The Variety Artist with John Abrams – Weekly chats with inspiring Performers

The Variety Artist with John Abrams – Weekly chats with inspiring Performers

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  • Zivi Kivi – Strategies for Entertainers in Challenging Times
    Zivi has the largest chain of Media Outlets in the world for Kids Entertainers, Balloon Artists and professionals. He and his team produce free educational podcasts and build premium life-changing laser focused schools.
    You know him from Kids Entertainer Academy and The Balloon Artist College.
    In this episode Zivi gives us strategies to help us through this crazy time. Sure, we have fun in the interview, but we also talk about the serious issues of the day. And what you can do to come out of all this better than you started.
    In fact, he even has a special offer to help you get through those times. I’ve put a link on my website that’ll take you straight to it.
    The perfect person to help get us through this time of uncertainty.
    Here are the links that we talked about on today's show.More info on KEA---> https://bd229.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/ca740935-8e1f-4e15-93a9-ffb1b300f2a0 (Kids Entertainers Acacemy)
    More info on BAC---> https://balloonartistcollege.com/product/balloon-artist-college-club-vap-surprise-bonus/ (Balloon Artist College)
    More info on GMP---> https://generousmarriage.com (The Generous Marriage Podcast)
    Check 'em out!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:
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    Visit The Variety Artist Store Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    53 min
  • Irwin Royes – The World’s Smallest Magician
    Irwin Royes bills himself as "The World's Smallest Magician".
    He's a member of Little People Of America and has been performing magic shows professionally for 50+ years.
    His favorite quote: No dreams too big. No dreamers too small.
    In this episode Irwin tells us what causes little people-ness and all sorts of fun stories of being in the biz for so long.
    Here’s the pics we talk about in the 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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    47 min
  • Lindsay Benner – Performer, Mom, Variety Artist
    Lindsay Benner made history by being the only non-magician ever to be nominated for The Magic Castle Awards. She mixes classic vaudeville tricks with a theatrical, seductive spin.
    She produces the only all-female variety show in Los Angeles called "Women in Vaudeville" which runs monthly at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater.
    In this episode we talk about….
    Having kids and how it changes performing,
    How Lindsay met her husband (was it love at first sight?),
    How she came up with her character,
    How to get consent from your volunteers throughout your show,
    And so much more….
    You really get to know Lindsay in this interview!
    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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/ (https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/)
    52 min
  • Darren Collins – Changing Lives with Puppetry
    Darren Collins has taught thousands of people puppetry. But more importantly, he’s created an organization called Project HAND UP.
    HIS MISSION: To teach East Africans about living productive, healthy lives and prevent the spread of HIV by using novel performance and visual art educational presentations.
    His organization uses puppetry, magic, and storytelling to educate and promote social change in East Africa.
    In this episode, we talk about his journey. How he started this adventure. How he left his life back home and his entire career to commit to helping people in East Africa.
    Very inspiring! Darren is making a difference!
    Darren's Site---> https://projecthandup.org/ (https://projecthandup.org/)Darren's Email ---> [email protected]
    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/)
    59 min
  • Michael Finney – Simply Finney
    Michael Finney was the Magic Castle's 2005 Parlour Magician of the Year, former president of The International Brotherhood of Magicians and so much more.
    After thousands of appearances all over the planet ... Michael is THE go to act when it comes to making bookers / producers / event coordinators look good!
    It's the 100th episode of The Variety Artist Podcast, so it's very special to me. Lots of great stuff on this one.
    We talk about how he's worked with just about every famous comedian you can think of.
    We talk about his foundation and how he's donated 100s of thousands of dollars to his favorite charities.
    He even gives credit to his lovely wife Lori at the end of this interview.
    But most of all you'll get a feel for his humility and why he's been so successful.
    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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    59 min
  • Jonathan Burns – How to Make a Great Living Being Silly
    Born with the gifts of flexibility, curiosity, and goofiness, Jonathan Burns now uses these unique talents to astonish audiences around the globe.
    Jonathan has appeared on America’s Got Talent, The Late Late Show with James Corden, and Many More!
    He’s been dubbed “Extremely funny” by The New York Times and was named “Variety Artist of the Year” by Campus Activities Magazine, TWICE!
    On the show we talk about….
    How and when he decided to make a living being bendy.
    His experiences on AGT and other “Got Talent” shows.
    The advantages of working with a partner.
    Why street performing teaches lessons you’ll use later in life.
    He even gives us some great advice on Entering the College Market.
    Jonathan is fun, funny, and flexible. You’re gonna love it.
    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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/
    44 min
  • Jason Michaels – Overcoming the Impossible
    Diagnosed with Tourette’s Syndrome at age six, Jason has overcome “The Impossible” and become an internationally award-winning sleight-of-hand artist, author and professional speaker.
    He's had tons of TV appearances, 2 TEDx talks, and entertained and spoken at over 100 military bases.
    In this interview Jason reveals:
    · What exactly Tourette’s Syndrome is.
    · How it’s changed his life AND how he’s affected other’s lives.
    · What it’s like performing for the military and why it’s important to him.
    He even gives us some great tips on how and why you need to build relationships with agents.
    GREAT ADVICE, TERRIFIC INFO, AMAZING STORIES…
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    Jason's Amazing Course---> https://secretsofbookingagents.com/ (https://secretsofbookingagents.com/)
    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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    51 min
  • Dal Sanders – Magic as an Art
    He's former president of the Society of American Magicians and is well known for his educational school shows on a number of subjects including Reading, Character Building, Self Esteem, Science, Drug Prevention, Ecology and Being a Good Friend…Not a Bully.
    T.V., Theaters, Corporate, Kids Shows, you name it... Dal's done it. There's even some things we can't talk about (wink wink).
    He’s represented MAGIC AS AN ART to congress.
    He helped create the Ronald McDonald Program.
    He hosts a weekly show seen by millions of people.
    He’s a magician, a song writer, he’s the best sleeper in town.
    There’s something on this one for everyone!
    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 Today https://www.thevarietyartist.com/shop/Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    49 min
  • Alan Sands – Hypnotism & Working in the U.S. and Canada
    Alan Sands is one of the busiest Comedy Hypnotists I know. He’s performed at over 250 county and state fairs, entertained at over a hundred colleges, a dozen casinos, multiple extended runs at amusement parks, about 750 company picnics, dozens of comedy clubs, theaters, conventions, and cruise ships, as well as over 300 high school shows for grad nights and post prom parties.
    Alan has also operated an international talent agency and been an “entertainment event planner” for over 30 years.
    If you are an American Citizen and plan on working in Canada, or, if you’re a Canadian Citizen and plan on working in the US, or, if you’re from another country, other than Canada or the US, you’re gonna find out exactly what you need to do to cross the borders and work.
    It may sound confusing, but today’s guest is gonna straighten it all out for us.
    Oh yeah, and he also has some great tips for Hypnotists. :0)
    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)
    Recommended books:
    https://www.thevarietyartist.com/books/
    48 min
  • Tom Ogden – Ghost Lore and Other Amazing Stories
    He was twice voted "Parlour Magician of the Year" by the world-famous Magic Castle in Hollywood. He brings more than thirty years of comedy and magic experience to the stage.
    He's the author of many books including Haunted Cemeteries, Haunted Theaters, Haunted Highways and many more. You can put his name in the search bar at Amazon and check out all his books there.
    In this episode you’ll learn:
    · How the American Circus began
    · Where the crystal ball came from
    · Why the Roosevelt Hotel (In L.A.) is one of the most haunted hotels in the world
    · How to haggle in Egypt
    · And some great Magic Castle History!
    You have to listen.
    58 min

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