In this episode Brett leans into his "Hobby as an escape" mantra. He shares why he protects his time in the Hobby and why it's primarily about the people and the cards. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks with Baltimore Ravens and Hall of Fame football collector Tim Leimkuler (@charmcitytim) about his collecting journey. He tells a story about finding his holy grail that you will not want to miss.
In this episode Brett shares some collector responses on what Hobby takes are tired and need to go. Also, he shares a personal story of letting passion take the wheel when acquiring a new card for the collection Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Brett talks with Drake McGruder (@drakes_pc) about the 2022 Prizm The Rock Black Prizm 1/1 sale for $126,000. They discuss the true impact that the sale of this card has and doesn't have on the community of collectors. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Drake: | Instagram | Twitter Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett reflects on his journey building sets, searching for specific cards, and the process along the way. He shares some perspective from his professional life and talks about why big hobby business should always provide solutions that collectors actually want. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this conversation Brett chats with Justin Metivier (@2014_totally_certified_mirrors / @pbandjsportscards) about his passion behind collecting and the many benefits of going all-in on a specific set or parallel. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Justin: | @2014_totally_certified_mirrors | @pbandjsportscards Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Brett is back from a week at the beach and feeling refreshed. He shares some data around 1st round QBs that should teach us something about who we buy and digs into a listener comment on the psychology of collecting. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Brett sits down with Jordan Hassebroek(@northwoodscardcollector) to discuss the benefits of keeping a PC that's constantly in motion. Jordan keeps a Top 50 list and uses that to identify opportunities to consolidate when a new card pops up. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Jordan: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett addresses his thoughts on Beckett debacle from a couple of weeks ago. He shares why it's important to set high expectations with businesses who are capitalizing from collectors. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks with David Krahn (@mostly90sbasketballcards) about taking ownership of your collection and building something that is truly significant to you. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow David: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett talks about the art of practicing patience on cards that get listed with "Buy It Now" with an offer price. He uses a recent purchase as an example and shares how he was able to get the card at the price that he wanted. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Brett brings Jamison Long (@exquisitesportscollectibles) back on the program to talk about a new store he's opening, the current state of auctions, and of course Wrestlemania. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Jamison: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett explores the question of what makes specific cards collectible? He uses an old Blowout Forum thread as a reference point during this conversation. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks with long time collector and dealer Grant Slayton (@waldorfstories) about the cards he collects, deals he's made, and why he believes building the right relationships is what its all about. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Grant: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about the acquisition of a personal grail and the story behind it. Also, he shares some thoughts on recent mainstream auction fallout and why microcommunities are everything. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks with fellow collector James Summers (@upperdexk) about collecting in the era where his fandom begins. James is a Colts fan who digs deep in the late 90's and early 2000's products. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Danny: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about player collecting as a gateway into cool sets. He shares talks about the benefits and exposure into cool collecting projects. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Welcome to episode 300. Time flies when you are having fun. Brett discusses the journey and shares some feedback from the community. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about some recent news dropped by Fanatics and the implications that it could have on the direction of the Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Brett chats with Danny (@modestcardcollection) about collecting in New York, collecting Warren Moon, his PMG project, and more on today's episode. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Danny: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about the decision to buy a card outside his primary collection and the thought process (or lack there of) that went into the decision. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett chats with Chad Couch (@thecouchman_sportscards) about building an amazing player collection without breaking the bank. He shares stories of Peyton Manning pursuits and describes the types of cards he loves. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Chad: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about a recent post he put out about buying cards at a certain price point that got a strong reaction. He shares the passion behind #Sub100Saturday and more. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
SSP regular Chris McGill (@chris_hoj) joins Brett in a conversation about Mahomes post-SB x2, the NBA Trade Deadline, and general Hobby perspective. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Chris: | Instagram Follow Card Ladder: | Instagram | YouTube | Website Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks talks about how valuable building relationships has been to his buying, selling, and trading experience in the Hobby. He unpacks how passion can help you lead to the cards you want quicker than you might have thought. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett chats with regular guest Kevin Randall (@dacaptain37) about Tom Brady's retirement, the impact on his cards, and preview Super Bowl Sunday. They take a detailed look into what a win might mean for Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurt's cards. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Dacaptain37: | Instagr...
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In this episode Brett chats with Adam Gellman (@wwegellman) and Drake McGruder (@drakes_pc) about year 1 of the WWE + Panini partnership. They cover what they like, don't like, and future of the product line. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Drake: | Instagram | Twitter Follow Adam: | Instagram | Twitter Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about 3 separate collector driven events that went down on Instagram this past week that gives him confidence in content in the Hobby and shares a story about a recent purchase that he made. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks with modern basketball collector John Hedges (@hedges.cards) about the power of zeroing in on a specific product, card aesthetics, and the mechanics of going all-in on a set. John has the most impressive Panini One & One collection in the world and they break down his passion around it. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter ...
