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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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- 1 weeks ago52 min
Charles Greene III: Exposing Houdini
Charles 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 Houdini negatives Charles traced from an abandoned safe deposit box in Ohio to the mentalist Joseph Dunninger. Hear stories about the first photographs ever taken of the Milk Can Escape, why a single tugboat moved one image from Australia to Philadelphia, the rest moment hidden inside the Water Torture Cell, and the one photograph no expert has been able to identify.
- 4 weeks ago59 min
Anthony Heads: The Power of Storytelling
Anthony Heads, Sweden's leading paranormal illusionist and mentalist, traces his unconventional path from telling childhood ghost stories in the UK to founding the Stockholm Ghost Walk and building a singular career in paranormal performance. Discover why he resists the label of magician, how a 1600s cellar restaurant launched his 'real experiences,' what 'the bubble' really means, and how his books, "Practical Paranormal Performance" and "Live Storytelling for Magicians," codify his craft.
- Apr 19, 202655 min
Caroline Ravn: The Business Side of Show Business
Swedish professional magician and entrepreneur Caroline Ravn discusses her unique journey from theology student to international performer. During the interview, Caroline dives into the practical, non-magical lessons from her book, "The Business Side of Show Business," including defining a unique selling point, leveraging LinkedIn for corporate bookings, and the importance of having a "lost luggage" contingency plan. Learn how to thrive in the entertainment industry with this insightful episode.
- Mar 29, 20261h 8m
Lawrence Hass: Theory and Art of Magic
Lawrence 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 with Theory and Art of Magic Press. Discover how a David Copperfield special woke up a philosophy professor, what Eugene Burger's "Intimate Power" unlocked, and how a glass of wine at the Mystery School planted the seeds of "The Ross Johnson Legacy," Larry's landmark new book documenting the lifetime secrets of one of the world's greatest mentalists.
- Feb 28, 202651 min
Ruth Knafo Setton: Zigzag Girl
Ruth 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 including Eugene Burger, Teller, and Max Maven. Discover why she calls herself a storyteller who uses her pen as a wand, how a nameless character in an unfinished novel pulled her into the magic world, and why the seedy, resilient boardwalk of Atlantic City became the only possible home for her noir-tinged feminist thriller.
- Feb 12, 202652 min
Justin Higham: The Intuitive Magician
Justin 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 shares why improvisation, not repetition, is the key to mastering performance. In a broad-ranging conversation, Justin explains his A, B, and C List methodology, the concept of apposite magic, why magicians in 1970s TV detective shows represent the ideal for impromptu performances, and ways to overcome performance paralysis.
- Jan 18, 20261h 0m
Connie Boyd: The Power of Magical Women
Connie 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, and five career reinventions. Discover how the pandemic inspired her Magical Women project documenting female magicians, why Paul Romhany said "you've got enough here for a book," and the discovery aboit a 1903 book that rocked her world. Learn why representation matters and how these stories transcend magic itself.
- Dec 31, 20251h 5m
Ben Robinson: Magic, History, and the Outlaw Spirit
Master 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 drove his three-decade obsession with researching one mysterious file, why the bullet catch became legendary, and his philosophy: magic's greatest power lies not in tricks but in the artfulness of performance. Learn how legendary mentors shaped him and why transcendence through wonder remains the ultimate goal.
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About The Magic Book Podcast
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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