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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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23:37

How to Maximize Your Time at Card Shows (Including...

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2025/03/19

The National is on my mind, and even though I don’t go to a ton of shows, I have strong opinions on how to make the most of your time when you're there. This episode is all about preparation, efficiency, and making sure you're operating on offense—not just showing up and hoping for the best.I’ll share my strategies for pre-work, why collector-to-collector deals are the best, and how relationships can help you land key cards before the show even starts. Whether you're heading to The

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54:46

Passion to Profession: The Road to Becoming Industry...

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2025/03/17

In this episode of Passion to Profession, I sit down with Stan and Roger from 4 Sharp Corners, one of the biggest names in the graded card market.We talk about how childhood friends turned their love of collecting into a full-time business that has submitted over 5 million cards to PSA.They share how they saw the opportunity in professional grading before it took off, the challenges of scaling, and the mindset that has kept them at the top of the game for over 20 years.We also get into:The

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53:06

Building a Sustainable Process to Buy and Sell in a...

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2025/03/14

Women's basketball cards are having a moment.Katelyn (@coldlunchcards) returns to Stacking Slabs to break down the growth of WNBA and NCAA women's basketball cards, the role Caitlin Clark has played in driving the market, and the rise of prospecting for the NCAA Women's Tournament.We talk about:The explosion of interest in WNBA cardsHow Unrivaled is changing the gameWhat makes this NCAA Women's Tournament specialThe best opportunities in the card market right nowKatelyn shares her process

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80:38

Auction Talk #55 with Nic (@thewharfsportscards)

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2025/03/13

This week on Auction Talk, Nic and I dive into the latest trends, key sales, and the cards collectors are chasing. From rare ‘90s inserts to modern monsters, we cover it all, including:The Tom Brady 2004 Fleer EX Essential Credentials Now /19 jersey number copy and why it might be undervalued.A 1998 Ultra Masterpieces Cal Ripken Jr. 1/1 and the case for Ripken getting more hobby love.The coveted 1998 Ken Griffey Jr. Red Crusade /25 and why these cards matter to collectors How Caitlin Clark

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26:06

Conversations Are Currency: The Power of Talking to...

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2025/03/12

The best collectors don’t go at it alone. Conversations shape the way we collect, helping us make smarter purchases, uncover rare finds, and build lasting relationships. In this episode, I break down why talking to other collectors is the most underrated edge in the hobby.I’ll share insights from my recent conversations like what I learned, how they changed my perspective, and why surrounding yourself with the right people will take your collecting to the next level. If you’re not talking

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54:02

Passion to Profession: From Collector to eBay...

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2025/03/10

Adam at AMT Memorabilia turned his passion for collecting into one of the top-selling eBay businesses in the hobby. In this episode of Passion to Profession, he shares his journey from breaking UFC cards for fun to running a full-scale consignment and breaking operation.We talk about:The mindset shift from collecting to businessHis approach to standing out in a crowded marketplaceThe challenges of scaling from a solo operation to a teamHow AMT is bridging the gap between card shows and

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41:53

Buying Smart: Finding Value and Store of Value with...

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2025/03/07

In this episode, I sit down with longtime collector Joey (@the.e.trader) to talk about what it means to identify cards as good stores of value. Joey has built his collection by recognizing opportunities, whether it's picking up rare Kobe PMGs or capitalizing on market shifts in Tom Brady gold parallels.We break down:How to spot undervalued cardsThe balance between collecting and investingWhy understanding a market inside and out gives you an edgeThe importance of buying cards that don’t

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102:42

Auction Talk #54 with Nic (@thewharfsportscards)

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2025/03/06

This week on Auction Talk, Nic from The Wharf Sports Cards and I go deep into auction trends, and the conversation takes a turn right away. We spend time analyzing a key threshold—$3,000—and what it tells us about the market’s health.Collectors are making moves, consolidating into bigger cards, and the numbers back it up. We discuss:The rise in $3K+ sales and what it meansWhy GOATs like MJ, LeBron, Kobe, Brady, and Bonds continue to dominateSet collectors quietly shaping the market (2012

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21:57

Identifying Opportunities Beyond Your Primary Collection

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2025/03/05

Collectors have lanes, but sometimes stepping outside those lanes can lead to some of the most rewarding moments in the hobby. In this episode, I explore what it means to identify opportunities beyond your primary collection. When do you recognize a shift? What drives the decision to explore a new category? How do you balance curiosity with discipline?I share a personal experience of spotting an opportunity, the thought process behind making the move, and why I believe experimentation is

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69:05

Passion to Profession: Being on the Front-End of the...

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2025/03/03

Passion to Profession is back, and this time, we’re diving into the fast-growing world of F1 cards.Mike at Leahi51513, the largest seller of F1 cards on eBay, joins the show to break down how he built a thriving business, why he believes F1 cards are a generational opportunity, and what he’s seeing in collector behavior.We talk about:How F1 cards went from overlooked to must-haveThe global collector base driving demandLessons from the basketball boom and how they apply to F1Why curated

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74:34

Exploring What Luka to the Lakers Tells Us About...

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2025/02/28

Luka Doncic is a Laker. The move that nobody saw coming has sent shockwaves through the NBA and the hobby. How are collectors reacting? What’s happening to Luka’s key cards? And what does this trade say about the player vs. team collecting dynamic?Chris McGill (@chris_hoj) joins me to break it all down. We get into:The immediate market impact on Luka’s cardsHow the trade has shifted collector sentimentThe psychology of player collecting vs. team collectingWhat this move means for Luka’s

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77:46

Auction Talk #53 with Nic (@thewharfsportscards)

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2025/02/27

The latest round of high-end sports card auctions had some absolute monsters, and we’re breaking it all down. From the $579K 1997-98 Skybox E-X2001 Essential Credentials Now /8 Kobe sale to the record-breaking Randy Moss 24 Karat Gold, we’re pulling back the curtain on what happened, what it means, and where things might be headed.Why the Kobe 1997 Credentials Now BGS 9 didn’t crack a millionVictor Wembanyama’s Nebula sale and what it says about the marketA huge night for ‘90s

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22:49

Trust is the Most Important Currency in the Hobby

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2025/02/26

Trust separates the best collectors and businesses from the ones that don’t last. Whether you’re buying, selling, trading, or simply engaging in the hobby, your reputation is everything.In this episode, I break down why trust is the real currency in collecting, how it’s built, how it’s lost, and why it impacts every decision we make. I share a recent personal experience of an effortless deal with a trusted collector and why direct relationships are more valuable than chasing every last

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41:05

Passion to Profession: Building the largest Yu-Gi-Oh!...

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2025/02/24

Passion to Profession is back with another conversation about turning collecting into a business. This time, we're diving into the world of TCG with Aaron (@sassy_otto), the largest Yu-Gi-Oh! seller on eBay.Aaron shares his journey from collecting Yu-Gi-Oh! as a kid to building a full-time business, breaking down:The state of TCGs in 2025—why Pokémon dominates and how Yu-Gi-Oh! is thriving in its niche.The business side of selling cards on eBay—scaling from a side hustle to the top seller

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38:22

The Evolution of Women's Sports Cards with Annemarie...

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2025/02/21

WNBA cards are having a moment, but the history behind them runs deep.In this episode, I sit down with Annemarie (@women.on.topps) to talk about the evolution of women’s sports cards, the growth of WNBA collecting, and why we’re seeing a surge in interest today. She’s been collecting for decades, writes for The Athletic, and knows this space inside and out.We discuss:The early days of WNBA cards and the role of Pinnacle, Fleer, and RittenhouseHow eBay shaped the women’s sports card market

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84:03

Auction Talk #52 with Nic (@thewharfsportscards)

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2025/02/20

One full year of Auction Talk. 52 episodes deep, and we're still going. In this week's episode, we talk through tough collection decisions, selling rare cards for bigger opportunities, and the psychology behind shifting a collection.Massive Auctions: The Randy Moss 24K Gold will become the highest-selling public sale for a Moss card ever. But how much more room does it have to run?Buying & Selling Strategies: When is the right time to list a card as a Buy-It-Now vs. sending it to

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21:33

The Cards That Withstand the Test of Time In Our...

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2025/02/19

Some cards come and go. Others refuse to leave.In this episode of Stacking Slabs, we’re talking about the longest-tenured cards in our collections. The ones that have survived every buy, sell, and trade. The ones that mean something deeper than just market value.I asked collectors: What’s the longest-tenured card in your collection? The responses were incredible, cards tied to childhood, first big purchases, personal milestones, and moments that shaped collecting journeys.This episode is

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75:49

Card Ladder Confidential #5 with Chris (@chris_hoj)...

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2025/02/18

Luka Doncic traded to the Lakers. Patrick Mahomes’ Super Bowl letdown. The evolving psychology of player vs. team collecting.Card Ladder Confidential 5 dives deep into how collectors react to monumental shifts in sports, from Mahomes’ analytics nightmare to Luka shaking up the NBA’s biggest brand. Brett, Chris, and Josh break down the ripple effects of these moments on the hobby, from flipper dynamics to shifting collector strategies.They also tackle a burning question, should collectors

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54:15

Passion to Profession: 21 Years of Selling Cards on...

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2025/02/17

In this episode of Passion to Profession, we’re talking with Chris and Nick from QuickConsign, one of the most well-known consignment businesses in the hobby. If you've ever bought a card on eBay, chances are you've come across their listings.We dive into:The origins of QuickConsign and how they scaled to over 1.1 million items sold in 21 years.How they’ve built a business that allows collectors to focus on collecting while they handle the selling.The impact of customer service in the

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35:36

Out of Step with the Hobby with Justin...

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2025/02/14

This week, I’m joined by Justin (@outofsteptrading), a collector who does things his own way. His collection stands out, built around NASCAR legends like Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty. But there’s more to it than that.Justin’s approach to collecting is different. He focuses on what he loves, not what’s popular. In this episode, we get into why he embraces being "out of step" with the mainstream hobby, how his passion for punk and hardcore music influences his collecting, and what makes

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