The Talking Shop Podcast

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E7) - Where Will Tom Brady Land Next? Join Josh and Michael as they dish out their hot takes on where Tom Brady will end up and how it will change the world of card collecting forever (or at least until next week). They'll also give you the inside scoop on the latest happenings at the Hickory card show, recap an epic Trade Night and give you a sneak peek of the freshest...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E6) - Card Show Overload? Josh and Michael are back with an exciting episode, and this week they're discussing the state of the card show landscape - is there a saturation of shows happening? They'll also share their thoughts on the NFL playoffs and highlight some cards from eliminated teams that could be worth snagging. But that's not all, they'll also give you a sneak...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E5) - If You Had One Card to Buy Before the Playoffs... In this week's episode, Josh and Michael kick off the New Year with their take on the NFL Playoff picture and the ONE Card they would buy before the playoffs start. They will also chat about their New Years Resolutions and predictions for the upcoming year. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards f...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E4) - The Last Episode of 2022 In this week's episode, Josh and Michael break 2021 Prizm and Optic Football Hangers. They will also chat about the top headlines of the year and give their predictions for 2023. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:24 New in the Shop - 13:57 2021 Prizm and Optic Ret...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E3) - Josh & Michael interview Andrew from SlabStox FC In this week's episode, Josh and Michael sit with Andrew Hulke, the voice of soccer for Stabstox FC. Andrew will do his best to convince Josh to start collecting soccer cards and give his take on a wild World Cup. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more!  &n...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E2) - Josh & Michael interview the CEO of HGA (Hybrid Grading Approach) In this week's episode, Josh and Michael sit with Jordan Hollifield, the CEO of HGA (Hyrbid Grading Approach). The guys will get Jordan's take on the current state of the hobby, the price wars between grading companies, and how HGA fits into it. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions,...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S2E1) - Josh & Michael interview the Director of Behind The Card, Christopher Fitzjarrald. In this week's episode, Josh and Michael sit with Christopher Fitzjarrald , the director of the documentary " Behind the Card ", a documentary about the sports card industry and its explosion in 2020. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and s...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E41) - Special Thanksgiving Episode, End of Season One In this week's episode, Josh and Michael wrap up Season One of the Talking Shop Podcast with their Thanksgiving takes and set up Season Two of TSP. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! 

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E40) - The World Cup Is Here - Will Josh Watch? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael debate the importance of the World Cup as an event and its effect on the hobby. They also recap Trade Night 12 and the if the marked hobby box scandal is really a scandal. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 1:...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E39) - Influencers Are Spending BIG Cash at BIG Shows - Is This a Good Thing? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael debate the recent trend of big influencers spending big cash at some of the biggest card shows in the country. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more!  ---  Opening Rip - 8:28 New in the Shop...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E38) - Michael Deals Cards to Sports Card Investor's Geoff Wilson in Nashville In this week's episode, Michael recaps the Nashville card show and the big deal that he struck with Geoff Wilson (Sports Card Investor). He and Josh also talk about PSA's latest price drop and what it means for the rest of the grading companies. All this plus new in the shop, listener questio...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E37) - Michael's First Show and Josh Gets Raw on Monday. In this week's episode, Josh talks about his Monday Night Raw experience, and Michael dishes on his prep for setting up for his first show in Nashville, TN. They will also recap the week in sports and its effect on cards in the hobby. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E36) - NBA Preview, Predictions, and Cards In this week's episode, Josh and Michael preview the upcoming NBA season and what cards will have their attention. They will also recap Trade Night and talk more about grading as BGS changes pricing  - again. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:24 N...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E35) - Game of Grades - Cost of Grading Under $20! In this week's episode, Josh is Back! He and Michael talk chat about the new pricing of all four grading companies and how to navigate your options. They will also cover the state of the card market and how you can still enjoy the hobby in a down market. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E34) - Michael Is On A Podcast Island! In this week's episode, Michael flies solo and gives his take (hopefully with some help from some guests) on Week 4 of the NFL  and the upcoming MLB playoff picture. He will also cover the latest GemRate stats and the speed of his latest personal SGC submission. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E33) - Will We Ever See 700 Home Runs Again?? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael debate whether or not we will ever see a major league hitter get to 700 home runs again. The guys also talk about Week 3 in the NFL and if we need to be worried about Russell Wilson. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more!  ---&n...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E32) - Topps whiffs...what next? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael talk about the latest news regarding 2022 Topps Chrome Baseball. The guys also talk about Week 2 in the NFL and predict when Pujols and Judge will make history. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 5:17 New in the Shop - 20:25...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E31) - PSA Drops Prices... Again In this week's episode, Josh and Michael talk about PSA's latest price drop and what it means for you and your collection. The guys also talk about Week 1 in the NFL  and a recap of the Charlotte Card this past weekend. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:39...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E30) - Podcast Break (#1096) In this week's episode, Josh and Michael break some juicy retail football products (2021 Prizm and Optic) and talk a little hobby at the same time. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 3:52 New in the Shop - 20:43 Card from the Vault - 26:12 Optic & Prizm Football Br...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E29) - Have You Ever Been Scammed? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael tackle scams in the hobby and how you can protect yourself and your collection. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:23 New in the Shop - 20:43 Behind the Counter & Listener Questions - 18:30 Card from the Vault - 50:0...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E28) -Tatis Gets Pinched! In this week's episode, Josh and Michael talk about Fernando Tatis' getting pinched for PEDs and the recent scandal with older sealed wax. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 3:20 New in the Shop - 16:52 Behind the Counter & Listener Questions - 18:30 Card from the Vau...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E27) - Soto Goes West - Good for Baseball? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael dive into Juan Soto's move to the Padres and Fanatics decision to cut ties with the hobby's biggest distributor. The guys also talk about an eBay return that wasn't requested. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:4...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E26) - We Recap the National with Special Guest Aaron Cordero In this week's episode, Josh and Michael recap the National with the help of Aaron Cordero of Palmetto Cards. The guys also talk about post-National hobby action and take a look at next year's Nation in Chicago. All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Ope...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E25) - Sons/Brothers of professional athletes, does it matter in the card world? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael talk about sons of professional athletes and how the hobby views them. They also give their picks for the Home Run Derby and if Becket is still a viable grading option.  All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, an...

The Talking Shop Podcast (S1E24) - How Low Will PSA Prices Go? In this week's episode, Josh and Michael talk PSA's special pricing for July. They also recap trade night and fake autos (really). All this plus new in the shop, listener questions, cards from the vault, and so much more! --- Opening Rip - 2:55 New in the Shop - 31:13 Behind the Counter & Listener Questions - 27:42 Card from the Va...