In this episode Brett talks with Nick (@TheWharfSportsCards) about his consignment business on eBay, spotting shill bidding, market opportunities, and more. Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show by using this link Follow Nick: | Instagram | Website | eBay Store Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett discusses the growing segments in the Hobby and what it means for collectors, getting PSA subs back, and we hear from the community on consolidation. 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 brings Drake (@drakes_pc) back on the podcast to discuss a record breaking sale in the Hobby that he was involved in. Drake purchased the 2014 WWE Topps Chrome Superfractor Roman Reigns Auto 1/1 PSA 10 and it created a buzz within the wrestling card community. This conversation is not just about wrestling cards, but how to operate when buying cards on the high end. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your sup...
In this episode Brett discusses the irrational nature and things that we do as collectors. He shares feedback that he received from the community on this topic and also explores a myriad of other Hobby related topics. 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 sits down with Jamison Long (@exquisitesportscollectibles) to discuss operating in the high end card segment. They talk about Jamison's decision to go full-time in the Hobby, making deals, and the rise of modern wrestling 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 Jamison: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett explores the topic of collecting based on nostalgia vs. collecting to connect with current players. There is no right or wrong way to collect, but he explores the implications of both sides of the coin. 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 Card Talk host Lou Geneux about buying, selling, and trading cards in fringe markets. They discuss what makes certain markets collectible and how to measure if they are sustainable. Both Lou and Brett were dead wrong on their Super Bowl predictions and willing to admit that up front : ) Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Lou: | Instagram | Twitter | Card Talk...
In this episode Brett explores the topics of the balance between being unique with our collecting and managing outside influence. He shares the psychology of influence and how this can impact our Hobby experience. 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 sits down with Prizm Gawd to discuss how to think differently about putting on a card show and the importance of creating experiences. He's hosting the second edition of the Culture Collision Trade Show in Atlanta February 25-27 and he shares what attendees can expect. 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 Culture Collision Tickets Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Face...
In this episode Brett discusses the power of curating your collection and building something that is truly unique. He shares his observation through personal experience and observing great collectors in 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 with Branden Berns (@mission_street_cards) about he chase around Panini Revolution Galactics, buying rare soccer cards, and how to be more focused as a collector. 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 Mission Street Cards: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett explores the question, "What's something that took you a while to learn, but made you a better collector?" with the community. He posed the question on Instagram last week and takes time to read some of his favorite responses this week. 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 brings Kevin Randall (@dacaptain37) back on the podcast to discuss the crazy divisional round in the NFL and the implications on the football card market. The growth football card market has been on fire and they reminisce on the start of 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 | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Dacaptain37: | I...
In this episode Brett goes deeper in talking about the collector's mindset, shares some perspective from the audience, and discusses why we are all in the reputation business. 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 and Chris talk about current data points from the football and basketball markets and explore what makes up the collector's mindset. 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 touches on last week's Hobby drama, shares his busy week of activity, and shares a reminder of why the sports cards can be one of life's best distractions. 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 Jordan (@northwoodscardcollector) about his building out PCs because of passion, collecting for value, and making deals at shows. 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 Jordan: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett shares some perspective on the monumental year in the football card market, momentum around new wrestling card product releases, and the power of accessibility. 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 brings back Drake (@drakes_pc) to discuss how to operate in immature segments of the Hobby. Brett and Drake have been going deep in the modern wrestling card lane over this past year and share some of what they have learned. 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 Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
You've already probably OD'd on commentary about Fanatics buying Topps and all of the implications. I share my plans for the show and my continued exploration into the mindset of the collector. 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 ran into Justin (@charger21_) at the Dallas Card Show last May and they are finally getting back together to discuss passion behind collecting. Justin is a long time collector of 90's inserts and has jumped head first into the F1 card phenomenon. 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 Justin: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett talks about laying the foundation for how we collect as individuals and dives into his person use case. He shares how he's established his own connection with his collection and ways he's looking to evolve this year. 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 conversation Brett chats with his brother Kyle (@mcgrathcards) about the year in the Hobby, things learned, and what's ahead with their collecting. 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 Kyle: | Instagram...
In this episode Brett shares some of the things related to cards, content, and people that he learned this year. He shares those insights and how it will help influence his collecting moving forward. 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 Brad Beeman (@bee_sports) about creating the Shipshewana Cardfest show in 2020. They discuss the passion behind the show and how to create a show that people keep coming back to. Mark your calendar for Shipshewana Cardfest 2021 on March 26th, 9AM-3PM at Farmstead Inn Expo Barn 368 S Van Buren St, Shipshewana, IN 45665 Trade Night March 25th, 7-10PM Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support f...
In this episode Brett explores a couple Hobby topics. First, the idea of having long term conviction around what we spend our heard earned money on. It's hard to block out the noise, but focusing in on collecting what you are passionate about typically reaps many benefits. Also, Brett closes the episode by talking about content creation's place in the Hobby and the importance of accountability. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show ...
In this episode Brett sits down with Sam Shuford who runs the Women of the Hobby account on IG and YouTube channel to discuss her motivations and desires with starting a content channel highlighting the female Hobbyist. They chat content, cards, and several other topics. 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 Sam: | Sam's IG | WOTH IG | YouTube Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Ins...
In this episode Brett discusses the desire for passionate collectors to put inside a one click box. He shares why we love the work and the satisfaction that the hunt can provide. Also, he sends a massive congratulations to the Card Ladder team for their recent acquisition by Collectors. 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...
Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader) returns to the podcast to have a conversation with Brett about liquidity vs. collectibility, setting all-time highs, and the art of sports card competition. 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 Joey: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok...
In this episode Brett talks about specializing his time in the Hobby and outsourcing things that he doesn't want to deal with. He talks through his experience working with a consignor and and shares some insight on where he was able to direct his time instead of listing cards himself. 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...
