A chronicle of the history of the twentieth century, including art, music, popular culture, science, religion, and, of course, politics and war.
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From Kane’s Rosebud to Indy’s Whip to Captain America’s shield... Iconic treasures from the world of film and television are centerstage in this podcast hosted by collectors David Mandel (Veep, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Ryan Condal (Colony, House of the Dragon). Every week, the two writers share their love of Hollywood memorabilia, revealing unbelievable stories around some of the most famous and culturally important props, costumes, art, and ephemera in silver screen history.
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Jazz and entertainment Raising The Standards…Jazz, humor, local features and interviews with some of the most remarkable people on the planet. Listen to Raising the Standards live every Saturday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm PST on https://santacruzvoice.com
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Cool Cool Cool is a podcast all about queer stuff, not queer stuff, pop culture, anti-pop culture, and a lot of interviews with some of her nearest and dearest and even a few celeb strangers. Liz Culley is a long-time entertainment executive, host, and dog mom who has been telling stories her whole life. Including some that seem too wild to be true, but apparently, they are. Join Liz each week as she explores topics from working in the entertainment business to cooking to queer family planni ...
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Every great athlete started with a dream. The Started With A Dream Podcast interviews athletes and the community that supports to share their journey and stories. Unlike most sports podcast this interview series with Jacolby Gilliam isn’t about how big an athlete’s name is but about their journey. Like most athletes, Jacolby had this big dream growing up about being a Division-I college athlete. Somehow he made that happen. However, it wasn’t the exciting big signing day type story, but the ...
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The Attic Monologues is a queer urban fantasy/horror podcast distributed by Planar Prod on fate, friends to lovers, meta narratives, and the importance of feathered friends. The show follows Nyx Ryland, a nonbinary university student who discovers a strange collection of monologues in their attic. But these monologues are strange, and dreamlike, and the more Nyx reads, the more it becomes evident that things are not as they seem. These monologues are not just paper and ink, the world is not ...
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Meet radio's hottest new detective - Jack Cassidy, PI! She may be a dame, but she's as tough and hard-bitten as the best in the biz. In thrilling weekly instalments, you can follow Jack's adventures as she matches wits with gangsters and grifters, bootleggers and bolsheviks, fascists and femme fatales. Welcome to the mean streets of Edmonton, 1936. The prairies will never be quite the same... Hardboiled is a queer noir mystery podcast from Empress of Blandings Productions, presented in assoc ...
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Ready to grow closer to Jesus? DUH! Ready to trust in the Lord and see how all this Bible stuff relates to you?? UM, YES MA'AM! Here We Go, 23 uses scripture and stories throughout the Bible to help listeners form a close bond with God, understand the Bible, overcome obstacles, and recognize that they are fearfully and wonderfully made. Host, Skylar Shupe, is a young, singer-songwriter who has a passion for introducing people to her best friend: Jesus. Even better, Skylar is simply trying to ...
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Scurvy Companions is the NoSweatShakespeare Podcast, hosted by Emily Jackoway. Scurvy Companions will take a deep dive into Shakespeare from the perspective of diverse experts in fields of Shakespearean performance, literary study, education, social media, and more — all while keeping the Bard’s works entertaining and accessible. Follow us on social media for updates and visit us at our main hub, NoSweatShakespeare.com.
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Celebrity actress Tammin Sursok and entertainment host Roxy Manning co-host a hilarious, honest and raw podcast that delves into the truths about being female, being a mother and the general chaos that goes with trying to navigate life with boobs, burp cloths, and the strong desire to have a life.
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"Blossom-ing U" podcast is a podcast dedicated to new female entrepreneurs in their 20s & 30s. I am your host, Mimi N Jain, your new business BFF, and personal cheerleader. I have made it my personal mission to help extraordinary women (like you) unlock their potential so they can build a wildly successful business and personal brand online. I believe EVERYONE has a message to share, and I love getting my brain on to help YOU find creative and unique ways to share yours. "Blossom-ing U" podc ...
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The Papacy and the Stuff that Dreams are Made of
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The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of is back with its second deep dive of the season, this one covering one of David's and Ryan's favorite movie weapons of all time: the Han Solo blaster. To fill in all the greeblies and nerdy details, the guys are joined by DL-44 expert, master builder, and gunsmith Scott Juarez from the RPF and the Star Wars fan communit…
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The U-boat war was going quite well for the Germans at the beginning of 1943, but by mid-year, the German Navy was on the verge of abandoning the effort.
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The Questions Dreams are Made Of and Yacht Talk
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1:18:42David and Ryan dump out the 'ole podcast mailbag and dive into myriad topics, including: collecting classic paperwork, acquiring Game of Thrones pieces, the intellectual sewer that is Reddit comments, yacht collectors and the yachts they love, disputed Stormtrooper lore, Troy clappers, a plea for more comic art talk, more propas (we made it a thing…
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House of the Dragon Make-up SFX Wizardry
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1:30:27Just as House of the Dragon Season 3 shooting gets underway, David and Ryan are joined by Waldo Mason, lead make-up special effects artist on the show across seasons 2 and 3. The guys talk to Waldo about how he got his start in the movie business, explore his incredible list of movie credits alone, they discuss burns, wounds, sores, monsters and al…
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The Hamburg bombing forced the German government to rethink its defense policies. In Québec, Churchill and Roosevelt cut a deal on atom bomb research.
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Episode 878 - Football meets outer space.
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56:17I had the good fortune recently of interviewing San Jose State Head Coach, Ken Niuatalolo. Marvelous man and a terrific coach. We talked about everything from portals and off-season training to his time at Navy. He led The Spartans in his first year last season to a bowl game and as they say, “The best is yet to come.” Speaking of the best, our pal…
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Return to Oz: The Ruby Slippers Revisited
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1:23:00The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of's first guest, author Rhys Thomas, returns to the podcast to sift through the aftermath of the seismic, $28,000,000 Ruby Slippers sale by Heritage Auctions this past December. They revisit his great book, The Ruby Slippers of Oz, and they review what fascinating new information has come to light since they had him on th…
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After two years of trying, RAF Bomber Command at last perfected the techniques to inflict mass casualties and devastation on an enemy city. Meanwhile, the US Eighth Air Force struggled to develop their own strategies.
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Episode 876 - Groucho meets the Lone Ranger
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The March 26-28 Propstore EMLA...LA... Live!
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1:37:52The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of is back with another live episode (covering Propstore's March 26-28 auction)! David and Ryan cover their (in)famous categories, shouting out everything from their favorite "small" pieces in days 2 and 3 to the worst Prometheus prop in the auction. They fake buy each other gifts, pick out stuff to delight or antagonize t…
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Eviscerating Ben Shapiro with Shane Ivan Nash
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55:25Liz sits down with Shane Ivan Nash, a Los Angeles born and raised advocate, podcast host musician who rose to internet fame after eviscerating Ben Shapiro on a viral episode of "Jubiliee." They discuss internet fame, Scientology and what it means to be a "man." Please note, discussions of SA and religion take place on this episode. Watch the episod…
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Propstore's March 26-28 EMLA... LA!
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1:29:19Another season, another Propstore auction. David and Ryan dive into the catalog for Propstore's first of three EMLA auctions of 2025, this one taking place from March 26 through the 28th in Los Angeles. This episode covers "a few of our favorite things" as the guys highlight the most interesting lots from day 1 of the 3-day auction. Join them for e…
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As the war turned against them, the Japanese attempted to create allies among the nations it occupied, declaring the independence of Burma and the Philippines, while the US embraced China as a peer of the main Allied powers, alongside the US, UK, and USSR.
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This week on The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of, it’s all about movie cars—despite David’s at-best half-interest in the topic. But Ryan and special guest star/producer/super editor Bart go ham with celebrity guest Rob Klein on what it means to be a “movie car” enthusiast, the movie cars of history that really rev their engines, and an in-depth discussion…
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Gino Sabatino returns to cover all the remaining history and mystery surrounding the most infamous helmet in movie history… But before that, David and Ryan review the stunning results of Propstore’s Blade Runner 2049 and offer what analysis they can as “experts.” We say “experts” because sadly The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of once must once again slog …
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The Japanese come to the reluctant conclusion that they have to abandon Guadalcanal and northeastern New Guinea. US submarine warfare begins to take a toll, and Admiral Yamamoto is killed.
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Brace yourselves, True Believers, this is a nerdy one. The "deep-dive" format returns to the podcast after a too-long absence, and boy is it a biggie. To discuss every detail surrounding (and inside and outside) Darth Vader's helmet, David and Ryan are re-joined by the great Gino Sabatino, expert of all things Star Wars. And Gino has a lot to say. …
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Interlinked: The Blade Runner 2049 Auction
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1:12:47It’s auction season again, and this time you can bid on everything that was great about the hit 2017 sci-fi legasequel, Blade Runner 2049! Join David and Ryan as they pore through the official Alcon Entertainment auction, offering over 100 gorgeous lots from Denis Villaneuve’s beautiful and haunting masterpiece. 4 Officer K costumes! 3 Deckard blas…
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The German offenive failed. Then it was the Soviets' turn.
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Episode 872 - Getting Misty and Giving Back
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Liz chats with Greta Titelman who you probably reconize from cult following shows like Los Espookys, Problemista and Searchparty. Liz and Greta talk about the "demon scale" of celebrity possesion, the tunnel conspiracy in LA and find out they went to the same school. Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley Connect with Gret…
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This week on The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of, David and Ryan explore the little things -- the tapas of props, if you will, or, better -- "propas." It's often easy to get lost in X-Wings and Batwings and Ruby Slippers as those are the sales that steal all the headlines, but this hobby is completely accessible to the movie mad collector at any price poi…
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Just GLAAD to Be Here with Anthony Allen Ramos
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49:47Liz chats with GLAAD Vice President of Talent and Communications Anthony Allen Ramos about how GLAAD works alongside Hollywood's biggest players to ensure correct queer representaion continues across all entertainment verticals. They also talk about their Bravo friends, ponder about why there are no queer focused Bravo shows and more. Watch the epi…
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The Spectacular Season 10 Premiere Episode!
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1:21:03Is it more impressive that The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of has already recorded ten seasons or that we're entering our 6th year of making this podcast for very little money? Either way, David and Ryan are thrilled to be joined by "new" collector Larry Chalkley as he talks about the conversion therapy he experienced listening to this fine podcast. Afte…
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Adolf Hitler begins his long-delayed 1943 offensive against the USSR, which fizzles in a matter of days.
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Jacobi interviews John Fitzpatrick of the Eliza Jane hotel in New Orleans.By raisingthestandard-scv
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Michael Henderson from The Club at Passadera talks about their 25th anninversary. Senior Vice President of Pinnacle Bank Jennifer Kuyper talks about the spirit of giving. Weekend liner notes gives a nod to the late David Lynch.By raisingthestandard-scv
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Warner Brothers was one of the minor studios until they introduced the first talking picture, which made the studio into one of the majors. In the Thirties, Warner Brothers, led by the irascible Jack L. Warner, was known for its glitzy musicals and crime dramas. In the early Forties, the studio released two films that are now regarded as among the …
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Episode 869 - Playoffs, Jazz and Collectibles
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50:29We chat with ex-49er and superbowl winner Dwight Hicks about this weekend's NFL playoffs. We will talk to jazz vocalist Julie Wexler and play a hit off her new CD No Wonder. Continue our discussion about beanie babies. Give and early Valentine's gift in liner notes with Chet Baker.By raisingthestandard-scv
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The Los Angeles Fire Disaster Special
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1:03:17It was an awful week in movieland. Thousands of people lost their homes in two different wildfires that consumed a hundred years of memory and history and likely resulted in the loss of countless pieces of film and television memorabilia. David first shares his own harrowing experience being within sight of the Hollywood fire, facing evacuations fr…
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Episode 868 - Jamie Baum and Beanie Babies
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A special episode of "I'm Scared to Have a Baby," Sarah Hoover is an art historian, author, cutural critic and really the woman of my dreams and joins Liz this week. We discuss her new book (out January 14th 2024) "The Motherload" which is an unapologetic look into motherhood, marriage and coming of age. In this episode, Sarah and Liz talk IVF, bir…
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The Japanese claimed to be liberating their fellow Asians from Western oppression, but Japanese rule proved to be brutal and murderous.
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Happy 2025! Starting off the year strong with Sam Li! Sam is not only an acomplished actor ( you might recognize him from starring in the Netflix hit "Brothers Sun") but also a beloved social media king who drops videos about the ups and downs of online dating. We chat about life in New York City, dating fans, and Sam and Liz agree ADHD might just …
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In early 1943, the remaining residents of the Warsaw Ghetto rose up against the SS. Farther east, the German Army uncovers the mass grave where the Soviet NKVD buried thousands of murdered Polish Army officers.
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