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Passion to Profession: Building Card Ladder with Passion, Patience, and Partnership with Josh Johnson Oct 13, 2025

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Josh Johnson has been a fixture in the hobby for years—from his early Cardboard Chronicles interviews to co-founding one of the most trusted tech tools in collecting, Card Ladder.

In this episode of Passion to Profession presented by eBay, Josh shares how a collector’s curiosity turned into a full-time career. He talks about rediscovering cards through Pokémon, building software that serves every type of collector, and why letting collectors lead is at the heart of Card Ladder’s DNA.

Josh also opens up about the early days of building alongside Chris and Kristina, what makes their team different, and how he balances being both a collector and builder in the same space.

This is a story about patience, purpose, and finding meaning in the work you love.

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The WNBA Card Podcast: Understanding the Psychology of Your PC [Bonus Episode] Oct 11, 2025

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In this special bonus episode, Brett and Katelyn close out Season 2 by getting personal about their own collecting psychology. From Napheesa Collier’s leadership moment to lessons from another emotional WNBA Finals, the two reflect on fandom, team heartbreak, and the cards that keep them connected.

Katelyn shares a framework she built to map her PC—breaking down why she collects certain players, how she organizes her cards, and what gaps she’s trying to fill. Brett brings perspective on how collectors can use structure and self-awareness to build collections that truly mean something.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever stopped to ask, Why do I collect the players and cards I do?

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The Football Card Podcast #16: There's Few Nicknames Better Than Concrete Charlie Oct 10, 2025

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Pack Nicholson and Brett are back breaking down another week in football and collecting.

They start with a conversation on staying up late for games, reality TV in the early 2000s, and what makes sports the ultimate drama.

Then they get into the big topic of the week — 2025 Impeccable Football — why it’s an underappreciated product, what makes it unique, and how it’s quietly built a ten-year legacy.

They also answer collector questions on how long to go between card purchases, when to sell rare pieces, the nostalgia of old NFL gear, and whycollege cards might finally get their hobby moment.

From vintage legends like Concrete Charlie to the final run of Panini Prizm, this episode covers collecting psychology, market trends, and why timing is everything in the hobby.

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Prizm Forever: A Tribute to the Flagship of a Generation Oct 09, 2025

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Brett pays tribute to the brand that defined the modern era of collecting: Prizm.

Before the all of the licenses change hands, he reflects on the rise of Prizm from an underdog in 2012 to the flagship product that shaped collector behavior, inspired projects, and connected us across sports.

From the first time he chased a Colts Gold Prizm to the moments of reflection on what these cards represent, Brett explores why Prizm grabbed both the heads and hearts of collectors — and why its legacy will outlive the logo on the box.

If you’ve ever ripped a pack, chased a color match, or built a gold run, this one’s for you.

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The Art of Chasing: Understanding Desire and Motivation Oct 08, 2025

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Every collector knows the rush of the chase. That pounding heartbeat. The late-night scrolling. The gut pull that logic can’t explain.

In this flagship episode, Brett explores The Art of Chasing—a look into the psychology of desire and motivation in collecting. He breaks down why some cards hit harder than others, the difference between surface and core motivation, and how to channel the thrill of the chase with intention.

If you’ve ever lost sleep over a card or felt the sting of a missed auction, this one will hit home.

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The Staging Area #9: Live Selling, Ohtani Mania, and the Future of eBay Auctions Oct 07, 2025

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Tory from dcsports87 returns to The Staging Area for a wide-ranging conversation on everything happening right now in the hobby.

We kick off with baseball talk and dive deep into Shohei Ohtani’s market—how it reached this level, what still drives it, and which of his cards Tory finds most compelling as a collector.

Then we unpack the live-selling wave. Tory shares lessons from DC’s first eBay Live event, what worked, what didn’t, and how he thinks live selling fits into the broader ecosystem.

We close with a look at eBay’s authentication delays, the Disney Chrome craze, and what dcsports87's app launch means for collectors. If you’re serious about understanding where the market is heading and how high-volume sellers think, this is one you’ll want to hear.

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.

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Passion to Profession: Scaling a Business in the Hobby in a Hot Market with Josh at PC Sports Cards Oct 06, 2025

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In this episode of Passion to Profession sponsored by eBay, I sit down with my friend Josh from PC Sports Cards to talk about scaling a business during one of the hottest stretches the hobby has seen.

We cover:

Why the entry-level market is the base that supports the entire hobby
How grading low-end cards can snowball into bigger opportunities
What it takes to hire, scale, and build trust with customers in a fast-moving market
The opportunities most sellers are overlooking right now

Josh has built one of the most trusted operations in the space. This conversation will give you insight into how to think about growth, customer relationships, and long-term opportunity in the hobby.

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The Football Card Podcast #15: Flawless Football, Buying & Selling, and Building Trust in the Hobby Oct 03, 2025

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Pack and Brett are back with another episode of The Football Card Podcast.

This week, they cover a lot of ground:

The debut of Flawless Football 2024 and where it stacks up in Panini’s high-end history
The ongoing debate around buying and selling—why it’s a natural part of collecting and why collectors need to stop worrying about what others do with their cards
Building trust when buying, selling, and trading on Instagram
NFL rookie check-ins, hobby questions from listeners, and key sales shaping the football card market

Whether you’re chasing gold prizms, figuring out how to handle a deal on Instagram, or sweating out your team’s QB situation, this episode is for you.

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Built for the Hobby: Why Tech Matters in the Hobby Right Now with Scott Lock at InfernoRed Technology Oct 02, 2025

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Built for the Hobby is a new series on Stacking Slabs where we explore the intersection of technology and sports cards. In the debut episode, Brett sits down with Scott Lock, CEO and Co-Founder of InfernoRed Technology, to discuss why tech matters in the hobby right now.

Scott and his team have built software for some of the biggest names in the space including Upper Deck, Collectors, COMC, and dcsports87. In this conversation, they talk about:

How the hobby compares to other industries when it comes to tech adoption
Why innovation has accelerated over the past few years
Case studies like dcsports87 and the role technology plays in improving collector experiences
The future of AI, marketplaces, and live selling in cards
Why pairing domain expertise with technical know-how is a winning formula

If you’ve ever wondered where technology fits in the sports card hobby and how it might shape your collecting experience, this is the episode to start with.

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Why We Collect: The Inner Forces Behind Our Hobby Oct 01, 2025

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Why do you collect?

In this flagship episode presented by InfernoRed Technology, Brett breaks down the inner forces that keep us coming back to the hobby, even when the market is loud and prices are flying.

Connection. Escape. Expression.

These three forces separate collecting with meaning from collecting until burnout. Brett shares personal stories, market observations, and feedback from other collectors to explore why these drivers matter more than ever during today’s bull market.

If your cards bring you closer to your fandom, give you an escape, or reflect who you are, then you’re collecting for keeps.

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