Carlson Cards Sports Card Podcast

In this week's episode, we are joined by Kristina (@KristinasPC on Instagram). With the NBA season right around the corner, it was a blast learning more about collecting Luka Doncic & Maxi Kleber. Kristina shares a ton of useful tips/lessons learned/acquisition stories in this one. I hope you enjoy the episode!

What happens when you mix some of your favorite memories as a child, father, & husband with collecting sports cards? -- Tim's AWESOME collection. In this week's episode, we are joined by Tim McIntosh (@TimmersCards on Instagram). Tim has been a diehard 49ers fan ever since he received a signed post-card from Joe Montana as a child. In this episode, we get the chance to discuss the foll...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Jacob Linn (@JRLCards). Jacob is a collector with a very diverse set of interests across numerous sports. This episode made for a great opportunity to learn from Jacob's collecting history and see/hear about a TON of awesome sets, players, and cards. Enjoy this week's episode!

In this week's episode, we are joined by Nat Turner. Nat is closing in on completing the first-ever 1997 NBA Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Green /10 set (with 3 cards remaining). This episode provided an awesome opportunity to learn more about this journey and some of the challenges/learning lessons Nat has experienced. We also touch on a ton of other questions/topics that should make for an...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Andrew Lindberg (@cardsandsneaks on Instagram). Andrew is a massive fan of the Green Bay Packers and his collection resonates with this fandom. From Brett Favre and Randall Cobb to Curly Lambeau (and everything in between) this is one of the most fun discussions on team collecting I've had in the hobby. Enjoy this awesome episode!

In this week's episode, I am joined by Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader on Instagram). Joey is a phenomenal collector to learn from. He started collecting in childhood and really dove back into the hobby in 2010/2011. Joey has a wide range of interests across three major sports and has been extremely deliberate about converting his collection from cards that are desired but can be purchased at any tim...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Mark Sanchez (@MJS_SportsCards on Instagram). Mark is an extremely passionate collector who has a wide range of interests from Lakers greats to Fillipino Sports Legends. We discuss his recent completion of the 1996 Skybox Autographics basketball set, and we also discuss his tips for connecting with and learning from other long-time collectors in this sp...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Zan (@zanoo23_sportscards on Instagram). Zan and I had a ton of fun with this one. We draft an alien invasion "Space Jam" style team for football players and discuss his journey finding his footing with 90s rare inserts and team sets. Zan also shares a ton of knowledge on detecting fakes floating around in the 1997 Metal Universe Precious Meta...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Caleb (@powerwh33ls on Instagram). Caleb's collecting strategy is extremely direct. He buys cards he loves of players he loves, and holds on to them for the long haul (while never going above his means to do so). His collection includes one of the most ridiculous Tom Brady rainbows you will ever see from Topps Finest. Caleb's journey has SO MANY learning le...

In this week's episode, we are joined by Andrew (@St._Croix_Cards on Instagram). Andrew is an extremely passionate collector that has a ton of unique collecting lanes. One of those even involves being a super collector of one of his former students, Brooks Lennon, that is now a star in the MLS! Another lane is diving headfirst into the 2002 Topps Chrome NFL "Ring of Honor" refractor /100 set and t...

For this week's episode, I dive into my experience at my very first National. I stumbled my way through an absolutely wild show which included me spending virtually all of my money after the first day. However, I think it was well worth it in the end! I also share learning lessons and tips for myself for next year's preparation.

For this week's episode, we are joined by Grant Slayton (@WaldorfStories). Grant shares his collection's top 90s NBA grails while discussing what it takes to succeed at the upcoming National Convention. This episode has a ton of insightful tips and stories regarding how to best find your personal "grails" at the upcoming show. We also deep dive into Grant's journey in the hobby and growing his inc...

In today's episode, we are joined by one of the best Peyton Manning collectors around, @Northwoodscardcollector. Jordan shares a ton of insightful tips and stories regarding how best to prepare for the upcoming National convention. We also dive deep into his incredible Peyton Manning collection and learn more about the success he has had in picking up HUGE cards for his PC from the National.

For today's episode of the Carlson Cards Podcast, we are joined by Dan Ogilvy. Dan and his family are extremely passionate collectors that LOVE the hobby. A few of the ways Dan and his family have put their collection together is through trading huge lots over the internet and also sending off cards to be autographed by former baseball legends. Today we get to learn more about how to enjoy the...

For episode #9, we explore an INCREDIBLE collection of the best #9 in NFL history. We are joined by Drake McGruder (@Drakes_PC) to discuss his epic Drew Brees collection, inspiration, and journey. This episode has a ridiculous amount of helpful information shared (REGARDLESS of the player(s) or sport(s) you collect!). I hope you enjoy!

In today's episode, we are joined by John Falzone (@313Cardz). John is a huge collector of all things Detroit sports. From legends to little-known role players, John actively pursues growing his collection of nostalgic players from the local teams he has always been a fan of. This includes a huge emphasis on Gold Prizms of all shapes and sizes. This conversation was a ton of fun, and I hope yo...

In today's episode, we are joined by Josh Johnson (@Cardboard_Chronicles). We dive right into his collecting journey and break down many of the lessons he has learned while growing his collection over the past decade. I learned a ton about 2000's basketball (particularly Lebron) in this one, and I hope you do as well! Goodwill Lebron Gold Video (mentioned during episode) - https://youtu.be...

With today's episode, we are joined by Adam (@Adam_McNany on Instagram). We dive into many different topics including modern QB football hype, how personal finance savviness has shaped his decision-making in the hobby, and of course, we learn about Adam's journey as a collector and the awesome Mt. Rushmore of his collection! I hope you enjoy today's episode.

This week's guest leads their collecting style based on the memories and nostalgia tied to each and every player they collect. Chris (@seedicecards) and I talk Ravens collecting, his PC Mt. Rushmore, how he found his footing as a collector, and much much more! I hope you enjoy this AWESOME interview. Be sure to connect with Chris if you haven't already on Instagram!

Our guest today has an incredible game-used patch and autograph collection spanning almost every major sport. The common thread among her collection? It is made up almost entirely of "Immortal" players. Lauren (@lfgoalie31) leads with nostalgia 110% of the time, and this has led to an absolutely incredible collecting journey that we dive into today.

Our guest today is one of my favorite faces in the sports card hobby, and his collection “Mt. Rushmore” is about to make your jaw drop! You may know him as @Chris_HOJ on Instagram or have listened to his weekly IG Live Podcast "The Crossover" with Josh (@Cardboard_Chronicles) and Kristina (@KristinasPC). Chris is a well-versed member of the sports card hobby and has some awesome lessons...

Today we get DEEP in the trenches with a HUGE player in the sports card collecting space - Paul Wardle. Paul is a collector of 4 major sports (hockey, baseball, basketball, and football) and provides a ton of helpful stories/lessons that should help all of us grow our personal collection more strategically. One of my favorite takeaways from this episode is Paul's "End Game" with cards. I hope you...

In today's episode, I had the opportunity to interview one of my favorite content creators in the hobby - Brett McGrath. Brett is a collector through and through and one of the most knowledgeable people I know when it comes to the mindset of sports card collectors. I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you do as well! Tons of tidbits to learn from.