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Ted's Basement

70 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -

Trading Card Entertainment, Tips n' Tricks, and Special Guests. 

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#54 Ai Artwork, should trading card games be worried?

February 24, 2023 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.46 MB

Why I feel artwork has value when created by a human vs artificial Intelligence. Just my personal opinion, tell me what you think on my YouTube channel or Discord, links at tedsbasement.com Support the show

#53 Factors for a Successful TCG Business

January 24, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MB

What are some factors that indicate higher or lower chances of a TCG becoming a successful business? Support the show

Learning from the TCG Hype Bubble Popping in 2022

January 06, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Learning from the TCG Hype Bubble Popping in 2022 Support the show

#52 Learning from the TCG Hype Bubble Popping in 2022

January 06, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Learning from the TCG Hype Bubble Popping in 2022 Support the show

#51 The Trading Card Game Hobby Is Evolving, Here's Where I Think It Will Go...

December 27, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Let's talk about the concept of a Boutique TCG that is alive and well. Where enough fans are dedicated enough, love the product enough, and the game creator is smart enough to print a low enough quantity, that the game can survive this way and be profitable. These are my thoughts of what a Boutique TCG is. Let me know if you agree in the comment, can Boutique TCGs exist? what is your idea of what a Boutique Trading Card Game is? JOIN MY DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHW...

The Trading Card Game Hobby Is Evolving, Here's Where I Think It Will Go...

December 27, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Let's talk about the concept of a Boutique TCG that is alive and well. Where enough fans are dedicated enough, love the product enough, and the game creator is smart enough to print a low enough quantity, that the game can survive this way and be profitable. These are my thoughts of what a Boutique TCG is. Let me know if you agree in the comment, can Boutique TCGs exist? what is your idea of what a Boutique Trading Card Game is? JOIN MY DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHW...

#50 What's in your Basement?

December 19, 2022 18:00 - 11 minutes - 7.73 MB

https://www.tedsbasement.com/ Support the show

#49 The Metaverse Potential Future

December 15, 2022 17:00 - 5 minutes - 4.12 MB

Its a bit scary Support the show

#48 Hasbro Fireside Chat with Wizards of the Coast

December 09, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

The after math and my reactions and opinions after hearing the Hasbro Fireside Chat with Wizards of the Coast Support the show

#46 The Truth About Trading Card Games

September 15, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

The Truth About TCGs Support the show

#45 MetaZoo Game Strategy LIVE with Easton Evans and MetaKhai

August 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

MetaZoo Game Strategy LIVE with Easton Evans and MetaKhai Support the show

#44 MetaZoo Roswell The Return Home LIVE with EpicTubeHD

August 04, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

MetaZoo Roswell Experiences from EpicTubeHD Support the show

#43 Live with Gary King Pokemon

July 11, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 121 MB

Live with Gary King Pokemon Support the show

#42 MetaZoo State of the Market July 2022 LIVE with Argos and Metamahan

July 07, 2022 18:00 - 2 hours - 107 MB

State of the Market July 2022 LIVE with Argos and Metamahan Support the show

#41 Deck Building Strategies with World Champ Easton Evans

June 30, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

#41 Deck Building Strategies with World Champ Easton Evans You can support my podcast by submitting a review to your favorite podcasting app, becoming a patron, or subscribing to my YouTube channel. Links to my Patreon and Discord are on my website at tedsbasement.com Thank you everyone for your support! Support the show

#40 TCG Tuesday with Argos Talking MetaZoo

June 22, 2022 17:00 - 4 hours - 169 MB

Video Podcast available on YouTube at Ted's Basement. #40 TCG Tuesday with Argos Talking MetaZoo. Video link: https://youtu.be/i2Ro2Bgxsfo #metazoo #tedsbasement Support the show

#39 Talking D-Spirits with Team Member Malcolm

June 10, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Also available on YouTube as a video podcast. Great discussion with Malcolm from D-Spirits and ThaStormPod. Trading card Games, TCG, Podcast. Support the show

#38 Kohdok Ends MetaZoo Friendship

June 07, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Kohdok is a content creator with over 50k subscribers and just ended his friendship with MetaZoo. Let's talk about why, and I'll share my opinion about how this affects the game (or doesn't). JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr BECOME a PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop MY EBAY STORE: https://www.ebay.com/usr/tedsbunker ALL MY LINKS: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show

#37 MetaZoo Market Analysis May June 2022 | Future of The Game

May 20, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Let's review some data for MetaZoo's core product line (the booster boxes from the core sets) and talk about what it means to me and my opinion of the future for MetaZoo. Share your opinions folks, this is not a one-sided community, I want to hear everyone's thoughts! BECOME a PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement (FREE) JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop  Support the show

#36 False Hype on Kickstarter TCGs, What You Need To Know...

May 20, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.05 MB

False Hype on Kickstarter TCGs, What You Need to Know... BECOME a PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement (FREE) JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop  Support the show

#35 The TCG Market is Warming Up, Be Prepared...

April 25, 2022 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MB

The TCG Trading Caerd Game Market is Warming Up, Be Prepared for what to do during a bounce back. How to handle hype and fear. JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr BECOME a PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop MY EBAY STORE: https://www.ebay.com/usr/tedsbunker ALL MY LINKS: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show

#34 Sorcery TCG Part 2 with Erik Olofsson

April 05, 2022 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

PART 2 - Sorcery Contest Realm TCG. Journey from the beginning, explore what's happening now, and look into the future with Creator Erik Olofsson. This episode is on video, watch on my YouTube Channel Ted's Basement. Support the show

#33 Sorcery TCG Part 1 with Erik Olofsson

April 05, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

Sorcery Contest Realm TCG is hype for good reason. Creator Erik Olofsson has proven success, he talks Gameplay, Business Strategy, and Art in this Interview and review during the Kickstarter phase. PART 2: https://youtu.be/lcQ1JP9eKfU Support the show

#32 Game Creators in Competition

March 29, 2022 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MB

Should game creators focus on beating their competitor or on beating themselves.  Support the show

Game Creators in Competition

March 29, 2022 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MB

Should game creators focus on beating their competitor or on beating themselves.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#31 Let's Get Real, there are Tons of New TCGs, Here's What I'm Doing to Navigate Them...

March 15, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.44 MB

There are Tons of New TCGs right now, here's what I started doing to decide which ones to get into. JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr BECOME a PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop MY EBAY STORE: https://www.ebay.com/usr/tedsbunker ALL MY LINKS: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#30 Recommendations for Your Next Collect-A-Con

March 13, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

The Collect-A-Con Experience, Recommendations, Observations, to help you plan and have the best experience.  JOIN THE DISCORD COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/ZvHUtvHWhr Support the show

#29 Argos and Ted Taking MetaZoo, DSG Grading, Pokémon, Market Disruptors, and more

March 10, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Hang out with Argos and Ted at Collect-A-Con while discussing MetaZoo, TCGs, Grading, Business, Market Disruptors, DSG, Secret Pokémon Reps, and other fake topics. :)  ‎@Argos Anonymous. Join my Discord community for free, get the link on tedsbasement.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#28 Dream Book's 1st Booster Box and Set Epic Adventures Vol 1 with Creator Philip Siegel

March 08, 2022 16:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

#28 Dream Book's 1st Booster Box and Set Epic Adventures Vol 1 with Creator Philip Siegel Join my Discord community for free, Links on https://www.tedsbasement.com/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#27 Don't Let Money Spoil Your TCG Collection

February 21, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.33 MB

Don't Let Money Spoil Your TCG Collection, Do This Instead... Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#26 Is MetaZoo Gameplay Required for Success?

February 18, 2022 20:00 - 7 minutes - 5.26 MB

Is MetaZoo Gameplay Required for Success? Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

Good and successful TCGs are not always the same thing

February 17, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Good Trading Card Games are not always successful, and vice versa.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#25 Good and successful TCGs are not always the same thing

February 17, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Good Trading Card Games are not always successful, and vice versa.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#24 MetaZoo Launched a 2nd Kickstarter, Let's Watch It Unfold Now...

February 01, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MB

MetaZoo Launched a 2nd Kickstarter, Let's Watch It Unfold Now... Playing Cards are coming... Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#23 When Products Go Below MSRP, This Happens..

January 29, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.06 MB

We will analyze the MetaZoo Play Bundle and decide is it worth it? This bundle is the results of underperforming products being bundles by resellers. But doing so has turned it into a great deal. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#22 Don't Sleep on MetaZoo's PHD Chupacabra Promo, Here's Why...

January 27, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MB

Here is why you should not sleep on the MetaZoo PHD Promo card, special differences with Cryptid Nation 1st Edition, market analysis, older printing style, and more.  Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement MetaZoo, Dream Book, and my exclusive items available in MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop  Loved the video? Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TedsBasement All My Links: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/te...

Don't Sleep on MetaZoo's PHD Chupacabra Promo, Here's Why...

January 27, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MB

Here is why you should not sleep on the MetaZoo PHD Promo card, special differences with Cryptid Nation 1st Edition, market analysis, older printing style, and more.  Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement MetaZoo, Dream Book, and my exclusive items available in MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop  Loved the video? Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TedsBasement All My Links: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/te...

#21 MetaZoo's Craig Takiguchi and Chadtronic alter the course of the company, Here's How...

January 20, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MB

MetaZoo's Craig Takiguchi and Chadtronic alter the course of the company, Here's How... Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement Loved the video? Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TedsBasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop All My Links: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show

MetaZoo's Craig Takiguchi and Chadtronic alter the course of the company, Here's How...

January 20, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MB

MetaZoo's Craig Takiguchi and Chadtronic alter the course of the company, Here's How... Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement Loved the video? Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TedsBasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop All My Links: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

What is D-Spirits? How it all began with Creator Sterling

January 17, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Discover D-Spirits TCG with its creator, Sterling, and Ted from Ted's Basement. Let's explore the game's pre-history, storyline, trading card game, cartoon, rules, mechanics, card types, and more. Chapter Navigation: 00:00 D-Spirits Interview with Sterling 00:40 Pre-History, Before the Trading Card Game 10:45 Transitioning to Game Creator 15:22 The Story of D-Spirits 19:49 Character Interactions in Gameplay vs.  Cartoon 23:04 D-Spirits Comic? 24:02 Current and Future Products 30:19 Rules ...

#20 What is D-Spirits? How it all began with Creator Sterling

January 17, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Discover D-Spirits TCG with its creator, Sterling, and Ted from Ted's Basement. Let's explore the game's pre-history, storyline, trading card game, cartoon, rules, mechanics, card types, and more. Chapter Navigation: 00:00 D-Spirits Interview with Sterling 00:40 Pre-History, Before the Trading Card Game 10:45 Transitioning to Game Creator 15:22 The Story of D-Spirits 19:49 Character Interactions in Gameplay vs.  Cartoon 23:04 D-Spirits Comic? 24:02 Current and Future Products 30:19 Rules ...

#19 MetaZoo Cryptid Nation 2nd Edition has Tanked, It's a GREAT Thing, Here's Why...

January 06, 2022 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.48 MB

MetaZoo Cryptid Nation 2nd Edition Tanks Below $100, It's a GREAT Thing, Here's Why.  Want to support for the long-term? Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement Loved the video? Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TedsBasement MY SHOP: https://www.tedsbasement.com/shop  All My Links: https://allmylinks.com/tedsbasement Podcast Available On These Apps: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Hniey6cvKUB6e5mhUjghZ iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tal...

Part 2 - Titan TCG with Mike Fernandez

January 03, 2022 01:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

This is Part 2 of the Titan Series of episodes with Mike Fernandez the creator of the Titan trading card game. We talk more about the game, card types, rarity, available products, and Mike's Vision for the game.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#18 Part 2 - Titan TCG with Mike Fernandez

January 03, 2022 01:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

This is Part 2 of the Titan Series of episodes with Mike Fernandez the creator of the Titan trading card game. We talk more about the game, card types, rarity, available products, and Mike's Vision for the game.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

#17 Part 1 - Titan TCG with Mike Fernandez

December 29, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Let's talk about Mike's background prior to starting Titan, and what prompted him to create the mage. Also listen to PART 2 coming soon.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

Part 1 - Titan TCG with Mike Fernandez

December 29, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Let's talk about Mike's background prior to starting Titan, and what prompted him to create the mage. Also listen to PART 2 coming soon.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

NFTs, Real vs Copied - Highlight Clip Bonus Episode

December 26, 2021 14:00 - 5 minutes - 3.62 MB

 NFTs, Real vs Copied. This is a highlight clip taken from a full Episode on my YouTube channel found here: https://youtu.be/WkAGIH1S_kc Support the show

#16 Rudy Promo Market Analysis Dec 2021

December 23, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 5.78 MB

Rudy Promo Market Analysis and Observations Dec 2021 Support the show

#15 Polywog TCG - PART 3 with Keven and Ted

December 22, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Learn Polywog Card Symbols, stages of evolution, and more with Keven and Ted. This episode is available in video on my YouTube channel Ted's basement.  This episode available as a video podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q4ApUGB6N2U Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

When Nothing is Special - Bonus Highlight Clip

December 21, 2021 21:00 - 2 minutes - 1.55 MB

Sneak Peek into the show, sample bonus clip. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/tedsbasement)

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