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American Pickers
Pickers has been "must see TV" for me since its inception in 2010. Frank hasn't been seen in two years. There's plenty of "he said, she said" on the interwebs. No matter what the real reason is for Frank being gone, I'm sad. This show will never be the same without the "bearded charmer." I hope the best for Frank.
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I too have watched this show forever...and I love it! Been seeing the same back and forth on the web...seems like frank had some health issues and personal problems...and maybe inconvenienced production of the show...meanwhile mike replaced frank with his bro and a few other friends.
It's weird seeing the same conversation that mike and frank once had in the van...reincarnated with the new characters. I also will miss frank but I still enjoy the show. |
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I believe Frank has Crohn's Disease, or some form of IBD. I have it. I have mild symptoms, but my doctor says they will only get worse with time. I lost 5 feet of intestine in 2020 due to a perforated bowel. IBD is a nasty family of diseases often referred to as the invisible disease. So if that's true, being on the road would be a horrible place when you gotta go, and gotta go immediately. But I do miss him on the show, too.
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I enjoy watching the show even though all picks are pre-planned and pre-screened. It's like Pawn Stars where all "customers" and items are checked out ahead of time or Storage Wars where some of the lockers are "salted" with expensive items. They all have "producers" who have to make the show interesting.
But I too hope Frank can return to the show. |
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I watch the shows most times and Pawn Stars.
Just a few shows ago, maybe a few weeks i was watching and heard i think he had 'back surgery'. This was when he had a furniture looking hippy Jon or something.
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Off topic, but does it ever surprise you guys that they never discover old baseball cards, or any other cards? If they have, I have not seen those episodes.
We have a CDN pickers show up here and the same goes with it. Never any cards but I did see a Dick Sisler (I think?) bat one time that neither guy bought due to the ask.
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But...imagine the bb cards some of these people might have???? Houses untouched for generations!!! |
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Some of the rooms/shops/collections they come across I can't help but think there must be something sports card related in some of those? Seems almost impossible to me they don't sometimes?
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Yes, Frank has Crohns. As Tim said, it’s nasty. I had colon cancer and some of the same nastiness applies.
Yes, Pickers is planned and produced. I still don’t think it even comes close to the phoniness of Pawn Stars. I’m watching a 2010 episode, as we speak. Frank has recently said he and Mike were never really close. Listening to their banter in the van, I find that hard to believe. It sure always seemed genuine. Anyway, brother Robbie, Jersey Jon, Danielle or Mefford can’t hold a candle to Frank. I think this is the beginning of the end.
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I read somewhere Frank had back surgery around the time he 'left' the show and was never asked back.
I always liked Frank - he seemed just a little 'sleazy' but not too much - almost in a comical way. The 'scandalous' online pics of him assisting/judging a wet tshirt contest early in the show's run endeared him to me as well...lol. |
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I’ve laughed out loud, more than a few times, at the Mike and Frank banter in the van.
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Watched a bunch of newer episodes recently, and I can't stand how Mike always makes a point of specifically saying, "I appreciate you!!" instead of "Thanks" or whatever. He's obviously trying to make it his catchphrase and it's really frickin' annoying. Sorta like that "Yuuup!" guy on the 'Storage Wars.'
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I agree it rings of fake sincerity...although I think he's genuinely a decent guy. |
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Regardless of all the negatives, this show is actually fairly watchable. Pawn Stars needed to go away years ago. Their smugness is a cancer. I can't believe that they believe they possess more than very rudimentary knowledge. The producers have clearly been blowing smoke and it's stoked the fires of some highly undeserved egos. |
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"I appreciate ya" begs the further question... "well, what about me do you appreciate??" Everything?? |
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Now don't ever...set foot on my lawn AGAIN!!!! |
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I find Antiques Roadshow a tad more fun to watch…
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I like the UK version with Fiona. Watching it now waiting for the Yankee game to start.
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Frank was fired
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I’m still watching but it’s getting harder and harder. Robbie is an arrogant a**hole with a voice that grates on my nerves; Danielle is annoying as hell and Jersey John (the least of three evils) needs to wash his hair. I think the sun is setting on this show.
The dynamic between Mike and Frank (real or staged) was gold.
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I'm a what? But seriously, these two: Pickers and Pawn, have lost all interest to me. UK versions of most anything is less interesting to me. oh...and that catchphrase and how a southerner would say it: 'PRESHATE YA!' .
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Now it seems to structured and scripted for both
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It's evident by the comments that a key to success of the show was both Frank and Mike. Although Mike may think he is the 'Big' star and losing Frank was no big deal, he would be wrong. People really enjoyed watching Frank and he always came off as more sincere than Mike - always. He of course has been replaced by Mikes bother and Jersey. Jersey is tolerable but the brother has got to move on down the road. Mike has made his millions and should move on also. The sun is setting in the west for the show.
Yes for sure Pawn Stars is pre-screened, because they contacted me to see if I was interested in presenting a couple of items that I had for sell on ebay. I went through the interview process, etc., but that was as far as it went. I was to be contacted by scheduling but that never happened. I'm sure all the other comparable reality shows are the same - they would have to be. Regardless, good luck to Frank - he was a joy to watch. |
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I kinda miss Frank...a little? I like the brotherly back and forth with mike and his bro...whatever his name is!!!!! Jersey is ok. I watch it because I love collecting stuff! It's fun to see stuff and learn about stuff sometimes. Actually I'd rather watch this...the roadshow...pawn stars...unusual inheritances...than 90% of the slop on tv.
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I may be in the minority, but I couldn’t stand Frank and I am glad that he’s not on the show anymore.
I much prefer Mike and he seems like a genuine guy, but his brother Robbie is tough to watch. I can live with Jersey John….
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He was rejected because they thought it was "too orderly". He did offer to mess it up a bit, but still no. |
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TLDR all of the postings...I used to watch AP quite a bit...like(d) Frank...but the Thing that kees me away now are all of the Flashback/Best Of/Themed shows...I want new stuff. Both AP and PS are staged...they pre-pick many of the places...pre-negotiate prices...have their experts on-call...have filming days...etc. I have worked with both in an odd capacity and can vouch for this. That being aid they are still enjoyable to a point...just wish AP would prodice some newer content.
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I think the show is great, but too much focus on gas/oil/car related items.
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I do enjoy the Show but Robbie has made it not as entertaining. As for the focus of gas/oil/car that is the primary focus as that is what it was based on and since they are looking for that stuff we can either enjoy it or tune it out
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If I hear Robbie describe one more thing as “iconic,” I’m gonna throw something through my TV screen!
I still watch for the “stuff” but, damn, the cast is annoying.
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I still enjoy seeing all the stuff on the both shows, even if it is all a set-up.
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I also sad to admit but enjoy those shows also.
Even the annoying characters were specifically picked to cause/create the tension and drama in the show to drive interest and ratings.
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Finally caught a show back some time ago now where the boys actually discovered some old baseball cards and aired them.
https://www.instagram.com/tv/ChU7i1Iltsb/
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Most of those picker, auction, storage locker, and other similar shows are on demand on several of the free internet channels. You can watch pretty much every one ever made in order. I have been known to binge watch these beyond silly shows on occasion. My favorite part is how you can see the exact same "special item" item on 5 or 6 of these different shows over several seasons. |
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Funny short story - I ran across Rena and Casey Nezhoda at a card show a couple of weeks ago. He was behind a glass case filled with $100 bills and doing nothing but buying cards. I chatted with him awhile and asked if he was a collector, he said no but would buy anything he could make a dollar on. He was doing great I guess because people were lined up selling him cards! Crazy.
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Still watching, but if it’s a “best of” compilation, I’m fast forwarding through everything except original Mike and Frank.
Robbie - annoying Danielle - annoying Jersey Jon - annoying new Mike - annoying
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I enjoy seeing all of the items and hearing the backstory behind each one. I do miss Frank!
When it comes to the old collectibles like cans, furniture, clocks and radios, tools, etc., I don't see those collectibles maintaining their interest or values when us baby boomers leave the planet. I don't see generations behind us caring about those things, like we do. What do you guys think?
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It is very similar to selling cards. When the shop buys the sellers believe their junk is worth way more than it is. When they sell they have to deal with the people saying I can buy it cheaper online. I haven't watched the show in years. Frank used to visit the town I live in. In real life one of his best friends is my cousins cousin. Frank used to tag along when he come here to visit family. |
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I still watch the new episodes, and I also delete or fast forward through the "Best Of" stuff.
I dislike Mike's brother - the Jersey guy is ok but not of Frank's quality. I am watching more of Antiques Roadshow as I feel it is well done. If you haven't watched an episode of "Pawn Stars Do America" - you haven't missed anything. |
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Frank Fritz passed away yesterday. Frank was the true star of American Pickers. I’ll always remember the bit where Frank bought a $600 cowboy hat at Paris Hatters. The show went straight downhill after Frank left. RIP, Bearded Charmer.
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Said he has a stroke 2yrs ago Ok Frank the oil can and toy connoisseur
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