Penguin Magic Podcast

R Paul Wilson - A Portrait of Juan Tamariz - The Long Awaited Film - S7E25

R Paul Wilson is tantalizingly close to releasing his film about Juan Tamariz. The long-awaited film is a portrait of The Maestro, Juan Tamariz. The film is a look at magic through the lens of one of the most influential magicians alive today. R Paul gives us a once-in-a-lifetime look behind the scenes of the development of the film, working with Juan, and gives us a glimpse into this incredible work.

Rob Balchunas - The Balloon Twister's Balloon Twister! - S7E24

Rob Balchunas is an award winning balloon sculptor and magician who travels the United States creating wild creations out of nothing more than balloons, and twisting magic and inflatables into a fabulous show. This week he stops by the show to discuss how he got started, tips on creating your own sculptures, and the chaos in the balloon world following the collapse of Qualtex.

Kent Axell Jr. - Adding Immersive Theater To Your Magic - S7E23

Kent Axell Jr joins the show to celebrate his third year in residence at The Mandalay Bay Casino with his show Ghost Stories. He shares with our listeners how to add immersive theater qualities to your show, how to find meaning, and how  to get your own residency.Kent’s Score Card and Magic Performance Lab https://lp.uniqo.de/cCbBUN

Alex Kirk - Monster Magic and Running Your Own Magic Shop - S7E22

Alex Kirk is a familiar face from YouTube and the magic industry. He was with Prop Dog and one of the faces of their live streaming show for quite some time. A few years ago, he opened his own shop. In this episode, he discusses running his shop, helping customers find magic perfect for them, and his wild YouTube interviews he does in his dressing gown from a couch he carries around conventions with the Who's Who of magic.

Cate Osborn - Catieosaurus The Magic National Tour & History of Magic - S7E21

Cate Osborn, known to her legions of fans as Catieosaurus, comes on the show to discuss her new book The ADHD Field Guide for Adults, and her new tour Wildly Unprepared. The tour takes a deep dive into the history of magic, and Cate pulls a rabbit out of a hat, as well as discusses the journey to the rabbit she uses in her show.