There may be no one more enthusiastic and energetic about Creature from the Black Lagoon than Larry Strothe. A devoted collector ever since he was a kid, Larry's monster-sized collection features everything from a life-sized Creature to some Scary Monsters Magazine cover art. Larry's brought along his good buddy and Monster Party podcast sparring partner, Matt Weinhold to step up the fun. Joining Lisa today--much to our collector's delight, is our expert John Gilbert, AKA The Arizona Gill-man, who will appraise Larry's collection and then try to pull off a seemingly impossible trade that means a lot to both our collector and expert.

Larry Strothe: Creature from the Black Lagoon

Lisa Whelchel

Alyssa Mayerik: Monster Memorabilia

Danny Biederman: Spy Memorabilia

Patrick Brickley’s collections cover his home from floor to ceiling. The lifelong lover of film and television will share his favorite movie props and costumes, including memorable items from modern classics like "Seinfeld" (1989-1998), "Good Will Hunting" (1997), "Almost Famous" (2000) and "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" (1982). Movie props expert, Mark Short, joins host Lisa Whelchel to appraise Patrick’s vast collection and to entice Patrick to trade one of his beloved pieces for another screen-used item on his wish list.

Patrick Brickley: Movie Props and Costumes

A high school band teacher who has outfitted his basement with a life-sized reproduction of the Jupiter Two flight deck and a talking B9 robot from "Lost in Space," is visited by a fellow fan and builder of movie and television prop re-creations.

Tom Pfrogner: Lost in Space

Jack Condon loves "Charlie's Angels" and has a Guinness World Record-holding collection; Kate appraises his treasures and tries to convince Condon to trade one of his items for two other pieces of memorabilia in a deal he can't resist.

Jack Condon: Charlie's Angels

Rob Klein joins Lisa Whelchel to appraise Vivian Eisenstadt's collection of over 2,000 Wonder Woman items and offers the superfan the chance to trade one of her favorite pieces for an item Rob considers the "holy grail" of Wonder Woman memorabilia.

Vivian Eisenstadt: Wonder Woman

Kenneth Ladd is the owner of a museum filled with magic memorabilia and a theatre where he performs as a magician; Kenneth's son Kevin helps collect and curate the magic memorabilia.

Kenneth Ladd: Magic

Mike Haviland is the man of Mayberry with his impressive collection of "The Andy Griffith Show" memorabilia; expert Rob Klein appraises Mike's favorite pieces and tells his own stories from his childhood spent living across from Andy Griffith.

Mike Haviland: Andy Griffith Show

Lisa steps into Allen Machielson's Whoseum and is transported through time and space to view a collection of Dr. Who memorabilia; Allen's beautifully displayed collection captures the growth of his passion for the longest-running sci-fi series.

Allen Machielson: Dr. Who

As a kid, Stefan remembers being terrified of the fan in “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, which later turned into an insatiable obsession with fans and all sorts of other antique electrical appliances. An antique store owner, he sells many of these items but has amassed an amazing electrical collection of his own, which includes the very rare Tesla fan motor, an old chamber stove, and of course, antique fans. His right-hand woman at the store, Erika, joins him today, along with our expert, Judy Martin, a certified appraiser, who knows a thing or two about some of Stefan’s items and will try to put a dollar amount on his vast collection. She also hopes to make a trade with Stefan--one of his antiques, for something she thinks will be calling out for him.

Stefan Osdene: Original Electronics

Stewart‘s passion for the TV shows he grew up with has evolved into a collection like no other. Gilligan’s shirt, Fonzie’s jacket and Jeannie’s harem costume figure prominently in this Classic TV prop collection. Stewart’s favorite comedian, Jackie Gleason, and his comedy classic, “The Honeymooners” may be the capstone in this finely curated, close-to museum-like collection. Our expert and certified appraiser, Judy Martin is tasked with putting a value on this colossal collection. Then, she will try trading the special classic TV prop she brought in exchange for one of Stewart’s classic TV costumes.

Stewart Berkowitz Morris: Classic TV Props

A quick look into Ronald Toby’s home reveals a man with a passion for preserving history. While each room relays a special theme, from an African Safari to a 1940s-themed kitchen, our host, Lisa, narrows in on some of Ronald’s favorite toy and sports collectibles. From an original Roy Rogers Quick Shooter Hat to boxing gloves signed by Muhammed Ali and Joe Frazier, Ronald has been holding on to many of his collectibles since his own childhood. Our expert, Scott Ibarra, takes on the challenge of appraising Ronald’s “blue collar museum” and taps into Ronald’s nostalgic heart when he offers to trade an item from his personal collection for a toy that transports him back to his childhood.

Ronald Toby: Vintage Toys and Sports

By day, Allen Singleton and his wife, Diana, run vintage toy franchise, Applejax Toys, but Allen’s love of toy collecting began almost 40 years ago. Allen has been collecting G.I. Joes since the 1980s, and now he has a basement filled with over 100,000 G.I. Joe collectibles to prove it. Lisa and general appraiser, Kate Martin, join the couple, as Allen shares his favorite items and vast knowledge of the “Real American Hero,” with exciting pieces such as a rare “silent” comic book, a first edition G.I. Joe action figure ready for space flight, and one of the largest toys ever produced - an aircraft carrier model that’s over 7 feet long! Kate appraises Allen’s expansive collection and offers Allen the chance to trade one of his beloved items from his childhood for a rare item in mint condition. Also, emotions run high, as Allen receives a sentimental message from one of his all-time heroes.

Allen Singleton: G.I. Joe

Hooked on the music, the message, the props and its optimistic tone, Dave became enamored with Star Trek as a kid and never looked back. Since the 70’s he’s been an avid collector of not only screen-used props like Tribbles or even the space panel button from Kirk’s chair but has also amassed some amazing-looking replica items like the 3D chess set and Star Trek communicator that look as good as the real thing. Joining Dave today is his supportive wife Karen, who also likes Star Trek, just not as much as her husband. Our pop culture expert Mark Short will assess Dave’s collection and then offer him a trade-- his screen-used Star Trek prop, for one of Dave’s.

Dave Arland: Star Trek

You might say, Leslie Livingood lives, breathes, and collects Paddington Bears. Her lifelong obsession began at age 5 after she got her first Paddington at a garage sale. Leslie began collecting the British bear and never stopped. She shows Lisa some of her favorites, which include a personalized Paddington build-a-bear, blue line sketches from the Paddington cartoon, and a Paddington poster signed by Paddington author Michael Bond just days before he passed. Joining Leslie today is her husband James who knew Leslie and Paddington were a package deal. Kate Martin, an appraiser of personal property will value Leslie’s emotional and incredible Paddington collection and try making a trade with her, but it won’t be anything Leslie ever expected.

Leslie Livingood: Paddington Bear

Dave Sinker combines his passions for performing standup comedy and collecting comedy memorabilia into The Comedy Shrine, a comedy club and museum that houses thousands of comedy-themed collectibles. This former Second City performer tracks down some of the rarest collectibles, from an early 1900s Charlie Chaplin mutoscope to immaculately kept wax figurines and a lunchbox worth over $2000. Dave celebrates comedians throughout the ages with a collection that appeals to all generations. Joining Lisa and Dave is Dave’s son and general manager of The Comedy Shrine, Patrick, and expert appraiser Judy Martin. Judy brings signed memorabilia from a famous comedy duo to trade, but our collector struggles to let go of a prized possession.

Dave Sinker: Comedy Memorabilia

After a childhood spent sneaking backstage at rock concerts, David Poley has amassed an enterprise-level collection of rock music memorabilia. Many of David’s favorite items, including a stage-played Motley Crue guitar and a towel worn by Mick Jagger, were obtained through David’s concert-going savvy. His passion for David Bowie infused his collection with a valuable stage-played guitar and an obscure concert prop. David’s daughter, Alex, briefly joins us to share her memories of traveling the world to watch her father’s favorite artists. As Lisa tours the collection, music expert and KISSTORIAN, DASHDOWN, works up an appraisal. And before DASHDOWN proposes a uniquely rare guitar to trade, Lisa shocks our collector with a shout out from one of the most influential rock artists of all time.

David Poley: Rock Band Memorabilia

"Who you gonna call" for Ghostbusters collectibles? Try Guinness World Record holder for Ghostbusters memorabilia, Robert O'Connor. With thousands of Ghostbusters collectibles, including the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man and Ecto-Glow figures, Robert's love for the movie and its memorabilia doesn't stop at just collecting. He's even made his own ghost traps and proton packs that are often mistaken for the real thing. Joining Robert today is his friend and fellow Ghostbusters collector, Marty, who shares his fondness for Ghostbusters memorabilia. Kate Martin, our expert and appraiser of personal property, is here too, to appraise Robert's unbelievable collection and see if she can convince him to hand over one of his beloved Ghostbusters collectibles for something she knows Robert is definitely going to want.

Robert O’Connor: Ghostbusters

Inspired by his uncle, Nathan Lippe developed a unique passion for collecting antique advertising at a young age. Now fueled by the thrill of the hunt, Nathan scours the country for neon signs and saves them from destruction. Nathan has a well-curated collection of antique oil cans, tin signs, and neon signs. Nathan shares some of his favorites with host, Lisa Whelchel, from a charming Reddy Kilowatt neon sign to a prop sign used in the classic baseball film, Field of Dreams. Kate Martin, appraiser of personal property, tackles the high sticker prices on Nathan's collection and shocks Lisa with her appraisal of an Oz-themed oil can. Nathan specializes in collecting advertising for soda brand, Double Cola, but Kate brings along a collectible set of Coca Cola signs to persuade our collector into a trade.

Nathan Lippe: Antique Advertising

Laurence Sheinman is bonkers about Bugs Bunny. For more than 35 years, Laurence and his wife Jessica have enjoyed huntin' rabbits together. Laurence's fabulous collection includes a Bugs bronze statue, roller skates, and a special blinged out jacket - not with Bugs' face on it, but some of our collector's other favorite Looney Tunes characters. Our expert and appraiser of personal property, Kate Martin, joins us today to appraise Laurence's collection, and then will try to make a deal with him-one of his beloved Bugs Bunny collectibles in return for a special Bugs Bunny treasure he will have a hard time refusing.

Laurence Sheinman: Looney Tunes

There may be no bigger Brady Bunch expert than Wendy Winans. Collecting for almost 50 years, Wendy has all the usual items you'd expect such as photos, a lunchbox and a full set of trading cards. But not many Brady Bunch collectors can lay claim to needlepoint made by Alice, or a blueprint of the Brady house which, as Wendy tells Lisa, is not exactly accurate. Wendy's friend Marilyn - who's heard about the Bradys since they were in high-school together - is here, along with our expert and personal appraiser Kate Martin, who admits she's a pretty big fan of the show herself. After Kate appraises Wendy's entire collection, she'll see if Wendy is up for a big Brady trade.

Wendy Winans: Brady Bunch

Our host, Lisa, steps back to the Stone Age with Dave Nimitz and his impressive collection of The Flintstones memorabilia. Dave's mother inspired him to begin collecting at a young age, and her support paid off with a floor-to-ceiling collection dedicated to America's favorite cave-family. From rare collectible figurines to a plush doll gifted to him by Joseph Barbera, the creator of The Flintstones, Dave's collection spans the globe. Our collector finds himself at a crossroads when toy expert Mark Huckabone offers to trade a breathtaking piece of original artwork for not one, but two rare boxed games. Will these two toy fanatics strike a deal?

Dave Nimitz: Flintstones

Marcia Tysseling plunged into the movie props and costumes world as the owner of Star Wares on Main, a star-studded costume and prop resale shop catering to some of Hollywood's biggest names and production companies. After selling her business, Marcia held onto her favorite memorabilia from movies and television shows including Jurassic Park, The Shawshank Redemption, and Laverne and Shirley. Joined by expert Mark Short, our host, Lisa, explores Marcia's high-end collectibles and even dons costume pieces from Thelma and Louise. After valuing the well-curated collection, Mark Short proposes a trade that could have Marcia flying as high as a bird...or plane.

Marcia Tysseling: Movie Props

It's no secret that Danny Biederman knows his spy stuff. With more than 4,000 spy and espionage-related collectibles, Danny's obsession for all things spy began after seeing some spy shows and movies in the 1960s. His collection includes some of the most iconic items you can think of, like shoes and cigarette cases - or are they? - as well as some one-of-a kind-collectibles from the James Bond series, Get Smart, Man From U.N.C.L.E. and Mission Impossible to name a few. He even had his collection exhibited at CIA headquarters. Joining Lisa is our pop culture expert Mark Short, who'll appraise Danny's collection and see if he can convince him to make a spy-guy trade-a quintessential Get Smart gadget for one of Danny's more modern and recognizable collectibles.

Alyssa was born to be a monster collector. Her whole family watched scary movies together and enjoyed sharing anything and everything creepy, spooky and macabre. By the time she was a little girl, Alyssa was collecting monster memorabilia. As she shows us today, her most prized possessions are her female-centric monsters, like the Bride of Frankenstein and Queen of the Dark Forest Barbie due to their "girl power" independence, but she still treasures and is proud to show off some other creepy collectibles like Frankenstein, Dracula, the Creature and Godzilla. Joining us at Alyssa's haunted house is a toy shop owner and monster lover himself, expert Michael Tomaso, who'll evaluate Alyssa's monstrous collection and try not to frighten her with his terrifying trade offer.

Step inside the nostalgic world of personal collections. Explore the amazing treasures of toys, books, memorabilia and more. Meet the real people with a passion for their possessions.

Larry Strothe: Creature from the Black Lagoon

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