In this week's solo episode of the Clown Spirit podcast, Barnaby explores the profound impact and inherent challenges of clowning, as well as how clowns can facilitate collective transformation. Through insights from personal clown training experiences, he examines the paradox of clowns' openness and vulnerability, which can lead to both powerful connections and the risk of losing individuality. This episode delves into the essential qualities that clowns bring to moments of societal change, the importance of maintaining one's distinctiveness, and the parallels between clowning and spiritual practice.
>>CLOWN SPIRIT
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The Cycle of Kindness: Nathaniel Allenby
In this heartfelt episode of the Clown Spirit Podcast, host Barnaby King interviews Nathaniel Allenby, an inspirational circus entrepreneur, public speaker, and advocate of kindness. Nathaniel shares his remarkable journey of traveling over 28,000 miles on a bicycle while busking and surviving on the kindness of strangers. His experiences led him to the art of clowning and eventually founding Cirque Quirk in San Diego. Nathaniel discusses his new book, 'The Cycle of Kindness,' and his desire to share the warmth, generosity of spirit and faith in humanity that he discovered on his journey. He also talks about his future plans in psychology and emotional intelligence to make a profound positive impact on the world. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about resilience, generosity, and the power of clowning.
>>The Cycle of Kindness
>>Clown Spirit
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Roots and Resilience: The Stories of Rootsman Rak
This episode finds Barnaby in conversation with Rakesh, also known as 'Rootsman Rak', a multifaceted creator, permaculture expert, yoga teacher and DJ. The discussion revolves around Rakesh's life journey from a poor immigrant family in East London to his diverse career paths. Rakesh delves into topics such as resilience, storytelling, systemic injustice, the importance of expressing emotions, and maintaining a sense of wonder and awe. Through his experiences, he demonstrates a natural connection with clowning concepts, particularly in the context of honesty and presence. The conversation emphasizes the value of interconnecting clowning with broader social practices to foster joy, lightness, and connection.
>Upcycled Henry Hoover Project
>More from Rakesh
>Clown Spirit Resources
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Is Trump Really a Clown?
In this episode of the Clown Spirit podcast, Barnaby delves into the misuse of the term 'clown' as an insult, focusing on Tim Cunningham's Washington Post article that argues against calling political figures like Donald Trump clowns. Barnaby reflects on the word's dual significance both as a professional title and as an archetypal character. He explores the deeper truths that clowns reveal through their foolishness and the cultural potency of using the term in political critique. The episode challenges listeners to navigate the tension between protecting the sacred art of clowning and embracing its messy, contradictory meanings, ultimately questioning whether the term should be policed or allowed its complex, paradoxical existence.
>>Read Tim Cunningham article
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Making Marketing Beautiful (and ethical) with Tad Hargrave
In this podcast episode, Tad Hargrave, a seasoned marketer specializing in ethical marketing for holistic practitioners, discusses his approach to marketing without manipulation. He delves into the common aversion to self-promotion, the unethical aspects of conventional marketing, and the importance of honesty and ethics in promoting one's work. Tad also shares his 'seven fundamentals' of ethical marketing and provides valuable advice specific to artists and performers, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's instincts and leveraging connections rather than relying solely on self-promotion. The conversation also touches on the relevance of clowning and the unique challenges faced by clowns in marketing their art.
>>MORE FROM CLOWN SPIRIT >>MARKETING FOR HIPPIES WEBSITE
Explorations into all the colors, dimensions and constellations of clown practice. Some episodes find Barnaby in conversation with influential thought leaders and clown artists, while in others it's just little old him reflecting on the power of the ridiculous.
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