TaylorIn this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with magician, storyteller, and author Taylor Hughes. Taylor shares his journey of finding wonder and gratitude in everyday life, from his magical experiences at Disneyland to the life lessons learned through personal challenges. We explore the impact of his books, The Road to Wonder and Misdirection, and discuss the power of storytelling, mentorship, and embracing the unknown. We also tease Taylors upcoming web series blending magic and thrifting.
Taylor Hughes is a magician, comedian, and storyteller. He’s a Bestselling Author, and a highly sought-after Keynote Presenter, and his Comedy Magic Special '“Chasing Wonder” is streaming now. Taylor is married to his high school sweetheart Katie and they live in Southern California with their two daughters Madelyn and Kennedy.
Chapter:
00:00 - Introduction
03:05 - Taylor’s love for Disneyland and its symbolic meaning in life
6:24 - How Bob Goff changed his life
8:37 - The Road to Wonder by Taylor
12:22 - Speaking to Your 8-Year-Old Self
20:32 - Taylor’s second book and its focus on avoiding manipulation
24:04 - Who were the heroes in his life
27:12 - The mentors who shaped his journey.
28:38 - The Milk Jug Story
30:50 - The parallels between magic tricks and real-world deception.
32:54 - Taylor's personal story of loss and rebuilding
38:30 - The importance of sharing personal experiences to connect with others
42:17 - Why personal stories resonate more deeply with audiences
47:24 - Taylor’s upcoming web series blending magic and thrifting
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