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Sports Card Lessons Podcast

Ken Cairns
Sports Cards
Sports Card Hobby
Caitlin Clark
Card Shows
WNBA
PSA
PSA Grading
NFL
The National
Ebay
Football
Mohegan Sun
Women's Basketball
Fantasy Football
Shohei Ohtani
Grading
Fanatics Fest
Sports Card Collecting
Football Cards
Collecting

A weekly podcast of lesson's I've learned in the Sports Card hobby, card show recaps, and interviews with key people in the hobby.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes414Founded4 years ago
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This episode, I take a deep dive into NFL greatness vs. hobby value. I compare the greatest QBs, RBs, and WRs of all time to their actual sports card markets. Does greatness equal card value? I also share some recent pickups.. SCL S9E13

This episode we talk about SGC raising prices & turn around times, Are they setting the standard for the big 3 future of grading? We also are doing a very spicy POP or CHOP that includes 2000's Michael Jordan cards, sticker autos on high end cards, b... more

This episode I talk about why it makes sense for me to be buying and investing in 80's Football hall of famers and staying away from prospecting ultra modern QB's. I share my top 5 players to chase. SCL S9E11

This episode we talk about the 2021 liquidity bubble vs the 2026 scarcity-and-quality boom, We give our 2026-27 NFL Predictions, & Zip shares his massive lot pickup. Thursday Night Live 8/27/2026 SCL HC S9E10

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Recent Guests

Steve Loff
Special guest co-host
Episode: Prospecting HOF Players | Dealer POV | Vintage Market Update
Paulo Special One Cards
Paulo, runs The90 Soccer Podcast, Special One Cards; instructor on soccer cards
Special One Cards / The 90 Soccer Podcast
Episode: What we're buying | World Cup With @specialonecards | Prospecting Soccer
John Dorch
Guest on episode, referenced as attendee and participant
Episode: PSA's Big Announcement | TOPPS retail Sitting | NFL Schedule Release
Scott Dimay
Promoter of the largest card show in Connecticut
EC3Con
Episode: Building a destination card show
Rob G
Formerly of the Sports Card Therapist Podcast
Episode: 2 Years Later - Rob G formerly of The Sports Card Therapist Podcast
Cary Williams
Flipper, reseller, picker, content creator
Episode: YouTube Live 7/3/25 with Cary Williams @americanarbitrage
Josh Cohen
Co-owner of Pc Sportscards
Pc Sportscards
Episode: Inside the Sports Card Industry w/PC SPORTSCARDS | #1 PSA Submitter & Top 5 eBay Seller reveals All
Chris McGill
Co-founder of CardLadder
CardLadder
Episode: Players with NBA playoff upside, Card markets are rising, & The next vintage
Tom Gaydos
An experienced dealer and collector in the sports card hobby, recognized for his knowledge and networking skills.
Episode: Hobby Chat with Tom @hudsonfan15

Hosts

Big Ken
Host of the sports card focused show, providing market insights, show floor perspectives, and long-term strategies.
Zip
Co-host delivering market analysis, segment commentary, and tactical advice for buyers and sellers.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Limited info

    Have listened to 7-10 episodes so far. Has very limited card content. Much of the episodes are random conversations with the guest and not related to the title. Not the best source for card info.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    teo10318
    United States8 months ago
  • Each one, teach one!

    This is a very enjoyable podcast. Like coffee with buddies, and absent the inflated “hobby-hype” that some shows live on. Appreciate the coverage of less mainstream matters, ie. womens soccer, WNBA, etc. Keep up the good work, teach!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jblarson_cards
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    Love the show! Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s one of the best out there! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mizzoulifer
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast for investors!

    I really enjoyed listening. Great tips shared from real life wisdom. Many thanks and keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Razor $
    United States3 years ago
  • Helpful

    Learn from your mistakes ( or others mistakes)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    👿☠️:(
    United States3 years ago

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Some listeners want deeper card-specific content over broad hobby discussions.
Vibes as coffee-chat-like with a focus on less mainstream topics.
Shows value practical, veteran dealer perspectives and actionable takeaways for show strategy.

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Apple Podcasts
#24
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#194
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#134
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#234
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#55
Denmark/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#60
Austria/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Spend 10K | Mahomes Pricing | Singles | Barry Bonds Market
Q: Which would be more impactful: searchable Whatnot sales for the last three years or no eBay sold data?
They argue that having searchable Whatnot sales would provide a valuable, transparent data point for pricing and decision-making, potentially replacing some reliance on eBay data while acknowledging trade-offs and market dynamics.
Spend 10K | Mahomes Pricing | Singles | Barry Bonds Market
Q: If you had $10,000 to buy cards split between PC and buying cards to make money slash investing, how would you spend it?
They suggest splitting roughly 60/40 or 50/50 between core PC/high-upside investments and liquid, growing blocks of 'goats' (iconic stars) while maintaining liquidity; focus on scarce, high-upside items for the longer term and reserve some funds for safer, liquid names for quick flips.
PSA Pausing Grading | Have we hit the ceiling on GOATS | TOPPS Case Hits
Q: From Cyrus, where the market the past few months has absolutely boomed for GOATS. Do you guys think we are at a ceiling? Do you think there's still room for growth? Will there be a crash?
The hosts suggest that GOATS may still have momentum, especially among top-tier athletes, but acknowledge the risk of a cooling or rebalancing scenario. They discuss how mainstream money entering the hobby tends to dampen crashes, while moderation in demand could trigger a gradual slowdown or a short-term pullback, rather than a full crash, with room for growth in select players depending on performance and pop counts.
Listener Questions - Thursday Night Live 4/30/2026
Q: Is grading still worth it for raw vintage, or is it better to skip and focus on modern cards?
They lean toward not grading raw vintage, noting that ungraded vintage remains popular with collectors, while modern cards still present opportunities when the upside justifies the cost of grading.
Listener Questions - Thursday Night Live 4/30/2026
Q: What is your view on the impact of Fanatics flooding the market on singles buying strategies?
The guests discuss that when new product floods the market, margins tighten and buyers must be more selective, often waiting for prices to come down or targeting high-potential, low-numbered cards to ride cycles rather than ripping everything.

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This show centers on the sports card hobby, with a steady mix of market analysis, show floor tactics, and practical buying/selling strategies. Episodes commonly cover market dynamics (e.g., flight to quality, raw vs. graded), event prep for large conventions, and real-world tips from dealers and collectors. The tone blends actionable takeaways with personal anecdotes, trade-night stories, and a view into how professionals navigate liquidity, pricing, and inventory. A notable strength is the duo's willingness to tackle both macro market trends and day-to-day show floor decisions, making it useful for listeners ranging from serious investors to hobbyists seeking smarter buying and selling moves. A recurring highlight is in-depth coverage of m... more

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2. Paulo Special One Cards
3. John Dorch
4. Scott Dimay
5. Rob G
6. Cary Williams
7. Josh Cohen
8. Chris McGill

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