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County Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCountyfairgrounds Interviews Maricopa County Fair 2023This is a interview with the Arizona Maricopa County Fair in Phoenix - Arizona for 2023..CoolKay talks with Karen Searle who is the Executive Director about the history of the fair and what is old and new this year and not to be missed. The fairgrounds is pretty much in the heart of the city and has a pretty high attendance. They have a LIVE Shark Tank exhibit coming to this years fair as well as Monster Tuck shows and Demo Cross Shows. Butler Amusements is the carnival. Check out the Maricopa County Fair 2023-04-0506 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCoolKay presents Kenny Ahern-ComedianCountyfairgrounds and Karen ( ah..... CoolKay) interviewed the physical comedian Kenny Ahern yesterday..... learn about how he got started and why and some of his expierences. Kenny is a physical comedian still going strong at age 60 AND lots of lots of events every year.2023-03-0720 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCorrie Swallow Comedic-Hypnotist interview by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Corrie Swallow a comedic hypnotist about how he got started and why he does this and where he learned to do it2022-03-1719 minCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsCountyfairgrounds presents Sam Stran ArtCountyfairgrounds interviews their first Artist Sam Strand from Delaware. She does huge murals and makes a living out of it . She decided she wanted to make a living doing art amd os succeeding. Sam does large Murals for businesses2022-03-0516 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds interviews Ace Miles THE Jack SpareribsCountyfairgrounds interviews Jack Spareribs , Pirate (um.. also known as Ace Miles) about his career and being a pirate and his Monkey Maynard! (who is probably more famous then him!) About how he got started and where he has performed and where he still performs2022-02-2426 minCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsButcher Boys by Countyfairgrounds USACountyfairgrounds and CoolKay interview the long time concessionaire Dennis Fraleigh of the Butcher Boys out of Florida about how long he has been a concessionaire and his business2022-02-2115 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Jeff Martin Comedic MagicianComedic Magician Hypnotist interview of Jeff Martin by Countyfairgrounds. We talk about some of his best experiences and worst and how he got to be a hypnotist . He also has advice for new fair performers2022-02-0718 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMarcus Wilson interview by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Marcus Wilson - a funny man who does tricks - comedian and juggler. Marcus does a stage comedy show and makes people laugh2022-01-2817 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event Entertainmentthe Bubble Tower presented by CountyfaigroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Bill Coleman about the amazing Bubble Tower. We talk about how he got started and where the idea came from and shows he has done and experiences he has had.2022-01-2218 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMichael Griffin, Escape Artist presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Michael Griffin, Escape Artist about how he got started doing this and why he does and close calls he has had doing this as a career.2021-12-2615 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Jeremy Telford - Balloon Guy EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds interviews Jeremy Telford of Balloon guy entertainment, Jeremy makes Balloon Sculptures at Fairs and events for a living. He has been in a few countries too and made the worlds record for a balloon dog!2021-11-2513 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentAlan Sands Comedic Magician presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Alan Sands a comedic Magician about how he got started and what he does. He has been an entertainer for a long time and had a very interesting childhood - Alan has performed overseas too. We talk about his show and what he needs to be booked - maybe a dog?2021-11-1717 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCorsetsandCutiesCountyfairgrounds interviews Corsets and Cuties and Lady Jaimz Dillman about what they do and why they do it. They have an upcoming Christmas event coming up on the 28th of the month.2021-11-1308 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAKansas State Fair 2021 preented by Countyfairgroundspre-fair interview. Kansas State Fair 2021 - with the new general manager Bryan Schutz. We talk parking, COVID policies, about vendors a fair food and what is new and old and exciting and not to be missed. Then we talk about what comes after the fair at this fairgrounds.2021-08-2912 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCharlie the Clown interview by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds interviews Charlie the Clown - who has a fascinating history - he is a clown, juggler, face-painter and a stiltwalker. Charlie has done amazing things and now he does birthday parties and stiltwalking mainly2021-08-1822 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAWyoming State Fair 2021, pre-fair interview by Countyfairgroundspre-fair interview with Coutny Conkle, Fair Manager Wyoming State Fair 2021 by Countyfairgrounds. We discuss what is new and exciting this year at the fair2021-08-1610 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents StuntmastersCountyfairgrounds interviews John Parker of Stuntmasters - Inter-Action Sports Entertainment - they feature - best action sports stars, speakers, athletes, entertainers. Their shows have a lot of action.2021-08-1011 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAIndiana State Fair 2021 by Countyfairgroundspre-fair interview by Countyfairgrounds of the upcoming Indiana State Fair 2021 with Sharon smith Director of Commuications - we discuss parking, children's activities, Legos, and their entertainment and food and their carnival.2021-07-2718 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USABig Sky Country State Fair, MT - presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Big Sky Country state Fair in Bozeman, Montana. This is an interview with Amanda Hartman, PR - about what is old this year and what is new at the fair and how they handled the COVID situation - We talk parking, entertainment and fair food and kids and seniors activities2021-07-1412 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USACountyfairgrounds interviews the Western KY State fairCountyfairgrounds interviews the Western KY State Fair in Hopkinsville. The interview is with Tony Meacham, long time Board member about the 70th fair running. We talk about what goes on at the fair and how happy they are to be back.2021-06-2008 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsWV Interstate Fair 2021 presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Russ and I talked about the 48th WV Interstate Fair which starts on June 22nd. They have one price admission allows for family entertainment at an affordable price. There are a lot of contests and things for kids. There is a new carnival this year. There is a Kid's Day and a senior Citizen Day.2021-06-2014 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USACountyfairgrounds presents the WV Interstate Fair 2021Countyfairgrounds presents Russ and I talked about the 48th WV Interstate Fair which starts on June 22nd. They have one price admission allows for family entertainment at an affordable price. There are a lot of contests and things for kids. There is a new carnival this year. There is a Kid's Day and a senior Citizen Day.2021-06-1714 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentHypnotist Tammy Barton presentd by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Hypnotist Tammy Barton. We talk about her family and how she got started doing stage hypnosis. She has performed all around the country. She talks about her best and worst experiences and where she has performed.2021-06-1518 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCountyfairgrounds pre-fair interview San Bernardino County FairCountyfairgrounds pre-fair interview with the San Bernardino County fair in Victorville, California Interview with Jennifer , Executive Director. What is old this year? What is new? and how they are dealing with COVID2021-05-2614 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Comedian Greg WarrenCountyfairgrounds interviews Comedian Greg Warren - who has a special on Amazon Prime - "Where the Field corn Grows" - Greg really wants to do county fairs - and has an interest in farmers.2021-05-2118 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMarty Davis, Legends of the Pioneers presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Marty Davis and his special blend of Americana with Legends of the Pioneers. This is an interview about Marty and his musical experiences and things he has done in his career, and people he has met and where he has played2021-04-1927 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentBrady Ramsey Magician presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Brady Ramsey, Over The Top Magic, Brady does fairs and festivals and Birthday parties and corporate events, He is also a ballon twisting artist and a very good Mentalist. He has been into Magic for seven years and gives a great stage show of 45 minutes2021-04-1512 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Mark Comley MagicianMark Comley Magician - Mark is a Full Time Professional Magician and entertainer Performing in Hundreds of Shows Each Year! He brings fun for all ages and also a lot of experience. Some county fairs have had his shows for 15 years running2021-03-2715 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCook's Racing Pigs presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents - Charlie Cook's Racing Pigs have been around for awhile. He currently uses Pot Belly pigs. Charlie has been racing pigs for a long time. His mother started with the California State Fair. His father had a hog farm .2021-03-1416 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentKerry Sharp Hypnotist by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Comedic Hypnotist Kerry Sharp - has been involved in Hypnotic shows for a long time - His shows are about an hour long in which he ask for volunteers from the audience and has them do all kinds of things . He has always loved comedy and so his shows have a comedic twist. He also does therapeutic hypnosis.2021-02-1820 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentThe Tax Magician by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Dr. Steven L. Snyder - The Tax magician - Steven has been a professional magician who loves to work on taxes . He also has several really good pointers for entertainers. This is a great listen,. He also has several books he has published that you can order.2021-02-1021 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentKansas City Caricatures Mike Van De CarrCountyfairgrounds presents -Kansas City Caricatures which came about because of the pandemic - Mike Van De Carr was/is a performing comedic magician who always wanted to be an artist. When the fairs canceled his bookings he had to make money so he started to do caricatures2020-12-2317 minCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsCountyfairgrounds Vendors & ConcessionsScentual Products with Drew BankstonScentual Products by Drew Bankston ... including candles and lip balms. Drew talks about how he is surviving and where he , and his wife, are selling due the COVID epidemic. Drew is also an author and writes science fiction novels.2020-11-1811 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAMississippi State Fair 2020 presented by CountyfairgroundsThe Mississippi State Fair runs Oct. 7th-18th, 2020. This is a pre-fair podcast interview with Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce - Andy Gipson, about how they are handling COVID and what is old and new at this years fair. Presented by Countyfairgrounds2020-10-0715 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAAgrAbility with Paul Jones presented by CountyfairgroundsAgrAbility State Fair - with CoolKay and Paul Jones - a Virtual State fair - providing resources and information for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers who are working in production agriculture with a disability, functional limitation, or health condition.2020-10-0113 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsSac County Fair Iowa - pre-fair interview by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents a pre-fair interview Sac County Fair - Iowa 2020 - with Amanda Weber, Fair Manager - What is new and old at this years fair2020-07-2106 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentChristian Strutz- Singer and guitarist presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Christian Strutz is a newly graduated singer/guitarist/songwriter who just graduated this year from high school in Wisconsin and wrote a song about graduating during the pandemic that he has put up for sale to donate the funds to help people. He wants a career in performing and writing music.2020-07-1511 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentHeidi Herriott presented by CountyfairgroudnsHeidi Herriott is a world renowned performing artist, show producer, horse trainer, clinician, consultant, and star of the “Heidi Herriott Presents HorseTrix” TV series. This interview is presented by Countyfairgrounds2020-06-2716 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentThe Family Sowell presented by CountyfairgroudnsA six member band of brothers and two twin sisters, Bluegrass band - out of Tennessee. Their mother offered them the opportunity to learn music and this they have done very well. Winners of the 2019 SPBGMA - International Band Championship!!! Music is their life. They would love to play at the Grand Old Opry2020-06-2415 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents America's Funniest CowgirlCountyfairgrounds presents America's Funniest Cowgirl - Karen Quest - She is a grounds act and does all kinds of rope tricks - You can find her on GiddyUp Productions - and on Facebook - She likes to do county and state fairs.2020-06-0613 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Swartz's Mid-America Entertainment BookingCountyfairgrounds interviews Swartz's Mid-America Entertainment Booking agency and Shaun Swartz out of Pennsylvania - We talk about COVID and how he got started in the business and what he does as an agency to help entertainers.2020-06-0417 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentWall of Death with Danny Weil presented by CountyfairgroundsWall of Death Thrill Show , same Thrill Show that your Grandparents took your Parents to see on the Carnival when they were kids! We use Antique Indian Motorcycles, Vintage Harley Davidsons and Racing Go Karts, just as have been being used in Wall of Death Shows for 100 years!2020-05-2621 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentLouie Foxx, - Master Magician presented by CountyfairgroundsCountyfairgrounds presents Louie Foxx, Master Magician - One-Man Side Show. Louie has been doing magic since he was 14 years old and never done anything else. He also is a World Guiness Book Record holder for his bubble trick.2020-05-1017 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Dynamo DogsCountyfairgrounds interviewed Gail Mirabella of thedynamodogs.com - about her dogs and how she trains them and where they come from. We talked about the show and vet bills and food supplies. We also talked about how long it takes to train a dog - and their names and how she remembers them all2020-05-0218 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Cirque AdventureCountyfairgrounds presents Cirque Adventure with Timothy McCandlass - we talk about how he got started into being a circus hi flying act. Tim does this with his wife and four children and they put on various themed shows at fairs and festivals as a grounds act.2020-03-0814 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Comedic Magician Dan PaulusCountyfairgrounds presents the Comedic Magician Dan Paulus. Who said magic had to be boring? Dan makes a comedic act and does some great stuff. Hel loves making the audience laugh. Dan pursued his dream of being a magician since he was in college where he was studying to being a teacher. He says everyone should pursue their dreams. .2020-02-1821 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents XPogo and Will WeinerWill Weiner , CCEO presents the World's Best Extreme Pogo entertainment . Their mission is to launch people into the world of extreme pogo. They also hold several World Guinness Book titles as well as put on shows at State Fairs and Basket Ball games.2020-01-2416 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Texas Trick RidersCountyfairgrounds presents Texas Trick Riders interview with Austin Anderson about they got started and covering some of the things they do and the shows they perform at. We also cover what accommodations they need to perform at State and County Fairs and Rodeo events2020-01-1921 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents FreakShow DeluxeCountyfairgrounds interviews Thomas Nealeigh - Founder and Director of FreakShow Deluxe out of Hollywood. - Its a carnival style Freak Show with a LOT of humor, and fire eaters, nail bed layers and sword swallowers.2020-01-1226 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USACountyfairgrounds Interviews the TAFE 2020Countyfairgrounds interviews the TAFE and Chris Shivers, Executive Director about what the TAFE is and what it does and what is going to happen at this years convention in Galveston2020-01-0413 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCountyfairgrounds presents Red River Valley Fair ND Puzzle ContestThe Red River Valley Fair is in West Fargo, North Dakota and takes place this year from July 7-12th, 2020. They have a Jigsaw putting together puzzle contest - that has many teams competing - AND they give prizes! - This interview is all about the jigsaw puzzle contest .2019-12-3013 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Billy BuchananLooking for a dynamic entertainer for your event or festival?! Look no further! "The Ambassador or Rock 'n Soul", Billy Buchanan, is at your service! His nonstop, no holds barred shows are an authenic, jawdropping homage to The Pioneers, Buchanan channels soul greats like Ray Charles, The Drifters, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jackie Wilson, Stax icons, Motown superstars, and many more with ease.2019-12-0914 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event Entertainmentountyfairgrounds presents the Nerveless NocksInterview with Michelangelo Noc - owner of the marvelous Nerveless Nocks - who are among the most respected aerial stunt artists in the world today. they do Sensational Sky-High Swaypoles!,, The Skykings Skycycle!, and Nock the Clown a Slap Stick Artist... among other thrilling events.2019-11-3020 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Greg ThompsonCountyfairgrounds presents an Interview with Greg Thompson of My Mason Dixon Life - Public Speaker and Humorist - Who is JUST about Famous - Guitar Player and also a member of the Sweeney Boys Family Band2019-11-1416 minHalloween USAHalloween USACountyfairgrounds presents Lubee Bat ConservatoryInterview with Brian Pop,, Director of the Lubee Bat Conservatory - about the Conservatory and what goes on there and also about the 15th annual Bat Festival on October 26th, 20192019-10-2317 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCountyfairgrounds presents Cale MoonCale Moon captivates crowds across America with his intoxicating vocals & magnetic personality. He combines a high energy performance with laid-back style, customized for every crowd. He is country western music at its best! The idea is to make people happy - AND this he certainly does!2019-10-1516 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USANC State Fair 2019North Carolina State Fair is coming up starting on the 17th of Oct. This is a pre fair interview -, that talks about parking, gate access the carnival and of course fair food. ANAND what is new and exciting at this years fair. Interview with Heather Overton2019-10-1319 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentTheGroovyGuy-GuyCollinsPerforms a comedy juggling, rope walking show often with a bit of magic. Judged to be the best street performer in Boston 2013 and awarded $10,000 by Penn Jillette for High Noon Entertainment and the Travel Channel.2019-10-1121 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAPensacola Interstate Fair FloridaThe Pensacola Interstate Fair starts soon. They have an attendance of over 250,000 and have been around for 84 years. This is an interview with Public information officer Dondi Frenkcl about what is new and exciting this year. We also talk about parking, fair food, entertainrment and their Scavenger Hunt!2019-10-0916 minHalloween USAHalloween USAWildlife Bat Expert - StuartThis year we are all about Bats - AND, who knows more about Bats then a wildlife expert who goes to remove them from peoples homes. Stuart talks about bats and how to tell if you have them and what to do when you find them.2019-10-0425 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMichael Aslan-MagicianMichael Aslan has been a magician for over forty years doing all kinds of shows and fairs and festivals . In this interview we discuss some of his past experiences and also we talk about Dr. A's Medicine Show2019-09-2421 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USATulsa State Fair Oklahoma 2019pre-fair interview with Amanda Blair - CEO - 11 days of Awesome . The Fair opens on Sept. 26th - and runs for 11 days. They have over a million in attendance. This fair also has a map - for you when you buy your tickets at the gate. Disney On Ice and a 5K Corn Dog run too. LOTS to do and see and plenty of new washroom facilities.2019-09-1918 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentHot Dog Pig RacingMr. David has been pig racing for 25 years - he started by racing skunks! He also races daschunds which he says are a lot harder to train - His dogs are also his house dogs . At a show he does five shows a day.2019-09-1612 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentThe Colorado MagicianThe Colorado Magician - Old Time Magical Medicine show complete with Magic, Comedy and Hilarious Fun for the Entire Family.2019-09-0608 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentThe Farmer PhilHe’s the man with an EAR for CORNy jokes! It’s the Fantastic Farmer Phil!Farmer Phil travels the country to rave reviews entertaining and educating children and adults at fairs and festivals. Phil’s COMEDY performance is packed with MAGIC, JUGGLING, audience participation, and AG education.2019-09-0507 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsIowas's Clay County Fair 2019Interview with Clay County Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons about this years large county fair. For being in a small town and county this fair has over 300,000 in attendance and a LOT of free stuff. They are also big on agriculture and draw 4H exhibitors from different states. They have a LOT of free entertainment too.2019-08-3112 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentWalkingTreeCliffSpengerCliff Sprenger, A Man for All Seasons is a walking tree - and has been for 24 years. Here we talk about what he has done and how is planning on becoming the man behind the curtain and shedding his 85 pound costume. Cliff has been all over the world in his act.2019-08-2917 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAKansas State Fair 2019Pre-Fair interview with Amy Bickel m Director of Marketing and Public Relations - Everything you need to know about this years fair - we discuss what there is for kids under 12 to do and seniors . We discuss parking and their themed event days and their concerts. We also talk about 4-H buildings and fair food.2019-08-2616 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentEric-EEric E. is a dynamic performer with a unique ability to engage his audience and make them feel personally involved. With only an acoustic guitar and a clear tenor voice, he performs songs that are remembered and loved by listeners of all ages, as well as penetrating original numbers2019-08-2519 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMarc Dobson One Man BandThis is a one of a kind show of music with comedy playing instruments Marc has created. His repertoire aims at songs every age should recognize covering the 60’s thru to today with a mix of Rock, Country, Pop and more. With improv comedic antics, no two shows are alike which maybe is why Marc has been performing yearly at many fairs since the inception of his One Man Band.2019-08-2320 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentPlay With GravityInterview with Shad Petersan, Respiratory Therapist - whose "other" job is playing with gravity - a motorcycle thrill stunt show of thirty minutes - he has done several events and is looking to book more.2019-08-1713 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsVA - Arlington County FairThe ARlington County Fair in Virginia starts tomorrow August 14th! This is a bit of an unusual County URBAN fair. They have free admission and 84,000 in attendance. They use metro buses and transportation instead of parking. This fair has a new Beer Garden this year! This is an interview with Barbi Broadus.2019-08-1319 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentMagician Mike Van De CarrComedic Magician Mike Van De Carr, - tells how and why he got started in being a magician. He use d to do Renaissance Festivals and now does State and County Fairs. He is a grounds act macgician who tells a lot of jokes and also plays the guitar and sings.2019-08-0518 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAMissouri State Fair 2019Interview with Mark Wolfe, Executive Director about the 2019 Missouri State Fair which opens on August 8th. We talk about parking and what is good for seniors, their fair map and what there is for children under 12 to do. And, We talk about Mark's favorite a foot long corndog!2019-08-0416 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAOhio State Fair 2019Pre-Fair Interview with Alicia Shoults, Marketing and Public Relations Director, we discuss the fair entrance, stuff for seniors and kids under 12, their website and fair entertainment . The fair has a website that is very map oriented and you can find things easily on your phone . Looks like ten days of pure fun!2019-07-2015 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsOrange County Fair California 2019Orange County Fair, Costa Mesa, California ,- pre-fair interview with Terry Moore in Communications - about what is new and exciting about this years fair opening on July 12th. We talk about fair food and entertainment, and the three entrance gates for this fair.2019-07-1015 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsLaPorte County Fair-Indiana 2019LaPorte County Fair , 2019 in Indiana is the 174th fair, and the oldest county fair in Indiana. This is a pre-event interview with Brett Kessler who is President of the LaPorte County Agricultural Association about what is new and exciting at this years fair.2019-07-0618 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsGrundy County Fair at Morris, Illinois 2019Welcome to the 2019, Grundy County Fair in Morris, Illinois. This is their 115th fair. The interview is with Mr. George Williams, Fairboard Chairman. George has been with the fair for thirty years and is a fan of the food and stock car races - both - of which this fair is known for.2019-06-2608 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentHumanCannonball-Shawn_MarrenShawn is a 34 year dad and a human Cannonball , who does approximately 400 shows a year. He has two boys m one nine and one five who are following in his footsteps - and a wife who does a high wire act. They have done a lot of circus events and a lot of county and state fairs. Shawn also has a full recording studio which has the capability to write, record, and produce music for your next event. SO he is a man of many talents!2019-06-2612 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsEpisode 2. County fairs 2019 , end of JuneCovering fairs the last week of June 20192019-06-2408 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentDNAEntertainmentDNA Entertainment - are living statues that you and the kids can paint at fairs , festivals, and events. This is something different and a lot of fun for children. They carry washable paints - and everyone gets to paint them . This company also does Kite Races and Stiltwalking too.2019-06-2108 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsEpisode 1 - County Fairs , week of June 17thOverview of this weeks upcoming county fairs2019-06-1704 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentThe Bubble Tower - blows Bubbles!The Bubble Tower is a wonderful thing - WHO does not like bubbles - .What this does is blow lots and lots of bubbles into the air . The tower is solar powered and can also be used at night. There is a child in all of us and the bubble tower brings it out - fro a two year old to a grandmother - everyone has fun. Secure the Bubble Tower for your next event.2019-06-1309 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentLillipop StiltwalkersThis is an interview with Lilli Erickson - owner of Lillipop.met and lots of lots of stiltwalkers. - We talk about how she got started with the stiltwalking business and her background and some of te other things she has done.  Stiltwalkers are just plain fun. She tells about some of the experiences she [...]The post Lillipop Stiltwalkers appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2019-06-0315 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsSan Bernardino County Fair 2019Pre-Fair Interview, San Bernardino County Fair 2019, in Victorville, California, with Geoff Hinds, SEO - whats the history of the fair, whats new and exciting at this years fair, , what is good for kids under 12?., what is in the exhibit buildings, and what about entertainment. And, of course we talk about fair food too. And, we talk about their Blacksmith show and the Demolition Derby2019-05-2409 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCalaverasCountyFairandFrogJubilee2019The Calaveras County Fair and Frog Jubilee is coming on May 16th-19th in Angels Camp, California. Their attendance is approximately. 35,000 to 40,000. The Theme is “Be a Kid Again!”. They have all kinds of events including of course the International Frog Jumping Contest in which contestants can bring their own frog or use one of the local provided bullfrogs – and classic fair food, carnival rides, live music, goofy competitions, livestock, rodeo, with opportunities to sample award winning local wines and agriculture.Be sure to check out – Checkout the Frog Hop of Fame from past Frog Jump winners in historic...2019-05-0909 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentRicklesandPicklesRickles an Pickles is a comedy juggling and magic team of Rick Wellington and tommEE pickles. Known for great shows and huge audiences.Rickles and Pickles have a forty minute show. They are a professional performing magician and a fire throwing juggling act. They talk about how they open and close their act which is a bit different. They travel all around the country doing their act . They have a forty minute act – that starts with a trunk being pulled in and our magician, Tommy Pickles – opens the lid of the trunk and out pops a bunny -,who...2019-04-2715 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAPuyallup Spring Fair, WA 2019The Puyallup Spring Fair starts on April 11th and runs thru the 14th. This is a pre-fair interview with Stacy Van Horne, Public Relations Manager. We talk a bit about the history of the fair, fair foods and what there is for kids and seniors to do. There is a lot of work that goes [...]The post Puyallup Spring Fair, WA 2019 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2019-04-0913 minCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsCounty Fairs & Fairground EventsMaricopaCountyFair2019he Maricopa County Fair, in Phoenixm Arizona runs from April 10th to the 14th at the Arizona State Fairgrounds. This is an interview with Karen Searle, Executive Director about what is old what is new and exciting about this years fair.Livestock at the Maricopa County Fair We talk about the age of the fair, and what is new and exiting about this years fair – what there is for kids ans seniors, and their Community Stage – which is one of the main things this fair is known for.2019-04-0508 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentCrazy DaysiesRebecca Day and her sister Jen Day Thompson make up a swampy feeling band called “The Crazy Daysies”. They are an acoustic based country music group out of Jacksonville, Florida. Both of the sisters write music. They also feature a percussionist Beau Littles when called for. Rebecca is a full time musician and also performs solo.2019-03-2507 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAFlorida State Fair 2019Discover the Fun at the Florida State Fair Pre Fair interview with the Assistant Manager of the Florida State Fair - Mick Rogalsky    The post Florida State Fair 2019 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2019-02-0713 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAArkansas State Fair 2018Arkansas State Fair October 11-21st in Little Rock Concerts October 11th & 12th - Charlie Daniels October 13th - POD October 14th - GINUWINE October 15th - The Big Talent Show October 17th - RATT October 18th - Stokley October 19th - POP EVIL October 20th - Mark Chesnutt & Red Head Express October 21st [...]The post Arkansas State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-10-0914 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USASouth Carolina State Fair 2018The South Carolina State Fair runs from October 10th through the 21st, 2018. The theme this year is "Homegrown Fun!" South Carolina State Fair - Pre-Fair Interview with Nancy Smith, Fair Manager The post South Carolina State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-10-0617 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USANorth Carolina State Fair 2018The North Carolina State Fair , Where Nothing Could Be Finer - opens October 11th and runs thru the 21st - in Raleigh   North Carolina State Fair - Pre-Fair Interview with Heather Overton, North Carolina State Fair Spokesperson ***************** Historical timeline of the North Carolina State Fair starting in 1850. [...]The post North Carolina State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-10-0419 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAArizona State Fair 2018Arizona State Fair takes place this year - October 5th-28th, in Phoenix.. at  1826 W McDowell Rd. Some of the featured performances are  (with many more on their website): featuring Gary Allan on October 5th October 10th , True Willy: Tribute to Willie Nelson AND 38 Special at the Veteran's Memorial Coliseum October 11th, the [...]The post Arizona State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-10-0109 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAOklahoma Tulsa State Fair 2018The Oklahoma Tulsa State Fair runs from September 27 thru October 7th this year. They have a new concert stage - The Oklahoma Stage. The concert series is included in the price of admission. When is Senior Citizen Day? Seniors, age 62 and over, receive FREE Gate Admission until 2pm, Tuesday, October 2, as part [...]The post Oklahoma Tulsa State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-09-2608 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAOklahoma State Fair 2018The Oklahoma State Fair  is open September 13th-23rd. This is an interview with Scott Munz of the Marketing department. He has been with the fair for over thirty years and would like to be around he says for another six to eight years. The Fair has grown a lot. One of the things I have [...]The post Oklahoma State Fair 2018 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2018-09-1310 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAOklahoma State Fair 2017The Oklahoma State Fair is about to open on September 14th, with all kinds of new and exciting things. There is a lot of stuff to do here for the ten dollar admission costs. This is an interview with Scott Munz , Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations about all the new and great [...]The post Oklahoma State Fair 2017 appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2017-09-0717 minCountyfairgrounds  USACountyfairgrounds USAColorado State FairInterview on August 22nd, 2017 with the Fair Manager of the Colorado State Fair Sarah Cummings, about what is upcoming at this years State Fair Get your Tickets!The post Colorado State Fair appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2017-08-2413 minFair & Event EntertainmentFair & Event EntertainmentJJ Harrison, Rodeo ClownJJ at one of his "better" moments. I had the privilege of interviewing rodeo clown JJ Harrison this year at the Denver National PRCA Rodeo in January. JJ has a lot of energy. He came to being a clown from being a school teacher - a thing which also requires a lot [...]The post JJ Harrison, Rodeo Clown appeared first on countyfairsusa.net.2013-03-2709 min