The Shallow End

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Steve aka @bigtime_sportscards . As he looked through his collection and thought about the hobby, Steve felt like something was missing. Then he thought about the uniqueness of the region where he lives, refocused his collection, and is building a collection unlike any other. The Shallow End...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Sports Cards Live's Jeremy Lee aka @jlee_sportscardslive . Jeremy has been part of the hobby for four decades. He makes his living through sports cards. But earlier this year when he saw a certain Babe Ruth card, he realized something important: a single sports card still had the power to le...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Adam aka @ajmcards94 . After college, Adam returned to his hometown. His collecting followed suit. His reward is a uniquely personal PC. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/tumblin

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Brandon aka @sportscardstruggles . Brandon was on a break at work when the card of his dreams hit eBay … and was promptly gone before he even had a chance to act. Eventually he got it, and the "load-bearing wall" of his collection was finally in place. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwa...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Josh aka @PinwheelCards . Josh's pivot was about as extreme as a pivot can get: from ultramodern basketball to vintage baseball. What most stands out in this conversation is how swiftly he made the move and the strength of his conviction. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dav...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Todd aka @G7_Cards . Todd collected sports card, mostly of players from the St. Louis Cardinals, but something felt like it was missing. When he discovered cards that captured scenes from literature, he knew he’d found his niche. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportsc...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Dan aka @1980sCardsWithDan . One day Dan was looking at Bryce Harper cards. He found one, but when he noticed the serial number on the card, in that moment everything about his hobby experience changed. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Joe aka @JRFIllini . Joe grew up a Bears fan, but when he decided he wanted to collect a player from 1990s, let's just say the Bears didn't present the most attractive options. Enter: Steve McNair. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Austin aka @Carlson_Cards , host of the Carlson Cards Sports Card Podcast . At first, Austin was just another Manning and Brady collector. But when he followed an impulse, he began a set chase that has collectors everywhere rooting for his success. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Justin aka @Deepsouth_Hobbyist . Justin's decision wasn't to start something new, but to keep something he already had. Sometimes, the best moves are the ones we don't make. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Tom aka @Pancake_Analytics. Tom enjoys trading cards, and Tom enjoys video games. As he began to think of what he and his young kids could do together, he realized video-game cards might just be the perfect thing. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Scott aka @Scottie_B_Cards . For years Scott was curious about '90s cards but never took the leap. But when the perfect card of the perfect player became available, he knew it was time. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Chris aka @crt_sportscards . At first, all Chris wanted was to buy a few cards to commemorate a trip to Chicago. Little did he know then it would turn into the chase of a lifetime. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): h...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is AJ aka @TradingCardFinds . One day AJ was in a card shop when he looked down and saw something he'd never seen. It was the hobby equivalent of love at first sight. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Matthew aka @1956ToppsGuy . In 2016, his beloved Chicago Cubs won their first World Series title in 108 years. Matthew, a vintage collector, decided then it was time to expand the modern wing of his PC. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Ernie aka @mre_collector . Learn how Ernie's decision to personalize his Baltimore Ravens PC brought him closer to both the hobby and his heritage. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/tu...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Rick aka @outthebox85 . Rick and his family spend quality time together digging through old wax packs. It all started with an impulse buy that produced a card that will blow your mind. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Rob aka @RobWongCollects . Rob, a longtime sports journalist in Toronto, wanted to remember his career through sports cards. This is how he's doing it. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infractio...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Bill aka @eephus_pitch . Learn how Bill's decision to escape the hobby mainstream resulted in new community and rediscovered enjoyment. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/tumblin

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Sully aka @cardinal_red_refractors . Sully never knew he was a color-match collector. That changed when a rare Yadier Molina found its way to his mailbox. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠ ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/inf...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Tony aka @SouthernCollector14 . Learn how Tony's spontaneous decision to throw a bid on a '52 Mantle landed him a copy of the hobby's most iconic card. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infractio...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Robert aka @Sole. Tuf ⁠ . Learn how a '90s basketball collector ignited a new area of collecting thanks to one of the most iconic vintage cards ever produced. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz ⁠@Iowa_Dave_Sportscards⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/in...

Welcome to "27 Decisions," a limited-run series all November presented by The Shallow End. Today's guest is Greg aka @TimSalmonCollector . Learn how Greg's decision to spend a little more changed the trajectory of his collection. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/tumblin License code: ONWKL496...

Beginning Monday, Nov. 4, The Shallow End will drop a new episode in your podcast feed for 27 consecutive days. This limited-run series, "27 Decisions," will run Nov. 4-30, and each day will feature a new interview with a collector about a decision or moment that changed the direction of their hobby experience. More details in today's short episode of The Shallow End. The Shallow End is hosted by...

As one-half of the team behind the podcast Global Card Collectors , John ( @IstanbulCards ) puts together his NBA PC while chatting with other collectors from across the globe. In this episode, we talk about the origins of his Luka Doncic collection, Michael Jordan's unending global impact, and why Crusade inserts aren't as harmless as they seem. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Da...