My Comic Shop History

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Episode 2.3: Secret Origins (LIVE from Undiscovered Realm Comic Con) Jun 01, 2016

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Host Anthony Desiato delivers a first in the podcast's history: a special episode recorded live in front of an audience! The panel, including guests Chris D'Lando and Brian O'Dea, explores how first impressions shape a collector's hobby. Recorded on 4.30.16 at Undiscovered Realm Comic Con in White Plains, NY.

Episode 2.2: The Deal of the Art May 18, 2016

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Host Anthony Desiato remembers Darwyn Cooke and recruits a trio of collectors--Drew Cheskin, Phil Hussain, and Tom Darby--for a thorough and illuminating conversation on the ins & outs of buying original art.

Episode 2.1: My Kind of Nuts May 04, 2016

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Host Anthony Desiato ushers in a new era of My Comic Shop History with the question: What makes a collector? Featuring guests Brian Claudio and Steve Ryan.

Christmas Special Dec 23, 2015

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Six months after the fall of Alternate Realities, host Anthony Desiato reunites "The Team" for a special holiday epilogue to Season 1 of My Comic Shop History. Featuring Sean McInerney, Tom Darby, and Rich Roney.

Episode 12: We AR Alternate Realities Jun 30, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato welcomes Steve Oto back to the show, along with Alternate Realities legend Bill Maio, to bid "The Store" a bittersweet farewell in the emotional finale of My Comic Shop History.

Episode 11: What the $@#% Is a Podcast? Jun 24, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato and returning guest Doug Doescher experience the full force of guest Jay Meisel's curmudgeonly charm as they try valiantly to help Jay recollect his comic shop history. PLUS: An illuminating conversation with Michael Kaplan, AKA Metal Head, a former owner of Alternate Realities.

Episode 10: Ultimate Kooky QuARtet Jun 17, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato takes a break from the Alternate Realities action and dons a pair of homemade Captain America wings for an insightful discussion on comic book adaptations. Featuring My Comic Shop DocumentARy scene-stealer Zach Woliner, returning podcast guest Mike Sangregorio, and Marvel's Chris D'Lando.

Episode 9: Two and a Half Comic Book Men Jun 10, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato assembles a cross-section of the Alternate Realities community for an assessment of the current exit strategy, a pair of classic tales from AR lore, and a final round of customer nicknames & pet peeves. Featuring Drew Cheskin (former owner), Steve Ryan (employee), and Brian Claudio (customer).

Episode 8: Wednesday Widows Jun 03, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato enlists the female significant others of the Alternate Realities community to get their take on AR and the hobby generally. Featuring Stephanie Chow, Marie Menna, and Anne Oto.

Episode 7: Comic Shop Business School May 27, 2015

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Host Anthony Desiato enlists an all-star panel for a comprehensive discussion about the ins & outs of a running a shop. Featuring Paul Borrero (owner of The Spider's Web), Mike Sangregorio (accountant), & Phil Hussain ("oil baron"). Class is in session!

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