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Sports Cards are Dope

Dr. Tyler Tarver
Sports Cards
PSA
Michael Jordan
NBA
Ebay
Sports Card Collecting
SGC
Jordan Poole
Lebron James
Beckett
Fanatics
Kobe Bryant
Collecting
Market Trends
Steph Curry
Sports Card Market
Tom Brady
Fanatics Collect
Backyard Sports
PSA Grading

Welcome to the Sports Cards Are Dope podcast, hosted by Dr. Tyler Tarver (@tarvercards), an aggressively average dude with an above-average obsession for those glorious, four-cornered lil treasures we call sports cards! This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a celebration of sports, pop culture, and the universal joy of pulling a card so dope you immediately start calculating how many shares of Apple you... more

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Latest Episodes

College sports cards used to be an afterthought.

Now one of the most successful tech investors in sports has acquired a company built around college athletes—and that could signal a major shift in where sports fandom and collecting begin.

In this e... more

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Cards HQ just announced a major expansion backed by serious investment money—and collectors are divided.

Is this the future of the hobby, or the beginning of something collectors may regret?

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00:00 – Are hobby shops becoming too corporat... more

The NBA Finals have become more than a championship series—they've turned into a battle between two completely different sports card philosophies.

Should collectors chase generational potential, or should they reward proven winners? Using Victor Wem... more

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PSA just paused its most popular grading tiers, and the hobby is divided.

Is this a warning sign for collectors, or proof that grading demand has reached an entirely new level? Let's break down what happened, who wins, who loses, and what this could... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Gray
The Indiana Jones of the hobby; prominent collector and storyteller
Real 27 guy on Instagram
Episode: Why are Football Cards LOSING in the Million Dollar Card Race???
Jade Jaber
Video creator referenced in the episode
Episode: The Card Show Dealer Refused to Check Comps…DON'T DO THIS PLEASE!!!
Jesse Gibson
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Episode: Who’s REALLY Winning the Hobby Right Now?

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Dr. Tyler Tarver
Host of the show, deeply engaged in the sports cards hobby and pop culture conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • BEST sports cards podcast for everyday collector!

    In a world of sports cards that’s filled with quick flips and how to make the best dollar, Tyler Tarver brings a fresh perspective for the average collector. His enthusiasm and humor in the hobby makes this podcast a must listen for anyone who simply enjoys the beauty of sports cards and the Sports Card hobby. Keep doing you, Tyler. It’s truly joy to listen to your podcast.

    K-Dub

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrKdub1
    United Statesa year ago
  • This sport card podcast is dope

    Awesome podcast Tyler is great and has a lot of knowledge about the hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billlybob25
    United Statesa year ago
  • Honest and fun !

    This podcast is exceptionally enjoyable. I appreciate Tyler’s candid and entertaining approach to the card collecting hobby. He genuinely enjoys sharing his passion and encourages others to do the same, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a lighthearted perspective rather than allowing the hobby to become overly serious, a tendency that some collectors may exhibit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TDRASH77
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Sports Card Podcast with “Dope” in the Title!

    If you only listen to one podcast about Sports Cards exclusively, you should listen to the Sports cards Nonsense podcast. If you listen to up to 12 podcasts, please consider this. Also I’m biased cause it’s mineeeeee!! Love yall byeeeee

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tylertarver
    United Statesa year ago

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Community-focused and transparent about risks in deals and grading.
Honest, practical advice with a good balance of humor and expertise.
Energetic host with deep hobby knowledge and relatable storytelling.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#127
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#218
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#166
Austria/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#248
New Zealand/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

My $5 to $1,500 Mistake + Biggest Sports Card Mistakes Ever w/Mike Gioseffi (Sports Cards Nonsense)
Q: What's your range?
With Ohtani, I was buying secondary patch autos that were a few hundred dollars at the time, not the more expensive Bowman autos.
My $5 to $1,500 Mistake + Biggest Sports Card Mistakes Ever w/Mike Gioseffi (Sports Cards Nonsense)
Q: What are they at now?
Ohtani's valuable cards are now 5,000 plus, whereas before they were only a few hundred dollars.
My $5 to $1,500 Mistake + Biggest Sports Card Mistakes Ever w/Mike Gioseffi (Sports Cards Nonsense)
Q: What is one Carter athlete that you whiffed on, like the Sam Bowie, MJ Pick, how did that reshape how you evaluate players and hobby trends now?
I was heavy into Ohtani after his first season, but I sold everything when he had a lackluster start and I learned to be careful about assuming a player will bounce back after an injury.
Why I Bought THIS $1,800 Autograph Card (Not What You Think)
Q: Is card collecting profitable?
It can be profitable depending on how one approaches it, with the importance of learning, research, and patience emphasized.
Why I Bought THIS $1,800 Autograph Card (Not What You Think)
Q: Are the Tyson Beck cards tops or Panini?
The host clarifies that Tyson Beck's cards are produced through his own company, not through Tops or Panini.

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A lively, opinionated take on sports cards and pop culture, focused on collecting dynamics, market trends, and the ethics of deals. Episodes blend practical tips for buying, selling, and grading with entertaining storytelling, personal anecdotes, and community anecdotes from card shows, live breaks, and online marketplaces. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on transparency, handshake deals, and navigating hype with a mix of humor and humility, making it approachable for both seasoned collectors and curious newcomers.

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