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Welcome to The Jig Journals! A podcast made by dancers on The Embrace Project

11/08/2025

New Podcast Episode – Dancing on the Walls
All week during the Maiden City Festival, our dancers have been performing every hour on the historic walls of Derry — between sets we’ve been meeting characters from the city’s past, hearing their stories, and seeing the walls in a whole new way.❤️

In this episode of The Jig Journals, the dancers share what they’ve enjoyed most about dancing here — from favourite steps to performing for visitors and being part of the festival.

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2g60ct7Hf9p2zBTRphiPv1?si=jHQspI49Sx-ZCB2WSaNraw

01/08/2025

🎉 NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! 🎉

This week on The Jig Journals, we’re sharing our favourite dance memories — the funny ones, the unexpected ones, and the ones that stuck with us long after the music stopped.

It’s full of laughs, friendships, and the kind of moments that make dancing unforgettable.

🎧 Available now on Spotify — just search The Jig Journals!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fHXtvYHXST4QLHoifW9dZ?si=4EWGhA0ZRlOKGXM7PF_trg

30/07/2025

🎙️ New podcast episode is live
This one means a lot.

We’re talking about what we’d tell our younger selves — the pressure, the setbacks, and finally getting the win after years of pushing through. It’s real, it’s honest, and if you’ve ever struggled with confidence, this one’s for you.

There’s also a few brilliant throwback photos of our dancers — from their early days to now. Definitely worth a watch.
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Available now to WATCH on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3tG1ztz60HokRBk7rE8nuB?si=Ze5yZptySEWmGuv9TG6rgQ

26/07/2025

🎬 New Episode Drop: The Comeback Mindset 🧠🔥
🎧 Competition Positivity Series – Ep. 2

This episode is all about channeling your inner fighter — rising when it counts, pushing past the pressure, and showing up with heart. 🥊
📍 Streaming now on Spotify — Search The Jig Journals

https://open.spotify.com/episode/21pGI0T9jpHS4zzNC3LtFe?si=Uht5q501QESSBMAhvtx_SQ

18/07/2025

🎉 It’s Here! Our New Podcast Episode is LIVE! 🎧

The first episode of our Competition Positivity Series — “You’ve Done the Work — Trust Yourself” — is now available on Spotify! 🙌

If you're heading into competition season feeling a little nervous, this is your reminder that you are ready. 💪 You've trained hard, now it's time to trust yourself and enjoy every step.

✨ Listen now on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2rYvqIWmE62EA1UYlCkZcB?si=4iiBMmPDSdSDuJ9rqEgCpg

16/07/2025

🌟 New Podcast Series Launching This Friday! 🎙️

As competition season kicks off, we know it can come with a mix of nerves, pressure, and excitement — so we’re starting a brand new Competition Positivity Series here on The Jig Journals! 💪

First up: “You’ve Done the Work — Trust Yourself.”
This one’s all about reminding you that your training has prepared you more than you think. Take a breath, trust your dancing, and enjoy the moment. ✨

🎧 Tune in this Friday on Spotify — just search The Jig Journals.

11/07/2025

It’s here! 🎧
Part 2 with the amazing Anthea Bundy is now live! 🙌

In this episode, some of our dancers got the mic and asked Anthea their burning questions — from favourite dance moves to life after competing. 💃🕺

She kept it real, fun, and totally inspiring.
Trust us — you do not want to miss this one.

🎙️ Tune in now on your favourite podcast platform!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/55eELmgTghPgjBoUF6XfDK?si=nBVNPKqoQXmIEAbmw3KQ7w

10/07/2025

Hope you’re ready — because Part 2 with the amazing Anthea Bundy drops tomorrow! 🎙️
In this episode, some of our dancers got the chance to ask her a few fun and thoughtful questions — from favourite dance moves to life after competing. You won’t want to miss what she had to say!

04/07/2025

🎙️ New Episode – The Jig Journals: Anthea Bundy (Part 1) is Out Now!

Part 1 of our chat with Anthea Bundy is now live!
Anthea is a former World Champion Highland dancer who went on to train in musical theatre, perform on stage and screen, and now teaches yoga.

In this episode, Anthea shares her story in her own words — from her early dance days to life after competition.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4OYf4L3OH7Bq0nrVOhtKI9?si=SH8CyW7KSyWsDRlw2XkVpw

Stay tuned for Part 2 next Friday, where Anthea answers questions from some of our brilliant young dancers!

02/07/2025

🎙️ Coming This Friday on The Jig Journals – Anthea Bundy (Part 1)

We’re so excited to share our next episode with you — featuring the incredible Anthea Bundy!

Anthea is a former World Champion Highland dancer who went on to train in professional musical theatre, perform on stage and screen, and now teaches yoga.

In Part 1, Anthea shares her story in her own words — from competitive dance to recovery and rediscovery through movement.

🎧 Then stay tuned for Part 2, where she answers questions from some of our amazing young dancers!

Dropping this Friday on Spotify — don’t miss it!

27/06/2025

🎧New Podcast Episode Out Now!

Our latest episode of The Jig Journals is live — and this time, we’re joined by the wonderful dancers from the Pringle School of Irish Dancing! 💃

Grace and I (Becky!) introduced the dancers to a bit of Highland dance, and in this episode, you’ll hear what they thought of the experience — what they enjoyed, what surprised them, and how it felt trying something new.

We also caught up with their teacher, Allison, a few days later to hear how the dancers were feeling after the workshop and what similarities she noticed between Irish and Highland styles.

Tune in now on Spotify!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fSjfLgdt5IDNfaoGLxrBa?si=QScGxzv-Q-yB9s3bzgSLXw

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