FatPacks Podcast
372 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 64 ratingsThe FatPacks Podcast is a fun-filled, fast-paced show that brings today's collectors closer to the hobby with informative news, topical conversation, and in-depth interviews with industry leaders and enthusiasts alike.
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Episodes
EP 343 Mike Fruitman, Dave Dravecky, & Buck City Breaks
September 26, 2019 12:43 - 58 minutes - 79.6 MBOn this episode, Eric is wrapping up his coverage from the 2019 Industry Summit with show favorites Mike Fruitman and Buck City Breaks, plus newcomer Ben Beeri from Autographs 247, and the inspirational Dave Dravecky shares his story.
EP 342 2019 Industry Summit Day 2
September 18, 2019 13:10 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBOn this episode, Eric starts day 2 of the 2019 Industry Summit with longtime hobbyist Joe Davis of Got Baseball Cards. He speaks, on making memories in collecting, creative customer relationships, and shares his thoughts on the current state of the hobby. Next up is an absolute legend of the diamond, Number 6, Steve Garvey. Steve talks about his career, his baseball card collection, and more. Finally, Bart Silberman from Super 7 stops down again for another fun conversation. He waxes poetic ...
EP 341 2019 Industry Summit Day 1
September 17, 2019 14:10 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBOn this episode is Eric is on location at the Westgate Hotel for the 2019 Industry Summit. Day one coverage starts with Lionel Racing as they sit down to discuss their officially licensed diecast cars. Next, up NASCAR driver Joey Logano and Gray Gaulding shift down to tell us about being Panini spokesmen. Onyx Authenticated steps up to the plate and we wrap up with Uncanny Brands.
EP 340 Tatu & Tone Rodriguez
September 05, 2019 16:09 - 54 minutes - 75 MBOn this episode, Eric wraps up his interviews from the Dallas Card Show. First, Dallas Sidekicks legend Tatu joins the show and discusses the unbelievable championship run of the 86-87 Sidekicks and they pulled off what should have been impossible. Next, artist Ton Rodriguez sits down and shares the story of being a “bum” to working in comics on some of his favorite titles. All that, plus new products and pricing, Zion talk, and a brief Industry Summit preview, this week on The Fat Packs Podc...
EP 339 Jose Guzman, Duane Thomas, & Dynasty Breaks
August 29, 2019 14:25 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBOn this all Texas edition of the Fat Packs Podcast, Eric sits down with former Rangers pitcher Jose Guzman, Super Bowl VI Champion Duane Thomas, and friend of the show and sponsor Dynasty Breaks all live from the 4th Annual Dallas Card Show. Also, make sure you check out our wonderful sponsors at their links below. Join Badger Breaks at www.badgerbreaks.com Join Dynasty Breaks at www.dynastybreaks.com Join AIAB Card Breaks at www.aiabcardbreaks.com Check out Grand Slam Collectibles at ww...
EP 338 Dr. Beckett & Brent Scotchmer
August 22, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBOn this episode, Eric is back and forth between the studio and live from the show floor of the Dallas Card Show. The show opens with former co-host Paul Wirth stopping down from the show floor to discuss all things Wirth Collecting, the Animal Kingdom, and 24/7 Auctions. Next, Dr. Jim Beckett discusses his career in the hobby and shares his thoughts what the hobby looks like today. Finally, sketch artist Brent Scotchmer joins us all the way from Australia to discuss the projects he’s working ...
EP 337 IBreak Cards & NSCC Recap
August 15, 2019 14:48 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBOn this episode, Eric is back in the Fat Packs studio riding solo recapping The National, reflecting on 200K Downloads, and looking ahead to the Dallas Card Show this weekend. Later, Ben from IBreak Cards joins the show to talk about running breaks exclusively from Twitter, what hooked up in the hobby, and what it takes to ship next day.
EP 336 40th NSCC Day 5
August 08, 2019 14:51 - 50 minutes - 69 MBOn our final episode from the 40th National Sports Collectors Convention Eric is joined by The History Channels Pawn Stars Rick Harrison, Leighton from Vintage Breaks, Midwest Box Breaks, and Sports Card Scammers Exposed.
EP 335 40th NSCC Day 4
August 07, 2019 14:28 - 1 hour - 119 MBOn this special edition of the Fat Packs, the guys are joined by fellow podcasters About the Cards, Sports Card Nation and the Wax Pack Hero blog as we talk about what it takes to produce good hobby content. Bart Silberman from Super 7 stops down again as we get to know that brand a little better, and we cap the show with Gary Vee,
EP 334 40th NSCC Day 3
August 06, 2019 13:38 - 1 hour - 123 MBDay 3 from the 2019 National Sports Collector Convention brings interviews with DCL Cards, David Wright (not that David Wright), Memorabilia Expert Auctions, Stu Stone, and Bart Silberman of Super 7.
EP 333 40th NSCC Day 2
August 03, 2019 11:24 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBDay 2 from the 40th Annual National Sports Collectors Convention finds Susan from Topps, the Singles Club, Historic Autographs, and Tyler Murphy all on this special episode.
EP 332 40th NSCC Day 1
August 02, 2019 02:57 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this special edition of the show, Eric is live from the 40th Annual NSCC with Josh Luber of StockX, Mike Hodges from The Clubhouse, Brody The Kid, Brother's In Cards, OTIA Sports and Mike's Stadium Sports Cards.
EP 331 The Rewind Preview
July 05, 2019 16:54 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this episode, Eric is previewing a new podcast that is in the works called The Rewind. This is going to be a weekly show that will feature one or two articles from the Beckett Archives that you may have missed and possibly an interview from the podcast that is worth listening to again. In this preview episode, Eric picks up the August 2016 Vintage Collector to check out Plastic Greatness by Mike Payne, but first, he grabs the September 2018 Sports Card Monthly to have a look at Ryan Crackn...
EP 330 Sport Card Backs & Inserted
June 27, 2019 14:09 - 1 hour - 105 MBOn this episode, Eric is joined by friend of the show Kin Kinsley for their monthly stop down to take a look at inserts, this time is 2002-03 SP Authentic Sign of the Times. We run down the checklist, look at the pricing, and check out the pop report as well. Next, we have a chat about social media post where collectors announce they are "taking a break" or leaving the hobby. Finally, Andy, the mind of Sport Card Backs hops on the hotline to discuss why he thinks the info on the back of your ...
EP 329 Pastime Marketplace
June 20, 2019 12:45 - 54 minutes - 74.9 MBOn this episode, the guys are taking a look at a UPS lost shipment story that left one collector upset after his childhood collection was delivered to the wrong address. Its a conversation about tracking, sentimental value, and what "Brown can do for you". Next, a Babe Ruth jersey sold for $5.6M and we want to know what you would spend that kind of money on. Finally, Bill from Pastime Marketplace stops down to give you all the details about his graded card cases as where you grab one for your...
EP 328 Grand Slam Collectibles
June 13, 2019 15:18 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBOn this episode, Eric links up with Nate from Grand Slam collectibles as he lays out the details of how Grand Slam came to be and the dreams he's still chasing for the shop. From 1984 Fleer to live breaks three nights a week, Nate sees the big picture and knows exactly how to get there. Also, Eric shares a story about his dad as we approach Father's Day weekend. All that, plus new products and pricing, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast. Also, make sure you check out our wonderful sponsors...
EP 327 Project 55
June 06, 2019 15:10 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBOn this week’s episode, Eric is reunited with Derek Ficken bringing the show full circle back to the days of Beckett Radio. First, they give a quick preview on the Houston TriStar show taking place this weekend including a rundown of the signers who are appearing. Next, Derek is kind of reintroduced to the show for those who might not be familiar with him and he has takes on grading, the current market, and more hobby insight for collectors to think about. Finally, Tom from Project 55 joins t...
EP 326 The Warrior & Real Breaks
May 23, 2019 12:21 - 1 hour - 91 MBOn this episode, Eric was able to land two in-studio interviews with The Warrior and Real Breaks. First, Anthony, aka The Warrior jumps on the mic to share the details on a program that he is rolling out at The National this year to help serve underprivileged youth in Chicago with the help of some of the industry's biggest names. Next, Ryan and Tom of Real Breaks join the show for a breaking interview that is more than just cards. All that and more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.
EP 325 Badger Breaks & Inserted
May 17, 2019 17:12 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBOn this episode, Eric is joined in studio by Kin Kinsley to discuss 2007 Rittenhouse IRL Autographs for this months Inserted segment. Also, Kyle from Badger Breaks jumps on the show to share what it was like pulling a $25k Baker Mayfield rookie auto from NT, Badger Bucks, and he has a discount code for our listeners. All that, and much more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.
EP 324 Dynasty Breaks & Andy Broome
May 11, 2019 02:56 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBOn this bonus episode, Eric is joined by BVG Grader Andy Broome to talk grading and the Baseball Hall of Fame from the Toronto Sport Card Expo Floor. Later, Dane from Dynasty Breaks joins the show to let you know all about what they bring to the table. All that, plus new products and pricing, and an Expo review, on this bonus episode of The Fat Packs Podcast.
EP 323 Steve Rogers, Ken Reid, Brain Gray
May 04, 2019 21:05 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBOn this episode, Eric is live from the Sports Card Expo in Toronto with Expos legend Steve Rogers, Sports Net anchor Ken Reid, and Leaf CEO Brian Gray. We're talking collecting, hobby news, industry predictions, and baseball stories with three absolute legends in their own rights.
EP 322 Gary V Reaction & Pinnacle Mask
April 25, 2019 13:25 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBOn this episode, Eric is back after a break with friend of the show Kin Kinsley and they are reacting to Gary V's recent comments about the card industry and how the hobby may turn into a side hustle for newcomers. Later they are talking 93-94 Pinnacle Mask in their monthly ode to all things inserts. All that and much more.
EP 321 The Clubhouse
April 05, 2019 15:38 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBOn this episode, Eric is joined by the founder of The Clubhouse, Michael Hodges. Mike is no stranger to this show as he has been on from all over the United States, but this time he has a new and exciting website that is launching and he wants you to be a part of it. He has giveaways, promo codes, and more just for Fat Packs listeners. Hear how it all started and how The Clubhouse has grown to the community that it is now. Head to www.clubhousebreaks.com now to check it out for yourself.
EP 320 Cyril Grayson & Kin Kinsley
March 28, 2019 13:17 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBOn this episode, Eric is back after being down for two weeks and there is a lot to cover. First, Four-time NCAA champion, Cyril Grayson, stops in the studio to discuss his collegiate career at LSU and a whirlwind 72 hours that culminated in his signing in the Emerald City. Next, Kin Kinsley stops down to take a look at 97-98 E-X2001 Jambalaya. We take a look at the checklist, the pop reports, and recent sales to try and help you get a better feel for why this set is so popular. All that plus,...
EP 319 Big Shep & Sports Card Exchange
March 07, 2019 13:39 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBOn this episode, Eric sits down with Big Shep of About the Cards Podcast for a conversation that is long overdue. First, they clear the air about some misunderstandings then they get into Shep’s George Brett collection and you will find out why he’s our Super Collector of the Month. We also touch on Barry Sanders, Buster Posey, and a touching story about World Series that you don’t want to miss. Later in the show, The Sports Card Exchange’s Lou Papa stops down to talk about the current market...
EP 318 Rich Klein & Brady Buyer
February 28, 2019 15:34 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBOn this episode, Eric is joined by longtime collector and friend of the show Rich Klein to chat about what the hobby looked like back in 1989, who was hot, the products that help change the industry from the era, and the value of the base card. We also discuss his upcoming card show in March and why you should check it out if you are in the DFW area. Also, the buyer of that Tom Brady Contenders rookie stops down to explain why he did it and investing in cards. All that plus new products and p...
EP 317 Santia Deck, 90's Baskebtall Cards, & Danny Goldberg
February 21, 2019 13:59 - 1 hour - 117 MBOn this episode, Eric by Youtuber and fellow collector Jake Roy to discuss the NBA All-Star game, 90’s basketball cards, and the Panini 30 Teams in 30 Weeks Dallas Mavs roster. Next, Olympic hopeful and professional athlete Santia Deck joins the show to talk about her career in track, football, her time on Stone Cold’s Broken Skull Ranch, and what’s next as she continues to shape her core (and yours). Finally, Star Basketball collector Danny Goldberg was in studio to talk about the underappre...
EP 316 Collect Gordie & Steve Grad
February 14, 2019 14:29 - 1 hour - 114 MBOn this episode, Eric sits down with our Super Collector of the month Kevin Hachey to chat about his Sam Reinhart collection and how that lead to collecting Gordie Howe. From Buffalo to North Carolina this hockey collection is almost one of fate. But first, Steve Grad was in town for the BAS Open House as we found time to chat about the current autograph market, big names, fakes, and, of course, Star Wars. All that plus new products and pricing, my take on Transcendent, and more this week on ...
EP 315 Houston TriStar Bonus
February 09, 2019 22:31 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBOn this episode, Eric is live from the Houston TriStar show floor and there are so many firsts. In fact, this show is full of first-time interviews, first-time shows, first-time products, and first-time admissions. Ether way its a fun to be sure.
EP 314 Piece Of The Game & Josef Gotsch
February 07, 2019 19:23 - 1 hour - 92 MBOn this episode, Eric is joined by a world champion and a game changer. First up is Josef Gotsch, a world champion handballer. He's 24 and he's on top of his world who happened to collect a little bit growing up as well. Next up is Piece of the Game owner David Prince. He's about to come to market with a beautiful new product that goes above and beyond when it comes to authentication. You won't want to miss out on it. All that plus, new products and pricing, a trip to the Animal Kingdom, and ...
EP 313 Ripping Vintage Packs
January 31, 2019 14:28 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBOn this episode, Eric is talking with Brandon and Kurt of Ripping Vintage Packs. They're farmers by day and breakers by night with some of the sweetest pulls in the whole industry. Listen in as they break down what goes into splitting time between their fulltime jobs and kicking it old school with breaks that are perfect for the collector reliving his or her childhood. We also discuss the Panini NBA 30 Teams in 30 weeks as the Denver Nuggets check-in at team number 20 and I think they got th...
EP 312 Pristine Auctions
January 24, 2019 14:30 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MBOn this episode, Eric sits down with the owner of Pristine Auction, Jared Kavile, and discuss what it takes to run one of the leading auctions houses in the hobby. They also discuss Jared's time in hobby collecting, how the company got its name and the Ken Stabler personal collection that Pristine was able to auction off back in 2016. All that, plus new products and pricing, 1990 Topps George Bush, and the continuation of our 30 Teams in 30 Weeks Indiana Pacers style, this week on The Fat Pa...
EP 311 Sox Signatures & Collecting SLU
January 17, 2019 16:43 - 1 hour - 108 MBOn this episode, Eric brings you the first Super Collector of 2019 and a great way for Red Sox fans to collect autographs. First up is a Joe Curcio who is a Starting Lineup Super Collector that is just on another level. He has a museum-like collection that you really need to see to believe, but until he starts charging admission we are happy to bring him to you and the wealth of knowledge he has to share. We talk GI Joe, WWF, and the Holy Grail of collecting SLU. Next up we chat with Bria...
EP 310 Hobby Burnout With Kin Kinsley
January 10, 2019 19:13 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBOn this episode, Eric is back with the first show of 2019 and he is starting it off right with his friend and fellow collector Mr. Kin Kinsley. Together they discuss hobby burnout, what causes it, and ways to maybe rekindle the fire. Eric also has takes on health, coin collecting, and news coming from the UD Conference. All that, plus new products and pricing, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.
Props- Ali
January 03, 2019 19:31 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBOn the episode, Eric and Kevin are taking another look at 2001's Ali starring Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, and Jon Voight. Is this film a classic, find out as we take a look at all the scenes that matter and some that don't. We're going from Hollywood to the hobby, this week on Props.
EP 309 Best of Fat Packs 2018 Part 1
December 13, 2018 20:18 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar start their best of 2018 episodes with Dan Pashman. We also have takes on Mark Jackson, Google search results, and our intern makes his podcasting debut. All that, plus new prodcuts and pricing, and so much more, this week on The Fat Packs.
Props - Million Dollar Baby
December 11, 2018 13:33 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBOn this episode, Eric and Kevin take another look at 2004's Million Dollar Baby. This film dominated the Oscars with strong performances by the whole cast, but did they get it right? Find out as we take a look at all the scenes that matter, and some that don't, when we go from Hollywood to the hobby, this week on Props.
EP 308 Royals Matt & Ultra Pro
December 06, 2018 18:36 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar are bringing in a Royals Super Collector to chat about is project and Lynne from Ultra Pro joins the show to talk the 12 Days of Ultra Pro and what you have too look for from them in 2019.
Props - Raging Bull
December 04, 2018 15:19 - 59 minutes - 80.9 MBOn this episode, Eric and Kevin are taking a look at what has been the most favorably reviewed film ever featured on this podcast, 1980's Raging Bull starring Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, and Joe Pesci. This film set the template for who Joe Pesci was as an actor and put De Niro on top of the world, but is it a classic? Find out as we discuss all the scenes that matter, and some that don't, as we go from Hollywood to the hobby, this week on Props.
EP 307 Go GTS Rob Bertrand
November 29, 2018 12:52 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar are wrapping up November with the Top 5 beards in sports and comics.......well kind of, but first Eric is joined by The Voice of the Collector, Mr. Rob Bertrand, to discuss the 2nd Annual National Hobby Shop Day, end of the year awards, and much more. Don't miss it, this week on, The Fat Packs Podcast.
Props - Creed 2
November 27, 2018 13:54 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBOn this episode, Eric and Kevin are hitting the Season 4 opener hard with their first look at Creed II. This is our first ever review of a new film and it’s important for you to know there are spoilers ahead. Does this film hold up to the Rocky / Creed franchise standard? Join us as we discuss all the scenes that matter, and some that don’t, as we go from Hollywood to the hobby, this week on Props.
EP 306 Andre Dawson & Dave Schultz
November 26, 2018 13:44 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBOn this episode, we are running down the final segments from the 2018 Fall Expo with Dave Schultz, Andre Dawson, and everyone's favorite collectors David Wright and Chris Harris. Eric and Eldar are power ranking their Top 5 Thanksgiving foods. All that, plus new products and pricing, this week on, The Fat Packs Podcast.
EP 305 Hockey Card Stories 2 - Ken Reid
November 15, 2018 16:23 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar are talking collecting with Ken Reid, SportsNet host and author of Hockey Card Stories 2. It a must read for hockey collectors everywhere. They also pay tribute to Stan Lee and so much more.
Props - Brian's Song
November 14, 2018 17:08 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBOn the Season 3 finale, Eric and Kevin are taking their first look at ABC's 1971 made for TV movie Brian's Song. This film constantly ranks in the Top 5 sports films of all time, but is it as good as they say it is? Join us as we take a look at all the scenes that matter, and some that don't, as we go from Hollywood to the Hobby, this week on Props.
EP 304 2018 Fall Expo Day 2
November 11, 2018 01:21 - 1 hour - 134 MBOn this special edition, Eric is exploring all aspects of the hobby with a stand-up comedian, a distributor, a couple of hobby shops, UDA, and one unbelievable story from a member of the '66-67 Maple Leafs. Don't miss this.
EP 303 2018 Fall Expo Day 1
November 10, 2018 10:59 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBOn this special edition, Eric is live from the 2018 Fall Sport Card Expo in Toronto. He sits down with Jeff and Chris from Upper Deck to get the details on all the exciting programs they have going on this weekend and a spotlight of their new customer service program. We also have C&C courtesy of Universal and up and coming sports artist by the name of Eric Sevigny. He ends the show with friend and collector Johnny Accura as the talk collecting in Canada. Check Upper Deck here: www.upperdeck...
EP 302 Signatures for Soldiers
November 08, 2018 16:14 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar celebrate Veteran's Day with Signatures for Soldiers. We talk collecting, goals, The National and so much more. Join us as we put one of the best guys in the hobby front and center.
Props - What Carter Lost
November 06, 2018 13:12 - 52 minutes - 72 MBOn this episode, Eric and Kevin take another look at 2017's 30 For 30: What Carter Lost. In 1988 Dallas Carter was on top of the high school football world but it all came crashing down when the unthinkable happened. Join us as we talk about their story and its place in Texas high school football lore, this week as we go from Hollywood to the hobby, on Props.
EP 301 David Peck & Jet Appling
November 01, 2018 18:39 - 1 hour - 112 MBOn this episode, Eric and Eldar are wrapping up Slam-O-Ween and kicking off No Shave November. First, Eric sits down with David Peck to discuss is 1982 Wrestling All-Stars Collection as well as the very rare Rax Roast Beef set as well. Later, Jet Appling from No Shave November hops on to discuss fighting cancer, collecting, and the Top 20 Beards in Sports. All that, plus much more, this week on, The Fat Packs Podcast. Find out more about No Shave November at the link below: https://no-shave....
Props - The Last Boy Scout
October 30, 2018 12:27 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBOn this episode, Eric and Kevin are taking another look at 1991's The Last Boy Scout. Was this a great movie, probably not, but there is so much here that says it should have been. From the on-screen chemistry of Willis and Wayans to the glaring plot holes, and everything in between, this has classic written all over it. Join as we talk about all the scenes that matter, and some that don't, as we go from Hollywood to the Hobby, this week on Props.