Auction Waves
"Auction Waves" takes you beyond the auction catalog for an up-close look at the antique and the classic, the rare and the beautiful, the eclectic and the unique. Host Elizabeth McLeod brings you enlightening and entertaining conversations with experts and authorities from the worlds of art, history, culture, style, and technology to bring you the inside story on distinctive items from our galleries.
Episodes
27 episodes
The Auctioneer's Apprentice
Get to know a fresh new voice behind the auction podium as Elizabeth McLeod introduces you to Connor Johnson, now rising to the challenges of this exciting career under the tutelage of master auctioneer Kaja Veilleux.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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Enchanted, Revisited
Winter may be on the way out, but the excitement of Winter Enchantment 2026 lingers on! Elizabeth McLeod reviews the highlights of our latest three-day feature sale. From Louis Vuitton to the lost lore of alchemy, it was an auction to remember!...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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What's Hot in Jewelry with Special Guest Sylvia Li
Host Elizabeth McLeod chats with Thomaston Place Auction Galleries' jewelry specialist Sylvia Li about current and upcoming jewelry trends, and where you can find these styles in our upcoming Winter Enchantment 2026 auction catalog.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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Our Time is Your Time with Special Guest Darrin Guitreau
All great achievements require time, and so do great auctions! Join Elizabeth McLeod and Darrin Guitreau, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries' horological specialist, for a talk on the romance of fine wristwatches and detailed reviews of Darrin's...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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The Jukebox Experience with Ed Liss
No need to drop in a nickel as you learn the colorful history of a 20th Century American institution! Elizabeth McLeod welcomes prominent jukebox collector and historian Ed Liss for a swinging discussion of the rise of these flashing mechanical...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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Looking Ahead with Michael Clawson
The future isn't just coming – it's here! Join Elizabeth McLeod for a wide ranging conversation with Michael Clawson of International Artist Publishing and the American Arts Collective Podcast, as they explore art market trends for 2026, the in...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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Around The Horn of History: Investigating A Matchless Maritime Relic
Megan Pinette of the Belfast Historical Society & Museum sits down with Elizabeth McLeod for a closer look at a fascinating lot featured in our upcoming
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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25:04
2025 In Review
In this special year-end edition Elizabeth McLeod recaps the highlights of each of the ten auctions conducted at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries over the year past, and looks ahead to the coming 2026 auction season!From rare coins to c...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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22:15
What’s Hot in Our Unreserved Collection Jewelry Auction
Elizabeth McLeod and Thomaston Place Auction Galleries jewelry specialist Sylvia Li sit down for a fun and educational review of Sylvia's top five picks in our upcoming Jewelry Auction: The Unreserved Collection and our
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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22:21
Behind the Bidding: The 1909 Plate Mystery — Solved with Alan Young
Solved! The Case Of The Mystery Plate! In this special post-auction edition of Auction Waves, Elizabeth McLeod reviews highlights of our just-completed Autumn Majestic Auction and unveils the full story of an enigmatic license p...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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18:21
The Glory of Old Glory: Historic American Flags with Flag Expert James Ferrigan
Flag expert and historian James Ferrigan of the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA) joins Elizabeth McLeod for a fascinating journey through The Glory of Old Glory — America’s most iconic symbol.
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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23:12
It's Time—For Autumn Majestic! With Peter Rioux
With our Autumn Majestic auction ready to go this week, we bring you a special release of Auction Waves! Elizabeth McLeod and Kaylor Bergman review the procedure...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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Uncovering the Art and Enigma of James Fitzgerald with Susan Danly
Inspired by the remarkable discovery of a hidden second image on the verso of
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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25:15
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Harvey Peterson and his Workshop of Wonders
Contemporary sculptor Harvey Peterson worked in Maine for fifteen years, creating a fascinating series of articulated wooden figures in a unique vernacular style, three of which are featured in our upcoming Autumn Majestic Auction. In this edit...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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25:57
History By The Numbers — The Rise and Fall of the Porcelain License Plate
Collector and researcher Eric Taylor of porcelainplates.net joins Elizabeth McLeod for a fascinating look at the earliest years of the not-so-humble automobile license plate, and gives his s...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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From East to West — Maine’s Historic Sea Captains and the Legacy of Japanese Art
From East to West, how did remarkable Asian art and antiques find their way to Maine?In this episode of Auction Waves, Elizabeth McLeod sits down with Chris Timm of the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath to uncover the fascina...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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21:56
History In Your Home: Peter Eaton and the Legacy of the Dubord Americana Collection
Americana takes center stage in our latest episode as we celebrate the Dubords’ remarkable legacy and explore the enduring beauty of Maine’s heritage.Elizabeth McLeod sets the scene for the upcoming auction of
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:56
Summer Grandeur at Its Grandest: Dan O’Leary on the Wyeth Legacy
It's Summer Grandeur at its Grandest, as Auction Waves presents a special release devoted to Thomaston Place Auction Galleries' most exciting auction ever. Join Elizabeth McLeod for exclusive coverage of our Night At The Auction Gallery Gala, f...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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31:35
Tick Talk: The Heartbeat of the Home
Stately, dignified, and always in tune with the times — the classic American tall clock takes center stage in the latest episode of Auction Waves, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries’ exclusive podcast. Host Elizabeth McLeod walks the Ga...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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Art of the Find—A Masterclass in the Auction World, Hidden Treasures, and the Future of Collecting
Looking back and looking forward, the Dean of New England auctioneers Kaja Veilleux sits down with host Elizabeth McLeod to continue a wide-ranging discussion of the past, present, and future of the auction world. Don't miss tales of remarkable...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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Greatness Behind the Gavel—The Rise of America’s Top Picker and Auctioneer
In the first installment of this special two-part series, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries founder Kaja Veilleux joins Auction Waves host Elizabeth McLeod for a candid, wide-ranging conversation that spans a lifetime of dedication to the arts—...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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What’s Hot in This Week’s Jewelry Auction: Sylvia Li Talks Vintage Vibes & Art Deco Designs
Renowned jewelry expert Sylvia Li joins Auction Waves host Elizabeth McLeod for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the radiant highlights from our upcoming
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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31:56
Loaded With History—Talking Rare Firearms with Zeb Casperson
🎯 Step Into The Firing Line: An In-depth Review at the Firearms Featured in Our Upcoming Auction Firearms specialist Zeb Casperson joins Elizabeth McLeod for an in depth discussion of selected classic and antique rifles, revolvers, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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36:16
On the Road: Classic Car Stories with Philip Reinhart of Mechanical Arts
Calling all gearheads, car collectors, and camper conversion fans—this show is for you! In this episode of On the Road, Elizabeth McLeod takes a scenic detour into the world of antique, classic and vintage cars with Phil...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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31:27
Behind the Red Glasses: A Collecting Conversation with Sally Jessy Raphael
Elizabeth McLeod sits down with the iconic Sally Jessy Raphael — legendary talk show trailblazer, broadcasting pioneer, and lifelong collector — for an intimate conversation. Best known for captivating audiences for over 21 gr...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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25:45
