Because I'm Carlos

Carlos Alcazar
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The audio version of my YouTube channel (Because I'm Carlos), this podcast features my conversations with fellow Sports Card collectors, industry insiders, and hobby questions brought from listeners and viewers. Enjoy the conversations which are hobby-based, but can certainly delve into other areas of collecting and life. You can also check out more on the "Because I'm Carlos" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaCgEaXNDinc57_4bJwWwA

  1. JAN 31

    2025 In Review | BIC 160

    *Originally Aired December 30, 2025* This week contains some of the usual segments, and a year in Review of 2025, along with some initial thoughts on 2026.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:04)- Silly Card of the Week (2:25)- Pickups (12:21)- Sports Card Anonymous Returns to YouTube & Strongsville News (31:20)- 2025 Year in Review (46:38)- Outlook/Plans for 2026 (1:27:55)- Eric & Brandon get to talk up their NFL Teams (1:36:45)Links mentioned:Ray Bourque Charity site:https://bourquefamilyfoundation.org/ @Sportscardsanonymous  channel:https://www.youtube.com/@Sportscardsanonymous @BaseballCollector  video on the Strongsville Show moving:https://youtu.be/0TV7vW5h38E?si=E19C6cy80MZ8DdoXRecent live on the  @b1gscott35  channel:https://www.youtube.com/live/ADb9_nrTCDo?si=ZntWKGBlDnozSCBcThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/SXDzRk_JB8sLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!

    2h 5m

  2. JAN 29

    CGC Tallboy Holder, Goldin Juggles a Wagner, COMC Questions & Hobby Resilience | BIC 159

    *Originally Aired December 23, 2025* The guys are back with the usual segments, while Eric has his own "Flu Game" or whatever his version is.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (4:21)- Silly Card of the Week (11:38)- Pickups (20:21)- CGC unveils new "Tallboy" Holder (26:58)- Ken Goldin entertains us all (36:08)- No new Snype updates (43:36)- COMC Slowdown continues and brings Questions (47:24)- Hobby Resilience in these trying hobby times (1:08:28)Links mentioned:CGC announces the new Holderhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DSlIRZ8EpYE/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/L6vyDtvGs7wLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!

    1h 49m

  3. JAN 27

    Collectors Acquire Beckett | BIC 158

    *Originally Aired December 15, 2025* In a surprise move, PSA's parent company, Collectors, announces it will acquire Beckett.Agenda: Beckett being bought. Why? No Seriously, why?Thanks to  @simon466cards  for joining in on the discussion.Links mentioned:Collectors Press Release:https://www.collectors.com/company-announcementVideo from YouTube sending TAG cards in for regrading:https://youtu.be/LC1Vr2Y4j94?si=ltvROAbcq9Iw97dwBrian Gray Podcast Episode:https://youtu.be/Ub3Ne2u8aqo?si=zx5PTJxrCEcun0eiThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/0eqrypfNo0oLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    2h 15m

  4. JAN 2

    Please Responsible, Responsibly | BIC 157

    Following up on Carlos' most recent video, the guys discuss the role of the "influencer" and what, if anything, they should do with the platform afforded to them.Agenda:- Video Comments (2:55)- Silly Card of the Week (17:04)- Pickups (25:19)- Main Topic: Responsibility of Influencers (33:25)Links mentioned:Video from NEO that led to the conversation:https://youtu.be/H3hdUS_xiL8?si=XeR2DGxxsjl7oD9aMy original video discussing the topic:https://youtu.be/jqMTpWMiomsThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/vT_NoxDXPQILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    1h 27m

  5. 2025-12-31

    Hobbying Continues Unabated | BIC 156

    After all the recent controversies and drama in the hobby, this week's episode gets back to basics, while questioning why resilience seems to be in such short supply.Agenda:- Silly Card of the Week (6:09)- Pickups (13:10)- Quick diversion on the idea of resilience in dealing with "news" in the hobby (24:00)- Brandon's adventures with COMC shipping and "Restoration" Dilemma (38:10)- Discussion of the new UD "The Cup" Release and price inflation impact (56:44)- The New Topps Chrome Basketball and the return of the Reverse Dutch Auction (1:25:04)Links mentioned:Sports Collectors Daily Article on Snype and their coverage:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/rick-probstein-snype-shut-down/Conversation from the Second Channel with Billy from UD:https://youtu.be/gjj_mBp0GJY?si=WZyR3yq-PQ5pKPDvThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/T5_SVTrdZdkLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    1h 46m

  6. 2025-12-08

    Probstein Back to eBay & Hobby Resilience | BIC 155

    Live stream episode of BIC 155Agenda:Links mentioned:Discussion with Dan on the  @4CollectorsForCollectors channel on Sunday:https://www.youtube.com/live/cnWWkmN9j58?si=Ec3U8sx9m35qxPtgSnype Alleged Shill Bidding UPDATE - Future of Probstein Consignmentshttps://youtu.be/lBKRgKhAtPQ?si=7gM3QeGC1ZUzPsURCllct Article on Probstein going back to eBay:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/rick-probstein-returning-to-ebay-after-failed-attempt-to-start-own-platformWeb Design Museum Page for AuctionWeb/eBay:https://www.webdesignmuseum.org/gallery/ebay-1996Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/qgYBdpaKU0kLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    2h 7m

  7. 2025-12-05

    Shill “Coles” Notes & Remaining 2025 Plans | BIC 154

    Back on a regular episode, Carlos introduces some "Coles Notes" for the recent Shill bidding controversy involving Beckett and the various twists and turns.From there, a quick breakdown on Rob Veres from Burbank Sports Cards, providing an update on the Beckett Sports Card Insights podcast on his exclusivity deal with Fanatics and what has been going on since that announcement at the Previous National.Lastly, the discussion shifts to hobby plans for the remainder of 2025.Agenda:- Comments from Last week (2:00)- Silly Card of the Week (4:05)- Pickups (11:28)- Carlos' "Coles Notes" (22:43)- Rob Veres on the Beckett podcast (1:04:53)- Our Remaining 2025 Hobby Plans (1:15:17)Links mentioned:SCD article on PWCC being banned from eBay over accusations of shill bidding:https://sportscollectorsdigest.com/news/pwcc-marketplace-shill-bidding-accusation-ebay-restrictions-sports-cardsBreakdown on the channel of Part 1 of the PRyan Beckett conversation with  @DansVintageBaseballPC :https://youtu.be/9pqsbbfCDFoMy Breakdown of Beckett's standalone shill bidding episode responding to the backlash received:https://youtu.be/BstLuUnNkJQSports Card Auction Houses- The Fine Printhttps://youtu.be/qnLt_HBbM1c?si=sB3urKY6Ft7CY4S0A Buyer's Guide To The Auction Houses: Buyer's Premium, Extended Bidding, & More from  @3D80sKid 's channel: https://youtu.be/AOj2NcDBYMA?si=mX2sedhekg6SGVZGMile High Card Company rules referenced:https://www.milehighcardco.com/rules.aspxBeckett Insights Episode with Rob Veres of Burbank Sports Cardshttps://youtu.be/ajvQg_Zc6KI?si=g5X8vk2UhiIbVKdEThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/C4K6_us_6NULink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    1h 34m

  8. 2025-12-03

    2025 Toronto Sport Card Expo Hangover | BIC 153

    Everybody is back from the 2025 Toronto Sport Card Expo, so we thought another live to debrief was in order.Agenda:Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/kolKLotVi2wLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

    2h 28m
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The audio version of my YouTube channel (Because I'm Carlos), this podcast features my conversations with fellow Sports Card collectors, industry insiders, and hobby questions brought from listeners and viewers. Enjoy the conversations which are hobby-based, but can certainly delve into other areas of collecting and life. You can also check out more on the "Because I'm Carlos" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaCgEaXNDinc57_4bJwWwA

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  • Creator
    Carlos Alcazar
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    199
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Carlos Alcazar
  • Show Website
    Because I'm Carlos