Welcome to The Joy Of Entertaining Podcast, hosted by Charlie Bruno (The Mascot Dude). In this episode, we sit down with Carl Prior, former elite performer and founder of Get My Mascot.

Carl breaks down what it takes to perform at the highest level—from winning four national championships as Willy the Wolverine at UVU to the pro hockey ranks—and how he built North America's premier digital hub for the mascot industry.

🎬 PART 1: THE RETROSPECTIVEWe look back at Carl's standout performing milestones, exploring his early days at Park City High, his championship collegiate career, and the unique physical demands of professional hockey with the Utah Grizzlies.

💡 PART 2: THE BLUEPRINTCarl shares actionable wisdom for the next generation of entertainers. Discover the vision behind Get My Mascot and how performers can use industry resources, coaching, and job boards to level up their craft.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jacob Martinez, the Mascot Program Manager for the Indianapolis Indians. Jacob has spent nearly eight years with the organization, climbing the ranks from a part-time performer to Mascot Program Coordinator, and now leading the entire program.

Jacob shares his incredible journey of bringing joy to sports fans, climbing the entertainment ladder from inside the suit to managing the strategy behind the scenes.

But here is the ultimate twist: alongside his entertainment career, he is also a former Design Engineer who spent nearly five years designing valve groups and complex manifold assemblies!

Join us as we dive into:

Jacob's career evolution from performing on game days to managing and coordinating an entire professional entertainment program.

How he balances engineering precision with high-energy crowd entertainment.

The power of connecting with the community and creating unforgettable fan experiences.

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On this throwback episode (The original episode aired in 2023 on The Mascot Support Group Podcast), we are diving into the sewers of New York City with a massive guest! We are hanging out with Kenn Scott, the man who brought Raphael to life in both Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles I and II.

We talk about what it was really like inside the suit, behind-the-scenes secrets from the iconic movies, and the absolute joy of entertaining millions of TMNT fans worldwide. Cowabunga!

Street Character's Top Dog: Glenn Street (Owner of Street Characters)

On this episode of The Joy Of Entertaining, I’m joined by a true leader in the mascot world, Glenn Street. While he’s been a guest on my other shows before, this is his first time joining me here!

What we talked about:

• Honoring a Legend: Giving "flowers" to our dear friend, Jon Absey.

• The Business: A deep dive into mascot marketing and the future of the industry.

• Mascot U: Discussing a possible return of this iconic training program.

• Street Characters: The legacy of Glenn’s incredible work.

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On this episode, we are hitting the tracks with a true icon of the industry: Constantine "DC" Abramson.

Most of you know him as the beatboxing, breakdancing Engineer from Disney Junior’s Choo Choo Soul, but his journey in entertainment runs deep. From his years as a high-level professional mascot to his work as an artist, Constantine knows exactly what it takes to bring a character to life and keep an audience smiling.

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Outside of the studio, we are taking big steps for a great cause, a great friend, mentor, and the OG Jazz Bear, Jon Absey.

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With over a decade of experience under her belt, Lindsay has become a powerhouse in the world of professional character work. Her career is a unique blend of high-energy performance and intricate costume fabrication, spanning from collegiate sports to the global music stage.

Lindsay’s most notable project—an unofficial, year-long labor of love building the character "Ned"—eventually caught the attention of the band twenty one pilots, leading to the suit being officially adopted by the band in 2023. This milestone, alongside her work for Punkerton Records and a successful two-year tenure as the Concordia Bulldog, has established her as a premier talent in the industry.

Based in Tucson, Arizona, Lindsay continues to push the boundaries of what it means to be a "creator." In this episode, we step away from the traditional and get experimental. We dive into her "dream gig" on The Masked Singer and participate in a creative "What If" workshop, where we brainstorm and design bizarre, never-before-seen characters by merging three different animals into a single mascot concept.

Highlights of this episode include:

• The "Ned" Story: Transitioning from a fan-builder to having your work recognized by global music icons.

• The Builder’s Mindset: How 11 years of experience shapes the way you approach character design.

• A New Hybrid: A deep dive into our creative animal-mashup challenge.

• Future Ambitions: Why the scale and mystery of The Masked Singer is the ultimate goal for a professional builder.

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Host Charlie Bruno - The Mascot Dude welcomes an ultimate creative force to the studio: Christopher Bruce (Mascot Performer, Producer, Actor, Writer).

As a proven CREATOR and owner of King Creative, Christopher leverages his wide range of experiences—from writing commercial scripts to producing feature films—to develop fresh ideas that make a real impact.

However, it's his work in the fur that truly sets him apart. Christopher is a mascot legend, known for winning the Mascot National Championship as YoUDee (University of Delaware), performing professionally as Swoop (Philadelphia Eagles) and G-Wiz (Washington Wizards), and co-creating the Mascot Hall of Fame!

Join Charlie and Chris as they discuss the journey from performing live to producing content, the keys to developing a magnetic character, and the legacy of building the Mascot Hall of Fame. This episode is packed with creative insights for anyone who wants to entertain!

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Robert Boudwin is back on The Joy Of Entertaining, and his career just took another wild turn!

Known worldwide as a Mascot Legend (the original performer of Clutch the Bear), a successful Realtor, and a published Author, Robert joins us to discuss his latest venture: competing on the highly competitive reality gameshow, 99 to Beat on FOX!

While Robert faced his final challenge in the competition as contestant #32, this multifaceted entertainer shares the full, behind-the-scenes story of his intense time on the show. Did the pressure of reality TV prove to be his toughest title pursuit yet?

Tune in now to this can't-miss episode of The Joy Of Entertaining to hear Robert share all the details of his experience!

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