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Global Card Collectors episodes

August 03, 2024 30. Collecting late 90s and 2000s European basketball stars from Spain with Jon @eurofractor
In this episode John meets Jon from Bilbao @eurofractor on IG, a genuine basketball fan, Jon delves into how he started buildling collections of refractors of Peja Stojakovic, Tony Parker, Andrei Kirilenko, and Pao Gasol through sets like Topps Chrome, Bowman, Essential Credentials, and Finest. Join John (@istanbulcards) as we explore a beautiful era of NBA and European basketball card collecting. You can check out the video versions of our interviews on our YouTube channel.
1 hr 6 min
July 28, 2024 29. An Aussie's appreciation of Alperen
In this episode Will interviews Josh @sengoat_28_collector who has an incredible Alperen Şengün card collection. They talk about Australian basketball, Patty Mills and the Boomers and what chance they have at a medal at this year's Olympics. They obviously chat about Alperen's game and Josh shows off some of the best Alperen cards in his collection. They also chat about being a vendor and how they often bend the rules for selling when kids are involved. Josh has an amazing story of how his small actions deeply impacted a young collector.
39 min
July 21, 2024 28. The Euros and Lamine Yamal
In this episode Jamie is back to talk about his experience at the Euros and to discuss the meteoric rise of teen sensation Lamine Yamal and his card market. If you're into modern soccer/football cards this episode is a must listen!
55 min
July 14, 2024 27. Befriending Bushwhacker Butch with @thegreatbuybackcards
In this episode of Global Card Collectors Will @kartadami talks with Shanan @thegreatbuybackcards who shares the story of his basketball background, getting schooled by former Tall Black Phil Jones in the masters league, his return to card collecting with Steven Adams getting drafted by the OKC Thunder and how he met WWE legend Bushwhacker Butch and became his friend. Shanan also shows off some of his most treasured cards, one was gifted to him by his wife and she totally nailed it, proving she's a total MVP (most valuable partner) with the card she gifted Shanan. There's even a memorable Andre the Giant story in there for you classic WWF wrestling fans. So tune in to this episode if you're a basketball card fan. Steven Adams guy or a classic WWF fan. If not you'll still love listening to some of the stories Shanan has to tell, they're from a life long collector who truly loves to collect!
45 min
July 07, 2024 26. TCG 101: Gotta catch 'em all with Kieran @shinykiwitcg2622
Ever wonder what that stack of colorful cards your child clutches is all about?
In this episode of Global Card Collectors, Will takes a step back from talking sports cards and tackles the nuanced world of Pokémon Trading Card Games (TCGs) with Pokémon master Kieran! Kieran spills the beans on everything a clueless parent (or curious newbie) needs to know. He also breaks down the exciting (and sometimes confusing!) world of Pokémon and TCGs as well as giving you the lowdown on the current market. But wait, there's more! Kieran offers fantastic advice for parents who want to support their child's Pokémon passion.
To wrap it up, Kieran unveils some of his most prized Pokémon cards! He'll share the stories behind them and explain why these little pieces of cardboard hold such a special place in his heart.
So, tune in and prepare to get schooled on Pokémon and TCGs! This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to:
-Crack the code on Pokémon cards
-Support their child's collecting hobby
-Discover the magic of the Pokéverse (no catching required!)
1 hr 9 min
June 30, 2024 25. Vintage Football 101 with Justin @vintagefb52 and Mike @ens7ob
This week on Global Card Collectors, Will talks with Justin and Mike about the exciting world of vintage football cards. It’s a perfect starting point for those looking at entering into a different genre of card collecting. Whether you have a few dollars to spare or a bit more to invest, there's a way to get started.
We'll explore affordable options like raw rookie cards of Hall of Fame players for just a few dollars, or discuss the benefits of investing in graded versions of these cards for only a little bit more. But it's not just about the cards themselves – Justin and Mike emphasize the importance of collecting what truly excites you. Collect what you love is rule number one with these guys.
One unique off-shoot in collecting vintage football is getting through-the-mail (TTM) autographs and inscriptions, Mike shares his insider tips on how to get started here and shows off some of the cards he had signed and the personal messages he received from Hall of Fame players. Again, collecting many of these autographs is surprisingly affordable. Amazing! So if you’re after some advice from seasoned collectors or simply looking at dipping your toe into a different area of collecting but don’t know where to start, this episode is for you.
1 hr 14 min
June 23, 2024 24. Rare Croatian and Former Yugoslavia Stickers with Fran (@soccerstickerhunter)
In this week's episode John (@istanbulcards) chats with Fran (@soccerstickerhunter) all the way from Zagreb, Croatia. Fran specializes in collecting ultra-rare pre-modern era football stickers and cards. Knowing John's deep affection for Luka Modric, get ready for some Luka fanboying. John and Fran also delve into Fran's collecting journey – how it all began and what he does now, and then they share a dream of one day visiting Belgrade for a weekly card meetup.
Our apologies for the low quality of the audio this week. We tried our best to enhance it and improve it with little success.

54 min
June 16, 2024 23. Sunday Funday: A review of the NZ Card Collectors Show
In this episode John @istanbulcards talks to Will @kartadami about attending his first major card show: The New Zealand Card Collectors Show. Will discusses being a first-time vendor, meeting up with other collectors and shares some of what he picked up at the show.
They end the show discussing how reaching the NBA Finals might impact the card market for Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
45 min
June 11, 2024 22. Unearthing Hard-To-Find Pre-Modern Football (Soccer) Stickers with Leo (@panini_vibez)
In recent days, the soccer card hobby has been roiled by questions regarding new large finds of 2000-2014 stickers in Europe, which has increasing pop reports and, more curiously, gem rates on a couple items that have not graded well historically. Is it fair to ask questions about the authenticity of these finds, as one YouTube channel has, or should we expect more, new large finds in the future? Does PSA need to improve its business model to create more certainty about the market? We ask the person at the center of this storm for his perspective.
1 hr 18 min
June 09, 2024 21. Marvin Barnes, Usain Bolt, and St. Louis with Dave @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
Iowa Dave, host of The Shallow End podcast, joins Global Card Collectors to discuss his personal collection, attachments to various players from different eras and places, and the rewards of avoiding FOMO and Luka Doncic's whining.
40 min

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Forget passports – and go beyond borders with "Global Card Collectors," a podcast that connects collectors from across the globe! Join John, the Istanbul aficionado (@istanbulcards), and Will, the Kiwi card junkie (@kart_adami), as they embark on a journey to celebrate the diverse world of card collecting.