Nick Hassebrock was mesmerised by David Copperfield from the first time he saw one of his specials at six years old and has loved and been inspired by him ever since. It wasn't just about the illusions, it was the whole package; from lighting to music to showmanship, Nick points out that Copperfield is truly at the top of his field and helps magic seem less "dorky." After having to clarify I was never making fun of Nick and truly just got giddy at how much he loves good ol' DC, I sat back as he was able to absolutely regale me with some of his favorite Copperfield tricks, stories, facts, and live shows (of which he has seen six). It was a true delight full of laughs, magicians who give others a bad name, and that one time Nick could have maybe had a friend in magic but he decided to be a magic snob/bully instead. Listen while you watch some of these classic Copperfield moments.

Notes:

Jon Daly's fake Red Hot Chili Peppers website and song

The Floating Rose

Heaven on the Seventh Floor, the first trick of the special in which Copperfield flew for the first time

Reddit AMA with Val Valentino, the Masked Magician

Grandpa's Aces, a sick card trick by DC

Compilation of David's close up magic

Compilation of David's big illusions

The first special that Nick saw at age six