We were lucky enough to speak with Jeff Hobson last night and we were so pleased with the interview that we’re going to give it to you today. Hobson touches on a lot but comedy magicians will be very interested to hear his take on why crowds laugh at certain things and why changes in our society may be making the comedians role a harder one as time goes on.

We also split this one into three clips so it’s easier to pick up where you left off if your house catches on fire or something.

Enjoy!

Also, if you are in the Florida area time is running out on these Hobson lecture dates…

JUST ADDED Hobson and Guy Bavli perform at Magic Spotlight in The Improv at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on Tuesday. Show starts at 8 p.m.

• Nov. 3, 2008 6:30 PM

Wizard’s Apprentice Magic Shop Hollywood

Call Stan for Resv.& Details

(954) 920-1475 (Also at 9:00 PM a special limited magic/business workshop by Jeff at this location only).

• Nov. 5, 2008 7:30 PM

Orlando Elks Lodge Orlando

Contact: CraigFennessy@Gmail.com

• Nov. 6, 2008 7:30 PM

Jacksonville Howard Johnson Hotel Orange Park

Hotel Number for Directions (904) 272-5900

Contact Mr. G’s Magic (904) 272-5900 (Advance Ticket Discount)

  • http://www.smappdooda.com Bizzaro.

    I agree with a lot of what he said. Glad to know I'm not alone yay!!

  • Troy in Las Vegas

    Fantastic.
    Great advice for a lifelong magic fan who is starting to think about learning to perform.
    Thanks Jeff. Thanks Justin.

  • http://www.randirain.com Randi Rain

    Jeff is the greatest. I agree with all he says. I would also like to thank Justin, and itricks, for putting up this great interview and finally it's something that is NOT about Chris Angel!! Please keep it up. More talk with the real entertainers!!

  • Troy in Las Vegas

    “…finally it's something that is NOT about Chris Angel!! “

    Now THAT was funny!

  • Jeff Rutenberg

    I can't wait to see both Jeff Hobsen and Guy Bavli this Mon. at the Improv!
    And I agree, enough about Criss Angel!

  • Friend in Florida

    Troy….its Criss and not Criss…lolol.

  • Troy in Las Vegas

    “Troy….its Criss and not Criss…lolol.”
    Huh? Oh, I guess I had a typo.
    But guess what? So did you.
    (BTW- I just copy and pasted what Randi Rain typed yet I get the back lash. Whatup with that? lol)

  • Jeff Rutenberg

    I can't wait to see both Jeff Hobsen and Guy Bavli this Mon. at the Improv!

    And I agree, enough about Criss Angel!

  • Friend in Florida

    Troy….its Criss and not Criss…lolol.

  • Troy in LasVegas

    “Troy….its Criss and not Criss…lolol.”

    Huh? Oh, I guess I had a typo.

    But guess what? So did you.

    (BTW- I just copy and pasted what Randi Rain typed yet I get the back lash. Whatup with that? lol)