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Sports Card Nation Podcast

John Newman
Sports Cards
Sports Card Hobby
Card Collecting
Sports Card Collecting
Baseball
PSA
Card Shows
Panini
SGC
Vintage Cards
Hobby Collecting
Baseball Cards
Collectibles
Collecting
National Sports Card Convention
Card Grading
Major League Baseball
Upper Deck
The National
NFL

Centered on the Sports Card hobby/industry. "Sports Card Nation" Friday's a great conversation with a hobby person(s)Alternating Mondays:"Hobby Quick Hits"-one topic, weekly hobby news and new product releases.&"Card Mensches"-Co-Hosted w/Danny Black. Hobby, Sports & Gambling/DFS discussion with a little life mixed in.E-Mail:sportscardnationpc@gmail.comWebsite:www.sportscardnationpodcast.co...Beco... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes663Founded8 years ago
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Most will agree Mike Baker is one of the most experienced people when it comes to the grading space. He was PSA's 1st employee and now is the force behind MBA. He joins us for the 1st time.

Talking Points may include:

*How it all started

*How g... more

There are more card shows than ever before and I attend as both a dealer and consumer. On this episode I share my observations and thoughts about the current state of card shows.

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*New Product Release Schedule

*Hobby News

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Part II with Matthew and Garrett Weaver. They invented a baseball card game that can be played with your own cards, build your own teams,etc. It's not just the run of the mill roll the dice type game. Yes there's dice but built on formulas that shoul... more

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Matthew and Garrett Weaver invented a baseball card game that can be played with your own cards, build your own teams,etc. It's not just the run of the mill roll the dice type game. Yes there's dice but built on formulas that should bring similar res... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Bliss
Front Row Card Show promoter
Front Row Card Show
Episode: Dan Bliss of Front Row Card Show "Promoting Shows Right" E393
Zack Byrne
Father of Porter, long-time hobbyist and collector
Porter Byrne
Episode: Zack and Porter are back! E392
Porter Byrne
Alumnus returning to the podcast with his father Zach
U.S. hobby community
Episode: Zach & Porter Byrne "Positive Hobby Community" E391
Zach Byrne
Alumnus returning to the podcast with his son Porter
U.S. hobby community
Episode: Zach & Porter Byrne "Positive Hobby Community" E391
Nick Barton
Founder of Mean Daddy Cards
Mean Daddy Cards
Episode: Nick Barton/MeanDaddy Cards "Giving Back to the Community" E389
James Fiorentino
Acclaimed artist known for sports art and baseball imagery; work used by Tops and Upper Deck
Sports art for cards and major organizations
Episode: Artist James Fiorentino "The Sport of Painting" E387
Adam Romero
Card show promoter and dealer; former law enforcement
Captain Romero Shows
Episode: Adam Romero/Captain Romero Sports Cards Returns! E384
Mike Martin
Franchise owner, Replay Sports Cards
Replay Sports Cards
Episode: Mike Martin of Replay Sports Cards "Franchise LCSing" E381
Tim McEnery
Man behind Slabstrong/Slab Bumpers
Slabstrong/BCW
Episode: Tim McEnery "Grinding to Hobby Success" E379

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Good podcast

    It’s awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wrenchylol
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome Show

    Sportscard Nation is a must-listen for anyone in the hobby—smart interviews, real talk, and a perfect balance of nostalgia and current market insights. Every episode feels like pulling a hot pack: you learn something, you laugh, and you leave more connected to the community. Huge shout-out to host John Newman—not just a great voice for the hobby, but a genuine friend who consistently shows up for collectors. Keep up the amazing work! -OKC Phil

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pswaggar
    United States10 months ago
  • i LOVE you john

    thank you and x is great

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    teddy knott
    United States2 years ago
  • good show

    make an episode of favorite sets

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    teddy knott
    United States3 years ago
  • Naw

    Horrible, mumbling dribble

    Other than that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mailman matt
    United States3 years ago

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Strong community focus and guest diversity.
Engaging interviews with deep hobby knowledge.
Listeners praise practical, actionable hobby advice.

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#93
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
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#200
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

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Q & A Episode Hobby Quick Hits E231
Q: Is Leaf ruining celebrity autos by the amount they're producing?
The host contends Leaf offers a viable avenue to obtain celebrity autographs that might be hard to access in person, arguing it expands options rather than ruins the market, and emphasizes price point as a key factor.
Q & A Episode Hobby Quick Hits E231
Q: What are your thoughts on printing plates with autos?
Printing plates with autographs have a place in the hobby as an acquired-taste collectible; they can be desirable for player collectors and fans, though some may view them as less traditional or overproduced.
Q & A Episode Hobby Quick Hits E231
Q: Garbage pail kids a fad, I think he meant to say.
The host argues Garbage Pail Kids are a niche within the non-sports hobby with nostalgia and continued collector interest, not simply a fad, and highlights ongoing appeal among both old and new collectors.
Q & A Episode Hobby Quick Hits E231
Q: Junior asks, what do you think the effects of the PSA pause on the lower levels will have across the grading board?
The host explains the PSA pause could shift demand toward CGC and SGC, potentially increasing turnout and pricing at lower tiers, while acknowledging that overall grading activity may slow but eventually rebound as backlogs are addressed.
Nick Barton/MeanDaddy Cards "Giving Back to the Community" E389
Q: What motivates you to give back at card shows and to kids?
He emphasizes making the hobby welcoming, focusing on the joy of opening packs and the value of memories over monetary worth.

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A hobby-focused interview show that centers on the sports card collecting ecosystem, featuring in-depth conversations with prominent collectors, artists, show organizers, data analysts, and industry insiders. Episodes regularly cover community impact, market trends, show operations, artist collaborations, and live-event insights, with a strong emphasis on making the hobby welcoming, affordable, and accessible. The program often blends practical how-tos (buying, selling, collecting strategies) with behind-the-scenes perspectives on shows, licensing, and franchise models, making it valuable for both collectors and professionals seeking industry context and sponsorship opportunities.

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Recent guests on Sports Card Nation Podcast include:

1. Dan Bliss
2. Zack Byrne
3. Porter Byrne
4. Zach Byrne
5. Nick Barton
6. James Fiorentino
7. Adam Romero
8. Mike Martin

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