Who finishes the Boston Marathon on a unicycle and still has energy to make the world laugh? Alex “The Jester” Feldman, the gibberish-speaking, rule-breaking performer who’s redefined what it means to be a “wise fool.” On this episode of So What Do You Really Do?, Deadair Dennis Maler digs into Alex’s extraordinary journey from anthropology student to Commedia dell’arte-inspired trailblazer.
They discuss how a college juggling club ignited Alex’s passion for physical comedy, leading him to train at the Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theater, and how a pivotal performance at Montreal’s Just for Laughs launched his career. Alex shares stories about family tragedy, the unicycle stunt that turned heads (and caused some headaches), and the philosophy of being a modern-day fool with something to say. This episode is a masterclass in following your passion, bending the rules, and embracing the absurd.
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While most comedy engages the language center of our brain, Alex’s visual humor, sight gags, and light-hearted music bypasses the head altogether and goes straight to the heart.
Feldman’s love of music, comedy, cirque, magic and a touch of mischief ultimately gave birth to the impish rascal that audiences worldwide have come to know and love as Alex the Jester.
The persona that Feldman has brought to life through Alex the Jester is one that combines the costuming and skills of Cirque du Soleil with a brand of humor that is seldom found elsewhere.He not only entertains with his hilarious routines — he inspires the audience to express themselves, and is ready to improvise with them at the drop of his floppy hat.They are co-creators.They know that, together, they’ve contributed to a show that will never be quite duplicated. With this shared accomplishment, many leave the performance walking on air and feeling closer to those around them. And some forget where they put their keys!
He performs clean comedy. It’s perfectly fine if young people are present. In fact, theaters often book him as a means of developing the audiences of tomorrow. But make no mistake- this is no kiddie show! The costuming and skills evoke cirque du soleil, with an extra dose of laughter. Most notable, Alex takes the audience on a journey. They enter the world of the wise fool, where crazy sounding gibberish makes perfect sense. They laugh at that rare sliver of humor that is understood around the world. They get involved at his interactive humor, and by the end of the show, everyone feels a little bit closer to one another.
Website: https://alexthejester.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexfeldmancomedy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexthejester
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From houseboats to Hollywood, Dawn Brodey has lived a life as diverse as her comedic style. Join Deadair Dennis and guest Dawn Brodey, comedian and host of the hilarious podcast, "HILF: History I'd Like to F**k", as they explore Dawn's colorful past, her passion for history, and the bright lights of Hollywood. Hit that subscribe button, show some love, and prepare to laugh with with the unfiltered wit of Deadair Dennis and his guest Dawn Brodey!
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A comedian with a history degree. Dawn Brodey began performing in Minneapolis, Minnesota after graduating from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. She studied and performed improv with the prestigious Dudley Riggs Brave New Workshop, was a company member of Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, and wrote three historical plays.
She started doing stand-up in LA and has performed everywhere (Comedy Store, Laugh Factory, Ice House). Dawn is also a freelance writer (Netflix, Paramount, City Pages) and actress (Pretty Little Liars, Days of our Lives, Cruel Hearts). She created and hosts the weekly HILF Podcast (History I’d Like to Fuck) and can been seen as street improvisor at Universal Studios Hollywood. She also has a husband, daughter, and itty-bitty dog named Yogurt.
Website: https://www.dawnbrodey.com/
HILF Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/hilfpodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawn_brodey
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Ever wondered what it takes to be a professional clown? Bri Crabtree shares how she turned her childhood hobby into a career that brings joy to countless kids.

Originally discovered on TikTok (proof that the algorithm can sometimes get it right!), Bri is a self-taught juggler, unicyclist, and clown with a knack for captivating audiences of all ages.

From her early days of juggling in secret to her decision to leave a career in wildlife biology behind, Bri shares her inspiring story of pursuing her passion. Discover how she found her niche in children's entertainment and the unique challenges and rewards of being a woman in the industry. Now stop clowning around and hit "play!"

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Bri Crabtree is based in Oakland, California and has over 20 years experience in children’s entertainment. Bri is professionally trained in juggling, unicycling, magic, mime, dance, and clowning. She performs all over the world, whether it’s by train, airplane, or logging into a virtual show.

Bri’s mission is to build community through laughter, and inspire others to overcome their challenges. Bri is one of the busiest entertainers in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Websites:

https://sillycircusshow.com/

https://www.bricrabtree.com/

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