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Ball Card Show
Author: Jason Otero, Gary LeMaster
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Join ball card enthusiasts Jason Otero and Gary LeMaster as they breakdown everything you need to know about trading cards - pulls, breaks, grading, trading, collecting, and more! The sports podcast for the sports collector.
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JT Speaks from experience because he never stopped collecting. In this episode he walks us through the different seasons he has been working in this space, and the strategies that have evolved with this ever changing market. Be ready to take notes! J.T. - @TripleCrown24
Gary and Jason Cover The PSA Disaster. Joe Wysmierski from Cut The Nonsense and Phoenix Sports Cards breaks down the IP Autograph and The LCS scene in Phoenix. Uncle Terry Shows off a real one ... Ed Reed. The Ballcard Show: Jason Otero Gary Lemaster Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com
With a return to the "Value Box" , Gary and Jason offer experience and advice for navigating a dip in the market. Is now a time to be worried? No, it's a time to be ready! Follow The Ballcard Show on socials @TheBallcardShow Full Video Episodes on Youtube @theballcardshow The Ballcard Show Gary LeMaster Jason Otero
The Ballcard Show travels to Delaware, Ohio to interview Keith Neuhart, 15 year owner of an LCS. Keith shares his journey from establishing an LCS on hope and a dream, to navigating the new climate since the fanatics accounts have arrived. Keith's Shop : www.neuhartcards.com Be sure to follow The Ballcard Show on socials @TheBallcardShow Whatnot Every Sunday Evening 4:30PM EST @TheBallcardShow Audio only versions available wherever you listen to podca...
Alex, Clever Cuban Cards, joins The Ballcard Show To debate and discuss the implications of PSA's new programs, Fanatics impact on the modern card landscape, and some lively discussion over the possible intentions of some big moves these major brands have been making. Follow Alex on Socials @CleverCubanCards Subscribe to The Hobby Handbook with Sports Cards Nonsense Follow The Ballcard Show on Socials @theballcardshow business inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com
Cubs pitcher and card collector Justin Steele joins Jason and Gary for an interview about the hobby. Clever Cuban had some rough takes that are pushed back on .... and Dr. James Beckett is normalizing shill bidding . All this and more today on The Ballcard Show. Justin Steele- @JustinSteele21 on IG Sports Cards Nonsense- www.youtube.com/ @SportsCardsNonsense Alex - Clever Cuban Cards- @CleverCubanCards Be Sure to follow The Ballcard Show on Socials ...
Put on your tin foil hat for this episode! Gary and Jason embrace all conspiracies as they discuss the Panini buyout. See full video episodes on youtube @theballcardshow Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com
Someone is convinced that Nat Turner didn't initially embrace the up charge model at PSA. Gary and Jason also open up about current changes and challenges they are addressing int their business. Is the IP market being pushed out by people paid for opening new product? Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes @theballcardshow Business Inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com
Gordy Bonker from Bonkers Cards joins for a great discussion on the vintage card appeal, scaling a card business, and brokering the sale of a '52 Mantle for over 1 million dollars. Be sure to follow bonkers cards on Tik Tok where he has a live vintage show every Sunday evening, and tune into The Gordy Bonker Show where you get podcasts. Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes @theballcardshow Business Inquiries: ballcardshow@gmail.com
Gary and Jason's Uncle Terry takes a stand against the corruption in the hobby! Last week Jason and Gary had an interesting experience with a fake downtown at a local show, and it leave them full of angsty rants for the remainder of the show. Buckle Up. Follow Uncle Terry (Uncle Terry's Vault) Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see long form video content on YouTube @theballcardshow. For Business Inquiries : ballcardshow@gmail.com
In this interview with Breaks With Kyle, Repacks take center stage. From calling out bad practices to highlighting the upside of repacks, Kyle offers the perspective of someone running a repack business. Follow Breaks With Kyle on Tik Tok! Follow The Ballcard Show on socials and see full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow For Business Inquiries? ballcardshow@gmail.com
At some point Gary and Jason have to point out the stupidity which abounds in the sports card hobby. Today is one of those days. Follow and catch all episodes in video on YouTube @theballcardshow For Business Inquiries: theballcardshow@gmail.com
This is the 3rd part of the buying series includes the rules that Gary and Jason stick by when purchasing, margins for different types of purchases, and tips for building relationships that continue to provide inventory. See full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow
In the next part of the buying series, Gary and Jason explore how they source inventory, what a "fair" deal is, and how to build a strategy around buying better. Also.....Donruss WNBA releasing at 750+ per box! Be sure to see full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow
Gary and Jason cover some foundational questions to buying right in the hobby, There are different approached for PC, flipping, or even vintage buying. Learn the right questions so you can build t he right strategy. Follow The Ballcard Show on all socials or watch full video episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow.
What happens when a show promoter goes rogue? Are customers the problem? Gary and Jason share insight and experiences from hundreds of shows to try to make sense of the temper tantrum. See full video episodes on youtube @theballcardshow
Gary and Jason break down the important factors to consider when pre-grading a card. What tools and techniques are most helpful? Save yourself the headache of being crushed on gem rates by stepping up your condition knowledge. Full video episodes on youtube or follow socials @theballcardshow
Gary and Jason select some market winners for this football season. Goldin stops an auction on a custom card, and Mahomes autos are being added into the product rotation this year. See full episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow
Jason and Gary wrestle through the gray area of the hobby - collecting vs gambling. Caitlin and Clemente Sales Pop off! PSA has a "special" Late Season Baseball Prospect Picks Follow The Ballcard Show On All Socials and See full video episodes on YT @theballcardshow.
Gary and Jason give and in depth recap of The 2025 National. The good.... the bad.... and the obnoxious influencers.... all of it. Follow The Ballcard Show on all socials @theballcardshow See full episodes on YouTube @theballcardshow



