Tag Archives: Magic

More Non-Consensual Fun with Animals

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Don’t let the title alarm you. A few weeks back, I discussed a controversial magic trick involving Chinese goldfish and possibly magnets.* Another equally-impressive-slash-disturbing trick has come my way in the form of the video you see below. I don’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Videos | Tagged Animal Cruelty, Animals, Commentary, General Culture and News, Magic, Misleading Titles, Videos | 1 Comment

The Axis of Ego Podcast: Against All Odds

Posted on February 22, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

Tom and Mike review some of the top stories of the week and add additional insights. Don’t let the subtitle fool you – this ‘cast has nothing whatsoever to do with either the 1985 Jeff Bridges / James Woods / … Continue reading →

Posted in General Culture and News, Podcasts, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Animal Rights, China, Cruelty, Goldfish, Illusions, L. Ron Howard, L. Ron Hubbard, Magic, Magnetism, Mel Gibson, Please Don't Sue Us, Podcasts, Scientology, Television, The Hangover 2, The Office, Theology, Tina Fey, Zach Galifanakis | Leave a comment

Fish-related Puns Are Too Easy

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Tom Garrett

A controversial magic trick has been ruffling the feathers of our Chinese friends non-enemies this week. The trick, which appears to approximate a synchronized swimming routine, except with a half-dozen Chinese goldfish, is alleged by numerous animal rights groups to rely … Continue reading →