Mentalism & Spiritism in Magic & Conjuring: page 13

"Brilliant and clever indeed. Shades of Clearly Predictable and Casino Royale. I'm sure many of us old-timers have incorporated various facets of this gem in our work, but this gentleman has forged a total masterpiece. If I were still in the saddle I would put this puppy to work. It could be used as an opener, however it's a little long winded. As a closer I think it would truly be a standing ovation masterwork of mentalism. I'll keep it close to the vest." - Larry Becker

This is much more than just a mental effect. Mes(s)merize by Stefan Olschewski is a brand-new application of an ingenious principle...

A method in mentalism so bold you will never believe it works – unless you have the balls!

So what is Balls?

Basically it is a no-budget version of the famous Master Prediction System, that everybody loves but only the pros are able to afford:

A sealed cardboard box is seen standing in full view or hanging from a stand – it can also be given to an audience member at the beginning of the show. Random people call out random things: dates, the amount of money in their pocket, holiday destinations – whatever you (or they) like.

The box is retrieved and opened by a spectator. Inside...

"It's hard to find a new plot in magic or mentalism but Stefan has cracked it with his EGGstremely Dangerous routine. I can't wait to put this into an act. It will play well with all ages." - Wayne Rogers

"If you are looking to add some great comedy to your mentalism act, then look no further. This is one of the funniest mental routines I have seen. It is sure to please any audience." - Devin Knight

"Really, really nice: Entertaining, easy to do, and direct to the point! The kind of things I like!" - Luca Volpe

"Stefan keeps creating very commercial routines that pack a punch yet are easy to set up...

One of the first effects by Stefan Olschewski that were released to the magic market – finally available for instant download.

An easy, small mental effect to take with you wherever you go. Entertaining and just a little bit different.

You show an envelope to the audience containing one single card as your prediction. A spectator is asked to keep the envelope. A second spectator chooses one card from a packet of ten. The funny thing is: all card faces are all the same, showing, for example, the 8 of Hearts. When the envelope is opened, the card inside also is the 8 of Hearts, of course. ...

It's all in the Head - Lecture Notes

"Genuinely fabulous!" - Ken Dyne

Get ready to step inside of Stefan Olschewski's head. In this ebook, you will find lots of content from his professional repertoire. Nothing is held back. Stefan even shares an exclusive idea that got him standing ovations when he did his lecture in Austria, something that has never happened before in the 35 years history of the respective club.

Here is what you will find inside:

• 51 pages full of mind blowing mentalism
• 44 photos and drawings explaining everything in great detail
• Professional effects from Stefan's working...

Blockbuster Book Test is a movie theme book test that can be performed close-up, table hopping, in a children's show or on stage. There are several live performances followed by a full explanation of the variation principles used. There are three stages to my routine including a quick flashback revelation, a first letter type reveal, and a prediction ending.

The book can be purchased from most book shops including Amazon and can be fully examined. Furthermore, the movie title is in an extremely large font making it easy to read without glasses and from a distance. The movie revelation allows...

A fork and a spoon are shown. Someone chooses one leaving you with the spoon (ho, ho!), which you now bend using 'the power of your mind' alone. Actually you do bend it, but by pressing it against your forehead! However, it now visibly straightens (all by itself!) then slowly bends again, whilst held in one hand only, snaps in two and is handed out for immediate examination!

Self-working...nobody does it for you! It is all in the most simple and ingenious gimmick that costs you a penny if you don't already have the right thing somewhere at home.

1st edition 2005; 3 pages.

You remove from your pocket four sections of a large, full-color, treasure map and jig-saw them together. There are 58 possible locations, and someone is asked to imagine that they have buried all their worldly goods at one of these locations.

You now start to deduce, letter-by-letter, the name of their thought of location. However, way before you have called out all the letters, you stop, pick up the four pieces, stick a label onto one of them and hand it to the spectator face down. He reveals where he mentally buried his things, and discovers that you stuck the label, with an X drawn on...

• 100% self-working
• instant reset
• everything can be examined at the end

You now turn to face them again and, after suitable concentration, reveal that they are holding the coin in their hand - they are! You then continue...

This is a really funny murder mystery routine. The zippered "case" (used to house everything) is "re-opened" and the possible weapons and five laminated clue-cards are removed. With your help, the spectator now deduces which of the weapons was used. Once he's done so, you explain, humorously, why the other weapons couldn't possibly have been used, so he's effectively solved the murder! This means that everything can be returned to the case, which can then be officially closed.

• No re-set is needed.
• Ideal for close-up or "murder weekend" shows.
• Not suitable for non-english speaking countries. ...

20 mentalism effects with a foreword by Max Maven. Out of print since 1985. Now again available as ebook.

From the foreword by Max Maven:

Written by paranormal entertainer Stephen Ward, this ebook is designed to help and inspire you to be original when performing paranormal entertainment. Inside the ebook you will find a wealth of information concerning subjects such as choice of material, character development and planning a show. You will find out about popular storylines, planning a script and the basics of writing it. Although there are no routines in the book there are plenty of ideas to help give you the confidence to write and perform your own material. All of the tips and ideas have been used to create real shows for real...

ZenerPhobia is a compilation and collection of ten effects that can be done with a Zener deck or as it is more commonly known the ESP deck.

Included in the book:

An introduction to the symbols and a brief description of the Piatnik and Royal Magic ESP decks and their little known secrets.

Mix-a-Mastosis
A spectator uses her inane ESP powers to predict whether five unseen cards will match another five unseen cards.

Janus Syndrome
Five Zener cards are openly put into five envelopes and mixed by a spectator. The magician predicts what symbol will be chosen, and another spectator chooses...

"Steve, I got goosebumps. It's absolute genius!" - Chris Kavanaugh

"I'm always tickled with effects that require nothing but your business card and a writing utensil and P.S. I Love You put a big smile on my face! This is simplicity with high impact at its best." - Ran Pink

"Honestly, this is a killer. It's rapidly turning into one of my Favourites of the Decade." - Troy Donockley

"Like a musician which he is, Steve Shufton has taken a theme and created a medley, really a fugue, with developed variations on a theme. Whether one does the entire routine or even just a part or two of...

Welcome to the first volume of Psuedo Chronicles. The goal of these notes and this series is to showcase effects that mimic real mind reading or extraordinary skill with playing cards. None of the effects contained herein require any sleight of hand beyond a beginner level. That being said, do not under estimate the power of these effects. They are a constant in my working repertoire and always receive great reactions. [Note: These effects have previously been published in Subtle which has been out of print for some time.

Effects:

Subtle: A routine that displays how far ahead you can get using psychology in a routine.

This demonstration...

Cumberland was a muscle reader who did not claim to possess any psychic abilities. In this work he recounts many such 'thought-reading' encounters with notable people.

From the introduction:

Spirit materialization and fraudulent mediums.

A record of research and experiment in a much-talked-of realm of mystery, with a review and criticism of the so-called spiritualistic phenomena of spirit materialization and hints and illustration as to the possibility of artificially producing the same.

Excerpt from the author's preface:

Re-Thinks is a new series of eBooks from TC Tahoe.

"I would recommend TC Tahoe's re-Thinks to anyone!" - Paul Daniels

"Practical, commercial routines from a successful working pro." - John Carney

"That thing you do with the chairs kills me! I watch you do it every week and I can’t tell if you have some kind of ‘influencing power’ or you really do have ESP! Either way, you are no longer welcome to our poker game!" - Paul Santley, Cruise Director Carnival Cruise Lines

In my opinion the Chair Test, as a premise, is simple strong and direct. There is no reason to mess with...

Out in the Cold is the cold reading technique TC Tahoe uses, especially when he is stuck or needs to re-direct a reading. Just a few of these lines in the back of your mind and you will never be left out in the cold again.

"This book is for all psychic readers, from beginners to professionals. Every reader experiences “blanks” at times, especially when working in a busy environment with a long line of people waiting their turn for a reading. The information in this book enables you to continue talking, no matter how drained or exhausted you may be. You’ll also discover Out in the...

Re-Thinks is a new series of eBooks from TC Tahoe.

"I have seen TC kill the crowd with his Locked & Loaded Key routine. It is well thought out, fast paced and a fooler. Oh, and UnGimmicked!" - Paul Romhany

"I have always been a fan of TC's thinking. TC knows how to entertain and shares these secrets with you in his series, while providing new methods and clean approaches in his methods." - Kenton Knepper

"Rarely does a working pro magician release his good stuff to others.... I would dash, not saunter, to buy this work from TC Tahoe!" - Dan Garrett

"I would recommend TC Tahoe's re-Thinks to anyone!" - Paul...

Re-Thinks is a new series of eBooks from TC Tahoe.

"TC is one of bizarre magics most inventive minds. In this great new book he presents a series of routines which engage the audience in a way that true magical entertainment should. There are some great ideas and unique twists in this book which will be enjoyed by any magical performer that has ventured to the darkside. These are the kinds of ideas you can't wait to try and can visualise yourself doing. This comes highly recommended from me and is a great addition to your library." - Freddie Valentine

"Many thanks for sharing your latest...

Luck of the Draw reading system. This is a wonderful easy system that is well suited to entertainment readings as well as being able to go more in-depth. It is great for walk-a-round situations too. TC often uses Luck of The Draw as an "add-on" to other readings. It is fun and very non-offense style of oracle, as it deals with "Lucky Items".

Revised edition 2012, 17 pages.

29 effects with Tarot cards.

Here is what Richard Webster had to say about it:

An ebook of color based readings.

"I love this book! It has many different styles of color readings. There are many variations here to fit everyone's venue. TC has done his homework on this one, he gets into details on color like no other book. This book is a gem, I love it. Riding The Rainbow contains material that will remain in your arsenal for the rest of your life." - Neal Scrye

"Like a kid in a candy store" is how I felt when I read TC Tahoe's "Riding the Rainbow." It is a delightful book on the subject of readings using color, but it goes much further than that. Going well...