Pole Obsession

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  Remembering Jamilla Deville | From Australia’s First Pole Studio to the Global Stage 13.08.2026 57min

  Send us Fan Mail Join us as we sit down with Jamila Deville, one of the very first pole instructors in Australia and a true pioneer of the global pole community. From her early days performing and teaching at Sydney’s first pole studio in 2004, to touring the world and now building her life in Nashville, Jamila shares stories the pole world has never heard before. In this episode, we dive into: The early days of pole in Australia and how she helped shape the industry.The differences between A...
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  Tammy Morris: Ben Affleck, J.Lo, Pole Dancing & the Story Behind the Headlines 08.08.2026 38min

  Send us Fan Mail When Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s relationship dominated headlines in the early 2000s, one woman suddenly found herself at the centre of one of Hollywood’s biggest stories. In this exclusive conversation, she shares how she got into the adult entertainment industry, what really happened from her perspective, and what it was like to become the focus of worldwide media attention. We also dive into the often-debated differences between stripping and pole dancing, the evoluti...
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  Have We Found the World’s First Pole Studio? | Part 1 25.07.2026 51min

  Send us Fan Mail After months of researching the earliest days of pole, we think we’ve found the answer. In Part 1, we sit down with Tammy Morris—former exotic dancer, international performer, pole pioneer and one of Canada’s earliest pole studio owners. Tammy takes us back to the 1990s, revealing how pole tricks were learned before YouTube, social media and competitions, what touring the world was really like, and the fascinating story behind what is believed to be the world’s very first pol...
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  Why So Many Pole Studios Are Closing: The Reality of Running a Pole Studio in 2026 18.07.2026 1h 14min

  Send us Fan Mail Thinking about opening a pole studio? Listen to this first. In this episode of Pole Obsession, we’re diving into the reality of running a pole studio in today’s economy. From rising rent and operating costs to declining profits and increasing competition, we explore why so many studios are struggling to survive. We discuss the latest statistics on small businesses, reveal how many Australian pole studios have closed in recent years, and chat with The Pole Wizard, Jakub, from ...
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  The Reality of Running Pole Competitions, Inside the 2026 Competition Season. 09.07.2026 21min

  Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to run a pole competition? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most challenging competition seasons we’ve ever experienced. From theatres being double booked and last-minute venue issues, to poles not arriving, rising costs, low ticket sales, scheduling headaches, interstate logistics, and the constant problem-solving that competitors never see—we’re sharing it all. This isn’t about complaining. It’s about giving you an hones...
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  The Original Pole Pioneers Have Entered the Chat 29.06.2026 1h 24min

  Send us Fan Mail What was pole really like in the beginning? In this episode, we sit down with two of the first pole dance instructors in the world and two of Australia’s true pioneers, Suzie Q & Candice Leigh about how the industry has changed over the last two decades. From performing on television and opening some of Australia’s earliest studios to travelling the world through pole, they share the moments that shaped the industry. We also dive into one of pole’s most controversial conv...
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  Disqualified Routines, Olympic Ambitions & The Future of Pole with David Lacagnina 11.06.2026 1h 20min

  Send us Fan Mail Could pole one day become an Olympic sport? In this episode of Pole Obsession, we sit down with David from Italy, President of the world’s only international pole federation, to discuss the future of pole sport and the push for global recognition. We explore what it really takes for a sport to reach the Olympic stage, the challenges pole faces, and how the sport is evolving around the world. We also dive into one of the biggest controversies currently shaking the pole communi...
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  The Reality Behind Successful Women | Featuring Fion from Lunalae 25.05.2026 1h 8min

  Send us Fan Mail This week on Pole Obsession, we sit down with Lunalae founder Fion for one of the rawest and most emotional conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. What started as a chat about building one of the biggest brands in the pole industry turned into something so much deeper. We talk about the reality behind success, balancing motherhood and business, the pressure of doing it all, spirituality, resilience, and what it really takes to keep showing up when life changes you forev...
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  The Cost of Pole: Injuries, Recovery & Longevity 20.05.2026 1h 17min

  Send us Fan Mail This week on Pole Obsession, we’re getting real about injuries, recovery and what happens after 20+ years in pole. Joining us is OG poler Daisy, who opens up about undergoing a double hip replacement after decades of dance, showgirl work and years of splits. Felix Cane shares some of the wild injuries she’s experienced from elite-level pole tricks and being literally thrown off poles, while El somehow survived with comparatively minor injuries despite a lifetime of dance and ...
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  Who Runs the Pole Industry? Pole Fame, Expo Invites & Industry Politics 12.05.2026 1h 13min

  Send us Fan Mail This week on Pole Obsession, we’re diving into the hierarchy within the pole industry… and asking the questions everyone thinks about but rarely says out loud. Who actually holds the power in pole? How do people monetise the industry? How do dancers get invited to expos and major events? And what really makes someone become a “big name”? Of course, in true Pole Obsession fashion, we completely derail along the way — covering everything from parenting moments to blocking peopl...
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  APC Updates, April Fools & Questionable Life Advice 02.04.2026 44min

  Send us Fan Mail APC is officially entering a new era… and yes, we have a LOT to say 👀 In this episode, we break down the major changes coming to Australian Pole Championships — what’s new, what it means for you, and why now is the time to get your entries in. We also need to address the April Fools chaos… because some of you were ready to fight us 😭 And of course, it wouldn’t be Pole Obsession without things getting slightly unhinged — featuring Elle’s Beauty Tip (questionable), Felix’s perf...
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  Cancel Culture in the Pole Industry: The Damage We Don’t See 24.03.2026 53min

  Send us Fan Mail Cancel culture isn’t just a buzzword — it’s happening inside our own community. In this episode, we unpack the pile-on mentality that’s quietly shaping the pole world. The divide between strippers and pole dancers. Studios tearing each other down. Online attacks over pricing, opinions, and perceived mistakes. We’re sharing real, anonymous stories from people who’ve been targeted, silenced, and pushed out — not for doing the wrong thing, but for speaking up. Because when outra...
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  Pole Prodigies: The Ones You’re Not Following (Yet) 19.03.2026 1h 8min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode, we went deep into Instagram and uncovered some of the most talented pole dancers you’ve probably never heard of… yet. We’re talking pole prodigies — artists with under 10K followers who are delivering next-level lines, strength, creativity, and performance. And the best part? They have no idea we’re about to shout them out 👀 If you’re looking for fresh inspiration, new favourites, or just want to stay ahead of the curve in the pole world — this is your episode. ...
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  The Red District: From the Clubs to Building a Studio That Actually Gets It 04.03.2026 1h 10min

  Send us Fan Mail Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of drug and alcohol abuse, violence, and experiences within strip clubs that some listeners may find confronting. In this episode of Pole Obsession, we sit down with Red, the founder of Canberra’s newest pole studio, The Red District. Red shares her journey through the club industry and how those experiences ultimately led her to open her own studio. She speaks openly about the realities of working in clubs, from the highs to ...
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  The Cost of Trusting the Wrong Person 19.02.2026 52min

  Send us Fan Mail Content warning: This episode contains discussion of physical abuse, financial abuse, controlling relationships, drug use, smoking, vaping and prescription medication. Listener discretion advised. In this deeply personal episode, Felix opens up about her past relationship and how emotional, physical and financial abuse impacted both her personal life and her studio. We talk about what it’s like when business and relationships collide, how trust can be manipulated, and the re...
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  Over 20 Pole Studios Closed in Australia in 2025. Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About It? 06.01.2026 36min

  Send us Fan Mail In 2025, over 20 pole studios closed across Australia. Not during COVID. Not during lockdowns. That year. This episode was recorded in late 2025, as the scale of these closures was still unfolding. In this episode of Pole Obsession, Felix and Elizabeth have an honest, necessary conversation about what’s really happening behind the scenes of pole studios in Australia — and why this moment matters more than many people realise. We talk about: Why so many studios may have closed...
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  Inside the Australian Pole Championships: Closets, Chaos, Arena Energy, Tangents & Gratitude 24.12.2025 1h 23min

  Send us Fan Mail It’s a big, slightly chaotic, and very festive episode of Pole Obsession🎄✨ Felix and Elizabeth break down the Australian Pole Championships — from the standout winners to the place-getters — and talk about what it was really like hosting the event in an in-the-round theatre arena. As always, things don’t stay on track for long. The conversation takes a turn when Felix and Elizabeth recount their night at a strip club together — Elizabeth’s first ever strip club experience in ...
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  The Ultimate APC Nationals Rundown & The Tangent No One Asked For 27.11.2025 58min

  Send us Fan Mail This week we somehow manage to cover everything — the Australian Pole Championships National Finals, a very unexpected detour into boob jobs, and of course a full breakdown of every single competitor hitting the APC stage. Expect chaos, insider tea, questionable tangents, and all the excitement leading into the biggest night in Australian pole. Whether you’re competing, spectating, or just here for the unhinged commentary… this episode has you covered (and lifted). Supp...
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  Inside the Arena: Miss Murphy, Mischka & the Art of Elite Pole 18.11.2025 1h 15min

  Send us Fan Mail Step inside the world of elite pole as we chat with two icons: Miss Murphy, professional competitor for the 2025 Australian Pole Championships, and her coach Mishka, fresh off her historic third Miss Pole Dance Australia crown. We dive into the coaching magic behind the partnership, Murphy’s training program, Mishka’s championship mindset, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level. PLUS — for the first time ever, APC is moving into an arena-style theatre, and w...
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  MPDA, Full-Frontal Fundraising & Dating App Advice 18.11.2025 24min

  Send us Fan Mail This week, the Pole Obsession girls dive into Miss Pole Dance Australia, how one spatchcock moment turned into a beautiful fundraiser for two of our own, and which dating apps are causing the most chaos in pole class. From rhinestones to Raya, it’s all sparkle, sass, and a whole lot of studio gossip. Support the show Thanks for tuning in to Pole Obsession with Felix Cane and Elizabeth Domazet! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave us a review...