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In this episode Brett explores the question, "What's something that took you a while to learn, but made you a better collector?" with the community. He posed the question on Instagram last week and takes time to read some of his favorite responses this week. 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...

In this episode Brett brings Kevin Randall (@dacaptain37) back on the podcast to discuss the crazy divisional round in the NFL and the implications on the football card market. The growth football card market has been on fire and they reminisce on the start of 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 u...

In this episode Brett goes deeper in talking about the collector's mindset, shares some perspective from the audience, and discusses why we are all in the reputation business. 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 th...

In this episode Brett and Chris talk about current data points from the football and basketball markets and explore what makes up the collector's mindset. 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 Chris: | Instagram Follow Card Ladder: | Instagram | YouTube | Website Follow Stacking Slab...

In this episode Brett touches on last week's Hobby drama, shares his busy week of activity, and shares a reminder of why the sports cards can be one of life's best distractions. 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...

In this episode Brett talks with Jordan (@northwoodscardcollector) about his building out PCs because of passion, collecting for value, and making deals at shows.   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 Jordan: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tik...

In this episode Brett shares some perspective on the monumental year in the football card market, momentum around new wrestling card product releases, and the power of accessibility. 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 ★ Sup...

In this episode Brett brings back Drake (@drakes_pc) to discuss how to operate in immature segments of the Hobby. Brett and Drake have been going deep in the modern wrestling card lane over this past year and share some of what they have learned. 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...

You've already probably OD'd on commentary about Fanatics buying Topps and all of the implications. I share my plans for the show and my continued exploration into the mindset of 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 this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | T...

Brett ran into Justin (@charger21_) at the Dallas Card Show last May and they are finally getting back together to discuss passion behind collecting. Justin is a long time collector of 90's inserts and has jumped head first into the F1 card phenomenon.   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 lin...

In this episode Brett talks about laying the foundation for how we collect as individuals and dives into his person use case. He shares how he's established his own connection with his collection and ways he's looking to evolve this 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 Stackin...

In this conversation Brett chats with his brother Kyle (@mcgrathcards) about the year in the Hobby, things learned, and what's ahead with their collecting. 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 Follow Kyle: | Instagram ★ Suppo...

In this episode Brett shares some of the things related to cards, content, and people that he learned this year. He shares those insights and how it will help influence his collecting moving forward. 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 | Facebo...

In this episode Brett talks with Brad Beeman (@bee_sports) about creating the Shipshewana Cardfest show in 2020. They discuss the passion behind the show and how to create a show that people keep coming back to. Mark your calendar for Shipshewana Cardfest 2021 on March 26th, 9AM-3PM at Farmstead Inn Expo Barn 368 S Van Buren St, Shipshewana, IN 45665 Trade Night March 25th, 7-10PM Sign up for the...

In this episode Brett explores a couple Hobby topics. First, the idea of having long term conviction around what we spend our heard earned money on. It's hard to block out the noise, but focusing in on collecting what you are passionate about typically reaps many benefits. Also, Brett closes the episode by talking about content creation's place in the Hobby and the importance of accountability. Si...

In this episode Brett sits down with Sam Shuford who runs the Women of the Hobby account on IG and YouTube channel to discuss her motivations and desires with starting a content channel highlighting the female Hobbyist. They chat content, cards, and several other topics. 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 discusses the desire for passionate collectors to put inside a one click box. He shares why we love the work and the satisfaction that the hunt can provide. Also, he sends a massive congratulations to the Card Ladder team for their recent acquisition by Collectors.  Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your supp...

Joey Colarulo (@the.e.trader) returns to the podcast to have a conversation with Brett about liquidity vs. collectibility, setting all-time highs, and the art of sports card competition. 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 Joey: | Instagram Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instag...

In this episode Brett talks about specializing his time in the Hobby and outsourcing things that he doesn't want to deal with. He talks through his experience working with a consignor and and shares some insight on where he was able to direct his time instead of listing cards himself. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your support...

In this episode father and son duo Rob and Ryan Veres share a ton of information about their buying process, opening up new stores, and servicing their customers. Burbank Sportscards is the Mecca of LCS and this conversation is a unique opportunity to hear how they are running their business. Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Sign up for Card Ladder and show your...

In this episode Brett gives thanks and discusses some of his favorite things that helped contribute to his Hobby experience this year. These aren't the "best" things, however, the people, content, and companies who deserve some recognition. 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 Stack...

In this episode Chris returns to the show to discuss private deals and the beauty of collecting 1/1's. There's a ton of passion and ground covered on a myriad of Hobby topics in this one. 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 Chris: | Instagram Follow Card Ladder: | Instagram | YouTu...

In this episode Brett shares stories about where his mindset is with his current collecting. Last week he ended up purchasing 3 new 1/1's of someone who he is collecting and shares the stories on this episode. 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 | Instagra...

In this episode Brett has a conversation with Rob Girard (@sportscardtherapist) about how he uses his professional skillset in the Hobby to help him navigate. They also talk about content creation and the benefits of going to show to build relationships and make deals. 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...

In this episode Brett talks about the opportunity to be unique with your collecting, the power of organic relationships, and provides commentary from a marketing perspective on Josh Luber's essay, "Trading Cards Are Cool Again" 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 Trading Cards Are Cool Ag...