#109 - If you're new to performing, you may think traveling to a gig is no big deal, right? But there is a lot more you need to consider if you're going to travel any distance to gigs regularly. Check these tips out and make life on the road easier and less stressful! This week's Trick Talk: Pocket Python by Wolf's Magic! Get Pocket Python HERE . By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE business-b...
Feb 10, 2024•25 min•Ep. 109
#108 - Want your show to get better? REALLY better? You need a second set of eyes on it. My guest this week is a professional theater director with decades of experience. And he's also a professional magician, making him the perfect director for magicians! Listen and learn from my wonderful guest and friend, Jim Vagias! This week's Trick Talk features Balloon Oracle! Jim Vagias email: Vagias@comcast.net Get Balloon Oracle HERE 1. Grab my FREE report for professional working magicians. It’s calle...
Feb 03, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 108
#107 - Crafting a specific show to fit a certain audience, niche, or situation is one of the best ways to serve your clients and your audiences. In this episode, I detail how I created a show for both a specific audience and specific performing situation. This week's Trick Talk features Peter Loughran's Phantasm Pro! Get Phantasm Pro HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE business-building ...
Jan 27, 2024•40 min•Ep. 107
#106 - It's part two of my amazing interview with Chipper Lowell! Want to become a better performer? Listen to Chipper. Want to become a kinder performer, one who listens to their audiences, listen to Chipper. I am such a fan of Chipper and you will be too after hearing what he has to say. This week's Trick Talk features Bill Abbott's Stabbed & Shot! Get Stabbed & Shot HERE...
Jan 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min
#105: Are you 'in the moment' during your shows? Or do you perform on 'autopilot?' My guest Chipper Lowell has mastered being in the moment during his shows. He's dedicated to ensuring every audience has a unique, special experience. I've been a fan of Chipper's work for years. After talking to him for 90 minutes I'm an even bigger fan of him as a human being. I know you'll be thrilled with Part One of my Chipper Lowell interview! This week's Trick Talk features Core Telepathy by Jon Stetson! Co...
Jan 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 105
#104 - What do you talk about during your shows? How do you set up a routine? How do you move the routine along? For many magicians, this topic is the least important aspect of performing. I maintain it is the most important part of a great magic show. In this episode, I delve into 10 tips to scripting better shows. And this week's Trick Talk features the PITATA Magic Smart White Board! Check out the Smart White Board HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow you...
Dec 30, 2023•56 min•Ep. 104
#103 - There's a secret ingredient that influences how successful you'll be in magic. It has nothing to do with your tricks or your talent. This 'secret sauce?' Your attitude! How you feel about all aspects of your business will help determine your path forward. My guest Brian Cassidy is a living example of the power of positivity. He treats magic as his job and it shows. Enjoy this amazing conversation with one of the most successful magicians I've ever encountered. And this week's Trick Talk f...
Dec 23, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 103
#102 - Have you ever bought a version of a trip or routine after being told it was "the best..." only to discover it didn't fit you at all? It's easy to fall prey to tales of "the best." I explore this concept and why "the best" is never a guarantee. To illustrate, I discuss in detail three different Linking Finger Ring releases! The Missing Link HERE Nick Lewin Linking Finger Ring Routine HERE David Regal Linking Finger Ring Project HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can h...
Dec 16, 2023•46 min•Ep. 102
#101 - WOW! If you want to 'dig deep' into the nuts and bolts of what makes truly great magic, you'll love my interview with David Parr. We went about 90 minutes and could have gone on for much longer. This is truly a great interview! Learn from one of magic's great thinkers. This week's Trick Talk is HOODOO! Get HOODOO HERE David Parr's website HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE busine...
Dec 09, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 101
#100 - It's the big 100th episode of the Professional Magician Podcast! Will; I celebrate by playing clips from past episodes? A walk down memory lane with my guests? No...I choose to celebrate the 100th episode with my own public shaming! Join me as I share tales of woe from the road, bone-headed decisions I made, and a great roasting from one of my best friends in magic, Jim Kleefeld. It's memorable fun! In this week's Trick Talk, I review an old classic, Magic Gremlins in a Box! Get Magic Gre...
Dec 02, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 100
#099 - Have you tried gig sites like GigSalad or The Bash? Many magicians dismiss them entirely, feeling these sites are nothing more than a haven for bottom feeding low-priced hack entertainers. But used properly, these sires can be a boom for your business, especially if you are just getting started. And unlike what many think, you CAN get high paying gigs from these sites. I've done it and so has my guest, Tim Piccirrillo. I've known Tim for close to 20 years. In this interview, we peel back ...
Nov 25, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 99
#098 - What do you love about magic? This amazing art form offers so much! In this episode, I reveal what I love most about magic. See if you agree or disagree by listening! In this week's episode of Trick Talk, I review Scott Alexander's The Blades! The Blades HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians. I’m offering SIX free resources ...
Nov 18, 2023•48 min•Ep. 98
#097 - Ever been curious about working on cruise ships? VANISH magazine editor and full-time performer Paul Romhany has been in the cruise ship market for decades. In this week's episode, he shares some fantastic advice for working cruise ships along with incredible stories from his adventures at sea. Paul is one of my favorite people in the world of magic and I was thrilled when he agreed to return. In this week's episode of Trick Talk, I review The Blade by TCC. By the way…whenever you’re read...
Nov 11, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 97
#096 - Want to know what burns me up about magic Lots of things! In this episode, I rant about the things I hate most about our craft. Agree with me? Disagree? Find out by listening! And in this week's Trick Talk, I actually expose the secret to a marketed effect called Letter V! I explain exactly how this travesty of magic works so you can avoid it. It's REALLY bad! By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Gr...
Nov 04, 2023•37 min•Ep. 96
#095 - How to be happy! Yup, that's just one of the surprising topics Michael Ross covers in part four of his routine to The Professional Magician podcast! As always, Michael is a 'deep thinker' who brings his A-game to the show! This week's Trick Talk features a look at Jim Kleefeld's custom Halloween banners! Visit Jim Kleefeld's site at www.jimkleefeld.com By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FR...
Oct 26, 2023•46 min•Ep. 95
#094 - To perform magic convincingly, you need to 'sell' what you're doing. You need to act! In this third part of Michael Ross's return to the podcast, he covers some simple yet effective acting tips. And this week's episode of Trick Talk features a review of Tales From Beyond by Jim Kleefeld! Check out Jim's site at www.jimkleefeld.com By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE business-building t...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min
#093 - Want to become a more dynamic, effective stage performer? Listen to this guy! In the second installment of this four-part series, Michael Ross shares effective stage performing tips and strategies. And in this week's Trick Talk, I review Stately Spirits by Jim Kleefeld! Get Stately Spirits HERE
Oct 14, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 93
#092 - Michael Ross is a deep thinker. And I'm so glad he has so much to share! In this first episode of a new FOUR-PART series, Michael shares his observations when watching another magician on a big stage. Michael explains what could have been better, and more in his unique, philosophical, take-no-prisoners way. And this week's Trick Talk features Cody Fisher's Citrus! https://www.codyfisher.com/product-page/citrus-bill-to-lemon-gimmick By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can h...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 92
#091 - Why do you do what to do? Are you performing because you love being in front of audiences? Do you strive to book a certain amount of shows because you need to...or because there is a part of you 'competing' with other magicians? Allowing jealousy to affect your goals can be harmful in the long run leading to resentment, burnout, or worse. This is an important episode you don't want to miss! In this week's Trick Talk, I detail my experience with Michael Messing Photography! Visit Michael's...
Sep 30, 2023•33 min
#090 - Ever have a bad show? If you're a full-time pro, you probably have at some point. The real question is what you can do to recover from it. In this episode, I reveal simple techniques for shaking off the bad vibes and feelings we all get from those less-than-awesome shows. And in this week's episode of Trick Talk, I review Bowled Over by Christopher Talbat! Get Bowled Over HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at h...
Sep 23, 2023•41 min•Ep. 90
#089 - Have you ever felt like your client was trying to run you over? Take advantage of you? Or just be difficult for no reason? In this episode, I tell several stories from my performing career where I felt like a doormat for the client's foot. This led to me changing and enhancing my communication strategies with the client. Learn from my mistakes! And in this week's episode of Trick Talk, I review Hook by Eric Ross! And be sure to check out my exclusive elementary school show performing cour...
Sep 16, 2023•36 min•Ep. 89
#088 - This episode was inspired by my wife. She introduced me to the phrase used as the episode's title. It's a discussion about fees, why you shouldn't set your fees based on your own perspective, and some simple advice to raising your fees I got from my copywriting mentor. This week's Trick Talk features Anthony Lindan's Extreme Telephone Game! Get Extreme Telephone Game HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher...
Sep 09, 2023•33 min
#087 - I LOVE David McCreary's style of performing! He's so character-driven and a shining example of how to perform in a way that suits you and your personality. I laughed out loud several times the interview. David is funny, humble, and very knowledgeable about performing magic in the real world. Come learn from my wife's favorite magician! Get David's Penguin Live lecture HERE In this week's Trick Talk, I review the Ultimate Blades by Tim Ellis! Get the Ultimate Blades here . P.S. By the way…...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 87
#086 - Did you attend Kidabra? If not, you really missed out! In this week's episode, I walk you through my experiences at Kidabra, along with my thoughts on some of the brilliant performers there. If you have any interest in kids show performing, you'll want to attend next year. I know I do! Plus, this week's Trick Talk features Bill in Ice by Wolf's Magic! Get Bill in Ice HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher...
Aug 26, 2023•43 min•Ep. 86
#085 - Get ready to laugh! Canada's premier comedy magician David Merry is my guest on this week's episode. I personally love David and feel he is one of the greats. But despite his rapid-fire, devil-may-care attitude, it's clear he thinks deeply about his craft and spends copious amounts of time perfecting and refining his material. I loved my time with David and you will too! This week's episode of Trick Talk reviews the Chicken Card Sword by Wolf's Magic! David Merry's site HERE Chicken Card ...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 85
#084 - Are you ready for your next 'season?' Many of us have seasonal bookings. Libraries book summer reading shows. Companies book holiday entertainment. And the list goes on. As you enter these seasons in your performing calendar, are you ready for them? In this episode, I outline some simple things to do to make sure you're ready when those shows come in! And this week's Trick Talk is on Bill Abbott's Dicey release! Get Dicey HERE...
Aug 04, 2023•43 min•Ep. 84
#083 - Want to up your game and make your show business run smoothly and successfully? You need SOPs. Not just for your shows but for your business, too. SOPs are the lifeblood of any successful business, no matter how big or small. Find out what SOPs are and how you can implement them into YOUR business by listening to this episode! This week's Trick Talk features a review of PredicTABLE by Chris Rawlins! Get PredicTABLE HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow...
Jul 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 83
#082 - Want to sell more shows? Listen to this guy! My interview this week is with Brian Richards, a long-time full;-time professional magician. I loved his first interview and am thrilled he agreed to join me again. If you're looking for effective ways to market your shows, listen to this episode multiple times. So much gold from Brian! This week's Trick Talk is on Healed & Sealed, an oldie but one I feel many magicians have forgotten about. Tapping Into Your Creative Flow - https://www.lyb...
Jul 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 82
#081 - In this week's episode, discover why a teacher at a recent gig told me I was NEVER coming back to their school...and why this was a good thing! How's that for a teaser? And this week's episode of Trick Talk features a review of Chairs from Bill Abbott Magic! Chairs info HERE By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab my FREE business-building tools for professional working magicians. I’m offering SIX...
Jul 15, 2023•45 min•Ep. 81
#080 - I wanted to tackle a lighter topic for this week's episode, so this is an all-review episode. Do you like Rubik's Cube magic? If so, you're going to love this episode! I review a whopping SIX cube effects! Each has embedded links to tyake you right to the product pages, too. - The Solution - The Cube - Cube in a Bottle Project - Easy Cube - RD360 - RD Insta By the way…whenever you’re ready, here are 5 ways I can help you grow your magic business to book more shows at higher fees: 1. Grab ...
Jul 08, 2023•35 min•Ep. 80
