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The Last Greatest Magician
Jim Steinmeyer’s latest book uncovers the life of America’s last greatest magician, Howard Thurston.
Read moreHow Does the Brain Work?
Recently on NOVA scienceNOW, host Neil DeGrasse Tyson traveled to Las Vegas to meet with leading magicians and neuroscientists to discuss why our brain allows us to be fooled by magic.
Read moreSleights of Mind
Stephen Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde, the founders of the exciting new discipline of neuromagic, have convinced some of the world’s greatest magicians to allow scientists to study their techniques for tricking the brain.
Read morePlaying Card Mosaic
David Alvarez of Leavenworth, Washington, is possibly the first to use playing cards for a mosaic portrait.
Read moreThe Illusionist
From the director of The Triplets of Belleville comes a new animated film, The Illusionist.
Read moreThe Power of Storytelling
Veteran storyteller Jay O’Callahan illustrates how stories tap into our imagination, engage those around us, and inspire amazing achievements. Stories, he argues, are what make us alive.
Read moreWhat is Innovation?
Committed to advancing the culture of innovation, OnInnovation captures the inspiring oral histories of today’s leading visionaries through insightful interviews.
Read moreThe Skull by Richard Wiseman
Richard Wiseman reveals the secret to a new illusion, The Skull. But first, try to figure out how he vanishes it right before your eyes with no camera trickery whatsoever.
Read moreGlenn Kaino Interview
Glenn Kaino discusses his work for Creative Time called, “Honor Among Thieves”, featuring the magician Ryan Majestic, for Performa 09.
Read moreINK by Virtuoso
In this spectacular video, The Virts showcase their revolutionary playing card flourishes with style, flair and attitude.
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