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Join Tyler and Finn Tarver as they recap their autograph hunting experience at a recent Atlanta Hawks game! Find out which players signed for them, interactions with NBA stars, and what to avoid when asking for autographs.
Timestamps:
0:07 – Welcome & Intro with Finn
2:58 – Struggles with autograph hunters ('Book Boys')
5:48 – Dyson Daniels signing experience
7:32 – Caris LaVert game-winning signature story
12:08 – Awkward shoe comment to Onyeka Okongwu
14:38 – Clint Capela interaction
16:12 – Trae Young signs the shoes!
20:21 – Finn's biggest takeaway & pizza shoutout -
🎙️ Sports Cards Are Dope is diving deep into the rarest grading phenomenon in the hobby—the No PSA 10 Club. These are cards that have been graded thousands of times with zero perfect 10s. Why does this happen? Could we ever see one break through? Let’s talk about it.
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🎙️ Sports Cards Are Dope is diving deep into a nostalgic classic—Backyard Baseball! Turns out, Pablo Sanchez and the crew now have official trading cards. Is this the start of a major 90s sports revival? Let’s break it down!
⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Why Backyard Baseball Still Matters02:15 - What Made Backyard Sports So Special?05:40 - How Nostalgia is Fueling the Sports Card Market09:10 - The Pablo Sanchez Rookie Card & Its Value12:30 - Backyard Sports’ New Trading Cards – Are They Worth Buying?15:20 - How 90s Brands Can Successfully Make a Comeback18:45 - Will We See a Backyard Sports Video Game Revival?22:00 - Final Thoughts & Why Nostalgia Always Wins -
How I Stole Steph Curry’s Powers (True Story!)
🎙️ In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler and Ezra Tarver share their crazy experience at a Warriors vs. Grizzlies game, where they met Steph Curry, got his autograph, and then watched him have one of the worst games of his career! Coincidence? You decide… 👀⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Meet Ezra01:15 - How to Get to NBA Games Early & Get Autographs03:50 - The Moment We Saw Steph Curry07:30 - Security Tried to Kick Us Out?!10:45 - Ezra’s Emotional Moment & A Kind Stranger Saves the Day12:50 - The Exact Moment Steph Signed the Ball14:40 - Did We Steal His Powers? (Space Jam Moment)16:30 - How Ezra Made $85 Trading Sports Cards18:50 - Final Thoughts & Why Sports Cards Are Dope -
Which Golden State Warriors players are the friendliest when it comes to signing autographs? My daughter Ezra and I went to a Warriors game and put their autograph etiquette to the test! Some players showed love, while others completely ignored us. 🤯
🚨 Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & Special Guest: Ezra Tarver!
2:30 - The “NAH FAM” Tier (Players Who Ignored Us) 😤
5:20 - How One Player Got TRADED After Snubbing Fans 👀
7:00 - The “Autopilot” Tier (They Signed… But Didn’t Care)
9:45 - The “Real Ones” Tier (True Fan-Friendly Players!) 🔥
12:30 - Ezra’s Wild Takes & Middle School Energy 🤣
16:45 - Final Thoughts & Warriors Autograph CultureDid we get it right? Let us know your experiences with these players in the comments!
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📢 Welcome to the Sports Cards Are Dope Podcast! Today, I'm sharing my 3 biggest tips for running a sports card booth at a flea market or antique mall. Whether you're thinking about starting one or looking to improve your sales, these insights will help you avoid common pitfalls and maximize profits.
🔹 Timestamps:
📍 0:00 - Welcome & Intro (What’s up, Chicken Nuggets!)
📍 1:30 - Background on my flea market booth setup
📍 2:55 - Tip #1: Theft is real—protect your high-value cards
📍 6:35 - The crazy ways people have stolen from my booth 🤯
📍 9:50 - Tip #2: Know your audience & lean into what sells
📍 11:45 - Why Pokémon outsells sports cards (wild, right?)
📍 13:00 - How to package & price your mystery packs
📍 15:30 - Tip #3: Have variety—cards, collectibles, and more!
📍 18:20 - My best flea market flips (jerseys, stuffed animals, & VHS tapes?!)
📍 22:00 - Recap + How much I actually make from my booth💬 Want more sports card content? Let me know in the comments or DM me on IG! And if you enjoyed this, drop a like & subscribe! 🙌
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The WNBA Prizm boom is here, and for the first time ever, it’s outselling NBA Hobby! 🚀 What’s driving this market shift? Is Caitlin Clark the LeBron of the WNBA? And why are haters looking softer than a PSA 2 card? 😆
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro – WNBA Hobby boxes are breaking records 📈2:05 Why is this happening? – The rise of women’s sports cards5:02 Caitlin Clark Effect – Generational hype or real deal? 🏀🔥10:15 The Market Shift – Why the demand is skyrocketing14:30 The Hater Section – Why some people just can’t handle it 🤡19:46 Final Thoughts – Is this the future of the hobby?👀 Join the conversation! Drop a comment: Do you think WNBA cards are here to stay?
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🎙️ SGC vs. PSA vs. BGS—who wins? Tyler breaks down 5 reasons why he loves SGC and why YOU should care about your grading choices!
⏳ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro – Why People Ask About SGC02:45 SGC vs. PSA – Why It’s Not About Hate05:12 Reason #1: Fastest Turnaround in the Hobby!09:30 Reason #2: Simple, No Upcharge Pricing12:45 Reason #3: Clean Black Slabs Make Cards Pop16:00 Reason #4: Best Customer Service in the Hobby?20:15 Reason #5: More Accurate Grading than PSA?!25:40 Final Thoughts & Your Favorite Grading Company? -
🎙 Ranking NBA Players by Kindness: Who Signed My Stuff & Who Ignored Me?
Ever wondered which NBA players are the nicest when it comes to signing autographs? In this episode, I break down my Sacramento Kings autograph experiences, ranking players from super cool to "nah, bro, I'm good" 😅.
⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: Why I Started Ranking NBA Autograph Experiences2:30 – The WORST Interaction: Kevin Huerter’s Cold Shoulder ❄️5:15 – Who Signed My Basketball? (The First Ever!)8:00 – The Nicest Players: Malik Monk & De’Aaron Fox 🏀12:00 – My Strategy for Getting NBA Autographs at Games15:30 – Should I Start Collecting Signed Sneakers Instead? 👟👉 Who’s the nicest athlete you’ve met? Drop your experience in the comments!
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🚨 PSA just quietly changed its grading standards, and collectors are freaking out! 🚨 What does this mean for PSA 10 values, pop reports, and grading strategy? Let's break it all down.
⏳ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro & PSA’s Stealthy Change01:30 Old vs. New PSA 10 Standards05:12 Fewer PSA 10s = More Value?08:45 Does This Boost SGC & BGS?12:30 PSA’s Transparency Problem16:00 What Should Collectors Do Now?Drop a comment if you think this is a good move or just PSA trying to control pop reports! 👀👇
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🏈 Tom Brady is officially in the sports card game! The GOAT just bought 50% of CardVault, and we’re breaking down what this means for collectors, investors, and the hobby as a whole. Is this just another celebrity cash grab, or is Brady making real moves?
📌 Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro: Tom Brady’s latest play—buying Card Vault
1:15 - What is CardVault? (And why Brady might be onto something huge)
3:40 - Why stadium card shops could be a game-changer
5:55 - Brady’s deep ties to Fanatics—what does it mean for allocations?
8:20 - Are we going to see a “Brady Bump” in card prices?
10:45 - Could more athletes follow suit? Who’s next?
13:15 - Final thoughts: Is this the start of a new trend in the hobby?🚀 Subscribe for more sports card news & analysis!
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🎙 USPS Employee Stole Over $100K in Sports Cards – Are Your Cards Safe?
A former USPS worker stole Michael Jordan, Mickey Mantle, and Connor McDavid cards from the mail. How safe are your sports cards when shipping? In this episode, I break down:
⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: The USPS Sports Card Scandal2:30 – What Happened & How the Cards Were Stolen5:00 – How the Thief Got Caught & What Happens Next7:30 – Can You Protect Your Cards from Theft?10:00 – Best Practices for Safe Sports Card Shipping14:00 – My Personal Experiences with USPS, FedEx & UPS18:00 – Final Take: Is Any Method Foolproof?👉 Have you ever had a sports card go missing in the mail? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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🎙 Fanatics Fest 2025 is coming—Game Changer or Just Another Card Show?
Fanatics is making major moves in the hobby, but is Fanatics Fest the next Comic-Con for Sports Cards or just another trade show? In this episode, I break down:
⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: What is Fanatics Fest?2:30 – Celebs & Athletes Attending (Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, more!)6:00 – How Fanatics Fest Compares to The National10:30 – Will Fanatics Take Over the Hobby?15:00 – Does This Event Actually Help Collectors?18:00 – Final Take: Should You Go?👉 Will you be attending Fanatics Fest 2025? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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Did Fanatics fake the Paul Skenes 1/1 MLB Debut Patch pull from an 11-year-old? The internet loves a conspiracy, and this one has gained major traction. Dr. Tyler Tarver breaks down the controversy, explains why Fanatics wouldn't risk their entire brand for a single card, and discusses why people love to doubt big pulls. Plus, a deep dive into sports card conspiracies and what this means for collectors.
⏱️ Episode Breakdown:
0:00 - Intro & Topic Overview
Did Fanatics fake the Paul Skenes 1/1 Debut Patch pull?Why do collectors think it's a hoax?2:30 - The Conspiracy Theory Explained 🕵️♂️
Why some people believe Fanatics made up the kid who pulled the cardLack of video proof fuels speculationPaul Skenes’ interview on Seth Meyers—more marketing or more evidence?6:00 - Why Would Fanatics Risk It? 🤯
Would Fanatics commit fraud over one card?Why this theory doesn’t make sense for a billion-dollar companyWhat would happen if they did get caught?10:00 - The Internet Loves Conspiracies 🌎
Why people want to believe wild theoriesThe echo chamber effect: find proof of anything you want onlinePast hobby scandals that make people skeptical15:00 - Classic Sports Conspiracies 🏆
Michael Jordan’s secret NBA suspensionThe MLB "Juiced Baseball" theoryThe rigged 1985 NBA Draft19:00 - Final Take: Enjoy the Hobby & Don’t Overthink It 🎉
What really matters for collectors?Why conspiracies shouldn’t stop you from enjoying the gamePredictions for the final sale price of the Skenes card💬 Join the Discussion!
Do you think Fanatics faked this pull? What’s your favorite sports conspiracy theory? Drop your thoughts in the comments on YouTube or SportsCardsAreDope.com.📢 Support the Podcast:
👍 Like & Subscribe on YouTube⭐ Rate & Review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts🔗 Share this episode with fellow collectors🎤 Sports Cards Are Dope. So are you. Never stop collecting. 🚀
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The biggest trade in NBA history just went down—Luka Dončić is now a Laker! Did the Mavericks make a massive mistake, or is there some hidden genius behind the move? Dr. Tyler Tarver breaks down the trade from every angle, including what it means for Luka’s sports card market and the future of the NBA.
⏱️ Time Stamps & Key Topics:
0:00 - Welcome, Chicken Nuggets! 🍗
Intro to the episodeWhy this trade might be the biggest in NBA history1:00 - The Luka Dončić Trade Breakdown 🔥
Who got traded? Luka Dončić → Lakers, Anthony Davis + assets → MavericksWhy this is a historic mid-season tradeComparing this trade to past NBA blockbusters4:00 - Why Did the Mavericks Do This? 🤔
GM Nico Harrison’s mindsetThe three key reasons Dallas made this move5:30 - Luka’s Fitness Concerns 🏋️♂️
Did Luka’s weight and conditioning play a role in the trade?Why not being in shape hasn’t stopped him from dominatingWill playing alongside LeBron James change Luka’s work ethic?10:00 - Defensive Issues & Complaining to Refs 🚨
Luka’s defense—or lack thereof—frustrating the MavsEvery great player (including LeBron & Jordan) complains to the refsWhy Dallas may have overreacted14:30 - Did Dallas Undervalue Luka? 😬
Trading a generational talent for short-term successThe risk of trading for Anthony Davis, given his injury historyWhat happens if this trade backfires for Dallas?19:00 - How the Trade Affects Luka’s Sports Card Market 📈
Immediate spikes in Luka’s card prices post-tradeLuka’s Prism PSA 10 Silver jumped from $1,000 to $1,900 overnightWhat Luka cards should collectors buy right now?Should you sell Luka cards or hold for long-term gains?23:00 - What This Trade Means for the NBA 🏆
Will Luka extend LeBron’s career?Are the Lakers now championship favorites?The future of Anthony Davis & Kyrie in Dallas26:00 - Personal Card Trade Regrets 😭
A bad Brady trade at the Dallas Card ShowWhy you should trust long-term value over temporary market dipsThe Mavericks may have made the same mistake…29:00 - Final Thoughts: Who Really Wins This Trade? 🏆
The winner will be determined by championshipsIf Luka wins multiple rings in LA, this will haunt the Mavericks foreverDoes Dallas regret this move already? -
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Sports Cards Are Dope - Episode: "Setting the Standard in the Hobby"
🎙️ Hosted by Tyler Tarver
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Tyler dives into a major controversy in the sports card hobby involving Grant from Backyard Breaks. He breaks down the impact of toxic culture in companies, how organizations set the tone by what they allow, and what collectors can do in response. Tyler also shares his personal philosophy on protecting his own community and where he stands on this issue.
Timestamps & Topics:
🟢 [00:00] - Intro & Podcast Name Confusion
Tyler kicks off the episode with his signature humor and a quick stumble on the podcast name.🟢 [00:16] - The Backyard Breaks Controversy
Overview of the situation involving Grant from Backyard Breaks and his inappropriate comments.The response from the sports card community.🟢 [02:06] - Setting the Standard: Lessons from School Administration
Tyler shares a personal story from his time as a school principal.How different schools handle discipline and what that says about their culture.🟢 [05:19] - What You Allow Becomes Your Culture
Comparing how companies, schools, and organizations set the tone by what they allow.How businesses like Whatnot, PSA, and Fanatics should respond.🟢 [07:01] - The Power of the Card Community Response
How collectors and hobbyists are setting the standard for acceptable behavior.The importance of using influence and social platforms to push back.🟢 [10:47] - Companies’ Responsibilities & Who They Promote
What companies communicate by choosing who to work with.Examples of partnerships Tyler has had and the ethics behind selecting collaborators.🟢 [15:01] - Content Creators & Protecting Your Own Community
Tyler’s personal approach to moderating comments and keeping his content family-friendly.Why it’s essential to cultivate a positive space for collectors of all ages.🟢 [19:08] - How to Respond as an Individual
Don’t support people whose voice doesn’t align with your values.Recognize that cancel culture doesn’t exist like it used to—platforms now allow voices to shift and thrive elsewhere.🟢 [23:47] - The Bigger Picture: Culture & Accountability
Tyler reflects on how Logan Paul’s controversy reshaped his career.Why accountability in the digital age isn’t about cancellation—it’s about choice.🟢 [26:21] - Final Thoughts & Call to Action
Tyler shares his personal stance and invites listeners to think about where they draw the line.Encourages listeners to check out Kayla Collects (@kayla.collects) and Candice Martino (@candacemartinoTV) for their takes on the controversy.“Be kind, be good, and never stop collecting.” -
Podcast Show Notes with Timestamps
0:00 – “What’s up, chicken nuggets?”: Intro and why eBay needs fixing.1:00 – “eBay: The MJ and the Thanos of sports cards.”: An honest take on eBay’s pros and cons.1:50 – Fix #1: Auto-payment: Why ghost buyers are ruining the hobby.4:30 – Fix #2: Better search filters: From TikTok’s algorithm to swipe-able commons.7:00 – Fix #3: Customer service overhaul: Missing cards and a plea for a collectibles app.10:50 – “What’s your alternative?”: Encouraging listeners to share their go-to platforms. -
Welcome back to the dopest sports card podcast around! In this episode, Tyler dives into the impact of celebrities entering the sports card market. From Logan Paul’s flashy Charizard necklace to Drake chasing rare pulls, we discuss how influencers affect the hobby, its community, and your wallet. Are these celebrity endorsements good for the market, or are they driving up prices unfairly? Let’s explore the pros and cons.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
1:00 – The polarizing impact of celebrities in sports cards
2:45 – Logan Paul and his Charizard necklace: A marketing stunt?
4:15 – Drake’s chase for the LeBron logo man card: Hype or help?
6:00 – The nostalgia of collecting cards in the ’90s
8:00 – Celebrity promotions: Raising awareness or just prices?
10:15 – The good, the bad, and the pump: Gary Vee and the influencer effect
12:30 – Building bridges for new collectors: Inclusivity in the hobby
14:00 – The future of celebrity involvement in sports cards
16:30 – Final thoughts: Positivity and community growth -
Welcome to the Sports Cards Are Dope podcast with Dr. Tyler Tarver! Today, we explore why fewer people are sitting down to watch full NBA games and why basketball is more popular than ever. Dive into the rise of shadow viewership, the generational shift in how we consume content, and how this affects the sports card market. Are highlights the new frontier for fandom and card collecting? Let’s discuss!
Timestamps & Topics:
0:00 – Intro: Why full NBA game ratings are dropping and what that means for fans1:12 – Shadow Viewership Explained: The rise of highlight consumption through TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube3:50 – Generational Shift: How younger audiences consume basketball differently7:00 – Instant Gratification: Skip intro buttons, fast passes, and social media’s impact on attention spans9:54 – The Impact on Sports Cards: Why moments matter more than stats for collectors12:45 – Iconic Moments in Cards: From Steph Curry’s "Night Night" to LeBron’s record-breaking dunk15:12 – Future Trends: How collectors and fans are reshaping the sports card market18:00 – Closing Thoughts: The power of positivity and embracing change in the hobby -
Imagine being 11 years old and pulling a card worth half a million dollars. In this episode of the Sports Cards Are Dope Podcast, we dive into the story of the Paul Skenes MLB debut patch card—why it’s so significant, the jaw-dropping bounties being offered, and what this card says about the future of collecting. We also break down five hypothetical trades for this masterpiece. Don’t miss our hot takes, wild analogies, and a hefty dose of hobby drama.
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