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Cards on Blast

Cards On Blast is hosted by lifelong friends JT & The Bird, who have shared over 32 years of friendship and a passion for collecting. Each episode, they dive into the world of sports cards, ripping packs, analyzing prices, and uncovering the rich history behind the hobby. But more than just cards, it’s about sports, stories, and the banter of two friends who love to talk. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, new 30-minute episodes drop regularly—so don’t miss out!

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🔥 City Spotlight: Miami | Cards On Blast 🔥

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2026/02/25

Welcome back to Cards On Blast — your home for the latest trading card news, market moves, and deep dives into the culture of collecting. JT & The Bird are back, and this week we’re taking the show to MIAMI 🌴🔥We kick things off with Hobby Headlines, breaking down early 2025 Prizm Football Manga pricing, first looks at Tomorrowland Cosmic Chrome, Topps Finest Fantastic Four 65th, and more. Plus, we react to Copper Flagg pulling up to Indy Card Exchange and dropping $7K on Kon Knueppel cards

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92:38

The Collector’s Mindset - From Trading Cards to Comic...

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2026/02/12

Is the collectibles market hitting a new ceiling, or are we just getting started?In this episode, we dive deep into a record-breaking month for the hobby. We cover the staggering $13 million private sale of Batman #1 and Superman #1, and the historic $15 million Nicolas Cage copy of Action Comics #1 that has officially redefined "blue-chip" assets.But it’s not just about the millionaires; we’re looking at how Bandai is declaring war on One Piece scalpers with strict new rules, the "perfect" science

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93:59

City Spotlight: Pittsburgh

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2026/02/06

Welcome back to Cards On Blast, your home for the latest trading card news, market moves, and deep dives into the world of collecting. This week, JT and the Bird are heading to Western PA to shine the spotlight on Pittsburgh, a city with some of the most storied franchises and "blue-chip" legends in the hobby.🎙️ In This Episode:📰 Hobby HeadlinesThe Blue X-Fractor Fumble: Topps advertised exclusive Blue X-Fractors in their 2025–26 Chrome Basketball Mega Boxes, but collectors found only silvers. We

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75:17

Windy City Takeover

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2026/01/29

Episode 34 - Windy City Takeover | Cards On Blast ⚾🏀🏈🏒Welcome back to Cards On Blast, your home for the latest card news, market moves, and deep dives into the world of collecting. This week, JT and the Bird are taking a trip to the 312! We’re breaking down the legendary sports history of Chicago and how the icons of the Windy City still dominate the card market today.But first, the hobby is on fire! We’re discussing the massive $1.1M Paul Skenes sale, the upcoming 2026 Topps flagship changes,

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64:42

The “City of Brotherly Love”

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2026/01/26

PHILLY IS IN THE BUILDING! 🔔⚾️🦅🏀Episode 33 of Cards on Blast is live, and we’re taking the City Spotlight to the 215! From the Broad Street Bullies to the "Process," Philadelphia has some of the most legendary cards and characters in the hobby.In this episode: 🏙️ The Philly Mount Rushmore: Mike Schmidt, Dr. J, Reggie White, and Bobby Clarke. Who’s your #1 Philly icon? 📉 Hobby Headlines: Is Beckett moving to a PSA-style upcharge model? We break down the rumors. 🐢 MTG Turtle Takeover: The

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80:47

Shipping Up To Boston - City Spotlight

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2026/01/07

This week on Cards On Blast, JT and the Bird are heading to the "City of Champions." We’re taking a deep dive into the legendary Boston sports market, from the multi-million dollar Tom Brady rookies to the vintage grails of Bill Russell and Ted Williams. If it wears the Red, White, Blue, or Green, we’re talking about its place in your collection.But first, we have to address the "statistical impossibility" rocking the hobby. We break down the Filthbomb Controversy: How did one breaker pull three MLB

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71:07

NYC Spotlight – The Mecca of the Hobby

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2025/12/31

Is New York City the most valuable "Hobby City" in the world? In this episode, JT and the Bird take a bite out of the Big Apple to explore the legendary cards and icons that define the NYC market.In this episode:🚨 UK Breaking Scandal: We dive into "The Hobby Box" controversy and the alleged pack-switch that has the community demanding transparency.🗽 City Spotlight: From the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle to Derek Jeter’s SP Foil, we break down why the "New York Premium" is real.🏀 The Garden &

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69:00

City Spotlight San Francisco (Bay Area)

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2025/12/24

🚨 EPISODE 30 ALERT! 🚨 Get ready for a monumental City Spotlight on the San Francisco (Bay Area)! This episode is packed with game-changing hobby news: Is Collectors Holdings facing an FTC antitrust probe? You won't believe the $3.17 millionprice tag on a rare Kobe/Jordan dual Logoman! We also track the hottest 2025 Topps Chrome sales, marvel at a record-breaking Cooper Flagg card, and preview all the exciting new product releases.But that's not all! We're celebrating the legends who define Bay

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Episode 29 - City Spotlight: Los Angeles

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2025/12/18

Welcome back to the show! In Episode 29, we're taking a deep dive into the legendary players worth collecting of the City of Angels: Los Angeles!🔥 Hobby Headlines & Record SalesWe kick things off with major hobby news, including the massive acquisition of Beckett by Collectors (the parent company of PSA) and what it means for the grading landscape. Then, we break down the Top 5 Non-Sports Card Sales of 2025, featuring a record-smashing 1977 Star Wars Luke Skywalker card, a half-million dollar

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64:42

Episode 28 - Time for an Upgrade | The PSA Debate

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2025/12/11

Is it time to move on from PSA? We tackle the biggest controversy in the hobby, breaking down the mounting accusations against PSA—from backlogs and inconsistent grading to conflicts of interest and the SGC acquisition. Don't submit another card until you hear our take on why collectors are now considering alternatives like Beckett, CGC, and the new AI-graders!💥 Hobby Headlines & Major SalesThe $1.2 Million Man: Shohei Ohtani sets a new record with a jaw-dropping $1.2M bid on his 1/1 Gold

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59:27

Episode 27 - The 384k Kobe Case, Toyotathon Cards &...

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2025/12/10

This week on the show, the guys are back to break down a wild week of six-figure sales and unexpected hobby crossovers. We kick things off with Hobby Headlines, looking at a massive auction result for a rare Kobe Bryant "All-Time Buckets" diamond autograph set that hammered for nearly $400k, plus a Shohei Ohtani Bowman Chrome that proves the Japanese superstar is still king of the market.Also in the news: Is "Toyotathon" the new Hobby Holiday? We discuss the bizarre but brilliant collaboration

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63:27

Episode 26 - The Themeless Episode

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2025/10/29

🔥 HOBBY HEADLINES: The historic, uncut 1951 Bowman Sheet featuring the Mickey Mantle rookie card hits auction—it's a "sports collecting unicorn"! Plus, Topps launches its new Fanatics Exclusive Value Boxes for the 2025-26 NBA season, giving collectors a budget-friendly shot at big autographs from stars like Wemby and Curry.🚨 RELEASE NEWS: We look at this week's drops (Upper Deck Premier Hockey, Bowman Chrome U Football, Panini Absolute Football) and reveal a major date shift: the 2025/26 Topps

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Episode 25 - The Happiest Cards On Earth

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2025/10/23

From Lorcana’s runaway success to Topps Chrome Disney autographs, the magic of Disney collectibles is heating up the hobby! This week, we dive deep into the multi-generational appeal of Disney trading cards and the massive market they’ve created.We’ll break down the story behind Lorcana, the trading card game from Ravensburger that has sold over a billion cardsand become a key revenue driver for the company. We track the price history from The First Chapter through Reign of Jafar and debate whether

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Episode 24 - Parallel Universe

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2025/10/16

🎧 Episode 24 – Parallel Universe: Have Parallels Gone Too Far?The hobby’s rainbow has never been brighter — or more crowded. In this episode of Cards On Blast, JT and The Bird explore the ever-expanding world of parallels and ask the big question: have card companies pushed it too far? From Panini’s 80+ color variations to Topps’ glittering holiday releases, the guys break down the rise of parallels over the past decade and what it means for collectors today.Plus, they unpack the latest Hobby

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Episode 23 – “Cards Blasting Off”

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2025/10/11

Topps NBA Returns & $7K Flawless BreaksThis week on the show: JT & The Bird rant about collector headaches and celebrate a monumental return!The Hot Topics:Prizm Parallel Madness: We dive into the frustration of card over-saturation, slamming the reported 85 variationsof the Anthony Edwards card in the new 2024 Prizm set.The NBA is Topps Again! The huge news is official: The Fanatics/Toppspartnership has taken over the NBA license as of October 1, 2025! Get ready for the first US set,

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Episode 22 – Hunting Hits with the Bird’s Buddy Mason

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2025/10/02

JT & The Bird welcome longtime collector and childhood friend Mason to talk about his collection, organization tips, and grail chases. We also break down the latest Hobby Headlines—including PSA changes, the 2025 Topps Update preview, and Topps Holiday fun—before ripping packs, spotlighting our favorite pulls, and showing off this week’s Card of the Week.Follow us on Instagram & X: @Cards_On_Blast Next week: Greg from Nor-Cal Sports Shop joins us for a deep dive into hockey & vintage

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Episode 21 – Ka-Pow! Comic Cards Through the Ages

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2025/09/25

Episode 21 – Ka-Pow! Comic Cards Through the AgesIn this episode of Cards On Blast, JT and The Bird dive into the colorful world of comic book trading cards — from the very first Superman set of the 1940s to the shiny modern Marvel Chrome of today. Along the way, they share hobby headlines including Topps’ first-ever Shoeless Joe Jackson card, Nick Kurtz rookie hype, and Michael Jordan’s legendary “closed eyes” sneakers hitting auction.The guys crack open a modern comic card pack, spotlight some

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65:51

Episode 20 – Sunday Heroes, Monday Prices

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2025/09/12

Week 1 of the NFL season is in the books, and the card market is already shifting! JT and The Bird break down the biggest Sunday standouts, Monday market movers, and the cards you should be watching right now.#SportsCards #NFL #FootballCards #CardCollecting #SportsCardPodcast #CardMarket #CardsOnBlast

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Episode 19 – Odd Cards Through History

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2025/09/03

Not every trading card is about stats, rookies, or superheroes. Some are strange, some are hilarious, and some are just downright bizarre. In this episode, JT and The Bird dig into the oddest cards ever made—from the infamous Billy Ripken “bat knob” mishap, to Garbage Pail Kids, to Allen & Ginter relics made with hair, fossils, and even celebrity wedding menus.We’ll also cover the latest hobby headlines, including Caitlin Clark’s $500,000+ card sale and Pete Rose’s historic batting gloves

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68:51

Episode 18 - Stacked & Sorted: Organizing Your...

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2025/08/27

🎙️ Episode 18 is live! “Stacked & Sorted: Organizing Your Collection”From shoeboxes to slabs, JT & The Bird break down the best ways to keep your cards safe, sorted, and ready to show off. Whether you’re team binders, boxes, or apps—we’ve got you covered.Tune in now and get your collection from chaos to collection!Hashtags: #CardsOnBlast #SportsCards #CardCollector #HobbyTalk #CardCollecting #SportsCardCommunity #CardShowLife #TradingCards #SportsCardHobby #HobbyCollectors

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