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. Card Ladder Confidential #19: The Same Apex Cards or a Market Ready for Change?

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    Card Ladder Confidential #19: The Same Apex Cards or a Market Ready for Change?

    Big sales hit the timeline all at once. A Kobe Bryant PMG Green.A Michael Jordan game jersey auto.Multiple seven-figure deals in a matter of days. It felt like the hobby stopped and stared. But what did it really mean? In this episode of Card Ladder Confidential, I sit down with Chris and Josh from Card Ladder to break it down. We get into the tension every serious collector feels right now. Are these still the cards that define the hobby?Or are we stuck repeating the same story? We talk about: • Why timing of big sales can mislead your perception of the market• The idea that “apex cards” might be both undervalued and stale at the same time• Why discovery matters more than ever when everything feels expensive• How new collectors enter lanes and what respect looks like when they do• The role patience plays when the market is moving fast This conversation goes deeper than price. It’s about perspective. And how your perspective shapes what you chase next. 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 ★

    57 min
  2. Passion to Profession: Building a Career on Content and Taking the Leap with John Walaszek

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    Passion to Profession: Building a Career on Content and Taking the Leap with John Walaszek

    What does it look like to turn your passion into your profession more than once? In this episode of Passion to Profession, Brett sits down with John Walaszek, Content Strategist at PSA, to unpack the path from music blogs to the sports card industry. John didn’t wait for permission. He built. He started a blog when no one replied to his emails.He created content when no role existed for it.He followed what held his attention and turned it into a career. Now he’s doing it again. This time in cards. This conversation covers:  Why doing the work before the opportunity matters  How building on the internet became his resume  What he learned working inside major media and record labels  Why authenticity still wins, even in crowded markets  The gap between music content and sports card content  Why the hobby still feels early from a content standpoint  What it takes to make the jump into the industry If you’ve ever thought about building something around what you care about, this one will hit. Because the path isn’t linear.It’s built through action. 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 ★

    1 h 2 min
  3. The WNBA Card Podcast: The Future Is Already Here: The Next Generation with Christian and Sam from @therookiescorner

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    The WNBA Card Podcast: The Future Is Already Here: The Next Generation with Christian and Sam from @therookiescorner

    The future of women’s basketball cards is not coming. It’s already here. Katelyn is joined by Sam and Christian from @therookiescorner to talk about what it means to collect players before the hobby tells you who matters. This conversation is about the shift happening right now. From reacting to pricesTo forming your own opinions From waiting for consensusTo collecting in uncertainty They break down:  Why NIL changed everything for collectors  How social media and storytelling are driving demand  The tension between “first cards” and licensed college products  The difference between collecting for belief vs collecting for validation  The next generation players they’re buying before the market catches up They also share how they’re building community through cards and why this era feels more personal than transactional. If you’ve been wondering how to navigate college cards, prospecting, and the explosion of WNBA interest… this episode gives you the framework. Because the collectors who win in this era are not waiting. They’re watching.They’re learning.They’re choosing early 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 ★

    1 h 11 min
  4. Booked to Last #16: Oba's Arrival, Roman's Era, and the Card Market Shift

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    Booked to Last #16: Oba's Arrival, Roman's Era, and the Card Market Shift

    WrestleMania delivered moments that will shape wrestling and the card market for years. Adam, Ryan, and Brett break it all down. They start with the split between Night 1 and Night 2 and why it felt like two different shows. Then they get into the moments that mattered. Oba Femi stepping into the spotlight.Roman Reigns reminding everyone who runs the business.CM Punk proving he belongs on the biggest stage. They also go deeper than the matches. What actually moved the card market.Who gained momentum.Who lost it.Where collectors should be paying attention next. Ryan shares what it was like attending his first WrestleMania with his family and why the experience hits different when you see it through your kids’ eyes. They close with a look at Topps’ biggest week yet in wrestling cards and what it signals for the future. This isn’t a recap. It’s a breakdown of what matters for collectors.  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 ★

    1 h 40 min
  5. The Football Card Podcast #44: Temptation, Timing, and the Truth About New Cards

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    The Football Card Podcast #44: Temptation, Timing, and the Truth About New Cards

    The new release cycle is loud. Prices move fast.Cards show up everywhere.Everyone has an opinion. In this episode, Brett and Pack sit in that tension. They break down what they’re seeing with Topps Chrome Football.The temptation to jump in early.The pressure created by volume, hype, and social feeds. There’s a real story here. A $25 pull turns into a $15K ask overnight.A $1K offer gets ignored.And suddenly you’re asking yourself what any of this is worth. This conversation goes deeper than comps. It’s about patience.It’s about timing.It’s about knowing when to sit still. They also hit:  Why early sales rarely tell the full story  How supply reveals itself over time  Why “first” isn’t always what it seems  The difference between watching and acting If you’ve felt the pull of a new product, this one will hit 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 ★

    1 h 26 min
  6. From Hype to Meaning: How Your Collecting Motivations Change

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    From Hype to Meaning: How Your Collecting Motivations Change

    Last week sparked a wave of reflection. This week goes deeper. If your collection is a reflection of you, then what happens when you change? In this episode, Brett breaks down how collecting motivations shift over time. Not in theory. In real life. He explores why most collectors enter the hobby reacting to hype, momentum, and the promise of fast outcomes… and what happens when that stops working. You’ll hear:  Why early collecting is driven by noise and external signals  The moment friction hits and forces real self-awareness  How taste develops through learning, not luck  The shift from accumulation to curation  Why mature collectors focus less on what the market values and more on what they value  How legacy, identity, and meaning start shaping decisions This is a conversation about growth. About moving from unconscious buying to conscious collecting. And about building something that feels like you. If you’ve ever looked at your cards and asked, “What am I really doing here?” this episode is 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 Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    31 min
  7. The Psychology Behind New Releases and Why You Keep Chasing

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    The Psychology Behind New Releases and Why You Keep Chasing

    New releases drive the hobby. They grab your attention.They push you to act. In this episode, Brett breaks down the psychology behind new product cycles. From chasing Shaquille O'Neal rookies to the nonstop hype around Topps Chrome, the playbook is the same. The volume is not. FOMO.Anchoring.Narratives. If you collect, you need to understand what is influencing your decisions. Because the collectors who slow down and think build better collections over time. 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 ★

    29 min
  8. The Staging Area #23: The New Release Trap, eBay Changes, and the Cost of Attention

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    The Staging Area #23: The New Release Trap, eBay Changes, and the Cost of Attention

    New releases are everywhere right now. You feel it.The noise.The urgency.The pressure to act. In this episode, Brett and Tory break down what is really happening in the hobby. They start with eBay’s new buyer cancellation policy and what it means for sellers, buyers, and auction integrity. Tory shares what it looks like operating at scale and why this change matters more than people think. Then they shift into the main topic. The new release attention economy. Topps Chrome Football just dropped.$1,000 boxes.Breaks everywhere.Singles flying. But step back for a second. Who is actually making money?What happens after the first 72 hours?And how should you respond as a collector? This conversation is about discipline.It’s about awareness.It’s about protecting your time, your money, and your collection. If you’ve ever felt the pull of a new release, this one is for you. A special thank you to dcsports87 for supporting this series. Check out dcsports87 for your eBay consignment needs and visit the dcsports87 eBay store to find great cards ending every night. 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 dcsports87: | Website | eBay | Instagram | Twitter  Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    52 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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  • Creador
    Brett McGrath
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    939
  • Clasificación
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