Is Trump Really a Clown?
In this episode of the Clown Spirit podcast, Barnaby delves into the misuse of the term 'clown' as an insult, focusing on Tim Cunningham's Washington Post article that argues against calling political figures like Donald Trump clowns. Barnaby reflects on the word's dual significance both as a professional title and as an archetypal character. He explores the deeper truths that clowns reveal through their foolishness and the cultural potency of using the term in political critique. The episode challenges listeners to navigate the tension between protecting the sacred art of clowning and embracing its messy, contradictory meanings, ultimately questioning whether the term should be policed or allowed its complex, paradoxical existence.
