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The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of

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Star Wars
Prop Collecting
Heritage Auctions
TIE Pilots
Blade Runner
Screen Matching
Hollywood Memorabilia
Film Memorabilia
Planet Hollywood
Indiana Jones
Aliens
C-3po
Anthony Daniels
House Of the Dragon
Propstore Live Auction
Star Trek
Comic Art
Kubrick
Counterfeit Props
Authentication

From Kane’s Rosebud to Indy’s Whip to Captain America’s shield... Iconic treasures from the world of film and television are centerstage in this podcast hosted by collectors David Mandel (Veep, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Ryan Condal (Colony, House of the Dragon). Every week, the two writers share their love of Hollywood memorabilia, revealing unbelievable stories around some of the most famous and ... more

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That's a wrap on podcasting in 2025. After 44 (and when you reach the end of this one, 45) chock-full episodes, David and Ryan take stock of an eventful year of sales, ballooning growth in the hobby (and prices... and premiums...) and review both the... more

It's book club week on The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of! David and Ryan are joined by the prolific film book author Jay Glennie to discuss being the author-of-record for Quentin Tarantino himself. They discuss his previous (and upcoming) books, working f... more

David and Ryan get on the blower to cover the categories and days 2 and 3 of the Propstore auction, which kicks off today, December 5th! They cover their tried and true 'live show' categories including the little things they love that might fly benea... more

Just when you thought it was safe to go back on the internet... Propstore drops their massive, 2343 lot December EMLA UK auction. In this episode, David and Ryan go 15 rounds with Day 1, discussing everything from Barbie (and Ken)'s mugshot IDs, Hand... more

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Recent Guests

Jay Glennie
Author of "The Making of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood"
Episode: Once Upon a Time in the Tarantino-verse
Zed Richards
A Ghostbusters collector sharing his auction story and insights
Episode: Live on Tape: The December 2025 Propstore EMLA-UK
Greg Nicotero
Legendary effects artist and co-founder of KNB FX, known for his work on horror films and as a collector.
Episode: Collector Greg Nicotero (oh, and also living legend)
Karen Falk
Director of the Jim Henson Company archives
Jim Henson Company
Episode: The Jim Henson Company's CEO and Archives Director
Lisa Henson
CEO of the Jim Henson Company
Jim Henson Company
Episode: The Jim Henson Company's CEO and Archives Director
Kelvin Mao
Director of the documentary 'Dave Stevens: Drawn to Perfection'
Episode: A Return to Comic Art Form: Treasures From the Keif Fromm Collection
Jay Skwarlo
Expert on Pee-Wee Herman bikes and prop restorer.
Episode: Deep Dive: Pee-Wee Herman's Bike
Brandon Alinger
Prop expert and collector
Episode: Deep Dive: The Lightsaber (Part 2)
Tom Spina
Founder of Tom Spina Designs and Regal Robot
Tom Spina Designs, Regal Robot
Episode: Deep Dive: Gremlins Edition

Hosts

Ryan Condal
Ryan Condal is a writer and collector known for his work as a showrunner on 'Colony' and 'House of the Dragon.' His insights draw from both his professional experiences in the entertainment industry and his passion for film memorabilia.
Dave Mandel
Dave Mandel is a writer and collector recognized for his work on hit series such as 'Veep' and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm.' He brings his extensive knowledge of storytelling and humor to the podcast, engaging audiences with entertaining anecdotes and insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 306 ratings
  • Not just for prop collectors

    What can I say? Got me in the prop collecting! But, this is not just for collectors, this is for any one who loves movies. Props are one of the things that makes a movie what it is, so if you like movies you’ll love this podcast. Always entertaining no matter what the topic is. Do the research this is a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeComments123
    United States8 months ago
  • Best podcast

    Whether you like props or not it’s a fun and funny podcast. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisFlug
    United States10 months ago
  • It's a fun podcast for movie fans as well as those curious about movie props.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Geoffro
    a year ago
  • Yallywood Props

    Thank you guys for releasing weekly episodes, please don’t stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wicked good free app says me
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Autnority

    What can I say? Got me in the prop collecting! Always entertaining no matter what the topic is. Do the research this is a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeComments123
    United Statesa year ago

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The community of listeners seems supportive and often comment on the nostalgia reflected in the conversations, connecting deeply with the hosts' experiences.
There are enthusiastic endorsements praising the podcast for its unique perspective on collecting, with some claiming it's a must-listen for movie lovers.
Many reviews highlight the insightful discussions and behind-the-scenes stories that enrich the understanding of film memorabilia.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter and humor between the hosts, making the podcast entertaining for both collectors and casual film fans.

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Once Upon a Time in the Tarantino-verse
Q: Did you find that it was a different experience doing a film that's much more recent than the other films that you covered?
Jay mentions that memories are fresher for more recent films, making it easier to gather material and engage with the cast and crew during the book writing process.
Once Upon a Time in the Tarantino-verse
Q: Jay, before we dive into the what is, I guess, one of what will be 10 Tarantino books, I did want to talk just a little bit if you can share a little bit of your background with our audience.
Jay shares how he started writing about British Oscar winners and that led to him interviewing many notable figures, ultimately culminating in him publishing multiple books about film.
Live on Tape: The December 2025 Propstore EMLA-UK
Q: What was the most memorable or unique item you found at the auction?
Zed shared his experience of recognizing a jumpsuit from Ghostbusters as a real piece, despite it being labeled a replica.
Mailbags are Our Bag
Q: Have you found a good way to catalog or archive your collections?
Yes, and we're going to be actually doing an episode on that, I think, probably in the upcoming.
Mailbags are Our Bag
Q: What's the most sentimental piece in your collection?
For me, I think it's probably my Conan sword simply because when I started this, I was that was probably number one or two on my list of things that I would love to have that I never thought I was going to have. Not only did I get it, but I managed to track it down in the wild. I think just for that reason.

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A vibrant exploration of iconic treasures from film and television, this podcast captures the passion of two collectors as they delve into the stories behind beloved memorabilia. Each episode features lively conversations that not only discuss well-known items like Captain America's shield or Indiana Jones' whip but also explore the emotional connections that collectors have with their pieces. The hosts draw upon their extensive backgrounds in film and writing to provide unique insights and entertaining anecdotes, making it appealing for both avid collectors and casual fans of cinema alike. With guest appearances by industry professionals and fellow collectors, listeners gain a fuller understanding of the cultural significance of props and ... more

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