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Penn Jillette is a magician, juggler, comedian, musician, inventor, actor, filmmaker, television personality and best-selling author known for his work with fellow magician Teller, as half of the team Penn & Teller. Jillette serves as the act's orator.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
Tony Award Winner and 4-Time Grammy Award Nominee
Recording Artist
2-Time Grammy Award Nominee
Multi-Platinum Producer
Penn Jillette | |
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 Jillette speaking at the Young Americans for Liberty National Convention in 2016 | |
| Born | Penn Fraser Jillette March 5, 1955 Greenfield, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College |
| Occupation | Magician, actor, author, musician, inventor, television presenter |
| Years active | 1974–present |
| Known for | Half of the comedy magic duo known as Penn & Teller |
| Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Spouse(s) | Emily Zolten Jillette |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | pennandteller |
| Notes | |
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