Sleightly Unhinged's Review - 06/07/2025

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🧙‍♂️ G’day, fellow illusionists and card-wielding tricksters!
Time to dust off your top hats, adjust your monocles, and prepare for a romp through the latest in magic mayhem. This week’s newsletter is a veritable smorgasbord of sleight of hand, science-fueled spectacle, and the kind of cringe-worthy card tricks that’ll make you groan… then steal them. Let’s dive in!

📰 TL;DR

Jason Latimer blends magic and science to inspire kids (and possibly aliens).
Marcus Eddie turns coins into mints—no alchemy degree required.
Daniel Madison uses gaff cards to fake out light switches (or your mates).
Luke Dancy insists being early is the new black (and the old black, tbh).
Hypermnesia lets you fake a photographic memory—perfect for Tinder lies.
Plus: Ace productions, impromptu acts, and a Saturday Show host in a dressing gown.

🎥 Videos Reviewed

🃏 Jason Latimer – World Champion of Magic & Science

Published by penguinmagicshop
Jason Latimer spills the beans on his FISM conquests and how he uses magic to make science less “meh” for schoolkids. Turns out, making a coin vanish is easier than making a teenager care about Newton’s laws.

The Unhinged Take:
Latimer’s “Impossible Science” initiative is the kind of wholesome nonsense that makes you think maybe magic can fix the world. Or at least distract it long enough to sneak in a few equations. If you’ve ever wanted to make a career out of being a human TED Talk crossed with David Copperfield, this one’s for you.

Details here → Jason Latimer - World Champion of Magic & Science - Penguin Magic Podcast

🪙 How to do an impossible coin to mint!! | Marcus Eddie

Published by MurphysMagicSupplies
Marcus Eddie teaches a coin-to-mint transformation that’s as refreshing as a Mentos ad. The routine’s angle-friendly, which is magician code for “you can perform this without hiding your hands up your nose.”

The Unhinged Take:
If you’ve ever wanted to turn a quid into a sweet (without investing in a vending machine), this is your golden ticket. Eddie’s teaching style is smoother than a buttered-up dove, and the giveaway at the end might just score you free gimmicks. Mint condition magic, indeed.

Details here → How to do an impossible coin to mint!! | Saturday Sorcery Marcus Eddie tutorial

🃏 That's not a Light Switch!! Magic with GAFF Playing Cards

Published by DANIELmadison
Daniel Madison flips a card that definitely isn’t a light switch, using gaff cards so sneaky they’d make a pickpocket blush. Toby Davies and Tom Prescott film it like it’s an Apple ad—minimalist, moody, and slightly pretentious.

The Unhinged Take:
Madison’s magic is like a well-tied tie: understated but devastating. The gaff cards here are the unsung heroes, letting the effect punch above its weight. If you’ve ever wanted to gaslight someone into thinking they’ve lost their mind, this routine’s your new best mate.

Details here → That's not a Light Switch!! Magic with GAFF Playing Cards

🕒 If You're On Time, You're Already Late!

Published by itsallthingsmagic
Luke Dancy schools us all on punctuality, arguing that arriving early is the secret sauce to looking like a pro. Spoiler: It’s not about magic tricks. It’s about being the type of person who owns a calendar.

The Unhinged Take:
Dancy’s right—showing up on time is the magical equivalent of wearing socks with sandals. Early arrival lets you scout the venue, schmooze the client, and panic privately about the dodgy Wi-Fi. A must-watch for anyone tired of being mistaken for the pizza delivery.

Details here → If You're On Time, You're Already Late!

📱 Hypermnesia by Pierre Féodor Review

Published by EverythingMagicPro99
A digital tool that turns your phone into a fake memory machine. Input three digits, and presto!—you’re recalling contacts like a human Google. No assistants, no internet, just your smug face.

The Unhinged Take:
Hypermnesia is the Swiss Army knife of mentalism, if Swiss Army knives could mooch off your phone’s contact list. It’s perfect for name-dropping at parties or convincing your boss you’ve “memorized” the quarterly report. Note: Does not help with remembering your anniversary.

Details here → Hypermnesia by Pierre Féodor Review (Most difficult review yet! 🧐)

🃏 7 Ways To Produce The Four Aces | Biz

Published by BigBlindMedia
Biz drops seven ace productions, from slip cuts to snap reveals. It’s like a buffet for card nerds—take a little of this, a little of that, and suddenly your routine’s a five-star meal.

The Unhinged Take:
If aces are your love language, this video’s a full-on sonnet. The “Cutting Trees” method alone is worth the watch—visual, fluid, and just flashy enough to make your audience clap. Pair with a martini for maximum suaveness.

Details here → 7 Ways To Produce The Four Aces | EXPLAINED (Magic Tutorial)

🎩 The Saturday Show 5th July 2025 - MonsterMagic.co.uk

Published by monstermagicshop
Alex Kirk reviews four tricks from his boat (Colin), wearing a dressing gown like it’s the height of fashion. Highlights include a dice trick, a frame gimmick, and Ox Bender 2.0—because bending things never gets old.

The Unhinged Take:
Kirk’s reviews are like a cozy chat with a mate who just happens to have a PhD in magic. His enthusiasm is contagious, and watching him geek out over gadgets is half the fun. Pro tip: Watch this with a cuppa and a biscuit for maximum enjoyment.

Details here → The Saturday Show 5th July 2025 - MonsterMagic.co.uk

🎒 I have £75 and need an IMPROMTU looking act with ORGANIC PROPS!!!

Published by AlakazamMagicUK
A budget-friendly act using the Merger Pack, Thumb Tip, and AirFlight. It’s like MacGyver, but with more vanishing rings and fewer duct tape life hacks.

The Unhinged Take:
Alakazam’s trio of tricks proves you don’t need a vault of gimmicks to look like a seasoned pro. The Merger Pack’s versatility is the star here—transpositions, transformations, and the kind of subtlety that’ll make spectators question reality. Budget magic? More like budget mayhem.

Details here → I have £75 and need an IMPROMTU looking act with ORGANIC PROPS!!!

🃏 TOP 10 Modern Self Working Card Tricks

Published by magicorthodoxy
A compilation of self-working card tricks that’ll make you look like a genius without breaking a sweat. Perfect for days when your fingers refuse to cooperate.

The Unhinged Take:
Self-working tricks are the cheat codes of magic—and there’s no trophy for honesty here. This list leans into the “less sweat, more spectacle” philosophy, with effects that punch above their technical weight. Ideal for beginners or vets needing a quick refresh.

Details here → TOP 10 Modern Self Working Card Tricks

🃏 Flappy Jacks Card Trick Tutorial

Published by BestMagic
A flashy reveal of the four Jacks using a “sleight of finger” that’s probably easier than it sounds. The name alone deserves an award.

The Unhinged Take:
“Flappy Jacks” sounds like a breakfast menu mishap, but the trick itself is a visual delight. Best served with a flourish and a wink. If you’ve ever wanted to make cards flap like a startled pigeon, today’s your lucky day.

Details here → Magic Card Trick Tutorial - Flappy Jacks #magic #tutorial #shorts

🎁 Other videos I didn’t have space for

🎩 Farewell

A quick shower thought: The best magic isn’t about the trick—it’s about the story you wrap around it. Whether you’re bending coins or faking a memory, make ’em lean in. Oh, and always pack a backup deck. Trust me.

Sleightly Unhinged
“I put the ‘art’ in ‘sleight of hand’ and the ‘oh no’ in ‘no-palm-needed’.”