Gregory Wilson is a thief.

Most magicians know Gregory from the many original effects he has created that are in the working repertoire of professional close-up magicians around the world. Many know him from his long running column in MAGIC Magazine on Coffee House Conjuring. And many have seen his lectures on Penguin or perhaps live in their own cities or at magic conventions.

But most are not aware that Gregory performs a professional full evening show as a pickpocket and mentalist. In the first half of the show, he steals watches, wallets, belts and eyeglasses and in the second half performs mind reading to the amusement and amazement of all, both his audience and his victims, er, uh, I mean, volunteers.

He is also compiling a book on persuasion and how to get out of speeding tickets that has been long in the works. The video below is a real video from a real policeman who let Greg out of getting a speeding ticket.

Gregory starts off this podcast with a great idea for magicians to try if they are stopped for speeding. He talks about a video he took with his iPhone and posted it on his Facebook page which is posted in this blog above. Gregory also talks about his professional pickpocket show.

The discussion was intended to eventually talk about Wizard Wars and some of the "behind the scenes" stories in the production of the TV series; however, for some reason we "went off the rails" and diverted our discussion to talk about something that he has not ever made public: the assertions that he has stolen ideas/tricks/moves from other people. In private, Gregory is outspoken and has strong views. In this podcast, he finally lets go something that's been bottled up since 2001.

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The trick that helps Gregory get out of a speeding ticket (see the video of the police officer in this blog)

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162: Part 2 - My Week at The Castle 2014

A trip to the Castle must include a trip to a magic shop. And the only one to visit is The Magic Apple in nearby Studio City. Not only is it a great shop, complete with everything the professional and amateur and hobbyist will need, it is cool to hang out there because you never know who will show up. Well known "celebrity" magicians come and go like moths to a light. You never know who will be there. It's all about...timing.

DATELINE San Diego, CA: June 17, 2014 from Jason Latimer - ITS OFFICIAL!!! The Rueben H. Fleet Science Center in San Diego, CA and I have teamed up to produce the new live show and projection experience “Perception: See Beyond the Illusion” in the newly retrofitted DOME PROJECTION THEATER!!! This experience is designed to inspire wonder in all ages all while in a science center! "Perception" combines illusions in applied sciences with a massive eight-story wraparound projection environment!

Effects such as shaping water, to bending light, to liquids that defy gravity, and many others will all be done live while the projection environment immerses the audience under star filled skies, underwater scenes, and even takes audiences into my computer of 3D modeling of the effects to see a glimpse of the engineering behind doing the impossible all blended together for one truly magical surreal experience. "Perception will inspire minds to think and see beyond their answers through jaw dropping applications of science all to promote wonder and the importance of curiosity in science, because the right question changes everything." -Jason Latimer

As more info comes out, I need your help and support to spread the word! This show marks the first time magic has really been used an academic tool and I think it really will inspire our youth to view science differently. Its a dream come true to create a show that inspires curiosity and questions in a science center! This will be an entirely new way to learn. For more info visit: http://www.rhfleet.org/press-room/reuben-h-fleet-science-center-hosts-jason-latimer-world-champion-magic

Jason Latimer: The World Champion of Magic says, "Its the first of its kind and I can't wait to get started! Shows run every Friday - Sunday (two shows a day) July 5th- Aug 31st!"

00:01:13 - Brent Geris, proprietor of the Magic Apple, talks about brick and mortar shops and the importance of learning magic through practice and reading.

00:17:08 - Jason Latimer has been away from the public scene of magic (at magic conventions, for example) while he has been involved in many interesting and important projects and exhibits. He also talks about wrapping up the shooting for the first season of Wizard Wars on SyFy television network.

00:37:02 - Jonathan Levit talks about his experience of coming to Hollywood to follow and fulfill his dream of working in the movies. He has performed in and consulted for such movies as "Now You See Me" and "Burt Wonderstone". And if you are looking to have a completely unique website, then check out Magician Website Templates, created by Jonathan Levit.

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268: On The Record with Gregory Wilson

162: Part 2 - My Week at The Castle 2014

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