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The Artist Athlete
Providing artistic inspiration through the stories of professionals in the industry and to supply information about best practices for training safely and efficiently.
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Can circus be a vehicle for personal growth? Carrie Heller has spent 30 years in the social circus world, helping clients and creating resources.
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Inka Siefker is an internationally renowned contortionist who holds the Guinness World Record for farthest arrow shot into a target using the feet.
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Ever wonder how a Cirque du Soleil show is made? Shannon talks with Brandon Livanos, an artist on the CdS show, Volta, about creating and going on tour.
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In a world where every trick and transition under the sun is already out on Instagram and YouTube, how do you go about making art that is truly your own?
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Welcome and thanks for listening to The Artist Athlete! Listen to this episode to learn about the host, Shannon Mckenna, as well as hear about the upcoming guests.
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Shannon sits down for the debut episode of The Artist Athlete to talk to acrobatic rigger Brett Copes about safety vs risk and what EVERY aerialist should know about rigging.
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Guess what friends, fans, and enemies? WE DID IT! The podcast is officially self-sufficient thanks to my amazing Patreons! As a reward, Jen Crane of Cirque Physio interviewed me about my circus likes and dislikes, how I grew my social media presence, and what’s coming next for The Artist Athlete. To hear the full interview, become a Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/theartistathlete
This podcast is dedicated to CIRCUS. Aerialist, Shannon McKenna interviews guests from acrobats in Cirque du Soleil to circus therapists and everyone in between. Learn the backstage lives of those who flip, twist, sparkle, and shine under the big top.
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