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Thu, 22 December 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 022

We've reached the end of 2005. Yeehah! Today's show includes...

Reminder: Andre Kole's walking on water illusion airs on Christmas Eve on the Discovery Channel. At least one other Christian magician, Brock Gill, is involved.

Dean Dill is doing well, and on the rapid road to recovery. Send him a quick encouraging note at intmiracle@deandill.com.

David Blaine swimming? What is it with magicians and water these days?

Our listener map is so large that it's not all loading automatically anymore. Drag the map around to see the rest of the world, then click the "show all" links to make sure you're seeing everyone.

Also, our listener map now features the unofficial GMG forum! Check it out and let us know what you think.

ETHICS: What does it take to make us better performers?

HYPE OF THE WEEK: Shocking. Read the hype (and see the demo) by clicking here. (Does anyone know what the crossed out man and woman signify?)

A couple of ideas for Andrew's coin move.

Justin wants to know more about TV magic in the UK, specifically Derren Brown's bank robbery plans.

Brett wants info about the Card Through Window effects on the market.

Gareth recommends OpenOffice.org for creating a magic database. Anyone want to make one for us?

We have a brief routining discussion. We're going to discuss more on the next show.

Thanks for a great 2005, everyone! We'll see you soon. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, Happy Kwanzaa, Cool Yule, etc. etc. etc.

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Mon, 19 December 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 015

Today's lesson is the last of 2005. That's right, we're taking a week off from the beginner's series. But we'll be here Thursday for the GMG show. Happy Holidays!

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Thu, 15 December 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 021

We introduce a new segment on today's episode. Also, an update on the Andre Kole Discovery Channel airdate, a mini-review (by request), and your feedback.

UPDATE:Andre Kole's walking on water demonstration is scheduled to be featured on the Discovery Channel special Miracles of Jesus on December 24 at 1:00 PM Eastern. Check local listings for an exact time.

Should GMG have theme music? What style?

The guys at Ellusionist claim that their decks are bigger than yours.

Mini-Review: The W.O.W. Book Test

Our New Segment: HYPE OF THE WEEK

This week, we discuss the ad copy for the Icarus Effect. Check it out (and watch the video) HERE.

Plus, a ton of feedback. Next week, we're going to discuss some of the ideas you folks had for Andrew's coin move. See you soon!

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Tue, 13 December 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 014

We're a day late with this one. Sorry about that.

The Overhand Shuffle: Revisited

No more notes for this one. It's been a long day.

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Thu, 8 December 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 020

NEWS: Dean Dill was in a car accident. He has some fractured ribs, and a fractured pelvis. We'd like to encourage all of our listeners to do what they can. If you'd like to donate via Paypal, simply log in to your Paypal account, click "Send Money" and enter intmiracle@deandill.com as the e-mail address (this is Dean's business e-mail address). You can also send e-mail messages to this address.

If you'd like to send a card, letter, or gift, please send it to:

Dean Dill, 2130 Fairpark #110, Los Angeles, CA 90041 USA.

Now is a great time to purchase some effects from deandill.com. We have it on good authority that orders are being fulfilled (but please understand that it may take a bit longer than usual).

Our thoughts and prayers are with Dean and his family during this time. Please do what you can.

Today we review Harvey Berg's Final Exam and Larry Becker and Lee Earle's Final Flashback.

Eduardo asks about conventions. We're wondering who's going where next year. GMG meetup, anyone?

As always, you can contact us via phone at 206.350.8727 (North America) or (08700) 635 424 (United Kingdom); via e-mail at gmgpodcast@gmail.com; or right here on the Comments link.

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Mon, 5 December 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 13

Part Two of Two on the Backslip Force. Text is still The Royal Road to Card Magic.

Andrew's a little under the weather, so his voice may sound different. If you guys like the "new" voice, we'll all try to convince him to stay sick.

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Thu, 1 December 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 019

NEWSFLASH: David Blaine lost weight when he sat in a box without eating.

Keith Barry has a special coming out on CBS.

Our GMG Listener Map continues to grow. If you've already added yourself, go back and take a look!

ETHICS: Gimmicks vs. Skill (thanks Gareth)

Andrew teaches a coin move.

Feedback from Matt, Habachi, and Zach

I can't believe it's December already.

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Mon, 28 November 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 012

Part One of Two today: The Backslip Force.

Add The Royal Road to Card Magic to your Holiday Wish List, or buy it for yourself! You deserve it.

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Thu, 24 November 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 018

Today, on a special holiday edition of Go Magic Go (apologies on the slight echo):

Jay Sankey has issued a partial retraction/apology.

Brendon's tip for Pyro Perception.

"madmonsterparty" wonders: Weren't Penn and Teller supposed to walk on water?

Ray's quick review of MINDvention 2005.

Tom shares his thoughts on Mindfreak's UK debut on E4.

"Habachi Cecil Cornwallace" asks if it is appropriate for a 14-year old to perform at restaurants. Also, what tricks are appropriate for restaurant work?

Tim's childhood horror story.

We'd like to wish all of our US listeners a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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Mon, 21 November 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 011

Another solo lesson from Andrew. This week it's all about creativity. Inspiring, uplifting, and Keith-less.

For those just joining, our text is The Royal Road to Card Magic.

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Thu, 17 November 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 017

And the winners of the Go Magic Go International Psychic of the Millenium contest are... announced in this episode! Winners, we will need your names and mailing addresses. Thanks again to Banachek and Scott Wells of Magic Inspirations for our prizes.

We also discuss:

Penn and Teller's latest special just aired, and we want to know what you thought of it.

We review Pyro Perception by Brent Walske, and Andrew divulges his handling for the effect.

More about getting "the shakes" while performing.

Jay Sankey vs. Penguin Magic - We're not sure what to think yet. HERE is a link to a thread that reprints Jay's e-mail, and HERE is a link to Penguin Magic's official response. If you'd like to weigh in, contact us or use the comments link below.

Want to actually do something with all those old magic periodicals you have stored away? We'd like to see some of the weird, funny, or otherwise interesting ads from your old magazines. If you have access to a scanner (or can take a digital picture of them), send them to us at gmgpodcast@gmail.com and we'll put them up on the website. Let's see ads for the Super Force Glasses of yesteryear!

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Mon, 14 November 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 010

Lesson 10 is on Palming. For those of you just joining us, our text is The Royal Road to Card Magic. Keep on practicing, you're doing great!

Also, Gareth sent in a video of his routine based on Designed For Laughter. CLICK HERE to see it. Gareth's a tad strange...

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Thu, 10 November 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 016

The Banachek Interview!

Andrew and Keith interview the man who fooled the scientists, Banachek. And we asked him YOUR questions.

Banachek and Scott Wells of Magic Inspirations have sent us three prizes for GMG's first contest:

You can become the Go Magic Go International Psychic of the Millenium by correctly guessing (or divining) the number Andrew is thinking of.

RULES:

-Andrew is thinking of a number from 1 to 20.

-One entry per person.

-Enter by sending your guess in an e-mail to gmgpodcast@gmail.com. The word "Contest" MUST be in the subject.

-Entries must be received by 11:00PM EST on Tuesday, 15 November 2005.

-Everyone who guesses the correct number will be entered into a random drawing. Three winners will be chosen and contacted via e-mail.

PRIZES:

-One copy of Banachek's Psychokinetic Silverware

-One Psychokinetic Pen

-One Psychokinetic Sharpie

Good luck (like you need it, you psychic, you).

Be sure to add yourself to the ever-growing GMG Listener Map.

Plus, your feedback, and Andrew gets corrected.

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Thu, 3 November 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 015

Some exciting developments this week! We discuss:

We will be interviewing Banachek next week, and we'd love for you to send us your questions for him.

We have a new voicemail line for our UK listeners:

(08700) 635 424

(Special thanks to Neil at DiscountMagic.co.uk for setting this up.)

Mecki wants to know who Harry Anderson is. If you haven't seen it, get a hold of Hello, Sucker!

Is the m5 different from the Raven? How so? Let us know.

All that plus more feedback from around the globe. See you next week!

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Mon, 31 October 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 009

Lesson Number Nine is here. The show notes, however, are not. They'll be up tomorrow, if we're lucky.

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Thu, 27 October 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 014

Today on Your Magic Podcast:

Penn and Teller have a new two-hour NBC special set to air November 13.

Criss Angel News Network:

Criss was named Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts.

He will be appearing at It's Magic.

His episode of Las Vegas will air November 14.

Zach sent us a list of questions we all should answer for ourselves. This is a great list.

Gareth sends in another review-- this time it's the Hip Pocket Mullica Wallet. (UKers can click here.)

Lots of your feedback via the Comments links and e-mail, including:

GMG Contests?

Gareth asked for advice on the Pass. Andrew and Keith recommend Peter Cassford's Pass With Care. NOTE: Andrew and Keith were consultants on this DVD, but receive no kickbacks from purchases.

ETHICS: How much skill can you have before it's no longer "magic"? How much is too much?

Be sure to vote for us at Yahoo's new Podcast site! Thanks to all those who have already voted!

We have a few exciting things in the works for everyone. Keep listening, and to quote Gareth, "Keep magic real!"

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Mon, 24 October 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 008

Andrew does another solo lesson. Today he discusses The Glimpse.

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Thu, 20 October 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 013

Today we discuss:

Copperfield plans to impregnate a woman onstage. Is this news?

Apple released another new version of iTunes.

Go Magic Go is on the new beta version of Yahoo! Podcasts. Be sure to vote for us!

UK Gareth reviews Revolutionary Coin Magic by Jay Sankey. (Click here to order in Europe.)

We continue our ethics discussion: Should we portray ourselves as real?

Plus, as always, your feedback. We listen! At the bottom of this entry is a Comments link. Let us know your thoughts on today's show!

Coming Up: more interviews, including a big one we can't discuss yet. Stay tuned...

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Mon, 17 October 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 007

...in which Andrew discusses the Glide.

Also, we have a comment from magician Peter Cassford.

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Thu, 13 October 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 012

It's about time! Sorry. Like Andrew said, we had some problems getting this episode delivered to you, the faithful GMG listeners. Show notes to come...

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Sun, 9 October 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 006

Lesson 6 deals with flourishes.

Text is (still) The Royal Road to Card Magic.

Good luck!

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Thu, 6 October 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 011

Here's Episode 11.

We're having some technical issues right now. Show info will be up later. Thanks for your patience.

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Mon, 3 October 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 005

Lesson 5 is here. Keith's mic was acting up, so we had to do some extensive editing to the sound file. This one should work.

Text is The Royal Road to Card Magic.

Keep practicing!

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Thu, 29 September 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 010

It's our tenth episode!

In honor of this momentous occasion, we bring you a double-episode featuring an in-depth interview with Kenton Knepper!

Kenton discusses Kolossal Killer, Wonder Words, Mind Reading, Risk Assessment 1, his upcoming TV project with Keith Barry, and more.

Plus, a ton of feedback.

We'd like to welcome all our new listeners. Feel free to drop us a line at gmgpodcast@gmail.com, or call 206.350.8727 and leave a voicemail. We're glad you're here!

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Sun, 25 September 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 004

For those of you just joining us, our current text is The Royal Road to Card Magic.

It's time to perform! Oh, and learn your riffle shuffle, too.

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Thu, 22 September 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 009

This week:

-News: There are other Andrew Paynes and Keith Barbers out there. Some are even magicians. Don't assume that we're those guys.

-Ethics: How to Behave at a Magic Show

-Product Review: Joe Porper Card Clip (HERE is another link. They're all over.)

-Feedback: David thinks we giggle too much.

And lots more, including John's tip for Heirloom!

See you soon!

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Mon, 19 September 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 003

Time for some tricks with Lesson 3! Still working from The Royal Road to Card Magic.

Send questions to gmgpodcast@gmail.com or call 206.350.8727.

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Thu, 15 September 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 008

Today on the big show:

-News: Andre Kole in MAGIC Magazine. Little late?

-News: Copperfield making the moon disappear?

-Ethics: How to Behave Toward Magicians in Your Audience

-Product Review: Ghost Deck by Ellusionist

-Keith teaches a mind-reading effect

-Update on Andrew's Show

-Feedback regarding the issue of pirating

Enjoy!

[Sorry about the odd filename.]

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Tue, 13 September 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 002

Here's Lesson 2. Once again, our text is The Royal Road to Card Magic.

See you Thursday!

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Thu, 8 September 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 007

On today's episode:

-iTunes 5 just came out, and it's screwing up your podcast subscriptions.

-Ethics: Dealing with Local Crews

-Product Review: The Original Kolossal Killer by Kenton Knepper

-Andrew gives away his version of Kolossal Killer

-Feedback:

--More suggestions for Luke

Jonathan suggested Ghost Bills by Andrew Mayne (you may have to scroll down a bit)

Cary suggested the classic Color Monte

--Michael discusses Mindfreak, cheating, and the role of the producers

As always, let us know what YOU think by e-mailing gmgpodcast@gmail.com or call 206.350.8727. See you soon!

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Tue, 6 September 2005

Go Magic Go's Beginner Series Podcast - Lesson 001

Andrew brings us Lesson 1. Our text is The Royal Road to Card Magic.

If you don't already own a copy, you can CLICK HERE to order the paperback version. Or, CLICK HERE for the hardcover.

We'll be back Thursday with another episode of Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast.

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Thu, 1 September 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 006

We're back, and this week we're even on time! Who needs sleep anyway?

This week on the show:

-We're announcing a special series of shows just for beginners! Watch this space for more information. The first episode will be released later this week, and The Royal Road to Card Magic will be our first textbook.

-Ethics: Pirating Is it okay to make copies of our instructional DVDs and tapes to show our friends? What about letting others borrow your magic DVDs?

-Update on Andrew's show

-Product Review: GMG listener Richard reviews The Only Three Ways to Book Your Show by David Ginn

-Your Feedback

Keep checking back this week for our new beginner magic podcast, and we'll see you next Thursday with another "regular" episode.

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Fri, 26 August 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 005

Sorry it's late, but here's Episode 5. My internet service was down all day. I've been playing catch-up ever since. This week:

-News: Roy returns to the Mirage.

-Ethics:Magic Shop Morals - What should we expect from magic dealers, and what should they expect from us? -Update on Andrew's show

-Product Review: Banachek's PSI Series DVDs

-Your Feedback

UK Brendon is asking the GMG listeners for marketing tips:

"How can I go about marketing effects, what's my best bet for somehow getting [them] released, and what do I have to know/worry about in doing so?"

You can send your thoughts on this (or anything else) to us at gmgpodcast@gmail.com or by calling 206.350.8727.

Go Magic Go is Your Magic Podcast, so we'd like to hear from you. Send us your audio or text reviews, and we'll use as many as possible on future episodes.

Thanks again for listening, and especially for all of the wonderful feedback. We will answer everyone, but keep in mind there are only two of us (and hundreds more of you each week!), and we're not the fastest typists.

Next week's episode should be posted on time, and will include a review of Andrew's new show, and much more.

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Thu, 18 August 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 004

On this episode:

-Keith watched a little Mindfreak.

-We discuss a recent article about Derren Brown.

-Keith is looking for free stuff.

-Cheating for television: Where do you draw the line?

-Andrew updates us on his new show's progress.

-Product Review: Swami Mantra by Sam Dalal

NOTE: Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast would like to make it clear that this book is only for adults over 21.

-Keith's technical horror story.

-Listener Feedback: Brendon tells us how he practices new routines, and Drew wants to know how to overcome accidents during a performance.

Next week we plan to review Banachek's PSI Series DVDs.

Thanks again for listening! Send feedback to gmgpodcast@gmail.com, or call our voicemail line at 206.350.8727.

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Thu, 11 August 2005

Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 003

On This Week's Episode of the podcast formerly known as The Trap Door:

Some Quick News: Andrew might be changing his name.

We discuss Andrew's new bizarre show. (Specifically, pre-production checklists, etc.)

Exposure: When are we as magicians ready to perform?

Product Review: Super Force Glass

Keep sending those magic horror stories! You can choose to remain anonymous if you'd like.

Thanks for listening! The new website should be up soon. We'll put a link here when it's ready.

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Thu, 4 August 2005

The Trap Door: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 002

This episode features an interview with world-famous creator/performer Andre Kole! We called him to discuss his recent involvement in a special for the BBC.

Show details:

"Update" on Criss Angel

Interview with Andre Kole.

Andre was recently filmed walking on water for a crew from the BBC.

Click here for an exclusive picture of the event! Looks great, doesn't he?

Andre's tour schedule can be found by clicking here. Tell him we sent you!

Review: The Jerry O'Connell Himber Wallet

Update on our Geneva Prediction Watch review

Andrew's new late-night show plans

Finally, we need to mention that we are changing our show's name! Steve Beam (a class act all the way) already had a publication titled The Trapdoor, so we decided to rename the show. Next week we will become Go Magic Go: Your Magic Podcast. Some of you won't like the new name; others will love it (we're psychic). Details will keep coming throughout the week, so check back soon!

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Thu, 28 July 2005

The Trap Door: Your Magic Podcast - Episode 001

Our very first episode!

We discuss:

Exposure

Who we are

Criss Angel's Mindfreak show

Ethics in magic

Product review: Geneva Prediction Watch

Next time: A Discussion about our current project...

Please send us your thoughts/suggestions/opinions by calling our voice mail line: 206.350.8727, or e-mail gmgpodcast@gmail.com (We can only improve with your help!)

Thanks for checking us out!

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