SportsCardStruggles Podcast

EP 29- Gambles

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:16:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses some recent gambles that he's taken both in and out of the hobby. He also talks about his most recent card show setup and some wins and losses from a recent consignment order.

EP 28- Q&A with Andrew (@BlueBlood_Sportscards)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:43:00 GMT

In this episode Andrew (@BlueBlood_Sportscards) is back for a back and forth question and answer conversation with topics from the world of sports and sports cards.

EP 27- The Hobby Hype Cycle

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 05:35:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about how easy it is to fall into the hobby hype cycle and discusses what has helped him stay out of it (most of the time).

EP 26- When Patience and Focus Allows You To Make Questionable Decisions

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:35:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about two very different mail days. One, a redemption that he waited over four years to receive, and the other a card that he way overpaid for because it was a card that he needed to complete a project.

EP 25- Die-Cuts and Dr's Orders

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:17:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses some of the evolution and contributors of die cut cards within their history in the hobby.

EP 24 Inserts, Case Hits and Burnt Biscuits

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:20:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses how a recent card purchase sent him down a research rabbit hole. He shares the highlights from his findings and recalls a few core memories from his childhood. We hope that you also enjoy a trip down memory lane.

EP 23- Squished Piggies

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 05:16:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses the recent card shows that he went to as well as highlights an amazing Nashville restaurant. Then Brandon gives his tips for the National in Rosemont.

EP 22- Dabblin'

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 04:17:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about his recent consignment experience and then discusses a couple of new lanes that he is collecting in to stay more active in the hobby while waiting for other (bigger) cards to pop up.

In Memorium

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 05:07:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon pays homage to some cards that he is finally letting go of. He discusses why he decided to move on from them and reminisces on why he originally purchased them.

EP 20- PC Health

Sun, 18 May 2025 04:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about how it took a scary event to start looking at his PC, and how he's using what he learned to try and be more proactive in his hobby activities.

EP 19- For the Kids

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 05:06:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses feedback he received on Instagram about starting a collection for a small child and talks about what he's dealt with in his own family.

EP 18- Binders w/Insight from @MVPfootball Cards

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:35:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about binders and reads talking points from @MVPfootball cards about why he loves using top loader binders. Do you use a top loader binder in your collecting? Have you found it to be beneficial?

EP 17 Prep and Recap of Setting Up at My First Card Show

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 05:09:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon joins two different recordings, one before and one after setting up at his first card show. You will get an idea of what went in to prepping for the show as well as what he learned from his first dealer experience.

EP 16- International Flava w/ @fortheshoe28

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 06:25:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon takes the show out of the US, where he talks to Canada's own, Andrew. They share some stories and different points of view in this fun conversation.

Shoutouts

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 04:07:00 GMT

In this episode, Brandon talks about a couple of Instagram accounts that he has been enjoying.

EP 14- Be Water

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 04:12:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon answers a couple of listener questions, talks about a trade that he made and then discusses how he's trying to take Bruce Lee's advice and "Be water"

EP 13- Overextended

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 04:48:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses what he went through while acquiring his biggest card to date.

EP 12- Hitting the Reset Button w/@RobertM_Cards

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 04:05:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks with Robert, @RobertM_Cards on IG, about why he recently hit the reset button on his collection and what he's doing to try and avoid finding his self in that situation again. They also discuss Robert's 19 year chase of the 2005 Zenith Z-jersey set.

EP 10- Stack Pages and Whatnot w/@Budget Friendly Cards

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 04:50:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks to Matthew, @Budgetfriendlycards on IG. They talk about Matthew's first National experience in Cleveland, running a stack page and streaming on Whatnot and dip into some of Matthew's favorite PC cards.

EP 9- From Cleveland With Angst

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 16:33:31 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about his experiences at the 44th National in Cleveland.

EP 8 Remodeling How You Take Your Cards to Shows

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 16:32:57 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks about changes he has made in his approach to taking cards to shows after discovering useful new hobby products.

A Fun Conversation and Plans for the National with @Iowa_Dave-Sportscards

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 04:20:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks with Dave, @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards, about different ways that he collects to tell stories about his favorite players. They also discuss plans for the National and talk about how experiences last year affected plans.

EP 6 Looking Back As I Branch Out

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 14:24:18 GMT

In this episode Brandon reflects on his collecting journey as he branches into a new collecting lane.

EP 5 Sometimes You Teach, Sometimes You Learn with @MJS_sportscards

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 04:15:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks to Mark, @MJS_sportscards, about collecting under a large umbrella and having cards that tell your story.

EP 4- Koo Runnings with @KingoftheKoo

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 05:30:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks with Matt, @KingoftheKoo, who is a Younghoe Koo supercollector. Matt shares some fantastic stories and highlights why our hobby is so great.

Soak It All In

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 05:37:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses his hobby goals and shares his advice for new collectors in the hobby.

Origins

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 05:05:00 GMT

In this episode Brandon discusses his journey in the hobby.

TTM with MGPhenom

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 14:10:50 GMT

In this episode Brandon talks with Matt, @MGPhenom, to learn about the TTM process, his collection of gold /10 cards and doing trades with people he's met online.