The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast

The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast

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The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast episodes

  • The June/July 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • why I travel 3000 miles to attend a magic convention
  • attention to detail brings its rewards in trick creation
  • the importance of rhythm and pacing with moves
  • wise words from Jon Armstrong
  • avoiding performing on auto pilot is key with repetitive performing
  • how books on tricks can be unexpectedly inspiring
  • replies to three interesting questions posed at the Commercial Close Up Refresher Zoom Session
  • beware of misunderstanding definitions of amateur and professional
    • 46 min
  • The Apr/May 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • the key to good magic for lay people
  • Paul Brook explains how to accentuate the difference between strolling mentalism and walkabout magic
  • patter lines and on-stage behaviours that change to comply with modern sensibilities
  • altering tricks to suit reduced capabilities
  • the rise in popularity of audio learning
  • letting new effects break into your established playlists
  • inspirational magical moments
  • introducing a crash course in strolling and table hopping magic
  • finding new material in unusual places
    • 46 min
  • The Feb/Mar 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • Reflections on The Session 2023
  • should a reviewer have to apologise for his opinions?
  • children's entertainers more than ever need to consider whether they offer value for money
  • an evening discussing bringing magic to the marketplace
  • being self-contained for shows proves to be a real boon
  • the importance of 'flight time' in honing an act
  • announcing the Four-midable Magic Series of e-books
  • a brave move for one of the world's biggest magic dealers
  • why lecturing is a skill in its own right
    • 46 min
  • The Dec 22/Jan 23 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • Retiring from Magicseen but not MLM
  • FISM competition acts are uniquely designed for their end purpose of winning
  • a lecture invitation that comes from an extremely unlikely place
  • are we using a narrower range of objects in the magic that we present?
  • defining the different types of spectator we encounter when performing
  • magic in the theatre
  • strolling magicians need to be aware of their performance surroundings
  • coping with the rigours of December bookings
    • 46 min
  • The Oct/Nov 2022 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • what makes for a great convention?
  • performing for famous people doesn't make you a better magician
  • the hazards of becoming a semi-pro entertainer
  • Paul Anthony's epic magic task
  • the magic club pecking order
  • when it comes to magical fame, be careful what you wish for
  • there are not many commercial close up tricks
  • dip into some of the contents from E-Club Pro
  • let's ask the question (again!) about whether card tricks are boring!
    • 46 min
  • The Aug/Sept 2022 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • Changes are afoot for MLM updates
  • technology and magic - finding the balance
  • taking a look at Andi Gladwin's theory about incremental changes leading to new magic
  • PR can be a great way to promote your shows if done correctly
  • discussing whether show deposits are worth the hassle
  • when stage names might be a good idea
  • the importance of good eye contact for performers
  • how to stop nerves by countering all your worries
    • 46 min
  • The July 2022 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • Contemplating what is likely to be the next big thing for magic
  • does street magic really actually exist as an entertainment format?
  • the importance of self-evaluation in magic
  • defining at what moment a prop, move or idea can be classed as 'public domain'
  • Marc Paul's Masterclass - an exercise in total professionalism
  • analysing the unofficial magic contract between you and your audience
    • 31 min
  • The June 2022 Mark Leveridge Podcast
    • The Platinum Jubilee celebrations in the UK could be good news for magicians, or might not!
  • magic 'shedding' is a necessary task that most of us try to avoid
  • is it time for your image and look to have a re-vamp?
  • Tony Nicholson's new book poses interesting questions about magical honesty
  • if you missed the chance to attend the Inner Circle Zoom Card Session, help is at hand
  • customer benefit advertising copy can help to sell your shows 
    • 31 min
  • The Mark Leveridge May 2022 Podcast
    • Analysing how magic can be made strong in different ways
  • Craig Petty's MagicTV scrapes the barrel with one of his recent interviewees(!)
  • news of an upcoming Zoom event
  • is it OK to wear sunglasses when working outside in bright sunlight?
  • the dangers of using livestock for magic
  • the power of independent comments
  • time can be of the essence when doing shows
    • 31 min
  • The Mark Leveridge April 2022 Podcast
    • It's not just our audiences who need protecting from COVID at gigs
  • the danger that lots of online show enquiries can produce a response fatigue
  • lay people may struggle to see your show fee as anything more than an arbitrary figure
  • info on two great value e-book bundles
  • the importance of reacting sensitively to an audience's mood or attitude
  • understanding that anything that can go wrong, at some point probably will
    • 31 min

About The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast

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Monthly podcast featuring Mark Leveridge's observations and opinions on the magic world