Penguin Magic Podcast

Josh Burch is not just a talented creator and performer of magic; he is also the brains behind the social media team at Penguin Magic. He helps to curate the videos that regularly go viral, and develops new material for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. He shares the secrets magicians should know to get their own magic videos featured on Penguin Magic's channels.

Myq Kaplan is a comedian and writer with a truly unique approach to creativity. He discusses not only his approach to writing, but also actionable ways magicians can infuse comedy into their show. Before that Nick Locapo comes on the show to discuss the latest tricks  and share updates on The Hand & The Eye, the new magic venue coming to Chicago.Myq Kaplan's  Special Rini - https://youtu.be/y0uf9i_z-Aw

Craig Petty returns to the show to discuss his chaotic trip to Magic Live, spill the beans behind Game Changer and an unreleased effect for Keymaster, and discuss his kids' illusion show that is performing on some of the largest stages in the UK. Magic and Mischief is headlining House of Secrets and you need to know about it.

Steve Reynolds, a writer and scholar of Ed Marlo's magic, shares fascinating insights into his relationship with mentor Jon Racherbaumer and his journey to becoming a Marlo expert. He reveals how he acquired Marlo's unpublished materials and discusses the creative process behind the expanded edition of The Olram File. Steve emphasizes the importance of studying Marlo's work privately and provides practical advice for approaching his techniques. Listeners will enjoy exploring the intricacies of card magic through Steve's passionate perspective.

Gabriella Lester has joined the cast of the new touring show Now You See Me Live, based on the popular Now You See Me Film franchise. She discusses the casting process, creating magic for the show, and their first show at the Sydney Opera House. Nick Locapo kicks off the show, discussing the latest tricks and the Vogue article declaring magic at your house parties as hot again.

Fitzgerald stops by the show to discuss the Black Rabbit Rose Theater in Hollywood, as well as his work with The Unholy Three, and his transition from magician, to comedian, and then onto comedy magic. The show starts with Nick & Erik discussing the latest tricks and news in the magic world.

David Regal stops by the show. He is a television writer, creator, performer, and powerful force in magic creativity. He's an executive producer and co-head writer on The Carbonaro Effect. A popular performer at The Magic Castle. In this wide-ranging interview, he discusses his history in television, creating magic, and behind the scenes on one of the most popular magic shows on television.

John Reid is a Guinness World Records balloon sculptor, a legendary magician, on the forefront of teaching magic to the youth, and the guy who has kept Cressey Coils as the premier coil producer in the world. He shares a wide-ranging conversation with Erik Tait. The show kicks off with Erik & Nick discussing the latest tricks, and the recent spate of fake endorsements to plague the magic marketplace.

Blake Vogt has worked behind the scenes for David Copperfield, David Blaine, Dynamo, and Justin Willman. He's also become quite the popular performer himself with his appearances on Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Disney Cruise Ships. Blake discusses creativity, sleeping on couches, and how a titanic winter storm changed his life forever.

The new world champion of Parlor Magic Mortenn Christiansen returns to the show to discuss how what started as his hand stuck in a Pringles can turned into a second world championship. He discusses how the act developed, how his first win changed his life, imposter syndrome, and so much more.