Variety & Circus Podcasts

Philosophical and esoteric perspectives from a modern day Showman. Each season is different in its approach. S1 is essays. S2 is one book length attempt at Understanding Showmanship, S3 is conversations with remarkable Showfolk. The brand new Season 4 explores the relationship between Showmanship and Play. The host, Captain Frodo, internationally renowned circus performer, director, […]

A circus history podcast deep diving into topics like, “How and WHY do Clowns paint their faces”, “Who was the first ever Human Cannonball act”, “What are common Circus Superstitions” and so much more! Join your host and circus expert (sorta) Callie B, as she shares various stories from circus history with her pal / […]

The Penguin Magic Podcast is a weekly show bringing you interviews from the top names in magic and a behind the scenes look at the P3 Magic Studios. Tune in to get a heads up on all the latest goings on at PenguinMagic.com

Celebrating the Muppets, Sesame Street, and Jim Henson with a series of podcasts presented by ToughPigs.com!

World Renowned Illusionist Rick Thomas knows the power of dreams. His new book, the Tiger Whisker, shares how the dreams we all have for ourselves can become reality – if we really believe in them. Rick has gone far beyond his magic and far beyond imagination and discovered the secrets of how to make dreams […]

Join Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performer Matt Vogel (Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, The Count, and others) as he talks in-depth with people in the Muppet Universe – from Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performers, to writers, wranglers, and more! Get tips and tricks-of-the-trade on how to improve your puppetry, too! All this, plus […]

The Talk Magic Podcast is part of Magic TV With Craig Petty. Magic TV produces free content for magicians. Everything from magic review and magic rants to discussion about the theory of magic and all points in between! Every TUESDAY & FRIDAY at 1PM we upload a new Talk Magic episode with a well known […]

Kent Cummins has spent more than seventy years in a lifetime of magic. It began when a six-year-old received a magic set for Christmas and declared he was going to be a magician. He made that prediction come true with an extensive career and performances all over the world. Kent takes you behind the curtain […]

This podcast explores all things revolving around and in contemporary circus. This podcast is brought to you by Cirkus Syd, a networking platform for international research, development and innovation.

Chris Ramsay and Wes Barker are Magicians / YouTubers / Best Friends. These conversations cover everything from magic and stand-up comedy, to conspiracies, mystical ideas, awkward situations, and occasional guests. We keep it fresh with a call-in segment from listeners, vibrator races, and a spinning a will of improv suggestions. It’s a very honest, funny, […]

Vanishing Inc. is proud to share with you our magic podcast, The Insider. Interviews with the finest magicians in the world.

Jazzi and Gunky are your hosts and are real professional clowns talking about clowning, education and clown experiences. The podcast series will also feature interviews with clowns from all over the world talking about a wide variety of topics related to the art of clowning. This is a series of fun, positive, educational and informative […]

News and interviews with showmen and performers (old and new) plus music and more!

Since 2017. Under The Puppet is a monthly show that is preserving puppetry through the personal stories of professional puppeteers. Guests include puppeteers from The Muppets, Sesame Street, The Jim Henson Company and more. The show also covers other forms of puppetry such as marionettes, shadow puppetry and Bunraku . Hosted by puppeteer Grant Baciocco […]

Magician James Lantiegne talks about his craft with fellow magicians and fans.

The Society of American Magicians podcast is full of magic stories, art of magic history, quirky tales, and unusual biographies. Presented by the world’s oldest and most prestigious magic organization which serves performers and enthusiasts worldwide, everyone will find these episodes interesting, entertaining, and magical. Produced by Top Hat Productions for The Society of American […]

Welcome to Sleepless Dystopian home of writer Sam I Am / The Mentalist Poet where we attempt to make sense of the world through prose, satire, art, mentalism, opinion, and debate pulling apart the choice architectures of coercive manipulation and control.

A podcast on the science of circus training and performing. Each episode hones in on different areas of practically applied research to use in your own circus training. If you’re curious about a subject or question related to circus training, email your questions (which WILL be answered) to: koz.circ@gmail.com. If you’ve got comments or feedback, […]

Thoughts and fun from the team at Entertainers Worldwide https://bit.ly/entertainersww

James Donlon and Karen Hoyer launched The Mime Radio Show Podcast as an opportunity to interview notable performers and teachers in the mime world. It’s a chance to create an archive of inspiring lives, but more importantly, it’s a legacy of encouragement for creative souls everywhere.

The Magic Detective Podcast is a weekly podcast about the history of magic and magicians. Hosted by illusionist Dean Carnegie.

Fourth Watch Files is hosted by Carl Crew, known as the Barnum of Burbank Blvd. He is the founder of the California Institute of Abnormalarts in North Hollywood, which is a circus themed freak show night club, focusing on the extreme and unusual. Carl is also an actor, screenwriter and filmmaker, starring in the movies […]

Two performance storytellers with a shared interest in liminal spaces explore topics in the borderlands between creativity, mythology and magic. intheborderlands.com

Welcome to Magic at Dinner, where we discuss the performance of sleight-of-hand magic in restaurants. (and other stuff too 🙂

Since 2005, The Longest Running Holiday Video Podcast! Countdown the days until Christmas with puppeteer Grant Baciocco (The Jim Henson Company, Wet Hot American Summer, Mystery Science Theatre 3000) as he brings you a day by day account of just what is in the advent calendar his mom gave him! Work safe, Family Friendly, Christmas […]

In-depth interviews with the world’s most passionate puppeteers.

Ideas and inspiration to grow as a magician. Each episode will give you something to think about for improving your performances, creativity, and audience engagement. Presented by magic creator, author, and lecturer Ryan Pilling.

One Big Caper is an episodic, bite-sized chat about the adventures of two dreamers and storytellers, all the way from show business to what most see as the common or mundane daily experience. It is created for dreamers and storytellers by dreamers and storytellers. Athena Patacsil is a former principal Las Vegas Showgirl who has […]

Over the course of nearly half a century, Siegfried & Roy performed 30,000 shows for 50 million people and generated well over $1 billion in ticket sales. Although the German-born illusionists and pop culture icons were mega-famous, much about their private lives, eccentric public personae, and tragic final show remained shrouded in mystery…until now. Emmy®-winning […]

Jonah Babins and Tyler Williams from Discourse in Magic tackle magic’s hardest issues, theories, philosophies, discussion, and more to help you explore. We jump into all sorts of resources and most importantly actionable tips to help better the art and become a killer performer!

INFORMAL INTERVIEWS WITH THE BIGGEST NAMES IN MAGIC

This podcast is made by me – Christian Hauschild (aka chris the juggler). Every episode, a new guest gets interviewed. I try to find out how they got into juggling and how juggling affects their life today. New episodes are taped at juggling conventions everywhere. I’m looking into doing live versions with audience questions as […]

Inspired by the real talk that happens backstage with fellow performers and in the back of clubs with friends, Meet Me in the Back is the spot where you can listen in on uncensored, transparent conversations with rising stars in the entertainment and creative industries. Noeli Acoba is a PT school drop out, former circus […]

Magicians podcast about magic tricks, illusions and news. oneahead.substack.com

After touring for a decade as an artist with Cirque du Soleil, I surely met a lot of incredible people from all over the world. I thought I’d be crazy not to share some of these inspiring stories, amazing creative processes, and crazy adventures from every corner of the industry. Join me every week with […]

Funny and fascinating stories from those working in the magic, comedy, circus and variety industry.

Hey! Hadlen here, I’m happy you have found my Podcast Channel and I wish for you to find all you are searching for. Please remember to leave a rating. It is my mission to help 1 billion people smile with my art and to do that I need to continue learning from great and interesting […]

Join professional magician Kayla Drescher for this informative, understanding, and sometimes funny podcast about diversity and inclusion in the world of magic.

All Access Magic is a magic and comedy podcast featuring magician Blaise Serra and mentalist Ryan Edwards coming together every week to entertain the masses. Featuring the biggest names in magic, reviews of the latest and greatest effects on the market, and the catchiest jingles on YouTube- All Access Magic is paving a new lane […]

Influenced is a chat podcast with a twist, and it’s a big one. From the minute guests sit down with TikTok magician Joel M, he will be playing with their minds (or at least make them think that he is). Prepare for your mind to be blown.

Las Vegas magician Mat Franco and mind reader Eric Dittelman chat about whatever is on their minds including performing, magic, America’s Got Talent and other shenanigans.

This podcast is dedicated to circus. It’s a place for professionals in the industry to share their stories, view points, and information. Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theartistathlete

Circus Voices is brought to you by CircusTalk.com, the leading online casting marketplace for circus and performing arts, and an essential resource for circus and multidisciplinary artists and talent seekers. We give circus a voice by sharing circus and multidisciplinary arts-related information from around the globe. Our podcast features engaging conversations with international experts including […]

This is a storytelling podcast where you’ll hear the amazing, the funny, the cringeworthy, and the heartwarming. Magicians, comedians, musicians, actors, and other entertainers tell their most interesting and true “war stories” from on the road and on the stage. New episodes released every Monday.

Symbols and Secrets is a project devoted to the exploration of the magic of meaning, and the meaning of magic through interviews with the world’s best magicians & mentalists. Created by Mentalist Jonathan Pritchard. https://www.SymbolsAndSecrets.com Music Credit: Unanswered Questions by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4560-unanswered-questions License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Grab a cocktail and join Crissy Guerrero & Claudia Dolph as they chat with independent variety artist – Dancers, singers, magicians, artists, musicians, puppeteers and more! C & C chat with Pinky Turzo & Paul Rhim. Pinky shares exclusive Bowie photos.

A recurring exploration of clown, featuring theatrical and circus clowns from around the world discussing their careers, inspirations, and art. Help us keep producing this series by supporting us with a small donation on patreon. www.patreon.com/picklewater

My journey into magic. Think of this podcast as a journey. You can also find my blog over at https://garethsmainblog.blogspot.com for much more. Also a new website is now up over at https://bit.ly/MOASW

Magic + Shadow Integration = A Magical Life Certified Existential Kink Coach & Experienced Magician Anna Marback shares with you stories & practices to inspire you to make your life more magical, today. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/abmarback/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR7MvVnETCBOSgnARo6XSAw Free Venus Love Meditation: https://prodigious-thinker-4714.ck.page/454452e504 Free EK Meditation on Procrastination: https://prodigious-thinker-4714.ck.page/e0bed62315

Welcome to Skip Six. A podcast about all things juggling. Join kiwi juggler Hugh and his guest each episode to discuss the wonderful world of juggling and object manipulation.

The podcast for thinking magicians. Professional street magician Dartagnan regales with tales of people, places, and situations from the road as well as delving into the true nature of the performing art of Magic. Are you still performing tricks? Unlock the Path to Real Magic: magicfromwherever.com/secretgate

🎪 This podcast is for entrepreneurial minded circus professionals! We’re passionate about helping circus artists bring their big bold visions to life! We’re here to help you take the busy out of business and be more impactful with your time and money. You deserve to spend more time in the studio, and on stage – […]

Welcome to Talking Sock, a One Orange Sock production. Hosted by Pete Davidson, this interview series shines a spotlight on some of Australia’s greatest puppeteers, puppet builders and practitioners. We talk sock about the business of puppetry in Australia and are putting Australian puppetry power on the proverbial podcasting map! Hourly interviews from names including […]

Celtic Magician Daniel GreenWolf navigates the waters of living as an Irish, Ginger, Pagan, Polyamorous, Pansexual Professional Touring Stage Illusionist on a weekly basis with help from his co-hosts and friends in the world of Magic and other Variety Arts.

Hosted by creative producers Josh & Lyndsay Aviner, the Hideaway Circus Podcast features industry analysis and interviews with creators in circus, theater, and dance. On today’s episode, Josh and Lyndsay recap their four week run of Reflex: Unraveling 4,000 Years of Juggling, and talk about their Beyond Babel NFT sales and a new show from […]

Join magician and creative artist Ben Earl as he takes you on a deeply personal journey to explore meaning, mastery and magic. Welcome to ‘The M Word’.

The How Magicians Think podcast is a fascinating deep dive into one of the most elusive and secretive performing arts: magic. Join Joshua Jay, one of the world’s most accomplished magicians, as he reveals the artistry and obsessiveness of magicians. Jay takes listeners around the globe to speak to the biggest names in magic, always […]

Face your fears or your fascination with clowns! From Joker to Pennywise, Patch Adams, Bozo and beyond…this is the only podcast that uncovers the shocking, surprising, and often unexpected stories behind the red nose. Listen, learn, and laugh with real-life clowns Jeremy “Krispy” Cohen and Racine “Sizzle” Celeste.

A ten-part series on art, creativity, craft, and wonder for the modern magician.

Magicians Talking Magic Podcast is a weekly magician podcast featuring tips, tricks, business advice, interviews, performance tips & much more! Hosted by Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed. https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast