The latest chapter of “The Linking Rings” … and then Michael Close explains his process for helping magicians get ready to appear on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us.”

A Few Minutes With… Michael Close starts at 00:02:38

"I Love That" starts at 00:12:43

Chapter Eight of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:21:05

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

“Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA

“Troupers” Full Movie:  https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c

Michael Close website: https://michaelclose.com/

Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn

Original Michael Close Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-208-michael-close-talks-about-his-work-on-penn-amp-teller-fool-us-and-chapter-8-of-the-bullet-catch

Send us an Email: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Sara Ballantine talks about her father, comedy magician Carl Ballantine, and her documentary “Troupers” … and Chapter Seven of “The Linking Rings.”

Sara Ballantine Interview starts at 00:02:19

"I Love That" starts at 00:35:56

Chapter Seven of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:45:12

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Sara Ballantine Website:  http://www.saraballantine.com/

“Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA

“Troupers” Full Movie:  https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c

Carl Ballantine in action:  https://youtu.be/N5W_U4wH3Fc

Carl Ballantine in action:  https://youtu.be/aeH6r9QTxng

Scott Land’s Carl Ballantine puppet: https://youtu.be/BPpLoF7zudQ

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

“Rise” app: https://www.risescience.com/

“The Conversation” trailer: https://youtu.be/elJL5D6HTvA

Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn

We re-visit a chat with Stan Allen, discussing the problem with exposure of magic … and then Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings.”

A Few Minutes With… Stan Allen starts at 00:03:15

"I Love That" starts at 00:11:24

Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings " starts at 00:24:14

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Original Interview with Stan Allen: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-203-stan-allen-on-the-masked-magician-and-chapter-three-of-the-bullet-catch

Magic Live website:  https://www.magicconvention.com/

“Hal” documentary: https://hal.oscilloscope.net/

Interview with Amy Scott: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-115-filmmaker-amy-scott-on-her-documentary-hal

Marc Maron’s WTF (Carlos Mencia): http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/tag/Carlos+Mencia

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

“The Insider” podcast host and Vanishing Inc.’s Chief Marketing Officer stops by to chat about magic and more … and then Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings.”

Damian Jennings Interview starts at 00:02:19

"I Love That" starts at 00:57:33

Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:07:09

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

“The Insider” Podcast link: https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/insider-magic-podcast/

Tony Sagittarius Link: https://youtu.be/8_BftNgm9Zo

The Man Who Would Be King trailer: https://youtu.be/eqZ7QfulTuU

“Copenhagen” (TV version): https://youtu.be/RTn9eKfH11M

“Copenhagen” (Audible version): https://www.audible.com/pd/Copenhagen-Audiobook/B00E4PK69W

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The Amazing Kreskin shares hilarious, inspiring tales of spontaneity and humor—plus, we dive into Chapter Four of The Linking Rings.

A Few Minutes With… The Amazing Kreskin starts at 00:03:01

"I Love That" starts at 00:08:23

Chapter Four of The Linking Rings" starts at 00:20:43

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

The Amazing Kreskin – Full Interview: https://tinyurl.com/333z9348

Charles Grodin book (“It Would Be So Nice If You Weren’t Here”): https://www.amazon.com/Would-Nice-You-Werent-Here/dp/0688088732

Joshua Jay book (“How Magicians Think”): https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic-books/how-magicians-think/
Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

This episode features a conversation with Star Newman and Tyler Erickson, discussing Star's journey from theater to magic, the influence of theater on her performances, the importance of collaboration, and their shared perspectives on teaching and the future of magic.

Star & Tyler Interview starts at 00:02:19

"I Love That" starts at 00:49:56

Chapter Three of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:01:11

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Star Newman website: https://www.starnewman.com/

Tyler Erickson website: https://www.strongermagic.com/

Star on “Fool Us”: https://youtu.be/Fs3ffSYFUWw

Original Tyler Erickson Interview:  https://tinyurl.com/2c2sebth

Joshua Malina on Sports Night: https://youtu.be/JsQBpG-3TQY

London Walks:  https://www.walks.com/

The Ripperologists Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Ripperologists-Audiobook/179992131X

The Greyhound of the Baskervilles Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Greyhound-of-the-Baskervilles-Audiobook/109418960X

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The next chapter of “The Linking Rings,” and then some important thoughts from Suzanne about mistakes beginning magicians often make.

A Few Minutes With… Suzanne starts at 00:02:55

"I Love That" starts at 00:10:56

Chapter Two of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:22:01

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Suzanne’s website: https://www.suzmagic.com/

A Few Minutes With … Suzanne: https://youtu.be/sKQWG8LjLVw

Suzanne Original Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-218-suzanne-on-learning-and-teaching-magic-and-chapter-eighteen-of-the-bullet-catch

“Slings & Arrows” Trailer: https://youtu.be/8VnAGdzoiXU

“Slings & Arrows” Ophelia scene: https://youtu.be/I0uVGCYRP4I

Susan Coyne Interview: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/fast-cheap-interview-blog/actresswriter-susan-coyne-on-slings-amp-arrows-c97z9-arkrg

“No Good Deed” Trailer: https://youtu.be/JKufPJ-JHvA

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Legendary magician Doc Eason shares his transformative journey into magic, the importance of audience connection, and heartwarming stories about his friendship with John Denver … and then Chapter One of “The Linking Rings.”

Doc Eason Interview starts at 00:03:30

"I Love That" starts at 00:45:19

Chapter One of "The Miser's Dream" starts at 00:52:00

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Doc Eason website: https://doceason.com/

The Six Triple Eight: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/tyler-perry-new-netflix-movie-six-triple-eight

Alan Arkin Reads “Catch-22” (Abridged): https://youtu.be/jNWsXqcPmsE

Eugene Burger on Paul Daniels’ Halloween Special: https://youtu.be/Xh2r-vuNAM0

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Dick Cavett discusses how he masterfully showcased legendary magicians on TV, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets and unforgettable moments with icons like Slydini, Ricky Jay and Teller.

A Few Minutes With… Dick Cavett starts at 00:02:07

“I Love That” starts at 00:14:32

Chapter Twenty-Four (and the Epilog) of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:32

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

A Few Minutes With Dick Cavett video: https://youtu.be/3A5PXj58mIE

Slydini on Dick Cavett (First Appearance):  https://youtu.be/Ir-0j4YCHi8

Slydini on Dick Cavett (Second Appearance):  https://youtu.be/J913AVe3adU

Dick Cavett Interview Part One: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-9-dick-cavett-interview-part-one-and-chapter-eight-of-the-ambitious-card

Dick Cavett Interview Part Two: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-110-dick-cavett-interview-part-two-and-chapter-nine-of-the-ambitious-card

Cellini #1: https://youtu.be/_c81rxaPfWg

Cellini #2: https://youtu.be/cR7sTDhNfwk

Jim’s I LOVE THAT: “Watership Down” Book: https://www.simonandschuster.net/books/Watership-Down/Richard-Adams/Scribner-Classics/9780684836058

John’s I LOVE THAT: “Shooting Columbo” Book: https://bonaventurepress.com/shooting-columbo/

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

On this episode of the podcast, Nick Mohammed shares his lifelong love for magic, the evolution of his comedic character Mr. Swallow, and the thrilling challenges of performing daring tricks on stage.

Nick Mohammed Interview starts at 00:03:26

“I Love That” starts at 01:01:51

Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:13:14

LINKS

The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/

Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj

Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD

Nick Mohammed website: https://www.nickmohammedlive.com/

Nick on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nickmohammedy/

Mr. Swallow on Twitter:  https://x.com/mrswallow

Nick and Son Do Magic:  https://youtu.be/j9mK4htDQ3k

Mr. Swallow:  https://youtu.be/Xvi8hJVzwyY

Jim’s I LOVE THAT: Rescuing Christmas:  https://youtu.be/y86lLXVOjys

John’s I LOVE THAT:  “Rehearsed To Death” Trailer: https://youtu.be/faVSox6KNfc

Buy “Rehearsed To Death”: https://books2read.com/b/mBvAKk

“A Christmas Carl” Trailer:  https://youtu.be/EO7ZMiNTEKI

Buy “A Christmas Carl”: https://books2read.com/b/4AONdN

Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast