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The tools required to build a product have become available to everyone.
That does not mean every product needs to exist.
Scott Lock, CEO of InfernoRed Technology, joins Brett to discuss the growth of hobby tech and what separates an idea from something collectors will use.
They also preview Enter the Inferno, a pitch event created by Sports Cards Live and InfernoRed Technology for The National. Hobby founders will present their ideas to Scott, Ed Snyder, Jeremy Lee, and Dr. James Beckett on the main stage.
The conversation covers collector engagement, founder conviction, product demand, AI, and why the next hobby platform should offer more than another way to check comps.
Enter the Inferno takes place Saturday at 3 p.m. on the main stage at The National.

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The National is here. Six hundred dealers. Five hundred thousand square feet. Thirty-six hours of show floor time.
That level of choice can make every card feel important. Every deal feel temporary. Every purchase feel necessary.
But the best show experience starts before you walk through the doors.
In this episode, Brett shares how collectors can build a hunt list, research dealers, set buying rules, create a flex budget, and protect their collecting taste from the pressure of the room.
The goal is not to avoid buying cards.
The goal is to make sure the show does not make the decision for you.

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What happens when opening boxes leads to becoming a fan?
This week, Katelyn is joined by Jason (@notjasondardic), a longtime collector whose path into the WNBA started with cards and evolved into becoming one of the biggest Dallas Wings supporters around. 
The conversation explores how collecting shaped his connection to the league, why Paige Bueckers has changed the trajectory of the Wings, and what makes building a focused collection more rewarding than chasing everything.
They also discuss:
 Why one great card can be enough for a player collection 
 The appeal of Logo Women, Gold Vinyls, and cornerstone cards 
 PSA Authentic slabs and Jason's grading philosophy 
 Why the Dallas Wings are one of the most exciting teams for collectors today 
 The opportunity Jason still sees across the WNBA card market 
Whether you're a longtime WNBA collector or looking for a team to follow, this episode is a reminder that collecting and fandom often grow together.

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What does building Xbox, NASCAR, The Athletic, Mantle, and ONIT Athlete have in common?
Community.
This week on Passion to Profession, brought to you by eBay, Brett sits down with ONIT Athlete CEO Evan Parker to unpack one of the most unique career paths in the hobby.
Evan shares lessons from building brands inside sports, media, and startups before explaining why college collectibles represent one of the biggest opportunities in the industry.
They discuss:
• Why content shapes the future of collecting
• Lessons from NASCAR that apply to today's hobby
• Building Mantle from zero
• Why collectors need more than hype
• How ONIT is creating cards for athletes traditional manufacturers overlook
• Why brand takes years to build and moments to lose
If you're interested in where the hobby is headed and what it takes to build a business that lasts, this conversation is for you.

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Fanatics Fest is built on excitement.
Big pulls. Big personalities. Big moments.
That energy matters. It brings people into the hobby.
But what happens after the excitement fades?
In this episode, Brett shares why the next generation of sports card businesses will separate themselves by making customers smarter. From Topps, PSA, eBay, and Card Ladder to Mike Inouye's work in Formula 1 cards, this episode explores why education compounds while hype expires.
If you run a hobby business, create content, or want to understand where the professional side of the industry is heading, this episode is about building trust that lasts.
Also in this episode:
• Lessons from Fanatics Fest after Day 1
• Why informational content creates stronger customers
• The difference between building dependency and building capability
• How educational content becomes a competitive advantage
• This week's Hobby Jobs spotlight featuring COMC's Corporate Counsel, Commercial & Legal Operations role
Every business wants attention.
The best businesses earn confidence.

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