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EPISODE 36 Should You Trust AI at Auctions?: Can AI really identify antiques and collectibles—or is it creating more problems than it’s solving? This week, Joe, Maureen, and Christian dive into the growing role of AI in the auction world, discussing where it excels, where it falls short, and why human expertise still matters. They also preview an exciting lineup of upcoming auctions featuring vintage Christmas decorations, Christopher Radko ornaments, rare paper collectibles, Disney artwork, Jay Strongwater pieces, and more.
EPISODE 35: Gold Is Booming… Here’s What YOU Need to Know. Joe, Maureen, and Christian kick things off with an important update—Pizza Hut passed the taste test. From there, the conversation spirals into jury duty horror stories, social media algorithms, loud car stereos, and whether anyone actually enjoys baseball.
Episode 34: We Found Civil War Letters That Changed Everything. This week starts with taxes, QuickBooks frustrations, pizza debates, and fast-food nostalgia before taking an unexpected turn into one of the most fascinating historical discussions we’ve ever had on the podcast. Joe, Maureen, and Christian preview an upcoming auction featuring a remarkable Ocean City collection filled with Civil War letters, early maps, military relics, historical documents, and rare paper ephemera. The conversation explores why preserving history matters, how personal letters can reveal changing perspectives over time, and the challenges that come with handling controversial historical artifacts.
Episode 33: This week, Joe and Maureen dive into spring cleaning at the auction house, chaotic estate pickups, and the reality of clearing packed homes filled with antiques, military items, advertising, furniture, and hidden surprises..
EPISODE 32: Turning 52 Hit HARD… Plus Antique Flea Finds & Auctions. Joe and Maureen kick things off with a real conversation about turning 52, aging, and gaining perspective after helping family — a reminder to enjoy life while you can. Then they break down their visit to the New Jersey Flea at the Expo Center, from pricing trends to dealer setups, and what it revealed about today’s antique market. They also dive into the evolution of auctions — from massive live events to today’s online model — and what buyers and resellers are really looking for. Finally, they preview an upcoming horse racing memorabilia auction, featuring Kentucky Derby collectibles, jockey silks, signed items, and more.
Episode 31: Are You Selling Gold Wrong? This week, Joe and Maureen kick things off with a debate sparked by the morning news — are you selling your gold the wrong way? From mailing gold to buyers vs local dealers, they break down what actually gets you the best price and why negotiation matters more than you think.
EPISODE 30: This week Joe, Maureen, and Christian dive into the ever-changing collectibles market as they prepare for upcoming auctions packed with estate jewelry, comic books, and vintage finds. The team talks about the challenges of cataloging large collections, why estate jewelry continues to perform strongly, and how comic book auctions can swing wildly depending on condition, grading, and collector demand. They also share stories from behind the scenes at the auction house — from sorting through massive consignments to discovering unexpected treasures hidden in estates. Plus, the conversation touches on market trends, how collectors decide when to sell, and why auctions remain one of the most exciting ways to uncover value in collectibles.
EPISODE 29: This week, Joe, Maureen, and Christian kick things off with a hilarious (and slightly frozen) warehouse update before diving into the real headline — gold and silver prices are exploding. With gold hovering around $5,000 an ounce and silver reaching historic highs, the team breaks down what’s driving the market, why commemorative coins are suddenly back in demand, and why now may be the time to sell. From jewelry melt value to long-held coin collections, they explain what’s happening behind the scenes — and how these spikes affect auctions in real time.
EPISODE 28: Kevin Smith Auction Recap & Barbie Madness. Joe, and Maureen are back after an exhausting but unforgettable live auction at Smodcastle Cinemas, recapping one of the most exciting in-person sales in years. From Kevin Smith auctioning alongside Joe, surprise bidding wars, and rare movie props to emotional moments with longtime customers, this episode breaks down what really happens behind the scenes when auctions turn into events.
EPISODE 27: Harry Potter Cards, Grading Reveals & Auction Magic! This week, Joe and Maureen welcome special guest Lisa Singer, a former Warner Bros. writer who worked directly in the Harry Potter consumer products division, to reveal the story behind an incredible Harry Potter trading card collection heading to auction.
EPISODE 26: It’s the 2025 Year-in-Review episode, and it’s equal parts hilarious, chaotic, and heartfelt. Joe, Maureen, and Christian look back on the wildest stories of the year — from psychotic cats, childhood Dalmatian disasters, and the great “litter box intervention,” to million-dollar art sales and a $12 million solid gold toilet that somehow was still a bargain.
EPISODE 25: This week, Joe, Maureen, and Matt celebrate Thanksgiving with marching band wins, school drama, and benefit auction stories. Matt talks about becoming a two-time state champion, competing at MetLife Stadium, and the rivalry with Hillsborough. Joe and Maureen look back on years of benefit auctions, including the Mutter Museum Gala and the Metlar-Bodine House — plus the hilarious story of Joe getting “fired” from an elementary school fundraiser over a $20 ticket.
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Get StartedI’m happy with everything Joe and Janet did, you were both informative and were very helpful with the questions I had being that I was never in that position before. Janet’s response time was also positive for me. It was interesting to watch the auction live. I thought you did an amazing job and had a nice banter back and forth. You seem to be a good team! Thank you for all your hard work and making this difficult time of letting my deceased father’s collectibles go an easy experience.
I would like to thank you for including me in your online sale.
Everything from none contact drop off, to none contact pick up, was handled with the outmost professionalism.
I appreciated your clear communication after the sale with a printout and an explanation of when I’ll receive my check.
Overall I was very please with the prices my jewelry achieved, some lot went for less then I expected, others went for more, it’s all in the average.
Thank you very much
I come to your auctions often. You and your staff are great. Your change to an online auction on 4/9 is just another testament to your fine character and being thoughtful of others. The items are great no doubt, but a big reason I keep coming back is due to the culture you have created. Thank you. Art
Thank You Joe! We Had a Very Good Experience With Your Team! 8/15/19
Sold in July 18, 2019 sale and Overall Pleased!
I received the proceeds from the Auction and wanted to again thank you and your team. Everything went so smoothly and you all did such a great job from start to finish.This was an overwhelming experience for me and you made everything so easy. I have been recommending you to everyone!
Thank you again for helping me; your kindness was very much appreciated.
Five Stars!
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Love this service! Great deals if you know what to look for!
As I said once before, Wonderful People Work here. Thanks too all for your constant help. One Huge Look Auction!