Beste Antiques podcaster (2025)

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Kissing Balls 32:28

6d ago32:28

32:28

Our most blasphemous episode yet! Learn all about the Christmas mistletoe decorating tradition that is definitely Victorian, probably Georgian, and almost certainly not medieval.Av Antiques Freaks

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Encore: The Most Valuable Reindeer of All 38:50

8d ago38:50

38:50

Can you put a price on Christmas? Years after a visit to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, Santa and Rudolph original puppets from the beloved 1964 stop-motion-animation holiday special Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer made their way to the auction block. Join host Adam Monahan as he uncovers the story of the puppet’s discovery and restoration, the bidding su…

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Antiques Fraud: Gone with the Wind Lamps 34:34

13d ago34:34

34:34

An alternative to the more practical kerosene hurricane lamps—and more properly called parlour lamps or chamber lamps—it’ll take more than a stiff breeze to knock these 19th century marvels over. But what are they, really? And where did they come from? Who sent them? What do they want? Plus, Dee’s true feelings on Fenton.…

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Ch. 53 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 26:24

20d ago26:24

26:24

Our friends Abracadaniel and Jon (from our Magic: the Gathering episode!) rejoin us for a thrilling chapter which the author claims will contain THE DESTRUCTION OF SIR FRANCIS VARNEY'S HOUSE BY FIRE. —THE ARRIVAL OF THE MILITARY, AND A SECOND MOB. Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original…

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Encore: A Soldier for Sale 31:54

22d ago31:54

31:54

The legendary comedic duo Laurel & Hardy have a very dedicated fanbase. But will a relic toy soldier from their 1934 film, Babes in Toyland, have the owner laughing all the way to the bank? We follow one soldier’s march from appraisal to the auction block, to find out what it’s really worth. Along the way Adam crashes a meeting of the international…

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Kit-Cat Clocks 20:06

27d ago20:06

20:06

The tail twitches and the eyes slide side-to-side as time slips by… Join us for a dip into the wild and wonderful world of mid-century kitsch with Kit-Cat Clocks!Av Antiques Freaks

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Ch. 52 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 34:45

1M ago34:45

34:45

Our friend Tarra (who is definitely not a vampire) returns to tackle the fifty-second chapter of Varney the Vampire, wherein the chapter title promises The Interview Between the Mob and Sir Francis Varney, the Mysterious Disappearance, and the Wine Cellars. Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like th…

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Encore: David and the Two Lamps 25:50

1M ago25:50

25:50

A pair of Tiffany lamps go missing years after appearing on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow. Just how far would someone go to get their hands on these lamps? And just how far would someone else go to get them back? DETOURS host Adam Monahan talks to those close to the story including the private investigator who ultimately cracked the case.…

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The College Freshman’s Don't Book (1910) 26:55

1M ago26:55

26:55

How does advice to incoming university students fare after over a hundred years? (Content Warning for irreverent discussion of historical hazing deaths.)Av Antiques Freaks

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Wade Whimsies 36:08

2M ago36:08

36:08

“Furthermore, the circus strongman must be destroyed.” - Cato the Elder, probably.Av Antiques Freaks

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Encore: That Time the FBI Called 24:40

2M ago24:40

24:40

Photographs of Edgar Allan Poe are incredibly rare. The famed writer sat for portraits only a few times, resulting in eight unique images, known as daguerreotypes. When one appeared on the TV show in Omaha, NE it seemed too good to be true. Then the FBI called. It’s a tale never shared before on TV. And but for this podcast may be shared nevermore.…

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Ch. 51 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 11:28

2M ago11:28

11:28

The attack upon the vampyre's house, the story of the attack, the forcing of the doors, and the struggle! Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian audience would do for the authentic 1840s coffeehouse experience. To instantly unlock over a hundred more chapters (literally), che…

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Micro Machines 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

Maximize your car-per-car with our macro episode on Micro Machines!Av Antiques Freaks

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Encore: The King of Fakes Gets Faked 33:40

2M ago33:40

33:40

In 2013, GBH’s Antiques Roadshow appraiser John Buxton met a guest claiming to have an ancient Mayan carving. Buxton’s gut said this was a fake but the guest had paperwork proving otherwise. Is it possible Buxton’s instinct was right all along? DETOURS host Adam dives into the deceitful world of forged artifacts, following a story that still eludes…

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The Marital Rating Scale - Wife Edition (1930) 27:38

2M ago27:38

27:38

What did it take to be a good wife by the standards of 1930s America, as set forth by George W. Crane (Ph.D., M.D.), cofounder of the Scientific Marriage Foundation? Does an Antiques Freak pass the test? Tune in to find out! (And thanks to Sahrall on the Patron exclusive Antiques Freaks Friends Discord for the full and complete quiz!)…

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Ch. 50 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 13:10

3M ago13:10

13:10

A cunning plan is crafted and foiled in this, the fiftieth chapter of Varney the Vampire! Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian audience would do for the authentic 1840s coffeehouse experience. To instantly unlock over a hundred more chapters (literally), check out our Patre…

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Encore: Skippy the Hero Dog 21:12

3M ago21:12

21:12

Calling all dog lovers and true-crime aficionados! In 2022 Linda brought a chipped, cracked, and stained ceramic plate featuring the portrait of a long-ago dog to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Santa Fe, NM. But why would the story around this unassuming item soon ignite controversy among appraisers as to the plate’s true worth? Join host Adam Monahan …

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Mason Jars and Ball Jars 44:37

3M ago44:37

44:37

Not just for hipster cold brew. Not just for farmhouse chic. There is so much more to Mason and the Ball Brothers. Tune in to learn all.Av Antiques Freaks

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Ch. 49 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 30:49

3M ago30:49

30:49

Our friend Olivia rejoins us for another thrilling chapter of Varney the Vampire! Check out Olivia's short speculative fiction, novels, and essays at ofcieri.com Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian audience would do for the authentic 1840s coffeehouse experience. To instan…

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Encore: Six Touchdowns and a Song 22:07

3M ago22:07

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In 1965, Gale Sayers was the first-round draft pick for the Chicago Bears, kicking off a history-making NFL career. 41 years later, a bloody, torn up jersey worn by Sayers appears on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow after narrowly being saved from a fate as a cleaning rag. What follows is an epic TV appraisal that leads to a surprise at the auction block. J…

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Cocaine Wine and Bovril with the Pope 38:14

3M ago38:14

38:14

Just a quick lil dip into the history of Victorian medicine. What could go wrong?Av Antiques Freaks

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The Marital Rating Scale - Husband Edition (1930s) 39:40

3M ago39:40

39:40

What did it take to be a good husband by the standards of 1930s America, as set forth by George W. Crane (Ph.D., M.D.), cofounder of the Scientific Marriage Foundation? Does an Antiques Freak pass the test? Tune in to find out! (And thanks to Sahrall on the Patron exclusive Antiques Freaks Friends Discord for finding the full and complete quiz!)…

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On Top of the World 22:59

4M ago22:59

22:59

Maps show us the world. These wayfinding wonders show us how people think about the world, and sometimes they make us think about the world differently. When a map from 1700 worth thousands of dollars and showing a very different world view came to ANTIQUES ROADSHOW’s 2023 event in Sturbridge, MA, it raised the question – on modern maps, why is nor…

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Ch. 48 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 52:31

4M ago52:31

52:31

Our friend James Wake returns to tackle yet another chapter in the hefty tome of Varney the Vampire - The Stake and the Dead Body. Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian working class audience would do for the authentic 1840s coffeehouse experience. To instantly unlock over a…

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Enamelware 26:59

4M ago26:59

26:59

Enamel where? Enamel here! This week we renew our feud with Martha Stewart and discuss everything there is to know about this trendy and oft-reproduced form of metal and glass design.Av Antiques Freaks

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Standing the Test of Time 26:02

4M ago26:02

26:02

When a large equine statue first appeared at ANTIQUES ROADSHOW in 1997, Asian Arts expert Lark Mason was suspicious if it was truly an authentic relic from China’s Tang Dynasty or if he was dealing with a horse of a different color. There was only one way to know for sure if this U.S. Air Force pilot's 1950 purchase was authentic. Would the piece p…

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Labubus 42:14

4M ago42:14

42:14

Listen. We’re all aware that we as a society really whiffed it on Funko Pops. And Beanie Babies. And tulip bulbs. But surely, surely this time is different! Surely this is the collectible that doubles as a safe investment opportunity! Surely this designer art toy turned commercialized customization machine is just as good as cash in my mattress! Su…

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Ch. 47 - Varney the Vampire, or, The Feast of Blood (1845) 56:32

4M ago56:32

56:32

Our friends Abracadaniel and Jon (from our Magic: the Gathering episode) join us for another thrilling chapter of Varney the Vampire. Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian working class audience would do for the authentic 1840s Chartist coffeehouse experience. To instantly u…

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One of a Kind 24:27

4M ago24:27

24:27

Since ANTIQUES ROADSHOW debuted on PBS almost 30 years ago, toys and games expert Noel Barrett has brought joy and vast knowledge to countless guests, but there’s one appraisal—and mistake—he just can’t let go of: a 1930s Snow White painting that defied all initial expectations. Join host Adam Monahan as he takes us on an unexpected journey through…

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Tupperware 29:54

5M ago29:54

29:54

Tupperware? Tupper here! Midcentury designs and vintage plastics make it possible.Av Antiques Freaks

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