Leah Orleans takes a break from touring and astonishing audiences across the country to talk to us about how she took her show from the street to the stage. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Ram Cohen. Before all of that we kick off the show with Chicago wonder worker Tom Dobrowolski discussing the magic book he would take to a desert island in our recurring segment Desert Island Magic Books. Leah Orleans - Tiny Girl Big Show: https://www.instagram.co...
Mar 16, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 22
Benjamin Barnes takes a break from being the entertainment director of the Chicago Magic Lounge to talk to us about his beautiful venue and the amazing performers on his roster. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Dan Harlan. Before all of that, Iain Bailey joins us for one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss their favorite magic books. Wand-O-Blocks by Iain Bailey: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18218 Benjamin Barnes LIVE: h...
Mar 09, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Bill Abbott stops by the show to talk about his show in St. Augustine, Florida, creating his wildly successful effects and a lot more. Nick Locapo discusses the featured product of the week from Chad Long. Before all of that Entertainment Director of The Chicago Magic Lounge, Benjamin Barnes tells us about the magic he never leaves the house without in The Everyday Carry. Bill Abbott LIVE: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18015 Benjamin Barnes LIVE: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17385 B'Wave DELU...
Mar 02, 2023•27 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Nick 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://...
Feb 23, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Iain Bailey, creator of the new effect Wand-O-Blocks drops by the show to discuss his latest effect as well as share how he has turned relatable props from his day job into a parlor act that audiences love. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Roddy McGhie. Before all of that, the show kicks off with a legacy in the magic industry Harry Nardi joins us for one of our quickfire segments, where he shares with us his top five tricks in under five minutes on ...
Feb 16, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Jamy Ian Swiss returns to discuss his ground breaking book Shattering Illusions, and give a deep discussion of exposure. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Roberto Giobbi. Before all of that the show starts off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss the magic they never leave the house without. Alyx Hilshey joins us for the Every Day Carry. Jamy Ian Swiss LIVE (Penguin LIVE): https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/7641 C2W: Ca...
Feb 09, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Jamy Ian Swiss discusses writing The Magic of Johnny Thompson, his essays in Shattering Illusions, and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by to discuss the featured product of the week by Nicholas Lawrence. Before all of that, the show kicks off with prolific creator David Jonathan talking about his top five tricks in under five minutes. Neo by Nicholas Lawrence: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/16644 Paint the Roses Red by Lewis Leval (featuring the effect Harmony): https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S1...
Feb 02, 2023•35 min•Season 4Ep. 16
The new superstars of magic Siegfried & Joy, share a rare interview about their act and their high-energy cutting-edge comedy magic. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Roddy McGhie. Before all of that, we start things off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss the books they'd love to have while lost at sea. This week Jacob Rangel joins us on Desert Island Magic Books. Siegfried & Joy Social Media: https://www....
Jan 26, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Eric Leclerc returns to the show to talk about his new live show Smokus Pocus and give us a behind-the-scenes look at Big Trick Energy. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Nathan Kranzo. Before all of that, we kick things off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians tell us the magic they never leave the house without. Charles Green III, the author of Ionia - Secrets Unlocked, shares with us his everyday carry. Invisible Coin by ...
Jan 19, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Eric Leclerc talks fooling Penn & Teller and then revealing his method to the world. Or did he? Get the blow-by-blow on this Canadian Wild Man's Fool Us Run and so much more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from John Bannon. Before all of that, Bill Abbott stops by the show to tell us his top five tricks in under five minutes on the Top Five Under Five. Bill Abbott Live: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18015 Hawaiian Punch by John Bannon: https://www....
Jan 12, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Nick 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!
Jan 05, 2023•54 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Oz Pearlman returns to the show to fill us in on performing for NFL superstars and breaking world records in running. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Nicholas Lawrence. Before all of that, friend of the show and street performer extraordinaire Alyx Hilshey discusses her desert island magic book. Oz Pearlman Shocks The Seattle Seahwaks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUAmSZ3UZgI Revamp by Nicholas Lawrence: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/14588 MAGIC...
Dec 29, 2022•26 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Oz Pearlman stops by the show to discuss how he got involved with Penguin and his run on America's Got Tallent. Nick Locapo joins us in the studio to discuss the featured product of the week from Scott Alexander. Before all of that, the show kicks off with Alexandra Duvivier discussing the tricks she never leaves the house without in the Everyday Carry. Extreme Burn 2.0: Locked & Loaded by Richard Sanders: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/2120 Rubber Exchange 2.0 by Joe Rindfleisch: https://ww...
Dec 22, 2022•30 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Father and son duo David & Jacob Rangel join the show to discuss how they went from father and son to business partners, their show, and a lot more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Bill Goldman. Before all of that, the show kicks off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians contemplate the reading material they want with them if they were washed up on a desert island. This week Nick Diffatte joins us on Desert Island Magi...
Dec 15, 2022•29 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Alyx Hilshey joins the show fresh off her most theater run to discuss honing her show on the street and moving it to a theme park as well as theaters across the country. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Alex Linian. Before all of that, the show kicks off with one of our quick-fire segments where your favorite magicians consider the reading material they'd appreciate at sea. This week Bill Abbott joins us on Desert Island Magic Books. Alyx Hilshey Mag...
Dec 08, 2022•29 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Anna DeGuzman drops by the show to discuss embarking on a new platform to more directly connect with her audience. Nick Locapo pops into the studio to discuss the featured product of the week from Emran Riaz. Before all of that the show kicks off with one of the quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss their top five tricks in under five minutes. Irish wonder worker Nikola Arkane starts the show on the Top Five Under Five. Jumbo Reel: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S29842 Tangled...
Dec 01, 2022•29 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Preston Nyman takes over the show with a charming chat about the wonders of Tenyo tricks. In this special episode, we air lengthier conversations with Preston Nyman and his favorite oddball effects, as well as an expansive conversation with Axel Hecklau on his favorite tricks and the deep mysteries they allow him to share with his audience. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Nicholas Lawrence. Then we close things out with a thank you to everyone who t...
Nov 24, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Nick 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.com
Nov 17, 2022•35 min•Season 4Ep. 5
1st Place of Micro Magic at FISM Quebec 2022 winner, Luis Olmedo joins the show. He discusses winning at his 3rd FISM, overcoming the technical difficulties during his show, and what to do after becoming a World Champion. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Justin Flom and Rick Lax. Before all of that David Johnathan has a think about what literature he would like in the segment Desert Island Magic Books. Spoiler Alert (Introduction by John Bannon) by R...
Nov 10, 2022•25 min•Season 4Ep. 4
The Wizard of Waikiki, Curtis Kam, stops by the show to discuss coins, coin magic, and the magic of Hawaii. Nick Locapo joins the show to discuss the featured product of the week from R. Paul Wilson. Before all of that the show kicks off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians have a serious think about the magic literature they would prefer in the event of a shipwreck. Alexandra Duviver joins us on Desert Island Magic Books. Curtis Kam LIVE 3: https://www.penguinmagic.c...
Nov 03, 2022•23 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Farrell Dillon stops by the show to discuss his show on The Las Vegas Strip. Nick Locapo talks up the featured product of the week from Takamiz Usui. The show kicks off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians count off their top five tricks in under five minutes. This week Erik Casey joins us for the Top 5 Under 5. Super Quick Cube by Syouma and Takamiz Usui: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/14592 Invisible Deck: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/1645 The Raven: https://www.p...
Oct 27, 2022•31 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Markobi, the recently crowned World Champion of Card Magic, joins the show to discuss his victory at FISM, his road to competition, and an in-depth discussion of marrying your technique to your character. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Chad Long. Before all of that, the show kicks off with David Rangel, the older half of Houston's favorite father/son duo, joining the show to discuss the magic he never leaves the house without in The Everyday Carry....
Oct 20, 2022•26 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Nick Locapo stops by the show to do our semi-regular State Of The Penguin. Erik & Nick talk Light Year, dive deep on Past Present Future, and tease some products that are coming out. Get a sneak preview of Color Sync by David Jonathan, and what is sure to be one of the hit products of the year, Laced Up by Donnavan Mount. Also, hear where your favorite Penguins are going to be performing soon. Craig Petty - Light Year Review: https://youtu.be/-sg7s0azhXY Light Year by Kyle Purnell: https://w...
Oct 13, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Harrison Greenbaum stops by the show to discuss his starring role in the brand new Cirque De Soliel show Mad Apple. Nick Locapo talks the featured product of the week from Roberto GIobbi. Before all of that we kick off the show with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians talk their favorite tricks. Kim Andersen talks his top five tricks in under five minutes on the Top Five Under Five. On the Spot with Gregory Wilson: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/1754 Shrapnel by Kim Ander...
Oct 06, 2022•28 min
David Jonathan joins the show this week to discuss his approach to creativity, working with another creator on the other side of the globe, and a lot more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Reynold Alexander. Before all of that, Kieron Johnson, also known as Kieron Lefever, discusses the magic he never leaves his house without on The Everyday Carry. The Magic of David Jonathan: https://www.penguinmagic.com/magician/david-jonathan David Jonathan LIVE: ...
Sep 29, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Alexandra 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/uX8XEY74E20 Little Door by Roddy McGhie: https://www.pengu...
Sep 22, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 49
FISM winner for Most Original Close-Up act Gleb Tsarou stops by the show to discuss how video game culture inspired his award-winning act. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Derek Ostavani. Before all of that another world champion stops by the show to have a serious think about what reading material he would like if he were stranded at sea. Mortenn Christiansen is back for Desert Island Magic Books. Mageek Storyline: https://www.wattpad.com/story/3220...
Sep 15, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Tik Tok sensation and regurgitation sensation Kieron Johnson, also known as Kieron Lefever discusses his rise meteoric rise on Tik Tok, mixing the allied arts with magic, and a lot more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Jay Noblezada. Before all of that Jeremy Griffith stops by the show to discuss the magic he never leaves the house without. Kieron On Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kieronthemighty?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Kieron on Tik...
Sep 08, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 47
Larry Wilmore is an Emmy and Peabody-winning writer, performer, and television producer. When he is not creating hit TV shows, he performs beautiful story-driven sleight of hand magic. He discusses his approach to magic and his relationship with the art form. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from R Paul Wilson. Before all of that author of the new book Ionia, Magician Princess Secrets Unlock, Charles Green III, joins the show for Desert Island Magic Books...
Sep 01, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 46
The new world champion of Comedy Magic, Mortenn Christiansen joins the show to discuss his huge victory at FISM, and he explains the mystery of the two ducks. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Nicholas Lawrence. Before all of that we keep feature our Every Day Carry segment with Danish magician Kim Andersen telling you about the magic he never leaves his house without. In the Clear by Nicholas Lawrence: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/9452 Shrapnel by ...
Aug 25, 2022•30 min•Season 3Ep. 45
