135 - Tired of performing the same show or tricks over and over? Tired of the grind of life on the road? These simple seven tips may hep you avoid boredom and prevent burnout.

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The Professional Magician: Recent Episodes

Cris Johnson

135 - Tired of performing the same show or tricks over and over? Tired of the grind of life on the road? These simple seven tips may hep you avoid boredom and prevent burnout.

134 - Want to get into school assemblies? This interview with John Abrams is packed with amazing information about marketing, constructing your show, and living the life of a school assembly performer. You'll learn a LOT in this episode!

133 - It's often said an actor playing a magician would make a better magician. That's so true with my guest this week, Joseph Daniels. With acting experience and decades of performing under his belt, he's sensational at bringing the MAGIC into magic. You'll learn a ton of great insights.

132 - Want to create a new show? Crafting a new show the right way is more than just tossing a bunch of your favorite effects into a case and running off to the show. There are several things to remember to make your new show the best it can be.

131 - Want to know how to become so great at magic that your performances appear effortless? That's the topic in this week's episode of the Professional Magician podcast.

130 - John Reid is one busy guy! John performs shows, runs several businesses, and sets world records (seriously!). Find out some of John's keys to success in this fun and insightful look into a busy professional's life.

129 - Ever wanted to create yuor own public parlor show? My guest this week, Scotyt Humstoin, offers an entire training devoted to this very topic. If you've ever wanted to host an ongoing show in one location, now is your oportunity to learn about it.

128 - What if magic could save lives? It CAN and it's happening now. Join me as I interview Fool Us Winner Chris Rose and other members of the Magicians on Mission cause to help our United States overseas troops. It's amazing and inspiring.

127 - WOW. That's the reaction I had after my interview Phil Ackerly. He's funny, creative, and a deep thinker about his magic. He's also big on personalization. You'll be amazed and delighted with everything Phil shares in this 80minutes+ interview!

126 - After a three-week absence, the Professional Podcast is back! In this episode, I examine the keys to fostering 'Show Health,' that wonderful "in case of emergency break glass" ability most professional performers need to use at one point.

122 - Do you enjoy comedy magic? If so, John Ferentino is definitely someone to listen to. Often called the 'Godfather of Comedy Magic,' John's career spans decades and took him across the world. This interview is filled with wild stories, funny anecdotes, and more.

117 - This week's episode features my interview with the legend JEFF MCBRIDE.

115 - Have you ever been curious about street performing? My guest Scot Nery is a pro at it! And he's also worked with some of the biggest names in show business. He's more than a consultant or a coach...so much more. You'll learn a lot in this episode!

114 - Do you attend magic conventions? They are a great way to learn and connect with other magicians. But there are a few things you can do that will easily enhance your enjoyment of the next convention you attend.

112 - Are you making enough money in your magic career? Many who aren't think the answer is simply more shows. While that is one option, let me introduce you to a few other ways of increasing your income...

109 - If you're new to performing, you may think traveling to a gig is no big deal, right? But there is a lot more you need to consider if you're going to travel any distance to gigs regularly. Check these tips out and make life on the road easier and less stressful!

107 - Crafting a specific show to fit a certain audience, niche, or situation is one of the best ways to serve your clients and your audiences. In this episode, I detail how I created a show for both a specific audience and specific performing situation.

106 - It's part two of my amazing interview with Chipper Lowell! Want to become a better performer? Listen to Chipper. Want to become a kinder performer, one who listens to their audiences, listen to Chipper. I am such a fan of Chipper and you will be too after hearing what he has to say.

101 - WOW! If you want to 'dig deep' into the nuts and bolts of what makes truly great magic, you'll love my interview with David Parr. We went about 90 minutes and could have gone on for much longer. This is truly a great interview! Learn from one of magic's great thinkers.

098 - What do you love about magic? This amazing art form offers so much! In this episode, I reveal what I love most about magic. See if you agree or disagree by listening!

096 - Want to know what burns me up about magic Lots of things! In this episode, I rant about the things I hate most about our craft. Agree with me? Disagree? Find out by listening!

095 - How to be happy! Yup, that's just one of the surprising topics Michael Ross covers in part four of his routine to The Professional Magician podcast! As always, Michael is a 'deep thinker' who brings his A-game to the show!

094 - To perform magic convincingly, you need to 'sell' what you're doing. You need to act! In this third part of Michael Ross's return to the podcast, he covers some simple yet effective acting tips.

093 - Want to become a more dynamic, effective stage performer? Listen to this guy! In the second installment of this four-part series, Michael Ross shares effective stage performing tips and strategies.

090 - Ever have a bad show? If you're a full-time pro, you probably have at some point. The real question is what you can do to recover from it. In this episode, I reveal simple techniques for shaking off the bad vibes and feelings we all get from those less-than-awesome shows.

088 - This episode was inspired by my wife. She introduced me to the phrase used as the episode's title. It's a discussion about fees, why you shouldn't set your fees based on your own perspective, and some simple advice to raising your fees I got from my copywriting mentor.

086 - Did you attend Kidabra? If not, you really missed out! In this week's episode, I walk you through my experiences at Kidabra, along with my thoughts on some of the brilliant performers there. If you have any interest in kids show performing, you'll want to attend next year. I know I do!

081 - In this week's episode, discover why a teacher at a recent gig told me I was NEVER coming back to their school...and why this was a good thing! How's that for a teaser?

080 - I wanted to tackle a lighter topic for this week's episode, so this is an all-review episode. Do you like Rubik's Cube magic? If so, you're going to love this episode! I review a whopping SIX cube effects! Each has embedded links to tyake you right to the product pages, too.

041 - Wouldn't it be nice to hop in your Delorean and go back in time? Are there things you wish you could tell your younger self? Running a magic business is just that - a business. Many of us (myself included) have made a ton of mistakes over the years running our business.

022 - Post-Prom and Grad Parties are amazing and fun shows. And because they are held late at night, you can work these shows around your performing schedule. After performing post-p[prom shows since 2005, I've distilled these shows down to 18 important tips for success.

017 - In this solo episode, I outline 5 lessons in magic from the old 80's TV show "Knight Rider." In case you're not familiar with it, the show featured a pre-Baywatch David Hasselhoff as a crime fighter partnered with a high-tech talking car.

016 - If you're looking to book more shows, you need to learn 21st century marketing techniques. My guest this week is Ziv Raviv and he understands modern digital marketing more than just about any other magician I've met!

015 - Want to tap into a market most magicians avoid? Middle schools are a great opportunity to make good money without nearly as much competition as elementary school assemblies. In this episode I outline what I feel are 31 keys to success in this demanding but potentially lucrative market.

014 - Magicians are known for using live animals in their shows - from rabbits to doves, animals can help enhance an act. But how do you add animals to your show? How do you care for them? And what can go wrong?

012 - in the final part of my exclusive Jim Kleefeld series, Jim and I continue our overview of several markets in magic, how to run a successful magic business, and much more. If you are new to the idea of performing magic professionally, Jim's advice will serve as the perfect introduction.

011 - 50 years of experience. Wow! I've been a professional magician since 1999 but that's not even half the amount of time Jim Kleefeld has been performing. It truly is an honor to have someone with that depth of knowledge on my very young podcast.

010 – Jim Kleefeld has been a successful professional magician for 50 years for two reasons. First, he’s incredibly creative. His books, DVDs, and props demonstrate just how much originality he brings to the table.

009 - The library market is a wonderful market for full-time magicians. If you treat your clients with professionalism, they can be some of the most loyal clients you'll ever have. I have had the same clients for years and some of my fellow performers visit the same libraries for decades!

008 -0 Your volunteers are not tables! In this fun intefview with Annie Banannie, we dive into working with volunteers. While Annie is (like me) a devoted kids show specialist, her advice can be applied to any age show.

007 - Daycares are one of the easiest markets to enter when you are are starting out doing professional magic shows. That's not to say these shows are easy! There are a lot of important details that make this market a challenge for the new magician.

005 - Want THE most effective way to charge more money for your shows? Creating themed shows is a proven way to boost the perceived value of your shows. And in many markets you HAVE to have theme shows if you want consistent, long-term success!

006 - Email marketing is the most effective online marketing tool, period! Even with the reach of social media, email STILL delivers the highest ROI. Master it and grow your business.

001 - Are you an magician looking to go pro? Or are you a professional magician already, looking to "level up?" Maybe you're already a professional magician and want to go full-time!