Following up on the Magic For Humans controversy
The last article, covering the controversy in the comments section of Willman’s video, might have been very much in need of a TL/DR, so here’s my attempt at providing it, in the form of a questionnaire.
On the ethics of “cheating” in televised magic
Magic on television is back in a huge way, and Netflix recently put up Justin Willman’s series “Magic For Humans”. Now, before I go any further here, I’m super worried that people will read the title, see Justin’s name in the first paragraph, and assume I’m calling him out for cheating. I’m totally not doing that.
The Jerx Successfully Applies Lipstick To Pig’s Snout
Look, I’m not going to fault anybody for trying to deal with audience suspicions, but sometimes the cure is worse than the disease.
Banachek on Joe Rogan’s Podcast
It’s going to be difficult coming up with proper content when the internet seems intent on delivering good stuff… Whatever, here’s Banachek on Joe Rogan’s podcast.
Justin Willman on Kevin Pollak’s Podcast
Since I don’t really have any good magic thoughts for you, I won’t bore you with my bad ones. Instead, here’s Justin Willman on Kevin Pollak’s podcast.
