Cards on Blast

JT & The Bird
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Cards On Blast is hosted by lifelong friends JT & The Bird, who have shared over 32 years of friendship and a passion for collecting. Each episode, they dive into the world of sports cards, ripping packs, analyzing prices, and uncovering the rich history behind the hobby. But more than just cards, it’s about sports, stories, and the banter of two friends who love to talk. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, new 30-minute episodes drop regularly—so don’t miss out!

  1. Queen City

    6d ago

    Queen City

    In Episode 51 of Cards On Blast, JT and the Bird break down massive hobby news, including PSA's indefinite backlog pause on four service tiers and a record-breaking $5.1 million Victor Wembanyama 1-of-1 sale. The guys preview upcoming releases like 2026 Topps Tier One Baseball and Bowman Sapphire Basketball before diving into a Queen City spotlight, ranking the top three franchise icons for the Charlotte Hornets, Carolina Panthers, and Charlotte FC. The show includes their signature "Crack That Pack" pulls, What Ya Got In The Stack Segment, Card Pull of the Week, and a comedic look at a fictional relic card in the Where the “Bleep” did you find that segment. #CardsOnBlast #SportsCards #HobbyHeadlines #PSAGrading #Wembanyama #Topps #BowmanSapphire #CharlotteHornets #CarolinaPanthers #CharlotteFC #QueenCity #CardCollecting

    1h 38m
  2. The District Episode

    Jun 1

    The District Episode

    In Episode 50 of Cards On Blast, hosts JT and The Bird head to "The District"—Washington D.C.—for a monumental episode packed with hobby insights and sports legacy debates. The crew kicks off with Hobby Headlines, covering a crucial market update on grading data and skyrocketing PSA turnaround times alongside a deep dive into the PSA 10 Dodgers x One Piece Monkey D. Luffy promo anomaly. They also break down highly anticipated 2026 pre-orders and new drops. After stepping into the City Spotlight to rank the definitive top three athletic legends across D.C.'s professional sports franchises—anchored by icons —the show concludes with personal stash reveals in What Ya Got in the Stack, big rookie hits in Card Pull of the Week, and a massive, multi-card addition to the show's signature Lu Dort vault in The Dort Report. #CardsOnBlast #SportsCardPodcast #HobbyHeadlines #WhatYa GotInTheStack #CardPullOfTheWeek #TheDort Report #SportsCards #TradingCards #CardCollecting #HobbyNews

    1h 50m
  3. Space City Spotlight

    May 27

    Space City Spotlight

    Blast off with JT and The Bird as Cards On Blast touches down in Houston, Texas! In Episode 49, the guys dive into a massive week for the hobby, starting with Hobby Headlines: breaking down the newly dropped case hits in 2025-26 Topps Hoops, tracking soaring Cosmic Chrome prices, and reacting to the viral new Whoopi Goldberg autograph cards. Next, the crew heads to our City Spotlight to rank the definitive Top 3 all-time athlete icons for the Rockets, Astros, Texans, and Dynamo. To wrap it up, we showcase big hits in Card Pull of the Week (including a Space Jam 30th Cosmos parallel) and drop a massive, high-end update to JT's legendary Lu Dort personal collection in The Dort Report! #CardsOnBlast #SportsCardPodcast #HobbyHeadlines #WhatYa GotInTheStack #CardPullOfTheWeek #TheDort Report #SportsCards #TradingCards #CardCollecting #HobbyNews

    1h 56m
  4. The Heart of America - Kansas City

    May 14

    The Heart of America - Kansas City

    This episode of Cards On Blast is a heavy hitter as we head to the "Heart of America"—Kansas City, MO! 🎙️💎 Join JT and "The Bird" as they break down a massive week in the hobby, from the nostalgic return of a legendary basketball brand to the current dynasty building in the NFL. We’re diving deep into KC sports history, ripping new 2026 packs, and checking in on the ever-growing Lu Dort collection. In this episode: 🏀 Hobby Headlines: Topps Hoops is BACK! We preview the 2025–26 return and look back at the iconic 1989 debut. Plus, a first look at 2026 Topps Series 2 Baseball and the hidden Kobe Bryant "Easter Egg" on a 2018 Topps Now card. 📅 New Releases: Your guide to everything dropping this week, including 2025 Topps Signature Class Football, Panini Select WNBA, and the high-end 2025-26 Panini Noir Road to the World Cup. 🏙️ City Spotlight - Kansas City: We rank the Top 3 players of all time for the Chiefs, Royals, and Sporting KC. Does Mahomes already take the top spot? Is there any Royal greater than George Brett? We settle the debate. 📈 The Dort Report: JT updates the legendary Lu Dort PC—now sitting at 113 cards! Check out the latest 1/1s and rare parallels added to the stack. 🔥 Segment Favorites: Crack That Pack: We rip 2026 Topps live!What Ya Got in the Stack: Bird shows off a vintage 1990 Beckett.Where the (Bleep) Did You Find That?: The weirdest pulls from the KC show floor.

    1h 53m
  5. City Spotlight - Baltimore

    May 6

    City Spotlight - Baltimore

    Buckle up, collectors! This week, JT and the Bird are taking the show to the streets of Baltimore for a "Charm City" special. From bizarre hobby heists to the literal "Planetary Pursuit" of rare parallels, Episode 47 covers the absolute spectrum of the trading card world. Inside This Episode: Hobby Headlines: We discuss the wild story of a collector who took "early access" too literally at a Pasadena Best Buy, and we track the meteoric rise of Formula 1 in the hobby—featuring Lewis Hamilton’s new venture and McLaren’s car-part relics.Parallel Pandemonium: We break down the staggering evolution of Panini Prizm, charting the jump from just 3 parallels in 2012 to a massive 82 in 2024. Plus, a look at the "solar system" of hits in the 2025-26 Topps Cosmic Chrome Case Hit Guide.New Release Radar: Get the lowdown on the latest drops, including 2025 Topps Royalty WWE, Topps Chrome Football Mega Boxes, and pre-order info for 2026 Merlin Premier League.City Spotlight – Baltimore: We honor the legends of the 410.Ravens: We rank the greats, from the defensive dominance of Ray Lewis and Ed Reed to the era-defining talent of Lamar Jackson.Orioles: A tribute to "The Iron Man" Cal Ripken Jr. and the defensive wizardry of Brooks Robinson.What’s In The Stack & Pull of the Week: JT and the Bird show off their latest finds, featuring everything from Mosaic Orange Fluorescents to a Topps Chrome Deadpool Wolverine icon.The Dort Report: A massive inventory check on Lu Dort, spanning everything from Optic Blue Velocities to high-end Gold Geometric Refractors. Follow along as we crack packs, talk shop, and explore why Baltimore remains a cornerstone of sports history and hobby passion. "Whether you're hunting for a 'Planetary Pursuit' Sun variation or just trying to stay out of handcuffs at Best Buy—keep your cards on blast!"

    1h 39m
  6. City Spotlight - Atlanta

    Apr 27

    City Spotlight - Atlanta

    The A is in the building! 🍑⚾️🏈🏀 Welcome back to Cards On Blast, your weekly home for the latest in the hobby! This week, JT and the Bird are taking a deep dive into the heart of the South: Atlanta, GA.From the legendary "Team of the 90s" Braves to the high-flying "Human Highlight Film," we’re breaking down the most iconic Atlanta cards you need in your PC. But first, the hobby is buzzing with a new movement: #NoPSAMay. Is it time to boycott grading submissions? We also get a first look at Topps Signature Class Basketball and the absolute madness of 41 Refractor parallels in new sets. Is set building officially dead? Plus, don't miss a rare 1/1 Helen Keller autograph that just shook the eBay market and our Card Pulls of the Week! 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE: #NoPSAMay: Will the grassroots boycott actually change grading prices?Product Previews: Topps Signature Class, Chrome Football Case Hits, and pre-order dates.City Spotlight - Atlanta: The Top 3 must-own legends for the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Atlanta United.Trae Young Trade: What does his move to the Wizards do to his card values?Where the (Bleep) Did You Find That? The $3,500 Helen Keller 1/1.

    1h 27m
  7. City Spotlight - St. Louis

    Apr 23

    City Spotlight - St. Louis

    Welcome back to Cards On Blast, LIVE! with your hosts JT and the Bird. This week, we’re heading to the 314 to celebrate the rich sports history of St. Louis! From the "Greatest Show on Turf" to the "The Man" himself, Stan Musial, we’re breaking down the legendary players and the cards you need to own from the Gateway City. 🔥 HOBBY HEADLINES: • • The MVP Buyback is BACK: 2025 Topps Chrome Football features Matthew Stafford! We break down the $20–$200 credit tiers. • • FaceTime with TB12: Pull a Brady auto at Card Vault and get a call from the GOAT. • • Kaiju Fever: A look at the $13,000+ ultra-rare Topps Chrome "Kaiju" cards. • • Pokémon Power: We count down the Top 10 Full-Art Supporter cards (Lillie, Cynthia, and more). • • Konnor Griffin Market Watch: Tracking the massive $40,000 sales for MLB’s newest phenom. 🏙️ CITY SPOTLIGHT: ST. LOUIS We dive deep into the Top 3 players and must-have cards for: • • St. Louis Cardinals: Musial, Pujols, and the "intimidating" Bob Gibson. • • St. Louis Blues: The "Golden Brett" Hull, Bernie Federko, and Al MacInnis. • • St. Louis CITY SC: The expansion stars—Bürki, Klauss, and Löwen. • • • • St. Louis Rams: Reliving the Greatest Show on Turf with Faulk, Warner, and Pace. 📦 NEW RELEASES & SEGMENTS: • • Release Calendar: 2025 Topps Chrome Football, 2026 Bowman Baseball, and Topps NBA Hoops. • • Crack That Pack: JT and Bird rip into the newest wax. • • What’s in the Stack: JT shows off a Red Plaid Airborne and a 1987 All-Star Relic. • • Card Pull of the Week: Big hits from 2026 Heritage and Panini Phoenix. • • The Dort Report: Luguentz Dort market check—Revolution Asia, Prizm Silvers, and the new Topps Basketball Blackouts. Follow Us: 📸 Instagram: @CardsOnBlast 🐦 Twitter: @CardsOnBlastLive 💻 Website: www.cardsonblast.com

    1h 51m
  8. City Spotlight - Detroit

    Apr 13

    City Spotlight - Detroit

    We’re heading to the Motor City in this gritty edition of Cards On Blast! JT and Bird dive deep into Detroit sports history—from the diamond to the hardwood to the ice—and break down the legendary icons who built the city and what their cards are doing in the 2026 market. We’ve also got a STACKED “Hobby Headlines” segment featuring movement in the Tiger Woods market, a first look at upcoming anime-inspired Bowman cards, 2026 NBA Hoops, and more heat dropping across the hobby 🔥 Make sure to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Bell so you don’t miss a thing! 👇 Drop a comment: Who’s on YOUR Detroit Sports Mount Rushmore? #TradingCards #TheHobby #DetroitSports #Lions #Pistons #RedWings #Tigers #ToppsChrome #BarrySanders #MiguelCabrera #GordieHowe #CardsOnBlast

    1h 32m
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Cards On Blast is hosted by lifelong friends JT & The Bird, who have shared over 32 years of friendship and a passion for collecting. Each episode, they dive into the world of sports cards, ripping packs, analyzing prices, and uncovering the rich history behind the hobby. But more than just cards, it’s about sports, stories, and the banter of two friends who love to talk. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, new 30-minute episodes drop regularly—so don’t miss out!

Information

  • Creator
    JT & The Bird
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joe Thane
  • Show Website
    Cards on Blast