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106. Star Wars Collectors Share Stories From The Legendary Cincinnati Toy Show Weekend! (Part 3) Oct 17, 2022

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The final episode in The Cincinnati Toy Show series offers two more perspectives on the weekend: a collector from the north and one from the south! Canada’s Jimmy Mac (Jim McCallum) and Georgia’s Tony Johnson traveled to Cincinnati for the annual multi-day event, which was filled with trips to two notable toys shows, meals with friends, a Saturday night room sales, and tours of some impressive Star Wars collections. Join host David Quinn for part three of the Cincinnati Toy Show weekend series, featuring conversations with Tony and Jim, as they highlight their experiences in the Buckeye state. What amazing things did they see, what did they pick up, and what were the best moments of the weekend? To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

105. Star Wars Collectors Share Stories From The Legendary Cincinnati Toy Show Weekend! (Part 2) Oct 13, 2022

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Did a dealer really have more than 300 carded vintage Star Wars figures for sale at the Cincinnati Toy Show? What happened after room sales that made the night unforgettable? The Cincinnati Toy Show weekend is an annual event in October that reunites collectors and sends them on adventures to toy shows, collectors’ homes and room sales, and to events across the former hometown of Kenner Toys. Join host David Quinn for part two of the Cincinnati series, for a conversation with longtime vintage collector, toy designer and vendor Tony Kramer about the Cincinnati Toy Show, the surprise at setup, what he picked up for his collection, and why he labeled the weekend a “strange” one. And sit down with local collecting couple Vicki Bitter and Mike Esposito, as they discuss what it was like to host a meetup for attendees, the impromptu trip to a collector’s studio, and all of the memorable moments and purchases from a Cincinnati Toy Show weekend. To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

104. Star Wars Collectors Share Stories From The Legendary Cincinnati Toy Show Weekend! (Part 1) Oct 10, 2022

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What was this year’s Cincinnati Toy Show weekend really like? The annual pilgrimage to the heart of Kenner country offered trips to Xenia’s The Great Ohio Toy Show on Saturday, a room sales event later that night, and the Cincinnati Toy Show Sunday morning. And during that weekend, collectors met for meals, trips to the legendary toy shops and antique malls, and impromptu tours of some jaw-dropping Star Wars collections. Join host David Quinn for part one of the Cincinnati series, as he speaks with collectors Daniel Uthman and David Kevin White about the weekend - the epic and surprising moments they experienced, what they picked up for their respective collections, and how this year’s trip compared to previous Cincinnati events. To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

103. Hunting For Rare Star Wars Collectibles at Delaware’s Octoberfest Toy Show! Oct 04, 2022

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The Fall toy show season is officially here. During a rain-soaked weekend, I traveled to the Octoberfest Toy Show in New Castle Delaware. The show has been thriving for decades, and brings the best of what collectors seek: a diverse treasure trove of vintage and modern collectibles, and a family-like atmosphere for shoppers and vendors. Join me, host David Quinn, for a day at the Delaware show. Let’s hunt for Star Wars toys and prototypes together, and connect with our fellow collectors for some fascinating conversations about various aspects of the hobby. How did Hasbro lock down the Star Wars license for prequel-era dominance? What vintage items did longtime dealers bring to sell? And what is a day at an old-school toy show really like? I discuss these topics and many more with collectors and dear friends Erik Janniche, Peter LeRose and Ben Leach during my time at the Octoberfest Toy Show. To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

102. A Galactic Revolution: The Making Of The Star Wars Series Andor! Sep 21, 2022

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In 2018, Lucasfilm announced a return to the world of Rogue One, to tell the story of Cassian Andor and the earliest spark of a rebellion. And in the hands of writer and showrunner Tony Gilroy, the Andor series would undergo a transformation into a taut, edge-of-your-seat spy thriller. Join host David Quinn for a look at how Disney brought the concept to the small screen for a two-season, 24-episode story. And learn about the challenges the Lucasfilm team encountered along the way, like filming in the midst of a global pandemic and finding the right storyteller for the Diego Luna-led series. *NOTE - this episode does not include any story or characters spoilers for the series Andor. To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Podcast Platforms: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460 YOUTUBE MUSIC/PODCASTS: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7UruGWpd8qKrObL8-DSLekomB8GuB1VT SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ CASTBOX: https://castbox.fm/channel/Star-Wars%3A-Prototypes-and-Production-id1904296?utm_source=website&utm_medium=dlink&utm_campaign=web_share&utm_content=Star%20Wars%3A%20Prototypes%20and%20Production-CastBox_FM STITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1054209 PANDORA: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/PC:1001054209 PODBEAN: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/ AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c98fb265-c233-43d9-ae3b-1102bfb03e45/star-wars-prototypes-and-production PLAYERFM: https://player.fm/series/2473540 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks PODVINE: https://podvine.com/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production iHEART: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460

101. Collecting Prototypes: Exploring The Vintage Collection With Prototype Guru Anthony Pagano! Sep 14, 2022

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A Luke Jedi proof sheet, a Boba Fett three-pack sample, Gamorrean Guard and General Grievous hardcopies, a clear-limbed Sandtrooper first shot, and the incredible hand-drawn pitch piece illustrating the iconic vintage-style cardback design we know and love today. These are some of the almost 600 (!!!) Vintage Collection preproduction pieces owned by prototype collector Anthony Pagano. Anthony has amassed one of the largest TVC prototype collections in the world, with items covering the previous decade and featuring everything from conceptual pieces and painted hardcopies to unproduced pieces and carded samples. Join me, host David Quinn, for an in-depth conversation with Anthony, as he shares what it was like to collect the figures and prototypes from The Vintage Collection, how he was able to find these truly rare pieces, and what the line means to him as a collector. To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

100. Amazing Finds: The Stories Behind Vintage And Modern Star Wars Prototypes And Production Finds! Sep 05, 2022

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Let’s celebrate the 100th episode of the Star Wars: Prototypes And Production podcast! Do you remember your first big Star Wars purchase? Or picking up a piece, like a prototype, that changes the course of collecting for you? Have you ever set a goal to complete a run that was likely impossible? And have you ever purchased two sealed POTF Tatooine Skiffs in one week? Join me, host David Quinn, as I share some of the stories behind some of my amazing finds and acquisitions over the past decade. The stories cover the vintage era of Kenner action figures, with Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi and Power of the Force. And the modern era covers the Hasbro prototypes from the Power of the Force 2 collection, The Clone Wars, Star Wars: Rebels and The Black Series. Thank you for being a part of the first 100 episodes. Here’s to many more Star Wars adventures together! Please subscribe, leave a review, and share one episode with a friend! To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

99. Amazing Finds: The Toy Fair Carded Rocket Boba Fett Prototype And More, Live From The Annual! Aug 23, 2022

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The only carded Rocket Fett prototype in existence. One of the earliest and most iconic Darth Vader pieces ever unearthed. And a year-long purchase of hundreds of pieces, kicking off a world-class Star Wars collection. These are the fascinating stories told in a special podcast panel at the second Annual, an event this August that celebrated the best parts of Star Wars collecting and the community. Join me, host David Quinn, for conversations with collectors Matt George, Erik Janniche and Ron Salvatore, as they share the incredible and stunning stories behind some of the most amazing finds of Star Wars prototypes and production pieces. And a heartfelt thank you to Mark Rusciano for producing the panel, and for helping to make the event a memorable one! To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

98. Collectors Share Their Stories And Memories From The Legendary 2019 Annual Weekend! Aug 11, 2022

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Curious to hear what a Star Wars collector event is really like? During the Labor Day weekend of 2019, eighty collectors attended an event in Fishkill New York. Hosted by the Empire State Star Wars Collectors Club, the Annual celebrated the best parts of collecting and our community. But what made the 2019 Annual event so memorable and special? Join me, host David Quinn, for a chronological look back at the weekend of the Annual, through the stories and memories of the collectors who attended it. Thank you to: R.J.Als, Michael Cooper, Mike De Stefano, FJ DeRobertis, Chris Georgoulias, Justin Haynie, Hector and Sam Hilario, Dan Loisell, Jonathan McElwain, Blake Morgan, Narayan S. Naik, Joe O’Neill, Johnpaul Ragusa, Ron Salvatore, Andrew Thomas, Jason Thomas and Christopher Vargas, for sharing your funny and heartfelt stories from that wonderful collector event in Fishkill, New York! To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

97. Three Years Later: The Annual Roundtable Reunites To Discuss The Impact of The Epic 2019 Event! Aug 08, 2022

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Can a collecting event really change lives? For a number of Star Wars fans, The 2019 Annual was the place where long-lasting friendships were born. Where collectors found their places within a passionate and creative community. Where life changed for them, forever. And if you’ve listened to the past few episodes, you’ve heard about the adventures that I and seven other collectors experienced the Sunday night of the event. And what kicked it all off was a two-and-a-half-hour roundtable discussion we recorded for the podcast. Three years later, the Annual Rountable crew reunite to reflect upon that momentous weekend in 2019! Ahead of the second Annual event this August, join me, David Quinn for a conversation with Brian Angel, Kori Bailey, Trent Bailey, Matt George, Bill Cable, Jenn Thunders and Justin Haynie. The roundtable is both wildly humorous and incredibly moving. If you want to hear about the power of these unforgettable collector events, this is the episode for you! To Listen to the Episode on the Prototype Archives Site: https://www.prototypearchives.com/podcast Links to the Episode on Various Platforms: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/744L0XQhmpXn2AZeaxUhOZ https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjU2NTA4ODM3Ni9zb3VuZHMucnNz https://soundcloud.com/david-quinn-908355451/tracks https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/u4ywr-80960/Star-Wars-Prototypes-and-Production-Podcast https://player.fm/series/2473540 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-star-wars-prototypes-and-p-31050806/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-prototypes-and-production/id1448205460?mt=

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