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Desert Island Tricks

Alakazam Magic
Magic
Mentalism
Card Magic
Bill Abbott
Magic Hideaway
Alakazam Unlimited
Magic Tricks
Impromptu Magic
Poker Face
Five Card Box
Champagne Bottle Routine
Bill In Lime
Predictions
Tiki Bar
TV Shows
Britain's Got Talent
Derren Brown
Creativity In Performance
BAFTA Award
Audience Engagement

Each week we invite one of the biggest guests in the world of magic to maroon themselves on a desert island. They are allowed to take with them 8 tricks, 1 book, 1 banishment and 1 non magic item that they use for magic! We discuss their 'can't live without' lists and why those items were chosen. Episodes are uploaded every Friday and are available via all Podcast service providers! To find out mo... more

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A locked gate marked 19½, a tiny office, and a stubborn 19‑year‑old knocking on every bar and hotel in Durham, this is how The Magic Corner began. We sit down with Tom Bolton to unpack how a 10–12 seat room became a destination venue, why careful lig... more

A great trick hits harder when the audience already cares. That’s the heartbeat of this conversation with creator and worker Jon Allen, where we unpack eight routines he’d take to a desert island and the principles that make them land: meaningful fra... more

What if the strongest magic in your set isn’t the flashiest or the fastest to reset, but the piece that shines where you actually perform. Coffee shops, classrooms, living rooms? We sit down with hobbyist magician and primary school teacher Elliott H... more

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Stranded for two years with a snooker table and a legendary list, Liam Montier finally gets a rescue and uses it to rethink everything. 

We revisit his original Desert Island picks and watch half of them evolve: Dynamic Coins gives way to Peter Kane... more

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Recent Guests

Elliott Hodges
A primary school teacher and hobbyist magician
Episode: Stranded with a Stranger: Elliott Hodges
Liam Montier
Magic creator and performer
Big Blind Media
Episode: SOS I Liam Montier
Beau Cremer
An incredible magician, creator, and performer who works for Murphy's.
Murphy's
Episode: Beau Cremer
R Paul Wilson
Writer and star of BBC shows The Real Hustle, Scammed, and The Takedown
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Episode: R Paul Wilson
Christopher Taylor
Inventor and creator of magic, known for innovative electronic mentalism.
Episode: Christopher Taylor
Nikolas Mavresis
Prolific creator and mentalist known for his innovative tricks
Episode: Nikolas Mavresis
Ben Hanlin
Magician best known for his television shows and innovative tricks
Episode: Ben Hanlin
Nikola Arkane
Magician, creator of FizzWizPop, and active magic blogger.
Episode: Nikola Arkane
Oliver Tabor
FISM European Champion and stage performer
West End Magic
Episode: Oliver Tabor

Hosts

Jamie Daws
Co-host and moderator of the podcast; deeply involved in the magic community and shares insights as a performer and organizer.
Jeremy
Co-host alongside Jamie, bringing varied perspectives from the magic world, emphasizing community and collaboration.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Always inspiring, inclusive and unpretentious

    The one magic podcast I never fail to miss these days as it’s always got a friendly tone, never excludes any type of magic or magical viewpoints and it’s always there without fail every week.

    There are some amazing well known magician guests on here and the shows are superb but I also equally and maybe even more love the ones where I don’t know the guest as well, or at all, or it’s the stranded with a stranger. Because there is nothing better than the excitement of hearing from someone new and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmjharding
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Seriously, how good is this!

    Brilliant concept for a magic podcast! Jamie does an amazing job at bringing these conversations to life. It’s an amazing format that opens your eyes to how vast and varied our community is. I’ve taken something from every episode, whether it’s an effect I hadn’t given thought to before, or a tid bit of performance advice. Keep them coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chardini
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • What a learning experience!

    I am enjoying this podcast so much. I am just a hobbyist and am learning so much about effects and how to routine them. I have added several to my wishlist and a couple of good books, too. Keep it coming! Thanks, Jamie and Alakazam.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNCerny42
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Magic Podcast!

    This is a really fantastic magic /mentalism podcast. The premise is fun and each guest brings a different perspective and vibe to the questions and format. I am really enjoying hearing about all the guests’ Desert Island Tricks. Their book selections are great, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Moran
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fascinating insight into people’s favourite tricks

    Started listening with little expectation, one episode in it’s probably my favourite Magic podcast, I’m quickly binging most of the episodes on long drives.

    And I’m currently compiling my list, which is a great thought exercise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Chard
    United Kingdoma year ago

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There's a general consensus on the show's ability to inspire and educate both hobbyists and professional magicians, making it a valuable resource.
Listeners appreciate the unique format that showcases personal stories and preferences from diverse guests in the magic community.
Some viewers have noted the occasional desire for more detailed descriptions of the tricks discussed, suggesting a potential area for improvement.
The host's engaging interview style is praised for drawing out interesting insights from guests, enhancing the listening experience.

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SOS I Liam Montier
Q: What show or performance would you want to watch?
Stuff the White Rabbit, showcasing magicians performing live without edits.
SOS I Liam Montier
Q: What would you like to banish?
Single trick downloads, as they limit access to learning magic.
SOS I Liam Montier
Q: What memory would you want to relive?
Working with Owen at Big Blind Media, it changed my life.
Luke Oseland
Q: How has your shift in performance styles and the shows you are doing altered this list?
Five years ago, I would have struggled to put together this list.
Luke Oseland
Q: What made you go for this over a normal deck?
A lot of the kids don't understand packs of cards, whereas a blank deck, it's either blank or it has writing on it.

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The episodes focus on the personal and professional insights of prominent figures in the magic community, as guests discuss their favorite magic tricks and share experiences that have shaped their artistic journey. Each episode revolves around the unique format where a guest curates a list of eight essential magic tricks, a book, a non-magic item, and a choice for banishment, fostering in-depth conversations around creativity, audience connection, and storytelling in their performances. This engaging format not only showcases the participants' individuality and expertise but also highlights the emotional impact of magic on both performers and their audiences, setting this series apart in the realm of magic-related content.

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Desert Island Tricks launched 2 years ago and published 129 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Desert Island Tricks include:

1. Elliott Hodges
2. Liam Montier
3. Beau Cremer
4. R Paul Wilson
5. Christopher Taylor
6. Nikolas Mavresis
7. Ben Hanlin
8. Nikola Arkane

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