About this podcast
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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Episodes
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- Marked Out Radio - Episode 123 - When Should you BAIL on your con plans??? · 2 h 13 minIn this episode, we discuss bailing on Rhode Island Comic Con due to its eviscerated lineup. When is it time to cut bait and run on a con? We also discuss: * Dana continues to…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 122 - The Rhode Island Comic Con Michael Douglas Scandal · 2 h 46 minIn this episode, we discuss the absolute treachery of Rhode Island Comic Con canceling its headline guest less than a week before the show. We also discuss: * Dana hits another…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 121 - Countdown to Chiller Theatre Con · 1 h 57 minIn this episode, we discuss our plans for Chiller Theatre Con! We also discuss: * Dana skips Jane Leeves at Bookends! * Have the Combo Gods had enough of Ric Flair? * Jay Z racks…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 120 - Etiquette at Private Events · 1 h 58 minIn this episode, we discuss the ridiculous events that led to our skipping a private event with John Malkovich and Ethan Hawke. Did we handle it correctly? We also discuss: *…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 119 - New York Comic Con 2026 Report · 2 h 27 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 118 - Does Size Matter? The Case Against 8x10 Prints · 1 h 48 minIn 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! *…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 117 - Collector Jealousy and Photo Op Hoarding · 2 h 25 minIn 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?…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 116 - Fan Expo Dallas Part Deux · 2 h 23 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 115 - On Location at Fan Expo Dallas Meeting Nicolas Cage and More · 2 h 12 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 114 - What Makes a Top Tier Convention Guest? · 2 h 30 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 113 - Charging More for Premium Items · 2 h 28 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 112 - Meeting Keanu Reeves · 2 h 30 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 111 - Fan Expo Chicago Night One with The Little Rat · 2 h 34 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 110 - The Era of Fan Expo · 2 h 15 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 109 - 18 Years of Marking Out · 2 h 30 minIn 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: *…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 108 - Can Small Cons Survive? · 1 h 56 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - 107 - The Jurassic Park Reunion that Never Was · 2 h 8 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 106 - Meeting Lin Manuel Miranda · 2 h 4 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 105 - Meet & Greet with Snoop Dogg · 2 h 14 minIn 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…
- Marked Out Radio - Episode 104 - Is the NYCC lineup a dud? · 1 h 44 minIn 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…
