Collector's Call

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  • 2019
  • 4 Seasons
  • 7.7  (114)

Collector's Call is a unique show that delves into the realm of collectors and their prized possessions. Me-TV launched this show in 2019 with Lisa Whelchel as the host. If you think it's just another show that explores antiques, coins, and stamps, you couldn't be more wrong. Collector's Call showcases a vast range of eclectic collections from around the country, each with its unique story behind it.

Lisa Whelchel has a background in reality TV, and her hosting skills are unmatched. Throughout the show, she interviews different collectors and their prized possessions, diving deep into why and how they started collecting. Every episode follows the same format, starting with Lisa visiting a collector's home, discussing their passions, and culminating in a massive collector's roundtable.

One of the unique aspects of Collector's Call is the diversity of the collectors and the collections featured on the show. From a retired prison guard's extensive Disney collection to an old Post Office transformed into a toy museum, the range of collections is mind-boggling. It's fascinating to see the devotion and care these collectors put into their prized possessions. The collectors also come from different backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles, and their stories are incredibly compelling.

Another exciting aspect of this show is the behind-the-scenes look at how these massive collections are organized and displayed. The audience gets a glimpse into the collectors' homes and see how they transformed their living spaces to accommodate their collection. Whether it's a wall-full of Pez dispensers or a massive collection of vintage lunch boxes, it's a treat to see how these collectors show their collections off.

Collector's Call also features expert appraisers from various fields who shed light on the value and history of the items in a collection. It's intriguing to see how these experts evaluate each piece and how that affects the collector's passion for the piece. The collectors' emotions and their stories behind each item are what make this show unique and engaging.

The final segment of Collector's Call is the roundtable, where Lisa sits down with the collector and other collectors with similar collections. The collectors talk about their passions and share their insights and tips on how to add new items to their collections. It's fascinating to see the interaction among the collectors and how they inspire each other to continue collecting.

It's incredibly refreshing to see a show that celebrates people's passions and devotions to collecting. Each episode of Collector's Call is different, but the theme of the show remains the same - collectors are unique, passionate people who derive great joy from collecting.

In conclusion, Collector's Call is a fantastic show that showcases a wide range of collectors and their magnificent collections. From the hosting skills of Lisa Whelchel to the roundtable discussions featuring real collectors, this Me-TV show is unlike any other. If you're a fan of collecting or even just curious about the hobby, you won't want to miss this show.

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Seasons
Joe Demelio: Queen
25. Joe Demelio: Queen
September 24, 2023
After attending his first Queen concert in the '70s, Joe became a huge fan-- so much so, that he is currently the proud owner of a king-sized Queen collection.
Matt Weinhold: Toys
24. Matt Weinhold: Toys
September 17, 2023
Longtime friends and podcast co-hosts Matt Weinhold and Larry Strothe return to "Collector's Call," but, this time, Larry's riding shotgun for Matt's collection, instead of vice-versa.
Robyn Fisher: Cher
23. Robyn Fisher: Cher
September 10, 2023
From her childhood, watching The Sonny and Cher Show, Robyn Fisher blossomed into a superfan, with a sprawling collection of memorabilia that covers the diva's entire career. Joining Robyn is her daughter Marina, who's grown up alongside the collection, and show-business appraiser Marcia Tysseling, who once handled consignment items for Cher herself (and in fact sold Robyn many items in her collection).
Richard Mayerik: Toys
22. Richard Mayerik: Toys
September 3, 2023
TV producer Rich Mayerik makes shows about toys, which has enabled him to fill his home with the many treasures of his childhood; Rich's wild and colorful collection reaches into some of the most unusual corners of the vintage toy landscape.
Sandy Lechtick: Penny Arcade
21. Sandy Lechtick: Penny Arcade
August 27, 2023
Sandy's collection of coin operated machines and automatons has grown so large over decades of collecting that he's built an in-home penny arcade to house his rare finds.
Caleb Zammit: Toys
20. Caleb Zammit: Toys
August 20, 2023
Caleb Zammit calls his Texas Toy Museum a museum of memories, and it's no wonder why; he fills the small but mighty space to the brim with his lifelong toy and comic book collection.
Janet Ellis: Betty Boop
19. Janet Ellis: Betty Boop
August 13, 2023
Janet Ellis first met and bonded with her husband Len over her collection of Betty Boop memorabilia; now Len is Janet's co-collector and a Betty Boop expert in his own right - in fact, he literally wrote the book on Betty collectibles.
Steve Harris: Toys & Lunchboxes
18. Steve Harris: Toys & Lunchboxes
August 6, 2023
Steve Harris impresses Lisa with some of his perfectly curated collections which include vintage toys, comic book art, KISS memorabilia and lunchboxes; Joel McGee is on hand to appraise Steve's spectacular collections and then offer him a sweet deal.
Henry Truglio: TV Costumes
17. Henry Truglio: TV Costumes
July 30, 2023
As a child, some of Henry's favorite memories are sitting together with his family and watching their favorite TV shows from the 70's and 80's; as an adult, he decided it would be cool to own costumes from some of the shows he loved best.
Diana Harris: Barbie
16. Diana Harris: Barbie
July 23, 2023
Stepping into Diana Harris' Barbie room is like stepping into a miniature fashion show; her Barbie collection features row upon row of dolled-up dolls in their boxes, each one more fashionable than the the next.
Janell and Pat Hanlon: Motorcycles
15. Janell and Pat Hanlon: Motorcycles
July 16, 2023
Inspired by childhood memories on his father's electric scooter, Pat Hanlon ventured into restoring motorcycles and racing motocross; he amassed such a large collection of motorcycles, he opened the Hill Country Motorheads Motorcycle Museum.
Seth Buckley: Toys
14. Seth Buckley: Toys
July 9, 2023
He's the proud owner of more than 7,000 toys and action figures; his backyard shed is filled with toys from almost every toyline and every TV show from the '70s and '80s.
Larry Leibowitz: The Rolling Stones
13. Larry Leibowitz: The Rolling Stones
July 2, 2023
Hooked on their rugged British rock sound, Larry became entranced by The Rolling Stones at the age of six.
Nick Mayor: Toys
12. Nick Mayor: Toys
June 25, 2023
Husband and wife Nick Mayor and Jen LeMasters are drawn together by their love of all things weird and wonderful; their home is now an eccentric floor-to-ceiling showpiece of vintage toys, nostalgia items, and the occasional unclassifiable oddity.
Cathy and Robert Kothe: Garfield
11. Cathy and Robert Kothe: Garfield
June 18, 2023
With over 6,000 unique pieces of Garfield memorabilia, Cathy Kothe holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection dedicated to the lasagna-loving cat; Nancy Vega of the Garfield Gathering finds one collectible that Cathy doesn't have.
Brian Grams: Hollywood Cars
10. Brian Grams: Hollywood Cars
June 11, 2023
Combining his love for Hollywood and his background as director of a car museum, Brian Grams has amassed a collection of movie and TV cars; Kate Martin evaluates this collection and attempts a trade she hopes will result in a Hollywood ending.
Linda Guillory: Video Games
9. Linda Guillory: Video Games
June 4, 2023
Linda Guillory is hooked on video games; obsessed with them as a kid, Linda played and usually beat everyone she competed against; as an adult, she found and bought all of her childhood games and then added some more, for good measure.
Anthony Toth: Airline Memorabilia
8. Anthony Toth: Airline Memorabilia
May 21, 2023
Restoring an actual 747, Anthony has made it his lifelong mission to collect airline memorabilia, mostly from the 70's and 80's and includes uniforms, meal trays and even seats; Marshall and an airline historian appraise Anthony's collection.
Steven Kahn: Comic Books and Toys
7. Steven Kahn: Comic Books and Toys
May 14, 2023
When his collection grew too big for his home, Steve Kahn opened Inner Child Comics and Collectibles to contain thousands of comic books and toys.
Kevin Hermann: Movie Props and Costumes
6. Kevin Hermann: Movie Props and Costumes
May 7, 2023
Kevin Hermann shows and talks about his impressive collection of movie props and costumes. Among his most cherished sets is one of the most complete collections of costumes used in the hit series Underworld.
Arthur Moses: Houdini
5. Arthur Moses: Houdini
April 30, 2023
After picking up a library book on Harry Houdini in the seventh grade, Arthur Moses became enamored by the magician's skill and bravado.
John Pedersen: Pinball Machines
4. John Pedersen: Pinball Machines
April 23, 2023
Retired electrician John Pedersen collects and restores vintage pinball machines, resulting in a collection that takes up his entire suburban basement and spills over into an airplane hangar; Lisa joins John for a tour of some of his favorite games.
Katherine McCabe: The Monkees
3. Katherine McCabe: The Monkees
April 16, 2023
Katherine caught Monkee Mania as a young child watching reruns of "The Monkees" on television; now, she shares her collection of memorabilia dedicated to "The Monkees" with rare toys, signed 8-track tapes, and Peter Tork's personal piano.
Steve Emerson: Van Halen/Sports
2. Steve Emerson: Van Halen/Sports
April 9, 2023
Steve's house is overflowing with collectibles, like the sports room, where Steve has countless signed collectibles like Mickey Mantle's baseball and Michael Jordan's jersey, and the Van Halen room, where Steve has a signed agreement from the band.
Meet Rich Correll
1. Meet Rich Correll
April 2, 2023
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Description
  • Premiere Date
    April 7, 2019
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (114)