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Marked Out Radio
by Marked Out Collectibles
Marked Out Radio covers the world of autograph collecting - from autograph conventions and private signings to staking out hotel lobbies and airports, all from the perspective of the guys at MarkedOutCollectibles.com, who have been involved in the autograph scene for over 20 years. markedoutradio.substack.com
Episodes
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 119 - New York Comic Con 2026 Report
In this episode, we give our full report on the biggest convention of the year, New York Comic Con. Are we happy with how it turned out? Did the Combo Gods smile upon us? Listen and find out! We also discuss: * Scorsese gets spooked on the street! * Lillard shills liquor! * Little Rat gets…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 118 - Does Size Matter? The Case Against 8x10 Prints
In this episode, we finally get into why neither of us is interested in collecting 8x10 photos. We also discuss: * Sean gives a Hall of Fame induction speech for Matt Cardona! * Dana become a scummy street dealer! * A fan goes to Randy Orton’s home, echoing Class316’s trip to case de Savage! *…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 117 - Collector Jealousy and Photo Op Hoarding
In this episode, we expand on previous conversations regarding the importance of keeping your collection “exclusive.” How important is it to have photo ops that nobody else has? Is a photo op devalued when a rare name gets booked for a convention or book signing? We also discuss: * Danny Pintauro...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 116 - Fan Expo Dallas Part Deux
In this episode, we report on our second day in Dallas for Fan Expo, during which we visited the site of the JFK assassination. We also discuss: * Fan Expo Dallas and SpaceCon San Antonio are set to go head to head! * Debating whether breast implants are collectible! * Why it’s important not to...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 115 - On Location at Fan Expo Dallas Meeting Nicolas Cage and More
In this episode, we report on Fan Expo Dallas, on location in Dallas, Texas. We talk about all the hits of the con, from Nicolas Cage to the Young Guns, and so much more. We also discuss: * Chiller Theatre introduces new ticketing fees with its new (old) location! * Why do the Combo Gods keep...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 114 - What Makes a Top Tier Convention Guest?
In this episode, we talk about how Idina Menzel being added to NYCC, and whether she is considered a top tier, A+ guest. We also discuss: * Reminiscing about $450 Stallone photo ops! * Chicago has a hot weekend coming up in November! * Celebworx brings on the waterworx in its defense of Shannon...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 113 - Charging More for Premium Items
In this episode, we talk about how far the premium item game has come, with even low level con guests charging more for anything other than an 8x10. We also discuss: * Jackson Drake and the Vanity Project take home all the NXT gold! * Several celebrity deaths, including Tim Curry, Dolly Parton…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 112 - Meeting Keanu Reeves
In this episode, we talk about Sean’s wacky adventure, trying to pull off two meet and greets at the same time. Find out if he pulled it off! We also discuss: * Liviyah private signing is complete! * Dana throws a tantrum and shreds his Lost print! * Visiting the Home Alone and Uncle Buck houses…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 111 - Fan Expo Chicago Night One with The Little Rat
In this episode, we come to you on location in Chicago, IL after night one of Fan Expo Chicago, and are joined for the whole show by none other than The Little Rat himself, Zach Linder. We give all the ins and outs of the first night of Fan Expo, as well as: * Matt Lillard gets ambushed at a Q&A!…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 110 - The Era of Fan Expo
In this episode, we discuss the impact that Fan Expo has had on the con scene, as well as some of their business practices, including mass cancellations. We also discuss: * Dana and his Hasbros survive his Jamaican vacation! * Are Dogstar VIP photos being edited? * More cons ban Meta glasses…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 109 - 18 Years of Marking Out
In this episode, we discuss the 18-year Facebook Friend-iversary of our hosts Sean and Dana, and how our perceptions of the hobby have changed over time. We also discuss: * Dana’s totally irresponsible approach to travel! * Epic/Leap’s new photo op policy (at least for Nic Cage)! * Snoop takes…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 108 - Can Small Cons Survive?
In this slightly delayed episode, we discuss the death of Chiller Theatre promoter Kevin Clement and focus on the difference between cons promoted as small businesses vs. those promoted by corporations. We also discuss: * Dana hits Fanatics Fest NYC! * People criticizing how much others spend! *...
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Marked Out Radio - 107 - The Jurassic Park Reunion that Never Was
In this episode, we discuss how the death of Sam Neill this week dashes any hope of a Jurassic Park con reunion, and how con promoters continue to drop the ball on organizing important, meaningful reunions. We also discuss: * Dana hits Fanatics Fest NYC! * Virtual autograph tables?! * eBay buyers...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 106 - Meeting Lin Manuel Miranda
In this episode, we describe our adventure meeting Lin Manuel Miranda on the street. We also discuss: * Dana Does Doink Drama! * Rock and other celebs who are only nice when cameras are rolling! * Cons that host weddings?! * Would we ever do a live show? * Do people buy signed selfies? * New AJ...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 105 - Meet & Greet with Snoop Dogg
In this episode, we go into detail about the last minute Meet & Greet we attended with Snoop Dogg. We also discuss: * Livvy Dunne cries about being famous! * Lots of our listeners seem to like Dave Portnoy! * The TPA world is in a state of upheaval! * Tons of reports from all over the USA! *…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 104 - Is the NYCC lineup a dud?
In this episode, we chat about Sean’s new project for storing and preserving his poster collection. We also discuss: * Dana meets Knicks star Landry Shamet and feasts at a buffet! * The Shawn Michaels mail-in comes and goes, and Dana’s Hasbro remains unsigned! * Jalen Brunson photo ops are priced...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 103 - Long-Term Poster Storage
In this episode, we chat about Sean’s new project for storing and preserving his poster collection. We also discuss: * Dana sells the autographs to break even on various meet and greets! * Little Rat goes to war with an autograph vendor! * Cons try new carny attempts to make money from guests! *...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 102 - Sci-Fi Valley Con in Altoona, PA!
In this episode, we hear the full story of our 13-hour round trip drive to Sci-Fi Valley Con in Altoona, PA! We also discuss: * Dana judges the quality of live professional podcasts! * Captain Kangaroo defeats Leap ticketing and gets a deserved refund! * The Combo Gods smite Dana and Mr. T…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 101 - It's Still Combo Hunting to Me
In this episode, we hear the story of how Dana catastrophically failed to meet Billy Joel this week. We also discuss: * Others get Billy Joel! * Dana has some street graphing success in NYC! * Chicago Fan Expo teases huge con guest, lots of speculation arises! * Nicolas Cage charges $400 per...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 100 - The Gang's All Here
The Marked Out crew celebrates 100 episodes in style by interviewing a wide variety of Marked Out Personalities as well as the usual combo hunting antics: * An interview with Greg2600! * An interview with “Little Rat” Zach Linder! * An interview with the King of Whatnot, Rockin’ with Dan! * An...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 99 - Should Meta Glasses be BANNED?
The Marked Out guys discuss the recent reports that several cons and con agents are looking to ban Meta glasses and other smart recording devices. They also discuss: * Sean buys a new signed Jurassic Park print! * Dana buys the red card Undertaker Hasbro! * Jakob Dylan of the Wallflowers is a…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 98 - Why Do Some Talent Always Cancel?
The Marked Out guys discuss the recent cancellation by Alan Ritchson from Space Con and dig into exactly why high profile cancellations happen all the time. They also discuss: * Sean snags a pristine complete American Idiot vinyl! * Dana meets the Road Dogg on Mother’s Day! * Fanatics Fest…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 97 - With a Broken Freakin' Neck
The Marked Out guys geek out over a hypothetical music only con and divulge whether they would ever run a con themselves. We also discuss: * Are photo bombs valid? * Being the only attendee at a meet and greet * Ted Turner dies at 87 * Sean would rather buy Sumo Citrus Mandarins than meet Jet Li…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 96 - International Travel for Combos??
The Marked Out crew answers a truly dire question: How far would we travel for combos? We also discuss: * Jet Li’s book signings cause a ruckus at the airport! * Sean and Dana have separately busy weekends combo hunting! * And much more! Upcoming Signings: * Nothing for now Support the Show: *...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 95 - Chiller Theatre Expo Spring 2026
The Marked Out crew hits Chiller Theatre 2026! We also discuss: * Many fans and listeners hit Vegas for Wrestlemania week! * Street graphing legend Jason sadly passes away! * James Franco private signing is announced - is a con run on the horizon? * And much more! Upcoming Signings: * Nothing for...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 94 - How do Con Guest Bookings Work?
We finally sit down and explain the economics of booking a con guest, as the issue has come up multiple times recently. We also discuss: * Fans blame female wrestlers for getting molested at wrestling cons! * Randy Orton gets swarmed at the Wrestlemania hotel! * The Little Rat navigates a tricky...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 93 - Steel City Con w/Roseanne, Arquette & More
The Marked Out crew invades Monroeville, PA for Steel City Con, seeing such luminaries as Tom Kenny, Roseanne Barr, Patricia Arquette, William Shatner, and more! We also talk about: * Mr. Ira gets face time on TV wearing a Marked Out shirt! * Vin gets an expensive mail-in return tainted by a dead...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 92 - Chill Out Expo Report
The Marked Out guys had a great Chill Out Expo, including signings with Brooke Shields and Boy George. We also discuss: * Debbe Dunning charges $20 for hugs at Chill Out Expo! * Dana does bulk with the cast of the Fresh Prince! * The first official Sharpie Social occurs in Whippany! * The crew...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 91 - How to Prep for a Mail-In Signing
As we begin the countdown to episode 100, we discuss how to prepare items for mail-in autograph signings. We also discuss: * Sean has a Sophie’s Choice between Simple Plan and Keanu Reeves! * Sean’s Bernie Sanders display is…on display! * Dana replaces his faded Patrick Wilson print! * Casey...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 90 - The Big Event NY w/ Rick The Model Martel
This week our 90th weekly episode, we discuss our fantastic private signing with Rick Martel after The Big Event NY show. We also discuss: * Marked Out Collectibles launches a private signing with Boy George! * Dana mocks The Good Doctor’s use of AI! * Chuck Norris dies! * Jeff Goldblum private...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 89 - Are autographs assets or sentimental trinkets?
This week, we discuss the inherent value of autographs, and whether some are just worth tossing in the trash. We also discuss: * Marked Out Collectibles launches a private signing with Brooke Shields! * We learn the definition of a switcheroo! * We debate the best line placement when waiting for…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 88 - Report on Monster Mania 66, Cherry Hill, NJ
This week, we give our full Marked Out Report on Monster Mania 66, which took place in Cherry Hill, NJ! We also discuss: * Marked Out Radio launches merchandise on PWTees.com * Christian Bale signs autographs for everyone on earth! * Bruce Campbell has cancer, but Dana worries about combos! *…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 87 - What the heck is an invalid autograph?
This week, we discuss the concept of the “invalid” autograph, as defined on the old Marked Out board. We also discuss: * The Marked Out Autograph Collecting Community hits 5000 users! * A Sean pays over $800 for Jeff Goldblum! * Dana wants all future photo ops to include his mom! * Benedict...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 86 - Convention Craziness
This week, we discuss crazy antics in the con world from both promoters and fans. We also discuss: * Marked Out Collectibles attempts an inventory audit and Sean tries to wrap his head around Dana’s collecting methods! * Convention All-Stars goes on the attack against a fan who ripped them off at…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 85 - The Mail Away Conundrum
This week, we discuss our own personal dilemmas regarding mailing away expensive pieces to be signed at private signings. We also discuss: * Catherine O’Hara TTM returns from beyond the grave! * Chris Gethard claims that the The Office Reunion con ripped him off! * Mark Hamill’s premium pricing...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 84 - Nick Jonas hand prints, and more!
This week, Nick Jonas made headlines by offering music with his handprint on it instead of an autograph. We discuss this along with the following: * Sean doubles down on the star power of Brooke Shields! * Check out RVD’s impression of Shawn Michaels! * Dana keeps returning stuff he buys on eBay!…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 83 - Is Brooke Shields the Biggest Con Guest Ever?
This week, Chill Out Expo shocked the world by announcing the very first con appearance of Brooke Shields. We discuss the fallout of that announcement, as well as the following: * Comedy phenom Catherine O’Hara dies * Allen Iverson smites kids with cancer! * Mutants invade the Marked Out…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 82 - Marked Out Moral Compass
This week, we ran our first ad, and it raised some questions, namely our boundaries when accepting advertising dollars. We tackle this question, as well as the following: * Dana’s Mets fandom is slipping! * Greg2600 attends the Hollywood Show! * Dave Mustaine and Michael Richards are making...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 81 - Vanity Project Signs with WWE
By now, everyone knows that the Vanity Project - Jackson Drake, Brad Baylor, and Ricky Smokes - have signed full WWE contracts and will be appearing on the NXT brand (for now). We discuss this incredible development, but also speak about the following: * The Marked Out Autograph Collecting...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 80 - The Rise of Gemini AI Photos
In this episode, we discuss the further proliferation of the mint green rolling cart! We also discuss: * Fanatics Fest drops its first round of guests! * Corey Feldman keeps raising prices! * Which of us is more knowledgeable about autographs! * Justin Dhillon of The Wrestling Classic podcast is...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 79 - Ode to a Mint Green Rolling Cart
In this episode, we discuss the further proliferation of the mint green rolling cart! We also discuss: * Ken Con is a success! * What we got for Christmas this year! * Why low ballers are infuriating! * Justin Dhillon of The Wrestling Classic podcast is still a cowardly thief! * And much more!...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 78 - 2025 in Review
In this episode, we discuss our ups and downs from 2025! We also talk about: * DMC is all over the Tri-State area! * Google form to nominate our year end award winners is available! https://forms.gle/GpSpqUGCnsE47joQ9 * Justin Dhillon of The Wrestling Classic podcast is still a cowardly thief! *...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 77 - Announcing the Year End Awards
In this episode, we reveal the categories for our Marked Out Year End Awards! We also talk about: * The death of Rob Reiner! * Dana keeps spending money! * Mick Foley steps away from WWE! * We once again debate the value of getting our items authenticated! * Justin Dhillon of The Wrestling…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 76 - Underage Photo Ops?!
In this episode, we answer several listener questions, including one about our personal feelings regarding taking photo ops with child actors. We also talk about: * The death of a wrestling con legend! * Johnny Depp causes chaos at Tokyo Comic Con! * Bryan Cranston does a meet and greet! * We...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 75 - Our Con Mount Rushmore
In this episode, we answer a listener question about our personal con Mt. Rushmore! We also talk about: * Lots of Steel City Reports! * Radio Man! * Bryan Cranston does a meet and greet! * Lots of interesting folks join the Marked Out Autograph Collecting Community! * Justin Dhillon of The...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 74 - Back to the listener mailbag!
In this episode, we discuss a fantastic listener question about how we curate our own collections! We also talk about: * Dana hits Barnes and Noble for Black Friday! * Hotel stalkers go viral! * Jimmy Hart loses his megaphone! * Blaustein gets in more hot water with the ladies! * Justin Dhillon…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 73 - Infamous AI Videos
In this episode, we discuss the controversy over photo ops being used to create AI videos and AJ Lee’s claims of harassment! We also talk about: * Marked Out hits Monster Mania Con in Oaks, PA * The fallout from Big Event - Ken goes viral regarding private signing with Goldberg * Sean’s…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 72 - Big Event NY and Rhode Island Comic Con
In this episode, we get to our Rhode Island Comic Con report from last week as well as our Big Event NY report from this week! We also talk about: * Reactions to last week’s interview with Class316 * Last minute travel changes add some intrigue to our Big Event NY experience! * Dana loses his…
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 71 - Interview with Class316
In this episode, recorded on location in Providence, Rhode Island, we intended to have a brief interview with Class316 and then move on to discuss our adventure at Rhode Island Comic Con as well as other stories from the convention world. However, the interview took such a turn and we were so...
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Marked Out Radio - Episode 70 - You Spent HOW Much??
In this episode, we a answer a burning question from our listener mail bag: just how much have we spent on the hobby? We also talk about: * Reese Witherspoon changes the rules midstream! * Married…With Children Reunion with NO VIP! * Dinner with Gene Simmons! * Class316 breaks the internet again…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Marked Out Radio covers the world of autograph collecting - from autograph conventions and private signings to staking out hotel lobbies and airports, all from the perspective of the guys at MarkedOutCollectibles.com, who have been involved in the autograph scene for over 20 years.
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Marked Out Radio covers the world of autograph collecting - from autograph conventions and private signings to staking out hotel lobbies and airports, all from the perspective of the guys at MarkedOutCollectibles.com, who have been involved in the autograph scene for over 20 years....
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