On 2009-01-27 12:08, Bad to the Balloon wrote:
Eeeewwww!!!!

On 2009-01-28 23:56, MiketheMagicDude wrote:
Is this guy serious?
I've been doing this for over 10 years. (a whole mess of other people too.)

Can someone explain to me when it is ok or fair to put out a dvd of something pre-existing because I could certainly use the dough?!?

This up-close swallow is much different. I teach how to hand out the balloon, swallow 20" inches and let your spectator pull out the balloon, and then continue swallowing. 4 different routine ideas are presented. If you have any other questions please let me know.
j

On 2009-01-29 12:54, Bad to the Balloon wrote:

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This up-close swallow is much different. I teach how to hand out the balloon, swallow 20" inches and let your spectator pull out the balloon, and then continue swallowing. 4 different routine ideas are presented. If you have any other questions please let me know.
j

Might be a good present for the wife....

On 2009-01-29 10:34, meitzmagic wrote:

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On 2009-01-28 23:56, MiketheMagicDude wrote:
Is this guy serious?
I've been doing this for over 10 years. (a whole mess of other people too.)

Can someone explain to me when it is ok or fair to put out a dvd of something pre-existing because I could certainly use the dough?!?

Hi Mike,

This up-close swallow is much different. I teach how to hand out the balloon, swallow 20" inches and let your spectator pull out the balloon, and then continue swallowing. 4 different routine ideas are presented. If you have any other questions please let me know.
j

On 2009-01-29 15:39, MiketheMagicDude wrote:

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On 2009-01-29 10:34, meitzmagic wrote:

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On 2009-01-28 23:56, MiketheMagicDude wrote:
Is this guy serious?
I've been doing this for over 10 years. (a whole mess of other people too.)

Can someone explain to me when it is ok or fair to put out a dvd of something pre-existing because I could certainly use the dough?!?

Hi Mike,

This up-close swallow is much different. I teach how to hand out the balloon, swallow 20" inches and let your spectator pull out the balloon, and then continue swallowing. 4 different routine ideas are presented. If you have any other questions please let me know.
j

Seriously though? WHat is the different part again?

On 2009-01-30 14:19, mota wrote:
I have wondered how to do this since seeing it on "Twisted: A Balloonamentary". I wasn't able to find instruction on it. I am looking forward to seeing what the price on this is.

Sometimes when I know how to do something I mistakenly think others do also. Swallowing a balloon sword may be common knowledge in some circles but certainly not all.

I think this will fill a nice instructional niche.

On 2009-01-30 16:34, MiketheMagicDude wrote:
No I was not trying to make a point.

There is nothing new here. I have been doing this for about 10 years now, yes I can pull the balloon out and yes I can hand the balloon out before doing it. and does not require a special gimmick. (so unless I missed something...there is nothing new here. Valid question.)

HOWEVER!

There is no need to hand the balloon out. It is a balloon. You just blew it up in front of them. Running without being chased I believe is the term some of you would use. "Please examine this to see if it is a regular balloon" is laughable.

There is also no reason to pull it out at this point in the performance....it is hard to see, and does nothing really to improve the effect in my opinion....however in either case this is not a new concept at all....

To those who are interested, I suggest seeking the real source.

On 2009-02-01 15:34, MattWayne wrote:
As a magic creator and one that has a few upcoming projects, I figure I could chime in a bit. When Justin first approached me in regards to this release, I thought what you all had. Fielding Wests version, Steve Bedwells and the countless others that are readily available. That's understandable for anyone to raise a red flag to. What makes his-- different, unique and most of all- worth it?

Now, how many cups & balls DVDs are out there? How many card magic series tapes do we all own? Why do we get them time after time? That's my question to all of you. But, I think I already have a legitimate answer. It's one of the reasons I release my work. Because, it's a different instructor. It's a new teacher. One thing you just couldn't get from the Ammar tapes-- you mastered while watching Daryl. If Richards teachings on his card magic tapes wasn't ringing a bell-- you picked up my father, Simons tapes.

One of the things I admired about Justins DVD as a whole-- is that it's a great, no nonsense educational piece. I learned something. I've seen a lot of magic, I lecture on magic myself-- very rarely does something actually 'click' with me these days instructional wise. We all have our ways of learning. Justin takes great time in covering everything. Literally-- everything!

Think of it as, the complete lesson on the balloon swallow.

Also, I'm a huge for crediting magic sources. Justin, I was happy to see-- does this. He covers himself and his bases here, he's done his homework. For a guy who's written a top selling book that's readily available in Barnes & Noble he's a respectable teacher of magic. If anyone knows about crediting sources, it should be him.

When does it make it ok to release material? Valid question MagicDude. I think if you have material that's deemed entertaining by the masses, and you have the sources to make a video-- go for it. If it's done in a professional way, you appeal to the magic community, get some support for your project- you could have a good thing.

Real life, true example. When I released my poplular effect, 'Got a Light?' to the community. The concept was originally released 15 years prior. Now, some might argue that my release was wrong- slap on the wrist. A big, 'No No!' Quite the contrary. I presented a newer, upbeat version of the effect. Included a thorough explanation, handlings and complete history of the effect.

With my upcoming DVDs, one of which being a card magic series entitled, 'The Real Son of Simon, Simon Lovell presents Matt Wayne' -- the effects I do are twists and turns on classics. You're buying the education and the experience of the performer. Justin has that experience.

My quote for promotion of this isn't just a quote just to make sales. I really meant that regardless of what magic you perform-- you could learn at least a little something from watching it. And, if the pricetag of $20.00 is hurting you, then take up stamp collecting. You can get a whole lot of those for 20 dollars.

What I most liked about this DVD is that one of Justins' students is right there doing the effect along with him. That's unique. Because if his student has questions-- you're going to have the same questions. And when I say, 'you' I don't mean you guys listed above that already know the effect. Or, the guys who actually make their living playing with balloons. Justin answers everything question one could have when attempting this. Like I said prior, The complete source for the balloon swallow.

There are still going to be complaints about this, I can only imagine. But, like I told Justin-- welcome to the world of magic critics. I stand by this effect of Justins, along with many others. Perhaps when the effect is actually released, we'll be hearing more positive support from people. But then again, if Steve Bedwell provided his blessing to the project amongst others-- I suppose what other authority could there be?

Toodles for now-
As always- Best regards,

Matt Wayne

Also, side note- Steelers. Period.