SleightfulI'm Lecturing at THE SESSION Convention '26... and I'm s***ing myself.
In this deeply personal podcast episode, the host announces his upcoming lecture at The Session 2026 convention, candidly discussing his excitement and fears, including imposter syndrome and the challenges of defining his magical brand focused on app-based magic, gimmicks, and visual effects. He emphasizes his refusal to turn the lecture into a dealer demo, seeks audience input on what to teach, and shares live reactions to new releases like No-Risk Ring Flight, The Final Cut, and Sealed³, while praising Not ESP for its effectiveness. The episode offers inspirational insights into performance tips, magical theory, and the importance of creating genuine surprise and emotional impact in magic.
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Key points
Host is lecturing at The Session 2026 convention and discusses imposter syndrome and his 'Yes Year' of accepting challenges.
Magical brand is centered on app-based magic, gimmicks, and visual effects, with a refusal to do dealer demos in lectures.
Seeks audience input on what to teach, emphasizing the importance of real magic and surprise over mere improbabilities.
Includes live reactions to new tricks: No-Risk Ring Flight for performance tips, The Final Cut and Sealed³ as potential strong effects, and high praise for Not ESP's effectiveness.
Recaps a local magic show and mentions upcoming lectures, promoting community engagement and inspirational messages for magicians.