Card Friends

How to Save Money (and Not Get Scammed) in the Hobby

Welcome, Card Friends — this week we’re talking about keeping your hobby budget in check and avoiding scams. From shady sellers to overpriced hype, we’re sharing real tips to help you collect smarter and stay protected. Whether you're new to the hobby or just tired of getting burned, this one's for you. New episodes every other Wednesday. Music licensed via Podcastle: AMKJR3TL3DADSWST

What’s Changed in the Hobby? Then vs Now

Welcome, Card Friends — this week we’re talking about how the hobby has changed over the years. From binders and corner stores to grading, breaks, and online marketplaces, it’s a whole new world out there. Whether you’re just getting back into cards or never stopped collecting, this episode is for you. New episodes every Wednesday. 🎧 Music licensed via Podcastle License Code: VMQDGMDR1D4OKDAT

Card Collecting 101: How to Start (or Restart) the Hobby

Welcome, Card Friends — this is our beginner’s guide to collecting. Whether you're diving back in after 20 years or just starting your hobby journey, this episode is packed with real talk, smart tips, and everything you need to know to get going in the world of sports and trading cards. We cover: Why people get back into collecting What to buy first (without overspending) Must-know hobby terms like wax, slabs, parallels, and RPA The actual gear and supplies you need to start Extreme beginner questions you're totally allowed to ask Mistakes we made early on (so you don’t have to) 🎴 If you’re new to the hobby — or know someone who is — this is the episode to send them. New episodes every Wednesday.

NBA Playoffs, Personal Collections, and How to Start Collecting Without the Stress

Welcome back, Card Friends — this week we’re talking NBA playoffs, the players currently in our personal collections, and how to start collecting trading cards without getting overwhelmed. Whether you're new to the hobby or getting back into it, we break down what actually matters, what to avoid, and how to keep it fun. We also share some recent pickups, shout out a few Card Friends from the community, and answer a mailbag question: what do you do with cards you don’t want anymore? New episodes every Wednesday. Music licensed via Podcastle License Code: GRBQBU8TGX17NRCH

Scalpers, Sports Memorabilia, and Hobby Habits We All Hide

Scalpers are wiping out retail shelves again… but that’s just the start. This week on Card Friends, we’re talking about the frustrating hunt for cards in the wild, whether sports memorabilia belongs in your living room, and a few hobby habits we probably should’ve kept to ourselves. Whether you’re deep in the hobby or just getting curious, this one’s for you. New episodes every Wednesday. A sports and trading card podcast for the casual collector. Music licensed via Podcastle License Code: AHNBPYLL0FFU9A72