Magic From Wherever I'm At: Recent Episodes
Dartagnan
The podcast for thinking magicians. Professional street magician Dartagnan regales with tales of people, places, and situations from the road as well as delving into the true nature of the performing art of Magic.
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The final installment of the podcast continues with the back-and-forth between myself and Eric Evans. Then, I lay out the case for the greatest Magician who ever lived.
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Medieval Dream by Frank Schröter
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Inspiring Noir Piano Waltz by MusicLFiles
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In Part 2 of the grand finale episode of the podcast, I shine the spotlight on a friend and mentor. Eric Evans is raising money to travel overseas this summer to perform for Ukrainian refugees in Poland (to help see the link below). Then I read from a debate Eric and I had concerning the famous quote that "A magician is an actor playing the part of a magician."
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Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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Medieval Dream by Frank Schröter
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Inspiring Noir Piano Waltz by MusicLFiles
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This episode concludes the series of podcasts focusing on the work and wisdom of magician Tommy Wonder.
You're not still doing tricks...are you?
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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This episode focuses on the skill most "magicians" neverseem to develop.
You're not still doing tricks...are you?
Cover art by Marko Manev
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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Today's episode returns to the classroom in The School of Wonder - and Tommy Wonder's thoughts on "The Sensitivity of the Audience."
In this episode, we hear from the "Master of Suspense," Alfred Hitchcock, and the delineation between mystery and suspense - which points up the chasm between trickery and Magic.
This episode delves into the Nassim Taleb book "Skin in the Game" and how its ideas inform magic and its practitioners.
Have you read "The Secret Gate: Unlock the Path to Real Magic."
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Music:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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This episode brings us back to the School of Wonder - digging into the work and wisdom of Tommy Wonder. This time I draw from Vol. II of The Books of Wonder - "Our Big Happy Family."
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Music:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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Today's episode continues my dive into a few excerpts from Seth Godin's book "The Practice: Shipping Creative Work."
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Music by:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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In this episode, I discuss a scam someone tried to pull on me recently and Seth Godin's book "The Practice: Shipping Creative Work."
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Music:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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The close to my conversation with NYC magician Ben Robinson concerning the magician as bartender and the future of magic.
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illusiongenius.com
Music by:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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A continuation of my conversation with NYC magician Ben Robinson as we dig into more ideas serious magicians care about.
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illusiongenius.com
Music:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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The third part of my conversation with NYC magician Ben Robinson concerning magic, mentorship, paying it forward, and the global pandemic.
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illusiongenius.com
Music by:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
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Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
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The continuation of my recent interview with NYC magician Ben Robinson on all matters magic, street performing, and the global pandemic.
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Music:
Moonlight Hall by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4077-moonlight-hall
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Epic Unease by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/3714-epic-unease
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
This is the first part of a new series made from an almost 4-hour interview with my friend, New York City magician Ben Robinson.
Today's episode features thoughts from Ricky Jay and a re-focus on deception not being the end goal of a magician... and what is.
The first podcast of 2021 talks about risk, putting yourself out there, and how that is connected to the responsibility you have as a performer which may be of a greater magnitude than you first imagined.
Get the answer to the oldest, most pernicious, and insoluble problem in the history of magic here.
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Music by:
"Moonlight Hall" Kevin Macleod (incompetech.filmmusic.io)
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"Epic Unease" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.filmmusic.io)
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Part 2 of my throwback Takeover Tuesday interview with my friend, Ben Robinson.
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THE SECRET GATE
Today's episode is another throwback to an earlier Takeover Tuesday podcast where I interviewed my friend, Ben Robinson. Part 1 of 2.
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THE SECRET GATE
This special edition of the podcast is a re-issue of an interview with author Luke Smitherd. I picked up a copy of his book "The Stone Man" back in 2014 and couldn't put it down. My friend Carlos and I had a marketing podcast at the time titled "Takeover Tuesday." So we interviewed Luke about his writing, the journey to indie success, and more...
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This podcast episode is the audio of the livestream launch of my new book "The Secret Gate" from Monday, November 10th, 2020. You can watch the livestream here >>> https://youtu.be/pQa0t8hSAks <<<
In this special episode, I read the preface to my new book on magic theory - "The Secret Gate"
In this special episode, a prelude to the release of my new book "The Secret Gate", I am interviewed by my friend Dr. Hemlock. It's the first 20-ish minutes of a 2.5-hour interview conducted for the release of the book.
The final chapter of my interview with Eileen McFalls, author of the memoir "No Ordinary Magic." noordinarymagic.com
The second installment of my interview with Eileen McFalls, author of "No Ordinary Magic." A memoir of her time traveling and performing with legendary street magician Jim Cellini.
Part 1 of a 3-part interview with the author of "No Ordinary Magic", Eileen McFalls. noordinarymagic.com
In this episode, we return to the classroom of the School Of Wonder in order to discuss the idea of silent performing.
I snuck in a 4th part of the wisdom of the late Eugene Burger. This episode contains an awesome piece of advice I often see grossly neglected.
This is part 3 of a 3-part series on the timeless wisdom of the late magician Eugene Burger.
In Part 2 of a 3-part series, this episode continues with more timeless advice from the late Eugene Burger.
Today's episode concerns two articles of advice imparted to performers by the celebrated magician David Devant.
Today's episode is a restatement of the core principles of the podcast, including another angle on "do the work." Also, an announcement which will impact the future of this podcast.
In this episode, I add up the ideas of recent podcasts. I discuss what these podcasts suggest in totality and the direct actions to take if you truly desire to create Magic and authentically claim the title of Magician.
The final episode exploring Steven Pressfield's book, "Nobody wants To Read Your Sh*t." Including ideas of "the most heinous crime" commonly committed with magic patter & the truth behind "overnight" success.
In this episode I dispense with even the usual introduction and instead dive right back into mining the gold from Steven Pressfield’s book, “Nobody Wants To Read Your Sh*t.”
This episode continues focus on Steven Pressfield's book "Nobody Wants To Read Your Sh*t." Specifically, the ideas of creative repurposing and theme.
In this episode, I discuss Steven Pressfield's book "Nobody Wants To Read Your Sh*t", and share the main idea most "magicians" have entirely bassackwards.
In this episode, I dig back into "Turning Pro" by Steven Pressfield to show that focusing on the tricks in Magic is a shadow-activity, holding you back from truly exploring, understanding, and improving your performance of Magic.
In this episode, we're back into the classroom of The School Of Wonder - this time uniting the ideas of Tommy Wonder with those of Steven Pressfield and Jocko Willink/Leif Babin.
This episode is an effort to reinforce the takeaways from all the podcasts to date, embodied both literally and figuratively in the metaphor of the butterfly effect.
The final episode of the series exploring "Showmanship For Magicians" by Dariel Fitzkee.
This episode, a celebration of a birthday I share with Dariel Fitzkee, was broadcast via livestream. It has it's own video intro which won't make as much sense in this audio-only version. You can access the full video livestream at...
https://bit.ly/106fitzkee
In this episode, we're back pulling nuggets out of Dariel Fitzkee's "Showmanship For Magicians", including elements of originality and a classic book every performer should have already read.
This episode continues the exploration of Dariel Fitzkee's "Showmanship For Magicians."
This week we take a reprieve from the Fitzkee flow and step back into the classroom of The School Of Wonder - tying several recent episodes together.
"The essence of the beautiful is unity in variety" - W. Somerset Maugham. Sure, you can listen to me dig into Fitzkee's "Showmanship For Magicians"...but can you HEAR me.
In this episode, I excavate deeper into Fitzkee's "Showmanship For Magicians." A magic book largely overlooked or poorly understood.
This is the audio version of the Episode 100 Facebook livestream I did over at:
bit.ly/100devil
Go there to see the half-hour countdown video...
and the one-minute Star Wars-themed intro (which you can hear on this version).
"Moonlight Hall" Kevin Macleod (incompetech.filmmusic.io)
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"Epic Unease" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.filmmusic.io)
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This episode is a further excavation of the advice and ideas contained inside the pages of Dariel Fitzkee's "Showmanship For Magicians."
In this episode, I dig into another book few magicians have managed to read or understand it seems..."Showmanship For Magicians" by Dariel Fitzkee.
In this episode, I give three major elements you can implement to get better as a magician, faster. (Part 1)
Today's episode deals with an encounter I had entering a new city and working a new pitch...and one type of person you may encounter in your travels.
This unexpected episode is all about outrage culture, free speech, and comedy. Also morons, idiots and other stupid people.
Another edition of The School Of Wonder, celebrating the work and wisdom of Tommy Wonder.
The finale of my four-part interview with Eric Evans, nomadic street magician and co-author of "The Secret Art Of Magic."
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Part three of a four-part interview with Eric Evans, nomadic street magician and co-author of "The Secret Art Of Magic."
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Part two of a four-part interview with Eric Evans, nomadic street magician and co-author of "The Secret Art Of Magic."
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Part one of a four-part interview with Eric Evans, nomadic street magician and co-author of "The Secret Art Of Magic."
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School is back in session! Another episode with an excerpt and discussion from the work and wisdom of Tommy Wonder.
A bonus episode wrapping up my analysis of "The Magic Rainbow" by Juan Tamariz.
Funeral outro supplied by: https://www.facebook.com/ZurdaMusic
SPOILERS!!!! Final Star Wars bonus episode where I completely review The Rise Of Skywalker and the finale of The Mandalorian.
My initial spoiler-free reaction after seeing it twice, back-to-back, on Friday, Dec. 20th
This bonus episode is the last before I see The Rise Of Skywalker on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019. It's all about the Disney+ series The Mandalorian.
The 5th bonus episode leading up to The Rise Of Skywalker is all about The Last Jedi, my favorite of the Disney Star Wars movies so far.
The 4th bonus episode deals with The Force Awakens - the first Disney Star Wars film to kick off the last trilogy in the Skywalker saga.
This 3rd bonus episode deals with two of the newer Star Wars standalone films - Rogue One & Solo - as we move one day closer to the release of the Rise Of Skywalker.
The 2nd bonus episode leading up to the release of The Rise Of Skywalker - covering episodes I, II, III.
The first bonus episode in the run-up to the release of The Rise Of Skywalker. This one delves into the original trilogy of A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return Of The Jedi.
The 4th installment of the School Of Wonder. Celebrating and discussing the work and wisdom of Tommy Wonder.
The third consecutive episode dedicated to the wisdom and exceptional work of the greatest magician who ever lived, Tommy Wonder.
The 2nd installment of the School Of Wonder - discussing the wisdom & work of Tommy Wonder.
This is the first of a recurring series within the podcast - focusing on the work and wisdom of Tommy Wonder.
In this episode, I start with something weird I witnessed at a supermarket and then weave this story into my answer to a listener question concerning mentalism.
In this episode, I provide an introduction to the most recent of Roberto Giobbi's books. Then I briefly go into how you can improve your magic through the template of one of my favorite movies.
In this episode, I delve into the many ways I have learned and benefitted from the work of Roberto Giobbi.
In this episode, I get into setting yourself up for success on a daily basis. Then I get into a rant about raising respectable adults and some recent drama with a hotdog vendor.
This episode continues on from Episode 73 and an approach to magic which creates teamwork instead of an audience of adversaries. The recording was made with background rain hitting a tin awning. I apologize in advance :)
In this episode, I discuss the creation of freedom and the idea of removing possible control and the emotional impact this has on the audience. All of this through the conduit of another modern master, Dani DaOrtiz.
This episode is an extension of Episode 71 and builds on the idea of improving your thinking skills. This time, it is through the lens of iconoclastic physicist Richard Feynman.
In this episode, I delve into the most dire problem facing not only you and your magic...but the entire world.
This episode is a continuation of the 10-minute teaser which concluded Episode 69. I delve deeper into the psychology of magic and why Lennart Green may be the greatest living magician.
I start this episode with a cautionary tale, and the rest is an ode to a true modern master of magic - Lennart Green.
This episode is a tribute to Dan S. Kennedy, a man who has impacted me so thoroughly - it's hard to put into words all the ways my thinking and life have changed through the impact of Dan's work.
In this episode, I tell a story of creating a method "on the fly." Then I delve into "breaking the circle" and getting past solely thinking about methods and into a vast, grand universe of diabolical possibilities you haven't even touched.
In this episode, I talk solely about street performing. I discuss your likelihood of success and the best advice I've been given and/or heard concerning this rarest of pursuits.
In this episode, I delve into the cheapening, denigration and trivializing of magic through assuming the performing persona of a trained seal or a dancing monkey.
In this episode, I read from a scathing article by Werner Dornfield. Then I tell two stories about some chance encounters on the street.
The last installment of my conversation with the man who ask questions, answers questions, tells stories and makes things, Michael Weber. Discover the tyranny of the eyes, how imitation is the antithesis of flattery, the importance of doing the real work and how we should all become verbs.
The second of a three-part interview with mystery performer, speaker and consultant Michael Weber.
This episode is the first part of a recent conversation I had with magician, speaker and consultant Michael Weber.
In this episode, I attempt to clarify terms and delve into one of the best simple examples of the power of presentation - from a magic book seemingly few have read.
In this episode, I draw a parallel with one of my favorite cult movies, John Carpenter's "They Live." Then you too will have glasses with which to see who understands the true nature of Magic.
In this episode, I talk about "The Magic Matrix" of the magic community and diverging agendas between marketing and learning about MAGIC proper. Then I review a piece of trash.
In this episode, I talk about paying lip-service to the ideal of creating presentations and entertaining. Then I discuss a little-known book which helps show you the way to becoming an entertaining magician.
In this episode, I talk about why I walked away from walk-around. Discover the ins and outs of why I think it is a terrible venue for magic.
In this episode, I explore the Game of Thrones Character "The Night King" and how his character, and how we learn about him, can be used to improve your magic.
In this episode, I talk about what you should be doing when consuming non-magic media such as TV, Film, literature, poetry etc. Then I touch on magic clones and character building in response to a listener question.
In this episode, I give away the secret of secrets...the way to get impossibly good at magic or anything else you pursue in your life...and things to avoid like the plague. Buckle up.
In this episode, I talk about the annual Krewe of Fools, 2019 King Harry Anderson, and some ideas from Victor Farelli's book "Lend Me Your Pack."
In this episode, I talk about the absolute worst magic videos and DVDs I have ever personally seen. Have you seen others yourself just as bad? Lemme know. Dartagnanmagic@gmail.com
No episode this week - Enjoy time with family and friends. Be back next week with Episode 51 detailing the worst magic videos I have ever seen - Happy Easter!
Along anyone's journey is a tribe of people who have given you a hand up. This episode goes out to those people as I reinforce the most important parts of any journey...in magic or otherwise.
Part 2 of my analysis of whether "The Professor", David Frederick Wingfield Verner, was a great performer. I ferreted out some of my own ignorance with a perusal of the literature. The evidence is there...you decide.
I recently answered an internet question about the greatest magicians and then was challenged by a mentor of mine about the answer I gave. Part one of a two part retort delves into the life of David Frederick Wingfield Verner, aka. Dai Vernon, aka. The Professor. Was he one of the greats? You decide...
In this short episode, I delve into the 5 levels of presentation and where you should be aiming. Then I offer a little story from a while back which illustrates what happens when you shoot higher.
In this episode, I tie in a story to a book review...then a friend relates an unusual ghost story.
A whole episode devoted to Ricky Jay, who recently passed away - a master's master and one of my favorite performers.
In this episode, I conclude the series on Steven Pressfield's book "The War of Art" and start into covering it's sequel, "Turning Pro."
In this episode, I continue down the path of uncovering Resistance, and then delve into the solution of "Turning Pro." (War of Art Part 2)
In this episode, I delve into the most insidious force in your life, the force called Resistance. Via the excellent book "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield, I discuss his ideas and provide examples from my own experience. Are you overcoming Resistance?
In this episode, I delve into the words of Nevil Maskelyne from "Our Magic." Then I tell a short story about a discerning audience from the streets of Northern Michigan.
In this episode, I recite a page from Cellini's "Dreamer's Highway". Then I talk about the magic documentary, "Our Magic".
In this episode, I tell a few short stories about what is truly important in performance. Then, I talk about another article from the Sphinx written by Fred Keating.
In this episode, I talk about Cellini's opinions on humor and what Jon Racherbaumer told me about audiences.
In this episode, I delve into two articles from history which suggest the same issues have existed in magic for a very long time.
In this episode I tell two straight-talk stories from my days as a nightclub bouncer. Then I include a snippet of another interview I did for my program "Secrets of Real Magicians."
This entire episode concerns two instances where I had to become (stealing a phrase from Dan Kennedy) the "Professor of Harsh Reality". Then I tease an addition to my program "Secrets of Real Magicians."
In this episode, I answer a listener question concerning who my favorite magician is. Then I rant about "performing" magic on social media.
In this episode, I delve into why it IS essential to read the work of Stewart James. Then, I attack the rampant appropriation of material.
In this episode, I tell a story about a great opportunity which befell me. Then I answer a question from a listener about hecklers.
In this episode, I talk about one of my mentors fooling the pants off of me. Then I talk about why you should be careful when trying to learn magic (or really anything).
In this episode, I tell the story of a violent confrontation I witnessed in Jackson Square. Then I shout out to a brand new street performer who is doing it the right way.
In this episode, I talk about a man named Bill Beach who was part of the Nashville magic scene. Then I talk about a boxing trainer who said something profound which directly relates to street performing.
In this episode, I tell another cautionary tale where a whole family was verbally thrown under the bus. Then I start a new segment of the show called "Street Performer Shout Out".
In this episode, I talk about one of - if not THE - worst performance I ever witnessed. Then I continue with the last three of Michael Weber's 6 Golden Rules.
In this episode, I tell a story about a coincidence where death may have been averted by myself and others. Then I delve into Michael Weber's Six Golden Rules.
In this episode, I sort of combine the story and rant section throughout as I speak on the dangers of being too absorbed with the magic and the story of my friend finding the right piece of silly.
This episode is a tribute to another magician who has left us, Eugene Burger. Then I rant about the monkey see, monkey do nature of trick selection.
In this episode, I talk about some publicity I received in New Orleans along with an approach to new cities I visit. The rant centers on my friend Warpo and an incident in Kansas concerning exposure and being a great audience member.
In this episode, I talk about an instance in Jackson Square which helped spark who the character of Dartagnan became. Then I rant about the "back palm", a move often misused and maligned by context-free idiocy.
In this episode, I tell a story about meeting one of my favorite magicians and then I rant about what to focus on from a with a tale about a marketing guru.
In this episode, I tell a story about a self-inflicted problem I had in Utah. Then I talk about performing in new destinations on the fly.
In this episode, I tell the story of an intriguing performance I did at the Abbott's Get Together a few years back. Then at the request of another performer, I talk about street performing etiquette.
In this episode, I tell the story of hunting for street magician Merlin in Aspen, CO. Then I rant about 3 crutches any street magician should avoid in their first few years (at least).
In this episode, I dive into an article from the early 1900's on remarkable street magician Professor Du Payne. Then I talk about the Ann Arbor Street Fair, street etiquette and my friend the Violin Monster.
In this episode, I tell a story about a time I performed inside the world famous Cafe Du Monde. Then I rant about trying to learn magic from YouTube.
n this episode, I talk about my experience at the Traverse City Cherry Festival. Then I rant about cutting your learning curve at the beginning.
In this episode I tell the story of meeting consummate performer Tom Mullica when we worked at the Abbott's Get-Together. Then I continue my assault on presentation-less, slacker "magic" and offer the beginning of a solution.
In this episode, I riff on the first time I met French Quarter Magician Warpo. Then I rant about how the low bar of modern magic allows people to stumble over it with weak, presentation-less hackery. #magic #magician #busker #streetperformer #timetravel #timetraveler #magicshow #magicfromwherever dartagnanmagic.com
This episode is dedicated to Paul Bauer, a police Commander in Chicago who I had a run-in with a few years ago. Recently he was killed in the line-of-duty. #magic #magician #streetperformer #busker #timetravel #timetraveler #magicshow #chicago #police #magicfromwherever dartagnanmagic.com
In this episode, I tell a story about Jimmy Talksalot coming back to New Orleans and seeing my show. Then I rant about the oppressive, anti-freedom, anti-free speech Green fair in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and the idiots who oppress others. #magic #magician #magicfromwherever #timetravel #timetraveler #streetperformer #streetmagic #busker #magicshow #annarbor #a2 #freedom #freespeech #oppression
In this episode I talk about meeting Eric Evans, seeing my first street magic show live via Jimmy Talksalot and then I rant about Nashville, Tennessee and the climate there for street performing. Hopefully, the new mayor will finally stand up for free speech and people's rights. #magic #magician #timetravel #timetraveler #streetperformer #busker #magicfromwherever #nashville #nashvegas #freedom #freespeech #civilrights #musiccity
In this episode I tell the "Tomato Caper" story and then I rant about move monkeys and why people in magic need to progress from covetous tool-keeper to real magician. #magic #magician #busker #streetperformer #timetravel #timetraveler #tomato #scooping #magicfromwherever dartagnanmagic.com
This episode, which WARNING may be VERY unpopular...I talk about the two kinds of street performers (really the two kinds of people) and I also pull back the curtain on the homeless. Can you handle the truth? #magic #magicians #streetperformer #busker #timetraveler #timetravel #georgecarlin #houselessness #magicshow #magicfromwherever
In Episode 6 I talk about one particular performance I witnessed a few years back where the audience gave the performer an amazing gift. The gift of character direction. Would you accept such a gift? I also rant about people who attempt to drive off performers from public streets are in fact destroying their OWN rights. #magic #magician #timetravel #timetraveler #streetperformer #busker #civilrights #publicspaces #Nashville #freedom #oppression #magicfromwherever #podcast
This is a special bonus episode of the podcast which serves as a tribute to two recently fallen friends. #magic #magician #timetravel #timetraveler #streetperformer #busker #magicfromwherever #greatwilsoni #Nono dartagnanmagic.com
Episode 5 of "Magic From Wherever I'm At" with Dartagnan. This epsiode delves into why magic should be done with and for people, not AT them. Who the show is for and why "magicians" often fail at this part. ALso, I rant about people who should stop calling themselves "magicians" because of sins against the art made in public. #magic #magician #busker #streetperformer #timetravel #timetraveler #magicfromwherever dartagnanmagic.com
Episode 4 of "Magic From Wherever I'm At" with Dartagnan. This episode I tell the story of one show in particular in Ocean City, MD which taught me a valuable lesson. The power of iteration and performing intuition. Also, I rant about why tricks don't matter - your presentation is so damn crucial. #magic #magician #busker #streetperformer #timetravel #timetraveler #magicfromwherever
Back for Episode 3 of "Magic Wherever I'm At" with Dartagnan. This episode I get into why street magic is so different and my first days on the street. I also rant about YouTube and why most magic on there (especially teaching) is like cancer to your learning curve #magic #magician #busker #streetperformer #timetravel #timetraveler #youtube #oceancity
Back with Episode 2 of "Magic From Wherever I'm At" with Dartagnan. This episode I talk about the fact I'm in Michigan for the summer, I performed at my first kids party and I bash Holland, MI, and their veiled "support" for REAL street performers. (tsk, tsk.) n#magic #magician #hollandMI #busker #streetperformer #timetraveler #timetravel #tulipfestival
Who is Dartagnan? What is this podcast about? "Magic From Wherever I'm At" with your host professional street magician Dartagnan. In this inaugural episode, I talk about what I'm intending for releasing this podcast and I also strike to the very heart of a matter I have given a lot of thought about. What is the definition of a REAL magician? It's time to pull out the mirror. #magic #magician #streetperformer #busker #timetravel #timetraveler dartagnanmagic.com