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Penguin Magic Podcast

Erik Tait
Magic
Penguin Magic
Magic Castle
FISM
Mentalism
Magic Live
Magic Tricks
International Brotherhood Of Magicians
Magic Competitions
Winter Carnival Of Magic
Las Vegas
Magic Community
Magifest
Creativity
The Hand & the Eye
Thanksgiving
Mystify Magic Convention
Chicago Magic Lounge
Comedy Magic
Penguin Magic Awards

The Penguin Magic Podcast is a weekly show bringing you interviews from the top names in magic and a behind the scenes look at the P3 Magic Studios. Tune in to get a heads up on all the latest goings on at PenguinMagic.com

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Erik Tait closes out the 7th season of The Penguin Magic Podcast with his second round of listener questions from Instagram. Topics include coming up with new routines, favorite ways of learning magic, moving from cose-up to stage, membership at The ... more

Erik Tait takes listener questions from Instagram while he is on his first international lecture tour in the UK. Topics include creating routines, getting into FISM, what sparked his interest in magic, and rediscovering your passion for magic.

Brent Gerris is the owner and proprietor of The Magic Apple, one of the most well-known and iconic brick-and-mortar magic shops in the United States. It's a lifeline to guest magicians at The Magic Castle and an unbelievable place to visit in Los Ang... more

Helder Guimarães is a world champion of card magic and one of the most innovative storytellers in magic today. He is bringing his new show, The Hope Theory, to an off-Broadway theater. In this episode, he shares the development of the new show and hi... more

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Recent Guests

Brent Gerris
Owner of The Magic Apple
The Magic Apple
Episode: Brent Gerris - The Magic Apple - S7E50
Helder Guimarães
World champion card magician and creator of The Hope Theory
The Hope Theory (Geffen Playhouse / off-Broadway)
Episode: Helder Guimarães - A World Champion Shares A Personal Journey - 7SE49
Giancarlo Bernini
Magician and mentalist, author of Real Magic Words
bernini magic/Real Magic Words
Episode: Giancarlo Bernini - The Man With Two Realities - S7E48
Kyle Purnell
Magician and educator turned full-time performer
Independent magician
Episode: Kyle Purnell - The Pathway to Creativity - S7E47
Mike Eaton
Pit shop veteran, restaurant magician, The Magician's Table performer
The Magician's Table, Penguin Magic
Episode: Mike Eaton - Doing Daring Magic - S7E45
Franco Pascali
Cardistry expert and mentalist
The Penguin Magic Podcast guest
Episode: Franco Pascali - Massive Contrast - S7E45
David Newell
Former Penguin Customer Service, resident magician at Hand in the Eye
Penguin Magic / Hand in the Eye
Episode: David Newell - Growing Up In Penguin and Working With Legends - S7E44
Johnny Clavo
Peruvian magician specializing in Plasticine magic
Penguin Magic Podcast guest
Episode: Johnny Clavo - Miracles From Clay - S&E41
Aaron Fisher
Magician and Conjurer's Community figure
Conjurer Community
Episode: Aaron Fisher - Thoughts On Handling Cards - S7E42

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • All Things Magic!

    I’ve been a regular listener for many years now. So many great interviews and interesting subjects are covered here on the Art of Magic. Erik is very well spoken and is knowledgeable on all things Magic. I look forward to every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Chezaday
    United States4 months ago
  • Should not be used for ranting

    I like this podcast in general but Erik Tait could do with being edited/moderated sometimes. Oversharing / emotional ranting should be kept to a minimum

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ratso rizzini
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Temporarily Unavailable

    Love the podcast but it hasn’t worked for months. Penguin please fix this

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Reg sim
    Sweden2 years ago
  • Less was more

    Erik Tait’s Penguin podcast has been a weekly highlight for the last five years. A thirty minute interview that didn’t ask the same old questions. A midpoint ad would often feature a product with a discount.

    Now it’s 75 to 90 minutes of shilling products and rambling conversations with Nick. Nick seems like a good guy but he never seems prepared. Maybe he thinks it’s cute?

    The few interviews that have been done since the change are still good but not as tight and engaging. In the last six month... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Magus2012
    United States3 years ago
  • Once great, now not so sure

    This has long been my favorite magician podcast. Focused, tight, and interesting. But the change to a longer format has me listening less often. I think Penguin needs to remember that “always leave them wanting more” is sage advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    gordonross
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise tight, well-researched interviews and deep dives into magic craft and industry.
Many enjoy the host's knowledgeable questioning and engaging delivery.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and provide practical, insider perspectives.
Some fans feel the format has shifted with longer episodes and more sponsors.

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Mandy Roth - The Most Powerful Woman In Magic - S7E40
Q: Can you talk a little bit about how Paper Crane started and some of the early projects you were involved in?
Mandy describes starting as a videographer, collaborating with Paul Harris and Dan House, and evolving from promo videos and trailers to more ambitious projects like the Tarbell trailers, the Paper Crane Cognate, and eventually Penguin Live.
Kyle Purnell - The Pathway to Creativity - S7E47
Q: What's your philosophy on prioritizing methods versus effects when creating new material?
Kyle explains that starting with a strong method can be more satisfying and durable, as it reduces duplication and allows for varied, compelling effects built around a solid core.
Kyle Purnell - The Pathway to Creativity - S7E47
Q: How has joining a mastermind group changed your approach to magic and business?
He credits accountability and peer learning, noting that being in a curated group of professionals helps him see beyond solo experimentation and adopt strategic business thinking.
Kyle Purnell - The Pathway to Creativity - S7E47
Q: What was that first day like when you woke up and you were a full-time magician?
Kyle describes it as unsettling yet affirming—not a dramatic shift, but a realization that he needed to buckle down and focus, leveraging his community and resources to make the transition sustainable.
Brent Gerris - The Magic Apple - S7E50
Q: What makes a brick-and-mortar shop successful in the age of online retailers?
The guest emphasizes knowledgeable staff, a welcoming space for demonstrations and lectures, and a strong sense of community that online stores can't replicate; he highlights the importance of a dedicated jam-table, consistent hours, and honest product curation that considers what will truly help customers learn and perform magic.

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What is Penguin Magic Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running interview series with top magicians, educators, and industry influencers, spanning topics from practical effects and prop development to performancecraft, ethics, and the business of magic. Episodes consistently center on backstage storytelling, product demos, and real-world applications for stage, restaurant, and corporate gigs, often featuring deep dives into venue ownership, creative processes, and the evolving magic retail ecosystem. Noteworthy is the mix of technical how-tos, historical context, and personal journeys, with guests ranging from fixture creators and shop owners to filmmakers and festival organizers, giving listeners actionable insights alongside behind-the-scenes anecdotes. The show frequently blends practi... more

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