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Whoops! I'm a dope, lol. Thanks for spotting that key feature! :) Jordan

Hey guys, Allan didn't plan on making a video this year -- as he is a film student and freelance DP, he has been extremely busy finishing projects. However, as he couldn't resist grabbing a few shots on his Canon 7D, he decided on doing a small video. In his words, "I also decided to keep it...

I'm really looking forward to this one - not only is it fantastic to see such work on mainstream television, but to have a unique 3D experience simultaneously is brilliant. It would be great if there were more programmes such as these, to help bring the work of pasteboards into people's lives...

I will be honest, I originally had my doubts about the usefulness of this app, but I decided to take the plunge and so bought it earlier today. I was shocked at how well structured and thought out the app was - not just in method but in design and instruction. I would recommend it to any iPhone...

2] I wouldn't say that any phase was necessarily harder than the other (with the obvious exception of the Leno sequence, as that can be tricky to learn). But the hardest part of the Jackson Five flourish is getting a good rhythm and style going. It's a fairly simple matter to be able to do the...

Hi Itwasluck, Many thanks for the kind words! It's a pleasure to hear you enjoyed the performance - it really makes my practice feel worthwhile. 1] I didn't really go for speed in the video, but merely smoothness (avoiding awkward pauses during transitions and generally keeping the flourish...

Hi Navasai&Lents, A very good question -- whilst it isn't the same, the change used in Tivo 2.0 is probably the closest mechanic to the Cardini Snap, but it is still very diffierent in grips. The Cardini Snap uses a three-fingered clip, whereby the method in Tivo 2.0 uses just two fingers to...

Hi Navasai&Lents, As far as I'm aware, the Cardini Change has actually very different grips, and requires three fingers to physically clip the card in order for the change to work. The mechanics Dan Buck uses in the Queens is that of the Ego Change, regardless of the speed at which it's...

I often remove them when practicing, but if I know I will be in a situation where I may be asked to perform, I will keep them in the deck. They're actually a great excuse to (secretly) cull multiple cards to the back of the deck whilst in the disguise of up-jogging and removing them. Before...

There are some significant differences between each of them: • The Cardini Change, whilst visually pleasing, has terrible angle issues from most other than a birds' eye view. This is partly down to the grip of the card during the change; those who are familiar with the "Cardini Cut" should have...

I find it funny how petty comments and childish posts tend to get in the way of such a 'simple' question. In hopes to steer these messages back on topic, allow me to contribute to the original question on hand here. The *Cascade Control is a move that requires a certain knack to get down...

I actually quite liked the performance; and somehow I don't think you did go "too fast" as others have said. For me, there was a nice pace throughout and there was a clear sense of elegance that came from your performance - good job. However, I would strongly recommend re-thinking the order of...

Perhaps the best reaction I’ve got from The Queens was when I was at a convention a few years ago, and I performed to a small group of people of both magicians and laymen alike. Upon the last vanish the group went crazy; it was a lot of fun and I would certainly tell the vanish hit the spot. The...

Hi Michael, It doesn't sound to me like you have problems with this; in fact you’ll be pleased to know that it sounds very normal. I too had this issue when I first learned the move; it just happens to be one of the first milestones you must get over before proceeding with your practice. I...

It’s an important aspect of your magic to ensure that the spectator understands that when you turn over a card, it is a single card in their mind; despite how it may multiple cards as one. With that being mentioned, you will most likely not want to use over-the-top, fancy double turnovers; but...

Hey Monark, Ah, sorry to hear that they no longer sell it -- it's where I got mine from. I'm sure if you check eBay every now and then it may also crop up. Sorry to be of little help after all, but I hope you find your issue soon. :) Jordan

Hi Monark, I believe you can find that issue here -- it's well worth the purchase (as are all Penumbra issues). The Pulp Friction used in it also has a fantastic description as well. :) Have fun, Jordan

1) As people have stated before, all fingers are used for the Shift. 2) Big hands aren't necessary, but would help. 3) No, unfortunately you cannot perform it "completely" surrounded. Your best angles (for right-handed performers) would be from the front and the right. However, with enough...

I absolutely love this topic, but they are in fact two different people. To me, they don't even look totally "identical"; both in card handling and physical appearance. Also in regards to video 'proof', you perhaps haven't seen this at around 00:54 -- to which you can both see them "doin'...

It's a difficult question to define: my sense of a "hobby" may be different to other people's views. I once felt that cardistry was just a "hobby", even though I spent most of my waking hours messing with a pack - and that was a good 8-10 hours a day. Despite such a long time, I honestly didn't...