
Girl, Plies
A Podcast About Dance, Life After Dance & Lifelong Friendship
A Little Plié. A Lot to Say.
From college dance floors to stages around the world, our professional dance journeys have been filled with laughter, plot twists and unforgettable moments. Twenty years later, we're back together as the friends who shared it all, ready to revisit the highs, the lows, and everything in between to inspire and uplift others. We've experienced incredible successes and heartbreaking setbacks, unforgettable wins and some truly terrible losses. Through it all, dance has shaped who we are, the friendships we've built, and the stories we still love (and sometimes can't believe) we're telling.
Welcome to Girl Plies — our second chance at the spotlight. Only this time, we're older, a little more worn out, our bodies hurt in places we didn't know existed, and we dare you not to laugh at some of the things we've been through!
Now, we're sharing it all — the memories, the madness, the lessons, and the laughs.
So grab a seat, turn up the volume, and come along for the ride. We’re just getting started.
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meet your hosts

Kat Wilson
Founder of Girl, Plies
I’ve lived in the Midwest for 20 years, helping shape successful students in every walk of life, from the fashion world to nuclear medicine to the professional dance industry today.
Before planting roots, I was something of a world traveler. Dancing took me across the country and beyond as a performer, adjudicator, educator and creator. Through it all, I never forgot the incredible friendships made during those four years of college.
From intense rehearsals, magical shows and nightly cocktails at the local Squirrel Hill bar, to cruise ship performer, to New York City waitress, to thriving studio owner inspiring the next generation every day.
I laugh through my pain as I heal from some of life’s unexpected obstacles. If anyone knows how to pivot out of a negative situation, it’s a dancer!
We could all use a little more laughter and genuine honesty in our lives.
Girl, Plies is going to bring you just that.

Nikki
Born and raised in Massachusetts Nikki has spent her life immersed in the world of dance as a performer, educator, choreographer coach and lifelong student of the art in sport over the years.
Nikki has had the chance to create coach teach and mentor dancers at every stage of their journey, but some of her favorite memories still go back to our own training and the friendship that grew from it.
When she’s not in the studio, classroom or on the field Nikki enjoys judging, teaching and choreographing around the country and co-leading 376Dance. On this podcast she’s excited to reminisce laugh and share stories about the people and experiences that help shape her journey.
Ashley
Ashley’s love of dance began at age eight and took her from South Florida to Las Vegas, where she performed for nearly a decade. She later taught eager dancers before discovering yoga and its power to heal from the inside out.
After life-changing surgery in 2021, Ashley found the courage to open her own yoga business and embrace a new chapter. Now living in Houston with her husband, she combines her lifelong love of movement with her work in corporate fitness, creating spaces where people can move, heal and thrive. Ashley believes every twist and turn has a purpose—and sometimes the next adventure begins with a deep breath, an open heart and a plié.

Katie
Katie is a New Jersey native and professional dancer who has performed for Walt Disney World, Legends in Concert and other entertainment companies. With over 15 years in education, she continues to inspire young performers as a high school educator and award-winning choreographer, recognized for her creativity, storytelling and innovative choreography.
Katie is also the founder and co-advisor of GROW (Girls Recognizing Our Worth), empowering young women through confidence, leadership, service and wellness. When she’s not in the studio or theater, she enjoys fishing with her husband and children. She’s excited for this new adventure and looks forward to sharing plenty of laughs!
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