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Michael Peterson Inner circle is where I'm trapped, because of my 4071 Posts 
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On 2007-11-01 01:19, gabelson wrote: Quote:
On 2007-11-01 01:19, gabelson wrote: that's what I was hoping for! Mike |
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Slim King Eternal Order Orlando 18033 Posts
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Looking at the physicallity of the two combatants, Angel would be smart to shut his Yap
Was Uri surprised at this?Why did he try to stop Angel? I would have let him march into his KARMA
THE MAN THE SKEPTICS REFUSE TO TEST FOR ONE MILLION DOLLARS.. The Worlds Foremost Authority on Houdini's Life after Death.....
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human Loyal user 297 Posts
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The act was staged due to the bad rating of the first episode. That reallymakes sense to me.
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Hoff Man Loyal user Ohio 258 Posts
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On 2007-11-01 02:04, human wrote: Perhaps. |
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts
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Well, well.
I don't know as much about this as you folks seem to know. But I do know this... If Jim tells me that the fight was not staged, then I can take it to the bank. (He hasn't told me ether way. Too busy Hollywooding.) The fellow is good at publicity, but he has always shot straight with me. I do not know if he will "out" Angel or not. He is probably weighing that now. The argument for me is not if Jim actually channels a spirit. (I would argue with him that he does not.) But I would not argue with him at a performance. That's just tacky. I would also think it tacky/icky to expose angel at one of his performances. I think, however, that there is something that we might consider. Both Jim and Angel make "claims" that are questioned by many magicians. I, personally, do not see how Jim's claims hurt the art. I do see how Angel's claims hurt the art. In any event, I think I see Jim making it to a higher level in the business and I wish him the best. Peace, Parson BTW: J ack, if you are reading this, PM me and let me know. I'm not speaking to Slim now as he sent a box to my house that is freaking me out. Something about a HooDoo. Parson
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kcg5 Inner circle who wants four fried chickens and a coke 1868 Posts
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It all looked staged to me. host-"criss, it seems that you are itching to say something", then he goes on his rant. and jim appeared to pull the host with him during the fight. need ratings?
it seems that Jim is a very nice person, and he did well on the show. I hope that this doesn't hurt his career.
Nobody expects the spanish inquisition!!!!!
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Tony Iacoviello Eternal Order 13151 Posts
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It looked to me like Jim dragged the guy along to prevent him from flying off the catwalk. If you look just before Jim hooked his elbow, the host was off his feet and heading South. To me, it looked like Jim had a rush of adrenalin and then realized what happened, so he made sure that the host was OK by dragging him along.
I did notice that the press has twisted the story just a bit. Hopefully that will get ironed out real quick. |
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The Drake Inner circle 2274 Posts
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On 2007-11-01 02:13, Parson Smith wrote: Hello Parson, I respect Jim for how he handles the " believe it or not" aspect of what he does. He's being as straight as he can without bursting the act. If he comes on here and is willing to swear on a family members life that it wasn't set up then I will quit questioning it. Its fair game until then. If we get anything other than that ... including ... I'm legally bound not to discuss it.. the I will continue to say...FAKE! LOL Is it ok for me to say fake and still wish him all the success this will bring him? I really do. Best, Tim |
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gabelson Inner circle conscientious observer 2136 Posts
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No matter how you feel about the contestants, and whether you're an Angel fan (personally, I'm a Dodgers fan) or a Callahan fan, it's hard to dispute the fact that BY FAR the most compelling moment of the show was the confrontation between Jim and Criss. THAT was "must-see TV". Sure, the audience was holding their collective breath watching Angela Funovits do the Smash and Stab, but hey, you wouldn't want to see Rosie O'Donnell get skewered. -Ok, scratch that. I believe the format of the show IS inherantly boring for the simple fact that to be truly invested in a mentalism performance, you have to get to know the performer. SOMEWHAT. Otherwise it's simply a demonstration. It's the same thing I found lacking in Derren Brown's US show, and I'm a huge fan of Derren's. Taking all that into account, Jim brought the one missing element to the show- drama. Real, unreal, right, wrong, it doesn't matter. Ultimately, it's the only part of the show that people will be talking about. He's the only one there who seems to understand the meaning of "water cooler conversation", and THAT'S the way you're remembered.
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Robert Apodaca Special user 504 Posts
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The fight was not staged. It only makes Jim look bad and Criss has nothing to gain from it. If it was staged I don't think Angel would of challenged Uri either.
I'm glad Criss did challenge Jim. Jim is a fraud and a liar. |
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tdowell.jpg "View Profile") Inner circle 1050 Posts
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I have a new idea for a tv show that would blend the sensational talent of "Dancing with the Stars" with the breathtaking showmanship and utter Oscar winning acting talent of "Phenomenon".
I shall call it: "Wizard Boogie - America's Magic Magma". It will involve pairings of magicians and paranormalists. They will then involve themselves in a dance contest where they must dance to 1980's new wave whilst simultaneously performing their greatest magical and paranormal talents. The first show will feature a dance with performance pair Criss Angel and Jim Callahan. Criss will dance bound in straightjacket whilst Jim, surrounded by Saltine crackers, guesses how many Tonka Trucks are stuffed in Shandi Finnessey's bikini top (with the paranormal help of his dead assistant Raymond of course). The musical selection will be Cindi Lauper's "Time After Time". Half way through the song Criss will get upset with Jim for actually having paranormal powers, but unable to use them to get Criss more bookings on A&E. In the end guest judges Siegfreid and Rosie O'Donnell give the pair two thumbs up. Stay tuned! |
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The Drake Inner circle 2274 Posts
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On 2007-11-01 02:24, Robert Apodaca wrote: The Uri involvement means nothing. A good magician will toss in a "convincer" to solidify the act. that's the case here in my opinion. Yes Jim is a fraud and a liar. (but a good one) We ALL are. Magic isn't real. Jim did not cross the line and say point blank he is real. He told a story like we all do in setting up the act but when he was asked directly... he said it was up to each individual to think for themselves. What more can you ask? Can you expect him to say..." Nah...its all fake?" I think not if he wants to work next week. Best, Tim |
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts
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Tim,
I think that it is more than fair for you to think that the fight was staged. I think that it very well could have been. I don't know. What I do know, is aside from what the troller said, Jim has always been honest with me. He may in fact be a "fraud and a liar," but he just hasn't shown me that side of his character. Peace, Parson
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gabelson Inner circle conscientious observer 2136 Posts
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Again, how many other performers are being discussed? What other routines are being mentioned? Are ANY routines being talked about?
Jim and Criss. Drama. Staged, unstaged, does it matter? In this industry, you must find a way to separate yourself from the rest of the pack. Well done, Jim. |
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts
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Gabelson,
How did you get tickets? Will you buy me a plane ticket and let me go with you next week? I'll teach you how to read minds. Peace, Parson
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Jim-Callahan V.I.P. 5018 Posts
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It was not staged.
And it was not a fight but rather a heated confrontation. I almost did pitch Tim (The host) into the audeance and held him to prevent him from being injured as I saw he would have gone over the edge of the stage. Sorry I cannot post more right now but thought I should clear this bit up right now. Best Wishes, Jim
“I can make Satan’s devils dance like fine gentlemen across the stage of reality”.
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The Drake Inner circle 2274 Posts
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Hi Parson,
Just to clarify. When I admitted he was a fraud and I liar I meant it in a defensive way. We are performers who use lies and fraud to create wonder. Any great actor is a fraud and liar as well. Fooling people is our job. Regards his integrity.. I respect him. If he swears on a family members life its not staged I'll believe him. Honestly... I expect him not to. I think he should simply say the same thing...." It up to each person to make his own decision" Isn't it more fun that way? I know it is for me. Best, Tim |
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts
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Good show, Jim.
Here kitty, kitty,kitty.
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Jim-Callahan V.I.P. 5018 Posts
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Thanks Parson.
Jim
“I can make Satan’s devils dance like fine gentlemen across the stage of reality”.
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Parson Smith Inner circle 1937 Posts
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Patrick Redford is lurking around here.
Would love to hear his input. Peace, Parson
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