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The Nateland Podcast
#13 Magic
Sep 23, 2020
Magician Stephen Bargatze shares secrets of magic, tricks gone wrong, and the history of magic. They discuss the responsibilities of leading the International Brotherhood of Magicians, performing shows, and the diverse interests within the magic community. The conversation touches on the cup and ball trick, legacy of famous magicians, risky feats of magicians like Houdini, and humorous anecdotes about magic acts.
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- The distinction between sorcery and magic lies in their historical context, with sorcery involving dark arts and deception, while magic focuses on entertainment through illusions.
- Magicians often face accusations of deception, as seen in anecdotes where misunderstandings arose due to performing magic tricks, leading to issues with some audience members.
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Historical References of Magic
Magicians have historical references dating back to biblical times. The Egyptian magicians in the Bible were able to match many of the plagues sent by God. In the book of Acts, Simon, a sorcerer, sought to buy tricks from the apostles to perform miracles, highlighting the distinction between sorcery and sleight of hand magic.
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