The Insider

In this episode, magician and mentalist Brian Curry shares his journey from a shy kid to a seasoned performer, discusses the ethics of mentalism, and offers practical advice for magicians looking to develop their character and build their audience.

Romany shares her inspiring journey from a corporate career to becoming a renowned magician, discussing her persona development, show evolution, and insights on performing at sea and as a woman in magic.
Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Diva of Magic
01:20 Romany's Magic Origin Story
02:40 The Evolution of the Diva Persona
06:39 The Signature Rope Tie Trick
07:50 Lessons from Corporate Life
10:15 The Art of Busking and Crowd Engagement
12:57 Crafting a Show: Structure and Flexibility
14:43 The Importance of a Strong Ending
15:08 Audience Favorites: The Weakest Links
16:23 The Power of Costumes in Magic
19:51 Cruise Ship Performances: Myths and Realities
21:30 Women in Magic: Progress and Challenges
24:10 The Warm Welcome in Magic
27:04 Advice for Young Female Magicians
29:44 The Journey of Spun into Gold
32:21 The Power of Honesty in Storytelling
35:41 Finding Joy Beyond Struggles
36:08 The Reality of Money in Magic
37:51 Life in a Cottage: Trade-offs and Benefits
41:45 What Separates Good Magicians from Great Ones
resources

Romany's Website - https://romanymagic.com
Romany's Facebook - https://facebook.com/RomanyRomany
Romany's Instagram - https://instagram.com/RomanyMagic

In this episode, Damian interviews Director Matthew Testa and our own Andi Gladwin about their documentary on magic piracy, the investigation into Erdnase, and the broader implications for the magic community and creative industries.
A smash hit at Tribeca, Stealing Magic is going to be required viewing for all of us.

Gaia started performing magic at the age of thirteen — and won the Italian Magic Championship that same year. She went on to become the only woman in history to hold that title, and has since competed as a finalist at the World Magic Championships.
But what makes her truly unusual is what she does off the stage. She holds a degree in psychology, is training as a clinical psychologist, and has taken magic into prisons as a tool for reform. She's spoken at TEDx Milano Women, written for magic publications, and built a practice that treats illusion as a branch of human science.
She performs and speaks in Italian, English, and French, and she grew up watching her parents rehearse magic in their living room — which, honestly, explains a lot.

It's Ben Seidman! Talking about magic. And stuff.