Bodnars Bids and Banter

Mike Zapcic is back! The comic book guru and Comic Book Men fan favorite joins Joe and Maureen for an hour of pure pop culture auction chaos. From Avengers #151 to a massive multi-day comic sale, this episode dives deep into collecting, nostalgia, and even a moment when Joe and Maureen told each other to go f* themselves**—and why it actually saved the auction.
Mike also shares how he cut up comic ads as a kid, why encyclopedias still matter, and what it was like growing up with six older brothers and a mountain of broken toys.
🔥 Topics Covered:
The upcoming two-part auction with 144+ long boxes of comics
Why Avengers #151 “punched Mike in the face” (in a good way)
Auction pickup horror stories—from squatters to drunks and angry landlords
Eleanor Roosevelt letters, vintage telephones, and pristine matchbox cars
Why hardcover comics are underrated—and also great to drum on 🥁
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In Episode 12, the Bodnar crew goes off the rails in the best way possible—recapping a chaotic team photo shoot, swapping stories of 90s mall culture, and diving deep into the May 22nd Disney + Collectibles Auction featuring Nightmare Before Christmas, Peter Pan, Snow White, and more.
Expect tales of abandoned asylums, creepy estate cleanouts, and the $10,000 Fenton glass piece they accidentally undersold. It’s a wild mix of haunted finds, broken toys, and mall food memories (plus a rant about Ronald Reagan for good measure).
🔥 Topics Covered:
Sears photo day chaos & Danny’s perfect poses
The ghost of the Woodbridge Mall and 7 witch bumps in the road 🌒
What’s in the May 22 Disney + Collectibles Auction: WDCC, Lladro, Armani, Swarovski
Joe’s toy trauma: the fire truck he broke as a kid—and still regrets 🧸
Why people hoard broken collectibles (and what they’re really worth)
Pop culture trends that revive the auction market overnight
💬 Join the Conversation:What’s the one toy, movie, or collectible you wish you never let go of?📩 Send your story to: bodnarsbidsandbanterpodcast@gmail.com
🔗 Browse Our Upcoming Auctions:🌐 BodnarsAuction.com
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This episode brings the madness! Joe Bodnar and the team share the highs and lows of auction life, including scoring a suitcase of silver coins, surviving a bedpan fight, and dealing with the rollercoaster of post-pandemic antique and art sales.
You’ll hear the real, behind-the-scenes stories of how auctions survive when the market shifts, what happens when customers lose their minds, and the most outrageous dumpster finds we've ever had.
🔥 Topics Covered:
Selling a Blue Comet Lionel train set and rare coins
How a suitcase of pirate silver made it to auction
The time a bedpan became a weapon during an auction fight 🤯
Why art and antiques are a totally different game post-pandemic
Tips on how to avoid losing money on collectibles
💬 Join the Conversation:What’s the weirdest (or coolest) thing you’ve ever rescued from being thrown away?📩 bodnarsbidsandbanterpodcast@gmail.com
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This isn’t your average episode—Kevin Smith, creator of Clerks, Mallrats, and Jay and Silent Bob, joins the crew to talk about fandom, nostalgia, and the crazy world of collecting.
We relive the auction that changed everything—when Kevin unearthed a forgotten binder of comic art and partnered with Bodnar’s for a six-figure auction. He shares his honest reaction, what it was like seeing Joe in action for the first time, and how that moment inspired him to put Joe in a future film!
🔥 Topics Covered:
Kevin’s secret stash: how one dusty binder brought in over $100K
Why “loving what you love” can lead to unexpected success
SMarction: the Kevin Smith auction event at Smodcastle
The art of auctioneering—and why Joe’s voice is movie-worthy
Collecting as passion vs. profit: where does the heart lead?
💬 Join the Conversation:What’s one item from your collection that tells a story? Let us know!📩 bodnarsbidsandbanterpodcast@gmail.com
🔗 Browse Our Upcoming Auctions:🌐 BodnarsAuction.com
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In this episode, we go deep into the wild world of auctions—featuring smutty comic books that sold for thousands, a $5,000 Star Wars box lost and found a year later, and the team’s honest thoughts on online trolls, negative reviews, and shipping disasters.
The crew also opens up about the stress of packing giant pop culture sales, why photographing toys is a nightmare, and how it felt when one of their podcast clips went mini-viral.
🔥 Topics Covered:
How "smut sells" dominated the latest comic book sale
A shipping horror story from Australia—featuring crushed boxes and happy endings
A peek behind the curtain: responding to negative Google reviews & trolls
The difficulty of photographing reflective toys and handling angry bidders
Why some buyers don’t want others to know about Bodnar’s… and how that affects reviews
What’s coming in the final installment of the McFarlane Toys collection sale
💬 Join the Conversation:Have you had a ridiculous customer experience or shipping disaster? Tell us your story at:📩 bodnarsbidsandbanterpodcast@gmail.com
🔗 Browse Our Upcoming Auctions:🌐 BodnarsAuction.com
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This week’s episode is a rollercoaster of auction adventures, shocking stories, and real-world tips. Joe, Maureen, Danny, and Tracy dive into the world of scammy art sales, vintage collectibles, and bizarre behind-the-scenes mishaps (including wasp attacks and misplaced orchids!).
We also preview our upcoming art auction, spotlighting a wild range of items from high-end lithographs to bronzes and Victorian revival pieces. Plus, don’t miss Joe’s Beyond the Gavel segment—where a broken totem pole shocked everyone with its final bid.
🔥 Topics Covered:
The dark side of TV art auctions and how they trick buyers
Auction war stories: setup fails, acrylic cases gone wrong, and bee invasions 🐝
Inside GIA: What it’s really like to study diamonds at the Gemological Institute of America
Why market manipulation is a real threat—and how reputable auctions do it differently
Beyond the Gavel: How a busted totem pole sold for over $2,600!
💬 Join the Conversation:Ever made or missed a big score at an auction? Tell us your story or send it to:📩 bodnarsbidsandbanterpodcast@gmail.com
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This episode is one for the books! Join Joe Bodnar, his father, and his son as they share stories from three generations of auctioneers. From the very first Bodnar sale to the massive auctions of today, we take a look at how the business has evolved—and all the chaos that comes with it!
🔥 Topics Covered:
The first-ever Bodnar auction and how it all started 🏛️
Crazy auction memories—from stolen goods to unexpected bidding wars
The worst auction fails—including an entire sale ruined by rain 🌧️
Why collecting trains, antiques, and memorabilia runs in the family
The strangest customer encounters we’ve ever had
💬 Join the Conversation:What’s your most memorable auction experience? Tell us your story in the comments!
🔗 Check Out Our Upcoming Auctions:🌐 BodnarsAuction.com
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This episode is jam-packed with some of the craziest stories yet! Joe, Maureen, Erica, and Tracy tackle everything from LEGO and Funko Pop trends to bizarre customer interactions—including a flogging incident that left us speechless! We also break down the latest auction results, discuss why some collectibles are skyrocketing, and share behind-the-scenes moments from our biggest sales.
🔥 Topics Covered:
LEGO madness! How some sets are worth $1,000+
Boba Fett & Star Wars auctions—Did this figure go for a fair price?
The most insane customer experience EVER… and it involves flogging 😳
Why non-paying bidders hurt auctions—and how we deal with them 🚨
Funko Pop trends—Are they still worth collecting?