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The world of paranormal studies owes a debt to Houdini as perhaps THE frontier skeptic investigator and yes, debunker into the claims of the supernatural, as Mr. Weiss was an avid attendee of seances and routinely exposed fraudulent mediums, fortune tellers and explained away many "ghostly" happenings.

Contemporary magicians since Houdini have maintained his tradition, most notably the Amazing Randi and Penn and Teller.

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Exhibit delves into life of Houdini

Handcuffs, shackles, a torture chamber and straitjacket used by renowned escape artist Harry Houdini are part of a major exhibit in New York that delves into the life and legend of the world famous magician. Ref. Source 4

Houdini Paranormal & Mystics Dreams Studies

Was Houdini more of an illusionist, magician or just a really good engineer? He was good at what he did, but why hasn't there been others to replace him?

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Are the others that followed him dong different things ?

I'm not sure but does Chris Angel do the same sort of thing ?

Not saying you are wrong but they can do the same kind of trick and escapisim now cant they ?

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For me Houdini was willing to take a risk. Chris Angle says that some of these tricks involve certain risks. Everything has to go exactly right or you will either be hurt badly or worst, dead.