Magic
Grothe also lectures about the intersection of magic and skepticism, having been involved with both movements and enterprises for years: he formerly worked as a professional magician who did shows for corporations and other private clients. He has been the focus of a number of internet controversies between psychics, magicians and skeptics.
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