Join us for a captivating episode of "Life is a Circus" where host Stacy Yardley sits down with the dynamic Nicole Portwood. Discover the rollercoaster tale of Nicole's journey from a medical hopeful to a gleeful clown, and the serendipitous events that led her to the circus. Dive into the nitty-gritty life on a circus train – the laughs, the tight quarters, and the unforgettable memories. You'll lean in as they share the story of Nicole's daring stilt-walking incident and how it led to a life-changing relationship. This episode is filled with heartwarming anecdotes, the power of perseverance, and pearls of wisdom on finding joy and purpose in life's unpredictable moments.

In the world of clowning, Maggie is the vibrant alter ego of Nicole Portwood, who also juggles roles as an EMT and substitute teacher during the week. On weekends, she transforms into Maggie, a seasoned clown with a passion for spreading joy. Nicole’s journey began at 17 when she worked as a clown at a local amusement park, leading her to train at the prestigious Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College and travel for four years with the "Greatest Show On Earth." In addition, she’s performed at other well-known amusement parks like Disneyland, Disney World and Six Flags and has been an instructor for World Clown Association, Clowns of America International and more. From local stages to international venues, Nicole delights audiences with her ever-expanding repertoire of skills, always seeking new challenges to keep her performances fresh and exciting.

Website: https://www.maggietheclown.com/

Stacy Yardley is a Certified Life Coach and Transformation Catalyst specializing in guiding women in business to create more joy, self fulfillment, and satisfied life. Her work includes working with high performance women to create better boundaries, release perfectionism and breakthrough imposter syndrome through self mastery. Drawing from her experience as a former professional circus showgirl, Stacy is passionate about empowering individuals to realize their dreams and unlock their inner potential. Through empathy and intuitive guidance, Stacy helps women harness their personal power to achieve greater well-being and thrive in all aspects of their lives. Based in Vancouver, WA, Stacy enjoys exploring hiking trails, preparing fresh vegan meals, and cherishing moments with loved ones in her free time.

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