👋 Ahoy, fellow illusionists and card-slinging rascals!

TL;DR

This week’s magic digest: Daniel Madison’s MAD DECK drops jaws (and cards), Scott Wells serves up a commercial card routine that’s straight fire, and Jay Sankey reveals a “mind-blower” that’s easier than a pub quiz. We’ve got techy gadgets, library-building wisdom, and a trick that makes queens stretch—ahem—visually. Plus, a reminder that even self-working tricks can be bloody brilliant.

Videos Reviewed

🎥 The Vanishing Card with The MAD DECK from MADISON.cards
By DANIELmadison

A slick promo for Madison’s MAD DECK, showcasing a vanishing card that’s all smoke, mirrors, and gritty minimalism. The deck’s design screams “I do backflips in a trench coat,” and the trick leans on visual deception over technical gymnastics.

The Unhinged Take:
Madison’s aesthetic is like a Bond villain who moonlights as a cardsharp—dangerous but stylish. The vanish itself is a cheeky nod to magicians who’d rather wow a crowd than fumble with gimmicks. If you’ve ever wanted to make a card disappear faster than your ex’s texts, this deck’s your wingman.

Details here → The Vanishing Card with The MAD DECK from MADISON.cards

🎥 How to do an impossible commercial routine!! | Saturday Sorcery Scott Wells tutorial
By MurphysMagicSupplies

Scott Wells teaches Straight & Wild, a routine that’s equal parts “how?!” and “why didn’t I think of that?” It’s built for table hops, with misdirection sharper than a shiv and pacing tighter than a new deck.

The Unhinged Take:
This routine is the magical equivalent of a mic drop in a library—quietly devastating. Wells’ genius lies in making the impossible feel like a casual chat. Bonus points for the giveaway—because who doesn’t love free stuff?

Details here → How to do an impossible commercial routine!!

🎥 Mental Pad by Dynamic Sahil Review
By ChrisEdwardsMagic

A peek device disguised as a notebook. Write on it, close it, and—poof—the magician sees your deepest secrets (or doodles of cats). No apps, no Bluetooth, just spy-gadget chic.

The Unhinged Take:
The Mental Pad is the James Bond of peek tools—sleek, silent, and shamelessly effective. It’s like cheating at Scrabble but with more flair. Mentalists, prepare to read minds without looking like a tech wizard.

Details here → Mental Pad by Dynamic Sahil Review

🎥 Impossible STOP Trick - Tutorial
By SeanDevine

A “freeze-frame” effect where time bends to your will. Likely a mix of sleight and psychology, making it a street-magic staple.

The Unhinged Take:
Imagine pausing life like a VHS tape—minus the rewind drama. This trick’s a crowd-pleaser, though I’d love to see the method. Until then, I’ll assume it involves a time machine or very quick fingers.

Details here → Impossible STOP Trick - Tutorial

🎥 Stretching The Queen #magic #tutorial #shorts
By BestMagic

A queen card elongates like taffy. Probably gimmicked, but the tutorial’s brevity makes it ideal for quick learning.

The Unhinged Take:
If this trick were a party trick, it’d be the one that gets you kicked out for “overdoing it.” Still, a fun visual gag—perfect for audiences who appreciate stretchy monarchs.

Details here → Stretching The Queen

🎥 '100% GUARANTEED' MIND-BLOWER! [Jay Sankey EASY Magic Trick Tutorial]
By SankeyMagic

Sankey’s beginner-friendly card trick promises oohs and aahs with minimal effort. Classic Sankey: simple, sneaky, and suspiciously effective.

The Unhinged Take:
Jay Sankey’s like that mate who wins at poker with a wink and a half-decent bluff. This trick’s the magical equivalent of a “trust me, I’m a wizard” wink.

Details here → '100% GUARANTEED' MIND-BLOWER!

🎥 Top 10 Self Working Magic Tricks
By magicorthodoxy

A roundup of tricks that work themselves—ideal for lazy magicians or those who prefer “effortless” over “elbow grease.”

The Unhinged Take:
Self-working tricks are the takeaway curry of magic—no prep, all flavor. A solid intro for newbies, though veterans might crave more spice.

Details here → Top 10 Self Working Magic Tricks

🎥 IShowSpeed Watches Magic In Turkey - Magician Reacts
By AMillionCardTricks

A breakdown of a street performance for internet’s favorite chaos gremlin, IShowSpeed. Crowd work meets chaos theory.

The Unhinged Take:
Performing for Speed is like juggling chainsaws—thrilling, but one misstep and you’re trending. A masterclass in adapting to unpredictable energy.

Details here → IShowSpeed Watches Magic In Turkey

🎥 Build a Magic Library That Inspires You
By EruditeMagic

A love letter to dusty books and the wisdom they hold. Curate your shelves like a sommelier curates wine—with purpose and a dash of pretension.

The Unhinged Take:
A magic library isn’t just books—it’s a time machine. Plus, nothing says “mysterious” like quoting Erdnase at a party.

Details here → Build a Magic Library That Inspires You

🎥 CRAZY MAGIC TRICK (REVEALED)
By oscar

A mystery trick with the method spilled. High-impact, low-detail—the TikTok of magic.

The Unhinged Take:
Revealed tricks are like spoilers—ruin them for someone and you’re cursed to eternal eye-rolls. Still, a cheeky peek at what makes magicians gasp.

Details here → CRAZY MAGIC TRICK (REVEALED)

Other videos I didn’t have space for

• Up close with The MAD DECK from MADISON.cards
• MAD MOVES with the MAD Playing Cards - MADISON.cards
• Easy Hack To ANY Card Trick! #magic #tricks #tutorial
• Saturn Magic Live Stream Sunday 27th July 2025
• PULL MORE TRIGGERS!!! (Jay Sankey Small Business Tips + Advice)
• Invest More of YOU in Your Business! (Jay Sankey Small Business Tips + Advice)
• Magic Card Trick Tutorial - Stretching The Queen #magic #tutorial #shorts

Farewell

Did you know the first recorded magic trick was a cup and ball routine in ancient Egypt? Imagine pulling that off without a YouTube tutorial. Next time you fumble a sleight, remember: even pharaohs had to start somewhere.

Until next time, keep the cards sharp and the banter sharper.

— Sleightly Unhinged

P.S. If you see Daniel Madison doing cardistry in a trench coat, buy him a pint. The man earns it.