LIVING ON THE EDGE with guest Dai Andrews

Deep Dives

01-08-2024 • 54 minutos

Dai Andrews, a world record-holding sword swallower, escape artist, and master of mind over body, discusses his unique career path on this week's episode of Deep Dives. Andrews dives into his fascination with the extraordinary, which began at a young age. He details the challenges and triumphs of being a teenage performer and how his time spent honing his craft in Europe shaped his skills. The interview explores the mechanics and risks of sword swallowing, including Andrews' experience swallowing some extraordinary swords. Andrews also sheds light on the scientific explanation behind sword swallowing and his involvement in medical research related to the practice. The discussion dives into Andrews' other skills, including escape artistry and mind over body feats, and how he incorporates elements of comedy and music into his performances. Don't miss this episode of Deep Dives!