VINTAGE CLOTHING N' STUFF W/ DREW HEIFETZ

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Vintage Polo’s Renaissance: Market Trends, the RL Archive Room & a Polo-Only NYC Event

Drew and Jesse Heifetz film in the newly moved F as in Frank Toronto warehouse and dedicate the episode to Polo Ralph Lauren’s resurgence in vintage. Jesse explains his long-time obsession with Polo’s classic Americana, function-first design, and consistency, then they trace the vintage Polo market from early-2010s peak Rose Bowl “polo hunts,” through a Big Pony-era crash, to a recent price rebound affecting both unicorn and more common pieces. They discuss Ralph Lauren selling vintage directly, how the brand sources and prices archival items, and Doug “Bill” Meyer’s role and recent sell-off. Jesse announces an in-progress archive room to house his extensive Polo collection for design/editorial access and content. They review the recent Ralph Lauren runway show’s vintage references and close by announcing a March 15 Polo-only buy/sell/trade event at Metropolis Vintage in Manhattan with a $5 entry raffle.
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Barn Owl Vintage’s Josh P Dan on Dating Filson, the Cruiser’s History & Building a retail shop with 50% growth YoY.

Host Drew Heifetz welcomes Josh P Dan (Barn Owl Vintage) from Seattle to discuss vintage workwear, with a deep dive into Filson’s history and how to date Filson garments. They open with a Filson quiz covering the brand’s origins, tin cloth/oilcloth evolution, rugged twill sourcing, and the 1912 Cruiser. Josh shares his path from the East Coast music scene and Tower Records to Seattle, early Amazon and marketing work, then leaving corporate life to sell vintage full-time. He explains building Barn Owl Vintage from pop-ups and an antique mall booth into a 3,700 sq ft Georgetown shop, crediting staff, SEO-focused online strategy, and sourcing systems for 50% year-over-year revenue growth. They cover rare finds like a Gold Cruiser auctioned for $10K with proceeds supporting local mutual aid, and Josh’s guide to dating Filson by labels and snaps, plus his work helping Filson build its archive.

00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest
01:27 Meet Barn Owl Vintage
02:27 Filson Quiz Kickoff
04:17 Tin Cloth Origins
07:04 Cruiser Jacket History
09:48 Rarest Filson Finds
13:03 East Coast Roots
15:47 Nineties Style Staples
17:36 From Amazon to Marketing
22:54 Going Full Time Vintage
26:17 Sourcing Ecosystem
29:17 Pricing Without Comps
32:07 Seattle Vintage Scene
35:14 Opening and Expanding Shop
41:31 Store Expansion Pays Off
43:02 Hiring Staff for Growth
44:56 SEO Driven Online Strategy
47:19 Filson Gold Cruiser Auction
52:52 Rarest Filson Finds
55:25 1936 Levi’s Surprise Call
58:05 Filson Brand History Timeline
01:03:21 Made in USA and Quality
01:15:30 Dating Filson Garments
01:18:54 Working with Filson Archives
01:24:12 Advice for Vintage Sellers
01:29:06 Closing Thanks and Next Episodes
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this engaging podcast episode, the hosts discuss their recent month-long road trip across the United States, focusing on their adventures in vintage shopping. They share personal backstories, the thrill of hunting for unique items, and the dynamics of buying in various cities. The conversation highlights the cultural differences encountered along the way, the excitement of discovering hidden gems, and the camaraderie developed among the group. The hosts reflect on their experiences, the challenges faced, and the memorable finds that made the trip worthwhile. In this engaging conversation, the speakers share their experiences from a recent road trip, highlighting the culinary delights they encountered along the way, including Texas Roadhouse, Skyline Chili, and unique fair foods. They also discuss their visits to various vintage shops, emphasizing the vibrant culture of cities like Pittsburgh and Cincinnati. The importance of customer service in retail, particularly in the vintage market, is explored, along with management insights gained from their experiences. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the thrill of the hunt in vintage shopping and the joy of connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

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Kris aka @robin_hood_of_goodwill was one of the most requested guests to be on the show. He is just a very good human and relatable on so many levels. Not only does he produce his own vlogs her on youtube but he is an accomplished painter and a retired military vet. Thrifting and hunting for treasure is only become his recent hobby and he does it well. Unlike many vintage heads, Kris has deep knowledge outside of clothing and he shares lots of it on the show. He even picks trash day in his local community and comes UP. Enjoy the podcast and for the full 2 hour episode make sure you join my youtube or hit the patreon link above. 

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Jordan Peck is a real deal denim hunter.  This man has more passion for Denim than anyone I have ever met. He truly cares about the stories and the people behind the items that he covets. Spending his time scouring ranches and farmsteads he is always on the hunt fo the next denim treasure. His collection boasts over 150 pairs of bucklebacks jeans alone. This is such a great episode.
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