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r paul wilson

The peek is called SALOB and is described in my "Think Again" notes but will be in a future video project covering the think-a-card plot.

r paul wilson

A real master and a true gentleman.

Another legend gone.

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As part of the team of friends who have encouraged and helped Steve through this book's long journey; who wondered if it would ever be finished given Steve's other commitments and the enormous amount of work required by him and his family; I never imagined it would be received with anything but enth...

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Bill,

No news yet, though things going well - in for a couple of festivals and waiting to see how things develop.

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r paul wilson

Dear everyone, Today I launched the Kickstarter for my next film project and if you have a moment I'd be grateful if you could have a look: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/493864278/darkfall-death-goes-live?ref=project_share It's a film that plans to use magic methods and practical effects. We ...

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Here you go:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZlUGr_MPpA

r paul wilson

Here's an excerpt from Our Magic featuring Mahdi Gilbert:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZlUGr_MPpA

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I've approached the people involved in terms of their email addresses.

As an item of SPAM it's interesting. If it's a malicious file (likely) then the package is sophisticated and tailored but the link is for a wetransfer file.

I'll update on anything that comes from this.

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r paul wilson

Dear all, My film "Our Magic" is now available on DVD and VOD as an exclusive preview for the magic community. The film will begin rolling out for the general public in early 2015 but magicians can see it now thanks to dananaddave.com Check out http://shop.dananddave.com/our-magic.html to ...

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My new book "The Art of the Con" is released today and is available from Barnes and Noble, Amazon and all good booksellers. If you can forgive this shameless plug and are at all interested in learning how and why scams work, the promo video is below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-L8vqM...

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Have a couple available. Email me at rpaulwilson@hotmail.com.

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Dear all,

If anyone out there has a set of La Maggiore "classic" shells with smooth interior and the realistic exterior (NOT the "Organics" interior), please contact me at rpaulwilson@hotmail.com, including a picture and how much you would like for your set.

Many thanks,

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Dear all, As many of you will already know, I have been directing the film "Our Magic" for the last ten months and about to hit the edit bay to prepare the first cut in time for Magic Con 2014. There are a couple of short montages and vignettes planned for the documentary and one of these ...

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OUR MAGIC - a new documentary about the art of magic. Today, Dan and Dave Buck, Jason England and I are launching our biggest project, yet. "Our Magic" will be a documentary aimed at the public that will reveal the world of magic and magicians, giving greater access and insight than ever b...

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Dear all,

I've just released something on YouTube:

"The Magic Box" - a short film about magic and nostalgia:

http://youtu.be/DyfM7oLIlp0

Best,

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r paul wilson

Tom, I think "contains nothing of worth" is not quite correct. Consider it an opening remark in a discussion that magicians need to start talking about more openly and regularly. I genuinely think it's a great step forward to have the BBC discuss this because it does two things: First,it i...

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A new episode of our Unreal Work series is now online. Meet Mark Mason, an expert pitchman who started out as a carney before running his own crooked games, mock auctions (jam auctions) and becoming a master of the pitch game. Mark talks about these games, the art of holding a tip and the ethics of ...

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All I have to say is: I LOVE Real Secrets. I get something interesting every month to play with and think about. I experiment and try new ideas. I have something magical to introduce in discussions, shows and meetings. There are several of these I've had great fun sharing with people. Others are wai...

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I decided not to go Blackpool a few weeks ago as I needed to fly to the US on Sunday 24th (today) but, as it drew nearer on my calendar, a few friends were added to the roster of performers and it became more apparent that a one day visit, on the Friday, might be completely doable. So this is not a ...

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The fact that magicians are rejecting this book and its conclusions is easy to explain away with our disdain for exposure and side-step the real issue, as I see it. The ideas presented as facts to explain how and why magic works seem like nonsense to me and to many whom I respect. This book does not...

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I completely agree with Richard's comments on the BB blog. It's all too easy make claims about a little known subject that holds fascination with the laity. It all seems to make sense to the lay person but I found the claims to be lazy theories backed up by questionable ideas. The fact they choose t...

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Dear all, The fifth in our Unreal Work series of videos is now online. This weeks discussion is about creativity in magic. Do you need to be creative to succeed in magic and what type of creativity is most valuable? If you are enjoying these videos, we would greatly appreciate your support in subscr...

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Episode 4 of the Unreal Work is online. This week we interview our friend "Moves" who spent years with the legendary Titanic Thompson and has more than a few tales to tell. Please share with your friends in and out of magic. These videos are intended for everyone. Here's the link: <!-- m -...

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Fantastic. Brilliant. Wonderful.

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I agree with Richard and would hate to lose my Real Secrets monthly packages.

They are all fascinating and I'm completely kicking myself that I didn't have two of them with me a few days ago.

It's a fantastic bargain IMO

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Dear all,

The third Unreal Work is online.

This episode discusses the public's perception of magic and magicians.

You can find the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li8cZpa3588

Best,

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r paul wilson

As many of you know, last year Jason England and I embarked on our "Unreal Tour" around the United States to interview magicians, film collections and record new tricks and ideas for the magic fraternity. The first product of this was "The Unreal Work 2", which was released befor...

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Dear all,

Our second Unreal Work is now online:

A house filled with wonder. The collections of Richard Garriott.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ss6UdAtQT5U

Regards,

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r paul wilson

Dear all, the official version of our first Unreal Work is now available. <a class="postlink" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNGDoroJtYw">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNGDoroJtYw</a> The question comes from discussions I've had with other artists who did not believe so or...

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mwolfire - I understand your issue with slow internet speeds. I think you've convinced me that the DVD is still essential. I have pretty slow internet by comparison to many but can still watch anything i choose to stream though I have a friend who lives in the country and is stuck with the much slow...

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The Unreal Work 2 has had a fantastic "opening weekend" with excellent reviews. Thank you to everyone for your support. We have decided to keep the special offer running for the whole week, so if you buy Unreal Work 2 , Unreal Work 1 comes free but will be posted as a separate item very so...

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The Unreal Work 2 is an "on-demand" streaming video product. The typical price for a single effect or sleight, in the current marketplace, ranges from $5 to $20 on average. Any one of the items on Unreal 2 could easily be marketed for $5 or more. Unreal Work 2 includes over a dozen routine...

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I published the "Tres Ariba" count in 1996 in the original "Gypsy Monte" routine.

I noted that it was so simple and direct that it had surely been done before.

Jon just described the same handling and I'm delighted to finally know the originator.

Thanks JT

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100% guaranteed to be 100% better than FISM 2012.

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What a treat.

LJ may not have been in his prime but this is terrific material, performed by a master.

Thanks for sharing.

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I would like to second Craig's suggestion that Korea petition to host FISM 2018. Italy is where my heart lies for 2015 for many reasons but the idea of visiting Busan for 2018, for me, puts FISM back on track as an International event. The losers rarely return to the table right away but I urge Kore...

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I f****** loved it.

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"Kingmagic" as shown on this pitiful TV spot, is the name of the company stealing Kevin James' Bowling Ball effect, Joe Porper's Strong Box and Latimer's Laser routine (among many others).

So, I guess stealing whole acts is next...

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Just to clarify - the podcast referenced by "mrgoat" was recorded in January 2011 in reference to The Magicians series ONE.

Best,

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r paul wilson

I've triple dipped the Revelations video series already at this point. I bought the original tapes, I converted some of those to DVD at my own expense and I bought the new release tapes the week they came out. When the official DVDs came out I got those too. This new set includes new footage I alrea...

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