Penguin Magic Podcast
Episodes
365 episodes
Mandy Roth - The Most Powerful Woman In Magic - S7E40
Mandy Roth is the COO of Penguin Magic. In this rare interview, she discusses not only how she went from wedding photographer to the top of the largest magic production company in the world, but also shares never-revealed behind-the-scenes stor...
Jack Rhodes - Part Time YouTuber Full Time Genius - S7E39
Jack Rhodes went from a small-time YouTuber to a massively viral magic sensation, then he snagged runner-up on Britain's Got Talent, and went from a TV appearance to a successful touring show around the UK, and now he has a special of that tour...
Craig Petty - The Legacy Of Mark Mason - S7E38
Craig Petty sits down with Erik Tait in the podcast studio to discuss the legacy of Mark Mason, their favorite tricks, what it's like seeing him on the dealer's stand, and some of their favorite JB Magic Tricks. It's a deep discussion of one of...
Mark Mason - A Legend In The Dealer's Room S7E37
Mark Mason has been a fixture in dealers' rooms at magic conventions around the world for thirty years. Now he discusses how he went from a small shop in Blackpool to bringing some of the most iconic tricks in magic to your collection. He discu...
Craig Petty - State Of The Penguin - S7E36
Craig Petty stops by the show to discuss the last few months of releases. We discuss Xulio Moreno's Spongeballs tutorials, R Paul Wilson's RPW101 project, Michael Ammar's Pen Through Coin, Jeki Yoo's Acrobatic Sock, Tom Stone's Pixx, and a lot ...
Andi Gladwin - Catching Pirates - S7E35
Andi Gladwin stops by the show to talk about his new documentary Stealing Magic. According to Rolling Stone, it was one of the best films at The Tribeca Film Festival. It follows Gladwin and his merry band of magicians on the hunt for some of t...
Perseus Arkomanis - Resonance and Finding Your Voice - S7E34
Perseus Arkomanis is an incredible magician, author, and illustrator based in Athens Greece. His new lecture on adding meaning to magic and finding your voice is making waves in the magic community. Perseus shares his own journey and how you ca...
Erik Tait - AI, Bullying, and What Happened - S7E33
Erik Tait takes a slight detour on this week's podcast to address a situation that's been brewing this week. We discuss AI, how it's used at Penguin, how it shouldn't be used to alter people's images, internet bullying, and a lot more. This one...
Alan Rorrison - From Shipyards To Miracles - S7E32
Alan Rorrison is known for his clever gimmicks, insatiable curiosity, and boundless drive to innovate. In this candid interview, he shares how he went from an apprentice in the shipyards of Scotland to one of the most in-demand creators and mag...
Joan DuKore - From Ballerina To Globe Trotting Magician - S7E31
Joan DuKore is one of the hardest-working women in magic. From performing for the raiders to the Magic Castle, she blows away her audiences with wry wit and expert sleight of hand. In this episode, she discusses her approach to strolling magic,...
Dave Kaplan - The Great Kaplan & His 'Lil Surprises - S7E30
The Great Kaplan is the stage persona of the hilarious and brilliant magician Dave Kaplan. This week, he stops by the show to discuss his show, how he built a brilliant ten-minute silent act, and the history of Big Headline, the killer newspape...
Ben Seidman - Con Man and More - S7E29
Ben Seidman comes on the show to discuss his work on YouTube with Vanity Fair, consulting on the latest Now You See Me film, and his new ticketed show Con Man. Ben is one of the most in demand working performers today, and in this wide ranging ...
Erik Tait - Listener Questions! - S7E28
We are back with more listener questions. Get Erik's views on the state of restaurant magic, how to eliminate nerves, and his thoughts on Oz Pearlman performing at the White House Correspondents' Dinner!
Nick Locapo - Inside The Hand & The Eye - S7E27
The long-awaited opening of Chicago's newest magic venue, The Hand & The Eye, is finally here. Nick Locapo finally lifts the veil and tells us all about what's going on inside this incredible new venue. He tells us about their amazing showr...
Bob Sheets - The Legend Who Created Legends Speaks - S7E26
Bob Sheets is not just a legend, he's a legend who has created legends. From learning bar magic from Heba Haba Al, to creating the Jolly Jester and perfecting the Malini Card Stab, Bob has been there and done that. In this exclusive interview, ...
R Paul Wilson - A Portrait of Juan Tamariz - The Long Awaited Film - S7E25
R Paul Wilson is tantalizingly close to releasing his film about Juan Tamariz. The long-awaited film is a portrait of The Maestro, Juan Tamariz. The film is a look at magic through the lens of one of the most influential magicians alive today. ...
Rob Balchunas - The Balloon Twister's Balloon Twister! - S7E24
Rob Balchunas is an award winning balloon sculptor and magician who travels the United States creating wild creations out of nothing more than balloons, and twisting magic and inflatables into a fabulous show. This week he stops by the show to ...
Kent Axell Jr. - Adding Immersive Theater To Your Magic - S7E23
Kent Axell Jr joins the show to celebrate his third year in residence at The Mandalay Bay Casino with his show Ghost Stories. He shares with our listeners how to add immersive theater qualities to your show, how to find meaning, and how t...
Alex Kirk - Monster Magic and Running Your Own Magic Shop - S7E22
Alex Kirk is a familiar face from YouTube and the magic industry. He was with Prop Dog and one of the faces of their live streaming show for quite some time. A few years ago, he opened his own shop. In this episode, he discusses running his sho...
Cate Osborn - Catieosaurus The Magic National Tour & History of Magic - S7E21
Cate Osborn, known to her legions of fans as Catieosaurus, comes on the show to discuss her new book The ADHD Field Guide for Adults, and her new tour Wildly Unprepared. The tour takes a deep dive into the history of magic, and Cate pulls a rab...
Bill Wood - From Magic To Acting & Therapy S7E20
Bill Wood is not just an accomplished magician and comedy actor, he is also a working therapist. Bill and Erik discuss how sketch comedy and Improv as well as becoming a practicing therapist have made his magic connect with his audiences on a d...
Erik Tait - Blackpool 2026 Wrap Up - S7E19
Erik Tait recounts his, and the Penguin Team's, adventures in Blackpool 2026. Erik shows more of the new products that were Blackpool exclusives. Then he shares his favorite effects from the dealers room, and showcases the toys and tricks he bo...
Erik Tait - Live From Blackpool 2026 S7E18
Erik talks about what he is bringing to Blackpool 2026, the Penguin Magic Awards, and answers to listener questions from the UK. Live from Blackpool!
Marc DeSouoza - A Tour Of The House of Magic- S7E17
Marc DeSouza is not just an incredible magician, but one of the foremost magic collectors on the East Coast. In this exclusive podcast he takes us on a tour of the brand new venue House of Magic in Philadelphia, and shares with us an exclusive ...