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Magifestの歴史を訂正―創設パートナーTim Mooreの貢献
821: Arthur Benjamin - Genius At Work
Arthur Benjamin, Smallwood Family Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a professional magician, is perhaps better known in our community as the “Mathemagician.” He truly makes math fun, entertaining, and, yes…exciting. In his stage performance, Arthur calculates the square roots of double digit and even triple digit numbers all in his head with lightening quick precision that he can say the number faster than anyone can input the data in a calculator and read the answer. His routine does not use any stooges nor electronics, but is all done in real time in his real head. It is a fascinating display of mental acuity that he explains is within the capabilities of anyone who can do basic math.
Mathematician, magician and professor Arthur Benjamin performs high-speed mental calculations, memorization tricks and other astounding math stunts, many of which are taught in his many books on the subject which are all available through Amazon. In this week’s episode, Arthur talks about how he developed this act after starting out as a child magician then utilizing his unique skills to build an act around his passion for math. His TED Talks have been viewed over 11 Million times and his books are best sellers. I only wish everyone could have a math teacher like Arthur who would inspire the next generation to love math.
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820: Ken Weber - the ANSWER man
Ken Weber is the President of Weber Asset Management and also a mentalist, magician, consultant and author. This week we chat with Ken about these latter job descriptions. Ken has performed aboard cruise ships and as a young man in the Catskills of New York. He was an early member of the Psychic Entertainers Association (P.E.A.) and frequent attendee at MINDvention and other mentalism conventions. He authored “Maximum Entertainment” that was updated and re-published as “Maximum Entertainment 2.0.” More than just a reprint of the original, there is much more material added to the new book.
We have had Ken on this podcast from time to time as part of the content from a few magic convention reports in the past. But in this episode, we finally get to sit down and have a proper conversation about his book, “Maximum Entertainment 2.0” as well as some tips that he suggests when he is consulting with some of the top pros in the business. He has some good advice that will benefit you whether you are a close-up or stage magician or mentalist.
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813: Magifest 2024 - Day Three Report
Saturday 27th January 2024
10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Dealer’s Room Open
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
John Guastaferro's One Degree: An Afternoon of Music, Magic, and Motivation
John G combines his love for music (classical guitar), motivational speaking (he runs a non-profit for a major corporation) and magic (he has developed some truly world-class card magic) in this one-of-a-kind event. You will leave feeling inspired and with an array of new card moves and tricks.
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Youth Event
Final call for young magicians. Surprises await, just for our young attendees.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Asi Wind and John Graham: Magic Between Friends
Two fan favorites join forces to present a lecture and talk on how collaboration will improve our magic.
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Jay Sankey Lecture
Join Jay Sankey to celebrate the relaunch of his Definitive Sankey books and learn his latest magic!
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Gala Show
Featuring Juliana Chen, Trigg Watson, Alexander Koblikov, Montreal Trio, Art Benjamin. Hosted by Andi Gladwin.
10:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Bar Magic (Blaise Serra)
Time stamps for this episode: (to be filled in after I’ve had some sleep)
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812: Magifest 2024 - Day Two Report
Friday 26th January 2024
10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Dealer’s Room Open
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Arthur Benjamin Lecture
Dr. Benjamin combines his love of magic and mathematics in a way you've never seen before. He is astoundingly good. Whether or not you're mathematically inclined, this will be a fascinating foray into the intersection of magic and math.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Blaise Serra Lecture
You may not have heard of Blaise Serra, but you won't forget his prodigious sleight-of-hand skills and innovative techniques.
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Magifest Live Hosted by Randy Shine
This our most popular programming event. Watch Jason Suran, Lance Rich, and Richard Hatch give short talks on a range of topics.
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Youth Event
Young magicians, check back in with new friends for surprises, games, and more.
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Juliana Chen Lecture
A master of stagecraft and a FISM winner, Juliana will share her experience and work that she has taken all over the world.
5:30 p/m/ - 6:30 p.m.
Allan Ackerman Lecture
A legend in card magic, Allan Ackerman will be demonstrating new and unpublished material from his brand new hardbound collection. If you've never seen Allan work live, brace yourself for velvety-smooth presentations of diabolical card magic.
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Jason Suran Show
One of New York's busiest mind-reading entertainers, Jason Suran's high energy performance is sure to be a convention hit. Think Woody Allen meets Derren Brown.
9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Richard Turner: Dealt
In the final-curtain performance of his acclaimed one-man show, the legendary Richard Turner will deliver his heartfelt, funny, and amazing show one last time, just for us. History in the making.
11:00 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.
Richard Turner: Interview
A chance to get to know a living legend. This is your time to spend time with this year's Guest of Honor.
10:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Bar Magic (Blaise Serra)
Don't miss this chance to see one of the world's finest exponents with a deck of cards, up close and personal.
Time stamps for this episode: (to be posted after I’ve gotten some sleep)
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811: Magifest 2024 - Day One Report
Thursday 25th January 2024
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dealer’s Room Open
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Peter Samelson Lecture.
Peter Samelson will offer a new lecture on both stage and close-up magic. An expert in both arenas, this lecture will span the course of his career, along with new material.
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Youth Program Welcome Event
All young magicians are welcome, and so are parents! Meet and make new friends for your exciting weekend ahead!
7:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
NEW: Basecamp Welcome Meet and Greet
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Michael Feldman Lecture
To celebrate the release of his new book, "The Pages are Blank," Michael Feldman will perform and talk about his avant-garde card material. Watch out for his deck switch: it might just be the best one you've ever (not) seen.
8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
David Kaplan Show
Columbus's own David Kaplan returns to the Magifest stage, this time with his own show. A combination of magic, mime, and physical comedy, don't miss this.
10:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Dan Harlan Show and Lecture
Time stamps for this episode: (to be uploaded after I’ve had some sleep)
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769: Andi Gladwin - It's a Business
Andi Gladwin is well-known throughout the magic community as the co-partner with Joshua Jay in Vanishing, Inc. But he is so much more than just a pretty businessman. He and Josh coordinate both the Session convention in England and the MagiFest in Columbus, Ohio, each year. Moreover, he is a force to be reckoned with as an awesome creator and performer having fooled Penn & Teller on their TV show, plus a best selling author.
Podcasts and video interviews with Andi Gladwin can be found around the internet, but the conversation we have is completely unique from all the others. Andi opened up and shared a few tidbits that are “scoops” and have not been heard nor seen anywhere else. All the more reason to Subscribe and Like the Magic Word Podcast and listen each week.
This week Andi talks about the history of the MagiFest and how he and Josh came to take it over, overhaul the structure and host one of the two largest annual magic conventions in the U.S. He also tells us about the formation of Vanishing, Inc. plus he answers a listeners question on why they are located in the same industrial park in California as Murphy’s Magic and Penguin. Andi goes on to share a fascinating story about his experience on “Penn & Teller Fool Us” and about their deliberation that took THREE HOURS!
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746: Mark James - Pro Tips
Mark James visits with The Magic Word Podcast from England where he is a very busy professional magician. He constantly works “holiday camps”, restaurants (three different restaurants a week), cruise ships, weddings and more. His stage show consists of magic, comedy, juggling and vaudeville-style performances. Mark follows a specific formula in developing his shows which is discussed in some detail in this week’s podcast.
This episode was recorded in Columbus, Ohio, where Mark James was a featured performer/lecturer. Here Mark talks about his tattoos, performing magic and pantomime at “holiday camps” in the U.K. as well as working in restaurants. He also talks about how to build an act and how to make each effect “strong.” While everything was fresh on his mind, Mark shared an in-depth analysis of some major points in his lecture. In particular, the elements of building his professional show include (in order):
Attention Getter
Legitimacy Prover
Teach the Audience How a Thing Works
Get Everybody in the Audience Involved
Palette Cleanser
Pathos
Best Trick in the Show
Pitch your Social Media
Closer
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