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A podcast about soccer and hockey cards. A different perspective that no one is talking about and why it is important to the hobby. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/specialonecards/support

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    • Feb 20, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 65 EPISODES


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    EPISODE 64 - Is 25 Years Old too Old?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 47:34


    On this episode we discuss the Immaculate release and go over the checklist in detail. We also discuss the Champions League, and we go back to the future and take a look at 1992 Score Gold Calcio and why this set is a sleeper!!Follow me on Instagram @SpecialOneCards and remember to sign up to be on our email list at www.ultimate90.com Please rate, review, comment, subscribe and spread the word about this podcast - appreciate all of you!!

    EPISODE 63 - Hobby Scandal, Ultimate90.com Update, and Retro Set!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 65:17


    On this episode we cover the hobby scandal involving Backyard Breaks, a quick update on the ultimate90.com website, a survey results update, and finally we dig into another 1990's Soccer Card set or should I say two sets in one episode! Remember follow me on instagram @specialonecards, also go to Ultimate90.com and sign up to be on the contact list. As always please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE, and give me GREAT REVIEWS!!!

    Episode 62 - 2024/25 Donruss Soccer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 62:35


    Welcome back to another episode! On this episode we cover the new 2024-25 Panini Donruss Soccer release. We will also go back in time and review an older set and key cards from that set! We then take a look at soccer card sales in January and focus on some interesting sales! Lastly, a recap on the Champions League games - specifically Benfica-Barcelona and PSG-Manchester City.

    Episode 61 Jonathan w/ @Futbolbreaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 38:25


    Special guest Jonathan who is on Instagram as @futbolbreaker - Learn about the breaking and how he started

    EPISODE 60 - 2024 and 2025 What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 73:38


    On today's episode we cover: 1, Review of 2024 2. GemRate Grading Recap of 2024 3. State of Soccer 4. Survey Why and What's Next 5. Panini Patches etc 5. Goals for 2025 - #the90goals - create a post on instagram and tag me using the hashtag #the90goals and add me as a collaborator so I can share across the network! Thank you for the support - remember to share, subscribe, and rate the episode! If you have time please flood my reviews and write a review!

    EPISODE 59 - Peacocks out of Select FIFA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 27:21


    Are they rare? I believe they are - again this is not financial advice but I believe my calculations are spot on with what I am seeing and have observed. Please like, share, and subscribe to my podcast with your network as it helps me continue to grow and reach more people. I am here to educate and help you realize where we are at with the Peacocks and why they are rarer than the market realizes. Follow me on instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 58 - Ballon D'Or Means Nothing to the Hobby

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 71:05


    A few topics on this episode: * Ruben Amorim moves to United what does that mean? * The Ballon D'Or has had a lot of controversy for many years * Topps Stadium Club Chrome * Player to watch - Liverpool fans be excited Don't forget to follow me on instagram @specialonecards - LIKE, FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH YOUR NETWORK, AND LASTLY LEAVE ME A REVIEW ON APPLE AND SPOTIFY!!! IT HELPS THANK YOU! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 57 - Special Guest @Wiggs_cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 79:34


    On Episode 57 we welcome a friend in the hobby as we discuss various topics within the hobby! I hope you all like this episode. Please remember to share, like, subscribe, and give me a review on my content! I want to improve. Remember to follow me on Instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 56 - Yamal Base Selling (Base is Relevant)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 33:37


    On this episode we cover the PSA populations reports on the recently released Topps Chrome UEFA product, and dive into the significance that Lamine Yamal base rookies have had on the pop report. We will cover the soccer market in general as well - how is the index performing on CardLadder. Lastly, we dive into a prospect that some of you might not know about and why this card should be considered a rookie in the hobby. Or better yet how are we actually going to mature to find some agreement on what a rookie is! Thanks for listening! Please follow, like, and subscribe to the page! Follow me on Instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 55 - Panini Select or Merlin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 45:04


    On Episode 55 I discuss my thoughts on Merlin vs. Panini FIFA Select. Which product do I like better and where the value will be now and in the future. We cover one rookie prospect to take a look at as well. Remember to share, like, and subscribe to my podcast. It helps me a ton! If you are not following me on Instagram follow me at @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 54 - PANINI SELECT FIFA

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 32:48


    On today's episode I discuss Panini Select Fifa 2023-24 and then we cover 6 players to really watch this year and reference where you can find their rookie cards! Please remember to review, share, like, and subscribe to my podcast it helps me grow the platform! Appreciate all of you! If you are not following me on instagram go to @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 53: Back Again Soccer Hobby Talk Fall Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 40:54


    Let's talk about our summer, general soccer hobby information, and some soccer prospects to start taking a look at for the fall! Remember to like and subscribe, oh and share the page with others who may not be listening! Thank you all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 52 - Topps Finest, Select La Liga, and Donruss Soccer . (And an update on what's up with me)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 25:01


    A little transparency from me and what is going on with my life given there ahven't been episodes in a few weeks. I will talk briefly about Select La Liga, Topps Finest, and Donruss (bigb breakdoqwn coming next week). Thank you all for the support! Follow me on instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 51 - Topps Flagship 2024 UEFA Club Competitions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 79:34


    On this episode we discuss the new Topps release and we break it down the whole way through. Some Champions League reactions and some personal details about me. If you are interested in getting into some breaks of flagship I would encourage you to try @CultofWax breaks on Fanatics - use this link for a free $25 towards a break https://www.fanatics.live/invite/5QEL-VFV8 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 50 - WE ARE BACK

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 52:43


    Back for our 50th Episode (wow) anyways on today's show we do a pulse check on the soccer market, talk MLS products, how to collect, and discuss some of the shows I have attended and will be attending. Oh yeah yes we covered the upcoming Donruss release along with a rookie deep dive plus a bonus of where I have been and what my plan is coming up. As always thank you for the support and if you are not following me on Instagram throw me a follow at @specialonecards. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 49 - FIFA Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 36:53


    On this episode we discuss the recent FIFA Awards for 2023, we look at what has happened to Goncalo Ramos - is there opportunity? And finally we look at a prospect from Norway who has an imminent transfer to Spurs on the table! As always follow me on instagram @specialonecards - please share, subscribe, and like the podcast. And if you have time leave me a review! Appreciate all of you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 48 - Why You Need to Be Careful?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 38:09


    We talk a little Topps Dynasty, we talk another rookie and why you should be careful with rookies, and lastly a little listener question (statement) on SGC vs. PSA! As always thanks for listening - don't forget to follow me on Instagram @specialonecards and share my podcast with your friends! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 47 - Welcome to 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 59:45


    On this episode we discuss some grading data, 2023 vs. 2022, what has changed, what the data tells me, and my 2024 outlook. We also do a feature discussion on Joao Neves, Benfica's new starboy. What in 2024 makes me bullish about the soccer market - listen to find out. As always thank you for listening. Let's make 2024 a great year for everyone. If you aren't following me on Instagram go to @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 45 - Topps Case Hits and Prospect Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 43:27


    On this episode we look at Topps products and their so called case hits or SSP, SP cards. Are we being flooded with too many case hits in various products? You make the call. Lastly, we look at three players that have been playing well and could present some opportunity for upside in terms of card purchases. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 44 - Special Guest @mabed8261

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 55:56


    On today's episode we talk the content creator who got busted last week after I recorded an episode regarding his previous podcast - it is ironic what has happened. Can the hobby forgive said "threapist" or does he just vanish like all of his social media, podcasts, and youtube? We discuss some pickups I have had and those price points and finally we had my good friend Malek on the pod - follow him on instagram @mabed8261 As always follow me on IG @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 43 - Data Dive and Rookie Previews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 43:43


    On this episode I dive back into data regarding some of the Gold cards out of Topps products this year and compare them to past Merlin releases. We then discuss some rookies I have been buying from this year's products - and finally Hobby Rant time. A trade/cash deal that has gone terribly wrong and criticizing another content producer (Don't care - as he would say shots fired) lol. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 42 - With Special Guest @CoachKoeCollectibles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 37:34


    On this episode I have another guest, you've probably seen him on your instagram reels and tik took stories, but we had a fun discussion on soccer. Listen to the episode to hear some interesting takes on soccer from @CoachKoeCollectibles! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 41 - Special Guest Mark, CEO of MyCardPost.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 42:40


    On this week's episode we talk with Mark the CEO of Mycardpost.com and how his site is revolutionizing the trading card marketplace by using a subscription based service. The site allows you to make trades as well. To sign up for mycardpost.com use this link https://mycardpost.com/register/YWZmaVBhdWxvMTU0Mjg1MTgxMQ== We then discuss some Champions League action and predictions for Wednesday's games.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 41 Special Guest Mark from MyCardPost

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 42:40


    On this week's episode we talk with Mark the CEO of Mycardpost.com and how his site is revolutionizing the trading card marketplace by using a subscription based service. The site allows you to make trades as well. To sign up for mycardpost.com use this link https://mycardpost.com/register/YWZmaVBhdWxvMTU0Mjg1MTgxMQ== We then discuss some Champions League action and predictions for Wednesday's games. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 40 - Special Guest Joseph Torviso host of The Futbolinho Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 71:52


    This week I sat down with Joseph Torviso (@thesoccercollector_) and host of The Futbolinho Podcast (@thefutbolinhopodcast). We discuss Messi's impact on the MLS, Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid, La Liga, and we debuted "The Special Ones Choice Game." Tune in to find out all about it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 39 - Soccer Market Overview (Bonus Prospect Feature)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 38:39


    On this episode we look at some notable sales from this year's Topps Finest set. We also take a look at a listener question regarding some of the legends of soccer and what is next in this segment of the hobby for soccer. Lastly, we take a look at a prospect you need to take a look at and consider buying his sticker. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 38 - Topps Finest Releases & Champions League Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 24:36


    We break down the 2022-23 Topps Finest set and what to expect. We go over the Champions League games from Tuesday and what to expect in Wednesday's game! Remember to follow me on instagram @specialonecards - lastly a Topps Finest break will be happening Wednesday night at 9:30pm EST - check me out on Whatnot and use this link for a $10 credit https://whatnot.com/invite/seller/specialonecards Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 37- International Hobby Break - Who Popped off?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 38:19


    In this episode I talk about the International break and focus on a few players to watch this year - as they performed well for their country - let's see if it carries over to their club teams. I discuss the recent auction involving two big cards. We discuss the Ronaldo situation with the Portuguese National team. Finally, I break down three u23 players to follow this season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 36 - New Season!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 35:19


    We discuss Topps Chrome 2022-23 early PSA population reports and who is the most graded player. I then take a look at 3 hobby darlings - what can we expect from them this year and should we buy? Lastly, a quick visit on a few u21 players I have been watching in this early season! Remember to follow me on instagram @specialonecards and send me questions! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 35 - The National, Soccer Card Autographs and the Soccer Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 26:12


    Some tips and tricks for the National - am I going? Find out on the podcast. Soccer Card autographs is the market saturated and lastly a high level view of the Soccer market. This will end Season 1 thank you all for the support and let's keep growing! Follow me on instagram @specialonecards! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 34 - Interview with Andrew @st_croix_cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 75:27


    A longer episode than usual but we had a great time talking futebol and the hobby. Please give Andrew a follow @st_croix_cards on instagram and check him out on his podcast on Slabstox FC --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

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    Episode 33 - Europa League Final and La Liga Rookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 36:02


    On today's episode we discuss the Europa League Final and what happened. I also go into a little of the Manchester Derby this weekend for the FA Cup. Finally, I take a look at a few rookies out of La Liga that I am keeping my eyes on! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 32 - An Interview with @Zipscards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2023 37:29


    We discuss his hobby journey and his strategy today and going forward. Give him a follow on instagram @zipscards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 31 - Fanatics Acquires PWCC, Europa League Final Preview, and @Zipscards Joins Us

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 45:18


    On today's episode we discuss Fanatics acquisition of PWCC - yes I am still complaining about the "for the hobby" guys - we break down the Europa League Final between Roma and Sevilla. This week's rookie features comes from the Bundesliga - yes I know it's weird that I bring the Bundesliga into the show. Lastly, a good hobby friend @Zipscards joins us to talk about his collecting journey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    BREAKING NEWS - HOBBY CONSOLIDATION

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 10:02


    Breaking news on this episode - hobby consolidation it is happening. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 30 - Scarcity in Donruss, and French League Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 39:06


    On this week's episode we break down the recent Champions League games, I identify 15 rookies in the Donruss set that released that have some uncanny scarcity, I discuss how other vintage sportscards stack up against soccer stickers/cards, and lastly a rookie prospect deep dive into the French League. I give you 4 rookies you should be looking at for future buying opportunities! Remember to follow me on IG @SpecialOneCards - all content will come here to the podcast before I post on IG! Make sure you enter the giveaway as well! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 29 - Too Much Soccer Product?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 43:04


    On this episode we talk about all the product coming out, we look back on the Champions League games from the past few days, and yes we do a prospect feature! Lastly, don't forget about the Pepe Rookie Sticker giveaway - listen for instructions on how to enter! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 28 - Does Haaland Make City that Much Better? Prospect Hunting and Steps

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 35:18


    On this episode we discuss whether or not Erling Haaland has made City a better team. I opened a box of Donruss hobby and want to give you my honest feedback. I also discuss some steps for investors to take into account when trying to speculate on players they may believe in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 27 - Topps Flagship and Champions League Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 40:00


    Topps Flagship, opportunities in the Champions League semi-finals, notable sales from Donruss and Topps 1st edition, some hobby news, and an interview with a special guest! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 26 - Donruss & 1st Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 39:13


    We talk Champions League and look at recent releases of Topps 1st Edition and Donruss. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 25 - Prizm Manga Talk, Champs League Preview, and Bonus Prospect Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 37:41


    A small talk about 1st Edition Topps, I break down the Champs League for next week and I discuss the top 10 most valuable players (based on transfer value) u23 not playing in the top 5 leagues that are not in the top 5 leagues. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 24 - Merlin Chrome Gold vs Atomic Gold, World Cup Prizm Data, and a Prospect

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 40:01


    I am back after enduring the arrival of my first son. Anyhow, on this episode we discuss Merlin Chrome True Gold vs Atomic Gold for the last two year's releases, I give you an update on World Cup Prizm 2022 data, and we look at a prospect playing over in the Dutch League. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 23 - Data Dive and A Special Guest Goncalo Ramos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 68:24


    We do a data dive on some of the hot striking properties in the game - including Victor Osimhen, Benjamin Sesko, Folarin Balogun, and a podcast favorite Goncalo Ramos! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 22 - A Chat with Mike aka @Vets.Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 68:35


    I hope you enjoy this episode, I had a friend on that I met a little over a year and a half ago to discuss the hobby, his roots, and some other controversial subjects. This was a great discussion with a former military man - we thank him for his service. Uncut, unrehearsed, and not scripted - we did this for transparency. Let me know what you think, if you want to come on the show shoot me a DM we can talk about it! Enjoy and as always give my IG page a follow @SpecialOneCards. Give my guest Mike a follow @Vets.Cards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 21 - Take Offers When You can

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 35:16


    Informal episode on the Champions League and some discussion on when to accept offers and why the first offer is always the best one you'll get. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    EPISODE 20 - Serie A Losing Stars - Prospect Feature - Interview with Greg Lanctot

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 54:25


    On this week's episode we welcome Greg Lanctot @datgregtho - he has a podcast called Puck Drop on @slabstox Network along with a French-Canadian podcast called "Show de Cartes." I also discuss Serie A and the impact of potential stars leaving that league on the hobby. Lastly, we discuss a player that I have been watching closely - yes another potential prospect for you to possibly chase. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 19 - Transfer Deals Enzo - Greenwood Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 29:18


    A shorter episode this week, but we talk about some transfer deadline deals specifically Enzo Fernandez! Another hot topic is that on Wednesday evening I received word that charges against Mason Greenwood may get dropped - how does this impact the hobby? We will see if this holds true on Thursday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 18 = World Cup Prizm Data including Base Cards - Cristiano Ronaldo, and Prospect Feature

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 39:10


    On this week's episode we talk about World Cup Prizm and early grading data. We also discuss Cristiano Ronaldo, Vitinha, and trading at card shows! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @specialonecards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 17 - Deco Rookies, Renaissance, and Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 43:22


    Happy New Year - we are back with an episode as we discuss Topps Deco, Merlin Renaissance inserts, and some prospects I am keeping my eye on. Send me some questions for next week! Glad to be back on! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/specialonecards/support

    Episode 16 - World Cup Thoughts, Messi Congrats, Ronaldo What Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 44:55


    On this episode I give you my reacting and thoughts of the World Cup. Yes I do congratulate Messi! Also, what of Ronaldo now - what happens with Portugal and his situation. I then discuss Merlin Chrome and a pattern I am seeing that is bringing the hobby back to the collecting side. Let me know your thoughts on that! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/specialonecards/support

    Episode 15 - World Cup QuarterFinals Preview and Goncalo Ramos

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 52:24


    A special episode projecting all the World Cup Quarterfinal games and we talk about Goncalo Ramos pricing off the charts! Oh and why being patient can be DECISIVE. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/specialonecards/support

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