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The way stage magicians do card tricks could have lessons for changing human behavior. Many popular magic tricks have an element of probability or salesmanship to "make" you choose something. Like ...

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With a new one-man show, deploying a single deck of cards, the performer’s 20-year run as magic’s best-kept secret may be nearing its end.

This feature demonstrates three visual card tricks that rely on clarity and presentation rather than complex sleight of hand.