How I Ran Away To Join the Circus
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- I grew up in the circus, but by the time I left my real job in 2023, I'd been living in the "normal world" for a looooooong time. Here's a little story of how I ran away from the circus to go join and an office and then ran away again.
#circus #jacqueszewhipper #renfaire #renfest
The voice of a radio man, the face of a movie star, and America's Ass. Truly, a blessed exitance.
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I believe that's FRANCE'S ass, like the Statue of Liberty, relocated to America. 😆
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This guy looks about 10 years younger than he really is. Men the world over could use some beauty secrets. Also, a cat dad! Very cool.
Frances ass !
You can take the boy out of NPR but you can't take that very distinct NPR tone out the boy's voice when he's doing podcasts.
Truth.
Well as someone who apparently listened to Jack for years on WBUR and who had NO IDEA he was also Jacques Ze Whipper, I can personally attest to his acting ability and capability to get into character.
Also, while I'm sure his show has improved and been refined through the years, this was a lesson for me in how much fantastic talent goes unrecognized, cast aside unwittingly by people who would make a fortune if they took a chance on someone.
Thanks for sharing your story, getting us through the pandemic, and making us laugh.
It's also a lesson on commitment
I also listened to jack for years on WBUR and just found out he is Jacque ze whipper 🤯 he’s still got that radio voice though, I can almost imagine I’m listening to 90.9 😂
I was coming here to say this! Grew up in the Boston area listening to NPR and it's very cool to learn that I was probably hearing Jack for a lot of that time!
As much as I enjoy JACQUES, the Public Radio Nerd in me truly thanks Jack for his work, especially during the pandemic.
Right? i had no idea he was in radio, and NPR at that!
As someone in their mid thirties who works in radio and majored in theater, this hits a little too close to home, lol
I'm over 60, but when I was 20 I ran away & joined the carnival as a fortune teller. Best time of my life! My son now gets upset with me because I'm constantly trying to talk my 2 yr old grandson into joining the circus someday. I think everyone should work as either a circus performer or in the carnival. It can be so awesome! You do a wonderful job! Much respect from East Texas 💖💖💖
At the age of 29, I ran away and joined a Circus. That was in the mid 90s. Best adventure and learning experience I ever had. It was one of the last one ring tent circuses in the country at the time. It closed down 2 years later. Circuses are a wonderous part of history. We are blessed to be a part of that history. Thank you for your story. It reminded me of better days and rich adventure.
Can I ask what did you do after and now
@@user-wz9cf6kq7x I was a baker for many years. Now I drive over the road. Not so different from driving from town to town when I was with the circus.
You're telling me this man was in college in 2006 and he still looks like he could be in college in 2024?!?!
He apparently has an epic skincare routine and has done for a really long time. I think he did a short about it?
Woah! Yeah. He does look real young
@@vee_tinymoose yes, he emphasized moisturizer and sunscreen, and starting in his teens
........ fuc you....... that isn't that old. 😕......... j/k
@@audreymeyer5616 He's only 35. I call that pretty young.
I can't believe KRF let you go. That has to be the biggest bonehead move in renaissance festival history. My daughters work in one of the stores & my cousin's son worked as a jouster until this year so I know a lot of what happened. You’ll be missed in Carver come September 😔
As someone who lives in Maryland but is going to start in college in Boston, this is so annoying. I only found out about him this winter, so I wouldn't have known to see him at last year's renn faire, and I'm pretty sure I'll have to move in before this year's renn faire. I'd assumed that I would at least be able to see him at KRF but apparently not. Why did they let him go? (If you're allowed to say)
KRF and it's owners have always been ridiculous. When I lived in Carver I could never get over all the people who'd pay a fortune to get in.
What happened with KRF? I only knew he wasn’t there anymore.
Wait, what?
Him now too? They're losing their best acts left and right... yeah, I think I won't be going back again until they sort out whatever this latest drama that's been going on around the talent the last few years. That sucks.
And what sucks most us they're my local Faire. Easiest to get to and the one I'd like to support. But I can't if they keep pulling this crap. Who is left there orth going to see at this point.
I performed four weekends at KRF last year and got absolutely no support from management and had to fight to promote my show there. Unsurprisingly, I’m not returning either. Nowhere near the following of Jack, but that Faire is sadly ridiculous.
I am technically impaired about social media so when my son showed me your videos we drove 7 hours just to see you. Haven't had a reason to smile in a while and your show and whole attitude brought me out of it. Thanks also to your brilliant wife G for without her I wouldn't be able to find these things. Best of luck to both of you.❤ 18 days till I see you again 😁
Life is such a crazy thing. I went to college initially for biology. Hated it and changed to Business and Poli Sci. Sadly, due to financial issues and family members with health problems, I never got to finish my degree. I eventually got a job at a bank and worked there for 9yrs. When my first child turned one, I became a SAHM. That's been 8yrs now. I had always put off my true hobby and passion as just a fun thing to do on the side, but I'm embracing it now. So at 40yrs old, I'm working on and nearly finished writing my first book. My goal is to have it completed and hopefully published this year. I don't even care if it becomes a best seller (though that would be amazing!) I'm just happy to accomplish this goal and to show my children that they should never give up on their dreams and you never know what life has in store for you!
I second the request for a name, though I will settle for a - what's it about? 😄
@@tangelite9968 When I get around to finishing and hopefully published, I will try to remember to share it here! Thank you for your support and encouragement!!
@@Fartheraway908 Only have a working title at the moment, but when I finish I'll try to remember to share it here! As for what it's about, I typically write YA fantasy. My current WIP is about a girl whose bad luck is so strong she can see it. It eventually leads her down a path to change her life, learn to trust her instincts, and that the world is not all that it appears.
@@Fartheraway908 I had written a reply to you earlier, but I don't see it 😅So, I only have a working title at the moment. I typically write YA fantasy and my current WIP is about a girl whose bad luck is so strong she can see it and it's beginning to grow in intensity. Eventually, strangers come into her life and she struggles to learn who are her friends and who is her enemy. At the same time, she's learning that there is so much more to the world than she ever could have imagined. All while dealing with an intense guilt over a lifechanging event from years ago....Hopefully people like it! LOL
This is something that I think a lot of folks, myself included, needed to hear. Thanks, Jacques.
yeah that leap of faith .. even when fully researched ..is still a leap!
I am a South Boston native ☘️ I found your channel scrolling one day + I love your content. You're talented + funny. I clearly remember the 2015 snow, especially compared to the nothing amount of snow this past winter. Wish you and your wife the best. You're a great team!
I will say this again... your "origin story" and lived experience is the stuff of keynote/commencement speakers! I know you have a packed schedule with performances, but y'all... someone get this man a keynote gig focused on risk-taking, hard work, resilience, and embracing your passions! You and G are such a dynamic duo.
I'd much rather have listened to him than the old gremlin politician/ capitalist my college brought in
Commencement speaches are a well paid gig!
Please more long form videos of Jack's stories and/or life advice. 🙏
We missed you at the Texas Scarborough RenFaire last month. My family couldn't brave that Saturday rain, but we thought we'd see you on Sunday. So did (apparently) 10,000+ other people who were looking to take advantage of some good weather. The line just to turn onto the street that should be the "line" was backed up over two miles, so we made the regrettable decision to try another weekend. My kids were terribly disappointed (we've seen your show several times in previous years and their love for your show is quite organic, as they are young enough to not have TikTok). I know you're much busier now, but we hope you come back next year!
Kudos to you for having the courage (and of course the support of Mrs. Jacque Ze Whipper and Scipio) to run away to the circus again! As someone who too left radio after seven years (local HS/college sports broadcasting) because I knew the drive to keep improving and grinding wasn’t there anymore, I certainly relate to the feelings you shared. Glad the whippy show is going strong and keeping you busy in 2024 and beyond!
Congratulations! You and your wife have our prayers for your continuing success!🎉
Great story to listen to. Also, hey... PUT YOUR PATREON LINK IN THE DESCRIPTION. That's some free YT advice :)
Wait, back up. Jacques Ze Whipper = Jack Lepiarz. It's gonna take me some time to process this.
Right?!
😂
And I still miss his voice on NPR.
Some *REALLY UNLADYLIKE* words came out of my mouth when I made that connection.
Like Batman and Bruce Wayne
I saw you in FL in 2023 and I'd had no idea you were just starting your full-time adventure! Loved your show and it's even cooler now that i know more about your story. Hang in there! A busier schedule while difficult can only help set you up in a better position for the future.
Watching this, I glance at my ‘Jaque ze whipper’ toy and smile. Your videos always make me smile, thank you.
(And it’s nice to find that my family aren’t the only ones who ‘scream’ back at our noisy cat, lol
I quit driving a forklift to have Narcolepsy. But on a serious note i wish i was steadfast in my music career when I was younger, could have been in a different place. But the narcolepsy diagnosis led to quitting and may be leading to a better suited career. Mid 30s are weird. Thirty and thriving. And it's nice that y'all can travel together. Hoping that the travel will bring you to Savannah
You-and G-are an inspiration, pursuing your best life. We’re the fortunate ones who get to benefit from the joy you two work so hard to provide!
I can't believe I just spent 15 mins sitting here, just listening to you talk! But you have such an entertaining way of storytelling, a voice like "budda", and handsome to boot! You should name your podcast, "Enjoy the Ride!" :)
I can relate. I've spent most of my career in middle management disability services but two years ago, I quit a well-paying job because the stress was literally killing me (I could feel it) and became a full-time self-employed ASL interpreter (I'd always worked it as a part-time side gig). BEST DECISION I'VE EVER MADE CAREER-WISE!! *I* determine my schedule, I decide what jobs to take or not take, I can take a day off if I want although that's sometimes the hardest thing to do as there's a lot of demand out there for what I do. I am my own boss! And I still make a good living doing it! Doing what you love or at least enjoy is THE most important thing career-wise. Glad you found yours!
I'll never get tired of this story ! Shoutout to G for the awesome video ;) It was very funny to see all those old clips. Keep up the good work you two, you make us frenchies very proud
Listening to this while making myself some lunch, you do have that great easy-to-listen radio voice and I'm glad that you used it in the past. Keep on whippin' on, Jacques.
I’m actually planning on driving down to Larkspur to catch you at the Colorado show. I’ll probably just see you and then leave.
Huge thanks to you and your wife for all of the smiles, laughter and joy you all provide across the country and all over the world.
I totally remember you from your NPR days. Heard you plenty of times here on KUOW when they would play your clips from WBUR. Congratulations on choosing “whipper life”!
I didn't know you were a radio man, now i get the radio demon joke
Its so weird to me hearing about my city in videos. Despite being objectively young, hearing the dates of the snowmaggedon and the Boston Bombing makes me feel old🤣
But seriously, hearing stories like yours makes me feel much more hopeful. It's good to be reminded you can change paths.
Jack. Thank you ao very much. Im currently in a job crisis, and a mental one as well. This helps a lot, just reminding me that i can do pretty much whatever i want. Thank you.
A perfect storm. Humor, style, and skill. Well done.
The voice ain't hard on the ears either! Whoohoo!
I caught your AGT performance purely by chance. Definitely swore really loud when I figured out why you sounded so familiar.
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us.
congrats! also would love to see you at the Ohio Renaissance Fair, but if that's not a possibility I shall simply continue to enjoy the clips uploaded here.
My daughter and I first saw you at the Tennessee Renaissance Faire some 10 or 12 years ago. You were our favorite show. We were so stoked when we saw you on Tik Tok and TH-cam. We were even more stoked to find out you worked for NPR.
I started watching you on Tiktok in 2020 because the only thing that distracted me from my six months of morning sickness was watching videos. I'm looking forward to seeing you in person in Larkspur.
Great story. Keep them coming! I have seen your shows at various ren faires across the US. Originally from the West Coast , I recently moved to the East Coast. Thank you for whipping joy across the land!
I am at the point in my life that I need to run away to the circus!
Always love seeing the kitty and love your sense of humor. Keeps turning a quick (naught) rhymes 😂
Great respect you‘ve done this step. I‘m in a similar situation. I wanna do something I think I will really enjoy. But sadly I can‘t afford it atm. I hope there will be a way to do it one day and it won‘t take long as I’m not the youngest anymore. Thanks for your video. Actually just watched it cause I saw some vids from you recently and I was a little bit curios about that whipper guy. Didn‘t expect such an important message for myself which fits so much to my current life. Thanks a lot! You done the right thing.
You and G have always been so inspirational. Love seeing you in Louisiana every year!
JACK! my first encounter outside of the TikTok-ish clips, and you really make a good impression. I loved your whole story, and I found elements of you that I wish were me. I am however within 2 years of retiring, so my opportunities with the circus may be a bit limited. I will have to be content to encourage fine individuals like yourself to keep going with something you love. Big thanks to the wife for her great help to you, and I know the value of B&H since I am an amateur photographer. Cheers from Texas!
This has the potential to be an incredibly inspiring and motivating autobiography. You could cover your winters by being a keynote speaker - the world is your oyster and it's amazing to see!
Your voice is golden!! Your renfaire show is everything!! Love to see you live in person at a show. We have a Renfaire show in Holly, MI. Love to see you there!!
I've just come across you, Jack, and love your work 😍 keep up the greatness, monsieur!
Well done you! ❤ You‘re right, sometimes one has to listen to that inner voice when it calls for change. I went into teaching at 42 and while it was a massive challenge, that truly was the best decision I ever made! 😊 So you could probably say that in my own way I joined a circus too - pretty much feels like it sometimes 😅 All the best from across the Atlantic (any shows in store for Germany, perhaps…? I‘m sure the Ramstein Community would love Jaques Ze Whipper to stop by one of these days) 🙃
I was a nurse for years, but I have a degenerative condition that makes walking difficult, so in my early 50s, I've gone back to school. It's fun and scary and I don't regret it at all.
Merci Jacques! Viva la whipper
Thank you for being so open, illuminating a career path that is not a straight line.
That’s something I personally have struggled with.
Im sad that i missed you KBUR/NPR gig, bit im glad to see your stuff on my social media. Congrats
Inspirational. ❤ I think this is such a great message for people who are worried about how to reinvent themselves. You can always start new. Can't wait to see you in Larkspur again!!
(And I so want to run away and join the circus. I do lyra, but definitely need the full-time job to fund training. Some circus can be so expensive.)
Thank you for sharing. It was great inspiration for myself trying to run away and become a TH-camr. Changing life trajectory is difficult (especially as you get older), but I like how you analyzed what work would bring you joy. I need to start looking at it the same way.
This guy is awesome! I love his shows! Well done sir!
My daughter loves Ren Faire. Shes been doing it since i think 2010 or 11. Loves it and i am so proud of her for it. Shes doing Colorado Ren Faire right now. She travels all over doing it.
oh my goodness, watching this is reminding me of how insane 2015 was, when we hit record low temps across NA. My French teacher at the time was in that Boston marathon and it's still crazy to me that it happened. I loved hearing your story!
I'm in a transitioning period between career plans too and the uncertainty has been stressing me out in the last few weeks. Your video, especially what you said at the end, has been very encouraging. Thank you~ truly
So glad you were able to go full time! You should come to the PA Renn Faire! Ours is weird as it's not really a summer season. Mostly fall and now they're trying to get some interest for winter shows.
To all who want to chase a dream, this is how you do it. Wisely, methodically, carefully but with determination. Steady pace in the direction you want to go. Walk before you run.
I wish you could come out to The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire in Irwindale, California, in the future. I volunteer there in St Ives Guild. I have enjoyed going to this faire since the 1970's in the Agoura Hills, California. Your quality of performance shines and gives enjoyment to many people including me. Glad I found your video/vlogs on Utube..... Hello 👋🏻 from Southern California 🌴😊
B&H Photo is literally THE BEST store for electronics! ❤
I am currently in Radio and it is way cool to hear your story. I have been watching your sorts for a while , Thank you for sharing!
Your success is well earned, and thank you for keeping me entertained!
I miss hearing you on WBUR in Boston but you should do what brings joy to you. I saw you at King Richard's Faire and marvelled at the crowd you attracted for your show. Happy for you!
I am trying to reconcile his adorable face with that of Jacques Ze Whipper. I need the stache, please.
Very enjoyable podcast, Jack! I would love if you did more like this, telling stories about your travels and experiences.
Now I see why you were so good at radio. You should do one of those ASMR book reading for one of those sleep apps.
Love the story. I admire your work ethics, dedication and passion to keep going. As well as have the bravery and self awareness to know what you want and make that change. Hard work = blessed life. Good for you.
I'd love to hear more about your time in radio. I work as an on-air personality myself, and I love geeking out with other voice performers.
Holy Cow, I apparently heard you on WBUR all the time when you were there. Neat. What an interesting journey, thanks for sharing.
So amazingly handsome - then and now!
Good for you! I am so happy for you, and hope one day i will get to enjoy one of your performances in person (currently live across the ocean.. )
I saw you in july 2022!! My first Renaissance, I loved it and quickly found you on social media.
Going to miss your ren show. But I hope that you have great life.
I went to school for archaeology and in my country you can easily get a job, but working your way up is a lot of hard work and even before finishing school I realized I didnt feel excited to do that. And the negatives of the job made me lose a lot of excitement for archaeology as a whole. I did however fall in love with something I never thought I would like: data analysis. I loved nothing more than taking the results of an excavation and analyzing them, but I found it really annoying how much of it end up coming down to interpretation and how often you lack a big enough data pool to really say anything of value, so a career in data analysis it is. And as a bonus there is way more money in it lol.
I truly want to see you in person hopefully in Maryland. I enjoy your Utube videos and can’t wait for new ones. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤
Loved hearing your story of how you started!
I have fond memories of attending a few festivals as a sixth grader up to when I was 22. The people, the shows, the locations.
I would now like to see a full musical, dance, whip dramedy giant movie, centered around circus life!
I cannot believe that I'd been listening to you for years on WBUR and saw you for so many videos as JZW, and never put the two together! Amazing career trajectory!
Great story, Jack! Loved the FLARF nod. Thanks for sharing!
Never be afraid of change. Like Jacques here, I, too, changed careers mid stream - or in my case, when I should have been thinking of retiring. After many years of working in the communications/management fields, I finished an Associates degree to jump start a new dream. At 56, I accepted a job with a Defense Contractor as a Systems Engineer - and I couldn't be happier!
Ah, the fact you have such a great voice makes sense now!
Your Voice is perfect for guided meditation ❤ also has anyone mentioned you look quite a bit like David Boreanaz?!
The UK needs a visit from JzW!
Your act is so funny and cool. Such a talented guy and a great voice. Have watched all of your videos and laugh and am entertained each time. Great going man.
I live in Boston now and Im interested in joining the circus, I can't seem to find many people here who are also interested but I'm hoping eventually things will fall into place and I'll find connections! As of now I'm trying to become more flexible
Loved this, and the message at the end. thanks, it was actually really what I needed to hear right this second.
I do hope that you eventually come to WI for Bristol. I know it's Adam's turf, but I would love to see you guys performing together!
BH is my bucket list store.
Wow I've totally been wondering this as long as I've been watching thanks for sharing your story I can't believe I missed you in California this year but next time I'm totally there❤
So true life is a journey and you never know where it is going to take you. I feel very happy for poeple who do theyr living with something they like to do. If work is fun its less work. I am living in Germany and we have a different school system than the US if you want to go to a College (Universität) you have to have Abitur (special kind of school examina). Normaly your are 19 when you finish. I started with 32 and fineshed with 35 and went than to college. Did not work out as planed, sadly. But I am happy I tryed.
Such an interesting journey! Also, You remind me of a cross between a young Robert Sean Leonard (actor), Chris Evans (Capt America) and John Krasinski
Really interesting to hear about your journey and how you got where you are now! Thank you for sharing!
I'm curious on how you travel, eat, and budget while doing shows. Obviously you are now making a living doing this and that is fantastic for you! Curious how one "lives as" since it is not something most people think about or when they do they think things like "they live in a trailer and don't have a house" (which by the background you have a house).
I don't think I've seen you at my ren faire (AZ has Adam, who I think you've worked with) but YT was like "hey! You like ren faire? Here's this stuff!" and you have been in my feed and your show looks great.
Omg that 2015 winter was awful. I remember waking up crying because I saw yet ANOTHER *FOOT* of snow and I was having to drive the hour drive to school. It was miserable.
So inspiring! I absolutely love this! 💚💚💚
You need to come to the Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire, Southern California. April through May.
It sounds like your wife is really supportive.
I hope you make it to Louisiana this November. I remember your show was my favorite years ago when we first went to the LA Ren faire. My daughter had you play Gummy Bear. I had never even heard of it until you whipped it.
“Early 30s”?! Looks 16 without the stash
I'd love to see you at the Bristol Ren Faire (between Chicago and Milwaukee)!
2024 jack looks same as 2006 jack, like only months passed....
NPR the best and I so loved listening to you. Thank you for all the good information. I only found out you and Jack the one and same on a well-known talent show. I was happily surprised.