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What Magicians Can Learn From Comedians
Before I ever got into theaters, conferences, and corporate events, I was hustling stages wherever I could find them. And some of those...
Jul 26, 2025


Why I Talk About My Brother on Stage
Part of my mission now is helping people of all ages reconnect with their passion and purpose — because I believe everyone has a reason to be here, right now.
Jul 22, 2025


Magic Is the Medium. Connection Is the Message.
When I started getting paid to perform magic at the age of 13, it wasn’t about the tricks, the sleight of hand, the surprise reveals, or...
Jul 18, 2025


Why Magic Is the Ultimate Icebreaker
When people see a magic trick together, something weird and wonderful happens. They don’t just watch it; they experience it. And that...
Jul 16, 2025


You Don’t Need the Strongest Trick to Close the Show
I don’t have one “set” closer for my show. Sometimes I end with a high energy, freak out moment. Sometimes with a routine that gets a...
Jul 14, 2025


5 Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Magician
Hiring a magician should be the easy part. But a lot of people don’t actually know what they’re looking for — and that’s where the...
Jul 12, 2025


The Dance Floor of Death
It sounds dramatic. And it kind of is. Ask any live performer, comic, or speaker about the “dance floor of death” and you’ll probably get...
Jul 11, 2025


Why I Don’t Want to Fool You — I Want to Connect With You
Forget the “gotcha” magic. The best shows aren’t about tricking you. They’re about connecting with you. Here’s how I build that trust from the moment I step on stage.
Jun 4, 2025


Why I Stick Around After the Show
The curtain might drop, but the show isn’t over. Some of the most meaningful moments happen after the final trick, when the lights come...
May 31, 2025


Modern Magic Needs a Makeover
People still ask me: “Why don’t you wear a top hat?” I get it. That’s the image a lot of people still have in their heads. But it’s not...
May 29, 2025


How I Booked My First Big Show (And What I’d Do Differently Now)
Every magician remembers their first “big” show. The one where everything suddenly feels real. The room is bigger, the crowd is louder,...
May 28, 2025


The Five Emotions I Want You to Feel at My Show
Every trick I perform, every moment I build onstage, comes back to this: how do I want you to feel? Magic isn’t just about clever reveals...
May 26, 2025


How I Read a Room in 10 Seconds
People always ask me how I adapt so quickly to different audiences. It’s not magic, it’s reading the room. And I can usually get a solid...
May 23, 2025


The Secret to a Standing Ovation Isn’t the Trick: It’s the Build
A lot of people think a standing ovation is about the trick: the big reveal, the wow moment that makes jaws drop. But after doing this...
May 22, 2025


Vendor Spotlight: Brownlee Press: Where Print Meets Personality
Bill and Teddy. (Bill is the man) When you run a business based on live events and storytelling, having the right print partner isn’t a...
May 21, 2025


Is Anyone Actually Going to Dance?
It’s the question no one asks out loud — but every event planner should. The DJ’s playlist was fire. The dance floor? Not so much. We’ve...
May 19, 2025


My First Paid Gig: $50, a Hooters Shirt, and a Backyard Full of Wonder
I was 13 years old. I’d just been booked for my first real paid gig — a Labor Day party in the backyard of one of my dad’s friends. The...
May 18, 2025


30 Life Lessons I’ve Learned by 30
Turning 30 felt like hitting a milestone I never saw coming. One moment, I'm 18, thinking I've got it all figured out; the next, I'm...
May 17, 2025


Why Audience Interaction Isn’t Just a Gimmick, It’s the Show
When I step on stage, I'm not the only one performing. In fact, the real stars of the show are often sitting in the crowd, waiting to be...
May 15, 2025


Why Corporate Events in Grand Rapids Deserve Better Entertainment
If you’ve ever been to a corporate event in Grand Rapids, you know the script: buffet, icebreaker, speaker, raffle. Maybe a DJ or photo...
May 13, 2025
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