Companionage by Dr. Bill Cushman

“Companionage is a term from medieval France that describes a pivotal phase in a person’s life when formal education concludes, and knowledge is exchanged directly between craftsmen. During this time, individuals would travel across Europe, residing in various towns for a period.

For instance, a traveling blacksmith would stay with the local blacksmith to learn and share techniques. This exchange allowed each blacksmith to master their craft, return home, establish their own shop, and welcome ‘companions’—other traveling blacksmiths eager to learn and share.”

Thus begins Enrique Enriquez’s introduction to Companionage, a remarkable compilation of effects and essays created to support Dr. Bill Cushman during his recovery from illness and surgery.

Assembled by Luke Shield and hosted on Imentalism, Companionage has been a labor of love, especially as Dr. Bill faced ongoing health challenges. This 230-page volume features contributions from some of the most esteemed names in mentalism:

• FOREWORD – Enrique Enriquez

• INTRODUCTION – Luke Shield

• THANK YOU – Bill Cushman

• SCISSORS PAPER STONE – Julian ‘Bev’ Moore

• BERNSTEIN’S BET – Bruce Bernstein

• CALL-CULATOR – Deddy Corbuzier

• HUN-DUN UNDONE – Christopher Taylor

• PURE – Andrew Gerard

• A DIFFERENT MIRRORING – Kenton Knepper

• PURE DEVILMENT – Peter Duffie

• LORD OF THE DANCE – Tony Iacoviello

• INNER EYE – Nick Morton

• PHOTOREALISM – Joshua Quinn

• FIRST CONTACT – WHAT TO SAY AFTER HELLO – Millard Longman

• GHOST IMAGE – Larry Becker

• THE POWER OF NEGATIVE THINKING & OTHER CURMUDGEONLY THOUGHTS – John Riggs

• REFLECTION ON A CHALLENGE – Patrick Kuffs

• IT’S NOT THE BIKE – Chuck Hickock

• PERFORMING MENTALISM IS A RISKY BUSINESS! – Chuck Hickock

• INTRODUCING YOURSELF EFFECTIVELY – Chuck Hickock

• INVISIBLE PROPS & BELIEVABILITY – Chuck Hickock

• WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A MORE SUCCESSFUL MENTALIST? – Chuck Hickock

• MY DISCLAIMER – Chuck Hickock

• THREE SHORT & SWEET – Greg Arce

• PORTABLE SPIRIT WRITING SYSTEM – Rich Henessey

• LIAR – Christopher Taylor

• CORBUZIER’S FREESTYLE ROUTINE – Deddy Corbuzier

• THREE STEPS TOWARD CONSCIOUSNESS – Ron Martin

• SCISSORS PAPER STOOGE – Julian ‘Bev’ Moore

• ENERGETIC WAVE & THINNER – Jerome Finley

• THE ONE & ONLY ‘NO CHAIR’ CHAIR ROUTINE – Will Tsai

• FREE CALL – Deddy Corbuzier

• VIEW TO A SKILL – John Bannon

• HEAD & SHOULDERS – Sean Waters

• A SOUND PHONE CALL FOR PHONY CHANGE – Patrick Redford

This collection features 8 essays and 24 effects that encompass the full spectrum of mentalism, crafted by the brightest minds in the field. The thought of Companionage fading into obscurity is simply unthinkable.

While some material has been previously published, much of it appears here for the first time, offering impromptu marvels suitable for any audience, alongside impactful close-up and stage performances.

Essays provide essential insights into creating a compelling performance and effectively marketing yourself. Additionally, there’s a fully scripted lecture on consciousness-raising applicable to various settings.

Originally released in 2009, Companionage garnered enthusiastic acclaim. Order your copy today and discover the magic within!