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THIS SPECIAL ONE HOUR EPISODE!

Something very special is happening this year in Waterloo, Canada… The world’s first MAGIC AND SHENANIGANS FESTIVAL. Created and organized by my pal Phil LeConte AKA Silly Phil.  (NOT a magician!)  and Billy Kidd (definitely a magician!)

This is a worlds first and I have Phil in the studio telling us all about it, he also discusses a LOT of his frustration within the variety and magic world, so please listen with a thick skin!

this is a crash course in creating something from nothing! And isn’t that what magicians do? 

As always this is a no holds barred honesty first environment, and it’s hilariously awesome!

https://magicandshenanigans.com for more detail…

And this is Phil…

https://sillyphil.com

I’ll see you on the inside :) 

SV

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Spotify

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Keywords

podcasting, technology, entertainment, magic, comedy, performance, collaboration, festivals, relationships, industry insights

Summary

In this episode, the host shares their frustrations with podcasting technology and introduces Silly Phil, a multi-talented performer and producer. They discuss the importance of collaboration in the entertainment industry, the differences between jugglers and magicians, and the journey of a performer from street shows to stage performances. The conversation touches on the challenges of stand-up comedy, experiences in Mexico, and the significance of respect in the industry. They also explore the evolution of festival production, the creation of a unique magic festival experience, and the role of relationships in the entertainment business. The episode concludes with insights on building a successful festival and the importance of working with good people.

Takeaways

Titles

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00

The Frustrations of Podcasting Technology

04:31

Introducing Silly Phil: A Multi-Talented Performer

08:50

The Juggler vs. Magician Debate

11:59

The Art of Performance: Street vs. Stage

18:01

Navigating the Entertainment Industry

24:58

The Importance of Respect in Performance

29:58

Producing Shows: A Performer’s Perspective

32:04

Navigating the New Normal in Performance Arts

36:02

The Evolution of Festival Production

41:51

Innovative Approaches to Magic Festivals

49:07

Building Relationships and Community in the Arts

54:58

The Importance of Preparation and Professionalism

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Whether we want to be occasionally amusing or hysterically funny in our work, own stage, in a meeting or just with family, understanding the roots of what makes people laugh is fundamental.

In this special Past Masters episode, I perform an article... an incredible article, an article ON COMEDY that was written by a comedy LEGEND, you'll guess it easily, it was also written over a hundred years ago AND every word works today...

Apply these principals to your magic and your life and you'll be that very elusive thing, funny.

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket teaching you how to be amazing, be magic, be sexy! 

Ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

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Magic On The Go will inspire you to be a better magician and more than that, it's bloody fun!

Thank you

See you on the inside 

Steve 

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

LEARN TO AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

This is a big ep... it's an hour long... I had a lot to say.

Welcome in this weeks episode!

To see the video version please check out my YouTube channel -

https://youtu.be/nIe24UDHss4

At The Steve Valentine Show

Today I share with you part one of a fabulous conversation I had with master magician, storyteller and professional speaker Jez Rose

@unusualist

about how MAGICIANS can become SPEAKERS! Is it doable, and MORE importantly can YOU do it?

Jez Rose is a broadcaster, honeybee farmer, award-winning writer and keynote speaker, known for his energy, humour and passion. He is also a fabulously successful magician.

At the last Magic Live convention in Las Vegas, Jez and I had a spirited conversation regarding the world of public and motivational speaking, something Jez knows a LOT about.

We also discussed how so many magicians are, or want to be, transitioning into this lucrative corporate world with varying degrees of success.

I found his insights fascinating and forced Jez to agree to an on camera interview, it wasn't pretty, blood was spilled, but I go to great lengths for you guys :)

This is Part One, part two is available for members of Magic On The Go.

This is a fun, eye opening discussion about the world of public speaking - and magicians. With any form of art, brutal honestly is what you need to move forward and we give it to you here.

If you see Jez on your travels,. please be sure to thank him profusely, he tips some really valuable secrets here...

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

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Magic with a few Hollywood secrets too..  

Recorded live while on the road - top pro Bill Cook sits down with me for a no holds barred discussion on the life and insane experiences of a pro wizard! 

If you ever wanted to know the trials and tribulations of being a magician this episode is a fabulous primer! PLUS the life advice offered is pure gold.

We reveal secrets like:

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket teaching you how to be amazing!

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Magic On The Go will inspire you to be a better magician and more than that, it's bloody fun!

Magicians Only is a no-holds-barred, brutally honest, and hilariously entertaining PODCAST dive into the world of magic, Hollywood and life. 

Hosted by actor, magician and showman Steve Valentine, this podcast delivers wild stories from Steve’s decades-long career, uncovers behind-the-scenes magic secrets, and offers uncensored reviews of the latest products in the magic world. 

With real, raw interviews featuring legendary actors, directors, magicians, friends, and frenemies, we celebrate the artistry of past masters while exposing the reality of life in magic today—warts and all.

This is the show for anyone who loves magic, whether you’re a seasoned professional, a passionate amateur, or just someone curious about what it really takes to be amazing. 

Expect candid conversations, irreverent humor, and a little bit of magic gossip, as we dispel myths, laugh at rumors, and explore the darker, grittier side of the business.Please like share and subscribe!

On Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magicians-only/id1789643714 

and Spotify 

https://open.spotify.com/show/4Z0vSwNryYeNbMlaVGsxpb?si=1d7a5e92d1344611 

and everywhere else!Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

Thank you

See you on the inside 

Steve 

#MagicSecrets #TimingIsEverything #MagicianTips #PerformanceArt #MagicTricks #ArtOfMagic #Showmanship #MasterYourCraft #AudienceEngagement #MagicCommunity #stevevalentine #magiconthego  #magicschool #magicshows #actorslife #hollywood #lifeismagic #magicallife #magicisreal #magiclife #magictime #illusionist #magicians #magictricks #liveevents #magicshow #instamagic #liveentertainment #cardtricks #cardmagic 

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

LEARN TO AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

Part Two of my investigation into Horace Goldin's Egg Bag routine...

Things take off here... discoveries are made... revelations happen and Goldin will never be the same again!

Please like, share and subscribe!  On Apple podcasts and Spotify and everywhere else! Thank you

See you on the inside :)

FIND EGG BAG SECRETS HERE!

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

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On Magic On The Go there's a massive Masterclass on the fabulous EGG BAG trick.  Where I dive into numerous methods and routines and some pretty wild variations, but one of the most frustrating things was Horace Goldin's Egg Bag. Goldin (1873-1939) was lauded for his routine, many reviewers said he was one of the best at it, he'd KILL. YET, there's no real information on what he did or HOW he did it... until now :)

This is Part One of my deep dive into Goldin's history and development of his routine with some real surprises and honest talk along the way. A glance back at the golden age of magic...

Please like share and subscribe! On Apple podcasts and Spotify and everywhere else!

Thank you

See you on the inside :)

FIND EGG BAG SECRETS HERE! 

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

LEARN TO AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

This episode is in answer to many, many requests...

Magicians as villains in crime shows, it's pretty much its own genre.

Today Steve dishes both the Hollywood and magical dirt and shares the how and why of his starring role as The Great Torini in the TV show MONK. 

Specifically Mr. Monk and The Magician Season 7, Episode 15!

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1189405/

Currently Monk is is on Netflix... check it out there!

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

LEARN TO AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

Please like, share and subscribe!  On Apple podcasts and Spotify and everywhere else! Thank you

See you on the inside :)

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

LEARN TO AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

PART TWO! It was a long lunch!

Now we get to the dessert (sorry) Keith and Steve continue their brilliant chat and delicious lunch, diving into the world of street magic and so much more!

https://keithfields.com

https://www.keithfieldsmagic.com

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

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Immerse yourself in the secrets, Magic On the Go will help you be a better magician.

AMAZE - ANYWHERE - ANYTIME

Please like, share and subscribe! On Apple podcasts and Spotify and everywhere else!

Thank you

See you on the inside :)

You can find the secrets here:

https://magiconthego.vhx.tv/the-art-of-street-magic-a-series-of-lectures

https://magiconthego.vhx.tv/u-h-t-valentine-s-ultimate-hat-trick

https://magiconthego.vhx.tv/the-great-glass-of-water-from-hat-trick

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Be amazing, be magic, be sexy,… ok, let’s just start with BE MAGIC!

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Different format this week, today we have lunch with longtime pro and world class comedy magician, Keith Fields. To discuss our adventures and techniques for surviving audiences from Belize and the Falklands to Covent Garden.

This episode mixes Culinary and Conjuring delights and both are delicious.. that sounded creepy, but whatever. The information in this conversation is gold!

https://www.keithfieldsmagic.com  

https://keithfields.com

Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com 

The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket, 

Please like, share and subscribe!

On Apple podcasts and Spotify and everywhere else!

Thank you

See you on the inside