Rough Cuts: Vintage Hobby Talk

Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets), Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy) & Nate (@incardboardveritas) discuss The Hobby, with a vintage focus, on a YouTube Live recorded November 10, 2024.The guys are joined by special guest and super-collector, Luke (@Bleeckerstreetcards on IG). Clearly an old soul, Luke tells us about his collecting history & his diverse, eclectic PC. The guys then talk about the “right size” for a card collection… and related themes. How many is too many? How many is not enough? Storage, memory, clutter, slabs counts, sub-collections, 9-pocket binders, treasure boxes, and other topics are discussed & debated. The episode wraps up with the guys each sharing some key/fun recent pickups & closing thoughts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy), Nate (@incardboardveritas) & Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets) discuss The Hobby on a YouTube Live recorded September 8, 2024.The guys discuss 4 main topics:1. Nate leads a discussion on the recently-discovered spectacular 1961 Fleer Wilt RC… best example in existence?2. Matthew gives some Hobby shoutouts and the guys discuss passion for cards and recent great card content. 3. “Baby Got Back” is a rapid-fire countdown of 12 vintage card backs, and thoughts on why each is interesting & significant. 4. The episode concludes with key recent pickups & closing thoughts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets), Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy), and Nate (@incardboardveritas) discuss vintage sports cards and The Hobby on an Instagram Live recorded May 27th, 2024.The guys discuss Bill Walton's passing on this day, a new 1914 Cracker Jack pickup, and a recent LCS visit. They swap stories about their vintage card collectors roots & origins - how they came to be vintage card super fans. The Rocking the Boat segment takes aim at the much-hyped '84 Star Jordan card, questions the delirium surrounding serial-numbered 90's cards, and makes a case for John Havlicek. They warp up with some card show & tell and closing hobby thoughts. Give us a listen and let us know what you think!Episode Outline:IntroductionVintage ShowcaseVintage Collector Origin StoriesRocking the BoatRecent Mail Days and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets), Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy), and Nate (@incardboardveritas) discuss vintage sports cards on an Instagram Live recorded March 17th, 2024. The guys recap hobby experiences since the last live in February and learn about Matthew's Showcase Spectacular with Bleecker Trading, Nate's challenges with PSA and his signed Kareem RC, and Jonathan's green card deep dive inspired by St. Patrick's Day. The guys take a hard look at "influencing" within the hobby, both the positives and the negatives. The Rocking the Boat segment explores underrated and overrated with the hobby and this time the focus is on hobby activities and hobby venues. They finish up with some vintage card highlights. Check it out! Episode Outline:IntroductionRecent Hobby ExperiencesCan being "influenced" be a good thing?Rocking the BoatVintage Showcase and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets), Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy), and Nate (@incardboardveritas) discuss vintage sports cards on an Instagram Live recorded December 17th, 2023.Episode Outline:Introduction and UpdatesVintage ShowcaseScuba Gear - Deep dive on recent Congressional Gold Medal recipient Larry DobyRocking the Boat - underrated and overrated in vintage cardsConclusion - card trees and final hobby thoughts for 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nate (@incardboardveritas), Jonathan (@sportscards.and.sunsets), and Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy) discuss vintage sports cards on an Instagram Live recorded November 12th, 2023.Episode Outline:Intro: Rough Cuts is born!Vintage Card SpotlightHobby HighlightsHobby LowlightsRocking the Boat : Underrated and Overrated in Vintage CardsModern Card SpotlightMail Day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nate (@incardboardveritas) and Matthew (@1956ToppsGuy) discuss vintage sports cards on an Instagram Live broadcasted on September 9th, 2023.Episode Outline:Random Satchel Paige discussionHobby HighlightsHobby LowlightsModern Card SpotlightVintage Card SpotlightNew Hobby DirectionsNew Pickups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.