Genii Magazine February 2025
GENII THE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE VOLUME 88 NUMBER 2FEBRUARY 2025The Genii Speaks by Jim SteinmeyerWe've made some additions and picked up a plural MailboxCongratulations, suggestions, and plans. The February AlmanacOn this day, Horace Goldin patented a
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GENII
THE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE
VOLUME 88
NUMBER 2
FEBRUARY 2025
The Genii Speaks by Jim Steinmeyer
We've made some additions and picked up a plural
Mailbox
Congratulations, suggestions, and plans.
The February Almanac
On this day, Horace Goldin patented a cannon.
In Memoriam, Kreskin by Mark Holstein
Remembering America's popular mentalist
The Eye by Vanessa Armstrong
FISM makes plans, Houdini makes a movie.
FEATURES
What We See & What We Don't by Peter Lamont
An excerpt from Radical Thinking, our perceptions are explained in the streets of Edinburgh, with a nod to the world of magic and deception.
What Is This Magazine?
A moment to reflect, a moment to strategize, Genii Editor at Large looks at the opportunity for a modern magic magazine.
Hugard's "Real Magician" by Dominic Twose
A mysterious performance of card magic from 1926 demonstrates ingenious thinking and careful reporting from two legendary magicians.
IN PRACTICE
Magicana: Nous Savons by Richard Kaufman
An officially footing card miracle from Benjamin Barnes
OG AWE Struck by Adam Elbaum
A devious take on Think a Card
Bank Night by Roberto Mansilla
A classic plot using three envelopes to create a powerful opener.
Inzani Bottle Production by Jerry Sadowitz
The story and technique behind a famously gimmick free effect.
IN PERFORMANCE
The Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster
Holiday Mystique: Redecorating for the seasons
The Magicians Agency Theatre by Vannessa Armstrong
Scott Pepper's plans for his San Antonio theatre
MARKETPLACE
Best in Show by Jeff Prace
Precise tools created by The Perfect Shuffle
Staff Picks by The Magic Apple
The San Fernando Valley's local magic shop.
Trick Reviews
Liquify, Super Drink, Appearing Glass, Three Card Monte Stand, Simon Says, and Bammo Buddha Time Machine.
Book Reviews
The Yankee Magic Collector 21, Mentalism Incorporated Vols 1 & 2, Conjuring the Spirit World
Advertiser Index
WORKSHOP
Cartoon Physics & Magic by Dr. Matt Pritchard
Experimenting optical illusions and techniques.
Songwriting for Magicians by Pete Mccabe
Writing a better, clearer, and more entertaining show
Getting Down to Business by Sara Crasson
Business decisions can define a path in magic.
PERSPECTIVES
Slightly Astonishing by Jim Hagy
Your insights into magic may be a secret power.
Exposing Herbert Albini's Exposures by Ben Winn
Albini wasn't beloved; he annoyed his colleagues.
Mysterious Poetry by Jason Bishop
The illusionist's strange, misty floating sphere.
Coffee With... by Derren Brown
A chat with the groundbreaking mentalist.
Subscription Information/Advertiser Index
THE CONJURORS' MAGAZINE
VOLUME 88
NUMBER 2
FEBRUARY 2025
The Genii Speaks by Jim Steinmeyer
Mailbox
The February Almanac
In Memoriam, Kreskin by Mark Holstein
The Eye by Vanessa Armstrong
FEATURES
What We See & What We Don't by Peter Lamont
What Is This Magazine?
Hugard's "Real Magician" by Dominic Twose
IN PRACTICE
Magicana: Nous Savons by Richard Kaufman
OG AWE Struck by Adam Elbaum
Bank Night by Roberto Mansilla
Inzani Bottle Production by Jerry Sadowitz
IN PERFORMANCE
The Magic Castle by Shawn McMaster
The Magicians Agency Theatre by Vannessa Armstrong
MARKETPLACE
Best in Show by Jeff Prace
Staff Picks by The Magic Apple
Trick Reviews
Book Reviews
Advertiser Index
WORKSHOP
Cartoon Physics & Magic by Dr. Matt Pritchard
Songwriting for Magicians by Pete Mccabe
Getting Down to Business by Sara Crasson
PERSPECTIVES
Slightly Astonishing by Jim Hagy
Exposing Herbert Albini's Exposures by Ben Winn
Mysterious Poetry by Jason Bishop
Coffee With... by Derren Brown
Subscription Information/Advertiser Index