Collecting The 1-2-3

Night of Champions is in the books, and we're breaking down everything that stood out, including why we believe the biggest takeaway is what comes next for Sami Zayn and his potential path to becoming WWE Champion. We also dive into the WWE card hobby, discussing the recent Triple H Topps Finest sale, what it could mean for the market, and other notable hobby news from the week. And finally, w...

After a short break, Collecting the 1-2-3 is back! In this episode, we catch up on where we've been, what we've been working on behind the scenes, and what's next for the podcast. Then we dive into our predictions for WWE Night of Champions, breaking down the biggest matches and sharing who we think walks out victorious. We also take a look at the Topps Royalty WWE market, with a speci...

This week, we're diving into one of the most anticipated WWE card releases of the year as we preview 2026 Topps Cosmic Chrome WWE. We break down the product, discuss what stands out from the checklist, and share our early thoughts on what collectors should be watching once boxes start getting ripped. On the wrestling side, we recap a busy week that included Saturday Night's Main Event and...

In this episode, we discuss the current state of professional wrestling and why, despite WWE continuing to grow, something still feels missing. We break down the overall product, presentation, storytelling, and whether today’s wrestling landscape is truly connecting with fans. We also dive into one of the biggest topics in the hobby right now: the WrestleMania Patch cards from Topps Royalty WWE. F...

In this episode of Collecting the 1-2-3, we’ve got a loaded one. We start off reacting to the latest WWE releases and what it could mean moving forward. From there, we give our full predictions for WWE Backlash, who we’ve got winning, where stories could go next, and what we’re watching closely. On the hobby side, we break down Topps Royalty after release. Was it worth it? How does it stack up, an...

Join us for a full WrestleMania weekend recap on this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3!I share my personal experiences from my entire weekend in Las Vegas, from attending House of Glory, WWE World, and WrestleMania! We then dive into detailed reactions to Night 1 and Night 2 results — breaking down the biggest surprises, standout performances, and what it all means for the future of WWE. Plus, we c...

This week, we’re talking EVERYTHING.From the highs and lows of RAW, SmackDown, and NXT Stand & Deliver, to one of the most talked-about releases in the hobby right now that being 2026 Topps Chrome WWE.Did Stand & Deliver actually deliver? 👀Who stood out across the shows? We break down the full Topps Chrome WWE checklist, key inserts, autos, and give our honest takes on who we’re buying in...

In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we break down everything you need to know from the latest episode of WWE RAW and dive into the highly anticipated 2025 Topps Exalted WWE release. From standout moments and storylines coming out of RAW to a full preview of what to expect from Topps Exalted, we cover it all, including potential chase cards, checklist highlights, and how this release could imp...

In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to know about 2026 Topps Chrome WWE We break down the early details, of what has us excited and a little skeptical. From potential rookies to must-have inserts, we’re looking at this set through the lens of the hobby and what it could mean for the WWE card market moving forward. We also take you inside our Monday Night RAW live experience From...

In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we break down everything coming out of WWE Elimination Chamber and what it could mean heading into WrestleMania season. On the hobby side, we dive into Topps Universe one week after release and give our early thoughts on the product, the design, and how the cards are performing in the market. We also preview the newly announced Topps Exalted WWE set and dis...

In this episode, we’re joined by 4-time guest Babyface Breaks to take a deep dive into Topps Universe WWE! We break down the set from multiple angles including overall design, autograph and relic hits, chase appeal, and where Universe fits within the current WWE card landscape. From standout cards to collector expectations, this is a full conversation on what Topps Universe brings to the table and...

In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we dive into the current state of the WWE product as the Road to WrestleMania officially heats up. From storytelling momentum to standout performers and overall fan buzz, we share our thoughts on how WWE is positioning itself heading into the biggest season of the year. We also give some early reactions and expectations for next week’s Elimination Chamber,...

The Royal Rumble is almost here, and we’re breaking down our full predictions for one of WWE’s biggest events of the year. In this episode, we talk through who we think actually wins the Royal Rumble, the dark horse names that could surprise everyone, and a few shock picks that might have fans split. If you’re a wrestling fan, a collector, or both, this episode is all about blending the action in...

In this episode, we kick things off by recapping some busy weeks in wrestling, including Drew McIntyre becoming champion and the latest developments around AJ Styles and his future. From there, we shift into a full Saturday Night’s Main Event (SNME) preview, breaking down the matches, storylines, and giving our predictions! To close things out, we dive into the hobby side and discuss the delay of...

We’re kicking off 2026 by taking a full look at the current state of the WWE card hobby and what to expect in 2026. In this episode, we break down some of the biggest WWE releases on the horizon, including Topps Universe, Royalty, Exalted, and the highly anticipated John Cena collection. We also talk about where the WWE product stands right now — what’s working, and what collectors should be payin...

In this episode, we talk about our experience at NXT Deadline — the crowd, the matches, the energy, and everything that made the event such a wild night. Then we shift gears into Saturday Night’s Main Event, breaking down the full card and previewing what could be the biggest storyline of the weekend: John Cena’s retirement match. We go over the build, the rumors, what we expect to happen, and wha...

In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we’re stepping inside the War Games cage and breaking down everything you need to know heading into Survivor Series War Games. We give our full War Games match predictions, discuss what stories could shape the future of WWE, and debate which team truly has the edge going into Saturday. We dive into the BAPE x Topps wrestling card collab, what makes this cro...

We’re back with another packed episode breaking down a wild week in WWE!We start with SmackDown and Giulia’s shocking loss to Chelsea Green, Lash Legend’s debut, and two big matches announced for the John Cena Farewell Tour Tournament. Then we move to RAW, where history was made as John Cena finally became a Grand Slam Champion. We talk about the moment, the story behind it, and the other key segm...

In this episode of Collecting the 1-2-3, we give our quick thoughts on WWE RAW and Halloween Havoc before diving into our Saturday Night’s Main Event predictions! We also talk wrestling cards, including my INSANE Kendal Grey pull that you won’t believe. Let us know your predictions for Saturday Night’s Main Event in the comments! Subscribe for more wrestling talk, card pulls, and hobby fun every w...

In this episode, we’re Reviewing 2025 Topps Finest WWE (Sales, Shortages & The Future!) with special guest BabyFace Breaks! After a weekend of rips, we break down how the product looks in hand, the surprising lack of availability, and the early sales reaction in the market. We also compare it to past sets like Cactus Jack and ask: Is Finest the best WWE release yet? Plus, we look ahead to what thi...

In this episode of Collecting the 1-2-3, we preview the 2025 Topps Finest WWE trading card set with special guest BabyFace Breaks! We cover everything you need to know about this year’s release: Price point & formats – hobby boxes, cases, and more Inserts & parallels – what collectors will be chasing Autographs & checklist talk – which WWE superstars could drive the product Market outlook – how To...

In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we dive into the brand-new Topps Chrome WWE x Cactus Jack release! We share our thoughts on the product, from the pulls we’ve seen to the insert designs and overall feel of the set. Then we switch gears to one of the biggest stories in wrestling, the return of AJ Lee to WWE. What does this mean for fans, the women’s division, and even the wrestling card hob...

In this episode of Collecting the 1-2-3, we’re going hardcore! We make our full predictions for WWE’s Clash in Paris! Then, we dive into the big hobby news: Topps Finest WWE has officially been announced, and we give our first impressions of the sneak peeks. Plus, we react to the highly anticipated release of Topps Chrome Cactus Jack, one of the most unique WWE card drops of the year. Whether you’...

SummerSlam delivered big, and so did Topps! In this episode of Collecting The 1-2-3, we react to all the big matches and surprises from WWE SummerSlam, then shift gears to talk about the launch of Topps Chrome WWE x Cactus Jack. From card design to preorder drama, we cover what collectors need to know and what this means for the future of wrestling cards. Don’t miss this crossover of wrestling hea...

In this episode of Collecting the 1-2-3, we break down our predictions for WWE SummerSlam, discuss the fallout between Travis Scott and WWE and how it might be impacting the long-awaited release of Topps Chrome WWE: Cactus Jack, and reflect on the passing of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan. From cards to controversy, we cover it all in this jam-packed episode. Feel free to follow me and chat with me @ m...