Part 1 - Heading Back to Feis Season

    3 DAYS AGO

    Mindset Matters Part 1 - Heading Back to Feis Season

    In this BRAND NEW series, Mindset Matters, Meg is joined by MWM Mindset Coach Annabelle to discuss all things Mindset for Irish Dancers.  In this first episode we discuss 3 main topics when it comes to heading back to Feis season, diving deep into:  CONFIDENCE COMPARISON  PREPARATION We leave you with an actionable step to takeway and put in place for each of these topics and little nuggets of gold tucked in throughout the episode for you to find too.  MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now MWM FREE Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    42 min
  2. Chips, handfuls of sweets and chocolate milk - Real advice from Certified Nutritionist and Dance Mum, Ciara Murtagh

    SEP 4

    Chips, handfuls of sweets and chocolate milk - Real advice from Certified Nutritionist and Dance Mum, Ciara Murtagh

    On today’s podcast episode of Meg Talks, Meg talks to MWM Parent and MNU Certified Nutritionist, Ciara Murtagh. Ciara has two gorgeous dancing girls, danced herself and is a qualified Nutritionist and Pharmacist. She really knows what she's talking about from the professional and parental angle which makes for a really great listen. Ciara gives actionable steps to supporting your dancer through their nutrition, without making it too complicated - Bitesize steps some might say. They Talk About: What to eat on the day of a Feis and the night before What dancers should be eating before and after dance class The importance of consistent nutrition and a balanced diet Hydration for dance day Instagram: @ciara_nutrition_coach  MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now MWM FREE Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    56 min
  3. BJay Ryan: Physical Therapist and Creator of Stabillasox!

    AUG 28

    BJay Ryan: Physical Therapist and Creator of Stabillasox!

    On today’s episode of Meg Talks, Meg welcomes former dancer, Physical Therapist and creator of Stabillasox; BJay Ryan! As a father of 4 dancers, an ex dancer himself and a Physical Therapist, BJay truly understands the impact Irish Dancing has on a dancers body and the importance of looking after your body. He has used this knowledge and his wealth of experience to develop a supportive poodle sock, Stabillasox.  They Talk About: 01:54 – How did BJay Ryan become a Physical Therapist? 04:24 – What are the key things he experienced as a Dancer himself? 10:29 -  Dancers know their body 12:20 – Injury and Mindset 15:46 –  As a Physical Therapist, what are the common things BJay sees as Irish Dancers grow? 18:43 – What are the 5 most common injuries? 23:00 – Foot and Ankle injuries 26:30 – What made BJay Ryan create Stabillasox? 32:27 – If Dancer’s were to wear these socks consistently, how would it help them to improve? 38:23 – What are 3 things Dancers can do to reduce the negative impact Irish Dancing has on their bodies? 41:41 – The importance of a warm-up   Instagram: @Stabillasox Get your Stabillasox: Here Dr Roisin Cahalan research: Read Here   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now MWM Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    48 min
  4.  “My best teachers, out of all the work I’ve done, have been children involved in dance.” – Sean Connolly

    AUG 21

     “My best teachers, out of all the work I’ve done, have been children involved in dance.” – Sean Connolly

    In this episode of Meg Talks, she speaks to the knowledgeable author, speaker and performance coach, Sean Connolly! They discuss lots of important points and we find out a bit about what Sean does.   They Discuss: 00:55 - What does Sean do? 04:26 - Mind and body connection   08:55  - When passion becomes an obsession 11:45 - The importance of dance teachers knowing their students and how they work 15:11 -  Burnout 19:35 -  The start of Sean’s workshops 22:39 - We all get a bit stuck with nerves anxiety 24:33 - How has Sean seen dancing change? 25:32  - Dancers are tough! 27:40 - Dancers learn skills that help them to be successful in life 35:56 - It’s hard to track the progress of mindset/mental health 50:49 - Sean’s workshops 57:45 - What is the first practical step a dancer should take? 1:03:00 - Tell someone when you’re struggling mentally 1:03:58 - What is next for Sean Connolly?   Dancing Minds Facebook - @Dancing Minds Workshop Instagram - @sconnollycoaching   The Little Book Of Inspiration for Irish Dancers - Here Dancing Minds, Advice from the Masters of Dance - Here   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now MWM Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    1h 13m
  5. A British Nationals Debrief

    AUG 7

    A British Nationals Debrief

    In this episode of Meg Talk's, Meg goes solo as she tell us about her time at the British Nationals. From watching you guys dance, to hiding teddy bears around the venue; both Meg and Annabelle had a blast! Meg Talks About: 3:00 – Not dancing but still attending the British Nationals 4:22 – How the Gold Club helps parents 6:00 – Meg Talk’s Podcast helping dancers around the world 7:30 – The reason Meg attends these competitions 10:30 – Meg and Annabelle’s fun activities at the British Nationals! 12:25 – Dancers being unrecognisable when all dressed up 14:45 – Adventures of Coco the Bear 15:20 – Effort vs Performance 18:50 – Move Like a Champion Mini course   Insta: @movewithmegg Tik Tok: @movewithmegg Facebook: @movewithmeg   MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now   MWM Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now   MWM Croc Charms: Get Here   MWM Maggie the Bear: Get Now

    22 min
  6. “Once you’ve danced, put that in a box and lock it away…” – Mia Harris

    JUL 17

    “Once you’ve danced, put that in a box and lock it away…” – Mia Harris

    In this episode, Meg talks to her very first 1:1 dancer from when she first started; Mia Harris! They have been supporting each other for 6 years now and have had the pleasure of watching each other grow. Luckily for Mia, she even had the opportunity to spend a week doing her work experience with Move with Meg...and it’s not what she expected!   They Talk About: 0:59 -  How Mia got into Irish dancing 2:00 -  Navigating competitive friendships 3:35 – How Mia first found Move with Meg 6:00 – Meg and Mia talking about their time together 7:29 – How Meg’s coaching/training and knowledge has changed over the years 10:55 – How Mia’s relationship with Meg has helped her through the last 6 years 13:25 – Dancer’s and their feelings 19:12 – How Mia balances dancing around her biggest school years 28:10 – Mia’s work experience at Move with Meg 30:57 – Why you should do the Free MWM Move Like A Champion Mini Course according to Mia 34:28 -  The best piece of advice Mia has been given 40:00 – What is Mia’s advice for other dancers   Find Mia on Insta: @miaeharris_xx     MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Find Out More   MWM Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    45 min
  7. "Focus on the process not the end result..." - Owen Luebbers

    JUL 10

    "Focus on the process not the end result..." - Owen Luebbers

    In this episode, Meg talks to a very special guest, Owen Luebbers! Owen is a World Champion and Irish dancing phenomenon, who has also been recently featured in the Irish dancing magazine. We talk about his move from the US to Ireland and the difference in his training. As well as being a successful dancer, Owen likes to write songs in his spare time and we discuss his artistic ways in the episode. Don't miss this one.   They Talk about: 01:09 – The start of Owen's Irish dancing journey and how he got into it 03:09 – Dancing in Ireland vs the US 10:00 – Resting and the expectation of ourselves in classes 12:30 – Staying confident with your ability, especially on the days you're not feeling up to it 17:31 – Owen and his peers as competitors  20:12 – Competitive friendships in general 21:25 – Competitive spirit/fueling the fire within you 22:50 – Teacher’s and the importance of them knowing you 25:03 – Owen on being a World Champion 28:22 – Social media and Irish dancing 34:24 – Owen and his song writing 36:10 – Dancing having a bigger impact on you than you may think 41:41 – What does the future hold for Owen? 46:29 – The best advice Owen has ever been given...   Find him on Instagram - @owenluebbers   MWM App with FREE Move Like A Champion Mini-Course: Grab Now   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now   MWM Calm The Nerves Meditation: Grab Now

    51 min
  8. “Once you’re a world champion, you’re always going to be a world champion…” – Blanaid O’Neill

    JUN 12

    “Once you’re a world champion, you’re always going to be a world champion…” – Blanaid O’Neill

    In this episode, Meg talks to Irish dancer and 7-time World champion Blanaid O’Neill!   They talk about: Her experiences at the worlds Her dancing journey since starting at a very young age How she prepares and calms nerves before going on stage The transition/balance of performing competitively and performing on stage   MWM Gold Club/Members Club: Join Now

    35 min
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Move With Meg founder, Meg, talks about all things Irish Dance with some amazing guests, including MWM Coaches, MWM Dance Clients, Champions, Teachers and more…

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