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The Magic Word Podcast

Scott Wells
Magic
FISM
Magic Live
Las Vegas
Abbott's Get Together
Magic Community
Mentalism
Houdini
Magic Conventions
Magic Live!
Magic At the Beach
Trix Convention
Women In Magic
Harry Houdini
Society Of American Magicians
Magic Convention
Abbott's Magic Get Together
Turin
Seances
Magic Castle

Scott Wells is a full time professional magician who has traveled around the world where he has met, worked with and become friends with some pretty cool people. Enjoy listening to these podcasts with magicians talking about their magic, magic conventions and what's going on in the magic scene today.

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Mentalist, creator, BGT Finalist, and father, Marc Spelmann joins us this week for a delightful chat. Marc has developed and marketed (along with Peter Nardi of Alakazam Magic) many commercial tricks that are used in the repertoires of many professio... more

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The smell of the sea, the noise of the roller coaster, the sounds of laughter, the taste of a nickel hot dog, and the applause from the audiences watching magic shows in Coney Island around the turn of the 20th century. Those are some of the senses y... more

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Michael Finney was explicitly voted by his peers as one of the Top 10 Comedy Magicians in the World in the April 2008 edition of MAGIC magazine. You will get no argument from me on that account. Michael is funny and has spread joy and happiness world... more

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Say his name three times and he might appear! Or you can just send him and email to book him. :) He has a very different on-stage character from his off stage personality. I think Jordan Jonas is a perfect guest to feature for this “Month of Boo” bec... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Spelmann
Mentalist, Britain's Got Talent finalist, illusion designer and creator of Magician X
Alakazam Magic
Episode: 996: Marc Spelmann - X Marcs the Magician
Richard Cohn
Magician, magic historian and retired lighting gaffer
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Episode: 995: Richard Cohn - Coney Island Memories
Michael Finney
Comedy magician, comedian, philanthropist and creator of the Dry Heat Classic
Episode: 994: Michael Finney - Finney to the Bone
Jordan Jonas
Magician with a unique, Beetlejuice-inspired persona
Independent performer
Episode: 993: Jordan Jonas, Jordan Jonas, Jordan Jonas
Andreas Sebring
From Sweden, creator of metal engraving methods and psychic entertainment persona Turbani
Self-employed / Creator
Episode: 992: Andreas Sebring - You Are Getting Colder
John Cerbone
Full-time hypnotist known as The Trance Master; expert in comedy stage hypnosis and clinical hypnosis
Self-employed hypnotist
Episode: 991: John Cerbone - The Eternal Hypnotist
Tony Clark
Magician and guest on the episode
Magician
Episode: 990: Tony Clark - Magicians Using AI
Jack Hart
Art director for magicians and television
Various including Doug Henning, Blackstone Jr., Price is Right
Episode: 989: Jack Hart - Designing the Invisible
Christopher Hart
Actor and magician known for The Addams Family hand character and related performances
Independent artist / magician
Episode: 988: Christopher Hart - Give Him a Hand

Host

Scott Wells
Host of The Magic Word Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Great listening

    As a serious hobbyist it is fun to listen to the insight that is available from those who are willing to share. Scott does a great job of getting out into the community and sharing things from conventions. This will be invaluable moving forward as an archive of what was happening at the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiss_bop
    United States3 months ago
  • Scott does an amazing job, love this podcast!

    Podchaser
    5
    Jay Blackwell
    5 months ago
  • The Magic Word is … Awesome!

    I just downloaded a few episodes of The Magic Word podcast and I’m totally hooked! Not only do you hear the latest news from around the world, you hear from today’s top performers!

    Scott does a great job with his labor of love … and it does show. When he’s at a convention … you feel like you’re there with him! I just can’t get enough of this podcast … I look forward to each new episode! If you love magic … you’ll love The Magic Word podcast. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Chezaday
    United States7 months ago
  • Great interviews and insights from the inner circle

    I am an amateur/hobbyist of magic and have been looking for a good magic podcast to start listening to and after a few I came across Scott’s podcast. I quickly realized that I found my new favorite podcast. The people he interviews and his interview style was very interesting and informative. Hearing some great stories and Scott’s interview skills are top notch in my book!

    Thank you Scott and keep it up. I look forward to listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mailman T
    United States7 months ago
  • This is the best one to listen to

    As a part time professional magician ( still working the day job and haven’t taken the plunge yet) this is the best podcast there is. Scott talks with everyone! Professionals, amateurs, all kinds of people related to the magic industry and also many of the great magicians that we’ve grown up watching. One of the best parts about it, is the casual conversation format of the podcasts. The guests are relaxed and share and talk about their experiences and tell great stories about their careers and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drmolarmagic
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the ability to “feel like you're there” at conventions through on-site reporting.
Episodes are described as educational, entertaining, and a reliable resource for understanding both performance and industry trends.
Some listeners note occasional digressions but still find the content valuable for learning and inspiration.
The host's interview style is relaxed, insightful, and informative, with backstage access to the magic world.
Listeners praise the show for insightful interviews with top magicians and strong convention coverage.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

996: Marc Spelmann - X Marcs the Magician
Q: So going into Magician X, obviously that you had gone forward up to a certain point as Marc Spelmann, the mentalist, but the next time you came in saying, I'm going to reinvent myself completely.
Spelmann says disappointment after his first Britain's Got Talent run led him to create an anonymous character. He used a mask and a female voice to conceal his identity, then returned to the show as Magician X.
996: Marc Spelmann - X Marcs the Magician
Q: Were those things that you had done for touring illusionists, or were those for television shows that you were working on way back when?
Spelmann explains that he began magic as a child and became interested in illusion design after seeing Simon Drake's The Secret Cabaret. He sent Drake illustrated ideas, which led to a working relationship and opportunities to perform.
995: Richard Cohn - Coney Island Memories
Q: What did Al Flosso do, and how did he make his name?
Flosso worked in circuses, museums and Coney Island sideshows before settling into magic-shop ownership and continuing to perform for children, at hotels and on television. Comedian Milton Berle gave him the nickname the Coney Island Fakir.
995: Richard Cohn - Coney Island Memories
Q: Was Houdini in the circus and still doing his act, or was he still working with Bess or his brother in Coney Island?
Cohn says Houdini was still performing in dime museums and circuses with his brother Theo, also known as Hardeen, and later Bess took over as his assistant.
994: Michael Finney - Finney to the Bone
Q: What was it that caused you to have such a passion for that?
Finney says he felt veterans deserved support because they had sacrificed for others. His father and son served, and caring for his first magic teacher, Bob Shaw, showed him the difficulties veterans could face in accessing housing and medical care.

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1. Marc Spelmann
2. Richard Cohn
3. Michael Finney
4. Jordan Jonas
5. Andreas Sebring
6. John Cerbone
7. Tony Clark
8. Jack Hart

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