Did this MAGICIAN Shawn Farquhar FOOL Penn and Teller with CARDS?

#pennandteller #pennandtellerfoolus
This was my first appearance on Fool Us in July of 2011. I have since been on the show a total of three times. The premise of the show is to attempt to fool Penn and Teller. Penn and Teller have their own show called Penn & Teller Fool Us in Las Vegas where magicians go on the show to try and fool Penn and Teller. Illusionists Penn & Teller sit in the audience and watch as magicians try to impress them with a trick that the famous illusionists are unable to duplicate. If a magician successfully hoodwinks the legendary duo with a trick, be it a sleight-of-hand routine or a grand illusion, that person wins a trip to Las Vegas to perform as an opening act in Penn & Teller's show at the Rio Hotel & Casino.
This video was originally on my channel with millions of views but due to a misunderstanding over my rights, KZbin removed it. They discovered the errors of their ways and said I could repost but by then others had done so and I felt no need to repost.
I'm posting now to ensure there is a video record on my channel.
I hope you enjoy my first appearance.
-shawn

[@SrikrishnaSekhar]

Doing that trick in Penn's hands might be the ballsiest thing I've ever seen on this show

[@crimefightinghamster]

Doing it in Teller's hands would be more ballsy.

[@madman7878]

That’s so true!!

[@1.21JJWatts]

This guy did a CARD TRICK that made Penn Jillette say, "Wow!" Incredible.

[@alvinoverman9587]

@@crimefightinghamster M

[@ronniepineda6254]

Awesome trick!!!

[@Vyselink]

Shawn is way too polite in his description of how KZbin removed his original post which had millions of views, so I'll say it for him. KZbin were morons and totally screwed him.

[@rjkral]

Vyselink why on earth was it removed?

[@FlyByFrancis]

That's messed up.. :(

[@dddddbbb]

@@rjkral Probably their overactive copyright flagging system

[@mathevideos9909]

Let's get this video back up with millions of views shall we?

[@outsidethepyramid]

Sorry I don't understand how KZbin totally screwed him. Is it just because of the number 133,769 at the top? Millions of people have actually seen him already on the YT vid that got deleted. YT can't take that away.

[@Frost640]

It's hard to believe this was TEN years ago and still remains one of the best performances on the show. Much love from a fellow Canadian :)

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks, it was ten years and still seems like yesterday to me. Much love back to a fellow Canuck.

[@greebo7857]

I'm Australian so I viewed this the right way up and yes, one of the greats,

[@marianungureanu5836]

@@ShawnFarquhar I laugh every time! It's like new for me! When I want to fell good, I watch to this video! Thank you!

[@gewhiz1494]

Shawn, you’re nice even by Canadian standards. Amazing trick. How was hogwart’s while you were over there, you absolute wizard.

[@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307]

Simple forced card! Nothing to see here! Penn should have know this was the way (old tech) when he saw the different signature which was conveniently not shown and edited out for the show so you dont go HEY THATS DIFFERENT! Also how could he not see the deck switch?

[@JohnDemetriou]

The most important thing is how Penn was mesmerised that he just wanted to see the cards and fan them out for himself instead of the crowd. He really enjoyed the trick and wanted to just see for him, then the joke of "Someone who is a professional in show business would do that automatically". That there is the moment you know, Penn was really enjoying the trick and was a true spectator.

[@TheKultteri]

The thing that really makes this such a powerful experience for the viewer, and why this is my favorite performance on the show, is Penns comment "Oh, that would be a fine trick". The build up to the climax was perfectly done.

[@daddyflip8584]

HAHA! Yes, I spit Diet Coke at that very moment 3:30 (and again at 6:04)

[@ZwiekszoneRyzyko]

This one never gets old. And never will.

[@MariusRiley]

: Affirmative.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Although I do.. ;-)

[@potorrero]

@@ShawnFarquhar Lol. We all do I'm afraid.

[@edskodevries]

One of the very best!!

[@Denis_Ovchinnikov]

deja vu!

[@boriskalashnikov489]

Shawn: I would have picked teller, but the conversation would be very one sided Teller: 😐

[@umwhatamIdoinghere]

Teller was focused like a laser on Shawn's hands. Teller ain't got time for comedic small talk.

[@TinoDeBiaso]

😶

[@RoastBeefSandwich]

@@umwhatamIdoinghere Exactly, Teller is a master of sleight of hand so he's looking for any slip up to give him a hint on how the trick is done.

[@mikel9567]

My absolute favorite part of this trick isn't the trick itself. It's the look that Penn has when he takes his hand away and see the wrapped deck of playing cards. One of the greatest magicians in the world and he had a look of pure amazement and joy like a little kid has. For a magician, that must be an amazing feeling.

[@shawnr771]

That look from Penn is priceless. The only one I know of in the Fool Us videos. In later stuff I started watching Teller. Teller's reaction especially when he is sitting up close. When someone is really good his face tells all. When Teller is amazed everybody else in the room should be in awe because whoever is performing is that dang good.

[@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself]

Penn looked Shawn up and down like, "are you the devil?"

[@mikemx55]

Well... that look was faked. Because at the end, he claims he saw the deck switch, when the performer reaches for the pen. He must have felt the plastic wrap in his hands, which also has a different feel than the paper card deck. He's a true performer and did the surprise effect for the audience. In the end, he knew what was going on.

[@Mike-we3rb]

If you rewatch it you can clearly see he’s holding the new deck in his hand wide in the open not even covered up

[@DJColdCutz_]

A couple shots of Teller with his mouth dangling open are pretty great too.

[@austintyler7901]

"Ohh, That would be a fine trick." Best moment in the show's entire run!

[@jeremymuir4332]

Penn got genuinely excited at that point.

[@AngrySkipperGC]

The single best performance on the history of the show.

[@bagelbaker411]

Angry Skipper You’re goddamn right.

[@brandonsmith5673]

How? You can see him manipulate the cards and do the deck switch. It was a pretty cool trick, but I’m pretty sure if he showed how he did it we would be like, meh.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks guys, much appreciated. Oh, Brandon, one day when I explain it... and all the switches, I'm pretty certain no one will go "meh".

[@brandonsmith5673]

Shawn Farquhar, I’d love to see penn and teller’s reaction when you told them. I’m not saying it wasn’t a great trick. It was awesome, but the best in the history of the show is just silly. I can figure out a lot of what happens on the show. There are a lot of performances that still have me guessing.

[@DVineMe]

@@ShawnFarquhar Yeah, I have an idea of how it could be done, don't think that one's "meh". If it's done differently it would be even less "meh". Generally I'm actually more impressed by the method (or the skill) than the effect. In this case the effect is really amazing as well though. And certainly one of the best performances on P&T FU, I never grow tired of watching this.

[@A_Wild_Dyzzy]

Penn’s genuine frustration over knowing how he switched the deck but not how he got the card in there is so wonderful. He truly felt mesmerized by Shawn.

[@capsaicining]

whats even better is that he then pulled the switched 7 out of his pocket at 7:09 and kissed it

[@ratpackenterprises1607]

@@capsaicining That's hilarious lol

[@JKolman1179]

P&T are so graceful. I love when they are genuinely shocked at a trick and they truly appreciate the art. It's a breath of fresh air from all these other competition shows where the judges are assholes.

[@louieberg2942]

The whole intent of the show is building people up and appreciating the art. Quite the reverse on a show like Idols, The Voice or X got Talent, where drama is a central product.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

@@louieberg2942 yup, it's a celebration of magic.

[@vesas5214]

@@louieberg2942 Imagine this show with the drama. Penn: We know the trick, we know all about it, we have performed it, we wrote a book about it and we saw your every move. You didn't fool us. Magician(in tears): I've got cancer and this is my dream, I've worked so hard for this blahblahbla Penn: OH BOY BRING DOWN THE TROPHY!! YOU FOOLED US!!

[@BelRigh]

@@ShawnFarquhar absolutely.... I started watching this today, Cause I saw another Contestant (Mike Kent) talking about HIS experience on the show doing a 'Classic Trick' the Multiplying Bottles Which is even MORE balsy than doing a new one... But Penns comments ' yeagh we know how you did it but WOW your speed and seamlesness with this was SUPER cool.... I'm only Magician Adjacent.... ne of my BFs in middle and HS was a magician, and I LOVED P&Ts old specials where they would break down the specifics of how they did the tricks.... and about 30% of the time I can AT LEAST spot the 'gimmick ' or Switch.... even if I dont know HOW they did it... But DAMN your stuff is Masterful Copperfield and Criss Angel got nothing on you

[@doodles990]

An underrated moment: at 7:09 he pulls a card out of his front pocket and kisses it in victory. That card is, of course, the 7 of Diamonds. What a sneaky little jab!

[@strooomon]

Thanks bro. I totally missed that

[@geoffreyentwistle8176]

Amazing. 😂

[@ntk2610]

"it's alright if I see it, I've seen this trick before" greatest line ever

[@markc7440]

HE TELLS HIM EXACTLY WHAT HE'S GOING TO DO AND STILL DOESN'T GET CAUGHT OUT. I love the humour he injects too. And you can see the joy and respect on Penn's face. Bloody marvelous!!

[@Fadexpl]

I mean, when he does tell him the trick is already done.

[@FREESPIRITSSOARING]

the hosts joke is so underrated 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 6:00 and i saw the trick maybe 10 times and it still feels like first time.

[@RickReasonnz]

Love a host with a dirty sense of humour!

[@jeremy7468]

Yeah, I got that joke real quick . It was pretty funny 😁.

[@MisterSolitude]

LOL Jon Ross is a legend. Literally had to pause and replay that part like 5 times

[@stardrifter2872]

Such a great move replacing him with the talentless blow up doll Alice Hannigan

[@oz_jones]

@@MisterSolitude wossy is amazing

[@peretoh5203]

5:07 Teller’s face is just a whole poem

[@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself]

He's thinking, "Penn's going to come back here and ask how he did it, and I don't know!"

[@centralprocessingunit2564]

@@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tubeyrich]

Yeah, he couldn't get his jaw to shut close! Hilarious!! XD

[@Chr15K]

I've watched all fool us performances but this is the one I keep coming back to. Great build-up, comedy and storytelling and I can't begin to figure out how it works. It's rare to see genuine expressions of bewilderment on Penn and Teller's faces. Great job Shawn!

[@JuiceHasser]

After the thousands upon thousands of magic tricks I have seen through the decades, this trick, even though it lacks the bells and whistles, is the most beautiful magic trick I have ever seen hands down. My god, Shawn

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks... I also like my Shape of my Heart routine... you might as well.

[@GhostlyJesterGC]

I come back to this video every now and then and it always feels like the first time seeing it. I just love everything about it.

[@djg5135]

Was about to post the same thing. Now to finish the trilogy

[@FGVMAGIC52]

This trick inspired me to do magic. Hes my favourite magician in the world and I will always think he's number 1 to me because he inspired me to pursue such an incredible craft

[@bernhardlagetuin]

This and the trick Shin Lim did. I'm old and a fan of magic since David Copperfield was on Dutch tv. Went to his live-show later in Rotterdam in the 90's as a 16 year old. He was actually flying! Keep on magic! It will bring joy for both the spectator as you.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Your comment made my day. I hope to inspire a new generation of magicians. When Shin Lim won the World Championship and gave me a shout out from the stage in front of 3000+ magicians in Italy, I could not have been more proud of him and at the same time so happy I was a part of his inspiration to do magic.

[@FGVMAGIC52]

@@ShawnFarquhar all I can do is thank you for introducing me to magic and hope I can meet you some day

[@Davidblaine18]

What’s the name of the trick

[@marchoile9321]

I love that Shawn says it’s not the most technically difficult, but the most fun. Performing right in front of people must be so satisfying

[@stantheman143]

I have been coming back to this act for years, it's one of my favorites, and it's the first thing I think of when someone mentions ''Penn and Teller'' It holds a really special place in my heart

[@RMR1]

They saw the FIRST deck switch -- but missed the second. No duplicate signed card, no "fake" new deck. Just a very clever double deck switch. Really well done.

[@doublepinger]

I was going to say "but Penn shuffled them". They didn't catch the first deck switch. They caught the third. (or maybe only two, hrrrrm)

[@Misteribel]

6:04: that’s what I tell my wife all the time! Cracks me up! Jonathan is brilliant 😂😂😂

[@zodkip3147]

I couldn't agree more.

[@ewallt]

That he did it so quickly was impressive.

[@creepykoala7255]

Shawn's smirking face at 5:01 is just priceless. I think he already knew at that point that Penn had no idea how he did it.

[@RickReasonnz]

Still my favourite card trick I've seen. The presentation is charming, the effect is powerful, and the amount of annoyance on Penn's face is just priceless!

[@tucanramon6909]

I saw this video for the first time many years ago with my dad (who was also a magician) since then we have seen it many times and the reaction was always the same, just... wow. It's been 3 years since he passed away and I'm still watching the video and remembering how happy he was watching all yours video, entertaining him and wanting to be better at what he loved. thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thank you for sharing this story with me and my subscribers.

[@NeedaNewAlias]

Watched this now for the 10th time, I can watch this 10 times more. What a fun presentation and Penn’s face even more often!

[@ShawnFarquhar]

I said ti before and I'll say it again, Thanks for the rewatches... my kid's in University and I can use the cash, lol. ;-)

[@tuancao35]

Penn immediately said "wow" when he finished, u dont see that everyday, this video deserves 1M views, great act, love it

[@dolfanchambers84]

Penn’s reaction at 3:37 is still my favorite moment ever from Fool Us.

[@jefpearlman9686]

It's always hard to tell because Penn's such a showman (and not in a bad way), but that really feels like one of the few times you see a genuine moment of, "hey, wait a minute..." on his face.

[@lekoman]

@@jefpearlman9686 I completely agree with the sentiment here. Sometimes I’m pretty sure he’s ginning it up for the audience. Even his outsized reaction to Kostya’s first trick on the show felt a little hammed up… even though I’m sure he was genuinely impressed, cuz that one’s another pretty damn fine trick to have happen right before your eyes. But this one, maybe cuz it was early enough in the series?, really does feel genuine.

[@SkippyRo]

5:06 is one of my favorites. Jaw. Dropped.

[@borayurt66]

I've already seen this more than 10 times, it still amazes me like the first time. The trick is great, but it becomes awesome when you do it. You are a fun guy to watch Shawn.

[@The_Wailing_Doom]

I really enjoy Shawn's Fool Us videos. His delivery, style, and sense of humor is top tier.

[@johnnyj2d3]

Where have I been these 2 years without knowing him?! This man gotta be one of the most charismatic and nice magicians I've ever seen

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thank you for the kind compliments.

[@YaoEspirito]

Look up his "Shape of My Heart" routine. Enchanting.

[@MrLuke.]

IMHO the best and most epic card trick I've ever seen. Don't know how it's done and I don't want to know. Brilliant!

[@zuriel7]

I was fortunate, when I was in my teens, to see Shawn Farquhar live. I was on a cruise and went to the theatre for an evening and was floored at his natural he comes across in every trick, great or small... and now I can never hear Sting's "Shape of My Heart" the same way again. He's really as personable, charming, and a stand-up all around guy, as he seems but one of the things I love best about him is his impeccable sense of timing and narrative as a showman. It's the reason I never tire of watching his videos and have been hoping to find time to take the family on a trip just to see him perform some of his greatest artistry. Shawn, best wishes to you and yours and I hope to see one of your shows in person before too long.

[@99redggs42]

OMG to see Pen's face when Shawn reveals the sealed deck inside his hands is priceless!!! Good job!!!!

[@TakaComics]

Great tricks are great, but stage presence pushes it above and beyond, and why I love this performance is all because of your stage presence! Makes me laugh every time!

[@DJColdCutz_]

I still come back to this performance from time to time to rewatch. It’s a fantastic trick, and the performance and interplay between everyone involved makes it that much better.

[@MrMotoMike]

Best magician I've seen so far, not only do I have respect for his magic, but the fact he doesn't spoil if he fooled them or not in the title of the video is another level. Great work! So many other contestants spoil if they've fooled them or not, what a shame to spoil it before you click the video.

[@elkeseaplana]

I love when Penn says: “Oh that would be a fine trick!”. Then you know he got them.

[@markc7440]

Of all of the P&T shows I've watched, the street magicians, and even a friend who does card magic, this has to be my favourite trick of them all. It seems so simple, yet such an impact. Part of me wants to know how it's done so much, but another part of me just loves being amazed.

[@sniffableandirresistble]

4:37 "Someone who is a professional in show business would have done that automatically" 😂 ❤

[@GuiAntonioli]

I just LOVE Teller's face when he has no fkn idea of what just happened. Hahaha he will always have that eye glow whenever new magic is in the house.

[@ezg8448]

These are the kinds of acts where I wish Johnathan was still co-hosting Fool Us.

[@Qawsedrftvynn]

He was way better than that girl.. Humour on point

[@HeartTheBacon]

what i love most about this trick is Penns reaction when Shawn said "i just did" like......."hang on man. We said magicians can come, not wizards" XD XD XD

[@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself]

Penn almost lost his atheism for a second there. He had a look like, "Oh, shit, what if magic IS real?!"

[@scottwpilgrim]

I never thought I'd ever see the day that Penn Jillette doubted every law of physics in the world, even for a microsecond.

[@petpaltea]

This is the fines card trick on this show. So complete and self-contained. It's perfect.

[@matofilipovic7818]

Every now and then I come back to this video. Never fails to amaze me.

[@Sifter2K]

KZbin has been a mess for a while. But anyway, I'm glad I got back here to see the amazing trick again.

[@phenom568]

This my favorite trick. You've got Shawns lovely personality, great comedic timing, a seemingly simple yet complicated trick and Penns reaction to top it off. Absolutely wonderful. One of the few tricks I never want to know how its done.

[@desleykakoulidisgallaway3382]

So I watched this extraordinary magic again and I think it gets better each time 😮 love the look on Teller’s face, even Penn trying to tone down the amazing experience he’s having had to be impressed 😅totally awesome

[@jamesrowe3706]

I've been rewatching this clip for years, including before it has to be reposted. I don't think there's ever been such a look of pure joy and surprise on Penn's face or a better happy-dance when they got fooled

[@ClaudioBOsorio]

woah this is so old there's not even a trophy, yet this guy keeps fooling them.. it should be your show by now

[@Steve-fe4lq]

He only fooled them twice. The third time, they were onto him.

[@puppergump4117]

@@Steve-fe4lq Shawn actually said they got most of their guesses wrong, but he went along with it anyways cause one was kinda close.

[@adzehrmantraut]

I can't stop coming back to watch this performance. Absolutely brilliant stuff Shawn!

[@bemusedindian8571]

Shawn is a true rock-star of magic. This and Kostya Kimlat (first routine) are tied for the first spot, IMHO.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

The Roadrunner Cull is just magical!

[@Artjoxas]

This guy is just adorable. I saw his more recent one first and then this one pops up. It cute seeing where hes grown from and what was a call back. He is just super charming.

[@TheAshley9697]

OMG I REMEMBER SEEING THIS WHEN IT FIRST GOT POSTED ON KZbin!!!!! Omg thank you! You’re absolutely incredible!!!!

[@lukeoakley6467]

This trick is simultaneously the most amazing trick I've ever seen and also the easiest to figure out (sorta) on rewatch. Great job

[@TheMygoran]

I took a lot of time, rewinded, repeated, followed details... I've caught something fishy, but the rest just blews my mind. Love it!

[@romitpoladiya1814]

Still one of my very few fav card tricks.. absolutely the best

[@BraceDeville]

I never tire of watching this bit. The way Teller's mouth was hanging open and Shawn's genuine happiness for fooling them was sublime.

[@DanielDarts82]

This is my Favourite trick to watch. Pens face is like a kids the 1st time they've seen a trick and I LOVED it.

[@EngeltheFallen]

Such a great presentation. You and Penn have such great chemistry together. All tree times you have been on the show have been hilarious. The fact you then tie them all together was pure genius.

[@johnnyw4life]

This is still the very best magic trick I’ve ever seen in my life. 😊

[@themikeeffect]

It has taken me literally years to finally see the move that Penn and Teller saw, and it’s only made me love the trick more. Seeing how amazingly clean and effortless the move was is just a testament to how good Shawn really is. I’ve watched that part back a dozen times now and it’s just amazing.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks

[@nickleinapickleofficial]

Penn’s reaction is the most priceless thing I’ve ever seen. He looks like someone who just watched their first magic trick.

[@tonyadigitalnorway1155]

I keep coming back to this performance and each time I'm equally amazed. Years ago I happened to be the close up camera tech when Shawn performed his "shape of my heart" routine at a magic convention on a Norwegian cruise ship and even though I was only a few metres away with a high resolution camera I could understand how he could manipulate those cards so buttery smooth. When he pointed to his mouth at the end of the trick, I raised the camera for the final shot and I almost dropped a very expensive broadcast Sony cam because I couldn't believe what I was looking at. During the trick in this perormance above, you can see Penn is watching every move like a hawk and as he said at the end, he saw the deck switch but getting the signed card in the new deck was insane. There are only two possible scenarios - either Shawn has sold his soul in exchange for superhuman skills or, well actually that's all I have . . . .

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks for the great memory... I have been to Norway a number of times... but I recall our night working together!

[@TheGameCommentator]

The deck switch is actually him switching from a deck of cards to the brand new sealed deck with 1 joker card on top to make it look like a full deck or cards. The deck has a slit in the bottom for him to slide in the card, which he then covers back up somehow. Then it's placed into penns hand and he removes the top card.

[@casaruto]

​@@TheGameCommentatorBut that doesnt explain how card in right place when they show it u cant slid card that precise.

[@swordofheaven855]

Thats what i tell my wife all the time lmao but anyway a beast perfomance cheers Shawn

[@ShawnFarquhar]

That's a funny line... glad you liked the performance.

[@marksherrick]

I have lost count of the number of times I have watched this trick, it is fabulous. Absolutely LOVE your stage presence as well, you appear so relaxed and appear to be having tons of fun.

[@Len_J_]

What a trick. Played it so cool. And right in front of Penn, using his own hands. Big balls sir. We salute you!

[@Officialqueso]

I’m not a magician but seeing this show so much I see everything I saw the deck switch, but how he got his card inside is beyond me. Great trick

[@TheGameCommentator]

The deck switch is actually him switching from a deck of cards to the brand new sealed deck with 1 joker card on top to make it look like a full deck or cards. The deck has a slit in the bottom for him to slide in the card, which he then covers back up somehow. Then it's placed into penns hand and he removes the top card.

[@DexTag]

One of the few tricks that stay in my memory and I actively search for to look back at.

[@dustinakadustin]

I've worked it out. It's clear to me that you possess unmatched skill and are incredibly adept at what you do. That's how you do it. Genuinely one of the best tricks I've seen.

[@dudleylandsberg1747]

How does he do it

[@doublepinger]

@@dudleylandsberg1747 This is a complete guess, but I think there are three swaps, pushing it off into read more: 1 2 3 4 5 One swap before Penn inserts the card. This can be done so the card can be inserted "face-up" into the proper place. Probably a swap in-between everything, so he can have time to wrap the deck. If he swapped while in someone's hands, that's obvious, and if he DIDN'T swap, he'd have to insert the card "through the seal" (the other end is usually a fold, which wouldn't let him insert in the middle. Third: Swap before inserting the deck into hands. The deck looks normal (you can see a double-backed logo in the video), but pretending to pull out the joker is a necessary step. It hides at least the top from sight. I think they knew part of it, as they they mention "we saw A move". They didn't see any more. Maybe it could be done with two swaps (I'm trying to think of how you'd get it unshuffled while hidden, swapping once after they insert, so you have time to wrap it for the second). That's part of why the guy goes through the conversation: 'if I did it how you think I would've, I could show you *a* sorted deck, but how about...'. That's why Penn was agreeing, right up until he was like "oh no, he got me"

[@88porpoise]

I have come back and watched this from time to time whenever I happen to be watching Fool Us. It is an absolute classic. It seems so simple and straightforward. There is very little flash and the patter feels very natural an unobtrusive. The sequence where you suggest outcomes to Penn, and his esxalating reactions to them, are just perfect. And, as you said to Wossy, most of it being in Penn's hands just puts it over the top.

[@danhaller4383]

Now I’m even madder than I was the first time I saw this trick, because like Penn and Teller, I can’t figure out the resealing of the deck. Now that I’ve seen your 3rd appearance, I’m mad because penn told you how it’s done, and I still don’t know how you did it!!! Good for you!!!

[@CH3FFI3]

I come back and watch this from time to time and it's purity remains delightful as ever.

[@pluradox]

This is so amazing I've seen this so many times sucks that KZbin took it down

[@marcellgonzalez5513]

“Oh that would be a fine trick” and his reaction after. Priceless.

[@DavidWilliams-nm5jv]

Shawn, I had the wonderful opportunity years ago to be on a cruise where you were performing - your last tour with that ship if I recall correctly, and was absolutely MESMERIZED by your performances. You're a master of the art, sir. Fool Us is easily my favorite show on TV because it both celebrates the craft of illusion, as well as gives amateur analysts like me at opportunity to try to break down a performance - then be filled with wonder at a display that we can't figure even the beginnings of how something could be done. Thank you for doing what you do, and I'll always treasure that dumb little signed DVD of yours that I so happily paid for all those years ago.

[@williamdagnall4149]

This was by far my favourite performance on Fool Us. It was so entertaining, jokes were perfectly timed, and ultimately fooled Pen and Teller. Absolutely amazing

[@ShawnFarquhar]

This was the first act ever filmed for the series. They had a made a pilot quite sometime before, but I was the first guy on the first day, so it was just an honour to be invited onto their stage.

[@fep_ptcp883]

@@ShawnFarquhar the very first? One of the most impressive acts of the show was the first one to be recorded? Now I'm even more amazed! I love this routine and admire the courage needed to do this in Penn's hands instead of Jonathan's

[@darioinfini]

This is one of my favorite tricks ever on this show. It comes to mind often as does Penn's reaction "Oh that would be a fine trick" haha. Nicely done sir.

[@patroast]

Just got home from your Hidden Wonders show. It was Amazing! Definitely recommending my friends and anyone who wants to have a great time. Thanks for the great memories, Shawn!

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thanks for coming out to play and hope to see you again one day.

[@LuisRdzG10]

Rumors said that Penn still doesn't know how the heck Shawn did that until this day in 2021

[@dansklrvids7303]

Every time I see this video, I shake my head at how well done it is. You can see a move here and there, but the magic is that none of those individual moves actually add up to the full effect. Amazing!

[@Skalf86]

This was the first magic trick in this show that made me go: "WOOOOOW". Great trick indeed! Still great and one of the best after so many years!

[@DeosPraetorian]

It was also the first trick of the show

[@Nupid_Stoob]

This may not be the most sophisticated trick on this show, but you are definitaly one of the more entertaining acts on fool us. your energy is just awesome to watch, jokes on point, really nice performance!

[@DannyKlimt]

Although it makes me feel old, I very much appreciate the reupload ;)

[@ShawnFarquhar]

I feel old looking at the young me!

[@llywyllngryffyn8053]

I have watched a LOT of Penn & Teller Fool Us and this is, by far, my favorite trick of them all.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

Thank you

[@mancunian4eva332]

Shawn is one of my all time favourite performers. Because he has such a laid back chilled personality his magic seems all the more special. Ive seen too many magicians who try and give the mean and moody exterior, for me magic is supposed to make people smile so when somebody as warm as Shawn does it, he adds another dimension to the illusion. Hope i can get to Canada one day to visit your theatre buddy.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

I hope you get to visit Hidden Wonders as well...

[@phreak811]

Man....I can see the deck switch and I KNOW you had to do some insane slight of hand with the card but for the life of me I can't figure out where it was done! Well done good sir! Still one of my favorite routines to go back and watch!

[@ceneblock]

This has always been my favorite trick done on the show and I love your personality. I had forgotten your name and wasn't even looking for magic tricks, but your season 3 appearance came across my recommend so I just had to subscribe.

[@ShawnFarquhar]

My name is easy to forget! Thanks for subscribing...

[@lifeasafanpodcast9529]

@@ShawnFarquhar aren't you that prince in the Shrek movies lord Farquhar

[@iconartDOTca]

I think the part when Penn says the "wow, that's fabulous" is probably all the trophy you need.

[@randychavezjr6050]

I've watched this so many times already and will watch it again 😁

[@leonpiccinin]

absolutely one of the best Penn reactions ever, nicely done Mr Shawn Farquhar ☯☯☯

[@dusted716]

5:01 the look on tellers face is perfect

[@Robertius]

On Penn's face?

[@Ggspoop]

I watched this as a kid, still amazes me to this day. Trick and delivery and charm and humor he got it all. Goated

[@jackherer7954]

The craziest part about the trick for me was getting the 7 in place. If it was a classic piece of spreading, it would be comparatively simple, but I'm pretty sure it was not. Obviously you practiced alot with index cards as a kid since playing cards are too expensive, and even though I really have no idea, I know that the way you used the skills you learned as a kid with those index cards has to be the most creative way I've ever seen. I don't mean just getting it in, but getting it in place, although just getting it in was nuts as well.

[@MarkCasey65]

He knows from the switched deck how many cards to count to slide the signed card in its correct place. That's the great part of the trick. Performing it under pressure with Penn watching close up is what makes it even more impressive.

[@lean2281]

​@jcasey6843 but the deck was in a box with seal

[@ImmortalPlayingCards]

Just an amazing performance!! It was such a pleasure to have a discussion with you on my KZbin channel. It was nice to know a little bit about the show behind the scenes 😎

[@ShawnFarquhar]

I had a blast chatting with you. For those that didn't see your video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmq1oJydatx5qpY

[@maulerXX]

Jonathan was so quick with that "That's what I tell my wife" line! He was starting to say it before Shawn even finished his sentence.

[@namnamkuragundoshke]

I love this act, watched it so many times by now still have no idea how it’s done, hehe