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Alka Sharma

Dancing to Success: Antoinetta Popova on Overcoming Challenges and Building a Legacy

E63 • Feb 10, 2026 • 54 mins

Alka Sharma welcomes Antoinetta Popova to discuss her journey from gymnastics to dance, including challenges in finding the right partner and transitioning disciplines. Antoinetta shares insights on judging criteria, the Blackpool competition, and strategies for a championship mindset. They discuss the importance of a good coach, effective communication in partnerships, and life lessons from dance. Antoinetta also talks about launching a luxury sneaker line, family influence on entrepreneurship, and expanding Canada's dance audience. The episode ends with advice for aspiring dancers and upcoming events.

Key Points

  • Parental support and guidance play a crucial role in nurturing a child's talents and providing the necessary tools for their success.
  • The journey to becoming a champion involves significant sacrifices, discipline, and the ability to block out distractions to stay focused on one's goals.
  • Entrepreneurship requires passion, creativity, and the ability to connect with others who share your vision to bring innovative ideas to life.
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