Monkey In The Middle by Bill Goldman | Hidden Gems #23

Craig Petty showcases 'Monkey In The Middle' by Bill Goldman in his 'Hidden Gems' series, highlighting this classic yet often overlooked card trick. He performs the trick, explains its strengths, and discusses its versatility in routines.

Tricks mentioned

Monkey in the Middle

Key points

'Monkey In The Middle' is a self-working card trick with strong audience reactions.
The trick is examinable and easy to reset, making it practical for performances.
Versatile: works as an opener, part of a sandwich routine, or a finale in an ambitious card routine.
Affordable and available through Penguin Magic, with gimmicks easy to recreate if lost.
Craig rates it highly, calling it a flawless design that’s hard to improve upon.