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The Get Thrifty Podcast

The Get Thrifty Podcast

arc Thrift Stores 254 Episodes Jul 21, 2026

The Get Thrifty podcast, powered by arc Thrift Stores, is a must-listen for lovers of thrift, vintage, DIY, collecting, and finding one-of-a-kind treasures. Host Maggie Scivicque discusses topics ranging from design to reselling to fashion to sustainability with guests. The podcast provides tips, secrets, and know-how for reveling in the thrill of the hunt.

Episodes

256: Why This Vintage Reseller Quit Her Brick-and-Mortar for Instagram Live Sales, feat. Desirée Fors
256: Why This Vintage Reseller Quit Her Brick-and-Mortar for Instagram Live Sales, feat. Desirée Fors Jul 21, 2026 54:40 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
255: How the Rule of 5 Will Change How You Thrift and Buy New, feat. Emily Fenves
255: How the Rule of 5 Will Change How You Thrift and Buy New, feat. Emily Fenves Jul 14, 2026 53:22 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
254: Why Every Reseller Is Trying to Get Into ThriftCon (Sells Out in 50 Seconds), feat. Brian from ThriftCon
254: Why Every Reseller Is Trying to Get Into ThriftCon (Sells Out in 50 Seconds), feat. Brian from ThriftCon Jul 7, 2026 46:49 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
253: Sell Thrifted Items in Minutes with this Facebook Reselling Method, feat. Elizabeth Daniel
253: Sell Thrifted Items in Minutes with this Facebook Reselling Method, feat. Elizabeth Daniel Jun 30, 2026 01:12:04 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
252: How to Make THOUSANDS Flipping Secondhand Décor, feat. Erica Young
252: How to Make THOUSANDS Flipping Secondhand Décor, feat. Erica Young Jun 23, 2026 54:01 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 vint
251: How One TikTok Changed a 57-Year-Old Family Resale Business Forever, feat. Margy McCarthy
251: How One TikTok Changed a 57-Year-Old Family Resale Business Forever, feat. Margy McCarthy Jun 16, 2026 01:01:41 What happens when a 57-year-old family resale business goes viral on TikTok? In this episode of The Get Thrifty Podcast, host Maggie Scivicque talks with Margy McCarthy of Elite Repeat, a beloved family-owned consignment and resale shop in the Chicago suburbs founded by her grandmother in 1969. Margy shares how one TikTok video helped introduce a decades-old resale business to a whole new generati
250: This Reseller's Toolkit Will Save You HOURS, feat. Ryan Moore and Kelly Handley
250: This Reseller's Toolkit Will Save You HOURS, feat. Ryan Moore and Kelly Handley Jun 9, 2026 48:54 Want to spend less time managing your resale business and more time finding profitable inventory? In this episode, Maggie sits down with Kelly Handley and Ryan Moore of Ultimate Thrifting to discuss the reseller toolkit they created to help sellers track inventory, monitor profits, simplify tax season, and save hours every week. You'll learn how successful resellers stay organized, use AI-powered
249: Why Upcycled Fashion Is About to EXPLODE (And How to Profit), feat. Dana Andrews
249: Why Upcycled Fashion Is About to EXPLODE (And How to Profit), feat. Dana Andrews Jun 2, 2026 51:33 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 thriftin
248: How to Thrift Like a New York Fashion Insider (and Never Overpay for Vintage Again), feat. Sheri Radel
248: How to Thrift Like a New York Fashion Insider (and Never Overpay for Vintage Again), feat. Sheri Radel May 26, 2026 59:11 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
247: How This DIY Hat Maker Turns Thrift Finds Into Profit, feat. Phillip St. Germain
247: How This DIY Hat Maker Turns Thrift Finds Into Profit, feat. Phillip St. Germain May 19, 2026 48:08 See how thrifted jeans, old pillowcases, and scrap fabrics become one-of-a-kind hats! In this episode, get practical sourcing secrets, sustainable creativity tips, and step-by-step insight to start turning secondhand treasures into a thriving side hustle.   SHOW NOTES Core materials include denim, vintage leather, salvaged textiles, and sailcloth, often sourced locally for both sustainability and
246: The Hidden Value in Thrifted Clothes (Most Resellers Miss This), feat. Kate Wallace
246: The Hidden Value in Thrifted Clothes (Most Resellers Miss This), feat. Kate Wallace May 12, 2026 38:01 What if every thrifted tee and vintage bag holds a secret that can elevate your reselling game? In this episode, learn how emotional connections, creative upcycling, and community ties can help you find meaning and profit where others see only used goods!   SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYS Kate shares her journey from global fashion designer to sustainability researcher, shaped by hands-on experience in fa
245: The Vintage Resale Boom: Why Thrifting Is Growing 4x Faster Than Retail, feat. Emily Stochl
245: The Vintage Resale Boom: Why Thrifting Is Growing 4x Faster Than Retail, feat. Emily Stochl May 5, 2026 50:57 Vintage is hotter than ever, and secondhand is the new cool. From celebrity fashion secrets to why retro gems beat fast fashion, this episode dishes out insider tips and thrift store gold you can use right now!   SHOW NOTES Emily Stochl shares how a lifelong love of thrifting, starting as a teenager, grew into a full career in vintage and secondhand fashion How "boots on the ground" experience su

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