Episodes

3d ago

JT Speaks from experience because he never stopped collecting. In this episode he walks us through the different seasons he has been working in this space, and the strategies that have evolved with this ever changing market. Be ready to take notes! J.T. - ⁨@TripleCrown24⁩

Dec 12

Gary and Jason Cover The PSA Disaster. Joe Wysmierski from Cut The Nonsense and Phoenix Sports Cards breaks down the IP Autograph and The LCS scene in Phoenix. Uncle Terry Shows off a real one ... Ed Reed. The Ballcard Show: Jason Otero Gary Lemaster Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com

Dec 5

With a return to the "Value Box" , Gary and Jason offer experience and advice for navigating a dip in the market. Is now a time to be worried? No, it's a time to be ready! Follow The Ballcard Show on socials ⁨@TheBallcardShow⁩ Full Video Episodes on Youtube @theballcardshow The Ballcard Show Gary LeMaster Jason Otero

Nov 28

The Ballcard Show travels to Delaware, Ohio to interview Keith Neuhart, 15 year owner of an LCS. Keith shares his journey from establishing an LCS on hope and a dream, to navigating the new climate since the fanatics accounts have arrived. Keith's Shop : www.neuhartcards.com Be sure to follow The Ballcard Show on socials @TheBallcardShow Whatnot Every Sunday Evening 4:30PM EST @TheBallcardShow Audio only versions available wherever you listen to podcasts. For business inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com

Nov 21

Alex, Clever Cuban Cards, joins The Ballcard Show To debate and discuss the implications of PSA's new programs, Fanatics impact on the modern card landscape, and some lively discussion over the possible intentions of some big moves these major brands have been making. Follow Alex on Socials @CleverCubanCards Subscribe to The Hobby Handbook with Sports Cards Nonsense Follow The Ballcard Show on Socials @theballcardshow business inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com

Nov 14

Cubs pitcher and card collector Justin Steele joins Jason and Gary for an interview about the hobby. Clever Cuban had some rough takes that are pushed back on .... and Dr. James Beckett is normalizing shill bidding . All this and more today on The Ballcard Show. Justin Steele- @JustinSteele21 on IG Sports Cards Nonsense- www.youtube.com/ ⁨@SportsCardsNonsense⁩ Alex - Clever Cuban Cards- ⁨@CleverCubanCards⁩ Be Sure to follow The Ballcard Show on Socials Gary LeMaster- Co-Host Jason Otero - Co-Host Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com

Nov 7

Put on your tin foil hat for this episode! Gary and Jason embrace all conspiracies as they discuss the Panini buyout. See full video episodes on youtube @theballcardshow Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com

Oct 31

Someone is convinced that Nat Turner didn't initially embrace the up charge model at PSA. Gary and Jason also open up about current changes and challenges they are addressing int their business. Is the IP market being pushed out by people paid for opening new product? Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes @theballcardshow Business Inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com

Oct 24

Gordy Bonker from Bonkers Cards joins for a great discussion on the vintage card appeal, scaling a card business, and brokering the sale of a '52 Mantle for over 1 million dollars. Be sure to follow bonkers cards on Tik Tok where he has a live vintage show every Sunday evening, and tune into The Gordy Bonker Show where you get podcasts. Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes @theballcardshow Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com

Oct 17

Gary and Jason's Uncle Terry takes a stand against the corruption in the hobby! Last week Jason and Gary had an interesting experience with a fake downtown at a local show, and it leave them full of angsty rants for the remainder of the show. Buckle Up. Follow Uncle Terry (Uncle Terry's Vault) Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see long form video content on YouTube @theballcardshow. For Business Inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com

Oct 10

In this interview with Breaks With Kyle, Repacks take center stage. From calling out bad practices to highlighting the upside of repacks, Kyle offers the perspective of someone running a repack business. Follow Breaks With Kyle on Tik Tok! Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow For Business Inquiries? ballcardshow@gmail.com

Oct 3

At some point Gary and Jason have to point out the stupidity which abounds in the sports card hobby. Today is one of those days. Follow and catch all episodes in video on YouTube @theballcardshow For Business Inquiries: theballcardshow@gmail.com

Sep 26

This is the 3rd part of the buying series includes the rules that Gary and Jason stick by when purchasing, margins for different types of purchases, and tips for building relationships that continue to provide inventory. See full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow

Sep 19

In the next part of the buying series, Gary and Jason explore how they source inventory, what a "fair" deal is, and how to build a strategy around buying better. Also.....Donruss WNBA releasing at 750+ per box! Be sure to see full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow

Sep 12

Gary and Jason cover some foundational questions to buying right in the hobby, There are different approached for PC, flipping, or even vintage buying. Learn the right questions so you can build t he right strategy. Follow The Ballcard Show on all socials or watch full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow.

Sep 5

What happens when a show promoter goes rogue? Are customers the problem? Gary and Jason share insight and experiences from hundreds of shows to try to make sense of the temper tantrum. See full video episodes on youtube @theballcardshow

Aug 29

Gary and Jason break down the important factors to consider when pre-grading a card. What tools and techniques are most helpful? Save yourself the headache of being crushed on gem rates by stepping up your condition knowledge. Full video episodes on youtube or follow socials @theballcardshow

Aug 22

Gary and Jason select some market winners for this football season. Goldin stops an auction on a custom card, and Mahomes autos are being added into the product rotation this year. See full episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow

Aug 15

Jason and Gary wrestle through the gray area of the hobby - collecting vs gambling. Caitlin and Clemente Sales Pop off! PSA has a "special" Late Season Baseball Prospect Picks Follow The Ballcard Show On All Socials and See full video episodes on YT @theballcardshow.

Aug 8

Gary and Jason give and in depth recap of The 2025 National. The good.... the bad.... and the obnoxious influencers.... all of it. Follow The Ballcard Show on all socials @theballcardshow See full episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow

Jul 24

Huge Memorabilia Fraud, WNBA demands to be paid what they are owed, and Pop or Drop is back. Be sure to follow on socials and watch full episodes on youtube @theballcardshow

Jul 17

Jason breaks down hobby news, the National Autograph Guest List, and Explores the idea of what he would do if he started an eBay store from scratch tomorrow. Full video episodes available on YouTube @theballcardshow.

Jul 10

Gary and Jason tackle several big news stories including ebay's extended bidding, rookie royalty boxes, Topps Chrome baseball is missing a big name! Finding the right inventory is not always easy. How to find it and build a strategy around sourcing on this weeks episode..... For full video episodes or clip follow us on YouTube and all socials @theballcardshow

Jul 3

Alyx with Collectors MD joins The Ballcard Show to tackle the difficult and challenging topic of hobby addiction, find help and collecting with intention. If you are interested in learning more about the resources Alyx mentioned, visit https://collectorsmd.com/ See full video episodes on youtube @theballcardshow and be sure to follow our socials under that same handle.

Jun 26

One of the largest ponzi schemes in the card industry has been uncovered by a long time respected dealer in the midwest. How can collectors avoid the possibility of falling prey to common scams. Full Video episodes available on youtube @theballcardshow.

Jun 19

Gary smells 1994 Fleer Beavis And Butthead Scratch and Sniff Cards. Jason and Gary explore different sales philosophies to selling cards more efficiently. Follow us on all socials and watch episodes on youtube @theballcardshow

Jun 12

Messi autos are a problem. PSA is charging for a wipe down, and the economics of owning a card shop. Follow us on all socials and see full episodes on youtube @theballcardshow

Jun 5

Gary breaks down the terms and systems used for ranking mlb prospects and reveals key prospects to be on the lookout for as they may be on the verge of a call up. Watch full episodes on youtube @theballcardshow

May 29

Gary and Jason dive into strategies for finding the current market value on both common liquid items as well and hard to find cards with little sales data. Be sure to subscribe on youtube for full video episodes.

May 22

Geoff Wilson Rants Again, WNBA Drama, PSA Min Grade Changes, And enjoying the hobby without stress. Follow us on all socials and find full length podcast videos on youtube. @theballcardshow

May 15

Jason and Gary break down the different profiles within the hobby and share perspective on how they are mutually beneficial for the market. Is Bowman a bust? Low End Liquid and The Lookout Full video episodes available on youtube @theballcardshow, and be sure to follow us on Tik Tok & Instagram.

May 8

Gary and Jason unpack the red rookie redemption promotion. Backyard break is sued for once again modeling terrible business practices. Tips for attending shows as a buyer or selling your collection. Full video episodes on youtube and be sure to follow us on all socials and join us thursdays on whatnot. @theballcardshow

May 2

Gary and Jason tackle the worst advice they received on cards as they began their businesses. Draft talk, product releases, liquid low end, and the lookout. See full episodes of The Ballcard Show on Youtube & and Follow Us Across All Major Socials.

Apr 25

In this episode Gary and Jason Navigate the challenges of scaling a card business and offer strategies for achieving success in the hobby. WWE drops a buyback program. Low End Liquid and The Lookout. See full episodes on Youtube & be sure to follow on all Social Platforms.

Apr 18

Grading Companies Need Some Help Negotiating Card Deals The Right Way Is Gambling Ruining The Hobby? Full Video Episodes Available On Youtube. Follow Us On Tik Tok, IG , FB, and Youtube.

Apr 11

Gary and Jason discuss the possibility of a hobby boom in 2025 after a big start to the first quarter market in the sports card hobby. PSA Drops Updated pricing and turnaround for TCG. In the value box, we unpack buying the right inventory for your business. Watch full episodes on youtube.

Apr 4

Upper Deck Battles With Ebay Seller Where to start when selling cards. Nick Kurtz Prospect Breakdown Low End Liquid Segment With Sportscaster Cards

Mar 28

Smash Stash Or Pass Panini Encore Release Heritage High Number Price Point Whatnot Breakers Heading To Fanatics?

Mar 21

10 MLB Prospects to watch this season . How to avoid being scammed for cards.

Mar 14

Watch Full Episodes On Youtube! Panini Vs Fanatics Lawsuit NFL Free Agency Whatnot Buying Fiasco NFL and NBA Debut Patches to Drop!

Mar 7

Cheetozard Sale Ebay Fee Change Shipshewana Recap PSA 9 Problem

Feb 26

Huge Card Auctions PSA 9 Investment Opportunities Fake Messi Auto What Not Removes Replay Option Full Video Podcast youtube.com@theballcardshow

Feb 21

Jason breaks down the absolute cluster that is the Ebay Standard Envelope Program. TB12 is investing in New England LCS. Hobby news from Postal workers stealing to breakers in swiping sealed wax at cards HQ

Feb 14

We are now on youtube! Watch or listen. Huge announcement and hobby updates.

Nov 22, 2024

PSA Makes a Change Topps Motif LOL 2025 Hobby Goals

Nov 8, 2024

NFL Key Player Updates & New Product Releases

Nov 1, 2024

World Series Recap And Grading Strategies

Oct 11, 2024

Topps Mercury Release Fanatics Design Quality Market Adjustments

Sep 27, 2024

PSA Banned Substance & NFL Dissapointments and Surprises

Sep 20, 2024

Shohei 50/50, Bryce Young Benched, Topps Mercury

Sep 13, 2024

Injuries, New Deshaun Lawsuit, Tyreek in cuffs.

Sep 6, 2024

New Releases and NFL Roster Challenge for 2024

Aug 22, 2024

Who to buy and who to sell for the upcoming NFL Season in a new segment of Pop or Drop. Fanatics Fest Review.

Aug 16, 2024

Geoff Wilson's feelings are hurt after 1/1 bounty competition kicks off. Ebay Ads Make Sense Sometimes.

Aug 6, 2024

FOTL Fiasco, Topps Chrome Basketball, Topps Chrome Baseball Buyback, And Bonus Bowman Prospect To Watch For.

Jul 26, 2024

Gary and Jason Give Updates from the National in Cleveland

Jul 19, 2024

New Topps Releases. Recent Pickups and a new Fanatics selling platform.

Jul 12, 2024

2 Million Dollar Heist, National Tips, Perfect Game Update

Jul 5, 2024

Perfect Game Story Is Heating Up & Teir One Product Release

Jun 30, 2024

PSA Slab is a bust. Caitlin Clark Getting Catching Backlash, The National Approaches, Chrome Release Upcoming.

Jun 22, 2024

Series 2 Release, High Volume Low End Selling, Repacking Impact On The Hobby

Jun 7, 2024

2.9 Million Dollar Jordan, Card Dealer Pro 2.0 and Changes for the Show

May 24, 2024

When should you change your strategy as a card dealer?

May 17, 2024

Kickers Giving Speeches, Optic Football Release, And Recent Buys

May 13, 2024

Bowman Release PA Show Recap 5K Challenge Update

May 3, 2024

Topps updates, PSA changes coming, and Beckett has horrible customer service.

Apr 19, 2024

Card shows are booming again. Jason and Gary break down the best and worst parts of buying and selling at shows.

Apr 12, 2024

Ohtani Cleared.... Ebay Aquires Goldin and More...

Apr 5, 2024

Bowman 24 , Angel Reese, Diggs, And Beatles Signatures.

Mar 29, 2024

JSA Aquired. Card Show Strategies MLB Prospecting.

Mar 22, 2024

Kurts Card Care creates a stir. Ohtani's interpreter stealing? What are the hobby implications?

Mar 8, 2024

MLB top 100 prospecting, Bedard Rookie, And More.

Feb 29, 2024

Fanatics screws up another Topps release. PSA parent company buying out SGC.... and Strategies for buying and selling collections.

Feb 23, 2024

Liv Golf With A Big Partner Aidan O'Connell Dumpster 1 of 1 MLB Prospecting top 100 - 70-61

Feb 16, 2024

Super Bowl Recap, Topps Series 1, And Prospecting 80-71

Feb 9, 2024

Gary and Jason break down more MLB prospects to watch, Buying and selling woes, and 5k card challenge updates.

Feb 2, 2024

Gary and Jason start their top 100 MLB prospecting series. Super Bowl Takes, And Cards HQ Launces Live...

Jan 26, 2024

Gary and Jason break down the week of NFL Playoff battles. 5k Challenge Update. Geoff Wilson's Mega Church of Cards.

Jan 19, 2024

The state of breaking in the hobby. NFL Playoff talk... and the 5k challenge.

Jan 12, 2024

Gary and Jason Break Down The NFL Playoff Picture And Discuss The NCAA Football Landscape To Kick Off A New Season.

Nov 9, 2023

NFC Buy Or Sell Midseason Picks Gary and Jason Break Down The NFC And Offer A Buy Or Sell For Every Team.

Nov 3, 2023

Gary and Jason break down the best buy and sell in the hobby for each afc team.

Oct 18, 2023

NFL updates MLB Playoffs Hobby Slowdown

Sep 29, 2023

NFL talk and QB busts

Sep 22, 2023

Card show reviews, the worst of facebook, Listener Q and A.

Sep 15, 2023

Bowman Chrome 2023 Prospect Review

Sep 7, 2023

Bowman chrome preview Hobby news NFL Kickoff

Sep 1, 2023

Hobby updates, NFL looks, and more...

Aug 11, 2023

Fanatics and Panini are going at it! Tim Anderson eating zzzzzzz's. Product Releases this week.

Jul 28, 2023

NFL Talk. Make or Break Seasons 2023

Jul 21, 2023

Unlicensed baseball and soft drinks.

Jul 14, 2023

Let's Fix Baseball.

Jul 7, 2023

A Guide To Collecting and Selling Singles

Jun 30, 2023

Rants and swear words and ball cards.

Jun 16, 2023

All Star Baseball Voting, NBA Finals, and More

Jun 9, 2023

Elly is Called up. Series 2 Rookie List LIV and PGA

May 26, 2023

Fanatics Acquires PWCC OPTIC Football Release MJ Holdings Slashing Prices Bowman Mega

May 19, 2023

NBA Finals Hobby Plays And Bargain Baseball Buys

May 12, 2023

Gary and Jason break down the card trimming scandal. Whatnot has some issues. MLBPA and Panini Baseball.

May 4, 2023

15 Prospect Reviews From Bowman 2023 Baseball. Buy, Sell, Or Borrow.

May 1, 2023

Gary and Jason break down the best and worst collectors at Card Shows. 2023 NFL Draft overview.

Mar 10, 2023

Gary offers his scouting expertise with the Combine and AL East Prospecting.

Mar 3, 2023

Topps Takes The Axe To 7 Products, Tom Brady Bowman Baseball, AL West Top Prospect

Feb 24, 2023

Topps Series 1 Baseball Release N.L. West Prospecting

Feb 10, 2023

Gary and Jason Break Down Prospects In The AL Central As Baseball Season Approaches.

Feb 3, 2023

Now that the Bengals and Dolphins are out, football is over. Baseball Season is coming right up. Jason and Gary break down top baseball prospects for 2023.

Jan 20, 2023

Gary and Jason Break Down The Best Buys For Teams That Didn't Make The Cut.

Jan 13, 2023

NFL Playoff Picks and Hall of Fame Ballot Review.

Jan 6, 2023

NFL Playoffs Damar Hamlin Update QB Situations

Dec 16, 2022

Bowman Chrome : Sell It Sleeve It, Or leave It NFL Playoff Pickups or Sell

Dec 9, 2022

Gary was wrong and also very right. Balling on a budget update, and Hobby News!

Sep 24, 2022

Gary loses on multiple predictions. Drew Wion Joins The Show As A Guest NFL Bust or Break Out Players

Sep 15, 2022

Jason and Gary break down NFL week 1, Explore the potential Fanatics/Panini Deal, and talk trash about their fantasy league matchup.

Sep 9, 2022

NFL picks on a budget, hobby news, and MLB schedule changes.

Sep 2, 2022

Jimmy G Contract Zion Vs Mantle Baker News Donovan Mitchell to CLE

Aug 25, 2022

Jason and Gary build out their dream MLB lineup from the junk wax era. Football releases and training camp updates.

Aug 19, 2022

Mantle SGC 9.5 about to make 10 milllion! Fantasy Football Picks Trouble for BBCE again with a tampered box?

Aug 12, 2022

back with a recap of the national, hobby news, and the NFL training camp.

Jul 21, 2022

HR Derby Recap, NFL Breakout Players, And The Latest Hobby News.

Jul 14, 2022

Difinitive debacle, pop or drop, MLB all star game take, and prospecting update.

Jun 29, 2022

New product releases... Recent grading submission.... and the latest NFL news.

Jun 16, 2022

Gary and Jason break down Prizm, topps series 2, and flawless realeases. Also, 2 really bad movie recommendations.

Jun 2, 2022

Topps cuts distribution by 50%! Prizm Asks for an organ in exchange for a hobby box.

May 26, 2022

Gary and Jason break down the NBA Finals, MLB Star Vets and Rookies, and Jason graces us with Garth Brooks covers.

May 12, 2022

Joker with another MVP, Product Releases and more.

May 5, 2022

Draft recap, Bowman baseball and hobby news!!

Apr 22, 2022

Gary is wildly innapropriate again, NBA hot buys, NFL moves, and recent Pick-ups

Apr 14, 2022

WWE releases new product, HGA is on life support, The Reds fans have had enough.

Apr 8, 2022

The return of pop or drop. Opening week of baseball, and other hobby news.

Apr 1, 2022

Gary and Jason break down 10 mlb prospects that might break out in 2022.

Mar 25, 2022

"Expert" opinion on the NFL moves this week.

Mar 18, 2022

A talk with the owner of Boomtown Sports Cards and Collectibles in San Antonio Texas.

Mar 12, 2022

Big updates in MLB, New Fanatics offering, and Recent additions to the collection.

Feb 24, 2022

Season 2, Episode 4

Feb 17, 2022

Super Bowl Recap, Topps Series 1 advice, MLB players to watch.

Feb 12, 2022

superbowl, bargain buys, and butter cake moonshine

Feb 3, 2022

The Goat Retires, Flores Sues The NFL, Burrow Heads To The Ship.

Jan 21, 2022

Huge Hobby News & NFL Playoff Predictions

Dec 10, 2021

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Oct 1, 2021

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Lawsuits, Licensing, and the 2021 QB class.

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Jun 24, 2021

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Jun 11, 2021

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May 10, 2021

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