JELI CARDS PODCAST

Are you like Luke and feeling some slab fatigue? Is it time for the hobby to go back and embrace raw cards? This is exactly what we discuss on this week's episode! Increase in grading costs, delayed turnaround times, numerous scandals, and firm sellers are making grading almost not worth it. The business side of the hobby has made collecting extremely difficult, and we think it's time to start embracing the idea of buying raw and keeping those cards raw!

Is a shift happening in the TCG hobby? Is Beckett Grading becoming the new destination for TCG cards? We have seen an increase in BGS slabs on social media. Many of those cards consist of Pokémon, One Piece, and Dragon Ball Super. Are hobbyists chasing the elusive black label 10? With numerous record-breaking sales for black label 10 cards like the Umbreon VMAX Alt Art, Mega Charizard SIR, and the Gear 5 Luffy Manga Alt Art, Beckett Grading might be the best company to start grading your TCG cards with!

This episode dives into the recent legal challenges faced by card breaking platforms like Whatnot, exploring the implications for the hobby, the legality of gambling elements in card breaks, and the future of hobbyist practices. We also share personal stories, hobby insights, and show appreciation for listener support!

In this episode, Eric, John, and I dive into the latest PSA scandal where PSA openly admits they damaged a rare Deoxys card! We also explore the impact of grading companies, market trends, and the emotional aspects of collecting and selling. We discuss the potential for a revolt against high prices, the shift towards a day trading mentality, and strategies for navigating the hobby's evolving landscape.

The Jeli Cards Podcast once again is happy to have Warlug joining us for back-to-back episodes! We congratulate One Piece for their amazing milestone, surpassing 600 million copies printed and sold. We shift our focus to the savage community that is Pokémon collectors/players. The episode concludes with a discussion about how to balance life and a business. Being able to separate personal opinions and practices in order to focus on more efficient financial gains.

In this episode of the Jeli Cards podcast, ft. Warlug, we discuss the evolving landscape of trading card games (TCGs), focusing on the shift towards One Piece and other games. We explore the risks associated with buying sealed products online, comparing experiences with TCGPlayer and eBay. The conversation delves into the ethics of breaking and the increasing concerns about scams in the hobby. We also discuss the gameplay of Ark Raiders, drawing parallels between gaming and collecting. The episode wraps up with a debate between buying Japanese Pokemon cards vs English Pokemon cards.

In this engaging conversation, the four of us delve into the world of card collecting, focusing on the rise of trading card games (TCGs) and their impact on the hobby. We discuss personal experiences with card pulls, grading, and the fluctuating prices of vintage TCG packs. The conversation highlights the shift from sports cards to TCGs, particularly the growing popularity of One Piece and Monkey D. Luffy. We reflect on missed opportunities in collecting, the current state of the market, and the economics of card grading. We conclude with thoughts on the most expensive card ever sold and the future of the hobby.

In this episode of the Jeli Cards Podcast, John, Eric, and I discuss various topics related to card collecting, including the excitement surrounding a new redemption card for World Series tickets and a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card! We also share our latest card pickups in a show-and-tell segment and delve into the One Piece trading card game, comparing it to other popular TCGs like Dragon Ball Super. We delve into the complexities of card grading, focusing on the controversies surrounding PSA and the trust issues that have arisen within the card collecting community. We discuss the shift towards raw cards as collectors' express frustration with grading companies and their practices. The conversation also touches on the potential monopoly of grading companies and the future of card collecting, emphasizing the need for transparency and trust in the hobby.

In this episode, Eric, John, and I discuss our caffeine habits and how it fuels our card collecting passion. We dive into the recent One Piece promo card craze, highlighting the lengths fans will go to obtain these cards. The discussion takes a serious turn as we address the breaking scandals in the card collecting community, particularly focusing on the unethical practices of certain breakers. Finally, we speculate on the future of trading card games (TCGs) and the potential impact of Fanatics entering the TCG market.

In this episode, Larry, Eric, Luke, John, and I discuss various aspects of trading card games (TCGs), focusing on the ethics of card distribution, the influence of popular YouTubers on the market, and concerns about overprinting in the industry. We explore how these factors affect collector interests, particularly in relation to Pokémon, One Piece, and Dragon Ball Z. The conversation also highlights the joy of ripping packs and the community's engagement in the hobby, culminating in a call to action for listeners to share their thoughts and experiences.