Send us a text Episode 240 of You Can’t Comp This is packed with hobby buzz, NBA chatter, and on-the-road stories. Russell checks in live from San Antonio, sharing tales from his U.S. trip — including a first-hand look at Victor Wembanyama’s explosive play — before diving into the latest hobby headlines. The guys break down the massive $10 million Wondershine purchase of the Jordan–LeBron dual Logoman, debating whether the market’s high-end bubble is sustainable. They also revisit Panin...
Send us a text In this Timeless Moments episode, Russell and Adam dig into one of the darker sides of the hobby — market manipulation. From shill bidding on eBay to inflated comps, they break down how sellers can game the system and what that means for collectors. The discussion covers alleged practices tied to mega-sellers like Probstein, the risks for buyers, and how platforms like eBay and PSA play into protecting (or failing to protect) the community. The guys also speculate on Probstei...
Send us a text In this episode of You Can’t Comp This Podcast, Russell and Adam take the pulse of the hobby and dive deep into some of the biggest stories shaping the card market right now. We start with the Wondershine Index and what it really says about card values — from million-dollar grails to the pitfalls of hype. Then it’s onto PSA’s new Slab Review program, fees, and the opening of their German office. The guys also cover some eye-popping card sales — from Scottie Pippen’s surge...
Send us a text In Episode 237 of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz break down a huge week in the hobby: Oz Nationals Recap: The highs, lows, crowded aisles, and standout pickups. From Pokémon to NBA grails, what worked and what needs tweaking for next year.Panini Signings: Who’s putting pen to sticker? We run through the latest autograph deals and what they could mean for collectors.Hobby Movement: Market index trends, card ladder data, and why sales are climbing back toward pre-COVI...
Send us a text Body: In this week’s episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adam are joined by Alvaro O’Hehir from Fast Break Trading Cards. We talk about the huge year he’s had — from organising CollectFest Melbourne with Topps to preparing for Macau. Alvaro shares shop stories, lessons learned in prospecting, and why Pokémon and One Piece are taking over cabinets. Then, we shift gears to Caitlin Clark. With her injury sidelining her season, what happens to the value of her cards? Fro...
Send us a text In this Timeless Moments episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz dive deep into the state of the hobby with fresh data, collector insights, and a few laughs along the way. Topics include: Target projecting trading card sales could hit $1 billion next year, while Walmart reports a 200% spike driven by Pokémon, Magic, and sports cards.The balance between retail and hobby boxes — accessibility, affordability, and the flipping culture that comes with it.The rise of Po...
Send us a text In this week’s episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz cover a huge mix of hobby stories and NBA news. We start with Caitlin Clark’s season-ending injury and what it means for her card values, the WNBA market, and the collectors who’ve invested big. From Prism silvers to $35K RPAs, are buyers about to get burnt? Then it’s onto Kawhi Leonard and the under-the-table contract speculation that has echoes of the Joe Smith scandal in Minnesota. Salary cap circumvention,...
Send us a text This bonus episode of You Can’t Comp This completes the three-part crossover series with Andrew Lewis and Dan Shea from the Three Old Guys Talking Ball podcast. The spotlight is on the greatest centers in NBA history, with a spirited draft that pits Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s unstoppable skyhook, Shaquille O’Neal’s dominance, Bill Russell’s unmatched championship pedigree, and Wilt Chamberlain’s staggering records against one another. The discussion balances sharp basketball a...
Send us a text In this episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz are joined by collector Oyvind Holen for a massive breakdown of the Kobe/Jordan Logoman sale that smashed records at $12.9 million with buyer’s premium. We dive into the sale’s impact on the hobby, whether cards are now seen as an “asset class,” and what this means for Kobe, Jordan, and the next generation of stars like LeBron, Curry, and Jokic. Oyvind also shares his incredible journey completing the 2015–16 Light B...
Send us a text With co-host Russell still on holiday, Adam welcomes back Andrew Lewis and Dan Shea from Three Old Guys Talking Ball for part two of their all-time NBA draft series. After last week’s debate on guards, this episode shifts focus to the greatest forwards in league history. Andrew kicks things off by selecting LeBron James, praising his unmatched longevity and statistical dominance. Dan follows with Tim Duncan, highlighting his quiet consistency and legendary defensive prese...
Send us a text Russell is on vacation this week, Adam invites his friends from the pocast "Three Old Guys Talking Ball" on to the show for the first of a three part series picking the greatest players of all time Check out Three Old Guys Talking Ball at the below link https://open.spotify.com/show/57hQYBWkffwG2aSjFbx8YJ?si=259d5db83f5b4405 “The guys debate the greatest NBA guards of all time, from Jordan and Magic to Kobe, Steph, and beyond—who makes the ultimate list?” Ad...
Send us a text This week Adam and Russell break down some NBA news: What is the chances Russell finally get's to meet his greatest PC only player?? Schofield to the cairns taipans We finally see some justice for the WNBA incel cartel D thrower arrested & kaden lopez arrested: Remember these faces...... - Kobe down town, and 2012 Kobe - The big boi of the show: Steph 1/1 2014 Prizm - Jayson Tatum mojo - Heritage auctions, checkup - Tyson Beck x Gia...
Send us a text In this week’s You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz hit the offseason hard: – Who are the smart hobby buys while the NBA sleeps? – Marcus Morris makes the case for being hobby-relevant – well, maybe. – Gilbert Arenas: forgotten superstar, forgotten cardboard? – Why the current lull might be your best opportunity to pick winners. – Plus: hobby stories, speculation strategies, and that one time Arenas forgot the rules... and the law. Whether you're p...
Send us a text In this follow-up to our first Timeless Moments episode on fake Panini seals, we dive into the hobby’s reaction — and it was LOUD. Russell and Adz break down community feedback, share insights from Sports Card Nonsense and Instagram, and ask the tough questions: Is resealing cards in fake Panini one-touches fraud?Are we the problem for valuing seals too much?And is “raw” really raw if it was once in a PSA slab?We also hear from the community, including some surprising confessio...
Send us a text This week on You Can't Comp This, Russell and Adz dive into the big headlines shaking the hobby: – The sudden resignation of SGC CEO following PSA’s acquisition – was it voluntary or a corporate casualty? – A $660,000 sale for Caitlin Clark’s 1/1 Flawless card – hype or long-term value? – Summer League MVP chatter: is Filipowski a legit spec or just the next dollar-bin special? – Jonathan Kuminga wants a bag from the Warriors – but has he earned it? &nbs...
Send us a text This week we dive into the growing scandal surrounding fake autographs in the sports memorabilia world – sparked by MisterMancave’s post, investigated by Boston Card Hunter, and responded to by PSA/DNA's Steve Grad. We break down: The alleged $500 million fake auto marketWhy buying from China, Japan or even Australia might be riskyThe challenge of identifying post-market signaturesPSA’s silence: what does it mean?Our take: how this affects collectors, especially in the ca...
Send us a text In this Timeless Moment, Russell and Adz dive deep into a growing concern: fake Panini seals being applied to cards — and the ripple effect it's having on trust within the hobby. Is it really "normal practice" to reseal cracked PSA slabs with Panini stickers before reselling them? We talk about transparency, collector ethics, and why this issue affects both seasoned veterans and new collectors alike. We also touch on Veriswap, dodgy Downtowns at CollectFest, and what resp...
Send us a text This week’s episode dives into the wildest news from both the NBA and the Hobby: 🏀 Topps Now Cooper Flagg hype 🔥 Norman Powell to the Heat 🤕 Isiah Jackson, Wiseman, and Deandre Ayton discussions 💰 Lakers reportedly sold for $10 Billion 🔍 PSA graded fake card fiasco – eBay certs & decertified slabs 🎰 Malik Beasley gambling debts, Rozier cleared 💼 Big contracts: • Chet – 5 years $250M • Jalen Williams – 5 years $287M • SGA...
Send us a text We’re back from Melbourne Collect Fest with a special collab featuring @The_Hobby_Podcast! In this week’s episode: 🏀 Desmond Bane traded 📝 SGA signs massive extension 🧠 Coaching carousel continues 🔁 Porzingis & Jrue to the Blazers 💸 Naz Reid gets paid 🚪 Masai Ujiri & Raptors part ways 👋 Dame waived, Myles Turner to the Bucks?! 🔧 Nuggets begin the retool 🎯 Pelicans drop an unprotected pick for Derik Queen 🇦🇺 Four Au...
Send us a text This week we break down Games 6 & 7 of the NBA Finals—Thunder take the chip, but Haliburton’s injury changes the tone. We talk SGA’s 8/27 Game 7 stat line, and how Jalen Williams + Chet stepped up. Is the Pacers’ core legit? What comes next with Turner chasing $30M per year? Plus: hobby watch on Hali, SGA, Nembhard, and Ben Sheppard. In the back half: 👑 WNBA Royalty 1/1 💰 Pokemon theft and Gamestop scandal 🔥 Huge hobby sales: Steph, LeBro...
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Guys love the show but as a 6ers fan if you think giving up the no 3 pick and PG for KD is a good trade you have rocks in your head. Philly need to be eyeing next season as a bell weather on whether Embiid can reach back to near prime. The no. 3 pick gives us a chance to get a jump on a rebuild, along with Maxey, McCain and Grimes. A 37 yo KD isn't going to help Philly unless Embiid can play a reasonable number of games. It's a poor trade for us!