Sports Card Nobody
By Shane Norton
Sports Card NobodySep 27, 2022
The Times, They are a Changing...NFLPA/Panini
Welp, that's some big news. The NFLPA has up and quit on Panini. What's that mean for the hobby? I dunno, but let's wildly speculate!
The Faction: Volume 7 - National Recoup
The cousins are back! Tony, Oz, and I get together and we're talking the National, trade night fiascos, and what the hell the future looks like. Let's talk about it!
Post-Nat Clarity
The National is over. I hurt. Like allll over. But it was another insane event and, most importantly, the Main Event was more than I ever dreamed it could be. Let's talk about it...
National 2023
Welp, it's here. The biggest show of the year and I could not be more excited. Let's talk about it...
Brett of Stacking Slabs and Drake aka @Drakes_PC Join the Show
My hobby journey took a dramatic turn after discovering Stacking Slabs. Brett's podcast opened my eyes to the power of wrestling cards and that was further cemented after discovering Drake's collection on IG. I get to sit down with these two gentlemen and talk about the National, 2014 Topps Chrome, the Winged Eagle, and most importantly the Main Event. This is why I do this show. Let's talk about it...
Scott DeMay - Talking Hobby
Scott DeMay is back once again and tonight we have a blast talking PSA, eBay, shows, and sharing passions about the state of the hobby. This was one of the most fun conversations I've had just sitting with a friend. Enjoy!
The Faction Vol. 6 - The Return!
Finally! The Cousins have come back to the Nobody! With the trio back together we're talking the National, PSA uncharges, reflecting on the past 2 years, and so much more.
Man...I missed these dudes!
When it Rains...
So much stuff is hitting eBay and I can't keep up! Also, the Main Event, the National, and the Schmoz Pod. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Adam Gellman
One of the preeminent Becky Lynch collectors in the world is on the show and we're talking the hobby, wrestling, the National, and a little Main Event we're hosting in Chicago. Let's talk about it...
Keep on Keeping on...
Another week off, some tough tough news, and how the hobby fits in. Let's talk about it...
PC Going, Going, Going...Gone!
Lakers are rolling. Kershaw is the best to do it. And I watch my PC dreams go up in smoke. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Tyler the Collector
Remember when I hit a Hulk Hogan Color Blast in a break? That was awesome. Tonight I talk to the guy that pulled it for me. He tells me about the process of getting into breaking, why he loves wrestling, and what it's like creating and running a WWE 1/1 tracker. Welcome Tyler the Collector to the show. Let's talk about it.
Winner Winner...
Mr. Nobody over here won something big! I talk all about an incredible rush of entering a break and my thoughts around the entire aspect of the hobby that is incredibly polarizing.
If a Tree Falls on a Golf Course Will Anyone Hear My Podcast?
2 weeks at the Masters has kept off the mic, but I'm back! And I'm back with some monster mail days that I think...maybe...possibly...accomplishes my 2023 goal. Let's talk about it!
Mama Breaks
I sit down with one of the best people in the hobby. You know her as Mama Breaks and she's on the show sharing her journey, her thoughts on the Dodgers, and how great Frank and Sons is. Also, I update some WWE Ultimate collecting, talk about the new Prizm Checklist, and update my upcoming trip. Let's talk about it!
eBay Conversation Gone Bad...
I missed last week, but for some really dope reasons. I got to be a part of a team that created something truly special and unique and my hockey fans out there will know what I'm talking about. Also, I had a weird eBay interaction and would love your thoughts on it. Lastly, I've got some big events coming up that might impact the show...let's talk about it!
Cousin Tony Makes the Save!
Right before recording another guest cancelled on me, so I sent out the bat signal and Super Tony answered the call. We made the episode up on the fly, but we cover Nintendo nostalgia, grading 1/1s, and I share a pretty big Bret pick up. Let's talk about it!
The Faction Vol. 5
The Cousins and and a Nobody are back it. This month they're covering alternative collectibles, sharing thoughts on card shows, debating Geoff Wilson's take on casino inspired tactics for stores, talking hobby watchdogs...and so much more.
Join us for another volume of The Faction.
Hobby Evolution
Tonight I rant solo about the EC3 show at Mohegan Sun, my continuously evolving collecting obsessions, and review a podcast that I can't believe I just now discovered. Let's talk about it!
Scott DeMay III - EC3 @ Mohegan
I'm joined by friend of the show, Scott DeMay. Tonight we're discussing his upcoming EC3 show at the Mohegan Sun Casino. We also sprinkle in some opinions on the hobby market, pros/cons of IP autos, and chasing rookie cards.
Super Bowls and Goodbyes
Tonight I recap the super bowl, talk a little LeBron's GOATness, and share the thought-process of saying goodbye to a lifelong collection. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Jason and Aiden Maimes: A War Hero and his Son
Card Vault Card Show and Giveaway Winners!
This weekend I set up with Rob Girard at my very first card show at the Foxwoods Casino. I share what that was like for me and whether or not I'd do it again. Also, after a month of eliminations, the wrestling GOAT Royal Rumble I've been running on my socials is over. I announce the results and the three winners of the giveaway. And oh yea the 49ers lost...badly. Let's talk about it!
The Faction Vol. 4
The Cousins Collectibles and Sportscard Nobody are back with another collab. This month we're talking Leaf and selling Damar Hamlin cards, Goldin's new Marketplace, card addiction, and what we're ripping and slabbin.
Take a Leap...
Tonight's show I focus on the important of taking a leap of faith. Push yourself outside of your comfort zone. Try something new. You just might like it. Also, I touch on the first live Wolfpack episode that aired on YouTube, give an update on the GOAT Royal Rumble, and announce an upcoming project that I'm very excited about. Let's talk about it...
I Took a Shot and I Missed...
I'm a collector, but tonight I confess a story of trying to make an aggressive investment play. It went sideways. Let's talk about it!
Winging It...
I had a very special guest lined up but just before our recording we had to postpone. Like a true amateur I didn't have a legit backup plan sooooo, this is the episode! I discuss some sports, preach about my Wolfpack, and self-debate the morality of selling cards during tragedy. Let's talk about it!
2023 and the GOAT Royal Rumble
I announce some details on the social media GOAT Royal Rumble game I'm running including a giveaway of a hobby box. Also, I recap my holidays with some really cool card related gifts, sharing the hobby with my nephew, and I wrap it up with my top 5 pickups of the 2022.
Cheap Heat - Plus Upcoming Giveaway
Ricky Starks went off on MJF for being cheap. This hobby is full of cheap, lazy, and disappointing behavior. Inspired by Absolute's career-defining promo I finally vent on some of the cheap heat people in this space are living off of.
Plus, I had a massive, massive mail day and I'll be doing a giveaway. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Brett McGrath
Brett McGrath, in my opinion, has become of the most important voices in the hobby with his Stacking Slabs podcast. He bucks the mainstream and pushes passion over profits by curating with continuity. Yes, we talk some wrestling, but if you love cards, you'll love what Brett brings to the table. Let's talk about it!
Creator Round-Table - A Collaboration
Rob Girard hosted an incredible collaboration of some phenomenal content creators, and I'm there too! Along with Rob, we got to sit down with Cousin Tony and Cousin Oz of Cousins Collectibles (and also The Faction ever heard of it?), and Ken Cairns of Sports Card Lessons. The 5 of us share a legitimate passion for this hobby, so much so we all decided to put ourselves out there and create our podcasts. One thing we learned during this panel, the best part of any of this is the relationships we build. Let's talk about it!
The Faction Vol. 2
Season 1 Finale - Go With the Flow
50 episodes? Holy hell I can't believe it's been a full year. I spend this episode talking about how the hobby has changed and grown for me over the last 50 episodes. Also, in honor of 1 season done I share a special top 5. Let's talk about it!
ECCA Recap with Scott DeMay
Friend of the show Scott DeMay joins me to talk about the amazing ECCA show he gave to CT at the Mohegan Sun Casino. We talk about the QandA panel featuring the amazing talents of Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, Dragonball, Ninja Turtles and more of your favorite cartoons. Meanwhile, the show continues to grow and Scott drops some big new of the future. Let's talk about it!
Staying Active
I have not bought a single card in weeks. How the hell do I stay active in this community then? I have 2 awesome stories to share about how I'm doing exactly that. Let's talk about it!
3rd Party PSA Subs
I finally got the guts to send some stuff to PSA, but I did it with some help. In this episode I'm sharing my entire experience using Gotbaseballcards.com to send in some wrasslin cards. Let's talk about it!
Hobby Fears
Happy Halloweeeeeeeen! I love this time of year. I love the decorations, I love the trick or treating, and more than anything I love the ability to relish in our fears. This week I decide to do just that and talk about our fears within the hobby, and how I try to work around them to continue to build and enjoy my PC. Also, I countdown the greatest October MLB performances of all time. Let's talk about it!
Mental Health and the Hobby
Another rough week for me, but I'm back on the horn. I decide to get a little vulnerable here and share some real life thoughts and how I use this hobby as a means to help battle my own mental health issues. Let's talk about it.
A Conversation with Josh of Hockey Cards Gongshow
Hockey is here! I don't know poop about it so I brought on a dude that does. Josh of Hockey Cards Gongshow joins the show learning me all things NHL and hockey hobby. Let's talk about it!
Importance of a Hobby Circle
The hobby can really drag you down sometimes. I've seen others share the hard times they have feeling like they belong, and I can relate. This is how I manage. Let's talk about it.
Setting Goals and Albert Pujols Smacks 700
Rob Girard, aka the Sports Card Therapist, has become a source of inspiration in terms of setting and meeting hobby goals. I set out some of my own goals moving forward as I continue to explore and enjoy this hobby to its fullest. Also, Albert Pujols became just the 4th player ever to reach 700 career home runs. This incredible accomplishment inspired this week's top 5 countdown. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Sports Card Therapist
Rob G hosts a phenomenal pod sharing his hobby hustle and sprinkling in some self care along the way. He joins the pod to talk about his experiences, drop some wisdom, and explains how he sets and absolutely crushes goals. Also, we have fun with a little Hulk Hogan top 5! Let's talk about it, Brother!
For the Love of the Game
I had a rough week. I spent time recovering thinking about what I wanted to talk about in this episode, and I really wanted to focus on the passions that drive me to collect what I do. I share some pivotal sports moments that help shape the things I curate and I reach out to you asking for you to do the same. Let's talk about it.
A Conversation with The Great Curator
Dan Nguyen aka The Great Curator joins the pod. We're talking all things hobby and diving into his insane pop culture collection. Also, we have a really fun comic book related countdown on the back end .Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Cousins Collectibles
Two of the coolest dudes in the sports card hobby stop by to chop it up about Allen Iverson, Philly sports, and Roberto Clemente cards. Cousin Oz and Cousin Tony are killing it in the podcast space and making the hobby a better place to hang out. Let's talk about it.
New Product & Best MLB Teams All-Time
The Dodgers are facing down a potential historic season. This got me fired up and I decided to countdown the top 5 greatest MLB teams ever. Also, some new product ripped and I aimlessly share my thoughts about those patterns. Good luck keeping up. Let's talk about it!
A Conversation with Contrarian Cards
Jason, AKA Contrarian Cards on IG, has one of the most broad, eclectic collections I've seen. He's got everything from vintage baseball to ultra-modern Star Wars. Toss in some Magic the Gathering and Game of Thrones stuff and you really have something to dig into. Also, we tag-team my weekly top 5 and it's got some surprises. Let's talk about it.
A Conversation with Tony Vela - Plus Top 5 Wrestler Countdown
I sit down with Tony Vela, owner/operator of wrestlingtradingcards.com. For over 30 years Tony's compiled insane wrestling card knowledge, and even better stories. Also, I had a monster weekend finally meeting Bret Hart and I kick the show off with my Top 5 male wrestlers of all time. Let's talk about it!
Post National and What's Next
I am in full-on recovery mode from spending 5 days at the National. It was...a lot. In this episode I share some stories and figure out what the heck is next. Let's talk about it.
The National: Days 1-3 with Justin Henri
I'm joined by one of the closest friends, Justin Henri, as we recap the first 3 days of our very first National. Spoiler, it's a massive show and insanely busy. Let's talk about it!