A more streamlined episode has the guys going through comments from last week and the results of the silly card of the week. Then Eric begins a brand new week of silly cards with a story told through three images (see this week's community post to vote on your favorite). After discovering the comedic gold of Tom Brady's own YouTube channel, they move on to a grading discussion, following the previously discussed SGC 10 Wilt Chamberlain rookie being crossed over to PSA. The topics range from pop ...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 4Ep. 41
In a historic BIC podcast episode, the guys discuss random foolishness, show off a silly card of the week (with a related prop included), and discuss being more selective in their collecting ventures. Carlos then introduces a new rule #8 to the BIC rules, the first rule issued outside of the Friday Live Stream. Then, in the main topic, the guys discuss some thoughts around breaking and the different ways it can impact both positive and negative collectors. Latest Wrestling card break on @BICWres...
Oct 15, 2024•2 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 40
More regular episode this week as the guys discuss the silly card of the week (which named the title for the episode), some generosity from PSA Canada's Brad, some thoughts on the premise of a "Hobby President" and why Carlos doesn't see it as a useful topic. Then in the main discussion, they go over why some items cause collectors to move heaven and earth to chase them down and look for ways to make those deals happen versus other things that are more in the "nice to have" camp. Latest Wrestlin...
Oct 14, 2024•2 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 39
A super sized deluxe episode this week as the guys ended up discussing some football from this past week, Carlos defines the "Pacific Problem" and how it has become a factor at Upper Deck, and they finish up with discussing some of the challenges of putting together "comps" for limited cards. Specifically the discussion centers around how the price a collector may be willing to buy has little bearing on what the actual "market value" would be or even should be. Latest Wrestling card break on @BI...
Oct 14, 2024•2 hr 36 min•Season 4Ep. 38
This week the guys discuss some thoughts on NFL Week 2 as the Malik Willis era produces a game-managing win while Bryce Young gets benched after descending into the valley of sadness. From there, they go through the regular segments followed by Carlos discussing his first experience setting up at a Card Show this past week for the main topic. He has some stories from the show, such as escaping the "Overlook Hotel" and purchasing the "Grail of Grails," much to Eric's appreciation. The Greater Tor...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Season 4Ep. 37
This week we spend a little time discussing some odds and ends before talking about some of our favorite takeaways from Week 1 in the NFL. Carlos explains how Brandon has successfully employed his patent pending jinx powers on injuring Jordan Love and several other players in Week 1, plus a discussion surrounding the first "Mayo Monday" as the Patriots surprised everyone in actually winning. The brief card topic is some observations on where the Content side is sitting as we head into the Fall s...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 50 min•Season 4Ep. 36
The episode starts with a plea from former WWE star Mick Foley asking for relief from Eric's presence (yes, that does actually happen!) From there, somewhere along the way this episode goes from contemplating the philosophical implications of a hotdog's true nature to a discussion on unlicensed cards and approaches to a hobby budget... somewhat. We'll probably revisit the latter as a more structured discussion, but we definitely touch on the topic for this week. The "sir yacht" YouTube channel m...
Sep 05, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 35
After running through another round of silly cards and some general bantering, the topic shifts to AEW's All In and how Carlos sees that as an example of a "player in decline" and the guys discuss how that idea plays into PC's and collecting. From there the discussion goes to a recent Brock Purdy NT RPA purchase that made it to social media where a dealer hid an obvious flaw with a pricing sticker. How much responsibility goes to the buyer? Latest Wrestling card break on @BICWrestling channel: h...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Season 4Ep. 34
A fun mix of topics as the guys talk about some silly cards as well as high box prices and how collectors should take some accountability in making their own decisions when the value proposition doesn't work anymore. Lastly, Eric commits crimes against cereal while they finish up with a small discussion on the recent re-obsession with the "gambling" side of breaking. Latest Wrestling card break on @BICWrestling channel: https://youtu.be/Ez24h-cVnXw?si=0OhU5C4u3oEiKv_s Thanks to @AMGCollectibles ...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Season 4Ep. 33
After the "revelations" from an interview with the company proclaiming CT Scanning for wax boxes, the guys discuss this again with some of the implications and where things sit currently. Interview from the Sports Card Madness YT channel: https://youtu.be/ZR1XeTMFEm4?si=wGYFUYDV7pvXftQ7 Spitballin' Cards video on the subject: https://youtu.be/IS4Lm6wA-tM?si=KM_e0gBEmxe_q5gM Latest Wrestling card break on @BICWrestling channel: https://youtu.be/Ez24h-cVnXw?si=0OhU5C4u3oEiKv_s Thanks to @AMGCollec...
Aug 14, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Season 4Ep. 32
The weekend brought a local Hamilton area card show that Carlos attended. From there the guys discuss some observations from the show, Carlos shares some stories and they all get to showcase some fun/silly cards for the week. Facebook Page for the Card Show: https://www.facebook.com/CollectiConCanada Latest Wrestling card break on @BICWrestling channel: https://youtu.be/Ez24h-cVnXw?si=0OhU5C4u3oEiKv_s Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socia...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 4Ep. 35
The guys discuss some last thoughts on the National after having watched some of the numerous vlogs. From there they show off some silly cards and then switch to the main discussion of the Burbanks/Fanatics exclusive deal and discuss some implications and some of the feedback from the initial video. @ClementeCollector 's video on National Winners and Losers: https://youtu.be/jbJejd4tk00?si=40P_12Skq6wrnRBQ @mikeorz111 's YouTube hang out video vlog: https://youtu.be/eq6JQwdeG_w?si=EtN91ForwQCQbw...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 4Ep. 34
Live BIC episode for National week, cause why not? Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them: Check out AMG's website: https://amgcollectibles.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/@BICWrestling See Bobbles on their channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bobbles...
Jul 25, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 33
This week we introduce a new silly/interesting card segment. Carlos knocks another card off the dwindling 95’ Modano checklist and the guys spend too much time discussing this development and #playercollector problems. From there the discussion goes to CGC and JSA joining forces to do autograph authentication service, some more thoughts on the Dallas card show robbery based on a Sports Collectors Daily article, and then a main discussion on “Burnout” based on NEO Cards and Comics' video. CGC’s a...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 4Ep. 32
Unfortunately, this is the topic that has made the rounds since the Dallas Show over the weekend. An estimated 7 figures worth of cards were stolen from a well-known vintage dealer at the Dallas card show and after some quick housekeeping items we discuss this, along with some takeaways and our thoughts. Then we end on a lighter note at the end. Sports Collectors Daily article on the theft: https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/2-million-worth-of-vintage-cards-stolen-in-theft-caught-on-camera-at...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Mix of topics to start as we discuss Carlos' upcoming COMC order, some Gemrate data and Brandon and Eric defend the sanctity of the NBA draft which leads to a Taro Tsujimoto reference. Then in the main topic, the guys discuss the role of attachment in our respective collecting and why collecting things we actually like plays into a lot of our collecting choices. Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for t...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 4Ep. 30
As we record this one, Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals is underway. We discuss some of the implications, including the win-win scenario for Eric and possible absolution for his Boston Bruins (no really, the scenario exists!). Then a few minutes of discussion Hobby Palooza from this past weekend. Our Hobby Palooza stream on the @4CollectorsForCollectors channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/HAIGj8PJ5wM?si=LUqAIE4MpBr1wLm7 Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here ar...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 29
A general discussion stemming from a Discord conversation. When some folks who were constantly around in the content space suddenly disappear, does it mean that they are no longer in the hobby, or have they changed how they engage with it? We discuss this, the US Open, Brandon finding another item related to a previous conversation, and more. Our upcoming live stream episode on Hobby Palooza on the @4CollectorsForCollectors channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/HAIGj8PJ5wM?si=gYXiecOHgX_n-J-l In...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Back to a more hobby-oriented episode with some fun discussions in between. A discussion on the update on the fake Jordan Red PMG drama and where things sit with Beckett. Then some random hobby topics, including Ultra Pro suing BCW based on trademarks for Penny Sleeves and Toploaders, begging the question: Why now? And how can they trademark terms that are so generic for the hobby? Hobby Palooza Review episode on the 4 Collectors channel: https://youtu.be/0ZJSPa5zyyY?si=FZnAZTnd5tuAjy93 Latest Y...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 27
This episode mostly discusses the completion of the Western Conference Finals as Carlos and Bobbles have their post-mortem while Eric gets to watch other tortured hockey fans for a change of pace. (1:07:20) Then the discussion shifts to making choices in our collecting and moving on from cards that don't serve us, even if it means selling "iconic" or otherwise desirable cards. Runwithbulls23 IG account referenced for the McDavid cards: https://www.instagram.com/runswithbulls23/ Thanks to @AMGCol...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Season 4Ep. 26
Live BIC episode where Eric pretends to know hockey players while Carlos and Bobbles shake their heads disapprovingly while doing a mini-watch along for Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Finals. Victor from @true_rcs also joined us to chat on the rookie card, have some fun hobby bantering, and join in disapproval of Eric in general. Thanks to Victor for joining us and the chat for their participation. Collection of Exquisite Cards referenced from Twitter: https://x.com/ericwhiteback/status/17...
May 28, 2024•2 hr 46 min•Season 4Ep. 25
A recent Stacking Slabs podcast had Carlos inspired to return to the topic of hobby content and talk it over with Eric and Bobbles to see where they sit on it right now. Slacking Slabs episode that inspired the discussion: https://www.stackingslabs.com/episodes/the-state-of-hobby-content-with-dave-iowa_dave_sportscards Cards & Comics episode on Clemente Collector's channel that was referenced: https://youtu.be/mWjF9z4fsGI?si=ga0VcmP9wq3dioLK Part 4 of the Collecting Pre-War Series from A Col...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 4Ep. 24
Solo-pod as Carlos talks about the Dallas Stars advancing to the Western Conference Finals, what that got him looking at for his PC, and some quick hits on some recent hobby topics. Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them: Check out AMG's website: https://amgcollectibles.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling C...
May 21, 2024•19 min•Season 4Ep. 23
With Rattle Pokemon doing a video on TAG following a former CGC 7.5 Pokemon card that became a TAG 10, we discuss some new thoughts on where things sit with TAG at this point in time and on how this scenario played out. Then Carlos outlines some thoughts following the acquisition of a long-time sought-after grail for his PC. Lastly, the guys have fun looking at 2024-25 UD Series 1 WAY in advance as the mockups have been released. Rattle Pokemon's video that started the discussion: https://youtu....
May 14, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 22
With Boston and Dallas advancing, the guys discuss their team's respective Game 7s. After the contractually mandated "hockeys," they discuss the 2024 Topps Chrome Wemby card and specifically talk about where they stand on the unlicensed cards. Sports Collectors Digest article on Topps Football Cards: https://sportscollectorsdigest.com/cards/butch-jacobs-and-his-work-on-topps-football-cards @true_rcs 's video on the Wemby Card: https://youtu.be/qdHZ1I25mfU?si=zrah_B56Bgyr30SO Thanks to @AMGCollec...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Back to a regular episode as the guys have a post-2024 Toronto Spring Expo discussion. Carlos fills them in on what he saw, some stories and observations from the show, and some general takeaways. Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them: Check out AMG's website: https://amgcollectibles.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles ...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Solo Pod follow-up as Carlos looked at a past Brady signing to put together some more thoughts on the "signing gone wrong" discussed in the Live Episode 71. From there a few minutes on the Expo as it approaches hours away. Cllct article on the Tom Brady signing discussed: https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/tom-brady-autograph-signing-sparks-uproar-he-defaced-our-stuff Darren Rovell tweet on March Tom Brady Private Signing: https://twitter.com/darrenrovell/status/17500143597602...
Apr 25, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Live podcast episode while the guys talk some Spring Expo and shameless glance over at the hockey games in progress. The conversation then moves to an in-depth talk on a Tom Brady signing gone wrong. Cllct article on the Tom Brady signing discussed: https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/tom-brady-autograph-signing-sparks-uproar-he-defaced-our-stuff Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for...
Apr 25, 2024•2 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 18
A discussion-heavy episode as the guys discuss the strange happenings in the 1979-80 OPC Case sale as it remains in limbo. Then, in the main segment, they revisit Kurt's card care topic after his most recent interview and the continued controversy surrounding him. Article from Sports Collectors Daily on $3.7 Million 79 OPC Case sale: https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/3-7-million-hockey-card-case-not-fully-paid/ Video from @ClementeCollector on Kurt's Card Care for another perspective: https:...
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Season 4Ep. 17
A mix of many small topics including Carlos having probably too much fun riling up some Wrasslin' fans with some Wrestlemania 40 takes, Bobbles briefly touching on the UFL before going into Beckett's latest run of announcing announcements and then announcing that they are changing nothing in their grading scale. Beckett IG announcement on the Grading Scale: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5bGHxlsX3q/ Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials t...
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 4Ep. 16
