Behind the Page: The Eli Marks 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

Harrison discusses blending Harvard smarts with MAD Magazine humor in his book 'You Are All Terrible' … plus his entertaining feud with Criss Angel. Harrison Greenbaum Interview starts at 00:02:14“I Love That” starts at 01:08:40Chapter Twenty-One of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:14:51 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/LZBPPMDHarrison Greenbaum website:  https://www.harrisongreenbaum.com/“You Are All Terrible” Book:  https://tinyurl.com/mw827wdtAI Podcast Based on Show Notes: https://youtu.be/LAVMLRqf4OgSaturday Night Live Set Change:  https://youtu.be/04kop3CvE_s“The Old Man” Trailer: https://youtu.be/xDu1Q9r6HDoCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Some thoughts from Derek and Nick about comedy and magic … and then Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream.”A Few Minutes With… Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte starts at 00:02:07“I Love That” starts at 00:13:27Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:44LINKSThe 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/LZBPPMDDerek Hughes website: http://derekhughes.net/Nick Diffatte website: https://www.diffatte.com/A Few Minutes With Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte video: https://youtu.be/zmnXHi31T1E QI Website:  https://www.qi.com/Erik Larson Books:  https://eriklarsonbooks.com/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Magician Matt Dunn discusses his roots in magic and then explains how he puts that magical knowledge into scaring people silly in his dream project, Scream Town!Matt Dunn Interview starts at 00:02:41“I Love That” starts at 00:37:20Chapter Nineteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:42:17LINKSThe 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/LZBPPMDMatt Dunn website:  https://www.magicianmattdunn.com/Matt Dunn House Tour Video:  https://youtu.be/21zVdv8El3YScream Town website: https://screamtown.com/Jonathan Creek Fan Site:  http://www.jonathancreek.net/ Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple:  https://www.hbo.com/movies/stevie-van-zandt-discipleCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Some profound thoughts from David Williamson about creating a character and creating clarity … and then Chapter Eighteen of “The Miser’s Dream.”A Few Minutes With… Davide Williamson starts at 00:02:08“I Love That” starts at 00:10:16Chapter Eighteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:24:19 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/LZBPPMDDavid Williamson Website: https://davidwilliamson.com/aboutSleight School: https://www.sleight.school/A Few Minutes With David Williamson video: https://youtu.be/2utEtjGhE-oFull David Williamson Interview (#223):  https://youtu.be/GoVh0L4Y7fsFull David Williamson Interview (#311):  https://youtu.be/B0h6mo9FLZo“No Pay, Nudity” Trailer: https://youtu.be/qvA42nk0zh0“No Pay, Nudity” Website: https://www.bayviewentertainment.com/no-pay-nudityThe Rewatchables Podcast: https://www.theringer.com/the-rewatchablesCheck out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Jamy Ian Swiss, a renowned magician and author, shares his profound insights on the magic community. He discusses the importance of mentorship and the storytelling aspect of magic. The conversation dives into the evolution of magic on screen, examining its impact and the role of television. Jamy also reflects on the intriguing world of anti-magic, emphasizing the significance of the act itself over individual performers. With a blend of humor and nostalgia, he recounts memorable moments with legendary figures, making for a captivating discussion.

Some thoughts from John Lovick about the right way and the wrong way to create a stage persona. And then Chapter Sixteen of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… John Lovick starts at 00:02:31“I Love That” starts at 00:14:24Chapter Sixteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:27:27 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/LZBPPMDHandsome Jack on Fool Us:  https://youtu.be/cGGcCgSmoO4John Lovick Website: http://www.handsomejack.com/John Lovick (Complete Interview): https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-219-john-lovick-handsome-jack-and-then-chapter-19-of-the-bullet-catchA Few Minutes With John Lovick video: https://youtu.be/IH1zoofffvgPaul Williams Still Alive (Trailer): https://youtu.be/ZkD1Tr4b2vgPaul Williams “Still Alive” (song): https://youtu.be/ndjuJeo3POMMuch Ado About Nothing (Trailer):  https://youtu.be/rbSN4Lv_N4gHenry V (Trailer): https://youtu.be/tksPrKi5wUgHamlet (Trailer):  https://youtu.be/UjHXIWLTsOkAndrew Scott “Hamlet”:  https://youtu.be/q6CLdCl9TB0Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast