In this episode, we dive deep into some of the biggest talking points shaking up the TCG world:

💰 Scalpers & the Hobby – How have scalpers influenced accessibility, pricing, and collector sentiment across Pokémon, sports, and other trading card communities? Are they the villains… or just a byproduct of demand?

🏷️ PSA Buying PSA Slabs – Recent reports suggest PSA has been purchasing their own graded cards near market value—reportedly for repack programs with retailers like GameStop. What does this mean for collectors, investors, and the integrity of the grading market?

We break down the facts, rumors, and implications while giving our honest take on what this could mean for the future of collecting.

🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

https://open.spotify.com/show/5VXqn6M3u7Og7iZy4gIopM?si=T9LsCxJXT3OHITuN2vKHHQ

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nextgentcg/id1852674216

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💬 Join the discussion in the comments – what’s your take on PSA’s moves?

📦 Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: The Under the Weather Episode

02:51 Celebrity Collectors: The Intersection of Fame and Hobby

06:05 Modern vs. Vintage: A Deep Dive into Card Collecting

08:45 The Toronto Card Show: Anticipation and Community

12:04 Market Trends: The Rise of Error Cards

14:59 The Value of Rarity: Understanding Card Prices

17:58 The Evolution of Collecting: Generational Shifts in Hobbies

20:53 Closing Thoughts: The Future of Card Collecting

31:05 The Enigma of Staff Cards

35:16 Promotional Cards and Their Value

37:30 The Impact of Scalpers on the Hobby

51:01 PSA's New Market Strategies

01:03:42 GameStop's Evolution in the Pokémon Market

01:13:09 Collector's Perspective on Market Dynamics

01:22:19 The Impact of PSA Offers on Collectors

01:26:44 Collector's Corner: Personal Highlights and Insights

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