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Cards on Blast

Cards On Blast is hosted by lifelong friends JT & The Bird, who have shared over 32 years of friendship and a passion for collecting. Each episode, they dive into the world of sports cards, ripping packs, analyzing prices, and uncovering the rich history behind the hobby. But more than just cards, it’s about sports, stories, and the banter of two friends who love to talk. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, new 30-minute episodes drop regularly—so don’t miss out!

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Episode 26 - The Themeless Episode

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2025/10/29

🔥 HOBBY HEADLINES: The historic, uncut 1951 Bowman Sheet featuring the Mickey Mantle rookie card hits auction—it's a "sports collecting unicorn"! Plus, Topps launches its new Fanatics Exclusive Value Boxes for the 2025-26 NBA season, giving collectors a budget-friendly shot at big autographs from stars like Wemby and Curry.🚨 RELEASE NEWS: We look at this week's drops (Upper Deck Premier Hockey, Bowman Chrome U Football, Panini Absolute Football) and reveal a major date shift: the 2025/26 Topps

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Episode 25 - The Happiest Cards On Earth

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2025/10/23

From Lorcana’s runaway success to Topps Chrome Disney autographs, the magic of Disney collectibles is heating up the hobby! This week, we dive deep into the multi-generational appeal of Disney trading cards and the massive market they’ve created.We’ll break down the story behind Lorcana, the trading card game from Ravensburger that has sold over a billion cardsand become a key revenue driver for the company. We track the price history from The First Chapter through Reign of Jafar and debate whether

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Episode 24 - Parallel Universe

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2025/10/16

🎧 Episode 24 – Parallel Universe: Have Parallels Gone Too Far?The hobby’s rainbow has never been brighter — or more crowded. In this episode of Cards On Blast, JT and The Bird explore the ever-expanding world of parallels and ask the big question: have card companies pushed it too far? From Panini’s 80+ color variations to Topps’ glittering holiday releases, the guys break down the rise of parallels over the past decade and what it means for collectors today.Plus, they unpack the latest Hobby

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Episode 23 – “Cards Blasting Off”

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2025/10/11

Topps NBA Returns & $7K Flawless BreaksThis week on the show: JT & The Bird rant about collector headaches and celebrate a monumental return!The Hot Topics:Prizm Parallel Madness: We dive into the frustration of card over-saturation, slamming the reported 85 variationsof the Anthony Edwards card in the new 2024 Prizm set.The NBA is Topps Again! The huge news is official: The Fanatics/Toppspartnership has taken over the NBA license as of October 1, 2025! Get ready for the first US set,

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Episode 22 – Hunting Hits with the Bird’s Buddy Mason

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2025/10/02

JT & The Bird welcome longtime collector and childhood friend Mason to talk about his collection, organization tips, and grail chases. We also break down the latest Hobby Headlines—including PSA changes, the 2025 Topps Update preview, and Topps Holiday fun—before ripping packs, spotlighting our favorite pulls, and showing off this week’s Card of the Week.Follow us on Instagram & X: @Cards_On_Blast Next week: Greg from Nor-Cal Sports Shop joins us for a deep dive into hockey & vintage

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Episode 21 – Ka-Pow! Comic Cards Through the Ages

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2025/09/25

Episode 21 – Ka-Pow! Comic Cards Through the AgesIn this episode of Cards On Blast, JT and The Bird dive into the colorful world of comic book trading cards — from the very first Superman set of the 1940s to the shiny modern Marvel Chrome of today. Along the way, they share hobby headlines including Topps’ first-ever Shoeless Joe Jackson card, Nick Kurtz rookie hype, and Michael Jordan’s legendary “closed eyes” sneakers hitting auction.The guys crack open a modern comic card pack, spotlight some

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Episode 20 – Sunday Heroes, Monday Prices

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2025/09/12

Week 1 of the NFL season is in the books, and the card market is already shifting! JT and The Bird break down the biggest Sunday standouts, Monday market movers, and the cards you should be watching right now.#SportsCards #NFL #FootballCards #CardCollecting #SportsCardPodcast #CardMarket #CardsOnBlast

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Episode 19 – Odd Cards Through History

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2025/09/03

Not every trading card is about stats, rookies, or superheroes. Some are strange, some are hilarious, and some are just downright bizarre. In this episode, JT and The Bird dig into the oddest cards ever made—from the infamous Billy Ripken “bat knob” mishap, to Garbage Pail Kids, to Allen & Ginter relics made with hair, fossils, and even celebrity wedding menus.We’ll also cover the latest hobby headlines, including Caitlin Clark’s $500,000+ card sale and Pete Rose’s historic batting gloves

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Episode 18 - Stacked & Sorted: Organizing Your...

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2025/08/27

🎙️ Episode 18 is live! “Stacked & Sorted: Organizing Your Collection”From shoeboxes to slabs, JT & The Bird break down the best ways to keep your cards safe, sorted, and ready to show off. Whether you’re team binders, boxes, or apps—we’ve got you covered.Tune in now and get your collection from chaos to collection!Hashtags: #CardsOnBlast #SportsCards #CardCollector #HobbyTalk #CardCollecting #SportsCardCommunity #CardShowLife #TradingCards #SportsCardHobby #HobbyCollectors

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Episode 17 - Let's Go Card Surfing - MTG Edition

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2025/08/21

Episode 17 – Let’s Go Card Surfing: MTG Edition | Cards On Blast PodcastThis week we welcome Josh Goulet, retired Navy veteran and owner of Cardsurfer Games in Roseville, CA! Josh shares his MTG story, the rise of Cardsurfer, and why Commander culture is thriving in NorCal.We also crack open some serious heat:Lord of the Rings PackModern Masters 2015 BoosterEdge of Eternities Collector BoosterThe pulls were so good we skipped What You Got in the Stack and Card Pull of the Week! Plus, we break down

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Episode 16 – It’s Time to Duel: Yu-Gi-Oh! Takes the...

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2025/08/13

The Cards on Blast crew dives deep into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh!—from its origins as a 1996 manga by Kazuki Takahashi to its rise as one of the most iconic trading card games on the planet. We explore its pop culture dominance, game mechanics, and some of the most valuable cards ever sold, including the legendary $2 million Tournament Black Luster Soldier.In Hobby Headlines, JT finally tracks down a long-lost collectible, we cover the wild story of an apartment worker finding an entire print run of

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Episode 15 - Fantasy Drafts & Hobby Forecasts

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2025/08/06

Fantasy football season is kicking off—and we’re stacking our lineups and our collections! In this crossover episode, JT, The Bird, and returning guest Chase dive headfirst into the intersection of fantasy football and the hobby. From breakout stars and late-round sleepers to low-pop grails and undervalued slabs, it’s all about spotting talent—whether you're building a roster or a PC.🏈 Who's flying under the radar in drafts and card shows? 🔥 Do fantasy rankings match hobby prices—or completely

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Episode 14 - Re-Do

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2025/07/31

🎙️ Episode 14.3 – Re-Do | Cards On Blast with JT & The BirdIn this explosive episode, JT & The Bird unpack one of the biggest scandals to ever hit the hobby: a $350 million forgery scheme that rocked the sports memorabilia world — and the tragic fallout that followed.They also break down the new “Cooperstown Calls” insert in 2025 Topps Chrome, spotlight the record-breaking Boba Fett prototype sale, and talk cardboard market climbs with big moves from Kobe and Ant-Man cards.Plus: 🔥 Crack

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Episode 13 – Cardboard Through the Ages: The...

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2025/07/18

From vintage borders to holographic heat, JT & The Bird dive deep into the evolution of trading card design. Whether it's Pokémon, Magic, or modern sports sets, card aesthetics have come a long way—and we’re breaking down what makes each era pop.This week’s Card of the Week? It’s chosen live, on-air—TCG-style. Plus, we Crack That Pack with our friends at Greedy Goats sponsoring the heat!🎨 Which designs still hold up? What flopped? And how much do looks really matter when value’s on the line

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Episode 12 - The Rookie Card Boom

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2025/06/25

🎙️ Episode 12 – The Rookie Card Boom Rookie cards are hotter than ever! JT & The Bird break down what’s fueling the surge — from NIL hype to grading trends and Fanatics Fest madness.💥 In this episode: • Jayden Daniels rookie card sells for $500K • PSA & SGC grading spike: Daniels, Clark, Wemby • Top rookies to chase: NFL, NBA, MLB & WNBA • Bronny James, Caitlin Clark, Jackson Holliday & more • Slab culture: is grading everything now?🔥 Plus: Crack That Pack, Card of the Week,

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Episode 11 - NBA Mount Rushmores & Finals Legends

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2025/06/12

🎙️ Episode 11 – NBA Mount Rushmores & Finals LegendsJT and The Bird are back with an NBA-packed episode of Cards On Blast—and this one’s legendary. We’re carving hoops history into stone as we debate our NBA Mount Rushmores by position, and spotlight the greatest—and most unexpected—Finals MVP performances ever.📈 In Hobby Headlines, we break down Tyrese Haliburton’s record-breaking rookie sale ahead of the NBA Finals, preview Fanatics’ $200 million Museum of Greatness at Fanatics Fest NYC, and

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Episode 10 - Gotta Collect 'Em All - Diving Into The...

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2025/06/05

Episode 10 – Gotta Collect ’Em All: Diving Into the Pokémon Card CrazeIn this episode, we explore the colorful world of Pokémon card collecting. From vintage Charizard grails to today’s hottest sets like Destined Rivals and Prismatic Evolutions, the Pokémon TCG has become a cornerstone of the hobby—and we’re finally diving in.We’re joined by collectors Jace and Isabella, who share their personal journey through nostalgic packs, modern market trends, and how collecting Pokémon cards has become part

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Episode 9 - Card Shows & Comic-Cons

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2025/05/28

🎙️ Ep. 9 – Card Shows & ComicConsJT & The Bird dive into the heartbeat of the hobby—big-time shows like Comic-Con, The National, and Fanatics Fest, plus Sacramento’s own Card Show 4.0. Crack some packs, check our latest pulls, and hear why The Bird’s kid is earning new nicknames from fans. Collecting is alive—let’s blast off! #CardsOnBlast

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Episode 08 - Seeing Double; Parallels

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2025/05/22

Episode 8 – “Seeing Double? Trading Card Parallels”Are you seeing double—or just chasing that elusive gold refractor? In this episode of Cards On Blast, JT and The Bird dive deep into the colorful world of trading card parallels: what they are, why they exist, and which ones are truly worth chasing. From the early days of gold foil to today’s rainbow of numbered, refracted, and photo-varied madness, we break down how parallels have become one of the hobby’s biggest obsessions.We also open a fresh

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Episode 7 - Breaking, The Future

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2025/05/14

Cards On Blast – Episode 7: "Breaking the Future?"JT and The Bird are back to tackle a big question in the hobby: Are breakers on Fanatics Live and Whatnot the future of collecting? We dive into the biggest names in the breaking game, the impact on traditional collecting, and whether this shift is here to stay.This episode also features your favorite segments: • Hobby Headlines – From Ja Morant viral card chaos to Topps locking in the NBA license for 2025, and a flood of new releases hitting

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