What's Going On?

Magicians Podcast Network

5.0 (4)
PERFORMING ARTS

Join Hudson, Richard Young and a special guest each week to find out what's going on in the magic world.

2D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep91 - What's Going On? - Ben Hart

This week Young & Hudson are joined by the incomparable Ben Hart recorded during his current UK nationwide tour. How he has made The Edinburgh Fringe financially viable. Why he hates social media. His recent gig in Saudi Arabia, including an insight into the money paid. His consultancy work on the upcoming Hollywood blockbuster Nuremberg. His time on BGT, including working with Magicians Assemble. His impact of Anthony Owen on his early career. Ben also answers 20 Magic Questions.

1h 19m
OCT 24 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep90 - What's Going On? - Shawn Farquhar

The 2009 FISM Grand Prix Champion for Close-Up Magic Shawn Farquhar joins Young & Hudson today. Topics discussed: His incredible 32 year long run as a cruise ship magician How and why he transitioned from Cruise ships to his own theatre Hidden Wonders. the harsh realities of running your own theatre. The opportunities that came from winning FISM. His thoughts on originality and theft of material. Also Shawn answers 20 Magic Questions.

1h 12m
OCT 17 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep89 - What's Going On? - Harry De Cruz

Harry De Cruz joins Young & Hudson from his Penthouse Apartment in New York City. Topics discussed: Harry working in AMAZE as Jamie Allan's Alternate. Why he and Neb are so bad at regularly making podcasts. Criss Angel at Blackpool next year. His opinions on AI artwork. How he feels performing another magicians show and life story. The Ehrlich Brothers take things outside. Harry working behind the scenes on the latest Derren Brown Tour, Only Human. Harry Answers 20 Magic Questions. PLUS: We LEAK a Blackpool 2026 Exclusive!

1h 11m
OCT 3 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep88 - What's Going On? - Nick Dopuch

Young and Hudson are joined by Nick Dopuch who is a resident magician at The Magic Castle in Hollywood. Topics Discussed: Why magicians egos mean’t Nick got one of the best gigs in magic. Nick shares insight into the big changes going on at The Castle The trouble he gets with the visiting magicians. Why he doesn’t use electronics. Plus Nick Answers 20 Magic Questions

1h 1m
SEP 26 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep87 - What's Going On? - Gabriella Lester

Joining Young & Hudson today is Canada’s Gabriella Lester, the insanely talented 21 year old already carving a path for herself on the highest level. Topics Discussed: Gabriella talks about how she landed the job of associate producer on Fool Us. She also talks about her latest role in the upcoming Now You See Me Live show. And the hosts discuss Penn & Teller finally being allowed into the Magic Circle. PLUS: Gabriella answers 20 Magic Questions.

53 min
SEP 19 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep86 - What's Going On? Young & Hudson Catch Up

Hudson has spent the last 2 weeks at The Magic Castle and in Las Vegas so there's a lot to catch up on and he has some amazing things to share. Topics discussed: Rudy Coby goes for The Ehrlich's by the throat. A behind the scenes chat about this week's Copperfield podcast. Live UK shows by James Phelan, Alex McAleer and Marc Spelmann. Richard see's AMAZE in New York The new 2025 Tenyo tricks about to be released. Young & Hudson share what happened after the Flom podcast concluded. PLUS: Richard LEAKS the full line up of The Magic Circle Christmas Show 2025.

51 min
SEP 12 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep85 - What's Going On? - Danny Buckler

In this engaging conversation Young & Hudson speak to Danny Buckler who was a guest on the original 100 podcasts, his wisdom on display in this conversation is remarkable: Topics discussed: The magic community adapting to new trends and audience expectations. How Danny's quest for fame in his youth resulted in a loss of authenticity. How the landscape of comedy has changed dramatically, with no clear path to success. Danny highlights the importance of being present and engaged with the audience. Danny discusses cruise ships and his time as a close-up magician decades ago. Also Danny answers 20 Magic Questions. Danny's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@THEDANNYBUCKLERSHOW

1h 6m
AUG 29 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Ep84 - What's Going On? - John Cox

Houdini expert John Cox joins two people who know hardly anything about him for a fun conversation about the legendary figure and also to discuss his new book about Houdini's diary. Topics discussed: The level of his wealth and what he did with his money. John shares how his obsession with Houdini began. The role Bess his wife truly played in his success. The challenges of being an historian in an AI era. He addresses the simple question, was Houdini a nice guy? Also John answers 20 Magic Questions. Houdini Escaping Obscurity - The Travel Diary of Harry Houdini, 1897-1899 Can be ordered here: ⁠https://www.magicwords.shop/all-books/p/escaping-obscurity-regular-edition

59 min

See All (91)

Join your host Alex McAleer for a nostalgic trip down memory lane. In each episode, with the help of a special guest, he looks back and reminisces on an iconic magic TV show from the past.

5.0 (3)

PERFORMING ARTS
Special episodes about events taking place in the magic world.

5.0 (1)

PERFORMING ARTS

View Subscription FAQs

5

out of 5

4 Ratings

My favorite podcast

Jan 2

mattzigzagu

I look forward to each episode of this podcast! Hosts, Richard & Hudson, are professional magicians who love what they do and it comes through every episode! They know their craft and they know their magic history! Each episode they invite a guest on to spotlight and discuss that guest’s career or something about magic. They aren’t afraid to discuss the uncomfortable stuff that happens and celebrate the great in the art form! There is a lot to learn from this podcast…usually with several giggles thrown in! Don’t miss the “The 20 Magic questions” that complete each episode! I really enjoy it!
AMAZING podcast!

12/31/2024

Great weekly show!

I look forward to my notification that there is a new episode of this podcast!! The hosts, Richard Young
Y’all rock!

09/26/2024

RegalRedneck

I’ve been listening to a few podcasts from various other “magic podcast” and frankly, none of them can a hold a candle to what y’all are doing have been doing! The best thing (though y’all have a lot of awesome things) is you let your guests talk! Both of you are fantastic..well, Young maybe a tad more fantastic, (JK Hudson) and I hope you keep this going!To use your British phrase…Brilliant!!! Y’all rock!! Jeff Case