SleightfulBlade, Digital Force Bag, Steve Forte, Benjamin Earl and Jason Ladanye.
Steve Faulkner shares his enthusiastic and honest thoughts on various magic products and performances in a casual live stream. He discusses 'Blade' by Nicolas Lawrence, highlighting its visual impact and versatility, though noting its gimmicky nature. The 'Digital Force Bag' app by Craig Squires and Mark Kerstein surprises him with its utility in mentalism routines, especially when integrated into larger acts. Steve praises Jason Ladanye's charismatic Magic Castle performance, emphasizing the importance of showmanship and audience engagement. He also reflects on insights from Ben Earl and Steve Forte's discussion, particularly the value of character over technical perfection in magic. Throughout, Steve advocates for curiosity, embracing mistakes, and enjoying the craft of magic.
Tricks mentioned
Key points
Blade is versatile but leans towards being gimmicky.
Digital Force Bag excels when integrated into larger routines.
Jason Ladanye's performance is praised for its showmanship.
Character and personality are more important than technical perfection.
Embracing mistakes and staying curious are key to enjoying magic.