The Insider

In this episode, magician Avi Yap shares his journey from injury to innovation in coin magic, discussing his creative process, the importance of vision, and how he bridges old school techniques with modern performance. You will gain insights into making magic more natural, the role of framing, and the value of a clear concept in effect creation. And how you do NOT want to perform for Avi's Mom.

In this episode, Guy Hollingworth shares insights from his journey in magic, including the development of his latest book 'More Drawing Room Deceptions,' his approach to accessible magic, and his transition from close-up to stage performance.

Dana Pleasant shares her journey from photography and musical theater to becoming a magician, her creative process for her signature Polaroid trick, and insights on making magic memorable and personal.

Ella Nicholson is proof that magic's next generation is already here. The Irish teenager made her national television debut on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and since then has continued to build a reputation for her creative magic. She's one of magic's future stars and we first met her as a Youth Scholar two years ago at The Session. At the end, Damian's 12 year old daughter, Isis, hops on to ask Ella some questions of her own.

Kieron is a unique being. Creator, performer, lecturer, human fountain, bubble maestro, close up wonder, regurgitator, stage performer, and husband and Dad. We chat about it all today, and his first lecture in about nine years which will be at The Session in London, January 2027.