Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast
Each episode presents a reading of the next chapter from an Eli Marks mystery, along with expert interviews and fun background information.
Episodes
Magician Rob Zabrecky stops by to talk about the The Houdini Séance at The Magic Castle and the difference between being a skeptic and a debunker.
Plus, Jim Cunningham reads Chapter One from “The Ambitious Card.”
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In this episode, we’re joined by The Amazing Kreskin for a fascinating interview about his career … and then we jump into a reading of Chapter Two of “The Ambitious Card.”
And check out the link below of Kreskin performing his own version of The Ambitious Card routine!
The reading of Chapter Two starts at ...
In this episode, we’re joined by Morgan & West, two Victorian time traveling magicians … and then we jump into a reading of Chapter Three of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Three starts at 25:54
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In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Cohen (The Millionaire’s Magician) who introduces us to magician Max Malini … and then we jump into a reading of Chapter Four of “The Ambitious Card.”
Plus a quick preview of upcoming guests, including David Regal, Suzanne the Magician, and a two-part episode with Dick Cavett!
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In this episode, we’re joined by Suzanne the Magician, who talks about the great Eugene Burger and his influence on the world of magic … then we jump into a reading of Chapter Five of “The Ambitious Card.” This is followed by some chatter about a psychic reading John once had, which was used as the basis for the reading Megan gives Uncle Harry in Chapter Five. And Jim reveals the one time h...
David Regal—magician, writer, reviewer, and all-around great guy—talks about the ups and downs of creating and selling magic … some chat about Eagle Magic in Minneapolis … and then we jump into a reading of Chapter Seven of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Seven starts at 00:29:15.
Dick Cavett talks about Slydini, Doug Henning, Ricky Jay, Dai Vernon, Johnny Carson, Penn & Teller, Orson Welles, and even Groucho Marx’s encounter with Houdini! And then we jump into Chapter Nine of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Nine starts at 00:28:44
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Magician Julie Eng recounts her early years in magic, working in her father Tony Eng’s Victoria magic store, Tony’s Trick and Joke Shop. And then we jump into Chapter Ten of “The Ambitious Card.” Then we discuss Wallace of Minneapolis and other magic store experiences. And John learns about Glorpy!
The reading of Chapter Ten starts at 00:30:23
Comedian Jeff Altman talks about growing up with a father who was well-known and respected in the magic community …. his career in comedy and magic … celebrity encounters (Johnny Carson, Muhammad Ali) … the world’s best Dai Vernon impression … and more!
Then we jump into Chapter Eleven of “The Ambitious Card.”
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Comedian, actor, podcaster and college professor Wayne Federman talks about Uncle Harry’s passion hobby: comedy albums and their history … John and Jim recount memories of meeting and seeing Steve Martin, Mort Sahl, Ray Romano, The Smothers Brothers … and more! And then we jump into Chapter Thirteen of “The Ambitious Card.”
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Ventriloquist Jay Johnson offers up stories about his dear friend, Harry Anderson … and then we jump into Chapter Fourteen of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Fourteen starts at 00:32:36
LINKS
The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.c...
Comedy magicians Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte talk about the art and craft of comedy magic … And then we jump into Chapter Fifteen of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Fifteen starts at 00:38:48
LINKS
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Mike Caveney takes us through the history of one of magic’s most iconic tricks: Sawing a Woman in Half … And then we jump into Chapter Sixteen of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Sixteen starts at 00:38:50
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Carisa Hendrix (Lucy Darling) offers her perspective on creating unique characters and memorable magic … And then we jump into Chapter Seventeen of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Seventeen starts at 00:36:39.
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David Kaye (Silly Billy) provides insight into the special challenges of being a kid’s show magician; Morgan & West talk about creating a routine overnight … and then we jump into Chapter Eighteen of “The Ambitious Card.”
The reading of Chapter Eighteen starts at 00:31:00
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Tina Lenert talks about how to create, shape and hone a routine … And then we jump into Chapter Nineteen of “The Ambitious Card” (and the killer is revealed!)
The reading of Chapter Nineteen starts at 00:27:39
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