RB Connects is updated and improved podcast. Having honest opinions and open dialogues to help and inform without belittling others and their views. I’m here to talk about anything and everything and share any insights I can. This is also a platform for enjoyment, fun conversations, and probably some weird stuff too.
Its sunday morning and we have stuff to discuss!
Have you ever played the PTCGO? I have tried something new and have found a greater appreciation for these cards past ripping packs for hits! Today I go through my first tournament experience.
I want to dive right in talk about the newest set out in pokemon Brillaint Stars. Lets connect!
Let's talk new product drop that's coming oct 8th.
I forgot to upload last week so now I'm hitting you with a double dose.
Let's talk about some absurd pull rates out of different cards sets. Sadly no actual snack cake talk.
This morning we talk v-union, Monday mornings, and a new theory confirmed
Few new things popping up that we must cover this morning!
These Pokémon sets are crazy. Is chilling reign worth it? Is there ever going to be a lull in the releases?
Had to get ready for season 4. Stuff is in order, mic is being delivered and we have a lot to cover!
HGA has a good thought for submitting but it was actually worse then expected. Also is Pokémon producing to many secret rares. A look at Eevee heroes new leaks.
Mini rant this morning then we talk about the interesting hybrid grading approach company that could be paving its way into the scene
We were super busy this last week so let's catch up.
Smooth transitions into many different topics on this chatty Tuesday!
We are going through some crazy times and it's seems to be getting messier by the day.
Steve Sloan president sent out a customer update email yesterday afternoon. Let's take a look at what's happening and what's coming down the pipeline.
Let's touch on a few things shall we? And let's rant about the number of secret rares sets are putting out!
Let's talk about some good and bad about Pokémon snap. Addicting first couple of days!
Comic grading, diversifying your collecting portfolio, and the emotional state of the card community
It's a said state we are in with cards and grading. It's loosing its enjoyment, but maybe it's time to evolve.
It was inevitable. Cgc has set the date for its price increase. From shipping to comics all things will see a rise. Memberships will change and turn around times likely to be effected. Let's jump in!
Cardfight vanguard is another surprising card game that has some high value cards for minimal investment!
Basketball has some of the steepest prices! Maybe you have heard of this new collectible card set maybe not but it's sweet!
We take a look at console games and mobile games! And my disgust with white carpet gets thrown in as well.
Season 3 start was going to be about favorite Pokémon and mobile games and here I go off on a grading tangent.
Digimon might be the underrated gem for a big investment.
It's a Monday, it's 5am, cops chasing me and Nintendo power finds over the weekend.
Let's get a quick take on the the ever evolving grading world, better pull rates on sets, and some IR sauna
The big news on PSA is a double edge sword, and other companies have a unique opportunity to capitalize on this down time. We jump in to this news and more!
Quick run down of what we do with bulk, are pack breaks the new way to get product, and what do you trade in for cash or credit.
Code cards can be a terror, weighing packs are to variable, and why are cases for sealed product so expensive?
The new appreciation for the alternative art cards and the direction to meet collectors needs with beautiful cards.
Where is the common decency? Where is the respect? What is there to gain? I don't like scammers or the fact that we have to have so many ways to verify ourselves because people can't just be kind.
The rule of 3! Talking bout sealed product and some quick angry rants lol!
Look at this grading situation we are in. Is it worth it anymore?
I give a quick list anime that you should be watching if you love well choreographed fight scenes!
The problem with these boxes stores and meijer stores new card system.
Why are people ruining it for the rest of us! Crime doesn't pay, not even in Pokémon.
Pokemon has its fingers into everything from tv to plush toys but are they the best at everything? Could there be some instances where pokemon lack?
We look at the recent changes to PSA. The email from the president, the changes, and where we go from here!
Where's the line between scalping and funding the hobby?
Let's talk about Pokémon day and our favorite upcoming sets!
Grab a seat as we look into stores attempts at regulating card consumption and why scalping is bad!
Trading card hobby grading. Where to grade, when to grade, is it worth it? Let's scratch the surface of grading in today's market.
Diving into the hobby and questioning how the market, resale, and supply of cards is possibly diminishing the joy ripping cards used to have.