1. Trading for money! No way guys, I don't make money off trading, nor do I intend to. It is an illegal act of the United States of America, as these shows are copyrighted material. If you request a trade with money, I will deny your request right there on the dot. And be forewarned I will NOT offer a second chance, nor will I respond if you ask to trade with money. I will even warn other people about you.
2. Trading for blank tapes/DVDs. Yes they are useful to get traded episodes up, but do you really think you'd trade blank stuff to get your episodes? No way Jose, because that's also another illegal act! Trading episodes for blank tapes/DVDs is a big strike. Be forewarned if you trick me and give me blank tapes/DVDs, I will warn other people about you. Don't even think about it!

Now, since that's out of the way, let's talk the real deal. If you're ready to do a trade, simply e-mail me with the title "TAPE TRADE REQUEST". The first e-mail is what counts, as you request a trade, but do NOT send me any requests as of yet. Simply send the request, and if the light is green or yellow (depending on the trading status), I shall respond. If it's red, I will not respond until my trading light switches. When I respond, I will ask for your "have list," which is a list of episodes you have. I always reply back, regardless of if I want to trade with you or not, even if it takes me a while. If we strike a deal, as in your shows are good enough for me, we reply to each other with our requests. After we're done with each other's parts, if you're a first-time trader with me, we'll exchange mailing addresses, after which I store it in my address book so that if we trade again in the future, we won't have to go through the addresses again. You can use any method of mailing (such as Priority Mail, First Class, Media Mail, any type). I prefer using Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation to ensure it gets to you in a minimum of 2 to 3 days. Delivery Confirmation comes with a 20-digit tracking number, which can be watched on the Track & Confirm second of the main USPS site. When USPS updates its site and shows that your package is delivered, I will send a confirmation email to you to ensure that you did receive your package. I will also stay updated on when my package arrives.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A TAPE/DVD:
I don't have a maximum of trade hours, though my minimum is 2 hours. I always work with your hours. If you do have a minimum and/or maximum hours, I work with yours but I suggest we use the same number of trade hours (ex. 2 hours for 2 hours). If you do my episodes on VHS, I SERIOUSLY suggest you use tapes manufactured by Sony, Maxell, TDK and RCA. However, I SERIOUSLY do not recommend Fuji tapes as they wear out more quicker than others. Please use anything BESIDES Fuji! For DVDs, I was informed that Memorex changed their system and a trader had issues burning his episodes to DVD, and he suggested Sony DVDs. That's what I switched to. You're welcome to use any brand that you want, depending on what you like.

WHAT IF I HAVE COMMERCIALS:
Because I am getting back into the trading circuit, I do not wish to edit out commercials. Episodes will now be sent as is

"I WANT TO TRADE WITH YOU NOW! THESE ARE MY REQUESTS...":
No no no no no! Don't go that fast! Your first e-mail is what counts, as I said before. When you request immediately without checking, I might deny your requests. You've GOT to make sure I have the time, because even if my light is green, something can happen and the light can turn red in a snap. You also need to be very careful. I remember getting immediate requests and that person didn't even have a have list...and, I even got the mailing address! Folks, you've got to have a have list, because I can't do this and get nothing in return. Please make sure you have some episodes, and make sure I have the time, and please do NOT include your requests in the first e-mail...and yes, that INCLUDES your mailing address!

"HEY, WAIT. I WANT TO TRADE BUT DON'T HAVE ANY GAME SHOW EPISODES. CAN YOU DO SOMETHING ABOUT THAT?":
As a matter of fact, yes I can. As long as you don't do anything that will deny your request (read above), we can do something. If you have GSN, you can tape shows off of that (as long as it's game show-related). If you do not have GSN, don't fear. I have non-game show interests, like The People's Court, Storm Stories, anything on tornadoes, that sort of stuff, and those can be found on my want list in the non-game show section. Check back at times

"WE TRADED IN THE PAST, BUT THE TAPE/DVDs ARE NOT WORKING ANYMORE. CAN I GET ANOTHER SET?":
Because of my move in October to November of 2010, I have gone through this issue myself and have decided to pick up this rule from another trader. I understand VHS tapes can wear out over time, plus DVDs for that matter. If we traded within one month, and your tapes are broken or any particular DVD is having an issue, just inform me and I will try again. However, I am not responsible for the mailing portion between my local post office and yours, although I make sure your tapes/DVDs will be mailed securely. I also am not responsible for the tapes/DVDs after mailing, and if the trade exceeded one month and the tapes/DVDs become damaged in any way, shape or form, you will have to request another trade with me.

"I HAVE EPISODES I DOWNLOADED FROM YOUTUBE. CAN I GIVE YOU THOSE EPISODES?"
No, you may not. I prefer my trades to be absolutely genuine, as in traders who actually tape shows off the television. If you're a new trader doing trading by ripping episodes from the internet or YouTube, I understand you're trying to get your foot in the door, but I would suggest you watch GSN or tape shows off my interest list. If I receive shows that were downloaded off of YouTube, I may not count you as a bad trader, but I most certainly will not put them into the trading circuit.

My WANT LIST will show you what I'm preferably on the hunt for. I do update it from time-to-time, so check back sometimes

So, set to trade? Just send me an e-mail at thegstemple (at) yahoo (dot) com with the title TAPE TRADE REQUEST. Don't send me your have list or requests until I respond, but do bear in mind the light at the top of the page. If the light is red, I will NOT respond until the light turns green or yellow, depending on trading status with the other traders).

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