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June 13, 2022

PSA Sub Reveal

We’re assuming you’ve listened to the most recent episode (#119) and heard about our PSA sub - Ricky did quite well, and pulled out a PSA 10 on the LeBron Revolution that was the centerpiece of a trade proposal between Chad and himself.&…

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June 13, 2022

WWE Revolution!

WWE Revolution!

Chad and Ricky recently opened up some WWE Revolution.1. Because they’re big wrestling fans2. Because what else can you open for $100ish a box these days!?The cards are great looking, especially with all the Flair 😉 and colors, a perfect…

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June 11, 2022

Custom display cases!

Custom display cases!

Finally! Chad’s belated birthday gift was a splash from downtown! Ricky and I really wanted to give him something to highlight his recent LeBron and Curry dual game-used patch booklet. If you’re interested in customizing your…

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May 21, 2022

To Autograph, or not to Autograph-That is the Question.

To Autograph, or not to Autograph-That is the Question.

This week, the guys discuss whether or not Ricky should have his newly-acquired Barry Sanders Clearly Donruss Downtown insert autographed at the National. We've heard initial thoughts from some Pack-a-Maniacs.Tim feels Ricky should have one of the…

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May 9, 2022

Panini Downtown!

Panini Downtown!

Episode 114 took a good look at Panini's "From Downtown" (now just "Downtown" to most) insert series.We each had entirely different top 3 and favorite Downtown for different reasons.Motor City and the LionsThe color-matched background, uni…

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April 27, 2022

Off for Grading!

Off for Grading!

In episode 111 we discussed a PSA submission with cards from a listener and a couple from Chad's PC.  I (Chad) decided to go with the Mac Jones to give our listeners some insight on how acetate cards would grade; you're welcome :) . &nbs…

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April 23, 2022

In-Person Autographs and Reviewing Cards for Grading Submissions

In-Person Autographs and Reviewing Cards for Grading Submissions

Thoughts on the value and desirability of in-person autographs can be quite divisive!One of the more fun topics this week ended up being pens and markers to use, especially the colors!For example, this Steph Curry auto on eBay: is the yellow pai…

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April 22, 2022

Leveling up

Leveling up

Episode 111 had Chad & Ricky discuss leveling up in the hobby.  Chad sold a number of cards to acquire the appropriate financing for the 2012 Prizm Russell Wilson Silver Prizm Auto, what do you think of the move?  

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March 27, 2022

The Kobe Auto

The Kobe Auto

As promised from the instagram post, once again here is the story (for the last time, I promise) of the Kobe autograph.  May 1997 the Utah Jazz were taking on the LA Lakers in the Western Conference playoffs.  As a 13 year old kid…

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March 21, 2022

It sold for what?!

It sold for what?!

$10,500 private sale in Bitcoin 😳🤯

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March 18, 2022

MANSCAPED™

MANSCAPED™

Let's play balls!We've paired ours up with MANSCAPED™ - it's time to take care of yours the right way! Support your favorite sports card podcast by heading on over to their website to browse through the best products in men's grooming!…

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March 12, 2022

1990s Inserts March Madness

1990s Inserts March Madness

Nominated by you and voted on by the committee, here is your 1990s Inserts tournament bracket!Don't forget to take a photo of your PC cards from teams in the bracket and post them to Instagram using the #pttfmarchmadness 

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March 5, 2022

eBay – Sticking it to the Little Guy since 1995

eBay – Sticking it to the Little Guy since 1995

eBay, the multinational e-commerce behemoth—which generated over $13 billion in profits in 2021, sold one trading card every second during 2020, and sold a record-breaking $2 billion of trading cards during the first half of 2021—is stil…

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March 5, 2022

What was in the box(es)??

What was in the box(es)??

We had quite the week of mail, especially Ricky, who surprised us all by making a few great PC purchases!

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Feb. 27, 2022

Success and Failure Rates of Top MLB Prospects

Success and Failure Rates of Top MLB Prospects

Per episode 104, here is the information written by Scott McKinney from 2011  royalsreview.com  Check out the full article here: https://www.royalsreview.com/2011/2/14/1992424/success-and-failure-rates-of-top-mlb-prospects

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Feb. 21, 2022

I think I've become a Von Miller collector

I think I've become a Von Miller collector

2022 has been quite a different year in the hobby for me.  Box prices are still ridiculously high despite the continued downward trend of low -end and mid-end card prices, and submissions to grading companies still don't make for a great flippi…

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Feb. 20, 2022

Hobby Box of 2022 Topps Series 1

Hobby Box of 2022 Topps Series 1

We opened a well above-average box this week during the show: Acuña Home Field Advantage and a Springer auto /25!Any thoughts on which you’d rather open: a hobby box or jumbo box?

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Feb. 12, 2022

The Greek... Copyright Infringement?

Giannis is very protective of the "Greek Freak" moniker! Leaf was sued for using that nickname on cards in 2020.How many times has the Giannis Antetokounmpo legal team gone after people for this same thing?  If you guessed 51 times, you'd be …

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Feb. 5, 2022

Card Ladder Showcase

Chad here- I'm still on a bit of a hold on buying cards while I await funds to build but I did spend some time today with a fun new feature of Card Ladder (Pro membership): Showcase.  Card Ladder is not an advertiser of the show, in fa…

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Jan. 29, 2022

Deeeeeeeeeeez Nuts!

Deeeeeeeeeeez Nuts!

Deez Nuts (FULL VIDEO) - WelvenDaGreat (Bruh Momento) - YouTube Inspired by the incredible YouTube video, here is the photo and eBay listing for the glorious Kaboom!https://www.ebay.com/itm/203792682390?hash=item2f72fd8d96%3Ag%3AYX8AAOS…

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Jan. 15, 2022

Logan Paul Pokemon 1st Edition Case

Logan Paul Pokemon 1st Edition Case

This is not only highly entertaining but certainly has drive discussion.  We don't claim to be a historical timeline of events but we found the following links to be informative and entertaining: Post from pokebeach.com detailing the…

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Jan. 8, 2022

EPISODE 98: PSA submission data for 12/2021

EPISODE 98: PSA submission data for 12/2021

Here are some graphs to supplement the discussion during the show.  These graphs were taken from a Sports Card Investor blog post and data from gemrate.comEnjoy!-Chad      

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