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In today's episode Brett brings back Kevin (@dacaptain37) to discuss what's happening at card shows this year. Kevin is a long time dealer and talks about the things he's seeing from both a buyer and dealer perspective. If you're looking to get out to more card shows this Summer this is an episode that you won't want to miss. 

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Welcome back to Auction Talk! This week spend some time showing appreciation for some collector pages who are teaching us a thing or two about cards. We dive into nostalgia, the NBA Playoffs, and cover all things auctions. 

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In this episode Brett talks about the place that collecting cards carves out for him in his every day life. He discusses all of the various ways to enjoy the hobby and why he views it as an escape from reality. Also, he discusses some industry shifts taking place and how he's thinking about them. 

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Brett welcomes back Jamison Long owner of Port City Sports Collectibles for another episode of Hobby Shop Talk. Jamison was recently at the Topps Industry Conference and shares what he learned about future plans ahead from one of the largest manufacturers in the hobby. 

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In this week's collector conversation Brett chats with Brian (@prison_mike_pc) about gathering information from good resources in the hobby. Recently, Brian authored articles about 2012 Prizm Pylon 1/1's and 1997 Finest Embossed Refractors that went into detail about providing clarity around sets that previously had a lot of mystery to them. Also, Brian dives into his collection and his philosophy. 

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Welcome back to Auction Talk! Nic and Brett discuss the challenges of collecting one of your favorite player's cards that's currently running through a hobby hype cycle. Also, the two discuss the steps to take and options when preparing for a significant card purchase. As always, Nic and Brett share some of the current auctions that are catching their attention. 

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In this episode Brett talks about how the intersection of fandom and collecting sports cards. He shares the evolution he's been on with his collection and how he's avoided getting sucked up in the next hobby hype cycle. 

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In this week's collector conversation Brett talks with James (@madcitycollector) about the power of set collectors. They discuss the consistency and patience that goes into building a set in the ultra modern era. Also, they discuss the intersection of set, player, and team collector and how that competition impacts values.

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Welcome back to Auction Talk! Nic and Brett discuss the latest Premier results and what it actually means to the 99% of collectors in the hobby that don't participate in this segment. They discuss NBA Playoffs, NFL Draft, and cards that are catching their attention in the world of auctions. 

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Today's episode of the flagship is inspired based on the continuation of a question that came from the last collector conversation with Chris and Josh: How has the Hobby evolved or not since you've been back? I share some responses from the Patreon group and add my own perspective on today's episode.

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