Magic Moment #2

American University professor performed a magic trick for his students. He said magic is a metaphor for life.  

Comm 200’s Kirsten Klohr reports.  

Professor Gordemer, also known as the Sort-of-Amazing-Barry, compared expectations in life to a balloon in a magic trick.

He said everyone has hopes and dreams.

But sometimes, someone comes along who wants to pop your balloon.

One of his students, Chloe DeChellis, blew up a balloon for him.

Gordemer dragged out the anticipation of poking a needle through the balloon.

DeChellis said:

Gordemer said the magical phrase:

 

But the needle went right through without popping the balloon.

Gordemer has performed at the White House, Fox Television, and birthday parties.

He said no matter whom his audience is, he likes to end his shows with this trick.
When he finished the trick Gordemer said:

 

For Comm 200 News, I’m Kirsten Klohr.