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Imagine if your life were exactly the same as it is right now, but you no longer had a rent payment to make every month. Imagine what freedom that would give you. That is my dream for all of my students: for you to own your home outright. But to realize that dream, we can’t just trust our real estate agent or broker. We have to understand why we are making the decisions we do, and to do that, we have to study! Most of my study of real estate happened in the early 2000's, befo

Next week, I have some students coming over to talk about personal finance, getting ahead financially, and strategy’s for digging out of debt. So naturally, I’m thinking about finances. And whenever this subject comes up, I always talk about my favorite, Real Estate. So I thought I would take a minute to talk about why I love Real Estate so much. If I buy Coca-Cola stock, I have no control over what happens next. I can’t make Coke more valuable by drinking it or promoting it

Marissa is an incredible student, performer, and friend whose journey as a performer has been nothing short of inspiring. Watching her grow in confidence, skill, and presence has been one of the many rewards of teaching. I asked her for a few words to help others understand what it’s like to train with me, and this is what she shared. "I first worked with Mr. Bill Berry about five years ago when he helped us choreograph a dance. He’s been my friend and mentor ever since, and

I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated Bill Berry’s Controlling the Body and Mind Workshop. He explains the mind-body connection and how he has applied these principles in his life - from managing his cardiac condition to controlling his breath/gag reflex in sword swallowing. I recommend this workshop for anyone interested in how the mind and body are uniquely intertwined.

I (Bill Berry) recently attended a dinner party at our friend Sarah's house. While there, I had the pleasure of meeting her three cats. As Sarah told us about them and their unique personalities, she mentioned that one of them didn't like to be petted. So, of course, when this kitty appeared, I offered some pets. The kitty meowed loudly and ran away. Rather than be deterred by this rejection, I calmly followed the cat to the bedroom where she had run and found her on the bed.

What’s it like working with Bill? From the moment I met Bill, I knew he was someone special. We first connected when I started a men’s group in St. Pete, and after our first conversation—hours of deep discussion—I knew we had to team up. Together, we grew the group into something truly meaningful, and those years became some of the most impactful of my life. What sets Bill apart is his ability to guide without ever making you feel like you're being taught. Every lesson and ev

Bill Berry has been my mentor since August of 2014, and I've never been happier with a teacher than I am with him. No matter the entertainment skill or professional advice being taught, Bill approaches each topic from a place of objective wisdom and decades of experience. The teacher-student dynamic with him has been one of sound philosophy driving each assignment, and that's something that's fundamentally important to me in a scenario wherein I'm going to listen to someone g

When I (Mr. Bill Berry) mentor up-and-coming performers, I often tell them, “You have to have accolades to grow as a professional.” But what does that really mean? Accolades aren’t just trophies or medals (though those help). They’re the stories, testimonials, and marks of credibility that prove you’re more than just someone who can do tricks—you’re a professional who can deliver value to audiences, clients, and event organizers again and again. When you’re first starting out

I first met Bill while I was deepening my yoga practice, and something about his energy just stuck with me. From the start, his meditations and storytelling felt like little nudges toward something bigger, something I didn’t even know I was looking for. And then there was the sword swallowing, which somehow made the whole experience even more memorable and real. Over time, Bill’s work has quietly helped encourage me to explore other healing modalities: sound baths, Reiki, ref

Bill Berry has been a true friend and great mentor to me since I met him in 2015 at the RIT juggle fest. Bill's creative mind and adventurous life led me to seek his advice regularly. The first big moment was when I had just been laid off from my first boring, corporate office job. Having free time, and wanting to run away, I bought a ticket to India, with the only plan being to see as much as I could backpacking around the country for a month. The only person I asked for adv

When I met Bill Berry, I had already been street performing for a while, doing small local shows, stilt walking, balloon twisting, mime, human statue, fire performing, you name it, I’d do it. That’s how you make it in the local market, do everything. Whenever the phone rings, the only answer is, “Yes, I can!” But my real dream was to work on cruise ships. Bill started explaining the different markets and the many, many, MANY different strategies out there to get wherever it i

Big thanks to Adam! Not only did he jump into a fire handling workshop with me, but he also shared this incredible testimonial: “Even as an experienced fire performer, the fire handling workshop was very valuable. Not only did it provide additional insight into fire safety as a whole, but it helped with mastering the fear of coming in contact with the flame when done safely. Having never truly experienced body transfers, it gave me hands-on training and experience, giving me

Kitten Marie Testimonial: I initially contacted Bill Berry for some understanding of the art of sword swallowing in order to improve a burlesque act featuring a related skill. Bill was immediately there to bounce ideas with me. This initial reach-out led to a call and eventually an agreement to begin training with him. When I left my first in-person sword-swallowing lesson with Bill, I remember feeling very excited… and also a little bit like I had found a solution to a probl

Yesterday, I (Mr. Bill Berry) had the pleasure of hosting Nicole and her husband for a "Learn to Juggle" session that quickly blossomed into a full immersion tour of the St Pete Micro Farm, and it was great. It’s visitors like them who remind me why I love opening up this space. Here is what Nicole had to say about her experience: "What started as a shot in the dark search to satisfy my desire for a letter "J" alphabet date turned into a truly magical and memorable day of "J"

A little over a year ago, Mimi auditioned for this contract and nailed it, but she knew she wanted to do everything possible to prepare. Mimi reached out to me (Mr. Bill Berry) for coaching, and wow, she showed up ready to dive in, asking for homework, accountability calls, and regular training sessions. In 2025, she drove out to St. Pete every month, we drilled juggling, explored performance theory, built new props, crafted routines, tackled fire handling, and even got her t

BILL BERRY (Mr. Bill Berry) Professional Human Experience Collector Also Known As: The Sword Swallowing Yogi PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS Performed Oktoberfest in Bahrain for 500 enthusiastic Marines Worked on 7 cruise lines and spent over a year of life at sea on one ship Stood on stage in front of 23,000 people and survived Accumulated millions of views online Won multiple World Championships Set Guinness World Records Thrown ten balls in the air and caught every one Juggled flam

We’ve just listed a collection of beautiful vintage and antique typewriters, each fully cleaned, serviced, and type ready. From rare 1920s Underwoods to 1950s Olympia SM4s with brand new rubber, and even a Greek Olivetti Lettera 32, these machines are true pieces of history. Whether you’re a collector, a writer, or just love the charm of a classic typewriter, these are ready to type, display, and enjoy. Some models even come with their original case or manual, and all have be

It’s 5 a.m. — we’re at the gas station on the way to the airport, leaving APCA, the college entertainment conference in Texas. After days of showcasing, talking with bookers, and watching incredible acts, this thought hit me: Everyone wants to get paid $3,000 for a show. Of course you would! But would you spend $3,000 to stand in front of the people who can actually give you those gigs? That’s the real test of belief. There’s no guarantee you’ll book anything. You might land

Witness the journey of a true fire artist! This video features highlights from an intense one-on-one session with my student, Andrea, an experienced performance artist who was determined to overcome her fear and dramatically expand her abilities as a fire eater and handler. Watch as she steps out of her comfort zone and masters new techniques, transforming fear into fuel. Andrea did an absolutely amazing job, and I'm excited to see the incredible new routines she'll create ne

When I, Mr. Bill Berry, mentor up-and-coming performers, I often tell them, “You have to have accolades to grow as a professional.” But what does that really mean? Accolades aren’t just trophies or medals (though those help). They’re the stories, testimonials, and marks of credibility that prove you’re more than just someone who can do tricks—you’re a professional who can deliver value to audiences, clients, and event organizers again and again. When you’re first starting out

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,

Meet Kiki — my amazing fire handling student who, in just her second session, is already manipulating flame, eating fire, and yes… we even LIT HER ON FIRE! 🔥 This is what focus, courage, and expert instruction can create. I’m Bill Berry, author of Embracing the Flame — available now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/95JZy0P Want to learn professional fire handling safely and skillfully? Join my training community at patreon.com/mrbillberry to get started. 🎵 Music Credits: “Paradise

Last night, three of my students performed stand-up comedy for the very first time, and they crushed it. Stepping on stage takes courage, timing, and heart, and each of them brought all three. Here’s a quick highlight reel from their debut sets. Give it a watch, show them some love, and maybe get inspired to grab a mic yourself someday. Comedy is just one part of the journey to becoming a full-time entertainer. If you’re ready to step it up, start getting higher-paying gigs,

This story is a teaser from Chapter 25 of my upcoming book. It was 1997, I was 19 years old, and at the very beginning of my career as an...