Explore every episode of the podcast Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast
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| Episode 620: A chat with frequent Magic Castle performer Jeff Ezell ... and then Chapter Twenty of "Twisting the Aces." | 26 oct. 2026 | 01:17:48 | |
Jeff Ezell Interview starts at 00:05:56 "I Love That" starts at 00:43:40 Chapter Twenty of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:54:43
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Jeff Ezell Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jeffezellmagic/ “Fight for Life” documentary: https://tubitv.com/movies/100012597/fight-for-life-a-true-story-a-true-hero The Zabrecky Hour: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0JO0Y3AR967U17KR5YD7TQ8FPW Nobody Wants This: https://www.netflix.com/title/81591296 Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 619: A chat with Mark Malkoff about Johnny Carson’s lifelong obsession with magic ... and then Chapter Nineteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 12 oct. 2026 | 01:18:49 | |
Mark Malkoff Interview starts at 00:05:17 "I Love That" starts at 00:58:25 Chapter Nineteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:06:51
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Carson Podcast: https://carsonpodcast.com/ Mark’s Substack: https://markmalkoff.substack.com/subscribe Uri Geller on Johnny Carson: https://youtu.be/zD7OgAdCObs The Dana Gould Hour podcast: https://www.danagould.com/dgh/ Hangin’ With Dr. Z: https://www.youtube.com/@HangingwithDoctorZ David McCullough —Brave Companions: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Brave-Companions/David-McCullough/9781668003541 Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 618: A chat with members of The Magic Castle’s Outreach Committee ... and then Chapter Eighteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 28 sept. 2026 | 01:12:21 | |
Outreach Committee Interview starts at 00:01:43 "I Love That" starts at 00:45:35 Chapter Eighteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:57:02
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Outreach Committee Email Address: outreachcommittee@magiccastle.com Dramatic Gopher: https://youtu.be/8lXdyD2Yzls Lawrence Block "Hit Man" Series: https://lawrenceblock.com/series/keller/ Sharon K. Penman "The Sunne in Splendor": https://sharonkaypenman.com/books/the-sunne-in-splendour-uk-edition-30-year-anniversary/ The Carson Podcast: https://carsonpodcast.com/ Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 617: A chat with Lisa Menna, a world-class professional magician and self-described "curiosity expert"... and then Chapter Seventeen of "Twisting the Aces." | 14 sept. 2026 | 01:38:42 | |
Lisa Menna Interview starts at 00:02:47 "I Love That" starts at 01:03:54 Chapter Seventeen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:12:20
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Lisa Menna website: https://www.menna.com/ Cause To Wonder website: https://www.causetowonder.org/ Stephen King website: https://stephenking.com/index.html "It's Not About the Nail" (Jason Headley): https://youtu.be/-4EDhdAHrOg "At The Bar: A Joke" (Jason Headley): https://youtu.be/j7oHw0UReuY Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 616: A chat with Raul Fernandez and then Chapter Sixteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 24 août 2026 | 01:02:24 | |
A chat with Magic University Headmaster at The Magic Castle, Raul Fernandez and then Chapter Sixteen of "Twisting the Aces."
Raul Fernandez Interview starts at 00:02:17 "I Love That" starts at 00:37:28 Chapter Sixteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:48:49
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Magic U Website: https://shop.magiccastle.com/ Magpie Murders: https://youtu.be/uviPytfoJAk Ray Bradbury (Dandelion Wine): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/17051/dandelion-wine-by-ray-bradbury/ Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 615: A chat with Gustav Kuhn ... and then Chapter Fifteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 10 août 2026 | 01:02:24 | |
Gustav Kuhn is a researcher and former magician who leads the Magic Lab at the University of Plymouth... and then Chapter Fifteen of "Twisting the Aces."
Gustav Kuhn Interview starts at 00:02:12 "I Love That" starts at 00:56:31 Chapter Fifteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:04:01
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Gustav Kuhn website: https://www.magicresearchlab.com/copy-of-joe-cutting A Touch of Cloth: https://youtu.be/SXBKDlaA710 Final Countdown (Trailer): https://youtu.be/9scmFAxnWRU Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 614: A chat with Magic Castle Junior Member, Anja Steyn ... and then Chapter Fourteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 27 juil. 2026 | 00:47:00 | |
All the way from Cape Town, South Africa, a chat with Magic Castle Junior Member, Anja Steyn, about (among other things) incorporating her love of horror films and Halloween into her magic. And then the next chapter from "Twisting the Aces."
Anja Steyn Interview starts at 02:10:00 "I Love That" starts at 00:25:57 Chapter Fourteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:42:40
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Anja Steyn on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U-JAPfth3jw ill-advised by Bill Nighy: https://www.ill-advisedbybillnighy.com/ Ben Rhodes: All We Say: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/717294/all-we-say-by-ben-rhodes/ Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 613: A chat with The Magic Book Podcast host, Adrian Tennant... and then Chapter Thirteen of "Twisting the Aces." | 13 juil. 2026 | 01:09:22 | |
Adrian Tennant Interview starts at 00:02:24 "I Love That" starts at 00:47:43 Chapter Thirteen of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:55:50
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Psychic Entertainment by Stuart Palm, available from Stevens Magic: https://stevensmagic.com/products/psychic-entertainment-stuart-palm-book Clip from the David Nixon Show on YouTube (there are many more): https://youtu.be/YxrxUxHg-z0?si=upQ8JgrDhib7N29E David Nixon biography: David Nixon: Entertainer with the Magic Touch by Edwin A. Dawes and Stephen Short Product page: https://www.martinsmagic.com/allmagic/books/david-nixon-entertainer-with-the-magic-touch-by-edwin-a-dawes-stephen-short/ The Magic Book Podcast—Episode #16 Dr. Matt Tompkins https://themagicbookpodcast.com/blog/episode-16-dr-matt-tompkins "D-Day: The Battle for Normandy" by Anthony Beevor: https://www.antonybeevor.com/book/d-day-the-battle-for-normandy/ Marty: Life is Short: https://www.netflix.com/title/82128115 Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 612: A chat with Aidan Corcoran... and then Chapter Twelve of "Twisting the Aces." | 22 juin 2026 | 00:50:58 | |
Magic Castle Junior member Aidan Corcoran chats with Michael Varma about his beginnings in magic and why he sometimes doesn't want to know how a trick is done (unless he plans on performing it) ... and then the next chapter from "Twisting the Aces."
Aidan Corcoran Interview starts at 00:03:00 "I Love That" starts at 00:22:48 Chapter Twelve of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:35:57
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Aidan Corcoran Website: https://corcoranmagic.com/ Foyle's War Trailer: https://youtu.be/33XatWuJH70 "Our Town" (Paul Newman): https://youtu.be/gc1o9cGQ9_Q "Our Town" (Hal Holbrook): https://youtu.be/a3m1POQT_aQ "Our Town" (Spalding Gray): https://youtu.be/9GUy2CsgsNA Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 611: A chat with the amazing Rick Cunningham ... and then Chapter Twelve of "Twisting the Aces." | 08 juin 2026 | 01:22:35 | |
Rick Cunningham Interview starts at 00:01:53 "I Love That" starts at 00:49:54 Chapter Eleven of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:01:31
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD "Rooster" on HBO: https://youtu.be/L00r5BGgP64 "Mass" trailer: https://youtu.be/WgvsfKhGdgI Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 610: A chat with Junior Society member Ashton Ardenti ... and then Chapter Ten of "Twisting the Aces." | 25 mai 2026 | 00:53:33 | |
Ashton Ardenti Interview starts at 00:02:05 "I Love That" starts at 00:18:22 Chapter Ten of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:30:25
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Jury Duty Presents Company Retreat: https://www.amazon.com/Jury-Duty-Presents-Company-Retreat/dp/B0GJ6M3GB2 Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 609: A chat with writer and occasional magician, Jaq Greenspon... and then Chapter Nine of "Twisting the Aces." | 11 mai 2026 | 01:00:02 | |
Jaq Greenspon Interview starts at 00:02:39 "I Love That" starts at 00:35:26 Chapter Nine of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:41:56
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD American Classic (Trailer): https://youtu.be/xKFYRiNB6Pc "The Thursday Murder Club": https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2201645/richard-osman/ Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 608: A chat with the Director of Food and Beverage at The Magic Castle, Janeen Puente ... and then Chapter Eight of "Twisting the Aces." | 27 avr. 2026 | 00:52:39 | |
Janeen Puente Interview starts at 00:04:33 "I Love That" starts at 00:26:22 Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:39:00
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Fackham Hall: https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/fackham-hall Young Sherlock: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.28418d74-d40a-46d7-a1f3-e00a8708aa57 Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 607: A chat with magician Fancy Nancy about giving back with magic ... and then Chapter Seven of "Twisting the Aces." | 13 avr. 2026 | 01:20:46 | |
On the latest episode of the podcast, a chat with magician Fancy Nancy about giving back with magic ... and then Chapter Seven of "Twisting the Aces."
Nancy Anderson Interview starts at 00:03:33 "I Love That" starts at 00:46:58 Chapter Seven of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:03:24
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Making of "The Sting": https://youtu.be/ZibQa4AsbCA Mortimer and Whitehouse Gone Fishing: https://tubitv.com/series/300019258/mortimer-and-whitehouse-gone-fishing Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 606: A chat with Steve Barnes & David Doyle about the Magic Castle's Junior Society ... and then Chapter Six of "Twisting the Aces." | 23 mars 2026 | 01:00:19 | |
We dig deep into the Magic Castle's Junior Society ... and then Eli realizes he's currently the ONLY suspect in the murder of Mason Drexel.
Junior Society Interview starts at 00:01:29 "I Love That" starts at 00:37:33 Chapter Six of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:47:50
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Magic Castle Junior Society: https://www.magiccastle.com/junior-academy/ The Personals (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/xQ4mAXAxwFg Truth and Treason (Trailer): https://youtu.be/UPepoAJLsTM Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 605: A chat with Dr. Raj Madhok on balancing work and magic ... and then Chapter Five of "Twisting the Aces." | 09 mars 2026 | 01:05:58 | |
Full-time physician and part-time magician Dr. Raj Madhok talks about the value of keeping work and magic separate ... and then things continue to heat up for Eli at The Magic Castle.
Raj Madhok Interview starts at 00:01:30 "I Love That" starts at 00:39:41 Chapter Five of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:48:07
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Chad Powers Trailer: https://youtu.be/_nFZMD8FMM0 The Marx Brothers Council Podcast: https://www.marxbrotherscouncilpodcast.com/ A Couple of Grouchos: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-111-a-couple-of-grouchos-sitting-around-chatting Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 604: A chat with Brent Geris... and then Chapter 4 of "Twisting the Aces." | 23 févr. 2026 | 01:15:13 | |
Brent Geris takes us through the audition process at The Magic Castle ... and Eli's evening at The Castle takes another surprising turn.
Brent Geris Interview starts at 00:03:07 "I Love That" starts at 00:47:33 Chapter Four of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:59
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Magic Apple Website: https://themagicapple.com/ Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicapplestore/ Nichols and May on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpKhyb3LppeCKGs-Uy1vgA Nichols and May at Work: https://youtu.be/2p-lVDmNWYM Debbie Downer at Disneyworld: https://youtu.be/TfE93xON8jk Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 603: A chat with the director and editor (Curb Your Enthusiasm) Roger Nygard ... and then Chapter Three of "Twisting the Aces." | 09 févr. 2026 | 01:23:06 | |
Author/Editor/Director Roger Nygard talks about magic and comedy and how to get better at both ... and then Eli's night at The Magic Castle continues.
Roger Nygard Interview starts at 00:02:53 "I Love That" starts at 00:46:34 Chapter Three of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:26
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Roger Nygard website: http://rogernygard.com/ Lonesome Dove Trailer: https://youtu.be/bK3N5UXv4vY Paula Poundstone Routine: https://youtu.be/2rbj13q0_Cc Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 602: A chat with the Director of Club Experience at The Magic Castle, Ben Roman ... and then Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces." | 26 janv. 2026 | 00:51:00 | |
Co-author Michael Varma digs deep into how The Magic Castle runs, with Ben Roman, Director of Club Experience at The Magic Castle, and then we dive into Chapter Two!
Ben Roman Interview starts at 00:01:45 "I Love That" starts at 00:26:00 Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:37:19
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Dr. Horrible's Singalong Blog (Episode One): "Good Night and Good Luck" trailer: Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 601: A chat with magician and "Twisting the Aces" co-writer Michael Varma ... and the Chapter One of "Twisting the Aces." | 12 janv. 2026 | 01:16:52 | |
The co-author of the latest Eli Marks book, "Twisting the Aces," stops by to talk about his life-long interest in magic and how he keeps that passion alive while working a normal nine-to-five job. Then we dive into Chapter One of "Twisting the Aces."
Michael Varma Interview starts at 00:06:08 "I Love That" starts at 00:53:42 Chapter One of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:05:18
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Michael Varma website: https://michaelvarma.com/ "A Bronx Tale" Trailer: https://youtu.be/z50PjmZYS4A "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" Trailer: https://youtu.be/VW-F1H-Nonk Check out Albert's Bridge Books: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 525: Bonus Episode: Jim interviews John at a recent Minnesota Mystery Night event. | 26 déc. 2025 | 00:47:14 | |
In this bonus episode of the podcast, long-time collaborators John and Jim discuss John's diverse career, from low-budget filmmaking to his popular "Eli Marks" mystery series. They delve into his writing process, the new Magic Castle-set book Twisting the Aces, and stories from their "Behind the Page" podcast featuring magicians like Teller.
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Minnesota Mystery Night: https://www.mnmysterynight.com/ Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books: http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 524: Master Magician Lance Burton returns … and then a sneak peek at the latest Eli Marks book, “Twisting the Aces.” | 22 déc. 2025 | 01:24:29 | |
Master magician Lance Burton returns to share how early inspirations and pivotal mentors shaped his career. He delves into his philosophy on the importance of repetition, learning from failure, and ethical trick selection, all culminating in his profound connection with the audience after decades of performance. Lance Burton Interview starts at 00:01:43 "I Love That" starts at 01:01:51 “Twisting the Aces” Prolog starts at 01:16:50
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Lance Burton Website: https://www.lanceburton.com/ "The Importance of Being Earnest" (Audible Version): https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Oscar-Wilde-BBC-Radio-Drama-Collection-Audiobook/1787534693 "Ghost Light" (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/91hRaPHmHoQ "Dying To Audition" (Free Audiobook): https://youtu.be/e0Pta98R0MQ Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books: http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 523: A look back at some key thoughts from David Regal … and then Chapter 23 of “The Linking Rings” – the final chapter! | 08 déc. 2025 | 00:30:52 | |
David Regal shares his love for creating magic tricks, focusing on the joy of creativity and problem-solving over selling them. Plus, the FINAL chapter of The Linking Rings! David Regal Interview starts at 00:03:14 "I Love That" starts at 00:09:28 Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:23:32
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Original Interview with David Regal: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-8-david-regal-on-creating-and-selling-magic-and-chapter-seven-of-the-ambitious-card David Regal Website: https://davidregal.com/ Link to David's Cartoon Book: https://davidregal.com/habracadabra/ Harry Price, Ghost Hunter (Trailer): https://youtu.be/0rQyBoSomXA Murder on the Orient Express (Trailer): https://youtu.be/kjSN6hmg2UY Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books: http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 522: Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Jon Armstrong. | 24 nov. 2025 | 00:44:27 | |
In this interview excerpt, Jon Armstrong compares magicians to superheroes, emphasizing the importance of relatable abilities and a clear identity for lasting audience impact.
A Few Minutes With… Jon Armstrong starts at 00:02:14 "I Love That" starts at 00:15:18 Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:25:05
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Jon Armstrong Website: https://www.cardjon.com/ Original Jon Armstrong Full Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-207-jon-armstrong-on-being-a-magic-consultant-and-chapter-seven-of-the-bullet-catch A Few Minutes with … Jon Armstrong: https://youtu.be/yZqVZ_LVAVY Starman Trailer: https://youtu.be/SOMyCjQzk4w Garbo Talks Trailer: https://youtu.be/2SUn9QMrTOo Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books: http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 521: The Midwest Magic Machine: Mikayla Oz's 100+ Show Summer Strategy … and then Chapter 21 of “The Linking Rings.” | 10 nov. 2025 | 01:24:00 | |
Mikayla Oz shares her strategy for high-volume performance, including interacting with audiences pre-show to break the ice, then talks about The Magician School, her nationwide program that pivoted online during the pandemic to teach magic.
Mikayla Oz Interview starts at 00:02:15 "I Love That" starts at 00:50:15 Chapter Twenty-One of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:59:51
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Mikayla Oz Website: https://mikaylaoz.com/ Michael J Fox - "Future Boy" Book: https://read.macmillan.com/fib/future-boy/ John Candy Documentary "I Like Me" Trailer: https://youtu.be/PrcQRsrBcCk Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books: http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ | |||
| Episode 520: Chapter Twenty of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Jonathan Levit | 27 oct. 2025 | 00:43:28 | |
Jonathan Levit talks about an early magic consulting (and acting) gig on “The X-Files,” and performing in front of Ricky Jay!
A Few Minutes With… Jonathan Levit starts at 00:02:10 "I Love That" starts at 00:09:50 Chapter Twenty of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:20:39
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Jonathan Levit Website: https://www.jonathanlevit.com/ Original Jonathan Levit Full Interview: https://tinyurl.com/bdhf7v9r A Few Minutes with … Jonathan Levit: https://youtu.be/7YbPdND-_QA Ricky jay and His 52 Assistants: https://youtu.be/z7InE1zXAY4 Reuben, Reuben (complete movie): https://youtu.be/k5YCy1MNGFw Nina Conti Clip #1: https://youtu.be/EADGMYpUa6I Nina Conti Clip #2: https://youtu.be/7GOrNuBMTJk James P. Hogan - Inherit The Stars (The Giants Novels): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giants_(series) Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast
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| Episode 519: The Cosmic Romantics Share Their Unconventional Journey into Magic and Matrimony. … and then Chapter 19 of “The Linking Rings.” | 13 oct. 2025 | 01:30:07 | |
The duo candidly discusses the advantages of their diverse performance backgrounds, including music, juggling, and even jiu-jitsu, in creating entertaining magic that prioritizes audience connection over mere sleight of hand. And then a big confrontation in Chapter 19 of “The Linking Rings.”
The Cosmic Romantics Interview starts at 00:02:22 "I Love That" starts at 00:58:07 Chapter Nineteen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:11:09
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Cosmic Romantics Website: https://www.thecosmicromantics.com/blog FireFly TV Series: https://tinyurl.com/4r2ztn8m W1A TV Series: https://tinyurl.com/5n6s84sh W1A Clip: https://youtu.be/GKWZlWaGKgc Ricky Jay Card Throwing: https://youtu.be/4F93VCA_TCQ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast
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| Episode 518: Chapter Eighteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… David Kaye – aka, Silly Billy. | 22 sept. 2025 | 00:37:30 | |
David Kaye talks about the difference between doing magic for kids versus adults … and then more from “The Linking Rings.”
A Few Minutes With… David Kaye starts at 00:02:42 "I Love That" starts at 00:08:30 Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:19:13
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Silly Billy website: https://www.sillybillymagic.com/ David Kaye Website: https://sillymagic.com/ Original David Kaye Full Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-119-david-kaye-aka-silly-billy-plus-morgan-amp-west-and-then-chapter-eighteen-of-the-ambitious-card A Few Minutes with … David Kaye: https://youtu.be/zKFcVGjwGW8 John’s Email: http://jgaspard@earthlink.net Harold and Maude Trailer: https://youtu.be/IppZ9AquHy0 New Harold and Maude Book: https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/ - /held-over-harold-and-maude-at-the-westgate-theater/ “After Dunkirk” Book Series: https://severnriverbooks.com/collections/after-dunkirk-series?srsltid=AfmBOooeadUuI6NyvGf4sLirI_BcvQI96PjIybVY20LVkQII61Bhzvde Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast
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| Episode 517: Magical Notes: John Sturk on blending Music, Improv & Magic … and then the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.” | 08 sept. 2025 | 01:12:47 | |
From tickling the ivories as an improv pianist to leading the Society of American Magicians as its president, John Sturk shares how his diverse performance background enhances his magic. And then a big confrontation in Chapter 17 of “The Linking Rings.” John Sturk Interview starts at 00:02:53 "I Love That" starts at 00:41:28 Chapter Seventeen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:49:40
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD John Sturk Website: https://www.johnsturk.com/ George Campbell Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-401-comedian-and-former-magician-george-campbell-stops-by-to-chat-and-then-chapter-one-of-the-misers-dream Billy Joel Documentary: https://youtu.be/fvCB4gg7yS0 Travel Man: https://www.youtube.com/@Travel-Man Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 516: Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Joshua Jay. | 25 août 2025 | 00:49:43 | |
Joshua Jay talks about the dangers of The Bullet Catch and other tragic magic … and then more from “The Linking Rings.”
A Few Minutes With… Joshua Jay starts at 00:02:57 "I Love That" starts at 00:10:48 Chapter Sixteen of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:19:41
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Joshua Jay Website: https://www.joshuajay.com/ Original Joshua Jay Full Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-204-joshua-jay-on-tragic-magic-and-chapter-four-of-the-bullet-catch A Few Minutes with … Joshua Jay: https://youtu.be/Q5dK1aBss6M The Trip trailer: https://youtu.be/K9bPJmy68Rs Bruce Springsteen Tracks II: https://tinyurl.com/24xvstjb Highgate Cemetery: https://highgatecemetery.org/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 515: Magical Katrina reveals her unconventional path from clown school to professional magic ... then ominous secrets at Baxter's mansion in “The Linking Rings.” | 11 août 2025 | 01:26:22 | |
Enjoy an insightful conversation with Magical Katrina, offering practical advice on building a professional career through "social proof" and viewing magic as a service. Then the suspenseful reading of Chapter Fifteen from "The Linking Rings," where mysterious deaths appear to follow a disturbing pattern outlined in a suicide note.
Magical Katrina Interview starts at 00:03:05 "I Love That" starts at 00:56:03 Chapter Fifteen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:08:03
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Magical Katrina website: https://magicalkatrina.com/ Magical Katrina Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicalkatrinamagic/?hl=en Magical Katrina on Fool Us: https://youtu.be/tZG1Bv7oDGI Magical Katrina on Masters of Illusion: https://youtu.be/voRJxRaQlho The Princess Bride: https://sowersohs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the_princess_bride.pdf Tuva or Bust: https://youtu.be/fuqm4FGzo20 Infinity movie Trailer: https://youtu.be/eaVtrKGyZlE John’s Email: http://jgaspard@earthlink.net Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 514: Chapter Fourteen of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Mike Super. | 21 juil. 2025 | 00:48:36 | |
Mike Super talks about the best (and the worst) parts of doing corporate stage gigs … and then more from “The Linking Rings.” A Few Minutes With… Mike Super starts at 00:03:03 "I Love That" starts at 00:11:31 Chapter Fourteen of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:23:15
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Mike Super website: https://www.mikesuper.com/ Mike Super’s Full Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-124-mike-super-on-corporate-magic-and-then-a-special-reading-of-the-invisible-assistant A Few Minutes with Mike Super: https://youtu.be/IhYLu-kZou8 YouTube Page For Magician Interviews: https://tinyurl.com/mt8j53t2 Email John with guest ideas: jgaspard@earthlink.net Poker Face trailer: https://youtu.be/4x2NzusLAqk The Forever Dog: https://foreverdog.com/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 513: We chat with forensic image analyst George Reis about his work and his interest in magic … and then Chapter 13 of “The Linking Rings.” | 07 juil. 2025 | 01:21:05 | |
On this episode, forensic image and video analyst George Reis details his work analyzing visual evidence for legal cases, including authentication and enhancement. He also discusses his later-in-life entry into magic, highlighting parallels between the preparation and presentation aspects of both fields.
George Reis Interview starts at 00:04:03 "I Love That" starts at 00:42:21 Chapter Thirteen of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:51:40
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD George Reis website: https://imagingforensics.com/ YouTube Page For Magician Interviews: https://tinyurl.com/mt8j53t2 Email John with guest ideas: jgaspard@earthlink.net Open Range trailer: https://youtu.be/WCAUds5m9Q8 See How They Run trailer: https://youtu.be/Q00qh7Ab6Mk Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 512: Chapter Twelve of “The Linking Rings” and A Few Minutes With… Steve Cohen, discussing the practicalities of Max Malini's card stab trick. | 23 juin 2025 | 00:55:07 | |
Discover the fascinating story of legendary magician Max Malini's audacity in damaging antique furniture during his card stab trick, alongside a thrilling chapter of "The Linking Rings" featuring poisoned teabags and a stolen magic routine. A Few Minutes With… Steve Cohen starts at 00:03:50 "I Love That" starts at 00:08:48 Chapter Twelve of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:21:01
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Steve Cohen’s Original Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-202-steve-cohen-on-performing-the-bullet-catch-and-chapter-two-of-the-bullet-catch Steve Cohen’s Website: https://chambermagic.com/ A Few Minutes With … Steve Cohen: https://youtu.be/Z4YKyfYHrQs Behind the Page YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@behindthepagetheelimarkspo5241 Band of Brothers (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/70308702 Email Me: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact What’s Up Doc Trailer: https://youtu.be/hGcUHroskT4 Band of Brothers Podcast: https://youtu.be/GlcRq1noeSA Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 511: Joan Dukore on magic, dancing, audiobooks and standing still for four hours at a time. And then Chapter Eleven of “The Linking Rings.” | 09 juin 2025 | 01:27:02 | |
Discover the fascinating path of magician Joan Dukore, from early card tricks to Las Vegas stages and beyond, including her surprising career as a living statue and audiobook narrator. This episode also offers a glimpse into the fictional world of magic with another chapter from "The Linking Rings." Joan Dukore Interview starts at 00:05:54 "I Love That" starts at 00:56:48 Chapter Eleven of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:06:00
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Joan’s Magic Website: https://www.joandukore.com/ Joan’s Audiobook Website: https://www.joanreadsthings.com/ Behind the Page YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@behindthepagetheelimarkspo5241 Email Me: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact GQ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@GQVideos LA TheaterWorks: https://latw.org/title/arcadia Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 510: Chapter Ten of "The Linking Rings" and A Few Minutes With… Tyler Erickson. | 26 mai 2025 | 00:52:35 | |
Episode 510: Chapter Ten of "The Linking Rings" and A Few Minutes With… Tyler Erickson.
The latest chapter of “The Linking Rings” … and then magic teacher Tyler Erickson on how he adapts his teaching for each student.
A Few Minutes With… Tyler Erickson starts at 00:03:44 "I Love That" starts at 00:12:35 Chapter Ten of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:24:10
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Tyler Erickson Website: https://www.strongermagic.com/ A Few Minutes With … Tyler Erickson: https://youtu.be/GzGN08xHil4 Full Interview with Tyler Erickson: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-217-tyler-erickson-on-teaching-magic-and-chapter-seventeen-of-the-bullet-catch Email John at jgaspard (at) earthlink (dot) net Inside No. 9 Trailer: https://youtu.be/fxzN_nsxflA World War Two In Color Trailer: https://youtu.be/pDn7woGBp2M Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 509: Learn how magic, mathematics, and computer science intertwine in the work and life of S. Brent Morris.… and Chapter Nine of “The Linking Rings.” | 12 mai 2025 | 01:30:36 | |
From Buffalo Bob to the NSA, we cover it all with magician and mathematician S. Brent Morris … and then jump into the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.”
Brent Morris Interview starts at 00:05:44 "I Love That" starts at 00:55:57 Chapter Nine of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:03:52
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Email John at jgaspard (at) earthlink (dot) net The Tour Guy: https://thetourguy.com/ Five Hours of The Shipping News: https://youtu.be/CxHa5KaMBcM Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 508: Chapter 8 of "The Linking Rings" and A Few Minutes With… Michael Close. | 28 avr. 2025 | 00:38:50 | |
The latest chapter of “The Linking Rings” … and then Michael Close explains his process for helping magicians get ready to appear on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us.”
A Few Minutes With… Michael Close starts at 00:02:38 "I Love That" starts at 00:12:43 Chapter Eight of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:21:05
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD “Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA “Troupers” Full Movie: https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c Michael Close website: https://michaelclose.com/ Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn Original Michael Close Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-208-michael-close-talks-about-his-work-on-penn-amp-teller-fool-us-and-chapter-8-of-the-bullet-catch Send us an Email: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 507: Sara Ballantine and Chapter Seven of “The Linking Rings.” | 14 avr. 2025 | 01:05:27 | |
Sara Ballantine talks about her father, comedy magician Carl Ballantine, and her documentary “Troupers” … and Chapter Seven of “The Linking Rings.”
Sara Ballantine Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:35:56 Chapter Seven of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:45:12
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Sara Ballantine Website: http://www.saraballantine.com/ “Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA “Troupers” Full Movie: https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c Carl Ballantine in action: https://youtu.be/N5W_U4wH3Fc Carl Ballantine in action: https://youtu.be/aeH6r9QTxng Scott Land’s Carl Ballantine puppet: https://youtu.be/BPpLoF7zudQ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast “Rise” app: https://www.risescience.com/ “The Conversation” trailer: https://youtu.be/elJL5D6HTvA Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn | |||
| Episode 506: Chapter Six of The Linking Rings" … and A Few Minutes With Stan Allen. | 24 mars 2025 | 00:57:01 | |
We re-visit a chat with Stan Allen, discussing the problem with exposure of magic … and then Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings.”
A Few Minutes With… Stan Allen starts at 00:03:15 "I Love That" starts at 00:11:24 Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings " starts at 00:24:14
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Original Interview with Stan Allen: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-203-stan-allen-on-the-masked-magician-and-chapter-three-of-the-bullet-catch Magic Live website: https://www.magicconvention.com/ “Hal” documentary: https://hal.oscilloscope.net/ Interview with Amy Scott: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-115-filmmaker-amy-scott-on-her-documentary-hal Marc Maron’s WTF (Carlos Mencia): http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/tag/Carlos+Mencia Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 505: Magician and Marketer Damian Jennings … and Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings.” | 10 mars 2025 | 01:28:05 | |
“The Insider” podcast host and Vanishing Inc.’s Chief Marketing Officer stops by to chat about magic and more … and then Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings.”
Damian Jennings Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:57:33 Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:07:09
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD “The Insider” Podcast link: https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/insider-magic-podcast/ Tony Sagittarius Link: https://youtu.be/8_BftNgm9Zo The Man Who Would Be King trailer: https://youtu.be/eqZ7QfulTuU “Copenhagen” (TV version): https://youtu.be/RTn9eKfH11M “Copenhagen” (Audible version): https://www.audible.com/pd/Copenhagen-Audiobook/B00E4PK69W Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 504 Chapter Four of "The Linking Rings" and A Few Minutes With… The Amazing Kreskin. | 24 févr. 2025 | 00:43:47 | |
The Amazing Kreskin shares hilarious, inspiring tales of spontaneity and humor—plus, we dive into Chapter Four of The Linking Rings.
A Few Minutes With… The Amazing Kreskin starts at 00:03:01 "I Love That" starts at 00:08:23 Chapter Four of The Linking Rings" starts at 00:20:43
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Amazing Kreskin – Full Interview: https://tinyurl.com/333z9348 Charles Grodin book (“It Would Be So Nice If You Weren’t Here”): https://www.amazon.com/Would-Nice-You-Werent-Here/dp/0688088732 Joshua Jay book (“How Magicians Think”): https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic-books/how-magicians-think/ | |||
| Episode 503: Star Newman and Tyler Erickson on The Magic of Teaching Magic … and Chapter 3 of “The Linking Rings.” | 10 févr. 2025 | 01:35:12 | |
This episode features a conversation with Star Newman and Tyler Erickson, discussing Star's journey from theater to magic, the influence of theater on her performances, the importance of collaboration, and their shared perspectives on teaching and the future of magic.
Star & Tyler Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:49:56 Chapter Three of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:01:11
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Star Newman website: https://www.starnewman.com/ Tyler Erickson website: https://www.strongermagic.com/ Star on “Fool Us”: https://youtu.be/Fs3ffSYFUWw Original Tyler Erickson Interview: https://tinyurl.com/2c2sebth Joshua Malina on Sports Night: https://youtu.be/JsQBpG-3TQY London Walks: https://www.walks.com/ The Ripperologists Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Ripperologists-Audiobook/179992131X The Greyhound of the Baskervilles Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Greyhound-of-the-Baskervilles-Audiobook/109418960X Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 502: Chapter Two of “The Linking Rings” … and a few minutes with Suzanne. | 27 janv. 2025 | 01:06:00 | |
The next chapter of “The Linking Rings,” and then some important thoughts from Suzanne about mistakes beginning magicians often make.
A Few Minutes With… Suzanne starts at 00:02:55 "I Love That" starts at 00:10:56 Chapter Two of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:22:01
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Suzanne’s website: https://www.suzmagic.com/ A Few Minutes With … Suzanne: https://youtu.be/sKQWG8LjLVw Suzanne Original Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-218-suzanne-on-learning-and-teaching-magic-and-chapter-eighteen-of-the-bullet-catch “Slings & Arrows” Trailer: https://youtu.be/8VnAGdzoiXU “Slings & Arrows” Ophelia scene: https://youtu.be/I0uVGCYRP4I Susan Coyne Interview: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/fast-cheap-interview-blog/actresswriter-susan-coyne-on-slings-amp-arrows-c97z9-arkrg “No Good Deed” Trailer: https://youtu.be/JKufPJ-JHvA Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 501: Doc Eason … and Chapter One of “The Linking Rings.” | 13 janv. 2025 | 01:28:59 | |
Legendary magician Doc Eason shares his transformative journey into magic, the importance of audience connection, and heartwarming stories about his friendship with John Denver … and then Chapter One of “The Linking Rings.”
Doc Eason Interview starts at 00:03:30 "I Love That" starts at 00:45:19 Chapter One of "The Miser's Dream" starts at 00:52:00
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Doc Eason website: https://doceason.com/ The Six Triple Eight: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/tyler-perry-new-netflix-movie-six-triple-eight Alan Arkin Reads “Catch-22” (Abridged): https://youtu.be/jNWsXqcPmsE Eugene Burger on Paul Daniels’ Halloween Special: https://youtu.be/Xh2r-vuNAM0 Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 424: The final chapter of “The Miser’s Dream” and A Few Minutes With… Dick Cavett. | 23 déc. 2024 | 00:47:09 | |
Dick Cavett discusses how he masterfully showcased legendary magicians on TV, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets and unforgettable moments with icons like Slydini, Ricky Jay and Teller.
A Few Minutes With… Dick Cavett starts at 00:02:07 “I Love That” starts at 00:14:32 Chapter Twenty-Four (and the Epilog) of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:32
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD A Few Minutes With Dick Cavett video: https://youtu.be/3A5PXj58mIE Slydini on Dick Cavett (First Appearance): https://youtu.be/Ir-0j4YCHi8 Slydini on Dick Cavett (Second Appearance): https://youtu.be/J913AVe3adU Dick Cavett Interview Part One: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-9-dick-cavett-interview-part-one-and-chapter-eight-of-the-ambitious-card Dick Cavett Interview Part Two: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-110-dick-cavett-interview-part-two-and-chapter-nine-of-the-ambitious-card Cellini #1: https://youtu.be/_c81rxaPfWg Cellini #2: https://youtu.be/cR7sTDhNfwk Jim’s I LOVE THAT: “Watership Down” Book: https://www.simonandschuster.net/books/Watership-Down/Richard-Adams/Scribner-Classics/9780684836058 John’s I LOVE THAT: “Shooting Columbo” Book: https://bonaventurepress.com/shooting-columbo/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast
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| Episode 423: Nick Mohammed (Coach Nate on “Ted Lasso”) talks about his love of magic … and then Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Miser’s Dream.” | 09 déc. 2024 | 01:36:17 | |
On this episode of the podcast, Nick Mohammed shares his lifelong love for magic, the evolution of his comedic character Mr. Swallow, and the thrilling challenges of performing daring tricks on stage.
Nick Mohammed Interview starts at 00:03:26 “I Love That” starts at 01:01:51 Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:13:14
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Nick Mohammed website: https://www.nickmohammedlive.com/ Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickmohammedy/ Mr. Swallow on Twitter: https://x.com/mrswallow Nick and Son Do Magic: https://youtu.be/j9mK4htDQ3k Mr. Swallow: https://youtu.be/Xvi8hJVzwyY Jim’s I LOVE THAT: Rescuing Christmas: https://youtu.be/y86lLXVOjys John’s I LOVE THAT: “Rehearsed To Death” Trailer: https://youtu.be/faVSox6KNfc Buy “Rehearsed To Death”: https://books2read.com/b/mBvAKk “A Christmas Carl” Trailer: https://youtu.be/EO7ZMiNTEKI Buy “A Christmas Carl”: https://books2read.com/b/4AONdN Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 422: Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream” and A Few Minutes With… Julie Eng. | 25 nov. 2024 | 00:47:54 | |
Julie Eng recounts some key lessons she learned while working in her father’s magic store as a teenager … and then Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream.”
A Few Minutes With… Julie Eng starts at 00:00:58 “I Love That” starts at 00:09:08 Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:26:27
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Julie Eng website: https://www.magicienne.com/ A Few Minutes With Julie Eng video: https://youtu.be/CkFTgh3Hi7U Rippercast Podcast: https://www.casebook.org/podcast/ “They All Laughed” Music Video: https://youtu.be/-Qpi8x-tdmo “Renegades” Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42xagXCUDsFO6a0lcHoTlv London Walks website: https://www.walks.com/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 421: Harrison Greenbaum returns to break us up on a variety of topics … and then Chapter Twenty-One of “The Miser’s Dream.” | 11 nov. 2024 | 01:27:13 | |
Harrison discusses blending Harvard smarts with MAD Magazine humor in his book 'You Are All Terrible' … plus his entertaining feud with Criss Angel.
Harrison Greenbaum Interview starts at 00:02:14 “I Love That” starts at 01:08:40 Chapter Twenty-One of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:14:51
LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Harrison Greenbaum website: https://www.harrisongreenbaum.com/ “You Are All Terrible” Book: https://tinyurl.com/mw827wdt AI Podcast Based on Show Notes: https://youtu.be/LAVMLRqf4Og Saturday Night Live Set Change: https://youtu.be/04kop3CvE_s “The Old Man” Trailer: https://youtu.be/xDu1Q9r6HDo Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||
| Episode 420: Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream” and A Few Minutes With… Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte. | 28 oct. 2024 | 00:46:47 | |
Some thoughts from Derek and Nick about comedy and magic … and then Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte starts at 00:02:07 “I Love That” starts at 00:13:27 Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:44 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Derek Hughes website: http://derekhughes.net/ Nick Diffatte website: https://www.diffatte.com/ A Few Minutes With Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte video: https://youtu.be/zmnXHi31T1E QI Website: https://www.qi.com/ Erik Larson Books: https://eriklarsonbooks.com/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast | |||