Discover the fascinating path of magician Joan Dukore, from early card tricks to Las Vegas stages and beyond, including her surprising career as a living statue and audiobook narrator. This episode also offers a glimpse into the fictional world of magic with another chapter from "The Linking Rings." Joan Dukore Interview starts at 00:05:54 "I Love That" starts at 00:56:48 Chapter Eleven of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:06:00 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Joan’s Magic Website: https://www.joandukore.com/ Joan’s Audiobook Website: https://www.joanreadsthings.com/ Behind the Page YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@behindthepagetheelimarkspo5241 Email Me: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact GQ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@GQVideos LA TheaterWorks: https://latw.org/title/arcadia Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Episode 510: Chapter Ten of "The Linking Rings" and A Few Minutes With… Tyler Erickson. The latest chapter of “The Linking Rings” … and then magic teacher Tyler Erickson on how he adapts his teaching for each student. A Few Minutes With… Tyler Erickson starts at 00:03:44 "I Love That" starts at 00:12:35 Chapter Ten of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:24:10 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Tyler Erickson Website: https://www.strongermagic.com/ A Few Minutes With … Tyler Erickson: https://youtu.be/GzGN08xHil4 Full Interview with Tyler Erickson: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-217-tyler-erickson-on-teaching-magic-and-chapter-seventeen-of-the-bullet-catch Email John at jgaspard (at) earthlink (dot) net Inside No. 9 Trailer: https://youtu.be/fxzN_nsxflA World War Two In Color Trailer: https://youtu.be/pDn7woGBp2M Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

From Buffalo Bob to the NSA, we cover it all with magician and mathematician S. Brent Morris … and then jump into the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.” Brent Morris Interview starts at 00:05:44 "I Love That" starts at 00:55:57 Chapter Nine of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:03:52 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Email John at jgaspard (at) earthlink (dot) net The Tour Guy: https://thetourguy.com/ Five Hours of The Shipping News: https://youtu.be/CxHa5KaMBcM Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The latest chapter of “The Linking Rings” … and then Michael Close explains his process for helping magicians get ready to appear on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us.” A Few Minutes With… Michael Close starts at 00:02:38 "I Love That" starts at 00:12:43 Chapter Eight of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:21:05 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD “Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA “Troupers” Full Movie: https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c Michael Close website: https://michaelclose.com/ Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn Original Michael Close Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-208-michael-close-talks-about-his-work-on-penn-amp-teller-fool-us-and-chapter-8-of-the-bullet-catch Send us an Email: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/contact Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Sara Ballantine talks about her father, comedy magician Carl Ballantine, and her documentary “Troupers” … and Chapter Seven of “The Linking Rings.” Sara Ballantine Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:35:56 Chapter Seven of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:45:12 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Sara Ballantine Website: http://www.saraballantine.com/ “Troupers” Trailer: https://youtu.be/Gb-YwEsY7SA “Troupers” Full Movie: https://youtu.be/weenbtwox0c Carl Ballantine in action: https://youtu.be/N5W_U4wH3Fc Carl Ballantine in action: https://youtu.be/aeH6r9QTxng Scott Land’s Carl Ballantine puppet: https://youtu.be/BPpLoF7zudQ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast “Rise” app: https://www.risescience.com/ “The Conversation” trailer: https://youtu.be/elJL5D6HTvA Conversations with Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5dCvqZe0AUcAA76jdG2Nkn

We re-visit a chat with Stan Allen, discussing the problem with exposure of magic … and then Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings.” A Few Minutes With… Stan Allen starts at 00:03:15 "I Love That" starts at 00:11:24 Chapter Six of “The Linking Rings " starts at 00:24:14 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Original Interview with Stan Allen: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-203-stan-allen-on-the-masked-magician-and-chapter-three-of-the-bullet-catch Magic Live website: https://www.magicconvention.com/ “Hal” documentary: https://hal.oscilloscope.net/ Interview with Amy Scott: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-115-filmmaker-amy-scott-on-her-documentary-hal Marc Maron’s WTF (Carlos Mencia): http://www.wtfpod.com/podcast/tag/Carlos+Mencia Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

“The Insider” podcast host and Vanishing Inc.’s Chief Marketing Officer stops by to chat about magic and more … and then Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings.” Damian Jennings Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:57:33 Chapter Five of “The Linking Rings" starts at 01:07:09 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD “The Insider” Podcast link: https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/insider-magic-podcast/ Tony Sagittarius Link: https://youtu.be/8_BftNgm9Zo The Man Who Would Be King trailer: https://youtu.be/eqZ7QfulTuU “Copenhagen” (TV version): https://youtu.be/RTn9eKfH11M “Copenhagen” (Audible version): https://www.audible.com/pd/Copenhagen-Audiobook/B00E4PK69W Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The Amazing Kreskin shares hilarious, inspiring tales of spontaneity and humor—plus, we dive into Chapter Four of The Linking Rings. A Few Minutes With… The Amazing Kreskin starts at 00:03:01 "I Love That" starts at 00:08:23 Chapter Four of The Linking Rings" starts at 00:20:43 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD The Amazing Kreskin – Full Interview: https://tinyurl.com/333z9348 Charles Grodin book (“It Would Be So Nice If You Weren’t Here”): https://www.amazon.com/Would-Nice-You-Werent-Here/dp/0688088732 Joshua Jay book (“How Magicians Think”): https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic-books/how-magicians-think/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

This episode features a conversation with Star Newman and Tyler Erickson, discussing Star's journey from theater to magic, the influence of theater on her performances, the importance of collaboration, and their shared perspectives on teaching and the future of magic. Star & Tyler Interview starts at 00:02:19 "I Love That" starts at 00:49:56 Chapter Three of "The Linking Rings" starts at 01:01:11 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Star Newman website: https://www.starnewman.com/ Tyler Erickson website: https://www.strongermagic.com/ Star on “Fool Us”: https://youtu.be/Fs3ffSYFUWw Original Tyler Erickson Interview: https://tinyurl.com/2c2sebth Joshua Malina on Sports Night: https://youtu.be/JsQBpG-3TQY London Walks: https://www.walks.com/ The Ripperologists Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Ripperologists-Audiobook/179992131X The Greyhound of the Baskervilles Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Greyhound-of-the-Baskervilles-Audiobook/109418960X Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

The next chapter of “The Linking Rings,” and then some important thoughts from Suzanne about mistakes beginning magicians often make. A Few Minutes With… Suzanne starts at 00:02:55 "I Love That" starts at 00:10:56 Chapter Two of "The Linking Rings" starts at 00:22:01 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Suzanne’s website: https://www.suzmagic.com/ A Few Minutes With … Suzanne: https://youtu.be/sKQWG8LjLVw Suzanne Original Interview: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-218-suzanne-on-learning-and-teaching-magic-and-chapter-eighteen-of-the-bullet-catch “Slings & Arrows” Trailer: https://youtu.be/8VnAGdzoiXU “Slings & Arrows” Ophelia scene: https://youtu.be/I0uVGCYRP4I Susan Coyne Interview: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/fast-cheap-interview-blog/actresswriter-susan-coyne-on-slings-amp-arrows-c97z9-arkrg “No Good Deed” Trailer: https://youtu.be/JKufPJ-JHvA Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Legendary magician Doc Eason shares his transformative journey into magic, the importance of audience connection, and heartwarming stories about his friendship with John Denver … and then Chapter One of “The Linking Rings.” Doc Eason Interview starts at 00:03:30 "I Love That" starts at 00:45:19 Chapter One of "The Miser's Dream" starts at 00:52:00 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Doc Eason website: https://doceason.com/ The Six Triple Eight: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/tyler-perry-new-netflix-movie-six-triple-eight Alan Arkin Reads “Catch-22” (Abridged): https://youtu.be/jNWsXqcPmsE Eugene Burger on Paul Daniels’ Halloween Special: https://youtu.be/Xh2r-vuNAM0 Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Dick Cavett discusses how he masterfully showcased legendary magicians on TV, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets and unforgettable moments with icons like Slydini, Ricky Jay and Teller. A Few Minutes With… Dick Cavett starts at 00:02:07 “I Love That” starts at 00:14:32 Chapter Twenty-Four (and the Epilog) of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:32 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD A Few Minutes With Dick Cavett video: https://youtu.be/3A5PXj58mIE Slydini on Dick Cavett (First Appearance): https://youtu.be/Ir-0j4YCHi8 Slydini on Dick Cavett (Second Appearance): https://youtu.be/J913AVe3adU Dick Cavett Interview Part One: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-9-dick-cavett-interview-part-one-and-chapter-eight-of-the-ambitious-card Dick Cavett Interview Part Two: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-110-dick-cavett-interview-part-two-and-chapter-nine-of-the-ambitious-card Cellini #1: https://youtu.be/_c81rxaPfWg Cellini #2: https://youtu.be/cR7sTDhNfwk Jim’s I LOVE THAT: “Watership Down” Book: https://www.simonandschuster.net/books/Watership-Down/Richard-Adams/Scribner-Classics/9780684836058 John’s I LOVE THAT: “Shooting Columbo” Book: https://bonaventurepress.com/shooting-columbo/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

On this episode of the podcast, Nick Mohammed shares his lifelong love for magic, the evolution of his comedic character Mr. Swallow, and the thrilling challenges of performing daring tricks on stage. Nick Mohammed Interview starts at 00:03:26 “I Love That” starts at 01:01:51 Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:13:14 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Nick Mohammed website: https://www.nickmohammedlive.com/ Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickmohammedy/ Mr. Swallow on Twitter: https://x.com/mrswallow Nick and Son Do Magic: https://youtu.be/j9mK4htDQ3k Mr. Swallow: https://youtu.be/Xvi8hJVzwyY Jim’s I LOVE THAT: Rescuing Christmas: https://youtu.be/y86lLXVOjys John’s I LOVE THAT: “Rehearsed To Death” Trailer: https://youtu.be/faVSox6KNfc Buy “Rehearsed To Death”: https://books2read.com/b/mBvAKk “A Christmas Carl” Trailer: https://youtu.be/EO7ZMiNTEKI Buy “A Christmas Carl”: https://books2read.com/b/4AONdN Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Julie Eng recounts some key lessons she learned while working in her father’s magic store as a teenager … and then Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… Julie Eng starts at 00:00:58 “I Love That” starts at 00:09:08 Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:26:27 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Julie Eng website: https://www.magicienne.com/ A Few Minutes With Julie Eng video: https://youtu.be/CkFTgh3Hi7U Rippercast Podcast: https://www.casebook.org/podcast/ “They All Laughed” Music Video: https://youtu.be/-Qpi8x-tdmo “Renegades” Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42xagXCUDsFO6a0lcHoTlv London Walks website: https://www.walks.com/ Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Harrison discusses blending Harvard smarts with MAD Magazine humor in his book 'You Are All Terrible' … plus his entertaining feud with Criss Angel. Harrison Greenbaum Interview starts at 00:02:14 “I Love That” starts at 01:08:40 Chapter Twenty-One of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:14:51 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Harrison Greenbaum website: https://www.harrisongreenbaum.com/ “You Are All Terrible” Book: https://tinyurl.com/mw827wdt AI Podcast Based on Show Notes: https://youtu.be/LAVMLRqf4Og Saturday Night Live Set Change: https://youtu.be/04kop3CvE_s “The Old Man” Trailer: https://youtu.be/xDu1Q9r6HDo Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Some thoughts from Derek and Nick about comedy and magic … and then Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte starts at 00:02:07 “I Love That” starts at 00:13:27 Chapter Twenty of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:22:44 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Derek Hughes website: http://derekhughes.net/ Nick Diffatte website: https://www.diffatte.com/ A Few Minutes With Derek Hughes and Nick Diffatte video: https://youtu.be/zmnXHi31T1E  QI Website:  https://www.qi.com/ Erik Larson Books:  https://eriklarsonbooks.com/  Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Magician Matt Dunn discusses his roots in magic and then explains how he puts that magical knowledge into scaring people silly in his dream project, Scream Town! Matt Dunn Interview starts at 00:02:41 “I Love That” starts at 00:37:20 Chapter Nineteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:42:17 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Matt Dunn website:  https://www.magicianmattdunn.com/ Matt Dunn House Tour Video:  https://youtu.be/21zVdv8El3Y Scream Town website: https://screamtown.com/ Jonathan Creek Fan Site:  http://www.jonathancreek.net/  Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple:  https://www.hbo.com/movies/stevie-van-zandt-disciple Check out the Occasional Film Podcast:  https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Some profound thoughts from David Williamson about creating a character and creating clarity … and then Chapter Eighteen of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… Davide Williamson starts at 00:02:08 “I Love That” starts at 00:10:16 Chapter Eighteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:24:19 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD David Williamson Website: https://davidwilliamson.com/about Sleight School: https://www.sleight.school/ A Few Minutes With David Williamson video: https://youtu.be/2utEtjGhE-o Full David Williamson Interview (#223): https://youtu.be/GoVh0L4Y7fs Full David Williamson Interview (#311): https://youtu.be/B0h6mo9FLZo “No Pay, Nudity” Trailer: https://youtu.be/qvA42nk0zh0 “No Pay, Nudity” Website: https://www.bayviewentertainment.com/no-pay-nudity The Rewatchables Podcast: https://www.theringer.com/the-rewatchables Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Magician and author Jamy Ian Swiss stops by to talk about all kinds of subjects: Tannens, Thompson, Burger, Penn, Teller and his thoughts on anti-magicians. Jamy Ian Swiss Interview starts at 00:03:30 “I Love That” starts at 01:05:16 Chapter Seventeen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 01:10:30 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Jamy Ian Swiss website: https://jamyianswiss.com/ New Yorker article: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2008/03/17/magic-the-real-work Magicana Take Two Series: https://www.magicana.com/blog-category/take-two Cowboy Kent Rollins: https://www.youtube.com/@CowboyKentRollins Insane Monkey Cartoon: https://condenaststore.com/featured/how-make-calm-down-edward-steed.html Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast

Some thoughts from John Lovick about the right way and the wrong way to create a stage persona. And then Chapter Sixteen of “The Miser’s Dream.” A Few Minutes With… John Lovick starts at 00:02:31 “I Love That” starts at 00:14:24 Chapter Sixteen of “The Miser’s Dream” starts at 00:27:27 LINKS The Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/ Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavj Listen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMD Handsome Jack on Fool Us: https://youtu.be/cGGcCgSmoO4 John Lovick Website: http://www.handsomejack.com/ John Lovick (Complete Interview): https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-219-john-lovick-handsome-jack-and-then-chapter-19-of-the-bullet-catch A Few Minutes With John Lovick video: https://youtu.be/IH1zoofffvg Paul Williams Still Alive (Trailer): https://youtu.be/ZkD1Tr4b2vg Paul Williams “Still Alive” (song): https://youtu.be/ndjuJeo3POM Much Ado About Nothing (Trailer): https://youtu.be/rbSN4Lv_N4g Henry V (Trailer): https://youtu.be/tksPrKi5wUg Hamlet (Trailer): https://youtu.be/UjHXIWLTsOk Andrew Scott “Hamlet”: https://youtu.be/q6CLdCl9TB0 Check out the Occasional Film Podcast: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast