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Magnificent Obsessions Season 1 Episodes

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

47 Episodes 0 - 0

Episode 1

Animation Art/Pottery

Before the age of CGI, TV cartoons were hand drawn. Each frame was a beautiful work of art. If you like art, this collection of ancient and modern pottery will astound you.

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Episode 2

Baseball/Boardgames

Whether it's out on in the field or in the comfort of your own home, everyone loves games. Check out these two incredible collections of baseball memorabilia and antique board games.

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Episode 3

Coney Island/Black Americana

Some collections are so unique that you can only find them here. Check out this wonderful collection of Coney Island antiques, including original signs and ride pieces.

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Episode 4

Campaign Items/Snow White

Every presidential campaign has left its mark on history, but someone has a piece of every single one. In the second half of the show, see a collection of one of the most cherished stories of all time, Snow White.

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Episode 5

Model Trains/Cameras

This father/daughter team are some incredible collectors. With thousands of pieces in their home, they make a strong case that the "collecting" gene can be passed down through generations.

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Episode 6

Houdini/Statue of Liberty

Two iconic American legends, one forever immobile, the other a master of mobility and escape. See some of Houdini's actual performance props as well as pieces of Lady Liberty herself.

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Episode 7

Zeppelins/Dollhouses

Airships were an incredible feat of technology that unfortunately never "took off", but that doesn't mean there isn't someone out there still fascinated by them.

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Episode 8

Tools/Posters

We take modern day tools for granted, but once upon a time, things like the drill were powered by hand. You walk past street posters every day, but typically never look at the beautiful artwork that went into them.

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Episode 9

Arms and Armor

27 mins

Meet Greg Martin, a man who has spent over half a century amassing one of the world's most important collections of arms, armor, and historic memorabilia, featuring thousands of firearms and remarkable artifacts.

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Episode 10

Folk Art/Napoleon III

After 30 years of collecting American Folk Art, Ralph Esmerian is looking for a place to put it all. The Vice Chairman of Forbes Inc.

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Episode 11

Superman/Batman

It's a battle of epic proportions as two of of America's greatest superhero collectors go head to head. It's the man of steel against the caped crusader, who's collection will emerge victorious?

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Episode 12

Slot Machines/Oddballs

The best thing about being a slot machine collector is that you have the key to the back door; you can never lose. Balls, spheres, orbs, round objects, see one of the most unique collections in the world: Oddballs.

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Episode 13

Classic Cars

Millionaire, adventurer, and bestselling author. Clive Cussler has it all and has done it all. To the world, he's the master of the American action adventure novel.

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Episode 14

Demolition Derby

For some, the thrill of driving is in the race. For derby drivers, the game is simple; last car standing wins. See these brave men and women take the wheel and smash, crash, and bash each other until only one car is still running.

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Episode 15

Roller Coasters

Paul Drabek rode his first roller coaster when he was 5 years old, and he hasn't stopped riding since. If he's not in a seat flying through the air, he's designing digital roller coasters to ride in the comfort in his home.

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Episode 16

Roller Derby

This underground sport has been around for decades and has slowly evolved into what is present day roller derby. See these tough ladies train, compete, and rough each other up in a sport that is highly under appreciated.

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Episode 17

Civil War Reenactment

All over the country, hundreds of Civil War enthusiasts pay homage to their forefathers in these spectacular displays.

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Episode 18

Gliders

Once the tow plane hits the release button, pilots are able to experience the "most free form of flying". Without any aid from engines or motors, these gliders can soar surprisingly great distances.

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Episode 20

Pyrotechnics

27 mins

When it comes to fireworks, these guys know their stuff. You will be amazed at how much time and effort goes into a 10 minute firework display.

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Episode 21

Skydiving

These two sisters have been through some tough times, but they've found a magnificent obsession that really turned their lives upside down - jumping out of an airplane.

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Episode 22

Ghost Hunting

Strange noises, eerie events, phantom apparitions. Who would actually seek out the things that go bump in the night? An insatiable hunger for hard evidence has this office worker moonlighting as a paranormal investigator.

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Episode 23

Surfing

27 mins

Hawaiian natives introduced the world to surfing over 200 years ago. Even though the boards of today are much more advanced than in the past, surfing is still far from easy. See a group of passionate women who live and breath for this sport.

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Episode 24

Historic Aircraft

27 mins

The Collings foundation feels that people can appreciate history better if they can live it, feel it, smell it, touch it, and participate in it.

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Episode 25

Dog Shows

27 mins

They're man's best friend, but whose best friend is best? Go behind the scenes and see what it takes to win "best in show".

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Episode 27

Barnstorming

Performing breathtaking stunts in pristine vintage airplanes, the Flying Circus fights to keep the golden age of Barnstorming alive.

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Episode 28

Revolutionary War Reenactment

27 mins

The revolutionary war marked America's independence from England once and for all, but some people want to live it over and over again.

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Episode 29

Tattoos

Tattoos have been a beautiful art form for thousands of years. What drives people to undergo the pain and suffering of the needle, and what keeps them coming back for more?

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Episode 30

Drag Queens

27 mins

When someone says "Drag Queen", an image immediately comes to mind. Let these performers smash some stereotypes and show you what's behind the curtain.

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Episode 31

Stunt Cycles

27 mins

The Ives family is not your normal family. Their days are spend in the backyard, working together on a death-defying passion.

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Episode 32

Mixed Martial Arts

27 mins

This is a hobby where pain is the name of the game. These athletes eat, sleep, and breathe this sport, and they won't stop until they are champions of the world.

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Episode 33

Medieval War Reenactment

The Society for Creative Anachronism devotes itself to recreating life in the middle ages. See archery, cooking, and the crowd favorite: full armored heavy combat.

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Episode 34

Kinetic Art

Just as much engineering as they are works of art, these wacky vehicles must traverse pavement, water, mud, and sand to reach the finish line.

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Episode 35

Sand Sculpting

With little more than sand and water, these sculptors transform a Florida shoreline into an outdoor art gallery. For 3 days, these artists endure heat and wind to bring their amazing visions to life.

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Episode 36

Blimps

It's time to get bigger than life and lighter than air as we take a bird's eye view of Blimps. They come in all shapes and sizes, and growing technology may change the face of aviation history.

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Episode 37

Punkin Chunkin

27 mins

It's not pumpkin chucking, it's punkin chunkin. Whether it's air cannons, trebuchets, catapults, or centrifugal machines, the goal is simple: throw the "punkin" the furthest.

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Episode 38

Big Cats

We're not talking about overweight house cats, these are dangerous and exotic wild animals. You can take care of one of these beasts for years, but one wrong move and you might still end up on the menu.

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Episode 39

Homing Pigeons

Most people think that these birds are just rats with wings, running amok in urban areas. Very few realize that the common pigeon has been bred over thousands of years to fly hundreds of miles home.

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Episode 40

Lawnmower Racing

27 mins

Who says lawnmowers are just for mowing lawns? With a few modifications, your standard lawnmower can turn into a rough riding, mud slinging speed machine. Find out what makes this growing motor-sport so darn fun.

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Episode 41

Drifting

Drifting is a new kind of sport that features cars going sideways through a course. See the incredible amount of time and money these racers put into their cars, and what it really takes to be a drifter.

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Episode 42

Falconry

Man has been hunting with birds of prey throughout the ages. Falconers brave the winter chill, trekking through briars and dense woods to hunt with their avian companions. Few get to experience such a partnership with an incredible animal.

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Episode 43

Circus

The sights, the sounds, the smells. For over 200 years, the circus has provided millions with good old fashioned family fun. Meet the performers who make this wonderful show their profession.

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Episode 44

Witches

Salem has a notorious history of executing witches, but those days of discrimination are long gone. Meet the men and women who practice what they consider "real witchcraft".

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Episode 45

Zelda the Bulldog

27 mins

Sometimes, a small idea explodes into a national sensation. "Zelda's Wisdom" is a line of greeting cards that showcases Zelda the Bulldog.

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Episode 46

Elvis

Elvis Presley recorded over 900 songs, sold over a billion records, and influenced the careers of some of the greatest entertainers in history.

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Episode 47

Mountain Unicycles

27 mins

As if mountain biking weren't extreme enough, these adrenaline junkies take things to the next level. By outfitting their unicycles with mountain tires, they traverse some pretty intimidating terrain.

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Episode 48

Cat Shows

27 mins

They may not be as popular, but Cats can be bred and shown just like dogs can. Meet some of the most fancy felines in the business, and the owners who raised them.

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Episode 49

Rocket Man

52 mins

The men and women in search of extreme speed will strap a rocket to just about anything, including a custom made ATV. Something is about to get broken, but will it be world records or bones?

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