Wes Iseli is a full time professional Magician and Illusionist who performs all over the US with his family. This podcast will include magic stories, road stories, family stories, interviews & more.
In this episode we talked to Scot Nery all about his career in entertainment. Scot is a magician, contortionist, juggler, web designer, show producer, busker, business coach, actor, stunt man and more. I first learned of Scot through his show called Boobietrap which he ran up until 2020 and after a 5 year break is working on bringing it back. Scot has had a career in the entertainment business that others only dream about. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we recap our past month of shows, what's up with the kids, and Natalie falling down the stairs, Mother's Day and much more. wesiseli.compatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Kevin James, an amazing performer who made his first international TV performance in the early 1980's. He has had an amazing run on AGT with viral videos catapulting him into a short list of must have acts and even got him an invitation to perform his act at the White House for the first family. He is known as The Inventor on tour with The Illusionists. Along with his amazing magic and inventions he is known in the magic community as one of the good guys. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Alex Boyer who is fresh off his Netflix TV show called Big Trick Energy he did with his friends Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc & Wes Barker. Alex talked about his start in magic, his Fool Us appearance, his creative process and detail to set design and much more. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we all get together to talk about our time with Willow as she was our babysitter and lived with us for 5 years. Lana & Willow have become as close as sisters and Willow wanted to come over for a few days to hang out with us. We have been asked by several listeners to record a podcast with Willow about her time with us so here it is. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Kim Wiest all about her work in the medical field. Focusing on gut health she shared many everyday problems with the body that can be tracked back to the gut everytime. She was a wealth of knowledge and we learned alot and we think you will too...wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode Natalie & I discuss recent shows, Natalie's Birthday, Natalie studying for her nutrition classes on the road, magic classes and much more. wesiseli.compatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to David Starr who has done so much that this podcast can't even cover it all. He has created Rockstarr Designer Wear and has taken his creations to fashion show runways in Milan, New York, Florence, Berlin & Las Vegas. He is an actor in TV & movies, he is a production designer, and worked with live theater and concert entertainers like Kevin Heart, ALABAMA, 50 Cent, Shania Twain, David Copperfield, Criss Angel and many more. This is just the tip of the iceburg of his list of creations and credits. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode we recap the past few weeks which included Lana's Ballet recital and Musical Theater performance. All 5 of us got a real bad cold which was flu like at the beginning and we all have a caugh that is still lingering 2 weeks later. The boys saw us performing metamorphosis up close and they thought it was awesome! So many animals are coming out around our house now like turkeys, squirrels, deer, bears, and more all because we don't have dogs anymore. All this and much more... wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Greg Irwin who developed and introduced the world to Finger Fitness. He talks about developing his original book, appearing on Johnny Carson's Tonigh Show and much more. This episode is more for the viewers than the listeners because Greg shows us his amazing dextrrity and "Tricks" with his hands and excercise tools. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Erik all about his magic theater that has moved from Gatlinburg to Sevierville. He has spent 3 months creating his new theater. A huge bonus for his new place is parking, which used to cost $20.00 alone just to see his show but is now free. We talked magic, Peppa Pig, book reviews and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we recap our past few weeks that haven't really been that eventful so we end up answering questions from the internet which were 3 questions sheets mixed into 1 game. Topics were: 1. Questions your kids may want answers to 2. conspiracy theories 3. silly questions. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to John Measner who is a midwest magician who performs magic shows, illusion shows, and even does a bit of stilt walking. John has a love for the history of magic and Chicago magic and is very passionate about performing. wesiseli.com Patreon.com?wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Lisa Bischoff who in the past was a hacker, an identity thief, safe cracker and more who turned her life around and now helps others with her coaching to realize that the past is in the past and doesn't define who you truly are. wesiseli.com Partreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we recap the past month talking about performing outside shows in winter, office work, snow causing shows to reschedule, Wes' adventure with his father in law at the outdoor show and much more... wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to comedy magician Eric Buss all about his amazing carreer in magic. We cover it all, from his start in dove magic to his snake can symphony closer. Eric has been on late night tv shows and performed at comedy clubs and cruise ships & even the Montreal comedy festival. Eric is a working pro who's originality is not overlooked. We even get away from magic to talk about his tree houses and his epic Halloween displays. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Alan Katz who is a writer and producer. Alan is most known know for being the writer of HBO'sTales From the Crypt. Alan has amazing Hollywood stories and has worked with Robert Zemeckis, Richard Donner, Christopher Reeves, Tom Hanks, Michael J Fox & so many more household names and he even tells a crazy Sylvester Stalone story too. This was a really fun podcast about horror, Hollywood and more. wesiseli.com Pateron.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Wes Barker who is a comedy magic who has donemagic on TV and around the world. From working on the tv show tricked to performing on Wizard Wars and Fool Us we talk about it all including his recent appearance on Kill Tony and much more. This was a really fun episode! wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode Natalie & I catch you up on what we have been doing since New Years Eve. We talk about our dog passing away, Willow our live in babysitter moving out since Lana is 13 years old and the boys are now five, and much more. Wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Donna Hall all about her new Podcast called "The Hall Closet" where she talks about her crime family and what she saw and how it affected her. Donna is a fun guest who is open to sharing her story if only to effect or inspire one person. She is focued on season 1 right now where she talks about her dad snitching to the police and getting over 20 people put in prison and even 1 man wrongfully committed & sent to death row. She is working behind the scenes laying out season 2 now but is taking it one day at a time as this story is hard to tell and people effected are still alive. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Marc DeSouza who is an award winning magician and collector of magic all about his newest endevor The House Of Magic. The House of Magic will be a magic Theater, Museum of Magic and meeting space for events. Opening very soon... wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode Natalie & I catch you up on our Christmas and plans for The New Year then we talk about the amazing 2024 we had. We talked about renewing our vows with Penn & Teller walking Natalie down the isle, taking the boys to the Dino park and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode Natalie talk about all things Christmas. Natalie makes a huge announcement. We talk shows, shopping, church play, baking, wrapping and much more. With a family of 5 this tight everyday is an adventure. Wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Anne Alexander-Sieder an amazing actress who after a 16 year break from acting to start a family in Germany has rekindled her love of acting and now has a list of credits a mile long on IMDB. You can see her right now on Amazon in the new Hallmark Christmas Movie called A Heidelberg Holiday. She also has a podcast called Act_Bold where she talks to other actors and gives advice and tips on how to get more roles and become the best you can be in that field. If all that isn't enough she is also a coach and helps people from all walks of life create workshops to help others discover their passion, whatever that is. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Thomas Moon who is a motivational speaker and author. Thomas has an amazing message about overcoming obstacles and speaks from personal experiance from living with Cerebral Palsy, being abandoned at 3 years old, being placed in foster care and much more. He is truly a role model of turning your dreams into reality no matter how insurmountable it seems. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode we talk with Kristy Sumner all about her and her company Soul Sisters Paranormal where she and her twin sister and friends travel to some of the most reportdly haunted locations across the U.S. as well as private homes and businesses, to investigate claims of paranormalactivity. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about our Thanksgiving traditions, Natalie gives healthy tips to get through the weekend, we talk about charity and giving back during the holiday season, Natalie lets our internet company have it over our recent issues & much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode Natalie & I talk about being stood up by Santa, Wes' coffee corner, a recent theater show, Mike Tyson's awful fight with Jake Paul, Lana's playing card art and much more. wesiseli.com patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Magician and busker Frank DeVille who spends everyday he is able entertaining folks on the Santa Monica Pier. Frank is really funny and has a unique performing style. Frank goes over act for years and the thinking that goes into his routines really shows. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about recording on election night then cover everything we did during the week from carving pumpkins to our Halloween party and getting pied in the face repeatedly & much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about all things Halloween, Halloween traditions, Halloween history, our childhood Halloweens and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode we talk to Mentalist & Magician David Magee who now performs almost exclusivly in the resorts in Cancun Mexico. David is an amazing entertiner and a has a wealth of magic and showbiz knowledge. We always enjoy hanging out with him and spending time with him and I think you will too. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about Wes' Facebook group he recently sold and we catch you up on everything that has been going on since last week (which was a lot) Wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about our 45 shows at the farm this fall, our twins turning 4, Spirit Halloween now turning into Spirit Christmas after Halloween & much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Lady Sarah and Keith Fields who are amazing magicians and comedic performers from England who now live in the US in Detroit. They run their own weekly show called The Magic Soiree and Keith also sells magic that he has created to magicians all over the world. They are an amazing couple who know magic and comedy and enjoy sharing their knowledge with up and coming performers, all of this and much more in this episode... wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we recap our trip to the Magicians Alliance of Eastern States Magic Convention A.K.A. MAES & our trip to Cancun where we took vacation this year. We talk about dealing with illness and a real scare for our safety while out of the country and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk about recent shows, planning for our MAES trip and Cancun, Natalie's new gun, and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to our 12 year old daughter Lana all about her memories growing up on the road. Working with mom and dad, performing illusions, escapes, dove magic and more. Lana was first on stage at 4 days old and has been on the road with us ever since. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epiosde we talk to Canada's 2 time Magic Champion Eric Leclerc. Eric has amazing credits such as Fool Us Fooler, his own TV show called Big Trick Energy, he was the resident magician on Brain Games and appearances on MTV and more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Gregory Meadows about his work as a life coach. He works with men and men's groups, families, couples, and children. He had great advice on all these topics as well that he gave out freely during our episode. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we catch you up on everything we have been up to since our last time together. We performed on the stage where we did our first illusion show recently. We booked our Cancun vacation for this September. We talk about a new bit we are working on inspired by Penn & Teller with Penn & Teller's blessing. We talked about Natalie car problems recent shows and more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk with Magician Shawn Farquhar and Director Jon Ornoy about their new film Lost In The Shuffle. This movie has magic, magic history, the history of playing cards, & on top of all that the main theme of the movie is a 500 year old cold case murder investigation that may finally have answers... wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to my friend and Magician John Kingry all about magic, his real job (Investment Banking), martial arts, bonzi trees, and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Marine Biologist Heather Spence. We talk about her research with dolphins, her mixed media music, & and all things ocean life. This is just the tip of the iceberg of what Heather does and knows, we are already in talks about getting her back on in the future. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Australian magician Joel Howlett. He has been a full time magician for the past 20 years and does it all from close up to large scale illusions and everything in between. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode Natalie & I recap our past couple of weeks of performing and talk about our crazy busy schedule we have had recently. From bachelor parties, resorts, company parties to library shows & more we are right in the middle of our busiest time of the year. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Danny Archer who is a magician, creator, and co owner of the Smoke & Mirrors Theater in Pennsylvania. Danny talks about his start in magic, his amazing restaurant gig he had in Vale and how he came up with the idea of his theater and everything in between. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we to talk Joanna all about potty training tips, parent coaching, family counseling and much more. We do a deep dive in our crazy lifestyle of trying to potty train twins while on the road most days. She is a wealth of knowledge and such a fun guest, it ended up being one of those episodes that just flew by. Wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this epsiode we catch you up on all things going on with Team Iseli. We talk about recent shows, getting new tires, kids at camp, card repairs and much much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Rebekah Kochan who is an amazingly talkented entertainer and creator. Rebakah is an actress, comedian, writer, director, co-owner of Golden Artists Entertainment. We talk about working on horror movies, touring Alsaka doing comedy shows and much more. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli
In this episode we talk to Alan Paoletti who is a magician/mentalist from Texas. Alan & I have become friends over the past couple of years and we talk on the phone often, talking business and magic which made this podcast so easy. wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli