Best Erik Tait Podcasts (2024)

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Nick Locapo & Erik Tait - Magic Convention Crash Course - S5E40 34:40

2d ago34:40

34:40

Nick Locapo and Erik Tait answer viewer fan mail, providing the do's, do nots, pro tips, and give you a beginners' guide to attending your very first magic convention.By Erik Tait

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Sean Ridgeway - Creating New Magic Every Day For A Year - S5E43 29:18

6h ago29:18

29:18

Sean Ridgeway hops on the show to discuss his monumental task of creating and uploading a brand-new magic trick every day for an entire year. He also discusses the creative process behind developing hit effects and how coaching gymnastics changed his approach to magic. Short show this week, but we will be back with surprise guests from Magic Live.…

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Eight ways to use content-free tapping (Pod #622) 21:50

2h ago21:50

21:50

Tapping without words is one of my favorite ways to tap and I do it multiple times a day. Recently, a few of my friends from the tapping community referred to this type of tapping as "content-free tapping". When I heard this, not only did I learn a new piece of vocabulary, it actually reframed my understanding of wordless tapping. This week in the …

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Derren Brown - A Conversation With A Legend - S5E42 1:26:37

3h ago1:26:37

1:26:37

One of the greatest mentalists of the modern age, Derren Brown, stops by the show to discuss his book Notes From A Fellow Traveler. Derren shares triumphs, failures, and lessons he has learned from decades of touring theater shows. Before that the show kicks off with Erik & Nick talking about the new tricks of the week and remembering how they firs…

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Tapping to be charitable towards ourselves (Pod #621) 16:55

3h ago16:55

16:55

Maintaining high standards for ourselves is a good thing and means we have goals to shoot for and measuring sticks with which to evaluate our progress. Unfortunately, it is all too easy to fall into self-criticism and self-judgment if we fall short of these standards. So much so that it rarely feels like a choice, but the moment we fall short, the …

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Mr. Messado - The Undisputed Master Of The Linking Rings - S5E41 32:40

4h ago32:40

32:40

Mr. Messado met with Erik Tait at the IBM convention in Tacoma, WA, to discuss his involvement with Liberty Magic and how he became one of the undisputed masters of close-up linking rings. He details how he went from a humble pitch shop magician to blowing the mind of David Copperfield with a three-thousand-year-old trick.…

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Tapping with the HARP participants featuring Kerri Rhodes (Pod #620) 58:19

25m ago58:19

58:19

One of the highlights of this year's 24 Hours of Tapping was the conversation that I had with Kerri Rhodes. Kerri is one of the program directors of the Helping Addicts Recover Progressively (HARP) program in the Chesterfield (VA) County Jail. The inmates use many of the tools created by the Peaceful Heart Network to create emotional healing and tr…

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Just feeling your emotions (Pod #619) 17:11

21d ago17:11

17:11

Most of the time, when we sit down to tap, we are trying to create positive change. We are trying to: Release a negative emotion and create a positive one in its place Clear resistance and limiting beliefs so that we can take consistent action Heal a past trauma or story so that our present is not haunted by our past I love every single one of thes…

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Dal Sanders - Ronald McDonald & FISM North America 56:12

28d ago56:12

56:12

Dal Sanders discusses the incredible events lined up for the North American Magic Championship, and his contributions to the Field Ronald McDonald Program. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick the show off with a discussion of the Rick Maue Penguin Live Lecture, and address listener questions about exposure. FISM NA Magic Texas Convention Registration: h…

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Tapping in response to failure (Pod #618) 24:59

10d ago24:59

24:59

The primary goal of our subconscious mind is to keep us safe. To do this, it is constantly learning lessons from our experience. For example, after touching a hot stove a small child quickly learns quickly not to do that again. This only becomes a problem when the subconscious mind learns the "wrong" lesson from an experience. I frequently see this…

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Nick Locapo & Erik Tait - The Death of Toxic and How To Submit Tricks - S5E38 43:10

18d ago43:10

43:10

Nick Locapo is back after an extended time away from the podcast. Nick and Erik catch up with a discussion of the latest tricks that are fit to dish. Then they dive into the potential death of The Toxic Force. After that they answer listener questions on how to submit products to Penguin Magic.By Erik Tait

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Overcoming the corrosive nature of the word "too" (Pod #617) 18:25

18d ago18:25

18:25

Wanting to belong is a basic human desire. For our ancestors thousands of years ago, belonging to a tribe was a matter of life and death. Without the protection of a tribe and its strength in numbers, death was a real prospect, so this desire to be accepted is part of our genetic heritage. Even today, on a subconscious level, belonging equals safet…

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Tony Cabral - A Gambling Man For All - S5E37 43:11

23d ago43:11

43:11

Tony Cabral is a mainstay in the Boston Magic scene. He has a delightful way of demonstrating gambling effects to his audience in a way that connects with them. Tony is also well known in sleight of hand circles for his incredible chops. Erik grabbed some of his time via Zoom to discuss how Tony has managed to turn the esoteric art of card cheating…

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Tapping for peak performance w/ Erik Tait (Pod #616) 47:46

24d ago47:46

47:46

Erik Tait is a world class magician and someone I love to see perform. He has spent over two decades performing as a juggler, standup comedian, and magician. In 2020 Erik decided that he wanted to compete in the 2022 FISM, which is the world championship of magic. Even though he is comfortable on almost any stage in the world, in preparing for the …

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Paul Green - The Green Touch To Commercial Magic - S5E36 44:02

1M ago44:02

44:02

Paul Green is a living legend in magic who has built a career on creating commercially accessible routines that truly connect with his audiences. He discusses his approach to creating material, giving back to the community through acts of service, and how to make your magic better by listening to your audiences. Next week Nick & Erik return to disc…

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Tapping for perfectionism (Pod #615) 21:19

1M ago21:19

21:19

There is a natural human tendency to want to make sure everything is "exactly right" before we take action. That's because when everything is exactly right, we can be as sure as we can be of getting the results we desire. Our subconscious mind takes this idea to the extreme because its key driver is the need to keep us safe. In addition, it has a t…

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Diamond Jim Tyler - The Moving Card On Ceiling Ruse - S5E35 43:30

1M ago43:30

43:30

Diamond Jim Tyler talks about Bamboozlers, how he went from restaurant magician to performing in the homes of the most well-known people in the world and becoming a legend with a couple of pranks. Nick Locapo is off this week, but don't worry; this week's episode is full of some of the wildest stories we've heard yet.…

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What the novel Dune taught me about fear AND how that impacts my tapping (Pod #614) 17:44

1M ago17:44

17:44

One of the reasons I love art is because it gives us the ability to communicate meaning in ways that we aren't always able to do when simply talking about our lives. We have all heard the expression that "a picture is worth a thousand words", which is true, and it is so much more than just that. The genres of science fiction and fantasy offer us th…

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Paige Thompson - The Grind Gets You Good - S5E34 53:59

1M ago53:59

53:59

Paige Thompson has appeared on Penn & Teller Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and is a resident magician at The Chicago Magic Lounge. She is starting to headline some of the biggest magic theaters and cruise ships, and we get the inside info on where she is going. Before that, Erik & Nick discuss the newest tricks of the week and answer a listener que…

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Tapping to create a new state (Pod #613) 23:48

2M ago23:48

23:48

One of the reasons I love tapping so much is that it can be used for so many types of issues. It can be used to: Provide emotional first aid Break down a limiting belief Heal a past memory Manage pain Clear a substance sensitivity For me, it is super important to know why I am tapping in each given moment. Am I simply trying to calm myself when I f…

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Todd Robbins - A Man With A Nail In His Face And Glass In His Mouth - S5E33 1:33:16

2M ago1:33:16

1:33:16

Todd Robbins is a master of the sideshow arts. He's eaten more than 5,000 lightbulbs, swallowed swords, fire, and hammered nails into his face to the delight of audiences around the world. In this episode he discusses his path to the absurd, and talks about Play Dead with Teller and Speakeasy Magick in New York. The show starts with Nick and Erik r…

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Tapping to become an agent for peace in the world (Pod #612) 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

Late last year my friend Brad Yates reached out to see if there was some way we could use our platforms to encourage more people to tap for peace and to become more active peacemakers in the world. After a number of conversations and with help from lots of our tapping friends, we relaunched the Tapping4Peace.com website. The movement is simple. If …

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Fankie Foti - From Los Angeles to The House of Cards - S5E32 57:41

2M ago57:41

57:41

Frankie Foti is one of the resident magicians at House of Cards in Nashville, and he takes some time from his busy schedule to tell us all about HOC, as well as the way he enchants his audience. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show by discussing the hot new tricks that just came out, Nick's turn at The Magic Castle, and the difficulties of b…

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Tapping to reinforce the positive (Pod #611) 14:43

2M ago14:43

14:43

I love the fact that tapping can be used to clear and transform so many things that are negative. It can be used to: Release a negative emotions Heal a past memory Transform a limiting belief Reduce (or even) eliminate physical pail Quiet our critical voice Did you know that in addition to being able to transform the negative it can also be used to…

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Landon Stark - Business Models and Real Housewives - S5E31 17:55

3M ago17:55

17:55

Landon Stark talks to us from Magic Live about building his business to farm work out to other magicians, and discusses his turn performing for The Real Housewives program. Nick Locapo is out this week, but we have Cody Clark stop by to tell us the magic he never leaves the house without in The Everyday Carry.…

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Better results by releasing your hidden tapping agenda (Pod #610) 14:28

2M ago14:28

14:28

Tapping is deceptively simple. It is so easy to teach the basics of tapping that I have done it before in under five minutes with a quick drawing on a bar napkin. But hidden behind its simplicity are the subtleties of the art of delivery. Each issue, person, and resource state can require a different approach to get the maximum effect. With this in…

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Chris Rose - Magicians On Mission - S5E30 1:09:42

3M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

Chris Rose is the founder and CEO of Magicians On Mission, a charitable organization that develops, produces, and supports magic shows for American troops in combat zones. Chris and his team stop by the show to discuss their efforts, how these shows help service members, and what you can do to help. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait…

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How to tap for tailenders (Pod #609) 19:52

3M ago19:52

19:52

One of the most important parts of the Tapping Action Journal is the instruction to spend time writing down notes at the end of each tapping session on what just happened. You are encouraged to write down: what surprised you what you learned any insights you gained any tailenders you unearthed Tailenders are the responses our subconscious mind give…

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Leah Orleans - A New Convention Rises - S5E29 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Leah Orleans stops by the show to preview her brand new convention and drop some hints about how this convention is going to add some new twists on the standard format. Erik Tait and Nick Locapo kick things off with their hot takes and stories about magic conventions they have gone to. They might even crack the code on what makes good conventions i…

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Why empaths struggle with boundaries and how to tap for stronger ones (Pod #608) 27:20

3M ago27:20

27:20

Something I really love about the people I work with is their tendency to see the bigger world outside of themselves. They recognize the people in their lives who are struggling and in pain, and they also want to do something about it. As wonderful as it is to want to help others, it can mean that we become known for being a helper, and the request…

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Cody Clark - Magic On The Spectrum - S5E28 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

Cody Clark isn't just on the Autism spectrum; he has woven it into his magic and motivational speaking in truly inspiring ways. He stops by the studio to discuss not only his work but how magicians can be considerate of the neurodivergent in their audiences. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show by discussing teaching magic on YouTube and a q…

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The 4 Types of Resistance (Pod #607) 57:09

3M ago57:09

57:09

For the 2024 Spring Energy Event I was asked to give a reflection on what I have learned in my personal and professional transformational journey. For me, the measure of the value of transformation is seen in how our life is different. What do we believe that is different? How do we feel that is different? In what ways are we asking in new ways? Be…

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Taylor Hughes - Making Your Own Magic Special (For Amazon) - S5E27 37:00

4M ago37:00

37:00

Touring comedy magician Taylor Hughes stops by the show to discuss his new book Misdirection: A Magician's Guide to Spotting and Avoiding Manipulation In Your Life, and discusses how he has now produced two magic specials for people everywhere to see. Cody Clarke joins us for Desert Island Magic Books. Also, Erik moves his home studio causing chaos…

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Your Tapping Questions Answered (Pod #606) 41:44

4M ago41:44

41:44

One of my favorite ways to learn is by listening to the questions others ask. When I am asking questions I am bringing my experience and preconceived notions to the questions. This is a useful way to learn, but sometimes I am too close to my own experience to ask the most useful question. When someone else is asking a question they are often asking…

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Chris Hanowell - Two Interviews & The Marvel Universe - S5E26 1:06:29

4M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

Nick and Erik take a listener question and go into Nick's history on how he got into magic, working at Universal Studios, and how he came to Penguin. Chris Hanowell is the main event. This wildly creative ball of chaos is known for his hit effects and unique ability to gaff a card. Plus, he taught magic to a star of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. A…

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How to tap when your goals are getting in your way (Pod #605) 19:18

4M ago19:18

19:18

Goals are a powerful tool in helping us to move forward. They give us clear direction, they help to create clarity for our best next steps, and they serve as a measuring stick for us to evaluate the action we take. Goals are great! Except when they aren't. Sometimes goals can feel like a constraint, homework, or something we "have to do". When this…

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Nick Locapo & Erik Tait - The 2023 Penguin Magic Awards Breakdown Show - S5E25 1:23:04

4M ago1:23:04

1:23:04

The Penguin Magic Awards are back! Voting is live and this week Erik & Nick devote the entire episode to breaking down all of the categories, all of the nominees, and give you a sneak peek inside this year's award show. Voting is live at the link below. This is a big breakdown of some of the best tricks in 2023! The award show airs April 19th, but …

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How to tap when you let yourself down (Pod #604) 22:04

4M ago22:04

22:04

One of the phrases I spend a lot of time tapping on with my clients is the idea that "time is a zero sum game". What I mean by this phrase is that if you are doing one thing you can't be doing anything else. This means everytime we choose to do something, we are choosing not to do anything else. Because this is the case it is very easy to judge our…

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Om Darji - A Rising Star On The Cutting Edge - S5E24 1:11:16

4M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Om Darji is a rising young talent from the Magic Castle Junior Program who has outstanding chops and an irreverent and fun approach to her performances. She discusses producing her own magic-inspired play, The Magic Castle Junior program, and a lot more. The show kicks off with Nick Locapo and Erik Tait discussing the latest magic products and then…

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How to tap for more than one issue at a time (Pod #603) 12:35

4M ago12:35

12:35

When most of us learned the basics of tapping, one of the first bits of advice we received was to "be as specific as possible when you are tapping." Sometimes this is straightforward; the issue is singular and clear, so we know exactly where to start. At other times, our issue involves multiple emotions, and it is hard for us to tell where one emot…

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Christian Engblom - Creativity and The Fat Brothers - S5E23 1:23:34

5M ago1:23:34

1:23:34

Christian Engblom joins the show to discuss his creative process, the origin of The Fat Brothers, and performing in five different languages. The show kicks off with Nick & Erik discussing Dragon Scale, Keymotion, and then diving into their own creative processes when they are working on a new trick or a new product.…

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The tapping script that is written just for you (Pod #602) 18:42

4M ago18:42

18:42

Tapping is one of those tools that is simple to understand and explain, but that doesn't mean it is easy to do. The biggest hurdle most new tappers (and even experienced tappers) experience is not knowing what to say when tapping. When we first learn tapping we are guided by a skilled practitioner or teacher who seems to come up with perfect tappin…

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Mat Franco - Building A New Show - S5E22 58:19

5M ago58:19

58:19

Mat Franco stops by the show to discuss getting his show back off the ground after the pandemic, how adding new production ability has allowed him to make the show better, and a unique solution that gives him the ability to add new material every show. Nick Locapo and Erik Tait kick off the show with The Penguin Chat discussing their own shows, the…

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15 Years of the Tapping Q&A Podcast w/ Brad Yates (Pod #601) 42:08

5M ago42:08

42:08

On March 3rd, 2009 the first episode of the Tapping Q & A Podcast went live...and within 90 minutes that same episode was taken offline because of a major editing error. Fifteen years (and 600+ episodes) later, the show is still going. In that time, the podcast has featured wisdom and insights about tapping, healing and transformation from some of …

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Nick Locapo & Erik Tait - The 2023 Blackpool Wrap Up - S5E21 49:33

5M ago49:33

49:33

Erik Tait returns from Blackpool to talk to Nick Locapo about all the latest tricks that are fit to dish. They discuss the DragonScale, a brand new handling for Discovery by Spooky Nyman, and the massive hit from Craig Petty Mindblox. DragonScale by Penguin Magic: https://www.penguinmagic.com/p/19233 Discovery by Spooky Nyman: https://www.penguinma…

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Tapping Tool – Self-Coaching (Pod #600) 9:12

5M ago9:12

9:12

Tapping is something that is simple to explain, but isn't necessarily easy to execute. We know that tapping success comes from tuning in to the issue and then tapping on the points. But tuning in to an issue can be tricky, particularly when we are in a heightened emotional state. When I am struggling to define what I am experiencing, I reach for a …

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Michael Kent Pt 2 - Taking Social Media Seriously - S5E20 28:10

5M ago28:10

28:10

Michael Kent finishes off his conversation with tips on going to a strange town and how to kick your social media into high gear while tricking those algorithms into doing work for you. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from R Paul Wilson. Before all of that, David Rangel tells us the magic he never leaves th…

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Tapping Tool – The wisdom of a mentor (Pod #599) 9:31

5M ago9:31

9:31

None of the success that I have enjoyed in my life is something that I have accomplished on my own. My past and present are filled with inspiring teachers and mentors, and I often reach out for help when I am working on a project or task. I have achieved so much more and my life is immeasurably better because of these mentors. That said, I don't al…

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Michael Kent - From Surviving To Thriving - S5E19 31:02

6M ago31:02

31:02

Michael Kent talks about going from virtual shows in the pandemic to hosting a successful podcast, and about how exploring other art forms makes you a better magician. Nick Locapo stops by the show to discuss the featured product of the week from Kyle Purnell. Before all of that card designer Emily Sleights tells us the tricks she never leaves the …

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How I start every tapping sessions (Pod #598) 12:28

6M ago12:28

12:28

Tapping is such an easy tool, that at a moment's notice we jump right in and start tapping. Even though this is the case, I think it is important that we don't rush in too quickly. To help me get the most of a tapping session I have created two checklists that I read through before I start tapping. There is one checklist for when I am doing persona…

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