WaxPackHero Sports Card Minute
278 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 97 ratingsMike Sommer from the WaxPackHero blog shares all the strategies he uses to create a hobby that pays for itself. Discover how to turn one person’s unwanted cards into treasured additions to your own collection. The podcast will be a combination of both the hobby and business sides of collecting, and ultimately will help you buy, sell, and trade your way into a collection you’ll love. Hit subscribe and get ready to have some fun collecting cards!
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Episodes
Eric Norton from Beckett Live Presents - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 78
September 18, 2020 11:01 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBWhen I started the podcast, Eric Norton from Beckett was one of the first people I reached out to for feedback. Eric has been the voice of Beckett’s audio and video content for several years now, and he has facilitated some great conversations with athletes, collectors, and industry representatives. We chatted about his background and content creation both today and into the future. Follow Eric’s show Beckett Live Presents on Twitter @BeckettLive and on Youtube. Sponsor of this Podcast: ...
Putting a Value on Your Time - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 77
September 15, 2020 11:17 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBYour time is worth less (or more) than you think it is. When trying to value your time, I would suggest you need to consider Opportunity Cost, (or what else you could be spending your time on), and the harder to quantify Enjoyment Value of the activity you are considering. Join me for a discussion on this topic and hopefully it will give you a few things to think about! You can find a written version of this episode here on the blog. Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles You c...
Sorting Cards with Dr. James Beckett - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 76
September 11, 2020 10:43 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBA few weeks ago, I sat down for an hour long conversation with Dr. Beckett. We covered a variety of topics, and one of them was sorting cards, especially large collections. I thought I’d go ahead and run that part of the conversation as a separate topic! Enjoy. Sponsor of today’s episode: Underdog Collectibles You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies! Topps.com Sportlots.com eBay.com Amazon.com --- Support thi...
Update From the Million Card Shop Buyout - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 75
September 08, 2020 11:09 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIt’s been about six weeks since I completed the shop buyout and started going through the million card inventory that came with it. I also needed to merge my own show inventory with the shop inventory and do a whole scale repricing effort since so much had changed since we had a show or the shop had been open. In this episode I cover what I’ve found and what I’ve learned through the process! Enjoy. Sponsor of this episode: Underdog Collectibles You can also support the show by using th...
Brett McGrath from Stacking Slabs - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 74
September 04, 2020 11:01 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBBrett McGrath is the host of the Stacking Slabs podcast where he talks about his return to the hobby and the cards he likes to buy, sell, and collect. On his show he also discusses some of his other passions including professional wrestling and music! In this episode we discuss a variety of topics including the Indy 500, Brett’s collecting background, the source of his passion and high energy personality, his approach to content creation, and of course how we crushed TikTok with a duet vid...
Donruss Action All-Stars - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 73
September 01, 2020 10:53 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBFrom 1983-1987 Donruss released a series of jumbo cards under the Donruss Action All-Stars and Donruss All-Stars names. In this episode, I detail the evolution of this set over its five year print run. It’s a fun, affordable, oddball set from one of the classic manufacturers which is loaded with stars and Hall of Famers. Sponsor of this episode: Underdog Collectibles You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies! Topps.co...
What's the Deal with Distributors? (w/Rob Bertrand from GTS) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 72
August 28, 2020 11:18 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBDistributors play a huge role in the Sports Card supply chain. Many people have opinions about them and how they work, but very few have all the facts. That’s what we are here for today. I went straight to the source to talk with Rob Bertrand (@VOTC) who works for GTS, one of the largest Sports Cards distributors in North America. Follow Rob on Twitter @VOTC, and check out his live show at www.gogts.net. Sponsors of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles Starstock.com You can also suppo...
Paying for Hobby Content? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 71
August 25, 2020 10:45 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBIs paying for hobby content like burning money, or does it have a place in the hobby? In this episode, I cover the same topic I wrote about in my most recent blog. I break down my thoughts on the idea of paying/charging for content, what kind of content might be worth paying for, and what types you should avoid. Sponsors of this episode: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies! T...
Financial Hobby Topics with Dr. James Beckett - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 70
August 21, 2020 10:55 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBI am an avid listener to Dr. Beckett’s podcast and there are a few topics I thought we could go deeper on. In this episode I discuss several Financial Hobby Topics with Dr. Beckett! We cover the concept of being cash flow positive, the traits and characteristics of millionaires in the books The Millionaire Next Door and Everyday Millionaires, and the idea of “letting air out of the balloon before it pops”. Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Sponsors of this Episode: Underd...
Best Sports Card Blogs and Sites - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 69
August 18, 2020 11:16 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThere are tons of great online resources for hobby information. I have compiled a list a some of my favorite sports card blogs and websites and I covered several of them in this episode! The full list can be found in this article. Let me know what your favorites are in the comments below! Sponsors of this Episode: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies! Topps.com Sportlots.com...
Learning From Our Past (with Rich Klein) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 68
August 14, 2020 10:36 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBSometimes we like to think the hobby issues and topics we see today are brand new. However, many of them have been around for a while and past generations were dealing with the same things. Today I talk with Rich Klein (@SabrGeek) about some of those topics. Sponsors of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles Starstock.com You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies! Topps.com Sportlots.com eBay.com Amazon.com --- Su...
Crank the Presses? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 67
August 11, 2020 10:53 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBWhat if each sports card manufacturer chose one product from each sport to print to order all season long? This would address the high prices due to scarcity and lack of supply. It would potentially boost sales for the manufacturer while at the same time continuing to “protect” values of all the other releases due to the continued “responsible” production levels they would continue to have. I detail more of my thoughts in the episode, and I’d love to hear what you think after listening! ...
Selling on Facebook - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 66
August 07, 2020 10:40 - 12 minutes - 11 MBLike it or not, Facebook plays a role in the hobby. In today’s episode I share how I both learn and profit from using Facebook related hobby groups and Facebook Marketplace. Check it out and let me know what you think. Sponsors of this Episode: Starstock Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Going Brick and Mortar! - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 65
August 04, 2020 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBI am expanding WaxPackHero to a brick and mortar card shop in addition to my online sales! I thought I’d share a little more about how it came about and what my initial plans are for integrating the shop into everything else I do. You can also read more about it and see some pictures of my initial inventory here in this blog post. Sponsors of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles StarStock --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Stars Wars Card Conversation with Greg McLaughlin - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 64
July 31, 2020 11:33 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBToday I talk Star Wars Cards with Greg McLaughlin of the Rebel Base Card Podcast. His focus is on all things Star Wars cards and I’m excited to have a show highlighting non-sports! Follow Greg on Twitter @RebelBaseCard and check out his Podcast Here! Sponsors of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles StarStock --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
StarStock Review - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 63
July 28, 2020 10:21 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBStarStock has been a sponsor of the podcast for several months now, and with a few months experience buying and selling on the site, I wanted to spend a some time providing my thoughts on the platform. In this episode I cover my results submitting cards for sale, flipping directly on the site, and some overall takeaways on the site’s design and workflow. Sponsors of this Episode: Starstock Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackh...
Hobby Side Hustle with Big Shep - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 62
July 24, 2020 10:43 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBToday we talk with Tim Shepler (@bigshep79) about how he approaches his hobby side hustle. He has a slightly different approach and uses a few more strategies that you may find helpful as you try to create a self sustaining hobby! Follow Tim on his show About the Cards and his personal account @bigshep79. Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Connections to the Past - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 61
July 21, 2020 10:33 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBThere are things from our past that have the power to bring out vivid memories from our past. Sometimes it is a smell, sometimes a photo, a toy, or for me some of my sports cards. I hope you enjoy this walk down memory lane! Check out the written version of this episode with actual pictures of the cards I discuss! Thanks for listening. Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Expected Value in a Wax Box - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 60
July 17, 2020 11:37 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBThe price of sealed wax boxes have steadily risen over the last several years, and now we are in a situation where the “market price” of sealed boxes significantly higher that what we’ve historically seen. The current industry demand and fairly low supply are driving the prices, however those prices are also making it more difficult to profit from ripping and flipping. Rich Klein and I analyze the value of content a collector could expect to receive out of both hobby and retail packages of...
1969 Topps - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 59
July 14, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBIn July 2020, I was finally able to track down the last card I needed to complete the 1969 Topps Set. Nolan Ryan was that last card, and a fellow collector on Twitter was willing to part with his copy and we were able to work out a deal. I wrote about this set and my journey to complete it here in this blog post from earlier this year. Don’t forget to add your memories, facts, and thoughts on the set in the comments below! Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support th...
Conversation with Sooz - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 58
July 10, 2020 12:28 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBToday, I connected with hobby favorite Susan Lulgjuraj, better know in the industry as Sooz! We discussed her career progression in the industry spending time at Beckett and Topps, her lifelong passion for collecting, and what she is up to both inside and outside the hobby community! Follow her on Twitter @Yanxchick, learn more about her current company CultureFly, and check out her blog acardboardproblem.com! Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: ht...
eBay Variation Listings - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 57
July 07, 2020 11:29 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBeBay Variation Listings can drive more sales and reduce your listing fees! I use variation listings when I have multiple cards from the same set. It lets you have one listings with a drop down for the buyers to select multiple cards. In this episode I discuss the benefits and the basics you need to know to set up listings of your own. In addition, I put together this blog post on the subject, complete with step by step photos. Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Suppo...
Conversation with Ty Wilson of Breaker Culture - WaxPackhero Podcast Episode 56
July 03, 2020 12:17 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBToday I talk with Ty Wilson of BreakerCulture.com and the Breaker Culture podcast. We discuss his collecting background, the origin of the website and podcast, and the creation of the Benchclear Network! Follow Ty on Twitter @breakerculture, at his website BreakerCulture.com, and also check out BenchClear.us! Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Budgeting for Cardboard - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 55
June 30, 2020 11:21 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBHaving a plan or a budget for your sports card purchases is a helpful tool which can increase your enjoyment of the hobby. Some have a certain amount of their income set aside for card purchases. Personally, I only spend money on cards that comes from the sale of other cards. So my card budget is only limited by the amount of sales I have! Here are a few questions to get you thinking about coming up with a cardboard budget/plan of your own. What is your approach? Do you have a goal? D...
Conversation with Underdog Collectibles - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 54
June 26, 2020 12:38 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode I talk with Scott Daniel and Matt Cook. They are the owners of Underdog Collectibles, a sponsor of the show for the last several months. We discuss their collecting background, the origin of Underdog, and what they’ve learned along the way. Follow them on Twitter @udogcollect, on Facebook, and on their website www.udogcollect.com. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
3 From the 90s - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 53
June 23, 2020 11:20 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBToday we look back at three of my favorite players from the 90s! These guys dominated my collection and were the players I wanted to be in all our neighborhood wiffle ball games. I also have blog posts about these players which can be found below. Jim Abbott Scott Erickson Bo Jackson Who were your favorites from that era? Sponsor of this Episode Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Conversation with Nick Diunte - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 52
June 19, 2020 11:41 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode, I talk with Nick Diunte (@examinebaseball)! We discuss collecting, teaching, and writing about baseball and the hobby. Follow Nick on Twitter @examinebaseball and check out his website Baseball Happenings. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Investing in Sports Cards? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 51
June 16, 2020 11:35 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBWhen it comes to the topic of investing in sports cards there are strong opinions on both sides of the issue. In this article, my objective is to define the term investment, share why I feel sports cards can be considered an investment, and my preferred approach. Here is a link to the blog post version of this episode. Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Conversation with Ben Wilson (@ourtradingcards) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 50
June 12, 2020 11:15 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBToday I talk with Ben Wilson (aka @ourtradingcards) about his A’s fandom, his online persona, and his thoughts on the business side of the hobby. You can find Ben on Twitter @OurTradingCards Sponsor of this Episode: Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Fun Foods Pins - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 49
June 09, 2020 12:06 - 8 minutes - 7.55 MBSometime near the end of 1984, or early in 1985, a curious little baseball memorabilia product was released. Fun Foods Inc. from Little Silver, NJ released a 133 player set of MLB baseball buttons. They came in 36 count boxes of three button packs. Each quarter size button features a player photo on the front and the button number, position, and stat on the back. A simple but fun product for kids in the 80s. Here is a link to the full write up! Let me know what you think in the comment...
Monthly Financial Recap - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 48
June 05, 2020 11:34 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBIn this episode I give a financial recap for the month of May. I cover card sales, website/podcast revenue, and some of the key expenses I incurred over the last month. Hopefully it can serve as a reference point to what is possible buying, selling, and creating content part time! Creating a self-sustaining hobby is possible. Sponsors for this Episode: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Conversation with Ronnie Bardah - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 47
June 02, 2020 11:53 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBRonnie Bardah is a professional poker player and was recently a contestant on the TV show Survivor. However, he’s also a card collector who is currently focused on building a PSA graded 1953 Topps Set! I hope you enjoy the conversation with a new voice in the hobby community! Follow him on Twitter: @RonnieBardah Sponsors of this Episode: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Ebay Managed Payments with Chris Torres - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 46
May 29, 2020 11:29 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBToday I sat down with Chris Torres from CRTSportsCards.com. Chris has been in the eBay managed payments program as a pilot member and we discuss his thoughts on the program. We hit on what he likes about it and also some of the things that caused some disruption. Check out his site at CRTSportsCards.com and follow him on Twitter @CRT_SportsCards Sponsors of this episode: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero...
Lesser Known eBay Tips - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 45
May 26, 2020 11:26 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBThere are some things you need to about eBay that will help you save some money and generate additional sales! These have been around for a bit, and while they are popular with many collectors/dealers, I hear from people all the time who didn’t realize they existed. 1) eBay Bucks - A free rewards program that gives you should take advantage of. Learn More Here! 2) eBay Stores - Using an Ebay Store can save you money on shipping supplies, listing, and final value fees. It also will hel...
Conversation with Max Steiner of Sportlots - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 44
May 22, 2020 11:14 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBMax Steiner founded Sportlots as a side hustle about 20 years ago and has grown it to a place were thousands of customers shop an inventory of millions of cards! Listen as we talk about balancing work and family, what lessons he learned along the way, and the vision he has for the site in the coming months and years! Here is a review I wrote about the site if you want to learn more about how it works. If you’d like to help me out a bit and you don’t have an account, please consider using ...
Topps Project 2020 - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 43
May 19, 2020 11:34 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBTopps chose 20 iconic rookie cards and partnered with 20 popular artists to create a 400 card on-demand set. My thoughts on the product have evolved over time, and in this episode I share where I was wrong and where I think it’s headed. I also put together a blog post covering some stats on the set and published a full photo checklist. The article has a view of the cards organized by artist in addition to the numerical order. Let me know what you think in the comments below! Sponsors of...
Conversation with Rich Brummett "The Happy Collector" - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 42
May 15, 2020 11:31 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBRich Brummett aka “The Happy Collector” is a collector, reseller, and content creator with a focus on helping new and returning collectors get acclimated to the hobby. He aims to have a positive influence in the community and I enjoyed having a chance to get together to discuss his background and hobby goals. Follow Rich on Twitter @RichBrummett, and at his website TheHappyCollector.com. I’d really appreciate it if you helped me out by leaving a rating and review! Thanks for listening. ...
1975 Hostess - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 41
May 12, 2020 11:33 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MBMy love of oddball food issue cards is well known…at least I assume it’s well known because I discuss them all the time! In this episode I discuss 1975 Hostess, the first of a five year run of Hostess cards. You can read my full write up and see the set checklist in this blog post. Also, please take a second to hit that subscribe button and leave a rating and review for the show! Sponsors for this episode: Underdog Collectibles Starstock --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters....
A Conversation With Brent Williams (aka BrentandBecca) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 40
May 08, 2020 11:31 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBToday I talk with Brent Williams who might be better known as BrentandBecca online! Brent is one of the largest Topps breakers out there and he breaks over 100 cases of the Topps flagship products and tons of other releases throughout the year. We discuss his collecting origins, how he got started “ripping and flipping”, and how he’s grown his business to what it is today! He openly shares both the good and bad that comes from opening so much product, and has some words of wisdom for othe...
TikTok and Sport Cards? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 39
May 05, 2020 11:23 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MBIn late March I finally started creating sports card content for TikTok. At first I really didn’t see how card info would fit in, but that changed. In this episode I recap my thought process and what I’ve learned from posting videos over this first month. Bottom line: I’m blown away from what I’ve seen so far. Here’s a link to my TikTok page: WaxPackHero TikTok Sponsors for this episode: Starstock Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...
Conversation with Nick Wosika - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 38
May 01, 2020 10:57 - 33 minutes - 31 MBNick is a sports photographer based out of Minnesota who’s work has been used by Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and the New York Times amongst many others. But that’s not all, from a card perspective, I think it’s awesome that some of his photos have also been used by Upper Deck and Topps to create Sports Cards! Find Nick on Twitter @Nick_Wosika and at https://www.nickwosika.com/ Sponsors for this Show: Starstock.com Underdog Collectibles --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spot...
My Most Popular Content - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 37
April 28, 2020 11:12 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBLast week I covered the origins of WaxPackHero.com. I shared the thought process, vision, and goals I used as I launched the site. Today I cover some of the most popular content I’ve published so far. Learn what topics drive the most traffic and what the primary sources of website visitors are. Listen, subscribe, tell your friends, and then leave me a review so I can learn from your feedback! Sponsors in this Episode: Starstock.com Underdog Events and Collectibles --- Support this ...
A Conversation with Dr. James Beckett - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode
April 24, 2020 10:43 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBI had a chance to sit down and talk with Dr. James Beckett. He was the founder of one of the most well known hobby publications, Beckett Magazine. We talked about current hobby interests, the industry as a whole, and some of the lessons learned along the way. Please take a second to subscribe, tell your friends, and leave a rating and review so we can continue to spread the word! Sponsors of this episode: Underdog Events and Collectibles Starstock.com --- Support this podcast: https...
Starting WaxPackHero.com (an Origin Story) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 35
April 21, 2020 12:23 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBI regularly ask for readers to share questions or suggestions for future articles. One suggestion I received was about my thought process as I started WaxPackHero. That seemed like a great idea! While I’m no internet expert, I’m happy to share what my goals were for the site, the content strategy I rolled out, and what I’ve done to try and gain readers and listeners. If you found this helpful let me know! Sponsors of this episode: Starstock.com UdogCollect.com --- Support this podca...
Conversation with Ivan Lovegren (@WatchTheBreaks) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 34
April 17, 2020 11:29 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBToday, I talked with Ivan Lovegren aka @WatchTheBreaks! We discuss his collecting background, how he became a sports card personality, and some advice on balancing cards and family. Follow him on Twitter (@WatchTheBreaks), and watch his weekly show Go GTS Live (@GoGTSLive)! Sponsors for this show: Udogcollect.com Starstock.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/support
Where to Find Checklists - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 33
April 14, 2020 10:58 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBA listener sent me an email a couple weeks ago asking if I could discuss where to find player and team checklists. So I decided to spend a few minutes breaking down my go-to resources for set, team, and player checklists! I know you probably have some great sources of your own, so please share them in the comments or on the Facebook and Twitter threads for this episode so everyone can learn! My go to sources are: Beckett.com TradingCardDB.com Sponsors in this Episode: Starstock.com U...
Conversation with Adam Palmer - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 32
April 10, 2020 10:53 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBToday I sit down with Adam Palmer. Adam returned to the hobby in 2018 and quickly built an interest in the business side of the hobby. He launched a the Hero’s for Sale Podcast and TikTok channel to document the process of learning about the industry and building his collection. I think he brings a fresh perspective and demonstrates authentic vulnerability in his show, and I wanted to give you a chance to hear from him! Follow Adam on Twitter: @APalmerMedia Check out his Podcast as well...
Reflecting on Topps Magazine - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 31
April 07, 2020 11:56 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn 1990, Topps began producing their own full color magazine. I thought I’d spend a few minutes going back through the first couple issues and sharing my memories of the mag. I have a write up of the first issue if you’d like to see some pictures. Did you read Topps Magazine? Let me know in the comments below! You can support the show by visiting the following links to our sponsors: Starstock.com Ebay Amazon Topps --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/...
Conversation with Ryan Cracknell - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 30
April 03, 2020 12:36 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode, I talk with Ryan Cracknell (@tradercracks) about his start as a collector and a writer. We talked about what it's like being a collector in Canada, making a career as a writer, and what types of things he’s pursuing for his own collection! Take a listen and let me know what you think! Follow Ryan on Twitter @TraderCracks Read his content at Beckett.com Sponsors in this episode: Starstock --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waxpackhero/s...
Stuff I Know Nothing About - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 29
March 31, 2020 11:32 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBDon’t let the fear of the unknown keep you from growing and trying new things! A few weeks ago I was considering making a big Soccer card purchase. I don’t know anything about Soccer, can only name about 5 players, and have little to no understanding of the different leagues. I had a lack of confidence in my ability to potentially profit due being so uneducated on the sport. I ultimately decided to go for it, and I want to share what my thought process was as I made that decision. Thank...