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The Breakthrough Collective
The Breakthrough Collective shares powerful, honest stories that spark transformation for people ready to turn their transitions into purpose. Host Traci Swain brings you real conversations that spark clarity, courage, and momentum—whether you're navigating change, chasing a dream, or designing your next chapter.
For the dreamers, reinventors, and comeback creators ready to #BecomeUnstoppable. Join The Circle today!
Episodes
11 episodes
Lea Lachey: On Dance, Directing & Living Without Limits
From dancing in Missy Elliott's groundbreaking music video "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" to becoming assistant choreographer at Radio City Music Hall at just 22, to choreographing 98 Degrees' tours, and now co-creating the Off-Broadway show label•...
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Episode 10
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From Japan to Step Up to Global Educator: Mari Koda on Never Giving Up
Mari Koda is best known as Jenny Kido from the Step Up films—but her journey runs much deeper.Born in Japan and orphaned at 11, Mari came to New York at 17 with nothing but a backpack and a dream. What she built is extraordinary: ...
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Episode 9
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51:07
From Mia Michaels’ Assistant at 15 to Tony-nominated Producer: Ioana Alfonso’s Journey
From assisting Mia Michaels at 15 to becoming a Tony Award-winning collaborator, Broadway performer, and multi-faceted director—Ioana Alfonso’s journey is a masterclass in embracing what makes you different, staying in service to the work, a...
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Episode 8
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Ep. 7 – Drew Lachey: From 98° to Broadway & Beyond the Spotlight
What happens when the world knows your name… and you refuse to be defined by just one thing?In this episode, I'm joined by Drew Lachey — singer, Broadway performer, and co-founder of Lachey Arts. From topping charts with 98° to ra...
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Episode 7
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50:00
3 Entrepreneurs Reveal What Actually Sustains a 25-Year Career in Business
Sometimes the most powerful moments happen when you realize you're exactly where you're meant to be.In Part 2 of this special conversation, I dive deeper with Andrea Fairweather (mobile beauty pioneer & GMA’s go-to makeup arti...
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Episode 6
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50:54
Ep. 6 (Part 1) — How Dance Became Our Secret Superpower
What happens when lifelong friends share how the discipline of dance became the foundation for success in both business and life?In this special two-part episode, I sit down with Charles Farruggio, Andrea Fairweather, and Jennifer DeLuca...
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Episode 6
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40:28
Ep. 5 - The 3 Hidden Blocks That Almost Stopped My Podcast
What happens when you're in a recording studio, the clock is ticking, and your carefully planned lyrics just won't fit?When I stepped into the studio to record The Breakthrough Collective theme song, I thought it would be simple. Instea...
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Episode 5
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14:26
Ep. 4 – Breaking Through: Dr. Bilal Polson on Music, Mentorship & Leading with Purpose
Dr. Bilal Polson is an award-winning principal of Northern Parkway Elementary and a champion for educational equity. His path has taken him from the music industry to the classroom, blending creativity, leadership, and cultural awareness...
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Episode 4
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1:13:03
Dr. Razia Jayman-Aristide: Is It Hormones, Burnout, or Both?
Is it hormones… or just life?If you’re feeling off and don’t know why, you’re not alone. In this episode of The Breakthrough Collective, Dr. Razia Jayman-Aristide—Chief Medical Officer at NY Health and triple board-certif...
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Episode 3
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1:10:40
Ep. 2 – Danielle Flora: Her Creative Breakthrough from SNL to Pop Stardom & Beyond
From choreographing for Saturday Night Live to producing hit TV shows like Lip Sync Battle, Danielle Flora's creative path is anything but traditional.In this episode of The Breakthrough Collective, host Traci Swain sits down with Danie...
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Episode 2
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49:14
Ep. 1 – The Breakthrough Collective: Why I Started This Podcast & What You’ll Find Here
Feeling called to start something, but waiting for the "perfect" time?In this solo launch episode of The Breakthrough Collective, host Traci Swain shares the origin story of the podcast and the deeper mission behind it. From personal pi...
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Episode 1
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