The Joy Of Entertaining

Join us for an inspiring conversation with veteran entertainer, entrepreneur, and high-energy performer Taylor Griswold! With more than 20 years of experience bringing smiles to audiences nationwide, Taylor shares what it takes to captivate massive crowds, build a live entertainment business, and spread pure joy through family-friendly fun.In this episode, we dive into:Championship Mascot Roots: Winning the UCA National Mascot Championship as Auburn University’s beloved "Aubie the Tiger."The Big Leagues: Spending eight years running the court as the mascot and dunk team director for the NBA’s Detroit Pistons in front of 22,000 fans a night.National Spotlight: Taking the stage on major platforms including NBC’s America’s Got Talent, CBS, Fox Sports, and the NCAA Final Four.Building EPIC Entertainment: How Taylor combined magic, juggling, puppetry, and speaking to launch an Austin-based entertainment company dedicated to positive, clean community impact.The Heart of Entertaining: Proven lessons on connecting with kids, reading live audiences, and staying energized in high-pressure performance environments.Whether you are a sports entertainment enthusiast, an aspiring performer, or someone who loves uplifting behind-the-scenes stories, Taylor brings incredible insight into the craft of live performance.Also talked about this time on America Got Talent.Follow The Mascot Dude Podcast Network on TikTok and Instagram @MASCOTDUDEPODCASTNETWORKCharlie Bruno The Mascot Dude: @THEMASCOTDUDE all on social media platforms

What happens when real-life mascot and costume character performers watch the new 2026 horror movie Buddy?In this special review episode of The Joy Of Entertaining Podcast, host Charlie is joined by fellow performer Lucas Bradley to share their honest thoughts and reactions to the newly released horror flick. As performers who work in the character industry, we break down what we liked, what made us laugh, and what gave us the creeps watching a giant kids' TV unicorn turn into total nightmare fuel.Inside this episode:Our overall thoughts and first impressions of Buddy (2026)The character from a performer's point of view: suit movement, presence, and vibes Favorite moments, funniest scenes, and the wildest scaresOur final review and rating of the filmHave you seen Buddy yet? Follow the show, leave a rating, and let us know your thoughts!

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.Connect:👉 GetMyMascot.com#TheJoyOfEntertaining #MascotLife #GetMyMascot #MascotDude

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.Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the art of entertainment!#TheJoyOfEntertaining #SportsEntertainment #BehindTheScenes #MascotLife

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!