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Behind the Secrets by VANISH

VANISH Magic Magazine

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 7

Welcome to Behind the Secrets - the official podcast from VANISH Magic Magazine. Each week, we sit down with world-class magicians, mentalists, creators, producers, and rising stars who’ve turned the impossible… into reality. We dive into the untold stories behind the sleight of hand and the spectacle... From the first trick that sparked their obsession… to the bold risks, backstage lessons, spectacular flops, and unforgettable moments that shaped their path - we explore the artistry, psychology, performance, and legacy of magic in all of its forms. Behind every great illusion is a person who dared to believe… and a real human story; one of courage, creativity, obsession, and pure wonder. Let’s dive in!

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03/07/2026
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02/07/2026
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07/04/2026
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06/04/2026
#58
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
24/01/2026
#79
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
28/11/2025
#98
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
27/11/2025
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🇩🇪 Germany - performingArts
15/10/2025
#90
🇩🇪 Germany - performingArts
14/10/2025
#68
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
13/10/2025
#95

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Welcome to Behind the Secrets by VANISH

Saturday, July 19, 2025 • Duration 00:52

Welcome to Behind the Secrets - the official podcast from VANISH Magic Magazine.

Each week, we sit down with world-class magicians, mentalists, creators, producers, and rising stars who’ve turned the impossible… into reality. We dive into the untold stories behind the sleight of hand and the spectacle... From the first trick that sparked their obsession… to the bold risks, backstage lessons, spectacular flops, and unforgettable moments that shaped their path - we explore the artistry, psychology, performance, and legacy of magic in all its forms. Behind every great illusion is a person who dared to believe… and a real human story; one of courage, creativity, obsession, and pure wonder.

We are launching with our amazing guests very soon!

Subscribe to VANISH

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What Magicians Get Wrong About Magic with Erik Tait from Penguin Magic

Episode 2

Monday, August 4, 2025 • Duration 56:05

In this deeply funny, insightful, and delightfully nerdy episode of Behind the Secrets, Penguin Magic’s Erik Tate takes us on a deep dive into the surprising, hilarious, and thought-provoking world of a modern working magician, teacher, product developer… and accidental niche celebrity.

From prison-tattooed ducks to mind-blowing revelations about how audiences actually see magic, we talk about career pivots, creative pressure, the power of great teaching, why magic still matters in a world that’s addicted to shortcuts, and the surprising mechanics of what makes a magic product a hit.

With equal parts heart and razor-sharp insight, Erik opens up about navigating criticism online, the future of exposure and ethics in the digital era, and why curiosity is the true superpower behind every great teacher.

Whether you're a working magician, an enthusiastic amateur, or someone who loves pulling back the curtain, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and pure magic.

In this episode, we cover:

How Erik shifted from stand-up comedy to full-time magic – and how that changed everything
The birth of “Nate the Duck,” a wooden puppet with prison tattoos and psychic powers
The difference between magic for magicians vs. magic for laypeople
The secrets behind Penguin Magic’s product development process
Why levitations always sell – and the underrated effect Erik swears by
How your brain fills in illusions – and why magicians never see what audiences see
Erik’s philosophy on teaching, curiosity, and making the complex feel simple
His honest take on magic exposure, ethics, and chasing clicks
How he handles online negativity – and why the delete button is his best friend
The one thing magic societies must do if they want to survive
What it actually feels like to work for the biggest brand in magic
And how to turn even the cheesiest trick into a showstopper with the right mindset

Connect with Erik Tait

Die on Stage Until You Don’t Care Anymore - John Archer on Fear, Failure & Comedy Magic

Episode 6

Monday, September 1, 2025 • Duration 58:19

He’s been called one of the UK’s best comedy magicians, and for good reason.

In this episode of Behind the Secrets, we sit down with the legendary John Archer, whose career spans decades of laughter, astonishment, and unforgettable moments on stage.

From becoming the first ever Fooler on Penn & Teller: Fool Us to taking on the high-pressure spotlight of Britain’s Got Talent, John shares the highs, the lows, and the glorious disasters that every performer secretly fears (including the infamous Cuba nightclub gig and the night he somehow became a babysitter mid-show). Along the way, he unpacks how comedy and magic really fit together, why the “die on stage” reps matter, and the mindset shifts that keep you both brave and kind with audiences.

We dive into:

How John blends comedy and magic without tipping into cliché
The lessons he learned from touring with Tim Vine
Why dying on stage is essential to becoming great
The best (and worst) advice he’s ever received
Why imposter syndrome never really disappears, even after big accolades
The Cuba fiasco: performing to a dancing crowd that didn’t speak English - and how he “died with dignity”
Audience selection pitfalls (and fixes): choosing the right volunteer, reading personalities, and recovering from curveballs
John’s FIRE framework for scripting: Funny, Interesting, Relevant, Entertaining - and cutting everything else
How room setup can make or break a show (dance floors, bars, ceilings, and attention economics)
Thoughts on exposure culture and keeping magic sacred while still inviting newcomers in
Tuning material for context: what John changes for comedy clubs vs. magic audiences

CONNECT WITH JOHN at this website, on YouTube

The Only Failure Is Giving Up - with Magician, Cardist and YouTube Pioneer Ekaterina

Episode 5

Monday, August 25, 2025 • Duration 01:27:25

Ekaterina is a magician, cardist, YouTube pioneer, marketing executive, content creator, poker player, and Mom – proving that resilience and curiosity can take you anywhere in life. In this conversation, we trace her journey from uploading YouTube videos as a teenager to building a massive global audience with her Let’s Learn series. She shares lessons on patience, pushing through frustration, creating content that lasts, handling negativity, and why she lives by the mantra “I can’t imagine not trying.”

We dive into the side of Ekaterina few people see – the introvert who found therapy in cardistry, the Mom balancing family with an intense marketing career, and the woman who quit alcohol to stay sharp, only to find a surprising new passion: poker. From losing $10,000 to winning $24,000 in a single day, she reveals how poker has taught her resilience, emotional control, and the art of bluffing through life’s toughest tables.

Ekaterina opens up about the highs and lows of being a woman in magic, the backlash over teaching tricks on social media, and how she built a bridge between magicians and the wider world. She explains why algorithms can be “trained,” how she hacked TikTok and YouTube for explosive growth, and why her cat Tiger became such a beloved part of her brand that even Google demanded he appear in her sponsored videos.

This episode is funny, vulnerable, and packed with wisdom. From learning push-ups after painful setbacks to recovering from on-stage flops with a smile, Ekaterina shows us the real magic of persistence – and reminds us that the only true failure is giving up too soon.

In this episode we cover:

How an introverted kid found therapy in practicing cardistry alone
The “Let’s Learn” series – and how it accidentally became a global hit
Balancing life as a Mom, magician, marketer, and content creator
Facing backlash from magicians – and why she has a “block and delete” policy for negativity
Lessons on crediting, respecting creators, and evolving magic terminology
The push-up challenge that turned pain and setbacks into progress
Why she quit alcohol, stayed sharper – and picked up poker instead

The Magic of Intuition, Silence and True Human Connections with Renaissance Man Andrew Gerard

Episode 4

Monday, August 18, 2025 • Duration 01:26:41

What makes magic feel real? Is it the trick, the technique, or something far more human? In this powerful and surprising conversation, we sit down with Andrew Gerard - magician, consultant, and creative mind behind TV’s biggest magicians including David Blaine, Criss Angel, Keith Barry, Bryan Miles and more. But Andrew’s story goes far beyond the stage. At its core, his work is about connection; the subtle art of listening, the courage to let go of scripts, and the magic that happens when you step into the present moment.

Andrew takes us behind the curtain of his career: from learning the craft of performance, to writing and consulting for global icons, to discovering that true magic comes from silence, intuition, and presence. Andrew shares unforgettable lessons on storytelling, leadership, and how to create moments that people don’t just watch… but they feel.

This episode is as much about life as it is about magic. You’ll hear Andrew’s insights on confidence, creativity, and what it really means to be authentic. And yes, you’ll also discover his most unexpected side gig: perfume making.

In this episode, we cover:

Andrew’s journey from performing magic to consulting for David Blaine and Criss Angel
His “table test” process for tearing apart ideas until they’re bulletproof
Why you must be your own harshest critic before the world is
How silence and listening can be the most powerful form of magic
Performing in the hardest conditions - and why chaos is the best training ground
Why comfort zones destroy creativity and growth
Behind-the-scenes hurdles of creating magic for TV (and how to overcome them)
How to strip away crutches and still hold presence under pressure
The psychology of connection
What speakers and performers can learn from boxers training in tough gyms
Andrew’s philosophy on creativity: breaking down, rebuilding, and refining ideas
Why scripts destroy authenticity - and how to trust your intuition instead
The difference between tricks and true connection
Behind-the-scenes stories from working with top illusionists

Inside the Mind of the World’s Leading Female Illusionist with Josephine Lee

Episode 3

Monday, August 11, 2025 • Duration 57:08

In this captivating episode of Behind the Secrets, we are joined by Josephine Lee - the world’s leading female illusionist, for an honest, funny, and deeply insightful conversation about life behind the smoke and mirrors.

From the grand scale glamour of cruise ship theatres to the painful reality of snapping her ACL mid-show (and finishing the performance with gaffer tape - yikes!) Josephine opens up about the grit, resilience, and creativity it takes to survive and thrive in one of entertainment’s most logistically challenging art forms.

You’ll hear about her creative process, her obsession with modernising magic, the lessons she’s learned from both triumphs and flops, and how she uses visual storytelling, music, and audience connection to make illusions way more than “just tricks”.

This is an episode packed with laughter, surprising truths, and practical wisdom for performers, creatives, and anyone chasing big dreams… even when the path ahead is far from easy.

In this episode, we cover:

How Josephine became the world’s leading female illusionist (and why she laughs at the title)
Why modernising magic is vital for the art form’s survival
How 3 minutes on Britain’s Got Talent changed the trajectory of her entire career
The role music, visuals, and set design play in her creative process
Overcoming self-doubt and learning to trust your own voice on stage
How to connect with audiences beyond the “wow” moment of a trick
Life on cruise ships: cultural audience differences and the ultimate performance bootcamp
The hidden logistics (and costs) behind touring large-scale illusions
Surviving an onstage ACL injury - and finishing the run of shows
The best piece of advice she’s ever been given (and how it cured her perfectionism)
Lessons from working as a magician’s assistant and what it taught her about excellence
Why she believes in manifestation and the two-year cycle of her vision boards
And so much more

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