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Hosted by LD Madera · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 91 episodes
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Welcome to the Improv and Magic podcast!This is a place where I share my two biggest loves: the craft of improvisational acting and the art of magic. I get to sit down and interview various friends, which include some of the biggest names in improv and magic. You'll hear these guests' biographies, as well as ideas, perspectives, and philosophies on improvisation and magic, and maybe even share some laughs! It's like "Inside the Actor's Studio", but specializing in improvisors and magicians.So join me in these improvised conversations that will truly by magical!
LD Madera hosts Improv and Magic, a arts show with 91 episodes published.
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I sit down with Murray SawChuck, one of the most iconic comedy magicians in Las Vegas — and someone whose brain seems to run on equal parts mischief, timing, and pure showmanship. Mur
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I get to talk with the brilliant and endlessly fun Jill Pavlov. Jill is a fellow cast member at Just The Funny, and has this incredible ability to make you feel smarter, braver, and m
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I sit down with world‑class magician Alan Hudson, one of the UK’s most inventive comedy magicians. Alan’s blend of sleight‑of‑hand, deadpan humor, and interactive illusions makes him
Today on the Season 7 premiere of Improv and Magic, I welcome the Sarfati sisters Alice and Lili. They are two amazing improvisers at Just The Funny in Miami whose lives have been transformed and enhanced thanks to impro
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I sit down with the incredibly inspiring BJ Lange—an improviser, actor, teacher, and advocate whose journey through comedy and service is as powerful as it is uplifting. This conversa
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I get the chance to sit down with the extraordinary Tiffany Sauvage, a magician whose presence is as bold as her illusions. Tiffany has quickly become one of the most talked‑about per
In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Gene Gabriel, an actor whose career spans stage, film, and television with a level of versatility that always inspires me. Our conversation dives into his journey
In today's episode, I talk to world‑renowned magician and illusion creator Blake Vogt, one of the most inventive minds in modern magic. Blake and I dive into his creative process, his groundbreaking visual illusions, and
In this episode of Improv and Magic, I sit down with the incredible Margot Escott, LCSW — a nationally recognized psychotherapist, educator, and speaker known for her groundbreaking work at the intersection of improvisat
In today's episode, world-renowned magician, author, and lecturer Joshua Jay joins me for an unforgettable conversation about the art of illusion, creativity, and storytelling. Known for his appearances on Penn & Teller:
Today's guest is one of my good friends Jarrett White. Jarrett is a fellow actor, director, instructor, and owner of Just The Funny in Miami. In this episode, Jarrett and I have a one-on-one conversation about his upbrin
In this episode of Improv and Magic, we spotlight the transformative world of improvisation with guest Jill Eickmann, co-founder and Artistic Director of Leela Improv Theatre. Known for her holistic approach to improv, J
It's the Season Six Premiere of Improv and Magic! Today, we have an exclusive conversation with the quick-witted actor and writer Jonathan Mangum. He's built a career spanning TV, film, and live comedy, including appeara
In today's season finale episode, I have an exclusive interview with world-renowned mentalist Banachek, a master of deception and psychological illusions. With decades of experience in magic and skepticism, Banachek has
Today, I have the honor of sitting down with the legend himself Jamy Ian Swiss, a master of sleight-of-hand, a celebrated author, and a respected historian of magic. Jamy Ian Swiss has mesmerized audiences across the glo
It's the Second Anniversary of Improv and Magic! To celebrate, I sit down with my guest Josephine Lee, one of the world's leading female illusionists. Known for her mesmerizing stage presence and groundbreaking illusions
In today's episode of Improv and Magic, I welcome the multi-talented Josh Tariff. Josh, an alum of iO West, has honed his craft as a dynamic improviser, hosting iconic shows like the competitive "CageMatch" in Los Angele
In today's episode of Improv and Magic, the spotlight is on the one and only Magical Katrina! Known for her spellbinding performances and incredible sleight of hand, Katrina has earned worldwide recognition as a powerhou
In this captivating episode of Improv and Magic, I welcome the incredibly talented Anděl Sudik for an engaging interview that blends humor, insight, and inspiration. Anděl Sudik, a seasoned improviser, actor, and sketch
This week on Improv and Magic I had the privilege of talking to the brilliant and captivating Alyx Hilshey. In this interview, Alyx Hilshey shares her journey from earning a Master's in Electrical Engineering to becoming
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