Stacking Slabs

Brett McGrath
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Welcome to the Stacking Slabs, a podcast for sports cards collectors. There's been a tremendous amount of change to our Hobby over the last few years and the one constant has been the passion from the collecting community. Stacking Slabs is built by the collector and lives to tell stories for the collector.

  1. Can Collectors Ever Separate Emotion from Financial Decisions?

    20H AGO

    Can Collectors Ever Separate Emotion from Financial Decisions?

    Every collector talks about value. But what happens when the card means more to you than the market says it should? In this flagship episode, Brett explores one of the hardest truths in collecting: Can collectors ever fully separate emotional attachment from financial decision making? This conversation digs into the tension between memory and money. Between identity and allocation. Between the card you want and the story you tell yourself about why you want it. Brett breaks down: • Why ownership changes how we value cards• The role identity plays in collecting• How emotional attachment impacts buying and selling• Why collectors blur the line between investment and personal collection• The danger of unexamined emotion• A system to help collectors make cleaner decisions without losing the passion that makes the hobby matter This is not an episode about removing emotion from collecting. It’s about understanding it before it controls you. If you’ve ever overpaid for a card because it felt important…Held onto something longer than you should have…Or convinced yourself a purchase was “smart” when it was really personal… Check out the awesome software that InfernoRed Technology can build for you. Check out the Northeast Sports Card Expo in Marlborough, Mass June 26-28, 2026 Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for free Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On Hype Start your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today [Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    24 min
  2. Card Ladder Confidential Episode #20: Wemby Hype, Million Dollar Cards, and the Psychology of Repricing

    1D AGO

    Card Ladder Confidential Episode #20: Wemby Hype, Million Dollar Cards, and the Psychology of Repricing

    A million dollar Josh Allen card.A nearly $200K Wemby Gold Refractor.A Dennis Rodman PMG Green pushing nearly $350K. The hobby keeps moving higher. But what is really happening underneath the surface? In Episode 20 of Card Ladder Confidential, Brett sits down with Chris and Josh from Card Ladder to break down the latest Premier Auction and the conversations collectors are having right now. The discussion explores: • Why the Josh Allen NFL Shield Auto created mixed reactions• Whether Victor Wembanyama has already reached all-time collectability status• How monster sales impact collector psychology• The difference between broad market strength and concentrated conviction• Why transparency around private sales matters• The role cultural impact plays in long-term collectability The crew also discuss the tension between legacy cards and manufactured modern concepts, the sustainability of current pricing, and why certain cards still feel undervalued despite historic importance. If you care about collector behavior, category shifts, and the stories behind the prices, this episode is for you. Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking Slabs Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Josh: | InstagramFollow Chris: | InstagramFollow Card Ladder: | Instagram | YouTube | WebsiteFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 8m
  3. Passion to Profession: Building Sports Cards Live One Saturday at a Time with Jeremy Lee

    2D AGO

    Passion to Profession: Building Sports Cards Live One Saturday at a Time with Jeremy Lee

    Jeremy Lee has become one of the most trusted voices in sports card media. But before Sports Cards Live became a Saturday night destination for collectors, Jeremy was balancing a career in finance while building relationships, studying the hobby, and creating content because he loved the cards. In this conversation, Jeremy shares the full story behind Sports Cards Live, the growth of his auction coverage content, and the mindset shift that helped him turn hobby passion into full-time work. We also discuss:  Why relationships became the foundation of his business  The pressure and uncertainty of becoming a full-time creator  What consistency has taught him about community  The evolution of hobby media and trust  The creation of Hobby Spectrum  Why Pops and Comps became a 400-page passion project  The role psychology plays in collecting and market behavior This episode is for anyone thinking about building something in the hobby. Collectors. Creators. Operators. Jeremy opens up about all of it. Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for free A special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card. Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    57 min
  4. The WNBA Card Podcast: Season 5 Building the Future of Women’s Sports Cards with Great Lakes Trading Card Co. [Live Recording]

    3D AGO

    The WNBA Card Podcast: Season 5 Building the Future of Women’s Sports Cards with Great Lakes Trading Card Co. [Live Recording]

    Season 5 of The WNBA Card Podcast starts with a live recording from Saint Paul at the All Women’s Sports Card Expo hosted by Great Lakes Trading Card Co. Katelyn sits down with Spencer from Great Lakes to talk about what’s happening in the women’s sports card market right now and why this moment feels different. They discuss:  Building a hobby shop centered around community  Why women’s sports collectors operate differently  The rise of PWHL cards and niche collecting  Why legends still matter in women’s sports  The future of women’s sports card shows  What today’s collectors are chasing  Why accessibility and representation matter in hobby spaces The episode also includes live audience Q&A covering Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, JuJu Watkins, Olivia Miles, rookie card trends, and the future of women’s sports collecting. This conversation is about more than cards. It’s about building spaces where collectors feel seen. Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card Podcast Follow the WNBA Card Podcast on Instagram  Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On Hype Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon [Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    57 min
  5. Booked to Last Episode: WrestleMania Patch Chaos, Cena Bounties, and the Future of Wrestling Card Collecting

    4D AGO

    Booked to Last Episode: WrestleMania Patch Chaos, Cena Bounties, and the Future of Wrestling Card Collecting

    The wrestling card market keeps moving faster. Adam and Ryan break down the fallout from the Randy Orton WrestleMania Patch Auto sale and the reaction across the hobby after Randy himself responded publicly. They discuss why these patch autos are becoming wrestling card versions of Logomans and what the John Cena WrestleMania Patch Auto might ultimately sell for. The conversation also explores:  Why WWE’s current rookie call-up system feels “sink or swim”  Brock Lesnar’s return and the impact on Oba Femi  Sapphire vs. Logofractor vs. Royalty  Why relationships drive the hobby more than people realize  The emotional side of grail card acquisitions Plus, Mike from MC Sports Cards joins the show to discuss consigning high-end wrestling cards, building trust in the hobby, and why wrestling cards are entering a new era. A loaded episode centered around wrestling, collecting, relationships, and the moments that make this hobby stick with you. RSVP for Wrestling Card Takeover at The National on July 31 Check out RbiCru7 for all your wrestling and sports card needs! Join Adam's Main Event Wrestling Cards group for free Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon Follow Ryan: | Instagram | Website | YouTubeFollow Adam: | X | InstagramFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 41m
  6. The Football Card Podcast #48: The Future of Football Card Culture Starts Here

    5D AGO

    The Football Card Podcast #48: The Future of Football Card Culture Starts Here

    Pack and Brett open the show talking about the NFLPA Rookie Premiere Event and why moments like this matter for the future of football cards. From Caleb Downs sitting with Ryan Johnson talking cards to the growing connection between athletes and collectors, this conversation explores where the hobby is heading and why storytelling around players is becoming part of the product itself.  The guys also debate the value of game-used shields versus identifiable patches, discuss how they organize their collections, react to big recent sales from Card Ladder, and talk through why Topps Chrome Football feels different this time around. Plus:  Daryl “Moose” Johnston nostalgia  Zach Thomas PMGs  Micah Parsons Black Finite prices  Marshall Faulk Topps Chrome Superfractor  Cam Ward Gold Prizm rookie speculation  Colts and Bears schedule reactions  The psychology behind football card organization If you collect football cards with intention, this episode is for you. Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking Slabs Follow The Football Card Podcast on Instagram for memes and stuff. Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On Hype Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for free Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 25m
  7. Show Season Survival Guide with Kevin Randall (@DaCaptain37): Buying Strong, Selling Smart, and Avoiding Regret

    6D AGO

    Show Season Survival Guide with Kevin Randall (@DaCaptain37): Buying Strong, Selling Smart, and Avoiding Regret

    Show season is here. Fanatics Fest. The National. Midwest Monster. Local shows packed wall to wall. The energy around cards feels different right now. In this conversation, Brett sits down with Kevin Randall (@DaCaptain37) to talk through the realities of operating in the current market as both a collector and dealer. They discuss:  Why rare goat cards continue to separate from the market  The danger of treating every monster sale like a category reset  Why hesitation at shows can cost you the card  The growing divide between online and in-person deals  How Kevin prepares inventory ahead of summer show season  The emotional side of moving PC cards  Why collectors need a game plan before entering Fanatics Fest or The National  The difference between consolidating and escalating  Why “comps” are no longer enough for rare cards This episode is filled with tactical advice for collectors heading into the busiest stretch of the hobby calendar. Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for free Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On Hype Start your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today [Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1 hr
  8. Monster Sales and the Psychology of Category Repricing

    MAY 20

    Monster Sales and the Psychology of Category Repricing

    What happens after a monster sale hits your category? Not just the headline.Not the screenshots.Not the dopamine. What happens inside the minds of collectors? In this flagship episode of Stacking Slabs, Brett breaks down the psychology behind category repricing through the lens of the Randy Orton WrestleMania Patch Auto sale and why these moments impact collectors far beyond the final hammer price. This conversation explores:  Why collectors react emotionally to monster sales  How identity and ownership shape pricing behavior  The difference between a signal and a true market shift  Why niche categories only need a few serious buyers to change liquidity  How collectors confuse attention with actual demand  Why one grail sale does not automatically reprice an entire category  The danger of turning headlines into inventory decisions This is an episode about interpretation. The collectors who win long-term are not the fastest reactors. They are the clearest thinkers. Check out the awesome software that InfernoRed Technology can build for you. Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for free Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On Hype Start your 7 day free trial of Stacking Slabs Patreon Today [Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    27 min
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Welcome to the Stacking Slabs, a podcast for sports cards collectors. There's been a tremendous amount of change to our Hobby over the last few years and the one constant has been the passion from the collecting community. Stacking Slabs is built by the collector and lives to tell stories for the collector.

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  • Creator
    Brett McGrath
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    966
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Stacking Slabs
  • Show Website
    Stacking Slabs

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