just a lil chat about grading commons from the 90s

A buyer tried to negotiate a sports card using comps.

The dealer didn’t want to look at them.

In this video, I break down the interaction line by line — and explain what it teaches about sports card pricing, negotiation psychology, and how to prepare before walking into a card show! 

In this episode, we break down one of the wildest grading experiments in hobby history. The same 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card was submitted to major grading companies nine different times — and the results were all over the place.

From PSA 6 to BGS 9.5… to altered… to trimmed… what does this really say about grading consistency?

Is the hobby overvaluing the slab instead of the card?

We discuss what this experiment reveals about grading standards, transparency, AI grading, and why “cards over cases” might be the mindset shift collectors need.

Topps Hobby Rip Night isn’t just another event—it’s the smartest “give back” move Topps makes for collectors.
 Here’s why celebrating the hobby from the inside matters more than chasing new fans from the outside.

Timestamps
0:00 Topps Rip Night vs Fanatics Fest why it matters
1:18 Growing the hobby vs celebrating the hobby
5:03 The real Rip Night experience and why it feels different
7:20 The Tom Brady story and what happened in the crowd
15:10 Creators with athletes the perfect on ramp for new collectors
19:01 Giving kudos when companies actually do it right

What’s the most expensive lesson you’ve paid for in the hobby?
I once traded $1,000 in liquid autos for a sealed promo pack… and ignored every warning sign.

In this episode, we break down the real red flags collectors miss — from subtle pressure tactics to “vibes” that feel off to help you protect your collection without becoming paranoid.

Logan Paul just sold his PSA 10 Pikachu Illustrator for $16.5 million — the most expensive Pokémon card ever sold. But this isn’t just a record-breaking flip. This is the full evolution of modern collectibles.

In this episode of SCAD, we break down the history of the Pikachu Illustrator, how Logan turned it into a cultural artifact, and what this sale means for the future of the hobby.

Panini lost the license… but does that kill the value?

In this episode, we break down the real debate collectors are facing:
 Does the league logo matter — or does great design win?

From Kabooms to Photoshop disasters to long-term value plays, here’s what could actually happen next.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Panini Loses the License
01:40 – What Licensed vs Unlicensed Actually Means
03:55 – Do Collectors Really Care?
06:16 – The Tyson Beck Example
09:53 – Proof Unlicensed Can Still Hold Value
11:37 – What Happens to Kabooms Long-Term

PSA bumped prices again—and the worst part isn’t just the extra dollars per card.
Here’s what changed, why it keeps happening, and how I’m adjusting my grading strategy.

Timestamps
0:00 PSA raises prices (again) + quick price breakdown
1:58 What the price hike really means per submission
2:34 Why PSA can keep doing this (and they will)
8:05 Anti-PSA vs pro-PSA: the real debate
23:18 My new grading rules: modern, rare, and PC cards

Buying big collections isn’t just about money — it’s about people, emotions, and trust.
 Here’s the exact mindset and process I use to price collections quickly without pressuring sellers.

Timestamps
0:56 Why big collection deals are emotional
2:16 The #1 rule: don’t meet when you’re rushed
4:41 Quantity doesn’t equal value (the story I tell sellers)
14:01 Value vs liquidity (and why “comps” can mislead)
15:11 My pricing formula: 90% for strong stuff, 50–60% for the rest

no timestamps cause i'm tired and wanna go to bed 😂