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The Hobby Handbook

Welcome to The Hobby Handbook, your go-to guide for turning passion into profit in the world of sports card collecting. Hosted by the Clever Cuban Cards, this podcast peels back the layers of the fast-growing trading card industry, showing how a simple hobby can become a side hustle or even a full-time gig. From flipping cards to grading, building community to leveraging market trends, each episode dives into the real business behind the cardboard. Whether you"re ripping packs for the thrill or

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60:48

Are Whatnot Sellers Ruining the Hobby? New Co-Host...

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2026/03/05

Clever Cuban Cards kicks off a new era of The Hobby Handbook by officially introducing a new co-host: Trent Litjes (AKA JetBreakersTrent)First, Alex and Trent do a quick Trent deep dive, including his background as an active-duty U.S. Air Force captain, how he got into collecting, and why he keeps cards as a fun side hustle (plus who he’s chasing right now and why).Then they jump into the hobby chaos of the week, including the latest Whatnot “crashouts” and the bigger conversation around

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44:23

Topps Replaced 5 Missing Autos: This Is What They Sent

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2026/02/26

In this episode of The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards breaks down the Topps Pristine “missing hits” situation and what happened after Topps confirmed five missing autographs and tried to make it right. The turnaround was fast, but the replacement autos and their value raise a bigger question: What does “making it right” actually mean in a $470+ box product?Then we pivot to a full recap of the Nashville Card Show from both sides of the table: what it’s like as a dealer, how to negotiate as a

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60:26

2026 MLB Season Preview: Best Card Buys & Rookie...

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2026/02/19

This week on The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards is joined by Jetbreakers Trent to break down everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 MLB season.But before we get to the baseball, we have to talk about Clever Cuban's horror story about ripping 2026 Topps Pristine (missing 5 autos in 4 boxes!) and the frustrating state of "insufficient evidence" claims when you get shorted. The duo also dives into the latest news at PSA regarding price increases and slower turnaround times, debating what

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52:57

How to Figure Out the Value of Your Sports Cards

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2026/02/12

On this week's episode of the Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards is diving deep into the most common question in the hobby: how do you figure out what your cards are actually worth? He breaks down the difference between list price and sold price, and walks you through the exact tools he uses, like 130 Point and CardLadder, to get accurate numbers for your collection.We also cover the latest hobby news, including country star Luke Combs' new interest in the hobby and honest thoughts on the

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74:14

How Packman Could Have Avoided CRASHING OUT On-Stream

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2026/02/05

This week on The Hobby Handbook, ⁠ @CleverCubanCards ⁠ is joined by Nick from ⁠ All Day Collectibles ⁠ to break down the biggest story in the hobby: the Packman "Midnight Basketball" controversy (10:59). We look at the situation not to pile on, but to ask the real questions: how did a veteran creator end up "crashing out" on stream, and more importantly, how can sellers handle a dead room without turning on their chat?We also discuss the "guaranteed value" trap, the ethical lines of breaker

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42:07

Did Topps Just Ruin Stadium Club? (Plus: Hobby...

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2026/01/29

This week, Clever Cuban Cards comes to you from a frozen Nashville to break down a week filled with broken trust in the Hobby. We dive into the 2025 Stadium Club pre-order fiasco. Topps originally marketed Hobby boxes as containing 9 Chrome cards, only to quietly change the packaging and announce via email that the final product will have zero Chrome base or parallel cards.We also turn our attention to the massive fallout involving the "Ryan's Cards LLC" Discord group, including allegations of

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71:08

The Blueprint: How To PROFIT From Bowman Draft...

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2026/01/22

In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards recaps his first eBay Live, sharing insights from his first experience on the platform. He discusses the highs and lows of the event, including unexpected bidding wars and the challenges of extended bidding times. Alex also explores the intricacies of card valuation and the importance of pre-listing items for transparency.Plus, Montgomery Club is no longer, the best and worst Arena Club trades Alex has received and an early review of his

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50:15

Topps Black & White Scandal? New 2026 Series 1 Design...

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2026/01/15

This week on The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards breaks down a massive potential scandal involving the Topps Black & White set. Following a deep dive investigation by a Reddit user, the data suggests that the highly sought-after "Golden Hour" parallels were virtually impossible to pull from pre-order boxes, while release-day boxes were loaded with them. We look at the staggering math behind these odds and debate whether this was a catastrophic distribution error or a case of false

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52:53

2026 NFL Playoff Predictions & Sports Card Market...

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2026/01/08

The NFL Playoffs are finally here! In this episode of The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards and guest Brendan fill out their 2026 playoff brackets, debate their Super Bowl winners, and break down exactly how you should handle your sports card investments during the postseason.Should you sell into the hype or hold for a Super Bowl run? We discuss the "Zig when they Zag" strategy for maximizing profits on quarterbacks like Justin Herbert, Josh Allen, and Trevor Lawrence. Plus, we dive deep whether

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59:12

The Reality of Being Married to a Sports Card Content...

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2025/12/31

For this special New Year’s episode of The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards is joined by Mrs. Clever Cuban Cards (4:26).We pull back the curtain on what it’s actually like being married to someone obsessed with sports cards. She holds nothing back, sharing her honest perspective on the constant filming, the state of Alex's card "office," and the financial reality of turning the sports card hobby into a business in 2025. Plus, we address the elephant in the room: Does Alex's constant eBay

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48:59

MLB Offseason Best Buys: Prospects, Rookies & Vets to...

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2025/12/24

Spring Training is less than 90 days away! In this Christmas Eve special of The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards breaks down the MLB offseason market and shares his top targets to buy before the baseball hype cycle kicks back into high gear.From top-tier prospects like Roman Anthony and Walker Jenkins to undervalued rookies like James Wood and vets like Shohei Ohtani, we cover who you should be watching (and buying) right now. Plus, Alex shares critical market strategies: knowing when a

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58:36

The Big Business Behind Low-End Sports Cards

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2025/12/18

Clever Cuban Cards is joined by Alex Biggs (aka @BiggzyRips) to break down the gritty reality—and profitability—of the low-end sports card market (8:40). While everyone is chasing five-figure slabs, Alex explains how he pays the bills with $2 cards by mastering volume and consistency. We dive into the tech that makes it possible, including his investment in a Ricoh scanner (22:50) and using AI software (12:50) like Card Dealer Pro (30:10) to list hundreds of cards in minutes.Before all that,

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61:16

5 Tips for Becoming an Overnight Success Selling...

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2025/12/11

In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Alex sits down with Nick Morris, also known as All Day Collectibles, to discuss his meteoric rise in the card trading world. From his early days as a collector in the 80s to building a thriving community on Whatnot, Nick shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of the hobby.They delve into the intricacies of sourcing inventory, the importance of community engagement, and the strategies behind successful live streams. Whether you're a seasoned

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49:23

12 Bold Predictions for The Hobby in 2026

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2025/12/04

Welcome back to The Hobby Handbook with Alex, aka Clever Cuban Cards! In this solo episode, we’re dusting off the crystal ball to look ahead at what 2026 holds for the sports card market. But before we get to the future, we have to look back at the wild ride that was 2025.From Fanatics' total takeover and the explosion of the high-end market to the "Rise of the Repack" and the unfortunate stumble of SGC, 2025 changed the game. We break down the biggest storylines of the year, including the

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40:43

Giving Thanks to the Sports Card Hobby, Probstein...

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2025/11/26

Clever Cuban Cards, AKA Alex, kicks off this week's episode with a discussion on the recent controversies surrounding the Snype auction platform, highlighting the technical glitches and questionable activities that have raised eyebrows in the community. He shares his skepticism about Probstein's future, emphasizing the importance of choosing trustworthy sites for buying and selling cards.The conversation then shifts to PSA's recent changes in turnaround times and pricing, with personal

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57:02

Hobby Hot Takes: Singles vs Wax, ARod vs Jeter & WWE...

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2025/11/20

In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Joe from Cut the Nonsense, joins host Alex, AKA Clever Cuban Cards, to talk hobby hot takes from singles vs wax, Jeter vs ARod, the relevance of WWE cards, whether the hobby actually wants accurate grading and more. They also share insights on the rising trends in the baseball card market, focusing on Shohei Ohtani's influence. The conversation shifts to the high-stakes world of high-end card chases and their potential impact on the hobby's future. The guys

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54:05

Is it Still Worth Grading Cards With SGC?

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2025/11/13

In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards dives into the latest happening in the sports card grading market, focusing on the challenges faced by collectors and sellers in choosing between PSA and SGC.The discussion highlights the impact of grading turnaround times, market liquidity, and the strategic decisions by grading companies that affect hobbyists' choices. Alex and guest Cole explore the implications of SGC's shift to a boutique operation and the dominance of PSA in

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59:28

Building Your Sports Card Hobby Network Like a Pro

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2025/11/06

In today's episode of The Hobby Handbook, @CleverCubanCards is joined by Alex AKA @armyatc22 , a great follow in the hobby space who you may have seen going viral on social media. Alex starts the episode by sharing a Learn From My Mistakes episode on timing your sports card pickups wisely and not falling into major hype moments, like right now with the Dodgers and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. How important is community and networking in the hobby? It's been a major tool for Alex whose made some amazing

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64:33

How to Grow Your Collectibles Business or Side Hustle

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2025/10/30

This week's episode of The Hobby Handbook with @CleverCubanCards is a lesson on how to start or grow your hobby business or side hustle. We're joined by Jim AKA THX10SportsCards, who's relatively new to making the sports card hobby his business. Alex walks him through how he'd recommend growing his hobby business from Whatnot to social media and beyond. Have a question for Alex? Leave it in the comments, or consider booking your own consultation. Join Clever Cuban Cards on Whatsnot on Sundays

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45:41

Timing This PC Pickup PERFECTLY, Nashville Card Show...

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2025/10/23

Did Alex make a mistake in selling his Shohei Ohtani Rookie Auto in 2023? He shares the epic story of making that sale and reflects on whether he regrets it.After nearly two years of hunting for a replacement, Alex finally found a replacement Ohtani that he wanted to buy this weekend at the Nashville Card Show. Not only did he buy that Ohtani auto, he spent the most money he's EVER spent at a card show while buying about 1,700 cards at the show. What's the difference between the BOAT and the

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