Episode
Harry Houdini: More than Magic
55:35
Published: Thu Oct 21 2021
Description
Harry Houdini was a master magician. He was also a movie star. And an inventor. And an aviator. Listen and learn all about the late great illusionist. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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A documentary about Houdini prompted the discussion of whether or not magicians are cool.
01:37 - 04:37 (03:00)
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A documentary about Houdini prompted the discussion of whether or not magicians are cool. They may not be conventionally cool, but they possess a certain level of intrigue and charm.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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The speaker talks about how a lot of kids go through a magic phase, which can involve buying fake decks or learning card tricks, and how Houdini's poverty-stricken background may have influenced his ambition to become a successful magician.
04:37 - 09:11 (04:34)
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The speaker talks about how a lot of kids go through a magic phase, which can involve buying fake decks or learning card tricks, and how Houdini's poverty-stricken background may have influenced his ambition to become a successful magician.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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The podcast discusses the early life habits of Steve Jobs, including his dedication to running, language learning, and his love for his mother.
09:11 - 13:06 (03:54)
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The podcast discusses the early life habits of Steve Jobs, including his dedication to running, language learning, and his love for his mother.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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The conversation discusses the gender norms and expectations that contribute to the lack of diversity in magic shows and follows with a recommendation to watch a documentary about teenage magicians competing to showcase their talent at the Magic Castle.
13:06 - 18:25 (05:19)
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The conversation discusses the gender norms and expectations that contribute to the lack of diversity in magic shows and follows with a recommendation to watch a documentary about teenage magicians competing to showcase their talent at the Magic Castle.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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This podcast episode talks about the life and career of Harry Houdini, including how he got his start in magic and eventually became one of the most famous magicians in history.
18:25 - 26:42 (08:17)
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This podcast episode talks about the life and career of Harry Houdini, including how he got his start in magic and eventually became one of the most famous magicians in history.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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This transcript describes the art of sleight of hand of Harry Houdini, an illusionist who was famous for his handcuff tricks and swapping keys.
26:42 - 33:42 (07:00)
Summary
This transcript describes the art of sleight of hand of Harry Houdini, an illusionist who was famous for his handcuff tricks and swapping keys. It highlights how his tricks were perfected through many practices, making it seem like magic in reality.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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Harry Houdini was not only an escape artist, but also an innovator who patented many ideas, some of which were never used or abandoned midway through the process.
33:42 - 40:40 (06:58)
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Harry Houdini was not only an escape artist, but also an innovator who patented many ideas, some of which were never used or abandoned midway through the process. He even copyrighted a one act play by performing it in front of one person live on stage.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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Houdini was part of a committee that looked for evidence of mediumship and he added an act to his larger act, which was a seance.
40:40 - 45:39 (04:58)
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Houdini was part of a committee that looked for evidence of mediumship and he added an act to his larger act, which was a seance.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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Harry Houdini's death was surrounded by debates and theories.
45:40 - 49:31 (03:50)
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Harry Houdini's death was surrounded by debates and theories. Some believe that he was murdered by spiritualists, while others think that he died from appendicitis.
EpisodeHarry Houdini: More than Magic
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