Oct 26, 202620 min
All aboard for railroad collectibles! This episode was inspired by some issues of Railroad magazine from our ephemera box. We'll tell you all about this fascinating magazine and why you should be on the lookout for it...
About this Podcast:
Nothing’s more addictive than treasure hunting for antiques and collectibles. But what if you could turn that passion for vintage into a side-hustle or even a full-time business? Join our experienced dealer as he shares insider tips and tricks from decades in the trade. Whether you’re the weekend flea market enthusiast or dreaming of opening up your very own shop, discover how to transform your love for the past into a fun and profitable future.
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What is Pick for Profit about?
Nothing’s more addictive than treasure hunting for antiques and collectibles. But what if you could turn that passion for vintage into a side-hustle or even a full-time business? Join our experienced dealer as he shares insider tips and tricks from decades in the trade.
Who hosts Pick for Profit?
Pick for Profit is hosted by John Schindler. The show has published 77 episodes to date.
What has Pick for Profit covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Take a Ride on the Nostalgia Train: Railroad Collectibles" (26 October 2026, 20 minutes), "What We Learned from One Garage Sale (& How You Can Benefit)" (19 October 2026, 23 minutes), and "Vintage Crafts and Handmade Collectibles" (12 October 2026, 22 minutes).
How often does Pick for Profit publish?
Pick for Profit publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 77 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Pick for Profit?
Booking probability for Pick for Profit is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Pick for Profit requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Pick for Profit's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for Pick for Profit are Pet, Art & Other Specialty Retail. Pick for Profit has a business audience.
About the host
John Schindler hosts Pick for Profit, a business podcast with 77 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 19, 202623 min
Even after 40 years of buying and selling antiques and collectibles, we're still encountering never-before-seen items. Every sale means learning something new! At this particular garage sale, hosted by fellow antiques...
Episode #76
Vintage Crafts and Handmade Collectibles
Oct 12, 202622 minCrafts and handmade vintage items can be a ton of fun because they're often one-of-a-kind. But how do you know which vintage crafts and collectibles are desirable? And how should you price them? In this episode, we pull...
- Oct 5, 202622 min
Photography can be one of the most fascinating (and overlooked!) areas of antiques and collectibles. In this episode, we explore the WWII-era Yank magazine and its incredible photography, artwork, pin-ups, and firsthand...
Episode #74
Ephemera: The Little Scraps We All Love
Sep 28, 202622 minDigging into our podcast analytics, we discovered that ephemera is one of our top-two downloaded episodes of all time! Since there’s clearly a lot of interest in vintage ephemera (and because we think American...
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- Sep 21, 202622 min
Fall isn't just one season for antiques and collectibles sellers—it's a collision of seasons, and that's creating all sorts of opportunities across Etsy and eBay right now. In this episode, we're digging into what's...
Episode #72
Totally Tubular 1980s Items You Can Sell Now
Sep 14, 202621 minAnyone who lived through the '80s knows there were a TON of really fun pop culture moments. And yep, they're coming back in a big way. Think: Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, Back to the Future, E.T., The...
- Sep 7, 202623 min
You never stop learning as an antiques and collectibles dealer, and this summer has been proof of that for us. We've mentioned the embarrassment of garage-sale riches this summer, and recently, the questions we've been...
- Aug 31, 202622 min
What makes an antique or collectible valuable? Sometimes, it’s not the object itself; it’s what the object is made of! In this episode, we explore how materials can drive collector demand, value, and sales, from glowing...
- Aug 24, 202620 min
Back-to-school season is a great time for antiques and collectibles sellers to rethink what they’re putting in front of shoppers. In this episode, we look at vintage school supplies, antique desks, globes, maps...
- Aug 17, 202625 min
You’ve researched your antique or collectible. Checked for price comps. Taken some great photos. At this point, the description can feel almost like an unnecessary hassle...in reality, it's anything but! In this...
- Aug 10, 202621 min
Think the world of automobile collectibles is all about gas pumps and petroliana? Think again. In this episode, we explore some of the less-thought-of automotive collectibles. Did you know some car manufacturers sold...
Episode #66
An Embarrassment of Riches: What to Do When Inventory Floods In (& How to Manage Dry Spells)
Aug 3, 202620 minWe realize this is a total Cadillac problem: John has so much inventory from insanely good garage sales that it's become something of a management issue. In this episode, we're breaking down how to handle a flood when...
- Jul 27, 202623 min
We promised a linen-specific episode, but as we planned for it, we realized we wanted to hit something far broader: home goods. On this episode, we share a real garage sale find and explain why you should always pick up...
Episode #64
Get Outside Your Comfort Zone: Freight Forwarding, Shipping Overseas, and Garage Sale Budgets
Jul 20, 202621 minIn this episode, we're tackling a question sent in by one of our listeners: how do you ship antiques and art overseas? We're breaking down what we learned about freight forwarding (yep, they know how to handle customs...
- Jul 13, 202621 min
Some antiques and collectibles sell in minutes. Others sit for months (or longer)! In this episode, we're taking you behind the scenes as John updates several real listings to show exactly how he approaches slow-moving...
- Jul 6, 202622 min
If you've ever wondered why one vintage item sells in minutes while another takes years, this episode is for you. We're talking about the "fast nickels, slow dimes" philosophy of selling antiques and collectibles, with...
Episode #60
Finding Inventory: A Real-World Picking Trip
Jun 22, 202623 minJohn keeps hearing from fellow sellers that they're having a tough time finding inventory this summer. In this episode, we share a few simple sourcing tips (including what we mean by always keeping your "antenna up")...
- Jun 15, 202620 min
Summer is one of the best seasons for antique and collectible sellers (hello, garage sales!), and in this episode, we explore what John has been finding—and selling quickly—right now. That includes everything from...
- Jun 8, 202622 min
What antiques and collectibles are shoppers favoriting right now? In this episode, John breaks down the most-favorited items currently in his Etsy and eBay stores. We also revisit an experiment from a recent pottery...
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