This is Love Albert and Alberta
Feb 7, 2024
Kourtney LaPlant, a former University of Florida student and mascot, shares her experience of wearing the mascot costume, dealing with heat and interacting with people. She also discusses the challenges of wearing dirty suits on game days and the gestures used by mascots. The speaker expresses passion for dressing up in costumes and offers ad-free episodes through Criminal Plus.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
High School Days and Band Encounters
01:37 • 13min
Auditioning for Alberta
14:08 • 2min
Promotions, Mascot Selection, and Training
15:38 • 2min
The Experience of Wearing the Mascot Costume
17:17 • 8min
Unpleasant and Unhygienic Suit Wearing on Game Days
25:44 • 3min
Gestures and Communication as Mascots
28:27 • 5min
The Joys of Dressing Up and Multi-Costume Halloween
33:29 • 2min