Affordable Trophies Podcast – Episode 009

Episode 009 of the Affordable Trophies Podcast has been uploaded! This blog entry will serve as the show notes for this episode.

Regina and Ryan discuss what is new in 2013.

Things that are new for 2013

• website changes
• not a shopping cart
• Fill out your request completely
• Make sure the page loads before leaving
• Check all you spelling, capitalization and puncuation
• Make sure all changes have been made before making payment
• New awards
• What is new with us.

If you have not heard from us in 24 hours

• Check your spam filer
• Email us to see if your request has been recieved
• Call or Text 417-501-6644
• Send phone number with your email or when leaving a message.

You can find our podcast on iTunes, or you can listen to it here:

Or you can download the podcast to your computer to listen to it from there, or to load onto your iPod, iPhone, or other MP3 device. You can see all podcasts available on our web site.

Below are links to sections of our web site that contain more information about some of the items discussed in the podcast:

• Traveling Arm Chair Quarterback
• Small Arm Chair Quarterback
• Traveling Arm Chair Baseball
• Small Arm Chair Baseball
• Traveling Arm Chair Basketball
• Small Arm Chair Basketball
• Traveling Arm Chair Racing
• Small Arm Chair Racking
• Toilet Bowl Resin
• Cry Baby
• Bull Trophy
• Ceramic Mug
• Contact Us
• Current Contest

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2013 Affordable Trophies Tournament Contest!

We at Affordable Trophies are proud to announce the return of our free NCAA men’s basketball tournament bracket contest, now named the Affordable Trophies Invitational Tournament Contest! As in the past, there is no cost to play, and there will be an award provided for the top score. And who is invited? All of our customers! Anyone who has purchased from us in the past is eligible to participate. Just our way of thanking you for your support.

Register now so that you will be notified when the brackets have been posted! Our tournament contests have always been a lot of fun, and we’re sure that this will be one of the best ever!

The tournament contest is actually just the first of a series of planned contests for our customers. Be sure to check our contests page, and follow us on Twitter or Facebook for contest alerts!

Affordable Trophies Podcast – Episode 008

Episode 008 of the Affordable Trophies Podcast has been uploaded! This blog entry will serve as the show notes for this episode.

Regina and Ryan discuss how to make your ordering process as quick as possible this time of year.

Things customers can do to speed up the order process

• Order early
• Make sure your email address is correct
• Fill out your request completely
• Make sure the page loads before leaving
• Check all you spelling, capitalization and puncuation
• Shipping to a third party, make sure they know their pack is on its way
• Use the correct form when ordering
• Use the correct form when making a change
• Use the correct form when accepting your quote
• Make sure all changes have been made before making payment
• Check your package when it arrives
• Save all boxes and packing material if reshipping
• If any damage at all – save original box and packing material
• Contact us by email immediately if you have any questions

If you have not heard from us in 24 hours

• Check your spam filer
• Email us to see if your request has been recieved
• Call or Text 417-501-6644

 

You can find our podcast on iTunes, or you can listen to it here:

Or you can download the podcast to your computer to listen to it from there, or to load onto your iPod, iPhone, or other MP3 device. You can see all podcasts available on our web site.

Below are links to sections of our web site that contain more information about some of the items discussed in the podcast:

• How To Order
• Traveling Arm Chair Quarterback
• Small Arm Chair Quarterback
• Feature Your League
• Contact Us
• Current Contest

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Affordable Trophies Podcast – Episode 007

Episode 007 of the Affordable Trophies Podcast has been uploaded! This blog entry will serve as the show notes for this episode.

Regina and Ryan discuss how to reship your award to your new league winner.

Smallest size box – fits inside a bigger box, this is for the top of the trophy listed below.

• Statuettes – Football Runner, Quarterback, Baseball Hitter, Basketball Shooter, Golfer, Bobble Horses Rear, Chili Pot, Toilet Bowl.  7x10x4
• Armchair Quarterback – 11x14x7
• Actual Size-Football – 11x13x11

The boxes above will fit in a 24x12x12 box or larger.

Smallest size box – fits inside a bigger box, this is for the top of the trophy listed below.

• Baseball gloves, basketballs, oversize golf balls 14x14x14

The box above will fit in a 24x16x16 box or larger.

Special Items:

Beer Bottle Trophy – 18x18x11 or larger

Traveling Pyramid Trophy – 18x18x11 or larger

You can find our podcast on iTunes, or you can listen to it here:

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Below are links to sections of our web site that contain more information about some of the items discussed in the podcast:

• Roman Column
• Feature Your League

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Affordable Trophies Podcast – Special Kentucky Derby

Affordable Trophies Podcast special The 2012 Kentucky Derby has been uploaded! This blog entry will serve as the show notes for this episode.

Regina and Ryan discuss the rich history and traditions of the Kentucky Derby.

Mint Julep Recipe:

• 3 oz Bourbon whiskey
• 4 to 6 sprigs mint leaves
• granulated sugar to taste

Put mint, sugar and a small amount of bourbon into the bottom of a mixing glass. gently muddle the mint and sugar, then let stand for a bit to allow the muddled leaves to release their flavor. Strain and pour into a julep cup or similar vessel, rotating to coat the sides. fill with ice, then add the rest of the bourbon whiskey. Garnish with a lightly slapped small mint sprig.

Kentucky Burgoo Recipe (makes a lot; can half recipe):

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3-4 pounds pork shoulder or country ribs, cut into large pieces 3-4inches wide
• 2-3 pounds of chuck roast or stew meat cut into 3-4 inch wide pieces
• 3-5 chicken legs or thighs (bone in)
• 1 green paper, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 quart chicken stock or broth
• 1 quart beef stock or broth
• 1 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
• 2 large potatoes (russets)
• 1 bag of frozen corn (about a pound)
• 1 bag of frozen lima beans (14 oz)
• salt and peper
• 4-8 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• tabasco or other hot sauce on the side

1. Heat vegetable oil on med-high heat (8quart size) soup pot. salt the meat well on all sides. brown all meat, when done remove to bowl.

2 Add onions, carrots celery and green paper to the pot (use same pot) add a little more oil if necessary.

3. When vegetables are brown add garlic and cook 30 sec. add back the meat, and the chicken and beef broth, and tomatoes stir to combine. bring to simmer – for 2 hours.

4. Uncover and remove the meat pieces. stip the chicken off the bone and discard skin. break larger pieces of meat into smaller more manageable pieces. this is done because meat stays juicer when the cook in larger pieces. return all the meat pieces to the pot and bring it up to a strong simmer.

5. Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. add them to the stew and cook then until they are done about 45 min. add worcestershire sauce, mix well and taste for salt.

6. Add the corn and lima beans mix well and cook for at least 10 min.

Serve with mash potatoes. serves 12-16

We used all boneless meat – browned and put everything in a slow cooker – worked very well.

You can find our podcast on iTunes, or you can listen to it here:

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Below are links to sections of our web site that contain more information about some of the items discussed in the podcast:

• Bobble Horses Rear

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Can I Place My Order by Phone?

That sounds like it would be a good idea, but awards are customized to your specifications, and they aren’t much good if they are not customized correctly. At Affordable Trophies, we only accept written engraving information. It is too easy to misunderstand something over the phone, even if words are spelled out (for example, f’s and s’s often sound a lot alike on the phone). By requiring the engraving information in writing, there is never a question as to whether it is what the customer requested. The best way to submit your request is using our Quote Request forms. Doing so allows us to import the engraving info directly from the invoice to our engraving equipment, so you are guaranteed to receive the text engraved as you see on the invoice. We do everything possible to ensure that you receive your awards customized to your specifications.

Affordable Trophies Podcast – Episode 006

Episode 006 of the Affordable Trophies Podcast has been uploaded! This blog entry will serve as the show notes for this episode.

Regina and Ryan discuss how our detail plates work. From the time when we designed our first traveling award to the most current, we have tried to take the most practical approach to traveling awards. We talk about the two different types of plates that are used to engrave your yearly champion. We discuss the options available for having your future detail plates engraved.

You can find our podcast on iTunes, or you can listen to it here:

Or you can download the podcast to your computer to listen to it from there, or to load onto your iPod, iPhone, or other MP3 device. You can see all podcasts available on our web site.

Below are links to sections of our web site that contain more information about some of the items discussed in the podcast:

• FAQ – What is the difference between a title plate and a detail plate?
• FAQ – What kind of engraving is typical for my award?
• How Detail Plates Work
• Affordable Trophies Tournament Contest
• 24K Gold Oscer Trophy

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