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. 1D AGO

    #SlowNewsWeek & Eric makes a New End of Year Clip | BIC 164

    *Originally Aired Jan 27, 2026* The usual segments give way to perhaps the worst Football commentary on YouTube, and Eric provides an early end-of-year clip candidate.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (2:04)- Silly Card of the Week (5:20)- Pickups (13:20)- Eric learns about the #Rigged nature of the picks & Football discussion (20:55)- Talk on the YouTube Sports Card HOF coming up and Eric's plea for adjacency (1:40:20)Links mentioned:Cardboard Cynics Episode 2:https://youtu.be/HdSIzN2r2t0?si=dNvmUjSPUMg8fyuRThanks 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://www.youtube.com/@BICWrestlingSee 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/XCBVNdruzL0Link 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 47m

  2. 2D AGO

    This Years NFL is Drunk | BIC 163

    *Originally Aired Jan 20, 2026* On the cusp of the Conference Championship games, the guys discuss the usual segments and then Eric gets his moment to proclaim his Patriots "fandom."Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:47)- Silly Card of the Week (12:28)- Pickups (29:02)- BIC Adjacent Playoff Picks & Discussion (38:50)- The Guys Discuss Updates to the Upcoming "Collectors Supershow" (1:06:37)- Brief Discussion on Content being stale lately, and AI Thumbnails running amo (1:32:34)Links mentioned:Official site for the Collectors Supershow:https://collectorssupershow.com/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://www.youtube.com/@BICWrestlingSee 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/X2R9kN_SdjELink 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 42m

  3. 4D AGO

    Where Eric tries to be Patriots Adjacent | BIC 162

    *Originally Aired Jan 13, 2026* Back with some storytime, updates on collabs, a new Upper Deck announcement, and more terrible NFL picks.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (3:20)- Carlos discusses "Cardboard Cynics" collab (4:28)- Silly Card of the Week (9:51)- Pickups (16:31)- Storytime with Carlos (19:18)- UD announces full "debut" jerseys coming to new releases (34:25)- The Guys recap Wild Card Weekend and make more horrendous picks (52:48)Links mentioned:Episode 1 of "Cardboard Cynics" on  @DansVintageBaseballPC channelhttps://youtu.be/NnB55Qzw11Q?si=9yZ1yw7odYIEEAZ_Upper Deck to Launch NHL Game Jersey Debut Card Program from Sports Collectors Daily:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/upper-deck-to-launch-nhl-game-jersey-debut-card-program/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/LRR8YRbuwlwLink 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 54m

  4. 6D AGO

    The Struggle is Real | BIC 161

    *Originally Aired Jan 6, 2026* First Pod of the year required a double dose of caffeine as the last week of the NFL resulted in a descent into madness.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:13)- Silly Card of the Week (7:06)- Pickups (13:30)- Reviewing the NFL Playoff Bracket, Plus Predictions (16:58)- Some guesses on the potential card implications of the playoffs (46:38)- More foolishness to finish the episode (1:15:38)Links mentioned: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/6C3Q-WQpaQkLink 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 29m

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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

Information

  • Creator
    Carlos Alcazar
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    203
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Carlos Alcazar
  • Show Website
    Because I'm Carlos

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