The Football Card Podcast #22: Chasing Big Cards and Building Real Collections
Pack and Brett sit down and talk about the type of collecting that happens when you stop fearing price tags and start trusting your instincts.We get into the mindset shift that lets you land cards you once thought were out of reach. We talk Derrick Henry, early Superfractors, cracked ice autos, Phoenix parallels, and why certain cards feel timeless. We cover auctions, comps, and what these sales say about the football card market right now. We break down why collectors hit turning points when they learn how to maneuver, trade, and sell to chase the right cards. We close by sharing how our collections have evolved this year and what that says about focus, identity, and what you want your box to say back to you.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking SlabsVote for Heystack for Innovation of the YearVisit Heystack to explore their partner breaks. No more waiting. No more blurry screenshots. Just clear, instant access to what you hit.Follow The Football Card Podcast on Instagram for memes and stuff.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Pack: | Instagram
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The Power of Curation in a Hobby Built on Noise
You run into a lot of noise when you collect without intention. Safe searches tell you what to buy.Auctions pull you into impulse mode. Random mail days fill the void. This episode is about going on offense.It’s about taking control of your operation and building a collection that feels like you.I break down the difference between accumulation and curation. I share why curation brings clarity, restraint, meaning, pride, and long term happiness. I highlight some collector examples to explain why their pages carry so much weight. If you want to build something you want to keep, this is the episode.Support the show and get 25% off at ShinestyI’m testing a fun partnership with Shinesty. They make underwear, loungewear, pajamas, and other comfortable gear. If you want to check them out, use this link for 25% off your order:https://www.shinesty.com/?ref=stackingslabsGet your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeStart your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok
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The Heart of the Hobby: Trust, Legacy, and the Future
This episode closes out the Collecting for Keeps series by focusing on trust, legacy, and the future of your collecting journey.I break down what it means to control what you can control, why responsibility matters in every interaction, and how trust shapes your experience in the hobby. We talk about long term thinking, the value of community, and the story your collection tells about you.If you’re looking to reset, refocus, and move with more confidence in the hobby, this episode will help you step forward with clarity and purpose.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeStart your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok
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The Staging Area #12: The Truth About Shill Bidding
Brett and Tory sit down to talk about shill bidding, trust, and the state of auctions in the hobby. Tory breaks down what DC Sports 87 sees every day, how shill bidding really works, and why defensive shill bidding is not real.This episode gives you the perspective of a seller who runs more auctions than anyone on eBay and cares about protecting the marketplace.If you buy or sell cards, this is a conversation you need to hear.A special thank you to dcsports87 for supporting this series. Check out dcsports87 for your eBay consignment needs and visit the dcsports87 eBay store to find great cards ending every night.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow dcsports87: | Website | eBay | Instagram | Twitter Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok
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Passion to Profession: Building Great Experiences with Mike Brown of 4 Sharp Corners
In this episode of Passion to Profession sponsored by eBay, Mike Brown from 4 Sharp Corners joins the show to take you inside one of the most trusted operations in the hobby.We sit down to talk about growth, decision making, and why the right processes build trust.Mike shares how he moved from finance into cards, what he learned from working alongside Stan and Roger, and why focus keeps their business moving in the right direction.You’ll hear how they built their consignment division from the ground up, the impact of Probstein leaving eBay, and why their select showcases have changed how collectors think about selling big cards.If you want a better view of where the hobby is headed and how top sellers think, this episode gives you an honest look under the hood.A special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok
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