http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com A ten part series on Resonance FM all about the art of magic... Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:37:15 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc en hourly 1 ©Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett Matthew@WorkingMagic.co.uk (Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett) Matthew@WorkingMagic.co.uk(Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett) Magic 1440 Magic, Magician, ResonanceFM.com, Resonance FM, Matt Duggan, Matthew Duggan, Illusion, Sleight of hand, The Magic Circle, History of Magic, Magician London, Magic London, Julia Barnett, Julia M Barnett, Paul Daniels, Debbie McGee, Marc Paul, Richard Wi... The magic show from Resonance FM... The Smoke Mirrors Magicast - A weekly show on Resonance FM about the art, psychology and history of magic, presented by actor and magician Matt Duggan. The show was first broadcast on 104.4 Resonance FM in London and across the world at http://resonancefm.com. For more information, check out http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com. Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett Matthew@WorkingMagic.co.uk No no http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/Podcast_Image_Small.jpg http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com 144 144 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/bonus-podcast-radio-cambridgeshire-appearance/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/bonus-podcast-radio-cambridgeshire-appearance/#comments Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:15:48 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=341 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/bonus-podcast-radio-cambridgeshire-appearance/feed/ 0 24:51 Back in the summer of 2007, I made a couple of appearances on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire on the Sue Dougan afternoon show. I went on ... Back in the summer of 2007, I made a couple of appearances on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire on the Sue Dougan afternoon show. I went on the show alongside the artistic director of the Cambridge Shakespeare Festival David Crilly to promote the show A Midsummer Night's Dream which I was appearing in at the time. I performed several magic effects on the show and I thought you, my lovely Smoke #38; Mirrors listeners, might like to hear a slightly different type of radio magic show. Let me know what you think by clicking 'Comments' below. Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-final-episode/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-final-episode/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:53:43 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=332 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-final-episode/feed/ 0 30:13 Having spoken about him in several prior episodes of The Magic News, I'm pleased to say that John Van Der Put joins us in the ... Having spoken about him in several prior episodes of The Magic News, I'm pleased to say that John Van Der Put joins us in the studio for this last episode of the Smoke #38; Mirrors Magicast. John is a prolific creator of magic and mystery, as well as the artistic director of StandNotAmazed theatre company who create magical theatre and theatrical magic. John also has an alter ego who joins us (very briefly) in the studio known simply as Piff The Magic Dragon. John and I discuss the creation of magic for theatre, his upcoming shows and the moment that Piff was born. John's writing partner(!) also joins us briefly and we find the one thing that John and Barack Obama have in common. What a rip-roaring show it was! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-episode-nine/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-episode-nine/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:32:34 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=329 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/the-magicast-episode-nine/feed/ 0 30:32 Having exclusively interviewed magical gents on the show so far, we decide to get in touch with the feminine side of magic as we talk ... Having exclusively interviewed magical gents on the show so far, we decide to get in touch with the feminine side of magic as we talk to Fay Presto, close-up magician extraordinaire and one of only a handful of professional female magicians working in the UK. We ask why there are so few women in magic, what the difference is in reactions that Fay experiences and of course we talk about how she came to be a professional wonder worker. Fay was a right good laugh to have in the studio and news lady Julia was certainly pleased to finally have some fellow female back-up in the studio. Once you've listened to the show, feel free to leave a comment by clicking 'Comments' below. Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/delay-in-last-two-episodes/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/delay-in-last-two-episodes/#comments Sun, 05 Jul 2009 21:22:35 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=325 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/07/delay-in-last-two-episodes/feed/ 0 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-eight/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-eight/#comments Sun, 14 Jun 2009 10:51:45 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=321 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-eight/feed/ 1 32:51 A great episode of the podcast this week - magician John Lenahan joins me in the studio to talk about his status as the 'rogue ... A great episode of the podcast this week - magician John Lenahan joins me in the studio to talk about his status as the 'rogue magician' after being expelled from The Magic Circle. We also discuss the cons and scams he investigated and performed as part of his series 'Hoaxbusters' which aired on ITV and the nature of exposure in magic. We also chat about The Masked Magician and John's novel Shadowmagic. John was a fantastic guest, which may explain why we ran over a little, which is good news for you lovely listeners as this is a bumper edition of the magicast. Enjoy! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-seven/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-seven/#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2009 16:44:43 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=292 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-seven/feed/ 0 29:52 We get all showbiz in this week's show as we talk to Discovery Channel star and top escapologist Jonathan Goodwin, live on the phone from ... We get all showbiz in this week's show as we talk to Discovery Channel star and top escapologist Jonathan Goodwin, live on the phone from Los Angeles, California. Jonathan is a top performer who is the feature performer on One Way Out - a show with death-defying escapes and mad science (including Jonathan escaping from handcuffs while trying to keep as still as possible to ensure the scorpion in his mouth didn't try to maim him). I'll post some of the videos of Jonathan from his show, but in the meantime, enjoy this excellent episode of the podcast from one of the loveliest people in the world of bonkers stunts and escapes! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-six/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-six/#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:56:20 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=288 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/06/the-magicast-episode-six/feed/ 0 27:42 Psychologist and former professional magician Richard Wiseman - author of Quirkology - joins me for this edition of the show and indeed the magicast. We discuss ... Psychologist and former professional magician Richard Wiseman - author of Quirkology - joins me for this edition of the show and indeed the magicast. We discuss the way magic can be used to understand the human mind and why magic works as an entertainment, from the point of view of a man who has worked in both magic and psychology. Richard was a fascinating guest and the podcast is a very good one indeed. Speaking of podcasts, apologies for the delay in getting this episode and episode seven out. Between Resonance FM and myself, we've had several issues that have made podcasting rather challenging. I'm getting caught up now and will be up-to-date shortly. Enjoy the show! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-five/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-five/#comments Wed, 20 May 2009 00:28:56 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=276 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-five/feed/ 3 30:34 Paul Daniels was my guest on the show in this, the fifth podcast in the series. I know many of you have been waiting to ... Paul Daniels was my guest on the show in this, the fifth podcast in the series. I know many of you have been waiting to hear this one, as Paul is a living legend of TV magic, having been on UK television for a total of 16 years with The Paul Daniels Magic Show and Secrets. Paul was a complete delight to have on the show and we even had a quick impromptu chat with 'The Lovely Debbie McGee'. To find out more about Paul, check out www.pauldaniels.co.uk or follow him on Twitter. Enjoy the show! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/bonus-video-podcast/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/bonus-video-podcast/#comments Mon, 18 May 2009 19:08:09 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=272 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/bonus-video-podcast/feed/ 1 00:01:01 I was working with the excellent collective of artists, musicians, producers and film makers known as Jammin' Crew over the weekend and we made this ... I was working with the excellent collective of artists, musicians, producers and film makers known as Jammin' Crew over the weekend and we made this short interactive magic video as a trailer to my website WorkingMagic.co.uk. As well asplacing it on my website and YouTube, I thought I'd share it with you, dear listeners. Let me know if I get your card right... Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-four/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-four/#comments Tue, 12 May 2009 13:17:01 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=259 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-four/feed/ 0 29:36 For this episode I was delighted to be joined in the studio by one of my magic heroes, performer Marc Paul. An amazing psychological entertainer, ... For this episode I was delighted to be joined in the studio by one of my magic heroes, performer Marc Paul. An amazing psychological entertainer, Marc and I discussed the art of mindreading, finding out where it came from and how Marc went from being a regular close-up magician to being the lsquo;Worldrsquo;s Greatest Mindreaderrsquo;. We also look at performers like the Fox sisters and their spirit medium act and find out why Houdini dedicated so much of his time debunking spiritualists like them. Julia also joins us with the magic news and as always, wersquo;ll tell you where you can see magic in the capital this week. For more information on Marc, check out www.marcpaul.com. Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-three/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-three/#comments Sat, 09 May 2009 21:13:51 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=245 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/05/the-magicast-episode-three/feed/ 0 28:34 Paul Kieve, the backstage wizard of stage and screen, joins us in the studio this week. Although you may not recognise his work, you will almost ... Paul Kieve, the backstage wizard of stage and screen, joins us in the studio this week. Although you may not recognise his work, you will almost certainly have seen his magic. For example, Paul taught magic to Daniel Radcliffe and the cast of Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban as well as being magic consultant to director Alfonso Cuaron in order to produce some lsquo;realrsquo; magic in the finished movie. Wersquo;ll be looking back through the ages at this side of magic and discussing some of Paulrsquo;s heroes, as well as his own illustrious career. We also cover all the upcoming magic that's happening in and around London in The Magic News. Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-magicast-episode-two/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-magicast-episode-two/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:35:44 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=229 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-magicast-episode-two/feed/ 1 29:54 Here it is folks! Episode two of the mystical Smoke #38; Mirrors podcast (or Magicast as I'm calling it from now on) has arrived! For this show, ... Here it is folks! Episode two of the mystical Smoke #38; Mirrors podcast (or Magicast as I'm calling it from now on) has arrived! For this show, Irsquo;m joined in the studio by author, broadcaster and Member of The Magic Circle Brian Sibley. We pick up where we left off with Peter Lane last week, talking about the more recent history of magic. We look at some of the characters that have shaped modern magic including Chung Ling Soo and Jean-Eugene Robert-Houdin, the father of modern magic. We also look at why London was one of the centres of magic in the world throughout the 20th Century and Brian will be talking about his collaborations with the magicians of cinema like Peter Jackson on Lord of the Rings. As always, the lovely Julia will be here with the magic news and wersquo;ll be telling you where you can see magic in the capital this week. Tune in to 104.4FM here in London and online across the world at http://resonancefm.com/listen every Tuesday at 6pm GMT to hear the show live and again every Friday at 10pm GMT for the repeat. Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-podcast-episode-one/ http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-podcast-episode-one/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:03:28 +0000 Matthew http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/?p=189 http://www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com/2009/04/the-podcast-episode-one/feed/ 1 27:15 Well, after a week or so of learning how to turn our first episode into a downloadable treat for you all, I'm delighted to announce ... Well, after a week or so of learning how to turn our first episode into a downloadable treat for you all, I'm delighted to announce that the Smoke #38; Mirrors podcast has arrived! Hurrah! Simply press play to listen 'In this first episode, the Executive Librarian of The Magic Circle Peter Lane joins host Matt Duggan in the studio to find out where the art of magic began. We journey back to ancient Egypt and the first recorded performance of a magician in the court of the Pharoah Cheops. We also trace the history of those things that are now synonymous with magicians; the white rabbit, the magic wand and the top hat and tail coat. There will also be the first episode of our regular Magic News feature, read by Julia Barnett.' Smoke #38; Mirrors is, of course, a radio show all about magic, broadcast on Resonance FM. It's hosted by magician and actor Matt Duggan and each week features a different guest from the world of illusion and prestidigitation (it's just a posh word for conjuring). For more info on the show, check out www.smokeandmirrorsradioshow.com. Enjoy! Podcasts Matt Duggan/Julia M Barnett no No