In this week's collector conversation Brett chats with Seth (@soccercardcorner) about the process of finding your footing in a growing segment of the hobby. Seth is a big soccer card collector and shares his perspective on soccer cards and the community that supports it. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly...
Mar 08, 2024•33 min•Ep. 407
Auction Talk with Nic (@thewharfsportscards) is back for it's second installment. On this week's episode Brett and Nic cover cards that have gotten their eye across multiple selling platforms. Also, the two compare the latest Luka Doncic and Patrick Mahomes Gold Prizm sales and discuss what it means for the ultra modern market. Get $50 off your first consignment with The Wharf Sports Cards by using promo code "stacking50" Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collecto...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 406
Today's episode topic came directly from February's Live Stream for Stacking Slabs Patreon members. After we had the conversation I couldn't quite shake it so dropped some additional thoughts on the main feed. Thanks to Drake McGruder (@drakes_pc) for bringing this topic to the table. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stackin...
Mar 06, 2024•26 min•Ep. 405
Today, the Stacking Slabs Podcast is launching a new monthly series called "Hobby Shop Talk" with Jamison Long (@portcitysportscollectibles). Jamison is entering his second year owning Port City Sports Collectibles in Wilmington, NC and will give an inside look at the role of the hobby shop in 2024. In the first episode Jamison shares the importance of community, the role of breaks, hobby rip night and much more. Follow Port City Sports Collectibles: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Website Get e...
Mar 05, 2024•41 min•Ep. 404
There's something significant going on right now in women's basketball. There's not only momentum on the court, but also in the cards that we collect. The biggest reason for the shift is because of the brilliance of Caitlin Clark. In this week's collector conversation Brett chats all things Caitlin Clark with Katelyn (@coldlunchcards). They discuss Clark's legacy, current cards, and long term collectibility. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen ...
Mar 01, 2024•49 min•Ep. 403
Today, the Stacking Slabs Podcast is launching a new weekly episode called "Auction Talk" with Nic (@thewharfsportscards). Nic sits at the intersection of collector and auction house and successfully runs a consignment business. Each week Brett and Nic will give you a peek behind the curtain of the consignment business and share interesting auctions for the week. Get $50 off your first consignment with The Wharf Sports Cards by using promo code "stacking50" Get exclusive content, promote your ca...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 402
In this episode Brett talks about his evolution in collecting habits and shares how he thinks about the quality vs. quantity collecting debate. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking Slabs Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitt...
Feb 28, 2024•23 min•Ep. 401
In this episode Brett talks with Mike (@dibs_collecting) about how his collecting process has changed and the reasons why he went all-in on collecting his favorite team, the Cleveland Browns. This is a great conversation for anyone who might be thinking about changing collecting lanes or adding a new PC to the mix. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on S...
Feb 23, 2024•29 min•Ep. 400
In this conversation Brett recaps the most important things he's learned about collecting over the course of 400 episodes of SSP. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking Slabs Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram...
Feb 21, 2024•23 min•Ep. 399
Christopher (@borderland.cards) has the ultimate Aaron Jones collection. He shares the story of "why?" Aaron Jones and what it takes to try to build out the best collection of a specific player during today's conversation. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Check out Card La...
Feb 16, 2024•32 min•Ep. 398
In this episode Brett talks about shifts that are going on in the industry and discusses factors like the surplus of marketing gimmicks, gambling, and other factors impacting collecting. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of St...
Feb 14, 2024•25 min•Ep. 397
In this episode Brett chats with Jamison (@exquisitesportscollectibles) owner of Port City Sports Collectibles about the importance of the National Treasures RPA in the modern era. The conversation compares and contrasts the NT RPA with Upper Deck's Exquisite product and more. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs ...
Feb 09, 2024•42 min•Ep. 396
It's Super Bowl Week! In this episode Brett talks about the regular dip in values that we see in football cards post-Super Bowl and how we should think about responding as collectors. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stack...
Feb 07, 2024•23 min•Ep. 395
In this episode Brett chats with John (@packnicholson) about the lineage and legacy of the Black Refractor. John describes these cards as "Gateway Refractors" and explains why these cards just hit different. There's a lot of fun stories in this one! Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using ...
Feb 02, 2024•39 min•Ep. 394
In this episode Brett shares his desire to go all-in and do more with the Stacking Slabs brand. He discusses what he's learned over the past 4 years of running this show as a passion project and why now is the right time to grow the brand with your support. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newslette...
Jan 31, 2024•29 min•Ep. 393
In this episode Austin (@carlson_cards) discusses his set build with 2013 Select Gold Football and what's he's learned along the way. He shares how's his navigated collecting a set while being a player collector and the lessons along the way. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Austin: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 26, 2024•56 min•Ep. 392
Whether you love them or think the Kaboom! is just another prop in the Hobby there's no denying their significance. There's a lot of opinions on the Kaboom!, but few conversations around the data. On this episode Brett talks about the data by the Kaboom! and why the data matters to collectors. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 24, 2024•27 min•Ep. 391
Brett brings on long time guest Kevin (@dacaptain37) to discuss Flawless patches. They discuss the game used of it all, parallels, and explore how these patches stack up against the rest. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Dacaptain37: | Instagram...
Jan 19, 2024•51 min•Ep. 390
In this episode Brett shares some updates from his personal and professional life. The focus of the conversation is around the democratization of data and how we can use tools to evaluate the true health of the hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 17, 2024•28 min•Ep. 389
In this episode the parallel train continue forward, but with game worn patches for the first time. Andrew (@cardsandsneaks) discusses Leaf Certified's Fabric of the Game and shares why he thinks this is one of the best game worn patch sets out there. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Andrew: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 12, 2024•36 min•Ep. 388
In this episode Brett talks about the recent release of 2023 Prizm Football. He shares how he approaches a new Prizm product drop and shares why it's important to evaluate the data. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 10, 2024•23 min•Ep. 387
The parallel series continues with Jesse (@flippityflipcards) to discuss the Gold Vinyl parallel. Jesse shares his perspective on the Superfractor of it all, the scarcity, and where he thinks Gold Vinyl sits amongst the best ultra modern parallels. Follow Jesse: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 05, 2024•42 min•Ep. 386
In this episode Brett shares the top areas of focus that he has to maximize his time spent in the Hobby for 2024. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Jan 03, 2024•24 min•Ep. 385
In this episode Brett creates a bracket of all of the parallels that have been covered on the show in 2023 and crowns a champion with his brother Kyle (mcgrathcards). It's been a fun year of parallels and only one stands tall to close out the year.
Dec 29, 2023•47 min•Ep. 384
In this episode Brett reflects on some of his favorite pick ups this year and shares the stories behind why most of them didn't come from third party selling platforms. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 27, 2023•19 min•Ep. 383
Tis the season for more conversation around parallels. This week we head back to Finest to explore the 2010 and 2011 Finest Mosaic Refractors with Ben (@brooklynbarrybright). We discuss why these cards rule and the influence they've got on other sets. Follow Ben: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 22, 2023•32 min•Ep. 382
In this episode Brett tackles the mainstream hobby hype machine and uses the Brady Bowman Chrome Dream Draft Picks as an example. He shares his perspective on growth and why we should be focused more on retention. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 20, 2023•24 min•Ep. 381
In this installment of the parallel series Brett unlocks new character PK (@pk32sportscards) and they discuss why the Finest Gold Xfractor has become such a coveted parallel for player collectors. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow PK: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 15, 2023•41 min•Ep. 380
Brett talks about why it's important to break your own rules when you fall into moments when fandom and collecting intersect. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 13, 2023•24 min•Ep. 379
In this episode Brett continues the parallel conversation with Danny (@modestcardcollection) as they tackle ultra modern heavy weight the Prizm Gold. They talk about the rarity, collector runs, designs over the years, and it's lasting legacy in the Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Danny: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
Dec 08, 2023•39 min•Ep. 378
