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Global Card Collectors

Global Card Collectors

Forget passports – and go beyond borders with "Global Card Collectors," a podcast that connects collectors from across the globe! Join John, the Istanbul aficionado (@istanbulcards), and Will, the Kiwi card junkie (@kart_adami), as they embark on a journey to celebrate the diverse world of card collecting. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the sun-kissed shores of Kaiteriteri, New Zealand, each episode dives into the unique collections and captivating stories of passionate collectors

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00:57:14

84. From $750 to an $80K Boat: the wild hustle of...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/08/16

In this episode, we sit down with James @cardkiwi, to hear the incredible story of how a $750 card sale in 2020 launched a five-year journey of buying, selling, and grinding his way to an $80,000 boat - all without touching a cent from his day job. James shares how deep market research, disciplined goal-setting, and a love for the hobby helped him turn cardboard into real-life assets.He then walks us through his carefully curated PC, which features legends from the UFC like Kiwi icon Israel

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00:51:21

83. Fanatics Fest Pressure? The 2025 National Fires...

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2025/08/09

In this episode of Global Card Collectors, Will sits down with our old friend Justin to unpack his experience at the 2025 National Sports Card Collectors Convention in Chicago - and what an experience it was!They kick things off with Justin comparing this year’s show to last year’s, highlighting the major step up in scale, energy, and execution. With Fanatics Fest fresh in the minds of collectors, the National’s organizers clearly brought their A-game- and it showed. From massive crowds to

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00:39:07

82. What 16 Years of Pokémon Content Taught Me – with...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/08/02

In this refreshingly honest episode, we sit down with industry legend Asad, better known as Pokecollection, who has been creating Pokémon content on YouTube for an incredible 16 years—amassing a loyal following of nearly 39,000 subscribers along the way.From his humble (and admittedly cringeworthy) early videos to interviewing and befriending Veronica Taylor—the original voice of Ash Ketchum—Asad shares his journey through the ever-changing tides of content creation. He opens up about the highs, the

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00:37:15

81. Two Days, Thousands of Cards, One Massive Event –...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/07/26

In this explosive episode, Will sits down with Steve Guinee, the mastermind behind the Auckland Card Show, to talk all things cardboard and collectibles ahead of the 2025 show. And this year? It’s gone from huge to nuclear.Steve reveals how the show has more than doubled in size, literally- from relocating to the mammoth Auckland Showgrounds to expanding to a two-day event packed with endless vendor tables, an avalanche of cards to buy, sell, and trade, and the first of epic TCG tournaments for

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00:56:05

80. MJ, Breaks, and Brotherly Bonds: A 90s Hobby Deep...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/07/19

In this week's episode Justin sits down with a 90s basketball collector that he's known for over 35 years: his brother Nate. In the interview Nate talks about his journey back into collecting, why he chose to focus on 90s basketball, and what players he goes after. The interview also gets into the pros and cons of one of the hobby's most polarizing topics: breaks. Stick around until the end when Nate shows off his favorite cards in his collection, including an icon MJ insert!

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00:40:06

79. Hot cards, hotter mess: A review of Card Madness...

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2025/07/12

In this episode, John and Will sit down to break down their full experience at Card Madness 2025 in Düsseldorf - the highs, the lows, and the downright confusing. After flying in from Istanbul with high hopes, they were met with a show that was… let’s just say, not quite what was promised or expected.From the disorganized entry process and overcrowded venue to the difficult to find layout and lack of clear signage, it was a struggle. But it wasn’t all bad- they also talk about a spontaneous trade

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01:11:41

78. Market Correction Incoming? What You Need to Know...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/07/07

Our Pokémon card expert Keiran is back, and this time he’s tackling the big question on every collector’s mind: Is the Pokémon card market cooling off? After the massive boom of the last few months, Keiran explains why a market correction isn't just likely — it's expected. And if you've been in the game a while, you know this isn’t the first time.In this episode, we break down the signs that the hype is fading, what that means for your collection, and how to spot opportunities as prices

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00:45:31

77. Narratives and Nostalgia with...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/06/28

Paul @NealSportsCardStories recently started a YouTube channel where he shares his love of sports, cards, and how they draw out history. From his fascination with different eras of baseball, basketball, and football, he also loves soccer and talks about his connections to Bukayo Saka and Arsenal. An American collector with a reverence for global sport, this episode has a little bit of something for every kind of collector.

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00:34:32

76. Pickers, Pretenders & a 10-Year-Old Prodigy

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2025/06/21

John and Will are back to break down all the action from their second Trade Day in Istanbul- and what a day it was! From reconnecting with young Turkish legend Ilgaz, the ten-year-old collector who’s gone from humble base cards to three one-of-ones and a stack of autos in just months (seriously, how?!), to running into a group of teen "hustlers" trying to play picker without knowing the difference between Larry Bird and Tony Allen — this one had it all. 😅The guys share the highs, the

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00:39:50

75. The Case for Salah: Collecting a GOAT in Plain Sight

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2025/06/14

Seth (@soccercardcorner) returns to GCC to dive into the evolution of his Mohamed Salah collection—and it’s a masterclass in focus and conviction. Despite leading the Premier League in goals and assists during a magical Liverpool season, Salah continues to fly under the hobby radar. Like Nikola Jokic, he checks every box: elite production, leadership, trophies—but lacks the market hype.We explore why players like Salah, especially from non-traditional hobby markets, often don’t get the collector

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00:45:06

74. (4)5 Minutes with Cage @TheHobbyWithCage

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/06/07

A well-known voice in the hobby through his podcast The Hobby With Cage and Lukas, Tigers and Brons before that, Cage Lawyer @TheHobbyWithCage joins Global Card Collectors this week to discuss his decades-long collecting journey in cards. It's rare because it's tough to get all the details of his origin story but in this interview Cage is not bashful sharing how he got to where he is today from his Drew Bledsoe collection to baseball and the Yankees with his father to the Oakland Raiders

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00:55:54

73. One card or three? The collector's dilemma

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/05/31

Will and John keep the streak alive with another week of Global Card Collectors! After briefly reflecting on some recent pickups, the guys dive into a show first — answering your mailbag questions. From the pros and cons of grading cards outside the U.S. to a truly philosophical debate: is a card with three mini cards one card… or three? Tune in for their takes, collector insights, and a few laughs along the way. Got your own opinion? Let us know what you think in the comments section of our YouTube

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01:09:19

72. From Break to Rebuild: Jason Bousquet's Epic...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/05/26

In this episode long-time guest and first-time host Justin sits down with super collector Jason Bousquet (@the_bousquet_collection) to discuss his collecting journey. Jason and Justin walk through Jason's collecting journey which spans multiple collections. From getting back into the hobby pre-covid, selling his collection during covid, to rebuilding his collection right up to the present time, Jason offers tons of tips for collectors looking to stay focused while collecting multiple sports (and

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01:13:50

71. Shiny Legends: The Golden Era of 90s Chrome...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/05/17

In this fun interview, John and Will sit down with Justin (@vintagefb52), a true expert on 90s football cards, as he takes us on a journey through the colorful and bold world of 90s chrome football cards. Starting in 1994, Justin unpacks the evolution of these iconic cards, diving deep into the rise of PMGs (Precious Metal Gems) and Essential Credentials. The 90s were a time when everything was big, bright, and over the top — much like the cards themselves, which were filled with neon accents,

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01:11:51

70. Collecting Euro Hoops GOATS with @eurofractor

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/05/10

Jon @eurofractor returns to GCC to discuss the greatest European basketball players of all time. Using a recent rankings list (link below), he and John (@istanbulcards) put together the greatest starting five and talk about their cards. Spoiler: there’s no shortage of options! Link for the rankings: https://hoopshype.com/lists/40-greatest-european-players-ever-the-hoopshype-list-ranking/ If you’d be interested in sharing your global card collecting journey, reach out to @globalcardcollectors or one

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00:54:38

69. Beyond the Dream Shake with @90s_bball_cards Jake...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/05/03

The maestro of '90s basketball cards himself, Jake Roy (@90s_bball_cards), joins GCC to take a deep dive into an international great: Hakeem Olajuwon. Sadly, we couldn't unearth a card that captures the "Dream Shake" but Nathanael, John, and Jake detail some of Hakeem's best inserts in an amazing era of cards.

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00:43:48

68. Grails, Playoffs, and Evolving as Collectors.

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/04/26

Will and John catch up on their recent hobby moves and non-moves, as well as the solidity of the current market, and how they are dealing with global economic uncertainty. Will shares a recent grail pickup and they discuss the definition of being a collector of a player.

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00:45:22

67. Kiwi Filmmaker Aaron Falvey on Film, Garbage...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/04/19

Join Will as he sits down with talented New Zealand filmmaker Aaron Falvey! They kick off the conversation exploring Aaron's impressive film career, diving into his feature film "Northspur" and his captivating short film "Undertow."But beyond the world of cinema, Aaron is also a passionate card collector! They then shift gears to explore Aaron's fascinating collection, starting with iconic Kiwi classics like the legendary Garbage Gang cards (a New Zealand treasure!)

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00:38:31

66. An Aussie Invasion: The NBA's Down Under...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/04/12

Will is joined by Ben from @swat.teamcards for a deep dive into the surprising and impactful presence of Australian basketball players in the NBA! Get ready for a card collector's perspective as Ben showcases some of his most prized Dyson Daniels, Josh Giddey, and Luc Longley cards, setting the stage for a fascinating discussion.They'll trace the journey of Australian talent from the pioneering days of Luc Longley in the '90s, through Andrew Bogut's pivotal role in the Golden State

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00:59:57

65. Gold quest: Is Prizm Gold the best parallel?

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/04/05

What is the hottest parallel in the hobby? Hard to argue against Prizm Gold /10. Keith (@dirknashty), Nathanael, and John (@istanbulcards) analyze the values of the most recent sales of Prizm golds for the top 60 players in the NBA, from prospects to GOATS, and suss out who they think are undervalued and overvalued.

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