Best The Potter Collector Podcasts (2025)

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Harry Potter Chicago and a Second Epic Universe Trip! 1:17:59

9d ago1:17:59

1:17:59

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 14 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly, Erik, Peter, and Melanie talk about: Mild spolilers this episode Peter went to Epic Universe again! Also, Peter went to Harry Potter Chicago! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik…

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From the Bookshelf: Magic in a Box 4: The Spectacular Slovak Set 1:12:29

15d ago1:12:29

1:12:29

No new episode this week BUT, here's an oldie but goodie all about one of favorite box sets - the 20th Anniversary Edition Slovak Box Set, illustrated by the super talented Adrian Macho! Thanks for Listening to Season 2, Episode 24 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie discuss: News: Erik got a new Box Set! New Vera Bradley P…

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Epic Universe: Peter Went and it was EPIC! 1:19:02

29d ago1:19:02

1:19:02

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 13 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Peter, and Melanie talk about: Mild spolilers this episode Peter went to Epic Universe! Hear him give first hand experiences about this amazing, new park at Universal Orlando! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks…

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Mini Box Sets: UK Books 1 & 2 (First one ever!) 39:19

30d ago39:19

39:19

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 12 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: New Czech books! Casting Updates for HBO Show. Main Topic: Mini Box Sets! We dive into the very first mini box set from the UK! Translation of the Show: The box! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @allt…

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Bonus: Carly's Favorite SNART 4:40

1M ago4:40

4:40

Bonus Episode! Carly lost power during Season 5 Episode 11, so here is favorite Harry Potter book featuring Snake Art (or SNART)! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypottercollection on Instagram Peter @ThePotterCollector on Instagram …

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SNART: Our Favorite Book Covers Featuring Snake Art 50:02

1M ago50:02

50:02

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 11 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Erik got bookmail New Thai and Spanish books Main Topic: We discuss our favorite book covers that feature snakes! (SNART) Visit DialogueAlley to use our new flow chart! Translation of the Show: Book Club Spanish Chamber of Sec…

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The Easy Way to ID and Value Your US Harry Potter Books! 1:18:27

2M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 10 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: News: John Lithgow cast as DUMBLEDORE for HBO show (rumor) HBO Show execs say not to expect any former actors in TV Show Harry Potter store in Chicago Pocket Potters are now being translated as is GOF thing (say nicer possibl…

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Interactive Illustrated Editions Beyond MinaLima 41:21

2M ago41:21

41:21

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 9 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Melanie, and Carly talk about: News & Main Topic: Goblet of Fire Interactice Illustrated Edition was announced. It is not MinaLima. (Harry Potter and the Dumpster of Fire) Translation of the Show: Lithuanian Philosopher's Stone (original cover art) Dialogue Alley is the…

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Yiddish Chamber of Secrets: The Translator is Back to Chat! 1:21:08

3M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 8 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Melanie, and Carly welcome back Arun Schaechter Viswanath, the translator of the Yiddish edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. News: New Japanese 25th, Limited Edition Set has arrived! Max show minor updates Amazon UK no longer selling Bloomsbury bo…

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Mini Box Sets: The Magical Adventure Begins Set from Bloomsbury 46:29

3M ago46:29

46:29

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 7 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: New Japanese 25th, Limited Edition Set! New Books for Carly Main Topic: Mini Box Sets! We dive into the mini set from the UK: The Magical Adventure Begins Translation of the Show: Philisopher's Stone from The Magical Adventure Begins set…

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Everything that Melanie Missed in One Episode 48:48

4M ago48:48

48:48

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 6 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk to Melanie about everything she has missed! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypottercollection on Instagram Peter @ThePotterCollector…

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Mini Box Sets: German Green 50:56

4M ago50:56

50:56

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 5 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Nothing Earth Shattering Main Topic: Mini Box Sets! We dive into the green mini box set from Germany. Translation of the Show: German Book 4 (paperback) from Green Mini Box Set Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collect…

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Greece and Portugal: We Love Your New Books! 57:05

5M ago57:05

57:05

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 4 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Even More New Books! HBO MAX show update Main Topic: We discuss TWO brand new full sets of HP Books! One from Greece and the other from Portugal. Translation of the Show: 25th Anniversary EU Portuguese Philospher's Stone. Dialogue Alley …

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2024 Advent Calendars! 53:03

5M ago53:03

53:03

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 3 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Peter, and Carly talk about: News: New book releases Erik went to Harry Potter New York Epic Universe news 1/1 Philosopher's Stone sold at auction Don't forget to buy your Hallmark ornaments! Main Topic: Peter takes us on a deeper dive into some of his favorite HP…

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Ted Smart Books: Get Smart About Them 46:28

6M ago46:28

46:28

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 2 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Carly got books New Scholastic stenciled edge full set announced! Main Topic: What are Ted Smart books? Here is everything you need to know about collecting these Harry Potter editions. Translation of the Show: Ted Smart Editions Dialogu…

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Do Wizards Like Muggle Halloween? 56:30

6M ago56:30

56:30

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 1 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Carly got bookmail New books are out! Epic Universe Updates TV Show Updates Wizard Rock Main Topic: How would wizards view Muggle Halloween? What would some of their favorite costumes be? Translation of the Show: Slovak Anniversary Priso…

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The Scholastic Stenciled Side Edge: It's a Beauty! 28:08

7M ago28:08

28:08

Erik and Carly discuss the 25th Anniversary Sorcerer's Stone from Scholastic with the stenciled side edge. Only a couple of weeks until Season 5 is out! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypottercollection on Instagram Peter @ThePotter…

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From the Bookshelf: Magic in a Box 1: Thai Anniversary Box Set 56:19

8M ago56:19

56:19

While not a new episode this week, this oldie but goodie features a box set that is favorite of ours - the ornately beautiful 20th Anniversary Thai box set, which shows off the uniquely whimsical art of Apolar Arch. This set (and episode!) are just too much fun not to re-share! To heads the the other 4 episodes form the Magic in a Box Series, check…

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Season 4 Finale! A Recap of the Year! 53:52

8M ago53:52

53:52

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 29 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: Main Topic: We discuss everything magical that happened in season 4! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypottercollec…

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Epic Universe Sounds Epic! 54:38

8M ago54:38

54:38

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 28 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Peter talk about: News: Carly got Bookmail New Afrikaans Order of the Phoenix is out Greek books get new French art Main Topic: We discuss what we know about Epic Universe so far. Translation of the Show: Georgian Sorcerer's Stone Dialogue Alley is the…

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MinaLima Era is Over: The Future of the Interactive Illustrated Editions 33:30

9M ago33:30

33:30

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 27 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: Main Topic: We discuss MinaLima not continuing with the interactice illustrated books. Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melanie @theharrypott…

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From the Bookshelf: Art Adventure! Ranking the US Cover Art for Books 1-7 1:03:55

9M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

Another great epidsode from the archives! Enjoy this one where we rank the cover art of the original US books! Original Notes from the episode: Thanks for Listening to Season 2, Episode 19 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Melanie discuss: News: Melanie goofed on her website which leads to a new book on the way! Main Topic: Melanie and E…

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Collecting Speed Bumps: The Opposite of Fun 55:49

9M ago55:49

55:49

**Just to note, Carly's audio file was slightly corrupted and resulted in quality than is less that we strive for. Please pardon the audio and enjoy the content! Thank you! Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 25 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Melanie, and Harrison talk about: News: Not much this week! Main Topic: We discuss …

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Why Were Our Favorite Book Scenes Cut from the Films?! 1:24:26

10M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 24 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: News: Peter's Book Sale New Book purchases! New Book news Hallmark has new HP ornaments Main Topic: We discuss our favorite book scenes were cut from the films. Translation of the Show: Original German translation of Philosop…

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Art, Brooms, and Drones: A Major News Episode 1:17:09

10M ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 23 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: Main Topic: MEGA NEWS! CineSational Hogwarts, Always New Harry Potter Greenscreen Broomstick Experience at HPNY HBO Max Showrunner and Director announced Philosopher’s Stone artwork sold for 1.6mil USD! Bookmail! Translation …

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Mega Tots: The BIGGEST Harry Potter Books 51:21

11M ago51:21

51:21

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 22 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Peter is at the Wizarding World in Orlando to preview the new nighttime shows! Main Topic: Carly and Erik talk about the biggest Harry Potter books! Translation of the Show: Chamber of Secrets in Khmer (Cambodia) Dialogue Alley is the o…

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Covers with Trains: Choo Choo, Woo Woo, or Toot Toot? 1:02:57

11M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 21 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: We got some book mail! Main Topic: We talk about all the Philosopher's Stone covers that feature trains! Translation of the Show: Original UK Adult Cover of Philosopher's Stone Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Pot…

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Wait, What?! Our Favorite Book Collecting Stories 1:19:37

12M ago1:19:37

1:19:37

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 20 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: News: Carly got bookmail! New Harry Potter baking show?! New Audiobooks Wizarding World has a new nighttime show coming this summer Main Topic: What are some of the craziest experiences we have had collecting books? Well, we …

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Gilderoy Lockhart's Guide to Signed US Harry Potter Books 1:26:37

1y ago1:26:37

1:26:37

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 19 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: News: Forger revealed! Read the full article here. Translation Book Sale New Audiobooks Afrikaans Books are Reprinting Thomas Taylor Artwork has Resurfaced Main Topic: We discuss JK Rowling Signed books. Did you know that sig…

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Geminio: Thomas Taylor Art on Different Translations 52:15

1y ago52:15

52:15

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 18 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: New box set! Main Topic: All the translations that use Thomas Taylor cover art. Translation of the Show: Ancient Greek Philosopher's Stone Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks…

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Colorful Cauldrons of News and Listener Mail 1:19:35

1y ago1:19:35

1:19:35

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 17 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, Peter, and Melanie talk about: News: New book artwork being released! Main Topic: The four of us answer listener mail sent in by you! Translation of the Show: German Anniversary Goblet of Fire Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector …

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Confringo! Collaboration, Collecting, and More Rat Hats?! 1:22:08

1y ago1:22:08

1:22:08

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 16 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie are joined by Peter, The Potter Collector. They talk about: News: Dialogue Alley is now the official podcast of The Potter Collector! What does this mean? Main Topic: We all discuss origins of book collecting and what it means to each of us. Tr…

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Collecting US Chamber of Secrets 54:27

1y ago54:27

54:27

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 15 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Carly talks about social media interactions and her new books! Main Topic: We talk about the American edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Is it rare? Is it valuable? No, but it is fun to talk about! Translation…

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WHAT IF - A Series: Goblet of Fire (with The Potter Collector) 1:21:24

1y ago1:21:24

1:21:24

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 14 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie are joined by Peter, The Potter Collector. They talk about: News: Marathi Madness Carly is having a sale Peter is having a sale Main Topic: We continue the What If series! What if certain things did or didn't happen in Goblet of Fire? Translati…

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From the Bookshelf: Spanish Books, A History 1:28:02

1y ago1:28:02

1:28:02

This is an archive episode! (Season 4 Episode 13). It is one of our absolute favorites from Season 1. We really hope you enjoy it! Original notes from the episode: Thanks for Listening to Episode 20 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly, Erik, and Melanie have a guest, Patricio! Listen as they dive into the Spanish translations. Main Topic: A d…

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Will You Be My Valentine? These Books Will! 57:43

1y ago57:43

57:43

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 12 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Uncelebration happened, new books, and Epic Universe was announced! Main Topic: We talk about Harry Potter book covers that give off Valentine vibes. Translation of the Show: French Philosopher's Stone Delux Edition Dialogue A…

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Translation Collecting and Shiny Books! 1:03:36

1+ y ago1:03:36

1:03:36

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 11 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Three year anniversary of Dialogue Alley! Main Topic: Discussion surrounding collecting, our website, and the list of HP books on our shelves. Translation of the Show: Spanish 25th Anniversary Edition Dialogue Alley is part of…

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Cover Art Finals and an Amazing German Book! 1:04:32

1+ y ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 10 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: What HP things did we get for the holidays? Main Topic: Final showdown of the best Harry Potter book 1 covers from around the world! Translation of the Show: German books 1-7 in one volume! Dialogue Alley is part of the Muggle…

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Cover Art Showdown! Part 2 1:03:37

1+ y ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 9 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Not much news this week! Main Topic: Part two of the best Harry Potter book 1 covers from around the world! Translation of the Show: Dutch Paperback Order of the Phoenix Dialogue Alley is part of the MuggleNet podcast family Ca…

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Cover Art Showdown! Part 1 1:08:36

1+ y ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 8 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Erik appeared on Alohomora podcast on MuggleNet! Advent Calendars! Melanie has almost Harry Potter news. Main Topic: Part one of the best Harry Potter book 1 covers from around the world! Translation of the Show: New Croatian P…

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Tiny Tots: The Smallest Harry Potter Book Ever! 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

28:04

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 7 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Melanie talk about: News: Erik will appear on Alohomora podcast on MuggleNet! Main Topic: The Smallest Harry Potter Book! Translation of the Show: Japanese Paperback (Chess art, 2 volumes) Dialogue Alley is part of the MuggleNet podcast family Carly @allthepret…

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Do Misprints Add Value? (and other listener mail) 1:11:44

1+ y ago1:11:44

1:11:44

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 6 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik and Carly talk about: News: Advent Calendars are out Main Topic: We answer your questions! Translation of the Show: Burmese Unauthorized Dialogue Alley is part of the MuggleNet podcast family Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Me…

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Boo!! Halloween at Hogwarts 1:15:04

1+ y ago1:15:04

1:15:04

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 5 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, Carly, and Melanie talk about: News: Melanie finally got some books! Main Topic: We discuss Halloween and how it relates to the plot points of the Harry Potter storyline. Translation of the Show: Swedish Order of the Phoenix Dialogue Alley is part of the MuggleNet…

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MinaLima Series 3: A Closer Look at the Amazing Prisoner of Azkaban Illustrated Edition 50:43

1+ y ago50:43

50:43

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 4 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, and Melanie talk about: News: Carly got some book mail! Almanac is out! Main Topic: MinaLima Series 3: A Closer Look at the Amazing Prisoner of Azkaban Illustrated Edition Translation of the Show: Prisoner of Azkaban Illustrated Edition (MinaLima) Dialogue Alley i…

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Tristan Mathews - Across The Collector-Verse [Spider-Man Collector] 1:01:47

1+ y ago1:01:47

1:01:47

It's a momentous occasion as Collecting Heroes reaches 50 episodes and for the extra special 50th collector, JD has Tristan Mathews swing in for a fun chat. Holding the Guinness World Record for his Spider-Man collection, Tristan shares the stories behind his collection including the strong emotional connections some pieces hold. They talk about no…

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Cursed Child: The Book Version 1:03:33

1+ y ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 3 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, and Melanie talk about: News: Juniper Books has some new covers! Cormoran Strike’s new book, The Running Grave by Jo’s pseudonym, Robert Galbraith, out now. Main Topic: Sean joins us to discuss the Cursed Child book and the translations that have been printed. Tra…

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Francisco Ramirez - I'm a Collector, Hear Me Roar! [Catwoman Collector] 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

44:37

This episode features a collection with cattitude! JD talks all things Catwoman collecting with Francisco Ramirez. They dive into the various origin stories of Selina Kyle and how she has evolved throughout the many mediums, on the page and the screen. But why does Francisco store cats and birds in the same space?! You'll have to listen to find out…

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MinaLima Series 2: A Closer Look at the Amazing Chamber of Secrets Illustrated Edition 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

56:18

Thanks for listening to Season 4, Episode 2 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Erik, and Melanie talk about: News: Erik got some books! Main Topic: MinaLima Series 2: A Closer Look at the Amazing Chamber of Secrets Illustrated Edition Translation of the Show: Chamber of Secrets Illustrated Edition (MinaLima) Dialogue Alley is part of the MuggleNet…

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Art Chayawan - The Collector's Gallery [Premium Statue Collector] 36:39

1+ y ago36:39

36:39

JD expands the collector collection with a Thailand special edition. Art Chayawan is a collector of premium 1:1 through to 1/4 statues. His Bangkok personal gallery is truly something to behold! JD learns all about it and the statues it houses. Follow the podcast and JD's collection on the Collecting Heroes Instagram @CollectingHeroes Art's Socials…

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Luke Kellett - A Bloke Walks Into a Cantina [Star Wars Collector] 59:10

1+ y ago59:10

59:10

SEASON 4! What are the odds?....."never tell me the odds" You can tell me all about your collection though and that's exactly what Luke is doing with JD. Born in the UK but now living in Australia, Luke's passion for Star Wars has led him to helping run online groups and even contributing to a growing YouTube channel along with Jorge, the first Sta…

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