Phil and Ian are joined by Shawn Farquhar and Jon Ornoy to talk about their film; Lost In The Shuffle.  More info and Kickstarter available at www.lostintheshufflefilm.com   Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Magicians Advice Podcast

Ep 164: Lost In The Shuffle with Shawn Farquhar and Jon Ornoy

Join Phil and Ian as they catch up now that gigs have started again in full force here in the UK. Find out about one of Ian's worst gigs ever at a petting zoo. Also find out some of the latest purchases we have made and routines we are currently working into our sets. Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep163. Three people for 90 Minutes.

Join Phil and Ian as they talk about building a character. How do you work out your character? Do you perform as yourself or as someone else? What makes a character interesting?   Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP162: Building Your Character with Phil Taylor and Ian Brennan

Have you ever wondered how to raise your magic to the next level and attract the higher paying bookings? Look no further! Sean Taylor joins your host Ian Brennan and shares his years of expertise.  In this podcast international magician Sean Taylor shares his tips for attracting the top clients, working with agents, restaurant magic, improving your offering to attract and maintain the next level of gigs! Tune in to find out how Sean uncovers what the client really needs and how he makes himself invaluable to the bookers. There is even a funny story about an exploding toilet routine. Sean is not only a successful performer but also a magic creator, lecturer and convention organiser. More about Sean here: Sean Taylor Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP161: Sean Taylor. Taking your Magic Business To The Next Level.

Ian and Phil are joined by Louise Andrée Douglas. Louise is a Scottish magician with a huge range of experience; having performed on TV, close up and on stage, Louise is currently performing in the West End with 'Wonderville'!  In this episode Louise talks about her journey so far, her advice on getting experience in magic, and how playing the role of both magician and assistant has lead to her success so far.  Louise Andree  Louise Andrée. | Magician & Illusionist (louiseandree.com) Tickets available from Wonderville Magic & Illusion Tickets | Events in 2021-22 | Ticketmaster UK Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP160: Louise Andrée: TV, Stage, Close Up & The West End

Ian Brennan and Phil Taylor chat with Chris Cox about Wonderville - an amazing magic and variety show based in the Palace Theatre in the glitzy West End of London! Tickets available from Wonderville Magic & Illusion Tickets | Events in 2021-22 | Ticketmaster UK Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep159: Chris Cox Talks 'Wonderville'

How to survive performing in Secondary schools - Top advice from those in the know. Join us for a special 4 way conversation between Phil Taylor, Ian Brennan, Kieran Shepherd and David Whitney. Phil has been booked to perform in a local secondary school delivering a session which is part entertainment and part key note speech about achieving your goals. In our Facebook group there was a great discussion sharing advice and tips on how to make it a huge success. Kieran and David were fantastic and joined us on this podcast for a more in depth chat sharing their experiences and knowledge on the topic, getting Phil ready for the upcoming gig. Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP158: Secondary School Magic - Entertaining & Inspiring!

Join Phil and Ian as they talk about first gigs back after a break with Covid restrictions and cancellations. Tune in to find out about Phil's 5 Star , all day, gig for a wedding and Ian's 8 hours of table magic for a Coffee shop opening weekend.  Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP157: Gigging After Covid with Phil Taylor and Ian Brennan

In this episode Phil and Ian are joined by Mandy Davis 'Diva of Deception'. Mandy is a well known and well loved Magician both in the Magic Circle and across the globe. Mandy is one of those people who make things work in the magic world while rarely taking the spotlight or glory for herself. At any convention where Mandy is present she is surrounded by friends saying hi.  Mandy performs close up and parlour, family magic, kids shows and stage magic. In the recording Mandy speaks very honestly and sometimes brutally about her varied abilities in these different areas - a lot of us could benefit from honestly like hers! Mandy also talked about the Toastmasters society and Phil and Ian joined her for a meeting. It is a great experience and well worth checking out to improve your speaking skills. To find out more about Mandy click here. Mandy Davis – Diva of Deception   Toastmasters click here. Toastmasters International -Home Show Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP156: Mandy Davis, 'Diva of Deception'

Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice   Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP155: Dave Loosley

Mark shares his knowledge and experience of running nightclubs and magic bars. In this episode you will find lots of tips and tricks about setting up a successful magic venue, everything from choosing your performers, to keeping your customers entertained, to adapting to new Covid regulations here in the UK. This is a fantastic episode and one not to be missed.  Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice Mark Evans Illusory - info@memagic.co.uk   . Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep154: Smoke and Mirrors with Mark Bennett

Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice Mark Evans Illusory - info@memagic.co.uk   . Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep153: Ben Earl. Thinking Deeper and Performing Better

Richard Young joins Ian and Phil to chat about Stage magic, life on the road, and Richard's new release of Bob Swadling's Torn and Restored Card. Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice Mark Evans Illusory - info@memagic.co.uk   . Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

EP:152 Richard Young, Performing on Stage and Releasing Magic

Tom Crosbie talks about being the geek; Edinburgh Fringe; Cruises; and being rescued by the Cuban Military. Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice Mark Evans Illusory - info@memagic.co.uk   . Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here  Facebook group   Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep:151 Cubing on Cruises with Tom Crosbie

Easter 2021 Catch up with Phil and Ian Sponsors  The Magic Circle     Magic TV       Giggio . buy us a coffee at https://www.ko-fi.com/magiciansadvice Mark Evans Illusory - info@memagic.co.uk   . Ian's book A Voyage To Better Magic.  ianbrennanmagic@live.co.uk  Merchandise: Click Here Check out our youtube channel!  Facebook group   Click Here Magic shop Affiliate programme: Click Here Magicians' Advice Recommends Vlog: check out Click Here If you are able to support our Patreon campaign please visit Click Here If you would like to know more about Ian Brennan  Sophisticated Magic, head over to www.sophisticatedmagic.co.uk and to check out Phil Taylor, (Wedding Magician), please check out his web-site www.magicianscorner.co.uk   

Ep150: Easter 2021 Roundup

Magicians advice podcast is for magicians looking to improve the quality of their performance and to get a deeper understanding of this art we call magic. Hosted by Phil Taylor & Ian Brennan UK Magicians.

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