Podcast: Shezam

Get ready for a podcast that one day will (hopefully) make itself obsolete. Join Kayla and her many guests as they discuss a range of topics that will only help the magic and entertainment communities get better!

022 – Live from the Chicago Magic Lounge!

022 – Live from the Chicago Magic Lounge!

Recorded live at the Chicago Magic Lounge during their Women in Magic Spotlight, Carisa interviews the amazing Jade, and the phenomenal Alba! Jade’s Website Alba’s Website Chicago Magic Lounge  This podcast is supported in part through support from the endowment and development fund of the International Brotherhood of Magicians

020 – Interview – Lindsay Benner

020 – Interview – Lindsay Benner

This week Carisa and Kayla interview… Lindsay Benner! A beloved staple in the variety arts scene of Los Angeles, this force of entertainment can do it all! Physical comedy, juggling, hosting, acting, strait jacket escape, ventriloquism, magic and more! Lindsay’s Website Episode photo by Pixie Vision Photography

017 – Real Talk – Sexual Assault

017 – Real Talk – Sexual Assault

Warning: This episode veers into some difficult topics, viewer discretion is advised. This week Carisa and Kayla tackle the difficult topic of Sexual Assault in the magic community, and discuss things we can all do to help put an end to it. Dana Lynn Photography A Man’s Guide to Not Sexually Harassing Women

016 – Live from the Internet, it’s the Shezam New Year’s Special!

016 – Live from the Internet, it’s the Shezam New Year’s Special!

It’s 2019! Kayla and Carisa do an episode of Shezam… Live on Facebook! You can watch the full video on Facebook complete with some mild language and hysterics, or listen to the cleaned up audio version! Facebook Video

013 – Interview – Lili VonSchtupp

013 – Interview – Lili VonSchtupp

Warning: This episode veers into some difficult topics. This week Carisa and Kayla interview “The foul-mouth buxom godmother of LA burlesque,” Lili VonSchtupp! Lili’s Twitter Boobdini’s Twitter Lili’s Facebook Boobdini Website Vote Lili (NSFW)  

012 – Only You Can Prevent Bad Magic – Interview: Handsome Jack

012 – Only You Can Prevent Bad Magic – Interview: Handsome Jack

Carisa and Kayla sit down with Magician Handsome Jack and chat about something most people take for granted, scripting! – Handsome Jack – Ask Alexander – Screenplay Formatter for Google Docs

010 – Interview – Virginia Hankins

010 – Interview – Virginia Hankins

This week we have a VERY special interview, Virginia Hankins! WARRIOR. SIREN. ARCHER. WOMAN. KNIGHT. The redheaded living legend famous for her extraordinary life and adventures as a modern day lady knight inspiring the spirit of imagination and adventure in all that she meets. http://www.virginiahankins.com/

009 – Part of the Problem (Part of the Solution)

009 – Part of the Problem (Part of the Solution)

This episode talks about some potentially triggering subject matter.

We are constantly asked why there are so few women in magic. The answer is complex and nuanced because it is made up of many different reasons. These are many little things that are keeping women away from magic and many people are likely unaware. In an effort to draw attention to these little things we have posted the hashtag “part of the problem”. One example that has received some attention is the ongoing popularity of sexual explicit images of women used in a recent sting of “porn memes” that has popped up on a comedy forum for magicians. We are proud to be a part of magic right now, when so many are so interested in the support of women in magic and a move towards greater gender equality. If you see something you believe is contributing to the lack of women in the art of magic please use the #partoftheproblem to draw attention to the issue without judgment or disrespect. Most people don’t realize how these little things taken together make a big impact.

008 – Magic in the Media – Doctor Who!

008 – Magic in the Media – Doctor Who!

The first installment of Magic in the Media, this week Carisa and Kayla explore one of their favorite shows, Doctor Who! The Doctor is a woman now, and you better believe they are here to give their thoughts! Book Recommendation: Ronnie Turns Fear into Fun Doctor Who Infographic

007-Internet and Women (with guest Mistie Knight)

007-Internet and Women (with guest Mistie Knight)

Exploring how the internet treats women, Mistie Knight shares her experience with being turned into an objectifying meme, her reaction, and what we can do moving forward. This episode will be apart of a long list of episodes on how the internet and the magic community treat women.  Enjoy! Mistie’s Website

006: Magic 101

006: Magic 101

Can you make a living at magic? Carisa and Kayla definitely think so.  This episode dives into the styles and branches of magic that you can chose from.  We also introduce a new segment called, “Girl Code”, which goes over some general ideas of how women can help other women…ya know, GIRL CODE! Important notes:… Continue reading 006: Magic 101

005: BONUS! Us on Andy Gross (Disclaimer)

005: BONUS! Us on Andy Gross (Disclaimer)

DISCLAIMER: Not for children, trigger warning on sexual assault. Please listen with caution. We’ve been asked a lot in the last week on our thoughts about Andy Gross’s performance at Purdue University.  Here’s a BONUS pod for the week, where we discuss the Purdue performance, how we can react, and how to avoid becoming an… Continue reading 005: BONUS! Us on Andy Gross (Disclaimer)

004: Max Maven (Our First Guest!)

004: Max Maven (Our First Guest!)

Shezam talks with their first guest, Max Maven, who knows a thing or two about diversity within the magic community.  Max tells stories, drops knowledge, and gives a good burn to Kayla towards the end.  Enjoy this thoughtful and information-packed episode with Max Maven.   Links from the Episode: Fetaque Sanders Richiardi Celeste Evans Suzy… Continue reading 004: Max Maven (Our First Guest!)