Mountain State Cardboard

In this week's episode I talk about MLB equating Covid-19 to hail, I opine that Deshaun Watson deserves better and I reveal that I was shook to find out that a recent NBS All-Star was born in West Virginia and I had no idea.  I also end the show by asking questions about why we're here and reminding you to check in on folks you interact with.  Check below for links and shoutouts:

The Atlanta Braves didn't do so bad financially, according to FanGraphs - https://blogs.fangraphs.com/what-the-braves-can-tell-us-about-mlb-financial-losses-in-2020/

@wild_kyote is a really great nature photographer - https://www.instagram.com/wild_kyote/

@kin.kinsey runs a great YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/beansballcardblog/featured

In this week's episode I talk about the impact of Milwaukee's ability (or lack thereof) to sign Giannis to an extension, I predict George Springer becomes a Blue Jay and remind you that all of your sports heroes are just flawed human beings.  I also breakdown eBay strategies and use a @StackingSlabs Instagram post as a jumping off point for a discussion on generational differences in the hobby.  Reminder: we can all learn from each other in this community.  Also, I talk about inspiration I've received via Instagram from @sarfa_sportscards. Enjoy!

In this week's episode I talk about the uncertainty of the NBA Draft, remind you that MLB owners are not poor(no matter what they say to the contrary) and I hop in the time machine to talk about the days when the NFL Cardinals used to play in St. Louis and Queen Latifah was a Grammy winning hip-hop artist.  I also talk about the greatest current example of brand building in the hobby and we talk #HobbyUnity.  Enjoy!

In this week's episode, I pray to the basketball gods in an effort to make the Harden-to-Brooklyn trade a reality, I apologize for the behavior of insufferable Steelers fans and I share stories that emphasize why I love my home state.  In the main segment, I talk about not stressing over the hobby.  Instead, focus on what makes you happy and participate in whatever way is comfortable for you.  The Hobby is a big tent, there's room for all of us underneath.

In this week's episode I tell you why the Antonio Brown narrative in Tampa Bay is a sham and talk about why I'm taking a hiatus from buying cards, rather I'm focusing on moving things out.  Also, I talk about my participation in Jordan's hip-hop video on the Sports Card Analytics YouTube channel.  In doing so I talk about why West Virginia means so much to me and why I try to shine the light on our success stories.

If you're interested in such things, here's the link to the store that sells the shirt I was wearing in my segment of the video:

In this week's episode I discuss why this off-season could be a tipping point in Major League Baseball, I air my decades long grievance against Notre Dame and talk about a very significant pickup for my collection.  I also detail the 33 year old sports card trade that haunted me until this past weekend.  

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In this week's episode I talk about using examples and strategies from other collectors to help you build your strategies.  I also shout from the rooftops about Justin Herbert's performance against the Jaguars and talk about why virtual conferences are a drag.  I also call myself a low budget high roller and remind listeners to just be yourself in this hobby.

Peace, love and penny sleeves

This week's epiphany brought to you by Hunter Renfrow and HBO's The Wire.  Also, I talk about Joe Morgan and the simplicity of vintage rookie cards, I compare the Astros to pro wrestling heels and I emphasize the importance of maiing human connections through the hobby and social media.

Social media shout-outs to:

@CD_Cardz - WV Born, now in Tampa, FL

@fishtunechi - Collecting cards in Missouri with his son, keeping his grandmother's memory alive

"Collectors buy cards that we plan to keep.  Better cards appear and we sell the originals to fund the new.  We have the opportunity to do this because the cards we bought increase in value.  I've always been confused by the terminology.  This is investing me." - @stackingslabs

Enjoy the World Series!!

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Peace, love and penny sleeves!

In this episode I reference a 1996 Jay-Z song and caution against hustling too hard.  I also talk at length about the newest addition to my PC, tell Carlos Correa why he's full of it and point out that JaVale McGee has as many NBA championships as Larry Bird. 

Follow these guys on Instagram:

@shaqlogoman - repping the Lakers and WV in The Bubble 

@theluckyshow05 - great Jason Williams & Steph Curry gold Optic card

@mannysimonecards - Its not always success in The Hobby

@mindcycle_cards - #noslabmovement

This week's show lacks a major topic or point of focus.  Instead, it's a collection of smaller thoughts generated by my transition in the hobby from "guy who collects a lot of crap" to "guy who wants a more curated collection." Also, I show love to Jordan with Sports Card Analytics, confess my jealousy over G's collection of Curry cards on The Luka Show and, once again, point out that continuing to reward companies for their bad business practices is a losing proposition.  I also show great restraint by not laughing at the demise of the St. Louis Cardinals at the hands of Tatis & Machado.