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Stacking Slabs

Brett McGrathtwitter.com
Welcome to the Stacking Slabs, a podcast for sports cards collectors. There's been a tremendous amount of change to our Hobby over the last few years and the one constant has been the passion from the collecting community. Stacking Slabs is built by the collector and lives to tell stories for the collector.
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Episodes

Trading Sports Cards and What I've Learned So Far

In this episode Brett talks about a recent trade he made that allowed him to complete a run he's been working on over the past 3 years. He discusses the importance of relationships and shares some feedback from the community. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Aug 23, 202329 minEp. 347

The Persistence and Steps Required to Obtain a Personal Grail with Mikey Osborn (@mikeyinthehobby)

In this episode Brett chats with Mikey Osborn (@mikeyinthehobby) about his recent acquisition of the 1998 Skybox E-X 2001 Randy Moss Essential Credentials Future /6. He discusses the persistence, process, and deal made to obtain one of the most significant modern day football cards out there. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Mikey: | Instagram...

Aug 18, 202337 minEp. 346

How to Communicate With Other Collectors When They Have a Card You Want

In this episode Brett talks about how he thinks about communicating to other collectors when they have a card he wants, but they don't want to sell. He shares a recent example and the process he goes through. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Aug 16, 202330 minEp. 345

Guiding New Collectors in 2023 and Beyond with Graeme Reed (@wrestlingcardwizard)

In this episode Brett talks with collection/magician Graeme Reed (@wrestlingcardwizard) about his passion for collecting. He offers recommendations on the best ways to find your footing as a collector in 2023 and beyond. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Graeme: | Instagram...

Aug 11, 202350 minEp. 344

Collector Group Chats Can Save The Hobby Planet

In this episode Brett talks about how his Peyton Manning Group chat banded together like brothers to protect their niche of the Hobby by calling out some funny business. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Aug 09, 202323 minEp. 343

Things Learned at The National That Can Be Used Moving Forward with John Walaszek (@packnicholson)

In this episode Brett talks with John Walaszek (@packnicholson) about the moves he made at The National and the things he'll take with him on his collecting journey. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Adam: | Twitter | Instagram | Sports Cards Uncensored...

Aug 04, 202353 minEp. 342

Lots of People Collect Sports Cards: National Recap

In this episode Brett shares his experience at the 2023 National by discussing the show, people he met, and cards he grabbed. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Aug 02, 202327 minEp. 341

Throwing a Damn Wrestling Card Event on the Grandest Stage of Them All with Adam Gellman (@wwegellman)

In this episode Brett talks with Adam Gellman (@wwegellman) about throwing a wrestling card event at the National. He shares his passion for the segment of the Hobby and discusses the importance of community building. Email chicagomainevent2023@gmail.com to get on the list for the Chicago Main Event Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Adam: | Twitter | Instagram | Sports Cards Uncensored...

Jul 28, 202343 minEp. 340

A Week of Collecting Sports Cards and Hanging With Our Buddies

In this episode Brett welcomes everyone to the National week and shares what he's looking forward to about the big show. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jul 26, 202325 minEp. 339

Understanding the Dealer Perspective Going Into The National with Kevin Randall (@dacaptain37)

Brett talks with Kevin Randall (@dacaptain37) about the mindset and mentality from the dealer perspective going into The National. The goal of this conversation is for anyone walking the show to understand the goals of the people who you're trying to make deals with next week at The National. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Dacaptain37: | Instagram...

Jul 21, 202346 minEp. 338

You Can't Be Prepared for Everything That Will Come Your Way

In this episode Brett talks about a recent once in a lifetime opportunity to enhance a current PC and the process he went through to take advantage of it on the heels of saving for The National. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jul 19, 202327 minEp. 337

Going High and Wide in Sets That You Love with Rob (masshole_sportscards)

In this episode Brett chats with long time collector Rob (masshole_sportscards) about his love for going high and wide into specific sets that shape his collecting. He discusses patch sets that he goes all-in on that might not be a part of the mainstream conversation. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Rob: | Instagram...

Jul 14, 202348 minEp. 336

Collecting High and Wide and Digging into Sets That We Love

In this episode Brett talks about the joys of going high and wide into sets and products that you love. Also, he shares talks about answering the question, "What do we want as collectors?". Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jul 12, 202325 minEp. 335

Don't Let the Mainstream Hype Get Ya...Look at the Data!

In this episode Brett talks about the manufactured hype around unproven players and what to look out for as we enter The National SZN. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jul 05, 202326 minEp. 333

Building a Process for Collecting Vintage and GOATs with Pete (@sportscardpete)

In this episode Brett talks with vintage collector Pete (@sportscardpete) about the process he creates to maintain order in his PC. They discuss the differences and similarities between vintage and modern collectors and more. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Pete: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 30, 202335 minEp. 332

Top Challenges from the Collector Community

In this episode Brett talks about a survey that he ran with the audience and the data that came out the other side in regards to top challenges collectors face in the Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 28, 202329 minEp. 331

The Power of the Collector Story with Austin Carlson (@carlson_cards)

Brett talks with Austin Carlson (@carlson_cards) about his new podcast and the power behind collector stories in our Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Austin: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 23, 202356 minEp. 330

The First 5 Things I'm Doing to Prepare for The National

In this episode Brett talks about the first 5 things he's doing to prepare for The National in July. He shares what he's prioritizing and the process he's using before the big show next month. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 21, 202326 minEp. 329

Just a father and son collecting GOATs with Jason(@sportfish_cardcollector) and Griffin (@squidy.collectibles)

In this episode Jason(@sportfish_cardcollector) and Griffin (@squidy.collectibles) share their passion for collecting Tom Brady and Lionel Messi. Also, the two give a lot of good advice in preparing for The National 2023. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Jason: | Instagram Follow Griffin: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 16, 202349 minEp. 328

Assessing Why Certain Players Get Hobby Love

In this episode Brett polled his Instagram audience and asked the question, "Who gets the most Hobby love with fewest accolades". He shares the results and discusses why championships aren't always everything when it comes to collectibility. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 14, 202327 minEp. 327

Looking at Card Prices as if the Pandemic Boom Never Happened with Chris McGill (@chris_hoj)

Chris McGill (@chris_hoj) from the Card Ladder team joins SSP to talk about the current state of the card market. Brett and Chris dig into questions like, "How much further can we drop? How close are we to 2019? Have we reached the point where we'd be in 2023 if the pandemic boom never occurred?". 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: | Instag...

Jun 09, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 326

Creating Rules and Avoiding Get Sucked Into the Mainstream Hobby Vortex

In this episode Brett talks about leaning into the super power of avoiding the hobby mainstream vortex and creating rules to mitigate risk Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 07, 202326 minEp. 325

Building an Alternative Message Board for the Collecting Community with Ryan (@mindcycle_cards)

In this episode Brett chats with Ryan (@mindcycle_cards) about his excitement around the Nuggets in the Finals, how that impacts his collection, and the building of the Hobby Boards for the collecting community. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Join the Hobby Boards Follow Ryan: | Instagram | YouTube Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

Jun 02, 202335 minEp. 324

The Value of Premium Exchanges and Experiences

In this episode Brett discusses the importance of understanding the motivations and desires of Hobby participants and the value he puts on premium exchanges. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 31, 202324 minEp. 323

Navigating Off the Radar Sets and Parallels Because They Look Cool with Khalil Randell (@noirkhalil)

In this episode Brett chats with collector Khalil Randell (@noirkhalil) about his favorite sets and products that are outside of what we see every day on Instagram. He discusses where his collecting passion comes from and why he wrote a book about sports cards. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Khalil: | Instagram | Book Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 26, 202342 minEp. 322

The Relocation of SSP HQ and How Sports Cards Helped in the Transition

In this episode Brett discusses his recent move, shares how cards helped take his mind off the chaos, and discusses some of the recent deals that he has made. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 24, 202323 minEp. 321

Curating a 100 card PC box and sharing Hobby perspective with Chris (@publius13)

***Sorry, had some Zoom issues that impacted audio quality In this episode Brett chats with Chris (@publius13) about the 100 card box that he is curating and he shares some perspective on current Hobby happenings. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 19, 202357 minEp. 320

Building Awareness Around the Shifts That Impact the Collecting Community

In this episode Brett discusses a piece of feedback that he got from a listener and ways he's thinking about building awareness on topics that impact the collector experience in the Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 17, 202331 minEp. 319

What We Can Learn from Collectors in Other Segments with Paul Wardle (@wardle_kombat)

Brett chats with long time collector Paul Wardle (@wardle_kombat) about the many different lanes that he collects in and the benefits that come along the way. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Paul: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...

May 12, 202347 minEp. 318
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