Penguin Magic Podcast

Chris Rose is the founder and CEO of Magicians On Mission, a charitable organization that develops, produces, and supports magic shows for American troops in combat zones. Chris and his team stop by the show to discuss their efforts, how these shows help service members, and what you can do to help. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the new products Going Up and Grip Stick, as well as sharing their insight on how to make your walk-around magic more powerful. Going Up by Sean Ridgeway: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19845 Grip Stick by Penguin Magic: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19878 Magicians On Mission: https://magiciansonmission.org/

Leah Orleans stops by the show to preview her brand new convention and drop some hints about how this convention is going to add some new twists on the standard format. Erik Tait and Nick Locapo kick things off with their hot takes and stories about magic conventions they have gone to. They might even crack the code on what makes good conventions incredible. Mystify Magic Festival: https://mystifymagicfestival.com/

Cody Clark isn't just on the Autism spectrum; he has woven it into his magic and motivational speaking in truly inspiring ways. He stops by the studio to discuss not only his work but how magicians can be considerate of the neurodivergent in their audiences. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show by discussing teaching magic on YouTube and a quick disection of the new tricks to hit the market.

Touring comedy magician Taylor Hughes stops by the show to discuss his new book Misdirection: A Magician's Guide to Spotting and Avoiding Manipulation In Your Life, and discusses how he has now produced two magic specials for people everywhere to see. Cody Clarke joins us for Desert Island Magic Books. Also, Erik moves his home studio causing chaos in the podcast world! Misdirection: A Magician's Guide to Spotting and Avoiding Manipulation in Your Life: https://a.co/d/1uxkzxy Taylor Hughes "ENJOY THE RIDE" Full Comedy Magic Show Special: https://youtu.be/C4l_iiL1Iac Taylor Hughes "Chasing Woner" Full Comedy Magic Show Special: https://watch.amazon.com/detail?gti=amzn1.dv.gti.bdb31ee2-9b2c-4d40-9a5f-4f3adbf6f7c6&territory=US&ref_=share_ios_movie&r=web

Nick and Erik take a listener question and go into Nick's history on how he got into magic, working at Universal Studios, and how he came to Penguin. Chris Hanowell is the main event. This wildly creative ball of chaos is known for his hit effects and unique ability to gaff a card. Plus, he taught magic to a star of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. All that and more in this week's episode.

The Penguin Magic Awards are back! Voting is live and this week Erik & Nick devote the entire episode to breaking down all of the categories, all of the nominees, and give you a sneak peek inside this year's award show. Voting is live at the link below. This is a big breakdown of some of the best tricks in 2023! The award show airs April 19th, but don't forget to listen to this breakdown about how you can get involved! Penguin Magic Awards Voting & Nominee List: https://www.penguinmagic.com/about/penguin-magic-awards-2023

Om Darji is a rising young talent from the Magic Castle Junior Program who has outstanding chops and an irreverent and fun approach to her performances. She discusses producing her own magic-inspired play, The Magic Castle Junior program, and a lot more. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the latest magic products and then discussing their early influences in magic and where they first learned their magic. Om Darji's Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0CfCG7lJRM Fan2C by R. Paul Wilson: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19608 Brimz by Josh Burch: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19597

Christian Engblom joins the show to discuss his creative process, the origin of The Fat Brothers, and performing in five different languages. The show kicks off with Nick & Erik discussing Dragon Scale, Keymotion, and then diving into their own creative processes when they are working on a new trick or a new product.

Mat Franco stops by the show to discuss getting his show back off the ground after the pandemic, how adding new production ability has allowed him to make the show better, and a unique solution that gives him the ability to add new material every show. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show with The Penguin Chat discussing their own shows, their creative processes and how they went from close-up to stage.

Erik Tait returns from Blackpool to talk to Nick Locapo about all the latest tricks that are fit to dish. They discuss the DragonScale, a brand new handling for Discovery by Spooky Nyman, and the massive hit from Craig Petty Mindblox. DragonScale by Penguin Magic: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19233 Discovery by Spooky Nyman: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19356 MindBlox by Craig Petty: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19567

Michael Kent finishes off his conversation with tips on going to a strange town and how to kick your social media into high gear while tricking those algorithms into doing work for you. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from R Paul Wilson. Before all of that, David Rangel tells us the magic he never leaves the house without on The Everyday Carry. Quarter Pounder by R. Paul Wilson: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/10761

Michael Kent talks about going from virtual shows in the pandemic to hosting a successful podcast, and about how exploring other art forms makes you a better magician. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Kyle Purnell. Before all of that card designer Emily Sleights tells us the tricks she never leaves the house without in The Everyday Carry. Light Year by Kyle Purnell: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17777

Preston Nyman stops by the show to discuss growing up the son of a well known magician, how his material differs from that of Andy Nyman, and putting on one of the most fun conventions in London. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Eric Ross. Before all of that, we kick things off with comedy magician Michael Kent telling us the tricks he never leaves the house without in The Everyday Carry. Hook by Eric Ross: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18522

Emily Sleights, the mind behind the award-winning deck Nebula, stops by the show to talk about designing your own deck and what it takes to make cards. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Chris Funk. Before all of that, we kick things off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians share their top five tricks in under five minutes. This week, German artist and magician Tobias Dostal talks about his top five tricks in under five minutes on the Top Five Under Five. Executive Clip by Chris Funk: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/8561 Emily Sleights Cards: https://emilysleights52.com/

April Choi joins the show to discuss her world records, working for NASA and a lot more. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Neil Jouve. Before all of that Erik Casey tries to beat the clock when he names his top five tricks in under five minutes on The Top Five Under Five. Electric Sensation by Neil Jouve: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/13314 Invisible Deck: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/1645 The Raven Starter Kit: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/12741 Expanded Quarter Shell: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18448 The Poker Test 2.0 by Erik Casey: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/2951

Terry Commons the owner and operator of the largest magic theater chain in the American West stops by the show to discuss Mystique Dining and the unique experience it provides magicians and their audiences. Nik Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Martin Braessas. Before all of that we kick things off with Francis Menotti discussing his Everyday Carry. Easy Aces by Martin Braessas: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17906 The Magic of Francis Menotti: https://www.penguinmagic.com/magician/francis-menotti Mystique Dining Lounge: https://www.mystiquedining.com/

Jon Armstrong discusses how he went from a premier close-up performer to one of the most in-demand stage performers on the high seas. He also tells you how to make your show better and discusses his new book How To Win. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Craig Petty. Before all of that we kick things off with IBM Close-Up Champ Ferran joining us on Desert Island Magic Books. Chop by Craig Petty: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17010 How To Win by Jon Armstrong: https://www.cardjon.com/howtowin Rune's World: The Magic of Rune Klan - Book: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S12255

Francis Menotti is back for the second half of his conversation. We dig into his friendship with Teller, creativity in magic, and developing a double act with his wife. Craig Petty stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Andrew Neiner. Before all of that we kick things off by talking to your favorite magicians about the magic they never leave the house without, Jacob Rangel is on The Everyday Carry. Boom Box by Andrew Neiner: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/17318 CBS by Paul Vigil: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/14589

Francis Menotti stops by the show to talk about creativity in magic, creating magic you love out of the magic you don't like, and a lot more. Erik Tait discusses the featured product of the week from Dean Dill. Before all of that, we kick things off with one of our quickfire segments where your favorite magicians discuss the literature they would love to be lost at sea with. This week comedy magic legend Keith Fields joins us for Desert Island Magic Books. Blizzard by Dean Dill: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/18043

Pete Sciarrino joins us to talk about his meteoric climb to more than nine million subscribers on YouTube and how he keeps his magic fresh with his content schedule. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Bill Goldman. Before all of that, we kick things off with our quickfire segment, where your favorite magicians discuss with us the literature they would love to be lost at sea with. This week, Genii Book Reviewer Francis Menotti joins us for Desert Island Magic Books. Monkey in the Middle by Bill Goldman: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/7508 The New Modern Coin Magic by J.B. Bobo: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/10702