Penguin Magic Podcast

Giancarlo Bernini has released a brand new book on the concept of Dual Reality. It features some incredible ideas that are useful not just for mentalists but also for magicians. The ideas are so good that the pioneer of Dual Reality, Kenton Knepper, wrote the introduction to the book. It's a fascinating conversation that everyone should take a listen to.

Kyle Purnell stops by the show to discuss the Penguin Lecture he just filmed, some new tricks he is about to put out, and to take a deep dive into creativity. Kyle recently gave a camp-wide lecture to the youth at Tannen's Magic Camp and shares his approach to creativity that may open your eyes to how you create bespoke pieces of magic. Also, he talks about how he wants to be a dancer.

Mike Eaton is an in demand restaurant magician, seasoned pitch shop guy, and part of the cast of The Magician's Table; a touring show currently rocketing around the United States. He drops by the podcast to discuss performing daring magic, the best way to approach a restaurant, and life on the road in a touring show.

Mike’s E Book: https://my.flowlance.com/eatonmagic1212/marketing-your-magic-e-book

Franco Pascali was a member of the Junior Program at The Magic Castle and has become a rare blend of hyper-visual cardistry practitioner and hands-off mentalist. Franco's style is marked by contrast, and his audiences go crazy for it. He joins the show to discuss aesthetics, creativity, and his show at The Roosevelt.

David Newell has grown up on screen in the Penguin Live Lectures, traveled as a part of a successful comedy magic double act, and now he's one of the resident magicians at one of the premier venues in the world for showcasing close-up magic. He's a fast rising star in the magic world, and he shares his experiences on this week's show. At the end of the show Erik gives a brief recap of Magic Live 2026 and discusses a new social feature on the Penguin Website.