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Vent Haven Open Mic fan-favorite Hannah Leskosky joins Matt for a wonderful conversation on creativity in ventriloquism. Leskosky brings a fresh perspective as one of the most original budding ventriloquists today. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 49-Hannah Leskosky appeared first on Talk For Two.

Superstar British funny-man Paul Zerdin joins Matt for a discussion on everything from his beginnings in Ventriloquism to what we can all do to freshen up our acts. Anyone interested in getting the world to take a positive view of ventriloquists cannot miss this conversation! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 48-Paul Zerdin appeared first on Talk For Two.

18 Year-Old ventriloquist Christopher Ortiz joins Matt for a discussion ranging from the Vent Haven Convention to being a college-bound ventriloquist! Originally Aired Summer 2014 [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 47-Christopher Ortiz appeared first on Talk For Two.

Matt talks with Cartoonist, comedian, and ventriloquist John Wayne Peel on an insightful edition of VW! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 46-John Wayne Peel appeared first on Talk For Two.

Matt is without a guest today as he looks back at the 2014 Vent Haven ConVENTion and explains technical difficulties regarding Ventriloquism Weekly. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″]   The post Episode 45-2014 Vent Haven ConVENTion Wrap Up appeared first on Talk For Two.

The Title says it all! Matt Bailey brings his unique curiosity and distinct interviewing style to the Vent Haven ConVENTion stage! Take a listen to this interview with two masters of Ventriloquism! We promise you will feel like you were there!!! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 44-Live at the Vent Haven ConVENTion 2014 appeared first on Talk For Two.

The friendships formed at Vent Haven are just as important as the lectures attended. Hospitality Committee member Chris Donahoe joins Matt once again this year to talk about all the great things you can expect while socializing at the ConVENTion! Originally aired prior to Vent Haven 2014. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″]   The post Episode 43-Chris Donahoe appeared first on Talk For Two.

Living legend Sammy King joins Matt to share the history behind his over half a century in show business. King shares insights learned over tens of thousands of performances all over the world. He even divulges the benefits to working a set act and what we all can learn from his famous 12 minutes with […] The post Episode 42-Sammy King appeared first on Talk For Two.

This week, Matt speaks with 3 generations of a ventriloquist family! Evelyn Adam is the matriarch of these Pennsylvania ventriloquists that include Evelyn’s daughter Marian, and Marian’s daughter Jenny. While Evelyn is retired, Marian and Jenny both perform part-time as hobbyists. Listen to find out what our art form means to this incredible family of […] The post Episode 41-The Gehman Family appeared first on Talk For Two.

Cleveland, OH street ventriloquist Nate Puppets joins Matt for an eye-opening conversation about the life of a double-talking busker. Plus, Nate talks about his once-in-a-lifetime opportunity performing Baby Bear at the 2012 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 40-Nate Puppets appeared first on Talk For Two.

Incredibly talented corporate ventriloquist Ken Groves joins Matt for the season premiere of Ventriloquism Weekly. Groves speaks with Matt about everything from his journey in ventriloquism to what makes great comedy writing. This interview with one of the best is not to be missed. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 39-Ken Groves appeared first on Talk For Two.

Russ Lewis, a living legend of ventriloquism, joins Matt on the Season 2 finale of Ventriloquism Weekly. Mr. Lewis speaks candidly about his rags to riches upbringing. He also touches on his days performing on television shows from Mike Douglas to Ed Sullivan. Known for his character Brooklyn Birch, Russ talks about the evolution of […] The post Episode 38-Russ Lewis appeared first on Talk For Two.

We mix it up this week as Matt talks to Buster Balloon and Annie Banannie-stage names of the Caldwells-about the art of entertaining with balloons! Hear this couple speak passionately about what drives them to innovate in this unique field. Plus, you’ll understand how balloon twisters and ventriloquists aren’t so different! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″]   The post Episode 37-Annie Banannie & Buster Balloon appeared first on Talk For Two.

Former guest Rob Condas steps in for Matt this week to interview Tom Crowl. Crowl has been working on special projects with the Vent Haven museum: Archiving video conversations with other ventriloquists. Hear about that massive effort and more today on a special edition of Ventriloquism Weekly! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 36-Rob Condas Hosts Tom Crowl appeared first on Talk For Two.

Mark Wade talks with Matt about what everyone can expect from the 2014 Vent Haven ConVENTion in Hebron, Kentucky. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 35-Mark Wade appeared first on Talk For Two.

Magician Marty Hahne sits down with Matt to talk about what he learned about the power of one social media post to affect change. Hahne recently made headlines by becoming the poster child (or poster child’s entertainer) for the Government’s excessive regulation on animals used in performances. Listen and hear events that changed his life […] The post Episode 34-Marty Hahne appeared first on Talk For Two.

Andrew Ready from Adelaide, Australia joins Matt for an eye-opening conversation about being a children’s ventriloquist Down Under. The two talk about everything from the rarity of our art form in Australia to the crossover success of the country’s most popular export, The Wiggles. This is a can’t-miss conversation about the international reaches of our […] The post Episode 33-Andrew Ready appeared first on Talk For Two.

Lori Bruner and Trish Dunn join Matt in person! From Kentucky and North Carolina respectively, you’ll hear how two wonderful journeys in ventriloquism linked these lovely ladies together to become “BFFs in Ventriloquism”! [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 32-Lori Bruner and Trish Dunn appeared first on Talk For Two.

Funeral Director Chuck Lyons joins Matt for a talk about what his profession taught him about why bringing joy to children and families is so important. Chuck’s insight are a must for gaining a perspective on what entertainment truly means. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 31-Chuck Lyons appeared first on Talk For Two.

Our first female guest, April Brucker, invited Matt into her home for a lively discussion on all thing vent. o April’s journey in this art form has included controversial appearances on “My Strange Addiction” and “Rachel Ray”, getting to know the REAL April Brucker is a treat. [ayssocial_buttons id=”1″] The post Episode 30-April Brucker appeared first on Talk For Two.