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Sports Card Lessons Podcast

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

May 2, 202439 min

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

Apr 28, 202435 min

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

Apr 22, 202435 min

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

Apr 18, 20241h 5m

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

Apr 15, 202448 min

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

Apr 10, 202435 min

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

Apr 7, 202424 min

Now is the time - Liquidating Baseball

This episode I discuss my plan to liquidate all my baseball and reinvest the money into football. S4E26

Apr 4, 202428 min

Buyer beware with retail wax

This episode I talk about the terrible ROI on retail wax and the lack of quality control. S4E25

Mar 31, 202429 min

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

Mar 28, 20241h 8m

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

Mar 25, 202440 min

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

Mar 20, 20241h 2m

Dealing with dealers

This episode I recap 2 weekend shows and talk about some experiences dealing with dealers that shouldn't be dealers..

Mar 17, 202435 min

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

Mar 10, 202433 min

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

Mar 6, 202428 min

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

Feb 29, 202429 min

Jackpot!! Selling out at the East Coast Collectibles Convention

This episode I recap East Coast Collectibles Convention at the Mohegan Sun Casino S4E16

Feb 26, 202432 min

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

Feb 22, 202439 min

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

Feb 14, 202459 min

Being active in the hobby creates hobby success

Garden State show recap. Benefits of being active in the hobby and your hobby community.. S4E13

Feb 11, 202428 min

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

Feb 7, 20241h 18m

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

Feb 4, 20241h 9m

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..

Feb 2, 202432 min

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

Jan 29, 202450 min

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

Jan 25, 202439 min

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

Jan 21, 202443 min

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

Jan 18, 20241h 19m

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

Jan 14, 202440 min

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

Jan 10, 202430 min

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

Jan 7, 202433 min

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

Jan 4, 20241h 13m

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

Dec 31, 202331 min

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

Dec 27, 202333 min

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

Dec 21, 202333 min

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

Dec 18, 202333 min

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

Dec 14, 202350 min

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

Dec 12, 20231h 2m

Riding the hobby wave

This episode I talk about riding a hobby wave of acquiring great cards, making great deals at great prices.. S3E45

Dec 7, 202329 min

A Busy week in the hobby

This episode I talk about SGC & PSA orders, mail days, and attending a local show. S3E44

Dec 3, 202327 min

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

Nov 30, 202326 min

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

Nov 26, 202329 min

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

Nov 20, 20231h 5m

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

Nov 16, 202321 min

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

Nov 12, 202332 min

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

Nov 8, 202340 min

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

Nov 5, 202332 min

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

Nov 2, 202330 min

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

Oct 29, 202320 min

Hobby Talk with Rob & Big Ken

This episode a collaboration with Rob Sports Card Therapist S3E34

Oct 26, 202349 min

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

Oct 22, 20231h 4m