In this episode Gherkin speaks with Johnathan Lee Iverson, Vocalist, both the youngest and the first black Ringmaster for Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus and current ringmaster of Omnium Circus, about his career and his inspirations.
I had the distinct honor to speak with Johnathan Lee Iverson, the longtime ringmaster for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus. He joined the circus at age 22 which made him the youngest ringmaster. During our conversation we talked about how and why he joined the circus, what goes into planning a…
Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson says Omnium Circus seeks to “broaden the big top”
Episode 5 of The Man in the Arena features an amazing interview with the last ringmaster of the world’s most famous circus, Johnathan Lee Iverson of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey circus. We talk about his early career as a member of the Boys Choir of Harlem – playing in front of presidents…
Hi everyone! Welcome to Odds and Ends – Episode 18! Tonight’s special guest is Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson Check out our website at www.thejosephinefoundation.org for all updates on The Josephine Foundation. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel where new YouTube videos are posted every week! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ka… Finally, don’t forget to like and…
Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson is the guest for Interview Friday on Lunch Therapy 180. The former Ringmaster of Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus and currently on the board of Omnium Circus, a bold new circus. https://omniumcircus.org/ Also host of In Center Ring at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxTN… Lunch Therapy streams live at noon Monday, Wednesday and…
In Center Ring Presents the indomitable Jen Bricker-Bauer, acclaimed aerialist and speaker. In this episode Jen opens up about the faith and family that are the source of her unwavering confidence. She leads us through a youth in which, despite her handicap, she thrived as a multi-sport athlete. She shares the astonishing family secret so…
In Center Ring presents the beneficent Lisa B. Lewis, founder of Omnium: A Bold New Circus. In this episode Lisa proudly details the familial lineage that grounds her and ignited the spirit and ethic to “repair the world” (tikkun olam). We learn how circus inspired and shaped her, and how she fiercely pursued an education…
In Center Ring Presents the charming Jenny Vidbel, the celebrated animal trainer and guardian of the Al & Joyce Vidbel Foundation. In this episode Jenny whisk us away into the enchanting Vidbel circus legacy. She shares moments from her beautiful childhood along with her twin, in a multi generational abode on the Vidbel farm, which…
In Center Ring Presents the mesmerizing Jason Span, US Navy Veteran turned high-flying circus star. In this episode Jason opens up about his career in the United States Armed Forces during a time of war and Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. We learn about how his love for cheerleading led to an amazing gymnastics career in…
