Penguin Magic Podcast

Caroline Ravn works for some of the largest magic corporations in the world, and she shares some of those secrets with you. She also discusses her appearances at TedX and going from the church to the stage. Nick and Erik kick off the show by discussing the Penguin Magic Awards, is Jibrizy Dead, and David Blaine's new show.

Erik Casey is a well-known creator and performer who has released monster hit effects Poker Test and POW. Now, he talks about discovering a principle he thought he had invented in a pamphlet from the 30's. An in-depth conversation about parallel creation and how to make your magic your own. The show kicks off with Erik Tait and Nick discussing how they make the props for their shows.

Felice Ling is a street and stage performer who is one of the prime moving forces behind The Boston Magic Lab. She has put up and coming performers on her  stage right along side living legends, and she shares the secrets of how to get your own show started.The Boston Magic Lab - https://www.bostonmagiclab.com/

Erik Tait gives you a convention report on the very last Winter Carnival of Magic and the very first Mystify Magic Festival. Hear about the shows, the sessions, the Dealer's Room, and the incredible talent assembled for the last of one convention and the first of another.Also now is your opportunity to try and get the Penguin Magic Podcast nominated for The Best Podcast at FISM 2025. Follow this link and write us in as your preferred Podcast Choice.https://www.fismitaly2025.com/online-magic-special-awards/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJBQTpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHU6UR7GWvKjI8KqR7lEiyMWY53srGJIHnngvZqBIBbtgV7pMgLbdvaMRLQ_aem_Qfm2bbn2A6ADSWIuDeai7Q

Erik has been on the road with two different magic conventions and technical problems have resulted in a delay of the podcast. We will be back tomorrow with a full brain dump and recap of The Winter Carnival of Magic and The Mystify Magic Festival! Thanks for listening.

Jonah Babins has hosted the Discourse In Magic podcast for nine years. He has interviewed some of the most prominent names in magic and built a reputation for asking interesting and engaging questions. Latley he has turned his eye to business consulting and is helping magicians around the world dramatically increase their revenues. He stops by the show to discuss his Mastermind workshop and how you can grow your magic business.

Tom Vorjohan is the vice-chair and entertainment director for The Winter Carnival of Magic. This fifty-year-old convention is coming to an end. Tom shares the history, gives insight into what it's like to book a convention, and previews the insane lineup. This convention is going to be legendary, and you have an opportunity to be at the final one!Convention Registration: https://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/

Nick & Erik discuss the hit effect at Blackpool The Atomic Deck by Craig Petty. They also share the coolest tricks they saw in the dealer's room. It's the annual Blackpool Wrap Up!

Craig Petty discusses his brand new hardcover book, Absolute Madness. Craig talks to Erik about the process of turning his favorite tricks of all time into a full-on magic book. Nick and Erik kick off the episode by talking about what's on the stand at the Blackpool Magic Convention and giving first-time conventioneers a crash course on surviving the world's biggest magic convention.

Stan Allen stops by the show for a rare interview to discuss an event that is happening this year at Magic Live. The convention typically shrouded in secrecy, is for the first time sharing an event that needs you. In this episode, you can find out exactly how you could end up on the stage at Magic Live.Submit Your Show To Magic Live: https://www.magicconvention.com/etc/