Ask Tom – Are My Lips Moving?

Today, Learn Ventriloquism member John Morgan’s character Cluck Cluck the chicken asks a question. I think Cluck Cluck was trying to trip me up – but I nailed this. Thanks for sending the question John! Would you like to be featured in a future episode of...

Ask Tom – How long until I start earning money?

Today, Phil Nichols and Bosworth ask questions on Ask Tom. Phil asks some questions about the business end of the art. This is a hot topic among many entertainers so don’t miss watching the episode. Phil’s question is rather deep so I gave an overview of...

Ask Tom – Slow Website Problem?

Joel Roush wanted to let me know about a slow web site issue. I realize that is a problem for some and I share some thoughts in this episode. Want to ask a question and be featured in an upcoming episode of Ask Tom? You can send your voice message by going to: Ask...

Maher Ventriloquist Radio

Today we’ve launched a new project over at Maher Studios. Maher Ventriloquist Radio is a short (under 20 minutes) radio program that will allow you to laugh, learn and have fun. Together with Ken Groves and Mark Wade, we talk about our careers and experiences,...

A note about “Talking-4-2”

Yesterday I received a call from Matt Bailey. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Matt, he is one of ventriloquism’s future leaders. A couple of years ago, Matt started a podcast called Ventriloquism Weekly. I remember when he started, we talked...

Ask Tom – What’s Next For Maher Studios

Ask Tom usually publishes on Wednesdays – however this is a special bonus episode that I squeezed into the last minute for a very good reason. Today’s question is from Eddie Siller in Arizona. It is an important question because the timing allows me to...

Ask Tom – Hello

Barb Phoenix checked in to see if the question recording system worked and shared some news. Watch the video and find out more. We share ventriloquism news and tips in the International Ventriloquist Society’s Spotlight online newsletter. Each issue consists of...

Ask Tom – Are There Different Puppet Voices?

Reba is a new student of the Learn Ventriloquism Course and she is having some troubles finding a “puppet voice”. Today she asks a question that I know will help other beginners. I answer the question and then discuss several options to learn more about...

Ask Tom – Performance Conditions

Today’s question comes to me from Lisa Laird. This is a good one and I hope you will take note. After my answer, I heard more details from Lisa, and while my vision of the event was different than the actual one, the advice is still solid. Enjoy the video and...