Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast

Sara Ballantine talks about her father, comedy magician Carl Ballantine, and her documentary “Troupers” … and Chapter Seven of “The Linking Rings.” Sara Ballantine Interview starts at 00:02:19"I Love That" starts at 00:35:56Chapter Seven of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:45:12 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/LZBPPMDSara Ballantine Website:  http://www.saraballantine.com/“Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA“Troupers” Full Movie:  https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0cCarl Ballantine in action:  https://youtu.be/N5W_U4wH3FcCarl Ballantine in action:  https://youtu.be/aeH6r9QTxngScott Land’s Carl Ballantine puppet: https://youtu.be/BPpLoF7zudQCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast“Rise” app: https://www.risescience.com/“The Conversation” trailer: https://youtu.be/elJL5D6HTvAConversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn

We re-visit a chat with Stan Allen, discussing the problem with exposure of magic … and then Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings.” A Few Minutes With… Stan Allen starts at 00:03:15"I Love That" starts at 00:11:24Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings " starts at 00:24:14 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 Stan Allen: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-203-stan-allen-on-the-masked-magician-and-chapter-three-of-the-bullet-catchMagic Live website:  https://www.magicconvention.com/“Hal” documentary: https://hal.oscilloscope.net/Interview with Amy Scott: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-115-filmmaker-amy-scott-on-her-documentary-halMarc Maron’s WTF (Carlos Mencia): http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/tag/Carlos+MenciaCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

“The Insider” podcast host and Vanishing Inc.’s Chief Marketing Officer stops by to chat about magic and more … and then Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings.” Damian Jennings Interview starts at 00:02:19"I Love That" starts at 00:57:33Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:07:09 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/LZBPPMD“The Insider” Podcast link: https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/insider-magic-podcast/Tony Sagittarius Link: https://youtu.be/8_BftNgm9ZoThe Man Who Would Be King trailer: https://youtu.be/eqZ7QfulTuU“Copenhagen” (TV version): https://youtu.be/RTn9eKfH11M“Copenhagen” (Audible version): https://www.audible.com/pd/Copenhagen-Audiobook/B00E4PK69WCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The Amazing Kreskin shares hilarious, inspiring tales of spontaneity and humor—plus, we dive into Chapter Four of The Linking Rings. A Few Minutes With… The Amazing Kreskin starts at 00:03:01"I Love That" starts at 00:08:23Chapter Four of The Linking Rings" starts at 00:20:43 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 Amazing Kreskin – Full Interview: https://tinyurl.com/333z9348Charles Grodin book (“It Would Be So Nice If You Weren’t Here”): https://www.amazon.com/Would-Nice-You-Werent-Here/dp/0688088732Joshua Jay book (“How Magicians Think”): https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic-books/how-magicians-think/Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

This episode features a conversation with Star Newman and Tyler Erickson, discussing Star's journey from theater to magic, the influence of theater on her performances, the importance of collaboration, and their shared perspectives on teaching and the future of magic. Star & Tyler Interview starts at 00:02:19"I Love That" starts at 00:49:56Chapter Three of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:01:11 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/LZBPPMDStar Newman website: https://www.starnewman.com/Tyler Erickson website: https://www.strongermagic.com/Star on “Fool Us”: https://youtu.be/Fs3ffSYFUWwOriginal Tyler Erickson Interview:  https://tinyurl.com/2c2sebthJoshua Malina on Sports Night: https://youtu.be/JsQBpG-3TQYLondon Walks:  https://www.walks.com/The Ripperologists Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Ripperologists-Audiobook/179992131XThe Greyhound of the Baskervilles Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Greyhound-of-the-Baskervilles-Audiobook/109418960XCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The next chapter of “The Linking Rings,” and then some important thoughts from Suzanne about mistakes beginning magicians often make. A Few Minutes With… Suzanne starts at 00:02:55"I Love That" starts at 00:10:56Chapter Two of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:22:01 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/LZBPPMDSuzanne’s website: https://www.suzmagic.com/A Few Minutes With … Suzanne: https://youtu.be/sKQWG8LjLVwSuzanne Original Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-218-suzanne-on-learning-and-teaching-magic-and-chapter-eighteen-of-the-bullet-catch“Slings & Arrows” Trailer: https://youtu.be/8VnAGdzoiXU“Slings & Arrows” Ophelia scene: https://youtu.be/I0uVGCYRP4ISusan Coyne Interview: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/fast-cheap-interview-blog/actresswriter-susan-coyne-on-slings-amp-arrows-c97z9-arkrg“No Good Deed” Trailer: https://youtu.be/JKufPJ-JHvACheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Legendary magician Doc Eason shares his transformative journey into magic, the importance of audience connection, and heartwarming stories about his friendship with John Denver … and then Chapter One of “The Linking Rings.” Doc Eason Interview starts at 00:03:30"I Love That" starts at 00:45:19Chapter One of "The Miser's Dream" starts at 00:52:00 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/LZBPPMDDoc Eason website: https://doceason.com/The Six Triple Eight: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/tyler-perry-new-netflix-movie-six-triple-eightAlan Arkin Reads “Catch-22” (Abridged): https://youtu.be/jNWsXqcPmsEEugene Burger on Paul Daniels’ Halloween Special: https://youtu.be/Xh2r-vuNAM0Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Dick Cavett discusses how he masterfully showcased legendary magicians on TV, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets and unforgettable moments with icons like Slydini, Ricky Jay and Teller. A Few Minutes With… Dick Cavett starts at 00:02:07“I Love That” starts at 00:14:32Chapter Twenty-Four (and the Epilog) of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:32 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/LZBPPMDA Few Minutes With Dick Cavett video: https://youtu.be/3A5PXj58mIESlydini on Dick Cavett (First Appearance):  https://youtu.be/Ir-0j4YCHi8Slydini on Dick Cavett (Second Appearance):  https://youtu.be/J913AVe3adUDick Cavett Interview Part One: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-9-dick-cavett-interview-part-one-and-chapter-eight-of-the-ambitious-cardDick Cavett Interview Part Two: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-110-dick-cavett-interview-part-two-and-chapter-nine-of-the-ambitious-cardCellini #1: https://youtu.be/_c81rxaPfWgCellini #2: https://youtu.be/cR7sTDhNfwkJim’s I LOVE THAT: “Watership Down” Book: https://www.simonandschuster.net/books/Watership-Down/Richard-Adams/Scribner-Classics/9780684836058John’s I LOVE THAT: “Shooting Columbo” Book: https://bonaventurepress.com/shooting-columbo/Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast 

On this episode of the podcast, Nick Mohammed shares his lifelong love for magic, the evolution of his comedic character Mr. Swallow, and the thrilling challenges of performing daring tricks on stage. Nick Mohammed Interview starts at 00:03:26“I Love That” starts at 01:01:51Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:13:14 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/LZBPPMDNick Mohammed website: https://www.nickmohammedlive.com/Nick on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nickmohammedy/Mr. Swallow on Twitter:  https://x.com/mrswallowNick and Son Do Magic:  https://youtu.be/j9mK4htDQ3kMr. Swallow:  https://youtu.be/Xvi8hJVzwyYJim’s I LOVE THAT: Rescuing Christmas:  https://youtu.be/y86lLXVOjysJohn’s I LOVE THAT:  “Rehearsed To Death” Trailer: https://youtu.be/faVSox6KNfcBuy “Rehearsed To Death”: https://books2read.com/b/mBvAKk“A Christmas Carl” Trailer:  https://youtu.be/EO7ZMiNTEKIBuy “A Christmas Carl”: https://books2read.com/b/4AONdNCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Julie Eng recounts some key lessons she learned while working in her father’s magic store as a teenager … and then Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… Julie Eng starts at 00:00:58“I Love That” starts at 00:09:08Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:26:27 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/LZBPPMDJulie Eng website: https://www.magicienne.com/A Few Minutes With Julie Eng video: https://youtu.be/CkFTgh3Hi7URippercast Podcast: https://www.casebook.org/podcast/“They All Laughed” Music Video:  https://youtu.be/-Qpi8x-tdmo“Renegades” Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42xagXCUDsFO6a0lcHoTlvLondon Walks website: https://www.walks.com/Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast