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Sports Cards are Dope

Dr. Tyler Tarver

Welcome to the Sports Cards Are Dope podcast, hosted by Dr. Tyler Tarver (@tarvercards), an aggressively average dude with an above-average obsession for those glorious, four-cornered lil treasures we call sports cards! This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a celebration of sports, pop culture, and the universal joy of pulling a card so dope you immediately start calculating how many shares of Apple you can buy with it. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a curious rookie, or someone who just wants to hear

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18:25

Dealer vs. Attendee 🤷 Should Card Shows Ban...

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2025/09/10

We break down the viral Lake Worth Sports Cards & Collectibles Show post banning attendee‑to‑attendee deals (yes, even “bathroom deals”), and map the real economics: table fees, sit‑down tax, buyer flow, and better solutions that help collectors and dealers. Entertainment + education; not financial advice.Timestamps: 00:00 Cold open & setup 00:32 Context: the viral Lake Worth post 01:04 “Epidemic” + bathroom‑deal bit 03:38 Hobby vs. business framing 04:20 The “booth in the bathroom”

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18:23

PSA Just Changed the Hobby FOREVER (Instant Cashout...

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2025/09/09

PSA just announced a major shift in the hobby — giving collectors the option to sell their freshly graded cards instantly for around 90% of Card Ladder value. This move could change comps, liquidity, and the balance of power in the card world. Tyler Tarver breaks down the three biggest implications, drawing parallels to Zillow, Amazon, and pawn shops.Timestamps:0:00 – PSA’s shocking announcement1:35 – Instant cashout explained3:00 – Zillow & real estate parallels7:00 – Conflict of

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23:38

Sports Cards After Trades 🫣 Sell the Spike or Hold?

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2025/09/08

We break down how real‑life trades ripple through the sports card market: the instant attention spike, the new fanbase effect, and why jersey/legacy still drive long‑term value. We run scenarios around Micah Parsons, Jordan Poole, Lakers‑centric hype cycles, Brady’s uniform shift, and more. Entertainment + education; not financial advice.Timestamps: 00:00 Cold open chaos & setup 00:36 Why trades move prices (attention > performance) 01:02 Jordan Poole to Pelicans mention 05:29

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31:25

$421 Million!! 🙌 Why August Was the Biggest Month...

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2025/09/05

Sports cards just had their BIGGEST month ever — $421M in sales! Tyler Tarver breaks down why August was such a record-setting month, from Kevin O’Leary’s $13M Kobe/Jordan grail to Caitlin Clark’s cultural impact. We’ll talk investors, the National, NFL kickoff, WNBA cards, and how community energy is reshaping the hobby.⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – $421M in one month!1:17 – Why August sales exploded3:56 – Investors, The National & NFL kickoff6:32 – Sports cards as mini stock portfolios7:08 –

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36:47

Why I Bought THIS $1,800 Autograph Card (Not What You...

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2025/09/04

Today on Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler breaks down why he spent $1,800 on a Giannis Antetokounmpo auto jersey card from Tyson Beck. Was it a smart investment, a collector’s dream, or just plain crazy? Tyler shares his 5 big reasons — from the art to the long-term value — plus answers live audience questions.⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Why I spent $1,800 on a Giannis card4:14 – 5 reasons behind the purchase8:02 – Collecting the NBA Top 75 autos11:03 – Game-used vs. “player-worn”15:21 – Long-term

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20:22

Sell the Hype! 🙌 Playoff Timing, Second‑Year Leaps &...

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2025/09/01

What up, chicken nuggets. We debate NFL rookies and backup QB lottery tickets, why hype moves prices faster than performance, and exactly when to sell after a playoff pop. Names on the table: Jayden Daniels, Cam Ward, Malik Nabers, Jalen Milroe, Stetson Bennett, Joe Flacco, Joe Burrow, Josh Allen. Not financial advice—just cardboard calculus.Timestamps: 00:00 Cold open + Homestar energy 01:41 Why rookie QBs move the market (Cam Ward talk) 03:02 Second‑year leap candidates (Jayden Daniels)

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53:51

Inside the World of Paid Autograph Signings (Barry...

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2025/08/29

Our longest podcast yet — and for good reason. I sat down with Sean, the 19-year-old behind OnCard Autographs, who has turned autograph consignments into a legit business. We talk about his start, how he organizes signings with legends like Barry Sanders and Jerry Rice, which athletes are the nicest, and the future of autographs in the age of Fanatics and exclusivity.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Sean’s background2:00 – Starting out writing letters as a kid5:00 – First shows, consignments,

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20:05

Sports Cards as Real Investments? 🙌 Shark Tank Dude...

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2025/08/27

Kevin O’Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful from Shark Tank, joined forces with investors to buy the Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan Dual Logoman Auto for a staggering $12.93 million.In this episode, I break down why this sale matters, what it means for collectors vs. investors, and how it could shift the future of the hobby.Timestamps:0:00 – Weird intro & authenticity in content0:33 – The $12.93M Kobe/MJ Logoman sale1:00 – Kevin O’Leary and the buyer group revealed2:45 – Why auctions prove real

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26:02

Why This Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant Card Sold for...

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2025/08/25

In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler breaks down the record-breaking sale of the 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Autograph featuring Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant — the most expensive sports card ever sold at $12.932 million.We cover why it went so high, what makes it unique, and what it means for the future of the hobby.Timestamps:0:01 – Welcome + quick recap of the $13M sale2:30 – Why this Jordan-Kobe card is different5:20 – The power of combining two player

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9:45

The Most Powerful Negotiation Trick Nobody Uses...

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2025/08/20

Learn how the power of silence can change your negotiations at card shows, shops, or even buying a car. Inspired by Chris Voss’ Never Split the Difference, we explore why silence is uncomfortable, how to use it strategically, and real-world examples of it working in the hobby.Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & Chris Voss inspiration 0:42 – Why humans hate silence 2:30 – Strategic silence in card deals 4:45 – The text message “read but not replied” analogy 6:15 – Counting to seven in your head

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20:32

How to Read the Room at a Card Show (and Make Better...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler dives into the psychology of negotiations at card shows. Inspired by Chris Voss’ Never Split the Difference, he shares practical tactics like mirroring, labeling, and tactical empathy that help you build better relationships with dealers and get the cards you want—without burning bridges.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro: Deals Start with Conversations1:30 – Why Reading the Room Matters5:00 – Mirroring Technique (Chris Voss Method)8:00 – Labeling

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18:12

The Ultimate GOAT Collectible? 🐐 Breaking Down an...

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2025/08/15

A collector scored autographs from Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, Babe Ruth, Lionel Messi, and Wayne Gretzky—on one item. But are those really the greatest of all time, or just his GOATs? Tyler breaks down the story, debates the GOATs across every sport, and shares his own personal dream collectible.Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: The 5-GOAT Autograph Story 1:15 – The Babe Ruth Starting Point 2:40 – How Brady, Gretzky, Messi, and MJ Signed On 4:55 – What’s Your GOAT List? 7:20 – My Picks Across

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16:03

5 Tips to Complete Any Sports Card Set (Faster &...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, I share 5 game-changing tips I learned from completing the legendary 1996 EX Credentials basketball set—the first-ever numbered basketball card set in history. Whether you’re chasing a vintage set or the latest parallel rainbow, these strategies will save you money, speed up your hunt, and keep your collecting fun.Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & backstory on the set 1:12 – Tip 1: The Buy-It-Now Blitz 3:25 – Tip 2: Big Seller Bulk Deal 5:26 – Tip 3:

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9:26

My Favorite Card Show Negotiation Hack 💪 The Smartest...

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2025/08/06

Ever hit a wall at a card show negotiation? Tyler shares his go-to hack for bridging the final gap in deals—and how it scored him a Steph Curry rookie card (basically for free). This is one of those simple negotiation moves that can turn a "maybe" into a "done deal." Tune in, learn the method, and start winning more tableside talks!Timestamps:0:17 — Setting the scene: The National card show0:56 — The offer gap: $1,100 vs $9001:42 — Spotting the Curry rookie2:25 — The “Throw-In” technique

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16:03

I Manipulated a Sports Card Market (and You Can, Too 🤯)

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2025/08/04

Description: In this episode, Tyler spills the tea on a wild experiment: buying up nearly 40 Jared McCain Silver Prizm rookies—and watching the market follow his lead. If you’ve ever asked, “Can one collector really move prices?”... this is the playbook.Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome Chicken Nuggets 🐔 0:30 - Why McCain caught my eye 1:45 - Card strategy: buying low & holding 3:00 - Flipping comps on eBay 6:45 - Setting the tone with Ron Gant nostalgia 9:15 - Niche collectors, niche power

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20:50

Avoid These Mistakes at The National 😬 Card Show...

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2025/07/30

Tyler Tarver here — and just because I can’t attend The National this year (RIP, my early access ticket), doesn’t mean I’m not going to equip YOU with the best tips in the game. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, these 15 card show tips — from packing a “grind kit” to trade night tactics — could be the difference between a legendary haul and hobby regret.👟 Bonus: I even include weird tricks like how a Jordan Poole jersey got me more deals.Timestamps: 0:00 – What’s Up Chicken

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39:22

SGC Goes Boutique 🫠 Why PSA’s Parent Company Shrunk...

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2025/07/28

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12:49

The Mr. ManCave Fake Auto Scandal: What the Hobby...

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2025/07/21

this is a terrible situation for everyone involved. please have patience with people as they try to navigate this.

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11:33

The Truth About What’s Actually Selling in Sports...

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2025/07/18

Reporting live from a creepy hotel room, Tyler breaks down his personal eBay data and what it reveals about the exploding popularity of WNBA cards — including Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese. Why are female athletes outselling NBA stars? Let's talk market momentum, culture, and how collectors are driving a shift that might be here to stay.Timestamps:00:45 – Why I was off the grid (Alaskan cruise + eBay settings)1:45 – My exact eBay setup and pricing strategy2:50 – 100% of

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13:13

Why eBay Extended Bidding Might Break the Hobby

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2025/07/16

In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Dr. Tyler Tarver breaks down the major shift eBay is making to their auction system: extended bidding. What does it mean for you as a buyer, seller, or investor in sports cards? Is this the end of last-second sniping? Or just the beginning of more fair pricing? Tyler dives deep with analogies, insights, and hot takes that’ll have you rethinking how you buy cards online.🕒 Timestamps:0:00 — What up, chicken nuggets! Why this change matters1:45 —

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