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Uncovering the rich history, innovative techniques, and extraordinary performers who have shaped the art of illusion through the written word. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, from the historical and cultural significance of magic books to practical advice on building a library. Hear insights into the creative process of writing and publishing magic books through firsthand accounts of their impact on our guests' lives and careers and the collaborative efforts that bring these texts to life. The Magic Book Podcast is your guide to the world of magic books, one episode at a time.
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- Frank Zazanis: Authentic Fabrications · 49 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 34Frank Zazanis performs and writes as Franklin Williams, one of three personas he has built, each with a book of its own on the way. His first book, “Authentic Fabrications,”…
- Michael Breggar: Know Brainer · 1 h 2 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 33Michael Breggar has spent nearly twelve years writing the "Auto-Magic" column in The Linking Ring. His book, "Know Brainer," published by H&R Magic Books, collects more than 35…
- Dr. Eric Colleary: Houdini's Library · 59 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 32Harry Houdini was one of the greatest collectors of his era. Every corner of his Harlem townhouse held books, playbills, prints, and ephemera. Within months of his death in 1926…
- Just Alan: Not Just Magic · 1 h 15 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 31For more than six decades, Woodstock's resident magician Alan Eisenson, known professionally as Just Alan, has made magic from his own life. In this episode, we discuss "Just…
- Christopher Carter: In The Spotlight · 1 h 0 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 30Chicago-based mentalist Christopher Carter discusses "In the Spotlight," named Penguin Magic's Book of the Year, which collects 28 routines and essays from a 35-year career…
- Scott Martell on Mr Fingers: The Magic of Irv Weiner · 1 h 2 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 29Massachusetts magician and historian Scott Martell discusses "Mr. Fingers: The Magic of Irv Weiner," his 338-page biography of the performing legend of the college circuit, 25…
- Jason Bird: Strolling for Dollars · 51 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 28Las Vegas magician Jason Bird discusses "Strolling for Dollars," his 580-page field guide to making a living doing walkaround magic, with a foreword by Jeff McBride. From a…
- Charles Greene III: Exposing Houdini · 52 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 27Charles Greene III returns to The Magic Book Podcast to discuss his new book, "Exposing Houdini: 52 Lost Glass Plate Images." The book features a previously unknown cache of…
- Anthony Heads: The Power of Storytelling · 60 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 26Anthony Heads, Sweden's leading paranormal illusionist and mentalist, traces his unconventional path from telling childhood ghost stories in the UK to founding the Stockholm…
- Caroline Ravn: The Business Side of Show Business · 56 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 25Swedish professional magician and entrepreneur Caroline Ravn discusses her unique journey from theology student to international performer. During the interview, Caroline dives…
- Lawrence Hass: Theory and Art of Magic · 1 h 8 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 24Lawrence Hass, a philosopher, performer, publisher, and Dean of Jeff McBride's Magic and Mystery School traces his unlikely path from academia to full-time magic and publisher…
- Ruth Knafo Setton: Zigzag Girl · 51 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 23Ruth Knafo Setton, author of award-winning thriller "Zigzag Girl," shares her journey from a childhood steeped in Moroccan wonder to studying performance magic with legends…
- Justin Higham: The Intuitive Magician · 52 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 22Justin Higham, British close-up magician and underground card magic legend who fooled both Dai Vernon and Ed Marlo, discusses his new book, "The Intuitive Magician." Justin…
- Connie Boyd: The Power of Magical Women · 1 h 0 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 21Connie Boyd, award-winning magician and author of "The Power of Magical Women," shares her journey from ballet to circus aerialist, Las Vegas headliner to cruise ship producer…
- Ben Robinson: Magic, History, and the Outlaw Spirit · 1 h 5 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 20Master magician and historian Ben Robinson reflects on his fifty-year journey from watching Fred Kaps on television to uncovering John Mulholland's secret CIA work. Discover what…
- Stuart Palm: Psychic Entertainment · 45 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 19Hong Kong-based psychic entertainer Stuart Palm shares his journey from bartending in post-9/11 New York to becoming one of Asia's premier performers. Discover how a brain…
- Alex Arnold Lee: From Cringe to Classic - Creating Dazzle · 56 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 18Fourth-generation magician Alex Arnold Lee shares how a cringeworthy moment in 2003 involving a broom suspension, dated music, and a baby doll costume, transformed her career…
- Jim Hagy: Chronicling Magicians and their Audiences · 55 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 17Jim Hagy began publishing magic history at age 11 and never stopped. Now a distinguished historian and author, he discusses his unique approach to magic's past - focusing on…
- Dr. Matt Tompkins: From Magic to Mind Control · 1 h 2 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 16Dr. Matt Tompkins, experimental psychologist and magician, explores the intersection of magic and cognitive science. From mastering coin tricks as a child to designing "fake mind…
- Jim Kleefeld: 60 Years of Magic & Mentalism · 49 min · Řada 1 Epizoda 15Professional magician Jim Kleefeld reflects on six decades of performing magic, revealing his strategic journey from children's performer to mentalism authority. Jim discusses…







