The Moisture Festival Podcast: Recent Episodes
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On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome back Paul Magid. This is the first part of a three part conversation with this new vaudeville Pioneer. We discuss Paul’s creative process, how he writes shows and learn more about The Flying Karamozov Brothers.
A wonderful conversation with one of the most prolific variety acts ever.
On this episode of the Moisture fest we welcome in Paul Magid. This is the first part of a three part conversation with this new vaudeville Pioneer. We discuss Paul’s early life and learn about the origins of one of the most successful variety acts ever, The Flying Karamozov Brothers.
In this conversation, we discuss the early years of the group and learn a bit about Paul’s writing style. A wonderful conversation with one of the most prolific variety acts ever.
On this episode of The Moisture Festival Podcast, we welcome Keara Scannell of Tumbleweed Circus.
We talk about her upbringing skating in her parents’ shop, where the name Tumbleweed came from, and how she turned those early influences into a one-of-a-kind career. Keara shares her journey to becoming a performer and how having a broken ankle early on didn’t stop her.
She also tells us who belongs on her Mt. Rushmore of trick roping. It’s a great conversation with a multifaceted variety artist.
On this episode, we welcome Oroki. We discuss the many aspects of Oroki’s performance life. We learn how it started on a date to an aerial class and how that led to producing theatrical shows all over Seattle.
We dive into Oroki’s background in dance, choreography, and a little parkour. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode, we welcome AmyLynn! We learn about her journey from a gymnast, to a springboard diver, to being an aerialist!
AmyLynn also talks about “circus values” and becoming an expert ant farmer!
On this episode, we welcome the multi-talented Katie Russo. We discuss her many disciplines, including Chinese pole, juggling, and trombone.
We also talk about her journey from music to circus, and how being in a marching band was the perfect precursor to circus. A great conversation with a 2026 Moisture Festival first-timer.
We’re back with another live episode from the 2026 Moisture Festival! In this episode we’ll chat with:
- Sizzle the Clown
- 2 Members of Spider Lounge
- Juggle Jawns
- Bill Robison
This is a fun chat with new members to the Moisture Festival family and an old favorite!
This episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast has Louie chatting with Moisture Festival first timers!
In this episode we meet:
- Leila Noone
- Cindy Marvel
- JW YOYO
- Bambi Karloff
- A
It’s a great chat with new members of the Moisture Festival family!
On this episode, we welcome Aerialist and Cyr wheel extraordinaire Hayley Dynamo. Hayley discusses where her love for the circus came from and how her background in dance easily integrated into the circus’s physicality.
We discussed her college studies and how her decision to move to Chicago helped her cement her decision to pursue circus full-time. We get some cameos from her cats! A wonderful conversation with a fantastic performer.
In this episode, we welcome juggler extraordinaire Juggle Jawns. We discuss what makes his style so unique, the influences that inspired him, and how he incorporates a few different media into his performances.
We talk about his background in athletics and how that coordination helped him when he began juggling. We also discuss how the juggling club at his college allowed him to meet and learn from one of the most innovative jugglers working today. A great interview with a fantastic performer.
On this episode we welcome in the queen of rings Hillia Hula. We dive deep into all things hula. Hillia explains the different types of hula hooping, which ones she specializes in, tricks she is working on and she provides tips on how to make your own.
We learn about how hula hooping captivated her imagination and how she became obsessed with it. We also discuss her journey to becoming a professional entertainer and how she studied street performing for college credit. A great interview with a fantastic person and performer.
On this episode, we welcome Quantum Tease PhD. We talk about her life growing up in Belgium and why she decided to go to Scotland to get her PhD.
We learn that their college offered a comedy class, which led them to many creative outlets, including comedy, music, producing, and burlesque. We discussed their move to Seattle and how it was the perfect place for her to expand across all those outlets. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode, we welcome hula hoop extraordinaire Jesse Patterson. We talk about how she fell in love with the hula hoop at a young age and how she found the circus community growing up in Texas.
We discuss her particular style and how it incorporates some long-lost juggling techniques. She tells us what led her to go to circus school and walks us through the day-to-day routines at a circus. A really great chat with a wonderful and creative performer.
On this episode, we welcome international funnyman Stefano Iaboni. We learn about how he learned to juggle on a backpacking trip and how that led him to a circus school in the Netherlands.
He tells us all about how he had to scrape by just to get through school and what his next steps were after he left. We discuss comedy in multiple languages and how he has transitioned to teaching others to find the funny in everyday life. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode we welcome hula hoop specialist and circus organizer Vanessa Vortex. We learn about growing up on Broadway in New York and how she rebelled against her Show Biz parents by going to college.
We learn about her journey across the country, how she got involved in circus and what led her to be one of the co-founders of the Bellingham Circus Guild. A fantastic conversation with an amazing person to have in our community.
In this episode we welcome Pinay Grigio. Pinay tells about her early years in dance and how Burlesque always caught her eye. She talks about what caused her to finally give it a shot and how taking that class launched her onto a journey that has taken her all over the place.
She discusses the balance between being a burlesque performer and a mom and how she keeps her kids busy while she is working on her costumes. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode we welcome in juggler and modern day vaudevillian Thom Wall. Thom talks about his life as a performer in Cirque du Soleil and how that drove him to pursue creating a one-man show that he performs on Cruise Ships.
We discuss his upbringing and his exposure to ancient Egypt by his father. We learn about his book publishing business, Modern Vaudeville Press, and why he decided to start his own. A really fantastic conversation with one of the premier comedy jugglers in the world.
On this episode we welcome in comedian and clown Tyler West. We discuss how watching Cirque Du Soleil at a young age inspired Tyler to go into clowning. We learn how he approached getting information on being a professional clown at a young age and the things he did to get stage time.
He talks about all the different shows he has been in and how he alters what he does to fit into the format of that particular show. We also discuss the national touring show he is currently in and how he came to get one of the main roles. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in 1/3 of the Mud Bay Jugglers Doug Martin. We discuss how they got their name, how they developed their own style and the creative choices they made to continue to be so unique.
He tells us about the different incarnations throughout the years and the secrets to keeping a group together for over 40 years. A great conversation with a festival favorite.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in Salamandir (yes. That’s his real name). Salamandir talks with us about growing up playing music and how his exposure at a young age allows him to pick up any instrument and play it.
We discuss his abilities to fix instruments, his love of incense and even get insights into the first Moisture Festival. A great conversation with a fascinating person.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in Cyara Hotopp. We discuss a wide variety of topics including her law degree, where she practiced law and how she gave up being a lawyer to pursue the circus arts.
We talk about her background as a figure skater and all the lessons she learned from that and their application to ariel. A great conversation with a fantastic performer.
On this episode we welcome in clown Mick Holsbeke. We talk about growing up in Florida and how his economics teacher in high school introduced him to Harry Levine.
We learn about his cross country journey to the Pacific Northwest and how seeing street performers inspired him to pursue street theatre. We talk about his journey to clown and how that art form has taken him around the world. A great conversation with a fantastic person.
On today’s episode we welcome in comedy magic duo Trevor and Lorena. We talk with them about how they started in magic, the evolution of the act and learn about their alter ego’s Charlie and Delilah.
We discuss Trevor meeting Lorena’s Dad for the first time and we even try to place their accents. A super fun conversation with two phenomenal people.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in puppet maker Annette Mateo. We discuss her interest in puppets as a kid and how she rekindled her interest in it after attending her first Fremont Solstice Parade.
We chat about the puppet scene in Seattle and the various ups and downs over the years for her as a puppet builder. We also discuss her thoughts on emceeing the Moisture Festival Open Stage event just a few days before the interview. A great conversation with a creative mind and awesome person.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast Louie interviews his co-host Matt Baker. They discuss a wide range of topics including Matt’s time living in Western Samoa as a teenager and how he became a vegetarian. We also learn how Matt got into performing at a young age through hackysack (footbag) and how that skill took him across Europe and all over the US doing school assemblies.
Matt discusses his time in the award winning juggling duo the Brothers from Different Mothers and the challenges that duo’s face. We learn all about the crazy places his solo show the Matt Baker Comedy + Stunt Show has taken him and where he will be going next. A fun interview with your second favorite Moisture Festival Podcast host.
On this episode we welcome in singer, magician and actor Cassandra Ruiz. We learn about her beginnings in singing and how her theatre background influences her show today . She tells us about her chance encounter with a famous magician that became her first exposure to magic.
We talk about her run performing as a ninja magician at a Ninja themed restaurant and how her and how she balances all the different types of performing she does. We also discuss how she creates routines and how her personal experiences inform those routines. A long overdue conversation with a wonderful person and performer.
On this episode we welcome aerialist Jessica Perry. Jessica tells us about her early life where she grew up on a sailboat sailing around the world. We learn what prompted her parents to do that and all how her parents used Ariel to keep her busy on long sea days.
We discuss how her mom introduced her to flying trapeze and how eventually she was able to convince her parents to let her go to a circus school. A lovely conversation with one of the best aerialists working today.
On this episode we welcome in Sailor St. Claire. We talk a lot about the world of Burlesque and how one comes to become a performer. The different paths they could have taken and how being an emcee is very similar to teaching college.
We also learn about the many different projects Sailor is involved in and they constantly challenge themselves to learn and grow. A great conversation with a prolific contributor to the arts community.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in Mr. LO. We talk about a number of different things including his life as a ballet dancer and all that goes into maintaining your body to perform that every night.
He tells us about the various career transformations he had to make including becoming a full time contortionist and how he found paper tearing to take over once he aged out of contortion. We learn about all the things that go into making such a unique act and the difficulties accompanied with performing an art form that no one performs anymore. A great conversation with a first time performer at the 2025 festival.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in bubble performer Meadow Perry. Meadow tells us about her beginnings performing as a princess and how that led her to deciding to create her own show.
We learn about the different types of bubbles, the difficulties performing with bubbles can create and all the people that populate the bubble world. She also talks about what it’s like sharing the stage with the godfather of bubbles Tom Noddy. A great interview with a first time performer at the 2025 Moisture Festival.
This episode is part 2 of the LIVE podcasts at week one of the 2025 Moisture Festival!
In this episode Louie chats with acts appearing at the festival. This is a great episode to meet new additions to the Moisture Festival family!
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in circus extraordinaire Nick Harden. We learn about where a kid from a small town in Illinois first discovered circus and how it became an obsession.
We learn about how the connections that he has made through the circus have opened up opportunities all over the United States. He also tells us about the difficulties in performing in different spaces and how that forced him to come up with different variations of his act. A great conversation with a very talented circus performer.
This episode is LIVE at week one of the 2025 Moisture Festival!
In this episode Louie chats with acts appearing for the first time at the festival. This is a great episode to meet new additions to the Moisture Festival family!
In this episode we welcome in juggler and funny man Tony Steinbach. We learn about Tony’s first exposure to juggling and how his dad used juggling in his work training. Tony talks about his development as an artist and how his collaborations with other artists have helped pave the way to what he is doing now.
He tells about the Renaissance fair circuit and the adaptations he makes to his show to make it work in such a specific environment. A fun conversation with another 2025 moisture festival newcomer.
On this episode we welcome in Ran’D Shine. We learn about how Ran’D came across magic and how that led him to a career performing all over the world. We talk about the benefits of coming into his art form later than most and how he was able to apply aspects of academia into his craft.
Ran’D also gives tips on the best way to become a professional performer and how making connections makes all the difference. A wonderful conversation with a performer who will be making their first appearance at this year’s festival (2025)
On this episode we welcome Rosemary Le. Rosemary discusses her upbringing and how her need for movement led her to ariel. We discuss her Ph.d, her life in academia and learn about her work with some pretty cutting edge experiments.
We throw some hard questions at her thoughts on learning and even throw some business proposals her way. She talks about her desire to take a break from the corporate world to explore the performing arts. A wonderful conversation with an extremely smart and talented person
On this episode we welcome all the way over zoom from France, Etienne McGinley. Etienne talks with us about his path to performing and how watching Bill Irwin and David Shiner changed his view on how he wanted to perform.
We talk about his evolution as a performer and how the grind of cruise ships wore on him. We also discuss how a chance encounter led him to getting accepted into clown college. A really great and in depth conversation with a fantastic performer
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in our first ever flying trapeze artist Eric Eliacin. Eric tells us about how he fell in love with circus in college and how that has led him all over the continent performing.
We talk about getting into flying trapeze and the things that people should know when they get into it. He also tells us about some of his other interests including an idea for a screenplay. A fantastic conversation with high flying Eric Eliacin.
On this episode of the MF podcast we welcome Trevor Whittow. Trevor talks about what it’s like to be a professional clown, what it takes to get to that point and what sort of coaching he received that helped him along his path.
He also explains how magic helped him get on stage as a kid and how he has learned to separate his career from his hobbies. A fantastic conversation with an actual professional clown.
On this episode we talk with the fascinating musician Thaddeus Spae. He tells us about the early days at the Oregon Country Fair working with Reverend Chumleigh, how he wrote a march that convinced crowds to follow and he came to form the group Snake Suspenderz.
He also tells us about his new band Snakes Alive, an offshoot and great band worth checking out. A great chat with a fun and amazing musician.
On this episode we welcome band leader Eben Sprinsock. Eben tells us about some guys he knew in high school that turned into the group The Flying Karamazov Brothers. How that led him to be part of their shows early on and how eventually he went on to pave his own path.
He talks about what goes into backing variety acts and what makes the Moisture Festival so unique. A great conversation with the mastermind behind Doc Sprincock and the Sancapators.
On this episode we welcome in cellist Christine Gunn. She tells us about how she plays cello and how it differs from regular cellists.
How she founded one of the bands Matt used to be really into, we learn about the early days of busking at the Pike Place Market and how that led to some amazing collaborations with some Moisture Festival favorites. A fun interview with a fantastic musician.
On this episode we welcome in all around amazing person Patrice O’Neill. She talks about her wonderful career in music and how she got to sit with the Nobel Peace Prize recipient Desmond Tutu.
We talk about her process in writing songs and the various bands she has played in and continues to play with. We also learn how she met her husband and how they started a recording studio in their home. A really great conversation with a fantastic individual.
On this episode we welcome in Moisture Festival founder Maque daVis. Maque tells us about the roots of the festival, how it all was organized and some of the failures and successes of the early years.
He discusses how the festival has evolved and what he thinks the future holds. We also get into his history being the head of fire safety at Burning Man. A fantastic interview with one of the people that made this all possible.
On this episode we talk to dancer and aerial extraordinaire Mary Pat Letourneau. We discuss her upbringing and how dance got her into aerial arts.
She also tells us what wall dancing is and how it paved the way for a career in the performing arts. She also discusses what she does not and tells us about her workshops that she offers people interested in becoming more flexible. A great interview with a very flexible performer.
On this episode we welcome in the keyboard player from the Georgetown Orbits Jose De Howitt.
We learn about Jose’s upbringing in Ecuador, what brought him to the states and how he learned to play the keys. We learn about the differences between Ska and Reggae and some of the top artists that influenced Jose. A fun conversation with a member of one of the backing bands at the Moisture Festival.
On this episode we welcome in the amazing Harry Levine. We talk about his early days being a college radio station DJ and how he was amazed by a fellow moisture festival performers music.
We talk about his journey west and how he ended up staying in in the Northwest for the last 40 years. We also discuss how he became a member of the Mud Bay Jugglers and the Flying Karamozov Brothers. A great interview with the booking guru of the fest.
On this episode we welcome in Wren the Juggler. Wren tells us all about how he became a juggler and how meeting the love of his life helped him overcome his mental block of being a performer.
We also discuss the various game shows he has appeared on and how he won the wheel of fortune. A great interview with a first time performer the 2024 festival.
On this Episode we welcome in Ventriloquist Michael Harrison. He tells us about how he got started in show business and how he eventually decided to become a full time ventriloquist.
He tells us about his Grandfather’s performing career and his 25 year search to find his grandad’s long lost puppet. We dive into what goes into developing a vent act and how there has been a recent explosion in the genre. We also discuss his passion for Coca Cola collectibles and which bottles are the most sought after. An awesome conversation with a very unique act.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome Martika Daniels. She tells us about growing up in the Military and how being stationed in Germany exposed her to circus arts and busking.
She tells us how stunts helped her deal with crippling anxiety and depression and how she weaves that message into her performances. We also discuss her new book that is available now. A great conversation with a fantastic person.
In this episode we hear talk with festival favorite Lindsay Benner. We discuss how she was able to see Bill Irwin at a young age and the impact it had on her.
She tells us about her first street shows in San Francisco and how she really had to take a different approach than she expected. We learn about how she was able to stretch out a 7 min cabaret act into an award winning 45 minute show. A fantastic glimpse into the world of the ultra awesome Lindsay Benner.
The is the lost live episode from the 2024 Moisture Festival! In this episode Louie chats with four different performers! We chat with Maria Margiyeva, Ricardo Sosa, Richard Hartnell and Steve Owens!
This fun visit with some Moisture Festival favorites!
This episode the Moisture Festival Podcast catches up with magician Ben Nemzer!
We talk about getting started in magic, going to magic camp, running an afterschool program during the pandemic and soo much more! This is a fantastic peek behind the curtain of Ben Nemzer’s life!
On this episode we welcome in the Funny Man Who Does Tricks, Marcus Wilson. Marcus tells us about how he got started in comedy, what it’s like as a variety act working in comedy clubs and how being a power ranger led him to being a full time performer.
We also discuss how he was able to create passive income with some of his other endeavors. A great conversation with one of the funniest people in the business.
This is part 2 of meeting the people who make the Moisture Festival possible! In this episode we meet the bartenders, stage hand, and offices staff at the Moisture Festival!
This is a fun peek at the lives of the people that make the festival happen!
Today’s episode of The Moisture Festival has Louie Foxx hanging out with two new performers at the festival, Marcus Wilson and Spencer Androli!
We learn about performing in circuses, how performers select material for the festival and learn the history of Yo Yo performers with a surprise visit by Mark Hayward!
This is a fun backstage peek at the 2024 Moisture Festival!
In this captivating episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast, we embark on a riveting conversation with the multifaceted Avery Cluff. Sharing her journey into aerial performance and the interconnectedness with her passion for rock climbing, Avery gracefully guides us through the intricacies of her daily life as a circus performer, unveiling the enchanting world behind the scenes. Our exploration extends to Avery’s academic endeavors, particularly her engagement in outdoor education.
Avery also divulges the fascinating dimensions of her research and the intriguing outcomes of her laboratory experiments. This interview offers a compelling glimpse into the diverse facets of Avery Cluff’s life, that has made her a well-rounded individual with a rich tapestry of experiences.
In this captivating episode of the Moisture Festival, we have the pleasure of hosting the extraordinary acrobatic athlete, Mathieu Bolillo. Mathieu shares insights into his formative years in gymnastics, recounting how this journey ultimately propelled him into the spotlight as a performer in Cirque Du Soleil’s renowned production, “Ka.” Delving into the challenges of overcoming injuries, Mathieu reveals how these setbacks became catalysts for his remarkable transformation into an accomplished author, dedicated teacher, and sought-after physical trainer.
Join us as we explore the depths of Mathieu’s resilience in the face of adversity, uncovering the inspiring narrative of his multifaceted career. He also tells us a bit of what audiences can anticipate from Mathieu’s upcoming performance at the next Moisture Festival. Tune in for an engaging and uplifting experience that is sure to leave you inspired and eager for more.
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast, we are thrilled to have the extraordinary performer Maria Margiyeva! Maria takes us on her journey from her childhood as a gymnast to performing in a bubble 3o feet in the air! It’s a great interview with a very talented performer.
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast, we are thrilled to have the extraordinary Ariel artist, Amy Funbuttons, joining us. Amy takes us behind the scenes, sharing the ins and outs of what it truly means to be a professional Ariel performer.
We learn about the challenges that come with the territory and delve into the daily experiences of a variety artist hard at work. We discuss her creative process as we uncover the mysteries and joys that accompany her journey. We also take a stab at an unsolved mystery from Amy’s own life. It’s a captivating interview with a remarkable performer that you won’t want to miss!
On this episode it is all things accordion with accordion duo Creosote. We learn about the different types of accordions, get some history about the accordion and how it is still one of the most popular instruments in the world.
Jamie and Gabe discuss how they met, what makes they do so unique and some of the cool opportunities they have gotten throughout their years of playing. We also learn both of their completely different accordion origin stories. A really fun interview with a some fantastic people.
On this episode we welcome in clown extraordinaire Faeble Kievman. Faeble discusses how he got into clowning, who helped him a long the way and what goes into making a good clown routine.
We also discuss what social circus is and how Faeble focus’s on entertaining in places that don’t have any. We also hear some stories of places he has performed and how he made it work even in some of the most difficult entertainment spots.
In this episode we welcome in magician Jason Andrews. We talk about how growing up as a kid in Las Vegas gave him access to magic shows and how he was able to get a scholarship to magic camp.
He explains what it’s like competing in magic competitions and how he once competed against Louie. We learn about his career in magic and how he made the decision during the pandemic to give it up and follow a different passion. The best interview with a magician turned pilot to date.
On this episode we welcome in the youngest person we have interviewed Matthew Laslo. We learn about how he started in magic, what it was like being the only magician in his town and where he looked to for inspiration.
He tells us about all the people who has helped him a long the way and some of his great success’s including multiple TV appearances and a crazy trip to China. We also learn how he came to be a part of the touring Broadway style magic show called Shazam. A great interview with a fantastic young performer.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome Ariel superstar Vivian Tam. We talk about her interest in circus at a young age, how she was able to mimic circus videos she got at the local library and how that led to a successful aerial career.
She tells us about going to stunt school, how she comes up with some of her routines and how much storage is needed to house all her equipment. A fantastic interview with one of the best aerial performers working today.
On this episode we welcome in bounce juggler Audrey Greaves. We discuss how she discovered the circus and how her parents figured out how to get her involved in it at a young age.
She explains to us what bounce juggling is and how she decided that was something she wanted to devote her time on. We discuss what you do when you mess up on stage and how her performance at the Moisture Festival Gala went. A really fun conversation with an amazing bounce juggler!
On this episode we welcome in a stage manager for the Moisture Festival Ria Lodick. We talked with her about her joy of teaching, how she came to be so good at conveying information and what brought her to Seattle.
We also discuss the challenges running a show like the Moisture Festival presents and why she keeps coming back. A fun interview with someone that makes all the shows run as smoothly as possible.
On this zoom episode of the MFP (new term) we welcome in the amazing Felicity Hesed. We discuss her beginnings as an actor, her interest in theatre and how walking by a circus building one afternoon changer her life.
She tells us what she is doing to fuse theatre with circus and the organization she started to help support that vision. A really great conversation with an awesome circus advocate.
On this episode we welcome in the brand new Executive Director of the Moisture Festival Victoria Watts.
We discuss her background in the arts, her ability to notate movements in different styles and what brought her to Seattle. We also discuss her vision for the Moisture Festival, the challenges her new role will face and we learn why she is the perfect person for the job.
On this podcast we welcome in the troubadour himself Eric Haines. We discuss all the disciplines Eric implements into his show, how he came to be so good at all of them and how he found his calling with the One Man Band. We learn why someone would want to play so many instruments at once and all the great opportunities it has granted him. A really great conversation over Zoom with a one man Moisture Fest.
On this episode we welcome in the energetic Steve Langley. Over Zoom Steve tells us about his early beginnings as a chef and how that led to the creation of his juggling team the Fettucini Brothers.
He talks about his 30 year career, how paddle ball helped him along the way and how he transitioned to a totally different style of performing. A treat to be able to get to chat with Steve and we hope you enjoy it.
Today’s guest on the Moisture fest podcast is hilarious comedian Kermet Apio. We discuss how he got into comedy, what his kids think of his career and how he ended up winning one of the most prestigious, comedy competitions in all of North America.
We also discuss how a comedian might prepare for performing at the Moisture Festival and the differences between it and a comedy club audience. A great conversation with one of the great comedians in the northwest.
On this week’s episode we are joined in person by Jeremiah Johnston. We learn all about his passion of juggling and teaching other people circus arts. We discuss the different types of object manipulation and how he fused multiple disciplines into his performance. He tells us how he developed his show and the people that helped … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jeremiah Johnston"
The Moisture Festival podcast is joined by Alan Plotkin! Alan is the festival’s official videographer and the created Moisture Festival The Movie which can be seen at film festivals around the USA! We learn about Alan’s beginnings as a film maker using old school 1970’s video editing equipment, how he got involved in recording variety … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Alan Plotkin"
This week the Moisture Festival Podcast welcomes in actor, boxer and tap dancer Joe Orrach! In this episode we talk to Joe about taking ballet classes in between making deliveries when he was younger to his current outreach where his builds self esteem with ex gang members! This is a fantastic interview with an incredible … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Joe Orrach"
On this weeks episode due to a last minute cancellation of a guest, Moisture Festival cohost Louie Foxx steps in to be interviewed! We learn about his beginnings performing on the street, how he got a robot onto America’s Got Talent and all of Louie’s varied skills. This is a great interview with on of … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Louie Foxx"
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in the hilarious Carla Ulbrich. Carla talks to us about her career in music, what led her to start infusing comedy into her writing and the correct method of teaching to learn how to play guitar. She discusses an illness that inspired her to write a book … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Carla Ulbrich"
This week we welcome in the amazing Brad Weston. He tells us about his interest in the variety arts at a young age and describes some of his first street shows at a zoo.
We learn about clown college, a school for comedia del arte and the differences between the two. Brad also tells us about how one contract at a theme park allowed him to move his whole family. A great conversation that comes on the heels of first appearance at the Moisture Festival.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in poet Peter Paul Van Camp. Peter tells us about how he got inspired to start writing poetry and how his desire to share it with people led him to move to Canada.
We discuss his love for birds, his short lived tv show and hear some great stories from 50 years in the entertainment industry. A great conversation with one of the more unique acts at the Moisture Festival.
This episode recorded LIVE at the 2023 Moisture Festival features all of the people that make the festival AMAZING! We chat with volunteers, drivers, security and even the legendary Rubber Chicken Man!
You’ll love getting to know the Moisture Festival family!
On this very special episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast you get a tour of the Broadway Performance Hall by Tim Furst! In addition to the tour we run into Peter Irish, Kiki Hood, Micheal Evolution, the Food Folx and more!
In this episode of the Moisture Festival podcast we talk via zoom with funny man Alex Feldman. He tells us about how he came to be so funny without speaking and how he is able to find the sliver of funny in every place he performs.
We discuss some things he did during covid and how he got involved with the moisture festival. A great chat with one of the festival’s favorite performers.
On this episode we interview 6 time world hackysack champion Peter Irish. He tells us about how he came to be considered the one of the best hackysack players of all time and how that led to him combining that skill with juggling.
We learn about his practice regime, his visual art and how he appeared in one of Adam Sandler’s worst movies. A great conversation a few weeks before his first appearance at the festival.
The Moisture Festival is proud to introduce Paul Draper to the Moisture Festival family! This will be Paul’s first year with us and we’re excited to have him!
In this episode we learn what a house magician is, the ins and outs of hosting a séance and even touch on Paul hanging out with cannibals! This is an enlightening and fun episode!
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we talk to the hilarious Michael Rayner. We discuss with Michael a variety of different subjects including his successes as a commercial actor, his recent Tik Tok fame and what caused him to become a comedian and juggler.
He gives some great tips on how to find your voice as a comedian, what is a realistic aspiration in this industry and how setting goals and sticking to them can change your life. A fun and insightful conversation with one of Moisture Festival’s favorite acts.
This episode we’re joined by the multi talented Kiki Hood! You know Kiki from the Fremont Philharmonic Orchestra which is one of the Moisture Festival’s show bands.
This week Kiki tells us about locating rare books, how to super charge a kazoo and what a Panto is! This is a super fun interview that you’ll love!
On this episode we are joined via zoom with the multi talented Paz. From his car he tells us about the origins of his name, how tennis led him to law school and how law school led him to the circus.
We talk about creating shows that combine circus with other popular pastimes and how by doing so it has allowed Paz to travel the world. A great conversation with a man who does just about everything.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we are joined by the lovely La Petite Mort. We talk about how being a runway model led her to finding her voice and how that led her to becoming a performance artist.
We talk about what goes into developing her acts and how she curates her own shows to build up the community. We talk about the rave scene and what Gorelesque is. A fun interview with a wonderful person, we hope you love it.
On this episode we welcome in via zoom the one and only Skilldini (aka Tim Wright). Tim discusses how he stumbled into working at a magic manufacturer, the skills he learned while working with them and how that led to a lifetime of funny stories.
We learn about his time making safety videos for fork lifts and he even gives us a little glimpse into some of his tricks (and safety demo’s.) A fun conversation that will make you laugh.
On this episode of the podcast we welcome in (from Germany) the hilarious Tom Murphy.
We learn about how being a gymnast led to being an acrobatic skier and how the combination of those two led him into physical comedy. Tom tells us about his unlikely friendship with Patrick Dempsey and how that led to a role in one of Matt’s favorite movies. A fun interview across international borders with a moisture festival is great. You are going to love it.
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in our first Ariel artist Camille Swift. We talk with Camille about the different types of ariel that exists, we also learn about Camille’s involvement in a number of different types of artistic disciplines. We also talk about her visual art, her interest in cryptozoology and … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Camille Swift"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome in comedian, writer, actor and stunt performer Alex Bistrevsky. Over Zoom we learn about how Alex got approached at a Starbucks to be a circus performer and how he turned that interaction into a career. We learn about his move to LA and how his … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Alex Bistrevsky"
This week on the Moisture Festival Podcast connect from the three corners of the USA to bring you ZeroBoy! We talk about his start as a performer, the different characters he performs as and how he developed his unique sound! You’re going to love this episode!
This week Matt takes the week off and Louie does a solo interview with Dr Owl Jester! They meet up in a dressing room at the Evergreen State fair where they both were performing. In this podcast we learn about what kind of doctor Dr. Owl Jester is and the interesting places that the doctoring … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Dr Owl"
The moisture festival podcast tries something they have never done before by interviewing two performers over zoom and who better to try it out with then the fabulous Coventry and Kaluza. We learn about how clown college led to love and a career making people laugh. We also learn about the dynamics of working as … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Coventry and Kaluza"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we triangulate locations over zoom and welcome in Just Felice. We learn about how she got started in magic, how she wrote her thesis on street performing and how that inspired her to start doing street shows herself. We also learn about how she uses her comedy to … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Just Felice"
In this episode we triangulate positions and welcome to the podcast Michael Trautman via zoom. We learn about how he gave up his pursuit of a law degree to become a clown and how that decision led him to perform all over the world. We discuss the creative process, how to create content with a group and … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Michael Trautman"
We’re still hanging out backstage at the 2022 Moisture Festival chatting with the performers and people that make the festival happen! The backstage hang out is one of the highlights for the performers, and we know you’ll enjoy hanging out via the podcast!
Today the Moisture Festival Podcast takes you behind the curtain of the 2022 festival! Matt and Louie take you through a day as an artist at the festival and we chat with the volunteers that make the festival happen!!
The Moisture Festival Podcast records on location at Hale’s Ales and we get to talk with the amazing Leah Papernick. Leah gives us a glimpse into all the different roles people play to make the Moisture Festival successful. We learn that she has worked as a performer, stage tech, greeter, covid tester and has done … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Leah Papernick"
The Moisture Festival Podcast records on location at Hale’s Ales and welcomes in magician and historian Jamy Ian Swiss. Jamy discusses how he made the switch from selling animal products to performing magic around the world. Also, we discuss his contributions to the magic world that include the creation of Monday Night Magic in New York … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jamy Ian Swiss"
This week we chat with Android Allure in another podcast recorded at Hales! Android talks about Waacking, Voguing and the “underground” ballroom scene (which isn’t what we thought it was). This is unique interview for the Moisture Festival Podcast as we talked with Android right before their very first Moisture Festival performance as part of … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Android Allure"
In this episode we welcome Nox Falls to Hales Ales. Nox discusses growing up in Texas and how burlesque was a way to combat shyness. We learn about where some of the ideas for Nox’s routines come from and which ones get selected for shows. Nox also spits some spoken word poetry (which is a first … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Nox Falls"
In this episode we record on location at Hales Ales where we welcome in Moisture Festival favorite and clown extraordinaire Hilary Chaplain. Hilary discusses how she develops her material and all the things that goes through her mind when she is debuting a new routine. We cover her over 30 year career that includes her one woman show, … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Hilary Chaplain"
Today’s guest is the fantastic burlesque artist Lily Verlaine. We discuss her career arc which started as a child performing in a cabbage patch commercial and now has her touring around the world performing for delighted audiences. We Learn about what goes into developing a burlesque act, all the people that can be involved, and … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Lily Verlaine"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we triangulate locations and interview Stephon Walker aka Swami Yo Mami aka Less S Moore. We talk with Stephon over Zoom and discuss his many characters he has created in his 20 plus years of performing, what led him to create his characters and how his performance at … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Stephon Walker"
In this episode we hit the road to the Rose City (Portland) and interview the super positive Nate “Scramble” James from Circus Luminescence. Scramble is one half of the group and discusses how the group started from a chance encounter and also the successes and failures of the group throughout the years. He also talks to … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Scramble James"
This episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we are in Portland interviewing the fascinating Jon Dutch, aka “Dutch.” We talk about how he got into the circus later in life, the physical tolls it takes on one’s body and how he got into his unique form of acrobatics. We also discuss the circus scene in Portland, … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jon Dutch"
The Moisture Festival is joined over Zoom by the amazing comic daredevil David Aiken a.k.a the Checkerboard guy. David is a unique talent that has traveled the globe with his show and shares with us some amazing stories of his travels. He also tells us about the origins of the checkerboard theme in his show, his love … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – David Aiken"
In this episode we make our first house call and interview the hilarious Steve Hamilton. We chat with Steve in his home and learn about how he went from saving lives as a paramedic to making people laugh with his comedy and magic at events all over the world. We hear how he quit his … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Steve The Pretty Good"
Curt Carlyle is one of the premiere comedy jugglers in the Pacific Northwest. He joins us in the clown basement in Portland and discusses all the things that led him to choose juggling as a job. He tells us about his early days performing with a partner, how their comedy act of stripping down to speedos opened … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Curtis Carlyle"
This episode is part 2 of our two part conversation with the maestro of bubbles Tom Noddy. If you have not heard the first part, go back and check out the beginning of our conversation. In part #2 we pick up right where we left off with some amazing stories from Tom’s 50 plus years of … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Part 2 Tom Noddy"
If you have been to the moisture festival before you have probably seen the bubble man Tom Noddy. In this episode, Tom joins us in person in the Jungle Wagon for almost two hours of great conversation. In part one of our two part interview with Tom, we dive into his early career, what drew … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Tom Noddy"
The Moisture Festival releases its last interview from the Berkley sessions and we are pleased to welcome in Robert Strong. Robert is a magician, comedian, idea guy and doer of awesome things. We learn about how he found out that he is related to Harry Houdini, his encounters with Robin Williams and cold calling famous comedians … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Robert Strong"
On this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we continue our interviews from Berkeley California and welcome in Swami Beyondananda and Trudy. The Swami tells us about starting an alternative high school, being a ghostwriter for dental books and how all of that led him to performing his Swami character across the United States. We … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Swami Beyondanada"
The Moisture Festival is on location in Berkeley California where they are joined by festival favorite and award winning clown Iman Lizarazu. Iman discusses a few of her many passions including wine, designing clown noses and most importantly being creative. We hear some funny stories about growing up in the Basqu region of France, how … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Iman Lizarazu"
The Moisture Festival Podcast continues their residency in Berkeley California where they are joined by the hilarious Dan Holzman. You may know Dan as one half of the juggling team the Raspyni Brothers and we discuss his performing career that has spanned over three decades. We hear about his time performing on the Tonight Show with … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Dan Holzman"
This week the Moisture Festival Podcast is joined by the magician to the stars, Jay Alexander! The talk about Jay’s beginning as the doorman at a rock club, his relative that was a vaudeville strongman, living on a boat and owning his own magic theater! This is a great episode, where you’ll learn about Jay’s … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jay Alexander"
The Moisture Festival Podcast is on location in Berkeley California and is joined by the amazing Nancy Levidow. Those of you who know Nancy, know that she is such a cool, interesting and amazing person. For those of you who don’t, get ready to meet someone awesome. Nancy tells us about how she got involved in … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Nancy Levidow"
The Moisture Festival Podcast hits the road and is joined in Berkeley California by Stevie Coyle. Stevie tells us about his childhood path to become a priest and how he ran away to join the Royal Lichtenstein Circus instead. We learn all about his eclectic career that involved things like a trained cat act, announcing … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Stevie Coyle"
This week continues the Moisture Festival Podcast’s roadshow with another interview from Berkeley, CA where they are joined by Jeff Raz! In this episode they chat about his time in Cirque du Soleil, what makes a good clown and how he became an author! This is a fantastic interview that you’ll love!
This week, the Moisture Festival Podcast hits the road and travels to Berkley California where they are joined by Scotty Meltzer and Katrine Spang-Hanssen of Comedy Industries. In this episode, Matt and Louie get into the nuts and bolts of comedy and discuss how custom script writing was the tool that would allow Scotty and … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Scotty and Katrine"
The Moisture Festival hits the phone lines to welcome in the multi-talented and hilarious Amy G. Amy discusses how she transitioned from a shy kid to a powerhouse performer that has traveled to every country you can think of (and more you can’t think of.) She discusses what life was like for her during covid … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Amy G"
The Moisture Festival podcast is joined by Magician and raconteur Mike Caveney for an over the phone chat. Mike tells us some amazing stories from his 40+ years in show business. We discuss how he got into magic, how he married a fellow magician, how hard it is to go on the road with a … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Mike Caveney"
The Moisture Festival Podcast is super excited about the amazing Jet Black Pearl joining us over the phone. Jet Black Pearl discusses with us how she came to the United States from the Netherlands and helps us with our Dutch. She also discusses how she begun playing accordion and the inspiration behind some of her … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jet Black Pearl"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we are joined over the phone by the hilarious Bri Crabtree. She tells us about how she had to hide being a juggler in high school from her classmates and what it is like to live in an artist workspace in San Francisco. She discusses her career, … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Bri Crabtree"
The Moisture Festival Podcast is pleased to have the multi talented Mark Hayward join us over the phone. Mark is a smorgasbord of quirky talents. He is a world champion yo yo player, a Guinness World Record Holder, Artist and self proclaimed “Cool Guy”. In our conversation we discuss his progression from playing yo-yo as a … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Mark Hayward"
In today’s episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we record from Rabbit Moon Ranch with Tina Lenert on the dial. In this episode, Tina tells us about her rise from surf rock to creating one of the most famous magic routines in the world, the importance of following your passions in life, and how taking notes … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Tina Lenert"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we have an “over the phone interview” with the fantastic Cate Great. Thanks to the powers of technology, we get to hear Cate tell us about what it’s like to run away from the water ski team and join a circus school. In this episode, Cate also … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Cate Great"
This week we welcome circus royalty to the Moisture Festival Podcast Studio, Charly Castor. Charly is not only legendary in the circus world, but he is also one of the brothers from the famous French Trio Les Castors. In this episode, Charly explains the unique art form of Risley and Icarian Games as we cover … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Charly Castor"
In this episode we welcome the very creative Martha Enson to the studio. Martha has been the Creative Director for a number of fantastic venues, including Teatro Zinzani and En-joy Productions. Martha tells us about her beginnings in Puppetry and how that led to creating one of the most unique touring shows in the Northwest. We also … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Martha Enson"
In this episode we welcome Seattle folk legend Jim Page to the Moisture Festival Podcast studio. Here, we talk about Jim’s lobbying efforts to legalize busking in Seattle, as well as his adventure organizing the first Busker Fest at Pike Place Market. Jim also brings his guitar and plays us a few songs. A … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Jim Page"
In this episode the multifaceted performer, Luminous Pariah, joins us in the studio. Lumi explains the art of Burlesque and how stories and comedy play an integral role in Burlesque. We learn about the transition Lumi made from a whale watching tour guide in Alaska to a world renowned burlesque entertainer. Lumi also talks about getting … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – The Luminous Pariah"
The Moisture Festival Podcast records from the Jupiter Hotel in Portland Oregon. In this episode, we interview Danish comedy juggler Henrik Bothe in room 219. Henrik talks about doing two command performances for Eddie Murphy, performing on the Gong Show, and the origins of his famous ‘Neon Man’ routine. We also learn how Henrik came … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Henrik Bothe"
This week we welcome one of the producers of the Moisture Festival, Randy Minkler, to the podcast. In this episode, Randy tells us about his Moisture Festival origin story, as well as his music career. He goes into detail about the art of putting together a lineup of talented performers and how to overcome the challenges that accompany this feat. A great episode … Continue reading "Randy Minkler – The Moisture Festival Podcast"
Beloved magician, Master Payne, joins Matt and Louie in the Moisture Festival Podcast studio. Payne talks about performing at renaissance festivals, balancing his magic career with a regular job and how he came to be called “one of the best children’s entertainers” by the esteemed Magic Castle. They also discuss his time performing with the … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Master Payne"
Moisture Festival Board Member, Dan Shih, joins Matt and Louie in studio. They talk about what it’s like to serve on the board of directors for the Moisture Festival, what meetings look like and why volunteering is so important in your community. Louie reflects on the time Dan’s daughter scolded him for not recycling and … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Dan Shih"
Moisture Festival founder, Tim Furst, joins the Moisture Festival Podcast. Tim talks about how being a conscientious objector to the war in Vietnam led him to learn to juggle and, subsequently, perform in the famous juggling troupe the Flying Karamazov Brothers. We hear some great stories about Tim’s tours with the Flying Karamazov Brothers across … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Tim Furst"
Just like magic, it’s time for another Moisture Festival Podcast! This week we have magician Joey Pipia joining Matt and Louie in the Moisture Festival Podcast studio. He teaches Matt how to say his name correctly and talks about how he learned magic from the famed magician Slydini. He also talks about how he used … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Joey Pipia"
This week on the Moisture Festival Podcast we have award winning juggler and Cirque du Soleil performer Patrick McGuire! In this episode we chat about how he got into performing with Cirque du Soleil, learning from the legendary Michael Moschen, and juggling being a father and a professional juggler! As promised in the podcast, here’s … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Patrick McGuire"
This week the Moisture Festival Podcast is back on the road visiting with legendary juggler Charlie Brown! We talk about the Oregon Country Fair, and how he got into juggling! You’ll also hear about inciting riots in foreign countries!
This week Jennifer Wensrich drops by the Odd and Offbeat studios to chat with Matt and Louie. We chat about how she became the Director of Smooth Operations at the Moisture Festival and what it takes to put on the festival every year! We also get into her background in dance and learn a little … Continue reading "Jennifer Wensrich – The Moisture Festival Podcast"
Physical movement virtuoso Christian Swenson joins Matt and Louie in the Moisture Festival Podcast Studio. They talk about his early life studying dance, his interest in movement and how that led him to create his unique style of performance called “Human Jazz.” They cover the variety of performance masters Christian has studied under and how … Continue reading "Christian Swenson – The Moisture Festival Podcast"
We’re staying in Portland for this episode where we invite MC Shoehorn into the travelling studio. Shoehorn opens up about his past in New Orleans and learning to tap dance from the kids on the street! He also tells us how he developed his unique act of tap dancing and playing the saxophone.
This episode of The Moisture Festival Podcast we travel down to Portland to chat with David Lichtenstein, AKA Leapin’ Louie Lichtenstein. We chat with about the origins of his character and street performing around the world! We’ll also learn about Portland’s Umbrella Festival and David’s trip to South America to find spiders!
Moisture Festival founder Ron Bailey is on this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast. Ron talks about growing up in a Scottish family on a military base in Germany. We learn about where his love for music came from, how he followed his future wife to Europe and how that laid the roots to the … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Ron Bailey"
In this episode the Moisture Festival Podcast hits the road to Portland Oregon and interview funnyman Rhys Thomas. Recorded at Sisyphus farm Rhys tells us about growing up a few miles from the Oregon Country Fair and how seeing variety artist at a young age inspired him to follow suit. We get to hear about … Continue reading "Rhys Thomas – The Moisture Festival Podcast"
In this episode of the Moisture Festival Podcast we welcome one of the festival’s favorites Bill Robison into the studio. We discuss Bill’s career performing for 10,000 seat arena’s opening up for people like Willie Nelson and Bill Cosby. We also hear about his time performing in a comedy duo called the Shneedles, and how … Continue reading "Bill Robison – The Moisture Festival Podcast"
If you have seen a photo from the moisture festival, you have seen John Cornicello’s work. He is one of two official photographers of the Moisture Festival and the guys were excited to have him in Studio. They chat about his early career in advertising, what brought him to the Northwest and his time playing … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – John Cornicello"
Caela Bailey, a.k.a The Gutter Queen, sits down with Matt and Louie in studio. Caela explains what it means to be a “Gutter Queen” and also what it is like growing up the daughter of vaudevillians. She also talks about what it is like to grow up performing at the Oregon Country Fair and how … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Caela Bailey"
Matt ‘Bob’ Stull from the famous acapella group, The Bobs, is in studio. Matt talks about how singing telegrams led him to be part of one of the most successful acapella groups in the world and how they got roped into performing at the very first Moisture Festival. They discuss the role the Bobs played … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast – Matt “Bob” Stull"
A few months ago festival artists Louie Foxx and Matt Baker started recording a podcast for the Moisture Festival featuring interviews with some of the festival’s performers, producers and people behind the scenes that help make the festival awesome! Originally this was intended to help kick off the Moisture Festival, however due to the COVID closure of events, the … Continue reading "The Moisture Festival Podcast: Rene Bibaud"