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Episode 36: Second Chances
May 1, 2026
1h 09m 29s
Episode 35: 1/1 Cards
Apr 26, 2026
1h 14m 43s
Episode 34: Value and Popularity Discrepancies
Apr 17, 2026
1h 06m 49s
Episode 33: Collecting What You Hate?
Apr 10, 2026
59m 36s
Episode 32: 2000s Inserts
Apr 3, 2026
59m 45s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/1/26 | Episode 36: Second Chances | This week we discuss what we would change if we got the chance to redo our hobby existence. What would we do if we went back in time with the vast wisdom and experience we've gained, or jump in for the first time in the 2026 collecting climate. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 09m 29s | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | Episode 35: 1/1 Cards | This week we discuss our favorites 1/1's, our least favorites, and if 1/1's are actually worth the prices we pay for them. We also answer a bunch of questions that came in from our IG poll asking the community about their thoughts on 1/1 cards. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 14m 43s | ||||||
| 4/17/26 | Episode 34: Value and Popularity Discrepancies | There's no doubt that there are "tiers" of cards: products, brands, parallels, and more. But is the discrepancy too much? Should the gap be as big as it is? We talk about that and more in this weeks episode. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 06m 49s | ||||||
| 4/10/26 | Episode 33: Collecting What You Hate? | In this episode we talk about cards we have in our collections that often don't fit our usual collecting habits. Whether that be from players we respect who play on teams we hate, or cards from team rivalries that are needed for sets. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 59m 36s | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | Episode 32: 2000s Inserts | This week we talk 2000s inserts. Which are the best? Worst? Do any standout for other reasons? How do they compare to other eras of inserts? Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 59m 45s | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | Episode 31: The Case for Topps | It’s no secret that we’ve all been critical of Topps’ return foray into basketball cards. Nearing the six month mark since retrieving the card license, Joey builds the case for Topps, trying to convince Steve that Fanatics has done some good with the licenses. Ryan and Adam, who will be absent this week, will be the judges of how we did. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 09m 19s | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | Episode 30: State of the Hobby | This week we share our thoughts on the current state of the hobby from our varying perspectives, current trends we like or dislike, and what the future might hold for the space. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 11m 11s | ||||||
| 3/15/26 | Episode 29: Multi-Player Cards | This week we talk some multi-player cards. Do you like them or not? Are they better fits for memorabilia, auto, or neither? When does it work and when does it not? We throw some baseball and football cards into the mix too! Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 09m 55s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | Episode 28: ABA Cards and Legacy | Last month, a docuseries was released on Amazon Prime Video titled "Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association" discussing the ABA. This week we talk about ABA cards, players, and the lasting legacy of the league. | 1h 01m 26s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | Episode 27: Non-Gold Refractors | Everyone loves gold refractors, and rightfully so. But let's table those for now to focus on all the other kinds of incredible refractors out there. Base refractors, XFractors, Black, White, Blue, even Tacos and Frozens if you like. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 06m 29s | ||||||
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| 2/20/26 | Episode 26: Unlicensed Cards | No team names or logos, unique designs and memorabilia. Typically cheaper than licensed cards. We discuss the unlicensed cards we own and our thoughts on them in general. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 53m 39s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | Episode 25: All-Star Cards | It’s All Star Weekend! We talk everything All Star themed cards and sets as well as discuss the past All Star events we remember watching. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 04m 10s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | Episode 24: Trade Deadline Day! | The NBA trade deadline was Thursday 2/5, and it's time to hang out and discuss how trades and player movement affect our collections and approach. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 08m 13s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | Episode 23: Collecting Nostalgia | We've all got stories of our collecting past as kids. Whether you grew up during the junk wax era, the introduction of inserts and parallels in the 90s, or the memorabilia and autograph boom of the 00s, there's likely memories attached to that period of our collecting lives. We collected, and maybe even traded, with siblings and friends...probably beating up those cards in the process. Join us to look back at our childhood collecting pasts and consider how that has influenced our collecting presents! Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 18m 02s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | Episode 22: What Else Do You Collect? | We all have the collector's gene. This week we discuss what we collect outside of basketball cards. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 10m 29s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | Episode 21: Putting a Bow on the Selling Talk | After a really engaging and interactive conversation last week, we keep the ball rolling with the selling talk. Looking at the pros and cons of the different selling platforms, talking about the consignment process and options, and bringing trading into the mix. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 11m 20s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | Episode 20: Selling Cards and Its Role in Our Collecting | What? Isn’t this a collectors hangout? That’s right, but we sell cards too! Sometimes, at least. In this episode we share our thoughts, offer tips and insights into selling cards and its role in our collecting journey. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 08m 15s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | Episode 19: New Year’s Hangout | Happy New Year! In this episode we reminisce about 2025 and our favorite pickups and hobby experiences from the last twelve months. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 05m 34s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | Episode 18: The Smorgasbord! | We received a bunch of topics for our IG followers. Everything from showing off binders to how we allocate hobby funds. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 15m 53s | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | Episode 17: Overrated or Underrated? NBA Legends Edition | In what may be a contentious hangout, we're talking about which NBA legends we feel or over or underrated. Steve and Joey think Kobe is overrated. They disagree about Steph Curry. Where do you stand? Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 05m 09s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | Episode 16: Card Organization and Storage | In this week’s episode we share the various methods we use to store and organize our collections. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 00m 25s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | Episode 15: Share Your Flawless Cards! | In this week’s episode, we dive into everything Panini Flawless—from its debut in 2012–13 to the latest (and possibly final) 2024–25 basketball release. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 59m 28s | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | Episode 14: Holiday Wishes | Tis the season! We’re kicking off the holiday season talking about what we’re hoping for hobby wise this year. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 03m 54s | ||||||
| 11/8/25 | Episode 13: 1948 Bowman Basketball | We talk all things 1948 Bowman, first pro basketball card set!Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 1h 03m 50s | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | Episode 12: Mail & CardHobby | We share stories about some cards we recently picked up and discuss the Chinese auction platform CardHobby. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout | 58m 08s | ||||||
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