125 episodes
The Professional Magician Cris Johnson
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Do you want to be a professional magician? Since 2003, full-time magician, hypnotist, and author Cris Johnson has traveled North America coast to coast performing 400+ shows a year. This podcast features business-building tips so that you can book more shows at professional fees. Cris will give you an insider’s perspective of different markets including elementary, middle, and high schools, colleges, corporate banquets, libraries, private parties, trade shows, fundraising shows, and more so that you know what works and what doesn’t. You’ll discover how to make sure your magic fits different performing conditions so that your clients love you and recommend your show to other decision makers. Cris will also delve deep into marketing your shows using 21st century digital marketing, including website advice, search engine optimization, email marketing, content marketing, blogging, social media, Google Ads, and much more. He shares his marketing expertise so that you can get your website ranked higher in Google searches and your name noticed by more potential clients. The Professional Magician podcast is a mix of performing advice, marketing tips , magic trick reviews, interviews with other professional magicians, rants, and lessons learned from nearly 10,000 paid performances. Whether you want to make performing a full-time career or just book a few gigs for fun, The Professional Magician podcast will help you get there. Hit subscribe and discover ways to make your performing career soar!
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Bill Abbott Part 2: Scripting & Editing
#125 - In this second part of my interview with Bill Abbott, we touch on a number of topics, including scripting and editing your act. Bill is highly effective at tweaking and adjusting his act based on how his audiences respond. We also talk about some of his other new releases, and much more. You don't want to miss this!In this week's Trick Talk, I review Tommy James' New Bunny in the Hat Puppet!Bill Abbott Products HERETo9mmy James Bunny Puppet HEREP.S. By the way…whenever you’re ready, he...
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Bill Abbott Part 1: Theater Show Logistics
#124 - Do you know about Bill Abbott? If not, you should! Bill's routines and effects are real-world tested, easy to do, and very entertaining. In part one of my interview with Bill, we delve mostly into his experience starting his own theater show, The Magic Hideaway, in Florida. It's a fascinating look at the logistics you need to be aware of when starting your own theater show. Near the end of the episode, we talk about some of his new releases. Bill Abbott Magic HEREThis week's Trick Talk...
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Types of Volunteers
#123 - What kind of volunteers can you expect for your shows? Depending on the market you work, the personalities and behaviors of volunteers can vary greatly. Understanding what you are in for each time you invite someone onstage with you is key to successful performing. In this episode, I delve into several of the personality types you can expect in multiple markets.This week's episode of Trick Talk features Can O Chips by Viking Magic!By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can...
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John Ferrentino: A Career in Comedy
#122 - Do you enjoy comedy magic? If so, John Ferentino is definitely someone to listen to. Often called the 'Godfather of Comedy Magic,' John's career spans decades and took him across the world. This interview is filled with wild stories, funny anecdotes, and more. This week's Trick Talk features John's downloadable product, "Do Spirits Return?"By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Gr...
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Understanding Client Personalities
#121 - When you book your shows, you'll likely run into a variety of personalities. Understanding who these folks are and how they may act is key to having a successful show. In this episode, I cover some of the titles of people who may book you, their most common personalities, and other people you may encounter at these shows.This week's Trick Talk features Akronym by Conjuring Labs!By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows ...
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Jim Kleefeld: Noise is Not Appreciation
#120 - If you are a kids performer, do you get nervous when the show organizer tells you they are going to let the kids run around to burn off energy? If so, this episode will reveal why. Jim Kleefeld also discusses why performers who just focus on getting the kids to yell and scream are not doing the show or their audiences any favors.This week's Trick Talk looks at the Cesaral Spirit Bell!Get Jim Kleefeld's products HEREBy the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow y...