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Ron Guidry
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Kent Hrbek
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Every card has a story to tell. In this 700+ episode series, Matt Kuzma and David McEllis discuss a different 1988 Topps baseball card every week. Send your questions and suggestions to 1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com.

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The member of the 1997 World Series-winning Florida Marlins who most resembles a Les Miserables character.

Card #506 on Beckett - marketplace.beckett.com/item/900/1988-topps-506-john-cangelosi_31263472

John interviewed for MILB - w... more

This Jersey-born catcher was chosen instead of Bo Derek for a fashion ad and had a #1 hit on the country charts (in Syracuse.)

Card 561 - marketplace.beckett.com/cardshack_727/item/1988-topps-561-rick-cerone_15842271

Card 27T - www.... more

We've got a new jingle!

If you want to win, here's what they say: Just start Rick Mahler on Opening Day

Card 706 on Beckett -

marketplace.beckett.com/gamesandcards_87/item/1988-topps-tiffany-706-rick-mahler_30276986

Rick on Opening Day -... more

Meet Flan, the coolest guy in the set.

SABR Bio by Bob Webster - ⁠https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/Tim-Flannery/⁠

Card 513 on Beckett - marketplace.beckett.com/gamesandcards_87/item/1988-topps-513-tim-flannery_30570624

88 Topps Blog - htt... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Evans
Director of The Diamond King film
Episode: Chili Davis (#15/32T)
Dick Perez
Artist behind The Diamond Kings cards
Episode: Chili Davis (#15/32T)
Jeff Snider
Co-host of the Locked on Dodgers podcast
Locked on Dodgers Podcast
Episode: Mike Marshall (#249)
Marshall Garvey
Author of 'Interstate 85: The Royals, The Cardinals and the Show-Me World Series'
University of Missouri Press
Episode: Steve Farr (#222)
Adam Darowski
Executive Director of Design and Product Management at Sports Reference and a baseball historian
BaseballTwit
Episode: Jose Cruz (#278)
Zak Ford
Author and chair of the Dusty Baker Sacramento Sabre chapter
Episode: Mike Campbell (#246)

Hosts

David McEllis
Co-host and one of the main voices discussing baseball cards.
Matt Kuzma
Co-host and one of the main voices discussing baseball cards.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Excellent pod!

    First off, do Mickey Morandini, 2B US Olympic team (and later Phillies). He’s from my area, and a fellow IU Hoosier (the second Hoosier to wear #12 w/ Philly - Schwarber is the other).

    Mickey came back to PGH in ‘91 (?) and pulled off an unassisted triple play vs the Pirates. I was lucky enough to be there and still have the ticket stub somewhere.

    Regardless, awesome pod. I eagerly await new episodes each week (or so).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoosier -7
    United States8 months ago
  • Favorited

    This show and its hosts are fantastic. I was 14 & obsessed with cards, bought countless packs of 88 Topps. This show has arrived in my life at just the right moment. This very ambitious project is a real achievement and I can’t wait to hear future episodes. For now, having a ball listening through to all of them. <3 x infinity !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FlxYrLuvMscls
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cardboard comes to life

    What an exceptional podcast that instantaneously sends you back in time aboard a 100mph fastball straight into the heart of 1988 Topps Baseball set. This set is the first one I actively bought wax packs of and the colors, design, and players hold an indelible place in my collectors consciousness. Great listen and great job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dmk2213
    United Statesa year ago
  • For the whole family

    Funny, insightful, engrossing. Even my wife and 13-year-old daughter love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeremyMarlinsFan
    United States2 years ago
  • Best of the Best

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Just want to say THANK YOU !!! Keep up the amazing work..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B-from-5HP
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the podcast garners positive feedback for its unique approach to discussing baseball cards and culture.
The series is considered a must-listen for those who collected cards as kids and have a passion for baseball history.
The show's ability to address both popular players and lesser-known figures resonates strongly with the audience.
Listeners find the hosts' chemistry engaging, with many personal stories adding depth to the show.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor, nostalgia, and well-researched stories behind each baseball card.

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Apple Podcasts
#200
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#185
Canada/Sports/Baseball

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Guy Hoffman (#496)
Q: How does the podcast "Remember That Guy" choose which athletes to remember?
The show has a competitive element where they present athletes from a selected topic while focusing on often overlooked players.
Mike Marshall (#249)
Q: Why do you want to talk about Mike Marshall today?
Mike Marshall was my favorite player as a kid, a sentiment shared by Jeff Snider, highlighting a personal connection and admiration for the player.
Steve Farr (#222)
Q: Why did you select Steve Farr out of all of these guys as the guy that you wanted to talk about?
Farr is a perfect example of a baseball butterfly effect; his actions in a critical game led to significant outcomes in baseball history.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1988 Topps

What is 1988 Topps about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series engages listeners by exploring a different baseball card from the 1988 Topps collection each week, highlighting the stories behind the players featured on those cards. Topics frequently discussed include the players' careers, notable moments in baseball history, and personal anecdotes related to the cards, which resonate well with listeners passionate about nostalgia and baseball lore. The hosts balance humor with insightful commentary, often linking the past to contemporary themes within the sport.Distinctly focusing on the 1980s baseball culture, the series is not only for avid collectors but also appeals broadly to casual fans of the sport, combining research with personal stories that elevate the discussion beyond mere stati... more

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