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Vanishing Inc.
Mentalism
Coin Magic
Wayne Dobson
Magic Tricks
Dan Harlan
Aaron Fisher
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Ed Marlo
Comedy
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Las Vegas
Magic Publishing
Rubber Band Magic
Casino Cheating
Blackjack
Enigma
The Paper Engine
Teaching In Magic

Vanishing Inc. is proud to share with you our magic podcast, The Insider. Interviews with the finest magicians in the world.

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In this episode, Lloyd Barnes shares his unique journey in the world of magic, from his early influences and the challenges he faced in the industry to his creative philosophy and experiences at Ellusionist and ... more

In this episode of The Insider, host Damian interviews Taylor Hughes, who shares his unique journey from being a youth minister to a full-time magician.

They discuss the importance of storytelling in magic, the role of family in navigating career c... more

In this episode, magician Alexander Hermann shares his journey into magic, discussing his early inspirations, the balance between technical skill and performance, and the importance of collaboration in the magic community. He emphasizes the significa... more

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Our cofounder and Marlo scholar, Andi Gladwin joins me this week to talk all things Marlo as a celebration of our most ambitious project ever. Marlo's Magazines is a huge, six-volume box set of the legendary books.

There are only 100 of the deluxe ... more

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Recent Guests

Taylor Hughes
Magician, storyteller, and author
Episode: Taylor Hughes
Nick Mohammed
An actor, comedian, and magician, known for his role as Nathan Shelley in Ted Lasso.
Episode: Nick Mohammad
Walter Rolfo
President, organizer, and artistic director of the World Championship of Magic.
Masters of Magic, FISM
Episode: Walter Rolfo
Ben Seidman
Innovative magician and consultant known for his work in film and stage magic.
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Episode: Ben Seidman #2
Aaron Fisher
A card magic innovator, author of the seminal book 'The Paper Engine', and creator of influential card techniques.
Vanishing Inc.
Episode: Aaron Fisher
Derren Brown
A renowned mentalist and illusionist known for his unique approaches to magic and mentalism.
Self-employed performer
Episode: Derren Brown
John Guastaferro
Magician, musician, composer, philanthropist, and author
Episode: John Guastaferro Two (Audio Fixed)

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Damian
Host of The Insider

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Please continue to update new content s 🙏🙏

    It's a shame this great magic podcast has stopped updating. It would be great if we have this started again

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZSXMAGIC
    Australia2 years ago
  • Really good

    Funny, informative and a great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VOOOOOM!!!!!!!L!
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • succinctly magic talks

    This the one magic podcast that I back to permanently. All pros for me:

    diverse guest pool (but want more persons from stage magic scene),

    simple and comfortable sound design,

    and appropriate host who listens his guests more then talks with them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nejuta
    Russia4 years ago
  • Go Damian!

    The perfect length podcast, with the perfect host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mostscreens
    United States6 years ago
  • Wonderful

    This podcast is great fun and Vanishing Inc. manages to bring some heavy hitters to the table to share their thoughts. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ridgely!!!
    United States6 years ago

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Taylor Hughes
Q: How do you maintain wonder for your children who know your secrets?
He allows his kids to choose what they want to believe in and nurtures their affection for the theater and performance.
Taylor Hughes
Q: What piece of marriage advice would you give to entertainers?
Be present when you're home; share your experiences and stories to keep the family engaged.
Taylor Hughes
Q: How do you think your improv training specifically influenced your approach to your work?
Studying improv helped him become funnier and view unexpected moments during performances as gifts rather than interruptions.
Taylor Hughes
Q: What was the moment that you realized you wanted to do magic?
There was a significant moment when he recognized that the church environment he was in wasn't fulfilling his desire for entertainment, prompting him to pursue magic full time.
Andi Gladwin - Marlo Special
Q: How do you think he balanced technical innovation with practical performance?
Marlo wasn't primarily a performer but a creator, focusing on technical aspects without the same emphasis on performance.

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Focusing on the art and industry of magic, this podcast brings together insightful discussions with some of the most renowned magicians around the globe. Episodes often revolve around personal experiences, creative processes, and the challenges faced by performers in the realm of magic. The content reflects a diverse array of topics, from card techniques to mentalism, providing listeners a well-rounded exploration of magic's current landscape. Unique to this show is its commitment to sharing the stories and knowledge of prominent figures in the magic community, making it a compelling choice for both aspiring magicians and enthusiasts alike.

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The Insider launched 7 years ago and published 171 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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2. Nick Mohammed
3. Walter Rolfo
4. Ben Seidman
5. Aaron Fisher
6. Derren Brown
7. John Guastaferro

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