The Iconic Dollcast

This week on The Iconic Dollcast , I’m joined by doll collector and artist Valerie ( @mystitchindolliverse ) Valerie and I are diving into the creative world of doll artistry — from the dolls that first sparked her love of collecting to Blythe dolls, her favorite projects, and how she developed her own style as an artist. We’re also getting into the reality behind creating: the tedious little task...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast , we’re heading to Flatsyville! 🎀 I’m joined by Emily (@ emily.in.flatsyville ), a passionate collector of the wonderfully quirky and colorful Flatsy dolls of the 1960s and ’70s , and she’s here to give us a full introduction to these vintage cuties. Emily takes us through the history of Flatsy — when the dolls first appeared, who produced them, what made them uni...

This week I’m joined by Frank (@ fashionqueerhistorian ) — doll collector, published author, fashion historian, and PhD researcher whose work explores queer fashion doll collectors and the relationship between dolls, identity, gender, and fashion. We talk about Frank’s own history with dolls, why doll play has traditionally been so heavily gendered, and why boys playing with Barbie has historicall...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast , I’m joined by Summer ( @dontouchmytoys ), a toy and doll collector and the creator behind the fantastic Don’t Touch My Toys Instagram and YouTube accounts! Summer and I dive into her journey as a collector, the wide variety of dolls and toys in her collection, and some of the most memorable pieces she’s found along the way. We also talk about the thrill of thrift...

The Iconic Dollcast is back! 💖 After a much-needed summer break, I’m checking in with a quick life update, chatting about what I’ve been up to, and giving you a little preview of what’s coming this fall! The fall season officially kicks off with the Patreon premiere on October 2nd , followed by the return of weekly main episodes of The Iconic Dollcast on October 4th! 🎙️✨ I’m sharing all the deta...

Join me for an incredible extra-long conversation with one of the toy industry’s most accomplished designers, Stefanie Eskander, whose remarkable career has spanned more than 45 years. Beginning as a children’s illustrator before transitioning into toy design, Stefanie has worked for some of the biggest names in the business, including Mattel, Hasbro, Tonka, Fisher-Price, Play Along Toys, and Smal...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Dr. Erick DuPree for one of the most thoughtful conversations we’ve ever had about what doll collecting really means. We go far beyond the dolls themselves to explore identity, memory, history, and the deeply personal connections that make this hobby so meaningful. We discuss Erick’s own journey with dolls growing up, why doll collecting is so often...

Celebrity dolls have been a part of pop culture for nearly a century, and in this episode I’m counting down my Top 10 favorite celebrity dolls in my personal collection! Before the countdown, we take a quick look back at the history of celebrity dolls, beginning with the iconic Shirley Temple dolls of the 1930s and how celebrity dolls evolved into the collectibles we know today. From Lindsay Lohan...

This may be the most random Doll Check-In yet. This week I’m talking about American Girl’s 40th Anniversary releases (so far), the newly revealed Girl of the Year, JAKKS Pacific’s upcoming Super Villain (and Supergirl?) dolls, and why I passed on the new Padmé Amidala collector doll. I’ll also discuss the new Barbie Deluxe Rare Find doll featuring the classic Superstar face mold and ask the import...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by fellow American Girl enthusiast Blake Changnon (@blake.changnon) for a heartfelt conversation about the dolls, books, and characters that have stayed with us throughout our lives. Blake shares his personal journey with American Girl and how the brand helped him navigate difficult challenges growing up, offering comfort, inspiration, and a sense of be...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, HAPPY PRIDE 🌈 — I’m joined by Peter Andrew Danzig for a conversation all about queer representation in dolls… and why it’s so often hidden in plain sight. From queer-coded fashion dolls to the rare few that were actually marketed as openly gay, we explore the complicated history of sexuality, masculinity, censorship, and identity in the toy aisle. We dive into th...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Madeline and Malachi ( @all.my.plastic.children ) for the first-ever couple interview on the show—and it’s one of the most unique conversations we’ve had yet. Brought together through a shared love of dolls, toys, and miniature worlds, the two open up about their relationship, their collecting journeys, and the very eclectic tastes that make their co...

This week on the Iconic Dollcast I’m joined by doll and toy designer Ci mmi ( @thedollhead ) for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the toy industry. Cinni worked for Play Along, Mattel, Hasbro and more — helping create dolls tied to major pop culture icons including Hannah Montana, The Cheetah Girls, Taylor Swift and many other unforgettable toy lines from the 90s and 2000s. We discuss how s...

This week on the Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Jenna ( @heyyalldolls) for a fun and nostalgic conversation all about the joy of doll collecting and the memories attached to it. We dive into the dolls from our childhoods that somehow disappeared from memory until we rediscovered them years later—and why those finds can feel so emotional and special. We also talk about the luxury (and chaos) of hav...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast I’m joined by Paige ( @thenostalgiatoybox ) for a deep dive into the toys that defined our childhoods—from the late 90s into the early 2000s. We’re talking everything from Strawberry Shortcake to Polly Pocket, Barbie to American Girl—and the unforgettable playsets (yes… the toy food!!) that made these worlds feel so real. We get into Paige’s personal collection gro...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m taking you inside the Denver Doll & Toy Super Show! 🛍️ Come along for a vlog-style day as I break down my budget, wishlist, and expectations before hitting the floor—then I take you through some of the most unique vendors and standout finds of the show. As well as some classic and random favorites!  Spoiler: Britney was nowhere to be found 👀 Barbie and St...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Riccardo (@lonely.doll_) for a fun and honest conversation all about our doll journeys and the pieces that mean the most to us—especially when it comes to Barbie. We dive into what it’s really like collecting outside of the U.S., including the rising challenges collectors are facing worldwide and how tariffs have impacted the accessibility and pricin...

This week on Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Sam (@samanthajeanv on TikTok) for a deep dive into all things American Girl —from nostalgic childhood memories to the brand’s modern evolution. We explore how our adult interests in history and storytelling connect back to the dolls and books we grew up with, and why those iconic American Girl catalogs (that every grandma somehow had lying around) made...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by Bobby ( @blytheandfriendz ) for a deep dive into the whimsical, collectible world of Blythe dolls. Bobby shares his personal doll journey—including what it was like growing up with a passion that wasn’t always understood—and how he found his place within the doll community. Together, we explore the fascinating history of Blythe, from their original 1...

This week on The Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by fellow Colorado doll collector Chrissy—born and raised in Boulder, just like me—for a conversation that celebrates everything we love about Barbie and the magic of collecting. From the joy, whimsey, and pure FUN that dolls bring into our lives, to the deeper meaning behind collecting as a form of creative expression (and even resistance to conformity...

This week on the Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by author and designer Kenneth King for an inspiring conversation about his journey in the world of dolls and fashion. We dive into his latest release, Doll Couture: Red Carpet Edition, the newest installment in his incredible book series celebrating creative story telling and high-fashion doll design. Kenneth shares how he discovered his passion for fa...

On this week’s episode of the Iconic Dollcast, I’m joined by fellow collector Andrew ( @andrewstoyscollection on Instagram ) for a fun and honest conversation about what it really means to be a lifelong doll collector. Andrew shares what it was like growing up collecting dolls with supportive parents, how collectors deal with judgment from others, and the surprisingly real challenges of dating whe...

SEASON 5 IS HERE! 🎉 | Barbie, American Girl, Disney & Monster High Doll ReleasesWelcome back to the Iconic Dollcast! Season 5 kicks off with a much-needed doll check-in, because there have already been so many new releases in 2026.In this episode, I’m diving into some of the biggest recent doll releases and reveals, including Disney dolls (some of the best we’ve seen in years), Monster High,...

WELCOME TO SEASON 5! Season 5 of Iconic Dollcast is officially here — and we’re kicking things off with something a little different. Today’s episode is a genuine, unedited, audio-only catch-up with me. No guests. No deep dive. Just a real, honest conversation about what I’ve been up to since the start of the year, what’s changed, and what’s coming next for the podcast. Thank you for listening and...

This week’s Iconic Doll Mini Deep Dive is all about the many Hilary Duff dolls released between 2002 and 2007.From the cultural phenomenon of Lizzie McGuire to her reign as a 2000s teen pop superstar, Hilary Duff had one of the most fascinating career trajectories of the era. But did her dolls ever truly capture her likeness… or her impact? In this episode, I break down the different doll releases...