Best Design Picnic Podcasts (2024)

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EP 10 - Turning A Corner 47:19

8M ago47:19

47:19

In this climactic finale of Lonely Boy, Freddy finds hope as his formidable father leaves home, an unexpected message is delivered by one of the Eagle Girls, and he travels to Omaha to see his painting showcased in an art exhibition. (47 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order…

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EP 9 - Now In Stereo 35:18

8M ago35:18

35:18

Following an explosive episode at home, Freddy's relationship with Jill deepens as they uncover a shared understanding of the same heartbreaking truth. (35 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order for the best experience. Thanks! Featured Track: Sophocles Written and Performed …

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EP 8 - A Talent For Being Late 46:53

8M ago46:53

46:53

After Jill makes Freddy late for class, Freddy and Patrick perform at the talent show and get an unwelcome surprise that overshadows their debut. (47 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order for the best experience. Thanks! Featured Track: Let's Run Away (And Leave This Town) W…

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EP 7 - Night Of The Rifle 1:00:52

8M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Once his watercolor reaches its breathtaking completion, Freddy sees RJ through fresh eyes and helps his brother Patrick write a song. That night, Freddy's dad casts a long, menacing shadow. (61 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order for the best experience. Thanks! Featured …

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EP 6 - Halftime 45:57

9M ago45:57

45:57

The birthday party of Freddy's brother takes an unexpected turn, causing chaos that his mother must handle. Later that night, during halftime of a football game, Freddy experiences an extraordinary encounter with Jill. (46 mins) Featured Track: Straight Talk Written and Performed by Matt Geiler Audio Design and Editing by Edison Geiler Produced by …

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EP 5 - How To Be A Man In Two Weeks Or Less 52:14

9M ago52:14

52:14

A gathering storm sees Freddy grapple with his fears about manhood, encounter a potential first romance, receive a generous artistic gift, and awaken to the harsh reality of his mother's suffering. (52 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order for the best experience. Thanks! Fe…

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EP 4 - Entering The Art Room 39:24

9M ago39:24

39:24

Following his mother’s vigilant defense of a distressed girl on the school steps, Freddy meets a perceptive art teacher who senses his talent and gives him an extraordinary opportunity. (39 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and go from there for the best experience. Thanks! Featured Track: …

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EP 3 - Too Hot For Catch 46:23

9M ago46:23

46:23

Frightened by a series of harrowing events, Freddy realizes his father's icy heart is beyond his reach and he is powerless to protect his mother from the impending storm that threatens her safety. (47 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and go from there for the best experience. Thanks! Featu…

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BONUS EP: Three Ways to Support Lonely Boy 1:49

9M ago1:49

1:49

We've been getting lots of questions about how to help, so here are three things you can do right now to support Lonely Boy. Hit subscribe Tell your friends about this Lonely Boy Podcast and the album. Go to Podcaster.com, search up Lonely Boy, and leave us a positive review. Thank you so much for your support! NOTE: This podcast is meant to be lis…

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BONUS EP: Thank you so much! 1:33

9M ago1:33

1:33

We are so amazed at the outpouring of love for Lonely Boy! This project has been a labor of love several years in the making, so we are sending some HUGE shout outs to some very special people who helped make it a reality. NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and listen in order for the best experie…

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EP 1 - Summerfall 20:50

10M ago20:50

20:50

Pop sensation Frederick Julius guests on the Pop & Power podcast promoting his album, Lonely Boy. In a vivid recall, he's whisked back to the summer of 1987, the time before everything changed. (21 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with this episode and listen in order for the best experience. Thanks! Fea…

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EP 2 - More Than Holding Hands 40:20

10M ago40:20

40:20

An unexpected party invitation introduces Freddy and his friends to the notorious Eagle Girls, unveiling a world beyond their wildest imaginations. (40 mins) NOTE: This podcast is meant to be listened to in sequence. Please start with episode 1 and go from there for the best experience. Thanks! Featured Track: Eagle Girls Written and Performed by M…

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Lonely Boy Trailer 1:44

10M ago1:44

1:44

Get to know Lonely Boy, a 10-episode fictional coming-of-age audio drama about pop sensation Frederick Julius as he takes a musical rewind through the defining moments of his youth. Each Friday we drop a new 25-30 minute episode including a fresh indie pop track inspired by his story. From grappling with his dad's misdeeds to mastering middle schoo…

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Collecting Silver Coins Housewares and Jewelry 33:03

1+ y ago33:03

33:03

Today I have my great friend Ed and he's here to tell us all about collecting silver! Whether you collect coins or rings, this episode is for you! Connect with me RetroChalet.etsy.com Find me on TikTok Sponsored by: VikingsinMaineBy Cindy Fahnestock-Schafer, Guest Ed

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Vintage Trailer Boutique for Antiques and Collectibles 18:09

2y ago18:09

18:09

Look what I found, Corn Crib Clothing Boutique, in form of a vintage trailer. What a great side hustle idea. Listen to this great idea to take your antiques or collectibles to the next level. Special Guest: Alicia Marie See my video of the trailer here: https://www.tiktok.com/@retrochalet/video/7125495830961835306 Save 10% on any purchase from Retr…

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Steri-Lite Sterilite Plastic Picnic Sets Collecting 18:30

2y ago18:30

18:30

A quick podcast about my love for Sterilite, and a rare plastic picnic set. I have written a huge article with collecting tips and have pictures of this set here on my Melmac Central blog: Melmac Central Vintage Melmac Dinnerware and Plastics Fantastic Collecting Site : Steri-Lite Plastic STERILITE COMPANY Connections to Tupperware (retrochalet.blo…

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Dungeons and Dragons with DM Blair of Relief Buddies 28:06

2y ago28:06

28:06

I had such a great time visiting DM Blair (Dungeon Master Blair) who taught me a little bit about the very collectible and vintage world of Dungeons and Dragons. Blair not only has been gaming in D&D since it's inception, but makes his own cast houses and characters. See Blair making his work on my tik tok links below. Find all the links to the sho…

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Apothecary Medical Collectibles , Dandelion Face Oil Recipe 34:39

2y ago34:39

34:39

Episode 25 is here! I love collecting old medical and apothecary collectibles, so find out my top five picks that maintain their value that you should nab up on when you find them! Also, as part of this episode, you can get my top secret recipe to make your own Dandelion Face Oil. This is a great inexpensive way to treat your skin to something natu…

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Matchbox Cars Moko Lesney Vintage Collecting Mashup 25:59

2y ago25:59

25:59

Today we have a mashup edition on collecting Moko Lesney and Lesney Products famous Matchbox Cars! Listen to the podcast to find out more about this great collectible we know and love Special guest Ed shares his stories! More reading: About Moko Toy Company: Moko Lesney Toys History (mokolesneymatchbox.com) More reading : About Lesney Products Hist…

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Why Are My Etsy Shop Sales Down (The Answers) 10:47

2y ago10:47

10:47

I have been getting a lot of messages about Etsy sales being low, and in response to my previous podcasts I'm explaining the factors as to why. In the meantime, stay vintage and stay wonderful. For great vintage, Visit my Friend: MettlesomeMeans | Etsy Connect with me: TikTok Twitter Etsy I also have a Paranormal Podcast! Check it out. and these I …

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European and Cottage Collectibles Mettlesome Means on Etsy 26:54

2y ago26:54

26:54

Inspired by podcast sponsor Mettlesome Means Etsy Shop, I talk clean lines and functional European Collectibles - what to collect and what's hot. What can be used in a cottage as well as a mansion, how to find the look! Visit my friend at MettlesomeMeans on Etsy! For great art and home decor! Connect with me on TikTok, Twitter or My Etsy shop! I ra…

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Gettysburg Pennsylvania Antiques Collectibles Civil War History 26:57

2+ y ago26:57

26:57

I took a tour of Gettysburg and share a little history with you; explaining why Gettysburg collectibles are sought after. Anyone who has not visited there, should in my opinion, to get a better understanding of this amazing yet truly shocking part of our country's history (when you think from the point of how many casualties in such a small town) w…

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Etsy Fee Increase Survival Ideas for Etsy Sellers PART TWO Lightbringer Designs 24:49

2+ y ago24:49

24:49

As promised, I am giving you new direction to succeed in your Etsy shop in regards to the most recent hike in Etsy seller fees which takes place April 11, 2022. In my opinion Etsy is still the best place to sell, unless you have an already established shop with lots of supportive niche customers and decide to take your store elsewhere : Example Thr…

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Etsy Fee Increase Leads to Angry Etsy Sellers, Etsy Strike, Lightbringer Designs Wax Seals PART ONE 44:03

2+ y ago44:03

44:03

Part one of two, special Episode on Etsy's latest fee hike which takes place April 11, 2022 from a 5% sales fee to 6.5% sales fee, and how some sellers are organizing an #EtsyStrike, which is now all over Twitter, Discord, and has it's own website EtsyStrike.org. Seller's anger is making news such as MSN Market News, The Street and The Verge, and m…

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Five and Dime Stores Woolworths 1950s 28:52

2+ y ago28:52

28:52

CoHost Pat takes us into a walk back in time in a vintage 1950s five and dime. You may be suprised what they sold in the dime store! Oh what fun it must have been to be able to spend your allowance in the five and dime! This episode sponsored by Pat's both PP in Serendipity Antiques, Find them: Serendipity Antiques, Shrewsbury click here--> 2 N Mai…

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Vintage Books: Save them from Extinction 17:14

2+ y ago17:14

17:14

For the love of old books, I love them and am giving you some ideas on what books to look for, which to covet and how to use them. Connect with On my other podcasts: Paranormal Chalet and Nature Chalet Shop RetroChalet for the coolest vintage finds. I also run the Melmac Central website where you can learn about cool vintage plastics. Follow me on …

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Collecting Peter Max Designs, Art, & Antiques 19:33

2+ y ago19:33

19:33

Ed & I absolutely adore all things Peter Max, we have an informal discussion on Peter Max's timeless designs through the years. Peter, we love you <3 Connect with me : Etsy Shop TikTok Instagram Twitter I havee recently hosted a paranormal Podcast you may like : Paranormal Chalet I have a vintage plastics site: MelmacCentral.com…

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PaperFloDesign Etsy Seller Story SVG & Vintage French Post Cards PaperFloDesigns.com 26:41

2+ y ago26:41

26:41

In this episode I have a chance to interview Naa Ardua , SVG artisan who has a wonderful inspiring Etsy story that all online sellers should listen to. Her success story is exactly what I've been preaching to Etsians all along, --- so tune in! Her designs are vintage style and whimsical and she teaches us a bit about the SVG world which is open wit…

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Boontonware Melmac Belle Kogan Vintage Melamine 25:33

2+ y ago25:33

25:33

Finally I get to talking about what I love, and that's plastic, In this episode, we talk about Boontonware, made by Boonton Molding Company that was then located on Myrtle Avenue in Boonton, New Jersey. Belle Kogan's gorgeous design with her widely popular Boonton Belle and Scandia in the Patrician line are some of my favorite things. Enjoy a littl…

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Vintage Valentine's Day Collecting 29:54

2+ y ago29:54

29:54

VIntage Valentines and VIntage Valentines Day PostCards, how romantic! LIsten as Ed and I discuss the top vintage collectibles for Valentine's Day! You can see my curated public list at RetroChalet on Etsy simply go to my favorites and click on my Valentines Day Podcast Picks! Retro Chalet on Etsy Connect on TikTok @RetroChalet Welcome to our 14th …

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Victorian Homes and Haunted Houses 33:39

2+ y ago33:39

33:39

For the love of all things Victorian! This episode discusses vintage Victorian era homes and all things spooky about them. I grew up in a late 1800s farmhouse and later bought my first home that was built in 1927 and haunted. Now I share proof in the pudding that other Victorian homes have been haunted too, and why the romance and love for them exi…

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Etsy Algorithm SEO Shop Tips and Happy 2022 23:39

2+ y ago23:39

23:39

Living a Vintage Life today and always! Season Two is here, I'll recap what we've done in Season One looking back at the first season's 11 episodes. I'll tell you my New Years Vintage Resolutions and then talk about Etsy Shop SEO and Algorithm. CALLING ETSY SELLERS! Do you know an Etsy shop who would like to be considered for an on air interview? C…

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VIntage Christmas Gifts, KangaRoos Shoes, PIxies and Elves, Kindness Matters 36:58

2+ y ago36:58

36:58

In this episode I discuss with special guest Ed the thrifter, the top five vintage Christmas gifts you can get for the vintage lover! Which is your favorite pick? You will have to listen to the episode to find out mine! I also discuss vintage shoes, and my secret crush on my vintage KangaRoos shoes. I also give a special shout out to Aussies who ar…

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Maine Country Cabin Primitives Top Ten Decorating Ideas 41:03

2+ y ago41:03

41:03

For this episode I went off grid to the backwoods of Maine. What’s more of a Northern Exposure than exploring the top ten vintage decorating items for collecting or use in your cabin or country home? I obtained these ideas from my own cabin in eas from my time in Danforth, Maine, and have posted a lot of great photos on my TikTok and Instagram. I h…

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Avant Garde Decorating, Collecting Old Records 30:07

2+ y ago30:07

30:07

Avant Garde Decorating So just what is Avant Garde Decorating and how do you do it? We'll discuss that in this simple easy to understand terms, and point you to a place to look for some items for your home. Shout out to our sponsor of this episode SilverMagnoliasShop on Etsy. Nothing wrong with a little bling and color in your life! Check out their…

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Turner Art Prints, Trending Farm House Decor Weddings, Old Wood Blocks 27:24

3y ago27:24

27:24

In this episode I discuss Turner Art Prints and the Turner Mfg Company, what to look for, their value and how to find them, not to be confused with modern Turner prints, these particular ones I talk about were made from the 1940s, although the company spans thirty years into the 1970s. See one here : Click here to Go to Etsy See video of them here:…

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Halloween Collectibles Special Spooky Episode 34:22

3y ago34:22

34:22

Just as we ramp up for Halloween, join Ed & I talking about Halloween collectibles. From paper mache to post cards, learn how to spot old vs new and some items to look for. If you like halloween and spook, make sure to subscribe to Paranormal Chalet podcast! ED FOUND A RARE HALLOWEEN COLLECTIBLE! Listen in to find out what! Spooky/Creepy Music cour…

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Collecting Fire King and Pyrex and Plastic Bag Rugs 31:14

3y ago31:14

31:14

TOP PODCAST EPISODE! In this episode we get into the wonders of old borosilicate glassware , bakeware and fired on ware such as Pyrex, Fire King . Why has this stood the test of time in the collectibles market? We also talk about plastic rag rugs, which are actually made from plastic bags, hence the name Plastic Bag Rugs. These are a great way to r…

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How to Make Money with Art for Artists, On Etsy, Special Episode 27:36

3y ago27:36

27:36

So many artists, so little time, what to do to get your art sold and noticed? You can now hear what worked for me in this special episode. If you are an artist, photographer, painter, jewelry maker, assemblage or mixed media artist, I'll share my story. I found a home for my art on Etsy, at little start up cost and it paid off. I will tell you my s…

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Repurposing Glass Jars, Collecting Antiques & Why We Collect, Flea Market Tips, DeCluttering Special Episode 38:50

3y ago38:50

38:50

UPCYCLING GLASS JARS Today's episode is a special one, as I talk about repurposing into daily life, and how important it is to live a greener life. Upset that my local community stopped recycling glass jars, bottles, and the like , I discuss how to reuse glass jars. Hear my tips for reuse of these common household items. COLLECTING I then move on t…

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Texasware Texas Ware Melamine, Taylor Smith Taylor, Mystery Architectural Window Cluster Decorating 31:36

3y ago31:36

31:36

I'm so glad you're here. Find all photos of this episode on the RetroChalet Instagram! I also host two other podcasts, NatureChalet and ParanormalChalet! LIsten in! In this episode: Find out some inside scoop about the Melmac Melamine Giant Texasware, as told to me by former employees and a plastics factory manager in Canada. More information and f…

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Stamp Collecting, Floral Platters Unique Decorating Ideas 28:19

3y ago28:19

28:19

Finally, a real Episode One with guests! Come with me as I talk to Ed, our thrifting expert about Vintage Stamp Collecting. Once a hobby I may thought of as boring, can prove to be a rewarding learning experience for kids and parents alike! Then we go to Miss Pat, our design guru who tells us what to do with vintage ceramic floral platters - and yo…

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Melmac Dinnerware, Old Jewelry Boxes and Antique Knobs Repurposed into Home Decor 39:38

3y ago39:38

39:38

Melmac Attack! Retro Chalet's Living a Vintage Life episode 1 is a raw uncut podcast which encompasses vintage and living retro in your daily life! This episode talks about the history and world of retro Melmac dinnerware dating back to the Melmac trade name by America Cyanamid. Brought to you by Editor of Melmac Central . It also talks about the v…

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