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The Doll PodcastFashion Dolls, Timeless EleganceThe story of fashion and dolls has been linked throughout time as dolls havelong been associated with social aspiration and style. Host Louisa Maxwell is joined by Barbie expert Bradley JusticeYarbrough and Sara Woodbury curator of fine art at the Barry Art Museum to discuss the current shows exploring the relationship of dolls and fashion through the centuries. Two stunning exhibitions at the BarryArt Museum run in tandem :“Carved Couture “ offer's an intimate look at the world of the 18th century fashion doll - while the second exhibition “ Out of the Box: A Barb...2025-04-0655 minThe Doll PodcastMasterpiece Collector Karin SchmelcherWhen a doll collection comes up for auction, we glimpse not just beautiful objects, but a collector's passion, vision, and journey. The upcoming Masterpiece sale at Ladenburger Spielzugauktion in Ladenburg Germany on April 4-5, 2025 presents just such an opportunity with German collector Karin Schmelcher's extraordinary collection of rare French and German dolls.Join host Louisa Maxwell as we explore the highlights of this remarkable collection with Pia Fast Seidel of Ladenburger Auction House and distinguished collector Marco Bröning, Karin Schmelcher’s longtime friend. They guide us through exceptional pieces including two rare Bru Jeune ballerina dolls with...2025-03-1135 min
Mr Spike's Bedtime StoriesThe Shadow on the Blind, by Louisa BaldwinWhen Mr Stackpoole takes on a run down old country house, little does he realise that the truth behind the tales he hears about the reasons why its previous tenants left will soon become all too apparent to him and his family.Mr Spike's Bedtime Stories theme and incidental music composed by Graham Walmsley.Graham is the creator of role playing games including 'Cthulhu Dark' and 'Cosmic Dark' and you can find him on Substack at https://grahamwalmsley.substack.com/ and Twitter @grahamwalmsleyIf you are enjoying these tales, why...2025-02-0949 minThe Doll PodcastBarbie at 65, The Evolution of a Fashion DollFrom astronaut to presidential candidate, Barbie's 250-plus professions mirror the evolving landscape of women's roles in society. Barbie doll has become a cultural icon over her 65 years, reflecting the evolution of women's roles and careers. Through her myriad professions, Barbie inspires children to dream big and showcases the importance of representation, creativity, and empowerment in society.Join Barbie doll expert Bradley Justice Yarbrough and host Louisa Maxwell as they chart Barbie’s 65 years as a pop culture icon. 2025-01-1945 minThe Doll PodcastPaper Dolls, Fashion and Play with Samy OdinDid you know paper dolls were the original fashion influencers? Samy Odin author, lecturer and former Director of the the Musée de la Poupée-Paris joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the historic role of paper dolls. Samy takes us through the evolution paper dolls from their beginnings as a playful exploration of identity in the 17th century, to promoting fashion and the arts. These delicate creations are now valued collectables and a record of fashion and play through the centuries.2024-12-2258 minThe Doll PodcastTeddy Bears, from Playthings to Priceless with Danial Agnew and Louisa MaxwellWelcome to the enchanting world of vintage teddy bear collecting, a fascinating realm where childhood nostalgia meets the art of high-stakes auctions. British teddy expert Daniel Agnew, has worked with Christie's South Kensington, the London Toy Auction, and now with SAS, Special Auction Services in the United Kingdom. Daniel shares his wealth of knowledge and passion for these timeless companions and the factors that contribute to the high market value of certain bears. Listeners are treated to an inside look at the upcoming December 3, 2024, auction at Special Auction Services. This highly anticipated event promises to be a highlight for vin...2024-11-1532 minThe Doll PodcastRobert Tonner Introduces Hollywood Sensation Lacie ChurchillRobert Tonner’s fashion doll Lacie Churchill is a movie studio executive who is always red carpet ready. When she is not green lighting Oscar worthy projects at Hollywood’s Momax studios Lacie is outperforming fellow film moguls in the boardroom. American Sculptor, fashion designer and entrepreneur Robert Tonner has created many exciting dolls during his over 30 year career. Robert launched The Tonner Doll Company in 1991, which became famous for producing fashion dolls, pop culture figures, and collectibles that combined exquisite craftsmanship with artistic design.2024-11-1024 minThe Doll PodcastCelebrating SindyBritish toy designer Rachel Godfroy joins host Louisa Maxwell to celebrate over sixty years of fashion doll Sindy. Sindy was launched in 1963 by Pedigree toys at a time when British fashion and music were sweeping the world. The Beatle’s topped the charts with “She Loves You” and Mary Quant’s mini skirts set off a youth quake in fashion. Sindy was a doll created for the British market and she reflected the culture and fashion of a very exciting time. Louisa and Rachel chart the course of fashion doll Sindy throughout her six decades...2024-08-0654 minThe Doll PodcastMartha Chase, Progressive Kindness Part 2Dr. Sarah Woodbury, Curator of Art at the Barry Art Museum and host Louisa Maxwell delve into the life and legacy of Martha Jenks Chase. Dr. Woodbury takes you through the "Progressive Kindness" exhibition at the Barry Art Museum, highlighting how Martha's progressive values and medical background fuelled her creations. Uncover the profound impact of Martha's work on both nursing education and children's intellectual growth, as we explore the intersection of art, medicine, and social reform.2024-06-2713 minThe Doll PodcastMartha Chase, Progressive KindnessThe current exhibition at the Barry Art Museum in Norfolk Virginia, USA, discusses the work of Martha Jenks Chase and reveals how one woman’s desire to give her children a meaningful plaything became a movement for change and a company that would create dolls for almost 100 years.Barry Museum guest curator Brett Day Windham joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the exhibition which explores Martha Chase’s work and how she used dolls as tools for social change and innovation. Brett is a multidisciplinary artist whose work uses found objects to create sculptures and images. s...2024-06-0240 min
SoA SoundsAdventures in Radio with Barney Norris: Rhiannon TiseIn this final episode, acclaimed playwright, novelist and host of the Adventures in Radio podcast series, Barney Norris, talks to Rhiannon Tise about her radio adaptation of George Eliot’s The Mill on the Floss. What of the uniqueness of the radio drama form? What of a writer’s creative freedom when handling a pre-existing work? What of the constraints of form and structure? Enjoy Barney and Rhiannon discuss around all this and more in this last serving from the Adventures In Radio team at the Society of Authors. Rhiannon’s radio adaptation of George Eliot’s The Mill...2024-03-2550 min
ChewingEpisode 128: Maxwells Trading, Feld, next gen chefs This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the next gen of chefs and King Cake season. Monica interviews chef Erling Wu-Bower who just opened Maxwell Trading, plus chef and TikTok star Jacob Potashnick who’s planning to open Feld in Chicago. Then, Louisa gives us the rundown on Roscas, and what she's hoping for King Cake season. chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Louisa Chu: Insta @louisachu1, Threads @louisachu 2024-01-2247 minThe Doll PodcastLilli Baitz, Rare Dolls from the Collection of Rosalie WhyelStuart Holbrook president of Theriault’s Auction House joins The Doll Podcast host Louisa Maxwell to discuss rare dolls by Austrian artist Lilli Baitz from the collection of Rosalie Whyel. Rosalie Whyel founded of the award winning Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art in Seattle Washington . Stuart tells the story of this major collection of Lilli Baitz dolls and how Rosalie Whyel preserved these dolls for future generations to enjoy.Austrian artist Lilli Baitz trained in art schools in Florence, Munich and Vienna. She established her studio in Berlin with her husband Roman in 1909. Lilli Baitz created beaut...2024-01-0425 min
Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Fiction, DramaStories About Siblings by Mary Tuttiett, Mary E Wilkins Freeman, Mary Butts, W W Jacobs, M P Shiel, Mary E Mann, Rainer Maria Rilke, Knut HaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/772478 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Stories About Siblings Author: Mary Tuttiett, Mary E Wilkins Freeman, Mary Butts, W W Jacobs, M P Shiel, Mary E Mann, Rainer Maria Rilke, Knut Hamsun, Elinor Mordaunt, Nikolai Gogol, Louisa May Alcott, Edith Nesbit, Sherwood Anderson, D.H. Lawrence, William Thackeray, Kate Chopin Narrator: Elliot Fitzpatrick, Lisa Bowerman, William Dufris Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 19 minutes Release date: January 1, 2024 Genres: Drama Publisher's Summary: Those closest to us, especially in our early years, are the immediate members of our family. We look to them for love, guidance, care...2024-01-0105 minThe Doll PodcastRosalie Whyel, A Life in DollsStuart Holbrook, president of Theriault’s auction house, joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the legacy of Rosalie Whyel, the founder of 'The Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art' in Seattle Washington. Rosalie Whyel wanted dolls to teach and inspire new generations and she shared that dream with thousand of visitors for 25 years. Stuart Holbrook knew Rosalie very well and tells the story of how she created a collection to inspire the world. Sadly we lost Rosalie this year and her friend Stuart Holbrook was entrusted to appraise and auction the collection of a lifetime. Stuart sha...2023-12-2140 minThe Doll PodcastFashioning Innovation Madame Alexander at 100, Part 2Madame Alexander has been making dolls for over 100 years - the key to her success was innovation and quality. Curator Sara Woodbury joins host Louisa Maxwell for Part 2 of the podcast discussing the The Barry Art Museum's exhibition Fashioning Innovation Madame Alexander at 100 celebrating the centenary of The Madame Alexander Doll company and its founder Beatrice Alexander. In 1955 Beatrice Alexander introduced her fashion doll 'Cissy'. Her character was based on the modern American debutante and she had a couture inspired wardrobe.Madame Alexander was recognised with an award from the ‘New York Fashion Academy” for her contributi...2023-12-1725 minThe Doll PodcastFashioning Innovation, Madame Alexander at 100The Madame Alexander doll company has been making dolls for over 100 years - and the key to their success is innovation and quality. Museum Curator Sara Woodbury joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss a new exhibition at The Barry Art Museum entitled Fashioning Innovation, Madame Alexander at 100 . The exhibition celebrates the centenary of The Madame Alexander doll company and its founder Beatrice Alexander. The Barry Art Museum, is the cultural hub of the Old Dominion University, located in Virginia USA . The museum displays fine art in all its forms: painting, sculpture, glass and a superb collecti...2023-12-0628 minThe Doll PodcastMadame Alexander 100 years of Style, with Bruce A. de ArmondMadame Alexander had a dream to educate through dolls and 100 years later, Madame’s legacy is still inspiring new generations of children. Designer and author Bruce A. de Armond joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the life and work of Beatrice Alexander. Madame was born Bertha (Beatrice) Alexander, in New York’s lower East side where her father had a doll shop and hospital. Beatrice trained and worked as a bookkeeper but the advent of World War One and a shortage of the supply of dolls from Europe inspired Beatrice and sisters to create their own cloth dolls. T...2023-11-2348 minThe Doll PodcastBarbie, The Evolution of a Fashion DollDoll Podcast host Louisa Maxwell charts the journey of Barbie from pop culture icon to movie star.Barbie is the girl that has it all: a hit movie, a dream house and then there is Ken - Barbie’s favourite accessory. In her over 60 years she has been immortalised by Andy Warhol and dressed by a rota of top fashion designers including: Oscar de la Renta, Bob Mackie, Yves Saint Laurent, Escada, Ralph Lauren, Vera Wang, Vivienne Westwood, Givenchy and too many more to mention in just one podcast. Now she has made box office history with a rec...2023-11-0317 minThe Doll PodcastNew Season 5 of The Doll PodcastThe Doll Podcast is back in November 2023 for a new season. Fashion dolls have been in the news this year as Barbie is not only queen of the doll aisle but a Hollywood star too. Bradley Justice Yarbrough joins host Louisa Maxwell to review the effect that 'Barbie, the Movie' has had on doll collectors and collecting. Madame Alexander is celebrating 100 years of doll making and author and designer Bruce DeArmond reveals the story of Beatrice Alexander and her dolls. 'The Barry Art Museum' in Norfolk Virginia is hosting an exhibition ‘Fashioning Innovation: Madame Alexand...2023-10-2702 minThe Doll PodcastRosalie Whyel, Great Collections and CollectorsStuart Holbrook president of Theriault’s auction house joins host Louisa Maxwell to celebrate the legacy of Rosalie Whyel, founder of The Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art in Seattle Washington. Rosalie Whyel wanted dolls to teach and inspire new generations and she shared that dream with thousand of visitors for 25 years. Stuart Holbrook knew Rosalie very well and tells the story of how she created a collection to inspire the world. Sadly we lost Rosalie this year and Stuart discusses Rosalie’s legacy and her wishes for the future of her co...2023-08-0634 minThe Doll PodcastThe Great Exhibition: Bébés at the BarryThe Barry Art Museum at Old Dominion University in Virginia USA, features three major collections: Fine Art Paintings, Glass, Historic Dolls and Automata. The Barry Museum’s doll collection spans three centuries of fashion and culture, the dolls are exhibited alongside great works of art challenging the viewer to see the doll in terms of art and the society that created them. The Barry Art Museum's guest Curator Sara Woodbury joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the Barry’s latest exhibition exploring the story of...2023-06-1538 minThe Doll PodcastWorld Doll DayWorld Doll Day is June 10, 2023 this year and in an episode from our archive we share the history of World Doll Day and how you can celebrate this year.Michael Canadas of the Grovian Doll Museum joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the origins of World Doll Day and how it has grown into a worldwide celebration of dollsThis year we will celebrate World Doll Day on June 11, 2022. World Doll Day is not just for doll enthusiasts but a day for everyone to give or share the special joy a doll c...2023-06-0158 minThe Doll PodcastMaison Huret, The Finest French Fashion Dolls, with Valerie FogelValerie Fogel joins host Louisa Maxwell to explore the history of Maison Huret, famous for creating luxury French fashion dolls with the finest fashions and accessories. In 1844 Mademoiselle Calixté Huret was inspired to create a doll with an idealised view of a young lady with an elaborate lifestyle. Calixté worked with her sister Leopoldine creating a family business that celebrated innovation, in the art of the doll. Valerie Fogel has loved dolls since her father brought them home from every port when she was a small child. As her collection and knowledge grew...2023-05-1141 minThe Doll PodcastDesigning Barbie with Bradley Justice YarbroughOn our last episode Bradley Justice Yarbrough shared the story of Barbie and her career selling the dream lifestyle on film and TV. This time in an episode from our archive Bradley relates the story of the team of talented artists, fashion designers and engineers it took to bring Ruth Handler’s vision of Barbie doll into being. In the 1950’s toymaker Ruth Handler watched her daughter playing with paper dolls and was inspired to create a fashion doll that a child could hold in their hand. Mattel assembled a design team o...2023-04-2243 minThe Doll PodcastBarbie, Selling the Dream, with Bradley Justice YarbroughBradley Justice Yarbrough author and expert on all things Barbie doll joins host Louisa Maxwell to explore how Barbie captivated generations of children through the medium of television advertising.Bradley has amassed an impressive archive of first hand interviews and accounts of the story behind the creation of this pop culture legend. He traces the trends Barbie has followed in her over sixty years and how she reflects our fashion and culture. Bradley gives us an insight into the creative people that made Barbie a household name.2023-04-0734 minThe Doll PodcastGene Marshall & Mel Odom, Films and Stars of Hollywood’s Golden AgeAward winning artist and illustrator Mel Odom joins host Louisa Maxwell on The Doll Podcast.Mel Odom’s work has graced magazine covers for: Time, Omni, The New York Times , Rolling Stone, Blue Boy and Play Boy. He has created artwork for numerous best selling books and album covers for CBS records. Mel’s art deco influenced portraits are reminiscent of dramatically lit Hollywood film stills, his love of film and beauty inspired him to make a doll, Gene Marshall, a fashion doll and star of stage and screen. In our interview Mel reveals...2023-03-111h 00
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14. Mark...2023-01-301h 57The Doll PodcastThe Perfect Cut with Designer Tamara CaseyTamara Casey is the creative force behind Designs by Jude a design house offering over nine hundred sewing patterns for dolls. Tamara joins fellow sewing enthusiast Louisa Maxwell to share her journey as a designer. Sewing new outfits is one of the most creative parts of doll collecting and Tamara’s pattern collection offers designs for over sixty types of dolls. Her Youtube channel has over 4,000 subscribers where she gives step by step tutorials to allow doll lovers to release their inner couturier.https://www.dollpodcast.com/podcasts/tamara-casey-designing-for-dolls2022-12-1051 minThe Doll PodcastEvery Doll Tells a Story with Stuart Holbrook Part 2Stuart Holbrook president of Theriault’s auction house joins host Louisa Maxwell in Vienna, Austria, to discuss his travels in 2022 searching for unique and precious dolls.In part two Stuart and Louisa discuss how the definition of a doll is changing and the art of the Japanese doll. They discuss how the pandemic has effected auctions and that even more people are collecting dolls than before. If you missed part 1 you can find it on Apple Podcasts or our website www.dollpodcast.com or on Apple Podcasts or wherever you find you podcasts.2022-11-2427 minThe Doll PodcastEvery Doll Tells a Story, with Stuart Holbrook, Part 1Stuart Holbrook president of Theriault’s auction house joins host Louisa Maxwell in Vienna, Austria, to discuss his travels in 2022 searching for unique and precious dolls.In Australia Stuart met collectors of antique dolls, that originally voyaged there in the 19th century, and jet setting Barbie rarities. Determined Australian collectors have traveled far and wide to get their dolls and each doll has a fascinating story and journey.The stories of unique objects is the subject of Stuart’s new book “Never ending Stories”- the history and legacy of iconic objects. He explains how “dolls are n...2022-11-1036 minThe Doll PodcastGlamourOZ DollsAustralian artist, Jozef Szekeres joins host Louisa Maxwell on The Doll Podcast.As a senior animator at Walt Disney, Jozef Szekeres brought a cast of imaginary characters to life. He is also the author of best selling comic books and graphic novels. Inspired by his love of sculpture and fashion and he created his fashion doll line GlamourOZ Dolls and received the accolade of American DOLLS Awards of Excellence Industry’s Choice winner in 2020.2022-10-2741 min
The Doll PodcastKäthe KruseJonathan Greene, who lectures on Käthe Kruse dolls, and hosts the Käthe Kruse Gathering joins host Louisa Maxwell.Käthe Kruse has been a name synonymous with dolls for over 100 years. Her journey as a doll artist started in 1905 when her daughter wished for a cuddly doll, so Käthe created a doll with the weight and softness of a baby. Jonathan Greene tells us the story of this talented artist and entrepreneur who created an international brand of handcrafted dolls.https://www.dollpodcast.com/podcas...2022-10-0635 minThe Doll PodcastWorld Doll DayMichael Canadas of the Grovian Doll Museum joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the origins of World Doll Day and how it has grown into a worldwide celebration of dollsThis year we will celebrate World Doll Day on June 11, 2022. World Doll Day is not just for doll enthusiasts but a day for everyone to give or share the special joy a doll can bring.World Doll Day was established in 1986 by Mildred Seeley the renowned doll expert, author and collector. Just as she shared her love of dolls through...2022-06-0658 minThe Doll PodcastLa Poupée Modèle & The Golden Age of French DollsSamy Odin lecturer and author of numerous books on dolls and director of the Musée de la Poupée Paris for 25 years, joins host Louisa Maxwell to share the story of the magazine La Poupée Modèle.The French children’s magazine La Poupée Modèle was launched in 1863 by Parisienne business woman Madame Lavallee-Peronne. Published monthly each issue included: stories, plays, recipes, puzzles and supplements of paper dolls and accessories. Dolls were a major part of the magazines appeal, each issue had...2022-05-1335 minThe Doll PodcastThe Spice Girls, Celebrity dolls you really, really want!Adam and podcast host Louisa Maxwell share their mutual admiration for the band and the dolls that any celebrity doll collector will really, really want.Adam Weatherly has the world’s largest collections of Spice Girl dolls. It’s over 25 years since the band successfully stormed the charts and Adam is hoping to get the dolls, who are the best selling celebrity dolls in history, into the Toy Hall of Fame.The Spice girls bounded on to the music scene with their hit “Wannabe” and their catch phrase ZigaZigAhhhh! They took over...2022-04-0241 minThe Doll PodcastBleuette and La Semaine De Suzette with Samy Odin and Louisa MaxwellA little doll called Bleuette enchanted generations of French children for the first half of the twentieth century. She was launched in 1905 by a children’s magazine called ‘La Semaine de Suzette' where she became a huge success with young readers who dressed her and sewed for her. More than 1,000 clothing patterns were published for her making Bleuette one of the most fashionable dolls in history. Samy Odin joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the history of Bleuette and 'La Semaine de Suzette'. Samy Odin is a lecturer and author of numerous books on dolls and w...2022-02-1951 min