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Penguin Magic Podcast
Hosted by Erik Tait · EN
The Penguin Magic Podcast is a weekly show bringing you interviews from the top names in magic and a behind the scenes look at the P3 Magic Studios. Tune in to get a heads up on all the latest goings on at PenguinMagic.com
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Andi Gladwin - Catching Pirates - S7E35
1w ago00:46:17Tap to summarizeAndi Gladwin stops by the show to talk about his new documentary Stealing Magic. According to Rolling Stone, it was one of the best films at The Tribeca Film Festival. It follows Gladwin and his merry band of magicians on the hunt for some of the notorious pirates in magic. This episode is a deep exploration of how piracy hurts magic, magic creators, and even the very people who purchase magic.
Transcribe →Perseus Arkomanis - Resonance and Finding Your Voice - S7E34
2w ago00:35:45Tap to summarizePerseus Arkomanis is an incredible magician, author, and illustrator based in Athens Greece. His new lecture on adding meaning to magic and finding your voice is making waves in the magic community. Perseus shares his own journey and how you can make your magic more meaningful in this wide-ranging interview.
Transcribe →Erik Tait - AI, Bullying, and What Happened - S7E33
3w ago00:45:41Tap to summarizeErik Tait takes a slight detour on this week's podcast to address a situation that's been brewing this week. We discuss AI, how it's used at Penguin, how it shouldn't be used to alter people's images, internet bullying, and a lot more. This one is a bit of a rant. Buckle up.
Transcribe →Alan Rorrison - From Shipyards To Miracles - S7E32
4w ago00:33:55Tap to summarizeAlan Rorrison is known for his clever gimmicks, insatiable curiosity, and boundless drive to innovate. In this candid interview, he shares how he went from an apprentice in the shipyards of Scotland to one of the most in-demand creators and magic consultants today. He shares his methods of creativity and discusses what he has in store for the magic community next.
Transcribe →Joan DuKore - From Ballerina To Globe Trotting Magician - S7E31
May 2100:30:41Tap to summarizeJoan 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.
Transcribe →Dave Kaplan - The Great Kaplan & His 'Lil Surprises - S7E30
May 1400:42:31Tap to summarizeThe Great Kaplan is the stage persona of the hilarious and brilliant magician Dave Kaplan. This week, he stops by the show to discuss his show, how he built a brilliant ten-minute silent act, and the history of Big Headline, the killer newspaper effect he put out with Penguin Magic. As a special treat, he shows off his brand new action figure and his wallet. Trust us, you are going to want to see his action figure and his wallet.
Transcribe →Ben Seidman - Con Man and More - S7E29
May 700:53:35Tap to summarizeBen Seidman comes on the show to discuss his work on YouTube with Vanity Fair, consulting on the latest Now You See Me film, and his new ticketed show Con Man. Ben is one of the most in demand working performers today, and in this wide ranging interview he discusses his current projects like Ring Watch Wonder, and shares some of his thoughts and approaches to magic.
Transcribe →Erik Tait - Listener Questions! - S7E28
Apr 3000:43:39Tap to summarizeWe are back with more listener questions. Get Erik's views on the state of restaurant magic, how to eliminate nerves, and his thoughts on Oz Pearlman performing at the White House Correspondents' Dinner!
Transcribe →Nick Locapo - Inside The Hand & The Eye - S7E27
Apr 2300:29:55Tap to summarizeThe long-awaited opening of Chicago's newest magic venue, The Hand & The Eye, is finally here. Nick Locapo finally lifts the veil and tells us all about what's going on inside this incredible new venue. He tells us about their amazing showrooms, the talent working there, and what's next for this incredible venue.
Transcribe →Bob Sheets - The Legend Who Created Legends Speaks - S7E26
Apr 1601:03:01Tap to summarizeBob Sheets is not just a legend, he's a legend who has created legends. From learning bar magic from Heba Haba Al, to creating the Jolly Jester and perfecting the Malini Card Stab, Bob has been there and done that. In this exclusive interview, Bob shares a lifetime of stories and insights into his magic and life.
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