the Way of the Showman
by Captain Frodo
July 15, 2025 2:00 pm
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, writer, husband and dad lays out, in great detail, his practical performance philosophy for performers who seek to deepen the conversation with their audiences and themselves. You can find him, and more of his writing at: www.thewayoftheshowman.com
Recent Episodes
145 - Is Your Life Missing a Dose of Pure Purposelessness? (Showmanship & Play 27 of 30)
4 days ago144 - Toilet Plunger Aliens and the Value of Effortless Attention (Showmanship & Play 26 of 30)
3 weeks ago143 - The Metaphorical Showman: Connecting Performance to Play (Showmanship & Play 25 of 30)
1 month ago142 - Alive! On the Inside - Carnival Wonders and the Essence of Showmanship (Showmanship & Play 24 of 30)
1 month ago141 - The Sacred Art of Play (Showmanship & Play 23 of 30)
2 months ago140 - What if Play Reveals the True Nature of Existence? (Showmanship & Play 22 of 30)
2 months ago139 - Redefining Seriousness (Showmanship & Play 21 of 30)
2 months ago138 - Play for a Living: Finding Joy in Your Work (Showmanship & Play 20 of 30)
2 months ago137 - Serious Play (Showmanship & Play 19 of 30)
2 months ago136 - The Games We Play - with Chris Canfield
3 months ago