Radio & Television Programming Directory

There are some excellent resources for collectors as radio listeners and television viewers. Listed here is information on some of these special programs.

We assume no responsibility for errors or omissions in these listings. Contact information is provided. It is recommend you verify the schedule prior to the broadcast time by checking your local radio-television listings.

This schedule is developed with the cooperation of the National Association of Collectors (NAC) and the Association of Collecting Clubs (ACC).

If you are aware of programs featuring the antiques and collectibles industry which we do not have listed, please let us know by e-mail: info@collectors.org.

Radio Programming

THE COLLECTIBLE EXPERIENCE

THE COLLECTIBLE EXPERIENCE, brought to you by CollectingChannel.com is a comprehensive collectibles show that airs every Thursday at 10-11am Eastern time on http://broadcast.com The program is hosted by collectibles veterans Mark Stuart and Doug Finley. Each week they discuss the broad range of collectibles and collecting, from antiques to movie memorabilia. Guests are also featured on the program.

Each week the program features the following special segments: (1) Special Guests - Experts in the world of collecting discussing their specialties. (2) Collecting Techniques - Where do you find information on your hobby? How do you negotiate with dealers? Is there a club for your collectible? Mark discusses the techniques and tactics for becoming a more knowledgeable collector. (3) Ask the Experts - Mark and Doug field your calls on Collectibles!

For more information e-mail: radioshow@collectingchannel.com

WHATCHA GOT

This 1-hour radio show is hosted by Harry L. Rinker, author of Harry L. Rinker The Official Price Guide to Collectibles. The popular call-in radio show airs on WSAU (550AM) in Wausau, WI on Tuesdays between 9-10am Central time; on KLTF (960AM) in Little Falls, MN on Wednesdays between 9-10am Central time; on KROC (1340AM) in Rochester, MN on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month between 10-11am Central time; and on WNPV in Lansdale, PA on Wednesdays between 12 Noon-1pm Eastern time. KROC's broadcasts are on the Internet at http://www.kroc.com

WHATCHA GOT is designed to answer the questions: (1) what is it that I won? and (2) how much is it worth? A five to seven minute guest interview with an author or expert in the field and a treasure letter of the week are regular features.

For more information contact: Harry L. Rinker, Rinker Enterprises, 5093 Vera Cruz Road, Emmaus, PA 18049. E-Mail: rinkeron@fast.net or visit Harry's website: http://www.harryrinker.com

THE AUCTION HOUR

The Auctioneer's radio program is a 1-hour weekly radio every Thursday from 5-6pm on WCXI 1160 AM in Fenton, Michigan. The program is hosted by Joe Schmitt. Call 1.888.339.3795 to list your auction.

CALLING ALL COLLECTORS-The Gary Sohmers Radio Show

The program airs Saturday mornings from 6-8am Eastern on eight stations and on the Internet through the Outdoor Sports Radio Network. The program features experts, authors, auctioneers and collectors discussing different topics every day and answering listeners' questions. For more information go to: http://www.allcollectors.com

Gary can be reached at wexrex@aol.com or 508.788.5474

THE TRADERS SPEAK, SPORTS COLLECTING HOUR

Live on the Sports News Radio Network Saturdays 8-9am Eastern, with hosts Mike Berkus, Bob Wilke and Jogn Broggi. Find out what your collectibles are worth. Learn what's new in collectibles. E-mail: affiliates@sportingnews.com for your local station or listen live on the Sporting News website: http://www.radio.sportingnews.com

Television Programming

Antiques Roadshow

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW airs on PBS on Monday nights at 8:00pm ET. (Please check your local listings to confirm the day and time that the ROADSHOW airs in your area or check the schedule on the website: http://www.pbs/org/wgbh/pages/roadshow/series/tvschedule.html

The show continues to offer a full roster of intriguing appraisals as well as some new features. In "News You Can Use" segments, Lara Spencer, the show host, ventures out to window shop, armed with information and advice gleaned from Roadshow experts. And the shows wrap up from the "Feedback Booth" - a new element in which event attendees talk back to the producers about their Roadshow experience. Roadshow continues to be PBS's most-watched primetime series.

APPRAISAL FAIR

This entertaining series invites people to have their treasures appraised. Shot in downtown Chicago with host Leslie Hindman, APPRAISAL FAIR helps individuals discover the worth of items they've inherited, found in the attic or bought at flea markets. In addition to a segment called "What the Heck is It?," this series features book reviews of price guides and references. The show is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_AFA for episodes.

APPRAISE IT!

APPRAISE IT! takes place at Butterfields Auction House in San Francisco (Soma Gallery) and Los Angeles (Sunset Gallery), where pedestrians can learn the value of attic and flea-market treasures. Episodes include how to tell an authentic piece from a reproduction; the "appraisal game" where viewers guess the worth of a given piece; and tips on antique care. Hosts are Jan Yanehiro and collectibles expert Steve Walker. The show is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_AIT for available episodes.

AT THE AUCTION

HGTV's AT THE AUCTION features live bidding action at internationally renowned auction houses. Hosted by auctioneer Leslie Hindman, each episode focuses on auction procedures, antique and appraisal terminology, exhibition pieces and historical sidelights. This series also provides the history and value of common antiques and collectibles. (Note: Series 100-700 were taped at Sotheby's; 800-900 at Butterfields; and 1000s to present at Sloan's.) AT THE AUCTION is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_ATA for available episodes.

BARGAIN HUNT

Hosted by David Dickinson, the show challenges people to turn bargains into profit. Two, two-member teams are given approximately $290 each and an hour to spend it at an antiques fair. The teams put their purchases into an auction to see if they can make a profit. Even with expert help, the teams discover it's not as easy as it looks, but there are plenty of laughs and lessons along the way. Produced by the British Broadcasting Corporation, BARGAIN HUNT is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_BHU for available episodes.

COLLECTIBLE TREASURES

COLLECTIBLE TREASURES, hosted by Sharon Anderson, offers a magazine-style approach to collecting antiques and memorabilia. Guest appraisers, experts and hobbyists share information about getting started, buying, selling and appraising collections. Antique care, cleaning and storage ideas are also featured in each information-packed episode. COLLECTIBLE TREASURES is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/httv/shows_col for available episodes.

FLEA MARKET FINDS WITH THE KOVELS

Husband and wife collectible experts Terry and Ralph Kovel travel to flea markets and collectible shows across the globe to discover many treasures, some easily attained and some rare antiques and collectibles. FLEA MARKET FINDS WITH THE KOVELS is shown on the Home & Garden Television channel. http://www.hgtv.com

Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_fmf for available episodes.

ULTIMATE COLLECTORS

This is a show for people who love to collect, or are fascinated by those who do. Each episode introduces viewers to the real "wow" collections and collectors. Some of the collections are valuable and some are not, but bet your bottom dollar, they're priceless to the people collecting them. The Home & Garden Television Channel show is hosted by Kevin Flynn. Check: http://www.hgtv.com/utc for more information.

HOBBIES & CRAFTS 2002 WITH CAROL DUVALL

America's favorite crafter, Carol Duvall, goes on location to HIA 2002, the world's largest crafting convention presented by the Hobby Industry Association. With over 1,100 exhibitors and 65 countries represented, carol will give viewers a sneak preview of the latest innovations, techniques and tools in the crafting world. The show is on the Home & Garden Television channel. Check http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/shows_cds for available episodes..

THE INCURABLE COLLECTOR

This A&E Cable Television Network series focues on the passion for collecting and the endless hunt for the ultimate collectible. For more information on available episodes go to The Incurable Collector website: http://www.aetv.com/tv/shows/collector/index.html. For information on the show itself: .

COLLECTOR INSPECTOR

Host Harry Rinker, a national appraisal expert and prolific antiques/collectibles writer, embarks on a one-man show, knocking on doors and ferreting through three homes in each episode to hunt for collectibles lurking there that could turn out to be unlikely treasures. Harry excavates the accumulated stuff in the attics, basements, living rooms, and closets of ordinary people to unearth antiques, collectibles, knick-knacks, flea market finds, and family heirlooms, and then appraises those items to reveal which personal treasures are truly valuable. COLLECTOR INSPECTOR is on Home & Garden Television (HGTV) airing on Saturdays at 6pm ET/PT. Check your local TV listings for the exact air time in other time zones.

For more information contact Harry L. Rinker at Rinker Enterprises, Inc., 5093 Vera Cruz Road, Emmaus, PA 18049. You may e-mail rinkeron@fast.net or visit Harry's website: http://www.harryrinker.com