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- January 6th, 2013, 10:53 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: 2012 In Review
- Replies: 46
- Views: 10009
Re: 2012 In Review
Nice recap. Perfect reading over my Sunday morning coffee. Thanks Dustin.
- September 28th, 2012, 11:33 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Magic Happenings in Washington DC?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2082
Re: Magic Happenings in Washington DC?
There are no more shops in DC now that Barry's just closed. In Baltimore, just a short drive up 95 you have Denny's (<!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.dennymagic.com">www.dennymagic.com</a><!-- w -->) and the Magic Warehouse ( <!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.magicwarehous...
- September 17th, 2012, 3:58 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Teller in Esquire
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2841
- August 24th, 2012, 11:54 am
- Forum: Link Watch
- Topic: Juggling Barkeep...
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3867
- July 20th, 2012, 4:11 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: For Sale: Mark Setteducatti's MAGIC SHOW Book
- Replies: 1
- Views: 862
- July 20th, 2012, 9:47 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Six ...fism 2015 goes to italy
- Replies: 155
- Views: 47338
Re: FISM 2012 - Day Six
Richard Kaufman wrote:Quentin wrote: "... I do find arses sticking out the top of jeans offputting."
DITTO!
Depends on the arse. Context, remember.
- July 18th, 2012, 10:22 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Six ...fism 2015 goes to italy
- Replies: 155
- Views: 47338
Re: FISM 2012 - Day Six
Woody Aragon's from the USA. That's quite a southern accent he has.
Also, what's Micro Magic and how's it different from Close-up?
Also, what's Micro Magic and how's it different from Close-up?
- July 18th, 2012, 8:54 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: An Open Letter to Derek Lever from Wittus Witt
- Replies: 32
- Views: 12488
Re: An Open Letter to Derek Lever from Wittus Witt
Simple. If you weren't happy, ask for a refund I'm not sure "it was [censored]" is grounds for a refund, legally. I've yet to see anyone post saying they thought it was good. That's true, but I think Tim's right. Based on what's been reported from several different people, all saying basi...
- June 7th, 2012, 1:44 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paper balls over the head
- Replies: 22
- Views: 5595
Re: Paper balls over the head
One of the important points of Slydini's routine is what he did with the left hand as the right hand was up. It's actually difficult to watch the left hand because your eyes want to watch the ball/paper flying over the specs head.
- May 23rd, 2012, 9:33 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Jamy Ian Swiss comment in latest GENII
- Replies: 61
- Views: 13617
Re: Jamy Ian Swiss comment in latest GENII
Relax Mr. Harry, it was just a friendly little gibe. Nothing more. Nothing less. And Ian described it perfectly. Sorry for not standing by to field your queries. Lesson learned.
My condolences Ian for you loss.
My condolences Ian for you loss.
- May 23rd, 2012, 3:37 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Jamy Ian Swiss comment in latest GENII
- Replies: 61
- Views: 13617
Re: Jamy Ian Swiss comment in latest GENII
Harry Lorayne wrote: At the end of Jamy's review of one of my APOCALYPSE volumes....
NEW MEME: Lorayne's Law - "An online magic thread has reached its ultimate usefulness when a Harry Lorayne publication get's mentioned."
- April 18th, 2012, 2:48 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
- April 18th, 2012, 12:58 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
What an interesting piccadilly this is. Mr. Richard Kaufman is afraid of getting in hot water. People who are members can't post anything about it. People who aren't members shouldn't post anything about it. Very interesting indeed.
- April 18th, 2012, 11:34 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- April 18th, 2012, 9:27 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
Matthew Field wrote:I wish more companies, in and out of magic, were like this.
I really wish I could say the same thing. Just wasn't my experience, sad to say.
- March 14th, 2012, 3:41 pm
- Forum: Link Watch
- Topic: Soldier's Deck of Cards
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3763
Re: Soldier's Deck of Cards
I'm working on the Satanic version: "... and when I see the nine of spades, it reminds me of the nine circles of Hell ...." I do a cutting to the aces routine where I lead-in with a quick recitation of the Soldier's Prayer book. However, when they cut the deck into three piles, they get 6...
- February 28th, 2012, 8:59 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
For completeness sake, I wanted to post that I did receive notice that a refund is being processed. I respectfully expressed my disappointment in their mandatory auto rebilling policy. It seems very distrustful of customers who have just happily paid you almost $150. It's funny that they trust me to...
- February 27th, 2012, 4:55 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
I asked for my money back and haven't received it yet. It's only been about 24 hrs (which is plenty of time to refund via paypal) but I'll hold off for another day before taking further actions.
- February 27th, 2012, 8:55 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
Either jump on board or not. Don't spend your time raining on my parade before it even starts. If you want your parade to be bathed in constant sunshine, then don't read or research anything your about to purchase or undertake. I will, however, give my honest opinion of a product or company when ap...
- February 26th, 2012, 11:54 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
I think it's funny that you Richard, didn't receive a similar email when you cancelled the automatic payment. Guess the adage "Never pick a fight with a guy that buys ink by the barrel" applies here.
- February 26th, 2012, 9:08 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
- Replies: 429
- Views: 106158
Re: Real Secrets Trick of the Month Club...
I cancelled my automatic renewal and this is what I received: We received notice that you cancelled the automatic payment feature of your application. Membership is, in part, based upon this traditional recurring subscription structure. You will not be billed until the appropriate time for renewal. ...
- February 12th, 2012, 8:44 am
- Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
- Topic: So how deceptive is the balloon swallow, really?
- Replies: 32
- Views: 29161
Re: So how deceptive is the balloon swallow, really?
mrgoat wrote:I always thought it was a gag. I didn't think anyone actually ever thought the balloon was swallowed. But if anyone *could* do it I could get them a lot of work in my industry.
I think THIS was on the Playboy Channel.
- January 16th, 2012, 9:28 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: A Little Bit of Movie Magic
- Replies: 2
- Views: 853
- January 4th, 2012, 11:27 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Andy Nyman!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1798
- January 4th, 2012, 9:01 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Andy Nyman!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1798
Re: Andy Nyman!
I actually like the Mindreader app. One of the few good magic apps in my opinion. Everyone thinks iPhones can just 'hear' what the card is if spoken, and this app eliminates that...which is nice.
- January 1st, 2012, 5:25 pm
- Forum: Other Magic Publications
- Topic: Something troubling in Steinmeyer's new book
- Replies: 123
- Views: 45282
Re: Something troubling in Steinmeyer's new book
Chris Aguilar wrote:Sorry Jeff E., I'll try to be a little less repetitive about it.
Boy, while that would be nice, all evidence based on past performance indicates that's not likely.
- January 1st, 2012, 3:06 pm
- Forum: Other Magic Publications
- Topic: Something troubling in Steinmeyer's new book
- Replies: 123
- Views: 45282
Re: Something troubling in Steinmeyer's new book
Re. sprongshift's post. Part of the problem is that many in our "world" seem to have a problem to differentiate between analyzing the work of others and making use of the work of others in their own performances. Stereotype much Tom? Without knowing what you consider "many" or h...
- December 29th, 2011, 9:55 pm
- Forum: Link Watch
- Topic: A nice short film
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3173
- October 19th, 2011, 9:33 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: I Never Would Have Believed This ...
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6989
Re: I Never Would Have Believed This ...
Matt,
I'd love to hear the other nine books on your list. :)
I'd love to hear the other nine books on your list. :)
- October 14th, 2011, 9:00 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Matt Field Honored
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2632
- October 13th, 2011, 10:49 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Tenyo Tricks for 2012--HOLY CRAP!
- Replies: 66
- Views: 16416
Re: Tenyo Tricks for 2012--HOLY CRAP!
Saw Mark's lecture at Magic Live. Very interesting. Having those two big brains in the same room would be incredible!
- October 11th, 2011, 10:30 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Lance Pierce - Baltimore - Wednesday
- Replies: 2
- Views: 880
Lance Pierce - Baltimore - Wednesday
Lance Pierce will be lecturing at the Magic Warehouse on Wednesday, October 12th 7:00pm. This will be a fantastic lecture. Lance is a performer, author, editor, teacher, creator and consultant, specializing in the practice of sleight of hand in close-up and platform. He was a featured entertainer at...
- September 27th, 2011, 6:43 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Tony Cabral - Baltimore Oct 2nd
- Replies: 1
- Views: 796
Re: Tony Cabral - Baltimore Oct 2nd
Howard has announced a special deal... Sign up for both Tony Cabral (Sunday Oct 2nd) and Lance Pierce (Wed Oct 12th) and save $10.
Call or email Howard to sign up now!
Call or email Howard to sign up now!
- September 25th, 2011, 9:03 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Tony Cabral - Baltimore Oct 2nd
- Replies: 1
- Views: 796
Tony Cabral - Baltimore Oct 2nd
Sunday October 2nd - Tony Cabral Tony Cabral has long been a well-kept secret among a select few card workers. Now he's finally sharing some of his favorite routines. Join us Sunday October 2nd at the Magic Warehouse in Owings Mills MD for a great lecture on amazing card magic. His material is so g...
- September 15th, 2011, 7:23 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Magic -- Page by Page
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3452
- August 25th, 2011, 7:24 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: So, How was MAGIC Live?
- Replies: 117
- Views: 20961
Re: So, How was MAGIC Live?
Jeff (or anyone else who saw Johnny Thompson lecture): did he fully explain his combination of the Nemo 1500 wallet and the Koran 5 Star Miracle? Is it described in his lecture notes? Finally, did he mention anything about the book he is working on? Thanks! No he didn't go over that effect with the...
- August 24th, 2011, 2:11 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: So, How was MAGIC Live?
- Replies: 117
- Views: 20961
Re: So, How was MAGIC Live?
Magic Live Sunday - I arrive around 3pm and check in to the hotel and the convention. I immediately see a few recognizable and friendly faces like Mike Close, Barrie Richardson, the Buck twins and Brad Henderson. I've never been to a big convention before and I'm attending this one to help a friend ...
- July 15th, 2011, 4:43 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: New Dai Vernon DVD ReleasedI
- Replies: 87
- Views: 19158
Re: New Dai Vernon DVD ReleasedI
Bill, despite your vast library and instrumental experience, here's a little history lesson from the JazzinAmerican.org lesson plan: JAZZ BEGINNINGS I. Jazz's African Root A. A functional role From 1619 to well into the 1800s, slaves were brought to the Americas from Africa where music played a func...
- July 15th, 2011, 11:45 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: New Dai Vernon DVD ReleasedI
- Replies: 87
- Views: 19158
Re: New Dai Vernon DVD ReleasedI
The development of jazz had nothing to do with slavery and everything to do with the cultural intermixing of highly trained Creole musicians and post-reconstructionalist blacks who flooded into New Orleans from the plantations. Blues development had really nothing to do with Slavery either. It was ...
- July 14th, 2011, 10:56 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: The passing of a friend
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5833
Re: The passing of a friend
I have a disc of an Ellicott City, MD magician, Ralph Fowler, doing the Senile Sorcerer at the Magic Castle in the in 90's. Ralph knew Earl Canap but I don't know if he bought it from him.