Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast

We dig deep into the Magic Castle's Junior Society ... and then Eli realizes he's currently the ONLY suspect in the murder of Mason Drexel. Junior Society Interview starts at 00:01:29"I Love That" starts at 00:37:33Chapter Six of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:47:50 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDThe Magic Castle Junior Society: https://www.magiccastle.com/junior-academy/The Personals (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/xQ4mAXAxwFgTruth and Treason (Trailer): https://youtu.be/UPepoAJLsTMCheck out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Full-time physician and part-time magician Dr. Raj Madhok talks about the value of keeping work and magic separate ... and then things continue to heat up for Eli at The Magic Castle. Raj Madhok Interview starts at 00:01:30"I Love That" starts at 00:39:41Chapter Five of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:48:07 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDChad Powers Trailer:  https://youtu.be/_nFZMD8FMM0The Marx Brothers Council Podcast:  https://www.marxbrotherscouncilpodcast.com/A Couple of Grouchos: https://www.fastcheapfilm.com/the-podcast/episode-111-a-couple-of-grouchos-sitting-around-chattingCheck out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Brent Geris takes us through the audition process at The Magic Castle ... and Eli's evening at The Castle takes another surprising turn. Brent Geris Interview starts at 00:03:07"I Love That" starts at 00:47:33Chapter Four of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:59 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMagic Apple Website: https://themagicapple.com/Brent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicapplestore/Nichols and May on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpKhyb3LppeCKGs-Uy1vgANichols and May at Work:  https://youtu.be/2p-lVDmNWYMDebbie Downer at Disneyworld: https://youtu.be/TfE93xON8jkCheck out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Author/Editor/Director Roger Nygard talks about magic and comedy and how to get better at both ... and then Eli's night at The Magic Castle continues. Roger Nygard Interview starts at 00:02:53"I Love That" starts at 00:46:34Chapter Three of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:59:26 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDRoger Nygard website:  http://rogernygard.com/Lonesome Dove Trailer: https://youtu.be/bK3N5UXv4vYPaula Poundstone Routine: https://youtu.be/2rbj13q0_CcCheck out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Co-author Michael Varma digs deep into how The Magic Castle runs, with Ben Roman, Director of Club Experience at The Magic Castle, and then we dive into Chapter Two! Ben Roman Interview starts at 00:01:45"I Love That" starts at 00:26:00Chapter Two of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 00:37:19 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDDr. Horrible's Singalong Blog (Episode One): "Good Night and Good Luck" trailer:Check out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

The co-author of the latest Eli Marks book, "Twisting the Aces," stops by to talk about his life-long interest in magic and how he keeps that passion alive while working a normal nine-to-five job. Then we dive into Chapter One of "Twisting the Aces." Michael Varma Interview starts at 00:06:08"I Love That" starts at 00:53:42Chapter One of "Twisting the Aces" starts at 01:05:18 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMichael Varma website: https://michaelvarma.com/"A Bronx Tale" Trailer: https://youtu.be/z50PjmZYS4A"Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" Trailer: https://youtu.be/VW-F1H-NonkCheck out Albert's Bridge Books:  https://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

In this bonus episode of the podcast, long-time collaborators John and Jim discuss John's diverse career, from low-budget filmmaking to his popular "Eli Marks" mystery series. They delve into his writing process, the new Magic Castle-set book Twisting the Aces, and stories from their "Behind the Page" podcast featuring magicians like Teller. LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDMinnesota Mystery Night: https://www.mnmysterynight.com/Check out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

Master magician Lance Burton returns to share how early inspirations and pivotal mentors shaped his career. He delves into his philosophy on the importance of repetition, learning from failure, and ethical trick selection, all culminating in his profound connection with the audience after decades of performance.Lance Burton Interview starts at 00:01:43"I Love That" starts at 01:01:51“Twisting the Aces” Prolog starts at 01:16:50 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDLance Burton Website: https://www.lanceburton.com/"The Importance of Being Earnest" (Audible Version): https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Oscar-Wilde-BBC-Radio-Drama-Collection-Audiobook/1787534693"Ghost Light" (Full Movie): https://youtu.be/91hRaPHmHoQ"Dying To Audition" (Free Audiobook): https://youtu.be/e0Pta98R0MQCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

David Regal shares his love for creating magic tricks, focusing on the joy of creativity and problem-solving over selling them. Plus, the FINAL chapter of The Linking Rings!David Regal Interview starts at 00:03:14"I Love That" starts at 00:09:28Chapter Twenty-Three of “The Linking Rings" starts at 00:23:32 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDOriginal Interview with David Regal: https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-8-david-regal-on-creating-and-selling-magic-and-chapter-seven-of-the-ambitious-cardDavid Regal Website:  https://davidregal.com/Link to David's Cartoon Book: https://davidregal.com/habracadabra/Harry Price, Ghost Hunter (Trailer): https://youtu.be/0rQyBoSomXAMurder on the Orient Express (Trailer):  https://youtu.be/kjSN6hmg2UYCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/

In this interview excerpt, Jon Armstrong compares magicians to superheroes, emphasizing the importance of relatable abilities and a clear identity for lasting audience impact. A Few Minutes With… Jon Armstrong starts at 00:02:14"I Love That" starts at 00:15:18Chapter Twenty-Two of “The Linking Rings” starts at 00:25:05 LINKSThe Eli Marks Mystery Series: http://www.elimarksmysteries.com/Get yourself a Free Eli Marks Short Story: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/jj1r1yaavjListen to an Eli Marks Audio Short Story: https://BookHip.com/LZBPPMDJon Armstrong Website: https://www.cardjon.com/Original Jon Armstrong Full Interview:  https://www.elimarksmysteries.com/eli-marks-podcast/episode-207-jon-armstrong-on-being-a-magic-consultant-and-chapter-seven-of-the-bullet-catchA Few Minutes with … Jon Armstrong: https://youtu.be/yZqVZ_LVAVYStarman Trailer: https://youtu.be/SOMyCjQzk4wGarbo Talks Trailer: https://youtu.be/2SUn9QMrTOoCheck out everything at Albert's Bridge Books:  http://www.albertsbridgebooks.com/