Magicians Talking Magic
170 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsMagicians Talking Magic Podcast is a weekly magician podcast featuring tips, tricks, business advice, interviews, performance tips & much more!
Hosted by Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed.
https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast
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#62 - Creating Your Virtual EPK
July 24, 2020 10:12 - 54 minutes - 49.4 MBToday on Magicians Talking Magic Podcast we are chatting about the things you give a future client who is asking for more information about you, your magic shows and your virtual services. Show Links & Downloads: https://bit.ly/2OSNxhn We both begin preparing to create our own virtual EPK content and we bring you along on with us. Understand the decisions behind questions like: What's are the most important parts of your Virtual Magic Show EPK What ONE thing you must add (now more t...
#61 - Fenyx Fyre “Innovator of Insanity”
July 22, 2020 16:28 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBToday we are listening in on a conversation with Canadian danger artist, Fenyx Fyre. Graeme Reed recently connected with Christopher Campbell (Fenyx Fyre) to talk about danger art, creativity and mental health. https://bit.ly/3jsv21r Known as the “Innovator of Insanity” Chris combines classic danger art with modern-day presentation and technology. In this episode, Chris shares some of his original ideas on classic sideshow stunts. A lot of us often ask why someone might do these dangero...
#60 - Ten Things We Learned after ONE YEAR of Podcasting!
July 17, 2020 16:32 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBHooray!!! Today on Magicians Talking Magic we celebrate one year in podcasting! What are the biggest key takeaways from the last three-hundred and sixty-five days? Show Links: https://bit.ly/30hzDL6 Host Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss ten things they learned after a full year and sixty episodes of Magicians Talking Magic Podcast! PLUS their favourite episodes, unexpected surprises and their three biggest fails. If you are creating any type of content and you are a magician who ...
#59 - A conversation with Jeff & Tessa Evason! World-Renowned Mentalist Duo
July 14, 2020 11:42 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBToday, we're sitting in on a conversation with the world-renowned mentalist duo, The Evasons. Graeme Reed recently connected with Jeff and Tessa Evason to talk about Black Lives Matter, mentalism, the new virtual performance landscape, and mentorship. The Evasons have one of the most unique journeys in the world of magic. In this episode, Jeff and Tessa talk about racism and their personal experiences working, travelling and living as an interracial couple. Jeff and Tessa also ta...
#58 - How to Book More Virtual Magic Shows
July 10, 2020 20:34 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBA step-by-step guide to starting from scratch and two unique approaches to booking more shows and growing your virtual magician business. You know the hardest part is taking the first step and in this episode, we want to help provide two unique approaches to get you started the right way. We share practical ways magicians can act right now to build their confidence and start moving towards earning revenue from virtual shows. Listen now and get the downloads here: https://bit.ly/2AL82...
#57 - Matt Disero, Comedy Magician “Coronavirus killed the Podium”
July 08, 2020 13:25 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBToday we chat with Canadian comedy magician, Matt Disero about comedy magic, working new material, and his last show before coronavirus and impacts. “Cruise ships alone are the world’s largest employer of stand-up comedians.” Matt talks about hitting his stride just before the coronavirus hit, “I feel like I’m doing the best work of my career” and performing for Marvin Roy. https://bit.ly/2VTyhVC Matt also shares what magic prop you shouldn’t use a pickle. All this and more on ep...
#56 - The two biggest hurdles magicians must overcome now to dominate their local virtual events market (both marketing and performance)
July 04, 2020 17:16 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBToday on Magicians Talking Magic Podcast we are discussing the two biggest hurdles magicians must overcome in a shift to earning income from virtual magic performances. (Episode page https://bit.ly/38l8sTj) One of the business challenges we’ve always faced as magicians is educating our clients about what we offer. In the new era of livestreaming and virtual events, it’s an even bigger mystery. It’s our jobs now more than ever to teach others how to hire us. Since ideas are developing s...
#55 - Mario the Maker Magician: Creating virtual sparks!
June 30, 2020 14:49 - 16.2 MBToday we’re chatting with one of the most creative magicians on the planet! Mario the Maker Magician is on this episode of Magicians Talking Magic! Host Graeme Reed and Mario the Maker Magician discuss performing online and how to rock the new virtual space. Mario demonstrates with his DIY robotic and recycled creations that your imagination, branding and owning your niche is key to success in the magic industry! These are all the things we preach here at Magician Masterclass! This ...
#54 - Virtual Magic Tricks: List of Over 30 Virtual-Friendly Magic Tricks You ALREADY OWN or Know
June 26, 2020 12:06 - 61.6 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about 30 magic tricks that you can easily add to your virtual show. Don’t have a virtual show yet? This is a great episode to start! From openers, visual masterpieces and closers, they discuss a list of magic tricks you might already know, or own: Show Links Download PDF List of 30+ Virtual Magic Tricks Tannen’s Magic Camp Need a new opener? Subscribe to Magicians Talking Magic Podcast
#53 - Josh Janousky Magician, Animator "Creating Visual Magic"
June 23, 2020 09:00 - 27 MBJosh Janousky is not only is a creator, animator, and a team lead, he is an awesome magician. In this episode, he shares a ton of amazing tips from virtual magic to an essential guide Tik Tok guide for magicians! Let's chat with Josh Janousky! Subscribe to Magicians Talking Magic Podcast https://MagicianMasterclass.com/podcast
#52 - Virtual Shows! How Entertainers Survive & 10 Things We Didn’t Expect!
June 19, 2020 12:44 - 63.5 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graemazing bring you up-to-speed on how magicians can create more interactive and engaging virtual events plus how to effectively use livestreaming to earn money and survive in 2020. This is the final of our five-part series Reinventing Yourself in 2020. Listen Now https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast
#51 - (Interview) Magician Joel Meyers
June 17, 2020 11:22 - 25.9 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce chats with magician Joel Meyers. They discuss virtual shows, tips and advice, losing gigs during COVID, the best advice Joel’s ever received, the strangest place he’s ever performed magic and much more! https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast
#50 - Why entertainers need to up their graphics game
June 12, 2020 09:00 - 46.9 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss how to achieve better promotional and marketing designs. They share six essential design tips, how to start each page, how many fonts you should choose and more. This is part four of “Reinventing Yourself in 2020.” Listen Now!
#49 - (Interview) Chris Pilsworth "Creating Magic"
June 09, 2020 10:40 - 59.7 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce chats with magician, creator and magic consultant, Chris Pilsworth. Chris has an incredible background performing magic-- theatre tours to busking! He shares so much insight for magicians our interview is triple the normal length! It’s worth every minute. Enjoy!
#48 - Landing Pages: The most important page on your website
June 05, 2020 10:29 - 41.3 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss the most important part of your website, your landing page! We discuss the essentials you need for a magician’s most powerful online sales tool, the landing page. Listen Now! This is part three of “Reinventing Yourself in 2020.” https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast
#47 - (Interview) Ryan Kane, Magician & Author, "Out of Stock: A Magician’s Guide to Writing Your Own Lines"
June 02, 2020 15:20 - 23.5 MBOn this episode, I chat with magician Ryan Kane who is the author of the new book “Out of Stock: A Magician’s Guide to Writing Your Own Lines” We talk about scripting magic performances and adding punchlines in your show, Ryan Kane shares his writing process, and tips on capturing your original ideas! Plus he shares insight on testing new material, a much better use for your video camera, and more! Listen Now Watch Here: https://magicianmasterclass.com/inner (Join for Free)
#46 - We CREEPED 16 Magician Websites! Here’s what we discovered...
May 29, 2020 12:01 - 46.7 MBHosts Ryan Joyce & Graeme Reed CREEPED 16 MAGICIAN WEBSITES! In this episode, they share their key takeaways, expectations vs reality and overall impressions! https://magicianmasterclass.com/podcast
#45 - 6 Stay Home Productivity Tips for Magicians | Reinvent Yourself Part I
May 22, 2020 16:00 - 37.6 MBRyan and Graeme share tips, tricks & advice for magicians being more productive at home and get the most out of your day. 6 Stay Home Productivity Tips.
#44 - Beginning a Five-Part "Reinventing Yourself in 2020" Series
May 15, 2020 20:24 - 44.8 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share the latest magic news, magician Roy Horn passes, 100 magicians in one video, Magic for Humans season 3 is OUT NOW and our feature topic and “Reinventing Yourself in 2020” We start a new five-part series for magicians On this Episode of Magicians Talking Magic: Roy Horn RIP Justin Willman’s Magic for Humans 3 is OUT NOW on Netflix. 100 magicians in one video Upcoming Virtual Magic Meeting Reinventing Yourself in 2020. Upcomin...
#43 - MAGICIAN FLASHBACK: Ten Influential Moments from the Golden-Age of Magic
May 07, 2020 20:05 - 52 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed ask each other ten questions spanning the past twenty years in magic. TEN QUESTIONS about their magic interests THEN AND NOW, influences, books, videos, and flashbacks to the golden era of magic. This Week’s Featured Topic: MAGICIAN-FLASHBACK: Ten Influential Moments from the Golden-Age of Magic 1) Favorite television magic special growing up and now 2) Favorite magic book growing up and now 3) Instructional magic video: most me...
#42 - Comedy Writing & Tips for Better Jokes
May 01, 2020 22:41 - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share the latest magic news, including information about Justin Wilmans’ Magic for Humans next season on Netflix and we’ll confirm or deny Now You See Me 3 rumours and we talk comedy and comedy writing with Michael Paul. On this Episode Vanish Magazine is out! Norm Neilson Passes Roy Horn has contracted COVID-19 Justin Wilman Magic for Humans Season Three?? Is it possible Now You See Me 3 is in the works? Plus: Michael Paul talks a...
#41 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part VI: "Social Media: YouTube & TiK Tok”
April 24, 2020 20:42 - 55.2 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about the scary side of social media - YouTube and Tik Tok! Now is the best time to put together a YouTube and TikTok gameplan. This week we have feature guests Josh Janousy and Wes Barker to share their insights! 5 Reasons to get on YouTube 6 Magic Related YouTube Channel Ideas YouTube Setup Essentials Wes Barker's thoughts on YouTube Everything we know about Tik Tok Josh Janousky shares Tik Tok secrets and more! https://magicia...
#40 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part V: "Scripting, Research & Developing A Show”
April 17, 2020 13:43 - 56.1 MBWe are in the final phases of the Stay Home Coronavirus Series. In this episode, we get magically creative. We discuss scripting, researching and developing your show. Are you where you want it to be with your show? Does it represent you? Developing a show! We cover concept, character, story and magic. How essential is production? We share our thoughts on Sound, lighting, cameras, and projection) Research is key! Here's how we do it. Practice, Practice, Practice. PLUS: Discussions...
#39 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part IV: "Side Hustle! Ideas in the Era of Livestreaming”
April 10, 2020 19:54 - 51.5 MBEp39 - Part IV: “Side Hustle! Ideas in the Era of Livestreaming” Coronavirus Stay Home Episode 39 and Part Four of Magicians Talking Magic Coronavirus Stay Home we share tips and ideas for discovering your virtual side hustle and how to run a basic livestream. Hosted by Ryan Joyce & Graeme Reed https://magicianmasterclass.com/post/ep-39
#38 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part III: “Essential Website Checklist 2020”
April 03, 2020 21:41 - 56.2 MBEpisode 38 and Part Two of Magicians Talking Magic Coronavirus Stay Home shares an essential website checklist for 2020 #StayHome #Magician #MagiciansTalkingMagic Livestreaming Events Pizza Party Behind the Scenes Tiger King reactions from Kyle & Mistie, Nick Lewin and Greg Frewin Tim Ellis Insoluble Magician’s Essential Website Checklist Hosted by Ryan Joyce & Graeme Reed https://magicianmasterclass.com/post/ep-38
#37 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part II: “Guide to Content Creation”
March 27, 2020 22:47 - 44.1 MBEpisode 37 and Part Two of Magicians Talking Magic Coronavirus Stay Home shares a content creation process for magicians #StayHome #Magician #MagiciansTalkingMagic On This Episode Our Livestreaming David Blaine Special on ABC Vanish Magazine Greg Frewin Live Stream “Guide to Content Creation” pt 2 Coronavirus Stay Home Plus: Weekly Magic Headlines Magic Reddit Topic of the Week Magic Video of the Week Hosted by Ryan Joyce & Graeme Reed https://magicianmasterclass.com/post/e...
#36 - Coronavirus Stay Home Part I: “Why Magicians Must Write More”
March 20, 2020 21:44 - 47.6 MBEpisode 36 and Part One of Magicians Talking Magic Coronavirus Stay Home and Better Yourself and Your Magician Business answers the question “Why Magicians Must Write More” Hosted by Ryan Joyce & Graeme Reed https://magicianmasterclass.com/post/ep-36 #StayHome #Magician #MagiciansTalkingMagic
ANNOUNCING: Livestream Mon March 16 at 730pm EST
March 15, 2020 02:22 - 1.81 MBA special livestream discussing coronavirus impacts, updates and conversations with special guests FISM 2020 Organizer, Renee-Claude Auclair, Joan Caesar, Greg Frewin, Matt Johnson and Michael Paul LIVESTREAM: Monday March 16, 2020 at 7:30pm EST https://magicianmasterclass.com/live
#35 - Magicians Coronavirus Impact
March 13, 2020 10:30 - 51.4 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about Coronavirus worries for magicians and live events, latest news, headlines and more. Full Show Notes: https://magicianmasterclass.com/post/ep-35 Magicians Talking Magic Podcast | Episode 35 On This Episode Coronavirus Salute to Magic Junk Drawer It’s award season in Magic! Arts and Craft fun from Reddit Todays Topic - Coronavirus Magicians What you should do to prepare for coronavirus Full Show Notes: https://magicianmas...
#34 - How to Structure a 15-minute magic/mentalism set
March 06, 2020 11:30 - 56.8 MB#34 - How to Structure a 15-minute magic/mentalism set In this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about Richard Turner on Tim Ferriss, Oldest Magic Shop in the USA & How to Structure a Fifteen-minute magic/mentalism set. Magicians Talking Magic | Episode 34 On This Episode Richard Turner on Tim Ferriss Trick: Unplugged (link) The Oldest Magic Shop in the USA (link) How to Structure a 15-minute set And more! Video Clip of Week (Reveal) Blast Off - P & T https://www.you...
#33 - Is your Magic Business Ready for 2020?
February 28, 2020 10:26 - 62.3 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about Coronavirus worries, Cartamundi’s House of Cardistry & the most important things you should be doing to book more shows and gigs. On This Episode Coronavirus worries for travelling magicians & public events Inside Cartamundi's EPIC House of Cardistry & Magic Event. Steve Cohen’s chamber magic celebrates 20 years (link) Beer Bag! - Graeme Releases a new magic trick on Penguin And more! Last Week to answer these 5 magic questio...
#32 - The 3 Magic Books That Changed Us
February 21, 2020 12:07 - 50.8 MB3 Books That Changed Us In this episode Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about Art of Magic Exhibit, Forbes Houdini Article, AGT & 3 Magic Books That Changed our Careers. Take the survey → https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DBYXHXQ Video Clip of Week: Greg Frewin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHb0vxd4G-Y Magic Headlines *New AGO exhibit: *illusions: The Art of Magic*, takes visitors back to the golden age of magic, when the likes of Harry Houdini and The Incomparable Albini were co...
#31 - What's the best trick you've learned for free on YouTube & Magician Struggles
February 14, 2020 11:36 - 45.6 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share the latest magic news, and ask the question What's the best trick you've learned for free on YouTube and share our Instagram follower's biggest struggles. All this and more on episode 31 of Magicians Talking Magic Podcast Magic Headlines ------ But a complicated magic trick which could have left a man in hospital, quickly descended into horror when the illusion went wrong, leaving Simon 'shaken'. "Simon Cowell had to halt filmin...
#30 - Eight Social Media Mistakes to Avoid
February 07, 2020 18:38 - 64.1 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss all the latest magic news and dive deep on 8 mistakes magicians should avoid in social media. News: Roy Walton Steven Brundage, Dynamo, AGT Champions, Dania Diaz, Marc Spelmann. Magic Clip of the Week: Shawn Farquhar On this episode: Magic Headlines ------ TOP STORY: Roy Walton -reported by Glasgow Live https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/glasgow-news/much-loved-owner-tam-shepherds-17689489?fbclid=IwAR3eYr2oC-scoJoSpitvGpL6YoM9_a...
#29 - SAM Convention highlights from Joan Caesar, Richard Turner, Chris Ramsay in the news
January 31, 2020 11:15 - 36.7 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed get S.A.M. Las Vegas Convention Updates from Joan Caesar, Richard Turner on NBC First Look, Chris Ramsay in the news, Matt Johnson and more. Visit the episode page here: https://magic-masterclass.com/post/ep29-joan-caesar Show Notes Magic Headlines ------------- **Vanish Magazine is out!** * **Chris Ramsey:** Realscreen is reporting: Tony DiSanto‘s DIGA Studios, has partnered with magician and YouTuber Chris Ramsay to develop unscripte...
#28 - David Copperfield on the moon & Jeff Goldblum's rope trick
January 24, 2020 13:21 - 52.1 MBIn this episode Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about David Copperfield on the moon, Jeff Goldblum performs a rope trick, Magic for Humans 3!!!! And are danger acts magic? Here are the notes and videos from Episode 28 of Magicians Talking Magic Podcast Show Notes David Copperfield's magic trick secrets on the moon after Israel's failed Beresheet space launch "Those tricks, which hadn’t been released on Earth, are now lost to space." https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/...
#27 - SPECIAL EDITION! AGT Championship Episode
January 21, 2020 11:30 - 37.8 MBIn this special edition of Magicians Talking Magic, hosts, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss five AGT Championship magicians-- the good the bad and the realllllly ugly.
#26 - Chewbacca's Unwritten Rules of Magic
January 17, 2020 11:50 - 43.8 MBIn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed talk about Magic Gone Wrong Reviews, Penn on Tim Ferriss Podcast, Vanish Magazine Special Edition is out. We have a special edition coming out too! Shin Lim and Colin Cloud Reddit reviews (and controversy.) What is ethical? The unwritten rules of magic, plus Magic Review of the Week: Star Wars Theory11 deck. All this and more.
#25 - Social Media Planning for Magicians & Free Download
January 10, 2020 11:30 - 54 MBOn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share the latest magic news, social media scheduling and Graeme's free download. Other topics: Setting the stage! A birthday party show in a comedy club. Removing tricks from your show and going longer? Can you see the light!!! Spotlights! Birthday Shows! Magic in your socks! Comedy Club Flashback Video of the Week: David Blaine on Jimmy Fallon Hulu & YouTube: Amazing Jonathan Magic Documentaries Vanish Magazine is out!! Our ...
#24 - Developing a show and Performer Fatigue
January 03, 2020 13:43 - 53.8 MBIt's season two of Magicians Talking Magic! In this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss how to create a new show, where to begin, performer fatigue and openers. Plus the latest magic news, magic review and Reddit topic of the week!
#23 - A Year in Review
December 29, 2019 13:41 - 78 MBIn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed review their top magic moments of the year, discuss magic trends and make predictions for the new year!
Holiday Wrap-up & Chocolate Covered Seat-Covers
December 20, 2019 11:49 - 46 MBOn episode 22 of Magicians Talking Magic, our hosts, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed discuss latest magic news, Teller recovering from more surgery, Tik Tok Magicians, and favourite magician podcasts
Holiday Craze & Levitating Pyramids
December 13, 2019 11:30 - 53.4 MBIn this episode hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share stories from recent Christmas parties and holiday shows, Graeme has a Dirty Dancing moment, Ryan loses power, Floating Pyramids, Canada's Magic, FISM NACM 2020, the latest magic news and more.
Are You Wearing Your Competition Pants!?
December 06, 2019 11:14 - 52.2 MBHosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed are in a festive mood for episode 20 of Magician's Talking Magic. In this episode, Merry Fool Us, Netflix Magic for Human 2 is out and the world of competitive magic!
Breaking The Ice with Magic
November 29, 2019 11:30 - 53.2 MBOn episode 19, Ryan Joyce returns with stories from the Caribbean and Colombia, Graeme shares a unique Review, and how to break the ice.
Instagram and general business ideas for magicians
November 22, 2019 11:30 - 82.7 MBOn episode 18, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed (aka Graemazing) share the latest magic news, cruise ship stories, Graeme's Magic Trick Review, an Instagram challenge and general business tips for magicians.
How you should update your website for 2020
November 15, 2019 11:30 - 54.4 MBOn episode 17 hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed (aka Graemazing) talk about Magic News, FISM North America, Graeme's Magic Trick Review and updating your website.
Tips for Performing Magic on Television
November 11, 2019 12:20 - 43.8 MBOn this episode, hosts Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed (aka Graemazing) talk about Darren Brown's recent Slam Down experience, Carisa Hendrix Penguin Lecture Review, and tips for performing magic on television.
OWOW Magic Festival
November 02, 2019 12:32 - 52.5 MBOn this episode, Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed share their experiences at the first annual OWOW Magic Festival in Fergus, Ontario.
Make Your Magic Spooky
October 18, 2019 23:53 - 80 MBHalloween is in the air and David Copperfield is all over the YouTubes. In episode fourteen we talk making your magic spooky, vintage magic, Copperfield specials and more. Topics Covered: Eugene Burger, Halloween, Costume Magic Shows, Justin Flom, Paul Daniels, Tony Hassani, World's Greatest Magic, David Copperfield