Wes & Natalie interview with Drew and Donna about their lifelong journey in magic, from childhood beginnings to running a vibrant online community. Discover their insights on performing at festivals & fairs, managing a virtual magic group, and the joy of sharing magic with others.

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In this episode Wes and Natalie share updates on their family life, including summer activities, health journeys, and creative projects. They discuss the return of their magic van, the challenges of lugging equipment for shows, and the fun of family outings. The conversation also highlights a special Father's Day surprise and the lessons learned from a skateboarding mishap. As they prepare for upcoming performances, they reflect on the unexpected challenges that come with being entertainers. In this engaging conversation, Wes Iseli shares his experiences with animal performances, the challenges of farm life, and unexpected wildlife encounters. He discusses the joys and difficulties of raising animals, including a bobcat that has been causing trouble. The conversation also touches on a recent field trip to a dinosaur museum and a family outing to a ballet, highlighting the ups and downs of family life. Wes provides updates on his blogs and Patreon, emphasizing the importance of community and sharing knowledge.wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli

In this episode Wes & Natalie interview with Nicole Pearson, a musical theater director and performer, discussing her career and her work with Lana, the host's 14-year-old daughter who takes musical theater classes with her. Nicole shared her journey from starting as a singer in church at age 4 to pursuing musical theater at Belmont University, where she played Grizabella in "Cats" as a senior. The conversation covered Nicole's transition from performing to teaching, her approach to directing musical theater classes for homeschool students, and the challenges of helping students like Lana develop confidence on stage. Wes and Nicole discussed the importance of pushing children out of their comfort zones, dealing with stage fright, and the life skills students gain through performing arts, including teamwork and public speaking. They also talked about the balance between being authentic and playing characters during performances, with Wes sharing his struggles getting Lana more involved in their family magic shows despite her reluctance to perform certain tricks.wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli

Wes and Natalie conducted their third podcast interviewwith Dustin, focusing on Dustin's career as a professional blackjack cheat in Las Vegas during the 1980s. Dustin shared how he moved to Vegas with just a couple thousand dollars, studied under legendary card men including Mr. CC (described as the best blackjack cheat in the world), and worked as both a dealer and agent in sophisticated cheating operations. They discussed Dustin's two main cheating moves - the "flash" technique for gaining betting efficiency and a "stacking the deck" method that guaranteed blackjack wins about four times per 45-minute dealing session. Dustin explained the elaborate timing and psychology involved in avoiding casino surveillance, including using misdirection and coordinating with multiple team members. He described the significant differences between old-school Vegas casinos of the 1980s and modern Las Vegas, noting how much smaller and more manageable the city was back then. Dustin also announced his new podcast "Cheating at Blackjack" where he teams up with his former agent partner to share insights from their 40-year history in the casino business, and promoted his new book "How I Did It and Got Away With It" available on his website DustinMarks.com.

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This podcast episode featured legendary magician Greg Wilson discussing his career and recent projects. Greg shared details about his performances at the El Capitan Theatre, including shows for The Wizard of Oz, Maleficent, and Tomorrowland, where he demonstrated the train illusion and other magical routines. He discussed his successful acquisition of MagicAuction.com, which has grown to over 10,000 weekly visitors with new interactive features and automated bidding systems. Greg also explained his newest venture, the Secret Cabaret, a bi-weekly live streaming show performed in his warehouse studio with seven cameras. The conversation covered his extensive international touring experiences, including challenging logistics in China and other countries, as well as his family legacy in magic dating back to his parents and grandparents & Much More. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli

This podcast episode featured legendary magician Greg Wilson discussing his career and recent projects. Greg shared details about his performances at the El Capitan Theatre, including shows for The Wizard of Oz, Maleficent, and Tomorrowland, where he demonstrated the train illusion and other magical routines. He discussed his successful acquisition of MagicAuction.com, which has grown to over 10,000 weekly visitors with new interactive features and automated bidding systems. Greg also explained his newest venture, the Secret Cabaret, a bi-weekly live streaming show performed in his warehouse studio with seven cameras. The conversation covered his extensive international touring experiences, including challenging logistics in China and other countries, as well as his family legacy in magic dating back to his parents and grandparents & Much More. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli

This podcast episode featured legendary magician Greg Wilson discussing his career and recent projects. Greg shared details about his performances at the El Capitan Theatre, including shows for The Wizard of Oz, Maleficent, and Tomorrowland, where he demonstrated the train illusion and other magical routines. He discussed his successful acquisition of MagicAuction.com, which has grown to over 10,000 weekly visitors with new interactive features and automated bidding systems. Greg also explained his newest venture, the Secret Cabaret, a bi-weekly live streaming show performed in his warehouse studio with seven cameras. The conversation covered his extensive international touring experiences, including challenging logistics in China and other countries, as well as his family legacy in magic dating back to his parents and grandparents & Much More. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli

In this episode Wes and Natalie discuss Natalie's recent health update following hospital treatment, her graduation ceremony with high distinction in nutrition, and their 18-year wedding anniversary celebration. Natalie shared details about her abdominal pain management and the challenges of attending her graduation ceremony, while Wes described their anniversary dinner at a German restaurant. They also discussed Lana's musical theater performance where she directed a scene and choreographed a song, and briefly touched on upcoming vacation plans and the return of their vlog content after a break due to Natalie's health issues. The conversation concluded with an extended discussion about UFO/alien disclosure topics and government investigations into unexplained aerial phenomena.

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This podcast interview featured Glenn Macken, an electrician by trade and accomplished actor who has appeared in numerous theater productions including "A Few Good Men," "Guys and Dolls," and "1776." Glenn shared his journey into magic starting at age 11 with Houdini movies and library books, eventually joining the Society of American Magicians (SAM) Assembly #35 in Poughkeepsie where he met notable magicians like Walter Gibson and Jeff McBride. He explained how his theater career began when Jeff suggested he join community theater to build confidence, leading to roles in shows like "Forever Plaid" and working alongside Broadway performers. Glenn discussed his acting training in voice, dance, and Meisner Method techniques, and described his experience with Broadway auditions including meeting Richard Kiley. The conversation covered his dual passions for magic and theater, his extensive experience in set design and construction, and a humorous story about accidentally cutting John Barrymore's ear during a fencing scene in "I Hate Hamlet."wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli

This podcast interview featured Boris Wild, a renowned French magician known for winning FISM and fooling Penn and Teller, discussing his career journey from starting magic at age 12 to becoming a professional performer. Boris shared his background growing up in France, his mandatory military service where he worked for the Secret Service, and how he transitioned from a regular job at Playmobil to becoming a full-time magician after winning the French Grand Prix in 1996. He discussed his FISM competition experience, his long-standing relationship with the 4F convention where he was named Guest of Honor in 2008, and his current show "Crescendo" performing at Le Doublefon in Paris. Boris also explained his approach to magic, emphasizing the importance of emotional impact over technical skill & much more. wesiseli.comPatreon.com/wes_iseli