Basically, I was a kid growing up with a single mother in Brooklyn.

I was obsessed with the idea of fasting and isolation.

Besides prostitution, magic is one of the oldest art forms that exist.

I have not had time to reflect on my own truths in many years.

Magic is not about having a puzzle to solve. It's about creating a moment of awe and astonishment. And that can be a beautiful thing.

I believe that fear of life brings a greater fear of death.

My mother was a teacher, and when she wanted to show me art and literature and science, she'd take me to museums, parks and free exhibitions.