Teller on Secrets

Studio 360

Kurt Andersen and special guest Teller, half of the magic and comedy team Penn & Teller, talk about the artistic urge to create, keep, and reveal secrets.For the last 25 years, with his comedy and magic partner Penn Jillette, Teller has been the team’s silent foil. He never talks during performances and often endures extreme and dangerous conditions to execute the pair’s signature tricks and stunts.

(Originally aired: July 21, 2001)

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