Who Books That? with Harrison Greenbaum (Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians)

Harrison interviews one of the most prolific magic writers, illustrators, and publishers in magic history, Richard Kaufman, to discovers how he got into magic book publishing before he turned 20, his love of Disney theme parks, how  an article in the NY Times led to his diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, the incredible story of how his latest book ended up at the bottom of the ocean, and the secret to being a prolific writer and creator. With surprise guests Harry Lorayne and Randy Pitchford. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Adam Rubin (magician and NY Times best-selling children's book author behind such instant classics as "Dragons Love Tacos," "Secret Pizza Party," and "Robo-Sauce") and finds out how toys figure into the creative process, the secret behind having every review of your sketch show be "amazing," and the real work behind making things that you actually like. With surprise guests Dan Buck, Gabe Fajuri, Noah Levine, and Adam Elbaum. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

For the 2020 season finale of "Who Books That?," Harrison interviews Chris Williams (magician and actor seen on such TV shows as "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Silicon Valley," and "Upload," as well as in movies like "Friday After Next" and "Dodgeball") and finds out how he fell in love with magic; where the "Curb" character, Krazee Eyez Killa, and his magic character, Inkognegro the Majishan, come from; how to increase representation in magic; the takeaway from dressing in drag on "Ugly Betty" to look like his sister, Vanessa Williams; how the lessons he's learned as an actor can make your magic better; and the most important tip he got acting with Sir Anthony Hopkins. With surprise guest Eric Jones. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the Enigmatist, David Kwong (acclaimed magician, NY Times crossword puzzle constructor, and magic consultant to such films and TV shows as "Now You See Me," "Blindspot," and "Deception") and discovers the connection between puzzles and magic (and how he successfully was able to combine the two), explains that time he dug up director Edgar Wright's yard, compares notes about being the president of the Harvard Magic Society, and gives advice about combining passions and creating unique magic. With surprise guests Harvard professor, Charles Davis; Hollywood super-producer, Damon Ross; and magician Francis Menotti. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the multitalented Julie Eng and learns what it's like growing up in a magical family; the key to staying passionate about magic; that time Johnny Thompson lost his pants; what Jason England, Vernon, and a dog have to do with kindness; what the magic community can do to increase the number of women in magic; and the best way to get a magic mentor (and why right now is the best time to do it). With surprise guests John Carney, Sandra Eng, David Ben, Jason England, and Bill Abbott. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews interviews one of the world's leading theatre illusionists, PAUL KIEVE! He's the magic consultant behind countless Broadway and West End shows like "Matilda," "Pippin," and "Ghost the Musical," as well as films like "Harry Potter" and "Hugo."  Harrison learns about Paul's past as a Zodiac Brother, how "The Invisible Man" kicked off his magic consulting career, the knife trick he developed for "Pippin" that fooled David Copperfield, what it's like consulting for magicians like Derrin Berger and David Blaine, and how to successfully meld story and magic. With surprise guests Matthew James Thomas (star of "Pippin" on Broadway) and Mario the Magic Maker, as well as a cameo from Lawrence Leyton (the other Zodiac Brother!). Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the phenomenal BANACHEK and discovers the secrets to fooling scientists as part of Project Alpha, where the name "Banachek" comes from (hint: it's from a 70s TV show), what it's like being part of a touring group of some of the greatest con artists to ever live, and settles the debate over whether mentalists are magicians.  (Spoiler: they are.) With surprise guests Richard Turner, Bob Arno, and Krystyn Lambert. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the former acting director of the CIA and magician, John McLaughlin, and finds out what his magic-themed code names were, that time the president of Argentina offered him the position of Finance Minister after a magic trick, what spies and intelligence officers have learned from magicians, and what magicians can learn from spies and intelligence officers. With surprise guests Dale Salwak and David Morey. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews one of the most influential performers, authors, and teachers in magic, Harry Lorayne, and learns if he's going to bring back his magic magazine, "Apocalypse," during what feels like an actual apocalypse (and where the name originally came from), what his favorite card tricks are from the hundreds (if not thousands) that he knows and has written about, how to make sure your memory IMPROVES as you get older, and so much, much more from his over 90 years of magical experience. With surprise guests George Schindler, Meir Yedid, and Michael Vincent. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the "Coolest Magician on Earth," Rudy Coby, and learns how Rudy put together his first network television special in just 3 weeks, the "Three Minute Rule" for creating an act that will send you around the world, and 3 special people in his life who each let him crash on their couch at different points in his journey.  Plus, find out why he left magic for 14 years at the height of his career and why he came back, as well as an ending that involves a Christopher Nolan-esque "Inception" of surprise guests. With surprise guests Dan Garrett, Kevin James, and Randy Pitchford, with a cameo from Nick Diffatte. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the Millionaires' Magician, Steve Cohen, and finds out about the time he helped David Copperfield buy Houdini's bathtub, the key to building a successful character and career (and how they're connected), creating tricks that result in lasting stories, and that time a magic camp counselor literally left him in stitches. With surprise guests Harry Lorayne, Steve Barnes, Terri Cook, Gabe Abelson, and Mark Levy. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Lyn Dillies, winner of the Milbourne Christopher Illusionist Award, and discovers all the challenges involved in making a donkey and an elephant appear simultaneously, debuting a show at Lincoln Center, inspiring the next generation, and why "Your Vote is Magic." With surprise guests Bill Schmeelk and Jon Stetson. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Suzanne, winner of Close-Up Magician of the Year from the Academy of Magical Arts, and finds out how a love for puzzles and a job in computer programming eventually led her to a career in magic, the key to sincerely connecting with your audience, how a moment with her son led to the signature piece that fooled Penn & Teller, and the one piece of advice Dai Vernon gave her (and why she ignored it). With surprise guests Max Maven, Jonathan Levi, Catherine Wilson, and Suzanne Haring. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Steve Valentine and finds out how Steve ended up DJing and performing magic in Yugoslavia, why he had to leave magic to pursue acting (he's starred in more than 200 hours worth of TV and films) and why (and how) he came back, if a vampire-rock-star-pirate-magician is the role he was born to play, the nuts and bolts of putting on a one-man show, and the key to longevity in the entertainment business. With surprise guests Billy Kidd, Chris Philpott, and Chipper Lowell. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Rob Zabrecky and finds out how his strange childhood disease had an even stranger cure, how going from front man of Possum Dixon to magic is the most "punk rock" thing he's ever done, how a poster for his magic show ended up in "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," and why working on your act should lead to "art tears." With special guests John Lovick and David Kovac. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Jon Dorenbos (Philadelphia Eagle, finalist on 'America's Got Talent,' and regular on 'Ellen') and finds out how and why he's the exception to the rule that magicians aren't that athletic, how magic helped him cope with profound tragedy, why you shouldn't levitate someone on the back of a moving truck, the secret to conquering adversity, and what the heck it means to be the Commissioner of Wing Bowl. With special guests Ken Sands, Frank Gumienny (Philadelphia Eagles CFO), Mike Miller, and Stephen Bargatze. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Jade, the first and only female magician winner of the IBM's prestigious Gold Medal Award for Stage Magic, and discovers how she went from working at a magic store in San Francisco to being a legendary close-up and stage performer, the power of authenticity in performance, breaking the glass ceiling for women in magic, making dumplings so good a person (specifically, one of our surprise guests) might eat them until she vomited, how she invented what might be the first and only magic trick that involves an unborn child, and making magic transcend just tricks. With surprise guests Curtis Kam, Rafael Benatar, Jay Alexander, and Carisa Hendrix. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Jeff and Tessa Evason and finds out how the Evasons met, how they switched over from illusions to telepathy, the secret to personal and professional partnerships, who wears the blindfold when they're offstage, and why the Evasons were wearing masks on planes BEFORE the pandemic (it's a great trick!). With surprise guests Lynda Karen, Bill Herz, Michael Dubois, Viktoria Grimmy, Jeff Bornstein, and Kimberly Bornstein. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews Jay Johnson (star of SOAP and the only ventriloquist to ever win a Tony Award) and learns how to add heart to humor and personality to inanimate objects, how a Tony Award-winning Broadway show comes together, how to use ventriloquism to fool all of the magicians at the Magic Castle, and what it's like being the inspiration for generations of entertainers, all capped off with a decades-in-the-making reunion of the Left-Handed League!  With special guests Terry Fator, Eva Anderson, Turk Pipkin, Martin Lewis, Mike Caveney, and Tina Lenert. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Harrison interviews the hilarious Marc Summers (host of Nickelodeon's 'Double Dare' and Food Network's 'Unwrapped) and finds out about his start as a magician and comedian in Hollywood, how it's possible to film Lance Burton for a Nickelodeon magic special after he's already gone home, how to host the messiest gameshow on television while privately battling with OCD, the secret to more than 40 years of showbiz success, why neckties and Burt Reynolds don't mix, and listen as Marc helps Harrison fulfill a childhood fantasy (hint: it involves a huge mess). With surprise guests Chet Kubit (Marc Summers' 5th grade teacher and the person that got Marc into magic), Lance Burton, and Stan Allen. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians.