The Magic Word Podcast Scott Wells

Eric DeCamps is a subtle yet significant force in our magic community. The S.A.M. awarded Eric the Gold Medal of Excellence for Close-Up Magic. He is only the second magician in the 122-year history of the organization to receive this prestigious award.He was designated as the Dean of The S.A.M. Parent Assembly #1 in New York City. Next year for the 52nd annual 4F convention, Eric will be the Guest of Honor, yet another prestigious award. His one-man show has been presented around the world and for those who have seen his full show in a proper setting, well…consider yourselves lucky.






























In this week’s episode, Eric spends the first part of our conversation talking about Rene Lavand who was the greatest single person to influence Eric’s style of magic. He also chats about the development of his one-man show and some of the venues where he has presented it. Eric also talks about one of his featured and favorite illusions, a variation of the Hooker Rising Card. This archaic and nebulous illusion is seldom seen…and for good reason. Very few in the world know Hooker’s secret and those who do know, keep it to themselves! Perhaps it is one of magic’s last and greatest secrets.



















































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Thursday, May 10, 20249:30am-11:00am Dealer Room Open
11:00am-12:30 Session #5
12:30am-2:30pm Dealer Room Open
2:30pm-4:00pm Session #6
6:30pm-10:00pm Dinner & Show



















































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Tuesday, May 7, 202410:00am-4:00pm Registration Open
1:00pm to 4:00pm Dealers Open
4:00pm to 5:00pm Session #1 “Welcome To Long Beach” 
5:00pm to 7:00pm Dinner
7:00pm to 8:30pm Session #2 
8:30pm to 11:30pm Dealer Room Open
 
Wednesday, May 8th, 20249:00 am to 11:00am Dealer Room Open
11:00am to 12:30pm Session #3 
12:30pm-5:00pm Dealer Room Open
1:30pm-5:00pm Mike Caveney’s Egyptian Hall 
Museum (In The Queen Mary Boardroom) & Queen Mary Guided Tours
5:00pm-7:00pm Dinner
7:00pm-8:30pm Session#4  
8:30pm-11:30pm Dealer Room Open



















































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From Viet Nam and Scotland, this versatile, multi-national, energetic performer, Naathan Phan, has appeared on television, cruise ships, and stages around the world. You may have seen him on Masters of Illusion or Penn & Teller Fool Us (both on the CW Network) or America’s Got Talent (sic). You may have seen him in the movies such as Superbad or Up in Smoke, among others. Not only does he perform clever, innovative magic, but also he is a superb singer, actor, and mixologist!






























Join us this week with Naathan Phan as we share a scotch and conversation. Naathan talks about his cross-country tour with his current, two-man show. He also gives some advice on how to develop a rapport with the audience, selecting volunteers, performing on television and cruise ships and more. He also gives us a recipe for a tasty cocktail!



















































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Saturday April 27, 202410:30 a.m.         One-Man Show: Paul Gertner
1:30 p.m.            6th Show             Mini World (Shawn Farqhar)
3:30 p.m.            ED Talks (MCs: Chrisitan and Katalina)
5:30 p.m.            Banquet (ticket required)
8:00 p.m.            7th Show             Closing Gala (MC: Steve Beam)



















































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Friday April 26, 202410:30 a.m.          Tricks from Books Everyone Has Forgotten (MC: Mike Powers)
1:30 p.m.            4th Show             Magical Moments (MC: Meir Yedid)
3:30 p.m.            Lecture #5          Jovi Benitez
7:45 p.m.            Tribute to GOH Charming Choi (host: Jeki Yoo)
8:00 p.m.            Korean Gala (MC: Charming Choi)



















































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