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by I.M. Magician
May 5th, 2022, 1:56 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Topas on Britain’s Got Talent
Replies: 18
Views: 1858

Re: Topas on Britain’s Got Talent

Does anyone remember the name of the guy who attempted to escape from a clear box/coffin which was buried in concrete? The weight of the concrete broke through the clear box and suffocated him.
by I.M. Magician
May 1st, 2022, 9:16 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Shimada has passed away
Replies: 2
Views: 1106

Shimada has passed away

I am sad to report that Haruo Shimada has passed away at age 81.

Not only was he, as a magician/performer, a consummate professional but he was also a very nice man.

I had the privilege and pleasure of meeting him in the seventies and he was very kind to me and I never forgot that.

RIP Mr. Shimada
by I.M. Magician
February 27th, 2022, 10:12 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2025 - Russia or China ...
Replies: 43
Views: 5855

Re: FISM 2025 - Russia or China ...

If I am not mistaken, Jack Chanin was from Ukraine.
by I.M. Magician
February 7th, 2022, 2:55 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: The Word Magic
Replies: 42
Views: 4392

Re: The Word Magic

Have honestly never understood the fascination with this (See Paul Wilson's boring "Our Magic" Documentary, where he wastes potentially great interviews with stellar talent by forcing them to answer this somewhat vague, kinda useless question.) I have to agree with that Chris! I found it ...
by I.M. Magician
February 7th, 2022, 9:28 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: The Word Magic
Replies: 42
Views: 4392

Re: The Word Magic

Talk about opening a can of worms. :lol:
by I.M. Magician
February 6th, 2022, 11:15 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: The Word Magic
Replies: 42
Views: 4392

Re: The Word Magic

How about…

Something taking place which our empirical experiences tell us is not supposed to be possible under normal circumstances.
by I.M. Magician
January 6th, 2022, 6:51 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Disappearing Magic Cafe!
Replies: 21
Views: 3866

Re: Disappearing Magic Cafe!

Sometime yesterday morning, I saw a message on there saying that they are down for some kind of maintenance. Then, when I attempted to get on there sometime in the afternoon, the thing you see now replaced the original message. So, it looks like they plan to return after whatever is being done is co...
by I.M. Magician
December 23rd, 2021, 6:24 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Teacup Cylinder and Coins by Koudai
Replies: 8
Views: 1074

Re: Teacup Cylinder and Coins by Koudai

That was a nice routine!

May I ask who makes the best Cylinders these days?
by I.M. Magician
November 19th, 2021, 6:30 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: A Note Regarding the Upcoming Copperfield Museum Book
Replies: 109
Views: 16924

Re: A Note Regarding the Upcoming Copperfield Museum Book

So many are distracted with all of this real or not real signature stuff that you missed the flash sale Amazon had offering the book for $20.

No signature of any kind and no Orson Welles section. Just a great low price!
by I.M. Magician
November 14th, 2021, 4:35 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Ricky Jay Book
Replies: 15
Views: 2759

Re: New Ricky Jay Book

Richard Kaufman wrote:Mine came last week. Felt like I was unwrapping a mummy!


Kind of like that and a wonderful approach. It certainly did the trick!
by I.M. Magician
November 8th, 2021, 4:05 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Ricky Jay Book
Replies: 15
Views: 2759

Re: New Ricky Jay Book

No disappointment with this beautiful release! Just as shown in the ad. Big, bold, and top quality. And oh…much care was taken to protect it during transit so it would arrive in pristine condition. Between this and the Copperfield book, the fall season has been kind in its book offerings to us magic...
by I.M. Magician
November 8th, 2021, 3:49 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: A Note Regarding the Upcoming Copperfield Museum Book
Replies: 109
Views: 16924

Re: A Note Regarding the Upcoming Copperfield Museum Book

I went with the B&N Exclusive with the added Orson Welles material. A beautifully produced book throughout IMO. What one may call a coffee table book. Nice to be able to buy a book of this caliber at such an affordable price!
by I.M. Magician
October 30th, 2021, 10:51 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Ricky Jay's Collection
Replies: 50
Views: 8161

Re: Ricky Jay's Collection

Thanks for sharing that Joe. Well worth a couple of listens!

His dedication to his interests is obvious and we all benefited from it. Boy was he focused!
by I.M. Magician
October 9th, 2021, 10:56 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Fred Kaps Book on Sale!
Replies: 6
Views: 1709

Re: New Fred Kaps Book on Sale!

Maybe Dick will come on here and let us know if he was involved and if not, why not. I agree that accuracy is indeed important for obvious reasons but unfortunately, many if not most books have some degree of inaccuracies. In essence, nothing is perfect. It seems that a second book is planned for a ...
by I.M. Magician
October 8th, 2021, 9:35 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Fred Kaps Book on Sale!
Replies: 6
Views: 1709

Re: New Fred Kaps Book on Sale!

Here’s a book I am looking forward to! I am hoping that it is an accurate factual read. Magic history for me is and has always been a major part of my development as a magician. This one is essential! And oh…I am concerned that upcoming magic hobbyists tend to not care about our history. I blame it ...
by I.M. Magician
September 6th, 2021, 11:51 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Ricky Jay Book
Replies: 15
Views: 2759

Re: New Ricky Jay Book

Peter Ross wrote:My mistake for not reading further down. I'm relieved to see no exploitation here.

And please don't buy Bob Ross merchandise.


I just finished watching the Bob Ross documentary. All I can say is WOW and BUMMER!!

Interesting that Bob’s son Steve kept referring to his dad as Bob and not dad.
by I.M. Magician
September 6th, 2021, 10:02 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Ricky Jay Book
Replies: 15
Views: 2759

Re: New Ricky Jay Book

For me, if Conjuring Arts offers it, I trust that all is good and fair.

I happen to be a fan of Conjuring Arts and stand by them. They produce some important printed matter and have an excellent track record as far as I know.

Very much looking forward to this new book. A very pleasant surprise!
by I.M. Magician
September 6th, 2021, 3:13 pm
Forum: Tenyo
Topic: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108
Replies: 9
Views: 4084

Re: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108

Chances are, what you got for $15 is a cheap inferior unauthorized copy of the real thing. Or, maybe you found a used and possibly incomplete real one. Is there a significant difference between the real thing and a cheap copy? Absolutely! In most cases, you get what you pay for. Anyway, enjoy whatev...
by I.M. Magician
September 5th, 2021, 11:21 pm
Forum: Tenyo
Topic: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108
Replies: 9
Views: 4084

Re: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108

Stever Cobb wrote:Let him keep looking, and raise your price.


Or sell it to someone else.

He who hesitates…
by I.M. Magician
September 5th, 2021, 9:31 pm
Forum: Tenyo
Topic: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108
Replies: 9
Views: 4084

Re: Looking for Tenyo - Soft Coins T-108

I offered him a brand new one for $50 but he prefers to keep looking.
by I.M. Magician
August 6th, 2021, 8:29 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Looking for Mark Teufel magic
Replies: 0
Views: 409

Looking for Mark Teufel magic

I am hoping to acquire some pieces made by Mark Teufel in excellent to like new condition. If you have any of his magic you are willing to sell or possibly trade, please PM me.

Thank you!
by I.M. Magician
August 4th, 2021, 8:22 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Why I'm Leaving Magic; Not Renewing Genii
Replies: 36
Views: 6849

Re: Why I'm Leaving Magic; Not Renewing Genii

This is to announce that I will be leaving magic this evening from 8:59 to 11:15 eastern time.

Please stand by…thank you!
by I.M. Magician
July 9th, 2021, 7:16 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Pam Thompson in Hospice care
Replies: 6
Views: 1747

Re: Pam Thompson in Hospice care

Well, it’s official.

RIP Pam.
by I.M. Magician
July 8th, 2021, 5:49 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Pam Thompson in Hospice care
Replies: 6
Views: 1747

Re: Pam Thompson in Hospice care

I completely agree that her role as a magician’s assistant was much more than holding things and carrying things on and off stage. Her persona was very funny and added to the entertainment and laughter received by watching the performance. We are now speaking of her in the past tense. Any confirmati...
by I.M. Magician
June 27th, 2021, 10:07 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven
Replies: 87
Views: 18351

Re: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven

So, how is Max doing?
by I.M. Magician
June 10th, 2021, 10:39 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Chop Cup and TSA
Replies: 6
Views: 1662

Re: Chop Cup and TSA

I have a story about me flying with way more than just a cup! Some time after 911, I was going through a checkpoint at the airport and I was carrying on my person a small pouch full of brass and other assorted metal tricks. I placed them in the usual container and they were now in the hands of a sec...
by I.M. Magician
June 3rd, 2021, 6:10 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven
Replies: 87
Views: 18351

Re: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven

Please allow me to mention that perhaps the most important time for Max to have company and someone to lean on is right after he leaves the hospital. Many get depressed after leaving and going home. So, that is a great time to cuddle him so to speak. Therefore, when he is released, we should focus o...
by I.M. Magician
June 2nd, 2021, 9:01 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven
Replies: 87
Views: 18351

Re: Sending good thoughts to Max Maven

For me, Max is from the intellectual place in the art of magic. When he speaks, we listen and learn.

The very best to you for a quick and complete recovery Max!
by I.M. Magician
April 13th, 2021, 8:45 pm
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: World's Largest Rabbit Stolen
Replies: 5
Views: 4418

Re: World's Largest Rabbit Stolen

I hope that hefty fella is found safe and sound.

They may need a bigger hat!
by I.M. Magician
January 21st, 2021, 4:11 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

I actually thought that Letterman was funny in that segment. Although I understand what you are saying Alfred and do agree to some extent, I can imagine how annoying it would be if I was on national television and the host was interfering with my performance. No doubt about it, I.M. When a host cro...
by I.M. Magician
January 21st, 2021, 3:00 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

I actually thought that Letterman was funny in that segment.

Although I understand what you are saying Alfred and do agree to some extent, I can imagine how annoying it would be if I was on national television and the host was interfering with my performance.
by I.M. Magician
January 21st, 2021, 12:13 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

Roth is to coin magic what Vernon, Marlo and Bill Malone are to card magic. I learned my basic coin sleights by studying David back in the early and mid-nineties. My most valuable takeaway was the importance of mastering the fundamentals (still a work in progress, ha ha). It's amazing what you can ...
by I.M. Magician
January 17th, 2021, 7:29 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP Joe Porper
Replies: 4
Views: 1505

RIP Joe Porper

I just got word that Joe Porper passed away today of covid.
by I.M. Magician
January 17th, 2021, 3:08 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

I am now praying that someone loving takes ownership and excellent care of his cat Neppi. If I could adopt Neppi, I surely would but circumstances do not allow for that to happen unfortunately. That is a kind sentiment, I.M. Cats are the cat's meow! And great news, Michael, your post must have done...
by I.M. Magician
January 17th, 2021, 12:12 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

I am now praying that someone loving takes ownership and excellent care of his cat Neppi.

If I could adopt Neppi, I surely would but circumstances do not allow for that to happen unfortunately.
by I.M. Magician
January 17th, 2021, 10:26 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

Thanks for both links, Brad. Robert Klein is the perfect host. Not sure how you decided that! He seemed to be stepping on David’s presentation at first and David seemed to be annoyed with him. Then, Klein calmed down and allowed David to do his presentation. At least, that is how I viewed that segm...
by I.M. Magician
January 16th, 2021, 9:55 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

Thanks for sharing that Alfred! It was David at an important time in his career. A young extremely talented magician making his rounds all over the place performing his magic.
by I.M. Magician
January 16th, 2021, 11:42 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

Has anyone seen the cause of death anywhere?
by I.M. Magician
January 15th, 2021, 10:12 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: RIP David Roth
Replies: 49
Views: 14784

Re: RIP David Roth

How sad...he was only 68!

I had a wonderful conversation with him several years back and really appreciated having the opportunity to do so. I still think about the things we discussed that day.

He was a regular guy and a really nice guy as well as an excellent magician.

Very sad day...
by I.M. Magician
January 13th, 2021, 12:33 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Interview with David Regal
Replies: 12
Views: 3930

Re: Interview with David Regal

I agree Joe! I am also a big fan of his.

His style and clever creations are a pleasure!!

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