Dr. Jonathan Royle is widely regarded as the world’s leading expert on Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy, NLP, Stage Hypnotism, Magic & Mentalism. With a wide and varied career in both Entertainment and Therapy, Jonathan has carved an incredible reputation and fame around the world.

He is regarded by many as one of the Worlds’ Leading Authorities on Hypnotherapy, NLP, Self-Help, Personal Development and Self-Improvement Strategies and Techniques. His Mind Skills and Talents have been featured extensively on TV & Radio Shows and within Newspapers and Magazines around the world, where he has often been linked to some of the world's most famous A-List Celebrities.

This week on Talk Magic, Craig talks to Alec Powell, someone Craig has been trying to interview since starting Magic TV. This is Alec's first ever interview, and is an exclusive for Talk Magic. From illusions, close up, kids shows and even being a dealer, Alec Powell is truly a legend for the British magic community. Tune in to hear all about Alec Powell's rise to being a magic great.

Utilising the latest RFID technology, SOLO triggers specific music tracks that are linked directly to your props allowing you to perform with complete freedom. This means no more playlists, no buttons, no track skipping, no accidental double presses, and no hitting & hoping...  With SOLO you & your props become the remote! So all you have to do, is perform. 

Collin Claus has been involved in the magic community for a very long time. Throughout his career he has performed in several high profile situations. However, most magicians know him from his incredible creations. He has marketed incredible coin and card magic through places like The Alchemy Tree and Alakazam Magic. Most recently he teamed up with Kev Gregson and formed The Refraktor Project which has become the biggest and best online resource for cube magic in the world.

Irish Magician Aidan McCann first performed magic on stage when he took part in Ireland’s Got Talent at the age of 9. He reached the semi-finals and following this he was invited onto The Ellen Show. After this appearance he went on to perform magic in Shin Lim’s stage Show ‘Limitless’ in Vegas, making him the youngest magician to perform on a Vegas stage.

During the challenging period of 2020/21 Aidan got online like many other magicians and performers and successfully managed to find audiences for his magic via Zoom! 

He has taken part in numerous charity events for organisations at home and abroad and also has really enjoyed putting Online Magic Shows together for Corporate Companies globally.

Russ Brown is one of the most well known magicians in the UK.  He is a co-organiser of The Blackpool Magic Convention which is the largest magic convention in the World.  He is also an incredibly busy performer and through his company he sends magic acts to venues all over the world.  He is also the owner and founder of The House Of Secrets which is the premier magic bar in The North.

On top of all this Russ has also teamed up with David Brookhouse to start an initiative through Lancashire in schools.  Basically David and Russ are going into schools and delivering content that is based around magic that actually becomes part of the school curriculum.  This is not a one gig deal, David and Russ are working with schools all year round.  This is a really exciting initiative that could roll out throughout the UK and lead to extra works for hundreds of magicians.

Deuce Gala is a new production company founded by Michael O'Brien and Buck Bowen. They officially launched on the 1st of August 2022 and aim to provide a new standard of magic products within the magic industry. They have some very lofty goals that they hope to hit over the coming weeks and months and years.

Simon Lipkin is not only a good magician, but also a great actor. With roles in several major West End musicals such as Avenue Q and Rock of Ages, as well as some roles in films, Simon has truly made a big impact with his career. Craig discusses his many adventures in life. This is an incredible interview.

Respected the world over Andy has created some of the most popular magic effects of the past 20 years.

One of the co-writers and creators of the acclaimed TV shows Derren Brown - Mind Control & Trick of the Mind. He and the show won a Silver Rose at The 2003 Montreux Television Festival - one of highest accolades any writer and Television programme can receive.

Andy also co wrote and co directed Derren's hugely popular stage shows - 'Derren Brown – Live', 'Derren Brown – Something Wicked This Way Comes', 'Derren Brown - An Evening of Wonders' , 'Derren Brown - Enigma' and the current live show, 'Derren Brown - Infamous' & his latest show 'Miracle' six. All five of the shows have enjoyed sell-out UK tours and West End runs.

Andy is respected as a performer and teacher of 'Mentalism' the world over. Known within the Magic World as 'The Tabletop Grifter'. In 2008 Andy was awarded the MIMC - this is the Member of the Inner Magic Circle, this is the highest award any Magician can receive and is bestowed upon very few performers.

John Morton is an award winning magician, mind reader and hypnotist. He has been creating incredible moments of magic for thousands of guests at weddings, private parties and corporate events for over 12 years. His amazing skills will leave everyone spellbound. 

He is well known for his performance on Penn & Teller in March 2021 where he was able to successfully fool the iconic duo. He was not only awarded the trophy, but also the opportunity to perform his magic at their Rio Casino show in Los Vegas.

The prestigious London Magic Circle awarded John - Associate Member of the Inner Magic Circle (AIMC) with silver star - the highest level possible to achieve when joining the club though magical examination. He has also won the title of “Close-Up Magician Of The Year” in 2021 at the Medway Magic Society's annual competition and is a past winner of both "The Best Entertainment in Lincolnshire" and "The Best Entertainment in Yorkshire" awards at the Wedding Industry Awards which is voted by the public.