Jacob

Jacob

Jacob is the editor who steers Mind Trick™—a publication where stagecraft meets science. A master magician and educator, he brings a performer’s eye for misdirection and a teacher’s instinct for clarity to everything the site publishes. At Mind Trick, Jacob leads a team of magicians and instructors dedicated to turning the mechanics of wonder into accessible, ethical learning—covering mentalism and mind reading, persuasion, and the psychology of cognitive biases alongside practical magic and number-based effects. Before the editor’s chair, Jacob spent years on stage as one half of the Seattle duo “Jacob & Marti,” performing everywhere from corporate banquets and trade shows to schools and community events—experience that anchors his editorial standards in real-world audience impact. His north star: demystify methods without killing the wonder, champion deliberate practice over gimmicks, and always respect the art—and the audience.

🧠 What Is the Science of Magic? (2026)

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Video: The science of magic: Why our minds are so easily deceived. Ever watched a card vanish and felt your brain short-circuit, only to hear someone dismiss it with, “It’s just science we don’t understand”? We at Mind Trick™ say:…

🃏 10 Pro Secrets to Vanish a Card Instantly (2026)

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Ever watched a magician make a card disappear and thought, “I could never do that”? Think again. At Mind Trick™, we’ve taught thousands of students—from total novices to seasoned performers—that the secret to a perfect vanish isn’t magic hands; it’s…