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Part 1: Penn Jillette on Being an Atheist Like DJ Vlad, Reacts to Millyz & Vlad's Debate About God
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Magician Penn Jillette, renowned for his work in the duo Penn & Teller, shared insights into his initial disdain for magic. Jillette recounted how, as a high schooler, he was troubled by magic's exclusivity and the deception it entailed. Jillette expressed discomfort with how magic often built barriers rather than connections. His perspective shifted after meeting James Randi, a prominent skeptic, who taught him magic could be performed honestly. Jillette admired Randi's approach of being an "honest liar" and the concept that magic was a playful study of epistemology. Through Randi and his collaboration with Teller, Jillette reshaped his understanding of magic, focusing on intellectual engagement and treating the audience with respect.
