456: Makin' It With Mario the Magician

Mario the Magician or Mario the Maker is a most fascinating, inspirational creator. Although he has been “makin’ it” for a number of years, it wasn’t until I saw him perform at the 2018 MagiFest that I immediately became a fan. He has the “it” factor that endears him to an entire audience spanning age and audience size. He is just as engaging at a small birthday party as he is in an auditorium. And more than just a magician, he creates magic using electronics and encourages youth to get involved in science and math and learn to create their own magic.

He suggests that everyone (but youth in particular) attend Maker Faires (the worlds largest “show and tell” forum) to see what others are doing and to create things themselves. These Faires are held all over the world and somewhere near you. Other websites he suggests include tinkercat.com which allows children to design their own 3D designs. Thngerverse.com is like Google for creating 3D projects.

This is a short documentary by KAL (http://www.seekal.com) about Mario Marchese, aka Mario the Magician (http://www.mariothemagician.com) a hitchhiking wanderer turned full-time maker magician. This short film debuted at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center on December 1st, 2012 to a packed house after a live performance by Mario. Enjoy!

Time stamps for this podcast:

00:05:48 - Mario Marchese talks about Maker Faires, encouraging youth to create, travel problems with TSA with all of the electronics he carries onboard, arduino kits and how you can create a server motor, inspirational magicians like Del Ray, scripting, creating and more.

00:59:54 - Product Review: “Runaway Joker” by Peter Nardi and produced by Alakazam.co.uk. A clever card trick where the Joker and his bicycle (disappears” from the car and ends up on the back of the selected card. Recommended.

01:02:31 - Product Review: “Four King Miracle” by Henri White and produced by WorldMagicShop.co.uk. Two single Jokers turn into the four Kings. Clever idea that seems like this should have been invented many years ago. I like it and recommend it.

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332: Jason Latimer - Inspiring Mystery

Jason Latimer is more than a magician. He has a passion for science and he inspires mystery and wonder in the eyes and minds of young people and adults. You may know him as a multiple award winner of various magic contests including the Grand Prix at F.I.S.M. in 2003 plus close-up and invention at F.I.S.M. He has frequently appeared on the BBC in the U.K. plus he was one of the "wizards" on the SyFy channel's "Wizard Wars" featuring Pann & Teller and others.. He has "semi-retired" from performing magic, particularly for magicians at magic conventions, and focuses now on science and how it looks like magic. He is working with the Fleet Science Center in San Diego, California as well as a joint project with ComiCon.

Jason LATIMER World Champion of Magic Video: World Champion of Magic Latimer and Britain's Got Talent Winner George Sampson pull off the most amazing teleportation in the history of magic! See more at www.facebook.com/jasonlatimerofficial http://www.twitter.com/jasonlatimer http://www.jasonlatimer.com

Challenge what you know, ask questions, and be curious. Its wonder that changes the world. The next technology, the new cure, the next revolutionary advancement all lie behind the question we haven't asked yet.

Time Stamps for this podcast:

00:03;20 - Jason Latimer (http://jasonlatimer.com/) talks about winning magic awards, how to prepare (should you wish to enter contests), and his passion for learning science that led to exploring magic.

01:08:38 - "Narcissus" by Chris Philpott takes his "100 Monkeys" into the close-up world. It is a pretty cool idea that allows your volunteer to snap a picture to keep as a memory of the experience.

01:13:51 - "Deal Sealer" by Cody Fisher is the trick he says gets him the "$100 handshake" as he leaves the corporate party. It is a great presentation for an old chestnut.

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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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