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Ever since he was six years old, David Pendleton has had a passion for ventriloquism and performing. Today, he’s a seasoned professional, an in-demand comedian, and expert ventriloquist whose unique brand of humor has won audiences over throughout the world.

David’s flawless technique as a ventriloquist sets him apart from just about any other ventriloquist you have ever seen. He will not only amaze you with his ability to make you believe that anything can talk, but his comedy act will also keep you laughing from start to finish.

Check out David Pendleton's Website:
http://www.anythingcantalk.com/

In this episode of Landon LIVE!, I sat down with Mark Merchant, who is one of today's top working cruise line ventriloquists, to hear how he got started and where he thinks cruise ships are going as result of the Corona Virus.

Visit Mark's Website:
http://www.markmerchant.com/

Follow Him on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/O10vYlDt1K4

Judy Tenuta is an American comedian. She is noted for her brash onstage persona, alternating insult comedy with self-promotion as the "Love Goddess". It was great getting to talk to her in this interview!

Judy's Website:
https://www.judytenuta.com/

Follow Judy on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/judytenuta/

Follow Judy on TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@judytenuta

Britain’s Got Talent Finals to The Royal Albert Hall. From Winning National British Talent Shows to Guesting as a ventriloquist on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. Steve has headlined Summer Seasons & Comedy Clubs as well as Devising & Producing & appearing in countless Variety Shows.

Steve supported The Osmonds in 2016 & 2017 in the Andy Williams Christmas Spectacular, Branson USA, Canada & across the UK. As well as supporting Kenny G at The Royal Albert Hall & The Stylistics on their 50th Anniversary World Tour.

He has worked with many Comedy Stars including Sir Ken Dodd, Roy Hudd OBE, Ricky Tomlinson, Tom O Connor, Jethro, Bobby Davro, Rob Beckett, Hal Cruttenden, Stephen K Amos and many more. Christmas 2019 saw Steve hosting The Biggest Christmas Show in Europe at the Thursford Spectacular to fantastic reviews. Steve is constantly refreshing and updating his material to keep up with the changing World of Comedy & Variety.

IN 2020 Steve continued to create pieces such as New Scripts and fine tuning The New Show “Arthur Lager Gets Real”, writing and performing 2 recordings with his wife Nina and friend Kevin Dean on the songs Two Metre Peter and One Metre Rita to keep up with the Social Distancing theme.

Steve also started editing his book Ventriloquest which explores the “people behind the dummy”. It didn’t stop there when Steve begun calling up friends and colleagues to start a new podcast now available called “Eyes and Teeth”. The premise is talking Comedy, variety and Showbusiness, a behind the scenes and in the dressing room banter.

Steve Hewlett on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/thestevehewlettshow

Alex Hooper is a stand-up comedian, actor and professional roaster. He delights crowds by blending dark humor with silly positivity. His joke writing is clever and fearless. Onstage he bursts with energy. Alex shines just like his sparkly wardrobe. He’s headlined clubs all over the world. And whether it’s an audience of 11 or 11,000 - Alex leaves comedy goers begging for more.

Alex is best known for his appearances on America’s Got Talent.  He’s one of a select few contestants to have been asked to return after being eliminated in season 13. His first AGT performance has over 75 million total online views.

As part of his never ending quest to spread love and joy, Alex releases a weekly podcast —  Achilles’ Heel. This podcast pushes guests outside of their comfort zone. Alex tackles tough topics like social anxiety and sex addiction with humor and grace.

In 2018 Alex released his debut comedy album Hugs. Drugs. Pugs. It hit #1 on Amazon and #3 on iTunes Best Selling Comedy Records.

To say Alex is a serious pug lover is an understatement. For 2018 he created The Pug Yoga Calendar to raise funds for pug rescue: Pug Nation of LA. Ellen Degeneres spotlighted the sold-out 2018 Pug Yoga Calendar on The Ellen Show.

Alex is the creator of CRAVE — an immersive comedy and dance music experience.

Funny Or Die named him one of the 15 Funniest Comics to Follow.

Alex’s TV credits include:

America’s Got Talent - Seasons 13 & 15

Comedy Central’s Roast Battle

Comedy Central’s Corporate

Fox’s New Girl

TVLand

Nickelodeon

and the truly prodigious, Bad Girls Club.

FOLLOW ALEX HOOPER!
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Hooperhairpuff/

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/hooperhairpuff

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hooperhairp...

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/CraveCom...

Dan Horn has been a professional entertainer for over 40 years.  He is best known in the business as a Stand-Up Ventriloquist.  With his "Cast of Several,” he has headlined major venues in Las Vegas and Reno (The Tropicana, Bally’s, The MGM Grand, Harrah’s Reno) as well as at over 500 comedy clubs & colleges throughout America.  During the course of his career, Dan has made multiple appearances on national television including Showtime's Comedy Club Network, A&E's An Evening at the Improv, Fox's Comic Strip Live, VH-1's Stand-Up Spotlight with Rosie O'Donnell, NBC's Vicki! with Vicki Lawrence, Penn & Teller's Sin City Spectacular on FX and CBS's Late Show with David Letterman.

In this episode of Landon LIVE!, I had the chance to talk with one of my idols in the art of ventriloquism, and hear what inspired him to pursue it as a career. In the Vent Community, Dan is known for being the master manipulator with the arm rods he uses on his characters. He also is a judge in the Junior and Senior Mic Competitions at the annual Vent Haven ConVENTion. I had a great time talking with him!

For more info about Dan Horn:
http://www.standupvent.com/

In this interview, I got to chat with Steve Petra on his creative process, where he explained how you can add props and create puppet characters that allow you to make the most of your personality onstage as a performer.

Steve Petra's Website:
https://www.petrapuppets.com/​

Buy Steve's DVDs:
https://www.petrapuppets.com/store

One of the top children's and family performers today, as well as The Executive Director of The International Vent Haven Ventriloquist Convention, Mark Wade is known for his many roles and responsibilities within the vent community. I enjoyed catching up with him, and getting to hear his story.

Mark Wade's FB Fanpage:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/catego...​

Buy His Book:
https://tomladshawmagic.com/kid-show-...

Actor, writer, comedian, ventriloquist-he does it all! A great interview with the multi-talented Dan Sachoff. Loved the stories and advice he shared as a working actor and performer in the industry.

Dan Sachoff's Website:
http://dansachoff.com/​

Follow Dan on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ventrickolist/​

The Todd Conner Trust Fall:
https://youtu.be/jtJ2RyjRaWI​

Scotty Matthews and Sampson:
https://youtu.be/g3YMhuXOyYE?t=4

These are just some of the words used to describe Terri Hardin by fans and enthusiasts who have attended her talks, seminars and classes. Her career spans a multitude of artistic endeavors and over 42 popular films and television shows.  Terri Hardin is energetic and captivating, never failing to inspire audiences who attend her public events.

Open to teaching all levels of creative talent, her unique blend of wit and passion continue to foster excitement among fellow artists and beginners alike.

With the prestigious title of Imagineer for the Walt Disney Company, Terri Hardin brings authenticity and skill to her commissioned work which has included dimensional prototypes and realizations of classic characters treasured by collectors world-wide. Her design and installations are a feature of Disney Parks in Florida, Paris and Tokyo.

This is only a fraction of Terri’s ongoing commitment to character and experience creation. Whatever the project or event, her sense of fun, friendly attitude and accurate understanding of emotional resonance will make it a success.
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Enjoy Terri's work?
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