Vanishing powder magic is a type of illusion where a magician uses a special powder to make objects disappear. The magician presents the powder to the audience and then sprinkles it on the object he wants to vanish. As he sprinkles the powder, he utters magical words and waves his hand over the object. Miraculously, the object disappears into thin air, leaving the audience in awe and amazement. This type of magic trick requires skillful sleight of hand and a thorough understanding of misdirection. The magician must distract the audience's attention away from the object while he secretly removes it from sight.
Sixteen-time Grammy Award-winning gospel pioneer Kirk Franklin was at the center of controversy over the weekend after audio of him cursing at his adult son was leaked.
Sixteen-time Grammy Award-winning gospel pioneer Kirk Franklin was at the center of controversy over the weekend after audio of him cursing at his adult son was leaked. Following his apology, Franklin, who is a household name in gospel music, received several messages of support from his peers under his video apology.
The magician must distract the audience's attention away from the object while he secretly removes it from sight. The vanishing powder serves as a visual effect, creating the illusion that the object has literally vanished. The powder used in this type of magic trick is often made of a harmless substance, such as flash paper or confetti.
After Audio Leaked In Which Kirk Franklin Curses Out His Son, I Have to Ask, ‘Should Cursing Cancel You as a Christian/Gospel Artist?’
By now, I’m sure you’ve heard the explicit exchange between Gospel megastar Kirk Franklin, 51, and his estranged son Kerrion Franklin, 32. I first heard it on Saturday night, but because I was already preparing a pretty length post for the next day, I knew I would have to get to it at a later date. If you have not heard it, it is below…As I wrote above, it is explicit so if you are offended by hearing curse words, I suggest you not click on the IG post.
View this post on InstagramHowever, if do you want the gist of it without listening to it, here’s a summary of what was said…
“You need to get your skinny motherf**king a$$ back out the go**amn way before I put my foot in your a$$… I will break your neck! Don’t you ever disrespect me,” Kirk said.
“Did he just hang up the phone? ‘I’ll break your neck.’ Is that a threat?” said Kerrion.
Kerrion posted the exchange on his IG page. Along with the audio, he wrote, “This is why I’m done. No father should speak to their children like this.” He also posted more commentary that you can read in the IG post above.
Kirk has since responded to his son Kerrion posting this private conversation. See his IG post below.
View this post on InstagramSince then, despite what was said, many people have demonstrated their support for Kirk Franklin including Steve Harvey and Rickey Smiley. And I have to admit that I’m a fan of Kirk Franklin, and when I met him some years ago, I thought he was so nice. That being said, I’m going to try to be as objective and fair as I can.
First of all, I must say that Kerrion was wrong to secretly record his father and secondly, he was wrong to post what was obviously meant to be a private exchange between him and his father. I have to wonder if Kerrion somehow baited his father to get the reaction that he did knowing that he was recording him. And then as Kirk pointed out, he only posted a snippet of the exchange and not the full exchange which included Kirk reaching out the family therapist for help. In his apology video above, he said their relationship has been toxic for some time and based on what was said, that is obviously true. If Kerrion was going to post the exchange, he should have posted the whole exchange, not a snippet. And for the record, this is not the first time their toxic relationship has caused headlines. In 2018, Kerrion even said his father was trying to kill him. Read that HERE. In fact, I think I’ve even read at some point that his son suffers from a mental illness…Don’t get me to lying..but I feel like I’ve read that or heard that somewhere…I could be wrong though….
Now, that being said (written), let me get into this a bit deeper. Let me start off by stating that I’m not a parent. I’ve seen various Facebook posts from parents in which they said that children can take you there sometimes. I can only imagine, but I take them at their word. HOWEVER, Kirk was flowing with those curse words like it was a song that he had written and knew very well. If somebody in his inner circle said he regularly cursed, I wouldn’t be surprised.
The word says, “A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.” Luke 6:45
Essentially, what is in you comes out of you…
I’m not saying Kirk Franklin is evil, I’m saying that he sounds like cursing is a somewhat regular part of his vocabulary…
Additionally, in the word, it is stated, “Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be.” James 3:10
We all know that Kirk Franklin can shonuff praise God, but using the word “go**amn” is certainly a wrong use of God’s name.
Earlier in James 3, actually, the very first verse states that, “Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.” And the section of that chapter is about “taming the tongue.”
As a Gospel megastar with a worldwide platform, Kirk is subject to more scrutiny and rightfully so…
I’m not cancelling Kirk Franklin namely because I’m not a fan of the cancel culture…That being said, I hope he uses this revelation as a barometer to check himself. Does his persona in private match what he presents publicly. No one is perfect that is for sure. But even the everyday Christian without a platform should be demonstrably becoming more and more Christlike in their words and deeds. I have grown in some areas and some areas I have yet to grow. For some reason, I find myself arguing with people at the grocery store lately. I think it’s because it’s my only social outlet in the pandemic 🙁 But I have a mentor who has challenged me on these outbursts. We all need to people who can help us check ourselves before we wreck ourselves…
As Kirk asked for in his apology video, I will pray for him and his family. And I will keep praying for myself too…
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These materials burn quickly and produce a cloud of smoke or particles, creating a visual distraction that helps conceal the magician's actions. The magician carefully times the sprinkling of the powder with his hand movements and words, creating a seamless illusion of disappearance. One famous example of vanishing powder magic is the "vanishing handkerchief" trick. The magician takes a handkerchief and sprinkles the vanishing powder on it. As he waves his hand over the handkerchief, it seems to dissolve into thin air, leaving nothing behind. The magician can then make the handkerchief reappear in a different location or transform it into another object, further adding to the mystique of the trick. Vanishing powder magic requires meticulous practice and timing to create a seamless illusion. The magician must be skilled at misdirection and performing the trick without arousing suspicion. The use of props, such as a powder shaker or a special container, can help enhance the illusion and make the trick more convincing. Overall, vanishing powder magic is a captivating form of illusion that leaves spectators amazed and wondering how the magician made objects vanish. It requires skill, practice, and a touch of showmanship to create a truly magical experience..
Reviews for "The Magic of Vanishing Powder: How Illusionists Make Objects Disappear"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I found "Vanishing Powder Magic" to be quite underwhelming. The story lacked depth and the characters felt one-dimensional. The magical elements were poorly explained and left me feeling confused rather than intrigued. Additionally, the writing style was unengaging and failed to draw me into the story. Overall, I was disappointed and wouldn't recommend this book to fellow fantasy lovers.
2. Mark - 1 star - I have to say, "Vanishing Powder Magic" was a complete letdown for me. The plot was predictable and cliché, following the same tired formula of other fantasy novels. The characters were boring and lacked any real development. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it hard for me to connect with the story. Furthermore, the pacing was incredibly slow, and I found myself struggling to stay interested. I was hoping for a captivating magical adventure, but instead, I got a dull and uninspiring read.
3. Emily - 2.5 stars - While "Vanishing Powder Magic" had an interesting concept, the execution fell flat. The writing style was erratic and inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the story. The plot lacked coherence and didn't offer any surprising twists or turns. The characters were forgettable, and their motivations often felt forced or illogical. Overall, this book had potential, but it failed to deliver a captivating and well-crafted fantasy experience.
4. Jason - 2 stars - I found "Vanishing Powder Magic" to be quite underwhelming. The world-building was poorly executed, leaving me with more questions than answers. The magical system was confusing and poorly explained. The main characters were uninteresting and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to care about their journey. Additionally, the pacing was uneven, with long stretches of tedious scenes that added little to the overall plot. Overall, I was disappointed with this book, as it failed to live up to its potential as a captivating fantasy read.
5. Rebecca - 1 star - "Vanishing Powder Magic" was a huge disappointment for me. The prose was clunky and awkward, and the author seemed to rely on tired clichés and tropes. The story lacked originality and failed to grab my attention. The characters were shallow and lacked any real development, making them forgettable. Moreover, the plot was predictable and left me feeling bored and uninterested. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and well-written fantasy novel.