2/25/2021
This 1984 classic film, produced by WPSX-TV (Pennsylvania State University) details the history of stamp collecting. Timbromania is narrated by actor and collector, Ernest Borgnine. There is a guest appearance by Herman "Pat" Herst Jr., notorious philatelic writer, historian, dealer and auctioneer.
APS member Jack Portwood of Southeastern, Kentucky sent an email inquiring about this film and we are pleased to be able to make it available on the APS YouTube Channel. Read more about Jack Portwood and his "stamp story".
Heidi Rhoades
Heidi Rhoades is the Grassroots and Community Specialist at the American Philatelic Society. In addition to running the APS social media platforms, Heidi also creates and markets APS services, membership, and news digitally. Rhoades is the producer and host of APS Stamp Chat and other evolving media relating to the hobby.
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