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Happy Hobby Sports Cards Podcast

David Gonos
Sports Card Collecting
Sports Cards
Baseball
Topps
Fanatics
Baseball Cards
Bowman Draft Baseball
Ebay
Collecting Strategies
Rookie Cards
Patrick Imhoff
Bowman First Cards
Travis Bazzana
1980s Wax Packs
2025 Topps Design
Baseball Collecting
MLB Prospects
Grading Cards
Hobby Trends
Junk Wax Era

Happy Hobby Sports Cards Podcast: Build a better sports card collection on a real-world budget. Like opening a pack — you never know what you'll find! David Gonos (FSWA Hall of Famer, ex-CBS/SI/The Athletic) shares hobby news, new releases, vintage deep dives, and budget strategies with a positive, family-friendly vibe. Weekly episodes cover: • Great buying/selling tips for improving your sports c... more

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Latest Episodes

Each Happy Hobby Sports Card Newsletter For Collectors has a handful of great sports card subjects, helping sports card collectors working with limited budgets!

🎙️6 Things We Love/Hate About 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball! - Ep. 3.07

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Each Happy Hobby Sports Card Newsletter For Collectors has a handful of great sports card subjects, helping sports card collectors working with limited budgets!

🎙️How Many Rookie Cards of the Top 100 Baseball Players Do You Have? - Ep. 3.06

MLB Ne... more

Each Happy Hobby Sports Card Newsletter For Collectors has a handful of great sports card subjects, helping sports card collectors working with limited budgets!

🎙️Average Rookie Card Rankings: 2026 Topps Series 1 ARCR! - Ep. 3.05

We love rankings!... more

Each Happy Hobby Sports Card Newsletter For Collectors has a handful of great sports card subjects, helping sports card collectors working with limited budgets!

Comeback Collecting and Other Cold Weather Sports Card Collecting Topics! - Ep. 3.04

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Recent Guests

Scott Hedrick
Passionate junk wax collector and contributor to the Happy Hobby Sports Card newsletter
Episode: 🎙️Ranking the 10 Best Junk Wax Boxes Under $125 Each! - Ep. 2.44
Patrick Imhoff
A sports card collector who shares his journey of acquiring his Grail Card.
Episode: [POD] Is Your Grail Card Closer Than You Think? - Ep. 2.34
Eric Mack
Former coworker of David Gonos, card collector and seller
Episode: [POD] From Card Collector To Seller: Interviewing Emack!
Michael Salfino
Expert in vintage sports cards and writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: [POD] Asking a Vintage Card Expert For 12 Vintage Picks Under $100! – Ep. 2.14
Josh Scarberry
A sports card collector who shares tips on building sets on a limited budget alongside his son.
MJ Family Time Cards
Episode: [POD] How To Build Card Sets on a Limited Budget! - Ep. 2.11
Mr. Collect
Author of a sports card newsletter on Substack, sharing insights on collecting
Collector's Edge newsletter
Episode: [POD] 4 Smarter Steps For Collecting Cards! - Ep. 2.06
Lewis Fitzgerald
Card collector from England sharing his experience with American sports cards.
Episode: [POD] Blimey! A Card Collector’s Story From Across the Pond! - Ep. 2.05
Alan Camuto
Graphic designer with experience designing sports cards for Topps
Episode: [POD] 2025 Topps Design: What Does a Card Designer Think About It? - Ep. 2.01

Host

David Gonos
Host and sports card collector dedicated to helping enthusiasts enjoy collecting on a budget. Former Fantasy Sports columnist at CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, and The Athletic, inducted into the Fantasy Sports Writers Hall of Fame.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Thanks!

    Great podcast for a beginner collector on a budget, the pod, website and lists have been so helpful guiding me on the right track! Thank you David!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordant514
    Canada9 months ago
  • Wife should appear more often!

    Honestly, was on the fence about this podcast after a few episodes, but the “interview with the wife” episode won me over finally. Some genuine human warmth here, and a positive representation of this hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FlxYrLuvMscls
    United Statesa year ago
  • Happy hobby to you

    Love David Gonos and everything about this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FFD1998
    United States2 years ago
  • Atta-Boy!

    Dave is my favorite Sports Guru!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DustyNewt
    United States2 years ago
  • A+++++++

    David is even better than Ralphie’s BB gun essay.

    Take this man to heart. He shows the way to have a fun and fulfilling collecting hobby without breaking the bank.

    Fun, entertaining and informative. Definitely worth a look!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bills not happy
    United States2 years ago

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Many found the mix of advice, personal anecdotes, and nostalgia very relatable and enjoyable.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative content tailored for sports card collectors.
Some express a desire for more diverse guest appearances or deeper dives into specific collecting topics.
Positive feedback highlights the community aspect fostered by the host, promoting a friendly environment for all collectors.

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[POD] 2024 Basketball Card Rankings-Palooza! - Ep. 1.33
Q: What was the first famous set of baseball cards that Jacob Bowman manufactured?
The first famous set manufactured by Jacob Bowman was created before he eventually developed Bowman Baseball Cards.
[POD] 11 Card Collectors Who ANNOY Us! - Ep. 1.32
Q: What was the first set of baseball cards to use color photographs?
Listeners can answer to win a 1970 Topps Jim Palmer card, with a drawing for correct responses.
[POD] 13 Card-Grading Secrets Only Vets Know! - Ep. 1.34
Q: What was the year Topps didn't produce football cards for the first time since 1955?
The year was 1986.
[POD] Hobby Widow!?! Interviewing My Wife About Sports Cards! - Ep. 1.37
Q: How do you deal with being a card collector?
I try to make it enjoyable for you but also do a course correction on spending when necessary.
[POD] Hobby Widow!?! Interviewing My Wife About Sports Cards! - Ep. 1.37
Q: What would you suggest for people who want their spouses to understand card collecting?
Be as transparent as possible about what you want and create a list or board to guide them.

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The content centers around sports card collecting, with a strong emphasis on affordability, making it accessible for hobbyists on a limited budget. Episodes frequently explore both recent releases and vintage cards, encouraging collectors to appreciate the excitement and nostalgia of the hobby. The host shares personal stories and reflections, fostering a community spirit among collectors. The engaging and lighthearted approach makes it appealing to both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, with a commitment to education and support within the collecting world.

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Recent guests on Happy Hobby Sports Cards Podcast include:

1. Scott Hedrick
2. Patrick Imhoff
3. Eric Mack
4. Michael Salfino
5. Josh Scarberry
6. Mr. Collect
7. Lewis Fitzgerald
8. Alan Camuto

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