Matthew Teague on Penn & Teller: Fool Us: Season 8, Episode 5: Teller Gets Whacked!

[@fletcherbrown728]

The guest shows humility, gives credit to others and honors his mother. Once again, Penn also shows us his respect for others - we can all learn a lot from these two fine men, treating everyone with such heartfelt respect. That is the real magic.

[@bryanlaurie5298]

Very well said. I love your positive message

[@randyporter3491]

I'm not sure that comment can be improved on. Beautifully said and exactly right.

[@unclejeffmagicnsong7397]

Yes …..indeed

[@michaelfox2433]

I honestly think impressing them with your skill is as good as fooling them, and he certainly accomplished that.

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

@@michaelfox2433 Without a doubt. He is a master magician and I wish him all the best for being a wonderful human in spite of his life circumstances.

[@DC_ABC_123]

I'm glad that artists like Teague don't get hung up on the premise of the show. They just go out there and perform their art. Absolutely beautiful stuff.

[@vpgclassic]

One of the most beautiful coin routines I've seen on the show. Great job Matthew.

[@RMatthewTeague]

Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@ryanhudson4749]

Absolutely amazing job

[@dallaswoiken7533]

That was amazing, great job

[@collingalanos1783]

I concur. It was seamlessly accomplished and Matthew is so smooth with his routine. Love it! 👍👍

[@gernotg8480]

@@RMatthewTeague Dear Matthew please help me. Please

[@ejej6934]

I think one of the nicest things about P&T's FU is that it's a great career boost for talented magicians. This is one where the magician knew there was no way he would fool them, but he got a showcase to demonstrate his top-notch skills and stage presence. He's got a great personality and would be so enjoyable to watch in person. Thumbs up, definitely!

[@henrytawnn8694]

Not only do they gain some recognition from being on the show, but when these amazing acts, whether they fool Penn and Teller or not, just posting their part on their KZbin channels gives them even more recognition. It can be a huge boost just being on the show.

[@MichaelEatonMagic]

As someone who received emails from one of the talent coordinators, I can tell you first hand that the very first thing they mentioned was "The show isn't about just fooling P&T but celebrating great magic and letting the world see the diversity of magicians out there." I sadly could not go on the show due to scheduling conflicts ( I got married when they were filming season 2) but have many friends that have been on and yes...this is a GREAT show that helps expose the world to some of the best magicians around!

[@toshiyukisuzuki7610]

More than the amazing magic, it is this man's humility and sincere heart to give credit where credit is due that made this act truly amazing and heart-warming at the same time. You did your mom proud, sir!

[@unclejeffmagicnsong7397]

Yes flawless

[@zedalba]

Dude has the temperament, experience, and industrious nature that would make him a great mentor for at-risk youth. Great job Matthew.

[@sethchapman8001]

Seriously the smoothest version of that routine that I have ever seen, absolutely flawless. Congratulations on your Fool Us appearance!

[@miscellaneousb]

The only magician on the show who made me cry. This man had an angel on earth as a mother. I hope this showcase helped propel him to bigger things.

[@cloudglider]

I'm not sure if I've ever seen magic that made me feel calmer. Usually performers build up tension to amaze audiences, but watching you do your thing was like taking in a magical landscape.

[@ryanoimoen9142]

I grew up with Matt. It is amazing to see how much you have grown in this magic world. I remember you working on tricks and blowing our minds as kids. Congrats brother.

[@JustbeSnq]

It makes me so happy to see you're still doing magic. I remember you doing tricks for my sister and I back when the Dry Bean was open! ❤️✨

[@timo4938]

I've watched this at least a dozen times and I can't get over how perfect, beautiful, and magical the music is. Wonderfully presented!

[@bagames7473]

Wow... What a beautiful magic... So clean

[@bridgetsummerfield9283]

Matthew my mom just shared this to our Girls Weekend group and we are ALL SO PROUD OF YOU!!!! You have always been, hands down, the part of our casino trip we looked forward to the most!!! Love you so very much and amazing job as always!!!

[@alejandrogilrodriguez3941]

Finally a coin magician!!! That was f***ing beautiful! Amazing! Wonderful! 👏🏻 Congratulations!!! What a great peace of art!!! Gotta love coin magic.

[@mistrgiggls2554]

The wholesomeness of this dude is something I wish I had.

[@studlyhungwell]

He is the model of how a performer should be. So dignified and so much class. I hope he finds a lot of success.

[@janelorenzen3770]

So lovely to see your love for your mother and see those pictures of her. She was one of my best friends in college. I’m thinking of her and missing her especially hard today.

[@davidwalter2002]

Matthew, you didn't fool them, but you certainly earned their respect. A beautifully done routine, and the blessing of Penn & Teller. Much continued success to you.

[@Nethezbet]

Awesome job! I know the rules and knew you couldn't "win" with that routine, but I'm glad you were able to get out there and do such magnificent work, not just for the exposure that can help your career, but also for the remembrance of your loved ones.

[@drakonyanazkar]

I could figure out one or two things during the trick, but the whole presentation was just the kind of stuff I like. It was simple, elegant, captivating and very humble. When an act is too "full of itself" or uses a lot of weird props, we know it's all silly misdirection. Here the trick is exactly what we should be looking at. It happens in front of our eyes. There is no stalling, there is no filling with absurd details just to make a simple trick feel longer. It's just very beautiful and it's all there. I absolutely loved it.

[@mmills8989]

The confidence and poise your showed on stage is a wonderful way to honor your mother. It shows how amazing of a son she raised! Your act was incredible!

[@mmills8989]

Wow! Such a quick response! Just finished the video and I was left amazed! Wonderful act! 👏👏👏

[@AmfistomosAtlas]

Man! Humble, modest and eloquent! Oh and... amazing trick! Respect

[@philips3825]

Doubled checked, and yep, my original comment dated back 6 months ago. Thank you KZbin algorithm for bringing this amazing performance back into my feed, to be mesmerized once again for pure art and flow. Bravo sir. Your craft is so incredibly beautiful.

[@vampshade]

The humility on display was also wonderfully magical. Incredible routine.

[@timmack2415]

This just became my favorite P &T routine. I know quite a bit about magic, but that's like saying that I know quite a bit about guitar, but because I do, I'm always in awe watching Hendrix play. This is just beautiful and oozes with passion and talent.

[@Mysterie]

If there is one thing that I truly love, it's coin routines being pulled off so effectively, and yours I've got to say is one of the best I had ever seen in my life. I'm stuck in the hospital at the moment after a pretty serious brain surgery but man am I happy that I got sent this recommendation cause you are just amazing!

[@seedsoflove7684]

Hope u are recovering.

[@FritsvanDoorn]

Greetings from the Netherlands. You fooled me. Thank you. I loved it.

[@ryanhudson4749]

Losing your mother ain't no joke. Some people never recover. I hope you find peace Matthew 🤜🏽🤛🏿

[@MsCaro79]

Very true, especially when at a young age and you didn't get to talk about so many things you would have still liked to.

[@ryanhudson4749]

@@MsCaro79 My mother passed away at 90. I was 30. Ages don't matter when you lose your mother. Nothing matters at that point.

[@MsCaro79]

@@ryanhudson4749 very true.

[@jean-yves-montfort]

I never saw something like this. This is incredible. Magic.

[@robbyfiveboy4862]

Im seriously floored by this man and this magician. BRAVO.

[@tapabratachakraborty8071]

Such simplicity, it was beautiful to watch. ❤️

[@beaux2585]

Incredible performance with coins, as smooth and flawless as anything I have ever seen. What an amazing artistic show, Matthew.

[@ellfangor8]

Excellently done trick. Just absolutely smooth sleight of hand. I'll admit that when I saw the trick in question, I didn't expect you to fool em, but you certainly did fool me.

[@derekbarnes1713]

So genuine and kind, you’re definitely passionate about what you do and you performed that brilliantly. Great job man.

[@elisemiller13]

I'm grateful in this crazy world, that people with a open heart of gold and sound mind are around. You humbly and beutifully do what you do. So glad for your thriving career. I wish you great well being. I to have lost my mother...but I'm sure they are looking down on us with love and surely yours is proud of you Matthew Teague. It occurs to me as well, you don't often know who you have or will influence for the good along your path. May the delight you bring others come back exponentially to reach your heart

[@Valtrach]

Happy I checked the net today, what a show!!! You rock man!

[@makidoko]

Yes the routine is absolutely beautiful. The purity of simplicity, the smoothness of elegance. Really nice. That simplicity is what we often miss. A masterclass in presentation !

[@kasashiedo2286]

Best sleight of hand I've ever seen. I've seen that trick before but the way you did was way smoother and cleaner

[@ELFCloudGamer]

Beautiful. You're lucky to have had such an amazing mother. You grew up into a great person and did her proud.

[@chialor1945]

It's you! I was at a small casino in Wisconsin once playing blackjack because I'm a hardcore card counter lol. You did a bending quarter trick on me on the casino floor! Never thought I'd see you again! Small world!

[@dailybusiness8162]

Well done, and so hearty. Best wishes from Germany 👏

[@tk20channel]

Wow, what a beautiful performance! I don't know a lot about how these coin matrix routines are done, and quite frankly, I don't want to know. It's better to just enjoy, which I did! Highest praises to you and best of luck in all you do! You are an inspiration to do many and a wonderful reflection of the mom who raised you. Bravo!

[@VersusMadrid]

Beautiful and wholesome. Both you and P&T are so gracious, it was an absolute joy to watch this.

[@nitedk]

This was amazing to watch! Is it pure sleight of hand or are there some black arts involved?

[@onedeadsaint]

silky smooth! beautiful performance!✌️

[@ericcadwell5193]

Smooth as anything I've ever seen! Here's some Wisconsin love, coming at ya!

[@oopswrongplanet4964]

As with ballet or basketball, knowing how it's done only makes watching a great performance even more enjoyable. Well done!

[@IQ-Gameplay]

The execution of this routine was absolutely flawless, and the speed at which you did it made it look truly magical. And to do it with one hand is just even more incredible. I'm sitting here stunned. Easily the best version of this routine I have ever seen (sorry Ryan Hayashi). Big respect and props to you man, keep doing your thing and spreading good in the world ❤️

[@RMatthewTeague]

Thank you!!!

[@lucianseekinglove]

You are a very skilled magician, Mr. Teague. God bless you and God bless your wonderful mom! I'm sure she's watching from Paradise over you.

[@TheJovan211]

Went out there, performed amazingly and yet so humble! I think everyone must love you! I've never seen coin magic done so smoothly! Really outstanding performance! 👏

[@nightshade7240]

Beautiful routine, very very clean and I liked the small flourishes. Just because you know how a trick works, doesn't take away the magic. Sometimes it's easier to watch because of it. The simplicity was stunning and like Penn said, the fact you didn't sit behind a table but put it all out front, superb choice, lovely magic. Your mother and David Roth would be so proud of your routine.

[@schmohawk777]

I’ve seen this magic performed by lots of other magicians, but this is by far the best performance I have ever seen. All the best :)

[@christer667]

knowing whats going on just makes this more beautiful. amazingly done!

[@TheComedyAndMagic]

Matthew is a legend and one of my favorite magicians!!

[@RMatthewTeague]

You have been an incredibly positive influence in my life. Our friendship is priceless to me. Thanks for everything Ben!

[@RMatthewTeague]

Ben, you have been an incredibly positive influence in my life. Our friendship is priceless to me. Thanks for everything!

[@TheComedyAndMagic]

@@RMatthewTeague you know it buddy. The feeling is mutual. Kudos on the great spot!!

[@piepo5002]

This was perfect! So much respect for you, how much time and dedication you put into this and now share it with the world. Thank you!

[@kaliver517]

absolutely beautiful. no pretensions, just wonderful craftmanship at the highest level.

[@PeterWood]

So, so good. Big congrats, and hope I get a chance to watch you work in person sometime!

[@SkyeRangerNick]

I love this sort of magic so much.

[@markinnes4264]

Beautiful work, Matthew! They loved you! Close up magic is the best kind...since it's 100% skill and artistry.

[@LiteralGiraffe]

This has to be some of, if not the most impressive slight of hand I’ve ever seen. Incredibly well done man!

[@wilsonseto1]

I don't know what was more beautiful, his story or his art

[@edster612]

That routine was so smooth. Just brilliant.

[@ZagND]

Great performance and a very inspiring story! Thank you a lot!

[@concrete_3vidence]

Wow, this is definately one of the best I have seen on this show!

[@bentaylor4203]

Beautiful routine! Your calm yet confident personality is a pleasant change from the typical magician hype and patter.

[@kryskilgannon]

Just absolutely gorgeous, and the flow to the tempo of the music bed chosen truly makes this a beautiful act.

[@chelseataylor5244]

Stunning. And such a calming loving spirit he exudes. Great magician and seems to be a great human being as well!

[@julievanderleest]

Your trick was just wonderfully done. Your story and kindness is just admirable. I just loved watching you.

[@cftvdata]

So cool, man. I was touched by what you said about your mom - I'm in school to become a social worker and hopefully can live up to her standard! The routine itself is so beautiful. Loved every second of the video.

[@MarkOfArgyll]

That was smooth as butter, man. Silky smooth.

[@retnuh3k]

just found this video. What a performance. So smooth and eloquent. Well done Matthew. Well done.

[@medavid16]

Should’ve just given him a trophy for being an awesome human being

[@mrpresidentbarry]

Oh, my goodness, bro.😞…didn’t know David passed away…heartbreaking news😩😭😭😭, but am sure he *saw*, and luv’d your act…& smiling down, as well!😇 I’ve seen a ‘lot’ over the years, but highly-doubt anything/any one BETTER than you, Matthew…simply MAGNIFICENT…’No Words’ Grrrrrrreatness, and keep up the good work…a STAR is HERE, everybody!!!😌😃😎😬👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@SpyroTheEternalNight]

man, your backstory is so inspiring. coming back from all this... i was gonna say "hardship" but that feels like an understatement. but building a successful life out of that, and then just absolutely blowing our minds with that trick yet. dude. seriously. thank YOU for sharing all this with us.

[@skeltonpitts7121]

Smooth, crisp, precise. Nailed it.

[@joewas2225]

WOW. That's the best version of that trick I've seen. I'm in Wisconsin & I've never heard of you. I'd pay to see this trick alone. I rarely ever say that. You & Shin Lim are like the rare ones I would pay to see. Just WOW.

[@etmasikewo]

Your story is inspiring. I don't know why but I feel respect for you. Those moves were so so impressive. You deserved all those compliments from Penn.

[@grimreaper3972]

ok matthew i have to say this man. ive seen this trick done idk how many times. an i have never seen someone do it as good as you have. amazing trick man

[@justforepic]

so freakin smooth oh my god. probably the best coin magic I've seen

[@CindyWin]

I loved this guy's humbleness!

[@Donquity]

Great stuff, wonderful attitude. Look forward to see you again!

[@safescubadivingwithanis]

That was awesome...keep it up...would love to see more of your work

[@MrNtlman]

This is one of those routines that just feels like magic. It’s so fun and cool to watch

[@microchannel377]

Cool tricks. Great personality and simple direct information about background and history. You've got a lot going for you. I think you also have inspired many struggling young people to keep their goals clean, just by showing up to Penn and Teller with your personal story. I could really see you giving a Ted Talk if you haven't done so already. Everyone will love you.

[@jeffhoward9186]

Just a beautiful performance. Thank you for sharing it and your gift!!!

[@pixeldeath5846]

This is truly a beautiful performance.

[@BunsenMusic]

Absolutely beautiful coin matrix. Smooth as butter!!

[@oliverhughes610]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@TheHookBoy]

I’m glad this is on your channel because whether I know how the trick is done or not (which I don’t), your story, demeanor, and humble nature evoked an emotional response that’s rare from someone like me who kills certain emotions.

[@Erockthemdrums]

WOW!!! Awesome job. So smooth and paced well with the music. You should be proud!! 👏

[@untilvalhalla13]

I think that was called the coin matrix? I've seen a few people do it with cards, but this was just smooth. Clean and flawless.

[@AxellchavezZ]

What a charming guy, and his art is beautiful 🤩

[@setamonkeytoy]

What a lovely guy, and Jesus wept that was the smoothest matrix I've ever seen. That was ballet, absolutely gorgeous. I love when magicians turn skill into beauty, rather than bravado and tinsel, and you achieved that in spades!

[@seventeenraccoonsinatrenchcoat]

so smooth, difficult if not impossible to catch even frame by frame

[@JuanPablodelaTorre]

This looks like actual magic. Absolutely mesmerizing!

[@8o8inSquares]

I loved it! Very beautiful man! Keep up the good work!

[@Mirabad]

Dude....just wow. Amazing act. So well done. Also, I know how you did. It. You clearly know actual magic.

[@PuckDudesHockey]

A true inspiration to others... thank you so much!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Magical art!

[@seiyuokamihimura5082]

Yo nigel!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

@@seiyuokamihimura5082 Yo!