Knife Throwing Performance Insights

The speaker shares their career journey from being a director in exercise physiology to opening a pool hall, where they discovered a natural talent for knife throwing at age 50. They discuss their philosophy on knife throwing, emphasizing safety and risk management, especially concerning the target girl. The speaker addresses common questions about their act, confirming the use of real knives and acknowledging past incidents where the target was scraped but never impaled.

What career did the speaker pursue after leaving the university?

• Opened a restaurant

• Became a professional athlete

• Joined a friend's emergency medicine practice

• Started a tech company

At what age did the speaker discover his talent for knife throwing?

• 50 years old

• 40 years old

• 60 years old

• 30 years old

What does the speaker believe about natural talents?

• They are inherited from parents

• Everyone has a natural talent they need to discover

• Only a few people have natural talents

• They are developed through hard work

Why does the speaker prefer to throw around the target?

• It looks more impressive

• It is easier to aim

• It is a traditional technique

• It ensures the target lasts longer

What is the speaker's primary concern during his acts?

• The size of the target

• The speed of the knives

• The target girl's safety

• The audience's reaction

What is the 'wheel of death' in the context of the speaker's acts?

• A type of knife

• A spinning target

• A safety device

• A performance stage

Where do the knives come from during the speaker's performances?

• The back of the board

• The audience

• The speaker's hand

• A hidden compartment

Has the speaker ever hit the target girl during a performance?

• No, but close calls

• No, never

• Yes, but only minor scrapes

• Yes, with serious injuries

What does the speaker emphasize about the incidents during performances?

• They are part of the thrill

• They are unavoidable

• They are exaggerated by the media

• They highlight the need for control and safety

What happens if the speaker pulls in too fast during a stunt?

• The knife misses the target

• The knife falls to the ground

• The knife hits the board

• The knife scrapes the target girl