July 2, 2025 • 46 mins
Paranormal forces and petty grudges. This week on Beef, history’s most famous magician Harry Houdini turns grief into fuel for getting even with the dubious 19th and early 20th century Spiritualist movement, in the conclusion to his obsessive crusade.
Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work at his website.
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Hosted by Bridget Todd
Written by Nicole Walkow-Benedi
Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete Musto
Produced by James "Sam" Levine
Created by Executive Producer Jeremiah Tittle
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