Slab Talk Sports Card Show

This show was my first time setting up as a dealer at one of the biggest card shows of the year. I always use card shows as an opportunity to shift my collection in real ways and this show wasn't any different. I made some huge sales and pickups as my collection continues to change in this evolving market. I talk about the advantages and disadvantages of setting up as a dealer, how the market feels, and trade night. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

I'm back! And I'm energized to come back to content in a new way. On this episode, we talk about Donovan Mitchell getting traded and the new about Kevin Durant staying in Brooklyn. Then I dive into major changes to my PC and more importantly how I approach it. Trading MJ for Justin Herbert?? I'll tell you why and I think I might be on to something. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

This is the second part of our National episodes this week. This is the where we really dive into the deals that fundamentally changed our collections for the better. We talk about narrowing our PCs and trading a good long term card for shorter term potential especially if you're having to take a loss on a card. We talk Willie Mays, Bill Russell, Tim Duncan, Hulk Hogan and Justin Herbert just to name a few. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

The National 2022 is over and... it was AWESOME. It was awesome mostly because Rob and I got to me, the hobby is so alive with a ton of positive energy and momentum, and it was truly the best because of all the listeners that came up and showed some love. We appreciate you. On Part 1 we dive into the vibes of the show, the difference between walking around and setting up as a dealer, and differences between having cash and trading at these card shows. Then we break down a major sale that Aamil made of the 1985 Michael Jordan Nike Promo 10. A roller coaster of a deal that gets done and all of a sudden, Aamil is collecting Justin Herbert. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

The National is only one week away and on today's episode we do a full breakdown of our strategy going into what we feel is the Hobby New Year. Aamil talks about his plan to go after a huge Tim Duncan Rookie card as a major staple of his collection and Rob is going in with less of a plan but with the hopes of finding something he's not expecting. Regardless, we both plan on making moves and we also very excited about meeting one another for the first time. We also talk about some logistics to keep in mind to maximize your time there. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

As always, Rob is making moves... but his mindset is changing and today we talk about it. A couple years ago it felt like we would never be able to get our hands on the cards that truly matter to the collecting world but like everything that goes up, it must come down. And it is now time to be looking at your own personal grail cards because this will be a time over the next weeks, months, and years that it will be possible if you put your mind to it and we definitely are. We also talk about set collecting and how much more possible that has become again. If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

Just weeks after the NBA season ends, and the league is already on fire! Major moves including, Gobert to the Timberwolves, Murray to the Hawks, Jalen Brunson to the Knicks and Kevin Durant on the move again? How do the moves affect card values for Anthony Edwards, Donovan MItchell, Luka Doncic, Trae Young and Kevin Durant? If you're enjoying the show, we really appreciate a subscribe and rating/review. You can also follow us on our social media accounts below for more content. Thank you! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

On this episode, Both Rob and I are making moves! One more than the other but not what you think. Aamil is also back in the action having attended trade night in San Antonio at Boomtown Sports Cards. We talk about what card I traded to get a Tua Rookie Donruss Optic Downtown. If you've been following along, you'll definitely recognize the card. Trading is a tool that allows you to change your card collection way faster which can help in giving yourself another strategy if one isn't working or if you are tired of a certain card in your collection without having to find a cash buyer. Congrats to Rob on the big news and we are both excited to meet each other and all of you at the National. Follow us on instagram to find out where we will be setting up. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

On this episode, as an offshoot of our NBA Finals Recap, we discussed how long does Jayson Tatum have to play before people stop trading his rookie cards on what he could become, but rather what he has done (i.e. the Bradley Beal effect)? And by way, lower the ceiling that people would pay for his cards. We also talk about where Giannis, Luka and Zion falls in their "Trading on Potential" windows. To end the pod, we also discuss how we actually engage with the hobby on a day to day basis and how we find true joy out of this hobby that we spend so much time on. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

On this episode, Rob and Aamil take a deep dive into what is actually going on in the market. We are at a pivotal time with a lot of negative talk in the market and it's time to really look at the different tiers of cards (high, middle and low end) since the story is different across the tiers. We also look at the Stephen Curry and Lebron James markets to get a sense of whether or not it is better to buy the GOATS or is it better to take some more risks with younger players that have untapped potential. We end the show talking about the NBA Finals and who we think will be the eventual NBA Champions of the 2021/22 Season. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theslabtalk/message

Rob is already making moves adding a huge 1933 Babe Ruth Goudey Rookie card to his collection. Aamil and Rob also discuss the NBA Finals - is this the worst playoffs as a viewer in the last 10 years? Then, the first of many National preparation conversations. The biggest sports card show of the year will be here in just 48 days. What are they doing now to prepare for the National? Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Aamil is back! Aamil and his wife just moved into the their newly renovated home and we get into the home buying/renovating process. We're adulting on this week's episode. Of course, we also had to get in to Rob's huge Lebron James Rookie Auto pickup from last week. Congrats to our guy Rob. What a pickup. We also discuss the NBA finals. What would it mean to Stephen Curry and Jayson Tatum to win a championship and the ultimate collectability conversation for both. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

With Aamil out this week, Rob brings in a huge guest. Josh with CardLadder joins to talk to Rob about what it means to acquire a huge chase card like the one Rob just acquired with his recent buy of a 2003 Lebron James Ultimate Collections Autograph Rookie /250. Rob and Josh also discuss what's happening in the market. Josh and his team at CardLadder have built one of the biggest data aggregation tools in the hobby so they have access to some of the most up to date and accurate data the hobby has to offer. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

The guys start off by recapping Rob's experience at Rick Probstein's Autographfest Card Show in New Jersey this past weekend. They talk about what the show was like and how it was to see Ric Flair, Allen Iverson Michael Vick and more in person. The main topic of the show is a discussion about what drives more people to buy a player's cards - a player's Legacy or rather the potential a player has. We discuss the Giannis, Tatum, Stephen Curry, and the Chris Paul markets as part of that discussion. Thanks for listening and if you'd like to watch the video podcast version, make sure to check it out on Spotify. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

If you've been listening you know that Aamil has struggled on what to do next with his collection. With a lot of money tied up in nice high end cards, that can mean less activity in the hobby, and that's opposite of what we want out of this hobby. Aamil and Rob dive into what it means to truly buy cards for the long term and adjusting expectations as a lot of things have changed in the hobby. They also talk about taking into consideration some of the macroeconomic trends that are taking place in our world at this moment as we look at the broader Sports Card Strategy. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Rick Probstein is the Biggest Consignment house on eBay under "Probstein123". If you're looking at cards on eBay, you've definitely come across cards being sold through his consignment house. We answer questions like what is consignment, why do people use it, and how auction houses operate in the hobby. Consignment also has a darker side as well. It's the center of the conversation when we talk about shill bidding and some of the market manipulation that can occur because of the natural incentives that exist in the consignment world. The discussion definitely gets lively as we talk about some of the real problems that exist. We appreciate Rick being on the show and having the discussion with us. The Bounce Episode 23. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

It is no secret that Rob's goal is to obtain a $100,000 Grail Card by the end of the year. At last weekend's Hoftra Card Show, Rob got $34,000 closer to that goal. We talk through what card he sold, how the deal went down, and what's next for Rob and Aamil in the collecting journey's. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Hobby legend Erik Myers joins the show. He has been collecting for 16 years and own a multi-million dollar collection having some of the biggest collectible you can think of. We talk about navigating a high end market that is much harder to get into with the prices having exploded over the last two years and how he would be thinking about leveling up his collection if he started today. We talk about the importance of using data research tools and being a student of the hobby. We also debate National Treasures vs Flawless. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Rob only bought his Tatum Flawless Rookie Patch Auto card just about 6 weeks ago and in that time period, he nearly double his money. In this episode we dissect how the deal went down, how he negotiated it, and what his thought process was on this flip. It is a great episode where Aamil and Rob really talk about the types of decisions that are being made during a transaction like this. If you're enjoying the episodes, please subscribe and leave a review! It's all we ask and helps us a lot. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Both Aamil and Rob have some major cards of players playing in this years playoffs including Tatum, Morant, Giannis, and Steph Curry. We talk about what our plans our with those cards and how we think about those plays heading into the post season. Over the last week, there have also been some huge names in pop culture that have participated in the hobby. Logan Paul wore his $5.3m Pikachu card around his neck at Wrestlemania and Drake participated in a box break with Ken Goldin. What do these names and others like Gary Vee do for the hobby? Does it help, hurt, or move the needle at all and how we look at it as collectors. If you're enjoying the episodes, please subscribe and leave a review! It's all we ask and helps us a lot. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

On this episode, Rob talks about his latest pickups in the Vintage Card World. Over the weekend he bought iconic rookie cards of Wilt Chamberlain and Hank Aaron. There are definitely differences with cards that are from the 1950s and 60s and Aamil and Rob discuss the thought process. We talk about seeing grade of the card differently than just targeting PSA 10s as we are all accustomed to caring about so much and what the vintage market looks like when trying to resell the cards. If you're enjoying the episodes, please leave a review! It's all we ask and helps us a lot. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Flipping cards can definitely be risky, but there is a lot of fun in trying to be right. Ultimately, that's the catalyst that makes buying cards of active players a lot of fun. You can make a Sports Card "bet" on what you think what might happen and/or how you think people will react to it and if you're right, chances are you will have an opportunity to make some money on a card. We talk about buying a player when it doesn't feel good like Kyrie Irving or Zion Williamson this season. We also talk about whether or not the narrative around Kevin Durant can change, making him more collectable. It's a fun conversation and if you like the idea of buying current players, you'll enjoy this one. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Some of the most common questions we get - How can you figure out value of a card when there aren't a lot of comps? How can you determine and use multipliers based on other sales of comparable grades or players? How we use eBay sales in determining a card's value? On this episode, we discuss all of these topics. If you're buying cards right now, you're going to want to listen to this one! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

Russell Wilson is now a Bronco after the huge trade announcement made today. Aamil and Rob talk about what that means for his card market and whether or not he is a buy. The main part of the episode is all about Rob's major moves after freeing up $30,000 from the New Jersey Trade Show two weekends ago. He's already spent the majority of it and the crazy thing is, Rob is making NBA prospecting moves instead of safe GOAT buys. We deep dive into what players he believes in, what cards he bought, and how it went down. Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

If you've been following Rob, you know he's been hitting the show circuit pretty hard as a deal. This weekend was one of Rob's biggest of the last 6 months and we talk through what the New Jersey Trade show was like and if too many card shows are cannibalizing each other in different parts of the country. Rob also sold many of his large cards at the show and is now figuring out what to do with $35,000! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

The Football season is now over but for our Football Card collector friends out there, it is now one of the best times of the year to take some shots on quarterbacks for the next season. We always say buy when it doesn't feel good or when the attention is elsewhere, so Rob and Aamil discuss all the possible plays including Kyler Murray, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson etc. If you're listening on Spotify, don't forget to to vote in the poll! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob start the show by talking about the Rams winning the SuperBowl! Congrats to the Rams. And to Aamil for picking the right winner on last weeks episode. Rob has to give one of his most cherished cards away to Aamil - find out which one. They also talk about all the NBA Trade Deadline Drama that took place last week headlined by the Harden for Simmons deal. They also talk Mavs dumping Kristaps and how the Lakers did nothing. Which players' cards are going to be the most affected by the moves? Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob discuss what is happening in markets outside of Basketball, Football and Baseball. There is a lot going on in the collectible world and we finally take some time to discuss what it would take for these markets to continue to grow. We talk Pokemon, Wrestling, Pop Culture collectibles, and Soccer as potentially the market that has the most upside. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, the massive card lost in the mail saga comes to end. Rob talks about how he and the seller came a solution and how he feels about it. We also dive in to Card Shows including what the pulse of the hobby feels like, how people are transacting, and best practices. To finish it off, Rob and Aamil breakdown another great weekend of NFL Playoffs and how the card market is reacting the Joe Burrow and Matt Stafford making it to the Superbowl. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob discuss their recent pickups, but unfortunately, Rob's big pickup of the week is lost in the mail. We discuss how he's feeling about it, what steps he is taking and the fact that it was a trade and whether or not that affects how he trades online in the future. Aamil made some major additions to his PC and they discuss the importance of liquidity and patience. They also talk about the best weekend in Football ever and how the results will affect the card prices of Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Joe Burrow. At the end of the show they talk about some of the bad events that have taken place in the hobby over the last week including Marx Cards debacle with PSA and CardPorn stepping down as "Hobby Watch Dog" Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob discuss plays they've made or in Aamil's case a play he is considering making. Rob talks Hank Aaron and Lebron James while Aamil ponders making Ja Morant a real pillar of his collection. We also breakdown the massive new that Fanatics bought Topps, a major move after already signing licensing agreements with the NBA and NFL just last summer. What does that mean for the hobby? Does this create a dangerous monopoly? What are the potential awesome things that could come out of it? Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Rob and Aamil talk about what 2022 may look like for them. They discuss strategies, players they are targeting, and potentially what could happen in 2022 that could help the Sports Card hobby to continue to grow. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

Rob shares some amazing news in his personal life to start the show and then Aamil and Rob breakdown the last year in Sports Cards. A lot has changed in the Sports Card Hobby over the last year so they discuss how their collecting process has changed, their biggest additions to their collections, biggest mistakes and what we are takeaway with us into the New Year. Thank you to all of our listeners for an amazing year. We appreciate you. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob discuss the idea of turning your collection and the value of being an active buyer and seller in the Sports Card Market. They talk about best practices on Ebay including how they price BIN listings and how and they use auctions. They also talk about best practices of buying/selling on Instagram. The card hobby is robust and there is a great way to build community on Instagram. Also, is Stephen Curry as collectable as MJ, Kobe, and Lebron? Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob talk through a couple plays they've made in the last week. Aamil traded for a 2014 Anthony Davis Prizm Gold /10 BGS 9.5 True Gem, using his Lebron Kaboom PSA 9 as a the main piece of the deal. We talk about going from a Lebron James card to an Anthony Davis card, our view on inserts, and how to play the narrative game when it comes to Basketball cards. Rob added a Lebron Autograph card to his collection and immediately had an opportunity to flip it for double the value at the New Jersey Card Show this past weekend. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

On this episode, Aamil and Rob break down their complete decision making process of what condition they are buying their cards in once they've identified the card they want. Starting from high level of raw vs graded. If they are buying a card graded, which is mostly what they are doing, they go into what grades they consider, how the population of the grades plays into it, and how the grading company affects their decision. It's all about process here at The Bounce. We hope you enjoy. Please leave a rating and review if you do! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk To Sign up for CardLadder, the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk: https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=aamil

With bellies full of Turkey post Thanksgiving, Rob and Aamil reflect on the last year of their hobby and personal lives with a focus on what they are thankful for. They also talk through the pillars of Aamil's collection as they look back on the year. On this episode, they discuss a few recent card plays involving Hulk Hogan, Patrick Mahomes and Cam Reddish. This episode is all about process. More about the cards that they bought and sold, it's about the reasons why including topics about owning cards that are more liquid, autograph/patch cards, PC vs Investment, and NBA card prospecting. Hosts: Aamil Sarfani - https://www.instagram.com/theslabtalk/ Rob Girard - https://www.instagram.com/sportscardtherapist/ The Slab Talk Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb3gwqePYZa8TXiP5Y-pGmA All Slab Talk Content - https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

This is the very first episode of our new show on the Slab Talk Feed. The Bounce with Rob @Sportscardtherapist (IG) and Aamil @Theslabtalk (IG). On this episode we are discussing which sport, NFL or NBA, is more collectible. Rob takes the side of Football and Aamil takes the side of Basketball. We talk about how the game contributes to how fans collect the players, the size of the viewership, and the future of these sports. This episode in particular is a fun episode with plenty of debates so don't forget to subscribe for more! Hosts: Aamil Sarfani @theslabtalk and Rob Girard @Sportscardtherapist Sign up for the CardLadder - the preferred data research tool of Slab Talk For More Content

On this episode, I talk about the Dallas Card show as a recap from the last episode on the feed where you heard me prep for the show. The main part of the today's episode is about me self reflecting on my collection a bit and being okay with not knowing exactly where you want to go next. I have a lot of my Card money in the market right now and patience is really important for me to exhibit as I figure out my next move in the hobby. Thanks for listening. Host: Aamil Sarfani @theslabtalk For More Content on IG and Youtube: https://linktr.ee/slabtalk

At the Dallas Card Show, I sat down with Demian Werner, COO, and Mike Baker, CEO of Mike Baker Authenticated to talk about their company. We talk about why authenticate already graded cards through them, the different levels and what they mean, and what they believe their value in their market is. There is no doubt that the cards authenticated by MBA are getting a premium in the market place, so it was a really insightful conversation on why. I submitted 4 cards with them, so you will see why I picked those four and the results of that submission. For More Content Follow @Mbadiamond on IG Follow @Theslabtalk on IG

On this episode, I talk about preparing for the Dallas Card Show. The three topics you will hear about are PC vs Investment purchase decision and why they are so different to me, what players I am targeting with the start of the NBA season, and what cards of those players I am looking for. Leave a Voice Message Follow me on IG @TheSlabTalk For More Content Sign Up for CardLadder - The Preferred Data Research tool of Slab Talk

On this episode, I talk to Jameson with @Alamogem_sports_cards on IG about the grading process to help determine which cards out of the 11 I brought with me that we are going to send to PSA for grading. I ask him questions like how does he determine what cards to send, what company he is going to send them to, and how the high grading prices of $150/card change his strategy. Thanks to Sports Cards Plus in San Antonio for hosting. Guest: @Alamogem_Sports_Cards Host: Aamil @TheSlabTalk on IG For More Content

On this episode Rob with @Sportscardtherapist joins to talk about the importance of mental health, why he became a therapist, and his approach to "If you take care of yourself, you can take care of your collection". We also get into some Football talk and the compare Brady and Mahomes cards to figure out, is Brady undervalued or is Mahomes Overvalued? Also is the card market becoming less reactionary? We talk through some really awesome questions and give Rob a follow on his Youtube/Podcasts! Guest: Rob @Sportscardtherapist on IG Host: Aamil Sarfani @theslabtalk on IG For More Content Sign up for CardLadder - The preferred data aggregation tool of Slab Talk

If you like flipping basketball cards, this is the episode for you. Last week, Vanson and I talked about prospecting from the perspective of managing risk and how it fits into our overall strategy. Prospecting is fun because it's like sports betting but honestly better. The more you learn that there are options and different sets/parallels, the better you can do. We dive deep into what cards we are looking for after we decide what players/teams we are betting on. We talk about graded vs raw cards and Overvalued vs Undervalued. Guest: Vanson @the_cardprofessor on IG Host: Aamil Sarfani @theslabtalk on IG Sign up for CardLadder For More Content

On this episode, Vanson @The_Cardprofessor (IG) joins to talk about our approach to prospecting in Sports Cards. We take deep dive into how we manage our risk in Sports Cards in order to bet on players we believe in safely. We also break down my Basketball Portfolio into the Legends, Stars and Prospects that I am invested in. If you like to prospect in Sports Cards or are trying to make sense of it for yourself, this is a great episode. Sign up for Card ladder Guest: Vanson - Follow him on IG @the_CardProfessor Host: Aamil Sarfani - Follow me on IG @theslabtalk For More Content

On this episode, Eddie, the CEO of Investacard joins to talk about his strategy when it comes to treating Sports Cards as investments. We both share our short term and long term investing strategies and what types of cards fit those categories. We also talk about leveraging sports cards through Investacard's newest product "Sports Cards Advance". We discuss when and how to leverage your collection and for what cards it's right for. Guest: Eddie - CEO of @Investacard https://www.investacard.com/ Host: Aamil Sarfani @theSlabTalk For More Content

On this episode, Mark Zablow, the owner of Bleecker Trading, joins the show to discuss how he started his Sports Card Shop located in the West Village in New York City. Bleecker Trading is one of the most unique shops that I've had the chance to visit and is focused on bringing cultural relevance to the hobby in aims of making Sports Cards more mainstream through the use of influencer marketing. We discuss influencer marketing, the challenges to opening up a card shop, real estate in NYC, and Fanatics taking over licensing. Guest: Mark Zablow @BleeckerTrading Host: Aamil Sarfani @TheSlabTalk For More Content

On this episode, Jimmy Mahan @Kentuckybasketballcards joins the show to talk about his story. Jimmy was responsible for starting the infamous trade nights at the National for the last 5 years so we talk about how it started, why he put it together the way he did, and what the future of those trade nights and Card Shows are. We also talk about his card shops in Lexington Kentucky called Kentucky Road Show Shop. He will be opening three more across the country so we dive in to that and how the recent news of Fanatics taking over the licenses to produce cards for the NBA, NFL, and MLB might affect card shops. Host: Aamil Sarfani For More Content

On this episode, Jesse Craig, the head of business development at PWCC, joins to talk about the concerns surrounding Shill Bidding, the rise of Auction houses, and the future of PWCC. With their new platform in development, we dove into some of the new features that will be added to their platform to make it the best place to buy and sell Sports Cards. Host: Aamil Sarfani @TheSlabTalk on IG For More Content Sign up for CardLadder, our preferred data research tool

On this episode, we talk about eBay terminating its relationship with PWCC, their biggest third party consignor of Sports Cards, accusing them of Shill Bidding. This is a big accusation but a very broad and nuanced subject that we discuss on today's episode. We talk about Shill Bidding and how to identify it so that you can become a more informed buyer in the Sports Card world. Host: Aamil Sarfani (@TheSlabTalk on IG) For More Content To Sign up for CardLadder, the Preferred Data Research tool of Slab Talk

On this live episode, Adam (IG-@thereal27guy) joins me to break down the massive news that Fanatics has struck a licensing deal with MLB, NBA, and NFL to produce Sports Cards after the Topps and Panini deals expire in 2025. There are a lot of interesting hobby ramifications that we will discuss including what the next three years potentially look like, and what this means for the hobby. We will also talk about the historical nature of the news as we usher in a new era of Sports Cards. To Follow me on Instagram, Youtube, and Tik Tok and to Sign up for CardLadder: https://linktr.ee/slabtalk Host: Aamil Sarfani Guest: Adam Grey @TheReal27Guy - IG