Because I'm Carlos

This week, the guys go through the usual segments, then venture into a quick rundown on Carlos' Sports Weekend, followed by a further discussion of a record $9100 Modano Shield card sale and it's implications. Lastly, they have a quick discussion on some Expo considerations for a new attendee with the show just around the corner.Agenda:- Comments from last week (9:05)- Silly Card of the Week (18:41)- Pickups (26:15)- Carlos recounts his experience watching the Packers beat the Steelers and "The Darkness" (43:24)- He continues on to discuss watching World Series Game 2 at the pub (49:25)- The $9100 Mike Modano Shield Sale from Ultimate (1:12:13)- Talking some tips for first-time Expo goers (1:59:52)Eric's visit to the  @4CollectorsForCollectors  live to discuss the Shriner's show:https://youtu.be/qd2FvsQnGrsThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/qd2FvsQnGrsLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Eric is stuck waiting in line for Boston Red Sox tickets for the 1987 season since Day Light Savings confused him (plus he's had a LOT of concussions), so Brandon and Carlos convene on this podcast episode.Topics include the silly card of the week (6:22), Carlos explaining his mounting frustrations with ePack and the distribution of cards (13:56), a discussion on consolidation based on Carlos' recent sort of the Brett Favre collection box and some of the considerations (54:15). Lastly a quick talk on if the number of parallels is a positive or negative based on a recent discussion brought up by NEO cards and Comics' video (1:21:51). @NEO_Cards_Comics video on parallels referenced:https://youtu.be/gf595CZ8lms?si=i5AujFLzK9kaZnj8Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/v6v7VeatsxULink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast Disclaimer: The channel is partnered with AMG Collectibles

*Originally February 18, 2025*Mix of topics as usual as the guys have the silly card of the week segment off the top, followed by feedback follow-up on a recent conversation Carlos had on the channel (11:44). This leads to a discussion on the vintage vs modern recent debate, collecting what you want, finding that lane, and embracing it, with a stopover on the current state of gambling and what people can do to get started in the hobby (23:38).Then at the end, Carlos throws in a rundown and overview of the Hobby Hustle Documentary he watched this past weekend (1:29:47).Conversation with WadeBoggsFan from this weekend:https://youtu.be/Sc3xjZuD8Xg?si=GPvXdoYtCUSem0JkSports Collectors Daily article on the Documentary:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/sports-card-documentary-hobby-hustle-explores-the-good-and-bad/Hobby Hustle Trailer Video:https://youtu.be/GsclcFrDsA8?si=_mYWF7OQNMNtIIvKInterview with the Director of the Hobby Hustle Documentary referenced:https://youtu.be/SbeNUh6UjJA?si=9-Mwjbd75ypVWjIlThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/BiKTMWB3iPELink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast Disclaimer: The channel is partnered with AMG Collectibles

*Originally Aired Jan 20, 2026*On the cusp of the Conference Championship games, the guys discuss the usual segments and then Eric gets his moment to proclaim his Patriots "fandom."Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:47)- Silly Card of the Week (12:28)- Pickups (29:02)- BIC Adjacent Playoff Picks & Discussion (38:50)- The Guys Discuss Updates to the Upcoming "Collectors Supershow" (1:06:37)- Brief Discussion on Content being stale lately, and AI Thumbnails running amo (1:32:34)Links mentioned:Official site for the Collectors Supershow:https://collectorssupershow.com/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://www.youtube.com/@BICWrestlingSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/X2R9kN_SdjELink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

*Originally Aired Jan 13, 2026*Back with some storytime, updates on collabs, a new Upper Deck announcement, and more terrible NFL picks.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (3:20)- Carlos discusses "Cardboard Cynics" collab (4:28)- Silly Card of the Week (9:51)- Pickups (16:31)- Storytime with Carlos (19:18)- UD announces full "debut" jerseys coming to new releases (34:25)- The Guys recap Wild Card Weekend and make more horrendous picks (52:48)Links mentioned:Episode 1 of "Cardboard Cynics" on  @DansVintageBaseballPC channelhttps://youtu.be/NnB55Qzw11Q?si=9yZ1yw7odYIEEAZ_Upper Deck to Launch NHL Game Jersey Debut Card Program from Sports Collectors Daily:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/upper-deck-to-launch-nhl-game-jersey-debut-card-program/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/LRR8YRbuwlwLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

*Originally Aired Jan 6, 2026*First Pod of the year required a double dose of caffeine as the last week of the NFL resulted in a descent into madness.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:13)- Silly Card of the Week (7:06)- Pickups (13:30)- Reviewing the NFL Playoff Bracket, Plus Predictions (16:58)- Some guesses on the potential card implications of the playoffs (46:38)- More foolishness to finish the episode (1:15:38)Links mentioned:Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/6C3Q-WQpaQkLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

*Originally Aired December 30, 2025*This week contains some of the usual segments, and a year in Review of 2025, along with some initial thoughts on 2026.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (1:04)- Silly Card of the Week (2:25)- Pickups (12:21)- Sports Card Anonymous Returns to YouTube & Strongsville News (31:20)- 2025 Year in Review (46:38)- Outlook/Plans for 2026 (1:27:55)- Eric & Brandon get to talk up their NFL Teams (1:36:45)Links mentioned:Ray Bourque Charity site:https://bourquefamilyfoundation.org/ @Sportscardsanonymous  channel:https://www.youtube.com/@Sportscardsanonymous @BaseballCollector  video on the Strongsville Show moving:https://youtu.be/0TV7vW5h38E?si=E19C6cy80MZ8DdoXRecent live on the  @b1gscott35  channel:https://www.youtube.com/live/ADb9_nrTCDo?si=ZntWKGBlDnozSCBcThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/SXDzRk_JB8sLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!

*Originally Aired December 23, 2025*The guys are back with the usual segments, while Eric has his own "Flu Game" or whatever his version is.Agenda:- Viewer Comments (4:21)- Silly Card of the Week (11:38)- Pickups (20:21)- CGC unveils new "Tallboy" Holder (26:58)- Ken Goldin entertains us all (36:08)- No new Snype updates (43:36)- COMC Slowdown continues and brings Questions (47:24)- Hobby Resilience in these trying hobby times (1:08:28)Links mentioned:CGC announces the new Holderhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DSlIRZ8EpYE/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/L6vyDtvGs7wLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!

*Originally Aired December 15, 2025*In a surprise move, PSA's parent company, Collectors, announces it will acquire Beckett.Agenda: Beckett being bought. Why? No Seriously, why?Thanks to  @simon466cards  for joining in on the discussion.Links mentioned:Collectors Press Release:https://www.collectors.com/company-announcementVideo from YouTube sending TAG cards in for regrading:https://youtu.be/LC1Vr2Y4j94?si=ltvROAbcq9Iw97dwBrian Gray Podcast Episode:https://youtu.be/Ub3Ne2u8aqo?si=zx5PTJxrCEcun0eiThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/0eqrypfNo0oLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Following up on Carlos' most recent video, the guys discuss the role of the "influencer" and what, if anything, they should do with the platform afforded to them.Agenda:- Video Comments (2:55)- Silly Card of the Week (17:04)- Pickups (25:19)- Main Topic: Responsibility of Influencers (33:25)Links mentioned:Video from NEO that led to the conversation:https://youtu.be/H3hdUS_xiL8?si=XeR2DGxxsjl7oD9aMy original video discussing the topic:https://youtu.be/jqMTpWMiomsThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/vT_NoxDXPQILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

After all the recent controversies and drama in the hobby, this week's episode gets back to basics, while questioning why resilience seems to be in such short supply.Agenda:- Silly Card of the Week (6:09)- Pickups (13:10)- Quick diversion on the idea of resilience in dealing with "news" in the hobby (24:00)- Brandon's adventures with COMC shipping and "Restoration" Dilemma (38:10)- Discussion of the new UD "The Cup" Release and price inflation impact (56:44)- The New Topps Chrome Basketball and the return of the Reverse Dutch Auction (1:25:04)Links mentioned:Sports Collectors Daily Article on Snype and their coverage:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/rick-probstein-snype-shut-down/Conversation from the Second Channel with Billy from UD:https://youtu.be/gjj_mBp0GJY?si=WZyR3yq-PQ5pKPDvThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/T5_SVTrdZdkLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Live stream episode of BIC 155Agenda:Links mentioned:Discussion with Dan on the  @4CollectorsForCollectors channel on Sunday:https://www.youtube.com/live/cnWWkmN9j58?si=Ec3U8sx9m35qxPtgSnype Alleged Shill Bidding UPDATE - Future of Probstein Consignmentshttps://youtu.be/lBKRgKhAtPQ?si=7gM3QeGC1ZUzPsURCllct Article on Probstein going back to eBay:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/rick-probstein-returning-to-ebay-after-failed-attempt-to-start-own-platformWeb Design Museum Page for AuctionWeb/eBay:https://www.webdesignmuseum.org/gallery/ebay-1996Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/qgYBdpaKU0kLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Back on a regular episode, Carlos introduces some "Coles Notes" for the recent Shill bidding controversy involving Beckett and the various twists and turns.From there, a quick breakdown on Rob Veres from Burbank Sports Cards, providing an update on the Beckett Sports Card Insights podcast on his exclusivity deal with Fanatics and what has been going on since that announcement at the Previous National.Lastly, the discussion shifts to hobby plans for the remainder of 2025.Agenda:- Comments from Last week (2:00)- Silly Card of the Week (4:05)- Pickups (11:28)- Carlos' "Coles Notes" (22:43)- Rob Veres on the Beckett podcast (1:04:53)- Our Remaining 2025 Hobby Plans (1:15:17)Links mentioned:SCD article on PWCC being banned from eBay over accusations of shill bidding:https://sportscollectorsdigest.com/news/pwcc-marketplace-shill-bidding-accusation-ebay-restrictions-sports-cardsBreakdown on the channel of Part 1 of the PRyan Beckett conversation with  @DansVintageBaseballPC :https://youtu.be/9pqsbbfCDFoMy Breakdown of Beckett's standalone shill bidding episode responding to the backlash received:https://youtu.be/BstLuUnNkJQSports Card Auction Houses- The Fine Printhttps://youtu.be/qnLt_HBbM1c?si=sB3urKY6Ft7CY4S0A Buyer's Guide To The Auction Houses: Buyer's Premium, Extended Bidding, & More from  @3D80sKid 's channel: https://youtu.be/AOj2NcDBYMA?si=mX2sedhekg6SGVZGMile High Card Company rules referenced:https://www.milehighcardco.com/rules.aspxBeckett Insights Episode with Rob Veres of Burbank Sports Cardshttps://youtu.be/ajvQg_Zc6KI?si=g5X8vk2UhiIbVKdEThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/C4K6_us_6NULink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Everybody is back from the 2025 Toronto Sport Card Expo, so we thought another live to debrief was in order.Agenda:Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/kolKLotVi2wLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Going live for the last pod before the 2025 Toronto Fall Sports Card Expo, which is not in Toronto...Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights Episode referenced: 1453 - Shill Shocked, with Patrick Ryanhttps://youtu.be/p5ZTcNwc7Nc?si=qchv3hDMPM-ECGxvAgenda:Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/dWY-TqxzyRQLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

For Episode 150, we're doing it Live!Agenda:General Hobby Talk & ALCS Game 7 WatchalongThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/a62MsVrBy18Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

A "record" Luka Private sale and a recent bounty post led the guys into a few discussions beyond the usual segments.Agenda:- Comments from last week (4:40)- Silly Card of the Week (15:40)- Pickups (24:20)- In the first mini-topic, the guys discuss the recent announced "Private" $4.7 Million sale of a 2018-19 Flawless Luka Doncic Rookie Logoman Auto 1/1. Specifically, they touch on the concept of the private sale, the issues of relative value and other general thoughts. (37:17)- Then lastly, the discussion carries over to bounties with a recent GP Sports Cards bounty for 2024-25 Ultimate Hockey Shield cards being the basis of looking at those further. (1:11:05)SCI IG post on the Luka sale:https://www.instagram.com/p/DPtfgmukTeZ/?img_index=1GP Sports Cards Instagram post with the bounty:https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcVBj4EUtt/Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/M2l9-Cw605ELink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

With no solid main topic this week, the guys ended up having more fun with the regular segments.Agenda:- Comments from last week (18:07)- Silly Card of the Week (27:56)- Pickups, including one live during the podcast (48:39)- Carlos does a music review of the latest Matthew Good EP, as referenced on the Friday Live this week (1:30:20), and then the guys conclude with general foolishness (1:45:47).Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/NZsTQgIXX5ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

After an extended intro where we learn that Carlos overspent on Blue Jays playoff merch and doesn't want to talk about the past, the regular segments begin, including comments (10:11), Silly Card of the week (15:13), and Pickups (28:47) where Brandon shares stories about attending Michael Taylor's final game.This then shifts into a brief baseball conversation with the upcoming start of the playoffs, with even Eric chiming in on the role of rivalries (1:04:41).Then, in the main topic, noted consigner on eBay, Probstein announced that he is going to stop selling on eBay as of October 23rd, 2025, opting to launch his own "snype" platform (1:25:32).Episode of Puck Junk podcast referenced:https://youtu.be/Xn0FqyxK8NM?si=dydQfnRoWPtWKbukCllct article on Probstein's new "snype" platform:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/power-seller-rick-probstein-leaves-e-bay-to-create-own-platformThanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/6KpdLj8EnhQLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

After the regular segments of Silly Card of the Week (6:10), Comments (15:08), and Pickups (24:16), the guys have an open-ended discussion on the classic question: What constitutes a grail in Sports Card Collecting? Can there be more than one? What needs to be in place for something to qualify? (41:52)Live episode from 1916 Company referenced:https://www.youtube.com/live/hIdbfhgkgXo?si=MGnJsWQC7j-HR9S9Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/LdOMWq2ALygLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast