Well, I Laughed

19: Smoke and Mirrors? pt.1: Now You See Me

Sep 20, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their experiences with dating apps, reflect on first dates and musical memories, explore the rise of spiritualism and mediums, delve into Harry Houdini's early career, reveal the secrets behind his escape tricks, discuss the friendship and clash of beliefs between Houdini and Arthur Conan Doyle, and explore the experiences of Mina Crandon, an upper-class Boston medium.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Remembering First Dates and Musical Memories
01:56 • 14min
3
Nostalgic Reflections on Childhood and Independence
15:29 • 8min
4
Choosing Themes and Listener Recommendations
23:30 • 9min
5
The Rise of Spiritualism and Mediums
32:55 • 6min
6
Séance with Miss Cecile Cook
38:26 • 10min
7
Connections to Appleton, Trapeze Performing, and Internship Stories
48:05 • 3min
8
Critique of a video montage, personal anecdote, and discussion on Vaudeville
51:17 • 2min
9
Vodville and the Early Career of Harry Houdini
53:24 • 14min
10
Multilingual Travel Plans and Fudini's Generosity
01:07:00 • 2min
11
Escaping Collars and Staged Jumps
01:08:46 • 13min
12
Family Nicknames and Expressions
01:22:07 • 2min
13
Houdini's Water Tank Escape
01:24:07 • 7min
14
Swimming Lessons and Childhood Memories
01:31:03 • 4min
15
Houdini's Daring Straight Jacket Escape
01:34:57 • 6min
16
Houdini's Transition to Motion Pictures
01:41:27 • 6min
17
Reflections on David Goggins and Arthur Conan Doyle
01:47:10 • 2min
18
Exploring Arthur Conan Doyle's Transition to Spiritualism
01:48:45 • 18min
19
Houdini vs. Conan Doyle: Clash of Beliefs
02:06:47 • 14min
20
Mina Crandon: The Witch of Boston
02:20:37 • 6min
21
Houdini Confronts Bird and Exposes Miss Crandon
02:27:01 • 15min
22
Houdini and Conan Doyle's Unique Friendship
02:41:46 • 7min