Binder and Brew: A Pokémon Podcast

With Coinbase's teaser announcement this week it has us talking about all things to do with digital assets and online collections. Is it the same as ripping cards IRL? We have our What's Worth More results to go back through and is now the best time to pick up some of those pricier cards outside of the 30th Anniversary Set?

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup

01:15 Coinbase's Entry into TCG and Digital Packs

18:58 What's Worth More

45:43 Is the market doomed?

01:08:27 The Delta Rain Release

When we recorded this it was 30th release day and we thought it would be best comparing each others experiences with products so far! Let us know how you did!

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00:00 The 30th Anniversary Launch

18:13 Queuing for Collectibles

33:51 What's Worth More: A Fun Comparison Game

56:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects

We took on the mega task of trying to rank every Scarlet and Violet TCG set, then we had the smart idea on building on our previous Sword and Shield ranking by combining the two for an ultimate tier list. Agree with our ranks? What would you have as the number one set of the last 3 years?

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00:00 Introduction

03:18 Scarlet and Violet Base

07:05 Paldea Evolved

12:46 Obsidian Flames

18:01 Scarlet and Violet: 151

22:07 Paradox Rift

27:52 Paldean Fates

34:49 Temporal Forces

39:20 Twilight Masquerade

44:06 Shrouded Fable

47:56 Stella Crown

51:01 Surging Sparks

55:07 Prismatic Evolutions

01:00:57 Journey Together

01:06:33 Destined Rivals

01:13:42 Black Bolt and White Flare

01:21:08 Ranking the God Tier Sets

01:27:05 Final Thoughts and Conclusions

With the upcoming release of the 30th Anniversary Set we go through all the latest updates and then take on the mega task of ranking each of the 30 new Pikachu's released on the 16th September!

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00:00 Introduction to the Celebration Cards

00:00 Release Day Plans and Anticipation

02:12 Delays in Product Releases

05:01 What's Worth More: Card vs. Real Life Items

25:26 Ranking Pikachu Cards:

01:12:12 Final Thoughts: Ranking the Pikachu Cards

This week we bring you all the latest in TCG updates released at the World Championships as well as feedback from what was a very busy weekend vending at Celtic Card Show!

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00:00 Introduction and Show Overview

03:43 Pokemon World Championships and New Releases

07:54 EX Star Series and Collecting Insights

12:37 Exciting New Releases: Mega Mega Parade

17:40 Mega Attack Rares: A Closer Look

25:30 What's Worth More: The Game Begins

41:16 Celtic Card Post Show Review

With the upcoming Celtic Card Show on the 5th September we take a look into our goals for the show, all the different ways that people are starting to collect Pokémon cards and there's a very fitting theme for this week's What's Worth More which involves Alex's Favourite, Aunt Bessie's Yorkshire Puddings!

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Topics

00:52 eBay vs. Pokémon Center: The Takedown Request

13:49 Exploring Alternative Collecting Methods

35:04 Quickfire Collection Ideas: From Chase Cards to Cameos

39:28 What's Worth More

54:49 Celtic Card Show: Anticipation and Goals

With the release of Storm Emeralda, we dive into the latest set in Japan that features the glorious Mega Rayquaza cards, we talk about facial recognition being used by some card stores and What's Worth More makes a return!

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00:00 Introduction

02:39 Discussion on the Storm Emeralda Set

26:52 Storm Emeralda: Set Overview and Pricing

28:02 The RGB Mews: Rarity and Design Discussion

37:51 30th Anniversary Figurines: A Collector's Dream

40:27 What's Worth More

56:05 Japan's New Facial Recognition System for Card Purchases

Would you put Pokémon Go above Evolving Skies? This week we took on the entire of the Sword and Shield era to rank every set. Let us know what you would have different!

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00:00 Introduction

03:50 Sword and Shield Base

05:49 Rebel Clash

07:48 Darkness Ablaze

10:33 Champions Path

14:03 Vivid Voltage

17:18 Shining Fates

20:55 Battle Styles

23:53 Chilling Reign

27:33 Evolving Skies

31:52 Celebrations

34:55 Fusion Strike

38:09 Brilliant Stars

41:35 Astral Radiance

45:03 Pokémon Go

48:48 Lost Origin

52:58 Silver Tempest

55:35 Crown Zenith

01:06:36 Final Ranking

This week we have a full length deep dive on live selling platforms!

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00:00 Introduction

01:18 Experiences with Live Selling Apps

06:13 Community Dynamics in Live Selling

08:31 Gamification and Seller Strategies

11:17 Building a Unique Selling Environment

22:30 Scams in Rip and Ship: A Cautionary Tale

46:38 Transparency in Selling Practices

54:16 Tips for New Sellers on Whatnot

01:01:01 The Future of Live Selling

01:12:14 Final Thoughts on Whatnot

This week on Binder and Brew it's time for something different, we took a deep dive into all things to do with Grading and we've got everything covered!

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00:00 Introduction

01:02 Understanding Grading: What It Is and Why It Matters

10:19 Exploring Grading Options: Companies in the UK

19:43 The US Grading Companies

35:36 Personal Preferences in Grading

44:16 Experiences with Ace Grading's Break-In Incident

58:07 Controversies Surrounding PSA

01:11:26 Disappointing Grading Outcomes

01:16:45 Tips for Pre-Grading Pokémon Cards

01:23:07 Card Cleaning Services

01:27:45 Cracking Slabs: Risks and Rewards

01:32:41 Final Thoughts on Grading Pokémon Cards