Mark Wade is a 35 year veteran performer and has done shows all over the world. Not only is he a stellar Ventriloquist, he’s author of the landmark books “Kidshow Ventriloquism” and “Audience Participation and Ad-Libbing for Success”. A lecturer on the subject of entertaining kids, and an internationally known columnist for entertainment journals in the U.S., Germany, and the United Kingdom. He has some great advice: On School Assemblies What principals want and how to find out The...

He's the host and creator of Trivia Stream, the college market's #1 Virtual Game Show performing over 350 shows since March 2020. Magician, Corporate Trainer, Game Show Host and so much more! On this episode we talk about… Virtual relationships, How to get over the fear of putting up a NEW routine, How to create successful virtual shows, A unique way of connecting with your audience On-Line, Marketing on Social Media Oh, yeah, we also talk a lot about performing game...

Murray SawChuck is currently headlining at The Tropicana Resort and Casino, on the Las Vegas strip nightly. He produced a Ferrari from thin air and vanished an entire 1918 steam train locomotive on America's Got Talent. In addition to his many TV appearances, Murray is one of YouTube’s newest sensations with over 1 Billion online views. On this interview, we talk about: Branding, Where the hair-do came from, His relationship with Mr. Electric, His “Fool Us” experience, His...

Jeff McBride is the man behind the mask. He fooled Penn and Teller. He was awarded Magic Castle’s Magician of the Year. He was inducted into the Society of American Magicians’ Hall of Fame. Performer, Author, Teacher. So many Magicians on this show have credited him and his Magic and Mystery School for their success. On this episode we talk about: The secrets to creating a unique experience, The most common mistakes entertainers make (and how to fix them), Hack lines ...And...

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She’s produced and performed original theatrical productions for children around the world, and educational television content for PBS, the Travel Channel, FOX Kids, and Scholastic. He's a former Ringling Clown handpicked to develop a motivational social-emotional show for The Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Together, they’re an Emmy, Telly and iParenting Award Winning Video duo who have been producing comedy educational content for theaters, schools and television for over twenty years. On...

James Taylor is the planet’s foremost authority on sideshow. You saw him along with his SHOCKED AND AMAZED! on The Learning Channel’s “Sideshow: Alive on the Inside,” “The Jerry Springer Show,” “Public Eye with Bryant Gumbel,” and Fox Television’s “Fox Files” and so much more. Sword swallowers, fire eaters, regurgitators, human pin cushions, torture kings, contortionists and motordrome riders look to his ' SHOCKED AND AMAZED! as the definitive source for all things strange and bizarre: All...

Jessica Jane has performed over 10,000 shows since the age of 12. She's worked her magic in cities like Las Vegas, Chicago, Atlantic City and Pigeon Forge. She also headlines on Cruises sailing to 42 countries, performs military tours, and has entertained at fairs all over the USA. Close-up, stage, cruise ships, socially distance shows... she does it all! On this interview we talk about… Her crazy upbringing How she got her own show How she pivoted her career in this COVID world Socially...

Erik “Lizardman” Sprague - What is it to be Human? That’s the question we ask in this episode. Is there an answer? Listen and find out… In this episode, we discuss: The definition of Body Modification (It may not be what you think) and what modification hurts the most. Lizardman’s Guinness World Record. Bifurcated tongue tricks. Carnival Stunts. The Power of the Media. We even discuss Ferrets and Dog Sledding. This is one for the books folks. Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure...

When Lee Andrews created his clown character, Lew-E, at the age of three, he had no idea that it would turn into his career. We’re going to find out how that all happened. Also in this episode…. What clowning will look like in the future. The difference between American and European Clowning. How smelly tiger pee is. The most important things you need to know to work fairs and festivals. And… How to create GREAT relationships with your clients. This one will put a smile on your...

Barry Mitchell is well known for his Smile Maker (and his amazing smilemakerstudio.com). His greatest passion is that you might use his tools and products to share fun and encouragement. On this episode, Barry and I talk about... How to be creative without breaking the bank. How he created Smile Maker and Smile Maker Studios. Why it's important to connect with your customers. Why we should build our business on relationships. and so much more... Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make...

Jim Klefeeld basically created the Library Market. Known for his Exceptional School Assemblies and Extraordinary Library Programs, Jim knows how to entertain and educate kids. He's written many school and system curricula and co-authored two prominent social skills textbooks. In this interview you're going to hear the story of how and why he created the library market. You'll also learn... Why and how to create a new theme every year. Jim's process of creating a new show. How and why he got...

Fae Diddle Diddle, along with her company Happily Ever Laughter (http://www.happilyeverlaughter.com (www.happilyeverlaughter.com)), has created Enchanted Fairytale Experiences for over half-a-million children since 2006. With a gigantic troupe of performers and ultra high standards, Fae knows how to run an Entertainment Agency. In this interview, you're gonna learn.... How to engage your audience through the virtual screen, Why it's so important to have a team, The secret of keeping employees...

Virginia Hankins is the founder of the women-led Hollywood underwater stunt team and revolutionary live action entertainment company Sheroes Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiary LA Mermaid School. Along with her Unicorn/Pegasus Milo, Virginia brings delight to every path she crosses. In this episode you’ll learn about…. How she came up with the name SHEROES. What it’s like owning a Unicorn (or does he own you?). Horse psychics Horse poop. And how to become a professional Mermaid. We also...

Eric has spent 5 decades as a professional magician and a quarter century as a FINANCIAL EXPERT. He predicted the 2008 housing price collapse, in print, in 1998 and so much more. Yes, we talk about his magic & financial careers, but we also discuss… How to communicate with your clients, When “The Show” actually starts, The simplest financial plan in the world, And how to take advantage of this Zoom market, We even talk about busking on the streets of Paris at gunpoint. Lots here...

Mario Marchese is one of the top family entertainers in the world. His "Mario Show" On-line is a huge hit and his DIY magic is spectacular. He's the NY-based, touring performer with an all-ages theater show full of homespun magic, DIY robotics, and punk rock slapstick. On the show today, we talk about… How he found the “Mario the Maker” brand Who his inspirations are How and why did he come up with his magical robots We even pull back the curtain and find out how The Mario Show is put...

Jon Petz is a two-time, best-sellers list author, motivational keynote speaker on performance and the power of human connections. Did I mention that he's an amazing professional Magician too!? And yes, he uses magic in every presentation! His book Boring Meetings Suck™ was named by Inc. Magazine as a top ten and must-read business book. In this interview we talk about… Connecting with people on and off-line Where to start to become a speaker How to integrate your art in speaking We even talk...

Yasu Ishida is a one-of-kind performer... Combining traditional Japanese theatre, music, origami, magic, and storytelling; Yasu is a master of his craft. He's the Founding Artistic Director of Bento Rakugo, which toured all six Hawaiian islands. Today we talk about… What inspired Yasu to come to America Philosophies of storytelling How to express your inner voice How to combine art & entertainment And so much more… Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this...

Monsters of Schlock - The World's Most Extreme Two Man Circus Sideshow Comedy Magic Extravaganza AND 26 time Guinness World Record breakers. Chainsaws, Animal Traps, Fire Stunts, Bees. This podcast has everything. You’re about to meet two performers that have done every side show stunt imaginable. We talk about their world records, their craziest injuries and even their Children’s Science Show. It’s fun, it’s shocking but most of all, you’ll find that these are two of the nicest guys you’ll...

Mark Sparks is the Vice President and Manager of Triangle Talent’s Midwest Office in Springfield, MO. A recognized expert in booking fairs & festivals and much more. He's great at it because he's been an act, a stagehand, a live and studio audio tech, a promoter, a producer and a booking agent. --------------------------------------- Have you ever wanted to perform at Fairs or Festivals? Heck, even if you already do, Mark fills us in on everything. He goes over everything from Booking to...