Brian Brushwood: E6 S1

In this episode of Art is Magic, we talk with the creator of Scam School / Scam Nation, The Modern Rogue, and a star of Nat Geo’s Hacking the System about engineering wonder on purpose, pacing, misdirection, storytelling, and building experiences people remember.

In this episode, I sit down with PigCake, a magician, creator, and unapologetically original voice in the magic community. PigCake has built a dedicated following on YouTube and Patreon. Throughout the episode, he shares his thoughts on presentation vs. method, exposure vs. education, and what it really takes to create something that stands out.

Today, we are talking to John Graham, an established magician and author. His publications include Encore, Stage by Stage, and the Examiner. John has many years of experience as a magician, and that's reflected in his work. Today, we will discuss topics like how to improve your show, burnout in magic, and his journey along the way.

Today's guest is Dorothy Dietrich, a renowned magician often referred to as the female Houdini. We will delve into her fascinating journey in the world of magic, from her humble beginnings to her bold move to New York, where she strived to establish herself as a magician in a predominantly male field. Join us as we get a behind-the-scenes look at her awe-inspiring upside-down straight jacket escape and the bullet catch. We'll also peel back the curtain on the intriguing world of psychic mediums, and their deceptive practices. And, of course, we'll explore intriguing facts about the legendary Houdini himself, delving into the captivating history that surrounds his name.

Today's guest is S. Patrick, a magician, bizarre performer, and Air Force veteran. In this episode, we will be talking about how S. Patrick got started in magic, his experience as a magician in the military, how to structure a show, what makes a good story, and the ethics of lying as a performer.

In our first episode, we're talking to Damian the Magician. Here, we will discuss important topics such as building a show, ideas on theory and ethics, and the personal back story of how Damian became a magician. Damian has been performing his entire life, and it shows through his ideas and thoughts on magic; he also discusses his opinions on the industry and how to make your magic reach a new level with your audience.