Stranded with a Stranger: Steven Mills
Steven Mills, a magician with 60 years of experience, shares his favorite tricks in this podcast episode. He highlights 'Jumping Arrow' (a visual paddle trick where an arrow appears to jump between two sides), 'Hopping Halves' (a classic coin routine where halves of a coin magically reunite), 'Col Monte' (a clever packet trick), 'The Awakening' (a rope routine with a surprising reveal), 'Pothole Trick' (a moving hole effect that defies logic), and 'Starcle' (a napkin tear trick that leaves audiences amazed). Steven's philosophy focuses on practical, foolproof magic with clean endings and minimal props.
Key points
Steven Mills prioritizes practical, timeless magic tricks.
He emphasizes clean endings and minimal props.
His top picks include visual and classic effects.
Steven values fooling audiences effectively over novelty.
He recommends 'Close-Up Card Magic' by Harry Lorayne.