Stacking Slabs

5h ago

The first year of a premium product always carries weight. This week, Brett and Katelyn sit with that moment. WNBA Impeccable is here. High price. Low card count. On card autos. Timeless Moments. But the real question is not whether it looks good. It is what a first like this asks of you as a collector. We talk through primacy and why firsts matter. The risk of buying without comps. The opportunity created when context does not exist yet. And how collectors decide when to sit out or step in. This is a collector conversation.Not a hype cycle. Not a checklist read. If you care about meaning, patience, and conviction in your collection, this episode is for you. Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card Podcast Shout out to our good friends at Great Lakes Trading Cards for supporting The WNBA Card Podcast and WNBA collectors worldwide! 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 | Tiktok Follow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

1d ago

In this episode of The Football Card Podcast, Pack Nicholson and Brett dig into one of the hardest questions in the hobby. Who is the GOAT when it comes to defensive players and their cards? They break down real sales data, look at names like Aaron Donald, Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Lawrence Taylor, and Reggie White, and explain why defensive players still lag behind quarterbacks in the market. You also hear a deep conversation on spending time with your collection, why connecting cards matters, and how meaning forms when cards stop living in cases and start living together. The guys react to recent sales including a 2012 Ray Lewis Gold Prizm, Ed Reed 2002 Finest X-Factor, Jordan Love Contenders Cracked Ice, and a shockingly cheap Philip Rivers Prizm Gold. If you collect football cards with intention, this one hits home. 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 [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

2d ago

Card Ladder Confidential is back. This episode sits at the intersection of data, taste, and decision making. Chris and Josh break down recent football card sales that stopped them in their tracks and explain why some prices make sense while others raise real questions. You hear how defensive players stack up from a card market view. Why scarcity and set context matter more than hype. This conversation is not about chasing headlines. It is about understanding the signal inside the noise. If you use data to guide your collecting but still trust your instincts, 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: | Instagram Follow Chris: | Instagram Follow Card Ladder: | Instagram | YouTube | Website Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

3d ago

Most collectors chase what other people want. Hot players. Fast flips. Short term noise This episode pushes back. When you narrow your focus and collect for yourself, value follows. Not because you chased it. Because you built with intent. In this flagship episode, Brett walks through why focus changes outcomes in collecting. You will hear about • Why buying fewer cards often leads to better results • How personal interest sharpens decision making • The link between patience, restraint, and long term value • Why end collectors matter more than speculators • How focused collections earn respect over time This is not anti profit. This is about alignment. When your collection reflects who you are, the experience improves and the results follow. Check out the awesome software that InfernoRed Technology can build for you. 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 ★

4d ago

This episode is a look back at the year through the lens of volume, behavior, and decision making. Tory from dcsports87 joins the show to break down what actually mattered this year and what sellers should pay attention to heading into next year. We talk through • Why volume changed the business • How technology shaped the consignment experience • What repackers changed in buyer behavior • Where demand showed up across sports and non-sports • Why certain cards still anchor value across cycles • What sellers misunderstand about growth and scale This is not a hype recap. It is a signal check from someone who sees thousands of transactions a day. If you sell cards, consign cards, or track the market closely, this episode gives you clarity on what moved the needle and why it matters going forward 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 ★

5d ago

In this solo edition of Passion to Profession, Brett shares the full story of how Stacking Slabs moved from a passion project to his profession. He takes listeners back to his earliest days as a collector, walks through the moment he lost his job, and explains why the search for purpose pushed him to go all in on the hobby. He breaks down how fifteen years of professional experience shaped the way he built the brand, the challenges of year one, and the lessons that helped him stay aligned with what matters. This episode gives collectors and creators a clear view of what happens when someone follows the work that gives them energy and commits to it with intention. 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 [ 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 ★

Dec 13

This week’s episode centers on one card. A card that took time, sacrifice, and a lot of reflection to land. Katelyn walks through her journey to the 2019 Donruss Optic Gold Napheesa Collier Rookie out of 10. We talk through the delay, the negotiation, the sacrifices she made, and why the moment the card hit her mailbox everything felt worth it. This conversation goes deep into intention, focus, and the reality of chasing a player you believe in. We explore why collectors lose their way when distractions take over and how the right card can bring you back home. We also cover the Edna Campbell masterpiece one of one sale, break down a group of college players and how their games might translate to the league, and spotlight a collector with wild focus. A full episode built around passion, purpose, and the mindset behind a meaningful pickup. Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card Podcast Shout out to our good friends at Great Lakes Trading Cards for supporting The WNBA Card Podcast and WNBA collectors worldwide! 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 | Tiktok Follow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Dec 12

Pack and Brett kick off season three with real talk about the hobby and the season. They break down the Brady Superfractor sale, the Mahomes Gold Vinyl run, and why collectors are giving more attention to early parallels. They talk through the Colts chaos, the Philip Rivers shockwave, and what it means when a whole fan base goes through it at the same time. They close with market trends, personal pickups, and this season’s first Card Call Out. 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 [ Distributed on Sunday ] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this link Follow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok Follow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★