Two Magicians Pod

Our good buddy Taylor Hughes fills in as co-host because Simon Coronel got stuck in China with no good wifi. We discuss his podcast About to Break (https://www.abouttobreakpodcast.com), a new show he created where all the performers have to do new material, knowing when it is necessary to make your show more mainstream, his history with magic as a former church leader, how to fill up a slow summer and much more!

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Family Guy S12E06 "Life of Brian"

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Michael Rayner has been on America’s Got Talent, The Late Late Show with James Corden, The David Letterman Show, Sesame Street, The Extreme Gong Show, Thirty Seconds to Fame, as well as written and produced television for Nickelodeon. He is one of the most unique and memorable variety performers working today. Follow him @brokenjuggler

Opening Clip:

Parks and Rec

S03 E07

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Opening Clip:

Big Mouth

S01 E02

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Scot Nery produces and stars in “Scot Nery’s Boobietrap”, the longest running variety show in LA. He is a renowned juggler, comedian, performance artist, and host. He has appeared on The Tonight Show, at the HBO Comedy Festival, and in films for Disney, Sony and the hit horror spoof Scary Movie 5.

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Opening Clip: Detroiters S01E05

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Nick and Simon are back for 2018 to discuss their recent experiences on cruise ships, corporate events, the Chicago Magic Lounge, sold out shows to Nick’s family, a love/hate relationship with social media, the conclusion to Simon’s China money story, know why you want to do the thing you do, what is success, Nick and Simon both performing at The Magic Castle Jan 2-7 2018, meaning of packs big plays small, why audiences are now craving skill in magic, the importance of collaboration, growing as a performer by taking advice, being interesting and engaging on and off stage and much more!

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In this episode Simon Coronel and Nick Paul discuss; Magic as arts and crafts, attention in the details, playing to the smartest people in the room, social media focus equals less show focus, existentialism and magic, working cruise ships, real art on stage and praise for: The Lampshades, Karl Herlinger and Billy the Mime, as well as the full amazing story of Simon’s China money!

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Opening Clip:

Lady Dynamite S2E01

In this episode Simon and Nick have a ceremony to commemorate The House of Magic closing it’s doors, discuss more about China, gigs you do for pleasure vs. gigs for money, cruise ship gigs, zen philosophy, business side of magic vs personal side, hating the phrase, “Do what you love and never work a day in your life”, Rick and Morty season three, fandom culture, adjusting to an audience’s energy, taking compliments, YouTube criticism and much more!

Opening Clip:

The West Wing: Season 6, Episode 8

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This is a cross over combination episode with Taylor Hughes' amazing About to Break podcast.

Taylor Hughes is a full time entertainer with over 20 years of performance experience. He is a featured act on the television series “Masters of Illusion” and was recently presented the awards for “Best Illusion” “Best Comedy Magic” & “Best Showmanship” by the Society of American Magician’s in Los Angeles.

Opening Clip:

'Seinfeld Before Seinfeld' on Netflix

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Eric Buss has entertained and amazed audiences worldwide. His innovative and high-energy brand of comedy and magic has earned him some of the industry’s top awards, and a reputation as one of the funniest and most original magicians working today. TV Credits Include: America’s Got Talent, The Late Show with David Letterman, Wizard Wars, and Just for Laughs Comedy Festival.

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In today's episode Simon Coronel and Nick Paul discuss the pros and cons of going full time professional in your art form. Taking the leap leaving a real job, knowing how it will effect you mentally, finding happiness outside of work, marketing, being business savvy, knowing what types of gigs and clients you want to go after, knowing it's ok NOT to go pro and discussion on the book: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck and the TV show Rick and Morty.

Opening Clip: Master of None S02E07

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