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PODCAST

Life Academy

Alicia Banit & Dena Kaplan

On screen frenemies to real life besties, so of course we started a podcast! Stay tuned for your weekly questionable life lessons from Dena Amy Kaplan and Alicia Banit. Class is in session!

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69:50

Life Lately: Chaos, Catch Ups and Car Crashes

Life Academy ·

2025/07/08

This week on Life Academy, we hit pause on the big themes and take a moment to check in with each other (and with you). It’s a much-needed life update and brain dump, where nothing is too small, too big, too chaotic, or too TMI.We debrief on everything from Dena’s recent car accident (she’s okay, but wow…) to Alicia’s ongoing house reno saga, to mum life highs and lows, and a bunch of little things in between. Think of this episode as a deep exhale for us, and hopefully for you too. Whether

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25:55

Your Burning Questions Part 1

Life Academy ·

2025/07/06

We asked, you delivered, and then some! This week on Life Academy, we’re diving into Part 1 of answering your burning questions, from juicy Dance Academy throwbacks to deep life chats, parenting, personal growth, and everything in between, nothing was off-limits.We got thousands of questions (literally), so we’ve hand-picked some of our favourites to kick off this Q&A series (dont worry if we didn't answer your question we will do this again and again..) It’s raw, reflective, and totally

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71:07

Raising Girls Who Like Themselves

Life Academy ·

2025/07/01

In this very important episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Kasey Edwards. Researcher, bestselling author, and the powerhouse behind "Raising Girls Who Like Themselves". Kasey’s work has sparked a movement of empowered parenting, and today, she’s sharing her wisdom with us, including the pillars to raising girls to like themselves. 💬 In This Episode: Kasey unpacks what it really takes to raise confident, resilient girls in a world that often tells them they’re not enough We talk body image,

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74:47

The Truth Will Set You Free

Life Academy ·

2025/06/24

This one’s brave and unforgettable. In todays episode, Alicia and Dena sit down with the incredible Tim Pocock, actor, composer and now author who shares his powerful journey of breaking free and finding truth.💬 In This Episode: Tim opens up about growing up in and ultimately escaping a fundamentalist cult What it was like to endure and survive conversion therapy The long, complicated road to coming out and reclaiming his identity How storytelling became a lifeline and why he’s

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66:34

Our Mental Health Journey's Part 1

Life Academy ·

2025/06/17

This one’s raw, real, and just the beginning. In this episode Alicia and Dena sit down for Part 1 of a powerful series exploring their personal mental health journeys.💬 In This Episode: Alicia opens up about her lifelong struggles with self-worth and the moments that cracked the facade Dena shares her road from addiction to recovery and the messy, beautiful truth of healing We unpack the emotional toll of PMDD and how it can feel like a shadow self taking over Why depression doesn’t

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63:34

Reclaiming Our Relationship With Food

Life Academy ·

2025/06/10

In this deliciously thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Tammy and Eitam from Boosa, food therapy experts who are flipping the script on how we think about eating. Forget diets and calorie counting. This conversation is all about rediscovering the joy, memory, and meaning behind what nourishes us.💬 In This Episode: How food therapy can heal our relationship with eating and our mental health Why shame has no place at the dinner table Connecting childhood memories and cultural

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87:01

Giving Birth is Badass!

Life Academy ·

2025/06/03

We are cool moms now- Giving Birth Is Badass! This one’s for the mamas, past, present, and future. In this episode Alicia and Dena dive deep into the raw, wild, and awe-inspiring experience of becoming mothers. From the moments of conception to the miracle (and mayhem) of birth, they share their honest and powerful stories, the joyful highs, the scary unknowns, and the strength they didn’t know they had. 💬 In This Episode: The emotional rollercoaster from trying to conceive to holding

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28:05

REWATCH! Dance Academy Season 1, Episode 1

Life Academy ·

2025/06/01

You asked, we delivered! In this special bonus episode, Alicia and Dena hit rewind and take you back to where it all began, the very first episode of Dance Academy. 🎬 In This Episode: Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard Hilarious memories from their first day on set What it was like watching themselves as baby ballerinas Reflections on how far they (and their characters) have come 💫 Why this episode is a must-listen: Whether you’re a lifelong Dance Academy fan or new to

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79:30

Body Image & Ego Deaths

Life Academy ·

2025/05/27

This one’s a deep dive. In Episode 4, Alicia and Dena open up about their personal journeys with body image from the pressures of the entertainment industry to the profound transformations brought on by motherhood.💬 In This Episode: How growing up in front of cameras and dance studios shaped the way they saw their bodies The silent struggles that came with constant industry expectations How becoming mothers reshaped their relationship with self-image The concept of “ego death” and

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74:45

Talking to Lost Loved Ones

Life Academy ·

2025/05/20

In this very special episode, we’re joined by the one and only Thom Green — aka Sammy from Dance Academy. That’s right… we’ve brought our bestie back from the dead (not literally… or is it?) for a hilarious, heartfelt, and slightly chaotic reunion.💬 In This Episode: Thom spills on life after Dance Academy We lovingly interrogate him about old times, new adventures, and everything in between Alicia and Dena relive some of their most iconic moments with Sammy A few surprises and plenty

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71:51

What happens in LA doesn't stay in LA

Life Academy ·

2025/05/13

Buckle up for a wild ride through Tinseltown in this spicy second episode! Alicia and Dena take you behind the scenes of their outrageous LA adventures — from on-set secrets to unexpected celebrity encounters.🎬 In This Episode: We spill the tea on our time in Los Angeles and how very different our lives are now Alicia dishes on working with Aussie icon Chris Lilley, and yes — we’re counting Home and Away heartthrobs too 👀 Dena shares juicy behind-the-scenes moments from working with

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66:50

Welcome to Life Academy

Life Academy ·

2025/05/06

Welcome to the very first episode of Life Academy with Dena Amy Kaplan and Alicia Banit —on screen frenemies turned real-life besties and your unqualified but enthusiastic guides through the mess and magic of modern life. You might know them from the beloved TV series Dance Academy, but now they’re teaming up in real life to dive into all the big things: motherhood, identity, relationships, and figuring it out as you go. 💬 In This Episode: Meet your hosts: Dena & Alicia — from TV drama to

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