Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast

In this bonus episode of the podcast, long-time collaborators John and Jim discuss John's diverse career, from low-budget filmmaking to his popular "Eli Marks" mystery series. They delve into his writing process, the new Magic Castle-set book Twisting the Aces, and stories from their "Behind the Page" podcast featuring magicians like Teller. LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMinnesota Mystery Night: https://www.mnmysterynight.com/Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Master magician Lance Burton returns to share how early inspirations and pivotal mentors shaped his career. He delves into his philosophy on the importance of repetition, learning from failure, and ethical trick selection, all culminating in his profound connection with the audience after decades of performance.Lance Burton Interview starts at 00:01:43"I Love That" starts at 01:01:51“Twisting the Aces” Prolog starts at 01:16:50 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDLance Burton Website: https://www.lanceburton.com/"The Importance of Being Earnest" (Audible Version): https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Oscar-Wilde-BBC-Radio-Drama-Collection-Audiobook/1787534693"Ghost Light" (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/91hRaPHmHoQ"Dying To Audition" (Free Audiobook): https://youtu.be/e0Pta98R0MQCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

David Regal shares his love for creating magic tricks, focusing on the joy of creativity and problem-solving over selling them. Plus, the FINAL chapter of The Linking Rings!David Regal Interview starts at 00:03:14"I Love That" starts at 00:09:28Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:23:32 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDOriginal Interview with David Regal: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-8-david-regal-on-creating-and-selling-magic-and-chapter-seven-of-the-ambitious-cardDavid Regal Website:  https://davidregal.com/Link to David's Cartoon Book: https://davidregal.com/habracadabra/Harry Price, Ghost Hunter (Trailer): https://youtu.be/0rQyBoSomXAMurder on the Orient Express (Trailer):  https://youtu.be/kjSN6hmg2UYCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

In this interview excerpt, Jon Armstrong compares magicians to superheroes, emphasizing the importance of relatable abilities and a clear identity for lasting audience impact. A Few Minutes With… Jon Armstrong starts at 00:02:14"I Love That" starts at 00:15:18Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:25:05 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDJon Armstrong Website: https://www.cardjon.com/Original Jon Armstrong Full Interview:  https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-207-jon-armstrong-on-being-a-magic-consultant-and-chapter-seven-of-the-bullet-catchA Few Minutes with … Jon Armstrong: https://youtu.be/yZqVZ_LVAVYStarman Trailer: https://youtu.be/SOMyCjQzk4wGarbo Talks Trailer: https://youtu.be/2SUn9QMrTOoCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Mikayla Oz shares her strategy for high-volume performance, including interacting with audiences pre-show to break the ice, then talks about The Magician School, her nationwide program that pivoted online during the pandemic to teach magic. Mikayla Oz Interview starts at 00:02:15"I Love That" starts at 00:50:15Chapter Twenty-One of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:59:51 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMikayla Oz Website:  https://mikaylaoz.com/Michael J Fox - "Future Boy" Book: https://read.macmillan.com/fib/future-boy/John Candy Documentary "I Like Me" Trailer: https://youtu.be/PrcQRsrBcCkCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Jonathan Levit talks about an early magic consulting (and acting) gig on “The X-Files,” and performing in front of Ricky Jay! A Few Minutes With… Jonathan Levit starts at 00:02:10"I Love That" starts at 00:09:50Chapter Twenty of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:20:39 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDJonathan Levit Website: https://www.jonathanlevit.com/Original Jonathan Levit Full Interview:  https://tinyurl.com/bdhf7v9rA Few Minutes with … Jonathan Levit: https://youtu.be/7YbPdND-_QARicky jay and His 52 Assistants: https://youtu.be/z7InE1zXAY4Reuben, Reuben (complete movie): https://youtu.be/k5YCy1MNGFwNina Conti Clip #1: https://youtu.be/EADGMYpUa6INina Conti Clip #2: https://youtu.be/7GOrNuBMTJkJames P. Hogan - Inherit The Stars (The Giants Novels): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giants_(series)Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast 

The duo candidly discusses the advantages of their diverse performance backgrounds, including music, juggling, and even jiu-jitsu, in creating entertaining magic that prioritizes audience connection over mere sleight of hand. And then a big confrontation in Chapter 19 of “The Linking Rings.” The Cosmic Romantics Interview starts at 00:02:22"I Love That" starts at 00:58:07Chapter Nineteen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:11:09 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDThe Cosmic Romantics Website: https://www.thecosmicromantics.com/blogFireFly TV Series: https://tinyurl.com/4r2ztn8mW1A TV Series: https://tinyurl.com/5n6s84shW1A Clip: https://youtu.be/GKWZlWaGKgcRicky Jay Card Throwing:  https://youtu.be/4F93VCA_TCQCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast 

David Kaye talks about the difference between doing magic for kids versus adults … and then more from “The Linking Rings.” A Few Minutes With… David Kaye starts at 00:02:42"I Love That" starts at 00:08:30Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:19:13 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDSilly Billy website:  https://www.sillybillymagic.com/David Kaye Website: https://sillymagic.com/Original David Kaye Full Interview:  https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-119-david-kaye-aka-silly-billy-plus-morgan-amp-west-and-then-chapter-eighteen-of-the-ambitious-cardA Few Minutes with … David Kaye: https://youtu.be/zKFcVGjwGW8John’s Email: http://jgaspard@earthlink.netHarold and Maude Trailer: https://youtu.be/IppZ9AquHy0New Harold and Maude Book: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ - /held-over-harold-and-maude-at-the-westgate-theater/“After Dunkirk” Book Series: https://severnriverbooks.com/collections/after-dunkirk-series?srsltid=AfmBOooeadUuI6NyvGf4sLirI_BcvQI96PjIybVY20LVkQII61BhzvdeCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast 

From tickling the ivories as an improv pianist to leading the Society of American Magicians as its president, John Sturk shares how his diverse performance background enhances his magic. And then a big confrontation in Chapter 17 of “The Linking Rings.”John Sturk Interview starts at 00:02:53"I Love That" starts at 00:41:28Chapter Seventeen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:49:40 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDJohn Sturk Website: https://www.johnsturk.com/George Campbell Interview:  https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-401-comedian-and-former-magician-george-campbell-stops-by-to-chat-and-then-chapter-one-of-the-misers-dreamBilly Joel Documentary:  https://youtu.be/fvCB4gg7yS0Travel Man: https://www.youtube.com/@Travel-ManCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Joshua Jay talks about the dangers of The Bullet Catch and other tragic magic … and then more from “The Linking Rings.” A Few Minutes With… Joshua Jay starts at 00:02:57"I Love That" starts at 00:10:48Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:19:41 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDJoshua Jay Website: https://www.joshuajay.com/Original Joshua Jay Full Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-204-joshua-jay-on-tragic-magic-and-chapter-four-of-the-bullet-catchA Few Minutes with … Joshua Jay: https://youtu.be/Q5dK1aBss6MThe Trip trailer: https://youtu.be/K9bPJmy68RsBruce Springsteen Tracks II: https://tinyurl.com/24xvstjbHighgate Cemetery:  https://highgatecemetery.org/Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast