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Sports Card Nation Podcast

John Newman
Sports Cards
Sports Card Hobby
Card Collecting
Baseball
Sports Card Collecting
PSA
Card Shows
Panini
SGC
Hobby Collecting
Vintage Cards
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 weeklyEpisodes667Founded8 years ago
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Joe Hollywood has made a name for himself in the hobby but he also is very philantrophic as well. I enjoyed getting to know more about him through our conversations for the pod. I hope you do as well.

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Joe Hollywood has made a name for himself in the hobby but he also is very philantrophic as well. I enjoyed getting to know more about him through our conversations for the pod. I hope you do as well.

Talking Points may include:

*Growing up in NY... more

YouTube

Joe Hollywood has made a name for himself in the hobby but he also is very philantrophic as well. I enjoyed getting to know more about him through our conversations for the pod. I hope you do as well.

Talking Points may include:

*Growing up in NY... more

I seen a lot of stuff through the years. Today I talk about the transactions of the hobby on different levels, Is there a Caste System in the hobby and to be careful.

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*New Product Release Schedule

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Recent Guests

Joe Hollywood
Notable hobby figure from New York, known for his presence in the scene and media projects
New York hobby community
Episode: Joe Hollywood "Breaking In Big" E399
Alan Pinkett
Advocate promoting Goacher family Sport Card Shop openings
Goacher Family Sport Card Shop (Valparaiso, IN)
Episode: "Hobby Money" Hobby Quick Hits E234
Mike Baker
Owner of MBA, Mike Baker Authentication
MBA (Mike Baker Authentication)
Episode: "Sharing Grading Expertise" with Mike Baker of MBA E397
Matthew Weaver
Creator of Baseball Card General Manager
Baseball Card General Manager
Episode: Matthew & Garrett return! E396
Garrett Weaver
Co-creator of Baseball Card General Manager
Baseball Card General Manager
Episode: Matthew & Garrett return! E396
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

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Good podcast

    It’s awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wrenchylol
    United States10 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 Statesa year 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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#129
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Apple Podcasts
#176
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"Sharing Grading Expertise" with Mike Baker of MBA E397
Q: Do you think this will be more the norm, with backlogs and lower levels paused—will it be a recurring pattern or can the industry stay ahead?
Mike suggests it depends on hobby growth, market dynamics, and whether the industry can scale with trained graders; he emphasizes that quality and consistency, not just throughput, will determine long-term health.
"Sharing Grading Expertise" with Mike Baker of MBA E397
Q: Talk about a little bit before that, how did your career at PSA start? Did you get recruited or apply?
Mike describes arriving at PSA through prior work with the sister company CGS, being there at inception, and becoming the first employee by being available and fitting the evolving needs of PSA as it established grading processes.
Matthew & Garrett return! E396
Q: Do you envision a future where this could expand to other sports or tournaments?
They see potential for other sports like football, but acknowledge the difficulty in translating actions across different sports; they're open to exploring expansions while maintaining the core stat-driven gameplay that defines the experience.
Matthew & Garrett return! E396
Q: What makes Baseball Card General Manager special compared to other card games?
The game combines real baseball statistics with a tabletop format, letting players manage lineups and run simulations using actual cards, which creates an educational and nostalgic experience that appeals to families, schools, and hobbyists alike.
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.

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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. Joe Hollywood
2. Alan Pinkett
3. Mike Baker
4. Matthew Weaver
5. Garrett Weaver
6. Dan Bliss
7. Zack Byrne
8. Porter Byrne

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