Larry J. VanMersbergen
The Doctor Who Collectors’s Podcast
The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast talks about collecting all things related to Dr. Who and spinoffs. Everything from Toys to Books and Magazines.
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Larry J. VanMersbergen
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 101: That's Ace with Jonathon Brace 09.07.2026 57:09
Doctor Who Collectors Podcast – Episode 101 The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast returns with Episode 101, featuring a fascinating conversation with Jonathan Brace, the producer of That's Ace. Jonathan shares the story behind the show, his passion for Doctor Who, and what goes into creating one of fandom's most engaging productions. We also bring back everyone's favorite collecting segment, The Most...
Episode 100: Missing Episodes and is the Doctor in Distress? 13.06.2026 1:56:04
Episode 100: Missing Episodes and is the Doctor In Distress? With Brandon Peters and Eluides Pagan. Episode 100 of The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast is a celebration of reaching a major milestone. The episode opens with heartfelt messages and congratulations from friends of the podcast, fellow collectors, and several well-known figures from the world of Doctor Who. These tributes reflect the impa...
Episode 99: Cosplaying 13 and more with Kal Power 24.02.2026 1:38:02
Episode 99: Cosplaying 13 and more with Kal Power In today's show, I talk with Kal Power (@kalpower) who is a Doctor 13 cosplayer and is restoring a Tardis she got for free! She documents the whole process on Tik Tok. We also talk about Katie Haynes (who makes a brief appearance). A very exciting conversation! We also have My Time and the Most Outrageous Offer. Keep collecting! The Most Outra...
Episode 98: Fantastic! with Nick Seidler and Libby Shea 01.02.2026 1:17:03
Episode 98: Fantastic! with Nick Seidler and Libby Shea In this podcast episode, I sit down with Nick Seidler and Libby Shea to talk about their new book, Fantastic, published by Zepo Publishing. Our conversation explores the inspiration behind the book, the creative process that shaped it, and the ideas Fantastic brings to life for readers. Nick and Libby share insights into their collaboration,...
Episode 97: 2025 Christmas Wrap-up I want to Spend My Christmas with a Dalek 23.12.2025 12:29
🎄 The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast – 2025 Christmas Wrap-Up 🎄 As the year draws to a close, it’s time to look back on an incredible 2025 for The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast. In this special Christmas wrap-up episode, I reflect on just how good a year it’s been—for the podcast, for the hobby, and for Doctor Who collecting as a whole. From memorable interviews and fascinating deep dives to surp...
Episode 96: A Conversation with Richard Lloyd 16.12.2025 1:34:59
Episode 96 – The Doctor Who Collectors Podcast In Episode 96, I’m joined by collector and author Richard Lloyd for a wide-ranging conversation about life as a Doctor Who collector, how his passion for the series shaped his writing, and the stories behind some truly memorable pieces from his collection. Richard shares insights from his years in the hobby, reflecting on how collecting has changed an...
Episode 95: Who, Me! with David J. Howe 22.11.2025 1:29:06
David J. Howe has a new memoir called "Who Me!". I talk with him about his story and how Dr. Who and David J. Howe are one and the same. I also talk about Chicago Tardis and what is happening this coming weekend (Nov. 28-30, 2025). Join me at the Westin in Lombard, IL. This and The Most Outrageous Offer in Dalek magnitude! [caption id="attachment_2137" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Version 1...
Episode 94: Myths and Legends: The Reeltime Pictures story with Dylan Rees and Keith Barnfather 26.10.2025 1:28:59
Reeltime Pictures has been around a long time. Behind the scenes interviews and dramas like War Time and Downtime. Created characters like Kate Lethbridge-Stewart. This new book explores the background of this amazing company. Joining me is the CEO of Reeltime Pictures, Mr. Keith Barnfather and the Author of Myths and Legends: The Reeltime Pictures Story, Mr. Dylan Rees. This and the most outrage...
Episode 93: A Conversation with M.J. Huntsgood 03.10.2025 1:28:46
Meet M.J. Huntsgood! She is an author and Dr. Who Collector. This is Collection Stories! We talk about her love of Dr. Who collecting and a little about her life as a author and content creator. You can find her on Tik Tok @mjhuntsood also anywhere out there with the same tag. Don't forget our Tik Tok channel! @doctor.who.collec [caption id="attachment_2116" align="alignnone" width="300"] www.mjh...
Episode 92: 1988 Classic Hardcovers: The Final Chapter with Tony Whitt 08.09.2025 57:51
When Virgin publishing purchased WH Allen, the hardcover books were losing money. In June, 1988 it was decided to stop publishing cloth bound Dr. Who books. The final novel, "The Smugglers," was limited to 1000 copies. That makes it extremely hard to find. The other titles were random. 153 hardcovers were published from 1974-1988 including reprints. Owning a whole set is a lofty goal. I am miss...
Episode 91: The Jon Pertwee Collection 30.07.2025 30:54
A brand New Collection featuring the third Doctor, Jon Pertwee, has been released on Vinyl and CD. Included on this collection is Jon Pertwee reading "The Curse of Peladon" and "Planet of the Daleks". "Who is the Doctor?" single from 1972, and bonus audio of archive items. I present my review of this collection of my favorite Doctor! Buy This collection! The Most Outrageous Offer! The Doctor Who...
Episode 90: Classic Hardcovers sold in the USA prior to 1984! 16.06.2025 37:37
After finding a 1981 Catalog from the "Time Lord, Inc" of Brooklyn, NY owned by Ed Novak, I now have a new list of classic hardcover (Wingate and WH Allen) books sold in the USA in 1981. This is 4 years before my company, Bundles from Britain, got the exclusive distribution deal from Lyle Stuart. This opens the door to more possible non-library copies that might be in the New York area and beyond...
Episode 89: A Conversation with Alex Storer 03.06.2025 1:11:03
After a very positive review of the book Evolution of the Toy Dalek, author Alex Storer comes on the program to talk about this and a new book just released. More Daleks! We have My Time and the Most Outrageous offer! Keep Collecting! The Most Outrageous Offer! Doctor Who: The Rescue Taget Book 1987 Outrageous Price here! Use the link below to get one at a reasonable price while it lasts! Better...
Episode 88: 1987 Classic Hardcovers with Tony Whitt 09.05.2025 1:34:41
We continue our coverage of the Classic Dr. Who hardcovers by WH Allen with the year 1987. The company is being sold to Virgin books and sales are not going well. WH Allen is trying hard to liquidate assets and sell as many books in this final full year of publication. The books released are in a random order with only one Sylvester McCoy story making it to hardcover. Tony Whitt, the host of the...
Episode 87: Evolution of the toy Dalek: Collecting Through the Ages Review 11.04.2025 35:51
Today I go through and give two thumbs up to this amazing new book on Dalek toys through the ages. Alex Storer has the most comprehensive information on the toys and Dalek merchandise that I have ever seen. Along with My Time and the Most Outrageous Offer! The Most Outrageous Offer! The Gallifrey Chronicles by John Peel Outrageous Price here! The most outrageous offer for this book! Use the links...
Episode 86: A conversation with Andy Price! 15.03.2025 1:37:00
Today I talk to to a veteran collector who has been watching the program since 1963! Andy Price joins me for Collection Stories. I also have my time and the most outrageous offer. I dedicate this episode to the memory of Simon Fisher Becker (d. 2025) You can listen to this podcast here, Apple Podcasts, and Podbean! I am also on most other platforms. The Most Outrageous Offer! An ex-library copy o...
Episode 85: 1986 hardcovers with Tony Whitt 29.01.2025 1:20:43
Today we cover the 1986 WH Allen, Amereon, Aeonian, and Nelson Doubleday hardcovers in our continuing series about these hard-to-find books. Joining me is Tony Whitt, the host of the Doctor Who Target Book Club Podcast. I cover the information and value while Tony tells you what the story was worth. This and the most outrageous offer. The books covered here in publication order: Revenge of the C...
Episode 84: Christmas and 2024 wrap-up 24.12.2024 14:59
That wraps up 2024! Merry Christmas everyone! I am also presenting "I am going to spend my Christmas with a Dalek" for your listening pleasure. See you in the new year! You can listen to this podcast here, Apple Podcasts, and Podbean! I am also on most other platforms.
Episode 83: Interview with Frazer Hines and Wendy Padbury 10.12.2024 1:17:38
On today's show I update you on all the great things happening with me. You will hear my main stage interview with Frazer Hines and Wendy Padbury recorded live at Chicago Tardis. Special thanks to Stephen Fodor for the recording. This along with The Most outrageous offer makes an very exciting 83rd episode! Keep Collecting. The Most Outrageous Offer:Doctor Who Maquinas De Guerra, De George Mann....
Episode 82: The World's Largest Doctor Who Collection 22.11.2024 1:11:45
On today's show we talk to the holders of the world record for the largest Doctor Who Collection as verified by the Guiness Book. William and Lee Thompson return to the podcast this time as record holders. This along with My Time and the Most outrageous Offer! Keep Collecting! The Most Outrageous Offer: Christmas on a Rational Planet by Lawrence Miles Since books sell quickly, I am only showing t...
Episode 81: It Belongs in a Museum with Neil Cole 14.10.2024 1:31:05
On today's show we talk with Neil Cole, the curator and founder of the Museum of Classic Sci-Fi in Northumberland (UK). We talk about his museum, his collection, and his new book "It Belongs in a Museum." This was a great conversation! This along with My Time and the Most outrageous Offer! Keep Collecting! Click here to visit the Museum website and how to buy the book. The Most Outrageous Offer...
Episode 80: Classic Hardcovers of 1985 with Tony Whitt 30.09.2024 1:41:01
On today's show we explore the WH Allen hardcovers published and sold in 1985! 13 books with one reprinted book. This would be the last time a hardcover in this line would be reprinted and we can't figure out why? Why were only 1st edition "Two Doctors" target books sent to the US and not available in the UK? The hardcover run will end in the middle of 1988 so how are sales? US distribution hap...
Episode 79: A Conversation with Elisabeth Wade 25.08.2024 1:02:11
I love talking with Dr. Who Fans and Cosplayers! Elisabeth is a volunteer at Chicago Tardis, a member of the Chicago Dr. Who Meetup, and a very active cosplayer! You can find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Tik Tok. I recap Ego Con and talk about Trading in the collecting world. I also talk about authenticity of old Dr. Who items. My Most Outrageous Offer is a Big Finish Release asking for Big...
Episode 78: A Conversation with Steven Warren Hill 03.07.2024 1:20:27
Red, White and Who, The Story of Dr. Who in America is a book I mention in every episode! My company that I founded in 1984 is listed in this history! This was my inspiration to start this podcast. Today, I talk with the principal author, Steven Warren Hill. He also is the programming director for Chicago Tardis. The Most outrageous offer is a book that was published in 2003 and has a price larg...
Episode 77: Classic Hardcovers of 1984 with Tony Whitt 17.06.2024 1:18:22
Our continuing coverage of classic hardcover books from Universal Tandem i.e. WH Allen. This time it's 1984 with 11 books including 1 American printing of "The Android Invasion" by the elusive publisher Amereon. Joining on this adventure is the host and producer of The Doctor Who Target Book Club Podcast, Professor Tony Whitt! We have My Time and the Most Outrageous Offer. Keep Collecting! This...
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