Desert Island Tricks
Each week we invite one of the biggest guests in the world of magic to maroon themselves on a desert island. They are allowed to take with them 8 tricks, 1 book and 1 non magic item that they use for magic! We discuss their 'can't live without' lists and why those items were chosen.
Episodes are uploaded every Friday and are available via all Podcast service providers!
To find out more about the team behind Desert Island Tricks, please visit: www.alakazam.co.uk
Episodes are uploaded every Friday and are available via all Podcast service providers!
To find out more about the team behind Desert Island Tricks, please visit: www.alakazam.co.uk
Episodes
40 episodes
Kyle Purnell
This episode features the incredible Kyle Purnell, a master magician and creator with over 20 years of captivating audiences and pushing the boundaries of card magic. We explore his preferred Desert Island Deck, the Butterfly Deck, a revolution...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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1:04:00
Stranded with a Stranger: AJ DeBeck
What hidden secrets lie in the toolkit of a magician who also pilots helicopters through the rugged terrain of the Pacific Northwest? This episode introduces AJ Debeck, a multifaceted magician and mentalist, who shares his top Desert Island tri...
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Season 1
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30:07
Tom Wright
*A quick note to our younger listeners. There is a bit of bad language in this episode to listen with caution* One of the UK's premier performing magicians Tom Wright graces the Alakazam Island and share with us his ultimate collec...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:21:16
Stranded with a Stranger: Brian Lloyd
This mid-week edition of "Stranded with a Stranger" features the captivating Brian Lloyd from London. Influenced by icons like Penn and Teller and David Blaine, Brian shares his top eight magic tricks, including The Grail, Knock'em Dead, and Di...
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Season 1
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19:38
Sam Strange | Young & Strange Part Two
In this episode, we bring you the whimsical world of Sam Strange, one half of the captivating magic duo, Young and Strange. Sam takes center stage to share the journey of their 15-year partnership, recounting memorable moments and some of is mu...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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1:19:50
Stranded with a Stranger: Scott K. Ratner
Can a magician's essential tricks be just as practical as they are mesmerizing? Scott K. Ratner tells all in this weeks episode of "Stranded with a Stranger", a magician with nearly fifty years of experience. Scott opens his magic box to share ...
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Season 1
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23:55
Richard Young | Young & Strange Part One
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 &a...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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1:11:59
Stranded with a Stranger: Rob Sweet
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...
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Season 1
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24:09
Kenton Knepper
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 fascinat...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:17:38
Stranded with a Stranger: Scott Mackay
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 m...
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Season 1
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14:55
Derren Brown | Part Two
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 s...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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51:58
Stranded with a Stranger: Sean Rendell F. Quito
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...
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Season 1
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18:03
Derren Brown | Part One
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:21:04
Stranded With A Stranger: Phil Tilston
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...
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16:47
Adam Dadswell
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 spec...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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1:01:47
David Jonathan
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. Discove...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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53:22
Chris Harding
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 share...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:28:55
Martin Peirce
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, Marti...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:03:14
Marc Spelmann
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:20:31
Matthew Wright
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 expe...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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59:48
Simon Lipkin
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:06:24
Terry Tyson
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:24:56
Luca Volpe
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 th...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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55:07