Barbie Talk Ep.5 w/ MidgeFan73 - Rare Midge, #1 Barbie, Working at Mattel, Carol Spencer & more

Welcome to Barbie Talk Episode 5! In this episode, we sit down with Laura (midgefan73 on Instagram), a lifelong Barbie collector who started her journey at just 3 years old. Follow midgefan73 on IG at:   / midgefan73   Kelly's social media: IG:   / kelly_in_pink   TT:   / kelly.in.pink   We dive deep into her passion for Barbie collecting, her love for Midge, and her incredible vintage Barbie collection—including extremely rare pieces like a Number 1 Barbie. Laura also shares her experience working with Mattel, attending Barbie conventions over the years, and what it was like meeting legendary figures in the Barbie world such as Carol Spencer, Ruth Handler, Bill Greening, and Robert Best. If you’re into vintage Barbies, rare dolls, Barbie history, or collector stories, this episode is packed with insight, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from a true expert. Topics covered: •Vintage Barbie collecting journey •Rare Barbie dolls and a Number 1 Barbie •Midge doll history and collecting •Working at Mattel •Barbie conventions and community •Meeting Barbie designers and legends •Licensed Barbie products and collectibles Subscribe for more Barbie Talk interviews with collectors, influencers, and experts from the Barbie community. Barbie Talk is an independent fan-created podcast and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mattel. #Barbie #VintageBarbie #BarbieCollector #BarbieTalk