The Probstein Controversy Explained In Minutes | What Collectors Must Know

SUMMARY

In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Bryan Ludden discuss recent controversies in the trading card industry, including shill bidding and the "snipe disaster." They share personal stories about card deals, highlight the use of technology like the Luxe app for scanning collections, and analyze market trends for players like Patrick Mahomes, Caleb Williams, and Drake Maye. The episode also covers the excitement around new Topps Chrome Basketball releases and updates on Ryan’s upcoming shop opening, offering insights and humor for collectors at every level.

TAKEAWAYS

• Recent controversies in the trading card industry, including the "snipe disaster" and shill bidding on eBay.
• The impact of technology on managing collections, specifically the use of scanning apps like the Luxe app.
• Discussion of specific trading cards and players, including Patrick Mahomes, Caleb Williams, and Drake Maye.
• Market dynamics and fluctuations in card values, particularly for popular players.
• The diversity within the trading card hobby and the various micro-hobbies that exist.
• Insights into the sales and performance of trading cards, including notable sales and auction strategies.
• The challenges faced by collectors and investors in the current market.
• The excitement and unpredictability of ripping packs and the potential for significant finds.
• Plans for a new trading card shop and its upcoming soft opening.
• The importance of community and personal experiences in the trading card collecting journey.
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Trading Cards & Collectibles Podcast is your front-row seat to the stories, strategy, and live action across the entire collectibles universe as the home for the hobby on the Radcast Network. Cards, kicks, vintage, digital collectibles - if it has a story or a market, we cover it. Hosted by marketing disruptor and creator Ryan Alford, each episode blends real market news, on-air pack rips, honest product reviews, and conversations with athletes, investors, creators, and hobby influencers. We even take it live on eBay, selling what we pull so you can follow the journey from pack to purchase.

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