This video teaches a method of stacking the deck in a subtle way to allow you to know the identity of any chosen card.
Double Feature by Patrick Redford
Double feature is the new DVD from the mind of Patrick Redford that combines 2 very strong effects performed with any cell phone.
Cellular Oracle- Divine the Past Divine the name of a thought of person recently spoke with by phone and exactly what that person looks like. Then that thought of person is called and a person from your personal phone book is called. Both are asked to name any single digit on a telephone’s dial pad. Mysteriously, they both name the exact same digits proving a mysterious connection between strangers.
AND Prophesy Voice – Predict the Future Play an audio prediction recorded days ahead of time on your cell phone that details events that came to be moments before it’s heard. With the Prophesy Voice technique you can predict virtually anything on your cell phone’s recorder. Best of all it’s Impromptu.
Doc Docherty – One-Hand Mexican Turnover Part 2
A classic move, now with a modern twist. Join Doc Docherty in an in-depth study of the One-Hand Mexican Turnover. This update to the age-old utility will make the effects even cleaner than before — just one step closer on the path to perfection.
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Heba Heba Al – Randy Wakeman
“How wonderful that this footage has been preserved for the charm, the methods, and the trick selection of the man Jay Marshall described as “the grandfather of bar magic in Chicago” are there to be studied and learned from. Even when you know what he is doing, and if you know card magic you will, he will still amaze you with the ease and the confidence with which he does it. Remembering that he may have had three tricks going on at once will only increase your awe. Highly recommended.”
The Crusade – A Mind Reader’s ACAAN by Andrew Brown and Atlas Brookings
“Andrew and Atlas have devised an absolutely ingenious new version of the ACAAN effect. It uses a borrowed, shuffled deck and there are no forces, dual-reality, stooges or any of the other shenanigans which are hallmarks of so many other ‘new’ handlings of this effect. Rather, they offer an elegant new method, backed up by sound psychology and a worker’s approach to presentation. It’s a winner – one I added to my repertoire immediately.” -Mark Elsdon
“Everyone has a favourite T-shirt or sweater. It fits with everything, is comfortable, makes you feel good……
The Crusade is my performing equivalent. It can fit in any performance and suits any style. Try it on for size. I’m sure you’ll never stop wearing it.” -Stephen Young
“A very powerful and elegant solution to one of the great plots of card magic. There are a lot of solid ACAANs out there to choose from, but this is the one I will be using.” -Chris Philpott
“The Crusade is a true piece of art and I have no hesitation in saying that this will become the go to effect for any mentalist who utilizes cards within their work.” -Michael Murray
“Andrew and Atlas really understand how to make the ACAAN plot into a miracle. The way they structure the effect and make the method part of the cleanness of the effect is an education. This is a very interesting approach and worth studying.” -Marc Paul
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Jamie Daws – He’s Not Here 2.0
Years ago, when we first moved into our current house, there was this small family photo hanging on the wall. Weird things started to happen. At first, it was small things like the photo not being straight. Then one day, the photo was on the table even though no one had touched it.
Then things started to move about in the photo. One morning we swore the table in the photo was on the left and when we came home, it was on the right. It was only when one day, somehow, the photo was thrown against my head and the frame cracked that I couldn’t take it any more!
Jon Armstrong – Live 2
“By any standards, Jon is one of the finest magicians and entertainers you could possibly learn from. What Jon doesn’t know about entertaining people with magic — and earning a good living into the bargain — isn’t worth knowing. This will be a terrific lecture of brilliant thinking and top-class entertainment… don’t miss it!” – Ian Rowland
“Jon Armstrong’s Magic is a worker’s dream! I have seen him devastate audiences at the Magic Castle and other venues. They were laughing and gasping at the same time! As a teacher, his explanations are easily understood. Adding Jon’s material to your repertoire will add to your reputation as a great and magical entertainer.” – Paul Green
“Jon Armstrong creates engaging plots, practical methods and wickedly entertaining presentations. I mean “Tiny Plunger”, come on!!” – Bill Abbott
“Jon is the real deal. A voice in magic worth listening to for anyone who wants to improve both their technique and performance.” – Ben Seidman
“Jon’s dedication, commitment, and passion for the art of creating moments of magic is infectious. As a teacher his magic is clear, clever and fun, not to be missed.” – Garret Thomas
“During an Armstrong performance, we can all learn something from a guy who loves what he does, and is simply great at doing it.” – Rob Zabrecky
“If Jon Armstrong were a comic book character, he’d be a super knowledgeable sidekick with magical powers that saves the day. Now he’s ready to make you the hero as he shares his most powerful secrets, expertly instructing you in how to produce the kind of miracles that have made him a crowd pleasing multi-award winner. If you want to master the superpower to astound and amaze an audience, you want Jon Armstrong.” – Bruce Gold
Nu Collection by Alain Nu
Easy ACAAN-Alain teaches his ultra simple method to make this ACAAN look ultra real.
Do I know You. Real Time Prediction based on very basic get to know you questions. This will make you look like you known a complete stranger for years.
No Threat Roulette. A very practical Russian Roulette style routine with no danger. Alain’s method allows you to perform this almost anywhere in a moments notice.
Serial Killa. Alain’s personal routine for what might possibly be the most realistic serial bill divination ever.
E SPELL. Alain’s spelling routine using ESP cards. No table needed this can be done anywhere.
Apparently 9. Spectator chooses the only ESP that matches your prediction that has been in full view the entire time.
5 to 9. Predict a freely chosen ESP card in the fairest way.
The Casino Con by Steve Gore and Gregory Wilson
The faces of 10 vintage Jokers are shown, then the backs are displayed to be from 10 different casinos that have been demolished. The spectator shuffles the Jokers and lays them on the table. You give them your “lucky” poker chip to hold unseen. They now choose any of the Jokers on the table, and your poker chip matches the casino chip they are holding… every time!
For the second phase, you shuffle face up so they see the different array of Jokers again. Then you fairly deal the 10 cards face down into two piles, giving you and your spectator a 5-card poker hand. You proudly proclaim that they have a “Five of a kind!” with the matching Jokers… you do too, but you turn your cards over to show your 5-of-a-kind happens to be in Spades, as the cards have transformed into the Royal Flush in Spades!
No wonder all those casinos closed!
– Easy to learn with no difficult sleights or moves!
– Minimal pocket space and instant reset.
– No rough and smooth.
– A devious method that is a close-up worker’s dream!
– Featuring Performances by Steve Gore, Gregory Wilson, Chris Funk and Peter Turner.
– Special explanation and ideas session with Steve Gore and special guest Peter Turner.
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Think Stop by Paul Wilson
A collection of two effects beautifully condensed into one routine. Think Stop is a powerful cold-reading effect that requires very little skill.
From a shuffled deck, instantly know what card your spectator is thinking of. Then, without looking at the card, cause it to rise from the deck.