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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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60:33

Card Ladder Confidential #14 w/ Chris and Josh from...

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2025/11/13

In this episode of Card Ladder Confidential, Brett sits down with Chris and Josh from Card Ladder for a collector’s conversation that hits every corner of the hobby. They start with what they’re thankful for, move into Josh’s viral post about keeping the hobby about cards—not crypto or stocks—and unpack why financial talk often drowns out what makes collecting meaningful.The group explores the long-term health of the hobby, the fine line between investing and collecting, and the growing

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25:38

Making Moves: Strategy, Execution, and Adaptation

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2025/11/12

When prices rise and excitement fills the air, it’s easy to feel like you’re missing out.But real collecting isn’t about chasing hype — it’s about making smart moves that stand the test of time.In this flagship episode, Brett breaks down his personal playbook for collecting with purpose in a bull market.He shares how strategy, execution, and adaptation shape long-term success and help collectors stay grounded when things heat up.You’ll hear about:How to think strategically when the market

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39:24

Passion to Profession: Going All-In with Dave at...

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2025/11/10

In this episode of Passion to Profession, presented by eBay, Brett reconnects with Dave, owner of Sport Card Auctions, who turned his side hustle into a thriving full-time business.Dave shares what it’s like to go all in on the hobby after selling his pizza shop, how he’s navigating a booming 2025 market, and why staying small and remote has helped him grow fast without losing control.They cover everything from eBay’s impact on consignment to why collectors are flocking to Jordan rookies,

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51:59

The WNBA Card Podcast: If We Ran Panini What We'd Do...

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2025/11/08

What would happen if collectors were in charge of Panini?In this episode, Katelyn and Brett put on their CEO hats and share what they’d change to elevate the WNBA card hobby. From transparency in release schedules to better product balance and stronger marketing, they lay out a collector-first roadmap for the future.They talk wins (lean product cycles, legitimacy, stars at the forefront) and misses (timing, pricing, missed opportunities). They also draft their ideal product lineup,

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100:58

The Football Card Podcast #20: The Truth About...

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2025/11/07

Pack and Brett sit down with Chris McGill, cofounder of Card Ladder, to talk about the connection between data, emotion, and the collector’s mindset.They break down:The $93,000 Tom Brady Certified rookie sale and what it means for collectorsWhy some cards gain cultural significance while others stay hiddenThe market for Mahomes, NT shields, and why player-worn still mattersThe role of social media in shaping how we collectChris’ McCaffrey Finite chase and how collectors balance logic and

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50:30

10 Lessons the Hobby Taught Me This Month

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2025/11/06

In this episode, Brett shares ten lessons that shaped his perspective on collecting this past month. From emotional connection and nostalgia to the psychology of chasing, filtering noise in a booming market, and why integrity still matters most, this one covers it all.Brett reflects on how personal meaning drives collecting decisions, why dopamine hits from the chase can be both thrilling and dangerous, and how adopting a CEO mindset helps collectors build with intention. He also digs into

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26:44

Community: How Relationships Shape Our Hobby Journey

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2025/11/05

Community sits at the center of collecting. It shapes what we chase, who we connect with, and how we grow.In this episode, Brett explores how relationships define our hobby journey. From DM threads to parking lot deals, he shares stories that show how collectors help each other find meaning and momentum.You’ll hear why trust, communication, and shared passion always win, and how the right people can reignite your love for collecting when motivation runs low. This one’s for every collector

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49:25

The Staging Area #11: Diving into the Hobby Middle Class

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2025/11/04

Most collectors aren’t dropping five figures on a single card. In this episode of The Staging Area presented by dcsports87, Brett and Tory dig into the heart of the hobby — the middle class. They break down what defines the $1–$500 range, why these cards often get overlooked, and how collectors can thrive in this segment. They also cover:The rise of athlete integration in the hobbyEarly takeaways from Topps Basketball and Bowman UniversitySurging goat prices and what’s driving themWhy

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59:09

Passion to Profession: Optimizing Joy for Collectors...

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2025/11/03

In this episode of Passion to Profession presented by eBay, Brett sits down with Tim Getsch Founder and Chief Product Officer at COMC, to explore how the platform became the home for the $5 card market and what that means for collectors today.Tim shares why COMC’s mission has always been about optimizing joy for collectors, not chasing speculators. He breaks down what’s really happening in the $5 card economy, how COMC is evolving to handle growing demand, and why he believes the future of

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51:55

The WNBA Card Podcast: The Bowman U Era and the...

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2025/11/01

Bowman Chrome University is back, and this time we’re asking a big question—what would need to be true for women’s Bowman Chrome U cards to mirror Bowman Baseball’s success?Katelyn (@coldlunchcards) and Brett dive deep into the rise of college card collecting, the impact of NIL, and how the Bowman “first” tag is changing the women’s basketball market. From Caitlin Clark’s $78,000 Superfractor sale to Juju Watkins’ latest gold refractor, we explore how college fans are turning into

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85:32

The Football Card Podcast #19: Bowman U, Black...

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2025/10/31

Pack Nicholson and Brett McGrath are joined by Josh Johnson from Cardboard Chronicles for a packed conversation that covers every corner of the football card hobby. The trio dives into Bowman University Football and the future of college cards in the NIL era, breaks down their collecting updates (including a Bijan 1/1 and a Tyquan Lewis Black Finite), and debates the biggest “what ifs” in NFL history—from Drew Brees’ near-miss with Miami to Andrew Luck’s early retirement.They wrap with a

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31:19

Prizm Lives On: The Legacy that was Built

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2025/10/30

Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored the story of Prizm from every angle — its rise, its impact, and its meaning to collectors.In this final episode of the trilogy, Brett brings it all home. He talks about the psychology behind why we chase, the ritual of collecting, and how Prizm became more than a product — it became culture.From the early Silvers and Golds to Black Finites and Gold Vinyl, this conversation is about legacy, community, and the connection that keeps collectors coming

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21:26

Letting Go: The Psychology of Evolving Your Collection

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2025/10/29

Growth in collecting isn’t only about what you add. It’s also about what you let go of.In this episode, Brett explores the psychology behind selling cards, detaching from pieces you once loved, and how that process shapes the evolution of your collection.You’ll hear how emotional bias, fear of regret, and market conditions can influence your decisions — and why letting go can be the most freeing move a collector can make.If you’ve been wrestling with a card you’re unsure about selling, this

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50:09

Built for the Hobby: Humanizing the Hobby Through...

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2025/10/28

In this episode of Built for the Hobby, Brett sits down with Scott Lock, CEO and Co-Founder of InfernoRed Technology, to talk about how technology can make collecting more personal, not less.They discuss why automation doesn’t have to feel cold, how platforms like eBay Live and dcsports87 are using tech to build real relationships, and why human-centered design should guide every decision hobby businesses make.Scott shares stories from inside InfernoRed’s work with hobby brands, lessons on

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50:18

Passion to Profession: Navigating the 2025 Bull...

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2025/10/27

Mike from MC Sports Cards is back on Passion to Profession, presented by eBay.In this episode, Mike breaks down how the current bull market feels different from 2021 and why focusing on quality over quantity continues to separate his business. He shares his perspective from the front lines of the hobby—running high-end consignments, navigating collector psychology, and adapting to the demands of a growing market.We also talk about the evolution of MC’s business model, the rise of case hits

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49:54

The WNBA Card Podcast: What the Return of Donruss...

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2025/10/25

Donruss is back in the WNBA for the first time since 2019, and collectors are buzzing.In this episode, Brett and Katelyn talk about what this release means for the WNBA card market, how it lands in the middle of a historic rookie class, and what it teaches us about how collectors approach new products.They discuss Paige Bueckers, Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen, and how timing shapes collector behavior.If you’ve been thinking about how to handle new releases—or what this moment means for the

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79:37

Episode #18: Peyton Manning, the Kaboom Room, and the...

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2025/10/24

Pack and Brett are back for Episode 18 — the Peyton Manning episode. They kick things off with a trip down memory lane, reliving the Sheriff’s impact on football and collecting. Then it’s time to enter the Kaboom Room to unpack updates to 2025 Absolute Football, including new Super Bowl Kabooms, golds, greens, and the new purple parallel.The guys talk about the staying power of Kabooms, the psychology of collecting, and what happens when collectors start thinking about trimming their PCs to

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56:28

From Underdog to Standard Bearer: The Full Story of...

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2025/10/23

Prizm went from an unknown product in 2012 to the defining set of an entire era.In this episode, Brett breaks down the data, psychology, and collector behavior that fueled Prizm’s rise from underdog to hobby standard. Using insights from Card Ladder, collector conversations, and his own experiences, Brett explores how consistency, accessibility, and collector emotion built one of the most powerful brands in modern collecting.He also looks ahead to what happens next as Fanatics takes over,

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26:11

Building With Intention: The CEO Mindset for Your PC

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2025/10/22

This week on Stacking Slabs, Brett dives into one of his favorite ideas: You’re the CEO of your PC.In this flagship episode, he explores what it means to build your collection with intention—especially in a bull market full of distractions. From defining a vision and setting strategy to creating personal frameworks that guide your pickups, Brett walks through how to move from reactionary collecting to purposeful collecting. He shares personal stories from his Colts and Pacers projects,

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55:10

The Staging Area #10: When the Hobby Gets Too Efficient

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2025/10/21

The hobby’s never had more data, tools, or transparency. But are we losing something in the process?In this episode, Brett and Tory dig into the launch of the new dcsports87 app and how it’s changing communication between consignors and collectors. Then they explore a bigger question — what happens when the market becomes too efficient?From the $8K LeBron Downtown PSA 10 to the $7,877 1953 Topps Mantle and the timing of that Jackson Dart XRC Gold sale, the guys break down how data, emotion,

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