Best Collectors Quest Podcasts (2024)

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CQ 251 - Video Games NOBODY Collects 1:59:22

4d ago1:59:22

1:59:22

It's one of those episodes where we're going to talk about the merits of the View-Master Interactive Vision, HTC Dream cell phone, and that Oregon Trail handheld thing, if those have any merits at all.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 250 - The most CONTROVERSIAL cartridge tier list 3:40:05

17d ago3:40:05

3:40:05

cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridges cartridgesBy Johnny & Tyler

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Dan Formless DJ set Live from Circle Prague 2:08:31

16d ago2:08:31

2:08:31

Great memories! Thanks to Jag Kiranmay and Rob Smile for the invitation.By Dan Formless

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CQ 249 - Every Pokemon Game. 3:25:31

1M ago3:25:31

3:25:31

EVERY Pokemon game. The Windows computer games, the Sega Pico Beena games, the Pokemon Mini games. But yeah, mostly the mainline handheld games that people actually care about.By Johnny & Tyler

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Nitty Gritty 9:09

2M ago9:09

9:09

Buy now on vinyl from all good record stores - www.linktr.ee/danformlessDan Formless launches Saboteurs Sanctuary as an auditory expression of his Forward Movement studio in London, UK.This EP features a remix from Alex Celler and comes hot on the heels of Dan’s solo debut record “Fried All Day” on Bank of Switches with support from Sonja Moonear, …

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4Q - (Alex Celler remix) 7:23

2M ago7:23

7:23

Buy now on vinyl from all good record stores - www.linktr.ee/danformlessDan Formless launches Saboteurs Sanctuary as an auditory expression of his Forward Movement studio in London, UK.This EP features a remix from Alex Celler and comes hot on the heels of Dan’s solo debut record “Fried All Day” on Bank of Switches with support from Sonja Moonear, …

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4Q 6:52

2M ago6:52

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Buy now on vinyl from all good record stores - www.linktr.ee/danformlessDan Formless launches Saboteurs Sanctuary as an auditory expression of his Forward Movement studio in London, UK.This EP features a remix from Alex Celler and comes hot on the heels of Dan’s solo debut record “Fried All Day” on Bank of Switches with support from Sonja Moonear, …

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CQ 248 - Easy Inserts You're Missing 1:29:23

2M ago1:29:23

1:29:23

We're talking some specific inserts preventing your games from being 100% complete, from Zelda games to the highly collectible EA Sports Genesis games.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 247 - Collecting Boxes Tier List 4:03:40

2M ago4:03:40

4:03:40

This is a 4 hour show where we talk about how much we like every console's boxes. That's the show. Odyssey 2's cardboard gatefold boxes up through modern trashy eco-cases. It's four hours of that. Four hours talking about whether we like boxes. Four hours.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 246 - The Worst Insert: Temporary Tattoos 2:27:25

3M ago2:27:25

2:27:25

Hey there. You're about to take a long drive. Maybe you're about to catalog some games. You need to kill the time so we're here with a long episode about a topic you didn't know you didn't want: games that came with temporary tattoo inserts.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 245 - Games Are Affordable When You Don't Buy Nonsense 1:58:23

3M ago1:58:23

1:58:23

If you've ever said "Games are getting too expensive" are you talking about games you care about that matter, random hyped expensive trash, or the cost of trying to own literally every video game? The best games to collect are more affordable than virtually any other hobby, especially if your goal isn't to buy EVERYTHING. You'll never own a Babe Ru…

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CQ 244 - Are Game Conventions Even Worth It? 2:05:01

4M ago2:05:01

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We're talking about game conventions and our thoughts on attending them for both commerce and sociability in preparation for the upcoming Midwest Gaming Classic. Sorry for the late post, I've been very sick this past week!By Johnny & Tyler

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97 | Fantasy Fiction: Chapter 43 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 10:30

4M ago10:30

10:30

Javan comes soooo close to collecting his first dragon today...but then he makes a cocky mistake that lands him (literally) in a sticky situation. Listen in and enjoy your visit to Zandador! Your friend, DK Escape into the Land of Zandador: Get your free D.K. Drake Starter Library Purchase one or all of the Dragon Stalker Bloodline Saga books on Am…

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Exploring Build Chicago 9:45

4M ago9:45

9:45

Middle School students from the Podcast Program at Build Chicago engage in conversation with the staff to learn more about the people contributing and working with the community at BUILD.BUILD, Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development, is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization bas…

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Build love its staff and they love Build Chicago! 19:48

4M ago19:48

19:48

Middle School students from the Podcast Program at Build Chicago engage in conversation with the staff to learn more about the people contributing and working with the community at BUILD.BUILD, Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development, is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization bas…

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096 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 42 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy 8:09

4M ago8:09

8:09

Enjoy Chapter 42 of The Dragon Collector! Your Friend, DK Escape into the Land of Zandador: Get your free D.K. Drake Starter Library Purchase one or all of the Dragon Stalker Bloodline Saga books on Amazon. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts: “I love The Author D.K. Drake Show!” If that sounds like something you’d say, please rate and review …

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CQ 243 - The Best Non-Game VG Collectibles 3:49:25

4M ago3:49:25

3:49:25

We're talking about every collecting category except video games: coins, stamps, comics, toys, cereal, etc. and what the best video game things in those categories are that come to mind. Over 3 minutes of research was done looking up video game related Funko Pop prices for this episode before we couldn't take it anymore.…

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095 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 41 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 9:50

5M ago9:50

9:50

In Chapter 41 of The Dragon Collector, Javan opens his big mouth and starts the ticking time bomb that makes collecting his first dragon a near impossibility. But it’s that ticking time bomb that helps speed up the story and send it spinning toward its climax. Tune in to find out just how long he has to collect that elusive first dragon and what’s …

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We love Build! 6:01

5M ago6:01

6:01

Middle School students from the Podcast Program at Build Chicago engage in conversation with the staff to learn more about the people contributing and working with the community at BUILD.BUILD, Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development, is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization bas…

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CQ 242 - Collecting Controversy 1:56:59

5M ago1:56:59

1:56:59

We're talking about a few controversial games we haven't yet discussed to death including perhaps the first controversial video game in 1973's Gotcha to Wolfenstein 3D to whatever Gal Gun is. This episode is banned in Germany for multiple reasons.By Johnny & Tyler

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Conversation about Cars 9:14

5M ago9:14

9:14

Middle School students from the Podcast Program at Build Chicago engage in conversation with the staff to learn more about the people contributing and working with the community at BUILD.BUILD, Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development, is a nationally respected gang intervention, violence prevention, and youth development organization bas…

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CQ 241 - Modern Games You'll NEVER Regret Owning 2:42:38

5M ago2:42:38

2:42:38

We're discussing some of potential "oh I wish I just got that when it was $8" games of 2000s and up. And also $3000 World of Warcraft server blades, which are sure to be a timeless collectible as well.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 240 - Old Men Complain About Collecting Rereleases, Reissues, and Rehashes 2:48:56

6M ago2:48:56

2:48:56

Two out of touch relics who collect old video games debate the merits of whether you should spend $64.99 on a reissued copy of NES Felix the Cat by Limited Run Games. No. No you shouldn't.By Johnny & Tyler

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094 || Write Stories that are Met with the Silence of Awe 6:28

6M ago6:28

6:28

Today I wanted to share a fun little story that will inspire you to write stories that are met with the silence of awe. I love that phrase: the silence of awe. I wish I had thought of it. But I have to give credit where credit is due…which would be to AI. Actually, the story I’m sharing today was written by AI. I could have made it much better by a…

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093 || A Poem for the Christian Author who Wants to Write a Book But is Scared to Start 6:09

6M ago6:09

6:09

Today I am excited to share a poem with you that I wrote…the prompt for. That’s right. I asked AI to write a poem for the Christian author who wants to write a book but is scared to start. Starting something new can be scary, especially when it’s a big of a dream as a book. But we’ve got God. He’s with us and gives us the ability to craft amazing s…

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092 || New Year, New Me, Same God 6:19

6M ago6:19

6:19

2024 has gotten off to a weird start for me, probably because of the way 2023 ended. But it’s a good weird. Listen in for details. Your friend, DK Next Steps: Register for your FREE ticket to the Thriving Scribes Summit here. HURRY! The Summit runs from January 22-24. You’ll be able to soak up innovative publishing models, writing methods, & strate…

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CQ 239 - Rating "THE RAREST" Collectible Games 3:10:58

6M ago3:10:58

3:10:58

We are discussing and rating how worth it some of the "rarest" hype games are in game collecting from NWC to Pokemon Box to, for some reason, Devil's Third.By Johnny & Tyler

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CQ 238 - The Goals, Trends, and Prices of 2023 2:28:28

7M ago2:28:28

2:28:28

We're looking back at 2023: Our collecting goals, the price trends, the hobby trends, and the biggest sales of the year.By Johnny & Tyler

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091 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 40 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy 9:28

7M ago9:28

9:28

It’s the final Fantasy Fiction Friday of 2023. I’ve got chapter 40 of the Dragon Collector cued up for you today. In this chapter, Javan finally comes face to face with his greatest foe, King Omri. Throw in a few evil dragons, one of whom is about to eat his mother, and he finds himself in a world of trouble. How is he going to handle these challen…

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090 || RECEIVE God’s Goodness this Christmas 5:13

7M ago5:13

5:13

Merry Christmas! Today I'm sharing the short program I wrote and performed in with the kids at my church entitled Receive. Enjoy! Your friend, D.K. Next Steps: Connect: The best way to get in touch with me is to shoot an email to dk@authordkdrake.com. APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE LEAGUE OF ADVENTUROUS AUTHORS: I have opened up the League of Adventur…

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CQ 237 - Collecting the EARLY History of Platformers 2:40:08

7M ago2:40:08

2:40:08

A.k.a "Ten Lords a Leaping" for the holiday season but I don't want people to skip the episode based on the title. We're going over an overview of platform games before Super Mario Bros., including some important but nearly forgotten games like Miner 2049er and Pac-Land that were swept away by Mario.…

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CQ 236 - A Conversation for New Game Collectors 3:07:15

8M ago3:07:15

3:07:15

It's a big episode of advice for new collectors like setting goals, avoiding hype, budging, and avoiding becoming a hoarder who thinks your pile of mass produced media is equivalent to a savings account.By Johnny & Tyler

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089 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 39 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 7:09

8M ago7:09

7:09

It’s Fantasy Fiction Friday featuring chapter 39 of The Dragon Collector. This chapter sets up the big showdown between Javan and the evil King Omri. Listen in to find out how to use the art of suspense to make your fiction great...and to enjoy the story. And because I don’t want to leave you in suspense any longer, let’s go to Zandador! Your frien…

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088 || Wonder How to Brainstorm Your Story Ideas with Confidence? Listen to this LIVE Brainstorming Session. 21:25

8M ago21:25

21:25

In today’s episode, you’ll hear me share my ideas for a Christmas play I am writing for my children’s church kids to perform on December 10. Normally, I don’t like like to share my ideas with others until I’ve organized my thoughts and have a clear direction for my story. The League of Adventurous Authors has changed that. In addition to weekly che…

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CQ 235 - Gifts you can ACTUALLY ask Santa for 2:14:13

8M ago2:14:13

2:14:13

We're going over the games, books, gadgets, and sundries of the season while Tyler tries to drag us into tangents. Be sure to ask your family for boxes to easily store all those bulk games you've been buying!By Johnny & Tyler

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087 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 38 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 11:49

8M ago11:49

11:49

It's Fantasy Fiction Friday! I’ve got chapter 38 of the Dragon Collector coming your way today. In this chapter, you get to meet two new dragons, Dahlia and Eli. Dahlia is the evil king’s Dawn Stalker, and Eli is his Dusk Stalker. You’ll find Dahlia is a bit of a snob, and Eli…well, writing about Eli’s appearance in this scene broke my heart. Liste…

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086 || How to Finish 2023 Strong as a Christian Author 7:31

9M ago7:31

7:31

As of today, November 2, 2023, you have two months left in the year. 8.5 weeks. 60 days. That means you have time before the end of the year to start a new writing project or make progress on or even finish a project you are already working on. So what do you want to achieve? How will you finish 2023 strong? Listen in for three tangible tips to fin…

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CQ 234 - How Many NES Variants Can One Man Know? 2:38:02

9M ago2:38:02

2:38:02

Due to unforeseen circumstances this month we don't have a new traditional show yet, but we do have a long After Dark conversation we had with Joe about NES variants. So if you're wondering who "Joe" is or want to hear about weird stickers and date codes on Nintendo games, this is the episode.By Johnny & Tyler

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085 || Try This Trick to Write a Memorable Final Scene of Your Novel 8:27

9M ago8:27

8:27

If you’re not sure how to end — or start — your story, this episode is for you. I’ll share a tip I thought was ridiculous when I first heard of it: bookending. Then I started seeing this technique being used in almost every story I read and movie I watched. Listen in to find out what bookending is, why it's popular, and how to use it like a pro. Yo…

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CQ 233 - The MOST Iconic Halloween Game on Each Console 2:23:04

9M ago2:23:04

2:23:04

We try our very best not to pick a Castlevania game as the spookiest, Halloween-iest game on every platform except the BBC Micro.By Johnny & Tyler

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084 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 37 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 11:52

9M ago11:52

11:52

Happy Friday! I’m reading chapter 37 of The Dragon Collector for you today. This chapter starts the setup of the events leading to the end of Act II and the final turning point that launches the story into Act III. In this chapter, Javan finds himself in the middle of a massive slow-moving crowd. Usually when I’m in a crowd, it’s because I’m on my …

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083 || 2 Simple Ways to Solve 1 Big Writing Problem for Fiction Authors 8:15

9M ago8:15

8:15

In today’s episode, I share one of the biggest mistakes I made as an author that cost me countless hours of wasted time, disorganized chaos, and confusion. I have a hunch you might be making the same mistake. If so, no worries. I have two solutions for you that will help you save time, bring order to the chaos, and gain clarity for your writing pro…

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082 || Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 36 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 9:28

9M ago9:28

9:28

It’s Fantasy Fiction Friday! Today I’m reading chapter 36 of The Dragon Collector for you. I did not like writing this chapter. An innocent kid got hurt, and I couldn’t let my hero help him. As I wrote the middle part of this chapter, I imagined it from three points of view: my main guy Javan, the kid who got hurt, and the villain Micah who hurt th…

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081 || Why Being a #1 NY Times Bestselling Author is NOT My Goal 7:14

9M ago7:14

7:14

The idea of being a #1 NY Times bestselling author is not something I’m striving for. I’ve tried to make myself want to achieve that goal because I thought it was what I was supposed to want when I decided to be an author. I even did some research to figure out how one goes about reaching such a goal. The research didn’t change my mind. As a matter…

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CQ 232 - A Very, Very 90s Halloween Episode 1:55:07

10M ago1:55:07

1:55:07

We're kicking off the season talking about the rare, the obscure, and the categories of games you might not even know exist. We chose some interesting spooky games to discuss this episode, and they just happen to be the most 90s games ever with lots of FMV games, oddly shaped PC big boxes, and Goosesbumps.…

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080 || Goodbye, Published Before College 3:20

10M ago3:20

3:20

Farewell, Published Before College. Hello, The Author DK Drake Show! Listen in to find out why the name of the show is changing and how this fresh direction will help you reach your writing goals faster. Your friend, DK Next Steps: Sign up for the FREE Revolutionize Your Writing Masterclass. The FREE Virtual On-Demand Virtual Experience launches Oc…

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079 // Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 35 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 12:42

10M ago12:42

12:42

Today’s Fantasy fiction Friday episode is coming to you on storytelling Saturday just to shake things up a bit. In this chapter of The Dragon Collector, we see the first hint of romance for Javan, some backstory on the romance of his grandparents, and some foreshadowing about what’s to come in books two, three, and four. Here’s a storytelling tip f…

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078 // How Fast Can You Write? And No, Texting Doesn’t Count 11:00

10M ago11:00

11:00

Ever heard the terms "WPH" or "Words Per Hour" but had no clue what they meant? Then today's episode is for you. In it, you'll learn what this key writing metric is, six reasons why it's important, and how to calculate it. Listen in! Your friend, DK Next Steps: Sign up for the FREE Revolutionize Your Writing Masterclass. The On-Demand Virtual Exper…

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CQ 231 - We'd Start our PS2 Collections with WHAT? 1:56:39

10M ago1:56:39

1:56:39

Taking in a blend of collectibility, history, relevance, influence, and Tyler's personal taste, we each come up the first 10 PS2 games we'd start our collections with. Is this the first time we talk about the Trance Vibrator?? 😳By Johnny & Tyler

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077// Fantasy Fiction Friday: Chapter 34 of The Dragon Collector, a YA Fantasy Novel 7:50

10M ago7:50

7:50

Happy Friday! I’ve got chapter 34 of The Dragon Collector ready for you today. It’s not an action-packed chapter, but not every chapter in your book should be filled with non-stop action. Your characters need downtime to recover, and so do your readers. That’s why pacing in a book is so important. Go too fast and pack too much in and you exhaust yo…

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