Global Card Collectors

Global Card Collectors
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Forget passports – and go beyond borders with "Global Card Collectors," a podcast that connects collectors from across the globe! Join John, the Istanbul aficionado (@istanbulcards), and Will, the Kiwi card junkie (@kart_adami), as they embark on a journey to celebrate the diverse world of card collecting. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the sun-kissed shores of Kaiteriteri, New Zealand, each episode dives into the unique collections and captivating stories of passionate collectors worldwide. So give us a try and see what card collecting is like around the world.

  1. Sep 17

    127. We’ve Seen This Before… Is 2022 Happening Again?

    Is the sports card market starting to look a little too familiar?In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the warning signs we’re seeing in the hobby right now. From the return of extreme confidence and “cash is dead” mentality, to cards suddenly moving at prices that don’t seem to make much sense.We also talk about the last major sports card market downturn, what it felt like when cards were being bought purely because people believed they could sell them to someone else for more, and why that experience has changed the way we collect today.And then there’s Fanatics Collect…After receiving some cards that weren’t necessarily cards Ryan wanted to keep, he decided to test just how quickly they could be turned into cash. He had a PSA 10 2018 Luka, a 2008 Lebron Chalk Toss and a 1992 Jordan Beam Team PSA 8 and each sold remarkably quickly, not even offers, just dudes smashing the Buy Now button, raising some interesting questions about liquidity, current demand, and whether the market is healthier than it looks… or whether we should be paying attention to the warning signs.Are we heading toward another major correction or is this simply a different market with a different set of dynamics?

  2. Sep 12

    126. The Sports Card Hobby has become a MONSTER!

    Global Card Collectors is back and after stepping away from the hobby for a while, John and Will have plenty to talk about. Will has just returned from New Zealand, where he attended the Auckland Card Show and experienced what he calls the best card show he's ever been to. From meeting old collecting friends and interviewing bare-knuckle boxer Haze “The Huntsman” Hepi, to watching a kid pull a 1/1 on stage and finding $1 rookie cards that are now worth around $100, it was a reminder of what makes card collecting fun in the first place. But back in Turkey, the hobby feels very different. John has taken a noticeable step back from the modern card market, while Will talks about the growing obsession with comps, PSA 10s, autos, breaks and the latest “hot” cards. Have sports cards become too focused on money? We also talk about: 🏀 Michael Jordan cards: including a card Will bought for around NZ$50–70 that's now averaging around US$800 🔥 Whether Allen Iverson, Charles Barkley or another NBA legend could be the next player to explode 📉 Why John has stepped back from the modern card market 🏆 The return of 90s and early-2000s basketball cards 🇳🇿 New Zealand sports cards and why cards featuring the Kiwi flag are so special 🏉 Will's new “ghost card” chase: a Dan Carter autograph from his playing days in Japan 🇯🇵 The rabbit hole of Japanese rugby cards and BBM 👨‍👦 Collecting with your kids and rediscovering the fun of simply ripping packs 🐐 John’s growing International Treasures collection 🐲 Pokémon, the 30th anniversary and whether the current hype can get even crazier And finally, Will reveals a Dennis Rodman & Trinity Rodman card that has a much deeper story than simply being a father-daughter card. This is a conversation about collecting, nostalgia, the changing hobby and perhaps most importantly, remembering why we started collecting cards in the first place. Welcome back to Global Card Collectors.

  3. Sep 1

    125. We've Forgotten Why We Collect Cards with Totally Football Cards

    Is the sports card hobby becoming more about money than collecting?In this episode of Global Card Collectors, Will sits down with Jeremy from Totally Football Cards for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the hobby and where it might be heading.We talk about the explosive growth of the modern card market, rising pack prices, breaks, collector fatigue, the growing focus on card values, and whether the hobby is slowly becoming more like an investment industry than a hobby.But it's not all doom and gloom.Jeremy shares his approach to collecting, including why he prefers playing-days cards, how he chooses which post-playing-days cards are worth owning, and some of his favorite cards of Gareth Bale, Luka Modrić and Allen Iverson.We also get into some talk about seriously underrated football legends, including Rivaldo, Ruud Gullit, Clarence Seedorf, Arjen Robben and Franck Ribéry, and discuss whether players like Bale, Rooney and Harry Kane are underappreciated by collectors.And if you're thinking about starting (or restarting) a collection, Jeremy has some excellent advice, including what he would do with $2,000 today, why he says to stay away from breaks, and how to build a collection around cards you actually love rather than cards the market tells you to want.Most importantly, we come back to a simple question: Are we still collecting because we love the cards or have we become too obsessed with what they're worth?

  4. Jul 19

    124. Would You Trade This LeBron Rookie for This Shohei? How Good Collectors Think About Big Trades

    A simple trade offer turned into a masterclass in card collecting. In this episode of Global Card Collectors, Justin is joined by passionate collectors Sam and Logan to dissect one of the most fascinating trade proposals you'll see: a 2018 Bowman Sky Blue /499 Shohei Ohtani in exchange for a 2003 Finest LeBron James rookie card. Would you make the trade? Rather than relying on gut instinct, Sam and Logan break down every factor that serious collectors and investors should consider. They examine the rarity of each card, grading nuances and subgrades, population reports, long-term market dynamics, historical significance, global popularity, player legacies, and what ultimately creates lasting demand. More importantly, they reveal the framework they use whenever they're faced with a major buying, selling, or trading decision—a process that has shaped many of the biggest cards in their own collections. Whether you're collecting for passion, investing for the long term, or simply love hearing experienced hobbyists debate the toughest decisions in the hobby, this episode offers a rare look inside the mindset of elite collectors. Would you keep the LeBron... or take the Shohei? Let us know!

  5. Jul 16

    123. Caitlin Clark, Ex-Girlfriends & Pink Paddys | The Baseball Card Market Explained

    In this episode John is joined by two of the hobby's most respected baseball collectors: Ryan (@rookiemoonshots), whose Barry Bonds collection has become one of the most admired on Instagram, and Dave (@iowa_dave_sportscards) a familiar voice in the hobby podcasting world, beloved through his podcast The Shallow End and one of the sharpest minds when it comes to the baseball card market.The conversation begins with the recent volatility surrounding Caitlin Clark cards before Ryan shares the story behind an incredible Albert Pujols pickup and discusses his stunning Shohei Ohtani Padparadscha Sapphire 1/1 currently listed through Fanatics Collect. From there, the discussion takes a hilarious turn as the guys compare cards we've sold to ex-girlfriends—once they're gone, you can't help but watch them thrive with someone else while wondering what might have been.From there, the episode dives deep into Barry Bonds and the strength of his market today. Has collector sentiment finally shifted? Can Bonds ever reach—or even surpass—the heights of Ken Griffey Jr.'s market, or will his legacy always place a ceiling on his values?The episode wraps up with a broader conversation about legacy, longevity and how the final chapters of an athlete's career can shape their collectability. Using examples like Barry Bonds, Albert Pujols, LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Tom Brady and Vince Carter, the guys debate whether stars are better off retiring while still near their peak or continuing to play for as long as they can. Does longevity add to a player's legacy, or can staying too long actually diminish the way collectors remember them?It's a thoughtful, funny and wide-ranging conversation packed with hobby insights, great stories and plenty of debate for collectors of every sport.

  6. Jul 9

    122. Essential Credentials, Exquisite, Gold Vinyl and a Tariq Abdul Wahad Grail!

    In this episode Will and John are joined once again by fan-favourite guest Jon @eurofractor for an episode packed with incredible pickups, NBA draft talk, and the stories that make collecting so rewarding.We open the show by discussing two of Spain's most exciting young NBA prospects. Jon gives his thoughts on what the future could hold for Hugo González following Boston's offseason moves, before sharing his expectations for Oklahoma City's No. 12 overall pick, Aday Mara, and how he thinks the talented big man will fit with the Thunder.Then it's time for everyone's latest pickups!Jon kicks things off with two absolute monsters. First, he unveils a stunning Sergio Rodríguez Essential Credentials Rookie numbered to just /31, one of the hobby's most iconic parallel sets. He follows that with a breathtaking Star Rubies Tariq Abdul-Wahad, a true '90s grail. Jon also shares the story behind why he collects Abdul-Wahad, touching on his European roots, his trailblazing NBA career, and the social activism that has made him such an inspiring figure.John is up next with two incredible additions of his own. He celebrates picking up his very first Exquisite card—a gorgeous Dual Scripted Swatches autograph featuring Peja Stojaković and Mike Bibby—before showing off an absolutely massive 2024 Optic Gold Vinyl Domantas Sabonis, one of the most coveted modern parallels in the hobby.Will rounds out the pickups by explaining why he's recently fallen down the Spectra rabbit hole. From the premium chrome finish and incredible game-used patches to the on-card autographs and consistently low serial numbering, he shares why Spectra has become one of his favourite modern products to collect.To finish the episode, the guys discuss their collecting goals moving forward, what they're chasing next, and where they see their collections heading in the months ahead.If you love basketball cards, rare pickups, international collecting, and hearing the stories behind the hobby, you'll love this episode.Don't forget about signing up to Card Ladder and using the promo code: GLOBAL10.Take care everyone!

  7. Jun 19

    121. How an All Black Is Helping Ex-Players Cash In on Their Game-Worn Jerseys

    In this episode Will sits down with All Black #1085 Scott Waldrom for a fascinating conversation that goes far beyond rugby.Scott reflects on his professional rugby career, including memories from the infamous Munster clash that remains one of the most talked-about matches of his playing days. He shares stories from life at the elite level, what it meant to wear the black jersey, playing alongside Jonah and some of the toughest moments he experienced on the field.The conversation then shifts to another passion that has become a major part of Scott's life: collecting. From building his own card collection to helping former players generate income through the sale of game-used jerseys and memorabilia, Scott has become a key figure in New Zealand's sports collecting community.Will and Scott also discuss the growth of the hobby, the Wellington Cards & Collectables Show, the unique stories behind game-worn items, and why collecting continues to connect fans with the athletes and moments they admire most.Whether you're a rugby fan, a memorabilia collector, or someone who loves hearing great stories from elite athletes, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

  8. Jun 12

    120. From Bargain Bins to Grails: What Makes the NZ Card Collectors Show Special

    The NZ Card Collectors Show is back and bigger than ever.In this episode, Will sits down with one of the show's organizers Keiran to discuss what makes this year's NZ Card Collectors Show one of the most anticipated events on the New Zealand collecting calendar. Run by the NZ Cartophilic Society as a not-for-profit event, the show brings together collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts from across the country for a unique celebration of the hobby.Keiran shares what attendees can expect, including hundreds of tables packed with trading cards, collectibles, and hard-to-find treasures from a wide range of collecting categories. The pair discuss why the show has earned a reputation for offering cards that simply can't be found anywhere else, from affordable bargains to ultra-rare grails.They also reveal details about this year's incredible promotional cards, including an exclusive autographed Christian Cullen card and the show's first-ever Pokémon promo card—two must-have collectibles for attendees.Whether you're a lifelong collector, a sports card enthusiast, a Pokémon fan, or simply curious about the hobby, this conversation offers an inside look at one of New Zealand's premier collecting events.🎟️ Learn what makes the NZ Card Collectors Show special.🃏 Discover the exclusive promo cards available this year.💎 Find out why collectors travel from around the country to attend.🤝 Hear how the show continues to bring the collecting community together.

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Forget passports – and go beyond borders with "Global Card Collectors," a podcast that connects collectors from across the globe! Join John, the Istanbul aficionado (@istanbulcards), and Will, the Kiwi card junkie (@kart_adami), as they embark on a journey to celebrate the diverse world of card collecting. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the sun-kissed shores of Kaiteriteri, New Zealand, each episode dives into the unique collections and captivating stories of passionate collectors worldwide. So give us a try and see what card collecting is like around the world.

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  • Creator
    Global Card Collectors
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Global Card Collectors
  • Show Website
    Global Card Collectors

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