The Magic Book Podcast

Professional magician and historian Mike Rose discusses documenting magic's forgotten innovators, from Joe Karson, creator of the Zombie floating ball, to Phil Thomas, Baltimore's "Ambassador of Magic." Mike reveals how Joe's early Zombies were made from glass, how Phil survived a devastating shop ...

Dr. Rebecca Josephy reveals how magic and magicians influenced detective fiction through her book examining these surprisingly interconnected art forms.

Neil Tobin discusses magician-authors who wrote detective fiction, and his upcoming annotated editions of Clayton Rawson's novels featuring The Great Merlini.

Charles Greene III discusses his book, "Ionia: Magician Princess Secrets Unlocked" and newly discovered connections between magic and early Hollywood history.

Federal judge and magician Gary Brown discusses magic history, his innovative books, and previews revelations about Alexander in his upcoming Gibecière article.

Philip David Treece discusses preserving magic's printed heritage through his online bookshop and publishing rare historical works and biographies.

Margaret Steele discusses her book, "The Great Boomsky," revealing untold stories of Black performers in the Herrmanns' touring magic shows during segregation.

Lance Rich, a magician, writer, and historian, shares his journey in the world of magic, focusing on his acclaimed book, "Neon Dreams: The Story of Las Vegas Magic."

Stand-up comedian and magician Harrison Greenbaum discusses how his experiences and observations as a performer informed the content of "You Are All Terrible."

Craig Beytien discusses his upcoming book "Petite Magia," his innovative approach to miniaturizing illusions, and the enduring appeal of physical magic books.