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Penguin Magic PodcastZabrecky - The Unholy Three, Creativity, and Ethics In Magic - S6E35Zabrecky stops by the show to discuss the development of his award-winning persona, winning the AMA Close-Up Magician of the Year award, creativity, and dealing with ethics and theft of your material in magic. The show starts with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the newest Danny Garcia trick, Erik's trip to the Magic Castle, and the latest tricks making it through their repertoire.2025-06-121h 24Penguin Magic PodcastJon Armstrong - Parlor Magician Of The Year! - S6E30Jon Armstrong stops by the show to discuss his new award as The Magic Castle's Parlor Magician of the Year. He also discusses writing and creating for your own show, and how you can move from close-up to stage. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the newest tricks from Penguin Magic, answering Listener questions on how to conquer butterflies before performing, and Nick gives a report on the convention he just performed on.2025-05-0855 minPenguin Magic PodcastErik Casey - Developing Your Original Magic - S6E24Erik 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.2025-03-271h 25Penguin Magic PodcastConvention Report - One Convention Retires As Another One Rises - Erik Tait - S6E22Erik 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=IwY2xjawJBQTpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHU6UR7...2025-03-1430 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait Preview Magifest - S6E15Nick Locapo and Erik Tait preview all the magic Penguin is bringing to Magifest. The lads discuss new effects, exciting new products, and everything that will be in the booth. At the close of the episode Nick & Erik discuss the delicate art of demonstrating magic to magicians at conventions, and give some advice to aspiring magic pitch people.2025-01-2339 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo - Penguin Year In Review - S6E122024 was a year full of crazy releases. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait look back on all the magic that came out this year, and sneak preview some stuff coming in 2025.2025-01-0243 minPenguin Magic PodcastCarisa Hendrix - The Holiday Special Returns! - S6E11Carisa Hendrix stops by the show to discuss how she came to be the newest co-host of the Penguin Live Holiday Special. She discusses some exclusive behind-the-scenes info and details the challenges in putting the special together. Before that, Nick Locapo and Erik Tait talk about the Holiday Specials of days past, the new tricks they are putting into their walk-around work, and the latest products to hit the market.2024-12-2653 minPenguin Magic PodcastMichael Bloemeke - The Claws, The Cups, The Balls, and Black Friday - S6E6Michael Bloemeke is one of the stand out performers from Magic Texas, and a team member for FISM North America for 2025. His signature act featuring cups and balls and claws has delighted audiences across the continent and now he shares how he came up with this incredible act. Before all of that the show starts with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait giving a sneak preview to all the news that is fit to dish for Penguin Magic's Black Friday Sale.2024-11-151h 46Penguin Magic PodcastTori Noquez - Mathematician By Day Finger Flinging Magician By Night - S5E51Tori Noquez has been featured on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, in the New York Times, and at The Magic Castle. She is a rising star in the magic scene, as well as a talented educator and performer. In this interview, she discusses how her research into advanced mathematics allows her to become a more creative magician. The show starts with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait talking about the return of the Penguin Live lecture, new tricks, and answering a listener's question about their favorite ace effects.2024-09-2658 minPenguin Magic PodcastDavid Williamson - The Legendary Agent Of Magical Chaos - S5E47David Williamson joins the show from Magic Live in Las Vegas. He shares stories of pranking Guy Hollingworth, his performances with the Illusionists and Circus 1903, and dragging lay people off the street and into magic conventions. The show kicks off with Erik Tait and Nick Locapo answering listener questions about Hermetic Press and exciting news about books coming out exclusively from Penguin Magic.2024-08-2956 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - Magic Live Recap & Winning A Fake Award - S5E45Nick Locapo and Erik Tait devote the entire episode to recapping Magic Live, discussing the brand-new products that launched in Las Vegas, and Erik recounts winning The Merlin Award, an award that is often bought instead of won on merit. Nick & Erik catch up on all the magic news that is fit to dish, and give you the inside scoop on the latest tricks.Background On Merlin Award: https://podcast.penguinmagic.com/402133/13504911-tony-hassini-part-1-the-international-magic-society-s4e462024-08-1540 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - Magic Convention Crash Course - S5E40Nick Locapo and Erik Tait answer viewer fan mail, providing the do's, do nots, pro tips, and give you a beginners' guide to attending your very first magic convention.2024-07-1134 minPenguin Magic PodcastDal Sanders - Ronald McDonald & FISM North AmericaDal Sanders discusses the incredible events lined up for the North American Magic Championship, and his contributions to the Field Ronald McDonald Program. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick the show off with a discussion of the Rick Maue Penguin Live Lecture, and address listener questions about exposure.FISM NA Magic Texas Convention Registration: https://fism-nacm.com/2024-07-0456 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - The Death of Toxic and How To Submit Tricks - S5E38Nick Locapo is back after an extended time away from the podcast. Nick and Erik catch up with a discussion of the latest tricks that are fit to dish. Then they dive into the potential death of The Toxic Force. After that they answer listener questions on how to submit products to Penguin Magic.2024-06-2743 minPenguin Magic PodcastFankie Foti - From Los Angeles to The House of Cards - S5E32Frankie Foti is one of the resident magicians at House of Cards in Nashville, and he takes some time from his busy schedule to tell us all about HOC, as well as the way he enchants his audience. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show by discussing the hot new tricks that just came out, Nick's turn at The Magic Castle, and the difficulties of breaking in new material.2024-05-1657 minPenguin Magic PodcastChris Rose - Magicians On Mission - S5E30Chris Rose is the founder and CEO of Magicians On Mission, a charitable organization that develops, produces, and supports magic shows for American troops in combat zones. Chris and his team stop by the show to discuss their efforts, how these shows help service members, and what you can do to help. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the new products Going Up and Grip Stick, as well as sharing their insight on how to make your walk-around magic more powerful.Going Up by Sean Ridgeway: https://www...2024-05-021h 09Penguin Magic PodcastLeah Orleans - A New Convention Rises - S5E29Leah Orleans stops by the show to preview her brand new convention and drop some hints about how this convention is going to add some new twists on the standard format. Erik Tait and Nick Locapo kick things off with their hot takes and stories about magic conventions they have gone to. They might even crack the code on what makes good conventions incredible.Mystify Magic Festival: https://mystifymagicfestival.com/2024-04-251h 01Penguin Magic PodcastCody Clark - Magic On The Spectrum - S5E28Cody Clark isn't just on the Autism spectrum; he has woven it into his magic and motivational speaking in truly inspiring ways. He stops by the studio to discuss not only his work but how magicians can be considerate of the neurodivergent in their audiences. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show by discussing teaching magic on YouTube and a quick disection of the new tricks to hit the market.2024-04-1852 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - The 2023 Penguin Magic Awards Breakdown Show - S5E25The Penguin Magic Awards are back! Voting is live and this week Erik & Nick devote the entire episode to breaking down all of the categories, all of the nominees, and give you a sneak peek inside this year's award show. Voting is live at the link below. This is a big breakdown of some of the best tricks in 2023! The award show airs April 19th, but don't forget to listen to this breakdown about how you can get involved!Penguin Magic Awards Voting & Nominee List: https://www.penguinmagic.com/about/penguin-magic-awards-20232024-03-281h 23Penguin Magic PodcastOm Darji - A Rising Star On The Cutting Edge - S5E24Om Darji is a rising young talent from the Magic Castle Junior Program who has outstanding chops and an irreverent and fun approach to her performances. She discusses producing her own magic-inspired play, The Magic Castle Junior program, and a lot more. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the latest magic products and then discussing their early influences in magic and where they first learned their magic.Om Darji's Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0CfCG7lJRMFan2C by R. Paul Wilson: 2024-03-211h 11Penguin Magic PodcastMat Franco - Building A New Show - S5E22Mat Franco stops by the show to discuss getting his show back off the ground after the pandemic, how adding new production ability has allowed him to make the show better, and a unique solution that gives him the ability to add new material every show. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show with The Penguin Chat discussing their own shows, their creative processes and how they went from close-up to stage.2024-03-0758 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - The 2023 Blackpool Wrap Up - S5E21Erik Tait returns from Blackpool to talk to Nick Locapo about all the latest tricks that are fit to dish. They discuss the DragonScale, a brand new handling for Discovery by Spooky Nyman, and the massive hit from Craig Petty Mindblox. DragonScale by Penguin Magic: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19233Discovery by Spooky Nyman: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19356MindBlox by Craig Petty: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/195672024-02-2949 minPenguin Magic PodcastFrancis Menotti - Putting the Art in Magic - S5E12Francis Menotti stops by the show to talk about creativity in magic, creating magic you love out of the magic you don't like, and a lot more. Erik Tait discusses the featured product of the week from Dean Dill. Before all of that, we kick things off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss the literature they would love to be lost at sea with. This week comedy magic legend Keith Fields joins us for Desert Island Magic Books.Blizzard by Dean Dill: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/180432023-12-2837 minPenguin Magic PodcastErik Casey - The Perfect Oil & Water - S5E4Erik Casey stops by the show from the IBM Convention in Pittsburgh to discuss Perfect Oil & Water and so much more. Nick Locapo joins the show for an unbiased review of the single greatest card trick that has ever been released. Before all of that, Danny Orleans tells us the literature he would love to be lost at sea with on Desert Island Magic Books.Mastering the Art of Magic by Eugene Burger: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/8860POW (Perfect Oil & Water) by Erik Casey & John Michael Hinton: ...2023-11-0230 minPenguin Magic PodcastTony Hassini Part 2 - The Merlin Award & Fact Checking - S4E47Tony Hassini finishes his conversation with Erik Tait about the Merlin Award, The International Magician's Society, and some of the controversy surrounding it. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Paul Curry. No quick fire segment in this show, it's all about the main event.The IMS Website: https://www.imsmagic.com/Tom Stone Article: https://www.tomstone.se/en/magic-world/the-merlin-awardUnnoficial Archive Of The Merlin Awards: https://merlinawards.wordpress.com/2023-09-0739 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo - State Of The Penguin - Six Month Product Checkup - S4E36Nick Locapo and Erik Tait break down the releases of the last six months and check on who could be an early contender for Trick of the Year. The lads also preview some new releases that will be dropping soon. In addition, they cover the featured product of the week from Nate Kranzo. It's a massive episode with a sneak peak behind the curtains at Penguin Magic. It's the six month product checkup.Peanut Butter and Cheese: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18168Middle Seat: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/181822023-06-221h 21Penguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - Blackpool 2023 Wrap-up - S4E19Nick Locapo joins Erik Tait on the show to recap Blackpool 2023. They discuss the hottest tricks in the seaside convention, talk about what it's like at the biggest magic convention in the world, and chat about Erik Tait working both the Penguin Booth and as one of the headliners at his first European convention. In the middle the boys take a break to tell you about the featured product of the week from Nathan Kranzo. It's an episode you won't want to miss.Stone Purse by Nathan Kranzo: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/110832023-02-2357 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo - 2022 Year In Review - S4E12Nick Locapo and Erik Tait break down all of the greatest tricks of the year. The boys talk through all of the physical releases put out by Penguin Magic, discuss their favorite effects, and tease some exciting new things coming in 2023. It's the annual Penguin Magic Podcast year in review!2023-01-0554 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo - Black Friday Sneak Peak - S4E5Nick Locapo and Erik Tait break down the brand-new tricks being launched in Penguin's Early Black Friday special. Plus, find out more about the huge all-day Penguin Live stream. Get some behind the scenes on the latest tricks, and find out how you can win some free magic when Nick and Erik go live for a marathon 13 hour live stream on YouTube and PenguinMagic.com2022-11-1734 minPenguin Magic PodcastAlexandra Duvivier - Magic As A University Degree In France - S3E49Alexandra Duvivier discusses her theater The Double Fond, and how you can earn an actual university degree in magic from France. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Rhoddy McGhie. Before all of that the show kicks off with the YouTube sensation Spidey telling you his top five tricks in under five minutes in a segment we call The Top Five Under Five.Erik Tait's FISM performance: https://youtu.be/uX8XEY74E20Little Door by Roddy McGhie: https://www...2022-09-2227 minPenguin Magic PodcastErik Tait - The World Championships of Magic - S3E43Nick Locapo hijacks the show this week to take you behind the scenes at FISM Quebec 2022. Go along for the ride as Erik Tait competes in the World Championships of Magic. Find out what happened and what it takes to bring home a trophy from the toughest magic competition in the world.2022-08-1157 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo & Erik Tait - The Penguins At The Magic Castle -S3E37Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discuss their recent shows at The Magic Castle, and they discuss the State Of The Penguin. It's a discussion of the latest tricks such as Ctrl-C, Brain Child, Flip Balm, Boom Box, and more. The show is brought to you by the featured product of the week from Adrian Vega. Plus, you'll hear stories about The Magic Castle, Nick & Erik's Castle Lecture, and what it's like to perform at The Mystique Dining Lounge.____Brain Child by Kyle Purnell: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17166CTRL-C...2022-06-3042 minPenguin Magic PodcastHarry Nardi - A New Generation - S3E31Harry Nardi joins Erik Tait to discuss the joy of teaching magic in a meaningful way. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Nicholas Lawrence. Before all of that the show kicks off with Blaise Serra considering the magic book he would take on a desert island. 2022-05-1926 minPenguin Magic PodcastErik Casey - Oops All Erik's Episode - S3E22Erik Casey joins the show to discuss Poker Test 2.0, and the trials and tribulations of creating a follow-up effect. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Cameron Francis. The show kicks off with one of the quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss their top five tricks in under five minutes with the incredible mentalist Eric Dittleman.____R.I.P. (Restored in Pieces) by Cameron Francis: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/12983The Poker Test 2.0 by Erik Casey: https...2022-03-1731 minPenguin Magic PodcastBlackpool Magic Convention Recap - S3 E19Nick Locapo joins Erik Tait to recap the highlights of the Blackpool Magic Convention. The lads discuss the best tricks they saw at the biggest magic convention in the world, and The Vanishing Card from Nicholas Lawrence before its worldwide release. They also take a quick break to discuss the featured product of the week from Nicholas Lawrence. The show closes with a tribute to The Amazing Johnathan.____Flare by Nicholas Lawrence: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/12755Mental Block by Dan Harlan: https://www.penguinmagic.com...2022-02-2433 minPenguin Magic PodcastErik Tait - The Road To Fism - S2 E50Nick Locapo steps into the host seat this week to talk to Erik Tait about his recent qualification to compete on behalf of North America at FISM in 2022. The guys discuss how Erik's act came to be, what prompted him to start competing, and the experience he had while he was qualifying to compete at one of the most important magic competitions in the world. Plus, during the show you'll get a breakdown of the featured product of the week from Scott Alexander.____TINacious by Scott Alexander: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/13565...2021-10-0731 minPenguin Magic PodcastAdrian Lacroix - Into The Internet and Beyond - S2E48Adrian Lacroix took the magic community by storm with a series of engaging and baffling virtual tricks. He has since gone on to travel the world, consult for some of the biggest names in magic, and had his effects performed on Fool Us by Penn & Teller. He sits down with Erik Tait to discuss the finer points of virtual magic and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from David Regal. Before all of that, the show kicks off with Mark Zacharia sharing his top five favorite tricks in...2021-09-2426 minPenguin Magic PodcastNick Locapo - State Of The Penguin Sep 2022 - S2E47Nick Locapo joins Erik Tait for the monthly State Of The Penguin episode. This week the guys talk about their new favorite trick from Nate Kranzo, The Invisible Coin. They also crack open a pack of the hottest new deck of cards Retro Rockets, and talk about the 6 pack options as well as the exclusive stickers. You'll find out more about the mystery man who runs the Penguin Live Lectures, and get the inside scoop on Nick & Erik's Penguin Magic School Classes. Before they go you'll also get a heads up on Nick & Erik becoming bonafide YouTube stars. It's...2021-09-1635 minPenguin Magic PodcastRyan Kane - This Podcast Is Out of Stock... Lines... - S2 E38Author, performer and hilarious comedy magician Ryan Kane joins the show to talk to Erik Tait about swapping your tired stock lines for original witty presentations and scripting. Nick Locapo joins the show via Discord to discuss the featured product of the week from Derek Ostovani. Before all of that, the show kicks off with Aria Flint talking about a book that helped her develop her stage persona on Desert Island Magic Books.____Maximum Entertainment 2.0 by Ken Weber - https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S27682Treasury by Derek Ostovani - https://www.penguinmagic...2021-07-0126 minPenguin Magic PodcastTony Steinbach - He spells it Togna - S2 E36Tony Steinbach talks about what it takes to work the biggest street performer festivals in North America, and the pitfalls of spelling Tony like Balogna. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to talk to Erik about the featured trick of the week from R Paul Wilson, and give the listeners a great deal on an amazing effect. Before all of that, Mike Powers the author of Card Corner in Linking Ring Magazine joins the show to tell Erik his top five tricks in under five minutes.___Mike Powers Magic: https://www.penguinmagic.com/magician/mike-powers2021-06-1730 minPenguin Magic PodcastJustin Purcell - Who's Reality? My Reality. - S2 E34Justin Purcell has an incredible philosophy for infusing his magic with meaning and conditioning his audience to accept his reality, and he shares all of it with Erik Tait. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Richard Osterlind. The show kicks off with two-time Fool Us performer Siegfried Tieber sharing his top five tricks in under five minutes.___Curtis Kam Live Act - https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/11993Bound to Please by Simon Aronson- https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/9965Less is More by Benjamin Earl...2021-05-2727 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E32 - Dr. Presto's Magic Mansion (feat Farrell Dillon)Star of Masters of Illusion and Disney cruise ship headliner Farrell Dillon talks to Erik Tait about the time they booked an underground magic show in Los Angeles, and shares advice he wishes he had when he was in his 20's. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to discuss the featured download of the week from John Carey. The show kicks off with a quickfire segment about magic books, with author, lecturer, and performer Mike Powers in Desert Island Magic Books._____Apocalypse Volume 2 by Harry Lorayne: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/13441Apocalypse Deluxe 16-320...2021-05-1332 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E31 - More Than An Instrument, More Than A Metaphor (feat Siegfried Tieber)Siegfried Tieber returns for part two of his interview to discuss his relationship with cards and card magic, and how he not only approaches card magic but how he introduces it to his audience. Nick Locapo joins Erik Tait in the studio to discuss the featured download of the week from Ed Ellis. The show kicks off with the creator of the killer color-changing card gimmick Bipolar, Ram Cohen, joins the show to discuss one of his favorite magic books.____Bipolar by Ram Cohen - https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/13225The Pinky Thing...2021-05-0625 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E30 - Odds & Ends (feat. Siegfried Tieber)Siegfried Tieber talks to Erik Tait about his appearance last week on Penn & Teller: Fool Us as well as his transition into virtual shows. Nick Locapo drops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Mr. Tango. The show kicks off with Adam Wilber, the mind behind Grandfather's Top, dropping into our segment Desert Island Magic Books. Be sure to check out the link below for tickets to Siegfried's upcoming virtual show._____Show Links:Siegfried Tieber's Virtual Magic Show: https://siegfriedtieber.veeps.com/stream/scheduleAdam Wilber...2021-04-2930 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E29 - Let's All Go To This Guy's Magic Show (feat Axel Hecklau)Axel Hecklau joins the show this week to talk about his theater in Germany and give you tickets to his Virtual Show happening this weekend. Axel also talks to Erik Tait about what it's like to start your own live show from the ground up. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Harry Nardi. The show kicks off with two time Fool Us alum Sigfried Tieber stopping by the show to discuss a book by Jamy Ian Swiss on Desert Island Magic Books.__SHOW LINKS:Shattering...2021-04-2232 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E28 - Needle Through Eric (feat Eric Ross)Erik Tait talks to Eric Ross about his hauntingly beautiful deep tissue needle penetration act that he's been touring with the Hellzapoppin Sideshow Circus as well as the freak show act that's taken him around the world. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Larry Hass. The show kicks off with mind reader and master of the Q&A Anthem Flint washing up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books.___Show Links:Magic by Anthem Flint: https://www.penguinmagic.com/s/anthem+Flint...2021-04-1525 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E27 - Big Trick Energy (feat. Chris Ramsay, Eric Lerclerc, Wes Barker, Alex Boyer)On the show this week The Main Event is a sneak preview conversation with the cast of the new magic show on TruTV Big Trick Energy. Erik Tait talks to Chris Ramsay, Eric Lerclerc, Wes Barker, and Alex Boyer about their new show. Nick Locapo attempts to drop by the show to talk about the featured download of the week from Rick Lax. Before all that, an extended conversation with Alex Hecklau starts on Desert Island Magic Books, then goes down the rabbit hole._____Axel Hecklau - https://www.penguinmagic.com/magician/axel-hecklauFork...2021-04-0830 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E25 - The Creator's Creator (feat Nicholas Lawrence)On the show this week Erik Tait interviews Nicholas Lawrence. Hailed by many as the Creator's Creator, Lawrence discuss the way he develops his effects, consulting for Dynamo, and his new company Nicholas Lawrence Presents. Nick Locapo stops by the show via Discord to discuss the featured download of the week from Gregory Wilson. The show kicks off with YouTuber Tyler Lunsford washing up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books.___SHOW LINKSMarketing Magic by Maxwell Murphy: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/2580Tricks from Nicholas...2021-03-2530 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E24 - Oh man... That's so much content... (feat Craig Petty)We have a great show for you this week. The main event is Erik Tait speaking to man behind the fast-rising YouTube channel Craig Petty's Magic TV. Pushing out more than 14 videos a week, the channel has quickly garnered an audience of more than 4,000 subscribers in a few months and is still growing. They talk about content creation, honest reviews, and involving his son. Nick Locapo joins the show via Discord to discuss the featured download of the week from David Stone. Before all that the show kicks off with Frank Deville on the Top 5 Under 5.____2021-03-1846 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2E18 - The Ways Of The Wizards (feat Paul Vigil, Mike Pisciotta, and Jared Kopf)We have an amazing show this week. Erik Tait sits down via zoom with Paul Vigil, Mike Pisciotta, and Jared Kopf to discuss their online seminar The Way Of The Wizard. They share what it is, how it came to be, and how it has grown since their first iteration of it. This is an amazing chance to hear first hand the experience that these luminaries want out of a magic convention, and how they are translating that into an online experience. Nick Locapo also drops by the show to discuss the incredible impromptu effect Linking Laces.L...2021-02-0443 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E17 - Mr One A (feat. Lior Manor)In this episode Erik Tait talks to Mr. 1A himself, the main event features Lior Manor. This first class mentalist talks about adding humor to his performances, effective story telling, and doing business in business class. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Mike Pisciotta. The show kicks off with Eric Ross discussing his desert island magic book.Products Featured On The Show:Swami Mantra: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/1264Layers by Mike Pisciotta: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/12459Lior Manor Live Act: https://www...2021-01-2832 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E16 - Expert At The Pitch Shop (feat Michael O'Brien)This week on the show Erik Tait is joined by Michael O'Brien for an in-depth look at what it's like to actually be the guy selling the magic to the general public. Nick Locapo stops by via Discord to discuss the featured download of the week from Looch. The show kicks off with pickpocket James Harrison washing up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books.2021-01-2135 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2E15 - Developing Astonishment (feat Karl Hein)On the show this week Erik Tait sits down with one of the most wildly inventive creators in magic Karl Hein. They discuss developing routines, sleights, and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Ryan Schlutz. The show kicks off with Joshua Mesado, the ring master himself, joining Erik for Desert Island Magic Books.2021-01-1424 minPenguin Magic PodcastS2 E 13 - The Safety Is In The Details (feat Miranda Allen Pt 2)This week on the show Erik Tait concludes his conversation with Miranda Allen regarding her escape act on Penn & Teller: Fool Us! and the pair do a deep dive on the meticulous details involved in keeping her escape act safe. Nick Locapo stops by via Discord to discuss the featured download of the week from Chad Long. The show kicks off with mega-hit creator Nicholas Lawrence talking about his top five tricks in under five minutes in the top five under five.2021-01-0739 minPenguin Magic Podcast211 - Choreographing Magic (feat Hollie England)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to producer, director, choreographer, and magician Hollie England. She discusses the art and science of creating a dance for a magic show. Nick Locapo joins Erik for a discussion of the featured download of the week from John Bannon. Before all that the show kicks off with Jeremiah Zuo and the Top Five Under Five.2020-12-1727 minPenguin Magic Podcast210 - Never Break In To A Shock Illusionist's Warehouse (feat Dan Sperry)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Shock Illusionist and Anti-Conjurer Dan Sperry. They discuss his expert meld of classic effects with a counter-culture look, his close up show in vegas, and the break-in at his warehouse in late 2019. Nick Locapo joins the show via Skype to discuss the featured download of the week from Michael Kent. The show kicks off with another story from Magicians Without Borders performing in a refugee camp.2020-12-1041 minPenguin Magic Podcast209 - Author Talk (feat Allan Kronzek)This week the main event is a conversation between Erik Tait and New York Times Best Selling Author Allan Kronzek. They discuss the nitty-gritty of writing books and how to get into it. Nick Locapo drops in via skype to discuss the featured download of the week from Michael Ammar. The show kicks off with Adam Christing talk his top five tricks in under five minutes.2020-12-0331 minPenguin Magic Podcast208 - A Beautiful Venue In The Windy City (feat. Luis Carreon & Paige Thompson)This week Erik Tait talks to Luis Carreon and Paige Thompson about the history of The Chicago Magic Lounge, their involvement in the shows there, and their move into the virtual magic space for both the Lounge and The Magic Castle. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss a featured download of the week that will help you fold some cards. The show kicks off with Farrell Dillon washing up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books.2020-11-2632 minPenguin Magic Podcast207 - Let's Categorize These Messages (feat Adam Christing)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Adam Christing about categorizing your magic effects so you can assemble a show with a message for corporate speakers. Nick Locapo joins the show via Skype to discuss the featured download of the week from David Parr. The show kicks off with Tik Tok star The Magic Crasher discussing his desert island magic book.2020-11-1932 minPenguin Magic Podcast206 - When The Magic Hits The Fan (Feat Jeremiah Zuo)Erik Tait talks to underground phenom and critically acclaimed creator Jeremiah Zuo. Despite creating some of the most bleeding-edge card and coin magic today, Jeremiah insists he is not a magician but a fan of magic. In this episode, you'll find out why. Nick Locapo joins Erik for a discussion of the featured download of the week from Dan Harlan. The show kicks off with comedian, magician, and corporate speaker Adam Christing talking about his Desert Island Magic Books.2020-11-1227 minPenguin Magic Podcast205 - Creativity and the Process (feat Kyle Purnell)On the show this week we are following last week's deep discussion of performance with a deep discussion of creativity. Erik Tait talks to the brilliant magic creator Kyle Purnell regarding his development process. If you want to create this is the conversation you need to listen to. Nick Locapo joins the show to talk about the featured download of the week from Chad Long. The show kicks off with Mario The Maker Magician talking about his top five tricks in under five minutes.2020-11-0525 minPenguin Magic Podcast204 - Game Theory and Mana (feat Carisa Hendrix)On the show this week we hear the conclusion of a conversation between Erik Tait and Carisa Hendrix with her recent fascination with Game Theory and Magic. This conversation gets deep into some interesting theories that might change the way you look at your magic. Nick Locapo joins Erik via Skype to talk about the featured download of the week from R Paul Wilson. The show kicks off with Nicholas Lawrence on Desert Island Magic Books.2020-10-2934 minPenguin Magic Podcast203 - A Fun Conversation With Lucy Darling (feat Carisa Hendrix)Returning to the show for an unprecedented 3rd time is the 2020 Magic Castle Stage Magician of The Year, Carisa Hendrix. Erik Tait and Carisa Hendrix talk about her award and then do a deep dive into her highly acclaimed virtual show. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about the featured download of the week from Michael Kaminskas. Brent Braun joins Erik via Skype for Desert Island Magic Books. The show kicks off with a brief remembrance of The Amazing Randi.2020-10-2234 minPenguin Magic Podcast202 - Discipline, Practice, and the Art Of You (feat. Mark Calabrese)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Mark Calabrese about high-end card sleights, doing the real work, and being true to yourself and how a counterculture look helps to get you the bookings with the clients you are proud to work for. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured download of the week from Woody Aragon. The show kicks off with a new segment, At The Sharp End, with a story from Magicians Without Borders doing charity out in the real world.2020-10-1537 minPenguin Magic Podcast159 - Can we Go To Eat Now? (feat. Fay Presto)Closing out Season 1 of the Penguin Magic Podcast Erik Tait continues his conversation with Fay Presto. They talk Grand Close Up, training waiters, and her marvelous table. Nick Locapo hops in the studio to talk about the featured download of the week from John Bannon. The show kicks off with Chef Anton talking about what magic book he would like if he were stranded on a desert island.2020-10-0133 minPenguin Magic Podcast158 - Grand Close Up (feat. Fay Presto)On the one year aniversary of the show Erik Tait talks to Fay Presto, a legendary close up performer who is a regular at some of the most high-end establishments in London, and the rest of the world. They talk about an audience-centric model of close up magic, Harvey The Rabbit, and a little story about a magician who became a dragon. Nick Locapo discusses the featured Download of The Week Slow Motion Oil & Water, as well as an extra special discount. The show kicks off with AMA Stage Magician Of The Year Carisa Hendrix on the Top Five...2020-09-2438 minPenguin Magic Podcast157 - Magicians Without BordersErik Tait talks to Tom Verner, the president and founder of Magicians Without Borders about the work they do all around the world with children in impoverished areas and refugee camps. Nick Locapo stops in to talk about the featured product of the week and hook up listeners with a 25% discount code. Mark Calabrese kicks off the show with his desert island magic book.2020-09-1746 minPenguin Magic Podcast156 - Magic Inside The Virtual Space (feat. Steve Thompson, Will Houstoun, & Video Chat Magic)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Will Houstoun and Steve Thompson about the new website VideoChatMagic.com. The three of them get into the nuts and bolts of performing in the new venue that is the virtual space, the complexities of technology in a magic performance, a lot more. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait drop some knowledge and a discount code for Jeki Yoo's Fright. The show kicks off with Jessica Jane Peterson talking her top five tricks in under five minutes.2020-09-1042 minPenguin Magic Podcast155 - In Which We Discuss Chicken (feat Michael Kent)Erik Tait talks to fellow Fool Us alum Michael Kent about comedy magic, committing to a bit, and performing your magic for the local news. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to talk about the Mahdi Gilbert effect Finders Keepers as well as hand out a discount code for digital downloads. The show kicks off with Jeremiah Zuo telling us about his desert island magic book.2020-09-0344 minPenguin Magic Podcast154 Growing Into Your Show - (feat Christopher Carter)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to award-winning mentalist, magician, and corporate speaker Christopher Carter. This recipient of the Dunninger award from the Psychic Entertainers Association is one of the hardest working mentalists in the business. They talk about going from theater student to full-time performer and so much more. Nick Locapo drops by the show with a special discount code for the gambling effect Czech Poker. Before all that the show kicks off with Docc Hilford giving his top five very much over the time limit of five. 2020-08-2735 minPenguin Magic Podcast153 - Performing Abroad (feat Iñaki Zabaletta)This week Erik Tait talks to the multi-talented multi-lingual glove trotting performer Iñaki Zabaletta. They discuss translating your act into a language you don't speak, performing in Chinese resorts, and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to talk about the new R Paul Wilson effect Backfire. Before all that the show kicks off with Kyle Purnell on the top five under five.2020-08-2025 minPenguin Magic Podcast152 - Magic Is In Good Hands (feat Amanda Nepo)On the podcast this week Erik Tait talks to the youngest creator to ever come through the P3 Magic Studios, it's Amanda Nepo! Amanda has been seen on the Penn & Teller: Try This At Home Too special, and has a large following on Instagram and Youtube where she performs he special brand of magic. Nick Locapo talks to Erik about the Daniel Chard effect Delete. The show kicks off with Matt Stanley talking desert island magic books.2020-08-1327 minPenguin Magic Podcast151 - Literally Making Magic (feat Mario The Maker Magician)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to the bundle of creative energy that is Mario The Maker Magician. They discuss his online show where kids are the stars, combining technology and magic, and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to discuss the Mark James Live Act. This week the show begins with Mark Calabrese talking his top five magic tricks in under five minutes.2020-08-0627 minPenguin Magic Podcast150 - The Man With The Classics (feat Kevin Bethea)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Kevin Bethea about his bill change, and they go deep on updating classics in magic with modern moves. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to talk about One Dollar Mystery. The show kicks off with Christopher Carter and Erik Tait discussing Barry Richardson on Desert Island Magic Books.2020-07-3025 minPenguin Magic Podcast149 - The Episode Where Everyone Builds Things (feat. Bizzaro)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to The Optical Illusionist Bizzaro. They talk some behind the scenes at Wizard Wars, getting into making, and so much more. Mario The Maker Magician makes an appearance on this episode discussing the one magic book he would want to wash up on a desert island with. In the middle of the show, Nick Locapo stops by to talk the Scott Alexander trick TINacious.2020-07-2321 minPenguin Magic Podcast148 - Hail To The Chief (feat Stephen Bargatze)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to the incoming president of the International Brotherhood of Magicians Stephen Bargatze via Skype about his new role in the world's largest magic organization, continuity of leadership, and resources available at the local ring level. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about the brand new Tally Ho Elites. Before all that Kyle Purnell talks about desert island magic books.2020-07-1630 minPenguin Magic Podcast147 - I Love Food (feat Juan Luis Rubiales)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Spain's best-kept secret Juan Luis Rubiales. This phenomenal magician talks about the origin of his food act, creativity in magic, and some stories of Juan Tamariz. The astonishingly real Docc Hilford washes up with an ancient text in Desert Island Magic Books. In the middle of it all Nick Locapo talks about getting Siamese Waltz back in stock.2020-07-0929 minPenguin Magic Podcast146 - Instagram Live Surprise (feat Nick Locapo)On Sunday, July 5th Erik Tait and Nick Locapo surprised the Penguin Magic Instagram community by going Live and talking tricks and taking questions about the top 20 best sellers on Penguin Magic for that day. Here's the audio from their live session for you to find out more about some of the most popular tricks in the magic industry today.2020-07-0659 minPenguin Magic Podcast145 - Do The Hustle (feat Chef Anton)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to bonafide pool hustler and two-time US Trick Shot Pool Champion Chef Anton. We get some behind the scenes of his life on the road taking the greatest pool hustler of all time, Minnesota Fats, for a ride before he became an internationally acclaimed performer and pool ball wizard. Nick Locapo drops in to talk about the brand new effect Arrested. Before all that ooky spooky psychic librarian Catie Osbourne joins us via Skype for the Top Five Under Five.2020-07-0235 minPenguin Magic Podcast143 - Run Away With The Sideshow (feat Jessica Jane Peterson)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to Jessica Jane Peterson about her life in the sideshow, stepping into shows at the last minute, and creating her own show at the Sweet Fanny Adams Theater. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about Dan Harlan's Crazy Cash, the best torn and restored bill period. Before all that, Nathan Coe Marsh washes up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books.2020-06-1843 minPenguin Magic Podcast142 - Elevating Voices (feat Rory Rennick, Ran'D Shine, and Paris)On the show this week Erik Tait takes a step back to elevate the voices of some persons of color. Rory Rennick, one of the foremost scholars of historical black magicians facilitates a conversation with Ran'D Shine and Paris the Hip Hop Juggler.Ran'D Shine has been a featured performer at two presidential inaugurations, as well as Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and was the subject of the 2015 short Film Three Quarters.Paris was given the name "The Hip Hop Juggler" by Al Roker himself, and has been dazzling audiences with his brand of juggling for...2020-06-111h 08Penguin Magic Podcast141 - Ryan Sounding Sultry (feat Ryan Schlutz)This week on the show Erik Tait interviews Ryan Schlutz about his pivot from close up to the stage, moveless magic, and a whole lot more. One editor note, Ryan's voice is strained during this interview so he sounds a little more sultry than usual. Don't worry, his voice has healed up nicely since this was recorded. Nick Locapo stops by the studio to discuss Jay Sankey's Fine Print. Before all of that Colin McLeod hops on the show via Stream Yard to talk his top five magic tricks in under five minutes.2020-06-0428 minPenguin Magic Podcast140 - Sherlocked - (feat Colin McLeod)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to start of America's Got Talent Colin McLeod about mentalism, starting university at the age of 15, and what took his career from nightclubs in Scotland to The Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Jessica Jane Peterson joins Erik for the Desert Island Magic Books segment. Finally, Nick Locapo pops into the studio to talk about the breakout hit from Blackpool, Voodoo Needle.2020-05-2852 minPenguin Magic Podcast139 - How To Panic Erik Before A Show (feat Mark James)On the show this week UK based performer Mark James talks with Erik Tait how to make him panic before a show, getting inspiration for your effects, and tells some road stories. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about a trick from his Magic Castle Act, Matt Mello's Deck to Shoe. The show kicks off with a Colin McLeod joining Erik for another edition of Desert Island Magic Books.2020-05-2133 minPenguin Magic Podcast138 - Top Ten Snapshot (feat Nick Locapo)Nick Locapo shakes the show up this week by having another top ten conversation with Erik Tait. The guys take a look at what the top ten best sellers at Penguin Magic are and discuss the tricks in depth. There's behind the scenes talk from filming with Richard Osterlind, a look into the SNAPS deck, and first impressions of brand new products neither Erik or Nick has seen. This is a snapshot from May 7th 2020.2020-05-1437 minPenguin Magic Podcast137 - Never Wake A Sleeping Johnny Thompson (feat Naathan Phan)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to the multi-talented, award-winning, globe-trotting singing, dancing, magician Naathan Phan. They talk Wizard Wars, Johnny Thompson, and a whole lot more. Matt Stanley joins Erik via Skype for the Top Five Under Five with his top five tricks that he actually performs. In the middle of the show Nick Locapo flips the script on Erik Tait to ask him about Suit Cut To Order.2020-05-0733 minPenguin Magic Podcast136 - I was promised penguins. (feat Lance Burton)On the show this week Erik Tait talks to master magician Lance Burton about the International Brotherhood of Magicians, behind the scenes of his Legend Begins special, and encouraging more youth to get into magic. Nick Locapo stops by the show to talk about Max Maven's Pocket Nightmare. Before all that the show kicks off with Nathan Coe Marsh joining the show via Skype on the Top Five Under Five.2020-04-3038 minPenguin Magic Podcast135 - How To Eat Yogurt (feat Banachek)This week's episode is positively massive. Erik Tait sits down with one of the greatest mind readers to ever grace the stage, Banachek. They talk about the James Randi Educational Foundation, behind the scenes of Criss Angel Mindfreak, and a bit about The Alpha Project. Nick Locapo stops by the show to talk about The Pinky Thing. Before all that, the show kicks off with Paul Draper on The Top Five Under Five.2020-04-2342 minPenguin Magic Podcast134 - An Eccentricks Podcast (feat. Charlie Frye & Co.)On the show this week Erik Tait sits down with Charlie Frye in his Las Vegas home to discuss the act Charlie Frye and Company he performs with his wife Sherry. They talk combining skill-based circus stunts with sleight of hand magic, as well as the art of working silently. Plus they get into the behind the scenes of the work Charlie did with poker chips for a television commercial. Lauren Cohen joins Erik by telephone to talk her top five card tricks in under five minutes. Nick Locapo sits down to discuss the secret weapon that is Super...2020-04-1633 minPenguin Magic Podcast133 - A Penguin Special - Getting Back To Business (feat. Paul Draper)We are dropping another special episode of The Penguin Magic Podcast. In this bonus episode of the week, Erik Tait talks to Paul Draper about performing in online magic shows for hundreds of families around the world. Paul Draper has long been a full time performing mentalist and has shifted to performing exclusively online, as well as helping other magicians to begin their own online shows. Paul talks to Erik about what it takes, and how other people can get more information to help take their show on to the internet.2020-04-1424 minPenguin Magic Podcast131 - A Railroad Car Full of Money (feat. Jason England pt.2)On the show this week Erik Tait continues his conversation with Jason England in Jason's private gambling museum. This week they only look at two cheating devices, but this time they focus on gaffed items aimed at casinos. Mark James washes up on the shores of Desert Island Magic Books. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about the new mentalism with marked cards project Impulse by Looch.Note: There is a small issue with Mark James’ mic from 3:45-5:00, but you can still hear him so we decided to keep the rest of the talk.2020-04-0235 minPenguin Magic Podcast127 - Let's Just Have Fun (feat. Mat Franco)On this week's episode, Erik Tait interviews the very first magician to win America's Got Talent, and the star of Magic Reinvented Nightly at the Linq Hotel and Casino, Mat Franco. In light of the recent global pandemic, Erik also decides to get rid of the ad breaks and fill the rest of the show with some improv comedy featuring Christopher Walken, or Nathan Phan. You be the judge.2020-03-1929 minPenguin Magic Podcast126 - How To Cut A Baby In Half (feat Justin Flom and Rick Lax)On the show this week Erik Tait continues his conversation with Justin Flom and Rick Lax. Recorded in Las Vegas, Erik focuses the interview in on Justin and start the conversation with the behind the scenes of his viral YouTube video of the sawing a baby in half illusion. Justin and Erik also talk Wizard Wars, The World's Greatest Magic TV specials, and Rick Lax squeezing an egg. Nick Locapo stops by to talk about the Leo Xing effect GONE. Nahan Phan takes some time from performing on Cruise Ships to talk desert island magic books.2020-03-1235 minPenguin Magic Podcast125 - This Is How Imagine Dragons Formed (feat Rick Lax, Justin Flom, and Ben Earl)On this week's show a special surprise guest drops by for Desert Island Magic Books, Ben Earl talks to Erik Tait about some of his favorite reading materials. Nick Locapo drops in to talk about the Reynold Alexander trick High Rise. The primary interview is a supersized episode with Rick Lax. Rick gave Erik some insight into his process and philosophy for performing magic on Facebook and Youtube. Before long they were joined by Justin Flom and before long there was some behind the scenes stories about the show Wizard Wars.2020-03-0550 minPenguin Magic Podcast124 - A Social Vanishing Act (feat. Calen Morelli)On this week's show we continue rolling with the release of Erik's Las Vegas interviews. Erik Tait caught up with the disruptive force of nature that is Calen Morelli. Calen shares with Erik what exactly he's been up to, his thoughts on social media, and consulting for some of the biggest television magic specials in the world. Nick Locapo drops in to talk about the brand new release of SNAPS, and comedy magician Michael Kent talks to Erik about his top five comedy magic tricks in under five minutes.2020-02-2727 minPenguin Magic Podcast122 - Publishing A Convention (feat. Stan Allen)On the show this week Erik Tait talks Magic Live!, Magic Magazine, and The Simpsons with Stan Allen. This wide-ranging conversation covers just what Magic Live is, some behind the scenes stories from publishing a conjuring journal, and the magic press today. Chris Marek of Columbus Ohio stops by the studio to tell Erik his Top Five Under Five. The world traveler Nick Locapo takes some time before he heads to Blackpool to discuss Tori Noquez' Automatic Magic Square.2020-02-1334 minPenguin Magic Podcast120 - The Coolest Stuff Of Yesteryear (feat. Nick Locapo)This week Erik Tait and Nick Locapo talk about the best magic they saw in 2019. No ad breaks. No desert islands. No time limits. Nick Locapo counts down the top ten magic tricks he saw in 2019, while he and Erik talk about stories from the road and the studio along the way.2020-01-3039 minPenguin Magic Podcast115 - What Do You Want To Talk About? (feat. Harrison Greenbaum)Happy holidays from everyone at Penguin Magic. This week's episode was recorded way back at Magic Live, and this week it's Harrison Greenbaum! Erik Tait and Harrison talk comedy magic, The Magic State Of The Union, and what would happen if Erik got some sleep. Nick Locapo stops in to talk Presence by G. Desert Island Magic Books has Michael Kent washing up on its shores.2019-12-2627 minPenguin Magic Podcast111 - Air Dancers and Train Wrecks (feat. Nick Diffatte)On this week's show, Erik Tait and Nick Locapo talk about the return of The Raven. Chicago magician Scott Green stops by to talk desert island magic books. The main course of our Thanksgiving episode is comedy magician Nick Diffatte. Nick and Erik talk card gaffing, tricks that are not about Texas, and comedy magic.2019-11-2829 minPenguin Magic Podcast106 - Couldn't Get The Plane Out Of The Hangar (feat. Dave McCreary)On this week's podcast, Erik Tait talks desert island magic books in a new segment with Seth Race. Nick Locapo gives some insight into Ricardo Berdini's Black Door. The main event is comedy magician Dave McCreary who talks to Erik about... 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