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This episode focuses on growing scrutiny around PSA and its position within the hobby, sparked by a letter written by a US Senator raising concerns about market dominance and monopoly behaviour. The discussion centres on what that letter actually says, why it matters, and whether hobby participants should be paying closer attention.

The conversation then shifts to a voicemail sent in by Ryan from GemRate. This is not a listener question, but a direct response addressing grading data, market interpretation, and how GemRate views current grading trends. The hosts unpack what was said, why it was sent, and what it adds to the broader grading debate.

The episode also touches on Topps buyback programs and how incentives, grading behaviour, and market reactions are increasingly interconnected. Throughout, the discussion stays grounded in how these developments impact collectors right now, rather than speculation about future outcomes.

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In Episode 252, the conversation turns to a growing pattern in the hobby: collectors and capital circling grading companies, regrading cycles repeating themselves, and whether we’re learning anything from the past.

Russell and Adam unpack what it really means when collectors become stakeholders, how BGS and PSA fit into the current regrading narrative, and why trust, transparency, and incentives keep coming back into question.

The episode digs into:
 • collectors influencing the ecosystem they rely on
 • why regrading never seems to slow down
 • BGS vs PSA positioning in the current market
 • whether the hobby is stuck in a feedback loop
 • and what this all means for everyday collectors

A grounded discussion about power, perception, and whether the hobby can regulate itself.

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It’s the start of a new NBA season — and the hobby is heating up!

In this week’s episode, Russell and Adam dive into all the early-season hype, card market reactions, and hobby chatter that comes with fresh tip-offs. From Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren’s breakout buzz to the rise of new products and collector energy, it’s a packed episode of laughs, takes, and trends.

The guys also check the pulse of the hobby — exploring what’s exciting, what’s frustrating, and how collectors are adjusting to market shifts as the season kicks off.

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Welcome overbody to Episode 153 where you are safe from political assasination conspiracy theories and tanking Wander Franco PC stories. You will only hear here some cardboard related deliciousness.
We start off with
Caitlin Clark Blasters
Caitlin Clark sales
Other athletes with their own product.

Huge 6 Jordan Autos story
Jordan Card Ladder
The incredulous Card show theft of "2 million dollars" worth of cards
Steph Curry BGS 9.5 /10
Demar Derozen Trade   
Cade extension  five-year, $224 
Maxey 5 years 204
Cade vs Maxey
Jalen Brunson Extension
Rob Dillingham  to the wolves;
Wemby still not on card ladder
Donovan mitchell 3 years 150million
Dejounte murray
Isiah joe extension
Team USA: Leonard out, White In

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This episode we are joined by Rod Adams from Neon Trading Card and we discuss

- Rod's early hobby memories and family ties.
- Potential shill bidding in instant messenger threads
- Comparison of collecting NBA to Soccer
Find Rod breaking here: https://www.neontradingcards.com/
and a soccer group highly recommended for collectors from Rod
Soccer Cards Australia - Discuss, Buy, Trade, Sell and Razz

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Episode 151 Adam and Russell reflect on the Hobby Hangout and share some listeners stories about the HH. For a recap, click here Hobby Hangout recap.

We also discuss
PSA vending machine in vegas
Lebron extension
Adam's boys extension
PSA vs GEM grading company
1/1 choice nebula wemby pulled
Walmart marketplace
MJ eye catching sale
Jayson tatums contract extension  and Tatum extension part 2
Paul george for SGA trade recap
AJ Griffin traded

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This episode is special for a few reasons!
1. Episode 150,     2. Live at The Hobby Hangout,     3. Specials Guests Joo Foo and Al Caynes. We break down a bunch of topics this week: 
NBA Draft Takes.
- Q & A for Special:
- Reference for Fanatics alleged 'management' of memorabilia.
- Mikal Bridges Trade
- Deni Trade
- Wolves move up the board
- OG resigned   
- Dan The Card Man: Flow Lines
- PSA graders notes

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Episode 149 : The Finals are over & we have our champion.
- Jaylen Brown gets MVP over Tatum; implications of this.
- Luka vs Tatum vs brown SCN
- Luka vs Tatum vs brown YCCT
- Tatum 1/1 Kaboom
- Stars age winning first chip, 
- Giddy trade      Giddey card ladder
- Olympics sponsorship: Will CC be named to the team.
- Spicy P extension,    Spicy p card ladder
- Monty Williams fired; owed 65 million
- Pippen 1/1,  Pippen one of one sold
- Jordan PMG Jumpman unlicensed
- Carmelo finally getting paid
- Jontay Porter Update
- Paninis future
- Fanatics collect
- PMG vs Jordan Auto
- Cameron Brink injured

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The Hobby Hangout: Melbourne June 30th!
Hobby Hang Out Tic

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Episode 148 is our NBA Finals special! Since we last recorded games 1 to 4 have transpired and we broke down every game from the on the court perspective and the hobby impacts.
Game 1;, 
Porzingis  and Luka 

Game 2;
Jayson Tatum,  Jrue Holiday Rookie cards
Brian Windhorst / Adam Amy Quote
Game 3:
Jerry West RIP,    YCCT tribute
Game 4:
Porzingis vs lively

Listener question: Anthony Milne
WNBA update, CC off team USA, CC index, CC game moved to larger venue

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Episode 147 as usual we have a full show! 
We will be live podcasting at the Melbourne Hobby Hangout!
Get your tickets here: thehobbyhangout.com.au
We run through:
Jordan 1/1 highest ever sales price
Lebron 1/1 2004 Finest Blue Super Fractor BGS 10
Luka 1/1 RPA Sale
Kobe, Jordan, Lebron 1/1
Panini Flawless Triple Logoman LeBron James card sells for $2.4 million including buyer's premium
1986 Fleer Jordan last sale

Target cracking down on resellers and pack searching and weighing
Victor Kaboom vs Edwards NT RPA /8
NBA Playoff Leaders
Derrick Jones Jnr  and Derrick Jones Jnr Rookie sales
Prizm Autos
Wemby vs Ant
Topps Chrome University
Kobe PMG
Caitlin Clark trending:
Pocket Change

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