Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!How did Richard Young and his partner manage to fool magic legends Penn & Teller using a rather unconventional trick? Richard Young, from the dynamic magician duo Young and Strange, shares his journey from their unique audition for "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" to performing on grand stages and intimate settings alike. The insight into their creative brainst...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Join us as we welcome Rob Sweet, also known as Sweet Deception Magic, a talented close-up magician from Coventry. Inspired by the Quick Trick Show and a cherished Paul Daniels magic set, Rob shares his journey into the magical arts, revealing a thoughtfully curated list of his favorite tricks. Featuring breathtaking routines like "Swindle" by Steve Cook and "Do...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Get ready for an extraordinary journey into the world of mentalism with the legendary Kenton Knepper. Learn how Kenton's revolutionary concepts like 'Silent Influence' and 'Wonder Words' have shaped his illustrious career, and hear the fascinating story behind his essential desert island trick, Kolossal Killer. This episode promises to unravel the mysteries of ...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can magic really be your escape hatch from the mundane? Discover how Scott McKay, a magic hobbyist from Kent, finds joy and solace in the world of illusions. In this mid-episode of "Stranded with a Stranger," Scott opens up about his love for magic, despite his self-admitted technical struggles, and shares a heartfelt list of eight tricks, one book, and a speci...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can moments of failure and vulnerability actually enhance a magic performance? This is something we will explore in Part Two of Derren's episode! We'll delve into ethical boundaries and the emotional depths of magic, including a deeply moving story of a fan seeking a connection with a deceased loved one. Prepare to be captivated by the intricate dynamics of tri...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Welcome back to our mid-main episode, episode... "Stranded with a Stranger." Our guest, a medical laboratory scientist and aspiring semi-professional magician, takes us on a magical journey inspired by the universe of Harry Potter. Sean unveils his top eight magic tricks, a must-read book, and a non-magic item that holds a special place in his heart. From the i...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!We've got an extraordinary episode featuring the wonderful Derren Brown, who takes us through his incredible career, from the early days of close up card magic to his rise as a world-renowned mentalist and hypnotist. Listen as Derren shares his ultimate list of effects from his career including effects from his stage, television, book's and DVD's. He also recou...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Welcome to our brand new in-between mini episode, "Stranded with a Stranger," where YOU can send in your ultimate list of eight magic tricks, a single book, and one non-magic item you'd use for magic!Our inaugural guest, Phil Tilston, a veteran magician and resident performer at Houdini's Magic Bar, kicks things off by sharing his top picks. From the classic cu...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Ever wondered what it's like to witness magic that leaves even the best performers in awe? Join us for a mesmerising episode where we recount an extraordinary night orchestrated by Andy Frost from Derren Brown's team at the Oracle Bar. Our special guest, Adam Dadswell, takes us on his magical journey from a young performer to a mentalism maestro. Adam shares hi...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can the future really be foretold with just a phone and some cards? Join us for another excellent episode as we welcome the extraordinary David Jonathan, a magician renowned for his cutting-edge phone magic and mind-bending card tricks. Discover why he loves the lotto prediction plot, where numbers selected in the past miraculously match a ticket in a photo fro...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Today we are joined by Chris Harding, Close-up Magician of the Year and Magic Circle Royalty! Chris takes us on a nostalgic journey, reminiscing about the early days of popular hypnosis DVDs and his unique style choices at conventions. He shares hilarious stories and memorable collaborations with legendary magicians like Mike Vincent and Anthony Jacquin, all wh...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!What if you could turn a banana into unforgettable magical experience? Join us for an exciting episode of Desert Island Tricks as we sit down with the ingenious magician Martin Peirce. Known for his captivating and practical magic tricks, Martin shares the fascinating story behind his book test, "Lucky Numbers," and gives us a sneak peek into an upcoming releas...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Marc Spellman, the captivating magician best known for his performances on Britain's Got Talent and America's Got Talent, joins us for a truly wonderful episode. From his masked persona "X" to humorous fictitious crime watch appearances, Marc’s wit and charm make this a must-listen episode. Explore the timeless utility of the TT as Marc reminisces about hi...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Can a single magical influence change the course of another magician's career? Join us as we explore this captivating question with the ingenious Matthew Wright! This episode takes us on an emotional journey, recounting Matthew's memorable experiences with the legendary Eugene Berger in Amsterdam, where a shadow trick left an indelible mark on his career foreve...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!What if you had to rewrite and perform the second act of a show with almost no preparation? In this episode, we sit down with the extraordinarily talented Simon Lipkin, who opens up about his remarkable journey from starring in Avenue Q at just 20 years old to his current role in Oliver with Cameron McIntosh. Simon’s career has been anything but conventional, a...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!What if magic could be more than just tricks and illusions, but rather a journey into the mystical and the personal? Terry shares his fascinating experiences with seances and narrative-driven magic, illustrating how deeply personal stories can create unforgettable moments for the audience. Discover how the power of psychometry and the return of personal items c...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!On this episode of Desert Island Tricks, we talk with amazing mentalist Luca Volpe. Listen as Luca shares why the Stealth Assassin wallet tops his list of must-have tricks and how it enhances his performances by prioritising the journey over the reveal.But that’s just the beginning. Luca takes us on a journey through his favorite magical tools, including a clas...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Prepare to be inspired as we spend an hour with the master of illusion, Bill Abbott! Bill's approach to captivating an audience within the first 30 seconds sets the stage for a performance that blurs the line between reality and the impossible. From the mysterious vanishing of a champagne bottle to the beloved trick "Smart Ass," Bill shares the secrets and the ...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!The likelihood is, you've already had Jack appearing on any number of your social feeds! With millions of views across all platforms, his reach is substantial and his video's are always incredibly clever and fun to watch! This year, he appeared on Britains Got Talent with a quirky act based on his viral video's. Jack is now transitioning to more live ...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!James is a BAFTA Awarding winning performer, star is hit TV show 'Help! My Supply Teacher is Magic!' and consulting on shows on Netflix, the BBC, ITV and Discovery International as well as others! He is a huge reader of magic books but also indulges in commercially released items which makes his Desert Island List incredibly diverse! With a few hidden gems...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Chris Congreave is best known for his incredibly commercial magic. Effects like 'Roll', 'Omen', 'Safe' and 'Lie' amongst many others are used by hundreds of magicians daily! As you would imagine, Chris's list is full on incredibly commercial routines and since he create's for himself, many of his choices are his own. If you are a magician looking into...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Jake Allen is one of the most talented young magicians in the UK and an absolute card ninja! A regular at The Magic Circle, Jake is someone people wan't to sit down with and watch the amazing magic he performs. In Jake's episode, he show's his passion for card magic with a mixture of classic effects and routines as well as some quirkier choices that you pe...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Peter Nardi really shouldn't need an introduction! Founder of Alakazam Magic, creator of countless mentalism effects, producer of some of the biggest tricks in the world and a business innovator, Peter's wealth of knowledge is a deep well to pull from! In Peter's episode, he has a tremendous mix of older and newer effects ranging from specially produced de...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT!Dean Leavy is a good friend to the Alakazam Team and we're thrilled that he's letting us whisk him away to his desert island! Dean is a multi award winning, former Young Magician of the Year who performs at weddings, corporate events and other functions for some of the biggest brand's in the world. With guest appearances on Bluepeter, BBC and NBC. He is on...

Want to send in your own Desert Island List? Send us a message and include your name for it to be read out on a future episode of DIT! Roman Armstrong has recently ended his run in Derren Browns West End magic show, ‘Unbelievable!’ He is an award winning magician and comedian who in 2022 took his hit show to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to rave reviews! His style of magic is quirky and off beat and he even has magic products released to the community! You’re going to love his truly diverse...