Word Prediction is a mentalism effect that packs a punch, whether you’re performing in front of a packed theatre, a swanky cabaret, or just a few mates in the pub (no judgement here).
Inside this mixed media download, you’ll uncover two main versions of this effect, both relying on some seriously clever principles dating back to the 1930s (because why not borrow a few tricks from the legends?). The video and PDF training package give you all the juicy details, with proper credit given to the brainiacs who paved the way.
In one version, you’ll showcase a dozen lists filled with random words—yup, that’s 1,200 words in total just waiting to be plucked from the ether. A brave volunteer shuffles a deck of cards and cuts them into two piles. They then multiply the values of the top cards to generate a random number. For instance, if they pick a 6 and a 5, they get 30 (simple maths, but we won’t tell them that).
Next, they choose one of the 12 word lists, find their word based on the number they generated, and voilà! You’ve had a prediction envelope on stage from the start. When it’s opened, the audience sees your prediction, which matches their randomly chosen word to the astonishment of all. It’s like magic, but without the smoke and mirrors (well, maybe a little smoke).
In a second version, you hand out ten blank postcards and pens to audience members, asking them to write any word they fancy. After collecting the postcards, the on-stage volunteer confirms they’re all different (or discards duplicates, because they’re not here to play favourites). They then select one card and write that word clearly for everyone to see.
But here’s the kicker: before they reveal their word, you’ve already torn open your prediction envelope and made a big show of it (no funny business here). When they finally share their chosen word, your prediction is revealed to be spot on—cue the applause and maybe a few dropped jaws!
Now, pay attention to these gems:
1. The prediction you reveal is always the one that’s been in the envelope from the start!
2. No sneaky back-ups—what you show is the only prediction that exists.
3. No secret writing (because we’re not in a spy movie).
4. Absolutely no dual reality nonsense.
5. No stooging or instant stooging—everyone’s in on the fun.
6. Forget about switches or secret loads—keep it straightforward.
7. No electronics or mechanical trickery involved.
8. Everything unfolds in real time—no pre-show shenanigans.
9. Gimmick-free envelopes (the way nature intended).
10. No angle problems—perform from any side you fancy.
11. Works like a charm in cabaret and stage gigs, as well as close-up (you’re welcome).
12. In one routine, the volunteer’s choice is completely free—no strings attached! They simply pick from the ten words, ensuring your prediction matches perfectly.
13. In the close-up version, they think they’re choosing from 100 words, but really, it’s a random pick from ten different options. But hey, it keeps them guessing!
14. The methods shine brightest in English, but with a bit of elbow grease, you could adapt them for almost any language (multilingual magic, anyone?).
15. The concepts here are classic, first published in the 1930s—any resemblance to more recent effects is purely coincidental (just saying).
16. The routines draw from the greats like Ron Chatburn, Phil Goldstein (Max Maven), Stewart James, and Ken De Courcy, all duly credited in your training materials.
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