Global Card Collectors

In recent days, the soccer card hobby has been roiled by questions regarding new large finds of 2000-2014 stickers in Europe, which has increasing pop reports and, more curiously, gem rates on a couple items that have not graded well historically. Is it fair to ask questions about the authenticity of these finds, as one YouTube channel has, or should we expect more, new large finds in the future?...

 Iowa Dave, host of The Shallow End podcast, joins Global Card Collectors to discuss his personal collection, attachments to various players from different eras and places, and the rewards of avoiding FOMO and Luka Doncic's whining. 

In this episode John interviews UK collector Jamie and they talk all things football or soccer as our American friends would say. Jamie (@jamieukcollector) discusses his journey collecting football cards since 2014, the Ivory Coast's Didier Drogba, the Golden Era of Panini from 2014-19, and why understanding what is happening in Japan might be key in thinking about long-term collectability. We...

In this episode @berkolekt interviews  @ilkerugur  to see his awesome collection of cards and game tickets. They discuss the burgeoning card collecting community in Turkey and how Mythos cards has galvanized that community. There are exciting things happening in the Turkish card collecting community! Listen in to find out what they are.

In this episode Will takes a nostalgic journey to New Plymouth, home to New Zealand's only physical card store! In this interview Will chats with the store owner, Daniel, where he shares his passion for cards and the joy of bringing people together through collecting. Daniel has a bunch of great tips for collectors and shares details of what it's like being a card store owner!

Bryan (juveleao_cards 96) joins Global Card Collectors to discuss his journey collecting players from the last century of Portuguese football and his favorite club. He and John discuss the joys of developing a collecting theme to maintain focus.

Get ready for a Filipino card collecting extravaganza! This episode, we're joined by the incredible Revi, a collector whose passion burns brighter than the Philippine sun! Buckle up as we delve into: The Card Scene in the Philippines: We'll explore the unique trends, favorite players (Jalen Green is Filipino!) and challenges collectors face in the Philippines. Revi's Collector Journey:...

This week on the podcast, John takes us on a trip to beautiful Budapest, Hungary! He sits down with the owner of Card Corner, a local hobby shop brimming with history and passion. Get ready to: Explore Card Corner: Discover the unique charm of this Hungarian card shop and the treasures it holds. Relive 90s Bulls Mania: John and Andrew from Card Corner reminisce about the glory days of Michael Jord...

Howzat?! Get ready for an inspiring conversation with nazimcricket.com ! We delve into his life, exploring his formative move to Pakistan at a young age and the profound impact cricket had on him growing up playing on the streets of Karachi. Then Naz explains the adjustments he had to make when relocating back to Bathurst (Gold Country) Australia as a 20 year old. Naz also shares anecdotes about h...

In this episode listen in as John, a seasoned soccer card collector, guides newbie to the soccer card market Nathanael through the exciting – and sometimes confusing world of soccer cards! John's got a few years of experience under his belt, boasting a killer Claudio Reyna collection, a Luka Modric collection to envy (as we heard in episode 2) and a Cristiano Ronaldo rookie card! But his alleg...

In this episode Will (@kartadami) and John (@istanbulcards), step away from interviewing fellow enthusiasts to catch up and delve into their own collecting journeys, shaped in more ways than one by their experiences on the show. Living in New Zealand has opened exciting new avenues for Will. He'll discuss his hunt for rare and underappreciated cricket and rugby cards, there might be a little t...

This week on the show, Will (@kartadami) gets to the line of scrimmage with Justin (@vintagefb52), a collector whose passion for vintage football cards runs deeper than a Hail Mary pass! Justin's gonna take us on a journey through his collecting history, from heart melting moments with a 77-year-old seller to the story of "The Godfather," a friend who reignited his love for the hobby...

Hey card fam! We've done it! Ten episodes! Double digits. Hopefully there will be more milestones to be had. This week on the show, Will (@kartadami) chills with Hadleigh (@david_robinsoncollection), a guy with a David Robinson collection so epic, it's as herculean as "The Admiral" himself. Hadleigh's not just a David Robinson collector, he's been living in Shanghai for y...

Calling all NBA and card collecting enthusiasts! The crew behind the legendary DirkNashty podcast is back, but this time they're going global! Join podcast host, John (@istanbulcards), NBA expert Keith (@dirknashty), and Bulls basketball (and Luol Deng) aficionado Nathanael for a slam dunk of an episode on All-Time, All-NBA, All-International Teams! That's right, the boys are reuniting to...

Get ready for a card collecting extravaganza with John (@istanbulcards) and soccer card expert Alec from USMNT Soccer Cards! This episode is a must-listen for soccer fans and card enthusiasts alike: ⚽️ Rare Card Showcase: Dive into Alec's coveted soccer card collection, with stories on rare finds and their personal significance. Prepare to be amazed! ⚽️ Collecting with a Twist: Discover the...

Calling all card collectors, history buffs, and sports enthusiasts! Get ready for an episode of the podcast that's packed with insider knowledge and incredible card stories. This time, we’ll hear from Steve Summers – a key figure in the New Zealand Cartophilic Society and a lifelong card collector. We'll dive into Steve's passion for collecting – how it all started as a kid, and amazin...

Mabuhay, Card Collectors! Jokic, Discord, & Pinoy Card Culture with @the_41st_pick! Join John (@istanbulcards) as he ventures to the Philippines for a fascinating conversation with Fred (@the_41st_pick)! Buckle up for a deep dive into the vibrant card collecting scene in the Pearl of the Orient: Puso ng Kolektor:  Discover the unique passion for all things basketball in the Philippines and lea...

Join @kartadami as he sits down with veteran collector Justin McCullough @justin.mccullough.9210 for a nostalgic trip through the world of rugby cards! This episode is more than just showcases – it's a journey for any fan curious about the passion that fuels collecting. Prepare to: Follow Justin's path: Discover how a young fan's spark ignited a lifelong love affair with rugby cards. E...

From Istanbul to the World stage: Unpacking the Turkish Card Collecting Scene! Join Will (@kartadami) and John (@istanbulcards) for a fascinating journey into the world of Turkish card collecting with their friend from Istanbul, Berk (@berkolekt)! Get ready to hear firsthand about the unique challenges and opportunities Berk faces as a passionate collector in Turkey. Ever wondered about the card s...

Dive into John's Luka Obsession: Get ready for a Luka-licious treat! John, is a true aficionado with an undeniable passion for all things Luka Modrić and in this episode John explores his fascination with the legendary footballer, and delves into the value and rarity of his coveted Luka Modrić collection. Beyond just amassing cards, John paints a vivid picture of his collecting journey, sharing th...

In this episode John interviews Will and learns about his collecting origins and why he's started collecting rugby cards. Plus Will discusses the rugby GOATs: Richie McCaw, Dan Carter and Jonah Lomu. He also discusses the Jonah Lomu rookie card and why it's a must for rugby card collectors.

In this episode John (@istanbulcards) and Will (kart_adami) discuss their reasons for launching this podcast. Both John and Will share what they have been collecting recently, explaining their reasoning for why they've been collecting these cards and John shares a massive recent pick up.