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Jan 17, 2025 1 hr 16 min

Matt Clewley

from Desert Island Tricks Hosted by Alakazam Magic

This week we welcome MagicTV’s Matt Clewley! Matt takes us on a whimsical journey into his crazy world of magic, including anecdotes of a German-accented magician transforming a serious act into comedic brilliance with a mere suitcase of sausages. Matt's collaboration with the renowned Craig Petty and his venture into the daring “Blockhead” are just glimpses into his vibrant career. Listeners will find themselves marooned with Matt as he showcases his ultimate magic trick lineup for a desert island escape. From the incredible Anverdi Die, which he swears by for its captivating prowess, to the stealthy Si Stebbins stack, Matt reveals his secret weapons in balancing close-up, parlour, cabaret, and stage magic. His passion for mentalism shines through as he shares how a theatrical touch can weave simple tricks into awe-inspiring stories. Matt’s account of discovering PK Touches and the art of using billets and Sharpies for branded interactions provides listeners with a fresh perspective on magic's adaptability and charm. Matt teases upcoming conventions and collaborations that promise to push the boundaries of his journey. Through anecdotes of performing with familiar routines like Sneak Thief and the Crystal Casket, Matt highlights the joy of creating magical moments in various settings. For someone who has only been in magic for a few years, Matt’s exposure to so much magic and so many magicians mean’s he is lightyears ahead of where he should be. His enthusiasm for our art shines through in this episode and we know you are going to really enjoy this episode! Matt’s Desert Island Tricks: Anverdi Die Si Stebbins Stacked Deck PK Touches Alexander Marsh’s Billet Peek Master Prediction System Imposter / Bane / Psycology Sneak Thief Crystal Casket Book. 13 Steps to Mentalism Item. Motorbike Find out more about the creators of this Podcast at www.alakazam.co.uk

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This week we welcome MagicTV’s Matt Clewley! Matt takes us on a whimsical journey into his crazy world of magic, including anecdotes of a German-accented magician transforming a serious act into comedic brilliance with a mere suitcase of sausages. Matt's collaboration with the renowned Craig Petty and his venture into the daring “Blockhead” are just glimpses into his vibrant career. Listeners will find themselves marooned with Matt as he showcases his ultimate magic trick lineup for a ...

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Chapters

  1. 0:00 Crazy Magic Antics
  2. 4:25 Magic Trick Favorites and Surprises
  3. 10:30 Magical Performance Secrets Revealed
  4. 19:15 Magic and Mentalism
  5. 23:56 Phenomenal Reactions to PK Touch
  6. 28:24 Branding Magic With Billets and Sharpies
  7. 41:40 Alakazam Unlimited Magic Streaming Platform
  8. 46:31 Magic Routine Versatility and Adaptability
  9. 54:52 Magic Illusions and Essential Tools
  10. 1:01:08 Escape on Two Wheels
  11. 1:10:14 Magic Conversations and Future Plans

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