Because I'm Carlos

*Original Airdate: Jul 29, 2025*

For this week, the guys go through the usual segments, pickups (18:01), and silly card of the week. (28:24)From there, the rest of the episode consists of Carlos recapping the recent videos from the past week or so, including comments, with some observations on what it means for what people seem to be drawn to and where the Sports Card niche stands. (42:18)Lastly, we do the obligatory "National" discussion with some thoughts on where we think things will fall this week, and what, if any, takeaways we expect coming away from the card show. (1:28:49)Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/mBt5LH68ayYLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

*Original Airdate: Jul 22, 2025*

This week's podcast focuses on the regular segments of pickups, silly card of the week, and going over listener comments. From there, the discussion goes to a recap of Hobby Palooza that Carlos and Eric participated in over the weekend. (34:59)Lastly, the main topic is discussing the alleged $350 million mass fraud in the sports memorabilia autograph market. We share thoughts, where we sit in the space after, and where we think things are going to go from here. (42:22)Our contribution to Hobby Palooza:https://www.youtube.com/live/99q_q6UCAwI?si=sDr57-nYBbCcmV1ySports Collectors Daily Article on the fraud:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/indiana-police-suicide-followed-counterfeit-sports-memorabilia-raid/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/urua3WwHMiULink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

*Original Airdate: Jul 8, 2025*

The podcast week starts with the Silly Card of the Week (2:08), followed by last week's comments (12:03) and then some mail time (21:52). The discussion then shifts to eBay experimenting with extended bidding (33:30), and finishes up with a breakdown and discussion on the "Collectors Priority Scale" as a way to decide how we bid and make offers. (1:15:43)Cllct article on eBay's Extended Bidding experiment:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/auctions/ebay-testing-extended-bidding-for-trading-cardsThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/Pe7h0hp1f_ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

Original Airdate: Jul 1, 2025

A few topics sprinkled in this week's episode.First, the silly card of the week starts things off (8:15), followed by a review of some comments and pickups from this week, including Carlos' World Series of Poker-themed COMC pickup (15:04).Out of pity for Eric, then they briefly discuss 'the hockeys', including Brad Marchand NOT being a Bruin going forward and Mitch Marner going to Vegas in a sign and trade deal (36:45).Then, in the main topic, Carlos gives a brief overview of the first two episodes of the new Brian Gray Podcast. Mainly focusing on the second episode, as Angel Reese is discussed along with BG's love of getting base cards in high-end breaks and influencers. (46:09)This conversation on influencers then branches into a discussion on the idea and definition of influencers and how the larger the platform, the more complicated and important it becomes to become clearer and more thoughtful in "takes" and opinions shared. (1:06:00)Link to Brian Gray's podcast on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-bri-the-deal-guy-no-holds-barred/id1813446118Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/Pe7h0hp1f_ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast