We made it to the end of Season 1! In this episode, Kristy and Courtney reflect on the not-so-smooth (but hilarious) journey of launching a podcast and celebrating 10 years of @ The Barre in the heart of London, Ontario—a university town with Western and Fanshawe energy, but big-town vibes.

We chat about the Pilates boom: new studios are opening, TikTok is obsessed, and yes, some of them are aesthetic goals. But we’re not here for perfect lighting and selfies—we built our studio to feel like walking into Kristy’s house: real, relaxed, and zero pressure to look put together. No ring lights, no reels—just movement, conversation, and community.

We dive into the differences between Pilates, Lagree, and the fads, and why we believe in sustainability over spectacle.
Also: Courtney’s Toronto-based son stands out when he visits London (apparently, the fashion divide is real), and we get nostalgic over driving in the '90s with no seatbelts and sketchy directions.

We also ask the important questions:

* Is midlife memory loss normal?

* Can we get “I survived the ’70s” t-shirts?

* Did Gen X peak with in-person conversations and street smarts?

Spoiler: Probably yes to all three.

💗 Thank you for being part of our first season. This is Heard @ The Barre.