Episodes
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MoM #19 - Magic World Record
In this episode we chat with Martin Rees about his new world record for the most magic tricks performed during a shydive. We discuss what this involved, how he did it, and what it can teach magicians about performance, marketing, and act construction.
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MoM #18 Mark Elsdon talks about Limelight
In this episode Ben Williams talks to Mark Elsdon about audience participation and his 5 module approach with Limelight. More about LimeLight by Mark Elsdon here: https://www.magicshop.co.uk/limelight-by-mark-elsdon
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MoM #17 - Strongman by Jimmy Strange
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic Podcast, Dominic Reyes and Ben Williams talk to Jimmy Strange about his metal bending effect STRONGMAN. Go here to find out more about Strongman
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MoM #16 - The Business Side of Being a Magician - With Elliott Smith
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic Podcast, Dominic Reyes talks with Elliott Smith about the business side of being a magician. Elliott Smith is the co-author of Highway to Success - The Entertainers Roadmap to Business You can also watch the live video recording of the podcast here
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MoM #15 - Review : Fair Play By Steve Haynes
We don't normally do product reviews on the Merchant of Magic Podcast, but a lot of magicians have been asking the shop about Fair Play by Steve Haynes. A UK version has just been released, and it's a trick that fills a gap for magicians wanting a trick they can carry with them everywhere, and…
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MoM #14 Interview with Shin Lim
The Merchant of Magic Podcast Episode 14 - Interview with Shin Lim Topics of discussion include: His approach to creativity The dangers of practising magic too much Close up magic on stage Card flourishing as magic entertainment A detailed discussion of his Flash Card Switch Advice for beginners...
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MoM #13 Interview with Geraint Clarke
The Merchant of Magic Podcast Episode 13 - Interview with Magician Geraint Clarke In this episode, Ben Williams and Dominic Reyes talk with magic creator and magician Geraint Clarke. Topics include: How to create new magic tricks The process of developing new magic Taking the first steps to...
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MoM #12 Interview with Paul Gordon
Merchant of Magic Podcast Episode 12 Interview with Paul Gordon In this episode Mike Fairall and Dominic Reyes talk to professional magician and magic creator Paul Gordon. Topics covered include The difference between books and DVD's as a learning source How to gain experience of performing to…
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MoM #11 Interview with Sean Boon - Twitter and Social Media for Magicians
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic Podcast Dominic Reyes talks to magician, mindreader, and professional charlatan Seam Boon. Sean is very active in social media and lectures on how magicians can use Twitter and Facebook to market their services. We discuss his background in magic,...
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MoM #10 Interview with Magician Mike Fairall
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic we feature an interview with close up magician and children's entertainer Mike Fairall. In discussion with Dominic Reyes, Mike talks about how he started in magic, his influences and the thought process involved with constructing a high quality children's...
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MoM #9 Full Circle Magic Interview with Dominic Reyes
This episode is an interview with Dominic Reyes for the magicians group Full Circle Magic Dominic talks about how he started out in magic, his style of performing, and how he markets himself as a magician. In the Q & A section, Dominic talks about constructing a magic act, scripting, approach…
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MoM #8 Missing Diary, Deceptus, Lubor's Box, and Collecting Playing Cards
In this episode, Dominic Reyes, Ben Williams, and Mark Henderson chat in the magic shop about Deceptus, Lubors gift, collecting playing cards, and how not to lose your diary. Recorded live at the Merchant of Magic.
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MoM #7 How to Start and Run a Magic Shop
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic Podcast Dominic Reyes talks about one of the most common questions he gets asked: How do I set up a magic shop and sell magic tricks online. Dominic gives some tips and advice from owning www.MagicShop.co.uk
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MoM #6 : On Your Way To A Magic Gig
In this episode of the Merchant of Magic podcast, Dominic Reyes talks about some of the things that you might want to consider doing when you get to your next magic gig.
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Merchant of Magic Podcast #5 : Killer Magic Interview Chris Cox, Ben Hart and Damien OBrien
The Merchant of Magic visit the film studios where Killer Magic is being filmed to talk with magicians Chris Cox and Ben Hart, and Damien O'Brien who star in the show. More info at : http://blog.magicshop.co.uk/2014/04/killer-magic-season-1-episode-1-magic-tricks.html
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Merchant of Magic Podcast #4 : Performing Time, Small Hands, and Card Control
Episode 4 In a dark corner of the Magic Shop, Dominic Reyes, Ben Williams and Paul Knight chat together about: Running out of time when performing magic at a gig. Overhearing feedback from the audience. Which spectators to approach first. How easy is magic for people with small hands? How to keep...
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Merchant of Magic Podcast #3: The shakes, the pass, and strangers
Episode 3 Dominic Reyes, Ben Williams and Paul Knight find a quiet corner of the magic shop, to answer questions from magicians. This episode: Steve asks 'Whenever I go out to perform I get the shakes - Any Advice?' Connagh wants to know why everyone spots how he does the classic pass Oliver...
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Merchant of Magic Podcast #2: Restaurants, Social Media, and Practice
Dominic Reyes, Ben Williams and Paul Knight discuss practice, performance and marketing for magicians. Recorded at The Merchant of Magic - Magic Shop, the podcast is an informal chat between 3 working close-up magicians.
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Merchant of Magic Podcast #1: 3 Magicians chatting in a magic shop
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