I Joined A Traveling Circus

SPECIAL THANKS to Circus Vargas for making this experience possible.

Narrated by Matthew Mercer

TEAM MK:
Executive Producer - Michelle Khare
Chief of Staff - Carissa S.
Production Sound Mixer - Tyler Shields

00:00 - Cold Open
00:58 - Joining the Circus
03:37 - Globe of Death
09:12 - First Live Performance
11:56 - Finding My Act
16:14 - Flying Trapeze
22:07 - Traveling with the Circus
25:54 - Final Performance

[emvasconcellos]

Michelle is literally like Barbie she knows how to do every job possible

[treyden]

people don't really understand the circus but you showed it off very well. It's about unlocking the feeling of wonder that we hardly ever get anymore

[Cosymoods]

Ring master:"The globe ia reaponsible for a dozen injuries and 4 deaths"
Michelle: " amazing"

[AerialJo]

I am a youth circus performer and seeing you putting yourself out there and not being afraid to fail inspires me so much. I actually have a performance tommorow lol.

[milevapuentedura]

As someone who went to a circus school until I was 16, I can confirm it's really about finding that one spark that tells you "That's my act"

[cameronsereno]

I work (behind the scenes) for Cirque du Soleil, and doing the same thing day in and day out can quickly become a slog, just like any other job. I needed to find this video when I did to remind myself why I do what I do. To see the magic again through someone else's lens gets me excited again. Thank you, Michelle, and well done (also, I used to work at KA and never heard the story Jonathan told. I'm gonna have to ask around about it).

[annrozenberga]

i used to jokingly say that i should just run away and join the circus but now i’m thinking i really should. Such incredible performers

[ppp]

I love that Michelle enters each 'Challenge Accepted!' with indomitable enthusiasm. It's also been interesting to see the challenges get more baroque and terrifying. Having said that, this is the first time I've seen Michelle stand wide-eyed and open mouthed in fear. And the she just freakin' did it!

[AARRROOONNNN_]

I honestly love her confidence when performing, especially because it's her first time and she has enough confidence to even do stuff like this

[raypierce]

I couldn’t have loved this more! As a trapeze instructor who has trained over 10, 000 people to fly on the trapeze and had Channing Tatum play me in a film about my teaching, I can only tell you that the Trapeze isn’t about holding on, it’s about letting go of what keeps you from flying. Stress, tension, fear, control issues, etc. Once you let go of what is holding you back in life, you’re free to soar! Congratulations on yet another great video!

[Zelda]

as a youth troupe circus performer and a long time fan of Michelle, I cannot believe this video finally happened. I was a especially happy to see flying trapeze as it was one of the first things I ever did in circus. I literally cried the first time I got up there from a fear of heights, but now I’m still doing this two years later. Circus really is magical. And to Michelle, if you ever see this, you are a huge inspiration for me and I thank you so so much for doing all of this and showing the beauty of circus. ❤

[Maggie_Readz]

26:55 I loved how it went from a heartfelt moment to people playing ping pong

[kimberlybeth]

The circus is a hard working and talented community that just wants to be respected. This challenge accepted was a real treat Michelle! 🎪

[erin]

the editing in this episode was truly phenomenal- the cut from the national anthem to the ping pong game was so cool

[sarahrose]

Her: 7:33 Don't kill me. I hope I don't die. Thank you.
4 months later, proceeds to do the most deathliest magic trick.

[cowboylikecaroline]

This is why Michelle is my favorite YouTuber. She isn’t fake like others. She isn’t boring like others. She puts out inspirational content that is entertaining, funny, and heartwarming. Thanks Michelle! You did great!

[smith.christina]

I cried so hard when that girl missed her triple flip. The people at the circus are so talented and I’m so happy Michelle gave us a glimpse into that world. I’ve never once thought about the art form and athleticism that’s needed to be in the circus. They’re so cool. This video was awesome! Wiping my tears now lol

[OliverMaximilian]

Dude, I am 36 and I am crying. I have been traveling around the world for the past 7 years doing photography, volunteering, and learning about culture and people. In the last 1–2 years, I have questioned myself a lot and been looking for my purpose and sense of what I am doing. This video triggered me so much to believe in myself, explore, try the unknown, and keep going to meet the most amazing and inspiring people. Thank you for that video. Self-expression combined with love and people is what life is about. ❤

[itsjapanic]

This video was honestly one of your best in my opinion, you and the team really nailed the balance between Michelle and the amazing family in this circus, I felt so immersed! One of the most underrated creators right now <3

[laurels]

So much respect for circus performers. They work incredibly hard and seem to be very kind, generous people. Michelle fits right in!