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Episode 59 comes to us from Andrew's house and Keith's hotel room (please forgive the sound quality issues)!

NEWS:

We're aware of the bugs in iTunes 7. Please be sure to check your software for updates, and continue to let us know if you have problems with the podcast.

We will be reviewing Kioku next week, so check out the product description, and send us your questions or comments.

PROGRAMMING NOTE: What's New with Keith and Andrew? has been cancelled due to total lack of interest.

ETHICS: Lecture Pitches. (Thanks, Troy!)

PRODUCT REVIEW: The Anything Wallet by David Goring. Review by Chet.

FEEDBACK:

Richard contributes his two cents to our subtlety discussion.

Eric calls to get our opinions on Cyril.

Keone asks about using your significant other as an assistant in your show.

Patrick the Mediocre shares a horror story.

HYPE OF THE WEEK: Harry Potter Magic Wand. (Thanks, Aramis!)

Direct download: GMG20060928.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 3:29 AM
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Episode 58 is here, and we need to warn you: this podcast contains far more than the government's recommended weekly dose of UKG.

NEWS:

It's Magic! celebrated a milestone (50 years!) with a show at the Kodak Theatre featuring Jason Alexander, Lance Burton, Jeff McBride, Rich Bloch, Juliana Chen, Kevin James, Michael Finney, Kalin & Jinger, Dimmare, The Passing Zone, the Pendragons, Mac King, Jason Latimer, Rick Thomas, Darren Romeo, Gay Blackstone, and Siegfried! (thanks, Kif!)

WHAT'S NEW WITH KEITH AND ANDREW?

We debut a new segment where Keith and Andrew talk about their lives.

PRODUCT REVIEW: Trickery: A Collection of Close Up Magic by David Forrest. (Review by Gareth.)

FEEDBACK:

Gareth clears up the Ravenhair/Ravenclaw misunderstanding.

Odin raves about the Tarot Gaff Deck.

One of you awesome people actually made Bart's Land of Happy Magic a reality.

Jason solves Keith's problem.

Matt sent in these clips of smash/stab tricks gone wrong: CLIP 1 and CLIP 2.

Binary invented the Super Hypernator!!!1!

Mike shares some subtlety tips.

Chris wants to be famous, and he wants to see Andrew's show.

HYPE OF THE WEEK: Perfect Asunder from Mix Star. (Thanks, Anonymous!)

We'll see you all next week for another thrilling edition of What's New With Keith and Andrew!

Direct download: GMG20060921.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:23 AM

Episode 57 brings the eagerly awaited return of 86% Crap! First things first, though.

NEWS:

Apple released Version 7 of iTunes this week. It's a free download, so go ahead and update already!

GMG has heard from multiple sources about an... interesting(?) evening for the Pendragons. CLICK HERE to read a Genii thread about the incident. Note: The Genii user "payne" is not Andrew Payne.

DISCUSSION: We discuss the proper use of

SUBTLETY!!!

FEEDBACK:

Chet calls in to point out the strange ad copy on Penguin Magic's page for Russian Roulette. (See also: Generation Extreme.)

John shares his thoughts on stooge use by (who else?) Criss Angel.

Logan wants Ring Flight suggestions.

86% CRAP: Kikuchi Spoon Eating.

Remember to keep sending in 86% theme music, and let us know what you think of Geoff's submission. We'll see you soon!

Direct download: GMG20060914.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:01 PM

Episode 56 is our "Back to School" episode. Okay, maybe not, but we think you'll enjoy it anyway.

NEWS:

Want to be on The Illusionist DVD? Now's your chance.

The Amazing Johnathan just filmed a new special for Comedy Central.

ETHICS: I'll Exaggerate the Effect, Thank You.

UPCOMING REVIEWS:

GMG will be reviewing the following products in the coming episodes: Roy Benson by Starlight, Kioku, Homicide (US), Manhattanville, As I Recall..., The Anything Wallet, and a ton of swami gimmicks. If you have any specific questions about any of these, please e-mail us at gmgpodcast@gmail.com so we can answer you during our reviews.

FEEDBACK:

Phil the Watchmaker chimes in with some magnet advice.

Mike in Portugal wants to know if $40 is too much to spend on a routine.

Don says Andrew has courage.

Harvey would like info on the Steve Thomas Comedy Chair.

HYPE OF THE WEEK: Insta-Ball.

See you on the forum!

Direct download: GMG20060907.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:43 AM

It's our "Double Shot" Episode 55! Double doses of your favorite segments! And it's on time to boot! Amazing! Exclamation Points!!

NEWS:

The 2006 Mindvention will be held November 5-7 in Las Vegas. GMG needs correspondents.

CONTEST WINNER: We choose a winner for the brand new Psi-Kalc by Banachek and Gene Protas. Thanks to Magic Inspirations for the prize!

PRODUCT REVIEW: Wizard PK Ring from World Magic Shop.

PRODUCT REVIEW (UPDATE): Super Force Glass.

CONTEST WINNERS: Sam Blankenship calls in with the winners in the "Born to Perform: The Contest" contest. Congratulations to all of our winners, and thanks again to Penguin Magic for the prizes!

SHANTY o' MYSTERY: Ripped and Revealed by David (aka "dg").

SHANTY o' MYSTERY: Banachek Presents: Spit in a Bag.

(Please note that the Shanty o' Mystery is only visible to members of the GMG Forum.)

HYPE OF THE WEEK: Paradigm Principle from Magic Max.

HYPE OF THE WEEK BONUS EDITION: Heirloom Bonus Pack from Alakazam Magic.

We hope everyone enjoyed our month of contests. We've got a lot more planned as we continue Year Two of everyone's favorite magic podcast, so stay tuned!

Direct download: GMG20060831.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 4:56 AM