Coom & Currie Sports Cards

Ben Coom & Martin Currie
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Hobbies
  • Updated weekly

Welcome to Coom & Currie Sports Cards, the weekly sports card podcast hosted by The Tag Team Champions, BC & MC. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting started in the hobby, join us each week as we dive into the latest hobby news, break down new product releases, share our latest mail days, and discuss the grail cards we're chasing for our personal collections. BC is a passionate Seattle Seahawks and Liverpool supporter, while MC flies the flag for the Green Bay Packers and Liverpool FC. Expect plenty of sporting banter, strong opinions, and the occasional disagreement along the way. Regular features include: 🏆 That's Codswollop! – Calling out the hobby's biggest nonsense, hot takes, and questionable decisions. ⚖️ Coom & Currie's Court Room – Where justice will be served as we put hobby controversies, collectors, and card-related crimes on trial. What makes us different? We're still relatively new to the hobby ourselves. We're learning as we go, making mistakes, discovering new things, and sharing the journey with our listeners. We believe that fresh perspective gives us a unique view of the sports card world that both newcomers and veteran collectors can enjoy. So grab your latest pickup, settle in, and join the Tag Team Champions for your weekly dose of sports cards, collecting stories, hobby news, and plenty of laughs. New episodes every week. Socials:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ccsportscards11?igsh=YjMxenpvNGZkODlx&utm_source=qr Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcZp6dP13Vs-vF1e0cwWx8g TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coomandcurriesportscards?_t=ZS-8xd9il4JiL4&_r=1 Apple Music Monthly Playlist: https://music.apple.com/nz/playlist/coom-currie-sports-cards-july/pl.u-j1epf1aBBr Spotify Monthly Playlist: 

  1. 14 hr ago

    Laughs, Cards. A special guest. A promo code & the beginning of Del Piero’s podcasting career.

    EPISODE 62 IS HERE… and we’ve somehow managed to get even less professional. This week, we’re joined by a very special guest: Piero from Swopsies! Or, as he’ll forever be known on this podcast… Del Piero. Sorry Piero, you walked straight into that one. Piero joins the boys to share his sports card collecting journey, the story behind why he created Swopsies, and drops some BIG news about an exciting collaboration. You’ll have to listen to find out what it is — because we’re not giving everything away for free around here. Speaking of free-ish things, Piero has also hooked our listeners up with an exclusive promo code. Use CCPOD and get involved. Honestly, we’d use it ourselves if we were allowed. Elsewhere, BC semi-calls out PCG. Let’s be absolutely clear: BC LOVES PCG. He just also loves receiving emails back. Come on, lads. It takes two seconds. We also debut a brand-new feature, “Give Us Your Stats”, dive headfirst into plenty of Topps Flagship chat, and somehow find ourselves surrounded by rogue Forrest Gump and Frank Sinatra quotes. Standard behaviour, really. Lots of laughs. Lots of cards. A special guest. A promo code. And potentially the beginning of Del Piero’s podcasting career. What a show. As always, follow the boys for the sports cards and join us for another episode of Coom & Currie Sports Cards — where the hobby chat is strong and the professionalism is very much optional. Takeaways Card collecting preferencesChallenges with PCG engagementImportance of clear communication in card transactionsThe value of setting boundaries and communicating them The importance of personal stories and emotional connections to cardsThe impact of hype and newness on the hobby Personal passion drives card collectingCard breaks offer a chance to obtain rare cardsSwopsies introduces a new approach to card trading Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Card Collection02:48 PCG Premier Card Grading14:21 Topps Merlin Mix-Up21:26 Taking a Break from Breaks25:21 Introduction and Guest Reveal26:16 Quick Fire Questions29:47 Favorite Cards and Collecting Stories39:41 Hype and Newness vs. Long-Term Fandom47:21 Personal Collecting Journeys50:40 The Journey of Card Collecting52:46 The Rise of Card Breaks57:09 The Emergence of Swopsies

  2. 20 Aug

    Auckland Card Show, Seahawks & Packers predictions & Flagship football is here! Let that permeate.

    Just the two of us. No guests. No excuses. Just two men bravely pretending this is an “admin episode” while discussing some of the most important issues facing the hobby… and absolutely none of them will be solved. We’re predicting the Seahawks and Packers wins and losses for the season, because apparently we’re now qualified NFL analysts. Then we tackle the big question: who are the biggest football clubs in the UK? Expect absolutely no bias whatsoever. Topps Flagship Football drops this week, and BC already has his eyes on the prize: a triple auto featuring JSN, Darnold and Kupp. Sensible? Absolutely not. Will he try to get one? Obviously. There’s mail day, the return of Codswollop, and another deep dive into the never-ending question of how we actually make the sports card hobby sustainable. And the big one… THE AUCKLAND CARD SHOW. We talk about the show, the hobby, the community and where things go from here. As ever, 'follow the boys for the Sports Cards.' Coom & Currie Sports Cards. The Tag Team Champions are back in the ring. Takeaways Auckland Card Show reviewDiscussion on NFL seasonFace-off segment predicting wins and losses Passionate sports analysisPredictions and analysis of each game Football card pulls and investment piecesDebate on the top ten best British football clubs Chapters 00:00 Auckland Card Show Review24:16 Discussion on NFL Season30:40 Face-off Segment: Seahawks vs. Green Bay31:49 Game Predictions and Analysis43:36 Mid-Season Review and Predictions53:41 Season Finale and Playoff Predictions55:42 Football Card Pulls and Investment Pieces59:25 Debate on the Top Ten Best British Football Clubs

  3. 13 Aug

    A former All Black & current sports card enabler joins the show & MC disappears, will he come back?

    Episode 60 is here, and we’ve landed a guest with a pretty decent rugby CV. Former Hurricane and former All Black Scott Waldrom joins us for a brilliant chat about his rugby journey, life after the game, his jersey shop, and how he ended up falling down the sports card rabbit hole. We also try to establish the only question that really matters… has Scott officially chosen Coom & Currie Sports Cards over Top Play? We’ll let you be the judge. Elsewhere in the episode: * Codswollop makes its usual appearance. * Mail Day delivers an unexpected Paul Ifill Wellington Phoenix card for BC. * MC’s technology does its best to cancel the podcast, but this train isn’t stopping anytime soon. * BC is gearing up for the Auckland Card Show, with plenty of content on the way. * MC shares his thoughts on the new Topps EPL Flagship release. A great guest, plenty of laughs, the usual chaos, and somehow we still stay on topic… occasionally. Get it in your ears. Takeaways The card community is diverse and supportive, contributing to the growth of the hobby.The challenges in the card market, including the absence of rugby cards, present opportunities for improvement and expansion. Card collection and memorabilia are a significant part of the conversation, showcasing the host's passion for the hobby.The discussion highlights the importance of community initiatives and the impact of the podcast on the audience.The performance of the podcast is reflected upon, with insights into the show's growth and future plans for upcoming guests and playlists. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Milestone Celebration02:02 Quick Fire Questions and Rugby Career05:28 The Wellington Cards and Collectible Show26:14 The Card Community and Hobby Growth31:34 Challenges in the Card Market34:53 Card Collection and Memorabilia41:11 The Hobby Community and Initiatives01:04:13 Podcast Performance and Reflection01:17:24 Upcoming Guests and Playlists

  4. 10 Aug

    We LOVE a day at the Seaside. Andy is back, for his fourth Cap. Topps EPL is back.

    Episode 59 is here… and somehow, it’s one of our most professional episodes yet. Andy from Seaside Sports Cards earns his fourth cap for Coom & Currie, proving once again that he either loves the hobby… or just enjoys watching us struggle with technology. This week we’re talking all things Topps Premier League Flagship. MC and Andy are absolutely obsessed, while Coom eventually joins after somehow getting defeated by… a world clock. Speaking of professionalism, we hit a few technical issues during the recording. Thankfully Andy stepped in, calmly navigated the chaos, and basically became the producer. He handled it so well that we couldn’t bring ourselves to edit any of it out. It’s a masterclass. We also chat about Andy’s experience as a vendor at the Brighton Card Show, dive into everyone’s latest mail days, and, of course, deliver another instalment of Codswollop. Stick around after the credits too, because the Card Crazy giveaway winner is decided in the only sensible way possible… a duck race. Late arrivals. Technical disasters. Football cards. Mail days. Ducks. It’s got it all. Takeaways New Tops Flagship Edition Premier League 26-27 releaseExperience at the Brighton card showGrading cards and experiences with different grading companies PSA's Dominance in GradingImpact of Player Transfers in NBAProduct Review: Resurgence NFL Cards Product design influences consumer perceptionTiming of product releases impacts relevance and interest Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Tops Flagship Edition00:30 Discussion of Tops Flagship Edition12:55 Brighton Card Show Experience21:05 Grading Cards and Grading Companies27:24 The PSA Grading Controversy29:01 Player Transfers and NBA Updates53:34 Product Review: Resurgence NFL Cards54:23 Product Design and Consumer Perception58:35 Timing of Product Releases01:06:09 Grading and Card Quality

  5. 7 Aug

    Baza is at the controls! An Un-expected Hat-trick Ball & One hell of a 'Deep & Meaningful'

    Episode 58 is here… and we’ve finally let Baza Collects Cards get his hands on the controls. At this point we’re pretty sure he’s got his own parking spot. This week we dive headfirst into the New Zealand sports card scene, chatting about where the hobby is heading and how we can all help make it even better. It’s one of our more thoughtful conversations… don’t worry, we still manage to go off on plenty of tangents. We also count down our Top 5 most fun products to rip, and it turns out we’re both absolute suckers for huge colour, ridiculous eye appeal, and cards that make you instantly forget what your bank balance looked like five minutes earlier. Of course, we had to talk about Topps Resurgence. Safe to say… we’re completely sold. If you like shiny cards with serious wow factor, this one is worth a look. There are plenty of deep and meaningful moments throughout the episode, while Baza officially picks up his hat-trick ball after yet another appearance on the podcast. At this rate we’re going to have to start paying him… in base cards. A massive thank you to our sponsor, Kiwi Card Collective, for continuing to support everything we do. We also give plenty of credit to Blunt Collections for the way they conduct themselves in the hobby, and chat about some exciting new ventures happening in New Zealand, including Brock Nash’s Card Syndicate and Nijesh’s Card Reserve NZ. Whether you’re ripping boxes, chasing grails, or just here for the questionable takes and terrible financial decisions, Episode 58 has something for everyone. Enjoy the show! Takeaways Connection through sports cardsSubjectivity in design preferences Top 5 card products are a personal choiceThe Auckland Card Show is an exciting event for the card collecting community Building a sustainable ecosystem is crucial for the growth of the hobby.The process and community play a significant role in shaping the hobby experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Bonus Episode01:36 Connecting Through Sports Cards04:05 Exploring Product Resurgence NFL06:00 Design Preferences and Subjectivity10:33 Factors Influencing Product Release25:01 Top Five Products and Their Appeal28:42 Top 5 Card Products43:10 The Auckland Card Show51:28 Flipping and the New Zealand Hobby55:04 The Evolution of the Hobby in New Zealand56:59 Building a Sustainable Ecosystem57:56 Connecting with the Australian Hobby Community01:00:23 The Importance of Process and Community in the Hobby01:05:06 The Role of Responsible Breakers in the Hobby01:13:18 The Journey of Collecting and Enjoying the Ride01:19:21 Supporting Hobby Initiatives and Community Growth

  6. 30 Jul

    Baza is BACK! BC gets emotional & a Funko gets Sacrificed!

    EP57 – BAZA IS BACK! Friend of the pod and now officially a two-time guest, Baza Collects returns to Coom & Currie Sports Cards. Baza takes us across the pond as he tells us all about his trip to the West Coast Card Show in the States — the cards, the experience and, most importantly, getting to share it all with his boys. It all gets a bit wholesome for a sports card podcast, as Baza manages to make BC genuinely emotional talking about just how special that time together was. We weren’t prepared for feelings. We apologise. Normal service is quickly resumed when BC makes the frankly outrageous decision to OPEN A FUNKO POP AND REMOVE IT FROM ITS BOX. MC can only sit and watch in absolute horror as thousands of collectors simultaneously sense a disturbance in the force. We also get into what actually makes sports cards so special to us. Is it the cards? The chase? The nostalgia? The community? Or just an elaborate excuse for grown men to spend money on shiny cardboard? MC shares his card show strategy, and naturally step one is to get yourself properly hydrated. A lager is preferable. In BC’s case, a nice Pilsner. Holsten Pils if you want that added hit of nostalgia before making financially questionable decisions at a dealer’s table. Plus all the usual favourites: Mail Day Codswollop And introducing our NEW feature — TOP OF THE POPS. Each week we’ll reveal the five most-listened-to Coom & Currie episodes and see who’s climbing the charts. Last week’s episode went STRAIGHT IN AT NUMBER TWO. But the big question… Where will Baza’s second appearance rank? Lots of laughs. Great card chat. A little bit of emotion. Questionable card show drinking strategies. And the brutal unboxing of an innocent Funko Pop. It’s EP57. Get it in your ears. Takeaways Survival instincts are crucial when navigating the overwhelming environment of card shows.The accessibility to card stock and retail packs differs significantly between countries, impacting the hobby experience. Family bonding and shared experiences are a key part of the card collecting journey.Value bin boxes and bargain finds offer exciting opportunities for collectors to discover hidden gems.Graded cards and accessibility in the US market provide unique opportunities for collectors to expand their collections. Passion for sports cardsTransparency and growth in podcasting Chapters 00:00 The National Card Show Experience09:21 Survival Strategies at Card Shows16:12 The Impact of Card Shows on the Hobby26:09 The Significance of Documenting Card Show Experiences32:40 The Card Show Experience34:08 Family Bonding and Memories38:26 Introducing Kids to Card Collecting40:10 Creating Meaningful Memories36:44 Value Bin Boxes and Bargain Finds57:45 Graded Cards and Card Accessibility52:07 Planning for Future Card Shows01:06:47 Interview with Baza Collects Cards01:08:11 The Excitement of Sports Cards01:12:16 Review of Top Five Shows01:22:11 Launch of Coomakurry Sports Cards Vintage Page01:23:28 Mail Day and Upcoming Updates01:30:45 Closing Remarks and Sign-off

  7. 24 Jul

    The man, the myth, the legend. Card Crazy Debuts.

    Episode 56 of the Coom & Currie Sports Cards Podcast is here! The man. The myth. The legend. Matt Brown from Card Crazy makes his long-awaited debut on the pod. We get the inside scoop on what it’s really like running New Zealand’s biggest card shop, find out what Matt actually collects when he’s not surrounded by cardboard all day, and most importantly, put him on the spot for his very own Card Shop Codswollop. Matt and the team at Card Crazy have also very generously sorted us out with some top-quality giveaway products for our New Zealand-based listeners. Listen in to find out what’s up for grabs and how you can get involved. Elsewhere, MC has been under the weather, while BC is fit, firing and absolutely raring to talk nonsense. With the NFL season fast approaching, we get stuck into the Packers and Seahawks, who are both obviously looking incredibly strong depending entirely on which host you ask. We also look ahead to the Seahawks making their debut on School of Hard Knocks — something BC will no doubt remain completely calm and unbiased about. There’s also World Cup Final chat, plus all the usual nonsense, including: Mail Day Codswollop A huge episode with a brilliant guest, giveaways, NFL chat, cards and the usual amount of questionable opinions. Episode 56. Get it in your ears. Takeaways Excitement for upcoming sports card productsEye appeal and autographs are key priorities in card collecting Passion for collecting from a young ageTransition from home breaks to managing a card shopThe growth of card shops in the area TCG shops are experiencing a nationwide surgeSelect optic cards are highly valuedInvestment in new players can be overhyped Card Crazy's nostalgic name revivalThe impact of grading on the trading card industry Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up01:14 NFL Resurgence Product Release03:02 Discussion on Sports Card Products04:23 Collecting Funko Pops and Memorabilia06:34 Anticipation for Guest Interview07:41 Mail Day and Card Collection Priorities30:26 Eye Appeal and Autograph Prioritization32:23 The Journey into the Hobby01:02:32 The Birth of Card Crazy01:03:34 The World of TCG Shops01:04:06 Favorite Products and New Releases01:07:20 Personal Collections and Breaks01:30:08 Investment and Overhyped Players01:31:19 The Origins of Card Crazy01:32:27 The Business Setup and Distribution01:34:16 The Shop and Breaks01:37:00 Grading and PCG01:40:00 Hobby Trends and Card Grading Companies01:43:00 Shop Frustrations and Pie Reviews01:51:28 Panini World Cup Sticker Album

  8. 16 Jul

    Sweepstake Pete. England are out & MC has been Scammed! BC picks up an on-card auto

    Coom & Currie Sports Cards Podcast – Episode 55! This week, MC has been well and truly done. He’s picked up a dodgy World Cup hardback sticker album off eBay… and if the word “Collection” being spelt wrong wasn’t enough of a red flag, we’re not sure what is. An elite bit of online shopping from MC. We also reveal the story behind the legend that is “Sweepstake Pete” and how recycling an ancient set of Grand National horses earned him one of the great nicknames. Meanwhile, BC has been getting amongst a Topps Chrome break, picking up a beautiful on-card auto and a very tidy numbered Sam Darnold colour match for the collection. All the usual nonsense returns with Mail Day and Codswollop, plus MC launches a brand-new segment: “News of the World.” What could possibly go wrong? We also want to hear from YOU. What do you love about the show? What should we do more of? What should we bin immediately? Get in touch and give us your feedback. As always, a massive thank you to everyone who listens, watches, comments and supports the show. You’re absolute legends. Episode 55. Get it in your ears. Takeaways Sports memorabilia investmentTactical analysis of a football match Sticker Collection ScamPanini Sticker AlbumTopps Chrome BlackJude BellinghamNegative Media Coverage Humor and storytellingPodcast content and guest lineup Chapters 00:00 Weekend Plans and Sporting Memorabilia01:25 Match Attacks and Football Analysis05:10 Tactical Analysis of a Football Match09:43 Discussion on England's World Cup Performance23:44 Collectibles and Investments51:20 Sticker Collection Scam43:18 Topps Chrome Black30:50 Jude Bellingham33:09 Negative Media Coverage57:11 Humor and Storytelling01:02:27 Podcast Content and Guest Lineup

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Welcome to Coom & Currie Sports Cards, the weekly sports card podcast hosted by The Tag Team Champions, BC & MC. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting started in the hobby, join us each week as we dive into the latest hobby news, break down new product releases, share our latest mail days, and discuss the grail cards we're chasing for our personal collections. BC is a passionate Seattle Seahawks and Liverpool supporter, while MC flies the flag for the Green Bay Packers and Liverpool FC. Expect plenty of sporting banter, strong opinions, and the occasional disagreement along the way. Regular features include: 🏆 That's Codswollop! – Calling out the hobby's biggest nonsense, hot takes, and questionable decisions. ⚖️ Coom & Currie's Court Room – Where justice will be served as we put hobby controversies, collectors, and card-related crimes on trial. What makes us different? We're still relatively new to the hobby ourselves. We're learning as we go, making mistakes, discovering new things, and sharing the journey with our listeners. We believe that fresh perspective gives us a unique view of the sports card world that both newcomers and veteran collectors can enjoy. So grab your latest pickup, settle in, and join the Tag Team Champions for your weekly dose of sports cards, collecting stories, hobby news, and plenty of laughs. New episodes every week. Socials:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ccsportscards11?igsh=YjMxenpvNGZkODlx&utm_source=qr Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcZp6dP13Vs-vF1e0cwWx8g TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coomandcurriesportscards?_t=ZS-8xd9il4JiL4&_r=1 Apple Music Monthly Playlist: https://music.apple.com/nz/playlist/coom-currie-sports-cards-july/pl.u-j1epf1aBBr Spotify Monthly Playlist: 

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  • Creator
    Ben Coom & Martin Currie
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ben Coom & Martin Currie
  • Show Website
    Coom & Currie Sports Cards

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