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 Lightside Collectibles is where the galaxy far, far away meets the thrill of the hunt. Hosts David Carr and Roger Jorns dig into Star Wars and pop culture collecting — vintage finds, grail hunts, market trends, booth and convention stories, and the real economics of turning a passion for collecting into something sustainable. Whether you're chasing your next holy grail or just love hearing what's out there, pull up a seat at the case.Lightside Collectibles Arte
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  • Cosplay, 3D Printing, and Finding Your People

    Cosplay, 3D Printing, and Finding Your People
    Nov 6 2026
    Roger and I start with a collector find that is easy to overlook, then spend most of this episode on something that amazes me every time I see it: cosplay. Foam that looks like steel, 3D printed props, droid builders, and mashups I never would have thought of.

    Here's what we get into Star Wars Cinema Scenes, the 1990s Kenner three packs. In my experience they run about $15 to $20, and sometimes closer to $30 for a rarer one, often less than a single vintage figure. I also point out there was never an Uncle Owen in the original 1978 to 1985 line.

    How cosplayers make lightweight foam read as heavy armor with paint and weathering, and why a full costume is such a commitment.

    3D printing as the big change for props, armor, and accessories, and how fast fans turn a trailer into a build. Mashups, from a Stormtrooper Elvis to a Mandalorian in a Sally color scheme from Nightmare Before Christmas. Groups like the 501st Legion, Mando Mercs, and the Rebel Legion, and the charity work they do. Droid builders, and a Star Wars Celebration backpack build I can't stop thinking about. The big takeaway Start with something you love, find the people who love it too, and let that be the bridge. Cosplayers are almost always happy to take a picture with you, so go say hello. Talk to us Do you cosplay? What do you build, and where do you learn? Tell us, and tell us about your favorite cosplayers, Star Wars or anything else. What's next Our middle three and top three films from the nine movie list, a holiday gift guide for the geek in your life, and Roger's first watch of the Star Wars Holiday Special. I'm also heading to see a very large Star Wars collection and will tell you more on a future episode.

    Resources mentioned
    • L.A. Comic Con: https://www.comicconla.com
    • Star Wars Celebration: https://www.starwarscelebration.com
    • 501st Legion: https://501st.com
    • Rebel Legion: https://rebellegion.com
    • Mando Mercs Costume Club: https://mandalorianmercs.org
    • IG-11 droid backpack build by Emily Billones (@imagination.em): https://www.instagram.com/reel/DepiqMaSVko/
    • Books Roger mentioned: He Who Fights with Monsters, Dungeon Crawler Carl, and The Murderbot Diaries.


    Connect with Lightside Collectibles:
    Shop: https://www.lightsidecollectibles.com
    Call/Text: 714-794-9450
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightsidecollectibles/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightsidecollectibles
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightsidecollectibles
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightsidecollectibles
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    45 min
  • Our Bottom 3 of the 9 Star Wars Films

    Our Bottom 3 of the 9 Star Wars Films
    Oct 23 2026
    Roger and I kick off a series on the nine main Star Wars films with a fun question: which three land at the bottom for each of us?

    Here's what we get into: A fandom check in, including Roger's family rewatch of The Mandalorian and Clone Wars. Why vintage is still my sweet spot as a collector. Why Star Wars has such staying power. Our bottom three of the nine films, where we agree on a lot and split on one. Deleted scenes worth hunting down. And memories from Star Wars Celebration in Denver in 1999.

    The big takeaway: you can disagree about a film and still appreciate one another. Film and pop culture can bring us together instead of dividing us.

    What are your bottom three, and why? Tell us in the comments, and keep it civil.

    Resources mentioned: https://whatnot.com/invite/lightsidecollectibles

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    Connect with Lightside Collectibles:
    Shop: https://www.lightsidecollectibles.com
    Call/Text: 714-794-9450
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightsidecollectibles/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightsidecollectibles
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightsidecollectibles
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightsidecollectibles
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  • Where Do Collectors Shop Now? Shops, Shows and Community

    Where Do Collectors Shop Now? Shops, Shows and Community
    Oct 16 2026
    We did not record last week, so this one runs a little longer. David has been exploring shops in East Texas, Roger shares a Star Wars shop in Austin with a fun greeting at the door, and we ask a simple question: where are people collecting today?

    Here's what we get into: Small shops, comic stores, and antique stores. How the places we shopped growing up have changed, and what is happening to the malls. Collector marketplaces, conventions like New York Comic Con and D23, and online options like Whatnot and eBay. How to tell what is truly vintage. Collecting vs. acquiring vs. flipping, including a transparent story about extra D23 pins. A Return of the Jedi-era carded figure collection and why honest condition disclosure matters. And finding your people, including a friendship that started on early online groups and grew at Star Wars Celebration.

    The big takeaway: the best collecting is about the story, the memory, and the people. If you are starting out, pay attention to what sparks joy for you, be honest about what you are buying, and find your people.

    Where is your go-to spot for finding collectibles? We would love to hear.

    Resources mentioned:
    https://theswca.com
    https://thesagamuseum.org

    Follow the Light.

    Connect with Lightside Collectibles:
    Shop: https://www.lightsidecollectibles.com
    Call/Text: 714-794-9450
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightsidecollectibles/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightsidecollectibles
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightsidecollectibles
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightsidecollectibles
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    45 min
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