Penguin Magic Podcast Erik Tait

Nick Locapo is back after an extended time away from the podcast. Nick and Erik catch up with a discussion of the latest tricks that are fit to dish. Then they dive into the potential death of The Toxic Force. After that they answer listener questions on how to submit products to Penguin Magic.

Tony Cabral is a mainstay in the Boston Magic scene. He has a delightful way of demonstrating gambling effects to his audience in a way that connects with them. Tony is also well known in sleight of hand circles for his incredible chops. Erik grabbed some of his time via Zoom to discuss how Tony has managed to turn the esoteric art of card cheating into a rollicking good time for all of his audiences.

Paul Green is a living legend in magic who has built a career on creating commercially accessible routines that truly connect with his audiences. He discusses his approach to creating material, giving back to the community through acts of service, and how to make your magic better by listening to your audiences. Next week Nick & Erik return to discuss new products and current magic events.

Diamond Jim Tyler talks about Bamboozlers, how he went from restaurant magician to performing in the homes of the most well-known people in the world and becoming a legend with a couple of pranks. Nick Locapo is off this week, but don't worry; this week's episode is full of some of the wildest stories we've heard yet.

Paige Thompson has appeared on Penn & Teller Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and is a resident magician at The Chicago Magic Lounge. She is starting to headline some of the biggest magic theaters and cruise ships, and we get the inside info on where she is going. Before that, Erik & Nick discuss the newest tricks of the week and answer a listener question on how to handle hecklers.

Todd Robbins is a master of the sideshow arts. He's eaten more than 5,000 lightbulbs, swallowed swords, fire, and hammered nails into his face to the delight of audiences around the world. In this episode he discusses his path to the absurd, and talks about Play Dead with Teller and Speakeasy Magick in New York. The show starts with Nick and Erik recapping the new tricks of the week and sharing their tips for overcoming stage fright and performing nerves.Speakeasy Magick: https://speakeasymag...