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- Jon Petz – The Business Behind Being a SpeakerJon 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-lineWhere to start to become a speakerHow to integrate your art in speakingWe even talk about our dogsLot’s to digest. Very cool!Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)30 min
- Yasu Ishida – Connecting with Your Inner SoulYasu 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 AmericaPhilosophies of storytellingHow to express your inner voiceHow to combine art and entertainmentAnd so much more…Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)34 min
- Monsters of Schlock – The Great Orbax & Sweet Pepper Klopek – Too Dangerous! Too Outrageous! Too Extreme!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 ever meet.Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)1 hr
- Mark Sparks – The Ins and Outs of Fairs & FestivalsMark Sparks is the Vice President and Manager of Triangle Talent’s Midwest Office in Springfield, MO. A recognized expert in booking fairs and 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 Behind the Scenes to Before and After the show. He’s fun to listen to and funny to boot!We even talk about some unique venues that other entertainers are experimenting with to keep working in this COVID-19 climate.Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)1 hr 3 min
- Phillip Huber – A Peek into the Puppeteer’s WorldPhillip Huber is an internationally recognized "Artist with Marionettes" and is most known for his work in the 3-time Academy Award Nominated film BEING JOHN MALKOVICH.He's worked with Ellen DeGeneres, Donald O'Connor, Phyllis Diller... just to name a few.He's performed in France, Brazil, Israel and so many more.Truly Art in Entertainment.In this interview, we talk about…His early years with a hand puppetHis first job that lead him to TV, Stage and Theme ParksHis Philosophy on puppetry for adults and childrenHow he got On BroadwayGreat stories about his movie careerAnd some unexpected factsTo see Phillips newest project, go to --->https://www.facebook.com/HandmadePuppetDreams/ (https://www.facebook.com/HandmadePuppetDreams/)Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)44 min
- Kevin Bethea – Touching People’s Hearts & SoulsKevin Bethea is one of the most sought-after corporate entertainers in the country. His client list includes AT and T, McDonalds, Pfizer, Goldman Sachs and just about every fortune 500 company you can name.He's been writing a monthly series of articles/conversations for VANISH magazine dealing with Racism in America.We talk about….The struggle of the pandemicBrandingRacism in AmericaRacism in the Magic CommunityIdeas to improve your rehearsalWays to adjust your show to make it COVID safeBruce Lee and Martial ArtsAnd much, much more…Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)44 min
- Zach Alexander – Social Distancing and Your ShowZach Alexander is one of the top Family Entertainers in the country. In these crazy times where every entertainer is looking for ways to do their show, Zach is gonna help us out.He’s even created a guide for Socially Distancing shows that you can have for FREE!Since Social Distancing and Virtual Shows are all the rage right now, I thought I bring you a real pro. Someone that’s been doing it since this whole pandemic thing started.Today you’re gonna learn:How to communicate social distancing to your client.How to increase audience interaction.Creative ways of marketing your virtual or social distance show.How to keep children safe when doing a virtual show.And all sorts of excellent ideas for keeping that Social Distance while still being able to perform at your best.And so much more....Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)31 min
- Variety Artist Classic – Steve Trash – Finding Your LightbulbSteve Trash’s mantra is “Be good. Be amazing. Don’t be mean.” He combines his love for magic and his love for ecology to create educational entertainment for children of all ages.… And he has a Brand-New Book and Course that you can get!Go here to get more info: ---> http://www.FindingYourLightbulb.com (www.FindingYourLightbulb.com)He’s entertained over 25 million people since 1984 and appeared in theaters, fairs, and festivals all over the world including: Japan, Australia, Canada, Portugal, Spain and the United Arab Emirates. He’s appeared on CBS, ESPN, CNBC, HLN, and VH1. He’s the magician that’s been on the forefront of the Green Movement since the beginning.We talk about Steve’s “green” house, Gandhi, branding, busking, being unique and so much more.Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)1 hr 20 min
- Variety Artist Classic – Nick Lewin – Structuring Your Show for Maximum ImpactNick Lewin is a legend in the magic circles. But today’s interview will inspire anyone from any art.Learn all about how to structure your show to get those standing ovations. How you should open your show. How to close. What to put in the middle. Everything you ever wanted to know about show structure.We also talk about all sorts of other things. You’ll hear stories of when Nick was just starting out. His years at the Magic Castle. Rubbing elbows with Hollywood Stars and the Magic Elite and much more.He knows show biz. He knows how you can structure your show for MAXIMUM IMPACT.Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)50 min
- Variety Artist Classic – The Checkboard Guy, David Aiken – How to be a Well-Rounded PerformerHere it is, another Variety Artist Podcast Classic.David Aiken is known worldwide as The Checkerboard Guy: An infectious bundle of energy wrapped by a dynamite skill set that consistently generates guffaws from spectators.He's part juggler, part unicyclist, but all comic daredevil extraordinaire!He's performed on Cruise Ships, in the Festival Circuit, on Big Stages and much, much more.On today’s show David answers the age-old questions….· How is David like Evil Knievel?· How do Bees keep warm in the winter?· How does a Busker perform for the back rows?· How much alcohol is in a standard IPA beer?· What famous entertainers have a beer named after them?· How do I become a Superstar Performer?· And why the Checkers?So much on this show…Subscribe TodayIf you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to this podcast on your phone or mobile device. Just go to the place on your phone where you get all the best podcasts. Search The Variety Artist and subscribe there. It really helps me a lot! Or, just click the link below:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/subscribe/ (Subscribe)Rate and ReviewRate and review this podcast right from your phone, or go to:https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z (https://apple.co/2IhjJ8Z)Visit The Variety Artist Store Todayhttps://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/ ( https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/)Recommended books:https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)1 hr 14 min
About The Variety Artist with John Abrams – Weekly chats with inspiring Performers
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What are the secrets of being a successful variety artist? Making my living performing for the past 20 years performing, I’ve figured out some things. I’ve also met some fascinating and successful…
people. All doing what they love. I call them “The Variety Artists”. How did they do it? What are their successes? What were their failures? How can we emulate what they did? You can be a fly on the wall and listen to these interviews. Performers learning from performers. You can learn along with me as I delve into what makes a successful variety artist. For more info and video courses for just about any art, go to TheVarietyArtist.com.