There’s something deeply mysterious about magic. People of all ages are drawn to it, and it’s been present in almost every culture throughout recorded history. Magic has always played a significant role in my life. I saw my first magic trick when I was eight years old, worked as a magician in my teenage years, and became a member of the Inner Magic Circle. I eventually became a professor of psychology, and have studied the science of magic. Over the years I have worked with lots of magicians, including Derren Brown and David Copperfield.
I have recently teamed up with science journalist Marnie Chesterton. In each episode, we discuss ways in which people can change and improve their lives, and in one of my favourite conversations, we explored the surprising relationship between magic and wellbeing.
