A mentalist whose act focused on psychological manipulation and reading the audience. The Fooler: Benjamin Barnes
The episode features four main acts ranging from card magic to mentalism. [S9E2] Sleight of Foot
A spectator (host Alyson Hannigan) shuffles a deck, and a card is eventually found in a highly impossible location—inside a sealed card box that had been signed and held by the spectator. A mentalist whose act focused on psychological manipulation
When Penn and Teller offered their theory, Barnes famously shut it down, leading to him receiving the "FU" trophy. Where to Watch You can find full episodes and clips on official platforms: Stream for free on The CW . Purchase or watch on Apple TV . Check for streaming availability on JustWatch . When Penn and Teller offered their theory, Barnes
The standout performer of the night. He performed a "fair card trick" routine that left Penn and Teller completely stumped.
A veteran magician who presented a classic style of performance.
Community analysis on Reddit suggests the trick relied on expert "palming" and a secret load into the box's cellophane sleeve while the spectator was distracted by camera cuts or movement.