Money and Celebrity Prediction by Peter Nardi

Effect

The Money and Celebrity Prediction routine performed with the Stealth Assassin Wallet creates a multi-phase mentalism effect. A spectator writes down the name of a celebrity, which remains hidden. The performer then introduces three banknotes of different denominations (£20, £10, £5) and asks the spectator to place each in separate pockets. Without any apparent clues, the performer correctly identifies which note is in the left pocket. Next, the performer reveals a written prediction that matches the exact placement of all three notes. Finally, the performer uses the wallet to seemingly extract the spectator's chosen celebrity—John Travolta—from their mind.

Full Details

The routine relies on the Stealth Assassin Wallet, a premium leather wallet with discreet magnetic closures and a built-in SUC peek mechanism (used with permission from Mark Strivings). The wallet allows the performer to secretly obtain information while maintaining a natural, relaxed presentation.

The performance begins with the spectator writing a celebrity name on a business card, which is concealed. The money phase involves the spectator freely distributing three folded banknotes into different pockets. The performer uses psychological suggestion and subtle misdirection to influence the spectator's choices, making the prediction appear impossible. The wallet is then used to reveal the celebrity name in a seemingly impossible way.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This routine is ideal for mentalists and close-up performers who want a structured, multi-phase prediction effect. The Stealth Assassin Wallet is a utility tool, meaning it can be adapted for various routines beyond this specific performance. Performers who value strong audience participation, psychological influence, and clean reveals will find this routine highly effective.

Difficulty

The Money and Celebrity Prediction routine requires intermediate-level skill in mentalism and audience management. The wallet itself is easy to handle, but the success of the routine depends on:

• Smooth, natural handling of the wallet.
• Strong presentation and misdirection.
• Confidence in guiding spectator choices without being obvious.

Peter Nardi’s performance demonstrates that the effect relies more on psychological techniques than complex sleight of hand, making it accessible to performers with experience in suggestion and prediction work.

What Magicians Say

AlakazamMagicUK highlights the versatility of the Stealth Assassin Wallet, calling it a "powerful and versatile tool for mentalists." They note that Nardi’s relaxed, engaging performance style enhances the effect, making it feel organic rather than mechanical.

The routine’s strength lies in its multi-phase structure, combining a money prediction with a celebrity reveal. As Nardi says in the performance: "I'm thinking I'm getting it... your think of the John Travolta, is that right?"—a moment that leaves the spectator stunned.

The wallet’s premium construction and discreet mechanics make it a reliable tool for professional use. While the routine appears effortless, it benefits from strong scripting and audience management, as seen in Nardi’s performance.

For mentalists looking for a clean, interactive prediction effect, the Money and Celebrity Prediction routine with the Stealth Assassin Wallet is a compelling choice.