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How magic works: Magicians share 6 psychological secrets they use to trick us

The exploits of any paranormal detective — from Sherlock Holmes to Scooby-Doo — will tell you that the mysterious and the magical always have an explanation grounded in science. (Take the Victorian ...
Los Angeles Times

Justin Willman reveals how he turns magic skeptics into believers: ‘The trick itself is never enough’

Even in the daytime, the most hallowed ground inside the Magic Castle in Hollywood has a way of casting a spell on hard-nosed cynics who might normally consider themselves immune to the art of ...
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How magicians fool your eyes with simple visual tricks

How magicians fool your eyes with simple visual tricks Posted: 11 May 2026 | Last updated: 11 May 2026 Visual magic tricks can look impossible, but most rely on clever timing, misdirection, camera ...
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‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Review: Gen Z-Driven Third Installment Attempts To Teach Old Magicians New Tricks

(L-R) Justice Smith, Ariana Greenblatt, Dominic Sessa, Jesse Eisenberg, Isla Fisher and Dave Franco in 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' Katalin Vermes/Lionsgate As the ...
The Conversation

What magic reveals about the brain – and how magicians sometimes fool themselves

Magicians have long been masters of mind games, turning our brain’s quirks and blind spots into moments of pure astonishment. But magic isn’t just for show – it’s become a powerful tool in the ...