Today our guest is Nicholas Polk, a Northeastern University Alumnus, a comedic performer, a sketch comic, standup comedian, mime, writer, and clown. We discuss LGBTQ+ and POC representation in the media, the price to put on a show or perform, and the clown scene in Chicago and Los Angeles. 
Trigger warning: suicidal thoughts related to being LGBTQ+
Check out his Instagram: @febrezefartss 
Check out my Website and Instagram: https://www.emicoproductions.com/ @empersico @artistswithem @emicoproductions

Julie Perkins

A podcast to get down to basics with every type of Artist.
Definition of "artist" for this show is anyone who creates or shares an experience or creative product.  We discuss intersectionality, queer topics, mental health, and the process of creating. Guests range from clowns, filmmakers, musicians, writers, etc. 
Hosted by Em Persico who is a clown, singer-songwriter, and filmmaker. They use (they/them) pronouns, they are non-binary, and identify under the queer unbrella. Please enjoy!