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Episode 525: Bonus Episode: Jim interviews John at a recent Minnesota Mystery Night event.
Season 5 Episode 25
In this bonus episode of the podcast, long-time collaborators John and Jim discuss John's diverse career, from low-budget filmmaking to his popular "…
10 months ago
Episode 524: Master Magician Lance Burton returns … and then a sneak peek at the latest Eli Marks book, “Twisting the Aces.”
Season 5 Episode 24
Master magician Lance Burton returns to share how early inspirations and pivotal mentors shaped his career. He delves into his philosophy on the impo…
10 months ago
Episode 523: A look back at some key thoughts from David Regal … and then Chapter 23 of “The Linking Rings” – the final chapter!
Season 5 Episode 23
David Regal shares his love for creating magic tricks, focusing on the joy of creativity and problem-solving over selling them. Plus, the FINAL chapt…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Episode 522: Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Jon Armstrong.
Season 5 Episode 22
In this interview excerpt, Jon Armstrong compares magicians to superheroes, emphasizing the importance of relatable abilities and a clear identity fo…
11 months ago
Episode 521: The Midwest Magic Machine: Mikayla Oz's 100+ Show Summer Strategy … and then Chapter 21 of “The Linking Rings.”
Season 5 Episode 21
Mikayla Oz shares her strategy for high-volume performance, including interacting with audiences pre-show to break the ice, then talks about The Magi…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Episode 520: Chapter Twenty of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Jonathan Levit
Season 5 Episode 20
Jonathan Levit talks about an early magic consulting (and acting) gig on “The X-Files,” and performing in front of Ricky Jay!
A Few Minutes With… Jon…
11 months, 4 weeks ago
Episode 519: The Cosmic Romantics Share Their Unconventional Journey into Magic and Matrimony. … and then Chapter 19 of “The Linking Rings.”
Season 5 Episode 19
The duo candidly discusses the advantages of their diverse performance backgrounds, including music, juggling, and even jiu-jitsu, in creating entert…
1 year ago
Episode 518: Chapter Eighteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… David Kaye – aka, Silly Billy.
Season 5 Episode 18
David Kaye talks about the difference between doing magic for kids versus adults … and then more from “The Linking Rings.”
A Few Minutes With… David …
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 517: Magical Notes: John Sturk on blending Music, Improv & Magic … and then the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.”
Season 5 Episode 17
From tickling the ivories as an improv pianist to leading the Society of American Magicians as its president, John Sturk shares how his diverse perfo…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 516: Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Joshua Jay.
Season 5 Episode 16
Joshua Jay talks about the dangers of The Bullet Catch and other tragic magic … and then more from “The Linking Rings.”
A Few Minutes With… Joshua Ja…
1 year, 2 months ago