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Ask Tom – Which Comes First – The Voice Or The Puppet?

by Tom Crowl | Jan 20, 2016 | Ask Tom

This is similar to the chicken or the egg. There is no right answer. Get my thoughts on today’s question and perhaps it will make you ask a few of yourself. Want to be featured on an upcoming episode of Ask Tom? Just go to: Ask Tom and ask me a question using...

Ask Tom – A Message From Santa Claus

by Tom Crowl | Jan 13, 2016 | Ask Tom

During December, I got a surprise message from a very busy man. I hope you enjoy today’s episode. Would you like to ask a question? Go to: Ask Tom and use the Speak Pipe App to record a message from your own computer. You’ll hear your question and get an...

Ask Tom – Don’t Have Time To Practice?

by Tom Crowl | Jan 6, 2016 | Ask Tom

This week I heard from Bob Franklin, and I truly appreciated him reaching out. Thanks Bob for all the kind words. Bob didn’t have any questions, but he did mention he didn’t feel as if he had enough time to practice. I can relate to that. We all get busy...

Ask Tom – Ventriloquism Parlor Tricks

by Tom Crowl | Dec 30, 2015 | Ask Tom

This week’s question is from another David – David Weyrick. David is a graduate of the Maher Interactive Ventriloquism course over at Maher Studios. He’s looking for quick ventriloquism tricks he can do when someone asks. Personally, I don’t...

WARNING!

by Tom Crowl | Dec 24, 2015 | Ventriloquism Course

Just a heads up – Starting December 28th – the Learn-Ventriloquism site will be undergoing a theme change to make it mobile friendly. We wanted to do this with an instant switch – but can’t. Because people are constantly signing up for lessons...

Ask Tom – Tips For Working Open Mics

by Tom Crowl | Dec 23, 2015 | Ask Tom

This week’s question is from David Pitts of San Antonio, Texas. David is working open mics and wanted to get some tips on getting the most from this stage time. Want to dig into this or another subject deeper? Ask your own question at:...

Ask Tom – Are What Nots Professional Puppets?

by Tom Crowl | Dec 16, 2015 | Ask Tom

Are What-Nots professional puppets? What is the difference between a toy puppet and a professional puppet? One of the biggest differences is the fact a professional puppet is made to stand up to constant use AND is much more flexible than a toy puppet. Below are some...

Ask Tom – How Do You Say P Without Moving Your Lips?

by Tom Crowl | Dec 9, 2015 | Ask Tom

David Cruz left today’s question on the SpeakPipe App. How do you say certain letters without moving your lips? I created a course to help people with that problem. There are other courses out there that offer different advice. The biggest problem I see is...

Ask Tom – Do People Think Ventriloquism Is Just For Kids?

by Tom Crowl | Dec 2, 2015 | Ask Tom

Neale Bacon sent in a good question from Canada. He’s wondering how to convince clients that ventriloquism isn’t just for kids. If you aren’t getting the types of shows you want, it could be a matter of image. As entertainers, we know what we are...

Ask Tom – How Do You Do The Double Voice?

by Tom Crowl | Nov 25, 2015 | Ask Tom

A great question from my good friend Chuck Lyons. How do ventriloquists do the double voice? During the video I mention my interview with Liz Von Seggen who discusses the double voice. You may find that interview here: Dale & Liz VonSeggen Interview Part 7 The...