
Sports Card Lessons Podcast
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Lessons learned - 4 years of prospecting
This episode I talk about prospecting strategies and utilizing the same information I use for fantasy sports. I also warn of mistakes I've made and what I've done to not repeat those same mistakes. S4E33
Getting re-energized in the hobby
This episode I talk about getting past some hobby fatigue and having a big week in the hobby that ended with me acquiring a CJ Stroud Kaboom S4E32
Hofstra sports card show recap
This episode I recap the Hosfstra sports card show not being what it once was and returning to pre-pandemic form . I also share show stories and pickups. S4E31
Adjusting dealer strategies for today's card market
This episode I bring back Brad @outlaws_sports_cards to talk about the current state of the sports card hobby and what adjustments we are making to keep up with the current card market. S4E30
Deals gone bad
This episode I talk about deals that went bad, A recap of the 413 Card show, and I talk about some frustrations I faced this weekend in the hobby. S4E29
PSA 10 or Bust
This episode I dive into pricing on rookie QB's comparing pricing on PSA 9 cards that are worth less than raw cards and why it makes sense for cards graded 8 or 9 to crack and sell raw. S4E28
Stay in your lane
This episode I talk about why staying in your hobby lane is more rewarding and how it will lead to a better hobby experience regardless of how you hobby. S4E27
Now is the time - Liquidating Baseball
This episode I discuss my plan to liquidate all my baseball and reinvest the money into football. S4E26
Buyer beware with retail wax
This episode I talk about the terrible ROI on retail wax and the lack of quality control. S4E25
State of the hobby pop culture and more with Jeff @jeffs_cards
This episode I bring on Jeff @jeffs_cards, we talk about his hobby journey, his love for comics and pop culture cards, and the current state of the hobby. S4E24
Now's the time to buy football
This episode I talk about why I'm all in on buying football this time of year and even willing to be at or above comps on certain players. I also recap 3 shows in 3 days. S4E23
Recapping Nashville & Chicago w/Chris @blanketcardcollector
This episode I bring back friend of the show Chris @blanketcardcollector to recap the Nashville & Chicago card shows. S4E22
Dealing with dealers
This episode I recap 2 weekend shows and talk about some experiences dealing with dealers that shouldn't be dealers..
Another hobby dead zone
This episode I talk about another hobby dead zone, that period of time from after the super bowl to early April. I also recap a trip to the Mt Kisco NY card show. S4E18
No Consistency with PSA Grading
This episode I talk about receiving my PSA orders with no consistency in the final grades. I also discuss my upcoming plans with these graded cards and shows I've booked so far. S4E18
Prospecting with a purpose
This episode I discuss my past prospecting failures and what tools I currently use to make better decisions on who to prospect. S4E17
Jackpot!! Selling out at the East Coast Collectibles Convention
This episode I recap East Coast Collectibles Convention at the Mohegan Sun Casino S4E16
Good Money - Dead Money & Market Timing
This episode I talk about making a hobby plan that fits your needs and budget. Buying at the right time, selling at the right time and only tying up money you can afford to be without. S4E15
Adapting in the hobby & making it legit
This episode I bring on Chris a financial planner and a dealer in the hobby. He talks about adapting in the hobby, financial literacy, and making the hobby legit. S4E14
Being active in the hobby creates hobby success
Garden State show recap. Benefits of being active in the hobby and your hobby community.. S4E13
Does traveling to shows make "cents"?
This episode is a collaboration with Craig & Carmine from Crosstown Cardboard Podcast. We each discuss if it makes "cents" to travel to shows and setup as dealers. S4E12
State of the hobby - from the dealers POV
This episode I bring back Brad @outlaws_sports_cards to discuss the current state of the hobby and how we are seeing it here in the Northeast setting up as dealers and buying inventory to grade and sell. S4E11
What's going on with football prices?
This episode I talk about odd spikes in certain football players at the wrong time of the season..
Culture Collision 2024 recap
This episode I recap the 2024 Culture Collision show in Atlanta GA. I talk about the show, some deals, and new pickups.. S4E9
The challenges of hobby transitions
This episode I discuss challenges good and bad transitioning focus in the hobby. I also talk about preparing for Culture Collision in Atlanta GA this weekend S4E8
3 Very different shows in 3 days
This episode I recap 3 shows in 3 days and had very different experiences at all 3. S4E7
Talking all things hobby with Jon @basketballcardguy
This episode I bring on friend of the show Jon @basketballcardguy to talk about what he's been up to in the hobby and some new and exciting things we can look forward to in the hobby and at the 2024 National S4E6
Tighter Margins 2 shows in 2 days
This episode I recap setting up as a dealer in Secaucus NJ. and walking a show in Orange CT. S4E5
Valuable hobby lessons learned
This episode I reflect on some really good and bad hobby lessons learned that enabled me to be more successful in the hobby. S4E4
Prizm Hobby not worth the money & I recap a Trip to a local show
This episode I talk about my thoughts on Prizm hobby being a waist of money.. I also recap a trip to a local show. S4E3
Looking forward to 2024
This episode I bring back friend of the show Brad @outlaws_sports_cards to close out 2023 and a look ahead to 2024. S4E2
What Players I'm prospecting and why
This episode as promised I talk about the 3 QB's I'm prospecting in 2024 and why. S4E1
Are we starting to see a thinning of the hobby herd?
This episode I discuss a possible thinning of the hobby herd. I also revisit a couple stories from last episode. S3E50
Making plans & Setting goals
This episode I talk about how busy December is for me planning out next years shows, I also discuss the importance of setting hobby goals each year. S3E49
Buying for the NFL playoffs
This episode I talk about which NFL players I'm buying now to sell during the playoffs and who I'm staying away from and why. S3E48
Mascot app and everything you need to know with Ezra Levine CEO
This episode I talk with Ezra Levine CEO of Mascot. We talk about what this app can do and how it will change the way we buy and sell collectibles. S3E47
Hofstra recap & What makes a great show
This episode I bring back Brad @outlaws_sports_cards to recap the Hofstra show and discuss what makes a great show.. S3E46
Riding the hobby wave
This episode I talk about riding a hobby wave of acquiring great cards, making great deals at great prices.. S3E45
A Busy week in the hobby
This episode I talk about SGC & PSA orders, mail days, and attending a local show. S3E44
Rinse and Repeat for 2024
This episode I look back at 1 year ago and find similarities with the hobby.. I plan on using my 2023 plan in 2024 and hope for the same or greater success S3E43
Hobby Positives & Tarrytown show recap
This episode I talk about a hobby connection I make with someone from Australia and I recap the Tarrytown Card Show S3E42
Card Show-Magedin Recap
This episode I have on friend of the show Jordan @zipscards who traveled with me to setup at Gillette Stadium CardVault Show & walk the Mohegan Sun EC3 card show to recap both shows. S3E41
You Can't fight PSA
This episode I discuss a losing fight with PSA over a Trinity Rodman card. Also discuss getting ready for Card-Show-Mageddon weekend in the North East S3E40
Staying active in today's market
This episode I talk about including hobby activities when traveling and break down a deal made at the Mt Kisco Card Show. S3E39
G.O.A.T.'s & POP counts
This episode another collaboration with Rob sports card therapist. We discuss starting to look at retired GOAT's to add to our PC while the market continues to slide and we compare pop counts for some of those cards. S3E38
2 Shows in 2 days
This episode I recap my show experiences at the Shriner's show in Wilmington Ma. and the Sports Card Show in Enfield CT. S3E37
Preparing for the Shriner's card show
This episode I talk about my strategy going to the Greater Boston Sports Card show AKA Shriner's. How I'm getting prepared and what the game plan is for this big show. S3E36
A great day in the hobby
This episode I talk about a great day in the hobby that included; acquiring a top 3 PC card, I was given a hockey card collection, and gifted tickets to a Chiefs vs. Pats game I also talk about a trip to a local card show S3E35
Hobby Talk with Rob & Big Ken
This episode a collaboration with Rob Sports Card Therapist S3E34
Buyers Market with Brad @outlaws_sports_cards
This episode I bring back friend of the show Brad @outlaws_sports_cards. We discuss the hobby and mental health & being in a buyers market. S3E33