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How to stay cool when things get hot!
A quick look at the focus required for fire manipulation. As an instructor and coach, I teach that mastery isn't about avoiding the "flame"—it's about learning how to handle it with grace and technique. Check out my latest projects and coaching services at mrbillberry.com . #FireArts #ProfessionalPerformer #GrowthMindset #EmbracingTheFlame #MrBillBerry #SkillBuilding
Bill Berry
Mar 201 min read


Proof There Is Something New Under the Sun!
Last night, history was made. For the first time ever, a sword swallower swallowed a sword with a butcher knife attached to the handle, took a bow, and then used that same knife to cut a wedding cake. They say there’s nothing new under the sun, that everything has already been done — but don’t believe it. There are still new frontiers to explore, new art to invent, new possibilities waiting for those bold enough to try. I’m Mr. Bill Berry — three-time world juggling champion,
Bill Berry
Oct 27, 20251 min read


TO THE HILT: THE PODCAST featuring Bill Berry, now live!
I had the absolute honor of sitting down with two legends — Dan Meyer, the most decorated sword swallower on Earth, and Marc Hartzman, author, historian, and connoisseur of the bizarre — to talk all things sword swallowing, sideshow history, extreme performance, and the stories that shaped our lives. We went deep — into training, pushing limits, embracing fear, and the wild journey that led to the release of their incredible new book: To The Hilt: A Sword Swallower’s History
Bill Berry
Jun 11, 20251 min read


SAVE THE DATE (New Book by Bill Berry)
My second book, Embracing the Flame, drops June 5th! This isn’t just a guide for those ready to push themselves—it’s a look behind the curtain of old-school dream chasing. It’s about rejecting the life you were handed and choosing the one you were meant to build. A case study in what happens when you keep saying yes to transformation. Whether you’re a performer, yogi, or student of the self, this book is an unexpected companion on your journey—fueled by ancient philosophy, in
Bill Berry
May 30, 20251 min read


🔥 Joyce lighting it up with grace and focus.
There’s a kind of quiet power in fire handling when it’s done with care and presence—this moment says it all. I’ve started sharing some behind-the-scenes stories and foundational lessons in this art form over on Patreon if you’re curious: patreon.com/mrbillberry #FireHandling #FireArts #PatreonCreators #JoyceInAction #mrbillberry "Vivacity" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Bill Berry
May 9, 20251 min read
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