We get into the real question behind the sticker debate: are collectors paying for the label, or for what the label represents? The conversation moves beyond surface-level takes and into how eye appeal is being recognized, priced, and understood across the hobby right now.

Then the focus shifts to the upcoming Sport Card Expo in Toronto, as Leighton Sheldon joins to talk vintage, market behavior, and how dealers think about premium cards in today’s environment. Later, Mikey Singer and Johnny Amendola jump in to preview what’s shaping up to be the biggest Expo yet, including the evolution of trade nights, community building, and the growing scale of the hobby in Canada.

There’s also discussion around:

• The difference between technical grade and eye appeal
• Why premium examples within the same grade are pulling away in value
• How new and experienced collectors approach buying decisions differently
• The role of community, events, and content creators in hobby growth

This is Part 1 of a marathon live stream that’s been split into multiple podcast episodes.

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They also break down the mindset behind these tactics, from discipline and patience to the emotional side of chasing cards.

If you’ve ever wondered whether talking about a card hurts your chances of winning it… this episode will make you think twice.

This episode is part 5 of a 5-part breakdown from the full Sports Cards Live stream.

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Jeremy, Joe, David, Darren, and Josh break down whether stickers are truly necessary or just another layer of information. The discussion centers around trusting your own eye versus relying on third-party opinions, and whether premiums should exist for cards that simply look better.

The panel also explores real examples, including vintage pickups like the 1933 Sport Kings Jim Thorpe, and how scarcity, presentation, and timing all factor into decision-making.

Plus, a fun Strongsville show recap video brings energy to the episode, highlighting the relationships, moments, and experiences that make the hobby more than just the cards themselves.

This episode is part 4 of a 5-part breakdown from the full Sports Cards Live stream.

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Darren shares how shifting from saving cash to actively selling cards at auction changed everything. When cards start outperforming expectations, it forces a new way of thinking about value, timing, and how to build a collection more intentionally.

Jeremy, David, and Darren dig into the realities of auction outcomes, the unpredictability of the market, and how selling can actually unlock opportunities rather than take away from the collecting experience.

They also explore how this shift impacts decision-making, risk tolerance, and confidence in moving cards out in order to bring better ones in.

This episode is part 3 of a 5-part breakdown from the full Sports Cards Live stream.

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Darren shares how his mindset has changed from a pure collector to a more balanced approach, even retaking the Hobby Spectrum assessment and seeing his identity move significantly. The discussion opens up around value, self-awareness, and the freedom that comes from collecting on your own terms.

They also explore whether most collectors sell with a target in mind, the difference between planned buying and opportunistic pickups, and how consolidation plays a role in leveling up your collection.

Plus, thoughts on grading, slabs, buying the card not the grade, and how collectors think about building their collections over time.

This episode is part 2 of a 5-part breakdown from the full Sports Cards Live stream from April 18.

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Jeremy and David dive into the psychology behind big purchases, emotional attachment, and the reality that spending more doesn’t always mean loving it more. The discussion centers around David’s recent Jackie Robinson pickup and the internal conflict that comes with upgrading, comparing copies, and wondering if you truly got “the one.”

We also explore how collectors define their favorite cards, how that can change over time, and why the story behind a card might matter more than the price tag.

Plus, show announcements, upcoming events, Comic Con plans, Expo updates, and a loaded chat weighing in on the debate.

If you’re a collector who’s ever questioned a big purchase… this one will hit home.

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Topics include whether iconic status is driven by media exposure or long-term recognition, how rarity and accessibility factor into perception, and whether a card can be both rare and iconic at the same time. The group also examines the idea of “temporary iconic” moments versus lasting, generational significance.

The episode closes with reflections on personal collecting identity, including whether chasing iconic cards aligns with individual goals or simply follows broader hobby influence.

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The panel examines the gap between public sales data and private transactions, raising questions about how much of the hobby’s true activity is happening off-platform. They also discuss how collectors, investors, and content creators rely on incomplete data to form opinions about market strength and direction.

This episode dives into the limitations of hobby data, the unseen layers of the market, and why understanding both is critical to making informed decisions.

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The conversation then transitions into a deeper look at the hobby’s scale and trajectory as Chris McGill and Josh Adams join. Topics include Card Ladder’s reported $600 million month, what that number actually represents, and how much of the hobby’s true transaction volume may exist beyond tracked platforms.

This episode blends collector behavior, big card energy, and thoughtful discussion around the size, sustainability, and direction of the sports card market.

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As the segment unfolds, several familiar voices from the hobby drop in, including Graig Miller (Midlife Cards), Tony Leebrick from Southern Collector, Mike Petty, and a rare appearance from Mookie Chilson. The result is an organic, free-flowing conversation filled with real-time reactions, show floor insights, and candid hobby discussion.

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The conversation then shifts into a bigger question Jeremy has been wrestling with for years: how to best share his collection with the hobby community. With ideas ranging from Instagram strategies to YouTube formats, he opens it up and asks the audience for input on how they want to see collections presented.

This episode sets the stage for a broader discussion around collecting identity, content creation, and connection within the hobby.

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From iconic vintage cards to newly discovered hobby history, this episode covers a wide range of standout pieces, including a remarkable Babe Ruth find that had the hobby buzzing. We also dig into condition rarity, market dynamics, and what makes certain cards truly special beyond the label.

Along the way, we explore everything from pre-war legends to modern grails, with perspective from both the auction house and the collector’s seat.

In this episode:

• A newly discovered Babe Ruth card and the story behind it
• High-grade vintage icons and condition scarcity
• Rare early baseball artifacts and hobby history
• Modern cards making waves in major auctions
• Collector insights on aesthetics, rarity, and desirability
• Behind-the-scenes perspective from REA

If you enjoy the hobby at all levels, from vintage depth to modern relevance, this one has something for you.

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I’ve been thinking a lot about how many lanes I’m collecting in right now… and whether there’s actually a point where it becomes too much.

Because I’m in a lot of lanes. And I’m enjoying it more than ever.

But at the same time, it’s made something surprisingly difficult…

I don’t know how to share my collection.

Do I organize it? Post randomly? Break it into themes? Even share it at all?

And it got me thinking… maybe the question isn’t how many lanes you’re in… it’s something else entirely.

Curious where you land on this.

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After more than four decades in the hobby, I’ve come to a realization that honestly surprised me… rookie cards just don’t drive my passion the way they used to.

This isn’t about tearing down rookie cards. Their history, significance, and place in the hobby are undeniable. But somewhere along the way, I started to feel like I was following a path that had already been laid out for me… chasing the same cards, the same checklist, the same “must-haves” as everyone else.

And I got bored.

So now, I’m doing something different.

I’m shifting my focus toward non-rookie vintage cards… second-year, third-year, even later early-career pieces that offer something I feel like I’ve been missing: discovery, creativity, and a stronger personal connection to my collection.

From moving iconic rookie cards like Payton, Rice, Jordan, and Jim Brown… to finding more joy in cards like a 1958 Johnny Unitas or a 1959 Bart Starr, this episode walks through how my mindset has changed and why I’m no longer interested in replacing the rookies I once chased for decades.

We also touch on how this thinking connects back to modern cards, the issue with non game-used patch premiums, and why I now prioritize aesthetics, presence, and individuality over following the hobby’s default script.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just checking boxes instead of building something that truly reflects you… this one might hit.

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Jeremy breaks down his personal collecting preference for patch cards and autograph patch cards, while explaining why autograph-only cards have never fully connected with him. This isn’t a critique of autographs or the collectors who love them. It’s an exploration of what kind of connection we’re actually looking for when we collect.

Is it about the player… or the game itself?

From early memories of game-used jersey cards in the 1990s to modern patch collecting and design, this episode explores the emotional, visual, and psychological reasons behind why certain cards feel more meaningful than others. Along the way, Jeremy introduces a powerful distinction:

Autographs are proof the athlete touched the card
Patches are proof the athlete touched the game

That idea opens the door to a bigger conversation about identity in the hobby, what we value, and how our preferences shape the way we collect.

Whether you love autographs, patches, or both, this episode will challenge you to think about what you’re really chasing when you add a card to your collection.

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Is this kind of attention actually good for the hobby… or does it risk taking it in the wrong direction?

Using the recent Kevin O’Leary moment as a jumping off point, the group digs into the idea of spectacle versus substance, and whether the hobby needs that kind of exposure to grow… or if it already stands strong on its own.

Different viewpoints come through clearly:

• Whether hype and visibility help bring in new collectors
• If staged moments create skepticism in a trust-based hobby
• The difference between showing a card… and turning it into a spectacle
• Who really represents the hobby to the outside world

There’s also a deeper layer to the discussion… around ownership, voice, and the idea that while anyone can participate in the hobby, the community still has the right to react, critique, and define what it stands for.

This segment closes out the episode by tying together a central tension… exposure versus authenticity, and where each collector lands on that spectrum.

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Different perspectives start to surface around how the hobby has changed over time, with a clear tension between old school approaches and newer ways of collecting.

Along the way, the group gets into:

• How newer collectors are entering and shaping the hobby
• Whether today’s approach is more transactional or more intentional
• The role of nostalgia versus opportunity
• How different generations view collecting differently

It becomes less about right or wrong… and more about understanding where you fit within it all.

This segment zooms out to the bigger picture… the direction of the hobby, and how each collector navigates it in their own way.

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That sparks a deeper discussion around eye appeal versus grade, and why more collectors are starting to question the weight we give to the number on the slab.

Jeremy, along with David Chase and Joe Poirot, dig into the role of set collecting in today’s hobby, including whether tools like the PSA Set Registry are actually driving it… or if collectors themselves are what keep it alive.

The conversation also shifts into how collecting evolves over time:

• From sports fan to card collector
• From completion to intention
• From full sets to more focused approaches like flight collecting

There’s also a breakdown of what flight collecting really means, and how it offers a middle ground between chasing full sets and owning just a single example.

This segment really gets into the philosophy of collecting… and what actually matters when you decide what stays in your collection.

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Does your collection actually mean anything?

This segment digs into the idea of collecting with purpose, and what it really looks like to build a collection that reflects who you are instead of just following trends, hype, or what everyone else is doing.

It becomes a conversation about identity… turning your collection into something personal, intentional, and unique rather than just a group of cards that happen to sit in the same box.

Along the way, the discussion explores:

• Why most collections lack a clear identity
• The difference between collecting and accumulating
• How to think about your collection as a personal museum
• The role of intention in shaping what you own

This is where the bigger theme really takes shape… collecting in a way that tells your story.

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At what point do you stop holding onto cards you like… and start chasing the ones you truly love?

That leads into a bold collection reset strategy, including the idea of upgrading by downgrading, and how moving down in grade can actually improve your collection while putting money back in your pocket.

Jeremy also shares a handful of recent card show pickups, including cards that weren’t even on the radar… but immediately felt right once seen in person.

Along the way, the discussion touches on:

• Why some cards quietly outstay their welcome
• The difference between accumulation and intention
• Undervalued players hiding in plain sight
• A quick update on new Hobby Spectrum profile features This is where the episode starts building toward a bigger idea… making your collection a true reflection of who you are, not just what you’ve acquired.

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Subscribe to Sports Cards Live on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform, and if you enjoy the content, please leave a rating and review. Pick up a copy of POPs & COMPs: Truths, Insights & Psychology into the Numbers that Drive the Sports Card Market on Amazon. Explore the Hobby Spectrum and discover your collector profile at thehobbyspectrum.com. And as always, thank you for being part of the community.

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The conversation explores how each collector might respond to a serious market drop, whether that would actually change their approach, and why unrealized losses only matter if you decide to sell. From there, the discussion expands into nostalgia, long term collecting behavior, and the difference between buying cards for value versus buying them for meaning, memory, and the simple joy of the chase.

The group also talks about kids in the hobby, father and son collecting, the role nostalgia may play for today’s younger participants down the road, and whether the next generation will eventually become true long term collectors. Along the way, the conversation touches on junk wax parallels, hobby cycles, modern overproduction, and the ongoing tension between hype, flipping, and real collecting.

The episode closes on a fun but honest discussion about whether sports cards are actually cool, or whether collectors are just comfortable being cardboard nerds. It is a fitting ending to a wide ranging conversation about identity, passion, and what keeps people in the hobby beyond prices and headlines.

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The episode begins with Joey sharing how Hoops Hobby Hangout came together, from early Instagram relationships and shared basketball card interests to building a group focused more on the cards than clout, value chasing, or social media status. It is a thoughtful look at how smaller hobby communities form and why collector-first spaces still matter.

From there, the conversation opens up into a bigger debate around the changing nature of collecting itself. Are today’s new entrants into the hobby mostly collectors, or are many of them entering through the lens of flipping, growth potential, and short term profit? The group explores how social media, breakers, card shows, and content culture have changed the way younger collectors view cards, and whether the hobby is doing enough to create real long term collectors instead of just feeding a cycle of quick transactions.

Jeremy, David, Josh, and Joey also dig into what happens if the market cools in a major way. Would a big drop in card values hurt the hobby, or would true collectors simply keep collecting and see it as an opportunity? It is a wide ranging conversation about hobby cycles, risk tolerance, collector psychology, and the difference between owning cards because you love them versus owning them because you hope someone else will pay more later.

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The episode also includes more hobby discussion around vintage market strength, eye appeal, and the current state of shows and cards across the hobby. There is also a quick run through of the latest Collector Investor Auctions lineup, with Jeremy highlighting the eclectic mix of vintage, modern, sports, and non sports material in the sale.

Later, Joey from Hoops Hobby Hangout joins the show to share his collecting background and the origin story behind his basketball focused content channel. The conversation covers his path from Yu Gi Oh and fantasy sports into Kings collecting, modern basketball cards, and eventually content creation inspired by the kinds of hobby conversations he wanted to see more of. It is a thoughtful look at how communities form, why people start creating content, and what it means to build something for the love of the hobby rather than for numbers.

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The episode opens with more discussion around the decision to break up a high grade 1966 Topps Hockey set card by card rather than sell it as a complete set. Along the way, the conversation branches into Bobby Orr versus Gordie Howe, hobby Mount Rushmore talk, vintage hockey card aesthetics, and what makes certain iconic cards feel larger than the players themselves.

From there, Leighton shares a detailed report from the Philadelphia show, where the crowd, dealer activity, and overall momentum all pointed to a hobby that feels extremely strong right now. He talks about the competitive nature of buying on the floor, the challenge of acquiring great material even when you are ready to spend, and a standout pickup from the weekend: a 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson that checked the eye appeal box in a big way.

The conversation then shifts to the $5.2 million Aaron Judge Superfractor 1/1 sale, a result that made mainstream headlines well beyond the hobby. Jeremy, Leighton, and David discuss what a sale like that says about the state of the market, whether it signals strength or excess, and why media attention around major card sales continues to bring more awareness and energy into the space.

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The conversation then turns to one of Jeremy’s latest auction purchases: a Randy Moss Exquisite 1/1 patch card picked up during the Fanatics Weekly auction. Jeremy and Joe break down the appeal of Exquisite, why certain cards feel like opportunities when they appear, and the difference between buying for a personal collection versus buying because a card simply feels underpriced.

The episode also dives into the story behind a complete 1966 Topps Hockey set that is now being broken up and sold card by card. The discussion explores what it takes to build a high quality vintage set over decades, the challenge of condition and centering in that issue, the iconic Bobby Orr rookie that anchors the set, and the emotional side of letting go of a long term collecting project.

Along the way the conversation touches on hobby momentum, community, set building, and the stories that make vintage cards meaningful beyond their value.

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The panel digs into the value of collector-created knowledge, from Instagram captions that read like mini essays to YouTube videos, podcasts, databases, and personal research projects that help people better understand players, sets, eras, rarity, and collecting history. Jeremy, Joe, Josh, and Chris talk about the difference between simply consuming hobby content and actually learning from it, and why the best content often gives you not just facts, but a way of thinking.

From there, the conversation turns to the balance between teaching and protecting an edge. If collectors are building knowledge, doing research, and uncovering overlooked areas of the hobby, should they share it openly or keep some of it close to the chest? The panel explores the push and pull between community-building, generosity, influence, and the natural fear that sharing too much can move markets or close off opportunities.

The segment also touches on what separates meaningful hobby education from noise. Not every take deserves to be accepted at face value, and part of growing as a collector is learning how to filter information, test ideas, and think critically even when the source is someone you respect. That makes this a strong closing conversation about not just what we know, but how we learn, how we teach, and how we sharpen our own thinking through the hobby.

The episode wraps with a few final hobby updates, including Jeremy’s upcoming Burbank Sports Cards book signing, a Lakers game visit to see LeBron, Luka, and Anthony Edwards in person, and another quick look at the evolving Hobby Spectrum directory features.

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From there, the show shifts as Jason exits and Josh Adams and Chris McGill join the conversation. Chris returns from the injured reserve list and immediately gets into the aftermath of the Michael Jordan 1 of 1 auction that had captured so much attention. Rather than just revisiting the final price, the group explores the bigger question: why didn’t Chris buy the card, and what did he learn from going through that process so deeply?

That leads into one of the most insightful parts of the segment, as Chris reflects on the value proposition, the research, the emotional pull of a grail, and the reality of deciding what cards would have to go in order to make room for one massive acquisition. Jeremy, Joe, and Josh all weigh in on consolidation, regret, collecting discipline, and the psychological cost of moving deliberate, carefully chosen cards out of a collection for one apex piece.

The result is a thoughtful discussion on what it means to go all in, when it makes sense to tap out, and how collectors should think about major decisions when a once-in-a-lifetime card comes to market. The segment also touches on the difference between rooting for a grail pursuit and believing it is truly the right move.

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The discussion also expands into hobby evolution on a bigger level. Just like collections change over time, so do channels, formats, and collecting identities. What you collect now may not be what you collect in five or ten years, and that uncertainty is part of what makes the hobby so interesting. Greg shares thoughts on how collectors grow into new passions, Jeremy reflects on how his own collecting lanes have changed, and Jason adds perspective on how both content and collections naturally evolve when you stay open.

From there, the segment turns into a thoughtful discussion about card value, selling, and whether there is still a stigma around moving out of cards. Is selling part of refining a collection, or does it create tension with traditional collector identity? The conversation explores the idea that selling can be practical, healthy, and even necessary if it helps fund the next phase of your collecting journey.

The segment also introduces one of the liveliest debates of the episode: the idea of a “coffin card.” Is it simply a card you plan to keep for life, or do some collectors truly mean they want to be buried with it? What starts as a funny concept turns into a real conversation about emotional attachment, legacy, collecting philosophy, and what it means to love a card enough to never let it go.

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From there, the discussion turns to shipping headaches, cross-border frustrations, and the kinds of real-world logistics collectors and creators deal with behind the scenes. That leads naturally into a broader market conversation, including whether now is a time to sell, how hobby cycles actually work, and why timing the market is often easier to talk about than to execute.

Greg Miller then joins the show to talk about his newly released book, Midlife Card Collecting Stories, now available on Amazon. Greg shares what it feels like to finally have the book out in the world, why he wrote it, and how the hobby has helped carry him through meaningful moments in life. The result is a heartfelt conversation about collecting, storytelling, memory, and why this hobby can be far more than just cardboard.

The segment then opens into one of the strongest themes of the episode: how collectors can accidentally limit themselves by over-identifying with a certain hobby lane. Greg talks about discovering new areas of the hobby through other creators, from non-sport and vintage autographs to 1990s refractors, and why passion is often more contagious than category. Jeremy and Jason add their own thoughts on influence, curiosity, distraction, and the value of staying open to new parts of the hobby that might unexpectedly connect with you.

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We also revisit last week’s Jackie Robinson PSA 1 story and share an important follow up that brought some peace of mind to David Chase after the eBay bidding glitch. From there, the discussion shifts into manual sniping, bidding psychology, and how collectors think in those final seconds when a truly special card is on the line.

Then the conversation moves into a strong discussion on eye appeal, condition, grading, and what really matters when evaluating a card. Is a PSA 9 actually a condition, or just a label? How should collectors think about centering, registration, surface, and overall visual impact? Jeremy and Joe dig into the difference between technical grade and the feeling a card gives you when you look at it, while the chat adds some great commentary of its own.

The segment wraps with the arrival of Jason from Professor Sports Cards, who shares his collecting origin story, his return to the hobby, and why he started creating content on YouTube in the first place.

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Then the crew shifts into auction watch mode, reacting in real time as massive cards close and numbers jump, including the idea of a card “tripling late” and how that changes the feel of an auction. That tees up the big debate: the 1986 Fleer Jordan. With a pop count that feels impossible, does demand really stay that strong forever, or does the math eventually win? The answers land where they usually do on Sports Cards Live: iconic cards can break normal rules, but collectors still have to decide what makes sense for them. The episode closes with a theme that hits home for a lot of us: sometimes owning a card once is enough, and the next chapter is chasing something different, even if it is a second, third, or fourth year card.

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Then we head straight into the Leaf rabbit hole, and this is where it gets fun. David explains why Leaf feels “gangster” as a set: the chaotic printing, the wild color shifts, the ghost versions, the back bleed-through, and the weird reality that sometimes the ugliest version can carry the highest grade. It becomes a conversation about collecting as a game you choose for yourself, including the eternal tug of war between centering and registration, and why two people can love “eye appeal” but score a card completely differently.

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From there, the conversation opens up into the bigger hobby tension points: Leaf vs Bowman as the Jackie pairing debate, why some collectors will always gravitate toward the Leaf even if they own both, and why the “48 vs 49 Leaf” naming fight probably does not change unless the grading companies change it first. It’s part card psychology, part market reality, and part grading frustration, with a few laughs and real collector talk mixed in.

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Then the conversation turns to hobby philosophy: should historic memorabilia be cut up into cards, and does it change anything if the artifacts would otherwise live in a vault? We also touch on the Jack Hughes “golden goal” puck and the reality of where hockey history gets displayed.

David Chase joins and explains why 1948 Leaf is one of the most addictive sets in the hobby, how he hunts the lowest grade with the highest eye appeal, and why “upgrading” often means buying a lower number. That leads into the beginning of the now infamous PSA 1 Jackie Robinson saga, including the research rabbit hole, the record price, and the surprising ending that reminds everyone that comps never tell the full story.

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I collect memorabilia cards. I love patches. I collect autograph memorabilia cards too. But I don’t chase autograph only cards, and I’m not talking about vintage autos or in person signatures. I mean modern autograph sets and modern autograph singles.

So why do patches pull me in, but autographs on their own usually don’t?

I think I finally figured it out. Next week, I’ll lay out the theory and we’ll talk it through with the guys.

After that, we roll into show and tell, and it’s a full spread. A meaningful gift from a viewer that lands right on a top want list item. A quick rip through a stack of early 2000s era hockey memorabilia that reminds you how fun and affordable the hobby can still be when you collect with your own lane in mind. Then we keep going with more pickups, a few modern slabs, a handful of personal favorites, and a couple of oddball additions that turned into a fun new little side quest.

We wrap by checking in on a major auction watch and setting the table for next week’s episode, where a big hobby conversation and a big result are both coming into focus.

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Kyle flips the script and asks the question everyone hates: “What’s your favorite card in your collection?” That leads to a real conversation about how cards aren’t just cardboard. They carry stories, experiences, and personal meaning that has nothing to do with a price tag. You share a funny, oddly perfect moment from years ago when a hobby friend referred to his cards as “his babies,” and why that idea kind of works, even if it sounds ridiculous out loud.

Kyle wraps with a strong closing message about the hobby being an ocean with room for every kind of collector, then he signs off to get home to the family.

From there, the episode turns into a full-on reveal of a brand new personal collecting lane that you did not expect to fall into. What started as a quick walk through the West Coast Card Show turns into a long conversation with a specialist vendor, a deal you couldn’t say no to, and a stack of pickups that feels like you’re holding real history. You break down why this lane hits so hard for you, why it complements the way you already collect, and why it has you genuinely fired up to keep building it.

And yes, during the reveal, a “Michael Jordan” comparison comes up in a way that will make sense the second you hear it.

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From there, Kyle explains why he’s never graded a card and why he prefers cards in one touches over slabs, plus how nostalgia-driven collecting can be a legitimate lane in a hobby that keeps getting louder and more expensive.

We also hit a key content topic: the difference between people who simply post and people who actually create. Kyle lays out why real creators engage, take feedback, and evolve, and why so much hobby content feels stale right now.

The segment closes with a bigger reality: modern wax and modern hype are increasingly not built for the average collector. So the move is not to panic or posture, it’s to adapt and collect in a way that still brings real joy.

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Leighton Sheldon joins to talk about the real advantage of attending shows in person, where eye appeal, overlooked cards, and fresh inventory can still create opportunities for collectors who know what they’re looking at. The conversation moves into vintage, market health, and why not all cards inside the same grade are created equal.

Then Kyle “K-Dub” Woelber joins the show and introduces himself as the voice of the everyday collector from the Twitter community, setting up a broader discussion about hobby culture, engagement, and what community actually means across platforms.

Listen now, and stay tuned because Part 3 is where the new PC reveal and show pickups really begin.
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Then it’s time for a live moment: the Shields Family T206 Honus Wagner ends during the show and the final price catches us off guard. We compare it to the other Wagner running at the same time, talk eye appeal versus back damage, and react to what the result might actually say about the ultra high end market.

We also connect the dots to the $16.492M Pokémon Illustrator sale on Golden and pull a few practical insights for sports card collectors, especially the difference between buying for love, buying for investment, and buying for status when money stops behaving like money.

Part 1 closes with Joe’s West Coast show ritual: the PC audit, the liquidation run, and the consolidation mindset that leads to a major Jackie pickup.

Listen now, then make sure you’re subscribed because Part 2 moves into Leighton Sheldon and the vintage conversation.
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This episode is more of a thought exercise than a hot take. It is about how different parts of the hobby interact, why movement matters, and what keeps everything functioning whether we notice it or not.

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Public record. Headlines everywhere. Attention across the hobby.

But this episode isn’t about celebrating a sale.

It’s about what reflecting on that sale made me realize.

On a walk in Arizona last week, I started thinking about price sensitivity, constraint, and where markets actually move.

At the lowest levels, money often doesn’t matter.

At the highest levels, money often doesn’t matter.

So where does it matter?

And what does that mean for sports cards?

This solo episode unpacks that framework and why understanding it may change the way you interpret big sales and your own buying decisions.

Not investment advice. Just perspective.

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Only this time the book is no longer an idea on a screen. It is sitting in my hands.

About thirty minutes after Amazon dropped off the very first physical copy of POPs and COMPs, I jumped onto a live stream and hit record. No script, no planning, just raw reaction to seeing months of work turn into an actual finished object with my name on the cover.

The audio is not perfect because I forgot to pull the microphone in front of me, but the moment is real. You hear the excitement, the disbelief, and the first impressions as I flip through the pages and realize this thing actually exists.

I also talk about the messy path to publishing, the pricing mistake I made right out of the gate, and how strange it feels to move from writer on a laptop to author holding a book. It is part celebration, part behind the curtain look, and part thank you to the people who helped along the way.

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I’m looking back on 2025 as a year that quietly changed my life. Not because one huge thing happened overnight, but because a few small decisions snowballed into momentum I didn’t see coming.

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes on what shifted for me, how my routine changed, and why that change ended up fueling my biggest creative stretch yet. It’s the story of how two major projects took shape in parallel, how the ideas actually formed, and what it felt like to build while still showing up every week for the hobby.

I also share a few lessons from the process: what surprised me, what I underestimated, what I had to learn the hard way, and why I’m walking into 2026 with more clarity than I’ve had in years.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overcommitted, or like you’re sitting on an idea you can’t quite bring to life yet, this one will hit.

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We start with the basics and define what market efficiency really means. Not the casual version people throw around, but the economic definition used for stocks and commodities. Then we look at the ideas of market equilibrium and rational behavior and ask a simple question. Do sports cards behave anything like those systems?

From there the episode compares cards to markets that are considered efficient, like equities and commodities, and then to markets that feel much closer to our own, such as fine art and luxury goods. Along the way we talk about information gaps, inconsistent grading, thin liquidity, private sales that never hit the comps, and why two cards with the same grade can live in completely different price universes.

There are real threats that come from this inefficiency. Hype cycles burn collectors, bad comps mislead buyers, and new entrants often assume the hobby works like the stock market with pictures. But there are also huge opportunities. Knowledge becomes an edge. Taste matters. Patience gets rewarded. Relationships actually move deals in ways no financial market ever would.

The episode wraps with a simple conclusion. The sports card market is not perfectly rational and it is not purely irrational. It is human. And that might be exactly why many of us love it.

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I talk about price as a signal, price as validation, and why using value as a scoreboard can quietly shape our preferences without us realizing it. I also dig into the difference between owning a one-of-one and owning a card that others own too, and why shared ownership can sometimes be more fulfilling than absolute uniqueness.

This episode touches on collecting as a social experience, the role of community and connection, and why owning the same card as someone else can create a sense of belonging that price alone can’t explain. From card bros to family bonding, collecting together adds a layer of meaning that doesn’t show up on a price chart.

This isn’t about right or wrong ways to collect. It’s about asking better questions and understanding why certain cards matter to us when they do.

If this kind of thinking resonates with you, these are the same themes explored more deeply in my upcoming book Pops and Comps, available mid-February.

I’d love to hear your thoughts. Agree or disagree, feel free to reach out directly at sportscardsliveshow@gmail.com.

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These aren’t rules meant for anyone else. They’re filters I’ve developed over time to help me stay focused, intentional, and aligned with my own taste in a hobby where it’s very easy to drift or overspend. I share how some of these policies came to be, how they’ve evolved, and how a few of them led to outcomes I never expected.

This episode isn’t about telling anyone how to collect. It’s about understanding yourself as a collector, the tradeoffs you’re willing to make, and why having constraints can sometimes open more doors than they close. I also talk about when policies make sense, when they don’t, and why buying what simply catches your eye can still be a perfectly valid approach.

If you agree, disagree, or have your own PC policies, I’d love to hear from you.

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How you enter the sports card hobby shapes how you experience it, how you relate to other collectors, and why certain tensions keep resurfacing year after year. Some of us come to cards organically, through curiosity, nostalgia, and connection. Others arrive intentionally, through opportunity, markets, and money. Neither path is right or wrong, but they lead to very different perspectives.

In this episode, I talk about why those differences matter, where gatekeeping comes from, how the modern hobby ecosystem evolved, and why refusing to let people change over time creates unnecessary friction. I also share my own entry point into the hobby, how my mindset has evolved, and why coexistence matters more than consensus.

This isn’t about telling anyone how to collect. It’s about understanding why we collect the way we do, and how the hobby can be big enough to hold more than one story.

If you agree, disagree, or land somewhere in between, I’d love to hear from you.

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In this episode, I step back and talk about how I think about value, meaning, and enjoyment in the hobby, and how those ideas have changed for me over the years. It’s a personal reflection on collecting philosophy, not a rulebook, and not an attempt to tell anyone else how they should collect.

This conversation touches on how collectors respond to scarcity, checklists, pricing, and external signals, and why different approaches resonate with different people. It’s less about specific cards and more about how we decide what deserves a place in our collection in the first place.

If you’ve ever felt torn between what the hobby tells you is important and what you actually enjoy owning, this episode is for you.

If you have thoughts on this topic or want to share how you approach collecting, you can email me at sportscardsliveshow@gmail.com. I read those messages and appreciate thoughtful disagreement.

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This is a solo episode recorded while I’m away, just me, the microphone, and a topic that deserves more space than a fast-moving live panel can always give it.

The conversation is sparked by a thoughtful email I received from a longtime listener following a recent Sports Cards Live episode that touched on card cleaning, restoration, and the use of products like Kurt’s Card Care. The email pushed back on how the topic was discussed, questioned where the line between alteration and restoration should be drawn, and challenged the idea that restoration is inherently problematic.

Rather than summarize or paraphrase, I read the listener’s email verbatim, share my full response verbatim, and then step back to talk through the bigger issue facing the hobby.

This episode isn’t about shaming anyone, canceling anyone, or telling people what they can or can’t do with their own cards. It’s about transparency, disclosure, and buyer trust. It’s about whether restoring a card changes its visible history, and whether the next owner has a right to know what work has been done.

There’s no chat. No guests. No panel heat. Just a focused discussion about where lines get drawn in the sports card hobby, why those lines matter to some collectors more than others, and why this debate refuses to go away.

You don’t have to agree with me. In fact, if you don’t, that’s kind of the point.

If you have thoughts on restoration, disclosure, or where you think the line should be drawn, I want to hear them.
Email me at sportscardsliveshow@gmail.com. Thoughtful disagreement is always welcome.

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We talk about what creates that feeling, what separates cards from other collectibles, and how the hobby’s structure, history, and shared “language” shape the way we collect. The chat brings strong perspectives on nostalgia, enjoyment, and what keeps the collecting flame going over decades.

We also touch briefly on a current topic that popped up on social media, then close with updates on POPs & COMPs, the Hobby Spectrum survey improvements, and what’s coming next.

If you’re watching this episode in parts, this is the one that gets surprisingly personal about why we collect at all.

POPs & COMPs update: The book has been uploaded to Amazon KDP and is currently in the review queue (up to 72 hours). Once it clears, we’ll be ordering a proof copy to verify everything before it goes live.

The Hobby Spectrum: If you haven’t joined yet, get on the waitlist for an early access code. We’re temporarily holding new codes while a handful of survey question revisions are being deployed, including a couple with more sophisticated logic.

If you’ve already taken the assessment, you can retake it every 30 days. If you feel like your approach is evolving or you want a cleaner result after the updates, take it again when you’re eligible.

What’s coming next: More functionality is on the way, including improved search and filtering and the ability to add who you collect so others can find you and connect on the platform of your choice.

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Chris McGill lays out what might be the biggest collector question of the next decade: you can’t reliably predict which cards will transcend their peers, but you can study how it happens. His take is that a card needs to hit the “main stage” of the hobby consciousness. People need to see it, compare it, and give it time for lineage and tradition to develop. He uses Nikola Jokic as an example, contrasting staple products with one season “one offs” like Clear Vision. Then he goes even further: what if the next wave is driven by collectors chasing obscurities and “forgotten artifacts” because everyone keeps posting the same cards?

Josh Adams agrees prediction is brutal and adds a personal angle from the 1990s. Sometimes your collecting tastes are shaped by what your local shop actually had, and those experiences stick.

From the chat and the panel:

• unpriced cards at shows are still a top annoyance

• whether the rookie card logo belongs on inserts

• why some collectors accept rookie year cards as meaningful even if they are not base rookies

• sticker autos vs on card autos, and how scarcity of options can force exceptions

• redemptions, and how Upper Deck says they have cut them down significantly

Then Chris tosses a great question: what is your biggest source of hobby anxiety? Shipping cards, traveling with cards, auctions, and that final 10 seconds of bidding all come up. The chat adds more: postal delays, collection value swings, and fear that the hobby gets mistreated by people who do not love it.

We also get a quick prospect moment: Josh asks about Oliver Moore, and Jason explains how inclusion can depend on debut timing and autograph deals.

Finally, Chris flips the script to the opposite of anxiety: what actually gets your hobby juices flowing? For Jason it’s new product concepts and the rush to get them to market. For Josh it’s the hunt and finally landing the card you’ve been chasing. For Jeremy it’s discovery, aesthetics, and going down rabbit holes on platforms like COMC, plus the real physical “butterflies” reaction a card can create.

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We start with the “Top 5 hobby annoyances” trend (with a hat tip to Sports Illustrated) and then Jason adds a couple of his own. His first one is simple and needed: online hobby spaces don’t give enough grace to legitimate newbie questions, and that pushes people away when we’re supposedly trying to grow the hobby.

Josh’s first annoyance is an instant classic: sellers posting “taking offers” instead of putting a price on the card. Same energy as unpriced cards at shows. Save everybody time.

Chris goes two directions:

a funny shot at Rodman’s unreal collecting instincts

a real point that matters: people throw around “best card” like it means something objective, when “best” could mean highest grade, highest sale, rarest, or just someone’s personal taste. If you don’t define “best,” you’re not saying anything.

Then we hit a breaker rant that needed to happen: handle cards properly. Stop touching the face of chrome cards. Hold by the edges. Sleeve them like you actually care. We also talk grading backlogs and why “just hire more graders” is lazy thinking if you also want grading accuracy.

Jason brings it back to collecting, and highlights a reward system a lot of people still don’t know exists: the Upper Deck Bounty program, where completing certain coded sets earns achievement cards. It’s a real way to reward set builders and collectors, not just hype and flipping.

From the chat, we dig into:

the toxicity and flex culture on Instagram and why curating your feed is work

the “calling cards trash” issue and why it’s actually disrespecting the person, not just the cardboard

“low pop” being thrown around like a magic spell

fake slabs, and why eBay authentication exists in the first place

We also take a detour into ugly card designs, nostalgia, and how opinions change over time. Then we land on a point that ties back to your world: predicting what becomes iconic is way harder than people pretend. Some products that didn’t sell at all when they released later become staples, and sometimes a whole category flips from “nobody wants this” to “everyone needs this.”

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We start with a straight question: how real is the US hockey card market, and where is the growth coming from? Jason explains why Upper Deck is focused on expanding hockey’s footprint in the United States, how the Certified Diamond Dealer ecosystem helps them measure shop health, and what changed since 2017 with programs designed to help stores upgrade, expand to multiple locations, and build stronger communities.

From there, we hit a fun CDD storyline: the player appearance giveaway, why those events matter for collectors and kids, and why Jason still gets anxiety about players flaking because it reflects on the brand and the shop hosting.

Then we get into the Olympics angle, including an update on an Olympic licensed Team Canada Tim Hortons product and a massive chase concept tied to a golden goal moment that hockey fans still remember vividly.

Next comes a topic everybody argues about: unopened wax pricing. Jason breaks down what’s actually driving higher prices, including labor and material costs, inflation, and how pricing behavior differs across sports. He also draws a hard line on something he believes in: collectors should still be able to buy and rip a real hobby box without being forced into breaks as the only realistic option.

We also dig into the current hobby upcycle. Jason shares why he thinks this era is different from the early 90s, why Gen X returning matters, and how serial numbering changed the psychology of collecting. Then a great sidebar: should everything be serial numbered, or does mystery help certain chase cards become lore?

We close with a clear discussion about consolidation and “monopolies” in the hobby. Jason compares grading dominance versus exclusive league licenses, explains why those are not the same problem, and talks about what would actually need to happen for competition to return in certain sports.

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We start with quick show and community updates, including where things stand with POPs & COMPs as it moves through the Amazon review process, plus a Hobby Spectrum update as revised questions prepare to roll out based on collector feedback.

Then Jason takes us inside Upper Deck’s Certified Diamond Dealer Conference, why brick and mortar shops remain the lifeblood of the company, and how direct collector feedback still shapes product decisions even in a world of instant reactions from breaks, message boards, and social media.

The centerpiece of Part 1 is the new Rookie Debut Game Jersey program landing in Upper Deck Extended. Jason breaks down:

• How Upper Deck is acquiring full debut jerseys (and why that matters)

• The three-tier structure (base jersey, jersey auto numbered to the player’s number, and the 1/1 tag)

• Why Upper Deck chose natural, team-authenticated elements instead of adding a manufactured debut patch

• Why accessibility matters, not just building one monster 1/1

We close by zooming out: hockey’s current rise, why some believe this is the biggest momentum since the Gretzky trade era, and a candid conversation about the hobby’s mix of collectors vs flippers, including how “hybrid” behavior shows up in the real world.

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We start by reacting to the comment stream and a surprisingly useful debate: what percentage of card show purchases are actually planned vs pure impulse. The answer matters more than people think, especially if you’re a dealer deciding what to put in the case.

Then we pivot into a second topic that hits everyone who buys online: photo integrity. Sticker auto vs on-card is the example, but the real question is bigger. How much editing is acceptable, what crosses the line, and what buyers should do when an image feels off. The takeaway is simple: if the photo is misleading, the sale is contaminated.

We also touch the Hobby Spectrum directory snapshot, the ongoing Michael Jordan one-of-one decision, merch plans, and wrap Episode 300 with some fun “300” facts and community shoutouts.

At a card show, are you a checklist hunter or a “let’s see what hits me” buyer?

Have you ever bought a card where the photo made it look better than reality?

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We break down the two main modes of acquiring cards. The long-planned hunt where you research, budget, and wait. And the lightning-strike buy, whether it’s a card show table surprise or an auction ending in 14 minutes that suddenly feels like fate. The panel debates which one feels better, which one backfires more often, and why “spontaneous” isn’t always reckless if it still fits your collecting formula.

We also get into the hidden danger nobody wants to admit: the slow budget bleed. A couple hundred bucks here and there feels harmless until you realize you just torched the funds you needed for the card that actually mattered.

Are you more premeditated or more impulse, and has it helped or hurt your collection?

Do you allow “short-term PC” cards, or do you only buy with lifetime intent

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Then we address a comment that tried to lump Mr Minty into the same bucket. We draw a hard line between inspection tools that help you see a card more clearly and products or processes that change the card itself. The distinction matters, and confusing it muddies the conversation.

The real core of this segment is the question behind the episode title: are all PSA cards truly the same if the label says the same number? We debate grade worship vs card worship, provenance, disclosure, whether experienced collectors can spot things graders miss, and what happens when the “fix” literally does not last.

Where’s your line? Microfiber wipe is fine, but what crosses it for you?

Would you pay less for a slabbed card if you knew it was soaked or pressed, even if it is a “9”?

If PSA offered a clearly labeled “altered” holder, would you want that market to exist or be banned outright?

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From there, the focus shifts to card shows and expansion. The Dallas Card Show is heading to New Jersey, and that raises a bigger question. What actually makes a card show succeed in a market that has failed before? Location, vendors, buyers, travel radius, brand power, and even food all come into play. The panel digs into why some shows flourish while others fade.

Then the conversation turns to liquidity and data as Mantle introduces its new Slam Score. Is it a useful tool for collectors, a metric for operators, or just another number in a hobby already full of them? We debate momentum, fundamentals, eye appeal, and whether liquidity can ever be captured cleanly in a single score.

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If you run tables or attend shows, what makes a show worth traveling for?

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Then the night takes a turn when Joe recounts his Fanatics Collect Premier Auction moment, dropping a record bid to land a serious Steph Curry grail. The best part is the card is actually nasty.

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Then the show widens out into community updates and current hobby signals. Joe makes a push for the West Coast Card Show, and Jeremy shares a major milestone: the Hobby Spectrum directory hits 500 opt ins, with Louis from Hockey Cards Gong Show landing as the 500th entry. Jeremy previews the next directory upgrades, including standardized player, team, and sport tags to make discovery far more powerful.

The panel then reacts to a surprising on the ground report from the Dallas Card Show: Beckett’s Rock Hard Review price jump and a 2.5 to 3 hour line. That spirals into bigger questions about grading market power, pricing, guarantees, and whether collectors ever hit a breaking point. We close with upcoming show reminders and a quick look ahead to episode 300 of Sports Cards Live.

In this part, we cover:

• The real reasons collectors stay private: confidence, security, and social friction

• Why going public can improve your collecting, even if it creates rabbit holes

• Curating your feed and avoiding news while still building real relationships

• West Coast Card Show momentum and meeting collectors in real life

• Hobby Spectrum directory hits 500 and what standardized tags unlock next

• Beckett RCR price jump and the “why are people still lining up?” question

• Grading market power, guarantees, and where collectors draw the line

• Episode 300 coming up and the week ahead schedule

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Joe pushes the biggest question of all: after the maneuver is done, do you actually love the card, or do you love the concept? Chris admits the Jordan 90s 1 of 1 project is new since June 2025, and this card was not something he was hunting. The auction forced the decision. He also drops a key distinction: this is “rare and obscure” more than “rare and iconic,” which makes it feel risky from a market standpoint even if it matters deeply to him.

We run through chat questions that cut right to the psychology: happiness vs regret, “best” vs “rarest,” the autograph angle, and whether the joy gap matches the value gap. The community also debates prudence and optionality, with the clearest takeaway being that you can “afford” something in card capital while still wondering if you can mentally afford the consequences.

Then we pivot to the hobby experience itself: Chris recaps the San Diego Front Row Card Show, including the sports vs TCG mix and a smart “zag” on why those tables can actually speed up the walk. Josh checks in from the Dallas Card Show with pickups and consignments.

Finally, Chris introduces a new topic that came directly from Jonathan’s presence on the show: the tradeoff between being a public collector and a private collector. Does visibility help you build a network, buy cards, and sell cards? Does it also expose you, influence what you collect, and create “flex points” that shape your decisions? We start unpacking what you gain, what you lose, and how discovery changes if you are lurking versus not participating at all.

In this part, we cover:

• Why Chris goes public with the dilemma and how dialogue changes decisions

• “Do you love the card or the concept?” and the risk of a new collecting lane

• Rare and obscure vs rare and iconic, and why that matters

• Optionality: 100 cards vs 1 card and the tradeoffs of going all in

• San Diego Front Row Card Show recap and sports vs TCG reality

• Josh’s Dallas Card Show notes and consignments

• New topic: public collector vs private collector and what it changes

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Jonathan gets a proper community welcome and we bring on Chris HOJ, followed by Josh Adams. Then the episode pivots hard into a collector dilemma that hits every nerve in the hobby: a major Michael Jordan 90s 1 of 1 is headed to auction, and Chris is considering a seismic consolidation to chase it. We debate what you gain, what you lose, and whether “nuking” a carefully curated collection is ever worth one apex card. Jeremy argues the memories, stories, and future content pipeline matter more than the trophy. Josh says do it and never look back. Joe lands in the middle: the 1 of 1 stamp matters, it’s probably financially defensible, but you still need a number and a plan because deeper pockets exist. Chris explains the real point of talking it out: dialogue changes how you see everything, and collectors make versions of this decision every day, including the decision to do nothing.

In this part, we cover:

• The chat’s best lines on grading, consistency, and “too big to fail” thinking

• “PSA 10 as a financial instrument” and why that framing is so accurate

• Jonathan’s official welcome into the community

• Chris HOJ and Josh Adams join, and the MJ 1 of 1 auction dilemma kicks off

• One card vs a whole collection, and what “replaceable” really means

• Consolidation as sacrifice, strategy, and identity, not just money

• Why talking it out changes decisions, and why inaction is still a decision

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We also hit the uncomfortable part: older high grade cards that might not hold up to today’s standards. If collectors pay today’s money for “imposter” high grades and later feel burned, that can shake confidence, push people out of the market, and create downstream damage. Joe breaks down why this risk depends heavily on the lane, with real differences between ultra modern gem rates, 90s inserts, and classic 80s cardboard where PSA 9 to PSA 10 gaps can feel irrational.

In this part, we cover:

• BVG to SGC and PSA crossovers, and how to do it without mailing grails

• Downgrades, security, and why a newly graded holder can feel safer

• PSA owning SGC and Beckett and what that does to collector psychology

• The “same card” thought experiment and whether the holder is the product

• Older “imposter” high grades and how changing standards create hidden risk

• Why buyers getting burned could ripple downstream across the market

• Gradeflation, resubmission incentives, and who ends up holding the bag

• Why 10s matter in some lanes, and barely matter in others

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In this episode, we cover:

• Moving from hobby lurker to active community member

• The Hobby Spectrum result and why it hit so hard

• Psychological price ceilings and the trap of old prices

• “My copies” vs upgrading and downgrading decisions

• Why storytelling matters more than flexing

• How community actually forms in the hobby

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The discussion also highlights the difference between nostalgia-driven exceptions and modern price reality, why moderation keeps the hobby sustainable for most people, and how personal thresholds shape collecting behavior far more than hype ever will. Layered throughout is classic Sports Cards Live back-and-forth, humor, chat interaction, and a late-night energy that only comes when people stop posturing and start being honest.

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Jeremy lays out a blunt argument: even collectors who never sell a card still depend on selling, and many of the things people complain about are not going away, especially breaking. From there, the chat gets into real pushback, including whether breakers are truly necessary for cards to reach collectors, whether breaking is “good” for the hobby or just the industry, and how wax pricing and distribution models changed post-Covid.

In this segment:

• Loyalty to one-team careers and how that impacts rookie card identity

• Hobby vs industry and why the market behaves like an ecosystem

• Breakers, repackers, and what actually puts singles into circulation

• Flippers vs dealers and where the overlap really lives

• Wax value, expected value, and why opening product is still a gamble

• A collector-first take on why “industry talk” turns some people off

• A practical idea for newcomers: open one box, track every card, sell everything, learn fast

This discussion lives right at the intersection of hobby identity and market reality, where emotion, nostalgia, economics, and behavior all collide. It’s candid, sometimes uncomfortable, and very much rooted in real collector experience, with the chat actively shaping where the conversation goes. There’s no attempt to settle the debate, just to understand it more clearly.

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Chris HOJ and Josh Adams join Jeremy for a loose but surprisingly revealing roundtable that starts with NFL playoff energy and quickly turns into real hobby discussion. The group digs into what actually makes a card show worth attending, how many tables matter, and why inventory quality almost always beats raw table count. They also talk honestly about travel costs, expectations, and how card shows have shifted from pure buying trips into social and relationship driven hobby experiences.

From there, the conversation pivots into one of the most relatable collector debates out there: when a player changes teams, which uniform do they truly belong to? Using examples like Christian McCaffrey, Reggie Jackson, Michael Jordan, Ohtani, Gretzky, Nolan Ryan, and more, the panel explores how moments, championships, market size, hometown ties, and personal collecting boundaries shape how each collector answers that question differently.

The discussion naturally spills into collecting behavior itself, including team collecting versus player collecting, why some collectors restrict uniforms to stay focused, when exceptions make sense, and how iconic moments often outweigh years played. The chat explodes with examples, disagreements, and edge cases, proving just how personal and subjective this topic really is.

This segment is equal parts hobby philosophy, collector psychology, and pure Sports Cards Live banter, with strong audience participation and no single “right” answer, just thoughtful perspectives from every angle.

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Mark breaks down how MyCardPost thinks about comps differently in a no seller-fee environment, why net proceeds matter more than headline price, and how the archive makes research possible across single card and multi card deals. He also gives a quick peek behind the curtain on Crown Auctions, what the Hobby Awards bump meant for awareness, and the platform ideas he is exploring to reduce bad actors, including post auction bid history visibility and bidder trust signals. Later, they get into the growing tension around card show mapping apps, plus the reality of scams on eBay and what sellers can do right now to protect themselves.

In this episode:

• Joe’s latest pickup: a Steph Curry 1 of 1 Platinum and why “off brand” can be the play

• Mark’s recent pickup: Bryson DeChambeau Exquisite Rookie Auto out of 49

• How MyCardPost comps compare to eBay and why net proceeds change the conversation

• Multi card deals, why they complicate traditional comp tools, and how auctions shift that

• Card show mapping apps: efficiency vs discovery, and who should get dibs on show inventory

• Shill bidding: what can realistically be done, plus ideas like bid history transparency and bidder trust scores

• Vetting buyers and sellers, verification signals, and how unpaid bidders get restricted

• The new AI damage scam on eBay and practical ways to push back (video requests, multiple angles, community verification)

• POPs & COMPs update: Chapter 72 and the “it’s only worth what someone will pay” fallacy

• Quick hits from the chat, plus a Bears comeback win that derails the moment in the best way

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They also hit bigger hobby psychology and culture: imposter syndrome, community support for builders, and a lively debate on rookie cards vs early-career non-rookies, plus where “vintage” actually starts and ends. Jeremy also shares updates on the Hobby Spectrum snapshot and the status of POPs & COMPs as it moves closer to release.

In this episode:

• Why “the hobby is an industry” is more than a talking point

• Impostor syndrome as a motivator, not a weakness

• The real grind of bootstrapping a hobby business

• Crown Auctions and what event-style auctions add to the hobby experience

• The impact of Hobby Awards recognition and organic awareness

• Rookie cards vs second-year cards, and why early-career cards still matter

• The ongoing debate around vintage definitions

• Golf cards, Bruins collecting, and niche community building

• Updates on the Hobby Spectrum and POPs & COMPs

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The conversation also examines whether price is just opinion or a real source of power, why some cards only enter our consciousness once they sell for big money, and how story, provenance, and rarity create lasting interest in both vintage cards and on card autographs.

In this episode:

• Whether seeing a big sale can change how desirable a card feels

• Ranking cards by personal meaning vs ranking them by market value

• Year end pickup lists as reflection, obligation, or performance

• The difference between mainstream comps and niche or oddball demand

• Why vintage cards retain relevance even without generational connection

• Price as a unit of exchange and why it still matters, even for purists

• Vintage on card autographs: durability, unknown supply, and rarity within rarity

• How story and provenance can outweigh condition and grade

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In this episode, we get into:

• The case for an all vintage show, and why vintage collectors often feel quieter online

• “I do not care about the money” vs “I enjoy the money part too” and how both can be true

• Price as the opinion of two people, and why that can be hard to anchor to

• Why comps and data tools can improve decision-making while also distorting it

• Grading as “better than nothing” and the problem of false precision

• What market efficiency actually means, and why sports cards break the rules

• The story of the card as a valuation lens, and why narratives keep engagement alive

• The evolution of pricing: dealer era → price guide era → big data era

• A quick detour into the “nice card” compliment, what it really means, and what it reveals about collectors

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Jeremy reacts to a key question about whether early Hobby Spectrum results are skewed by audience makeup, while Joe offers a sharp observation: even long time “collectors at heart” have moments where they check prices first and feelings second. From there, Paul puts real numbers on the table from his 2025 five athlete experiment, including total spend, net profit, and player by player ROI.

The segment closes with a deep dive into Paul’s biggest mistake of the year: a Michael Jordan Star card play that didn’t go the way he expected, plus a fast-moving discussion about grading trends, crossovers, and what it would actually take for a grading company to compete with PSA.

In this episode:

• Joe Poirot jumps in and the chat drives the discussion

• Is the Hobby Spectrum Directory skewed toward collectors and why that matters

• The “Beckett Price Guide arrows” effect and why motivation is rarely pure

• Paul’s 2025 results with real numbers: total spend, net profit, and cards still held

• Player by player ROI: Wembanyama, Ohtani, Jordan, Caitlin Clark, Arch Manning, Cooper Flagg

• Why Paul chose Anthony Edwards over SGA for liquidity and buyer confidence

• The Michael Jordan Star card mistake and what it cost

• Grading landscape talk: turnaround times, acquisitions, and crossover strategies

• Jeremy’s “how to compete with PSA” recipe and Paul’s devil’s advocate take

• Why comps can mislead when attention and timing change

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Paul answers from an unapologetic Operator perspective, explaining why Ohtani behaves differently than almost any other modern athlete, how raw-to-grade math actually works, and why early January can be one of the least crowded decision windows of the year. From there, the discussion expands into bigger hobby dynamics, including grading labels versus true condition, friction between Purists and Operators, and why Paul deliberately caps his premium community to protect both value and signal.

This episode stands on its own whether you’re a collector, an investor, or somewhere in between.

In this episode:

• A practical Ohtani buying framework for $1,000 vs $10,000 budgets

• One big card versus multiple plays, and how risk tolerance changes the answer

• Why Ohtani is a data anomaly in modern cards

• Raw-to-grade strategy explained without hype

• Timing buys around grading backlogs and the MLB calendar

• The grading company versus card condition debate

• Why Operator and Purist perspectives clash and why both still matter

• How community size can quietly impact markets

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In this episode:

• 2025 hobby takeaways and why 2026 is almost guaranteed to surprise us

• The “too much intake” problem: content, auctions, card shows, and burnout risk

• Strongsville’s shift and the big question: can the hobby support another vintage only show?

• Where would a new vintage show even fit on the calendar?

• Sports vs TCG at shows: when “just walk past it” stops being realistic

• Why niche events and niche businesses keep winning

• Paul’s early pricing notes and what they might signal about demand

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The group circles back to a key question: if a card is reholdered years later, can a grading company responsibly “honor” the old grade when the card may have changed inside the slab. Sunlight, shifting, cracks, handling, even subtle edge impressions can all alter the card after encapsulation. The windowsill example becomes the perfect shorthand: you cannot blindly stamp the old number without confirming the card is still the same.

From there, the show pivots into the eye appeal debate. A chat comment calls I appeal stickers a joke, and the response flips the argument: the sticker is just a physical way of saying what collectors already say every day, strong for the grade, weak for the grade, or average. The deeper issue is that grading compresses endless nuance into a limited scale, and the sticker market exists because grading is inconsistent and the scale is restrictive.

Then the segment gets fun. Josh leans into his Purist identity, shows a beautifully ugly off centered vintage card, and the panel celebrates the whole idea of “honest cards” and how vintage should look like it lived a life. That naturally leads into a scorching vintage hot take about high grade 1952 Topps cards and what people are really chasing.

Finally, the show lands the plane with a blunt truth: the hobby is a business, there will always be bad actors, and nobody is quitting. The best protection is education, risk awareness, and knowing what you personally can tolerate.

Highlights in Part 5 include:

• Reholder without regrade: why “honor the grade” falls apart in the real world

• The windowsill problem: the card may not be the same card anymore

• Why eye appeal stickers exist: not because cards have only 19 conditions

• Strong for the grade vs weak for the grade, and why a sticker triggers people

• Beckett’s scale, subgrades, and why nuance still gets flattened in the end

• Josh calls grading “silly” and compares the hobby to a cult

• The real “win”: low grade cards with high eye appeal at a fraction of the cost

• Collecting miscuts, off center cards, and why charm beats perfection

• The emotional attachment angle: why we keep “our” copy, even if it isn’t perfect

• The hot take: skepticism around “natural” high grade vintage, especially 1952 Topps

• “Honest corners” and uniform wear as a collecting preference

• The closing message: this is a business, bad actors exist, education reduces regret

• Wrap-up plugs: Fanatics Collect watch party, upcoming Saturday show, Hobby Spectrum waitlist

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It starts with the “I’ve heard stories” framing, then draws a hard line between pre Nat Turner ownership and post Nat Turner, including the point that Collectors inherited liabilities and has paid out on mistakes from earlier eras. From there, the panel gets into why the hobby quietly benefits from inconsistency, even while asking for standardization.

And then the episode drops the best real world illustration of the entire debate: a card that graded 5.5 on a Beckett raw card review, then later came back as a BGS 9.5. Same card, same grader ecosystem, wildly different outcome.

Highlights in Part 4 include:

• The “I’ve heard stories” disclaimer and why some things get talked around, not stated

• Pre Turner vs post Turner: inherited liability, payouts, and where blame actually belongs

• The uncomfortable truth: if grading was consistent, resubmissions would collapse

• Is there a tipping point where collectors stop paying for the slab number and start paying for the card

• The “record sale” culture and why nobody flexes a record low

• Big money entering the hobby and the moment investors realize how the sausage is made

• The raw card review story: 5.5 to 9.5, and what that says about grading as a product

• The ethics question: if you sell a card that jumped grades, what do you owe the buyer

• Reholder without regrade: should a card be reassessed every time it passes through the facility

• Old standards vs new standards: should an older PSA 7 stay a 7 even if it would grade lower today

• The health inspector analogy that nails the point: same item, changed condition, unchanged label

• Buyer beware vs “protect the hobby”: how those two ideas collide in the content era

• The practical takeaway: advanced collectors hunt lower grades with stronger eye appeal, not the other way around

Part 4 is basically the grading debate in its purest form: what people say they want, what they actually reward, and what happens when reality shows up.

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We start with Josh asking the uncomfortable question: if PSA can decertify slabs selectively, what happens when they own Beckett too? From there, it spirals into the real stuff collectors argue about behind the scenes but rarely say out loud.

This episode is part hobby debate, part reality check, and part rant. It also includes one of the most memorable analogies of the entire emergency stream: PSA upcharges as “insurance premiums” paid by someone else.

Highlights in Part 3 include:

• The decertification question: what PSA can do, what they won’t do, and why it matters

• The real concern: what happens to Beckett slabs if the brand is sunsetted

• Why job cuts at Beckett are basically guaranteed if Collectors is building toward an IPO

• Will submissions slow down, or does demand stay bulletproof no matter what happens

• A blunt take on phantom POPs, resubmissions, and why pop reports mislead collectors

• The PSA upcharge rant: who pays, who benefits, and why the buyer wins

• Whether standardization in grading would help collectors or expose the whole system

• Registry culture, resale pressure, and why many collectors chase holders over cards

• The future question: machine-driven grading, consistency, and what it could do to premiums

• The Black Label premium debate and why some buyers pay like the number is the card

• The punchline: grading isn’t a scam, but it can still be a sham

Part 3 is where the episode stops being about “PSA bought Beckett” and becomes a broader argument about what grading has turned the hobby into.

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Part 2 picks up right where the emergency reaction left off, and the conversation gets more pointed.

We dig into actual market share data, what Beckett’s role really was in the ecosystem, and the uncomfortable question nobody wants to answer: is there any scenario where a near-monopoly helps collectors?

From there, we move into who benefits next, what alternatives could rise, and why some collectors feel like this is the moment the hobby’s power structure finally shows its hand.

Highlights in Part 2 include:

• Ari’s take on what PSA could strip from Beckett immediately and why flat-fee models may disappear

• GemRate market share numbers and why “Beckett was irrelevant” is not the full story

• The Beckett booth reality check: lines at shows despite the online narrative

• The big question: could monopoly conditions ever produce any consumer upside?

• “Backhanded positives” and the risk of pushing collectors away from grading entirely

• Potential winners outside PSA: Mike Baker Authenticated, CGC, and other niche graders

• The CGC price increase timing and why it looks like a missed opportunity

• The growing frustration around PSA culture, dealer networks, and perceived unfair advantages

• Fanatics speculation: liquidity, conflict of interest talk, and why a Fanatics-Collectors deal feels unlikely

• IPO logic and why removing “future competitors” can matter more than saving brands

• The closing reminder: don’t let the industry chase you out of the hobby, enjoy cards without needing a slab

Part 2 is where the discussion shifts from “what happened” to “what happens next”, and the answers are not comforting.

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In this emergency episode of Sports Cards Live, we react in real time to one of the biggest hobby developments of the year: PSA has acquired Beckett.

Joined by Graig Miller (Midlife Cards), Ari, Josh Adams, and Mike Petty, the conversation quickly turns intense as we break down what this acquisition could actually mean for collectors, graders, and the future of the hobby.

Topics covered in Part 1 include:

• Why almost nobody wanted PSA to be the buyer

• Whether this was about grading, talent, or pure market control

• The Fanatics factor and why keeping Beckett away mattered

• Lessons learned from the SGC acquisition

• Monopoly concerns and antitrust realities

• IPO speculation and why investor optics may matter more than collectors

• Who this deal actually helps, and who it doesn’t

This is raw, unfiltered reaction from people who have lived through multiple hobby cycles and aren’t buying the corporate spin.

Part 1 sets the table. The temperature only rises from here.

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We debate why a buyer would request a review on a card that sold as a PSA 10, what PSA is and is not obligated to do under its own terms, and whether exceptions behind closed doors create fairness issues for the broader hobby. The conversation also tackles a key question raised in the chat: should auction houses like Heritage bear responsibility for selling overgraded cards?

From contract law to hobby ethics, we draw a clear line between counterfeit liability and misgrading reality. We explain why auction houses are middlemen, not graders, and why shifting that responsibility would create even bigger conflicts of interest. This segment also touches on reslabbing policies, reholdering versus regrading, contingent liabilities, and why older slabs represent a structural challenge no grading company wants to fully reopen.

The episode winds down with broader end-of-year reflections: grading trust, accountability, collector responsibility, and why “buyer beware” still matters even in a slabbed world. We close by looking ahead to 2026, upcoming shows, the Sport Card Expo in Toronto, and continued development of the Hobby Spectrum and Spectrum Directory.

In this episode:

• Why PSA cannot simply erase past sales or comps

• Grade guarantee caps and why $800K losses are not getting reimbursed

• NDAs, discretionary payouts, and fairness concerns

• Reholdering vs regrading and why that distinction matters

• Why auction houses are not liable for grading outcomes

• Counterfeit cards vs overgraded cards: a critical legal difference

• Buyer responsibility at the ultra-high end of the hobby

• Why reopening decades of grading would be chaos

• End-of-year reflections and what to expect in 2026

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Is modern ultra high-end moving too fast? Does a card need “time to breathe,” or does Ohtani’s career, global reach, and historical context override that idea entirely? We compare the sale to Paul Skenes’ $1.1 million debut patch, debate opportunity cost versus singular grail ownership, and question whether one or two buyers can drag an entire market upward.

The discussion then pivots into a deep dive on the comp economy. How much judgment are collectors outsourcing to strangers? Are comps guidance or control? When do comps work, when do they break, and how do concepts like triangulation, opportunity cost, and buyer intent actually play out in real hobby behavior?

The segment closes with a heavy PSA conversation following the downgrade of a Wilt Chamberlain rookie from PSA 10 to PSA 9, wiping out roughly $800,000 in market value. We discuss whether that sale should remain in public comp databases, if it deserves an asterisk, and what “descriptive vs prescriptive” data really means when trust, grading, and market memory collide.

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Leighton joins briefly to share holiday wishes, show a few personal pickups, and then drops a surprise giveaway for the Sports Cards Live community. From there, the show bounces into a fun but legit vintage debate: 1948 Leaf Jackie vs 1949 Bowman Jackie, why the price gap exists, and why true oddball scarcity like Bond Bread still gets ignored by many collectors. We finish with some classic end-of-year stream energy, including a Bears comeback story and a quick WAR trivia segment.

In this segment:

• Spectrum Directory updates: add your links, build discoverability, help people find you across social and hobby platforms

• The “assessment vs quiz vs test” framing, and why self-reporting can get messy when results are public

• Stigma in the hobby: flippers, dealers, and why some sellers feel better when they learn a card is going to a PC

• Transparency talk: leading by example as a creator, and why “hiding” can create its own assumptions

• Leighton joins, shares PC pickups (including a T206 and a modern 1/1 story), then gives away a 1958 Topps Ted Williams

• Live giveaway draw and winner announcement

• 1948 Leaf vs 1949 Bowman Jackie: aesthetics, demand, set prestige, and the “PSA decides reality” joke

• The curveball: Bond Bread Jackie scarcity and why mainstream collectors still treat it like an oddball footnote

• Bears vs Packers: the onside kick swing and overtime finish

• WAR trivia: which player led MLB in WAR the most seasons (answer revealed in the segment)

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In this episode:

• Monopoly vs market leader: the definition debate and why it matters

• Fanatics licensing vs PSA dominance: which “monopoly” argument is stronger

• PSA criticism without the fake outrage: pricing and wait times vs the real issue (inconsistency)

• The registry effect: why uniform slabs still shape collector behavior

• Cracking and resubmitting: how big is it really, and where it’s concentrated

• Phantom pops and why pop reports can’t be treated like gospel

• Wilt Chamberlain downgrade: guarantee limits, compensation questions, and NDA speculation

• PSA standards drift: did they change, or did collectors change first

Hobby Spectrum update:

• The Spectrum Directory is becoming a discoverability tool, not just a results page

• Add your social and hobby links so people can find you across platforms

• New sorting and filtering makes it easier to browse by archetype, score, and join date

• Retakes will be limited to once every 30 days, with score history saved to your profile

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In this episode:

• The FTC pressure: what an antitrust investigation could actually change (or not)

• Why “monopoly” is the word everyone is thinking, even if the legal definition is messier

• The biggest unknown: what does Collectors do with Beckett long-term

• The BGS 9.5, Pristine 10, and Black Label issue living under the same umbrella as PSA

• PR vs reality: “broom closet” fears after what happened to SGC’s momentum

• Grading trust fatigue and why the hobby feels more on edge right now

• Chris Sewell joins and we talk Hobby Spectrum results, Builders, and what the early directory is showing

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Jeremy then shares a live look at the Spectrum Directory, including a new feature that lets you filter by score or archetype, see who matches your exact number, and quickly find like minded collectors. He also highlights a major update: members can now add their social links so the directory becomes a practical bridge to the platforms people already use, not a replacement for them.

From there, the conversation shifts into a candid moment about the idea of transparency in the hobby. If we demand transparency from grading, auction houses, and platforms, what does it look like when collectors turn some of that transparency inward? Jeremy makes the point that opting into the directory is optional and privacy matters, but that the directory can help build real community if people choose to participate.

The episode finishes with rapid fire comments and a fun closer: hobbyists share their favorite pickups and best hobby memories of 2025, from Ice Bowl history to Kobe refractors, Brady autos, vintage baseball, hockey heat, and everything in between. Jeremy and Josh also touch on the ongoing reality of grading inconsistency, why authentication still matters, and why buying the card, not the label, remains the best long term approach.

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From there, the show pivots into a deeper conversation about hobby perception versus reality. Jeremy, Josh Adams, Joe Poirot, and Leighton Sheldon unpack the idea that “everyone is a flipper” and why that narrative simply does not hold up. Real world examples from card shows, shops, and personal collections point to a much quieter majority of collectors who buy for nostalgia, personal meaning, and long term enjoyment, often spending modest amounts and never posting online.

The group digs into how social media distorts what we think the hobby is, why big money cards dominate feeds while everyday collectors stay invisible, and how platforms like Instagram and YouTube shape different versions of reality. They also discuss consolidation trends, why the same handful of vintage cards appear everywhere, and how many collectors are deliberately moving off the beaten path into second year cards, oddballs, sets, and under the radar material.

The episode closes with reflections on collecting purely for joy. Stories of collectors building stacks from $5 to $50 boxes, discovering new personal collecting lanes late in life, and even shopping your own inventory underline a simple truth: there are endless ways to collect, and most of them have nothing to do with flipping, flexing, or chasing approval.

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From there, we get into how a massive operation stays tight. Ryan talks checks and balances, logging purchases, accounting flow, and a core principle that sellers should get paid instantly. He also shares a behind-the-scenes experiment he’s building: real time wax pricing using electronic signage that can update like a gas station, with the goal of transparency and keeping prices fair as markets move.

The conversation also tackles the “priced out of the hobby” narrative. Ryan breaks down how Rob constantly builds value sections like vintage boxes, $10-and-under, and $100-and-under showcases so collectors can still walk out happy without needing big money. Then the guys get into dealer reality: how “percentage” buying questions miss the point, when a dealer might pay what looks like full market on the right card, and why having a small, controlled high end vault can help facilitate major trade ups for customers.

We close with what’s hot right now. Leighton shares what he’s seeing at the Philly Show, from the usual heavy hitters like Mantle, Jackie, Old Judge, and Jordan, to the truth that even seven copies of the same card still might not be the right copy for one buyer. Ryan talks modern demand for rare, high eye appeal cards that do not surface often, some hockey pickup momentum with Cup season, and what actually sells fast in a shop like Burbank. And one more collector nuance that matters: faded autos. Ryan explains why shops treat them as damaged, Leighton explains why he often avoids them entirely, and Joe adds the collector perspective on curating out anything that does not hold up visually.

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Ryan also shares practical advice for anyone opening a shop: build relationships with other store owners, create a strong local network, and do not rely on straight distribution if you want to survive. From there, the conversation touches on what it’s like running a bucket list store, whether Burbank worries about copycats, and the competitive mindset that keeps the team sharp. We also get Ryan’s perspective on PSA Offers and how Burbank participates as an approved buyer, along with a sober look at shipping theft risks this time of year and why insurance matters when you’re moving higher-end cards. We close with talk about the West Coast Card Show and how it feeds the Burbank brand, even if the economics of running a big show can be brutal.

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Jeremy explains how early access works, why the waiting list is open, and how testers so far have responded to their archetype results. Joe shares what it was like to take the assessment, including how tough some questions can be when they force real self reflection. The conversation turns to how the directory will function, why opt in privacy matters, and how this tool can help collectors find people who think and collect the same way.

From there, the group moves into wider hobby issues. Josh presses Jeremy about the PSA 9 to 10 controversy and the idea of reevaluation without new cert numbers. They talk through what makes the story suspicious, what is known so far, and where transparency is still missing. They also connect the dots between PSA Vault offers, approved buyers, repackers, and the structural opacity around who is actually placing bids and offers.

The chat then raises the question of legal exposure for Upper Deck after the Gretzky Exquisite Tribute Cup card surfaced with a smudged autograph and a completely different patch than the solicitation image. Jeremy and Josh walk through the legal reality versus the ethical reality, why mockups give companies cover, and why the right move would still be to replace the card to protect the brand.

The episode winds down with talk of auctions, employee bidding, the collector experience at shows, and a bit of football before Jeremy closes the night with gratitude for everyone who has helped bring the Hobby Spectrum to life.

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Jeremy explains why he thinks this is a failure at multiple levels. He questions why the mockup used a fantasy level patch that does not exist in the production run, why the autograph pen was not tested properly, and why the card was allowed to be packed out instead of being pulled and replaced with a redemption and a remade version. He is clear that he respects the people at Upper Deck but argues that this specific card makes the brand look careless at the top end of the market and that it crosses the line from acceptable variation into something that feels like bait and switch for a product that costs thousands per tin.

From there, the conversation shifts into something Jeremy has been hinting at for months. He finally reveals the project he has been working on behind the scenes alongside his book: a collector identity assessment that maps hobbyists on a 0 to 100 collector–investor spectrum. He introduces the seven archetypes that live along that spectrum, from Purist and Nostalgic through Precisionist, Hybrid, Builder, Operator, and Tycoon, and explains how your answers place you into both a score range and a detailed written profile.

Jeremy and Joe talk through why this spectrum exists, how it grew out of years of conversation about “collector vs investor,” and why most people live somewhere in between. They discuss how a shared set of archetypes can give the hobby clearer language, help collectors better understand their own motivations, and make conversations at shows and online more grounded in where people are actually coming from. Jeremy shares that the tool is in early beta with only a handful of people tested so far, that the core assessment is intended to be free, and that future layers will add modifiers, maturity progression within each archetype, and deeper optional insights.

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Jeremy continues unpacking the listener email from a former prosecutor who feels that phrases like “essence of shill” normalize fraud. The chat weighs in, with some agreeing and others arguing that honest talk about how widespread shilling really is is exactly what protects newer collectors. Jeremy pushes back on the idea that he is endorsing anything, explaining why he refuses to pretend the market is clean while still choosing to participate in it.

From there the conversation moves into what “going after” bad actors actually looks like. Jeremy walks through his work with multiple auction houses, including REA, to tighten up terms and increase transparency around active reserves, non paying bidders, and house bidding. Joe raises the distinction between true shill bidding and active reserves, and they dig into why transparency and education matter more than empty outrage, especially when it comes to giants like eBay.

The back half of the segment shifts to the PSA buyback story that has the hobby buzzing. Jeremy and Joe react to reports that a batch of PSA 9 Pokémon cards sold through the PSA offer program later appeared as PSA 10s under the same cert numbers. Even allowing for missing facts and possible explanations, they walk through the optics, the conflict of interest concerns, and what it means when 11 out of 30 cards can swing from a 9 to a 10 after the fact. The bigger question becomes grade reliability itself and how much subjectivity collectors are really willing to live with.

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Joe walks through his latest pickup, a T206 Cy Young “bare hand shows” in a PSA 1 slab with elite centering, color, and eye appeal that completes his three-card Cy Young T206 flight. That card opens a wider conversation about which Hall of Famers will actually stand the test of time and how storytelling keeps players like Cy Young, Larry Doby, Joe Jackson and others relevant for future generations.

From there, Jeremy reads an email from a new listener and former prosecutor who worries that phrases like “essence of shill” risk normalizing shill bidding. Jeremy lays out his position on calling fraud what it is while still being honest about how much of it is already baked into comp data, and why pretending the market is clean does more harm than good for collectors trying to protect themselves.

The segment wraps with a discussion on why hobby drama videos tend to out-perform thoughtful history content, how “evergreen” storytelling works on a different clock than breaking scandals, and why the community still needs both.

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Jeremy, Chris McGill (HoJ), and Josh Adams dig into group breaks, pack odds, “hits,” and the reality that some collectors have gone bankrupt chasing boxes. They balance that against the fun and nostalgia of ripping with kids, Tim Hortons packs, and building sets the way many of us did in the 80s and 90s.

Along the way they tackle advertising, culture, and where the hobby goes next.

Topics in this segment include:
• PSA upcharges, comps, and why some people think PSA should have to buy your card at the value they assign
• Arena Club criticism, “where collecting begins” marketing, and whether repack-centric products are aimed more at gamblers than collectors
• Is opening any sealed product gambling, or does it depend on intent, price point, and expected return?
• Pack odds, box price vs expected value, and why the emotional hit of losing on wax feels exactly like losing at the casino for some people
• Breakers, gamblers, and the argument that the hobby “needs” high-volume product rippers to create singles for everyone else
• Direct-to-consumer vs LCS distribution and whether cards should always come from packs or could one day go straight to auction
• Getting more women in the hobby and how to treat everyone at shows as collectors first
• What kind of culture shift the hobby actually needs: less divisiveness, more mutual understanding, more integrity from individuals and institutions, and less “my way is the only right way”
• Leadership, voting with your wallet, and why content and conversations matter in shaping where the hobby goes next

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Topics in this segment include:
• Beckett’s price guide plus grading model and whether the real concern is what would happen if someone launched that structure today
• How conflicts exist everywhere in business and why safeguards and transparency matter more than pretending they do not
• Chris’s breakdown of Card Ladder Value, confidence levels, and why different sales of the same card can show different CL values
• Dan’s Gene Hackman one-of-one example and why getting a “good buy” can make algorithmic estimates look off
• The problem with overreliance on comps and why the hobby is nothing like an efficient stock market
• How shill bidding, thin markets, and buyer ignorance can distort individual sales
• Josh’s card show story about sellers who freeze when there is no recent comp and what real critical thinking should look like
• Arena Club’s “where collecting begins” slogan and a candid debate on repacks, gambling, and what collecting actually is
• Whether Card Ladder is a price guide or simply a historical data tool that PSA and others use for due diligence

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Topics in this segment include:
• What grading companies might be grading on autograph labels: legibility, placement, contrast, or just ink quality
• Why some collectors refuse autos they cannot read or see clearly, no matter what the label says
• Using objective facts (print runs, set history, parallel structure) to balance out personal hype in card posts
• Jeremy’s approach to pickup posts: why he wanted the card, how it fits his collection, and giving credit to the source
• Leighton’s framework for when a pickup deserves a story and why provenance, history, and feelings matter
• How to share genuine excitement about a card without coming across as a pumper
• Joe’s behind the scenes perspective from writing auction house descriptions and trying to add value without empty sales fluff
• Why posts that explain “why this matters to me” stand out more than pure flex shots
• Josh’s Ice Bowl ticket win as a quick case study in concise, memorable storytelling

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Topics in this segment include:
• Leighton’s main question: when your card budget hits its ceiling, do you start looking at memorabilia instead
• Jeremy’s “cards only” stance and why game used gloves made the cut when jerseys did not
• Space, storage, and display issues that push some collectors away from big items and back to cards
• Jackie Robinson examples: 1950 Bowman in different grades versus signed pieces and scorecards
• How memorabilia can offer historically significant items at prices below top tier card grades
• Why some collectors chase one key piece of memorabilia per player while others stay strictly cardboard
• Sticker autos versus on card autos and why some collectors refuse stickers entirely
• PSA 10 autograph grades on modern pack pulled autos and whether the extra premium is justified
• Vintage signed cards, fading ink, ballpoint quirks, and when an autograph grade actually helps
• The psychology of “10/10” labels, population reports, and how grading companies changed how autos are valued

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Topics in this segment include:
• Probstein returning to eBay after the Snipe collapse and how the hobby is reacting
• What the Snipe data breach could mean for user data and identity risk
• Shill bidding realities, the “essence of shill,” and how much is already baked into comps
• Would Jeremy or Joe bid on a card consigned with Probstein right now
• If money were no object, which vintage box or case we would rip
• “Card of the year” candidates: Joe Jackson, Ruth, modern hype pieces and more
• The Griffey Jr. PSA 10 run-up and whether the premium over PSA 9 makes sense
• Messi Mega Cracks, goat focus, and how star cards rose and cooled in 2025
• If you had to reset your entire collection, what would your first card back be
• Collection size in 2025: consolidation, upgrades, and how our PCs actually changed

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In this segment, Chris McGill (Card Ladder) and Josh Adams (90sAuctions) join Jeremy and attorney Paul Lesko to talk about auction environments collectors actually want to bid in, why hidden reserves and owner bidding feel wrong, and how 90sAuctions approaches consignor bidding and reserves.

From there the conversation shifts to comp culture, why so many people try to apply comps with false precision, and how data tools like Card Ladder can help if you are willing to dig into context instead of outsourcing your thinking. Jeremy also connects it back to his upcoming book POPs and COMPs and the idea that not all comps are created equal.

In this segment you will hear about:

• Chris’s ideal auction setting, only bidding against other true buyers

• How auction reserves and undisclosed owner bidding change the whole game

• Josh on why 90sAuctions banned consignor bidding and walked away from reserves

• Why buyers and sellers lean so hard on the last comp in 2025

• How to look at comps with real scrutiny so you do not get burned by bad data

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In this segment they hit:

• Panini vs Fanatics antitrust

• Wild Card vs Panini antitrust

• BCW vs Ultra Pro over “penny sleeve” and “top loader” trademarks

• LeBron RPA / Goldin / Card Porn business disparagement dispute

• Messi Green Kaboom one of one broken contract case

• Collectable fractional fallout and investor information rights

• Shill bidding, specific performance, and how courts might treat unique grails

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In this episode you will hear:

• Jeff answering viewer Skeppy’s question about how important privacy and anonymity are in the auction world, and why most bidders and consignors do not actually want their identities shared.

• A hard look at the push for more transparency in bidding, what collectors really want to see, and why public bidder identities can open the door to collusion, harassment, and back-channel deal making.

• Jeremy’s comparison to real estate offers and client lists, and Jeff’s blunt take that bidder and consigner data is proprietary relationship capital for an auction house, not something the public has a “right” to.

• Chat reactions from vintage and “new school” hobbyists who were raised on eBay and mall card shows, why reserves and 150 year old rules feel archaic, and what it means to “vote with your wallet.”

• Discussion of fixed price and “buy it now” style listings on traditional auction platforms, private treaty sales, and how auction houses try to balance consignor risk with a functioning marketplace.

• Paul’s legal lens on bidder anonymity, client lists, and why courts often treat that information as protected business property under protective orders.

Then Paul kicks off a rapid fire legal update round, including:

• Upper Deck vs Ravensburger (Lorcana case) – How Upper Deck claimed Lorcana stole game mechanics from its unreleased Rush of Ichor TCG, why game mechanics are very hard to protect with copyright, and how a multi year fight led to Ravensburger being cleared and only a small settlement with the individual designer.

• Blank vs Beckett – A new case where a collector alleges Beckett lost 87 rare Stan Lee autograph cards that he values at around 250 thousand dollars, and why the terms you click on for grading companies matter when cards go missing.

• Lance Jackson vs Collectors Universe and PSA – The nightmare scenario of sending in a key Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome rookie, getting it back with a lower grade and visible damage, and what a live trial could mean for how grading companies handle damaged cards and declared values.

• The “lost” T206 Honus Wagner vs BGS – A wild allegation that a Wagner was submitted 12 years ago and never returned, what statutes of limitation really are, and why waiting a decade to sue is usually a fatal mistake no matter how strong the story feels.

• A bigger conversation about terms of service, arbitration clauses, class action waivers, and why collectors almost never read what they are agreeing to when they click “I accept.”

• Jeremy’s question about whether anyone in the hobby will ever differentiate by surfacing key terms in plain language and forcing users to acknowledge the important parts, instead of burying everything in boilerplate.

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In this episode you will hear:

• Jeremy’s Saturday night open, with updates on the Fanatics Collect Weekly Auction Ending Watch Party, the new “From the Front Row” series with Front Row Card Show, and his recent conversation with hobby OG Brandon Steiner.

• Recap of Jeremy, Joe and Chris McGill’s appearances on Graig’s Midlife Cards channel and how those conversations set up tonight’s focus on auctions, reserves and hobby trust.

• Gretzky rookie talk, Topps versus O Pee Chee, what population reports really tell you, and why more collectors are demanding strong eye appeal instead of just an old grade on the flip.

• Reaction to Dr Beckett’s appearance on Hobby Hotline, the Geoff Wilson interview, and the fatigue many collectors feel around apology tours and “can we move on yet” discourse.

• Breakdown of the Snype launch issues after Rick Probstein’s move off eBay, the site going dark on its first big night, worries about data and screenshots circulating on social, and what all of that means for any new auction platform.

• Discussion of fresh COMC rumors, a long time employee exiting, a tweet suggesting the company might be “in trouble,” and why broken telephone and the hobby rumor mill can distort reality fast.

• A full segment with Jeff Marren of Rockhurst Auctions covering how traditional auction houses handle reserves, why “active reserves” exist, why most lots actually run without reserves, how opening bids create momentum, what consignors misunderstand, and how bidders should assess whether to stay in or step out.

• Jeff’s take on how eBay trained the hobby to chase last second “wins,” why many collectors are addicted to the idea of scoring under market, and how old hobby scars from scams and bad deals make drama based content so magnetic.

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Highlights include:

• A criminal defense lawyer’s perspective on shill bidding, fraud, and why some practices cross the line

• An auction owner explaining why 90s Auctions walked away from reserves and house bidding

• How guarantees, reserves, and “system bids” can warp prices long before you place your max bid

• The uncomfortable question of how much shill is baked into almost every COMP in the hobby

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In this segment of Sports Cards Live 289, we cover:
• Why shill bidding and reserve logic are more connected than most people realize
• How inflated or faulty COMPs can affect your max bid without you noticing
• Where the legal line sits between shady tactics and actual fraud
• What a healthier, more transparent auction environment would require

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In this segment of Sports Cards Live 289, we touch on:
• A rare prewar pickup Leighton chased to Nashville, including why its regional roots and family history make it more than just another group of old cards
• Jeremy’s latest vintage hockey addition that tests how far you are willing to bend on grade when centering, color, and overall presence are all there
• The challenge of valuing cards that almost never trade publicly, and what it looks like to price and buy in a world where the usual comp tools are not much help
• Dan’s case for stronger transparency from auction houses, from bidder vetting to what we should really be able to see when we place a bid
• How secret reserves, house bidding, and inflated bid counts can quietly shape prices and collector behavior far beyond a single auction
• The tension between fighting the good fight on shill bidding and still keeping enough joy in the hobby to enjoy shows, trades, and collecting with friends

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Sports Cards Live 289 continues with a big reveal and a very different kind of hobby conversation. Jeremy officially announces his upcoming book, “POPs and COMPs: Truths, Insights and the psychology behind the numbers that drive the sports card market,” and walks through what it covers, how it is structured, and why it has consumed his time for the last several months. The discussion then turns to Appendix F and why a detailed breakdown of auction house reserves, house bidding, employee bidding, and shill bidding policies feels especially relevant right now. From there, the conversation shifts into collecting philosophy, the realities of hobby drama, and a fun vintage segment around 1953 Topps icons and the concept of “flight collecting.”

In this episode of Sports Cards Live 289, we discuss:
• The announcement of “POPs and COMPs” and how the book grew from a 22,000 word idea into an 80,000 plus word manuscript with 83 chapters and seven appendices
• The six part structure of the book, including foundations, pops, comps, integration, demand drivers, and psychology, plus why the appendices are packed with practical tools
• Appendix F and its focus on auction house reserve policies, employee bidding, house bidding, and shill bidding across more than thirty companies
• How the book handles sensitive topics like population control without throwing reckless accusations while still asking hard questions collectors care about
• Why Jeremy chose self publishing on Amazon to keep creative control and move faster rather than waiting a year or more for a traditional route
• A first tease of the separate web based project being built with a software development team, what the MVP timeline looks like, and why it is designed to compete with nobody yet be useful to everybody
• Leighton’s perspective on ignoring daily hobby drama, focusing on family, store level reality, and why a clear educational resource is badly needed right now
• Joe’s 1953 Topps “flight” approach to collecting Mantle, Jackie, and Satchel Paige, along with a thought experiment about a hypothetical 1952 Topps high number Satchel and what that would mean for value and priority
• A quick recap of the Jackie Robinson Museum event and how well run hobby experiences connect history, education, and collecting

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In this episode of Sports Cards Live 289, we discuss:
• The story behind an 1888 Goodwin Champions Isaac Murphy card and why it instantly became a top twenty piece
• How history, racial context, and true scarcity can make a “modest” card feel like a grail
• The reality of shipping, authentication, and the fear of losing an irreplaceable vintage card in the mail
• A frustrating SGC grading return on clean 1973 Topps cards and why the grades did not match collector expectations
• What collectors are seeing from SGC lately, from stricter standards to fears that the brand is being left to die
• Why PSA’s guarantee and fee structure still shape the market and how secondary buyers benefit from that insurance
• Early hints about Appendix F and how auction house policies and grading companies collide in today’s hobby

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Highlights

• Curation vs creation: When selection, sequencing, and presentation become authorship

• Music parallels: Layering, sampling, mixtapes, and “binder as album” storytelling

• Aesthetic judgment: Eye appeal over label; why some 9s beat 10s

• Display matters: Frames, binders, themed runs—the message is the medium

• Community voices: Chat pushes back and builds on the “art or acquisition?” spectrum

• Sign-off: Next streams, Expo schedule note, and the time-change reminder

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Then we zoom out: is a superstar championship good for the hobby? Should acquired Panini brands (Prizm, NT, Kaboom) go dormant for a few years or continue uninterrupted? Plus the new Topps NBA flagship—do “first Topps” cards matter, how do one-of-one ‘First Off the Press’ parallels change the chase, and what the long NBA/NFL licensing shift means for collectors.

Highlights

• Binder bliss: Why viewing full sets (refractors, atomics, team-combining puzzles) beats lone slabs

• Design nostalgia: Foil/acetate layering, laser cuts, jumbo oddballs—why this era’s creativity endures

• Affordable lanes: Beautiful inserts that won’t break the bank, even for star names

• First-Topps vs rookies: Importance, value expectations, and where scarcity actually lives

• Dormancy debate: Let legacy Panini brands rest (rarity pop) or keep them running (continuity)?

• Championship effect: Superstar wins, hobby sentiment, and where it really moves markets

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Highlights

• Sell, trade, or hold? How rising prices pressure even die-hard collectors, and ways to decide without future regret

• Keep a token: Preserving one piece of a set/player run as a memory anchor when consolidating

• Beat price anchoring: Reset expectations by switching lanes (new players/eras) or trading horizontally into cards you value more

• Low-pop = high regret: Why letting go of scarce cards can sting—and how to choose sell candidates you can realistically reacquire

• Affordable beauty: Binders of Pacific/Pinnacle/Mystery Finest; why many inserts from that era deliver premium look at modest prices

• Hobby goodwill: Handing out cards to kids, camp giveaways, and keeping the joy in collecting—beyond comps

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Part 2 dives into on-floor tactics, vendor best practices, and the week’s community events. We talk why price tags on the front of the card convert, how payment actually works in Canada (cash is king, e-transfer is common; PayPal/credit accepted by many), and simple fraud prevention (check ID, be mindful of stolen cards/tap limits). We also cover which Expo days deliver what, a quick autograph stage update (one guest shifts off due to scheduling), and how to prep: comfy shoes, anti-fatigue mats, and a big refillable water bottle. Plus: where to find ultra high-end vintage hockey on the floor and our exact spot.

Highlights

• Dealer tips that help buyers buy: price tags on the front, be present, keep conversations easy

• Payments 101 (Canada): cash, Interac e-Transfer, many vendors with Square/Stripe/Clover; ATMs on site get refilled

• Fraud prevention: verify ID on larger credit transactions; be cautious with tap limits

• Days & pace: why Thursday/Friday are prime hunting; how Saturday/Sunday feel different for deals and mobility

• Autograph stage update: one signer off due to schedule; others still on deck

• What’s on display: ultra high-end vintage hockey in a major vintage booth; our own showcases priced, binders unpriced but deals are happening

• Events week at a glance:

  • Wed: pre-show trade night (near Yorkdale)

  • Thu: industry meet-up with giveaways/appies (minutes from the venue)

  • Fri: VIP appreciation inside the building, a stand-up comedy show nearby, and a community rip party

  • Sat: Mint Inc. trade night (proceeds to Mackenzie Health Foundation for mental health)

• Fun extras: eBay’s on-site gaming zone; big-booth raffles and activations; giveaway for a Matthew Knies game-used signed stick

• Collector talk: when buying without COMPs actually works; IP autos vs. game-used signatures; why in-person hobby time beats pure screen time

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We’re gearing up for The Expo—travel plans, booth setup, and the “home show” feeling even when you have to fly in. We talk what we’re bringing (and how much), how we buy at shows (sometimes ignoring COMPs altogether), why Expo is still the best room for hockey while staying strong across sports, and how recent playoff buzz could bring new/returning fans through the doors. A show organizer even pops in near the end to add some on-the-ground context.

Highlights

• Where to find us: Booth 1707 right off the entry

• What’s on the tables: late-90s/early-2000s inserts, patches, jerseys, numbered cards, plus autos/patch-autos

• Buying approach for the weekend: feel first, then price—when ignoring COMPs actually works

• Why the Toronto show still feels like “home” and how the community keeps expanding

• Hockey-heavy floor (and why that matters), with plenty of baseball/basketball/football/soccer in the mix

• Playoff afterglow → more casual fans walking in, what they’ll likely be hunting, and how that helps the hobby

• Main-stage autograph interviews preview (timing/guests permitting)

• Quick Strongsville crossover talk and why operational polish makes shows better for everyone

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Highlights

• Panini → Topps? Why lawsuits and timing make an acquisition less compelling now; the case for letting Panini’s brands go dormant and reviving later

• Licenses & exclusivity: How player/league deals create gaps (e.g., Wemby auto RC reality), and why sub-licensing could unlock creativity again

• Design without logos: Tyson Beck–style approaches that make unlicensed cards feel premium (inserts like Platinum Portraits as proof of concept)

• PSA’s offer network: Instant sell-through during/after grading, perceived conflicts, and why transparency about third-party buyers matters

• Collectors vs flippers: Kids running margin math off COMPs vs building attachment—what that means for the hobby’s long-term health

• Live reactions to Blue Jays–Dodgers crunch time sprinkled throughout

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Highlights

• Joe’s pickup of a 1953 Jackie Robinson and why it’s worth paying over COMPs

• The rise of eye-appeal-driven collecting and waning trust in numerical grades

• How Jeremy uses COMC → PSA to simplify grading submissions

• Early chatter about the upcoming Sport Card Expo Toronto

• Canada’s World Series energy, nostalgia, and a few laughs along the way

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Topics:

• Cross-auction shill blacklist & real penalties

• Fanatics sending unpaid-item removals; why more should do it

• KYC / AML-style identity verification for bidders—practical or pipe dream?

• Private sales: docs, names, paper trails, and fraud risk

• Comp literacy: float, intent, rarity, and why not all sales are equal

• PSA Offers, vault deals & what should count as a comp

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What you’ll learn

• The difference (and stakes) between hand-cut vs. trimmed—and why it matters for grading and value

• How graders label Bird/Magic/Erving when separated (“single panel,” “perforated”) and what buyers should check

• The spectrum of shilling (semantics vs. manipulation) and how platform policies/loopholes actually work

• Why “I have a better offer” often nukes deals—and a simple script to defuse it

• Practical bidding tactics to avoid getting nudged: late max bids, ceilings, and BIN/Best Offer pivots

• How league betting scandals and injury-report gamesmanship can affect pricing sentiment

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What you’ll learn

• Why fourth-party consigning can lift visibility—and when it risks artificial comps

• How reserves/house bids influence auction behavior and perceived market value

• A practical bidding playbook: set ceilings, use BIN/BO strategically, and time bids

• The trade-off on eBay Authenticity (protection vs. speed) and a case for optional use

• NFL QB market snapshot: surprise leaders, MVP lanes, and pricing tells in modern chrome

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Then we zoom out to solutions: how to set a ceiling and stick to it, when to favor BIN/Best Offer over auctions, and how to sanity-check comps using trade frequency, condition/eye appeal premiums, and platform context. We also tackle the eBay Authentication Program—security benefits vs. painful delays—and whether it should be optional. Plus: a quick vintage lesson on why a sharp 1950 Bowman Ted Williams in a lower grade can outshine numerically higher slabs, and thoughts on marketplace changes like Probstein → SNYPE and what that might mean for liquidity and fees.

Highlights

• Shill bidding vs. house bids: ethics, optics, and the fine print

• Reserves explained and how they influence bidder behavior

• Protecting yourself: ceilings, BIN/BO strategy, comp validation

• eBay Authentication: safeguard vs. slowdown—and the case for making it optional

• Vintage insight: paying up for eye appeal (and when it’s worth it)

• Marketplace shifts (SNYPE, eBay) and potential impact on comps and trust

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From there we zoom out to the auction landscape: shill bidding realities, house bidding on behalf of consignors, and reserves—how they work, where they are disclosed, and how buyers can protect themselves. Jeremy shares a Classic Auctions mail day, completing a 1952 Parkhurst “flight” with Rocket Richard alongside Gordie Howe, Terry Sawchuk, and Tim Horton, plus a fun pickup of game-used Mats Sundin gloves. We also touch on Probstein moving off eBay to SNYPE, Fanatics vault strategies, and using Card Ladder to sanity-check comps.

What you’ll learn

• Why the Baltimore News Ruth can lag iconic appeal despite extreme rarity

• How auction house reserves and house bids can affect bidding behavior

• Practical tactics to limit shill exposure set a ceiling price and stick to it

• How “flight collecting” works as a middle path between set and type collecting

• Vintage hockey targets in 1951–52 Parkhurst and why they resonate

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Highlights

• Flat-fee grading idea: demand control, less plastic, fewer low-value slabs

• Free market lens vs “predatory” framing—who’s choosing to pay?

• Guarantee realities: per-card and lifetime caps, submitter exclusion

• “Buy the card, not the slab” vs registry/set-building culture

• Do changing standards make old grades obsolete? Expiring-grade thought experiment

• Collector feedback as a feature, not a bug—why companies should listen

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Mid-segment, Mikey Singer (Sport Card Expo/Strongsville) pops in to show his completed 1990–92 Upper Deck Heroes auto run, plug next week’s VGLX gaming show, and share November Expo details—including on-site grading.

Highlights

• Why refractor/retrofractor tributes of icons (Mantle, Hank, Nolan, Gretzky) can out-aesthetic the originals

• Heritage Retrofractor full-set love (hockey) and why “modern retro” scratches the vintage itch

• Prism/Optic vs Topps Chrome: year-to-year design, surface “shine,” and where Fanatics needs to improve

• Dylan’s encouragement to vintage die-hards: try shiny—safely and cheaply

• Intermission with Mikey Singer:

  • Completed UD Heroes autographs run (’90–’92)

  • VGLX gaming & culture show (video games, TCG, indie devs, AMD/MSI free-play, cosplay)

  • Sport Card Expo Toronto (Nov 6–9): PSA & Beckett on-site; TAG taking subs; stage/Q&A teasers

• Nostalgia side quest: Vectrex mini chatter + retro consoles

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Highlights

• The Era of the Slab: why 2021–2025 grades can land 1–2 steps lower

• PSA upcharges, guarantees, and the “financial interest” debate

• Consistency vs opinion: AI grading’s promise and TAG’s role

• PSA vs SGC vs BGS/BVG: perceived strictness and crossover realities

• Dylan’s “grade your own” approach: museum-style labels and more info on the flip

• Topps lineage + hobby firsts:

  • Mantle’s retired #7 in Topps base and its return years

  • 1996 Topps Chrome refractors and why that first matters

  • Golds numbered to the year and 2009 Chrome Gold /50

  • Printing plates (CMYK): how to evaluate cyan, magenta, yellow, black

• Practical takeaways for collectors shifting from Panini to Topps

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Highlights

• PSA upcharges: insurance, incentives, and the “sell-it-immediately” dilemma for modern cards

• Are we enabling the premium? How the hobby built PSA’s value differential

• Inconsistency vs opinion: why Jeremy trusts his own eye over the flip

• Eye appeal over grade: centered, lower-grade vintage that still pops

• “Population control” or simply tighter standards on low-pop icons

• Security and liquidity: reasons to grade even if you are not selling

• Calgary show recap:

  • 2023–24 Upper Deck Outburst Gold 1/1 Anthony Stolarz

  • The Cup Dual Patch Auto /35: Mario Lemieux and Steve Yzerman

• Toronto Sport Card Expo notes: new booth 1707 with Sam Genova, Thursday night GP Sports social at Arizona’s with giveaways

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Highlights

• “No boss in the hobby”: more voices, fewer absolutes, better collecting

• Comps as guidance, not gospel—especially for non-fungible copies and 1/1s

• BIN patience vs. auction urgency: timing, visibility, and outcome gaps

• Rookie debates (e.g., dating/labeling issues) and why consensus shifts

• Buyer mindset: pay now vs. pay more later for rare, eye-appeal pieces

• Safer transactions: escrow for big deals, in-person meets, and G&S limits

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Highlights

• Context over copy-paste: eye appeal premiums/discounts and non-fungible grades

• The “invisible comps” problem: shows, LCS, and private sales that never hit databases

• BIN vs. auction: patience premium, missing bidders, vacations, and timing risk

• Tech on the table: scan your slab to pull sales history and comparable results

• Marketing matters: how better storytelling/presentation can lift auction outcomes

• Buyer psychology: paying ahead for rare pieces, shifting tastes, and triangulating value

• Practical takeaways: use comps as guidance, track your own private sales, and price to sell

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Highlights

• Competitive vs. cushion pricing: why marking 20–30% over comps can stall your table

• Eye appeal premium/discounts: strong-for-grade vs. off-center within the same numeric grade

• Commoditized cards vs. scarce pieces: when comps matter—and when they don’t

• “Invisible comps”: private show/LCS/Facebook deals that never hit public databases

• Buying etiquette: avoiding “lowball” moments, respecting sellers, and still getting to yes

• Collector vs. flipper negotiations: why intent shouldn’t change fair pricing

• Practical takeaways: price to sell, track your own private sales, refresh inventory often

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Highlights

• Expansion from Vegas to 7 major cities with strong collector turnout

• How wristbanding, vendor controls, and on-site police keep shows secure

• 400–600 table scale and 8K+ attendee crowds

• Real numbers: six-figure deals on the floor including a $300K 1952 Topps set

• Balancing Pokémon growth without losing the sports card identity

• Collector talk: eye appeal, storytelling, and why some lower-grade cards are irreplaceable

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Highlights

• The deal: targeting a 2022 World Cup Messi Impeccable/Imminence auto and why Zach felt safe using Goods & Services

• What went wrong: refund refusal, dispute timeline, and PayPal closing in the seller’s favor

• The fine print: how a “for resale” interpretation can negate buyer protection

• Risk management: reputational checks, marketplace layers, notes in payment, and when to prefer in-person deals

• Broader impact: how fear around payments could ripple into bidding and liquidity

• Dan Bliss on best practices for show transactions

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Highlights

• Price as shorthand vs. context: when comps help—and when they mislead

• Show tactics with no comp: fairness, phone-a-friend, and game theory

• 51 Bowman (rookie) vs. 52 Topps (icon): “scoreboard” vs. what you value

• Bond Bread Jackie primer and the case for mispriced early/rarer issues

• Flippers, bounties, pumps: predatory cases vs. real services

• Do outsiders’ opinions matter? Ego, validation, and why context wins

• Origins chat: tobacco & candy tie-ins, Rogers Peet, business-card roots

• Mailday: 2007 The Cup All-Star Royalty Bobby Orr auto /7 cameo

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Highlights

• Emboss vs. chrome: cost math, insert priorities, and why not every set can have everything

• Working in cards without losing the love; taking criticism vs. finding real feedback

• Flippers: service vs. scalping, pumps, selling before owning, and game-theory tactics for buyers

• Bond Bread Jackie primer and a case for rising “oddball” interest

• Quick hitters: requests for RPAs in SPx, Original Six centennial sets buzz, and living-set/gamified ideas for families

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Highlights

• Live-room energy: 200+ in chat, quick nods to a Marc-André Fleury “swan song” moment and a Barkov knee news blip

• What companies can actually do for collectors: concrete, collector-first thinking from the product side

• Checklist realities: autographs, game-used, licensing/approvals, and why “just add Player X” isn’t simple

• Cost vs wow-factor: spectrum deco foil, high-gloss choices, and why some designs get cut to hit budgets

• Insert strategy: keeping Jambalaya/Platinum Portraits special while avoiding annual overuse and fatigue

• Designing a new chase: how “Liquid Gold” became a true insert hit (tough odds, no parallels) and the blueprint for future chases

• PWHL roadmap: building excitement without copy-pasting NBA/WNBA formulas; fresh mechanics for a new audience

• Family/on-ramp ideas: hobby “quests,” living-set vibes, and gamified projects that bring kids into collecting

• Player-collector lens: why team/player collectors still want firsts (e.g., a legend’s first Jambalaya) even if the theme returns

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Highlights

• Tiffany vs Star cleared up: factory-set Tiffany vs team-bag Star, and why distribution rules complicate “rookie” status

• The Hot Potato Era: cards resold within days, instant “resell” buttons, and PSA-to-market liquidity without touching the card

• Flipper vs curator: moving inventory for profit vs actively upgrading a personal collection

• The content effect: “I spent $50,000” thumbnails, sensationalism, and how it shapes newcomers’ expectations

• Value vs appreciation: the watch-collector analogy and Iowa Dave’s prompt to rank your top cards by meaning, not money

• Private whales exist: the low-visibility collector with a T206 Wagner and why many serious collectors stay off-camera

• Are flippers good for the ecosystem? Card finders who surface hard-to-find PC targets across shows and regions

• Do hobby leaders want growth or guardrails? Protecting new entrants vs chasing headlines

• Longevity vs greatness: Kareem’s MJ vs LeBron framing, Sandy Koufax’s peak, Pujols first 10 vs second 10, and why era normalization matters

• Era traps in stats: dead-ball realities, ballpark dimensions, lowered mound, pitch-speed measurement changes, and why all-time lists are tricky

• “Everything helps sellers” debate: box prices, eBay authentication and resell tools, buyer’s premiums vs collector benefits

• Counterpoints: liquidity is higher than ever, more leverage with auction houses, easier buying and selling for everyday collectors

• Open challenge: what could manufacturers, graders, and marketplaces do that truly benefits collectors without reducing profits?

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Highlights

• Jeremy’s long day at the Southern Alberta Card Show and why he was still wired

• Building a war chest: selling steadily to fund one hallmark card

• Choosing not to buy on a big auction night and how to manage the letdown

• Vintage vs modern targeting: 1952 Topps Jackie, T206 Cobb, 1990s Star Rubies out of 50, Exquisite LeBron, and a Wizards-era Jordan auto

• Why “feel it in your gut” beats forcing a justification on a major purchase

• Market reality check: fewer slips through the cracks when everything is hot

• The hobby friend advantage: having a second set of eyes before a big bid

• John Mangini on flip accuracy: 1948 Leaf vs 1949 Leaf and why it should change

• Other label fixes discussed: Home Run Derby 1959 vs 1960, W555 roster tells, Scrapps Tobacco, Bond Bread vs Star Subjects

• Rookie card logic in the wild: 1952 Topps Mantle as a first Topps, not a rookie

• 1984 Star vs 1986 Fleer Jordan and how distribution rules get misused

• Why research matters: matching photos and dates, Net54 deep dives, and what graders should own in identification

Recorded live Sept 27, 2025

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Recorded live Sept 20, 2025

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The trio “eulogizes” the Panini era—gold /10, black 1/1s, shields/logomen, and the rise of case hits (Kaboom, Downtown, Color Blast)—and asks if we’re ready for “kabooms without logos.” On the legal front, Josh flags potential antitrust and injunction scenarios, why timelines drag, and how outcomes could reshape competition. Plus: a shout-out to Dave & Adam’s for surfacing early MJ 1/1s (and how one just resurfaced on Fanatics Collect). Smart, candid hobby talk with real implications for collectors, shops, and breakers.

Recorded live Sept 20, 2025

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They get tactical for shop owners and breakers, dynamic pricing, the loss of Flawless/Treasure margins, and why high-end basketball may thin out initially while Topps builds premium brands. On live commerce, they compare Whatnot vs. Fanatics Live vs. eBay Live, and talk through the risk/reward if Fanatics favors breakers on its own platform. Macro factors hit the table too: Walmart’s booth at the National, GameStop’s hobby push, distributors pivoting (hello, Pokémon), and how World Cup Prism keeps catalyzing soccer.

The segment closes on market psychology: the $12.93M Jordan–Kobe Logoman, Kevin O’Leary’s capital, whether modern records trigger more supply, and why the best copies may disappear into “forever collections.” Insight-packed, candid, and grounded—this is your field guide to the post-license-swap era.

Recorded live Sept 20, 2025

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Jeremy and Joe discuss:

• How vaults like Fanatics Collect, PSA, COMC, and ShipMyCards are reshaping the collector experience

• The pros and cons of using vaults for security, liquidity, and convenience

• Jeremy’s first-ever PSA submission through COMC and why the simplicity won him over

• Whether vaults are really for collectors or just fueling flippers

• The heated question: Is card grading a scam… or just a sham?

• A fun thought experiment: what cards would Joe buy if his collection vanished and insurance made him start from scratch

The live chat also jumps in with sharp insights, challenges, and hobby banter, making this a classic Sports Cards Live Saturday night discussion.

Recorded Sept 20, 2025

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Chris shares two telling charts on Fanatics Collect Premier: trading card lots climbing from ~120 early in the year to ~400 this month. We consider post-National consignment waves, private deals moving to public auctions, and simple supply and demand. Josh recaps his 90s auction, explains smart consolidation into a grail, and we each answer whether the current surge makes us sell or hold. We finish on whether a modern card holding the all-time record feels right, and why some vintage pieces may still be more valuable even without a recent public sale.

Recorded: September 13, 2025

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We close with a market gut check using Messi’s surging Megacracks PSA 10 and a Gretzky comparison. Chris lays out recent public private sales, pops, and why skepticism can be healthy when prices sprint. We also touch on league scale, cultural pull, and what “GOAT” means when you try to price it.

Highlights

• A practical head-to-head: MJ 15,000 Point Club PSA 10 vs Power in the Key PSA 9

• How to break ties: playing days, aesthetics, pop reports, and budget discipline

• Chat perspectives on collecting for love vs future value

• Messi Megacracks PSA 10 run, pop context, and why to sanity-check bull markets

• Gretzky as a useful comp when defining GOAT and market depth

• Segment ends with Jeremy, Chris, and Josh

Recorded: Saturday, September 13, 2025

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Highlights

• Strongsville vibes and first takes on Savannah Bananas cards

• Messi vs Gretzky and how worldwide relevance intersects with hobby demand

• When a grail runs away: consolidate, pivot, or lower the slab grade target

• Cracker Jack Shoeless Joe, Jordan inserts, and strategies when pricing surges

• AuctionWire.ai preview for tracking live auctions and fixed price marketplaces

• Provenance and story value: writing on cards, original owner paths, loved copies

• Value vintage boxes and easy entry points for new collectors

• Part concludes with Jeremy, Graig, and Leighton still on the mics

Recorded: Saturday, September 13, 2025

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Highlights

• NDA takeaways and research room vs grading room implications

• Tours, grader notes, and whether new tech equals tougher grading

• Regrade experiments, inconsistency, and the cost of resubs

• What holds value best: low supply icons vs centered, high eye appeal copies

• Set registry reality: leaderboard vs true card quality

• Should graders be certified and paid like professionals

• Part wraps with Joe’s exit and a Messi vs Gretzky prompt for later

Recorded: Saturday, September 13, 2025

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Highlights

• Are we in a bubble or just a frothy upswing

• Brock Purdy and Caitlin Clark injuries and market impact

• Paying over comps for low grade, high eye appeal vintage

• Vault proceeds and the backdoor consolidation play

• What “10x the hobby” really means

• Record sales, attention, and demand

• The grading black box: standards, tech, and transparency

Recorded: Saturday, September 13, 2025

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Highlights

• Why this modern card drew more vitriol than vintage record-setters

• “Comp” vs “comparable”: when a data point doesn’t map to anything else

• Marketing spend logic (Schemes/Dick’s) and the Secure syndicate’s “calling card”

• Psychological spillover vs long-term pricing reality

• Manufactured rarity isn’t new: Wagner, ’52 Topps highs, ’33 Goudey Lajoie, Bert Corbeau, Leaf Marciano

• Quick takes from Karvin Cheung, Chris McGill, and Josh Adams on what really matters for collectors

If you’re into record sales, comps, and the vintage–modern divide, this one’s for you. Watch Sports Cards Live most Saturday nights on YouTube for live, interactive hobby talk.

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Highlights

• Collector angst: returns shrinking while wax prices soar

• Breaking then vs. breaking now, does it still offer value?

• Carvin on licensing, distribution, and why the ecosystem fuels high prices

• Chris McGill connects rising wax costs to broader inflation and everyday life

• Is “don’t open it” the only way to push wax prices down?

• The tension between million-dollar grails and collectors just wanting affordable packs

• Discipline, budgets, and staying grounded in today’s market

If you want straight talk on wax costs, the breaking economy, and the state of the hobby from both collectors and industry insiders, this episode is for you. And don’t forget, watch Sports Cards Live most Saturday nights on YouTube for live, interactive conversations with hobby voices at every level.

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Highlights

• Breakers vs LCS: who opens more, and why it matters

• Distribution, licenses, and the feedback loop that lifts box prices

• Macro lens: cards vs gold/bitcoin/S&P; the dollar’s bite on the hobby

• Exquisite legacy & design: bold autos > grades, and the true “1-of-1-of-1-of-1”

• Game-used patches today; Dynasty’s role for high-end, on-card autos

• Cycles, sentiment, and practical ways collectors can still “stay in their lane”

If you’re into the real reasons wax is expensive, how breaking reshaped the hobby, and insider takes on Exquisite/Dynasty and game-used patches, this episode is for you. Watch Sports Cards Live most Saturday nights on YouTube for live, interactive hobby conversations.

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Highlights

• “Adapt or get out?” unpacked: what staying looks like when wax is $500–$800

• Singles over wax: maximizing joy and minimizing regret

• The dopamine problem: ripping vs. actually getting the cards you want

• Feeling underappreciated as a long-timer, and moving forward anyway

• Tracking every cent vs. ignoring the ticker: two healthy mindsets

• Using eBay solds as simple comps (and when to skip comps entirely)

If you enjoy honest talk about budgets, wax vs. singles, and collecting for joy (not just headlines), this episode is for you. And don’t forget, watch Sports Cards Live most Saturday nights on YouTube for live, interactive conversations with collectors, dealers, and industry voices.

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Highlights

• One week later: comp vs outlier and how much weight the sale should carry

• PR, syndicates, and perception: does attention create “fractionalization 2.0”?

• Manufactured vs organic scarcity: why both now drive demand

• Vintage pride vs modern crown: what actually shifts for collectors

• Leighton’s playbook: liquidity, risk management, and taking chips off the table

• Card allocation vs net worth: how deep is too deep?

• Next record-breaker candidates: ’52 Topps Mantle, T206 Wagner, a Ruth rookie

If you enjoy deep hobby conversations that go beyond headlines and comps, this episode is for you. And don’t forget, watch Sports Cards Live every Saturday night on YouTube for live, interactive discussions with collectors, dealers, and industry leaders.

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The panel dives deep into the implications: are PSA 10 vintage grails trustworthy, or are they overgraded time bombs? Does the true value of modern masterpieces come from auto quality, patch authenticity, and game use rather than technical grades? And how should collectors view concepts like “artificial rarity” versus organic scarcity?

They also explore the ripple effects: how Kobe’s legacy — heightened by his tragic passing — shaped demand, whether heritage auction fees influence seller behavior, and what this watershed moment could mean for the next wave of cards to hit the market.

Highlights include:

• Live coverage of the record-breaking $12.9M Jordan–Kobe Logoman sale

• Grading skepticism and the power of PSA’s brand vs. the card itself

• Why patch and autograph quality may matter more than grades

• Kobe’s passing and its impact on his long-term hobby standing

• Pop reports vs. lived scarcity in today’s market

• What record-setting sales might bring out of collections next

This final segment captures the energy, controversy, and history of a night when the hobby’s all-time record was shattered live on Sports Cards Live.

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The discussion ranges from the legitimacy of “manufactured rarity” to whether grade even matters for a one-of-one grail. The panel also wrestles with a central hobby question: if Michael Jordan is clearly No. 1, who is No. 2? Names like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Tom Brady are all debated as the community weighs legacy, market caps, and cultural impact.

Highlights include:

• The Jordan–Kobe Logoman breaking into 8-figure territory live on Sports Cards Live

• Manufactured rarity vs. organic rarity in the hobby

• Does grade matter at all for one-of-ones?

• Ego, status, and trophy bidding in high-end auctions

• The debate over who ranks No. 2 after Michael Jordan — Mantle, Ruth, LeBron, Kobe, Brady, or someone else?

• Shaq’s surprising hobby index strength and whether undervalued stars ever catch up

This was one of the most electric hobby nights in recent memory — and Sports Cards Live was right there with the audience as history unfolded.

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The conversation expands into the role of grading, questioning whether graded scarcity creates real value or if condition scarcity and eye appeal are what truly matter. The panel also tackles the flaws in Michael Jordan’s card catalog, why he doesn’t have a “perfect” rookie-era grail like modern stars do, and how that shapes the chase for the ultimate Jordan card.

Highlights include:

• The Jordan–Kobe Dual Logoman breaking into record territory

• Grading scarcity vs. condition scarcity — what collectors should really value

• The role of eye appeal and why not all 10s are created equal

• Why Michael Jordan doesn’t have a single “perfect” rookie grail

• The debate: PMG Green, Logomans, or something else as Jordan’s apex card

This is a can’t-miss segment for anyone fascinated by high-end sports cards, the psychology of grading, and the never-ending pursuit of defining hobby “greatness.”

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We also examine the rise of high-net-worth individuals entering the hobby, often through breaking as their initial gateway before shifting into serious collecting and targeted investments. Brent shares how he’s working with these new buyers, what types of cards they’re seeking, and why education and guidance are critical in helping them navigate the market.

Highlights include:

• Collecting for passion vs. investing for return

• Viewing cards as assets vs. expenses

• Nostalgia, aesthetics, and personal collecting rules

• Breaking as a gateway for wealthy newcomers

• How high-net-worth collectors are being onboarded into the hobby

Whether you see yourself as a collector, an investor, or somewhere in between, this segment brings valuable perspective on how the hobby continues to evolve.

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Highlights include:

• Reaction to the $12.9M+ Exquisite Dual Logoman of Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant

• A critical breakdown of the Wilt Chamberlain 1961 Fleer PSA 10 rookie card — is it truly gem mint or just grade worship?

• Insights on the George Mikan PSA 9, 1986 Fleer Jordan SGC Pristine, and 1911 C55 Georges Vezina PSA 7.5

• Jeremy’s $122 eBay snipe fail on a Jaromir Jagr 1/1, and what it says about bidding strategy

• Why eye appeal vs. the number on the slab matters more than ever

• Audience interaction, live reactions, and community banter as the bids rolled in

Whether you’re chasing grails, questioning grading standards, or just love watching hobby history unfold in real time, this episode delivers perspective on one of the biggest auction nights ever.

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Highlights include:

• Breaking down who really has the power to set a comp: buyer, underbidder, or seller

• Underrated 90s insert and parallel sets — from Passing the Torch to One of a Kind

• How Michael Jordan’s rare Stadium Club parallels compare to PMGs and Star Rubies

• The psychology behind collectors’ love for shiny, eye-catching cards

• Why some in the hobby dismiss inserts and others see them as core collectibles

• Are rookie cards a hobby tradition or a manufactured gimmick?

• How modern inserts differ from their 90s counterparts in rarity and appeal

• The argument for collecting championship-year or iconic-moment cards instead of rookies

• Final reflections from the National, including the growing phenomenon of late-night trade nights

• Lighthearted moments, from hoodie-for-candy “comps” to memorable post-show interactions

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Highlights include:

• Why comps aren’t always the final word — and when to ignore them entirely

• The “input vs. output” theory of comps and what it means for market movement

• How the underbidder can have more influence than the winning bidder

• The impact of repackers, flippers, and institutional buyers on modern card prices

• Kabooms, Downtowns, and other repack staples that have surged in value

• Challenges of comping rare or long-untraded cards (and creative ways to do it)

• Why sellers with great items can command a premium regardless of comps

• 90s Auctions’ successful National and Josh Adams’ standout pickup

• Comparing Strongsville to The National as a future show destination

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Highlights include:

• Chris on the Card Ladder booth’s creative atmosphere and content creator presence at the National

• Discussion on the value of hobby content and the balance between cards and creators

• Chris’s standout pickups, including rare Jokic “Totally Certified” 1/1s to complete a full run

• Josh Adams on his National experience, meeting collectors, and sharing vintage expertise

• Insights into the appeal of vintage cards showing natural age and character

• Market observations on vintage scarcity — true rarity vs. population reports

• The “vortex” effect of flipper activity on card prices and comps

• In-depth debate on the repack market: artificial vs. organic demand, sustainability, and PSA’s entry into repack certification

• How repacks and frequent ownership changes affect long-term value and collector behavior

• Comparing the modern flipper model to the journey of cards finding their “final resting place” with end collectors

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Highlights include:

• Joe Poirot’s take on what content from the National stood out and what was missing

• Hobby trends observed at the show, from a vintage-heavy focus to strong transaction volume

• Jeremy’s major pickups, including a PSA 5 1950 Bowman Yogi Berra and PSA 1 1933 Goudey Lou Gehrig

• Story behind the Gehrig purchase and decision to pay over comps for high eye appeal

• Additional acquisitions, including a 1950 Bowman Roy Campanella (charity auction win)

• Leighton Sheldon on his best National ever for Just Collect

• Behind-the-scenes of acquiring and selling a near-complete PSA T206 set during the show

• Perspective on the hot vintage market and why demand is surging

• Discussion on the rise of repacks and their impact on both modern and vintage sectors

• Shout-outs to Vintage Trade Night and the For Collectors community event

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• Picking up a stunning ’48 Leaf DiMaggio from the same vendor

• Adding a perfectly centered 2nd-year Magic Johnson

• Other show-floor finds from hockey legends to classic football and basketball

• Behind-the-scenes stories from Wednesday & Thursday at The National, including events, parties, and memorable meetups

• Shoutouts to some incredible vendors and collectors I met along the way

Whether you love the hunt, the hobby community, or just great card stories, this recap delivers all three.

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As SGC leadership changes and PSA steps into new territory with repacks, collectors are asking harder questions and this roundtable doesn’t shy away from them. Chris shares platform-level insights, Ben brings sharp data-driven analysis, and Jeremy guides the conversation toward what matters most: integrity, transparency, and collector confidence.

Topics include:

• The hobby’s reaction to SGC’s leadership shift and Collectors’ long game

• PSA’s repack alignment with CardsHQ - and what’s at stake reputationally

• Why "fairness certification" isn’t a cure-all and might be a warning sign

• How flipping, content, and market behavior intersect with responsibility

• Ben on shifting collector behavior, risk tolerance, and confidence erosion

• Chris on platform ethics and Card Ladder’s role in an evolving market

• Why reputation is the real product and who’s still earning it

• Ben closes the episode with a strong call to action: where the hobby needs to step up

This is a clear-eyed conversation for collectors who care about where the hobby goes next.

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In the 4th segment of Episode 277, Jeremy is joined by Card Ladder co-founder Chris McGill and data specialist Ben Hossler to discuss the hobby’s most pressing tensions from grading shakeups to repack scrutiny to the vulnerability of trust itself.

This is not a segment about drama it’s about reality. What does the collector base believe in right now? Who still has credibility? And what happens when grading companies or marketplaces miscalculate?

Topics include:

• SGC’s uncertain future under Collectors and what it signals about grading competition

• The PSA-CardsHQ repack controversy and how legitimacy is being defined (or dodged)

• Whether the hobby is at risk of a trust correction as much as a market one

• Why transparency, not performance, is the new currency of credibility

• The moral gray zones of flipping, content creation, and influencer-driven hype

• Ben’s insights on the data side and what’s shifting in collector behavior

• Chris on platform responsibility and the future of Card Ladder in a skeptical market

This is a sharp, honest roundtable on what’s broken, what might be fixable, and what collectors should demand moving forward.

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They’re joined early in the segment by Canadian dealer Grant Patterson, who shares his real-world take on what’s moving, what’s not, and how the energy of the market is shifting. His insights set the stage for a broader discussion on the behaviors and signals dealers and collectors should be paying attention to right now.

Topics include:

• Grant Patterson on collector mood, liquidity, and setting up at shows

• Why it’s easy to confuse hobby fatigue with hobby evolution

• The gap between social media narratives and on-the-ground reality

• How collector buying has become more strategic — and more personal

• Why liquidity issues can mask healthy demand

• What slower sales may actually reflect about inventory, pricing, and trust

• Tips for dealers misreading today’s buyer psychology

If you're trying to separate signal from noise in 2025, this segment brings clarity without hype.

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This conversation spans the philosophical and financial layers of the hobby, who’s actually collecting, who’s chasing, and how grading companies are shifting the terrain beneath our feet.

Topics include:

• A candid story about a collector who’s already spent $50K on Whatnot in 6 months

• Why some say breaking and repacks are “the idiot tax” and why that may be unfair

  How many owners a card has before it finds its “forever home"

  Pete Steinberg’s resignation from SGC and what it signals about the brand’s future

• Whether Collectors is sunsetting SGC or repositioning it

• Joe’s personal journey with SGC: trust, regret, and the future of his slabs

• Why PSA’s grading monopoly might not be good for the hobby

• Whether repacks create pressure on wax prices and if they’re here to stay

This one’s for the thinkers, the skeptics, and the collectors who want to understand where the hobby is heading.

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With PSA now certifying the fairness of a product they also grade, Jeremy raises serious questions about transparency, conflict of interest, and how this move could reshape the repack space for better or worse.

Topics include:

• Why Jeremy sees PSA’s new repack service as a self-bestowed power

• What it means for a grading company to become a fairness auditor

• The risk of internal abuse or manipulation during the seeding process

• Geoff Wilson’s bold claim that this will “change the hobby forever”

• Whether PSA’s involvement raises consumer trust or just the stakes

• How this could trigger a broader “repack legitimacy” movement

• The difference between what is legal, what is profitable, and what is ethical

• A broader discussion on wax pricing, license fees, and repacks as a market response

Joe brings the collector's lens. Jeremy brings the accounting fire. The chat brings the heat. Buckle up.

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Highlights include:

• Eye Appeal vs. Grade: Are we headed toward a synthesis?

• Collector fuel vs. hobby fatigue: What lights your fire?

• Shill bidding, second chance offers, and hidden reserves

• Grading as insurance and education vs. knowledge erasure

• The contagious nature of passion in a growing community

• Joe’s insights on collecting with intent, not just instinct

• Chris’s deep dive on comedy, philosophy, and collecting psychology

• Final thoughts from Josh, Joe, Chris, and Jeremy ahead of the National

Presented in support of Signatures for Soldiers, hosted by the Four Collectors YouTube channel, and sponsored by The Penny Sleever.

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Highlights include:

• The backlash against eye appeal and the elitism critique

• Grading subjectivity, sticker shock, and the power of transparency

• The autograph scandal fallout and how to approach vintage auto skepticism

• What “professional skepticism” means in the hobby

• Extended bidding on eBay: How it may impact shill bidders, not just buyers

• The evolving auction landscape and the need for reform

• Collector trust, power dynamics, and Layton’s Coldplay concert memorabilia

Presented in support of Signatures for Soldiers, hosted by the Four Collectors YouTube channel, and sponsored by The Penny Sleever.

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In this segment, Jeremy and Joe are joined by Leighton Sheldon (Just Collect, Vintage Breaks) for a wide-ranging discussion on honesty in the hobby, grading inconsistencies, and whether collectors have a responsibility to disclose overgraded or resubmitted cards when selling. The conversation builds off the launch of Eye Appeal Inc. and leads into broader themes around integrity, collecting philosophy, and how the community evaluates card quality beyond the slab.

Topics covered:

• When (if ever) sellers should disclose overgraded slabs

• Why third-party grades can’t be treated as gospel

• Leighton’s story of telling a buyer, “This card might be a grade too high”

• PSA resubs, inconsistent grading, and market realities

• Transparency vs. strategy when selling high-end cards

• The two-tier reviewer system onEye Appeal Inc. and how it's modeled after Rotten Tomatoes

• Layton’s real-world take on buying collections and managing massive volume

• The fake autograph scandal rocking the memorabilia world and its impact on consumer trust

👉 Thoughtful, honest hobby talk with one of vintage’s most trusted voices.

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In this first segment, Jeremy and Joe welcome Matt Cirulnick (aka @mattyc_collection to talk about Eye Appeal Inc., a collector-driven platform for visually assessing and comparing cards, not as a grading service, but as a community-powered resource. The conversation also explores impulsive high-end buying, evolving collecting habits, and the ongoing tension between slab grades and actual card appeal.

In this episode:

• Saturday night wrap-up of HobbyPalooza 2025

• Joe’s impulsive buy and collector second-guessing

• The “forever card” concept and collecting through life stages

• What Eye Appeal Inc. is and isn’t

• Grading vs. card aesthetics: what really matters?

• Community scoring, trusted reviewers, and image-based analysis

• Why this platform is a tool—not a marketplace or grading disruptor

👉 A thoughtful, hobby-driven conversation to close out the night at HobbyPalooza.

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Evan introduces a compelling idea: that collecting doesn’t have to mean owning, reframing how we think about engagement and value. The panel also reflects on how to handle negativity in the hobby—whether it’s trolls, bad takes, or misplaced criticism—and the importance of staying grounded in what really matters.

It’s a thoughtful close to an episode rooted in authenticity, intention, and long-term perspective.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Originally aired Saturday July 12, 2025

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The group unpacks what causes collectors and creators to lose their drive, how algorithms distort authenticity, and why creating with intention matters more than ever. It’s a candid and thoughtful look at the intersection of technology, content, and the human side of collecting.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Originally aired Saturday July 12, 2025

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Then, Evan Parker from Mantel joins the conversation, adding insight into how platforms like Mantel aim to support collectors without distorting the experience. The discussion covers content ethics, trust, and how both creators and companies can add real value to the hobby.

It’s a thoughtful look at how to build an audience—and a reputation—by staying true to what matters.

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We also explore the evolution of Gordy's monthly vintage set breaks, including the mechanics, emotional complexity, and ethical considerations around risk and reward. Plus: a wide-ranging conversation on how massive the sports card hobby actually is—beyond social media bubbles and auction houses—and why so many collectors eventually shift toward vintage.

This segment closes with a spirited discussion about collecting 90s inserts, the risk of modern PCs, and what it means when collectors sell the moment their player is traded.

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We kick off Episode 275 of Sports Cards Live with Jeremy Lee welcoming Josh Adams (Midwest Vintage) as guest co-host in place of the off-gallivanting Joe Poirot. After event previews, including the Road to the National finale, HobbyPalooza, and the Vintage Trade Night at the National we dive into a viral Instagram post that stirred up hobby debate: “If the hobby feels like it sucks... maybe it's you.”

Then, we welcome Gordy Bonker (Bonkers Cards) for a powerful conversation on his journey from finance professional to full-time vintage content creator. Gordy shares how a 1954 Willie Mays reignited his love for cards, why TikTok has been key to his growth, and his unique approach to set breaks and alternative asset investing in vintage. The segment ends with a dive into baseball history, Spalding’s influence, and a few musical favorites from Gordy, Josh, and Jeremy.

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Then, the discussion shifts to the rapid growth of Pokémon and other non-sport cards dominating sports card shows like the National. Jeremy, Chris, Josh, and Joe explore what this shift means for sports card collectors and whether nostalgia still drives collecting behavior.

Finally, Chris reveals data showing June was the hottest sales month ever tracked by Card Ladder and offers a word of caution as FOMO returns to the hobby.

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Originally aired Saturday July 5, 2025

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Originally aired Saturday July 5, 2025

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They explore how seemingly normal behaviors—cracking slabs, grading flips, chasing PSA 10s, even scrolling Instagram—can spiral into spending loops and emotional highs. Alyx breaks down the psychology behind the “hobby high,” how platform design fuels compulsive behavior, and why gambling dynamics have become deeply embedded in modern collecting culture.

This is a raw and necessary conversation about what we risk when the fun stops feeling like fun.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep doing this?”—this one’s for you.

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Alyx shares powerful stories from real collectors including those facing six and even seven-figure losses, and explains how platforms like Whatnot, eBay, and even traditional wax ripping are engineered to keep us hooked. Together, the panel dives into the line between healthy collecting and compulsive behavior, the lack of safeguards in the hobby, and the role of community support, empathy, and education.

Whether you’ve experienced these struggles personally or know someone who has, this segment is one of the most important discussions Sports Cards Live has ever hosted.

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Ben shares behind-the-scenes details on the ballooning scale of Fanatics Fest, including the event’s planned expansion to the full 3.3 million sq. ft. of the Javits Center—raising big questions about its future vs. the National. Chris and Jeremy unpack why these shows can (and should) coexist, and why Fanatics Fest might be best for families, while the National remains a collector’s Mecca.

Then the crew exposes the bizarre rise and quick disappearance of Zeagley AI Grading, a new company that ghosted Fanatics Fest, used Google Voice numbers, and claimed DraftKings investment—with zero receipts.

The episode ends with a collector-driven roundtable:
📌 What happens when flippers invade your lane?
📌 How do collectors respond when their niche becomes trendy?
📌 Is it time to “zag” when others zig?
📌 And what the heck is “own appeal”?

It’s the perfect way to close out another longform Saturday night in the hobby.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Originally aired Saturday June 28, 2025

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Jeremy shares his multi-focused approach and personal player PCs (including Dale Hawerchuk and Teemu Selanne), while Josh Adams and Ben Burrows weigh in with their thoughts on pre-war baseball, set collecting, oddball regionals, and even hot dog juice!

Topics include:

• Focused vs. unfocused vs. multi-focused collecting

• Player PC risks: boredom, budget burn, team trades

• Vintage vs. modern player collecting

• Set collecting and being “a prisoner to the checklist”

• The beauty of “flight collecting”

• Regional oddballs, grails, and crossover value

• The collector–investor spectrum

Plus, the conversation starts to shift into SGC’s future under Collectors and whether their grading legacy is at risk.

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Jeremy is joined by Josh Adams (@midwestvintagecards) and, for the first time on Sports Cards Live, Theo from the Clemente Collector YouTube channel. Together they unpack the evolving meaning of the word “grail” — is it about price, scarcity, personal meaning, provenance, or all of the above? And can a grail be something you didn’t even know existed until the moment you found it?

Theo shares a moving story about acquiring a card once owned by Roberto Clemente himself, which became an instant grail for him — not because of dollar value, but because of what it represents. Jeremy reflects on the moment he acquired his own grail: the elusive 1914 Cracker Jack Joe Jackson, a card that wasn’t even on his radar until it suddenly became possible. Josh offers a balanced take on subjective vs. objective grails, pushing back against the “flipper culture” that throws the term around loosely.

This episode also previews major upcoming events like Hobby Palooza 2025 and a newly announced Vintage Trade Night at the National, and features great community insight from the live chat.

Whether you collect rare vintage, modern inserts, or player-specific PC grails — this one will speak to your collector soul.

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Brian shares the story of how a frustrating conversation at the 2022 National with a vague repack seller sparked the idea for Arena Club’s “Slab Packs,” and how Derek Jeter—yes, that Derek Jeter—became a co-founder. He opens up about the uphill battle to gain traction in a hobby dominated by legacy grading companies and entrenched marketplaces, and why transparency, technology, and trust are at the heart of Arena Club’s mission.

From his past successes with LegalZoom and The Honest Company to his vision for Arena Club as a true brand in the hobby, Brian explains why consistency, customer experience, and innovation will be the keys to long-term growth—and hints at what Arena Club may be launching next.

This is a must-listen for collectors, flippers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it really takes to build a hobby business in today’s environment.

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We go deeper, debating whether card values are really driven by rarity or aesthetics — or if it’s the combination of both. Chris questions the overemphasis on scarcity alone, while Jeremy argues that some rare cards just don’t look good — and that matters more than people admit. It’s an honest look at how collectors justify value and what might be missing from strictly data-driven models.

Topics covered:

• Young Guns post-season market shifts

• Market cap theory and card “value math”

• Social metrics (like IG followers) as price indicators

• Eye appeal vs. scarcity: which one actually moves a card?

• Can “hobby love” be quantified?

Whether you buy based on data, gut, or design — this conversation connects all the dots.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Originally aired Saturday June 21, 2025

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They explore the concept of “hobby love,” its role in perceived card value, and whether data can ever truly quantify what makes certain cards desirable. Chris dives into market cap theory, Jeremy proposes new hobby metrics, and Joe Poirot adds thoughtful nuance around awards and subjective impact.

Whether you're a data nerd, a gut collector, or somewhere in between, this discussion blends hard stats, hobby philosophy, and emerging tools to better understand card valuation in a modern market.

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The panel dives into the psychology behind paying up for a label, how investor-driven logic has reshaped grading expectations, and whether lower-grade cards with better eye appeal are getting overlooked. We revisit the philosophy of buy the card, not the slab, asking how often that advice is followed versus just repeated.

Other topics include how certain grading companies handle centering vs. surface, the “slippery slope” of overpaying for perfection, the difference between true scarcity and population scarcity, and the role of context when chasing high-grade copies of vintage or modern cards.

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Then the panel dives into a deep and at times philosophical conversation about quality vs. quantity in card collecting. What is “quality”? Is it about condition, value, scarcity, or personal meaning? What happens when your lower-grade card has better eye appeal than a higher-graded one? Joe, John, Jeremy, and Layton all weigh in with personal anecdotes, including collecting regrets, consolidation strategies, and how beauty in the hobby is truly in the eye of the beholder.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Originally aired Saturday June 21, 2025

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The discussion explores how collectors can reconnect with their collections, ways to reorganize and enjoy existing cards, and how the PSA minimum size policy and rough cut grading standards affect today’s hobby. We also touch on the failed sale of a $4M Honus Wagner beater and what it says about reserve pricing and market expectations.

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Is it deceptive? Is it aspirational? Or is it simply part of storytelling in the hobby?

Chris McRae, Chris McGill, Joe Poirot, and Jeremy Lee explore how collectors present their collections on social media, the tension between personal pride and public perception, and whether it really matters if a card shown off on Instagram is still in the owner's possession.

Along the way, the conversation hits on:

• Hobby culture and the psychology of social media

• The rise of the “flex post” and why transparency matters

• How context, intent, and authenticity shape collector trust

• Personal examples of cards posted long after they were sold

Whether you’ve posted a favorite card just for the memory or found yourself second-guessing someone else’s feed, this segment digs into how we represent our collections — and ourselves — in the modern hobby.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Originally aired Saturday June 14, 2025

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In Part 4 of Episode 271, the discussion turns to a familiar dilemma in the hobby: should you buy the card even if you’re not quite ready?

Jeremy, Joe, Chris McRae, and Chris McGill share real stories about pushing past budget limits, chasing grails, and the cards they still regret not buying. From megabidding strategies to auction sniping tactics, they explore how emotions and opportunity collide in high-stakes moments.

The conversation also touches on card funding services like Fund Your Cards — how they work, how they’re being used, and what they might mean for market values and card availability going forward.

If you've ever stretched to land a big card — or talked yourself out of one and regretted it later — this segment will feel all too familiar.

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Chris McRae kicks things off with his now-viral take — “The card over the slab, every time” — sparking a lively discussion with Chris McGill, Chris Hoge, Joe Poirot, and Jeremy Lee about:

• The psychology behind PSA 10 multipliers

• Why some collectors avoid paying for the plastic

• Whether grading is about condition, status… or something else entirely

• Eye appeal, authenticity, and “own appeal” as the collector’s counterpoint to pop reports

With insights into iconic cards like the ’80 Ricky Henderson, ’86 Fleer Jordan, and Griffey UD RC — and personal confessions about cracking slabs and chasing raw gems — this is a must-listen for anyone thinking critically about what they collect, and why.

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Jeremy Lee, Joe Poirot, and Leighton Sheldon all weigh in, not just on how to apply the method, but on the bigger question:
Are we collecting to reach goals… or for the journey itself?

From letting go of once-essential cards, to navigating shifting priorities, to discovering joy in collecting “types” or building card “flights,” this episode is packed with reflection, strategy, and hobby philosophy.

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What are your dealbreakers?

Sticker autos, non–game-used memorabilia, bad centering, paper loss, unlicensed cards — we explore what disqualifies a card from our collections… and when we’re willing to bend the rules.

Joe Poirot and Leighton Sheldon weigh in, the chat is buzzing, and Chris brings receipts: real cards from his PC that most collectors would pass on — but he bought anyway. This episode is all about defining your boundaries… and knowing when to ignore them.

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 31 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 31 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 31 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 31 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Saturday May 31 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 24 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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In Part 4 we go behind the scenes on Adam Gray’s new 25 in 25 project, aiming to identify the most iconic sports cards of the 21st century. Adam joins Jeremy, Joe, and Chris for a detailed walkthrough of the survey and its goals. From pop culture to popularity, from consensus to controversy, this conversation explores what truly makes a card “iconic” — and why it’s harder than it sounds.

Listeners get a full preview of the methodology behind the list, the challenges of crowd-sourcing the rankings, and how sports card history is being captured through community input. Get ready for passionate debate and thought-provoking insight.

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In part 3 of this weeks livestream, 15-year-old collector and content creator Aaron from Tropic Collects joins the show to share how he got into vintage basketball, how he advises other young collectors, and why he avoids breaking and wax. Ken wraps up his segment by reflecting on Aaron's impact, and the conversation dives deep into how today's youth engage with the hobby. Plus, Adam Gray joins to kick off the conversation about iconic cards of the modern era.

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In Part 2, Jeremy, Big Ken, and Joe explore how friendships and trust shape the sports card hobby more than profits ever could. They dive into the importance of evolving as a collector—whether that means staying in your lane or switching it up entirely. The conversation also tackles Caitlin Clark’s explosive rise in the card market and whether she transcends the WNBA. Then 15-year-old collector Aaron from Tropic Collects joins to share a fresh perspective on how young collectors engage with vintage, value, and what’s broken in the hobby’s pricing model. An insightful, cross-generational conversation that highlights where the hobby’s been—and where it’s going.

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In this thought-provoking episode, Jeremy welcomes Big Ken from the Sports Card Lessons podcast to dive into a collector’s dilemma: Would you rather own a player’s iconic card or attend their championship win in person? Jeremy, Ken, and co-host Joe Poirot explore how personal experience, value, and passion intersect when collecting. Plus, Jeremy shares details on his painful decision to auction off parts of his 1910-11 C55/C56 hockey sets to fund his Joe Jackson grail card. Other topics include vintage baseball pickups (Yogi Berra, Willie Mays), walking podcast habits, and a tease of an upcoming Upper Deck announcement.

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Ben Hossler shares his evolving collector journey, inspired by both his sports fandom and analytical mindset, while considering the unique appeal of collegiate cards. The conversation also explores the cultural relevance of early cards, questioning whether collegiate or even earlier ephemeral items might hold grail status.

The episode wraps up with reflections on the evolution of the hobby from set collecting to card chasing, sharing memories of iconic 90s chase cards and how those experiences shaped collecting preferences. The panel also discusses the challenges of balancing personal tastes with hobby trends and how the pursuit of unicorn cards can sometimes leave collectors unfulfilled.

Join Jeremy, Chris, Joe, and Ben for this insightful wrap-up, packed with nostalgia, collecting wisdom, and a lighthearted look at the intersection of data, passion, and strategy in the hobby.

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The conversation shifts to the idea of APEX collecting, where the goal is to narrow down from thousands of potential cards to a select few 'grail' items that represent the pinnacle of a collection. Chris McGill outlines the challenge of balancing passion, strategy, and financial prudence when pursuing the rarest of the rare. Joe Poirot adds insight into how collectors use their most significant cards as a foundation for branching out into other collecting areas.

This episode also touches on how engagement analytics could be a better measure than follower count when assessing an athlete's cultural relevance, while Ben reflects on his evolving journey as a collector. Plus, the panel discusses the balance between being an APEX collector versus a more general hobbyist.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 17 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Spinotron and Karvin Cheung weigh in on the comparison between the Ovechkin RPA and iconic basketball RPAs from LeBron and Kobe, discussing why the Ovechkin card holds a unique place among sports memorabilia. The episode also touches on how mainstream retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods are entering the sports card space, creating more exposure for the hobby.

The panel debates whether APEX collectors ever truly retire rare cards or if there’s always a price that could pry them away. Stephen’s unwavering stance on never selling the Ovechkin RPA gives a rare glimpse into the mindset of a dedicated high-end collector. Plus, Mikey Singer joins to preview the upcoming Montreal Expo and discusses the growing popularity of the show.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 17 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Spinotron discusses the global impact of the Asian collector community and how unique serial numbers, such as 8 of 8, influence the desirability of a card. The conversation also touches on the importance of game-used memorabilia in RPA cards, with Stephen explaining why the game-used Ovechkin RPA holds personal significance to him. Plus, the team debates whether Stephen’s high-profile purchase might set a new benchmark for hockey card values.

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 17 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Karvin Cheung, the creator of The Cup and Exquisite collections, adds insight into the design and historical relevance of the card, while Spinotron discusses the growing importance of rare serial numbers in the hobby.

We also touch on the recent news that Joe Jackson and Pete Rose are now Hall of Fame eligible, NHL and NBA playoff updates, and the release of the latest The Cup set featuring game-used Connor Bedard RPA patches. Tune in for a jam-packed episode that covers the biggest stories and thought-provoking discussions in the hobby!

Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 17 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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We also tackle thought-provoking topics like why rookie cards hold a special place in the hobby, how aesthetics and data influence our choices, and whether it’s better to have a focused collection or let your interests evolve naturally. From the debate over 84 Star Jordan vs. 86 Fleer Jordan to the unexpected passion for select die cuts, we explore how personal tastes shape what we collect.

Join us as we reflect on the fluid nature of our collections and discuss why it’s okay to evolve as collectors. Whether you follow your heart or your head, this episode will get you thinking about your own collecting journey.

Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live.

Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 10 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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We also dive into the unique challenges of running live shows, including balancing chat interactions, managing controversial guests, and the occasional regret over a spur-of-the-moment comment. As Chris McGill joins the conversation, we discuss the intricacies of livestream hosting and the balance between entertaining and staying genuine.

Join us as we unpack the psychology behind collecting, sharing stories of cards that unexpectedly became central to our collections and the mindset shifts that influence these choices. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, this episode will make you think about why you collect the way you do.

Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live.

Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 10 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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We also dive into the ongoing debate around breaking and whether it should be considered a form of gambling. Johnny offers his perspective on the entertainment value of breaks and how the landscape of live selling is evolving. Plus, we touch on the future of Mintink and its potential expansion as one of Canada’s leading hobby experience brands.

From navigating tariffs to discussing hobby expansion, this episode covers the real-world challenges and opportunities faced by Canadian card shops today.

Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live.

Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 10 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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In this episode of Sports Cards Live, we sit down with Leighton Sheldon and special guest Grant Phalen to explore one of the hobby’s most debated topics: unopened vintage packs. The conversation dives into the excitement, nostalgia, and controversy surrounding whether to break the seal or preserve the mystery. From tales of rare finds like the O-Pee-Chee Hockey cases to Grant’s stories of iconic unopened packs, the episode uncovers the collector's mindset and the passion behind preserving history.

We also discuss the cultural significance of keeping packs sealed versus the thrill of discovering the cards within, comparing it to fine wine – some collect, while others indulge. Plus, Johnny from Mintink joins later to share insights on the recent VeeFriends Topps Chrome release, shedding light on the hobby’s evolving landscape and the reception of non-sport card products.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to the world of vintage packs, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the age-old question: To open or not to open?

Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live.

Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 10 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Jeremy also reveals his latest card show find: a rare 1957 Topps hockey pack, part of OPC President Gary Koreen's collection. The episode covers the challenges of verifying unopened packs, the importance of authenticating by trusted experts like Steve Hart, and the niche community of wax pack collectors. Plus, a heartfelt tribute to Karvin Cheung's father Ko Cheung and the latest NHL and NBA playoff action.

Whether you're a fan of vintage cards, unopened wax, or collecting stories from the hobby's past, this episode is a must-listen!

Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live.

Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 11 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Guests:

Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect

Mikey Singer @SportCardExpo1

Josh Madigan @hockeycardsgongshow

Ben Hossler @rollinginsights

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday April 19 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

Proud to share that Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Guests:

Rich Klein @sabrgeek

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Dan Lynch @DansVintageBaseballPC

Mikey Singer @SportCardExpo1

Grant Paterson @gpsportscards

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday April5 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

Proud to share that Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Guests:

Matthew Rawker @1956toppsguy

Josh Adams @midwestvintagecards & @90sauctions

Ben Hossler @rollinginsights

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday March 29 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

Proud to share that Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a Gem Mint in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

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Guests:

Dr. Jim Beckett

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Tony Leebrick @southerncollector14

Brad Hartlin @psacanada

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday March 22 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

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Guests:

Bill Nay @eephuspitch

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Chris Sewall @collectorinvestordealer

Ben Hossler @rollinginsights

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday March 15 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a Gem Mint in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them. https://collectrea.com/

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out https://90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

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Guests:

Sean Cates @victoryinvestments

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Darryl Garner @doctorcollectible

Karvin Cheung, The Architect @karvin15

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday March 8 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a Gem Mint in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

If you'd like to sign up for Card Ladder, please consider using the SCL affiliate link: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=sportscardslive

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG: https://taggrading.com

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Guests:

Graig Miller @midlifecards

Matthew Rawker @1956toppsguy

Brian Wells @shipmycards

Paul Hickey @paulhickey @sportscardstrategy

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday March 1 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a Gem Mint in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

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Guests:

Victor Roman @true_rcs

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Mike Baker @mbadiamonds

Jeff Hart @patriot_sportscards

Ben Hossler @rollinginsights

Chris McGill @chris_hoj @cardladder

We're going freestyle tackling hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions, and call-ins! Josh Adams @midwestvintage and @90sauctions rides shotgun filling in for Joe Poirot! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday February 15 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a Gem Mint in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them. https://collectrea.com/

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SCL 2.0 EPISODE #257

Guests:

@mikepetty

Leighton Sheldon @justcollect

Laine Pearce @130point

Alex Pachan @sportscardstallion

@danthecardman

@cardladder 's @chris_hoj

Saturday February 8 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep! Sign up with my link here: https://app.slabsharks.com/sign-up/wqT0BIwCwB5CysLV

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a PSA 10 in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today.

If you're serious about sports cards, listen up! I’m excited to introduce you to Kronozio, the ultimate card inventory manager on the market. Imagine an inventory tool that does the heavy lifting for you with state-of-the-art AI auto-filling that's 90% accurate. And if you sell on eBay, you'll love their fully integrated connection that’s been a trusted part of the eBay community since 2017—millions of cards have already been listed and sold using Kronozio! Let’s be real: if your collection has less than 100 cards, you might get by with another system. But once you hit 1,000, 50,000, or even 250,000 cards, there’s simply no contest—Kronozio is the only option for serious collectors. So why settle for less? Elevate your collection management today. Get started now at https://kzlnk.co/sportscardslive!

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them. https://collectrea.com/

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out https://90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you'd like to sign up for Card Ladder, please consider using the SCL affiliate link: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=sportscardslive

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests:

@armyatc22 Alex Tressler

Alex Giaimo @alexgiaimo from Netflix

Ben Burrows from @cllctv

Dustin the @thesportscarddad

Ben Hossler from @rollinginsights

@cardladder 's @chris_hoj

We're going freestyle tackling hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions, and call-ins! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday February 2 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out and be your rep!

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Check out GP Sports Cards for a wide variety of Hockey Card Breaks located here on YouTube streaming every Wednesday and Friday. All New Products and Breaks can be found on their website https://gpsportscards.com and for all sealed products checkout there retail storefront Total Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Looking for a PSA 10 in sports stats? Rolling Insights delivers high-quality data for everyone. Businesses trust their DataFeeds to power their platforms with real-time stats, box scores, and player and team performance data. Fans and fantasy players rely on SportWise for instant access to performance data—so you can finally ditch those messy spreadsheets. Whether you’re running a business or just love the game, turn raw stats into a real advantage —visit https://Rolling-Insights.com today

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them. https://collectrea.com/

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out https://90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you'd like to sign up for Card Ladder, please consider using the SCL affiliate link: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=sportscardslive

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG: https://taggrading.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests:

@ratedrabbi David Spinrad

@waxpackhero Mike SOmmer

@CardLadder 's @KristinasPC

@JustCollect 's Leighton Sheldon

@thecurrencyproject Julian Lombardi

@cardladder 's @chris_hoj

We're going freestyle tackling hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions, and call-ins! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday January 25 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit https://sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit https://justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit https://fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form. Click here to bid on the weekly auction: https://fanaticscollect.pxf.io/6eO6dE

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please visit: https://www.mcsportscards.com/

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ https://www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them. https://collectrea.com/

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out https://90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you'd like to sign up for Card Ladder, please consider using the SCL affiliate link: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=sportscardslive

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG: https://taggrading.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 @TRIKESportsCards 

 @cajuncardboard 

 @CardLadder 's Chris HOJ

 @JustCollect 's Leighton Sheldon

Billy Celio from Upper Deck

We're going freestyle tackling hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions, and call-ins! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Saturday January 18 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit justcollect.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form.

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please email them at info@mcsportscards.com.

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them.

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out 90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG (taggrading.com)

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saturday January 11 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit justcollect.com.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form.

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please email them at info@mcsportscards.com.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit fundyourcards.com, check out their cutting-edge client platform and tell’em JLee sent you!

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them.

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out 90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG (taggrading.com)

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Burrows, CLLCT

Leighton Sheldon, Just Collect

Cage Lawyer

Gregg Kohn, Leaf

Eitan Le Cartel, Mintink

Chris McGill, Card Ladder

#sportscards #beckett #bedard #rickeyhenderson

SCL 2.0 EPISODE #252! We're going freestyle tackling hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions, and call-ins! Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz rides shotgun! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play.

Mintink's weekly $50 giveaway for mintink.ca will occur during the show too.

Saturday December 21 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit justcollect.com.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form.

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please email them at info@mcsportscards.com.

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit fundyourcards.com and tell’em JLee sent you!

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out.

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them.

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out 90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG (taggrading.com)

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mintink's weekly $50 giveaway for mintink.ca will occur during the show too.

Saturday December 14 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

#sportscards #thehobby #gretzky

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit justcollect.com.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form.

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please email them at info@mcsportscards.com.

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit fundyourcards.com and tell’em JLee sent you!

Mintink offers in person shopping 7 days a week at two Toronto Locations or shop online @ www.mintink.ca (Worldwide shipping)

If you'd like to consign your cards to Canada's Slab Sharks to sell on eBay.ca, please reach out to me at jeremy@slabsharks.com and I will help you out.

Be sure to check out REA Auctions tri-annual Catalog Auction and select Sports Cards Live as how you heard about them.

If you collect cards from the 90's or cards of players who played in the 90's, check out 90sauctions.com for a niche auction house that provides personalized customer service.

If you value transparent, consistent and accurate grading, please check out TAG (taggrading.com)

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leighton Sheldon of Just Collect and Vintage Breaks joins for the "Vintage Spotlight" segment!

Mintink's weekly $50 giveaway for mintink.ca will occur during the show too.

Saturday December 7 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST

#sportscards #thehobby #freestyle

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Please show some love to SCL sponsors and partners:

Visit sportcardexpo.com for info on all Expo events across Canada now in Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal and Quebec City.

If you've discovered a vintage collection and need help with valuation and selling, please reach out to Leighton Sheldon at Just Collect. Visit justcollect.com.

If you'd like to consign your cards to Fanatics Collect, please use referral code SCL when filling out your submission form.

If you'd like to consign your cards to MC Sports Cards to sell on eBay.com, please email them at info@mcsportscards.com.

If you like to enter group breaks, please check out SCL sponsor Filthbomb Breaks. Visit filthbombbreaks.com and follow them on Fanatics Live.

If you need help getting into a grail for your collection, Fund Your Cards can help you finance the purchase with your own cards. Visit fundyourcards.com and tell’em JLee sent you!