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In this episode Brett talks with collector Jason Anderson (@gintergoldfever) about his passion for 2006 Topps Allen & Ginter. Jason discusses why he connection with this set and how he's developed a community of other collectors around 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 St...

In this episode Brett talks about his golden triangle of collecting and the process he went through to reach it. He continues to explore the question for why we collect and shares some personal experiences. 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 |...

In this episode Brett has a discussion with Ryan Hoge, new President at PSA about his background, vision setting for the company, and his collecting journey. They dive into the role of technology in the Hobby and tackle other topics important to 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 th...

In this episode Brett talks about setting his Hobby goals, kicking off the year buying a lot of cards, and the fun of diving into set collecting. The back half of the episode is dedicated to addressing a listener comment on Hobby segmentation. 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 St...

In this episode Brett talks with Josh Adams (@midwestvintagecards) about the launch of 90s Auctions and the reason behind it. They discuss the benefits of creating niche marketplaces and the outcomes that can happen when building products for a more focused audience. 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 u...

In this episode Brett talks about structuring his Hobby experience, shares a personal story related to collecting, and discusses thoughts on the importance of segmentation in our Hobby ahead. 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 | Tik...

In this episode Brett chats with Mike Evans (@joemontana16collector) about the importance of collector content and why he's on a mission to host a collector showcase each week in 2023. Also, they dive into his Joe Montana and Jerry Rice collecting and the community around those players. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your suppo...

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In this episode Brett brings back on his brother Kyle McGrath (@mcgrathcards) for an annual tradition of talking cards right before the holidays. Kyle discusses his year in the Hobby collecting. He talks about his evolution and some of the big cards he landed at the end of the year. 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 discusses observations he made this year and how they made more room for the collector. He talks about why education matters more than ever before and early thoughts heading into next 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 | Instag...

In this episode Brett talks with Andy Albert, Owner at Indy Card Exchange (@ballcardxchange) about the importance of the Hobby shop moving into 2023. They dig into the relationship between store and the customers they serve. They unpack topics like building trust, education, and how to keep interest even when things are down. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sig...

In this episode Brett recaps his conversation with Joey (@the.e.trader) from last week, shares why Hobby Shops matter more now than ever before, and shares a reminder for why he collects. 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 brings back Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader) to discuss his process for buying big cards and eliminating barriers along the way. He discusses tactics like building a list, using trades, and building a "second PC" that help create efficiency when buying personal grails. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the show...

In this episode Brett takes a question that he received from a listener (@benxcrunner1) around the balancing act between being patient for a personal grail and reactionary buying to fill a void. He reflects on this question and shares how he's been approaching it with his collecting. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support...

In this episode Brett talks with Nate (@incardboardveritas) about the reason for why he collects. Nate is primarily a vintage collector. They discuss how cards has been a connecting point with his Dad and now his son. 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 Nate: | Instagram Follow Sta...

In this episode Brett breaks down different types of activity that align with collecting and discusses how putting in the work and turn up the cards of our dreams. Brett also discusses the importance of individuality and uniqueness when building out his PC. 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...

It this episode Brett talks with Ryan Conner (@mindcycle_cards) about his team collecting of the Denver Nuggets. They discuss where the passion comes from and why it's ok to put a Jokic Gold Prizm in a binder. 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 Ryan: | Instagram Follow Stacking Sl...

On this episode Brett talks about auction exhaustion and how it's easy to get distracted by all the narratives that get spun up after a mainstream auction closes . Brett provides some solutions to counter the conversation and why focusing on our PC is always a good alterative. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the...

In this episode Brett chats with Caleb (@powerwh33ls) about the moves he made when the Tom Brady market when parabolic. He shares why he started collecting rare parallels out of 2014 Totally Certified Football and how collecting projects can serve as a great distraction during uncertain times. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show you...

In this episode Brett shares the importance of experience with collecting. He explores how experience can help drive the intention behind the purchases that we make as 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 ★ Suppo...

In this episode Brett chats with fellow podcaster Rob Girard (@sportscardtherapist) about the role content can play to enhance the Hobby experience. They discuss intention, impact, and the diversity around content that we see every day through social media and other channels. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the...

In this episode Brett shares his observations on the growth of collector content in the Hobby. He shares how great content can help inspire growth and retention.   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 ★ Support this podcast o...

In this episode Brett chats with regular guest Chris McGill of Card Ladder about why the Jerry Rice Green PMG sale matters to the collecting community. They discuss the Hobby mainstream narrative and why it's important to look past the surface when evaluating the health of the Hobby. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support...

In this episode Brett talks about compelling events that happen with active players and how that impacts the PC that you are building. He discusses the recent changes at quarterback for the Indianapolis and what this means for his Matt Ryan collection. 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...

In this episode Brett brings Jake Roy (@90s_bball_cards) back on the show to discuss how to get started collecting 90s basketball cards. Jake shares some of his favorite products in different price tiers and discusses how he approaches the segment of the Hobby that he loves. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support for the s...