Two Space Collectors Collecting Space

Rich Jurek and Jason Rubin
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Two Space Collectors Collecting Space

Rich Jurek and Jason Rubin have been friends and collectors of historic space artifacts for well over two decades. We aim to be the leading podcast focused on collecting space memorabilia. Each episode will focus on highlighting collectors of this material, tips and techniques on researching, acquiring and curating a collection, discussing hobby nostalgia, our space and space collecting heroes, and current hobby comings and goings. This podcast seeks to engage fellow space enthusiasts and collectors who would get excitement from regularly discussing the hobby with Jason, Rich and other regular expert guests from across the space collecting field. We are not polished broadcasters or pushing any agenda: we are simply TWO SPACE COLLECTORS, COLLECTING SPACE, who love to talk about this wonderful hobby. We are excited to learn from each other, and you! So, please consider joining us in this adventure and subscribe today.

Episodes

  1. DEC 12

    A Collector Spotlight: Jeff Mills and Souvenirs of Space

    Rich and Jason speak to Michigan-based engineer and space flown artifact collector Jeff Mills. The boys go in-depth with Jeff about his passion for his Mercury and Space Shuttle era collections, M-G-A era vintage lucites, and the fascinating backstory and the extensive research behind his amazing Souvenirs of Space website. Learn about the fine art of researching provenance and space history through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, and how such requests have fueled the valuable information that Jeff shares on his website. And don’t miss when the guys wrap up at the end by discussing the recently completed Heritage space auction that saw a number of amazing prices and fantastic lots, especially from the collections of Apollo 13 LMP Fred Haise and from the estate of the late European collector Jacques Bracke.

    1h 39m

  2. NOV 5

    A Legendary Collector Spotlight: Larry McGlynn

    It’s time for another dose of space collecting royalty with a candid conversation with the legendary Larry McGlynn.  Collector, appraiser, actor, advisor, mentor… the hats he wears in our beloved collecting industry are limitless. The boys talk about everything from Larry’s origin story down to his current collection and critical involvement with the passing of HR 4158, the Congressional artifact legislation from 2011-12 that granted legal title to the MGA astronauts of their artifacts. There's something for everyone to learn from this episode, but nothing more important than research, provenance, and knowing what you collect. Sit back and enjoy the conversation with one of the hobby's founding fathers.

    1h 33m

  3. SEP 24

    A Conversation with Space Artifact Collector Bryan Edwards

    Before interviewing Bryan, Rich and Jason honor the memory of Karan Conklin from the Space Walk of Fame Museum in Titusville, Florida. They also discuss the newly released Netflix Apollo 13 documentary and Rich's recent interview about coins flown in space. After that comes super space memorabilia collector Bryan Edwards from Minnesota. Bryan discusses his unique path into space collecting. Learn about his father rubbing elbows with NASA personnel in Houston and how growing up in Houston fueled his passion for collecting space memorabilia. They then discuss everything from autographs to flown heat-shield lucites. Downsizing a bit, Bryan is moving to North Carolina shortly and -- teaser! -- there won't be a garage sale.  You will, however, hear some fun stories from the hey-day of the autograph shows, including a unique interaction with the Last Man to Walk on the Moon, Gene Cernan.

    1h 15m

  4. SEP 2

    Talking Flown Robbins Medallions with Matt Polomik

    Rich and Jason speak to San Francisco-based space flown artifact collector Matthew Polomik.  You may remember Matt from episode 1 of Space Dealers.   Matt discusses his complete Apollo & Skylab Robbins medallion collection and how he acquired many of his examples.  You’ll also learn that he’s a rare owner of one of the most prized Gemini program lucites: a complete Fliteline lucite medallion set.  He also discusses a lucky meeting with Apollo 15 LMP Jim Irwin and later that day, his mother!

    1 hr

  5. AUG 11

    A Collector's Conversation with Steve Jurvetson

    In this episode, Rich and Jason speak to the alpha-omega space collector, Steve Jurvetson, who has arguable the most complete space flown hardware collection in private hands. A board member of Space X, Steve was an original investor in Elon Musk's journeys off-Earth. (In fact, he's owned the first production Tesla Model S, and the second production Model X, which he has since donated to the Peterson Automobile Museum.) Getting bitten by the collecting bug after buying some John Young items, Steve's massive collection now spans all programs and is primarily made up of unique, one-of-a-kind flown mission critical items such as parts of the spacecraft itself. Hear how he assembled his collection, his perspective on the types of items he collects, and how he decides what stays and goes. Steve co-founded Future Ventures, where he investments in trailblazing, purpose-driven entrepreneurs with unique, moon-shot ideas that have the potential to reinvent entire industries, and President Barack Obama appointed Steve as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. With his mind firmly focused on the future, you will hear about how Steve leverage's the past to inspire and inform the next generation. Join the guys as they discuss everything from Steve's expansive office museum to secret, buried  space treasure in Houston!

    1h 21m

  6. JUL 21

    Collector Spotlight: Fred Karst

    In this episode, Rich and Jason discuss "Fly Me to the Moon," the new movie about the marketing of NASA and the Apollo lunar missions. (Clearly a story near and dear to Rich's heart.) They then talk to super space collector Fred Karst in Georgia to learn about his collection that is featured in a home museum and his love of the space program. On a sad note, Rich and Jason pay tribute to Col. Joe Engle, another hero who sadly passed away last week.

    1h 27m

  7. JUL 6

    A Collector's Conversation with CollectSPACE Founder Robert Pearlman

    CollectSPACE founder and space collecting hobby legend Robert Pearlman joins the podcast to discuss how he got started in the industry and where he envision the hobby heading in the future.  Richard and Jason also discuss the recent Heritage Auction space sale and under appreciated Gemini program memorabilia.

    1h 9m

  8. JUN 16

    Collector Spotlight: Joe Lennox

    Richard and Jason spend time talking with Joe Lennox, a space collecting and education legend.  Joe talks about his passion for the space program and how he utilizes his collection (assembled mostly for free over decades!) for the greater good -- educating and inspiring scores of children on the importance of the next frontier.  Joe describes how he acquired some of his special items and how he displays those treasures. You’ll love hearing Joe’s story-telling and his passion for space travel collecting. His enthusiasm is infectious. The guys also discuss — from the collector’s perspective — the recent passing of another lunar hero, Bill Anders.

    1h 9m

  9. JUN 1

    Talking the Art of the Dealer with Richard Garner of The Space Collective

    Join Rich and Jason as they interview Richard Garner from The Space Collective. Richard, based in the UK, is both a dealer and collector, and he gives his unique perspective on collecting and selling historic space artifacts. Listen carefully as Richard offers up a generous promo code exclusively for TSCCS listeners! You'll also hear about the hosts recent acquisitions in their personal collections and a discussion on some upcoming auctions. Get ready. 3...2...1...download!

    1h 3m

  10. MAY 14

    Collector Spotlight: David Meerman Scott

    Meet Apollo-era space collector and best-selling author, speaker, and marketing strategist David Meerman Scott. David shares personal insight into his collecting influences and passions, from Grateful Dead guitars to lunar artifacts like a flown Apollo command module window, rocket engine bell, and guidance computer. Diving deep into the mindset and psychology of what it means to be a collector, we learn how his Apollo fandom evolved into amassing a hardware collection worthy of building an in-home space museum and how he shares his unique collection of Apollo 11 press kits with the world. Rich and Jason conclude with a thank you and a fun giveaway offer to their listeners.

    49 min

  11. APR 26

    Exploring the Fascinating World of Space and Aviation Autograph Authentication

    In this inaugural episode, Rich and Jason introduce their new podcast series for and about space collectors, pay special tribute to the late astronaut General Tom Stafford, discuss some hidden gems listed in the April RR Space Auction, and engage in a fascinating conversation with noted space and aviation authenticator Steve Zarelli.

    1h 3m
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Rich Jurek and Jason Rubin have been friends and collectors of historic space artifacts for well over two decades. We aim to be the leading podcast focused on collecting space memorabilia. Each episode will focus on highlighting collectors of this material, tips and techniques on researching, acquiring and curating a collection, discussing hobby nostalgia, our space and space collecting heroes, and current hobby comings and goings. This podcast seeks to engage fellow space enthusiasts and collectors who would get excitement from regularly discussing the hobby with Jason, Rich and other regular expert guests from across the space collecting field. We are not polished broadcasters or pushing any agenda: we are simply TWO SPACE COLLECTORS, COLLECTING SPACE, who love to talk about this wonderful hobby. We are excited to learn from each other, and you! So, please consider joining us in this adventure and subscribe today.

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