Podcasts about Magic Castle

SUMMARY: We talk about how sports is portrayed in TV and film. Paul notes how CERN is performing alchemy. Jacob joins the 'seeing Guns N' Roses' club and gets to chat with their audio guys. Matt has his favorite week at the Magic Castle. Plus, the funniest sex worker story and a Price is Skrite.

Franco Pascali was a member of the Junior Program at The Magic Castle and has become a rare blend of hyper-visual cardistry practitioner and hands-off mentalist. Franco's style is marked by contrast, and his audiences go crazy for it. He joins the show to discuss aesthetics, creativity, and his show at The Roosevelt.

Penn shares memories and reflects on the life, career, and immeasurable generosity of spirit of Juan Tamariz, plus the easiest book Penn has ever written, thoughts on Penn & Teller's Magic and Mystery Tour, a Thanksgiving dinner gone wrong, Matt performs at the Magic Castle and reflects on his career in comedy and magic as he comes up on a milestone anniversary, and lots more.

A new LAist investigation reveals L.A.'s homeless services agency sent millions of tax dollars to an embattled non-profit. The Dodgers are partnering with controversial prediction site Kalshi. And the Magic Castle is teaming up with Knott's Scary Farms this spooky season. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

New pod is out! The SaDBoys talk about recent outfits, from Spencer's rugged ivy look for Disneyland to a backyard wedding that asked guests to wear florals and vibrant colors in lieu of dark cocktail attire. This prompted a discussion centered around appreciating External Occasions, the rare times where an event specifically calls for a dress code or themed outfits. That could be a wedding— or attending the Magic Castle, Hollywood's famous invite-only club that requires a strict dress code (suits only, no separates) if you are to enjoy being entertained by the magicians contained within its walls. Of course, nothing beats a day where you get dressed for yourself, like wearing a white suit to treat yourself to a coffee. It's a fun episode that is guaranteed to get you thinking about how you dress for the Occasions in your life, whether they're internal or externally motivated! Ethan's Blog: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2026/08/24/playing-with-dress-codes-green-tailoring-and-external-occasions-revisited/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/

This week, Alex welcomes perennial favorite (and recently retired) guest George Levy back to the show to talk about his new book,  Motorsports Mavericks, on which he partnered with his dear friend, the late Pete Biro–photographer, editor, and magician extraordinaire. The book focuses on the personalities and world of motor racing in the 1960s, so George and Alex have plenty to talk about.The pair cover being in that special "someplace else" as a race photographer; the bygone decathletes of motor racing; the effect of dropping Biro's name, whether at the track or the Magic Castle; the importance of the human connection in motorsports; shooting mere inches from race cars at full chat; pulling the tablecloth trick for Bruce McLaren; the humanity of Dan Gurney; mining oral history instead of "writing the third book"; the personal cost of losing drivers and friends to the cruel sport; and money, fame, and girls for John Morton.George encourages patronizing your local enthusiast bookstore, should you be lucky enough to have one nearby. And if you're really lucky, you can find him at these upcoming signings—he promises a signed copy is only worth 20% less than a regular one!September 12: 8am-12pmPasteiner's33202 Woodward Ave.Birmingham, Michigan248-646-2886pasteiners.comSeptember 19Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum6825-31 Norwitch Dr.Philadelphia, PA 19153215-365-7233Simeone-Museum-Header-1024x576.pngsimeonemuseum.orgOctober 10: 10am-1pmAutobooks-Aerobooks2900 Magnolia Blvd.Burbank, CA 91505818-845-0707autobooks-aerobooks.com

W odcinku nr 207 Patryk rozmawia z założycielem Akademii Iluzji, inicjatorem Kraków Magic Session, jednym z nielicznych Polaków, którzy pojawili się w Magic Castle w Hollywood i prawdopodobnie najbardziej rozpoznawalnym iluzjonistą karcianym w internecie. Zapraszamy na rozmowę z Michałem Kulikiem!

In this episode, Adam Christing shares insights on how humor can be effectively integrated into presentations to engage audiences, build trust, and reinforce messages. Discover practical tips, frameworks, and stories to become a funnier, more relatable speaker.Chapters04:01 The Power of Clean Comedy05:57 Framework: Doesn't Have to Be Filthy to Be Funny08:04 Humor as a Trust Shortcut09:58 The Magic Castle and Embracing Weaknesses13:03 Getting Started with Humor: Surprise and Spontaneity14:51 The Five Laugh Languages: Surprise, Poke, In-Jokes, Wordplay, Amplify20:07 Self-Deprecating Humor and Flaws as Strengths 24:58 In-Jokes and Shared Experiences29:52 Testing and Customizing Humor for Your Audience39:46 The Role of Authenticity and Audience Connection49:57 Practical Tips for Incorporating Humor01:00:02 Conclusion and Resources for Developing Humor Skills ResourcesThe Laughter Factor by Adam ChristingCleanComedians.comSpeak Different by David Rendall and Stan Phelps

All the way from Cape Town, South Africa, a chat with Magic Castle Junior Member, Anja Steyn, about (among other things) incorporating her love of horror films and Halloween into her magic. And then the next chapter from "Twisting the Aces." Anja Steyn Interview starts at 02:10:00"I Love That" starts at 00:25:57Chapter Fourteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:42:40 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDAnja Steyn on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U-JAPfth3jwill-advised by Bill Nighy: https://www.ill-advisedbybillnighy.com/Ben Rhodes: All We Say: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/717294/all-we-say-by-ben-rhodes/Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Carisa Hendrix a magician, comedian, fire eater, and the creative force behind the character Lucy Darling, a glamorous socialite who's become an internet sensation. Guest host Gill Deacon speaks with the multi-talented Carisa as she prepares for a performance at Just for Laughs Montreal. She talks about finding a community of magicians in Calgary, breaking into the male-dominated field of magic, and the unlikely journey from sideshows and circus stages to the Guinness World Records and the legendary Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Los Angeles hides an almost overwhelming number of ghosts behind its glamour, from the piano-playing spirit at Hollywood's Magic Castle and the body found in the Cecil Hotel's water tank to the sex-magick rocket scientist, Father Yod's robed disciples, and the cults that made the City of Angels a capital of the occult.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/hauntedlaREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p98dtw7CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:24.727 = Hollywood's Haunted Magic Castle00:09:13.905 = Los Angeles' Haunted Hotels ***00:27:05.636 = Los Angeles: City of the Occult ***00:51:50.907 = L.A. Ghosts ***01:01:24.337 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“Hollywood's Haunted Magic Castle” by Christina Sanza for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/nhdf2f29“Los Angeles' Haunted Hotels” by Andy Miller from Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mvbdcwac“L.A. Ghosts” by Jen Lennon for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/39xypc6c“Los Angeles: City Of The Occult” by Christine Aprile for Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4y9rj77r(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: April, 2021This episode of Weird Darkness turns to Los Angeles, the City of Angels, and the almost overwhelming number of ghosts, haunted hotels, and occult history hiding behind its glamour, from the Magic Castle and the Cecil Hotel to the sex-magick rocket scientist Jack Parsons, cult leader Father Yod, and the ghosts of Griffith Park.It opens inside Hollywood's Magic Castle at 7001 Franklin Avenue, the private clubhouse of the Academy of Magical Arts, where the Houdini Séance Room honors a magician who spent his career trying to debunk spiritualism and left his wife Bess the code phrase "Rosabelle, believe" for contact from the afterlife. The castle carries the story of Irma, the piano-playing ghost said to have died in 1932 and returned to the mansion built in 1909 by Rollin B. Lane, along with the ghost of magician Dai Vernon near his favorite seat in the Palace of Prestidigitation, the unidentified girl in the Haunted Cellar, and a Halloween 2011 fire that started at the exact time of Houdini's 1926 death and gutted the Dante Room while sparing the Houdini Room.From there the episode checks into the haunted hotels of Los Angeles, beginning with the Knickerbocker, which opened in Hollywood in July of 1929, hosted Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio on their honeymoon, and staged Bess Houdini's tenth and final rooftop séance the night an isolated thunderstorm struck the building alone. It moves through the Ambassador on Wilshire Boulevard, where Robert F. Kennedy was gunned down by Sirhan Sirhan in the kitchen on June 4, 1968, the Rosslyn Annex with its forgotten Prohibition speakeasy, the Alexandria and its bricked-off phantom wing, the Biltmore where Elizabeth Short, the Black Dahlia, was last seen before her 1947 murder, and the Cecil Hotel, home to serial killers Richard Ramirez and Jack Unterweger and the site where guest Elisa Lam was found dead in the rooftop water tank in 2013 after guests complained the water tasted strange.Next the episode traces L.A.'s long history of the occult, running from Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard and his early Pasadena partnership with rocket scientist Jack Parsons, who performed the "Babalon Working" ritual and later died at 37 in a home laboratory explosion, to Charles Manson and the Family murders of August 1969 that killed Sharon Tate and six others, Carlos Castaneda and the Yaqui shaman Don Juan Matus who launched the New Age movement, and Jim Baker, the marine turned messiah Father Yod, who took fourteen wives and led the Source Family from a Hollywood Hills mansion. It covers avant-garde filmmaker Kenneth Anger and the witch Marjorie Cameron, the 1920 LAPD raid on the Mazdaznan sun-worshipers, the love-cult of Edith Maida Lessing at Mount Helios, the Devil's Gate Dam in Pasadena, and the curse Petronilla Feliz laid on the land that became Griffith Park.The episode closes with a tour of famous L.A. ghosts: the more than one hundred jumpers off Pasadena's Colorado Street "suicide bridge," including Myrtle Ward, whose daughter survived the fall; the body parts Marines found in a freezer at the abandoned Rancho Los Amigos hospital in 2006; picnic table number 29 in Griffith Park, where a couple was crushed by a falling tree in 1976; Bela Lugosi's hearse drifting past his favorite cigar shop; the many spirits of the Queen Mary docked in Long Beach; the unsolved 1929 deaths of Ned Doheny and Hugh Plunkett at Greystone Mansion; the ghost of Superman actor George Reeves; and Bob Baker, still haunting his marionette theater alongside the dead puppeteers who worked there.

In 1973 Alan Bursky burst on the comedy scene in a big was when he was just 17 and being the youngest comedian to ever perform on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show. He was also involved in booking entertainment in the early days of the Magic Island. But long before that when he was growing up in New York, he developed a friendship with David Kotke aka David Copperfield. Later while on the comedy circuit, he befriended Freddie Prinze who starred in “Chico and the Man” television series. He was a roommate with Freddie for a while. He also booked Steve Martin and Rodney Dangerfield, among many other notable comedians. Now he is preparing for going back out to sea doing comedy on cruise ships. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize This week, Alan and Scott Wells chat in a room at the Magic Hotel in Hollywood, next to the Magic Castle. Throughout our chat, Alan kept looking/scrolling through his phone as he looked for old photos to back up many of the stories he shares in this episode (which are posted here on the website.) Among the stories, he tells us about attending Hugh Hefner's parties in the Playboy mansion, he also shares some inside stories from the Magic Castle and gives us a personal glimpse of David Copperfield's personal life. Pulling No Punches Scott Wells with Alan Bursky Download Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here.

Playing the Hand You Are Dealt: Finding Power in Life's Hardest Moments with John Kippen Think you're an expert in your field? Get your FREE Expert Authority Score today at http://ExpertAuthorityQuiz.com Today's guest on the Expert Authority Coach Podcast is John Kippen, author of Playing the Hand You Are Dealt, who shares how a brain tumor removal traumatized his facial nerve, leading him to hide for over 12 years before returning to life through performing magic, including at the world famous Magic Castle in Los Angeles. Kippen explains how he landed a TED Talk focused on treating differences with respect and compassion, recounts a restaurant interaction with a curious child, and discusses asking for opportunities, including performing for Alex Trebek. LINKS MENTIONED: John's Website – http://www.JohnKippen.com John's Book Playing The Hand You're Dealt - https://amzn.to/4f6G5uJ John's Ted Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/john_kippen_being_different_is_my_super_power_magic_saved_my_life Christine's Website – http://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.com --------------------------------------- 00:00 Expert Authority Quiz 00:51 Podcast Welcome 01:51 Meet John Kippen 03:20 TED Talk Origin 06:19 Magic Castle Memories 08:21 Childs Honest Question 11:34 Tumor Surgery Aftermath 13:17 Writing the Book 14:25 Jamie Lee Curtis Connection 17:28 Asking Creates Opportunities 19:01 Living in the Present 20:01 Bucket List Costa Rica 22:34 Where to Find John 24:34 Free Book Gift 25:28 Final Takeaways

After a short break, DJ & Kelly are back—and kicking off a brand new era of Locked & Probably Loaded. This week, we catch up on everything that's happened while we were away, including Kelly's birthday celebration at the legendary Magic Castle, where one impossible illusion left us questioning reality (seriously... where did that goose come from?). Kelly's brother Scott joins us to tell the unbelievable story of accidentally getting turned away at the Magic Castle because of the dress code, leading to a frantic Hollywood scooter adventure, an emergency wardrobe change, and one very memorable entrance. We also review every movie we've seen since DJ got his Regal Unlimited pass, including Backrooms, Masters of the Universe, The Sheep Detectives, I Love Boosters, Disclosure Day, Stop That Train, Obsession, and Scary Movie 6. Which movies surprised us? Which ones were worth the hype? And which one earned our brand-new "Y'all Shouldn't Have Done That" award? Plus, we rant about shrinkflation, sunscreen getting smaller and more expensive, Magic Castle etiquette, internet disasters while recording remotely, aphantasia, movie theater obsession, and plenty of the completely unqualified conversations you'd expect from us. In this episode: Behind the scenes of our podcast relaunch Magic Castle dress code chaos The impossible goose magic trick Scott's Hollywood scooter adventure Honest movie reviews & rankings Regal Unlimited movie challenge Shrinkflation and rising prices Current events and ridiculous headlines Aphantasia explained Why strangers should never knock on Kelly's door If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe—it really helps us grow! Join our Patreon for video episodes, early access, monthly live happy hours, and bonus content. Follow us: Instagram & TikTok: @loadedpod Email: probablyloadedpod@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/loadedpod Magic Castle, Magic Castle Hollywood, Magic Castle review, movie reviews podcast, Regal Unlimited review, Backrooms movie review, Masters of the Universe movie, Scary Movie 6 review, comedy podcast, DJ Qualls, Kelly Blackheart, Hollywood stories, movie podcast, entertainment podcast, comedy discussion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last episode we visited with Scott Pepper, the proprietor of the Magic Saloon in San Antonio, Texas. This week we chat with the featured stage entertainer who performed there: Jade. She was the winner of the I.B.M. Gold Medal for Stage in 1990, which is a distinctive honor in so many ways. The Gold Medal and Gold Cups (for close-up) are not awarded every year, but only when a performer is so outstanding and their execution is so perfect, that you cannot deny that it's the best. Jade has gone on to perform around the world in clubs, aboard cruise ships, on television, in resorts and nightclubs, as well as the Magic Castle in Hollywood. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize This week, Jade tells us her journey from a shy magic demonstrator behind the counter in San Francisco to becoming the confident, dynamic stage performer that has defined her career. She also talks about how she developed her act, trick selection, and finding venues in which to perform. It's Her Turn Scott Wells and Jade Download Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here. You can bid on a collector's edition of this pinball machine at this year's S.A.M. convention. Or you can visit the auction website at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sam-houdini-pinball-auction and place your bid there. Bidding will end on July 4, 2026.One-of-a-Kind Limited Edition HOUDINI 100th Anniversary Pinball. This is one of the original 100 manufactured by American Pinball and is officially labeled # S.A.M. 001. The machine you are bidding on is brand new, boxed and ready to be delivered to your home, office or business. This is the 100th anniversary Houdini Pinball Game. It is live now (until July 4, 2026) and bidders do not ned to be attending the convention to participate. I know that the bidding begins at $6,000.

In this episode, the Goods from the Woods Boys are hangin' out at Disgraceland Studios, NO GUEST REQUIRED! We're talkin' about some recent banana-related drama in the hardcore punk rock 'n' roll scene. Rivers shares the beauty of foreigners experiencing American nonsense for the World Cup, and Sam talks about his recent trip to the Magic Castle in Hollywood. The boyss sample TWO horrible drinks: one is a lemon espresso soda and the other has a literal root inside it. Oasis's "Wonderwall" is our JAM OF THE WEEK! Give us a listen, y'all!  Follow the show on social media @TheGoodsPod  Rivers is @RiversLangley  Sam is @SamHarter666 Carter is @Carter_Glascock  Subscribe on Patreon for the UNCUT video version of this episode as well as TONS of bonus content!  http://patreon.com/TheGoodsPod   Pick up a Goods from the Woods t-shirt here:  http://prowrestlingtees.com/TheGoodsPod  

ALAKAZAM! The DizRadio Show Gets a literal Hand From Hollywood Magic Legend, and Addams Family Thing, CHRISTOPHER HART (Thing in The Addams Family Trilogy, Idle Hands, World Famous Magician, Columbo)! Get ready to be utterly enchanted and a little bit creeped out. This week we dive into Hollywood magic, movie-set secrets, and the art of illusion as we welcome a true industry icon to the show. He is a world-famous illusionist, a prestigious member of the Magic Castle, and possesses quite literally one of the most recognizable hands in cinematic history. We are beyond thrilled to welcome the legendary CHRISTOPHER HART to the studio! If you grew up loving family movies, Christopher's work is deeply woven into your childhood. As the man behind Thing in all three live-action Addams Family films, he brought an unbelievable amount of personality, wit, and charm to a character without ever showing his face. He sits down with the us to talk about the sheer wonder and timeless allure of magic, his personal favorite magicians who inspired his journey, and what it actually takes to bring an iconic, disembodied hand to life on the silver screen. From landing the coveted role to sharing incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the Addams Family sets, this is a masterclass in movie magic you don't want to miss! But the finger-snapping fun doesn't stop there! Chris also dives into his transition over to the horror-comedy genre, where he traded the lovable Addams family companion for a menacing, bloodthirsty appendage in the cult classic Idle Hands. He shares what it was like creating a totally twisted villainous hand, including the scoop on that unforgettable, chaotic scene featuring punk rock icons The Offspring! Then, Jonathan Grabs the Mic and Unlocks Magic! Keeping the mystical vibes rolling, Jonathan stops by the magic shop of memory lane to dust off some long-forgotten magic television specials that used to glue us to the screen. He also shares a hilarious personal tale about performing magic for a local Little League championship, and rounds things out with a fantastic breakdown of family-friendly magic movies that are perfect for your next weekend marathon! Grab your top hats, dust off your spellbooks, and give a big, high-five welcome! So enjoy the Nostalgia, the Magic, the Wonder, and the Memories with The DizRadio Show "A Pop Culture Celebrity Guest Show"!

Jacob is worried about Paul's expectations for the Masters movie while Matt is worried about the latest Toy Story movie. Will the discourse regarding N.Y. Giants players' political views affect prospects for a winning season? Also, the Bricks & Minifigs scandal, cursing at the Magic Castle, and a spoiler-filled Scoopardy!"            

Joan DuKore is one of the hardest-working women in magic. From performing for the raiders to the Magic Castle, she blows away her audiences with wry wit and expert sleight of hand. In this episode, she discusses her approach to strolling magic, her background as a ballerina and dancer, creating incredible moments on stage, and more.

GUEST BIO: Mentalist Joshua Seth creates corporate event experiences audiences remember as an engaging conference emcee and entertaining keynote speaker. He blends high-energy performances with practical insights on human connection to captivate audiences and elevate live events. Joshua is the winner of the Magic Olympics at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood and star of the theatrical touring show Mind Magic LIVE.   OPENING QUOTE: "I want to live the experience that the attendees are having. So when I jump up on stage, I'm one of them. Just with a more refined ability to deliver the insights or funny anecdotes, what have you than they may have because of our background. But how are you supposed to do that if you're just sitting backstage in the green room on your phone or something?"   HIRE THEM TO SPEAK: Follow Joshua Seth: eSpeakers Bio Follow Scott Bloom: eSpeakers Bio Follow eSpeakers: eSpeakers Marketplace   ABOUT NO MORE BAD EVENTS: Brought to you by eSpeakers and hosted by professional emcee, host, and keynote speaker Scott Bloom, No More Bad Events is where you'll hear from some of the top names in the event and speaking industry about what goes on behind the scenes at the world's most perfectly executed conferences, meetings, and more. Get ready to learn the secrets and strategies to help anyone in the event industry reach their goal of putting on nothing less than world-class events. Learn more at nomorebadevents.com.   ABOUT THE HOST: A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike. Scott has also hosted his own weekly VH1 series and recently co-hosted a national simulcast of the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theater. As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. As a self-taught student of psychology, he's explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He's uniquely positioned to deliver significant notes on connecting people and making business seriously funny. And who doesn't like to laugh? Learn more about Scott: scottbloomconnects.com   PRODUCED BY eSpeakers: When the perfect speaker is in front of the right audience, a kind of magic happens where organizations and individuals improve in substantial, long-term ways. eSpeakers exists to make this happen more often. eSpeakers is where the speaking industry does business on the web. Speakers, speaker managers, associations, and bureaus use our tools to organize, promote, and grow successful businesses. Event organizers think of eSpeakers first when they want to hire speakers for their meetings or events. The eSpeakers Marketplace technology lets us and our partner directories help meeting professionals worldwide connect directly with speakers for great engagements. Thousands of successful speakers, trainers, and coaches use eSpeakers to build their businesses and manage their calendars. Thousands of event organizers use our directories every day to find and hire speakers. Our tools are built for speakers, by speakers, to do things that only purpose-built systems can. Learn more at eSpeakers.com.   SHOW CREDITS: Scott Bloom: Host | scottbloomconnects.com Joe Heaps: eSpeakers | jheaps@eSpeakers.com

In this episode, we sit down with John Kippen, a master magician, author, and resilience coach who transformed a life-altering medical crisis into a global platform for healing. After a 2002 brain tumor diagnosis left him with permanent facial paralysis and single-sided deafness, John spent over a decade in isolation before finding his way back to the stage and himself.  John shares how he reclaimed his identity through the art of magic and storytelling, eventually performing at the world-renowned Magic Castle and delivering a powerful TED Talk. Join us for a deep dive into resilience, the power of intuition, and why your "differences" are actually your greatest strengths.  About John Kippen: John Kippen is an accomplished magician, author, and empowerment coach who transformed a life-altering 2002 brain tumor diagnosis into a source of profound strength. Despite facing 12 years of social isolation due to facial paralysis caused by his surgery, he rediscovered his passion for magic and storytelling, eventually realizing that his perceived "difference" was actually his greatest superpower. By integrating his medical journey into his performances, he earned prestigious recognition as a Master Magician at Hollywood's Magic Castle and London's Magic Circle. Today, Kippen leverages his unique perspective to coach others in overcoming adversity, guided by his core philosophies to "Feed your Heart with your Art" and embrace the idea that "Being Different is your Superpower". The Journey of Resilience • The Downward Spiral: John describes a "Dark Knight of the Soul" period where he withdrew from life for 12 years following his surgery.  • The Turning Point: A magic special on television reminded him of his lifelong passion and gave him the courage to step out of his home office.  • Owning the Difference: Rather than hiding his facial paralysis, John integrated it into his show, telling audiences his surgery allowed him to "visualize thoughts".  • Authenticity over Symmetry: Despite the opportunity to have corrective facial surgery, John chose to remain as he is, realizing that his authenticity is what connects him to others.  Actionable Insights "We are our own biggest limitations because we keep ourselves from moving forward."  • Tip-Toe Out of Your Comfort Zone: You don't have to leap; moving forward often starts with small, deliberate steps.  • Listen to Your Intuition: Developing intuition involves acting on "little inklings" to help others, which in turn builds self-confidence.  Resources Mentioned • Book: Playing the Hand You're Dealt by John Kippen.  • TED Talk: John's 12-minute presentation on resilience and magic.  • The Magic Castle: The exclusive Hollywood club where John rediscovered his performance art.  • Official Website: johnkippen.com.  Keywords: John Kippen, Resilience Coaching, Brain Tumor Survivor, Facial Paralysis, Magic Castle Magician, Overcoming Adversity, Men's Intuition, Alex Trebek, Jamie Lee Curtis, Playing the Hand You're Dealt, Storytelling, Motivational Speaker, Single-Sided Deafness Podcast Timestamps •  00:00 - The "Bear Hug" Hook: A surprise encounter with a surgical nurse from 21 years ago. •  00:58 - Introducing John Kippen: Meet the master magician, resilience coach, and author of Playing the Hand You're Dealt. •  03:12 - The Diagnosis: Living through the discovery of a golf-ball-sized brain tumor in 2002. •  04:39 - 14 Hours on the Table: The technical reality of brain surgery and its immediate aftermath. •  05:59 - The 12-Year Spiral: Navigating facial paralysis, isolation, and the "Dark Knight of the Soul." •  06:52 - Finding Magic Again: How a television special reignited a lifelong passion and led to the Magic Castle. •  08:02 - Turning Weakness into Superpowers: Why being different became John's greatest performance tool. •  13:41 - The Silent Side: Coping with total hearing loss and the loss of "stereo" sound. •  18:32 - Developing Intuition: Learning to listen to the "invisible benevolent forces" and signs of help. •  24:41 - TED Talk Mastery: Behind-the-scenes strategy for speaking in front of 900 people. •  28:02 - Audience Management: Using magic to disarm crowds and build instant rapport. •  38:21 - Performing for a Legend: A private moment of magic and gratitude with Alex Trebek. •  43:34 - The Book & The Wisdom: Exploring pearls of wisdom and digital QR codes in John's memoir. •  47:20 - 21-Year Synchronicity: The full story of meeting the nurse who monitored John's facial nerves. •  51:24 - Resilience Coaching: Why you should "tip-toe" out of your comfort zone. •  54:58 - The Jamie Lee Curtis Connection: A story of friendship and advocacy during facial recovery. •  58:30 - Empathy & Expression: The scientific connection between facial movement and emotional connection. •  01:09:00 - Feeding Your Art: Why authenticity is the only way to live your own dream.

Janeen Puente Interview starts at 00:04:33"I Love That" starts at 00:26:22Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:39:00 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDFackham Hall: https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/fackham-hallYoung Sherlock: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.28418d74-d40a-46d7-a1f3-e00a8708aa57Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

It's the end of an era—at least for now—as RulaskaThoughts wraps its run with a chaotic, candid, and completely unfiltered breakdown of the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 finale. After skipping the live viewing in favor of a night at the Magic Castle, the hosts return tired, slightly hungover, and ready to air every last grievance about the episode—and the season as a whole. The conversation quickly spirals from finale reactions into a full-scale critique of the show's production, editing, and storytelling. From confusing camera direction to an overstuffed production team that somehow still missed key fundamentals, the finale leaves more questions than satisfying conclusions. The hosts call out inconsistent staging, lack of clear performer direction, and a general sense that the show has become bloated without improving quality. They also dig into the season-long issue: a cast full of talented queens who never quite broke through as undeniable stars. While watchable and likable, the finalists lacked defining moments, leaving editors scrambling to construct narratives that didn't fully land. Forced storylines—especially emotional beats that weren't supported by what aired—become a major point of frustration. Runway critiques highlight a strange trend: strong looks from the waist up paired with questionable choices below, creating a disconnect across multiple queens. Meanwhile, reunion-style segments and pre-planned speeches come under fire for feeling overly rehearsed and lacking authenticity. The episode also veers into broader pop culture commentary, including generational divides in recognizing icons, the role of legacy artists in modern spaces like Coachella, and whether “lifetime achievement” honors still make sense for artists who are actively evolving. Throughout it all, the tone remains sharp, funny, and brutally honest—exactly what longtime listeners expect. As the show closes, the hosts reflect on the season's biggest takeaway: solid talent, uneven execution, and a production machine that may need a serious reset. After the outro, stick around for bonus conversation covering the Magic Castle outing, unexpected personal connections, and a few stories that definitely didn't make it into the main episode. Subscribe & Support Get full recaps, bonus episodes, and exclusive content on Patreon. Follow & Connect Stay up to date with all shows from Afterthought Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SUMMARY: A truck runs into the Main Street Casino, and The Magic Castle catches fire. Matt's back on a cruise ship with an update on Pint of Plain. Jacob hasn't been sleeping of late when he's not insulting Home Depot employees. What are the deets on crossbow acts? Also, Smitty Scoop goes to court and a Scoopardy!

Today on Too Opinionated, we're joined by world-renowned mentalist Mysterion (Christopher Justin Doyle), one of the most captivating mind readers and psychological entertainers working today. With over 20 years of experience, Mysterion has performed across the globe, blending magic, psychology, and audience interaction to create experiences that feel impossible. You may have seen him on:

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 1 (4.7) Breaking news! Fires everywhere in SoCal! There was an arson-sparked warehouse fire last night in Ontario that burned 1 million square feet of highly flammable Kimberly-Clark products, allegedly caused by a disgruntled employee. In addition, a fire at a 24,000 square foot mansion in Beverly Crest, plus the iconic Magic Castle in Hollywood also suffered a fire. There were around 100 firefighters on the scene at the mansion fire. New details about the miraculous 48-hour mission to rescue the downed US airmen trapped behind enemy lines in Iran. In 1995, an airman from the US Airforce was ejected from his craft at 800 miles an hour 3,000 miles above the water — and lived to tell the tale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Guastaferro has his priorities straight. He thinks of others before himself. From his magic career to his professional life as a director on the board of Hundai's “Hope on Wheels” philanthropic organization. John has just released the third book in his close-up card magic trilogy “The Final Degree.” In these books, John emphasizes how small degrees of change can make a big difference in the effect on your audience. You can see how he puts his work into action when he performs in the Close-Up Gallery of the Magic Castle. As to his philanthropic activities, John works with this group several months out of the year in helping raise money for cancer research in children. And as if that doesn't keep him busy enough, he is also an accomplished flamenco-style guitar player. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize John Guastaferro as the executive director for Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Genesis Inspiration Foundation, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Guastaferro is responsible for advancing the missions of both foundations while maintaining current successes, driving program growth, developing diversified revenue streams, and building greater community awareness. As you can imagine, that takes a lot of his time throughout the year and we discuss all that in this week's episode. John is a regular performer at the Magic Castle and we chat during the first few minutes about what it was like for his first time at working there and how others may overcome their hesitancy of auditioning to perform there. When we recorded this episode, his new book “The Final Degree” was about to be released. It is now available through the publisher, Vanishing, Inc. and other fine magic shops. We also talk a little bit about his passion with the guitar. This flamenco-styiings feature original compositions that can be heard on iTunes and Spotify, among other platforms and I highly recommend listening to it. It is very soothing and relaxing music. Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here. The Nth Degree and Final Degree by John Guastaferro Sign up with your name and email address for a chance to win a FREE copy of one of these books. First Name Last Name Email Address enter now! Please only submit your name and email address once. You will be automatically entered into the contest for a chance to win one of two books. This is a hard copy of a book published by Vanishing, Inc. but John agreed to pay for foreign shipping, should a winner reside outside the U.S.We respect your privacy. We will only share your email address with the author. Thank you for entering the contest. There will be two winners in this contest. If your name is randomly selected, then you will be notified on how to order your book from John Guastaferro. Good luck!

We dig deep into the Magic Castle's Junior Society ... and then Eli realizes he's currently the ONLY suspect in the murder of Mason Drexel. Junior Society Interview starts at 00:01:29"I Love That" starts at 00:37:33Chapter Six of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:47:50 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDThe Magic Castle Junior Society: https://www.magiccastle.com/junior-academy/The Personals (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/xQ4mAXAxwFgTruth and Treason (Trailer): https://youtu.be/UPepoAJLsTMCheck out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Tyler and Konnery record from the Friendchise Sanctum Sanctorum to cover the mystical "Doctor Strange"! Together they discuss odd casting choices, Strange's journey from a man of science to a sorcerer supreme, using annoyance as a way to defeat powerful enemies, middling jokes and obvious inspirations, Mads Mikkelsen's Hollywood career and so much more on this astral projecting episode of The Friendchise Podcast!   TikTok Threads Instagram What's New: Tyler: A trip to The Magic Castle, Send Help (In Theaters) Kon: Seed by Ania Ahlborn Have a message for The Friendchise? Send an under-3 minute voice memo to: thefriendchisepodcast@gmail.com

Full-time physician and part-time magician Dr. Raj Madhok talks about the value of keeping work and magic separate ... and then things continue to heat up for Eli at The Magic Castle. Raj Madhok Interview starts at 00:01:30"I Love That" starts at 00:39:41Chapter Five of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:48:07 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDChad Powers Trailer: https://youtu.be/_nFZMD8FMM0The Marx Brothers Council Podcast: https://www.marxbrotherscouncilpodcast.com/A Couple of Grouchos: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-111-a-couple-of-grouchos-sitting-around-chattingCheck out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Pokemon Winds and Waves! And more Xbox stuff? Let's gooooo Video games? Subscribe and rate us via iTunes Subscribe on: Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Pandora DISCORD LINK Watch us on TWITCH! RSS feed: http://sidequesting.podbean.com/feed Hosts: Dali, J.J., Zach, Taylor, Sam, Tom, Jonny, Tyler With Special Guest: No One SIDEQUESTING PATREON EXECUTIVES: Punkdefied SIDEQUESTING PATREON PRODUCERS: Tess Eller, Zero the Prototype, Exageneus, Jeff Grubb Topics: Pokemon Presents… MORE POKEMONS. Phil Spencer “retires” amid XBox shake-up What We're Enjoying: TeeTurtle One Piece Reversible Plushies (review) Marathon server slam LOVE ETERNAL (review) Absolum Fall of Magic Castle (review) Review & Preview products supplied by publishers SnackQuesting: Coffee Music Intro: Zero The Prototype – Powerr Music Outro: N.I.M. – Choice Comments? Questions? Email us at: sidequesting @ gmail.com Image courtesy: The Pokemon Company

Luke Null is BACK in town to talk ghost hunting on the Queen Mary, shark discourse, and a woman who drinks 100 cups of coffee. Liam and Luke Null explored a haunted ship, Will went to the Magic Castle, and Binder is calling in from New York. FOLLOW LUKE: https://www.instagram.com/luke_null/ LUKE'S UPCOMING SHOWS: https://www.lukenull.com/live-shows SHOP OUR NEWEST MERCH COLLECTION: https://almostfriday.shop/collections/afpod FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/almostfridaypod SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: If you're ever injured, check out Morgan & Morgan: https://www.forthepeople.com/AFPOD Find LUCY near you at lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at https://www.lucy.co/AFPOD with promo code AFPOD. Head to https://www.squarespace.com/FRIDAY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FRIDAY. Use code FRIDAY for 20% off a pair of Stoke shoes at https://www.stokeshoes.com Chapters / Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (01:11) - Ghost Hunting on the Queen Mary (12:15) - Dream Recaps / Magic Castle (22:30) - Shia LaBeouf Interview (26:14) - The Taking of Deborah Logan (30:08) - Bad Sketch Ideas (43:01) - Sharks (51:46) - Surfing (56:59) - Cracker of the Week (1:11:49) - Scream 7 (1:18:38) - Characters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Face2Face, David Peck speaks with magician, actor and creator Steve Valentine about creativity, the subconscious mind and rediscovering the art of magic. Steve reflects on how the brain is always working beneath the surface, often producing creative breakthroughs when we least expect them. He shares how revisiting the history of magic and returning to routines he once performed has reignited his passion and opened new perspectives on his craft. Their conversation explores how reflection, curiosity and our past experiences shape the way we create and perform. Thoughtful and engaging, this episode is a reminder that creativity is rarely linear and that sometimes the best way forward is to look back.Steve Valentine is a Scottish-born actor, magician, and creator whose career spans television, film, voice acting, and live performance. Born in Scotland and raised near London, he began performing at the age of five, training in theatre and dance before discovering a lifelong passion for magic.Valentine has appeared in more than 250 hours of television and over 15 feature films. He is best known for his starring roles as criminologist Nigel Townsend on NBC's Crossing Jordan, choreographer Martine on WB's Nikki and 80s rock legend Derek Jupiter on Disney's I'm In the Band. He also hosted SYFY's Estate of Panic, earning a Rose d'Or nomination. A versatile performer, Valentine has appeared in The Big Bang Theory, CSI, Supernatural, Psych, and Hot in Cleveland and had a memorable role in Robert Zemeckis' The Walk. His voice work includes beloved characters in Sofia the First, Tinker Bell and the globally popular Dragon Age video game series.Beyond screen work, Valentine is an internationally acclaimed magician and live entertainer. A multi-award winner at Hollywood's Magic Castle, including Close-Up Magician of the Year and Stage Magician of the Year. He has performed everywhere from Las Vegas stages to royal palaces. He is also a keynote speaker who blends magic, storytelling, and performance insights to inspire audiences worldwide. A prolific creator, Valentine founded the global training platform Magic On The Go, hosts the popular podcast Magicians Only and continues to develop television projects, stage shows, and creative work that reflects his boundless curiosity and love of performance.Learn more about Steve here.David Peck is a writer, speaker, and award-winning podcaster who works at the intersection of storytelling, social change, and meaningful dialogue. As the host of Face2Face and former host of Toronto Threads on 640 AM, he has published over 650 in-depth interviews with some of the world's most compelling thinkers, artists and storytellers, including Viggo Mortensen, Sarah Polley, Raoul Peck, Werner Herzog, Chris Hadfield, David Cronenberg, Jason Issacs, Gillian Anderson and Wade Davis. With a background in philosophy and international development, David brings a thoughtful, globally aware perspective to every conversation.He's a published author and experienced keynote speaker, known for creating spaces where complexity is welcomed and ideas come alive. Whether moderating panels, hosting live events, or speaking on issues ranging from ethics to media, David's work is grounded in a deep curiosity about people. At heart, he simply loves good conversation — and believes it's one of the best ways we grow, connect, and make sense of the world.For more information about David Peck's podcasting, writing and public speaking please visit his site here.F2F Music and Image Copyright: David Peck and Face2Face. Used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Magic Castle is a kids podcast story about perseverance, teamwork, and believing in yourself. When Levi and his friends are pulled into a magical quest, they must use their unique strengths to help a magician in need. A fun, adventurous children’s story filled with magic, courage, and heart. LIVELY LEWIS SHOP: https://livelylewisshop.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livelylewisfamily/ Join Our Family: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkSFpsuEOQ8aAVgJjM9LSTA/join SUBSCRIBE: Lively Lewis Family: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisFamily Lively Lewis Stories: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisStories Lively Lewis Show: https://www.youtube.com/@LivelyLewisShow Lively Lewis Stories Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lively-lewis-stories/id1650468812 Eric: https://www.youtube.com/@EricLivelyLewis Alexa: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexaLivelyLewis For collaborations, business, and personal inquiries, please email: livelylewisshow@gmail.com Welcome to Lively Lewis Stories!You may know us from The Lively Lewis Show, and now we're bringing you exciting adventures in this podcast! Join siblings Levi and Ivy as they embark on incredible journeys, learning and sharing positive life lessons along the way. With Levi's energetic spirit and Ivy's spunky silliness, our imaginative stories will keep you laughing, engaged, and inspired—episode after episode! Our mission is to create a safe space where both kids and parents can enjoy stories filled with strong values, endless creativity, fun pretend play, and healthy family dynamics. Whether it's bedtime, a car ride, or just for fun, our stories are sure to spark joy and imagination!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Bar Magic specialist Derek “Hubb” Irwin joins us to talk real-world close-up entertainment. From his residency at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and regular performances at the Magic Castle, to producing his monthly Enchanted Escape tiki bar show, Hubb shares what it takes to build strong material, stronger reactions, and a sustainable magic career while balancing family and a full-time engineering role. Follow HUBB Learn More about HUBB on his website. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - themagicguysshow@gmail.com The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

Brent Geris takes us through the audition process at The Magic Castle ... and Eli's evening at The Castle takes another surprising turn. Brent Geris Interview starts at 00:03:07"I Love That" starts at 00:47:33Chapter Four of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:59 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMagic Apple Website: https://themagicapple.com/Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicapplestore/Nichols and May on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpKhyb3LppeCKGs-Uy1vgANichols and May at Work: https://youtu.be/2p-lVDmNWYMDebbie Downer at Disneyworld: https://youtu.be/TfE93xON8jkCheck out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Corey's Army: Corey rants on Twitter about ya boys after someone allegedly did something at a screening in Rochester. Someone calls in to claim they did it.Phil Shapiro: We get direct response from Phil Shapiro regarding Corey calling him a rat and HDM calling him an abuser.22 Oath: It's time for Marcie to pay up and take the Oath of 22! This is about community, this is a way of life.Stalkers and Clapbacks: Marcie breaks down her Internet stalker and claps back at Youtube commenters.MAGIC CASTLE!, COREY FELDMAN!, PHIL SHAPIRO!, BIGGEST RAT!, GOBLIN GHOUL!, MINIONS!, FART GUN!, TWITTER!, EPSTEIN!, ARMY!, LAST STRAW!, TELL YOUR STORY!, SKEPTICAL!, GOONIES!, KERRI GREEN!, VIP!, MEET AND GREET!, FRIENDSHIP ARC!, KICKED OUT!, SECURITY!, ICLOUD!, BACKUP!, FOOTAGE!, DELETED!, BRAIN SURGERY!, COREY FELDMAN VS THE WORLD 1.5!, FILMMAKER!, ARTIST!, REACTION!, EDITED BY JIM!, SYMPATHETIC CHARACTER!, FUNNY GUYS!, 22 OATH!, COMMUNITY!, BIRD ON A WALL!, STALKERS!, MATT KENNEDY!, COREY'S TEAM!, CONFIRMED!, TROLL!, SPAMMING!, PR PERSON!, GOOFY GUYS!, CALLERS!, FOOTAGE!, AUDIENCE QUESTIONS!, HEART ON OUR SLEEVES!, MY TRUTH DOCUMENTARY!, PROVIDED FOOTAGE!, ANTHONY CUMIA!, YOUTUBE COMMENTERS!, HATERS!, DISTRIBUTION!, PLATFORMS!, NETFLIX!, INTERNATIONAL!, HALLE BARRY KEOGHAN!, MARCIE CLAPBACKS!, TREVOR!, HARMONY!, JOKER!, BONFIRE!, BOBBY KELLY!, CRITIQUES! You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

The Bonfire: We get yet another mention from Big Jay Oakerson on the Bonfire. Much love to Big Jay!Marcie Hume In Studio: A long time coming, we have Corey Feldman Vs. The World Documentary director Marcie Hume in studio. Time to hash out the history!Deleted Scenes: Marcie brings in a few scenes that were cut from the film for us to enjoy and we may have our own surprise scene.COREY FELDMAN!, SHOW STOPPER!, LET'S JUST TALK!, DON CHEADLE!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, JIM AND THEM IS POP CULTURE!, PO BOX!, SHOUT OUTS!, REAL ONES!, HACKAMANIA!, PROMO CODE THEM!, DABBLEVERSE!, LOCKER ROOM OF GOONS!, COREYVERSE!, LVL UP EXPO!, KILL SWITCH!, WHO ARE THESE PODCASTS!?, KARL!, DREAM A LITTLE DREAM!, THOR!, COREY FELDMAN VS THE WORLD!, DOCUMENTARY!, IN STUDIO!, RAP!, BELLY OF THE BEAST!, LORE!, MAGIC!, INSTAGRAM!, CONFRONTATION!, FOOTAGE!, JIM CUMMINGS!, DM!, UNSENT!, JIM CUMMINGS!, KNIGHT IN SHINING ARMOR!, HOLLYWOOD ELITE CANNIBAL!, BEEF!, HURT FEELINGS!, PREMIERE!, Q&A!, A&E VP!, CAREER!, TELEVISION!, DIRECTING!, GEAR!, WOMEN!, FILM!, EDITOR!, ADAM FRANKLIN!, COREY'S TWITTER!, FOOTAGE!, ANGELS!, UPDATE!, POINT OF VIEW!, CHOICES!, EGGSHELLS!, YELLED AT!, FAIR!, OATH!, 22 NECKLACE!, DUH!, GAMEIFY!, BILLIE JEAN!, COSTUME CHANGE!, MAGIC CASTLE! You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Olympic grit, Super Bowl ads, The Magic Castle, heart pancakes, adult kids pushing back on gifts of chocolate, beach self-care, and yes… butterscotch pudding. These are just some of the things the fishes discuss this week.As always, head to threelilfishes.com/shownotes for recipes and details.

Author/Editor/Director Roger Nygard talks about magic and comedy and how to get better at both ... and then Eli's night at The Magic Castle continues. Roger Nygard Interview starts at 00:02:53"I Love That" starts at 00:46:34Chapter Three of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:26 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDRoger Nygard website: http://rogernygard.com/Lonesome Dove Trailer: https://youtu.be/bK3N5UXv4vYPaula Poundstone Routine: https://youtu.be/2rbj13q0_CcCheck out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

The boys discuss holding in farts, Swirdlow the Wise stops by to talk about his new job at The Magic Castle, some reminiscing about old VidCon/YouTube days.Advertise on Dynamic Banter via gumball.fmJOIN the Patreon: patreon.com/dynamicbanterGET the MERCH: dynamicbanter.clothingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Co-author Michael Varma digs deep into how The Magic Castle runs, with Ben Roman, Director of Club Experience at The Magic Castle, and then we dive into Chapter Two! Ben Roman Interview starts at 00:01:45"I Love That" starts at 00:26:00Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:37:19 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDDr. Horrible's Singalong Blog (Episode One): "Good Night and Good Luck" trailer:Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Send us a textLarry Wilson is a seasoned comic magician with over 40 years of experience, renowned for his captivating performances both on TV during the 70s and 80s and at prestigious venues like the Magic Castle in Hollywood. He believes that comedy and magic are intertwined art forms that entertain the masses through the expression of individual sensibilities and worldview, valuing performers who let their true selves shine through, such as Shin Lim. In discussions with R. Scott Edwards, Wilson explores the intersection of these arts, emphasizing their shared goal of entertaining audiences while highlighting the diverse approaches within magic that keep it innovative and appealing. Inspired by comedic legends and pioneers like Carl Ballantine, Larry continues to mesmerize audiences with his unique blend of humor and magic, celebrating the endless potential for growth and creativity in both arts.(00:00:22) The Fusion of Comedy and Magic Art(00:07:49) Enhancing Magic Through Theatrical Performance(00:13:05) Limitless Creativity in Magic Performances(00:17:35) Innovative Young Magicians Shaping Magic's FutureLearn more about Larry Wilson: TheWilsonMethod.comSupport the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Website....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube Podcast Quality List: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/heritage-podcasts/ Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Adam Christing, a humorist, keynote speaker, and author, to talk about the power of laughter, connection, and storytelling. Adam has spent four decades performing more than 4,000 humor presentations for CEOs, Fortune 500 companies, major nonprofits, and high-stakes audiences around the world. He is a member of Hollywood's iconic Magic Castle, has worked with David Copperfield, authored The Laugh Factor: The 5 Humor Tactics to Link, Lift, and Lead, and is the CEO of Clean Comedians®, a business that uses humor to bring people together rather than driving them apart. Adam is more than just a gifted public speaker and performer. He is a student of human nature. In our conversation, he explains how comedy works psychologically, why humor diffuses conflict, how it disarms resistance, and how it allows leaders to deliver truth without putting people on the defensive.  Adam also offers a brilliant blueprint for anyone who speaks publicly. Executives, trial lawyers, entrepreneurs, military leaders, and educators, can all benefit from Adam's crash course in how to grab an audience's attention and keep it. We break down how great presenters prepare, how to deal with nerves, why silence is so powerful, how to tailor your message to the room, and how storytelling can transform information into impact.  Along the way, Adam tells stories about joining the Magic Castle as a teenager, bombing on stage, learning from masters like Johnny Carson and Winston Churchill, and discovering that audiences do not want perfection - they want presence. He also explains why the boundaries of "clean comedy" actually make comedy more creative, why leaders should practice humor like a skill, and why audiences always root for the person at the microphone. This episode is about leadership, persuasion, communication, and how to connect through humour. It is also full of laughs. I invite you to listen to the full conversation and learn how humor can help you become a better leader, speaker, and storyteller. And now I give you, Adam Christing.

While at the 2025 Abbott's Get Together, we chatted with several magicians. A while back we chatted with Craig Diamond and last week we released the one with Antony Gerard and this week we talk with Derek Hughes. That is a subtle hint for just another reason why you should attend magic conventions…all the great talent that comes and shares their time and talents. Derek has performed his magic on MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, the CW's Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and the Ellen Degeneres Show. He's a consulting producer on TRUtv's hit magic series, The Carbonaro Effect and was a finalist on season 10 of NBC's America's Got Talent [sic]. His back story was much about his health as a child and the importance of his children to his life. He regularly performs in nightclubs across the U.S. and has been nominated for several categories at the Magic Castle over the years. He is also a published author of a children's book! View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize This week, Derek talks about his experience with AGT and the invaluable advice he received from Jim Steinmeyer. We also discuss the difference between a magician who does comedy versus a comedian who does magic. Derek tells us about the children's book he wrote (available through Amazon on the link below) before he even had children. Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here. Humpty Dumpty Lived Near a Wall By Hughes, Derek Buy on Amazon

Stassi and C-O-Lo kick things off with a cool New Yorker who accidentally made Stassi question if the Magic Castle is secretly lame, which leads to a whole tangent about the dark web, online trolls, and Stassi giving Mormon Wives star Jen Affleck advice on handling negativity. Stassi talks about how inspired she is by Whitney Leavitt and how impressive it is to watch a working mom juggle so much—because it's rough out here and cheers to all of us. But the highlight? Stassi meets her actual hero, Kris Jenner, at the L'Oréal Women of Worth event—word vomit, vision board confession and all—and leaves feeling genuinely inspired. Oh, and she also discovers the greatest invention ever: a burrata bar. Iconic.Thanks for supporting our sponsors:Progressive: Well with the Name Your Price ® tool from Progressive you can be a better budgeter and potentially lower your insurance bill too! Try it today at Progressive.com.PlutoTV: Pluto TV is your portal to watch free movies and TV shows anywhere, on any device. Download today and discover the easy way to stream all your favorite content.Revolve: Shop at REVOLVE.com/STASSI and use code STASSI for 15% off your first order.#REVOLVEpartnerRakuten: Keep an eye out for Rakuten's weekly Big Deal Reveals download the app or install the browser extension.Quince: Go to Quince.com/stassi for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.iRestore: Unlock your best skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on the iRestore Illumina Face Mask with code Stassi at irestore.com/Stassi! #irestorepodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

That is NOT what you expect to hear at a magic show. In this episode, Link catches Rhett up about his latest rendezvous to the Magic Castle where he retells a wild story. Plus, the two decide what their favorite decade was and why, as well as give some pointers to combat someone trying to rage-bait you. Thank you to Oura for sponsoring a portion of today's episode. Discover how Oura can help you better understand your health and sleep. ouraring.com/ear Leave us a voicemail at 1-888-EARPOD-1 for a chance to be featured on the show! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the long Thanksgiving weekend approaches, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dig into a flurry of newly dropped animation trailers, surprising box office projections, and the industry shifts shaping Spring and Summer 2026. Recorded just as holiday season ramps up, this week's Fine Tooning mixes news, nostalgia, and some unexpected industry history. HIGHLIGHTS Why studios dropped so many major trailers this week — and what their early online rollouts say about today's marketing playbook. A look at the weekend box office projections, including the strong debut for Now You See Me, Now You Don't 3 and the surprising second-week drop for Predator: Badlands. Angel Studios' upcoming animated musical David and its early pre-sale strategy heading into the crowded December slate. First impressions of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants — plus memories from the 1980s Jetsons revival session featuring Mel Blanc. Updates on Super Mario Bros. Galaxy Movie, new leadership at Paramount Animation, and how “evergreen” franchises like Toy Story continue to evolve. A quick detour into the Magic Castle, close-up magic legends, and why those spaces still influence entertainment creatives today. Hosts Jim Hill — X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.comDrew Taylor — X/Twitter: @DrewTailored | Instagram: @drewtailored | Website: drewtaylor.work Patreon Love what we do? Support the show and get exclusive content at:https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ Follow Us Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews YouTube: @jimhillmedia TikTok: @jimhillmedia Producer Credits Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey — Strong Minded Agency Sponsor This episode is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com, where you can save up to 12% on Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando tickets — including select after-hours events and holiday offerings. Run by the same trusted team behind DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. When you book, tell them Drew & Jim sent you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Cannizzaro joins Ralph Sutton and Aaron Berg and they discuss working on the new Quantum Leap, his love of magic and working at the Magic Castle, getting scammed into a job in LA, Johnny Cannizzaro working with Clint Eastwood, Jeremy Allen White and Ben Vereen, playing Steven Van Zandt in Bruce Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, a game of Billy vs Bruce where they try to guess if the lyrics are from a Billy Joel or Bruce Springsteen song, Johnny Cannizzaro's first concert, first drug and first sexual experiences and so much more!(Air Date: November 8th, 2025)Support our sponsors!YoKratom.com - Check out Yo Kratom (the home of the $60 kilo) for all your kratom needs!To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.com and click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The SDR Show LIVE for FREE every Wednesday and Saturday at 9pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVEOnce you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code: SDR for discount on your subscription which will give you access to every SDR show ever recorded! On top of that you'll also have the same access to ALL the shows that GaS Digital Network has to offer!Follow the whole show on social media!Johnny CannizzaroInstagram: https://instagram.com/JohnnyCannizzaroRalph SuttonTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamralphsuttonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamralphsutton/Aaron BergTwitter: https://twitter.com/aaronbergcomedyInstagram: https://instagram.com/aaronbergcomedyShannon LeeTwitter: https://twitter.com/IMShannonLeeInstagram: https://instagram.com/ShannonLee6982The SDR ShowTwitter: https://twitter.com/theSDRshowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Andrew Yang Podcast, Andrew sits down with Blaze Sarrah, the 2024 North American Close-Up Magic Champion, to talk about his journey from learning card tricks as a teenager in Connecticut to becoming one of the top magicians in the world. They discuss creativity, discipline, and the mindset it takes to turn passion into profession, plus some behind-the-scenes stories from Blaze's life performing at the Magic Castle, consulting for major shows, and inspiring audiences worldwide. Watch the full episode ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Have a question for Andrew? Drop it in the comments section below or send us a text or voice memo to mailbag@andrewyang.com! ---- Follow Andrew Yang: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ Follow Blaise Serra: Website | Instagram ---- Get 50% off Factor at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Factor Meals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get an extra 3 months free at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Express VPN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Helix Sleep⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Use code: helixpartner20 Get $30 off your first two (2) orders at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wonder ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| Use code: ANDREW104 ---- Subscribe to the Andrew Yang Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices