Ahoy, fellow illusionists and card-wielding tricksters

Welcome to the latest edition of Sleightly Unhinged’s Magical Musings, where we dissect the latest in magic with the precision of a card sharp and the charm of a slightly tipsy pub raconteur. Buckle up—this week’s lineup’s got more twists than a magician’s thumb.

TL;DR

This week: Mental Voice 2 could make your audience hear voices (in a good way), Equalizer Chips promise control without the sketchy vibes, and Jay Sankey’s business advice is required reading for magicians who’d rather not starve. Plus, card tricks that’ll make you look like a wizard, and a Q&A with Craig Petty that answers the questions you didn’t know you had.

Videos Reviewed

🎩 Travelling Chips by R. Paul Wilson & Steve Delaere | Review Show Special

Craig Petty and his son Ryland dissect Travelling Chips, a coin/chip trick that’s equal parts clever and sneaky. If you’ve ever wanted to make objects vanish like a magician with a grudge, this review’s your roadmap.

The Unhinged Take:
A deep dive into a trick that’s less “hocus pocus” and more “how did that chip get there without me noticing?” Craig’s reviews are like a fine whiskey—aged to perfection and best enjoyed with a side of skepticism.

Details here → Travelling Chips

🃏 Equalizer Chips by Dead Rebel | Full Performance

Dead Rebel’s Equalizer Chips are here to give you Jedi-level control over spectator choices. Think of them as a cheat code for mind-reading, wrapped in a leather wallet that screams “I’m a sophisticated trickster.”

The Unhinged Take:
If free will is an illusion, why not make it your illusion? These chips are perfect for mentalists who want to play god without breaking a sweat. Just don’t use them to rig elections.

Details here → Equalizer Chips

📈 So You Made A Sale...NOW WHAT? | Jay Sankey Small Business Advice

Jay Sankey spills the beans on turning magic sales into a sustainable biz. Spoiler: It’s less about the trick and more about making your fans feel like they’re part of the act.

The Unhinged Take:
Jay’s advice is the magical equivalent of learning to juggle chainsaws—terrifying, but bloody useful. If you’ve ever wondered why people buy your nonsense, this’ll clear it up.

Details here → So You Made A Sale

🎩 Great Brands REFLECT Their Fans | Jay Sankey Small Business Advice

Sankey’s back with more branding wisdom: Your magic brand should mirror your audience’s desires. Because nothing says “I’m a visionary” like selling tricks to people who already think you’re their spirit animal.

The Unhinged Take:
Branding isn’t about you—it’s about the people who’d follow you into a cursed corn maze. Jay’s advice is like a mirror, but without the scary clown reflections.

Details here → Great Brands Reflect Their Fans

🃏 Magic Card Trick Tutorial - Easy Card Change With A Flick

A beginner-friendly card change that’ll make you look like you’ve been practicing since the Victorian era. Just flick, misdirect, and bam—sudden wizardry.

The Unhinged Take:
This trick’s so easy, even your cat could probably do it. But since they’re busy knocking over your props, you’ll have to settle for doing it yourself.

Details here → Easy Card Change

🃏 The FAIREST Force EVER Created! (Reid Ferry)

Reid Ferry’s second deal force is so smooth, it could seduce a lie detector. If you’ve ever wanted to force a card without the spectator blinking, this is your new obsession.

The Unhinged Take:
Ferry’s method is like a velvet glove over an iron fist—gentle to the touch, but with the subtlety of a ninja. Warning: May cause spontaneous applause.

Details here → The FAIREST Force

🎩 Mental Voice 2 by Umesh and Black Box Magic Productions

Mental Voice 2 lets you beam thoughts into spectators’ heads via bone conduction tech. It’s like telepathy, but with more wires and fewer hippie vibes.

The Unhinged Take:
This device is the closest you’ll get to being Professor X without needing a wheelchair. Just don’t accidentally play your Spotify Wrapped on stage.

Details here → Mental Voice 2

🎉 The BEST Magic Trick To Do At A Party

Oscar’s party trick is the magical equivalent of a party hat—bright, loud, and guaranteed to make you the center of attention. Perfect for when you need to impress strangers before the keg runs dry.

The Unhinged Take:
If magic were a cocktail, this trick would be a flaming shot of tequila. It’s not subtle, but it’ll make everyone forget they’re trapped at a party with a magician.

Details here → BEST Party Trick

🎙️ Craigs Show Blueprint, Tattoo Magic & More! | Q&A With Craig Petty

Craig Petty answers questions about show structure, tattoo magic, and how to handle rude audiences. Spoiler: The answer is always “smile and lie.”

The Unhinged Take:
Craig’s Q&A is like a therapy session for magicians, minus the couch and the awkward silences. Essential viewing for anyone who’s ever been heckled by a toddler.

Details here → Craig Petty Q&A

🎩 The Ring Swing Thing by Sirus Magic

A wearable ring-and-chain trick that turns spectators into accidental magicians. It’s like letting the audience borrow your powers—without the risk of them stealing your cape.

The Unhinged Take:
This trick’s so foolproof, even your gran could perform it after three cups of tea. Just don’t let her near the chain—unless you want a new family heirloom.

Details here → The Ring Swing Thing

Other videos I didn’t have space for

• SHINE 2 (with remote) by Magic 007 & MS Magic
• Sharp E.S.P. by Jonathan Friedman and Nonplus Productions
• Bicycle Panda Playing Cards (Deck Review)
• Bicycle Panda Playing Cards (Promotion)
• Wishers Playing Cards Deck Review

Farewell

A quick shower thought: The best magic isn’t about the trick—it’s about the story you tell while the audience’s brain short-circuits. Also, did you know the first recorded magic trick was a rabbit pulled out of a hat… by a wizard named Dave? No? Well, it should be.

Stay sharp, stay sneaky, and for the love of Houdini, practice.
Sleightly Unhinged