016 - SECURITY! - Stories by Meraux Dantes, Niels Duinker, Brian Glow, Robert Strong, & Shawn McMaster

This week's storytellers are mystery performer Meraux Dantes, Comedy Juggler Niels Duinker, Corporate Magicians Brian Glow and Robert Strong, and Comedy Magician Shawn McMaster. This episode is entitled, "SECURITY!," and the stories all share a theme of either getting through security at the airport, dealing with law enforcement, or longing for better security in general.   Meraux Dantes: Trying to Get 4 Dozen Forks Through Security The first story is told by Meraux Dantes, a mysterious and mystical mindreader—and a charming and captivating character. Close up you'll see him move objects without touching them and bend metal with his mind. His greatest talent is not in his fork-bending or mind-reading but in his ability to create personal connections and generate genuine warmth with every person he meets. In this story, Meraux tells about the time he tried to get four dozen forks through security at the airport. Here's where you can find out more about Meraux:  Meraux's Website   http://www.seemagiclive.com/meraux  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meraux_dantes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/meraux_dantes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Meraux-Dantes-35018222759/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merauxdantes/   Niels Duinker: Hiding a Cut Finger Going Through Security The second story is told by Niels Duinker, a comedy juggler who has traveled the world with his act, become a multiple world record holder, and outwardly proclaims that "gravity is a joke!" In his story, Niels talks about a couple interesting experiences going through security, one in which he has to hide a cut finger.  Here's where you can find out more info about Niels: Niels' Website: http://www.comedyjuggler.com/ Amish Country Theater: http://www.amishcountrytheater.com/ Comedy Barn: http://www.comedybarn.com/ Charles Bach Theater: https://www.wonderstickets.com/   Brian Glow: Computer Under Scrutiny at Customs The third story is told by Brian Glow, a comedy magician, mentalist and illusionist in the corporate world and has been for over 40 years! In his story, Brian talks about how his brand new lap top came under very close scrutiny by some customs agents.  Here's where you can find out more about Brian: Brian's Website: http://brianglow.com/   Robert Strong: No More TSA Hassles and Living a Classig Juggler's Joke a corporate comedy magician with over 30 years experience. He's been twice voted San Francisco's Best Comedian and three times voted San Francisco's Best Magician. Whether he's producing corporate events, working the trade show floor, or strolling with close up magic, he's super easy to work with and has even been called the "nicest entertainer on the planet." In his story, Robert shares a discovery he made that makes it so TSA doesn't hassle him anymore, and then how he literally became the living embodiment of a classic juggling joke. Here's where you can find out more about Robert: Robert's Website: https://strongentertainment.com/ Robert's TEDx Talks: http://performerstories.com/robtedx   Shawn McMaster: Discovering His Cell Phone is Missing…in Mexico The final story is told by Shawn McMaster, a comedy magician who's unequaled blend of sophisticated magic and hilarious comedy has made him a highly sought-after act all over the world. His ability to blend the astonishing with the absurd has delighted countless audiences both here and abroad. Shawn tells about the time he discovered that his cellphone was missing while in Mexico. He also talks a little about his experience with the world shutting down at the beginning of the COVID outbreak. Here's where you can find out more about Shawn: Shawn's Website http://shawnmcmaster.com/   Share Your Own Stories!  Do you have comments, suggestions, or want to share your own stories? Drop me a line! [email protected]   Exclusive Content!  Would you like exclusive content nobody else will hear? Consider supporting the shown on Patreon. You'll get the full interviews with each performer as I record them that includes all their stories all in one place with all the chat in between!   Facebook Group Come hang out in our Facebook Group! Click here to join and jump in the conversation!