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June 17, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.181 Non-Sport Collecting and What's a rookie?

We've seen an increase in Non-Sports collectors, interest and values in recent years. Count yours truly in that mix, I share why I joined the community and what I'm trying to do with that side of the hobby. Also: *New Product...

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June 14, 2024

Ep.288 w/ Ray Schulte/Collectible Media Part II

Ray Schulte returns to talk NSCC, Cleveland and the hobby! Part II of our conversation. Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www.sportscardnationpo... .com https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... To eliminate pre & post-roll...

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June 10, 2024

Card Mensches E40 "Who did it?"

Everyone likes a good mystery...on today's episode we share some personal stories but do not say who did it, we let the chat room guess and you the listener before revealing who actually did it. Was a fun episode! "Card Mensc...

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June 7, 2024

Ep.287 w/ Ray Schulte of Collectible Media/NSCC

Always excited to talk to Ray Schulte. Firstly because he's a great guy and secondly because it usually means the National is around the corner. We talk NSCC, Cleveland and the hobby! Follow us on Social Media: Website: http...

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June 3, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.180 Top 10 Reasons I Love Hobby Podcasting

I try not to take my blessings for granted. So in the style of David Letterman I do my Top Ten reasons I love to podcast about the hobby. It was fun. I hope you enjoy this quick episode. Also: *New Product Release Schedule *...

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May 31, 2024

Ep.286 w/Steve Wiegand/Author Part II

Author Steve Wiegand returns for the conclusion of our two part interview. He's written an incredible book about the late major leaguer Danny O'Connell who's stats don't jump off the page but his personality does, the book i...

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May 27, 2024

Card Mensches E39 Our All-Time favorite card from every AL team

Fun episode where we each pick our favorite All-Time card from each American League team. A few may surprise you. "Card Mensches" Brought to you by SGC & Stadium Insurance . A new format for Sports Talk and Sports Cards!" Jo...

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May 24, 2024

Ep.285 w/ Steve Wiegand-Author "The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell

Author Steve Wiegand is our guest today. He's written an incredible book about the late major leaguer Danny O'Connell who's stats don't jump off the page but his personality does, the book intertwines great behind the scenes...

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May 20, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.179 Alteration Thoughts/Grading Tips

I often get asked my thoughts on card alteration/restoration and also tips on grading so I put those topics and thoughts together on this episode. Also: *New Product Release Schedule *Hobby News Follow us on Social Media: Web...

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May 17, 2024

Ep.284 w/ Adam Gellman/Sports Cards Uncensored Part II

Sports Card Uncensored's Adam Gellman returns for the second part of our conversation. Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www.sportscardnationpo... .com https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... To eliminate pre & post-roll ...

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May 13, 2024

Card Mensches E38 The Chat Room Episode

Fun episode where we compare two position players and pick which one has better cards or something along those lines. "Card Mensches" Brought to you by SGC & Stadium Insurance . A new format for Sports Talk and Sports Cards!...

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May 10, 2024

Ep.283 w/ Adam Gellman of Sports Card Uncensored

Sports Card Uncensored's Adam Gellman is our guest. Topics: *Collecting Minnesota's superstars *Transitioning into Wrestling fulltime *Wrestling Card market Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www.sportscardnationpo.....

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May 6, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.178 My Baltimore Trip Review

I used my week off from school to visit my Very good friend and Mensch partner Danny Black in Baltimore and enjoy numerous activities which I'll talk about during this episode. Also: *New Product Release Schedule *Hobby News ...

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May 3, 2024

Ep.282 w/ Ray Fonio Pt.2 "Baseball Card Hall of Fame-The Candidates"

Ray Fonio of the Baseball Card Hall of Fame is back as we go over the 40 candidate cards for the 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame class. 10 get in. Get out and vote. You have until 5/13 Follow us on Social Media: Website: https:/...

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April 29, 2024

Card Mensches E37 "Live from Baltimore"

John's in Baltimore and this episode comes to you from Danny's living room. We cover a wide range of topics and have a few laughs as well. High five!! Yeah we talk about that too! "Card Mensches" Brought to you by SGC & Sta...

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April 26, 2024

Ep.281 w/ Ray Fonio of the Baseball Card Hall of Fame

It's that time of year again and Ray Fonio of the Baseball Card Hall of Fame joins us to let us know what it is, how it works and how cards get inducted. Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www.sportscardnationpo... ....

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April 22, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.177 LOTH: Barry Halper

We return to our "Legends of the Hobby" series again. This time we cover hobby mover and shaker Barry Halper, who had arguably one of the Hobby's greatest collectors. Also: *New Product Release Schedule *Hobby News Follow us...

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April 19, 2024

Ep.280 w/ Marc Mader "Rise of Ticket collecting"

Ticket Collecting has rose in popularity in recent times and on this episode we have one of the leaders in that space Marc Mader to share some insights in the niche. Talking points: *What he collects & how it all started. *Wh...

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April 15, 2024

Card Mensches E36 Buying & Selling Platforms

Where do you buy and sell your cards? The guys talk about the options we all have. "Card Mensches" Brought to you by SGC & Stadium Insurance . A new format for Sports Talk and Sports Cards!" Join us live every other Friday f...

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April 12, 2024

Ep.279 w/ Dan Lorber of Stadium Insurance "How to protect your collec…

If you own, ship or receive cards/collectibles, protecting your inventory shouldn't be optional. Dan Lorber of Stadium Insurance gives us the 411. Talking points: *What he collects *Why he launched Stadium Insurance *What's ...

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April 8, 2024

Hobby Quick Hits Ep.176 2024 MLB Preview Show

The MLB season is upon us and it's time for our annual preview show. Who makes the playoffs, who taking down the cherished awards including rookies of the year. Remember what happens on the field effects what happens to the ...

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April 5, 2024

Ep.278 w/ Steve Sousa of Slab Museum

Steve Sousa has created one of the Hobby's best new products, we discuss that, what's coming and what he collects. Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www.sportscardnationpo... .com https://linktr.ee/Sportscardna... B...

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April 1, 2024

Card Mensches E35 Hobby Mount Rushmores w/ Dr.James Beckett

We have a special guest mensch today! Dr.James Beckett joins us as we share who should be on our personal Mount Rushmores. "Card Mensches" Brought to you by SGC & Stadium Insurance . A new format for Sports Talk and Sports C...

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March 29, 2024

Ep.277 w/ Evan Parker of Mantel

Evan Parker comes over from The Athletic to bring his expertise to the new hobby community Mantel hoping it to be a game changer, we discuss this and chop up some hobby as well. Follow us on Social Media: Website: https://www...

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