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Author: Joshua Johnson

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Cardboard Chronicles is a podcast dedicated to the basketball trading card hobby and all the unique collectors that make it up. The basketball card hobby is comprised of a strong community of collectors with amazing stories. I'll sit down with other collectors each week to talk about their collections and discuss various topics around the hobby. We'll talk about why they collect what they do and the cards they're passionate about.
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CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 76with Dustin (@ljrookiecardvault)In this episode I'm joined by fellow LeBron collector, Dustin. Dustin has been involved in the hobby since the early 80s and has collected Jordan and recently switched to LeBron rookie cards. Each card in his collection has been carefully selected over time. He uses a small network to obtain cards he wants and maintain strong friendships in the hobby.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chro...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 77with Rob Gough (@robg)In this episode I'm joined by Rob, successful actor, producer and investor to discuss his recent purchase of the most expensive sports card in history, the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle PSA 9 for 5.2 million dollars. Rob tells us his history with collecting, where he would like to get involved in the hobby going forward and what improvements he think can be made.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronic...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 75with Christian (@lememe_james)In this episode I'm joined by the man behind the lememes, Christian. He tells us the inspiration behind his memes, his origin story of collecting and how he thinks his memes bring balance to a hobby filled with investing content.Check out CARDLADDER.COM for the most accurate sports card price guide on the internetINSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronicles-2311897025747781/Learn how to bui...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 74with Kyle (@kmc_cards)In this episode I'm joined by 17 year-old Kyle. Kyle recently got back into the hobby this year and has been hunting for undervalued sets and SSP cards that he believes will grow in value so he can flip up into higher end cards. He gives advice to younger collectors and how to get help from bigger Instagram accounts.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronicles-2311897025747781/Check out CARDLADDER....
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 73with Corry (@cards2see)In this episode Corry and I discuss the sports card market and it's current downturn. Corry tells us what types of cards will never go down in a bear market. He has experience with the cryptocurrency market life cycle and finds parallels with sports cards.Check out CARDLADDER.COM for daily updated pricing on all sports cardsINSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronicles-2311897025747781/Learn how to...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 72with Adam Lefkoe (@adamlefkoe and @lefkoecards)In this episode I'm joined by a special guest coming straight from the sports world with the icons at TNT, Adam Lefkoe. Adam is the host of NBA on TNT and has recently jumped into the card collecting and investing world. We discuss things he's learned so far, how he got started through Gary V and he tells amazing stories about the athletes themselves that he interacts with.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: h...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 72with JoshIn this episode I'm joined by hobby veteran Josh. Josh brings decades of experience to collecting and tells us what he's seen over the years and how he's navigating this current market with higher prices and what cards he thinks will last long term. He collects all sports and has vast knowledge on all things. Listen carefully for his great advice.CARDLADDER.COMThe stock market of cardsINSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ca...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 71with Tyler (@tylersportsguy)In this episode I'm joined by the legendary tylersportsguy from Instagram. Tyler has one of the biggest followings on IG for his sports card memes. We discuss his take on the state of the hobby and how he'd liked to see things change. We look at his rare football collection and discuss what inspired him to collect his whole life.CARDLADDER.COMThe stock market for sports cards. Sign up today.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: ht...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 70with Jak (@sunsfan8)I want to start bringing on more football collectors and fellow Arizona fan Jak fit the bill to kick things off. Jak is a super collector of Larry Fitzgerald and all things Arizona Cardinals. We talk about what it's like collecting players that aren't popular or "investable". Jak has a passion for game worn jerseys so we discuss the difference between that and player worn and what Panini can do to make improvements.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chron...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 69with Peter (@sgcgrading)Peter, the President of SGC Grading Company, returns to talk about their recent explosion in growth since our first interview. I ask Peter why their turnaround times have slipped so badly and what he plans to do to fix the problem going forward. You don't want to miss this.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesBe sure and sign up for CardLadder.com to track your collection's value daily!Learn how to build the collection of your dreams with our ...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 68with Andy (@ballcardxchange)In this episode I sit down with card shop owner, Andy from Indy Card Exchange. Andy and I discuss the current state of the hobby for a card shop owner and how he's enjoying the boom. Andy stresses the importance of education in the hobby and welcoming new collects and investors alike.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronicles-2311897025747781/CardLadder.comLearn how to build the collection ...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 67with David (@riverfrontcollectibles)In this episode David and I discuss tips for new collectors coming into the hobby looking to make moeny. We talk about how becoming a true collector can help you most in the long run and finding enjoyment in the cards themselves.Check out CardLadder.com the newest daily sports card tracking tool. Stay up to date with all the daily trends and prices in sports cards online.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.fa...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 66with Matt from Slabs (@myslabs)In this episode I'm joined by one of the founders of MySlabs, Matt. MySlabs is a platform to buy and sell sports cards without the crazy fees of eBay and with much better protection. This should be the future of buying and selling sports cards. We have outgrown eBay as a hobby. Matt explains the vision behind the site and the future plans for growth.INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chroni...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 65with Jerod Mayo (@jerod_mayo51)and Andy (@fifthdownsportscards, @prizmgold)In this episode I speak with a professional athlete, Jerod Mayo. Jerod was a former All-Pro linebacker and team captain alongside Tom Brady with the New England Patriots. Now he's a defensive coach for the Patriots. I'm also joined by Andy, a well known high-end sports card collector. Andy and Jerod recently purchased several extremely high-end Exquisite Logoman cards from a private colle...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 64with Peter from SGC (peter@gosgc.com)Today I'm joined by Peter, a director at the sports card grading company SGC. SGC has seen massive growth in the last month and are now becoming a viable 3rd option to grade cards. We get to hear directly from the source at SGC and learn how grading works behind the scenes. Peter was also kind enough to give all my viewers a one time coupon for 15% off your order that is good through THIS SUNDAY ONLY!COUPON CODE: JOSHCCINSTAG...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 62with Ryan (@RbiCru7)In this episode we discuss owning a sports card store in 2020. Ryan discusses what it takes to be successful running a sports card store including having a strong online presence. Ryan and his team are very active on Instagram. We also discuss changes he's made during the pandemic and how things are stronger than ever. Bonus, he shows us his LeBron James autograph collection! INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 61with Chase (@crhymes23)In this episode we discuss Chase's entrance into the hobby recently. Chase has been focused on obtaining cards that he dreamed of as a kid. He has a background in business so he brings a unique perspective to the hobby and how he believes it can flourish over the next few years. Chase gives some great tips for collectors to contribute individually to the success of the hobby!INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.co...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 60with Donald (@psaorangediamonds)In this episode I'm joined by military veteran Donald. Donald speaks about his passion for the game of basketball and his love of the NBA and its history. He has spent the last few years meticulously building a collection of his top 50 NBA players by NBA Award categories which he calls his Diamond Collection. He collects high grade PSA rookies of all these players and is slowly building it over time. INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chr...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 59with MikeI was joined by Mike today and if you're looking for him you won't find him. He has zero social media accounts and does all his collecting through eBay. Mike talks about diversity in collecting and not just focusing on one player or one era or even one sport. Mike collects anything and everything from Hockey RPAs to vintage baseball Jackie Robinson.We also discuss the forgotten era of sports and cards with the big man in basketball. There are lots...
CARDBOARD CHRONICLES EPISODE 58with Geoff of Sports Card Investorhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk9zL0UlZ28uS7tlcguSLQgIn this episode we discuss Geoff's rise in the sports card content community, cards that he's investing in right now and he even tells us his grail card. He's launching an exciting new app this week that he's announcing on the show as well!INSTAGRAM: @cardboard_chroniclesFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Cardboard-Chronicles-2311897025747781/Learn how to build the collecti...
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