In this episode of Behind the Stars, we’re joined by Malissa Fedele — Clinical Nutritionist, performer, and advocate for holistic health — widely known as The Mood Boosting Nutritionist. With her signature passion for helping people thrive, Malissa takes us through the fascinating world where food, performance, and mental wellbeing collide.

Together, we explore how the right nutrition can fuel the body for long rehearsals, intense training schedules, and peak stage performance, while also supporting a strong mindset and emotional resilience. Malissa breaks down practical strategies for performers of all ages to eat in a way that enhances energy, focus, and recovery — without falling into restrictive or harmful habits.

We also dive into deeper conversations around body image, the pressures of social media, and the influence of modern diet culture on young people. Malissa sheds light on the dangers of “quick fix” trends and so-called miracle weight-loss products, offering instead empowering advice on how to help the next generation build balanced, confident, and positive relationships with food.

Whether you’re a dancer, a parent, a teacher, or anyone curious about the powerful link between what we eat and how we feel, this episode is packed with knowledge and inspiration to fuel both body and mind.

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Welcome to Behind the Stars — the podcast that shines a light on all things performing arts, from the spotlight on stage to the stories behind the scenes.

In our very first episode, we sit down with Jenna Maiolo, Owner and Director of Star Academy, and Kristy Burns, Principal, to uncover the inspiring journey of how it all began.

From a simple idea shared over coffee to building a thriving performing arts academy, Jenna and Kristy open up about the highs, the hurdles, and everything in between — including the challenges of juggling business and motherhood, navigating the uncertainty of COVID, and learning how to run a business as young adults.

They share what keeps them inspired through it all — the students, the growth, and the joy of watching young performers shine. It's this passion and purpose that makes the long hours and hard work truly worth it.

It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s full of heart — the perfect start to our journey Behind the Stars.

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