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Larke Hasstedt & Colin Morrison - When The Dream Changes Season 2 Episode 1
What happens when the dream you've spent your life pursuing takes an unexpected turn?
In the Season 2 premiere of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista sit down with Larke Hasstedt and Colin Morrison—two people whose paths began in very different worlds before ultimately leading them to each other.
Larke shares her journey from joining Oregon Ballet Theatre at just 17 to transitioning into the commercial dance industry. Colin reflects on growing up during the rise of freestyle motocross (FMX), competing professionally in a sport built around risk, progression, and pushing limits.
Together, they discuss what happens when your identity becomes tied to your career, the challenge of embracing change, and the unexpected opportunities that can emerge when life doesn't unfold the way you imagined.
What you’ll hear:
- 🩰 Larke's transition from ballet to commercial dance
- 🏍️ Colin's career in professional freestyle motocross
- 🌱 Navigating major life changes and new beginnings
- ❤️ Lessons on identity, marriage, and growing together
- ✨ Finding purpose beyond the dream you first imagined
This episode is a thoughtful conversation about change, resilience, and discovering that sometimes the path you never planned becomes the one that shapes you most.
Ryan Fleming - Beyond the Camera episode 25
Building Something That Lasts - with Ryan Fleming
Let's sit down with longtime filmmaker and high level industry photographer Ryan Fleming, who has been documenting The Space since the very beginning.
Over the past decade, Ryan has captured the people, performances, and behind-the-scenes moments that have shaped The Space's story. But this conversation goes far beyond filmmaking. Together, Cory and Ryan reflect on creativity, community, faith, family, and what it means to spend years building something you truly believe in.
Ryan shares lessons from documenting artists, navigating burnout, staying inspired through changing seasons, and how becoming a father has reshaped his perspective on ambition, purpose, and success. The conversation ultimately asks a deeper question: when the work is finished, what will actually last?
What you’ll hear:
- 🎥 The evolution of The Space through Ryan's lens
- 🎨 Creativity, burnout, and sustaining inspiration over time
- 🙏 How faith has influenced Ryan's view of success and purpose
- 👨👩👦 Fatherhood, legacy, and building a meaningful life
- 🌱 What separates lasting impact from temporary achievement
This episode is a thoughtful conversation about creativity, relationships, and building a life that matters long after the work is done.
How To Embrace Change episode 24
Change is one of the few constants in life—but that doesn't make it easy.
n this episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista reflect on the different seasons of life and what it means to embrace change instead of resisting it. From parenting and marriage to business, personal growth, and letting go of the past, they share honest conversations about navigating life's transitions with greater perspective and intention.
Together, they explore why every season brings both challenges and gifts, how growth often happens in the moments we didn't plan for, and why learning to trust the process can be just as important as chasing the next milestone.
What you’ll hear:
- 🌱 How to recognize the season of life you're in
- 👨👩👧👦 Lessons from parenting as children become more independent
- ❤️ Navigating marriage through different seasons of growth
- ✨ Why letting go can create space for something new
- 🙏 Finding purpose, gratitude, and growth through change
Whether you're facing a major transition or simply wondering what this season of life is trying to teach you, this conversation offers thoughtful reflection and encouragement to embrace where you are while looking ahead with hope.
Tyce Diorio - How to Last in Danceepisode 23
The Artist Beyond the Applause
Episode 23 of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory sits down with legendary choreographer Tyce Diorio for one of his most personal and reflective conversations to date.
Rather than focusing on credits and accomplishments, this episode explores the person behind the career. Tyce reflects on the lessons learned through decades of creating, teaching, reinventing, and mentoring artists, while sharing his perspective on what it truly takes to build a lasting life in the entertainment industry.
Together, they discuss longevity, auditions, social media, burnout, purpose beyond success, and the qualities that separate talented dancers from artists who build sustainable careers. As a longtime mentor at The Space, Tyce also shares what he hopes the next generation of dancers focuses on as they pursue their own paths.
What you’ll hear:
- 🎭 Building a career with purpose and longevity
- 🎬 Lessons from auditions, reinvention, and resilience
- 📱 Navigating social media as an artist
- 🌱 Why character, growth, and authenticity matter beyond talent
The conversation concludes with a simple but powerful question: Who are you when the music stops and the applause is over?
Sharmila Mitra - The Secret to a Stronger Dancer episode 22
Krista sits down with Pilates expert Sharmila Mitra to explore the key ways that Pilates can support your dance technique, longevity, and overall well-being.
Together, they discuss what Pilates is, why it has become an essential part of dancers' training, and how it can help build your strength, improve alignment, increase body awareness, support recovery, and reduce the risk of injury.
The conversation also explores the differences between mat Pilates and the Gyrotonic® method, how each complements your dance training, and why quality of movement is just as important as technique.
What you’ll hear:
- 💪 How Pilates supports strength, alignment, and control
- 🩰 Why body awareness is essential for dancers
- 🔄 The differences between Pilates and Gyrotonic®
- 🌱 How intentional movement can support long-term performance and recovery
Whether you're a dancer, dance parent, teacher, or simply interested in movement and wellness, this episode offers practical insights for building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient body.
Collin Molloy - Making the Leap to Los Angeles episode 21
Collin Molloy Turns Training Into Opportunity
Sit down with Collin Molloy, a Launch Season 9 alumni and featured dancer in The Space Between documentary.
Collin shares his journey from performing on cruise ships to moving to California to join Launch, and the experiences that helped shape his growth as both a dancer and young professional. He reflects on the transition from training to pursuing opportunities, the challenges of stepping into a new environment, and how Launch played a role in helping him secure agency representation.
What you’ll hear:
- 🚢 Life performing on cruise ships
- 🌴 The decision to move to California for Launch
- 🎯 Lessons learned navigating the transition from training to opportunity
- 🤝 How mentorship, community, and preparation helped shape his journey
This episode offers an honest look at growth, opportunity, and the steps that can help turn training into a professional path.
Jenna Stewart - Stress & the Mind-Body Connection episode 20
Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening?
In Episode 20 of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista sit down with Jenna Stewart—Somatic Practitioner, Myofascial Release Specialist, Health & Lifestyle Coach, and Wellness Educator—for a powerful conversation about the connection between the body, stress, healing, and resilience.
Drawing from her own journey as a professional dancer navigating chronic pain, surgeries, burnout, and emotional exhaustion, Jenna shares how she discovered the profound relationship between the nervous system, fascia, and stored stress. What began as a personal healing journey became a mission to help others better understand the messages their bodies are sending.
Together, they explore nervous system regulation, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, burnout, breathwork, fascia health, and the practical tools that can help people move from survival mode into a healthier, more connected way of living.
What you’ll hear:
- 🧠 How stress and emotions can show up in the body
- 🌬️ The role of breathwork and nervous system regulation
- 💪 Understanding fascia, tension, and chronic pain
- ❤️ Practical tools for resilience, recovery, and self-awareness
This episode is an insightful conversation about healing, listening to your body, and creating lasting change from the inside out.
Raising Kids While Chasing Dreams episode 19
An honest conversation about raising kids while building your business, pursuing creative dreams, and trying to stay connected through it all.
Cory and Krista reflect on the journey of parenting now professional dancer Autumn Miller and pro soccer player Harbor Miller, while growing The Brea Space from a single white room into a creative community and career ecosystem. They share what worked for their family, what didn’t, the sacrifices that came with entrepreneurship, and the lessons they learned about trust, communication, discipline, creativity, faith, and allowing kids to become fully themselves.
The conversation explores topics including homeschooling, social media, sports, dance, family balance, and what it’s really like building a business together as husband and wife.
What you’ll hear:
- 👨👩👧👦 Honest reflections on parenting creative kids
- 🏗️ The realities of building a business as a family
- 🎭 Conversations around social media, sports, dance, and balance
- 🌱 Lessons learned through mistakes, growth, and trust
This episode isn’t about perfection or pretending to have all the answers—it’s a real conversation about family, growth, sacrifice, and the unseen work behind both parenting and entrepreneurship.
How Kennis Marquis Built Longevity episode 18
Inside the Space - Kennis Marquis
Episode 18 of Inside The Space with The Millers welcomes one of the most respected grooves teachers and choreographers in the industry, Kennis Marquis. Known throughout Los Angeles and beyond as a major voice in Hip Hop and grooves culture, Kennis shares his journey from St. Louis to becoming one of the most influential educators and creatives in dance.
Throughout his career, Kennis has worked with artists including Britney Spears, P. Diddy, LL Cool J, Ludacris, Zayn Malik, and Tamar Braxton, while also choreographing for projects such as Just Dance, the ESPY Awards with LeBron James, MTV’s Taking the Stage, and So You Think You Can Dance Ukraine.
The conversation explores the importance of foundation, authenticity within Hip Hop culture, longevity in the entertainment industry, and what it truly takes to build a career that lasts. Kennis also reflects on teaching, mentorship, grooves culture, and why connecting to the music matters just as much as the choreography itself.
What you’ll hear:
- 🎶 Why groove and musical connection matter
- 🧱 The importance of foundation and authenticity
- 🌴 Lessons on longevity in the dance industry
- 🤝 Perspective on teaching, mentorship, and culture
This episode is packed with stories, insight, perspective, and inspiration for dancers, parents, and creatives alike.
10 Year Anniversary: The Story, The Film, What’s Next episode 17
10 Years In — Our Story, Unfiltered
In this special episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista celebrate 10 years of building, growing, and evolving and reflect on the journey that brought them here.
They share lessons learned along the way, the role of community in shaping The Space, and the moments that defined the past decade.
This episode also introduces their first docufilm, premiering May 13th at the El Portal Theatre. This is a project capturing the heart, work, and behind-the-scenes story of The Space.
Looking ahead, they preview upcoming summer events, offering a look into what’s next as they continue to grow and expand the community.
What you’ll hear:
- 🎉 Reflections on 10 years of The Space
- 🎬 The story behind the new docufilm
- 🤝 The role of community in the journey
- ☀️ A preview of upcoming summer events
This episode is a reflection on the past and a look forward to what’s next.
Getting Your Life Together, with Todd Flanagan episode 16
In this episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista sit down with longtime friend Todd Flanagan—a dancer and artist whose journey has grown alongside theirs.
Todd shares his path through the dance industry—from early uncertainty to the experiences that shaped his perspective. The conversation also explores his upcoming GYLT (“Get Your Life Together”) tour, where he’ll be traveling to teach, connect, and share his evolving message with dancers across the country.
They reflect on the importance of friendship, trust, and the people who show up in the early stages—when everything is still taking shape. This episode looks at growth behind the scenes and how perspective is built over time.
What you’ll hear:
- 🎯 Todd’s journey through the dance industry
- 🛤️ The mindset shifts that shaped his perspective
- 🧳 The purpose behind the GYLT tour
- 🤝 The role of community and relationships in growth
This episode is about process, perspective, and the moments that shape who you become.
Gary Heyer: of Heyer Power Wellness Featuring L/\UNCH, Season 9 episode 15
In this episode Cory sits down with Gary Heyer, founder of Heyer Power Wellness, for a conversation centered on health, mindset, and purpose.
Gary shares his journey as a Stage 4 cancer survivor and how that experience led him to completely transform his lifestyle and build a wellness brand focused on nutrition, immunity, and daily habits.
The conversation explores the connection between physical health, mental strength, and long-term performance, along with the role of discipline, faith, and consistency in overcoming adversity and building a sustainable life.
What you’ll hear:
- 💪 Lessons from a Stage 4 cancer survival journey
- 🧠 The role of mindset and discipline in recovery and growth
- 🥗 How nutrition, hydration, and lifestyle impact energy and health
- 🎯 Building a purpose-driven path through adversity
This episode offers a grounded look at resilience, perspective, and what it takes to take ownership of your health and direction.
Thinking Differently with Cory Miller episode 14
In this episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Krista sits down with Cory Miller for a candid conversation about the evolution of his life as a dad, skater, and entrepreneur.
Cory reflects on his free-spirited approach to life and how thinking outside the box has shaped the way he parents, mentors students, and helps build the community at The Brea Space. From lessons learned through skating to raising two professional artists, he shares how following his own path has influenced the way he approaches creativity, family, and leadership.
What you’ll learn:
- 🛹 How Cory’s skating background shaped his mindset
- 👨👧👦 His perspective on fatherhood and raising artists
- 🌱 Why individuality and creativity matter in mentorship
- 🎯 The importance of staying true to your own path
This episode offers an honest look at authenticity, perspective, and the mindset behind building a life and community around creativity.
Klassik Kanec episode 13
In Episode 13, Cory sits down with Klassik Kanec — dancer, choreographer, and educator — for an honest conversation about his journey as an artist and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
Klassik reflects on growing up and training in New York City, the experiences that shaped his work ethic, and the mindset shifts that helped him transition from student to professional. The conversation explores the realities young dancers face today, along with the role of discipline, individuality, and long-term perspective in building a career.
This episode offers a grounded look at growth and sustainability in dance—both inside and outside the studio.
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Chasing the Dream episode 12
In this all new episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory sits down with Krista Miller for their most personal conversation yet. Krista opens up about her journey—from dancer to teacher, from dreamer to business owner, and from artist to mom navigating it all in real time.
They reflect on the highs and challenges of building The Brea Space, the lessons learned while leading the next generation, and what it truly takes to balance creativity, family, and entrepreneurship without losing your heart along the way.
An honest, inspiring look at the woman behind the studio—and the values that built a community.
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Dana Wilson's Advice You Need to Succeed episode 11
Dancer, choreographer, and widely known podcast host Dana Wilson joins Inside The Space with the Millers for a high-energy, insight-driven conversation.
Dana is best known as the co-host of the hugely popular The Dance Podcast, one of the most listened-to dance podcasts in the industry, recognized for its honest, unfiltered conversations and massive reach within the global dance community.
Topics include:
- Building a long-term career in dance
- Fame, visibility, and staying grounded
- Authenticity and creative voice
- Real-world advice for young dancers chasing big goals
Clear, motivating perspective from one of the most influential voices in dance media today
Grounded, Grateful, Growing: Setting Intentions for the New Year episode 10
In this week’s episode of Inside The Space, Cory and Krista talk about how they’re approaching 2026—not through resolutions, but through intentional goal-setting rooted in values. They reflect on lessons from the past year, share how gratitude keeps them grounded, and explain how they set meaningful intentions for their family, The Space, and their businesses.
The conversation explores why alignment matters more than ambition, how they define growth beyond numbers, and what it looks like to move forward with clarity, patience, and purpose. This episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and choose a direction that truly matters.
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Agents, Auditions, and Insights episode 9
In Episode 9 of Inside The Space, with The Millers, Cory and Krista take you behind the scenes of Evaluation Week—a pivotal moment in a dancer’s journey.
Joined by industry agents Stephanie Landwher (Bloc), Gabe Vargas (GO2 Talent), TT Baker (MSA), and Brandon Sierra (MSA), this episode features an honest, live Q&A with Launch students as they ask real questions about navigating the professional dance world.
The conversation covers:
- What agents look for in headshots and resumes
- How to submit to agencies and seek representation
- What makes a strong client–agent relationship
- Expectations and mindset for today’s industry
This episode offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at auditions, representation, and next steps—for dancers and parents alike.
Special thanks: Ryan Fleming · Chris Ray · Martin Fobes · Motion Club House
Edited by: Motion Club House
Social Media & Your Journey episode 8
In this episode of Inside The Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista explore the evolving role of social media in the entertainment industry. They discuss both the opportunities and the challenges it presents, sharing personal experiences about how social media has shaped their business and their family’s public presence.
This conversation looks at how platforms can influence your career, creativity, and personal boundaries—and what it really means to navigate social media with intention over the long term.
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Finding Your Work-Life Balance episode 7
This week on Inside the Space with The Millers, Cory and Krista dive into the realities of work-life balance—especially while parenting driven, passionate kids. From managing packed schedules to keeping their marriage strong, they discuss how they navigate encouragement, boundaries, and knowing when a child needs rest, space, or support.
🎧 With honest perspective, funny moments, and grounded advice, this episode is perfect for any parent trying to figure out how to do right by their kids and themselves.
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L/\UNCH: Fame & Success episode 6
In this episode, Krista Miller and Cory Miller take you behind the scenes of The Launch Program — The Space’s flagship nine-month student mentorship for dancers ready to turn their passion into a career.
You’ll hear:
- How Launch began as a mentorship experiment and became a national training movement
- What makes this program different from any other in the industry
- How Launch blends elite training with real-world experience, confidence-building, and a community-first mindset
- Why Launch continues to raise the bar for young dancers chasing big dreams
Whether you’re dreaming of LA, Broadway, or simply becoming your best self, this episode unpacks the heart, hustle, and vision that makes Launch a game-changer.
🎧 Listen as Krista and Cory share how Launch became more than a program — it became a movement of artists rising together.
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MSA: The Talent Agency That Changed the Gameepisode 5
What does it really take to build a lasting career in dance? In this special episode, Krista and Cory Miller sit down with Julie McDonald and Tony Selznick, co-founders of MSA Talent Agency, to celebrate 25 years of representing dancers, choreographers, and creatives at the highest level.
What you’ll get from this episode:
- Real insight from the team that changed how dancers are seen and valued
- Stories from the frontlines of building one of the industry’s most respected agencies
- Advice for navigating auditions, building relationships, and sustaining a long-term career
- A live Q&A with Launch dancers asking the questions every aspiring pro wants answered
If you’re serious about dance—or any creative career—this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and the kind of perspective that can shift your path forward.
Harbor Miller on Becoming a Pro Athlete - ”Love the Grind“episode 4
In this episode, Krista and Cory sit down with their son, Harbor Miller, to talk about the journey of becoming a young professional athlete.
What you’ll hear:
- The shift from growing up in dance to pursuing soccer full-time
- The discipline, sacrifice, and structure of elite-level training
- Real talk about injuries, burnout, and mental pressure
- How homeschooling supported his athletic goals
- The role of family, focus, and resilience in chasing a dream
It’s a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to build greatness from the ground up—on and off the field.
Harbor Miller is a professional footballer from the United States. He plays for the LA Galaxy as a pro soccer player and elite-level athlete, known for his disciplined training and competitive mindset. He began his soccer journey at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks of youth academies, earning recognition for his technical skill, field awareness, and work ethic. Harbor trained extensively while being homeschooled to support the demands of his schedule, and has dedicated himself fully to the pursuit of a professional career in the sport.
Autumn Miller – Becoming a Professional Dancer: A Journey from YouTube to the World Stage episode 3
In this special episode, Krista and Cory sit down with their daughter, Autumn Miller—professional dancer, creator, and one of the most recognizable figures in the dance world.
What you’ll hear:
- Autumn’s journey from studio kid to global performer
- The realities of growing up in the spotlight
- How she built a loyal YouTube following
- Her take on balance, burnout, and staying grounded
- Candid stories, real laughs, and honest inspiration
Whether you’re a dancer, a parent, or someone chasing a dream, Autumn’s story will motivate you to keep pushing—with passion, purpose, and heart.
Conversations with Industry Leaders episode 2
In this episode, Krista and Cory Miller sit down with some of the most iconic voices in the dance industry — award-winning choreographers, directors, and educators who’ve helped shape The Space and Launch into what they are today.
You’ll hear from:
- ⭐ Marguerite Derricks
- ⭐ Tessandra Chavez
- ⭐ Danny Lawn
- ⭐ Brian Friedman
- ⭐ Tyce Diorio
- ⭐ Christina Grady
- ⭐ Derrick Schrader
- ⭐ Lacey Schwimmer
These creative leaders open up about what drives their choreography, their experience working with Launch dancers, and the life lessons they’ve learned in and out of the studio. From behind-the-scenes insights to career-shaping moments, this conversation is packed with inspiration for dancers, parents, and artists at every stage of their journey.
“Inside The Space” with The Millers — Podcast Launch episode 1
Creative entrepreneurs and co-founders of The Brea Space, Cory and Krista Miller, are pulling back the curtain with their brand-new podcast: Inside The Space with The Millers. This weekly show dives into the world of dance, artistry, and entrepreneurship with a mix of candid storytelling, industry insights, and real-life lessons.
Listeners will hear conversations with dancers, choreographers, and creatives, alongside personal reflections from the Millers’ own journey—building The Brea Space, launching The Space TV, and raising two professional artists.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
- Why Cory & Krista launched the podcast
- The story of The Brea Space and The Space TV
- How creativity, parenting, and entrepreneurship overlap in their lives
- Their vision for future episodes and guests
Whether you’re a dancer, a creative entrepreneur, or simply chasing a passion, this podcast invites you into the Millers’ creative family—offering inspiration, practical advice, and an unfiltered look at life inside the performing arts.