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Episode 265 of The Magic Guys is a spitballing session where the hosts and listeners trade creative magic ideas, from a chop-cup color-changing ball and juggling transformations to lockbox finales, roach routines, invisible-deck reveals, and Rubik’s Cube restorations. Laid-back, comedic, and full of practical tips, the episode mixes workshop-style problem solving with Vegas stories, 4/20 banter, and product suggestions to help performers develop memorable tricks and finales. Support the show and grab some Merch! Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

Nick Kay interviews mentalist and magician Radek Hoffman, author of The Art of Revealing, about designing memorable revelations. Broadcasting from Poland, Radek discusses movement, breath, presence, and how different arts (dance, parkour, theatre) inform performance. Learn More About Radek Support the show and grab some Merch! Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

Christopher Carter, a world-class corporate mentalist whose material has been refined across decades of real-world performances. We discuss his book "In the Spotlight", a masterclass built from 35 years of experience, packed with audience-tested routines and powerful insights into creating impactful, commercial mentalism that truly connects. Get your copy of In The Spotlight  Learn More about Christopher - https://christophercarter.com/ Support the show and grab some Merch! Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

Support the show and grab some Merch! No guest this week, just the Magic Guys riffing on hair, wigs, and showbiz. They discuss recent trick supply visitors like Paul Draper, a bargain daydream book, a Baroque Bicycle deck and costume stunt, and share practical advice for going onstage cold. The episode also demos quirky props, the flexagon "Policy" that reveals a selected card, remote-control chattering teeth, and other Trick Supply finds, plus wild gig stories from yachts, theater work, and tips for stage intros and emcee scripts. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

Jay Alexander, a San Francisco-based magician, shares his career from street performing to touring with the Rolling Stones and performing for Robin Williams. He explains how he builds audience connection, runs his 45-seat San Francisco Magic Theater, uses pre-show and merch strategies, and offers practical advice on editing shows, videotaping performances, and creating memorable experiences for guests. Learn more about Jay Alexander. https://www.SanFranciscoMagicTheater.com https://www.jayalexander.com Support the show and grab some Merch!   Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

In episode 260 the Magic Guys (Josh and Nick) mix banter with history as they explore the life and legacy of Cardini -born Richard Valentine Pitchford - who developed his legendary glove-based manipulation during WWI, polished his act across Australia, Canada and the U.S., and became a benchmark of restraint and perfection in magic. The episode also covers community moments: ideas for a Magic Guys convention, live chat donations and reactions, a memorable gig story, and conversation about craft, creativity, and maintaining an act over decades. Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it. 

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Jonah Babins is a professional magician, entrepreneur, and magic business coach. As co-founder of the Toronto Magic Company and host of the Discourse in Magic podcast, Jonah has become a trusted voice for magicians looking to grow their careers, sharing practical advice on marketing, performing, and building a sustainable magic business. Level up your Magic business - https://www.discourseinmagic.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/discourseinmagic https://www.instagram.com/jonahbabinsmagic Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Episode 258 of The Magic Guys features Josh, Doug and Nick sharing live-show highlights, audience SpeakPipe stories, and impromptu street magic tips. They discuss Asi Wind's sold-out Sydney Opera House run, VIP close-up moments, and how presentation and work ethic elevate classic routines. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Bar Magic specialist Derek “Hubb” Irwin joins us to talk real-world close-up entertainment. From his residency at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and regular performances at the Magic Castle, to producing his monthly Enchanted Escape tiki bar show, Hubb shares what it takes to build strong material, stronger reactions, and a sustainable magic career while balancing family and a full-time engineering role. Follow HUBB Learn More about HUBB on his website. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  The hosts recount Nick's trip to Japan, exploring magic bars, close-up performances, and unique cultural exchanges with local magicians. They also share a tense on-stage Rubik's Cube recovery, stories about audience-sourced props, and reflections on differences between Japanese and Australian magic scenes. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  The episode covers Wes’s creative process, live-show strategy, reposting content, building specials, balancing life on the road, and advice for performers about experimenting on stage and making success a lower priority than passion and relationships. Subscribe to Wes - https://www.youtube.com/@WesBarker Follow him on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stuntmagician Follow him on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stuntmagician/ Book Wes - https://www.wesbarker.ca/ Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.    

Get Tobias’ Book!  Today we are joined by Tobias Beckwith discussing his career bridging theater and magic, the making of Jeff McBride’s shows, and his new book Wired for Wonder. He explains magic as live theater, breaking the fourth wall, and why storytelling, directing, and acting matter for every performer. Practical tips include using silence and visuals, recording and reviewing performances, tailoring shows for different venues, and developing an original point of view - all aimed at helping magicians create more powerful, theatrical presentations. Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!    Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.    

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Christopher Wayne is back on the Magic Guys and for good reason! He has produced MANY successful shows over his career and his latest is selling out every week at the Boston Theatre Of Magic! Go See Chris Live - https://www.bostontheaterofmagic.com/ Follow him on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/realchristopherwayne/ Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.  

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Kieron Johnson is a performer and creator whose magic effects are used by magicians worldwide, including Ice Qube and Too Hot To Handle as well as MANY others. His creative work has been featured by some of the biggest names in magic, with recent credits including Dynamo’s Buried Alive. Beyond creating, Kieron has performed and lectured internationally, consulting for The Magic Circle, BBC, ITV, and Channel 4. He’s also an accomplished bubble artist and one of the world’s few recognized human fountains. With appearances across international Got Talent formats and a strong online presence, Kieron continues to influence modern magic both on and off stage. Follow Kieron on socials @kieronthemighty Check out Kieron's releases - https://www.penguinmagic.com/magician/kieron-johnson Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.  

Get the new Trust The Sleight Tee!  Episode 251 of The Magic Guys walks listeners through how to turn a collection of tricks into a complete magic show. Nick, Josh and Doug explain starting with the ending, choosing the right material, using filters for character and audience, and building strong openings, middles and finales. They cover pacing, transitions, callbacks, emotional stakes, rehearsal vs writing, and practical exercises you can use to plan, trim and rehearse your first show. Leave a voicemail for The Magic Guys Join The Magic Guys Discord!!! Email Us - [email protected] The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Nick Kay take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.