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Monday, February 18, 2013

Mystifyed Live! Episode-- 24 Jacob Jax

Season 3, Episode: 24

Street Performer, Jacob Jax

At only 22 years old, Street Performer Jacob Jax has already performed over 3,000 shows on the Las Vegas Strip. He draws his influences from more than just other magicians. He has been inspired by musical artists such as The Jacksons, as well as performers on the Worlds Greatest Magic television specials. In addition to being a street performer he has also taken part in the World Stars of Magic and Vegas Magic Theater, two highly successful magic showcases.

He gained a multitude of his experience thanks to some help from his friend, Comedy Writer and Juggler, Michael Goudeau. Performing on the streets for an audience that is constantly changing has given Jacob a chance to adapt his performance style. His surroundings have also aided him in coming up with new material and helped create some beautiful moments of improvisation. He has always stressed on the importance of performing as much as possible. He believes repetition is one of the best ways to be able to learn things about perfecting a performance.

We want to thank Jacob for spending some time in studio with us this week and for keeping us laughing throughout the interview. The next time you are in Las Vegas be sure to head down Las Vegas Boulevard and check out his show. If you would like to learn more about Jacob Jax, visit JacobJax.net. To hear the entire interview, please click the iTunes button at the bottom of the page to download it for free.

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Monday, January 14, 2013

Mystifyed Live! Episode 19-- Michael Goudeau

Season 3, Episode 19

Professional Juggler, Michael Goudeau

Armed with two fast hands, a quick wit and a love for pancakes, Las Vegas Juggler and Comedy Writer, Michael Goudeau, has the ability to entertain almost any crowd. He has taken his skills as a former circus clown and become one of the most talented jugglers in the Vegas area. In addition to his work as the variety act in Master Magician, Lance Burton's show, he has also received multiple Emmy nominations for his contributions to the hit TV series, Penn & Teller: BS!. More recently he wrote a best selling book called Extreme Pancakes, which is based on his former Pancake Project blog.

Michael began his performing career at a Renascence Fair outside of his hometown of San Francisco. He teamed up several friends to form the juggling group, Fly By Night. As he continued to perform all around the country he began to interact with more entertainers who would help shape his future. At one show in Valley Forge, PA he had the pleasure of meeting the great Johnny Thompson, a world famous Magician and Magic Teacher. It was his advice that led to Michael and his partner landing a gig at the Tropicana in Las Vegas as part of the hit production, Folies Bergere. This proved to be the opening that Michael needed to further expand his performance resume and eventually go on to become a highly successful solo performer. With such a detailed history be sure to check out the full interview for more of his amazing adventures in entertainment and to hear more about those delicious pancakes.

An Example of an Extreme Pancake From Michael's Book

Tip of the hat goes to Michael for being on the show with us this week. Between a busy tour schedule and his recent hip surgery we are very grateful for him taking the time out of his schedule to share his stories with us. We wish him the best of luck with his upcoming surgery and for a speedy recovery. Interested in learning more about 'Extreme Pancakes'? You can purchase the book from Barnes and Noble by clicking HERE. If you would like to find out more about Mr. Goudeau feel free to check out his website and follow him on Twitter @DamnedJuggler.

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