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Issue Number: #1393
Date: Sunday 13th August 2017
Editor: Alan Watson QSM
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E-mail: editor@magicnewzealand.com
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Hi here is the latest news
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1. Editor's Message
2. Tears Of Grief Will Turn To Sweet Memory
3. Eugene Burger Final Curtain Call
4. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 37
5. The Magic Word Podcast - With Rick Wilcox
6. The Magic Word Podcast - John Cox and Houdini
7. The Art Of Listening: - #457 - Kyle Peron
8. September 9, 2017 Academy Of Magical Arts Swap Meet
9. Monday Night Magic Schedule (September)
10. Update - New Zealand Magic Convention - Wellington
11. Review Of eBook - Magic In The Real World
12. Masters of Illusion - August 11 2017
13. E-zine Archives
14. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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A BIG thank you to Rosemary McCarthy of International Entertainment Ltd (New Zealand) for continuing the sponsorship of the Magic New Zealand e-zine.

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have some magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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2. Tears Of Grief Will Turn To Sweet Memory
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Message by Abigail McBride published on Facebook

Tears of grief will turn to sweet memory. These feelings will not last forever, and it will not always be as painful as it is right now. This, I know.

Mostly, I am profoundly grateful to have shared 28 years with The Master. My guru, teacher, guide and friend will never pad down the stairs in his bathrobe again to hug me good morning. I will never hear his resonant voice reciting poetry or giving "words from the dean" to the classes here. I will never be making him breakfast again, or going out to dinner, or sitting with him by the fire....

It's the little things that break your heart open.
At the corner of my eye
From the edges of a dream
In the center of the space inside my heart

I remember...
We remember.
And all that we have loved is always here, now.
All that we have loved is always here.
"It is with heavy hearts that we, friends of Eugene Burger, inform you that Eugene has passed away in Chicago at the age of 78.

Eugene enjoyed a long, healthy life, but was very recently diagnosed with terminal cancer. Even so, his death today came more quickly than expected, and we are deeply shocked and saddened by his loss.

We know that in the days, weeks, and months ahead, countless things will be written and said about Eugene, and we will share more information, too. But for now, we want to tell you that Eugene embraced his situation with great clarity, humor, and peace of mind. As he said one day, "Now I am on the way to the ultimate capital M Mystery of life."

Please join us in remembering and celebrating Eugene, a rare and wonderful person who has meant so much to us and to magicians all over the world."

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3. Eugene Burger Final Curtain Call
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Article forwarded by Mel Kientz

1939 - 2017

"Chicago's Best Magician"
- Chicago Magazine, Best of Chicago Issue

Dean, McBride's Magic & Mystery School, Las Vegas, NV
Recipient, Performing Fellowship,
The Magic Castle, Hollywood, California

Two-time Recipient, Close-Up Magician of the Year,
The Magic Castle, Hollywood, California

Two-time Recipient, Lecturer of the Year,
The Magic Castle, Hollywood, California

"Eugene Burger is one of the most respected names
in close-up magic today."
- Chicago Tribune

"One of Chicago's best loved magicians."
- Crain's Chicago Business

"One of the 100 most influential magicians of the 20th century."
- MAGIC Magazine

"Burger's magic is simply jaw-dropping."
- L. A. Weekly

"For decades Eugene Burger has been recognized
by magicians and the public as one of the finest
and most engaging magicians alive."
- Genii Magazine

2012 FISM (International Federation of Magical Societies)
Special Award for Theory and Philosophy

My Friend and a profound influence in my life.

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4. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 37
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor Vanish Magic Magazine

Free digital download and available as printed magazine

Last cover of Vanish caused such an international sensation with magic chat groups and Vanish went viral within such a short time. This edition Carisa Hendrix answers questions about the cover and the publicity she gained from it.

Feature artist Luis De Matos - Luis shares his story and his years of working on television. He also announces his brand new upcoming television series with very special guest.
Magic tricks by John Carey, David Penn, Sean Heydon, Wayne Fox, Luie Foxx, Wayne Rogers, Diamond Jim Tyler and Jonathan Friedman
10 Little Secrets by Timothy Hyde
Quiet Masters by Ice McDonald
Backstage pass of Greg Wilson's Knott's Berry Farm show by Nickle Van Wormer
Carisa Hendrix answers questions about her cover photo from Edition 37
Charles Bach - Transition in Magic - interview with illusion designer and builder Daniel Summers
David Blaine review of live show by Nick Lewin
Profile of Wakcy Zak's owner
Movers and Shakers by Ben Robinson - Howie The Great
Reviews - the very latest in books, DVDs, products and more.

Free from www.vanishmagazine.com

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5. The Magic Word Podcast - With Rick Wilcox
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

What is it like to be a successful illusionist? In my opinion, there are three types of illusionists: those who tour on the road or the sea, those with their own theater, and those who own illusions and do the occasional show to pay for the illusions.

This week we talk with Rick Wilcox who stays put and performs in his own theater. I say that he is successful based on his sustainability by performing in one spot for 19 years. Outside the tourist season he does take some of his illusions on the road for "one off" shows, but for the most part, his job day to day is in the tourist attraction in the upper Midwestern United States known as the Wisconsin Dells. Well, actually as we learn in this week's podcast, his real job is to sell tickets to put seats in seats. Plus, the maintenance of the property and the props. This week we take a look at the day in the life of an illusionist and his wife to see what makes a successful show tick.

You can watch a promo trailer of the show, read the blog, see some photos from the show, listen to the podcast online and download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/372-rick-wilcox Of course you can download, subscribe and listen through various sites and podcatchers.

Last week we ran a contest for three copies of "Club Deception" to be given away. The winners of the contest were Abe Curnow, Martin Vickerman, and Ridgely Hunt. Congratulations, guys, and thanks for entering the contest. I know you will enjoy the book. If you forgot to enter this contest, then be sure to "Like" our Facebook page where you will be reminded of contests and upcoming podcasts.

This week we welcome Jeffery Davis as the newest member of the Friends of The Magic Word. Welcome, Jeff, and thank you for your faith in this project and for your financial support to help keep the podcast going. If you would like more information on how you can help The Magic Word, then visit: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/fotmw/

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6. The Magic Word Podcast - John Cox and Houdini
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

Last week we talked with Rick Wilcox who stays put and performs in his own theater. I say that he is successful based on his sustainability by performing in one spot for 19 years. Outside the tourist season he does take some of his illusions on the road for "one off" shows, but for the most part, his job day to day is in the tourist attraction in the upper Midwestern United States known as the Wisconsin Dells. Well, actually as we learn in this week's podcast, his real job is to sell tickets to put seats in seats. Plus the maintenance of the property and the props. This week we take a look at the day in the life of an illusionist and his wife to see what makes a successful show tick.

This week on The Magic Word Podcast, we return to Hollywood and nearby Studio City where we chat with blogger and Houdini aficionado, John Cox. John and I have been friends since I was the Medium for the "Official" Houdini Séance in 2012 in Ft. Worth, Texas and John came in as part of the evening's program where he presented a scholarly talk about one of Houdini's films. But John has been writing a daily blog about new and interesting facts about Harry Houdini since early 2010. Believe it or not, there is that much information every day that is revealing about this legendary showman. In this podcast John talks about his passion and some of his highlights over the years plus other interesting "crossroads" with my interests in Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, monster movies and more.

You can watch a video of John giving us a little tour of his "home museum", see some photos, read the blog, get some links, listen to the podcast online and download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/373-john-cox

We recently ran a contest for three copies of "Club Deception" to be given away. The winners of the contest were Abe Curnow, Mickey Blashfield, and Ridgely Hunt. Congratulations, guys, and thanks for entering the contest. We also welcome Jeffery Davis as the newest member of the Friends of The Magic Word. Welcome, Jeff, and thank you for your faith in this project and for your financial support to help keep the podcast going. If you would like more information on how you can help The Magic Word, then visit: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/fotmw/

Be sure to Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and subscribe to The Magic Word RSS feed so you don't miss a single episode. This coming week we will be traveling to Las Vegas where we will be attending MAGIC Live! Be sure to tune in and download each of my daily updates from the convention featuring chats with Stan Allen, dealers, registrants, talent and attendees.

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7. The Art Of Listening: - #457 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

This is a topic I thought I would write about this week as it is something I have learned and trained myself to do but never realized the sheer power of it in not only the way I conduct and handle my magic, but in all realms of how I live my life. I thought it would make for an interesting discussion so if you would allow me to, I would like to dive into it a bit closer.

Learn to listen? Sounds silly, doesn't it? But do we really listen? Do we honestly listen to people, prospects or clients as much as we should be? If you are honest with yourself, the answer is probably "no we really don't". None of us listen as much as we should. We have gotten so much into the habit of art of doing and acting that we have failed to learn or relearn the art of listening.

We have forgotten the art of listening but we should strive to relearn it and apply it every day. Why? Because listening is a magnetic and strange thing that can work as a creative force. When you learn to listen, you become more aware. This awareness allows you to see things you may have overlooked so many times before.

Listening is an art that when done well delivers tremendous benefits for not only your magic but for the relationships you try and build with everyone you deal with every day. The goal of listening well is to achieve effective communication.

Effective communication not only fosters understanding, affirmation, validation and appreciation, but it also creates an atmosphere of trust, honor and respect. When someone truly listens to you, don't you feel special? The obvious answer is yes. When you are listened to, you feel respected and by listening you are showing that respect back.

So how does this apply to your magic? Well, too many magicians sell all the time. Now be honest here. How many of you can say that the minute the phone rings and it is a potential client...you immediately go into the selling mode and never even stop to breathe. I am hoping a lot of you can admit to yourself that this happens and happens way too often. That is fine, as that is just the way we have trained ourselves to be in this age of information.

I am not saying you should not sell your show, certainly you must be part salesman or woman. But, we must learn to stop for a second and refrain ourselves from overselling. We must not just constantly sell to a point that the person feels you are not even listening to them. Remembering to listen shows respect and to gain respect you must show it first.

If we are to really be a solutions provider or if we are to really provide a service to our prospects or clients, then how can we do this if we do not take the time out to know what it is they really need?

How do you do this? Simple, we listen to them. Easy concept huh? But it is easier said than done. How many times do you really feel like listening to a client? It is hard because you are not used to doing it. In most cases they are lucky if they get two sentences in before the call is over.

You must train yourself to listen to them. Train yourself to slow down and hear them out. If you are to solve your magic client's needs, then you must learn what those needs are. Listen to them.

How can you get them to start talking? Simple. We use the power of ASKING THEM. People simply forget to ask these days, but it is that simple. The art of asking is a powerful thing and when combined with listening can change your entire outlook and can change the way your clients perceive you.

For example, you could possibly say something like, "Wow your event sounds fascinating to me, can you tell me more about it? It seems like you must have a lot to do to make this year's event even better than before."

This is a simple phrase but it is not me selling to them at all. It is me being kind to them, showing I care about them and it is me building a relationship with them. It also is a key to get them talking about their event. IT WORKS!!! They will start talking if you show them the respect and listen to what they are saying..

In most cases, they are so relieved to hear someone who cares about all they are going through, that they will unload it with you. LET THIS HAPPEN!!

This is your time to listen to them. They will share precious information with you without them even realizing they are doing it. This is when I lock in on the problems they have and for me to think of ways I can solve the problems I am hearing them talk about.

Now if I can come back to them with a solution to one of their needs, then I soon have value. This value makes me NOT a product but it makes me a person they will come back to time and again because I can help solve their needs.

It may also be the very first time any entertainer has even asked them about what they do or asked them to talk about what they are trying to achieve. I find that the more I listen and train myself to listen, the more respect I gain from these people. I try and build relationships with everyone I know. I do this because for me it is always more than me just performing my magic show. I want to really make sure I deliver exactly the solution that best fits them. Each client is different and they all have different needs and wants. The more I train myself to listen, the more value I have in their eyes.

Try it. Try to simply listen next time someone talks to you or a prospect calls you on the phone. Get your prospect to talk to you and open up and it will make a huge difference on your bookings and especially on repeat bookings in the future.

As always, I encourage you the readers to let me know your thoughts. So, if you have any thoughts on my articles or suggestions or comments, please feel free to e-mail me directly at Kylekellymagic@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you.

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8. September 9, 2017 Academy Of Magical Arts Swap Meet
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Message by Gary Frank (US)

Come join the fun at the AMA Swap meet Saturday, September 9, 2017

Are you planning to be in the Southern California area on September 9th? The Magic Castle will be transformed into the greatest one-day mini-convention for the Academy of Magical Arts Swap Meet. You'll find new, used magic, books, illusions, antiques, collectibles and scores of surprises throughout at this gathering. Vendor's tables are set up from the Terrace to the Inner Circle. It's a fun-filled day for everyone. Whether you're a novice to magic or an expert, this is the place to be. The doors open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 1p.m.

This is one of the many special perks the AMA Membership includes, and it is also an event you really can't pass up. You might catch up with friends you haven't seen in years, meet fellow AMA members, have first-hand contact with a number of local dealers, and possibly find that effect you have been searching for all on the same day. We're looking forward to a large turnout, so come be a part of this once a year event.

If you're not an AMA Member, all you need is your magic club membership card to gain entrance. There is a valet fee and an $8.00 door charge.

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9. Monday Night Magic Schedule (September)
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Message by Peter Samelson (US)

Monday Night Magic September Schedule (All Performers Subject To Change)

September 4th: Alexander Boyce, Marcus Monroe, Michael Chaut; MC David Corsaro;
Close-up: Eric Brown, Patrick Davis

September 11th: Torkova, Rocco, Peter Samelson; MC Ben Nemzer;
Close-up: Mike Patrick, Eli Bosnick

September 18th: Monday Night Magic will be Closed (We will Re-Open on Oct. 2nd)

September 25th: Monday Night Magic will be Closed (We will Re-Open on Oct. 2nd)

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10. Update - New Zealand Magic Convention - Wellington
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Message by Nopera Whitley (New Zealand)

With only 84 days until the New Zealand Magic Convention, taking place from the 20th - 23rd of October in Wellington New Zealand, we can feel the anticipation levels rising.

If you've been meaning to register, now's the time to sign up as the remaining places are selling out quickly.

Shin Lim, Rob Zabrecky, Hector Mancha, Colin Cloud and Charlie Frye, with one more star of magic to be announced soon!

Each of the headliners will present a 90-minute lecture and we're pulling out all the stops to put on one of the best gala shows ever seen.

Flights are on sale and accommodation cost are on the rise so if you need to get organised now's the time!

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11. Review Of e-book - Magic in The Real World
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Message by Quentin Reynolds

Magic in The Real World
What You Need to Know Before You Quit Your Day Job
by Christian Painter
Reviewed by Quentin Reynolds

This publication is not about routines, tricks, or sleights. It is much more valuable. It is about how to use those moves and props to earn you hard cash and provide you with a comfortable living.

Becoming a full-time pro is a challenging undertaking. Fortunately, the advice and suggestions, won by hard experience, will help prepare you for your journey ahead. Reading this book and heeding the advice will save you thousands of hours in wasted time and even more thousands in wasted hard cash.

Subtitled, 'What you need to know before you quit your day job,' the chapters cover

Do You Really Want to Be a Professional Magician?
Getting a Magic Mentor or Director
Finding a Business Mentor
Marketing 101
Entertainment Agents
Restaurant Gateway
Fair and Festival Market
Working a Cruise Ship
The College Market
Tradeshow Magic
TED Talks
Magic Competitions
Selling Magic
Big Fish in a Small Pond
Using New Technology
Eight Things People Don't Tell You.

Even if you are already a working pro but are interested in exploring another market, you will find this book very useful. If you are just exploring earning a living from magic, it will help you choose which markets suit your current talents and experience,

The chapters originally appeared as articles in M-U-M magazine and I am so pleased they are now available in this e-book. Rarely does such useful material appear in any magic magazine. I recommend you print out the e-book and have it bound. You will refer to it. Not only do you get advice on potential pitfalls, you will get a good idea of the fees available in many of these markets (as of 2017).

When I saw Christian Painter's name on this book, I purchased it straight away. His previous book on close-up mentalism, Protoplasm, had two routines I added to my repertoire, so anything he would have to say is worth my full attention. In addition, we met recently at Obie's 4F convention, where he and his wife Katalina expertly compered one of the shows. I've also purchased extra copies for two friends who aspire to be professional magicians.

As Michael Close says in the Foreword: "This may well be the most practical little handbook for the aspiring professional magician ever published." I agree.

86 pages, crammed with practical advice. $19.99 Very highly recommended and available at
Just Added

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12. Masters of Illusion - August 11 2017
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Message by Steve Moyer (US)

Masters of Illusion continues on the CW Network on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 8/7c hosted by Dean Cain, featuring two 30-minute episodes airing back to back

Hollywood, CA - Masters of Illusion, produced by Associated Television International and hosted by Dean Cain, continues on Friday, August 11, 2017 with two 30-minute episodes airing back to back at 8:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. Central.

This week's episodes include:
"Masters of Illusion" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)
"Spiked Table and Spiked Faces" (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
Magicians featured in this episode include: Farrell Dillon (Table of Spikes), Barry and Stuart (Celebrity Pick), Jonathan Pendragon (Interlude), Draven/Naathan Phan (Dueling Blockheads), Adam Wyle (Prohibition), Eric Jones (Trick With Four Kings), Jibrizy (Sugar Packet) and Greg Gleason (Helicopter). (#409). Original airdate 8/11/17.

"Masters of Illusion" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)
"Technological Beverages and Rapid-Fire Cards" (TV-PG) (HDTV)
Magicians featured in this episode include: R.J. Cantu (Digital Suspension), Bill Cook (Silhouette Card Trick), Tommy Wind (Jet Ski), Jarrett & Raja (Through the Mirror), Jibrizy (Cupid), Scott Pepper (Hospitality), Chris Randall (Balls to Mouth) and Jeff McBride (Card Sailing) (#405). (Encore Performance)

Dean Cain, host of Masters of Illusionâ, is an actor, producer and writer. Cain also appears in the hit CW series, "Supergirl," in which he plays the role of Supergirl's adoptive father, Jeremiah Danvers. Other upcoming projects include the films, "Baby Bulldog," "The Incantation," "A Parent's Worst Nightmare" and "Gosnell: America's Biggest Serial Killer." His breakthrough performance as an actor was in the dual roles of Superman/Clark Kent in the television series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman."

The roster of award-winning magicians from around the world appearing in Season Four of Masters of Illusion is a virtual who's who in the field of magic.
Adam Wylie (Los Angeles, CA)
Barry & Stuart (Barry Jones and Stuart McLeod, Scotland)
Bill Cook (Chicago, IL)
Billy Kidd (London, UK)
Chipper Lowell (Los Angeles, CA)
Chris Korn (Los Angeles, CA)
Chris Randall (Los Angeles, CA)
Draven (Las Vegas, NV)
Ed Alonzo (Los Angeles, CA)
Eric Jones (Baltimore, MD)
Farrell Dillon (Boise, ID)
Greg Gleason (Las Vegas, NV)
Jarrett & Raja (Jarrett Parker and Raja Rahman from Las Vegas, NV)
Jason Bird (Las Vegas, NV)
Jason Bishop (Blandon, PA)
Jeff McBride (Las Vegas, NV)
Jibrizy (Chicago, IL)
Jonathan Pendragon (Vermont)
Joshua Jay (New York, NY)
Kyle Marlett (Las Vegas, NV)
Leon Etienne (Utica, NY)
Les Arnold & Dazzle (Les Arnold and Alex Arnold, Los Angeles, CA)
Matt Marcy (Culver City, CA)
Michael Grandinetti (Los Angeles, CA)
Murray SawChuck (Las Vegas, NV)
Naathan Phan (Los Angeles, CA)
Nathan Burton (Las Vegas, NV)
Neil Croswell (Montreal, Canada)
R.J. Cantu (Las Vegas, NV)
Scott Pepper (San Antonio, TX)
Shawn Farquhar (Vancouver, Canada)
Sos Petrosyan, Jr. (Altrip, Germany)
Tigran Petrosyan (Altrip, Germany)
Tommy Wind (Las Vegas, NV)
Tony Chapek (Atlanta, GA)
Xavier Mortimer (Las Vegas, NV)

Masters of Illusion is produced by Associated Television International with returning Executive Producers David McKenzie ("The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards," "Marie"), Gay Blackstone ("The World Magic Awards" 2007-2009), David Martin ("The World Magic Awards" 2007-2009, "Marie"), and Al Schwartz ("The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards," "The Golden Globe Awards" 2013 and 2014), along with Co-Executive Producers Justin Pierce ("The Rocky Saga: Going The Distance") and Jim Romanovich ("From Rocky To Creed," "The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards").

Associated Television International (ATI) is an Emmy Award-winning company that has been the world's largest producer of magic for both stage and screen for over three decades. ATI's television series, specials and feature films have aired on all U.S. broadcast networks, major cable channels and with television partners all over the world. Current series in production include: "The Hollywood Christmas Parade," "Masters of Illusion," "Robert Earl's Be My Guest," and the Emmy Award-nominated "Laura McKenzie's Traveler." ATI has also been Emmy Award-nominated for its various television specials and series. For more information, please visit www.associatedtelevision.com

To view performance highlights of the August 11th episode from 8:00 - 8:30 p.m., please visit:
Web Version: https://vimeo.com/225893753
Full Prores Version (downloadable):
https://vimeo.com/user4830612/review/225899577/2a200ccebe

To view performance highlights of the August 11th episode from 8:30 - 9:00 p.m., please visit:
Web Version: https://vimeo.com/227984358
Full Prores Version (downloadable): https://vimeo.com/user4830612/review/227984092/f9e40d3958

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13. E-zine Archives
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When you enter the archive the e- zines are in issue order in folders for each year and are Coded, e.g. 001 Nov06 1999.txt first three numbers (001) denote issue number, then the date (Nov06) and the last figures the year (1999)

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