Explore every episode of the podcast SlapSchtick Conversations on Clowning

Learn what it's like to be on the road as a clown in the circus... and what it's like to be a married couple while traveling from town to town. International clown couple EZ and Kozy share stories of life on the road.

Patti talks (with the help of a translator) with the newest WCA Master Clown Eduardo-Cocoy the Clown. He may be young but he is an accomplished clown from Mexico. He's more than a just a clown, though! He's an author and part owner of a circus business. This may be our first bilingual podcast!

Patti talks with the wonderfully talented Nick the Balloonatic at the WCA. Just a conversation with Nick is entertaining...just image what his shows are like!

www.nicktheballoonatic.com

Gunky & Jazzi give listeners a chance to meet Glenda Howell. Amazing doesn't even describe Glenda's work. She is a fantastic balloon artist from Florida. Spoiler alert: she isn't afraid of taking on a challenge! Glenda shares how she got into balloon art and bubble shows.

https://www.instagram.com/glendasballoonss/

Gunky and Jazzi talk with the amazingly talented energetic clown and entertainer David Torres-Fuentes. David, who also goes by Pips the clown, owns his own full service entertainment company in Nashville, Tennessee. Get to know this young vibrant man...and the many services his company provides from magic to foam party and educational shows. He can even build puppets!

https://www.abrakadabraevents.com/

Jazzi brings Gunky up to date on her time at the World Clown Association convention in Dallas. She previews next year's convention as well as the Midwest Clown Association Round Up in October in Northern Indiana.

Patti finishes her week at the WCA clown convention in Dallas. Patti talks with Glenda Howell, an accomplished balloon artist about the large balloon decor they created together. Glenda also shares her joy at trying her hand at competing as a clown for the first time in skit competition.

Patti takes listeners to the 2025 WCA convention in Dallas. In this episode she speaks with the legendary Kornpop the clown from Texas. This easy going clown has been a clown more than 50 years. He just loves to see people smile. Kornpop has traveled the world as a clown, balloon artist and entertainer. This clown has a heart is as big as Texas.

Patti takes listeners to the 2025 WCA convention in Dallas. In this episode she speaks with multi talented Master Clown Edmund Khong from Singapore. He shares his quest to become a clown and add new skills to his routine everyday.

Patti wraps up her adventures at the WCA convention in Florida and shares why clowns should consider going to a convention.

Jazzi talks with Randy Christensen. Randy is a well rounded performer, children's pastor, instructor and clown. Everyone can learn something from his 40 years of experience and his heart for clowning.

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Patti talks with an amazing clown from Japan. "K" is a clown & visionary who has trained over 300 clowns in Japan.

www.pleasure-p.co.jp/english-site/clownK.html

Patti introduces our audience to David Blau. David is not only a firefighter but also a clown, children's television personality and has a black belt and teaches martial arts.

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Patti talks with Denzil Jackson a multi talented balloon artist from Orlando Balloon Art.

Patti arrives at the 2024 WCA in Orlando and talks with Glenda Howell & Rebecca Myers. Glenda is a very talented balloon decor artist, Rebecca is a wonderful face painter and is assisting Glenda with balloon decor at the convention.

Patti gets Brian to reveal what he's been up to and why the delay between podcast episodes. He reveals he has been learning new skills as a puppeteer and introduces us to Sally B. his friend and co-puppeteer. Together they enlighten Patti on what it's like to learn to control marionettes and bring them to life on their journey as new puppeteers.

Patti provides updates on her 2023 awards and reveals that she has been awarded the title of WCA Master Clown. She is the the 5th person and the ONLY WOMAN to win this award!

Jazzi and Lorelei recap the events of Thursday and Friday prior to the awards banquet

Paradeability Competition Day! Jazzi talks with the incredible Ron Severini the former Director of Ringling Brothers Clown College. He shares stories, insights, history and most importantly his passion for clowning! Definitely a “must listen episode” for anyone. https://www.theseverinicompany.com/

Single Skit/Variety Acts and Group Skit Competition day! Jazzi talks with Master Clown Luis Casiano & Current WCA president Robin "Pinkie Bee" Bryan

Make Up, Face Painting and Balloon Competition Day! Jazzi interviews Irene Spudic and Gloria Sterrett as they practice for skit competition.

1st official day of convention! Jazzi talks with long time clown photographer Merilyn Barrett.

Jazzi day 2 in Florida. Before the convention starts, Jazzi talks balloon decor and more! Guests are Glenda, Diane & Grandma V.

Jazzi and Lorelei arrive in Orlando a few days early and prepare for a busy fun filled week.

Janet "Jelly Bean" Tucker has been clowning for almost 50 years. Her clowning experiences have taken her all over the world. Not only is Janet a wonderful loving clown, but she is a wonderful clown teacher and mentor. In addition to being a past president of World Clown Association, she has held many offices in local and global entertainment organizations. Janet Tucker's wisdom and "Jelly Bean" the clown's joy have influenced circus performers as well as clowns locally and internationally.  In this episode, Janet shares her passion, vision and love of clowning.  calumetclowns.com

Gunky and Jazzi take you to the Red Skelton Museum of Comedy Festival and parade celebrating One of America's Favorite Clowns- Richard Bernard "RED SKELTON." Your podcast hosts take you on a virtual live radio broadcast as they talk with Lothian Skelton-Red's wife,  Anne Pratte-Museum and Festival Director,  Brian Hoffman-Red Skelton Tribute Performer, and Jeff Wilsey- clown participant and Wood Burning artist.

Richard Bernard “Red” Skelton, the comedy genius known for his rubber face was born on July 18, 1913 in Vincennes, Indiana. 

Red made it his life’s goal to perform and bring laughter to people.  In 1937 Red made his debut on radio. “The Red Skelton Show” became a radio staple in the 1940s. In 1951, Red took his show from the radio airways to television. The TV show lasted from 1951 to 1971 and earned Red three Emmy Awards. Despite his fame and success, he never forgot about his humble beginnings in Vincennes and often spoke fondly of his hometown during subsequent visits. 

One of his most famous Characters was the iconic Freddie the Freeloader. Red wanted to be known as One of America's Clowns. 

The Museum, Festival and parade honor the Red Skelton's Legacy of Laughter.

redskeltonmuseum.org

redskeltoncomedyshow.com

facebook.com/burnwilsey

Jazzi recaps the 2022 WCA convention. She talks competition, classes, the New Bozo and his crew and shares moments from her time at the convention.

Jazzi let’s you try on her clown shoes and walk around with her at the World Clown Association Clown convention. In this short episode she talks to Lorelei about the day’s competitions.

Jazzi let’s you try on her clown shoes and walk around with her at the World Clown Association Clown convention. In this episode she takes us into the dealers room to meet Paula Biggio and she catches up with Mr. Puppet.

Promo trailer for upcoming on-the-scene podcasts from the World Clown Association Convention.

Jazzi and Gunky continue their conversation with Bob Abdou also known as Mr. Puppet.  
In this episode Mr. Puppet talks about performing a puppet show for the Beatles festival, why he chooses to integrate comedy into his puppet performances and why he likes to hang out with clowns. 

Bob has been performing since 1996 and has over seven thousand shows under his belt. He shares wisdom he has gained from experiences on the road in venues large and small.

www.mrpuppet.com

facebook.com/mrpuppethiltonhead

Jazzi and Gunky talk with Bob Abdou also known as Mr. Puppet.  
Did you ever wonder how to become a puppeteer or what it takes to be a successful ventriloquist & puppeteer. Pull up a chair and listen as Bob Abdou talks about his puppets, his life, his mentors, and his audiences. Bob has been performing since 1996 and has over seven thousand shows under his belt. He shares wisdom he has gained from experiences on the road in venues large and small.  

www.mrpuppet.com

facebook.com/mrpuppethiltonhead

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Jazzi and Gunky conclude their conversation with Brian Ivory and Alyshia Turner from the MOTT Campus Clowns in Flint Michigan.

Brian Ivory (aka Dr. Bubby) and Alyshia (aka Tinkers the clown) clowns every year through the Honors College at Mott Community College.  This unique college program takes students on an amazing adventure training them to be a college clown troupe. The final episode in this series covers the future of Mott Campus Clowns, how they schedule their shows around college calendars and how Brian was able to convince the college administration to see his vision for the clown program.

www.facebook.com/mottcampusclowns

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Jazzi and Gunky continue their conversation with Brian Ivory and Alyshia Turner from the MOTT Campus Clowns in Flint Michigan.

Brian Ivory (aka Dr. Bubby) and Alyshia (aka Tinkers the clown) train clowns every year through the Honors College at Mott Community College.

In this episode we learn about writing and creating material for their anti bullying clown show,  their costuming process and how they deal with the potential fear of clowns

www.facebook.com/mottcampusclowns

Jazzi and Gunky meet Brian Ivory and Alyshia Turner from the MOTT Campus Clowns in Flint Michigan.

Brian Ivory (aka Dr. Bubby) and Alyshia (aka Tinkers the clown) train a new group of clowns every year through the Honors College at Mott Community College.  This unique college program takes students on an amazing adventure training them to be a college clown troupe. These fresh face clowns will perform in an anti bullying clown show, parades and Special Olympic events.  

www.facebook.com/mottcampusclowns

Gunky asks Jazzi to share how a pandemic shutdown has affected professional entertainers and clowns.  She shares some of her insights into how she is continuing to do what she loves....brings smiles to people. 

knowitallsshow.com

jazzientertainment.com

Jazzi and Gunky introduce you married clowns -SlugbugZ and Mickey!  

They are a pair of award winning clowns who have a wonderful talent creating eye catching wardrobes for their clown characters.  The pair share their insights and a few of their quick costume techniques during the conversation. 

facebook.com/SlugbugZandmickey

calumetclowns.com

www.michianaclowns.com

krazyclownklub.com

Jazzi and Gunky bring you Part 2 of their interview with current World Clown Association President Andrew Davis.  Andy  talks about his term as president of the WCA and the 1st ever World Clown Association convention held online. He also talks about the Clown Gathering UK and the results from discussions regarding world views of clowning during a CGUK clown symposium  posted on clownfoundation.org.

worldclown.com

clowngathering.co.uk

clownfoundation.org

Getting to know Andy the Clown. Andrew Davis is the Current President of the World Clown Association. 

In part of 1 a 2 part interview, Andy talks about the incredible way his clowning career started, developing his characters and his fun approach to marketing himself.

In part 2 Andy will discuss the World Clown Association and Clown Gathering UK

www.andytheclown.co.uk

worldclown.com

Jazzi and Gunky highlight a clown with a healing heart.  

Lori Jacobs, also known as Lorelei the clown, is a Clown by day and a Nurse at night.  Lorelei has been clowning for over 35 years.

She talks about her growth as a clown and how she incorporates some of her clown skills into her career as a pediatric nurse.

#realclown

#realnurse

#clownthatcares

Jazzi takes us to the Florida Super Jam Balloon Event. 

https://www.thefloridasuperjam.com

Meet Ron "Flower" Fowler -clown, balloon twister and designer of amazing balloon bags.

Ron has developed a wonderful career traveling all over the world entertaining in Nepal, India, Dubai, Egypt and the USA.

Jazzi and Flower talk being an entertainer,  traveling, being an entrepreneur and his philanthropic efforts.

https://www.bagalloon.com/nepal.html

Part 2 of our conversation with Harvey.  

Jazzi, Harvey and Gunky discuss their skit (or gag) writing process.  

Harvey explains visualizing a skit during the writing process.  The three explain what they are thinking as they write one of their funny award winning skits?  

All three are members of Krazy Clown Klub.

http://www.krazyclownklub.com

If you want to ask Jazzi or Gunky a comment or question regarding the podcast, send them a voice message on the anchor.fm app or visit their Facebook page and post a comment.  They would love to hear from you, if it is positive and about clowning.

https://www.facebook.com/SlapschtickClownPodcast

Jazzi and Gunky introduce you to Harvey, an award winning, funny and talented clown who loves to appear in parades and festivals. Harvey got his start as part of the Gamma Phi College  Circus at Illinois State university. He's spent several years performing with the Triton Troupers Circus. He describes his style of clowning along a parade route as "free style"-- he uses no props and seldom speaks.  Harvey let's his personality do the talking wherever he appears.  

https://gammaphicircus.illinoisstate.edu/

http://tritontrouperscircus.com/

Introductory podcast by clowns for clowns.   Jazzi and Gunky discuss their journey into clowning arts and what makes a good clown.  Join them as they discuss and promote the positive art of clowning.  Jazzi is a full time entertainer.  Her livelihood depends on her ability to create a fun and positive experience for her audience.   Gunky is a Humble Hobo.  He loves to entertain in festivals, parades and performing skits. Both Jazzi and Gunky are award winning clowns in the World Clown Association and are members of the Midwest Clown Association Hall of Fame. Jazzi has also been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Midwest Clown Association.  Clowning, positive clowning is their passion!