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
Claim This Podcastby Whitney Conard & Nicole Stafford
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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.
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Recent Episodes
May 27, 2026
Ep. 33: Researching Antiques
<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><ul><li><p>Jill Roddan (IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jillroddan/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@jillroddan</a>) - Cotswolds, England. She sells at Tudor House in Stow-on-the-Wold & Station Mill Antiques in Chipping Norton, England.</p></li><li><p>Helen Wilde (second time sponsor) - IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/helensprettyvintage2018/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@helensprettyvintage2018</a>. Located in Brighton, UK. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/helensprettyvintage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Visit Etsy shop</a>.</p></li><li><p>Lauren (IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soulofasouthernhome/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@soulofasouthernhome</a>) - Horse brass queen and equestrian antiques in Nashville, Tennessee. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/soulofasouthernhome" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Visit Etsy shop</a></p><p><br></p><p>Special thank you to our repeat monthly sponsors Richard and Thais from Dolly Archer English Antiques - IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dollyarcherenglishantiques" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@dollyarcherenglishantiques</a>. <a href="https://www.dollyarcher.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Visit shop website.</a> </p></li></ul><p> keywords</p><p>antique research, vintage pricing, antique identification, furniture dating, art and ceramics, auction results, dealer relationships, museum resources, antique books, pricing strategies</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to ShopDoc and Antiques Research</p><p>03:36 Understanding Antique Dating and Research Techniques</p><p>12:07 Historical Context and Its Importance in Antiques</p><p>24:24 Resources for Researching Antiques and Artwork</p><p>43:00 Understanding Antique Pricing and Authenticity</p><p>46:12 Building Trust Through Knowledge</p><p>48:11 Essential Resources for Antique Dealers</p><p>53:21 Networking and Relationships in the Antique Community</p><p>56:41 Utilizing Technology for Antique Identification</p><p>59:45 Pricing Strategies for Antique Items</p><p>01:05:34 The Importance of Cash Flow in Antiques</p><p>01:10:14 Supporting Each Other in the Reselling Community</p><p> resources</p><p>Judith Miller's Antique Price Guides - <a href="https://amzn.to/3Rmt3Br" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/3Rmt3Br</a></p><p>Worthpoint Auction Database - <a href="https://www.worthpoint.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.worthpoint.com</a></p><p>Invaluable Auction Platform - <a href="https://www.invaluable.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.invaluable.com</a></p><p>The Potteries.org -<a href=" https://www.thepotteries.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.thepotteries.org</a></p><p>Replacements.com for China and Silverware - <a href="https://www.replacements.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.replacements.com</a></p><p>Brave Art UK - Canvas and Frame Dating - <a href="https://bravefineart.com/blogs/news/identifying-the-age-of-a-canvas-painting?srsltid=AfmBOor7fYwQMp9WmCXoky5TBvRAy63UeJ46M0dKz1L3RiONr-NYaB1P" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://bravefineart.com/blogs/news/identifying-the-age-of-a-canvas-painting?srsltid=AfmBOor7fYwQMp9WmCXoky5TBvRAy63UeJ46M0dKz1L3RiONr-NYaB1P</a></p><p>Museum Online Catalogs (e.g., The Met, UK Museums) - <a href="https://www.metmuseum.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.metmuseum.org</a></p><p>Sainsbury's Advertising Pot Database - <a href="https://www.sainsburyarchive.org.uk/catalogue/highlights" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.sainsburyarchive.org.uk/catalogue/highlights</a></p><p>Jean Weatherby’s Ironstone Books - <a href="https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi</a></p><p>Kovel’s Antique Price Guide - <a href="https://a.co/d/08xIJCCO" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://a.co/d/08xIJCCO</a></p><p>Nicole’s Amazon storefront for reference books:<a href="https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4dtOSYi</a></p><p>Whitney’s Amazon storefront for reference books:</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/thrifty_whitney/list/3EAR1PJXHDIPI?ref_=aipsflist" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.com/shop/thrifty_whitney/list/3EAR1PJXHDIPI?ref_=aipsflist</a></p><p>☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Buy Me a Coffee</a> to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month!</p><p>Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales:</p><p>-Whitney on IG at @<a href="http://conard.and.co" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">conard.and.co</a> and her website: <a href="http://www.conardandco.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">http://www.conardandco.com</a> </p><p>-Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: <a href="https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com</a> </p><p>Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - <a href="http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit</a><br></p>
April 15, 2026
Ep. 32: Selling Vintage on Her Own Terms with Krista
<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><a href="https://www.dollyarcher.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dolly Archer English Antiques</a> - Imported antique English furniture & decorative goods online and in Ft. Myers, Florida shop <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5NcHo-S50k" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">(featured in Shop Talk episode 27)</a></p><p><a href="https://aboveandbeyondshop.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Above & Beyond Shop </a>- Small batch elderberry syrup, using organic, well-sourced ingredients and raw seasonal honey. Use special promo code code “VINTAGE” at checkout to save 10% on your first order: https://aboveandbeyondshop.com/</p><p>☕️ To receive a shop shout out during the next episode and to support the podcast, head over to <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buy Me a Coffee</a> to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month!</p><p>Krista’s reel on disability access in antique malls - https://www.instagram.com/p/DRuR7_MjkT9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==</p><p>Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales:</p><p>-Whitney on IG at @<a href="http://conard.and.co" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">conard.and.co</a> and her website: <a href="http://www.conardandco.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.conardandco.com</a> </p><p>-Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: <a href="https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com</a> </p><p>-Krista on IG at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kporterhome/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@kporterhome </a></p><p>Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - <a href="http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit</a></p><p>Get 1:1 vintage business strategy session with Whitney - https://conardandco.com/products/vintage-business-consulting-call-with-whitney</p>
March 25, 2026
Ep. 31: Ask Us Anything
<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 <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/vintageshoptalk"><u>Buy Me a Coffee</u></a> to sign up - we appreciate your help in bringing this podcast to your earbuds every month!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow our accounts for more vintage news, tips, and sales:</p><p>-Whitney on IG at @<a href="http://conard.and.co"><u>conard.and.co</u></a> and her website: <a href="http://www.conardandco.com"><u>http://www.conardandco.com</u></a> </p><p>-Nicole on IG at @vintagehavenshoppe and her Etsy shop: <a href="https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com"><u>https://vintagehavenshoppe.etsy.com</u></a> </p><p><br>Get your FREE Starter Kit for Online Vintage Sellers here, with the tips, supplies, and apps you need to jumpstart your shop - <a href="http://thriftywhitney.myflodesk.com/starterkit"><u>http://conardandco.myflodesk.com/starterkit</u></a></p><p><br></p><p> keywords:</p><p>antique sourcing, importing, selling online, inventory management, business tips, England antiques, shipping crates, Etsy vs Instagram, pricing apps, business mindset</p><p><br></p>
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