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Welcome to the Stacking Slabs, a podcast for sports cards collectors. There's been a tremendous amount of change to our Hobby over the last few years and the one constant has been the passion from the collecting community. Stacking Slabs is built by the collector and lives to tell stories for the collector.
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- Today1h 12m
The WNBA Card Podcast: Connecticut Sun Team Collecting, Family Memories, and the End of an Era with Steve (showley2003)
The Connecticut Sun are entering their final season.For many fans, that means more than a franchise relocation. It means the end of routines, memories, and connections built over decades.In this episode, Katelyn sits down with Steve (@showley2003), a lifelong basketball fan and dedicated Connecticut Sun collector, to explore what made the Sun unique and why this season carries so much emotion.They discuss: How a trip to a Sun game with his daughter changed his collecting life Why team collecting creates a different kind of connection The role accessibility plays in building WNBA fandom Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner, Jonquel Jones, and the players who defined the franchise The history of the Connecticut Sun and their tribal ownership How collectors navigate the loss of a team they love What the future of WNBA fandom in New England might look like This conversation is about more than cards.It's about the people, memories, and experiences that make collecting matter.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card PodcastFollow the WNBA Card Podcast on Instagram Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- Yesterday48 min
Passion to Profession: Why Bryan (@thzsportscards) Bet on Wrestling Cards
What does it take to build a sustainable card business in a market that is still finding its footing?This week on Passion to Profession, Brett sits down with Bryan from THZ Sports Cards to discuss his path from high-end NBA cards to becoming one of the most recognizable wrestling card dealers in the hobby.Bryan shares how years of buying, selling, and building relationships helped him uncover opportunities that most collectors never see. The conversation explores sourcing rare cards, navigating shows, prospecting WWE talent, building trust with collectors, and why patience remains one of the most important skills in the hobby.They also discuss: Why Bryan moved away from high-end NBA cards The appeal of the WWE card market Oba Femi, Sol Ruca, Zaria, and the next generation of talent How super collectors shape the wrestling card community Why eBay remains the best marketplace for high-end wrestling cards Mistakes collectors make when selling big cards The importance of relationships when buying and selling If you've ever thought about turning your hobby knowledge into a business, this conversation offers a practical look at what it takes to make it work.Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeA special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 2 days ago25 min
Hobby Jobs: Your Reputation Is Your Resume in the Sports Cards Industry
Most people think opportunity in the hobby comes from knowledge.Know the player.Know the card.Know the market.Those things matter.But as the sports card industry becomes more sophisticated, another asset is becoming more valuable than ever: trust.In this episode of Hobby Jobs, Brett explores why reputation has become one of the most important forms of leverage in the hobby. From eBay authentication to Veriswap's focus on secure trading, the industry's biggest companies are investing in trust infrastructure because trust drives transactions.Brett breaks down the three ledgers that shape your reputation, why attention and trust are not the same thing, and how the best operators build careers through accumulated proof rather than short-term visibility.The episode also examines what current job openings at Sotheby's, Veriswap, CardCollector2, and Collectors reveal about where the hobby is headed and why the future belongs to people who can translate collector behavior into business value.If you're building a business, pursuing a career in the hobby, or looking for your next opportunity, this episode is for you. Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 3 days ago1h 30m
Booked to Last: Are Wrestling Cards Really Growing? Plus Cosmic Chrome, WrestleMania Patch Autos, and the Cards Everyone Is Missing
Ryan is out this week, so Brett steps into the co-host seat alongside Adam Gellman for a wide-ranging conversation on the current state of wrestling cards. Based on the episode transcript. The guys break down WWE's King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, Oba Femi's momentum, the global appeal of WWE, and why international fandom has not fully translated to wrestling card collecting yet.On the card side, they discuss Cosmic Chrome, the early reaction to the Planet chase cards, AJ Lee's return to autograph products, and what the market is telling us about new releases.They also tackle bigger hobby questions: Are wrestling cards truly growing, or are the same cards changing hands? Does locking big cards into collections make the market stronger or more unpredictable? Why do so many collectors relist 1/1s at 2-3x the price? Are great cards always liquid cards? What opportunities are being missed while everyone chases the newest release? Plus thoughts on the Jey Uso WrestleMania Patch Auto auction, major recent sales, Wrestling Card Takeover at The National, and why relationships remain the most valuable asset in the hobby.RSVP for Wrestling Card Takeover at The National on July 31Check out RbiCru7 for all your wrestling and sports card needs!Join Adam's Main Event Wrestling Cards group for freeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonFollow Ryan: | Instagram | Website | YouTubeFollow Adam: | X | InstagramFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 4 days ago1h 33m
The Football Card Podcast #51: When Collectors Stop Waiting for Perfect Copies
At some point, every serious collector learns the same lesson:You can wait for the perfect copy.Or you can own the card.This week, Pack and Brett discuss how scarcity changes collecting decisions.When a card only surfaces once every few years, grades start to matter less and ownership starts to matter more.The conversation spans: Rare cards versus perfect grades The psychology of chasing low-pop football cards Why some cards never stay available for long Market observations from the Midwest Monster Black Finite sales and football card demand Andre Johnson versus Calvin Johnson Tom Brady's market strength Madden nostalgia and football culture The longer you collect, the more you realize that some opportunities don't come around twice.I would lean toward the first title. It has a story built into it and connects directly to the Frank Gore moment, which is the most memorable moment in the episode.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking SlabsFollow The Football Card Podcast on Instagram for memes and stuff.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonSign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 5 days ago35 min
The Double BIN Smash: What Instant Buys Reveal About Your Collection
A Monday morning workout turned into one of the most memorable collecting moments Brett has experienced in years.While checking his saved eBay searches from the treadmill, he stumbled across two cards he had never seen before: a 2015 Prizm Frank Gore Gold Vinyl 1/1 and a 2015 Prizm Frank Gore Gold /10. He didn't check comps. He didn't open Card Ladder. He didn't negotiate. He hit Buy It Now.Twice.But this episode isn't really about Frank Gore.It's about what happens when a card stops being a card and becomes part of a collector's identity.Brett explores why some cards create instant clarity while others sit on watchlists for months. He examines collector psychology, psychological ownership, scarcity, regret, identity, and the invisible work that happens long before a purchase is made.What looks impulsive from the outside is often the result of years of research, focus, and commitment to a collecting lane.The cards collectors never hesitate on might reveal more about who they are than the cards they spend months debating.Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeGet your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeStart your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 6 days ago31 min
Private Market Confidence: How to Be Ready When the Grail Appears
Last week's conversation with Drake (@drakes_pc) sparked a bigger question:What separates collectors who land grails from those who miss them?In this episode, Brett explores the mindset and systems behind successful private market collecting.Topics include: Why patience and urgency are not opposites Building a readiness stack before opportunities appear How to think about premiums in private deals The dangers of anchoring and the winner's curse Why liquidity matters more than most collectors admit How to become a trusted buyer in your category Turning transactions into long-term relationships Preparing for The National and summer show season The private market rewards preparation.Don't wait until the grail appears to become the collector capable of landing it.Check out the awesome software that InfernoRed Technology can build for you.Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeGet your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeStart your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- 1 weeks ago1h 15m
The WNBA Card Podcast: Indiana Fever Through the Eyes of a Team Collector with Mitch (@almanacsportscards)
For Episode 3 of the Team Collector Series, Katelyn sits down with Mitch (@almanacsportscards), a lifelong Indiana Fever fan and one of the hobby's most dedicated collectors of Tamika Catchings and Katie Douglas.Mitch shares what it was like growing up with basketball in Indiana, how the Fever became a centerpiece of his collecting journey, and why community remains the foundation of WNBA fandom.The conversation explores: Building a collection around a team and its legends Why Tamika Catchings remains one of the hobby's most overlooked players The evolution of Fever collecting before and after Caitlin Clark How collectors can find focus in an era of endless releases The role community plays in the WNBA card hobby Mitch's personal grail and the story behind acquiring it If you've ever wondered what it means to build a collection around loyalty, history, and connection to a franchise, this episode is for you.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card PodcastFollow the WNBA Card Podcast on Instagram Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
About Stacking Slabs
Welcome to the Stacking Slabs, a podcast for sports cards collectors. There's been a tremendous amount of change to our Hobby over the last few years and the one constant has been the passion from the collecting community. Stacking Slabs is built by the collector and lives to tell stories for the collector.
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