In The Name of Bob by Reese Goodley

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Inspired by the legendary Cassidy, this download is a tribute to his influence on my mentalism journey.

Effect: The performer begins by sharing a premonition about meeting the participant on this specific day, backed by a compelling prediction.

The participant receives a mobile phone displaying last year’s diary, which lists names of individuals the performer encountered. It’s explained that some dates are intentionally left blank.

As the participant browses the diary, they confirm that each name is unique and are directed to their birthday. If their birth date falls on an empty slot, they can invent any name.

Upon reaching their birthday, they verify that all names on that page are distinct.

They then announce the name of the individual the performer met on their birthday: “Neil.”

The performer reveals a prediction made at the start of the performance, stating, “On your birthday last year, I visited Neil,” demonstrating foresight into the participant’s choice.

Key Features:

• The participant can select any date, and the prediction is accurate every time.
• Predictions can be either physical or stored on the mobile phone, eliminating the need for additional props.
• Versatile enough to include names, playing cards, locations, and drawings.
• Comprehensive instructions for creating custom categories using provided templates.
• This effect is self-working, ready for immediate performance without requiring an app—just pre-made diaries.
• Ideal for delivering a quick, impactful mentalism effect that requires no mental effort; your phone handles everything.