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cbguy Veteran user 350 Posts |
I just heard Don has passed away.
He's the one guy who can probably sell a Svengali Deck to Jesus : ) Don will be missed. |
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Riley Special user Swansea UK 955 Posts |
RIP Don. Thanks for all your help.
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silksock Regular user 105 Posts |
Sad news...Don was a great guy helped a lot of people in the pitching business.
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Frosty Loyal user Texas 244 Posts |
I'm so sad...! Another legendary pitchman passes away...
This one really hurts! You will be missed Don...! |
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Phil Ainsworth Regular user 180 Posts |
Very sad to hear, I didn't know Don well as I'm still a newcomer to pitching, but that didn't stop Don kindly offering me advice and tips on pitching which has helped me no end.
Don's legacy is a whole new wave of Svengali pitchmen, continuing the line. RIP Don, legend of the pitch |
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Charles Gaff Loyal user 204 Posts |
RIP Don, thanks for showing me how to build the tip!
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LeoH Elite user 437 Posts |
Don was a great guy. Anytime I needed an answer to a question, he was right there with the answer. RIP, Don.
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Bill Thompson Elite user Mississippi 422 Posts |
I had a phone conversation with Don a few years ago. After some stupid post of mine, Don contacted me and told me to give him a call. That call lasted a couple of hours and he taught me about pitching and what to pitch and what not to. It was enlightening. I will never forget it.
Don not only taught the pitch but he gave you real secrets... how to make money, where to buy from. He will be missed.
"To let understanding stop at what cannot be understood is a high attainment.
Those who cannot do it will be destroyed on the lathe of heaven." - Chuang Tse |
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isaacfawlkes Loyal user FL 256 Posts |
Don was not only a great pitchman but he was a wonderful Human Being. I met him many years ago when he introduced himself to me at the Tennessee Renaissance fair. He came every year and we became friend. I will never forget when he and I visited Tabby at his home in Tn. We spent the entire afternoon there. He showed us his shop and studio. and spent the time talking about all of our experiences. I was not only a great time but but was a lesson in the art and business in magic. I spent an afternoon with Don at a flea market as he pitched I learned. Truly a great and wonderful man that I was lucky enough to be able to call my friend.
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sethb Inner circle The Jersey Shore 2832 Posts |
What a shame. Don was a great guy, a real prince. His posts here were always generous and helpful to all, with plenty of hard-to-come-by information. As I discovered in more than one instance, you ignored his advice at your own peril!
He will be missed, but he also left a great legacy. RIP, Don. I'm sure he's teaching St. Peter a great DL! SETH
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JasonK New user Ohio 35 Posts |
Didn't know Don personally, but he did offer a lot of great advice. RIP, Don.
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itsmagic Inner circle middle earth 1118 Posts |
Just started reading up on pitching Svens and see a lot of good advice from Don. Just bought his dvd from lybrary. RIP.
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Frosty Loyal user Texas 244 Posts |
Hello itsmagic! Welcome to this corner of the Café! Im glad you posted here...!
Sad to see that many here in the Café seem to not care much of a great man passing away, but yet you barely read about him and give your condolences...! A man that gave so much advice and help.... Yes, he had a strong character but gave so much here with his knowledge yet hold nothing back..! I believe LeoH posted of his passing on the "Believe it or Not" part of this Café where many knew him yet seems no one cares! NOT ONE RESPONSE! Sad indeed! Sorry for my criticism... but I get the feeling we live in a very selfish world! I'm still bummed of his passing (and I was barely getting to know him) but am glad of those who did give their respects here.... Maybe a simple RIP would suffice whether you liked him or not! Or Maybe it's just me as I really looked up to him.... Don't know..! |
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rossmacrae Inner circle Arlington, Virginia 2486 Posts |
NO ONE? Not so - though it's a small gesture I am repeating his "Ballycast" interview and telling the listeners why - scheduling it soon.
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LeoH Elite user 437 Posts |
Thanks, Ross. Although most remember him as one of the kings of the Svengali pitch, he was also a very decent magician. The Ballycast interview with Don is worth the time.
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Frosty Loyal user Texas 244 Posts |
That's great news Rossmacrae!
Don Drivers Ballycast is great..! Also David Walkers (this one is a must listen to) and the other episodes there are all worth listening to as well... By the way, I always thought you have the perfect voice for a pitchman or carnival barker! LOL! Thanks Ross and have a good one! |
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rossmacrae Inner circle Arlington, Virginia 2486 Posts |
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Paul Budd Elite user It's a shame he's only made 447 Posts |
I never met Don, but he certainly was a master of the pitch!
His face isn't really this long in-person!
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Adamarmstrong1 New user 1 Post |
Hi everyone, you won't recognise my name (new account) I've been away from magic for a few years. Just saw this and made an account to post my condolences.
RIP Don, you were always on this board freely giving a lifetime's worth of knowledge and experience. I'm sure there are many people making money today that owe all their successes to you. RIP |
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Brent McLeod Inner circle 1799 Posts |
I only just found out recently Don had passed away...I had many years of conversations on here with Don and used much of his advice to use my own pitch for many years at tradeshows selling Svengali decks by the thousand. Have had a break from pitching for a couple of years but recently been approached to return to only specific events.. sorry Don wont be around to pass on his knowledge and friendly advice..RIP my friend..
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