The Barre Men

Ep 20: Cars, Colleagues & Planes

Before Cam and Joey hit the skies and head to America, they jump in the car, head to work and put their colleagues on the spot with a few questions. From ballet and life to some completely random topics, you never really know what you’re going to get. Then it’s bags packed, mics down and off to America. The Barre Men are officially on tour. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 19: The Barre Men Up Late! (ft Alannah De Losa)

Cam, Joey and special guest Alannah De Losa stay Up Late on a Saturday night and hit record. They get into some of their favourite chaotic ballet stories, from dogs sniffing places they probably shouldn’t to a horse pooing onstage, before getting an update on Joey and Alannah’s wedding and discovering just how lucky Joey is to have a beautiful fiancée who has basically planned the whole thing. It’s late, it’s loose, and there’s a whole lot of ballet. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 18: Cam Gets Punished

Cam and Joey talk a whole lot of nonsense, they discover that Joey and bongos aren't a good combination and Cam reveals that he’s convinced the moon controls our emotions. Joey then gets his revenge, forcing Cam to follow through with his punishment. Plus, Cam’s Fish Tank returns as the boys once again unleash their genius inventions. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 17: We Don't Wash Our Jeans

Cam and Joey are back, just the two of them, with silly chats and plenty of laughs. This week, they reveal they haven’t washed their jeans in over 18 months, Cam has an unexpected adventure on the flight home, and Joey embarrasses himself in front of an étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet. They also revisit the Question Box and introduce a new challenge that’s definitely sticking around, especially when there’s a loser. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 16: No More Dating Apps (ft. Precious Adams)

The Barre Men were asked to watch the Manosphere documentary… so naturally, we have thoughts. This week we’re joined by Precious Adams to unpack it, talk about why dating apps seem to be dying, and hear a very personal (and slightly embarrassing) story from Precious. Plus, we get to know who Precious really is outside of dance. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 15: New Reality Show (ft. Saranja Crowe)

Cam and Joey welcome special guest Saranja Crowe for an episode filled with harmonicas, opera singing and plenty of chaos. The trio dive into why ballet deserves its own reality show, discover that getting a simple answer out of Saranja is easier said than done, and do their best reality show confessionals. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 14: We're Back Baby!

Cam and Joey are back after a four-week break! Joey recaps his trip to a medieval fair, while Cam shares the highs and lows of his European getaway. The boys test out their new recording gear, debut a questionable new song or two, and bring back the Question Box. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 13: We've Been Cancelled?

In the Season 1 finale, Cam and Joey call their two biggest fans, then Joey reveals something that’s been weighing on him as Confession Booth makes its return. It’s the perfect mix of laughs, chaos, and one final confession before we wrap up Season 1. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 12: Surviving Ballet (ft. Joseph Caley)

In this episode, Cam and Joey are joined by special guest Joseph Caley. With more than 20 years in the industry, Joseph helps answer a listener’s question about how to build a long and sustainable career in the demanding world of ballet, sharing insights from his journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way. The boys also introduce a brand-new segment, bring back Cam’s Fish Tank for the first time since Episode 1, and, as always, get sidetracked into plenty of laughs and unexpected conversations. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 11: Musical Theatre Vs Ballet (ft. Sarah Bourke)

In this episode, Cam and Joey are joined by special guest Sarah Bourke to explore the world of musical theatre and how it compares to professional ballet. Sarah shares insights into the industry, the realities of performing on stage, and what makes musical theatre unique. The episode also features two fun segments: a look into Cam’s relationship and a challenge to see who knows more about the other’s profession. The loser faces a punishment. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 10: Bad Reviews and Hecklers

In this episode, Cam and Joey discuss what would happen if ballet audiences behaved differently. They chat about hecklers, over-the-top superfans, and some hilariously brutal audience feedback, which leads into a brand-new segment: Review Rescue. They also bring back an old favourite, Question Box, where they answer questions sent in by their wonderful listeners. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 9: Confessions And Questionable Advice

In this episode, Cam and Joey step into the confession booth and share a few things that have been weighing on their minds, all in the hope of feeling a little lighter afterwards. Then, they hand the mic over to their colleagues, giving them the chance to anonymously confess workplace secrets, mistakes, and stories they’ve been keeping under wraps. To finish the episode, the boys reflect on questions their younger selves would have appreciated hearing answered and offer some questionable advice… or maybe some genuinely good advice. That’s for you to decide. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 8: Ballet Dancers, Podcasters... Now Models?

In this episode Cam breaks down his first real modelling photoshoot - the good and the awkward. Cam and Joey expose a few moments where they definitely didn’t read the room, so your favourite segment returns: “Can Joey Read a Room?”. They finish by deciding which movies actually deserve a ballet adaptation and which ones should never go near a stage. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 7: Can We Get Sponsored?

In this episode, Cam and Joey talk tragic haircuts and what they’ve been up to since getting back to Melbourne. They go on the hunt for sponsorships by pitching some absolutely ridiculous fake brands, before bringing back one of your favourite segments: Question Box… where Joey may have gotten a little too carried away with the editing. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 6: Our Final Bow (ft. Jarryd Madden)

In this episode, we’re joined by good mate Jarryd Madden as we dive into fan-fiction ballet ideas, backstage chaos, and the reality that live performance doesn’t always go to plan, even in a world obsessed with perfection. Turns out ballet dancers are human after all. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 5: Don't Invite Us To Post Show Functions

In this episode, Cam and Joey talk post show functions, awkward social moments, and why the two of them probably shouldn’t be left unsupervised at work events. We also put our friendship to the test to see who actually knows who better, before calling someone live to see if they’ll be our guest on Episode 6. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 4: The Questions Everyone Asks About Ballet

In this episode, Joey and Cam answer the questions everyone asks about ballet, because even Cam’s own family still has no idea what he does for work. We also bring back your favourite segment Can Joey Read a Room or Not, plus a few social dilemmas Cam’s been dealing with. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 3: He Proposed... Here's How It Happened

Joey takes us through the whole story - how they met, how it all built up, and what actually went down on the day of the proposal. There's a bit of ballet in there, a few moments that nearly went off track, and a lot of chaos along the way. It's not a perfectly told love story... it's just how it actually happened. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 2: We Messed Up Already

In this episode, we unpack Joey’s failed business plan, revisit some of Cam’s more embarrassing ballet moments, and answer a few questions people have been wanting to know. It’s chaotic, slightly questionable, and very much on brand - more stories, more laughs, and not a lot of structure. Follow us and send in your questions and feedback - we’ll feature the best ones in future episodes. The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.

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Ep 1: We Can Dance, Talking Is New

It’s our first time, so go easy on us. We’ve been talking about starting a podcast for the last four years, and somehow we’ve finally done it. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, how this all came about, and what life actually looks like behind the scenes as professional ballet dancers. There’s a few awkward moments, some questionable ideas, and a lot of figuring it out as we go. The views expressed are our own and don't reflect any organisations we're affiliated with. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow us and send in your questions and feedback. We'll feature the best ones in future episodes The views expressed are our own and don’t reflect any organisations we’re affiliated with.