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Discourse in Magic

Jonah Babins and Tyler Williams

Jonah Babins from Discourse in Magic tackles magic’s hardest issues, theories, philosophies, discussion, and more to help you explore. He jumps into all sorts of magic, and resources, and most importantly actionable tips to help better the art and become a killer performer!

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20:49

Unleashing the Power of Past Clients

Discourse in Magic ·

2026/10/04

This episode transitions some of our best recent YouTube content into podcast form, giving you actionable business lessons you can listen to on the go. Many magicians constantly spend money trying to acquire new leads through ads, agents, or gig sites. However, the most underutilized resource in your magic business is the people who have already hired you. This episode breaks down how to properly re-engage your past clients, turn them into your biggest fans, and secure repeat bookings without

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20:44

Magicians & Margaritas

Discourse in Magic ·

2026/06/29

Welcome to the brand new series on Discourse in Magic: Magicians and Margaritas! In this inaugural episode, host Jonah Babins sits down over a margarita with Mastermind member and stellar Australian magician, Cameron Leo. Together, they pull back the curtain on Cameron’s massive business transformation. We unpack the exact trajectory that took Cameron from zero to $20K a year, and then explosive growth from $20K to over $150,000 a year doing magic full-time. If you want deep business

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15:31

AI For Magicians

Discourse in Magic ·

2026/05/28

In this solo episode, Jonah Babins reports back from the annual Mastermind Summit. Every year, Jonah takes the mastermind group to an epic, tropical destination to map out business growth, and this year they returned to a beautiful resort in Mexico. While the room tackled classic pillars like contracts, public shows, SEO, and cold email, one massive topic dominated the entire trip: Artificial Intelligence.Jonah issues a direct warning to performers: it is 2026, and running a business without

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13:35

Weaponize Your Show

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/08/17

In this episode of Discourse in Magic, Jonah Babins dives into a powerful concept from his mastermind sessions: Weaponizing Your Show. The idea is simple—make your show book you more shows. Beyond just delivering a strong performance, Jonah shares five practical tactics to turn every gig into a referral engine, rebooking machine, and review generator. If you want your performances to create momentum in your business, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can implement right away.The

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37:53

Jonah Babins: Magic’s Business Whisperer

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/03/15

This week on Discourse in Magic, we're bringing you a special repost of Jonah Babins' appearance on the Penguin Magic Podcast, hosted by Erik Tait.The post Jonah Babins: Magic’s Business Whisperer appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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9:28

Public Shows and Upcoming Tour Dates

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/03/07

Jonah Babins dives into the world of public shows, sharing his insights on why every magician should consider doing them.The post Public Shows and Upcoming Tour Dates appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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42:59

Magic and Mystery with Jonathan Levit

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/02/28

Jonah Babins sits down with Jonathan Levit to discuss his multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.The post Magic and Mystery with Jonathan Levit appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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14:14

Runnings Ads to Get Gigs

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/02/20

Jonah shares his journey and lessons learned from running Google ads in his magic business.The post Runnings Ads to Get Gigs appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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57:00

Magic and Mystery in New York with Rachel Wax

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/02/08

In this episode, Jonah sits down with Rachel Wax to discuss her journey from fashion to full-time magic, performing at Speakeasy Magick, and her creative process for developing new routines.The post Magic and Mystery in New York with Rachel Wax appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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10:52

The Preloaded Year

Discourse in Magic ·

2025/01/10

Jonah Babbins kicks off the new year with an insightful discussion about the January slump.The post The Preloaded Year appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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9:40

Rider or Die

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/11/14

In this episode of Discourse in Magic, I explore the art of crafting the perfect artist rider for your magic performances. I break down the essentials of what a rider is and why it is crucial for your event’s success. We’ll go over the key elements you should include, from sound and lighting to stage […]The post Rider or Die appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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1:08:12

The Heart of Magic With Dustin Tavella

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/11/07

Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented Dustin Tavella, winner of the 2021 season of America's Got Talent. The post The Heart of Magic With Dustin Tavella appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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6:02

The Lead Machine

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/10/31

Today we're unpacking the secrets of creating a successful lead machine for your magic business.The post The Lead Machine appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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1:07:50

The Secrets of a Master Illusionist with Reza Borchardt

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/10/24

Get ready to be amazed by the world of grand illusions with our extraordinary guest, Reza BorchardtThe post The Secrets of a Master Illusionist with Reza Borchardt appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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6:53

Marketing vs. Sales

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/10/14

Transform your magic career by distinguishing between the flashy allure of marketing and the powerhouse of sales. The post Marketing vs. Sales appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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10:30

How to Prepare for December

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/09/19

Unlock the secrets to skyrocketing your holiday bookings this year!The post How to Prepare for December appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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32:37

The Magic Behind Campers Playing Cards

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/09/12

We discuss the launch of our latest project, the Campers Playing Cards!The post The Magic Behind Campers Playing Cards appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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13:16

Why Not Corporate?

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/08/29

Learn how to diversify your magic career and discover why corporate gigs might not be the golden ticket they're often made out to be.The post Why Not Corporate? appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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1:04:18

Trade Show Magic with Danny Orleans

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/08/22

Unlock the secrets of trade show magic with Danny Orleans!The post Trade Show Magic with Danny Orleans appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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8:32

How to Start Getting Gigs

Discourse in Magic ·

2024/08/15

What if you could transform your passion for magic into a steady stream of gigs without quitting your day job? On this episode of Discourse in Magic, join me, Jonah Babins, as I reveal the secrets to getting your first paid magic performances. We’ll dissect the three pillars of a successful magician’s business: establishing authority, […] The post How to Start Getting Gigs appeared first on Discourse in Magic.

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