Cards on Blast

In Episode 52 of Cards On Blast, hosts JT and "the Bird" heat things up with a packed show dedicated to the "Valley of the Sun," Phoenix, Arizona. The guys kick things off with the latest Hobby Headlines, diving into the controversial Pokémon trade drama involving singer Jason Paige, a massive $100,000 Snorlax sale, and a breakdown of the hottest new June releases and Pokémon chase cards. After hitting their signature segments—including "Crack That Pack," "What Ya Got in the Stack," and "The Dort Report"—the main event shines a city spotlight on Phoenix's iconic sports history, paying homage to franchise legends like Walter Davis of the Suns, Larry Fitzgerald of the Cardinals, and World Series hero Luis Gonzalez of the Diamondbacks.#PokemonCards #PokemonTCG #Snorlax #Gengar #PokemonCommunity #TCG #JasonPaige #ChaseCards

In Episode 50 of Cards On Blast, hosts JT and The Bird head to "The District"—Washington D.C.—for a monumental episode packed with hobby insights and sports legacy debates. The crew kicks off with Hobby Headlines, covering a crucial market update on grading data and skyrocketing PSA turnaround times alongside a deep dive into the PSA 10 Dodgers x One Piece Monkey D. Luffy promo anomaly. They also break down highly anticipated 2026 pre-orders and new drops. After stepping into the City Spotlight to rank the definitive top three athletic legends across D.C.'s professional sports franchises—anchored by icons —the show concludes with personal stash reveals in What Ya Got in the Stack, big rookie hits in Card Pull of the Week, and a massive, multi-card addition to the show's signature Lu Dort vault in The Dort Report.#CardsOnBlast #SportsCardPodcast #HobbyHeadlines #WhatYa GotInTheStack #CardPullOfTheWeek #TheDort Report #SportsCards #TradingCards #CardCollecting #HobbyNews

This episode of Cards On Blast is a heavy hitter as we head to the "Heart of America"—Kansas City, MO! 🎙️💎Join JT and "The Bird" as they break down a massive week in the hobby, from the nostalgic return of a legendary basketball brand to the current dynasty building in the NFL. We’re diving deep into KC sports history, ripping new 2026 packs, and checking in on the ever-growing Lu Dort collection.In this episode:🏀 Hobby Headlines: Topps Hoops is BACK! We preview the 2025–26 return and look back at the iconic 1989 debut. Plus, a first look at 2026 Topps Series 2 Baseball and the hidden Kobe Bryant "Easter Egg" on a 2018 Topps Now card.📅 New Releases: Your guide to everything dropping this week, including 2025 Topps Signature Class Football, Panini Select WNBA, and the high-end 2025-26 Panini Noir Road to the World Cup.🏙️ City Spotlight - Kansas City: We rank the Top 3 players of all time for the Chiefs, Royals, and Sporting KC. Does Mahomes already take the top spot? Is there any Royal greater than George Brett? We settle the debate.📈 The Dort Report: JT updates the legendary Lu Dort PC—now sitting at 113 cards! Check out the latest 1/1s and rare parallels added to the stack.🔥 Segment Favorites:Crack That Pack: We rip 2026 Topps live!What Ya Got in the Stack: Bird shows off a vintage 1990 Beckett.Where the (Bleep) Did You Find That?: The weirdest pulls from the KC show floor.

The A is in the building! 🍑⚾️🏈🏀Welcome back to Cards On Blast, your weekly home for the latest in the hobby! This week, JT and the Bird are taking a deep dive into the heart of the South: Atlanta, GA.From the legendary "Team of the 90s" Braves to the high-flying "Human Highlight Film," we’re breaking down the most iconic Atlanta cards you need in your PC.But first, the hobby is buzzing with a new movement: #NoPSAMay. Is it time to boycott grading submissions? We also get a first look at Topps Signature Class Basketball and the absolute madness of 41 Refractor parallels in new sets. Is set building officially dead?Plus, don't miss a rare 1/1 Helen Keller autograph that just shook the eBay market and our Card Pulls of the Week!🔥 IN THIS EPISODE:#NoPSAMay: Will the grassroots boycott actually change grading prices?Product Previews: Topps Signature Class, Chrome Football Case Hits, and pre-order dates.City Spotlight - Atlanta: The Top 3 must-own legends for the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Atlanta United.Trae Young Trade: What does his move to the Wizards do to his card values?Where the (Bleep) Did You Find That? The $3,500 Helen Keller 1/1.

This week on Cards On Blast, JT and the Bird are heading to the "City of Champions." We’re taking a deep dive into the legendary Boston sports market, from the multi-million dollar Tom Brady rookies to the vintage grails of Bill Russell and Ted Williams. If it wears the Red, White, Blue, or Green, we’re talking about its place in your collection.But first, we have to address the "statistical impossibility" rocking the hobby. We break down the Filthbomb Controversy: How did one breaker pull three MLB Debut Patches back-to-back in 12 hours? Is it just incredible luck, or are the cases "juiced"? We look at the 1-in-37-billion math and what this means for the average collector.In this episode:Hobby Headlines: The Filthbomb/Topps Chrome Update drama and a massive list of new pre-orders (Pristine, Midnight Basketball, and more).City Spotlight - Boston: The ultimate checklist for Patriots, Celtics, Red Sox, and Bruins collectors. We discuss why Brady’s Championship Ticket and Russell’s 1957 Topps remain the gold standards.Crack That Pack: Bird rips into Pokémon Twilight Masquerade—will he find the chase?What’s In The Stack: Bird shows off some heavy-hitting Boston bangers from his personal stash.Join the conversation: Who is your ultimate Boston GOAT to collect? Leave a comment and let us know!

🚨 EPISODE 30 ALERT! 🚨 Get ready for a monumental City Spotlight on the San Francisco (Bay Area)! This episode is packed with game-changing hobby news: Is Collectors Holdings facing an FTC antitrust probe? You won't believe the $3.17 millionprice tag on a rare Kobe/Jordan dual Logoman! We also track the hottest 2025 Topps Chrome sales, marvel at a record-breaking Cooper Flagg card, and preview all the exciting new product releases.But that's not all! We're celebrating the legends who define Bay Area sports – from Stephen Curry and Joe Montana to Jerry Rice and Willie Mays. Tune in for "What Ya Got in the Stack" and see our "Card Pull of the Week"! Whether you're a long-time collector or new to the hobby, this episode has something for every Bay Area fan!#BayAreaSports #DubNation #StephCurry #CooperFlagg #TheHobby #SportsCards #CardPull #NewReleases #HobbyNews

Is it time to move on from PSA? We tackle the biggest controversy in the hobby, breaking down the mounting accusations against PSA—from backlogs and inconsistent grading to conflicts of interest and the SGC acquisition. Don't submit another card until you hear our take on why collectors are now considering alternatives like Beckett, CGC, and the new AI-graders!💥 Hobby Headlines & Major SalesThe $1.2 Million Man: Shohei Ohtani sets a new record with a jaw-dropping $1.2M bid on his 1/1 Gold Logoman! 🔥A Comic Book Icon: An historic Batman #1 (1940), featuring the first appearance of The Joker and Catwoman, hits the block.Charity Win: Logan Paul gets sniped in the final seconds of Kabuto King’s Pokémon charity auction!The Legend Surfaces: The lost 2005 Tom Brady SuperFractor 1/1 finally appears after nearly two decades!🗓️ Release Calendar Hot Takes (12/05/2025 - 12/12/2025)We dive into the details on 2025 National Treasures (NASCAR & Collegiate Football), Topps Chrome Update Series (hello, Hideo Nomo auto!), Topps Archives, and more!Tune in for our card pull of the week, what special item Bird has in the stack, and our full deep dive into the grading world!

🔥 HOBBY HEADLINES: The historic, uncut 1951 Bowman Sheet featuring the Mickey Mantle rookie card hits auction—it's a "sports collecting unicorn"! Plus, Topps launches its new Fanatics Exclusive Value Boxes for the 2025-26 NBA season, giving collectors a budget-friendly shot at big autographs from stars like Wemby and Curry.🚨 RELEASE NEWS: We look at this week's drops (Upper Deck Premier Hockey, Bowman Chrome U Football, Panini Absolute Football) and reveal a major date shift: the 2025/26 Topps Holiday Basketball Mega Box is delayed from October 30th to November 28th, 2025!CRACK THAT PACK: Bird brings some Phoenix Football, did he get a hit?CARD PULL OF THE WEEK: See what the hosts picked up and the best card pulled!WHAT YA GOT IN THE STACK: What did the hosts pick up this week?Like, Subscribe, and don't miss the heat!Hashtags:🎯 Core Show Hashtags#CardsOnBlast #SportsCardPodcast #CardCollecting #TheHobby #TradingCards #SportsCards #CardCollectors #CollectingCommunity #HobbyTalk #CardCulture💥 Engagement + Discovery Boosters#CardBreaks #PackOpening #CardPulls #SportsCardNews #CardHunting #CollectorsUnite #HobbyHeat #ChasingHits #CardShow #CardCommunity