About The Magic Book Podcast

Celebrating books that teach, illuminate, and celebrate the art of magic and mentalism.

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Judge Gary Brown: Inventive Magician, Historian, and Author
January 10, 2025x
10
54:1149.61 MB

Judge Gary Brown: Inventive Magician, Historian, and Author

In this episode of The Magic Book Podcast, United States district judge and accomplished magician Gary Brown discusses his journey from "accidental biographer" to respected magic historian. He shares insights on writing " The Coney Island Fakir, " researching Henry Slade, and authoring innovative b...

Philip David Treece: CollectingMagicBooks.com
December 21, 2024x
9
46:4942.86 MB

Philip David Treece: CollectingMagicBooks.com

Magic historian and bookseller Philip David Treece discusses founding CollectingMagicBooks.com , publishing works on iconic London magic shop Ellisdons, and preserving magic's printed heritage. He shares insights from his conservation background, approach to curating rare books, and publishing proj...

Margaret B. Steele: The Great Boomsky
November 17, 2024x
8
50:2346.13 MB

Margaret B. Steele: The Great Boomsky

Historian Margaret B. Steele discusses her groundbreaking book " The Great Boomsky " on The Magic Book Podcast, uncovering previously untold stories of African American performers in Alexander and Adelaide Herrmann's magic shows during the segregation era. Margaret shares insights from her research...

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A Treat for Lovers of Magic!

Host Adrian Tennant has given a marvelous gift to the magic world: The Magic Book Podcast. Having listened to several episodes, I’ve been astonished by the thoughtful dialogue and inspiring discussions. Adrian, a gentle but well-prepared host (who can really ask for more?) has secured interviews with learned guests a...

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Wonderful Podcast

This is a terrific podcast. Adrian Tennant is the perfect interviewer. He asks thoughtful questions and then allows his guests to answer them. Too many podcast hosts seem to think that the podcast is about themselves. The want to have the final (Magic) Word. Adrian in confident enough to allow his guests do the talking...

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The Magic Book Podcast

A wonderful treat for magic enthusiasts. The production quality is excellent and the content is great. Well done. I am looking forward to the next episode.