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Collectors Narrating Deals on Instagram is Content I'm Here For
In this episode Brett talks about 3 separate collector driven events that went down on Instagram this past week that gives him confidence in content in the Hobby and s...
The Power of Collecting and Owning a Specific Lane in the Hobby with John Hedges (@hedges.cards)
In this episode Brett talks with modern basketball collector John Hedges (@hedges.cards) about the power of zeroing in on a specific product, card aesthetics, and the ...
Did You Pack Your Collector Compass for Your Next Buy?
In this episode Brett talks about the importance he has found with having direction around his collection. He shares what he means by having a "Collector Compass" and ...
Unbridled Passion for a Specific Set and Going All-In with Jason Anderson (@gintergoldfever)
In this episode Brett talks with collector Jason Anderson (@gintergoldfever) about his passion for 2006 Topps Allen & Ginter. Jason discusses why he connection with th...
Finding Your Golden Triangle of Collecting
In this episode Brett talks about his golden triangle of collecting and the process he went through to reach it. He continues to explore the question for why we collec...
A Behind the Scenes Conversation with Ryan Hoge, President at PSA
In this episode Brett has a discussion with Ryan Hoge, new President at PSA about his background, vision setting for the company, and his collecting journey. They dive...
Scratching the Itch and Buying Some Damn Sports Cards
In this episode Brett talks about setting his Hobby goals, kicking off the year buying a lot of cards, and the fun of diving into set collecting. The back half of the ...
Shrinking the Hobby Sea and Creating Niche Platforms with Josh Adams (@midwestvintagecards)
In this episode Brett talks with Josh Adams (@midwestvintagecards) about the launch of 90s Auctions and the reason behind it. They discuss the benefits of creating nic...
Welcome to the New Year Sports Card Collectors
In this episode Brett talks about structuring his Hobby experience, shares a personal story related to collecting, and discusses thoughts on the importance of segmenta...
Pushing for More Collector Content and Hosting Showcases with Mike Evans (@joemontana16collector)
In this episode Brett chats with Mike Evans (@joemontana16collector) about the importance of collector content and why he's on a mission to host a collector showcase e...
10 Collector Wishes for 2023 and How We Make Them Happen
In this episode Brett discusses the 10 things he'd like to see more of from collectors in 2023. He reflects on the holiday season and shares some of his recent pick ups.
A Couple of Brothers Talking Sports Cards Around the Holidays with Kyle McGrath (@mcgrathcards)
In this episode Brett brings back on his brother Kyle McGrath (@mcgrathcards) for an annual tradition of talking cards right before the holidays. Kyle discusses his ye...
Less Noise and More Passion: Establishing the Collector in 2022 and Beyond
In this episode Brett discusses observations he made this year and how they made more room for the collector. He talks about why education matters more than ever befor...
The Role of the LCS in the Hobby in 2023 and Beyond with Andy Albert from Indy Card Exchange (@ballcardxchange)
In this episode Brett talks with Andy Albert, Owner at Indy Card Exchange (@ballcardxchange) about the importance of the Hobby shop moving into 2023. They dig into the...
The Value of the Hobby Shop Right Now and Beyond
In this episode Brett recaps his conversation with Joey (@the.e.trader) from last week, shares why Hobby Shops matter more now than ever before, and shares a reminder ...
Buying the Cards That You Need with the Fewest Barriers Possible with Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader)
Brett brings back Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader) to discuss his process for buying big cards and eliminating barriers along the way. He discusses tactics like building ...
The Balancing Act Between Patience and Reactionary Buying of Sports Cards
In this episode Brett takes a question that he received from a listener (@benxcrunner1) around the balancing act between being patient for a personal grail and reactio...
Exploring Why We Collect with Nate (@incardboardveritas)
In this episode Brett talks with Nate (@incardboardveritas) about the reason for why he collects. Nate is primarily a vintage collector. They discuss how cards has bee...
Leaning into a High Volume of Activities and Landing the Cards that We Want
In this episode Brett breaks down different types of activity that align with collecting and discusses how putting in the work and turn up the cards of our dreams. Bre...
Why It's Ok to Put a Jokic Gold Prizm RC in a Binder with Ryan Conner (@mindcycle_cards)
It this episode Brett talks with Ryan Conner (@mindcycle_cards) about his team collecting of the Denver Nuggets. They discuss where the passion comes from and why it's...
Mainstream Auction Exhaustion and Finding Focus In Our PC
On this episode Brett talks about auction exhaustion and how it's easy to get distracted by all the narratives that get spun up after a mainstream auction closes . Bre...
How to Keep Collecting When You Get Priced Out of Your Primary PC with Caleb Peterson (@powerwh33ls)
In this episode Brett chats with Caleb (@powerwh33ls) about the moves he made when the Tom Brady market when parabolic. He shares why he started collecting rare parall...
The Power of Experience and Intention with Collecting
In this episode Brett shares the importance of experience with collecting. He explores how experience can help drive the intention behind the purchases that we make as...
The Role of Content to Enhance the Hobby Experience with Rob Girard (@sportscardtherapist)
In this episode Brett chats with fellow podcaster Rob Girard (@sportscardtherapist) about the role content can play to enhance the Hobby experience. They discuss inten...
Collector Content is Blooming in the Hobby
In this episode Brett shares his observations on the growth of collector content in the Hobby. He shares how great content can help inspire growth and retention.
How the Jerry Rice Green PMG Sale Validates the Strength of the Collecting Community with Chris McGill of Card Ladder
In this episode Brett chats with regular guest Chris McGill of Card Ladder about why the Jerry Rice Green PMG sale matters to the collecting community. They discuss th...
Compelling Events That Go Down with Active Players and the Impact on Your PC
In this episode Brett talks about compelling events that happen with active players and how that impacts the PC that you are building. He discusses the recent changes ...
Getting Swept Away in 90s Basketball Nostalgia with Jake Roy (@90s_bball_cards)
In this episode Brett brings Jake Roy (@90s_bball_cards) back on the show to discuss how to get started collecting 90s basketball cards. Jake shares some of his favori...
The Maturation of the Modern Day Collector
In this episode Brett tackles the phases that we go through to become modern day collectors. He shares his framework and identifies the importance of the role of the c...
Building In-Person Collector Connections and Leveling Up with Austin Carlson (@carlson_cards)
In this episode Brett chats with Austin Carlson (@carlson_cards) about his introduction into the Hobby and why setting up at card shows has helped him level up.