Deck of Cards
Topics discussed
Maritess performs card magic at the World Championships
Introduction to 10,000 Things and the episode theme
Growing up Filipino American in Chicago suburbs
The Pigeon Drop scam that inspired her to study magic
Learning sleight of hand and the Chicago magic community
Life as a magician in 1990s Las Vegas
Facing sexism and racism in the magic world
Redefining magic as love and challenging industry norms
Performing for community and teaching audience members
The Manananggal spirit and her one-woman show
Tarot reading for the host using a decolonized deck
Closing credits and production team
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