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Inductions by Peter Turner

Created by: Peter Turner

The 'How To Control Minds' kit by Peter Turner is a propless mentalism and pseudo-hypnosis collection featuring 10 powerful routines designed to create the illusion of mind control and hypnosis. Spectators experience effects like the Try Principle (making them unable to perform simple tasks like lifting a pen), the Jedi Push (making someone fall without touching them), and the Midas Touch (a PK touch routine). The kit is beginner-friendly but also offers advanced insights through jam sessions with Mark Lemon. It includes 15 hours of video tutorials, a commemorative brass pen, dice, a deck of cards, and 50 billets. This is ideal for close-up or parlour mentalism performances.

Key features

  • 10 propless mentalism routines

  • 15 hours of detailed video tutorials

  • Beginner-friendly with advanced insights

  • Includes commemorative props (brass pen, dice, deck of cards, billets)

  • Jam sessions with Mark Lemon for deeper learning

Pros

  • Rich, well-produced content

  • Beginner-friendly yet valuable for advanced performers

  • Strong routines that establish credibility as a mentalist

  • Includes practical props for performance

Cons

  • High price point ($150)

  • May be overwhelming for casual learners

  • Could benefit from segmented purchasing options

Effect

The trick called Inductions creates the illusion of rapid hypnosis. The performer appears to hypnotize a spectator almost instantly, often with a simple gesture like a tap on the head. The spectator experiences the sensation of being hypnotized, though no actual hypnosis occurs. The effect is convincing and leaves the audience believing the performer has genuine mind-control abilities.

Full details

Inductions is part of Peter Turner’s How to Control Minds kit, which includes 10 propless mentalism routines. The Inductions routine teaches multiple methods for creating the appearance of rapid hypnosis. The kit provides 15 hours of video tutorials, covering beginner-friendly techniques as well as advanced insights from Mark Lemon, a mentalist and TV consultant. The material is structured to help performers develop a strong mentalism act without relying on props.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for mentalists and magicians interested in pseudo-hypnosis and propless mentalism. Beginners can learn the basics quickly, while experienced performers will find deeper insights in the jam sessions. If you want to add a convincing hypnosis-style effect to your repertoire, Inductions is a strong option.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The techniques in Inductions are beginner-friendly, allowing new performers to achieve results with minimal practice. However, selling the effect convincingly requires confidence and strong presentation skills. The video tutorials provide detailed guidance, making it easier to refine the performance over time.

What magicians say

Fiddlinjonny, a reviewer of How to Control Minds, describes Inductions as "really cool" and praises its ability to create the illusion of instant hypnosis. He notes that while the routines are beginner-friendly, mastering the performance style takes time. The kit’s 15 hours of content provide thorough instruction, but the $150 price may be steep for casual learners. He recommends it for those serious about propless mentalism.

The reviewer also highlights the value of the jam sessions, where Mark Lemon offers additional tips and refinements. This makes the material useful for both beginners and advanced performers. Overall, Inductions is a strong addition to a mentalist’s toolkit if the performer is willing to invest time in learning and practicing the techniques.

What people are saying about Inductions

fiddlinjonny says...

The ad copy is accurate—you will learn the routines described, and while it's pseudo-hypnosis, the spectator has the experience of being controlled. [...] At $150, it's a lot of money, but if you're committed to propless mentalism, the value is there.

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