The Get Thrifty Podcast

Vintage reseller Andi Jenkins has figured out how to turn thrift hauls into demand. After sourcing vintage overseas, she uses YouTube haul videos to build excitement around her finds, then releases them on Etsy, where her drops typically sell out within 24 hours.

On this episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast, Maggie Scivicque catches up with Andi of All Put Together to talk about what changed when she stopped treating reselling as a s...

Twenty years of thrifting can completely change what you notice on the racks. Fashion creator and stylist Beth Jones shares how decades of studying vintage fashion, designers, runways, and personal style have shaped the way she finds extraordinary secondhand pieces.

Beth takes host Maggie Scivicque through her journey from childhood rummage sales and the early days of fashion blogging to becoming one of the early creators filming t...

What can U.S. thrifters learn from secondhand shopping in Brazil? Marina, a São Paulo native and passionate secondhand shopper, shares how Brazil's curated brechós turn resale shopping into a boutique-like experience, with carefully selected fashion, luxury finds, and a strong focus on giving quality clothing another life.

Marina also joins Maggie to talk about finding better-quality clothes at thrift stores, developing patience fo...

The best thrift finds aren't always the pieces that look perfect on the rack. Sometimes the real skill is spotting what a secondhand piece could become.

Maggie sits down with Carrie Mashburn, creator of The Mashburn Edit, to talk about finding potential in thrifted clothes, upcycling pieces you already own, and creating a personal style without constantly buying something new. Carrie shares the simple DIY clothing transformations t...

What do today's secondhand shoppers actually want from thrift and resale stores? For Caroline Phillips, founder of Paloma Modern Consignment in Austin, the answer goes beyond finding a great deal. Shoppers are looking for quality, recognizable brands, an inviting experience, community, and an easier way to make secondhand part of how they shop.

On the Get Thrifty Podcast, host Maggie Scivicque talks with Caroline about creating an ...

Dolly Parton's generosity, unforgettable style, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to being authentically herself inspired generations. In this special tribute episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast, Maggie looks back at favorite conversations with past guests who shared their own love for Dolly and the lessons they took from her life.

From a thrifted pink Dolly vinyl and rhinestone-covered fashion to the Imagination Library, phila...

Natalie turns thrifted clothes into one-of-one streetwear by combining secondhand sourcing, screen printing, sewing, and upcycling. On the Get Thrifty Podcast, she shares how Eccentric Soul 1996 grew from sketches in a college dorm to ThriftCon, where Tyler, the Creator stopped by her booth and checked out her work.

Host Maggie Scivicque talks with Natalie about the creative process behind her Atlanta-based streetwear brand, why sh...

Eight years of buying, selling, and sourcing secondhand creates a very different perspective on what makes a great thrift find. This conversation digs into the hard-earned thrifting lessons that can help shoppers and resellers think differently about quality, inventory, sourcing, and what actually sells.

Maggie talks with Lauren about the realities of running a thrift store, from sourcing enough inventory and buying clothing direct...

Want to thrift better than most shoppers? Former thrift store employee and REISSUED creator Andrew Harper shares the insider tips, sourcing habits, and secondhand lessons he learned from years of seeing what comes through the doors and what shoppers leave behind.

On the Get Thrifty Podcast, Maggie Scivicque talks with Andrew about his three years working at a ReStore, the thrifting tips behind his most-viewed YouTube video, and how...

Thinking about starting a reselling business? Alexa shares the honest realities of the first year that most people never talk about, from sourcing inventory at thrift stores and bins to balancing motherhood, growing on YouTube, and learning what actually makes a resale business sustainable.

In this episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast, Maggie sits down with Colorado reseller Alexa of Shop Style Cycle to discuss how she went from casu...

Finding truly exceptional vintage clothing takes more than luck. It takes knowledge, patience, and an eye for details that most thrifters never notice. In this episode, vintage expert Brooke of Daisy & Stella Vintage shares how she uncovers remarkable garments that are more than 100 years old and the stories they carry with them.

Host Maggie sits down with Brooke to explore her journey from selling on eBay to becoming a respect...

What if the future of thrifting and reselling looked less like a traditional store and more like a creative pop-up experience in your own community?

In this episode of the Get Thrifty podcast, Maggie sits down with Emily Sova of Grandma Goose Vintage to explore how a front yard pop-up shop became a unique way to sell vintage finds, connect with shoppers, and build a resale business around her passion for thrifting.

Emily shares how...

Why would a successful vintage reseller walk away from her own store? After realizing her brick-and-mortar wasn't the right fit, Desirée took a chance on Instagram Live selling—and built a thriving vintage business centered on community, personal shopping, and unforgettable customer experiences.

In this conversation with Maggie, Desirée shares how she discovered vintage in 1990s New York City, why she believes every reseller ...

Most of us buy far more clothes than we actually need, but what if there was a simple way to break the cycle? Emily of Landerline shares the Rule of Five, the shopping challenge that helped her overcome overconsumption, embrace thrifting, and build a wardrobe with greater intention. If you've ever struggled with impulse shopping or wondered how to buy less without sacrificing personal style, this episode is for you.

SHOW NOTES

What's behind the frenzy to get into ThriftCon? Find out how this legendary event fuels reseller success, strategies for landing a booth, and the hottest tips for making the most of a sold-out crowd. Get inspired to grow your resale business and thrive in vintage culture!

Show Notes

• Brian shares the story behind ThriftCon and how it has grown from a local community event into a nationwide vintage convention series.
• How a small...

Turn thrifted finds into weekly sellouts with a proven Facebook reselling method. This episode reveals how to create buzzworthy room vignettes, keep your audience engaged, streamline shipping and pickups, and build a loyal community that buys from you every week!

SHOW NOTES

• Elizabeth Daniel shares how she built a business around combining original artwork, vintage finds, and thoughtfully styled room designs.
• Creating fully st...

Want to learn how to make money flipping secondhand décor? In this episode of The Get Thrifty Podcast, host Maggie Scivicque talks with Erica Young of Piccadilly Vintage, a Colorado-based vintage and antique home décor reseller, about how she turned thrift store finds into a growing reselling business.

Erica shares practical tips for finding profitable thrifted home décor, spotting overlooked vintage and antique pieces, pricing ite...

The upcycling craze is heating up. Are you ready to cash in? Get real tips on turning thrifted gems into profit, stay ahead of the trends, and get inspired to create your own sustainable style breakthrough.

SHOW NOTES

• Dana shares how she rediscovered sewing during the COVID-19 pandemic after losing her job, eventually turning her creative outlet into a full-time business
• She shares how thrifting became both a creative resourc...

Ready to hunt for vintage treasures like a true New Yorker? This episode dishes out insider strategies, styling tips, and the secrets to scoring standout fashion finds without breaking the bank. Make every thrift trip unforgettable and level up your secondhand style!

SHOWNOTES

• Why 1990s New York City remains a creative blueprint defined by minimalism, individuality, and a pre-social media sense of authenticity.
• Her reflection...