Shop Talk: Selling Vintage with Whitney & Nicole

SHOP TALK is a monthly video series to share tips and strategies for online antique & vintage sellers. Think of it as your vintage dealer masterclass - and it’s all FREE. These originally air as Instagram Livestreams with @conard.and.co and @vintagehavenshoppe, and each episode is recorded and posted to Spotify.

Shop Talk: Selling Vintage with Whitney & Nicole is a business podcast hosted by Whitney Conard & Nicole Stafford, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Whitney Conard & Nicole Stafford hosts Shop Talk: Selling Vintage with Whitney & Nicole, a business show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #35

  Ep. 35: Antique Art with Michelle

  Aug 6, 20261h 29mS1

  How to Source, Preserve, and Sell Antique Artwork with Michelle from Aarochelle Antique Art Join Whitney and Nicole as they chat with Michelle, an expert in rescuing, restoring, and selling antique artwork. In this episode, Michelle shares how she sources pieces, evaluates authenticity and condition, and preserves art so it lasts for generations. Resources mentioned Appraisers Association of America Heritage Haven Antiques 225 on Instagram (Madeline) Local auction houses Heritage Auctions Christie’s Sotheby’s American Institute for Conservation — Find a Conservator Many frame shops work with art conservators @averygalleryfineart — https://www.averygallery.com @graphicconservation — https://www.graphicconservation.com/ In this episode, we cover: Michelle’s journey from artist to antique art dealer Sourcing artwork through travel, research, and rare estate finds Why Instagram works so well for selling art How to judge authenticity, condition, paper, signatures, and style Framing tips that protect antique art long-term How to photograph framed art without glare Shipping artwork safely and securely How to determine value and when to seek professional appraisal Whether you’re a vintage seller, art lover, or collector, Michelle’s insights will help you source, frame, and sell antique artwork with more confidence. Follow Michelle on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aarochelle.antique.art/ ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @ conard.and.co and her website: http://www.conardandco.com -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit

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  Episode #34

  Ep. 34: Summer Sourcing Update

  Jul 1, 20261h 3mS1

  In this episode of Shop Talk , co-hosts Nicole and Whitney catch up on their recent sourcing adventures and share what they’re learning as they grow their antique and vintage businesses. From Brimfield’s unpredictable weather and field-by-field logistics to Whitney’s intense buying trip in England, this conversation is full of honest behind-the-scenes insight, practical advice, and plenty of stories from the road. This episode features shop shout-outs to: Elisabeth’s Vintage Treasures - IG @Elisabeths_vintage_treasures Mimi’s Vintage - IG @shopmimisvintage Side Hustle KC - IG @sidehustle.kc Dolly Archer English Antiques - IG @dollyarcherenglishantiques ☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month! https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk Resources mentioned Brimfield Antique Week: brimfieldantiqueweek.com Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales: -Whitney on IG at @conard.and.co and her website: http://www.conardandco.com -Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit

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  Episode #33

  Ep. 33: Researching Antiques

  May 27, 20261h 3mS1

  <p>In this episode, Whitney and Nicole share expert tips on researching, dating, and pricing antiques and vintage items. They cover practical techniques, key resources, and industry insights to help collectors and sellers enhance their knowledge and confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you to this episode’s sponsors!</p><p>Jill Roddan (IG @jillroddan) - Cotswolds, England. She sells at Tudor House in Stow-on-the-Wold & Station Mill Antiques in Chipping Norton, England.</p><p>Helen Wilde (second time sponsor) - IG @helensprettyvintage2018. Located in Brighton, UK. Visit Etsy shop.</p><p>Lauren (IG @soulofasouthernhome) - Horse brass queen and eq...

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  Episode #32

  Ep. 32: Selling Vintage on Her Own Terms with Krista

  Apr 15, 20261h 15mS1

  <p>This month, we sat down with Krista Agocs, the owner and creative mind behind KPorter Home. She has been an antiques lover and collector for many years and hosts live sales and quarterly themed marathons on Instagram. Krista is disabled and hopes to use her platform for advocacy in addition to sharing her love for old stuff.</p><p>Thank you to the sponsors for this month’s episode!</p><p>Dolly Archer English Antiques - Imported antique English furniture & decorative goods online and in Ft. Myers, Florida shop (featured in Shop Talk episode 27)</p><p>Above & Beyond Shop...

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  Episode #31

  Ep. 31: Ask Us Anything

  Mar 25, 20261h 14mS1

  <p>Nicole & Whitney answer your burning questions in today's episode of Shop Talk. From choosing website platforms to planning your first overseas buying trip (plus Whitney's spicy take on asking for a dealer's shipper names) - we give you the lows and highs of selling antiques and vintage online.</p><p><br></p><p>☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to Buy Me a Coffee to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow our acco...

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