What makes magic feel real? Is it the trick, the technique, or something far more human? In this powerful and surprising conversation, we sit down with Andrew Gerard - magician, consultant, and creative mind behind TV’s biggest magicians including David Blaine, Criss Angel, Keith Barry, Bryan Miles and more. But Andrew’s story goes far beyond the stage. At its core, his work is about connection; the subtle art of listening, the courage to let go of scripts, and the magic that happens when you step into the present moment.

Andrew takes us behind the curtain of his career: from learning the craft of performance, to writing and consulting for global icons, to discovering that true magic comes from silence, intuition, and presence. Andrew shares unforgettable lessons on storytelling, leadership, and how to create moments that people don’t just watch… but they feel.

This episode is as much about life as it is about magic. You’ll hear Andrew’s insights on confidence, creativity, and what it really means to be authentic. And yes, you’ll also discover his most unexpected side gig: perfume making.

In this episode, we cover:

• Andrew’s journey from performing magic to consulting for David Blaine and Criss Angel
• His “table test” process for tearing apart ideas until they’re bulletproof
• Why you must be your own harshest critic before the world is
• How silence and listening can be the most powerful form of magic
• Performing in the hardest conditions - and why chaos is the best training ground
• Why comfort zones destroy creativity and growth
• Behind-the-scenes hurdles of creating magic for TV (and how to overcome them)
• How to strip away crutches and still hold presence under pressure
• The psychology of connection
• What speakers and performers can learn from boxers training in tough gyms
• Andrew’s philosophy on creativity: breaking down, rebuilding, and refining ideas
• Why scripts destroy authenticity - and how to trust your intuition instead
• The difference between tricks and true connection
• Behind-the-scenes stories from working with top illusionists
• How to craft moments that feel unforgettable
• Andrew’s secret life as a perfume maker (yes, really!)
• How a car accident completely changed his world and opened the door to brand new forms of creativity
• And much more!

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