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Carol Channing -- Her Death, and Our Dinner Date

I’ll never forget the day I met legendary entertainer Carol Channing. Oh hell, who am I kidding. I did forget. Yet when I found out she died today, at 97, I quickly remembered.The Hello, Dolly star was the toast of Broadway, and had iconic roles in the ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s. She was funny, cute, and had that interesting, slightly gravelly voice.She is most known for…See More

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Josh Board replied to Derek Gardner's discussion Paul Thomas Anderson

"I love PT Anderson, but...I wouldn't buy a signature that looked that bad. Especially with that price AND...with it being on that horrible movie. If it's on Boogie Nights, we can talk."

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Josh Board replied to Clive Young's discussion Is this George Carlin signature real?

"it looks good to me"

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Josh Board replied to stipe's discussion Musicians Who Sell Their Signatures In Shop.

"Buddy Guy WILL NOT sign for you outside the venue (he turned me down), but he signs for EVERYONE inside (I've been twice, and he did; although I only brought one item each time). One of the best guitarists of all time, too. So...go support his…"

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Autographed 'Thank You' and Christmas Cards for Critics

I always like to comment when movies have autograph scenes. The new movie “The Upside” (my review is here: https://fox5sandiego.com/2019/01/10/the-upside/ ) has two autograph scenes. In one of them, Bryan Cranston’s character talks about owning a lot of 1st edition books that are signed, that were gifts from his wife. Kevin Hart’s character stole one of the books from his library to give his son, and realizes he should probably get…See More

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Bob Oliver commented on Josh Board's blog post The Time I Stole an Autographed Baseball

"Incredible experience, Josh!"

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terrier8HOF commented on Josh Board's blog post The Baseball Blog

"awesome story"

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Steve commented on Josh Board's blog post The Time I Stole an Autographed Baseball

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Josh Board commented on Josh Board's blog post The Time I Stole an Autographed Baseball

"His last name is "Cowles" (god, I hope we don't get sued for me saying that...hahahaha). I've tried Googling him before, and only see a few tournament listings. In the bowling alley we grew up near in San Diego, there are lots of…"

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About Me

What kind of member are you? Industry professionals must use their real names and identify themselves as such. (Check as many as apply.): Collector, Other

What do you collect, or want to collect?: Sports, Books/Literature, Modern Hollywood and Stage, Classic Hollywood and Stage, Music

Tell us more about your collection, specific areas of interest, etc.:: For some reason, as a kid and teenager, sports autographs were my favorite. Especially basketball, as I grew up playing it. But as I became older, I started gravitating more towards singers and musicians I was a fan of.

My collection consists of thousands and thousands of autographs. Everything from CDs and albums, to movie posters, musical instruments as well as the usual 8 x 10 signed photos.

I have a lot of pieces that are very valuable, and I hate the fact that they are stored very poorly in my friends garage. But the fact is, I've run out of space at my own house. And even though I love collecting, I don't think they look good on the wall. I don't want my home looking like a Hard Rock Cafe, I'd rather have nice art work on the walls and things like that. So, that means all me pieces are just sitting in the garage or on my desk, etc. It drives my girlfriend crazy, but I can't complain. Many times, she's with me on my quest to score the next autograph.

What is your level of expertise?: Professional

What is your favorite autograph in your collection?: It would be a tie between a Morrison Hotel album, that is not only autographed by all four of The Doors, but also the photographer of the album (Henry Diltz), as well as John Sebastian (Lovin' Spoonful), who plays harmonica on Roadhouse Blues. My goal is to have it signed by everyone that had anything to do with the record, although, a few of (producer Paul Rothchild, guitarist Lonnie Mack) have died, so I might be done with it already.

I'm also fond of my Sgt. Pepper record, signed by 5 Beatles (all the four, plus original drummer Pete Best).

Why do you collect?: I think it's fun. But I'm so glad that as I've gotten older (I'm turning 40, the same year as Woodstock is!) I've chilled out. If I don't have an item for a celebrity, I don't rush up and bug them. Or if I meet someone famous, I'm not in a panic looking for a Sharpie. And it bothers me if I'm in LA getting an autograph, and some of the ebay dealers are doing exactly what I hate -- pushing and shoving, being rude, getting 20 head shots signed, and they aren't even a fan of the person that they're hounding.

You can ask anyone living or dead for their autograph. Who would it be?: If it's an actor -- Marlon Brando. A musician -- Jim Morrison. A historical figure -- Jesus Christ, although it would probably be hard to authenticate, huh? I'd also make him turn my Evian bottle into a nice red wine.

JOSH BOARD is a newspaper writer and regular Autograph contributor. He has worked in radio since his 20s. Contact Josh at josh.board@autographmagazine.com.

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Carol Channing -- Her Death, and Our Dinner Date

Posted on January 15, 2019 at 4:24pm 0 Comments 3 Likes

I’ll never forget the day I met legendary entertainer Carol Channing. Oh hell, who am I kidding. I did forget. Yet when I found out she died today, at 97, I quickly remembered.

The Hello, Dolly star was the toast of Broadway, and had iconic roles in the ‘40s, ‘50s, and ‘60s. She was funny, cute, and had that interesting, slightly…

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Autographed 'Thank You' and Christmas Cards for Critics

Posted on January 10, 2019 at 10:55am 0 Comments 2 Likes

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The Time I Stole an Autographed Baseball

Posted on January 1, 2019 at 7:26pm 8 Comments 7 Likes

It’s strange that since I’m not the biggest baseball fan, that my next blog would also involve baseball. Yet a story popped into my brain that I hadn’t thought about since it happened when I was in 9th grade (more than 30 years ago).

The story actually starts when I was in 5th grade. A kid named Mike moved into town and everyone at our elementary school disliked him. He had this arrogance that was annoying, and his…

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The Baseball Blog

Posted on December 29, 2018 at 8:51pm 2 Comments 3 Likes

Baseball might be my least favorite sport. Now, that doesn’t mean I’d turn down an autographed Mickey Mantle baseball (but I’d prefer his Topps rookie card). I’ve got about 10 signed baseballs (the Roger Maris one is probably my favorite).

Because I love football and find baseball to be boring, I thought George Carlin’s baseball/football bit was hysterical.

Yet I heard…

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What Do Penny Marshall and LeBron James Have in Common?

Posted on December 20, 2018 at 9:37am 9 Comments 3 Likes

It was sad news to hear that Penny Marshall died. It's even sadder that most people (over the age of 50), only know her from her TV work as Laverne on "Laverne and Shirley." She's directed some amazing films -- Big and A League of Their Own, both with Tom Hanks. Hey, there may be no "crying in baseball" but there can be crying for Marshall. Losing this talent, at age 75, is tragic.

I met her once. Well, strike that. I didn't meet her. She walked by me, and we smiled at each other. I…

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At 10:30pm on October 27, 2015, Paul said…: Watcha Smoking?

At 3:55am on May 26, 2013, Innuendo said…: Yes I'm sure. The auction I bought mine at in new York said only 25 were signed with all four boys. 25 signed would still give 25 different people or radio stations a chance to own one. I'm not selling mine. I doubt a radio station would just get tossed one. Perhaps it was a copy your station had. Or maybe someone there did buy one. Jacky Smith (head of Queen's fan club) had approved it as being one of only a handful signed. She didn't know how many exactly.

At 1:03pm on December 12, 2012, Chad B said…: I read on your page you are "also fond of my Sgt. Pepper record, signed by 5 Beatles (all the four, plus original drummer Pete Best)."

That is a great piece. Do you have a picture of it posted anywhere? What about the Doors album? I'd love to see both of them.

At 2:48pm on December 8, 2011, Jason Boyd said…: hey, longtime no talk, how've you been dude? i've got Bill Clinton on my autograph wish-list, i hope to acquire his autograph someday soon.

At 11:45pm on December 8, 2010, Jason Boyd said…: have u had any recent inperson celeb meet & greets? if so feel free to share them in my forum ''who've you met & who you want to meet''

At 6:26pm on July 10, 2010, Jason Boyd said…: hi Josh, whats your personal opinions on authentic I Dream of Jeannie bottle props?
i've seen a 2nd season sold at Butterfields, a 1st season sold at Profiles in History.
and another 2nd season sold on eBay.
i've always wanted one, i know there expensive, but if the person whos selling them,
i would commit/agree to a standard payment each month to pay it off, because its my 'DREAM' to own an original jeannie prop bottle.
p.s. do u know any stores, and/or online stores that sell 'replicas' for a good/inexpensive? i hope u had an awesome July 4th!
-Jason.

At 9:22am on June 12, 2010, Steve Cyrkin, Community Manager said…: Josh, I deleted Myron Ross's blog post by mistake when I went to edit a misspelling in the title, sorry. I let him know so he could repost.

At 10:42am on May 26, 2010, Jason Boyd said…: thank you so much. & i have 1 other question...
i met former Vice President Al Gore & his wife about 7 years ago at a booksigning
for their book i believed it was titled 'joined at the heart' ...
i bought a local newspaper ''the Raleigh News & Observer''
& the front page & headline story said:
'Al Gore will not run again for re-election'

he and his wife gladly signed it.
since its an important headline with a picture and its signed by the both of them, would that be a rare item, as suppose to a signature etc. ?

At 10:14am on May 26, 2010, Jason Boyd said…: could you help me out with some advice about an autograph?
i obtained it in person, and i know its real (duh) anyways, i'd like to have your thoughts as in demand/rarity for this item...
used in concert & signed drum sticks by Britney's Drummer
signed tour glowstick by her entire band.
i would be honored to have your opinions in regards to these two unique items.
thanks,
-Jason.

At 11:28am on January 8, 2010, Jason Boyd said…: hi! i saw on your profile that you like to collect music autographs... feel free to go check out my photo album and let me know what you think.
-Jason.

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