Re-Release FULL EPISODE - Inside the Tiki World: History, Collecting & Culture with The Tikiman

About this episode

Tanya McAnear interviews Matt “The Tikiman” Willis about the history and culture of tiki collecting.

Bad Madge & Co. presents a monthly podcast titled Vintage Picking with Bad Madge. Join the Bad Madge crew as they embark on exciting hunts for vintage treasures on the Bad Madge Vintage Pickers Podcast. If you have a passion for vintage goods, tune in as this group of experienced mid-century and antique shoppers shares their captivating stories of remarkable finds. Each month, a new guest joins host Tanya McAnear to recount their adventures in the world of picking. Help us grow! Hit that subscribe button! Find us where you listen to your favorite podcasts! We’d love your feedback, so don’t forget to leave us a review! Episode 30 Re-release of full episode that features – Tanya sits down with Matt “The Tikiman” Willis, a passionate collector and historian of all things tiki. From the vibrant world of Tiki Oasis to the roots of Polynesian Pop, they dive into vintage finds, exotic décor, and the enduring allure of the tiki lifestyle. Shop online at www.badmadge.com. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @badmadge. If you’re in San Diego, shop our brick-and-mortar store in South Park–2205 Fern Street, San Diego, CA 92104. We’re open every day! Mention our podcast in store and…

People in this episode

Host: Tanya McAnear

Guest: Matt “The Tikiman” Willis

Topics covered

• tiki culture
• vintage collecting
• Polynesian Pop
• Tiki Oasis
• history of tiki
• exotic décor

Keywords

• tiki
• vintage
• collecting
• Polynesian
• Tiki Oasis
• exotic décor
• history
• Bad Madge

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bad Madge & Co., Bad Madge, Instagram, Facebook, Vintage Picking with Bad Madge, Tiki Oasis, Polynesian Pop, badmadgepodcast@gmail.com

Places: San Diego, South Park, 2205 Fern Street, San Diego, CA 92104

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