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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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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...

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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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01:20:32

64. Vintage Gloves, Modern Glory: Boxing Card Showdown

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/03/29

Join Will and Justin for a knockout episode as they dive deep into the world of boxing trading cards! Justin dusts off his prized vintage collection, showcasing rare gems featuring legendary pugilists like the indomitable John L. Sullivan, the formidable Sam Langford, and the controversial Jack Johnson. Hear the stories behind these iconic fighters and the history captured in their cards.Meanwhile, Will champions a more modern era, bringing his own GOATs to the table. Get ready for a ringside seat

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00:37:48

63. From West Coast to Dublin: Jamie's...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/03/21

Jamie (@jamieukcollector) joins Global Card Collectors for his quarterly appearance after traveling to the West Coast Card Show and Dublin Card Show, with interesting insights on the market and where collectors-investors are. Like all card markets, soccer has been robust in recent months, and Jamie and John (@istanbulcards) delve into these dynamics and more.

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00:44:03

62. Wellington Welcomes the Cards: Inside the NZ Card...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/03/15

The NZ Card Collectors Show in Wellington back, and it's going to be HUGE! Join us for an exclusive interview with event organizer, Stephen Summers, as he reveals everything you need to know about this year's show.We dive into:-What makes this year's show bigger and better than ever before.-The exciting vendors, displays, and activities you can expect.-Tips for first-time attendees.And much, much more!But that's not all! After discussing the show, Steve and Will take a look at the

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00:43:14

61. The Kingsman and rooting for a small market team

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/03/08

Joey (@sac.kings.cards) joins John (@istanbulcards) cards for a stimulating conversation full of collecting approaches, patch cards, rooting for underdogs, great non-GOAT players, and our beloved Sacramento Kings. Joey has been actively and organically building community around collecting and is an inspiration for those looking to share and learn more about collecting sports cards. A reminder that we are into this to have fun!

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00:57:11

60. How @Gasolcollector Found His Holy Grail

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/03/01

Pablo (@Gasolcollector) has an amazing Pau Gasol collection that has been curated for 20+ years. From acquiring his grail 2001 Topps Chrome /50 Black Refractor to identifying rare inserts like 2004 Upper Deck Flight Team, Pablo shares stories of collecting from Spain with John (@istanbulcards), a fun journey through the world of 2000s cards, Lakers trades, Luka Doncic, Dirk Nowitski, and more.

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59. A family affair: collecting Claudio and Gio Reyna

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/02/22

In this episode, Seb (@reyna_card_collector) shares his fandom for one of the United States Men’s National Team’s (USMNT) brightest talents: Giovanni Reyna. Seb came to his collecting through his fandom of Dortmund in Germany and playing FIFA and now has a killer collection of Gio cards. Gio is the son of USMNT great Claudio Reyna, who host John (@istanbulcards) collects, so join us for an animated journey into the world of Reyna, soccer card collecting in the UK, and European football.

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00:49:16

58. Luka, Jokic, and the Global Game: A Conversation...

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/02/15

From "The Crossover" to Card Ladder, Chris McGill affectionately nicknamed Hoj is a force in the sports card world. In this interview John and Will ask about his collecting journey, his collecting philosophy, and his thoughts on the global card market. Hoj doesn't disappoint. Moment after moment his ideas are gold. So get the inside scoop on his fandom of Luka and Jokic, his thoughts on the international card market and player fandom vs. team collecting. Chris McGill is a collecting

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00:37:49

57. Grails, consolidation and the pain of team fandom

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/02/09

In this episode John and Will begin with one of John's grail cards which leads them to discuss consolidation and evolving as collectors. They then discuss the impact the shocking trade of Luka Doncic has had on collectors and one in particular, their friend Keith who is a die hard Mavs fan. After this trade Keith is understandably at a loss as a Mavs fan and is considering selling up. This leads Will and John to discuss the differences between collecting players and collecting a team.

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00:51:47

56. The Pokemon card market is booming!

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/02/01

POKEMON CARD MANIA! Will & Keiran @shinykiwitcg2622 dive into the significant boom of the Pokémon card market, fueled by sets like 151, Surging Sparks, and Prismatic Evolutions. They talk Costco craziness, scalpers, online hype, and unparalleled price spikes. How was Pokemon able to build hype when so many other card markets are on a decline? Is it worth buying boxes now? Are you still able to make some smart plays? Find out in this video! #PokemonTCG #PokemonCards #151 #SurgingSparks

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00:41:18

55. Reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead to 2025

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/01/25

2024 was an incredible year for the Global Card Collectors team so John and Will are joined by channel regular Justin to discuss their year by showing off their top five pickups. They share a range of cards from NBA to Vintage Football to Vintage Boxing, Soccer and Rugby cards. After that each person shares their collecting goals for 2025. It was a fun catch up with lots to share and lots of laughs.

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54: A Euroleague collector's dream with @berkolekt

Global Card Collectors ·

2025/01/19

This episode features a captivating conversation with an old friend of the show, the very popular @berkolekt, a passionate card collector who embodies the true spirit of the hobby. Berk shares his infectious enthusiasm for collecting, driven by the joy of completing sets and the thrill of the chase. We delve into his deep-rooted love for Euroleague basketball cards, discussing his favorite players and the lessons he has learned over the past year.Berk also recalls a moment of magic and serendipity

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