Link to the Show / Show NotesEpisode 40 is here. Keith's in New Jersey, and Andrew's at home. The sound may suffer a bit, but it's better than the old mics!
NEWS:
David Blaine will simultaneously attempt an escape from over 100 pounds of chains as he goes for the world record for holding one's breath underwater.
Our Beginner Series Podcast (Lesson 30) was destroyed by Keith's computer. Look for it on Monday.
Billy McComb passed away on Sunday at the age of 84. To read the Magic Castle's statement, see Richard Kaufman's post by clicking here.
Keith Barry guest starred on an episode of CSI: Miami, and his new special Keith Barry-- Extraordinary will air on CBS on May 12.
PRODUCT COMPARISON: Spirit Slates. Andrew discusses many different slates, including Dr. Q, Diabolo, Chazpro, Bazarr de Magia, Dave Powell Exotic, and even ordinary, ungimmicked slates from a craft store. We want to hear more, so please send us your experiences with slates, whether or not they were discussed on today's show.
FEEDBACK:
Craig wrote in to tell us about a Max Maven workshop he attended.
Phillip asks about routining. Lesson 30 will cover this topic.
Rich discusses Hype vs. creativity.
Sam lets us know that David Copperfield has added a joke or two about the robbery into his act.
HYPE OF THE WEEK: Rainmaker. A Hocus Pocus exclusive, also available HERE (?).

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