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The Hobby Handbook

Alex Llansó
Sports Cards
PSA
Topps
Sports Card Collecting
Whatnot
Ebay Live
Nashville Card Show
Bowman Baseball
Collecting
World Baseball Classic
Topps Chrome Football
Fanatics
Clever Cuban Cards
Shohei Ohtani
Sports Card Market
Low-End Sports Cards
Topps Black & White
2026 MLB Season
SGC
Card Shows

Welcome to The Hobby Handbook, your go-to guide for turning passion into profit in the world of sports card collecting. Hosted by the Clever Cuban Cards, this podcast peels back the layers of the fast-growing trading card industry, showing how a simple hobby can become a side hustle or even a full-time gig. From flipping cards to grading, building community to leveraging market trends, each episod... more

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It is very rare we get breaking news in the middle of a show, but after a major Topps announcement, we break down what their new pilot program with 2025-26 Topps Chrome Update Basketball mega boxes means. Plus, going through card show etiquette, the ... more

On Hobby Handbook this week, Alex has another consulting session, this time with Zack's Bowman Hacks!

0:00 - Intro to Zack and his business

4:50 - Selling cards, but not live selling or at card shows, and a move to full-time in cards.

10:00 - The ... more

Brandon Stuff has gone from zero followers to nearly 40,000 followers on Instagram in less than a year as he continues to build his card business. While he's focused on buying Shohei Ohtani and Paul Skenes for himself, he still moves cards at shows, ... more

On this episode of The Hobby Handbook with Alex and Trent, we discuss the release of Topps Dynasty and how with a product like this the singles market will always be your friend. Plus, Nationals No. 2 Prospect, P Travis Sykora, joins the show to disc... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Stuff
Card collector and show traveler
Instagram: Brandon_Stuff (Brandon Stuff)
Episode: How to Make it in the Card Business with Brandon Stuff
Travis Sykora
Nationals prospect, pitcher
Washington Nationals
Episode: Nationals No. 2 Prospect P Travis Sykora on Collecting His Own Cards
Aaron Amarant
Owner of AAMint Cards
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Episode: What's it Like Running a Card Shop in 2026 with Aaron from AAMint Cards
Trey Yesavage
Baseball player (invited guest)
Episode: Fernando Mendoza: Bust or Breakout? + Trey Yesavage Sparks Hobby Controversy
Alex (BiggsyRips)
Content creator focused on selling cheap sports cards
Episode: The Big Business Behind Low-End Sports Cards
Adam Palmer
Content creator who produces a daily video series on sports card news and trends.
Sports Cards Nonsense
Episode: Avoiding Hobby Burnout as a Diehard Sports Card Collector
Gordy Bonkers
Entrepreneur and expert in vintage sports cards.
Bonkers Cards
Episode: Debating Vintage vs Modern Sports Cards with Gordy Bonker
Dr. Tyler Tarver
Educator, content creator, and Jordan Poole super fan.
Tarver's Cards
Episode: Card Buying Strategy Heading into NBA Season, featuring Dr. Tyler Tarver
Mike Gioseffi
Famous for Sports Cards Nonsense.
Sports Cards Nonsense
Episode: The State of the Collectibles Hobby & How to Avoid Being Scammed

Hosts

Alex
Host of The Hobby Handbook; frequent contributor on market dynamics, pricing, and show discussions
Trent
Co-host with market discussions, interviews, and live-show insights

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Great content for the beginner or experienced collector!

    Alex’s insight on the hobby is always well thought out and insightful. He is a great communicator who gets to the heart of the topic in a way even a novice can understand!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coachBsquared
    United States8 months ago
  • Outstanding

    One of the smartest and easy listening dudes in the hobby

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bazkat8
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great Show

    Alex is a great one to follow for all things bard collecting. Been following for a long time and always enjoy his content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam Milner
    United Statesa year ago
  • Clever is the real deal

    Looking for honesty and integrity in the hobby? You found it. The Clever Cuban is as good as it gets.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    griffey20
    United Statesa year ago

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Consistently clear, direct, and enjoyable to listen to for both beginners and seasoned hobbyists.
Hosts come across as honest, knowledgeable, and trustworthy in navigating the hobby's dynamics.
Insightful market commentary that's practical for collectors and small sellers.
Genuine focus on transparency and community trust stands out to listeners.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Make it in the Card Business with Brandon Stuff
Q: What's your take on grading cards to flip vs focusing on market trends?
He explains dialing back grading due to long turnaround times, shifting toward market prediction and selective high-value plays, and using grading when it makes sense for fast returns on $500+ items.
How to Make it in the Card Business with Brandon Stuff
Q: How did you get into the hobby and turn it into a business?
Brandon describes starting by buying a large lot for $100, then leveraging show travel and fast flips to build capital, later using grading selectively and focusing on market predictions and networking to sustain growth.
Steps You Can Take to Improve Your Card Business
Q: What are your biggest challenges right now for sustaining a full-time card business?
Inventory management and finding consistent inventory to move are key challenges, along with managing time and family commitments, choosing the right platforms (Whatnot, eBay Live, Collects), and maintaining cash flow while growing revenue.
Steps You Can Take to Improve Your Card Business
Q: What motivated you to pursue card selling full-time, and how did your plan evolve as you scaled?
Zack describes a gradual shift from part-time to attempting full-time, driven by consistent sales from live streams and shows, and by building systems to manage inventory, sourcing, and cash flow. The plan evolved to emphasize consistent show schedules, leveraging live platforms, and balancing family life with business growth.
What's it Like Running a Card Shop in 2026 with Aaron from AAMint Cards
Q: What advice would Aaron give to someone starting a card shop?
Secure product at good price points through allocations and distributors, maintain high liquidity, focus on top-volume singles and slabs, and ensure an excellent in-store customer experience to sustain long-term engagement.

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What is The Hobby Handbook about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the business side of sports card collecting, covering market dynamics, pricing, and strategy for both collectors and sellers. Episodes frequently explore box vs. single-card purchases, pricing controls, marketplace policies, show operations, and practical tips for avoiding busts while maximizing value. A standout element is the blend of in-depth market analysis with candid discussions about ethics, transparency, and community trust within the hobby, often featuring guests and industry insiders. Listeners looking for actionable guidance on buying, selling, and building a small-to-midscale card business will likely find it especially valuable, with a clear emphasis on sustainable practices and long-term value rather than ... more

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1. Brandon Stuff
2. Travis Sykora
3. Aaron Amarant
4. Trey Yesavage
5. Alex (BiggsyRips)
6. Adam Palmer
7. Gordy Bonkers
8. Dr. Tyler Tarver

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