Ventriloquist and figuremaker Jerry Layne joins us with stories from his six-decade career in show business. He truly is one of the most fascinating guests we have ever had! You’ll hear how he went from working for Match Game to working full-time as ventriloquist. Plus, Layne responds to a controversial comments made on this show […]

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Hot off his run as an America’s Got Talent finalist, mentalist Oz Pearlman sits down with Matt in a passionate discussion. They discuss what makes a successful corporate performer. Pearlman shares how he had the drive to hustle his show once he arrived in New York. In fact, he worked on Wall Street upon first […]

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The hundredth episode is finally here, with a guest that truly fits such a milestone. Mr. Jimmy Nelson came to fame in the mid-20th century with his characters Danny O’Day and Farfel thanks to a stint as Nestle’s Quick spokesman that lasted for a decade. Now in retirement, Mr. Nelson looks back at his incredible […]

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Mystery Science Theater 3000 creator Joel Hodgson sits down with Matt for a completely unique discussion. Hodgson delves into great detail about his passion for ventriloquism. You’ll hear how vent and his fascination with figures sparked his now legendary imagination. Plus, you’ll also hear the story of the vent mask. And of course, a conversation […]

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Comedy superstar Bill Engvall sits down with Matt in a conversation that absolutely cannon be missed. Engvall discusses his path to superstardom and discovering his respect for the art of stand-up comedy. Plus, you’ll hear some truly enlightening conversation on what happens to comedians when they get classified into a genre. This is a conversation […]

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Branson, Missouri comedy magician and illusionist Taylor Reed sits joins Matt to talk about his brand new show at the Jim Stafford Theatre. From falling in love with magic to becoming the most popular conjurer in the Ozarks, you’ll hear his truly fascinating story. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″]

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Michele LaFong, host of Las Vegas Backstage Talk, joins Matt to discuss her mentor, Señor Wences. LaFong doesn’t hold back, talking about everything from why Wences didn’t trust other ventriloquists, to a continuing controversy with his estate. Plus, Michele gives Matt her feelings about originality in ventriloquism today. Listen in for a truly unfiltered discussion […]

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Dennis Daniels and Harold Crocker share their inspiring stories in this this episode recorded at the 2015 Vent Haven Convention. As an educator, Dennis uses vent in an incredibly noble way. Harold Crocker never went full time, but is loved by ventriloquists everywhere for his storied career, which includes performing for JFK. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″]

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Anne Roberts joins Matt at the Vent Haven Convention to talk about the history of the only museum dedicated to ventriloquism. She shares insight from her time as curator, how she found Vent Haven’s current caretaker, and her familial connection to Vent Haven’s roots. Please stay tuned after the interview for a huge announcement about our […]

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