Bizarro! a Las Vegas-based performer, inventor and prop builder, in conversation with hosts about character, creativity and making original magic.

They explore types of performance identity (style, persona, extreme characters), developing methods for impossible ideas, prop-making, escape rooms, and practical advice for standing out and succeeding in today’s magic scene.

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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. 

Frankie Foti joins The Magic Guys to discuss his journey from discovering magic in Dean Dill’s barbershop to becoming a resident performer at House of Cards in Nashville and releasing his first special, "Ask for Magic."

They cover origin stories, the Magic Castle junior program, making a film-style magic special, life on residency, practical advice for magicians, and the influence of mentors like Juan Tamariz.

Listen for behind-the-scenes tales, career tips, and the release date announcement for the special.

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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. 

Guest Joel Fenton aka Stunt Man Joel (with Mika Harris) reports live from the Edinburgh Fringe, covering street shows, indoor productions, the buskers' draw, costs, marketing, and standout performances. They share practical tips on preparing for the festival, making money on the Royal Mile, and what makes a show succeed in a crowded program.

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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. 

Let's talk about Metas! where are we heading with POV filming and who better to talk about it with then the 2 guys getting millions of views with this style of content! Harrison Kramer and Adam Axford!

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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. 

Josh hosts a solo episode packed with practical advice for magicians who want to go professional, covering how to find first paid gigs, build a strong brand, price your work, and scale a sustainable business.

He explains tactics like performing charity events and automated gig sites, working with agents, leveraging referrals and other magicians, managing contracts/insurance/invoicing, and increasing fees over time.

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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. 

Harrison Kramer has become one of the most talked-about sleight-of-hand magicians online, with his first-person POV street magic videos racking up millions of views and showcasing impossible card magic from the Magician’s perspective. Alongside a successful performing career, he’s one of the rare few redefining how magic is filmed and shared online. In this episode, we explore his creative process, viral content, and the future of modern sleight of hand.

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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. 

Episode 278 of The Magic Guys features Josh and Nick with guest Adam Axford. They share wild gig stories, a SpeakPipe from Seth, viral content wins, and behind-the-scenes moments.

The conversation centers on ethics in magic - four guiding questions (who benefits, who could be harmed, did the audience consent, what belief do they leave with) - and explores performance tactics, pre-show practices, privacy concerns, mentalism boundaries, and business pricing dilemmas.

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Reid Ferry is a rising star in modern mentalism, earning a reputation for creating practical, commercial effects used by performers around the world. He joins us to chat about his journey in magic, his creative process, and his latest release, Trident!

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Episode 276 of The Magic Guys dives into practical advice for approaching audiences - from reading groups in bars and on the street to strategies when you're paid to perform.

The hosts share tips on openings, when to interrupt, recording and refining new material, and how festivals create chances to test routines, network, and cross-promote shows.

Expect candid stories, festival anecdotes, and quick actionable guidance for magicians wanting to improve their crowd selection, stagecraft, and show promotion.

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In episode 275 the Magic Guys welcome Sean Taylor, a British-born magician who has worked in Australia for decades. Sean discusses his creative process, writing original material, building stage persona, and consulting for other magicians.

They cover practical advice on transitioning from close-up to stage, scripting, pacing, and prop management, plus stories including working with Penn & Teller and memorable gig mishaps. Sean also shares recommended books and how to contact him for consulting.

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