Meet The Entertainers On The Big Ben Show

This episode is currently not available here, but you can still listen to it at www.thebigbenshow.com/podcasts Oh yeah!*&$@^*@^$*& Chris Johnson is a brilliant mentalist from Australia. For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://www.thementalist.com.au/

This episode is currently not available here, but you can still listen to it at www.thebigbenshow.com/podcasts Oh yeah! ^$^#^$^%***!!!! Shea is a fantastic entertainer based in the US. His skills include juggling, magic, balloons, unicycling and much more! For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://freelovecircus.com/

Jan Preece no longer works full time as a performer, but when he did, he was one of the most popular children's entertainers in Hong Kong. Skills include juggling, clowning and balloons. For more information about Jan, please contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601) Visit http://thebigbenshow.com/ for this episode Names mentioned include: Thomas Greeder, Ra Ra Zoo, Joe Jackson Junior, Archaos

This episode is currently not available here, but you can still listen to it at www.thebigbenshow.com/podcasts Oh yeah! (*&^% Brian Herman is a fantastic entertainer. He mainly works in the US, but often visits Hong Kong. Skills include balloons, magic and juggling. For more information about Brian, please contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601) or visit http://www.hermeetheclown.com/

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Ever wondered about how much time an entertainer spends on the road? Hi. I am Ben (Big Ben) Matthews, full time professional clown since 1997. You can subscribe, follow and like at: http://thebigbenshow.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/BigBenTheFunnyman/ http://bigbenshow.podomatic.com/ https://itunes.apple.com/hk/podcast/meet-entertainers-on-big-ben/id947768911 https://www.facebook.com/ben.matthews.359 Many thanks. I really appreciate all visits and views to my websites and podcasts

Accidentally making some extra money at a carnival show Names mentioned: Ciaran Love as heard on episode 44 and 56 of this podcast the AIA Great European Carnival Tony Vera (Busker) "Drawing a circle in the Square," by Professor Sally Harrison-Popper Video of my AIA show, including the trick with the $10 bills: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mw3Mb2KtXU0

For more Podcasts and Videos visit http://thebigbenshow.com or Subscribe to my podcasts at: http://bigbenshow.podomatic.com/ or https://itunes.apple.com/hk/podcast/meet-entertainers-on-big-ben/id947768911 Had a chance to talk to the great UK juggler and unicyclist: Lucas Jet You can find Lucas online at: http://www.ukjuggler.com And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) THIS WEEK HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Use of reviews and genuine testimonials. The power of a great domain name (namely: ukjuggler.com). Promo videos should only be 90 seconds long. Improve your act through marginal gains. And loads of tips on performing: including microphones, music, improvising, picking volunteers and working in hot weather! NAMES AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: PeteZa, Junction Jugglers, Croissant Neuf, http://bigtopmania.co.uk/ , tim marston how to sell your act, Moses and O

Ciaran Love is a wonderful entertainer based in Hong Kong. His skills include juggling, magic, balloons, and much more! For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://www.nonamehk.com/ For more Podcasts and Videos visit http://thebigbenshow.com or Subscribe to my podcasts at: http://bigbenshow.podomatic.com/ or https://itunes.apple.com/hk/podcast/meet-entertainers-on-big-ben/id947768911 The amazing Ciaran Love started as a full time street entertainer, roaming around Europe. Since 1994 however, he has been carving out a fantastic career in Hong Kong: Performer, clown, prop comedy, producer, manager and bespoke events creator. You can find Ciaran Love online at: http://www.nonamehk.com/ And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) Contents: Fire shows and tips, Producing shows with others versus working solo, How to do a Bir

Talking to the amazing J C Sum who has carved out a fantastic career as Asia’s international illusionist. Wow! J C Sum has some great thoughts and advice for the long term, professional entertainer! Lots of fascinating insights into positioning yourself in the market, and maintaining/increasing your income decade after decade! You can find J C Sum online at: http://www.jcsum.com and check out his new site all about how creative people can discover new sources of income: http://BackstageBusinessAcademy.com And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) THIS WEEK MY FAVOURITE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: 00:18:30 Positioning yourself in the market. “Big Money Show” theory. (Less shows, more money!) Personally I am very interested in the following issue: Namely the issue of doing corporate shows with a (sometimes dull) corporate message vs the satisfaction of doing your own show

This episode is currently not available here, but you can still listen to it at www.thebigbenshow.com/podcasts Oh yeah!@#$%^& Talking to wonderful stand-up comedian, Kevin Berrey! He runs a comedy show called Dope in New York, and has made a full length documentary called “Shadow of a Bout.” You can find Kevin online at: http://kevinplease.com http://berreycomic.com @pyschiccomedy (Instagram, and facebook @berrey) And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) THIS WEEK MY FAVOURITE HIGHLIGHT is 01:03:00 Tips on hosting: Open with at least 10 minutes to properly warm And also his idea for a psychic Comedy Show!! NAMES AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check em all out. Google and youtube them!!! You will learn sooooo much Eric Reifstach, David Bennishy, Stefan Kinuso, Mike Kramer, Heckle My Ass, Vivek Mahbubani, Andy Curtain, For more Podcasts and Video

Steve Lee – “the only Chinese disabled professional comedian!” This amazing story takes in the rise of communist China, the Cultural Revolution, and ends up with Steve Lee, “the only Chinese disabled professional comedian!” You can find Steve Lee online at: http://steveleecomedy.com twitter @steveleecomedy Facebook: steve lee comedy And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) CONTENTS: 00:00:45 “Citizen Kane skating – Never judge a cripple by his cane 00:05:00 Part One: Earl life. Living with disability 00:37:00 Had to give up photography career because of his disability 00:52:00 Part two: His techniques as a professional comedian Cut the long story short, as if you were trying to tell the tale at a very noisy party!!! For more Podcasts and Videos visit http://thebigbenshow.com or Subscribe to my podcasts at: http://bigbenshow.podomatic.com/ or https://itunes.apple

Go to wwww.thebigbenshow.com/podcasts for this episode! Oh yeah!$##^%^$^$$ Caught up with Scott Mitchell while he was in town for the Hong Kong Comedy Festival. You can find Scott Mitchell online at: https://www.facebook.com/comedianscottmitchell/ https://twitter.com/comedianscott And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com  (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) Scott Mitchell is a big part of the booming Singapore comedy scene. A co-founder of www.comedyhubsingapore.com/  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: HIGHLIGHT ONE: Adapting your act to the venue. Having fun with a tricky venue  HIGHLIGHT TWO: 00:14:20 Using www.hootsuite.com to promote your shows HIGHLIGHT THREE: 00:39:00 Watch the acts before so you don’t repeat their stuff HIGHLIGHT FOUR: 00:43:30 Trust yourself. You listen to your act (even if the audience isn’t listening) and judge if it’s good. COMPLETE CONTENTS: 00:04:00 www.comedyhubsingapore.com

Bond Lee is one of the top magicians in Hong Kong. For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://www.bondlee.com Talking to the hugely talented and award winning Hong Kong magician, Bond Lee You can find Bond Lee online at: http://www.bondlee.com And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Bond Lee’s episode has many highlights. He is a consummate stylish performer. But (away from performing) here are 2 great business ideas: HIGHLIGHT ONE: 00:41:30 Merchandising. Up to 30% of his money comes from selling merchandise! HIGHLIGHT TWO: 00:35:30 Marketing with Facebook ads AND HIGHLIGHT THREE! A great tip! Give the client MORE than they expected COMPLETE CONTENTS: 00:02:00 Joined Magic club (almost by accident)! 00:02:50 Turning point: 2011. Wins TV magic competition 00:03:30 Community shows organized

Mike Brooks is a great actor/entertainer based in Hong Kong! For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601) Kids parties with Mike Brooks!

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Stuart Palm is an amazing magician and mentalist based in Hong Kong. For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://www.stuartpalm.com/ Go to http://www.thebigbenshow.com for this episode. Talking to the fantastic mentalist, hypnotist and entertainer, Stuart Palm. He’s from Florida, but is now making a living doing incredible shows in Asia. You can find Stuart Palm online at: http://www.stuartpalm.com/ And my website is http://www.thebigbenshow.com (I love it when people contact me, so if you’d like to be interviewed or just want to say hello, you can reach me at ben@thebigbenshow.com) THIS WEEK EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: HIGHLIGHT ONE: 00:33:45 Strategies for a roving magician. (The problem of being a professional interrupter!) Great idea: Offer the client a “secret show” instead of roving HIGHLIGHT TWO: 00:49:30 Stage Shows HIGHHLIGHT THREE: 00:59:00 Marketing HIGHLIGHT FOUR: 01:16:45 Copyright issues with music, so use http://audiojungle.net/ COMPLETE CONTENTS