The Socratic Sessions The Ethics of Deception: When Does Magic Cross the Line? w/ David Alnwick
🔍 Overview: Magic thrives on illusion, but when does it become outright deception? Samuel and David Alnwick explore the ethical tightrope of stage magic—where misdirection turns into manipulation, and whether magicians owe their audiences the truth.
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