Episodes
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Chris Rawlins - The Drawing Duplication Guru - S8E3
Chris Rawlins has been quietly creating some of the best ways to peek at words, numbers, and, more importantly, drawings. His fascination with the drawing duplication plot has led to him advancing the art of the peek device to new levels. In this episode, he discusses his newest peek pad and what...
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Richard Young - Illusionist, Podcaster, Champion of Magic - S8E2
Richard Young is an illusionist, podcaster, and most importantly, the champion of the 1998 young magicians' competition. Richard is one half of Young and Strange, a dynamic double act that presents incredible illusions. In this episode, he discusses The Magician's Podcast, the difficulty of...
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Leah Orleans - The Rise of Tiny Girl Big Show & The Return of Mystify - S8E1
Leah Orleans joins the show again to discuss the return of the Mystify Magic Convention. She shares the lineup, the new events, and a sneak preview of this incredible event. She also sticks around to discuss the rise of Tiny Girl Big Show and going viral on Instagram and Tik Tok and how that has...
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Erik Tait - Listener Questions UK Tour Pt2 - S7E52
Erik Tait closes out the 7th season of The Penguin Magic Podcast with his second round of listener questions from Instagram. Topics include coming up with new routines, favorite ways of learning magic, moving from cose-up to stage, membership at The Hand and The Eye, and more. We are back next…
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Erik Tait - UK Tour Listener Questions - S7E51
Erik Tait takes listener questions from Instagram while he is on his first international lecture tour in the UK. Topics include creating routines, getting into FISM, what sparked his interest in magic, and rediscovering your passion for magic.
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Brent Gerris - The Magic Apple - S7E50
Brent Gerris is the owner and proprietor of The Magic Apple, one of the most well-known and iconic brick-and-mortar magic shops in the United States. It's a lifeline to guest magicians at The Magic Castle and an unbelievable place to visit in Los Angeles. Brent discusses running a shop, taking…
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Helder Guimarães - A World Champion Shares A Personal Journey - 7SE49
Helder Guimarães is a world champion of card magic and one of the most innovative storytellers in magic today. He is bringing his new show, The Hope Theory, to an off-Broadway theater. In this episode, he shares the development of the new show and his personal journey of emigrating from Portugal…
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Giancarlo Bernini - The Man With Two Realities - S7E48
Giancarlo Bernini has released a brand new book on the concept of Dual Reality. It features some incredible ideas that are useful not just for mentalists but also for magicians. The ideas are so good that the pioneer of Dual Reality, Kenton Knepper, wrote the introduction to the book. It's a...
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Kyle Purnell - The Pathway to Creativity - S7E47
Kyle Purnell stops by the show to discuss the Penguin Lecture he just filmed, some new tricks he is about to put out, and to take a deep dive into creativity. Kyle recently gave a camp-wide lecture to the youth at Tannen's Magic Camp and shares his approach to creativity that may open your eyes…
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Mike Eaton - Doing Daring Magic - S7E45
Mike Eaton is an in demand restaurant magician, seasoned pitch shop guy, and part of the cast of The Magician's Table; a touring show currently rocketing around the United States. He drops by the podcast to discuss performing daring magic, the best way to approach a restaurant, and life on the…
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Franco Pascali - Massive Contrast - S7E45
Franco Pascali was a member of the Junior Program at The Magic Castle and has become a rare blend of hyper-visual cardistry practitioner and hands-off mentalist. Franco's style is marked by contrast, and his audiences go crazy for it. He joins the show to discuss aesthetics, creativity, and his...
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David Newell - Growing Up In Penguin and Working With Legends - S7E44
David Newell has grown up on screen in the Penguin Live Lectures, traveled as a part of a successful comedy magic double act, and now he's one of the resident magicians at one of the premier venues in the world for showcasing close-up magic. He's a fast rising star in the magic world, and he…
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Johnny Clavo - Miracles From Clay - S&E41
Johnny Clavo is making massive waves in the magic community with his unbelievable magic where clay seems to sculpt itself. It's part art, part sleight of hand, and all unbelievable magic. Johnny rocked Erik Back on his heels at the Blackpool Magic convention, and Erik hasn't been able to stop...
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Aaron Fisher - Thoughts On Handling Cards - S7E42
Aaron Fisher stops back by the show to preview a new version of Panic he is collaborating with Penguin Magic on. The conversation on this episode goes deep into thoughts about the cross-cut force, handling cards, and advanced card magic theory. Aaron discusses how teaching has made him a better...
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Craig Petty - Magic Live 2026 Preview - S7E41
Craig Petty stops by the studio to chat with Erik about the brand-new tricks that are launching at Magic Live. New stuff from Alex Latorre, Lloyd Barnes, and Mark Mason will be available! They also preview the first time Penguin will ever do bundle deals, and even more exciting, we will have...
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Mandy Roth - The Most Powerful Woman In Magic - S7E40
Mandy Roth is the COO of Penguin Magic. In this rare interview, she discusses not only how she went from wedding photographer to the top of the largest magic production company in the world, but also shares never-revealed behind-the-scenes stories from backstage at the P3 Magic Studios. Stick...
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Jack Rhodes - Part Time YouTuber Full Time Genius - S7E39
Jack Rhodes went from a small-time YouTuber to a massively viral magic sensation, then he snagged runner-up on Britain's Got Talent, and went from a TV appearance to a successful touring show around the UK, and now he has a special of that touring show coming out. He shares his secrets, putting…
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Craig Petty - The Legacy Of Mark Mason - S7E38
Craig Petty sits down with Erik Tait in the podcast studio to discuss the legacy of Mark Mason, their favorite tricks, what it's like seeing him on the dealer's stand, and some of their favorite JB Magic Tricks. It's a deep discussion of one of the most influential men in the magic marketplace.
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Mark Mason - A Legend In The Dealer's Room S7E37
Mark Mason has been a fixture in dealers' rooms at magic conventions around the world for thirty years. Now he discusses how he went from a small shop in Blackpool to bringing some of the most iconic tricks in magic to your collection. He discusses what makes a good pitch, the best ways to...
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Craig Petty - State Of The Penguin - S7E36
Craig Petty stops by the show to discuss the last few months of releases. We discuss Xulio Moreno's Spongeballs tutorials, R Paul Wilson's RPW101 project, Michael Ammar's Pen Through Coin, Jeki Yoo's Acrobatic Sock, Tom Stone's Pixx, and a lot more. We also debut our new social media and podcast...
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Andi Gladwin - Catching Pirates - S7E35
Andi Gladwin stops by the show to talk about his new documentary Stealing Magic. According to Rolling Stone, it was one of the best films at The Tribeca Film Festival. It follows Gladwin and his merry band of magicians on the hunt for some of the notorious pirates in magic. This episode is a deep...
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Perseus Arkomanis - Resonance and Finding Your Voice - S7E34
Perseus Arkomanis is an incredible magician, author, and illustrator based in Athens Greece. His new lecture on adding meaning to magic and finding your voice is making waves in the magic community. Perseus shares his own journey and how you can make your magic more meaningful in this…
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Erik Tait - AI, Bullying, and What Happened - S7E33
Erik Tait takes a slight detour on this week's podcast to address a situation that's been brewing this week. We discuss AI, how it's used at Penguin, how it shouldn't be used to alter people's images, internet bullying, and a lot more. This one is a bit of a rant. Buckle up.
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Alan Rorrison - From Shipyards To Miracles - S7E32
Alan Rorrison is known for his clever gimmicks, insatiable curiosity, and boundless drive to innovate. In this candid interview, he shares how he went from an apprentice in the shipyards of Scotland to one of the most in-demand creators and magic consultants today. He shares his methods of...
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Joan DuKore - From Ballerina To Globe Trotting Magician - S7E31
Joan DuKore is one of the hardest-working women in magic. From performing for the raiders to the Magic Castle, she blows away her audiences with wry wit and expert sleight of hand. In this episode, she discusses her approach to strolling magic, her background as a ballerina and dancer, creating...
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Dave Kaplan - The Great Kaplan & His 'Lil Surprises - S7E30
The Great Kaplan is the stage persona of the hilarious and brilliant magician Dave Kaplan. This week, he stops by the show to discuss his show, how he built a brilliant ten-minute silent act, and the history of Big Headline, the killer newspaper effect he put out with Penguin Magic. As a special...
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Ben Seidman - Con Man and More - S7E29
Ben Seidman comes on the show to discuss his work on YouTube with Vanity Fair, consulting on the latest Now You See Me film, and his new ticketed show Con Man. Ben is one of the most in demand working performers today, and in this wide ranging interview he discusses his current projects like Ring...
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Erik Tait - Listener Questions! - S7E28
We are back with more listener questions. Get Erik's views on the state of restaurant magic, how to eliminate nerves, and his thoughts on Oz Pearlman performing at the White House Correspondents' Dinner!
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Nick Locapo - Inside The Hand & The Eye - S7E27
The long-awaited opening of Chicago's newest magic venue, The Hand & The Eye, is finally here. Nick Locapo finally lifts the veil and tells us all about what's going on inside this incredible new venue. He tells us about their amazing showrooms, the talent working there, and what's next for this...
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Bob Sheets - The Legend Who Created Legends Speaks - S7E26
Bob Sheets is not just a legend, he's a legend who has created legends. From learning bar magic from Heba Haba Al, to creating the Jolly Jester and perfecting the Malini Card Stab, Bob has been there and done that. In this exclusive interview, Bob shares a lifetime of stories and insights into…
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R Paul Wilson - A Portrait of Juan Tamariz - The Long Awaited Film - S7E25
R Paul Wilson is tantalizingly close to releasing his film about Juan Tamariz. The long-awaited film is a portrait of The Maestro, Juan Tamariz. The film is a look at magic through the lens of one of the most influential magicians alive today. R Paul gives us a once-in-a-lifetime look behind the...
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Rob Balchunas - The Balloon Twister's Balloon Twister! - S7E24
Rob Balchunas is an award winning balloon sculptor and magician who travels the United States creating wild creations out of nothing more than balloons, and twisting magic and inflatables into a fabulous show. This week he stops by the show to discuss how he got started, tips on creating your own...
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Kent Axell Jr. - Adding Immersive Theater To Your Magic - S7E23
Kent Axell Jr joins the show to celebrate his third year in residence at The Mandalay Bay Casino with his show Ghost Stories. He shares with our listeners how to add immersive theater qualities to your show, how to find meaning, and how to get your own residency. Kent’s Score Card and Magic...
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Alex Kirk - Monster Magic and Running Your Own Magic Shop - S7E22
Alex Kirk is a familiar face from YouTube and the magic industry. He was with Prop Dog and one of the faces of their live streaming show for quite some time. A few years ago, he opened his own shop. In this episode, he discusses running his shop, helping customers find magic perfect for them, and...
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Cate Osborn - Catieosaurus The Magic National Tour & History of Magic - S7E21
Cate Osborn, known to her legions of fans as Catieosaurus, comes on the show to discuss her new book The ADHD Field Guide for Adults, and her new tour Wildly Unprepared. The tour takes a deep dive into the history of magic, and Cate pulls a rabbit out of a hat, as well as discusses the journey to...
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Bill Wood - From Magic To Acting & Therapy S7E20
Bill Wood is not just an accomplished magician and comedy actor, he is also a working therapist. Bill and Erik discuss how sketch comedy and Improv as well as becoming a practicing therapist have made his magic connect with his audiences on a deeper level, and given him the ability to tackle…
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Erik Tait - Blackpool 2026 Wrap Up - S7E19
Erik Tait recounts his, and the Penguin Team's, adventures in Blackpool 2026. Erik shows more of the new products that were Blackpool exclusives. Then he shares his favorite effects from the dealers room, and showcases the toys and tricks he bought! This episode closes out with Erik's guide for...
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Erik Tait - Live From Blackpool 2026 S7E18
Erik talks about what he is bringing to Blackpool 2026, the Penguin Magic Awards, and answers to listener questions from the UK. Live from Blackpool!
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Marc DeSouoza - A Tour Of The House of Magic- S7E17
Marc DeSouza is not just an incredible magician, but one of the foremost magic collectors on the East Coast. In this exclusive podcast he takes us on a tour of the brand new venue House of Magic in Philadelphia, and shares with us an exclusive tour of his collection on display. Heads up, this is…
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Chris Philpott - 100 Monkeys Go On An Odyssey - S5E16
Filmmaker, writer, creator, and mentalist Chris Philpott joins the show to discuss the origin of 100th Monkey, his new release Odyssey 2, and how you can add a filmmaker's creativity to your magic.
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Drew Backenstoss - Architect of Creativity - S7E15
Drew Backenstoss wrote an amazing book called Architect of the Mind. It's back in print for the first time ever. This secretive mentalist discusses the book, and shares his amazing approach to creativity. You will come away from this podcast with actionable things to make you more creative than...
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Podcast Delay This Week!
Unfortunately, due to a series of crazy technical difficulties, we won't have an episode this week! We will be at Magifest, and back next week with guest Lloyd Barnes! Sorry for the delay.
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Erik Takes Questions From Listeners on YouTube - S7E14
Every week we post the podcast to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, and Google, but did you know there is a video version of the Podcast on YouTube? This week, Erik takes questions and comments from the viewers on YouTube and gives his thoughts and answers.
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Farrell Dillon & Damian Costa - The Magician's Room On The Las Vegas Strip - S7E13
Comedy magician Farrell Dillon and producer Damian Costa join the show to talk about the newest magic venue on the Las Vegas Strip. The Magician's Room is the newest venue dedicated to magic in the United States. The theater currently hosts Farrell Dillon, David Golddrake, and Late Night Magic...
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Nick Locapo & Erik Tait Wrap Up 2025 - S7E12
Nick Locapo and Erik Tait wrap up 2025. They discuss some of their favorite tricks, favorite downloads, and favorite moments at Penguin in 2025. Nick also shares some updates on the new venue, The Hand and the Eye, opening in 2026 in Chicago.
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Top Five Under Five Retrospective - S7E11
One more retrospective for the holiday season. Erik Tait gathers the very first Top Five Under Five segments ,including appearances by Nathan Coe Marsh, Michael Kent, and more! Stay tuned to the end of the show if your name is Ben for a special holiday message.
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The Desert Island Magic Book Retrospective - S7E10
This week we take a look back at the first dozen Desert Island Magic Book recordings, featuring Cate Osborn, Mat Franco, Ben Earl, and many more. We also take some time to keep our thoughts with Eric Jones, and consider donating to his GoFundMe. Eric Jones Go Fund Me:...
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Carisa Hendrix - The Rise To Power of Lucy Darling - S7E9
Carisa Hendrix joins the show live from Las Vegas. She discusses the explosive rise to prominence of Lucy Darling on Instagram and TikTok. She dishes on Canada's Got Talent, building her incredible community, and how the transition from magic famous to actually famous has changed her show.
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Bill Cook - The True Magic Of Sound - S7E8
Bill Cook has appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, an award-winning documentary, and is currently headlining cruise ships around the world. He started as a young teen magician in Chicago, working in nursing homes, and went to school to be a Foley Artist. Now he's on top of the...
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Jason Bird - Strolling For Dollars - S7E7
Jason Bird has headlined on the Las Vegas Strip, appeared on Masters of Illusion, and now has written a book, Strolling for Dollars. He details his decades of experience as a strolling magician, making a successful living, so that you can learn how to translate his experience into your success....
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