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Gratitude, Magic, Psychology

Balancing Magic and Mental Health: A Conversation on “Do The Impossible”.

I’m reflecting on a special moment from four years ago when I had the privilege of joining my friends and fellow master magicians, Jason Michaels and Stephen Bargatze, for their podcast, “Do The Impossible.” In that episode, we dove into deeply personal topics such as mental illness, suicidal… Read More
Gratitude, Magic

Celebrating Harry Houdini’s Birthday: A Legacy of Magic, Generosity, and Dedication to the Society of American Magicians

As we celebrate the birthday of Harry Houdini, born Erik Weisz on March 24, 1874, it’s important to reflect on the monumental impact he made not only in the world of magic but also in his unwavering dedication to the magic community. Houdini’s life and contributions extend far… Read More
Psychology

What’s In a Name?

“What’s in a name? For a rose, by any other name, would still smell as sweet,” Shakespeare famously wrote. But is it really that simple? The answer is more complex than you might think. Imagine if I called you by a different name—how would that feel? Now take… Read More