March 19th, 2010

Today I had my first live-streaming web TV show experience. Good times! I appeared on MomTV with Chris Byrne (aka “The Toy Guy”) and Shannon Eis from Time to Play. I performed a number of effects from the new Magic Lunch Box set from Cadaco, as well as taught a few tricks viewers could try at home. Really enjoyed working with these two fun hosts, and we had a great time interacting with the moms watching at home (thanks for tuning in!).
Tags: cadaco, MomTV, Toy Guy
Posted in Television, Toys |
February 18th, 2010

I had a wonderful week with Cadaco at the Toy Fair here in New York. Four fun-filled days at the Javits Center talking about magic, doing demos of the new magic sets, and meeting our customers. Heard some great stories from parents and store owners about their positive experiences with our magic sets, which is wonderful to hear! Ran into some old friends and made some new ones as well.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get much time to see the booths outside of our area, but I did see some fun things at the show. My favorite new product “Gelli Baff”, which is a new bath-time “toy” for kids. Basically, it turns your bathtub into a pool of colored goo! Kids would love this stuff. Here’s their site: http://www.gellibaff.co.uk/. Don’t know if/when it’s available here in the US.
For those of you interested in learning more about my line of magic with Cadaco, please swing over to their web site for the full low-down. You can also purchase the sets directly from their site (if you can’t find exactly what you want at your local toy store, Toys R Us, or Amazon.com).
http://www.cadaco.com/products-magic.html

Tags: cadaco, kids, toy fair
Posted in Business, Performances, Toys |
February 9th, 2010
Next week is the annual Toy Fair held here in New York City at the Javits Center. If you’re attending the show, please come by and say hello at the Cadaco showroom (Booth #1555).
As usual, I’ll be performing magic from our line of children’s magic sets (and some of my own material as well!). If you’ve never been to Toy Fair, it’s a fun experience and you should come check it all out. Imagine the Javits Center full of TOYS!!! The show is open from 10-5pm from Sunday, Feb 14th to Wednesday, Feb 17th. Check the web site to make sure you’re eligible for entry.
Tags: cadaco, javits
Posted in Performances, Toys |
July 25th, 2008
Today I made my second appearance on QVC to promote the Cadaco Magic Show. Despite the long drive to Westchester, PA, I enjoyed the experience immensely. The spot went a lot better than the first one I made earlier this year, as I got more time with the host beforehand and was actually able to teach him several tricks.
You can watch the spot and buy the item on QVC.com. Just search for “cadaco magic”.
Funny anecdote: as I arrived early this morning the main entrance to the studio was closed off, and there were people gathering to peer in. I thought at first some celebrity was perhaps presenting, but I was wrong… a five-point buck had crashed through the lobby windows into the studio!
Tags: cadaco, qvc
Posted in Television, Toys |
February 19th, 2008
Yesterday I was featured on NY1 during their tour of the Toy Fair here in New York this week. Of all the cool things to see at the show, I was excited to see our magic sets made the cut! (How’d we beat out that nasty edible Play-doh across the aisle?!?!) If you’re up for a personal demo (or a taste of Play-doh) come stop by the Javits Center — it’s open to the public (with registration) and is on until Thursday. If you’ve never been to the Toy Fair, it’s a pretty interesting scene to take in.
Watch the segment (or read the transcription) at NY1.

PS: For years, people have occasionally mis-spelled my name “Ochs”… the guy interviewed before me is an Ochs!
Tags: cadaco, ny1, trade show
Posted in Performances, Television, Toys |