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Desert Island Tricks

Each week we invite one of the biggest guests in the world of magic to maroon themselves on a desert island. They are allowed to take with them 8 tricks, 1 book, 1 banishment and 1 non magic item that they use for magic! We discuss their "can"t live without" lists and why those items were chosen.Episodes are uploaded every Friday and are available via all Podcast service providers!To find out more about the team behind Desert Island Tricks, please visit: www.alakazam.co.uk

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Stranded with a Stranger: Jason Christopher

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/09/23

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!This week on Stranded with a Stranger, we bring you an extraordinary guest, Jason Christopher, a magician with over 40 years of experience. Known by many illustrious titles such as 'The Purveyor of Prestidigitation' and 'The Lithuanian Illusionist', Jason shares his secrets to mesmerising crowds with his unique blend of magic, mind reading, hypnosis, and comedy...

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Kyle Purnell

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2024/09/20

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!This episode features the incredible Kyle Purnell, a master magician and creator with over 20 years of captivating audiences and pushing the boundaries of card magic. We explore his preferred Desert Island Deck, the Butterfly Deck, a revolutionary marked deck that enables peeks that many other deck's do not allow, including instantly locating any card named by ...

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Stranded with a Stranger: AJ DeBeck

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2024/09/16

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!What hidden secrets lie in the toolkit of a magician who also pilots helicopters through the rugged terrain of the Pacific Northwest? This episode introduces AJ Debeck, a multifaceted magician and mentalist, who shares his top Desert Island tricks and the tools of his trade. From the sleek Black Roses marked cards to the indispensable magic wallets like the Ste...

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Tom Wright

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/09/13

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!*A quick note to our younger listeners. There is a bit of bad language in this episode to listen with caution* One of the UK's premier performing magicians Tom Wright graces the Alakazam Island and share with us his ultimate collection of tricks! From selecting between his own meticulously crafted routines and renowned tricks by other magicians, Tom shares...

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Stranded with a Stranger: Brian Lloyd

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/09/09

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!This mid-week edition of "Stranded with a Stranger" features the captivating Brian Lloyd from London. Influenced by icons like Penn and Teller and David Blaine, Brian shares his top eight magic tricks, including The Grail, Knock'em Dead, and Die-ceptive Do-plicity. We take a nostalgic trip to the vibrant magic scene in Covent Garden and savor iconic moments fro...

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79:40

Sam Strange | Young & Strange Part Two

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/09/06

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!In this episode, we bring you the whimsical world of Sam Strange, one half of the captivating magic duo, Young and Strange. Sam takes center stage to share the journey of their 15-year partnership, recounting memorable moments and some of is much loved illusions. You'll get an insider look at their lighthearted approach to magic and the deep camaraderie that sh...

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23:46

Stranded with a Stranger: Scott K. Ratner

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/09/02

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can a magician's essential tricks be just as practical as they are mesmerizing? Scott K. Ratner tells all in this weeks episode of "Stranded with a Stranger", a magician with nearly fifty years of experience. Scott opens his magic box to share his desert island must-haves, including the versatile Sidewalk Shuffle and his enhanced spin on the Professor's Nightma...

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Richard Young | Young & Strange Part One

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/30

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!How did Richard Young and his partner manage to fool magic legends Penn & Teller using a rather unconventional trick? Richard Young, from the dynamic magician duo Young and Strange, shares his journey from their unique audition for "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" to performing on grand stages and intimate settings alike. The insight into their creative brainst...

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23:22

Stranded with a Stranger: Rob Sweet

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/26

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Join us as we welcome Rob Sweet, also known as Sweet Deception Magic, a talented close-up magician from Coventry. Inspired by the Quick Trick Show and a cherished Paul Daniels magic set, Rob shares his journey into the magical arts, revealing a thoughtfully curated list of his favorite tricks. Featuring breathtaking routines like "Swindle" by Steve Cook and "Do...

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76:50

Kenton Knepper

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/22

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Get ready for an extraordinary journey into the world of mentalism with the legendary Kenton Knepper. Learn how Kenton's revolutionary concepts like 'Silent Influence' and 'Wonder Words' have shaped his illustrious career, and hear the fascinating story behind his essential desert island trick, Kolossal Killer. This episode promises to unravel the mysteries of ...

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Stranded with a Stranger: Scott Mackay

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2024/08/19

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can magic really be your escape hatch from the mundane? Discover how Scott McKay, a magic hobbyist from Kent, finds joy and solace in the world of illusions. In this mid-episode of "Stranded with a Stranger," Scott opens up about his love for magic, despite his self-admitted technical struggles, and shares a heartfelt list of eight tricks, one book, and a speci...

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51:11

Derren Brown | Part Two

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2024/08/15

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can moments of failure and vulnerability actually enhance a magic performance? This is something we will explore in Part Two of Derren's episode! We'll delve into ethical boundaries and the emotional depths of magic, including a deeply moving story of a fan seeking a connection with a deceased loved one. Prepare to be captivated by the intricate dynamics of tri...

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Stranded with a Stranger: Sean Rendell F. Quito

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2024/08/12

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Welcome back to our mid-main episode, episode... "Stranded with a Stranger." Our guest, a medical laboratory scientist and aspiring semi-professional magician, takes us on a magical journey inspired by the universe of Harry Potter. Sean unveils his top eight magic tricks, a must-read book, and a non-magic item that holds a special place in his heart. From the i...

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Derren Brown | Part One

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/08

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!We've got an extraordinary episode featuring the wonderful Derren Brown, who takes us through his incredible career, from the early days of close up card magic to his rise as a world-renowned mentalist and hypnotist. Listen as Derren shares his ultimate list of effects from his career including effects from his stage, television, book's and DVD's. He also recou...

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16:47

Stranded With A Stranger: Phil Tilston

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/05

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Welcome to our brand new in-between mini episode, "Stranded with a Stranger," where YOU can send in your ultimate list of eight magic tricks, a single book, and one non-magic item you'd use for magic!Our inaugural guest, Phil Tilston, a veteran magician and resident performer at Houdini's Magic Bar, kicks things off by sharing his top picks. From the classic cu...

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Adam Dadswell

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/08/01

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Ever wondered what it's like to witness magic that leaves even the best performers in awe? Join us for a mesmerising episode where we recount an extraordinary night orchestrated by Andy Frost from Derren Brown's team at the Oracle Bar. Our special guest, Adam Dadswell, takes us on his magical journey from a young performer to a mentalism maestro. Adam shares hi...

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52:35

David Jonathan

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/07/25

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can the future really be foretold with just a phone and some cards? Join us for another excellent episode as we welcome the extraordinary David Jonathan, a magician renowned for his cutting-edge phone magic and mind-bending card tricks. Discover why he loves the lotto prediction plot, where numbers selected in the past miraculously match a ticket in a photo fro...

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Chris Harding

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/07/18

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Today we are joined by Chris Harding, Close-up Magician of the Year and Magic Circle Royalty! Chris takes us on a nostalgic journey, reminiscing about the early days of popular hypnosis DVDs and his unique style choices at conventions. He shares hilarious stories and memorable collaborations with legendary magicians like Mike Vincent and Anthony Jacquin, all wh...

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Martin Peirce

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/07/11

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!What if you could turn a banana into unforgettable magical experience? Join us for an exciting episode of Desert Island Tricks as we sit down with the ingenious magician Martin Peirce. Known for his captivating and practical magic tricks, Martin shares the fascinating story behind his book test, "Lucky Numbers," and gives us a sneak peek into an upcoming releas...

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79:44

Marc Spelmann

Desert Island Tricks ·

2024/07/05

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Marc Spellman, the captivating magician best known for his performances on Britain's Got Talent and America's Got Talent, joins us for a truly wonderful episode. From his masked persona "X" to humorous fictitious crime watch appearances, Marc’s wit and charm make this a must-listen episode. Explore the timeless utility of the TT as Marc reminisces about hi...

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