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#179. Today we are discussing the Simpsons and Precancels.

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today episode #179. Today we are discussing the Simpsons and Precancels.

We discuss a 2 cent Harding stamp (GO TO FACEBOOK; TO THE STAMP SHOW HERE TODAY PAGE, TO SEE IT) that has a precancel from Springfield so we couldn’t help ourselves but to discuss the Simpsons. (5 minute marker)

Then, because we are a stamp podcast we also delve into the precancel itself and discuss the history of precanceled stamps. Why, How, When – we cover all the bases on precancels on stamps including if one with full gum that has never been used is “Mint” or not. (16 minute marker)

#178 - Odd stamps. Like "what the heck is that?".

Welcome to episode #178.  This week we are talking about stamps that just make you go WTF? (17 minute mark - Yes we have a long intro - and that is an odd one also).

Also Stamp Collecting Comic Books.

Enjoy.

#177. Today we are discussing Souvenir Sheets - in a rather random way......

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today, Episode #177. Today we are discussing Souvenir Sheets (5 Minute Marker).

#176 – Today we talk about the 1901 Buffalo Exposition with literally the guy who wrote the book

Welcome to episode #176 – Today we talk about the 1901 Buffalo Exposition with literally the guy who wrote the book on it.

Today we have special guest Rick Barrett who wrote the book “Buffalo Cinderellas, The Gentleman, The Huckster and the Pan American Exposition.  Fantastic book by the way. Everyone should buy one but of the 500 book print run only 200 remain so…. If this is of interest I would not delay. (5 Minute Marker).

#175. How did Morocco cause World War 1? Are we crazy? Well listen and let’s see if you agree

Welcome to episode #175.  Today we ask the question “How did Morocco cause World War 1?”  Are we crazy?  Well listen and let’s see if you agree that the seeds of World War 1 go back to the 1905 Morocco crisis.  Also, as Scott would ask, “What does this have to do with stamps?”.   Well we cover the fascinating stamp issues which arose from this and the other “dominoes" that caused World War 1. (10 minute marker)

 We also give a shout out to Bradley Fritts who won the ITS NOT JUST STAMPS award at Westpex 2018.  Congratulations (3 minute marker)

 Lastly, as we are discussing World War 1, we talk about expertizing the AEF stamp booklet panes issued for the american soldiers in France (30 minute marker)

#174 - Calling everyone - We need a technical term for a Cinderella stamp that was postally used (cancelled)

Welcome to episode #174.  This week we talk about just a lot of stuff.  Just whatever pops into our heads (0 minute marker because - well after you listen it will be obvious).

 

 

#173 - The New Lady Liberty stamps and the American Philatelic Society which will host the first day ceremony.

Welsome to episode #173.  This week we will be talking about the New Dollar value Lady Liberty stamps which will have their first day ceremony at the American Philatelic Society headquarters.  We discuss the APS also and strongly suggest that if you are not a member, that you should be (6 minute mark).

We also discuss the other first daycCeremonies doe the Dragons and Magic stamps and then open some listener mail (36 minute marker).

Enjoy.

#172. This week we are discussing the new airmail stamps and some history of the US Airmail Service.

Welcome to episode #172.  This week we are discussing the new airmail stamps that just came out and also some history of the US Airmail Service. (2 minute marker)

 

Enjoy

#171. Today we are discussing our favorite stamps. Also eBay picture size issues and picking a good picture editor.

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today, episode #171. Today we are discussing our favorite stamps. This is a visual thing so anyone who wants to see the stamps go to our Facebook page at StampShowHereToday to see the stamps. (3 minute marker).

 We also answer a listener email on eBay pictures. Size of the pictures matters and having access to a easy to use picture editor will help anyone selling on eBay. (22 minute marker).

#170 Today it is all about UV Lights and Puffins. Confused? Listen up then.

Welcome to Episode #170 Today it is all about UV Lights and Puffins. Confused? Listen up then.

 Puffins beaks glow – So what you may ask (OK Fair enough). Well…. Non sequitur segue to the story of the Lundy postal service (6 minute marker).

 Another Non sequitur segue is to the use of UV lights in philately. (22 minute marker).

 Enjoy