Tricks of the Mind by Derren Brown is part memoir, part masterclass in mentalism, and part sceptic’s manifesto. Blending autobiography with practical techniques, Brown takes you behind the scenes of his mind-bending illusions, teaching memory hacks, body language reading, hypnosis basics, and how to spot pseudoscience and manipulation.

This episode unpacks how Brown leverages psychology, suggestion, misdirection, and showmanship to create the illusion of psychic powers. But this isn’t just about magic tricks. He also explores self-deception, the power of belief, and why we’re all more influenceable than we think. With wit and intellectual rigour, Brown encourages critical thinking and gives listeners a toolkit for navigating a world full of false promises and clever charlatans.

Tune in to discover how your brain can be fooled, and how you can take back control.