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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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41:18

From Packs to Purple and Gold: Kristina’s...

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2025/05/02

Kristina (@kristinaspc) returns to Stacking Slabs for a collector conversation about the unforgettable ride of collecting Luka Doncic. From pulling an Orange /49 on a holiday road trip to moving across the country to watch Luka in person, Kristina shares the real impact collecting has had on her life. We talk about how her fandom started with cards, why design always wins, and how she’s navigating the transition now that Luka is in Los Angeles.This is a story about collecting from the

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46:57

Smashing BIN with Joe (@joeydscards): Cavs Fandom,...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of Smashing BIN, I’m joined by Joe (@joeydscards), a Cavs fan and collector who isn’t afraid to trust his gut and go all-in when the right card shows up.We talk about:Why he smashed BIN on a rare Evan Mobley Gold Prizm RookieHow being a Cavs fan shapes his entire approach to collectingWhy comfort, nostalgia, and instinct beat the hunt for dealsThe way collecting gets better when you stop overthinking and start actingThis episode is about more than buying.It’s about knowing

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21:06

Do You Love the Card or the Chase? Understanding...

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2025/04/30

In this week’s flagship episode of Stacking Slabs, Brett explores one of the most important — and most overlooked — questions in collecting: Do you love the card, or are you addicted to the chase? From dopamine hits and slot machine psychology to FOMO and false urgency, this episode breaks down the hidden forces influencing your buying decisions. Brett shares personal stories, mental frameworks, and science-backed insights to help you build a collection that reflects you — not your

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25:16

Vaulted: Why I Finally Started Using a Vault in My...

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2025/04/29

The debut of Vaulted is here. In this first episode, I break down why I finally decided to integrate the PSA Vault into my collecting process after years of hesitation. I share the specific shifts that made the Vault fit my personal collecting workflow, how it’s helping me fund PSA submissions faster, and why it’s made my hobby experience more efficient and less stressful. This episode is built on real experience — not hype. If you’ve ever wondered whether the Vault could help you operate

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42:20

Passion to Profession: Building a Business on...

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2025/04/28

In this episode of Passion to Profession, I’m joined by Ben of Sports Cards Forever, one of eBay’s top vintage sellers. Ben’s calm and methodical approach to buying and selling is rooted in principles, not hype. We go deep on topics that don’t get enough airtime—like how to build a sustainable inventory, why listening is more important than talking, and how to create a business that aligns with your life.This one had me taking notes.It’s a reminder that there’s no one way to operate in the

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62:34

WNBA Card Podcast #3: Gold Pulls and Strong Plays:...

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2025/04/26

We open with a story that stopped the hobby in its tracks—a young collector pulling a Caitlin Clark Gold /10. It’s a reminder of why we collect and how moments like this connect us to the joy of the hobby.From there, we get into:The upcoming WNBA season and the team we think could surprise—or stumble.The most impactful trades of the offseason and what they could mean for card markets.A deep dive into Sarah Strong’s Superfractor sale and why Bowman Chrome is creating a new lane for long-term

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62:20

The One of One Mindset with Anthony (@summertime1of1)

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2025/04/25

Anthony (@summertime1of1) returns to the show with one of the most fascinating evolutions we’ve seen in the hobby. What started as a COVID-era hustle turned into a deep obsession with the rarest cards in the game: one of ones.In this collector conversation, we cover:His shift from flipper to collector and the turning points that made him believe in cards long-termWhy Black Prizms, Nebulas, Superfractors, and Logomans have become his focusThe strategy behind building relationships to land

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44:57

Smashing BIN: Waking up at 3:30 AM Has It's...

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2025/04/24

What happens when preparation, routine, and opportunity all collide at 3:30 AM?In this week’s episode of Smashing BIN, I sit down with my brother Kyle (@mcgrathcards) to break down the moment he smashed BIN on one of the most coveted Peyton Manning cards in the hobby—2006 Topps Finest Gold Xfractor /10.We talk about:His early morning routine that gives him a BIN edgeWhy this card was the one he was chasingThe psychology behind hesitation, excitement, and pulling the triggerWhat happens

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21:49

Is Influence Hurting or Helping Your Collection?

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2025/04/23

Every collector is influenced. The question is how do you make sure it helps, not hurts, your collection?In this flagship episode, I break down the role of influence in our collecting decisions. I share how seeing other collectors’ posts, hearing their stories, or watching a new piece of content can open doors, but also how it can push us toward decisions we regret.I walk through the seven principles of influence from Dr. Robert Cialdini and explore how each shows up in the hobby. Then I

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68:08

Card Ladder Confidential #7 with Chris (@chris_hoj)...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of Card Ladder Confidential, Chris and Josh from Card Ladder return for a pre-playoff sitdown that blends basketball analysis with collecting philosophy.We kick things off with a cold open: if they had to freeze their current PCs (Jokic, Luka, LeBron), which playoff player would they collect instead? Their answers spark a deep discussion around Jimmy Butler, Austin Reaves, and how playoff performance shapes perception.Then we break down collection management strategies. Josh

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44:40

Passion to Profession: Building the Hobby’s Picks and...

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2025/04/21

Josh from PC Sports Cards joins Passion to Profession to share how he turned weekend deals and grading experiments into one of the most trusted businesses in the hobby.We get into:His early failures and what they taught himWhy PC Sports Cards was built to serve everyday collectorsThe real power of eBay LiveWhat it takes to earn trust—and why so few are willing to do itLessons from building a grading and consignment business at scaleJosh shares what makes a collector-to-seller successful,

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63:37

The WNBA Card Podcast #2: Why Representation at the...

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2025/04/19

Katelyn (@coldlunchcards) is fresh off a 4-day setup at the Minnesota Card Show where she was the only dealer repping a full WNBA and NCAA women’s basketball showcase.In this episode, we break down the sales, the conversations, and the takeaways from collectors of all ages who stopped by her table—including a moment that says everything about why this space matters.We also talk about:Our favorite fits, surprises, and winners from the WNBA DraftHow Panini Instant draft cards are received in

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42:13

Building the GOAT Rhea Ripley Collection with Roscoe...

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2025/04/18

It’s WrestleMania week, and I couldn’t think of a better way to kick it off than with a conversation about collecting Rhea Ripley cards.In this episode, I’m joined by Roscoe (@lonnieskywalkerivcollector), who’s built what I believe to be the best Rhea Ripley collection in the world.We talk about:How he got into collecting RheaThe impact of her rise from tag team to top of the cardThe 1/1 Select Black and Gold Vinyl Select storiesManaging his budget as card values risePanini vs. Topps and

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58:42

Smashing BIN: The $1,500 Gold Prizm Smash That...

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2025/04/17

In this episode of Smashing BIN, we sit down with Drake (@drakes_pc) to break down one of the most iconic BIN smashes in recent collecting memory: the $1,500 2012 Peyton Manning Gold Prizm.Drake shares the full story—from being nudged by a hobby friend to smash BIN during the pandemic, to watching the market explode around a card he never planned to flip. This conversation is all about the moment a collector acts on instinct, the relationships that make the hobby feel like home, and the

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25:00

Managing the Madness: A Real Talk on Collection...

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2025/04/16

In this episode, Brett breaks down the personal side of collection management and why it’s the key to staying in the hobby long term. Whether you collect in one lane or across several, managing your focus, budget, and energy helps you build a collection that reflects who you are — and keeps you fired up along the way.Topics covered include:The difference between collection management and portfolio managementBudget management as the foundationHow engagement shifts over timeNarrow vs

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49:25

From Convention Floors to Break Room Studios: Mark's...

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2025/04/14

This week’s Passion to Profession features Mark, owner of Paradise Card Breaks, one of the fastest-growing and most community-driven card shops in the hobby. From humble beginnings breaking on Facebook during COVID lockdowns to building a 22-person team in the heart of Las Vegas, Mark shares what it really takes to build a trusted business in today’s sports card industry.We talk about:Building a brand without a bankrollCreating experiences that keep collectors coming backBreaking on eBay

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63:47

The WNBA Card Podcast #1: Paige Bueckers Finishes Her...

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2025/04/12

The debut episode of The WNBA Card Podcast is here. Co-hosts Katelyn (@coldlunchcards) and Brett (@stackingslabs) kick things off by unpacking the growing momentum in women’s basketball cards.They react to UConn’s championship run, share thoughts on Sarah Strong’s market spike, and talk about why Bowman Firsts and Prizm parallels are shaping the future of WNBA collecting. The conversation hits everything from the draft to underrated prospects, hobby opportunities, and favorite recent

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53:57

Online Momentum, Show Reality: What Kevin...

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2025/04/11

In this collector conversation, I catch up with my friend Kevin (@dacaptain37) to talk about the current state of the hobby from behind the table. We're hearing a lot about big numbers in online sales, but is that momentum showing up at local and regional shows?Kevin shares what’s moving, what’s not, and how different segments of the market—from Brady rookies to Pokémon to vintage baseball—are performing in-person. We also touch on what the repacker wave means for collectors, and how shows

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61:02

Smashing BIN: The BIN You Can’t Let Get Away with...

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2025/04/10

What makes a collector hit “Buy It Now” without thinking twice?This week on Smashing BIN, John (@packnicholson) joins the show to break down the psychology behind BIN moments and the 2024 Prizm Jaylon Johnson Black Finite 1/1 as his subject. We talk about the psychology of passing, the weight of regret, and the feeling of relief when the second chance comes around.We explore what it means to stay patient, how to trust your gut, and why some cards deserve to be overpaid for. With help from

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24:24

Why We Smash BIN: The Emotion Over the Data

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2025/04/09

We don’t smash BIN because of comps.We smash because the card hits something inside us.In this episode, I’m talking through the psychology of the BIN smash—the real reasons collectors hit Buy It Now without hesitation. I share my personal process, what I’ve learned from others, and the emotional phases we go through when the right card shows up, and why we created a dedicated show about it. This isn’t about logic.It’s about desire, instinct, and what it means to build a collection that

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