The Story The $10m mind-reader who spooked Joe Rogan and Barack Obama - the Saturday Story
Nov 29, 2025
Oz Pearlman, a professional mentalist and former Wall Street analyst, shares his mind-reading escapades that have amazed the likes of Joe Rogan and Barack Obama. He reveals the psychological techniques behind his viral tricks, emphasizing that anyone can learn them. Oz discusses his transition from a teen magician to a $10m performer, detailing the challenges of live shows and his rigorous daily habits. With wit and insight, he debunks myths of supernatural powers while elaborating on his ambitions, including future performances for royalty.
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Reverse-Engineer People's Thinking
- Reverse-engineer how people think by studying patterns and psychology over time.
- Practice decoding typical choices to predict behavior without supernatural claims.
Live PIN Guess On Joe Rogan
- Oz Pearlman guessed Joe Rogan's ATM PIN live on the Joe Rogan Experience, shocking the host.
- The clip went viral and showcased his rapid pattern-based deductions in front of millions.
Spot Reading Obama In A Crowd
- Oz introduced himself to Barack Obama at a sports convention and named an old friend in Chicago correctly.
- He achieved the hit in about 30 seconds despite Secret Service presence.
