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The Shallow End

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Sports Cards
Sports Card Collecting
Collecting
Baseball Cards
Ebay
Nostalgia
Card Collecting
Albert Pujols
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Caitlin Clark
Sports Collecting
The National
Community
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Juan Soto
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The Shallow End: A Sports Card Podcast On a Budget

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes202Founded2 years ago
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Coming off a visit to St. Paul for the Minnesota Card Show, Dave shares his pickups, attempts a few insights, and reveals the card at the show that outsold the cards of Shohei Ohtani.

The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscard... more

Pat (IG: @Insta_Account_Haver) swoops in to save the day with his usual insights and observations. If you like sports card podcasts when two people just talk about cards and collecting, this is the right episode for you.

How far would you go to get your sports card grail? How far would you go to get a second copy of that grail? This is the story of how Keith (@thekeithy4999) did just that.

The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

This is a podcast audio essay about collecting sports cards. Enjoy.

The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

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Recent Guests

Scott Lang
Collector focused on PSA 1 cards
PSA 1 Only (Instagram)
Episode: The Shallow End ep 115 - Building a Collection of PSA 1s
Greg Paper and Chrome
Friend of the show and collector featured on the episode
Paper and Chrome (Instagram)
Episode: Ten Bucks or Less episode 7 of 10 - Binder Card(inals)
Tyler Nethercott
Teapot, collector and media personality; associated with Market Movers, Spitball and Cards, Sports Card Investor
Market Movers / Spitball and Cards / Sports Card Investor
Episode: Ten Bucks or Less episode 6 - "Gold Medallions"
Adam Gray
Collector known for deep knowledge and institutional history of cards
Real27Guy (Instagram/YouTube)
Episode: Ten Bucks or Less episode 3 of 10 - "From Mom to Manute to Rudy"
Matt H.
Professional graphic designer and sports card collector
Episode: The Shallow End ep 110 - Collecting through the eyes of a graphic artist
Alyx Efron
The man behind CollectorsMD, focusing on helping hobbyists dealing with gambling addiction.
CollectorsMD
Episode: The Shallow End ep 104 - We Can't Stop Talking about Gambling and Addiction
Matt Worley
Host of the up-and-coming Slabnomics podcast
Slabnomics podcast
Episode: Failing Up #17 of 18: Buying Without Direction
Josh Adams
A collector and one of the driving forces behind the 90s auctions platform.
Midwest Vintage Cards
Episode: Failing Up #12 of 18: The DiMaggios that Refuse to Leave
Dave Spinrad
Rabbi, personal trainer, and sports card collector
Episode: Failing Up #4 of 18: Failure is Necessary and Encouraged

Host

Dave Schwartz
Host of The Shallow End, with deep involvement in the show and interview-led episodes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Disappointed

    Loved this show until this latest episode with him going political. Bye forever

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Farm folk
    United States3 months ago
  • Good Show

    Love the show! Dave has a great perspective unlike a lot of today’s “collectors” “flippers” really enjoy a different look at the hobby as you do. Thanks Dave!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mizzoulifer
    United States10 months ago
  • 5 stars!

    I love how insightful and reflective this show is about cards and collecting in general. Appreciate all the content and keep doing what you do! Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antonio_Ismael
    Philippines2 years ago
  • One of the best

    The Shallow End is a unique podcast that presents a perspective you won’t find elsewhere. Combining hobby introspection and engaging conversation with fun, fascinating guests, this is a must-listen podcast. I’m constantly learning from it and you can’t help asking yourself new questions after an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grigoris D
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Hobby Podcast

    Very thoughtful & insightful takes on the Hobby. Well worth the listen. Two thumbs up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    111baller
    United States2 years ago

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The host provides a thoughtful, non-hype perspective on collecting that feels authentic.
Guests bring diverse hobby insights and practical tips for budget collectors.
Listeners appreciate the emphasis on storytelling and nostalgia over market hype.

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Apple Podcasts
#113
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Apple Podcasts
#193
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#233
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#119
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Apple Podcasts
#204
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ten Bucks or Less episode 4 of 10 - "The Card He Couldn't Pass Up"
Q: Why did you choose a Jose Canseco card in an Expos uniform for this discussion?
Because the card embodies a dramatic late-career arc and a strong story that makes a common card feel extraordinary once you know its backstory.
Ten Bucks or Less episode 3 of 10 - "From Mom to Manute to Rudy"
Q: What is the first card you want to share?
The first card I want to share is my Manute Bull rookie card, which I bought when I was 10 years old. It's a dollar card that still holds a lot of meaning after more than three decades, partly because it helped me complete a large base set and sparked lifelong collecting memories.
Ten Bucks or Less episode 9 of 10 - "When a Card Hits Deeper"
Q: Can you tell us a little more about the backstory of this card and its significance to you?
The card captures Garza in a Hawkeye uniform during a COVID-affected season; I found it on eBay for five dollars, and it became a focal point in my collection because of its rarity, color, and the connection to Garza's national player of the year year.
Ten Bucks or Less episode 9 of 10 - "When a Card Hits Deeper"
Q: What card are we talking about today, and what drew you to it?
We're discussing Luca Garza, Panini Prism Draft Pick Signatures out of 15, 13 of 15 Purple Pulsar, and I was drawn to the Pulsar design and the potential story behind a highly serialized card in Garza's senior season.
Ten Bucks or Less episode 9 of 10 - "When a Card Hits Deeper"
Q: Today to the show, we welcome in Shane, Shane is Shane's Hobbies and Collectibles on Instagram. This is your first podcast, is that right, Shane?
Yes, it is, and I'm excited to share my background and why this Luca Garza card mattered to me, including how I found the card and what it represents in my collecting journey.

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The show centers on affordable and thoughtful sports card collecting, with frequent focus on budget-friendly strategies, meaningful storytelling, and the joy of small, well-curated finds. Episodes often feature long-time hobbyists sharing personal journeys, the psychology of collecting, and practical tips for building a meaningful collection without chasing high-priced items. A standout throughline is balancing nostalgia with budget discipline, plus candid discussions about market dynamics, curation, and the joy of discovering hidden gems. Notable is the emphasis on authentic, story-driven collecting over hype, and the mix of guest perspectives from varied collecting niches adds depth and relatability for listeners who value thoughtful, low... more

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Recent guests on The Shallow End include:

1. Scott Lang
2. Greg Paper and Chrome
3. Tyler Nethercott
4. Adam Gray
5. Matt H.
6. Alyx Efron
7. Matt Worley
8. Josh Adams

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