Magicians Only - Ep - The Shenanigans Debrief   You can WATCH this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLORZO6ouYcW12JM9_aMGgJH-Q6Xc2mHvn   Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com   For a limited time you can sign up to Magic On The Go on a monthly subscription! But do it now as we go back to Annual only very very soon.   The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket teaching you how to be amazing, anytime, anywhere!     Summary   In this episode, Steve Valentine takes listeners on a journey through the Magic and Shenanigans Festival, a unique event that combines magic and comedy. He shares behind-the-scenes insights into the organization, the diverse lineup of performers, and the lessons learned from the festival's success and challenges. The conversation also includes a humorous story from Phil’s past as a clown, highlighting the unpredictable nature of live performance.       Chapters   00:00 The Adventure Begins: Magic and Shenanigans Festival 02:24 Behind the Scenes: Organizing the Festival 04:43 The Venue Experience: Setting Up for Success 07:51 The Performers: A Diverse Lineup 10:09 The Audience Engagement: Creating Memorable Experiences 12:33 The After Party: Magic and Camaraderie 14:54 The Debrief: Reflecting on Success 17:28 The Future: Plans for Next Year 20:29 The Unique Blend: Magic and Comedy 23:18 The Final Thoughts: Lessons Learned 31:26 The Importance of Follow-Up in Entertainment 32:18 Creating a Safe Space for Performers 34:26 The Birth of Magic and Shenanigans Festival 35:37 Learning from Experience: Adjustments and Improvements 37:28 Casting the Right Performers for Success 38:50 Audience Experience: The Joy of Performance 40:29 Setting Age Restrictions for Audience Engagement 42:16 Navigating Challenges with Audience Dynamics 45:01 Budgeting for Performers: A New Perspective 49:09 Future Plans for Magic and Shenanigans 51:29 Reflecting on Early Career Experiences 56:38 Lessons Learned from Adversity 01:05:10 Non-Aggressive Conflict Resolution in Performance     Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Z0vSwNryYeNbMlaVGsxpb?si=1d7a5e92d1344611   And Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magicians-only/id1789643714   And YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLORZO6ouYcW12JM9_aMGgJH-Q6Xc2mHvn Please LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE!How did Hobson do it?   #persuasion #leadership #publicspeaking #magiconthego #magiclub #magicschool #magiciansonly #eventmagician #professionalmagician #magicshows #illusionists #magiciansofinstagram #mindreading #magicianslife #lifeismagic #mindreader #magicallife #artofmagic #magicisreal #familyentertainment #corporateentertainment #magicisreal #magiclife #mentalist #magictime #magicians #magictricks #liveevents #magicshow #instamagic #liveentertainment #stevevalentine          Magicians Only is sponsored by the fabulous MagicOnTheGo.com   For a limited time you can sign up to Magic On The Go on a monthly subscription! But do it now as we go back to Annual only very very soon.   The greatest online magic school in the world, over 900 videos in your pocket teaching you how to be amazing, anytime, anywhere!