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476: Richard Hatch - Part One: Searching for S.W. Erdnase

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Richard Hatch is the “H” in the “H&R Magic Books” along with business partner Charlie Randall (the “R”). Richard is also a scholar of magic history and has often been featured at conventions like the “Los Angeles Conference on Magic History” and “MAGIC Live!” talking about his research into the identity of the mysterious S.W. Erdnase, author of “Artifice Ruse and Subterfuge at the Card Table - A Treatise on the Science and Art of Manipulating Cards” but perhaps better known as “The Expert At The Card Table”.

In this week’s podcast we share the first of a two part podcast with Dick Hatch where he talks about the development of H&R Magic Books and his association with Karl Fulves and Walter Graham plus his exhaustive search for the person who was the author of the iconic book on card handling that influenced not only the “Professor”, Dai Vernon, but also generations of card magicians.

http://www.hatchacademy.com/pages/faculty.php Richard Hatch - Deceptionist Rosemary Kimura Hatch, Violinist For more information about classes, performances or to schedule an interview or a free introductory violin class, please call us now at 435-932-0017 or email us at info@hatchacademy.com Taro-san the Fisherman and the Weeping Willow Tree by Richard Hatch, illustrated by Andras Balogh and translated into Japanese by Yukishige Kadoya can now be purchased from the Hatch Academy:

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00:04:43 - Richard Hatch talks about the formation of H&R Magic Books, his association with Walter Graham in publishing the book on Hofzinser, some discussion on Karl Fulves.

00:42:55 - Dick talks about his search for S.W. Erdnase

01:21:46 - Product Review: Unseen by Manoj Kaushal - aside from the fact that the effect is not exactly like it’s advertised, there are a lot of problems with this trick. Not recommended.

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Portland Magic Jam - Tenth year for this intimate gathering of magicians in the Northwestern U.S. Click on the banner above for more information. Don’t miss out attending if you can make it. If not, then make plans now to attend March 27-29, 2020.

Portland Magic Jam - Tenth year for this intimate gathering of magicians in the Northwestern U.S. Click on the banner above for more information. Don’t miss out attending if you can make it. If not, then make plans now to attend March 27-29, 2020.

Their SIGNED CARD appears in THEIR HANDS and wrapped inside THEIR BILL. Order UNSEEN from your favorite magic shop

Tagged with Richard Hatch, H&R Magic Books, Walter Graham, Book Publishing, Hofzinser, S.W. Erdnase.

February 21, 2019 by Scott Wells.
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389: Alan Howard - Passing the Torch

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This episode is entitled "Passing the Torch" because Alan Howard will be the next Editor and Chief of the M.U.M. journal for the Society of American Magicians. The "torch" will be passed from Michael Close and, to continue the analogy, Alan is a juggler so he is used to passing torches...literally.

We had the opportunity to chat with Alan Howard when he was in Houston for the memorial service for long time friend, John Moehring. Alan traveled from Florida just for this special occasion to honor his friend, and former Editor of the M.U.M.

John Moehring died on July 9, 2017, just ten dies shy of his 75th birthday. Tragically, his life was cut short by Parkinson's Disease. A memorial service was planned for August 26th in Houston, Texas. But due to Hurricane Harvey, the service was delayed until October 14, 2017.

John Moehring "Celebration of Life" Slideshow produced by Gary Plants.

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00:05:55- Alan Howard reflects on his friendship with John Moehring then talks about his work as a juggler, his work as an editor for "Juggle" magazine, and his upcoming job as the new editor for M.U.M. magazine.

00:35:27 - Charlie Randall, of H&R Magic Books, reflects on his friendship with John Moehring.

00:44:02 - Product Review: "MoneyMorphosis" is a "self-folding bill" effect where the bill morphs into an origami butterfly. Recommended.

00:50:38 - Product Review: "Cool Beans" by Paul Brook - loyalty cards from coffee chops that have stamps and built-in mentalism tricks. Recommended.

00:53:32 - Product Review: "Loyalty" by Paul Brook - key fob tags with bar codes and company names and logos which you can predict. Clever ideas on this one. Recommended.

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Tagged with Alan Howard, M.U.M., Michael Close, John Moehring, Charlie Randall, H&R Magic Books, S.A.M., Society of American Magicians.

October 19, 2017 by Scott Wells.
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317: Day 1 - TAOM 2016

Friday, September 2

10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Registration - Ballroom Foyer
10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. - Dealers Room Open - Beachcomber
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Harry Allen Lecture - Kokomos
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - David Hira Lecture - Kokomos
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Board Meeting - Kokomos
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Stage Contest and Show with Trigg Watcon and Stuart McDonald hosted by David Hira - Ballroom
9:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. - Fantastic Fun Game Show - Ballroom
10:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - Stuart McDonald Lecture/Workshop

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00:00:13 - Marshall Peterson, owner of H&R Magic Books, talks about the many conventions he has attended as a magic dealer plus what it's like to pack and travel with all the books across the country. He brings us up to date with some of the newest book titles out this year. Marshall also offers a special deal for The Magic Word Podcast listeners: Use the code word "The Magic Word Podcast" and receive a 15% discount on any H&R Magic Books titles (search the website for all of these titles) now through Sunday September 11, 2016.

00:08:01 - 2016 T.A.O.M. President, Judy Donaldson, tells us what is in store for registrants at this year's convention. It is not too late to hurry down to Corpus Christi and register for the rest of this convention.

00:14:20 - John Dahlinger will compete in the senior division of close-up this year. He talks about his road to the competition with advice for others to learn who want to compete in magic convention contests.

00:19:27 - David Hira lectured for us this afternoon and will be a featured lecturer in November for Penguin Magic. He talks about the new Penguin Lecture format. David was listed as one of the top magic lecturers as voted by readers of MAGIC Magazine.

00:31:00 - Jamie Salinas recaps the evening stage contest show "bookended" by Trigg Watson and Stuart McDonald plus the game show. And as we were ending the chat, C.J. Johnson walked by who produced "Survey Says" game show.

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Come to Corpus Christi, Texas TODAY and register at the convention to enjoy all the rest of the activities.

Come to Corpus Christi, Texas TODAY and register at the convention to enjoy all the rest of the activities.

Posted in Convention Report and tagged with Texas Association of Magicians, Corpus Christi, Marshall Peterson, H&R Magic Books, Judy Hollingsworth, John Dahlinger, David Hira, Jamie Salinas, C.J. Johnson.

September 3, 2016 by Scott Wells.
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