Episodes
The UNTOLD Story: Licensing Art for Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods & Muh…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, host Ryan Alford interviews acclaimed sports artist Justyn Farano. They discuss Justin’s artistic journey, his creative process, and the unique value of...
Thanksgiving Card Rips, NFL Predictions & Hobby News You Need Today
SUMMARY In this special Thanksgiving episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden discuss how holiday traditions and the trading card hobby intersect. They share personal Thanksg...
Beyond The Price Tag: The Shocking Emotional Power of True Memorabilia
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast on the Radcast Network, host Ryan Alford interviews DJ Skee about the evolving world of collectibles. DJ Skee shares his journey from music to memorabili...
Snype, PSA, Fanatics & More — Major Shifts In The Card Market
SUMMARY In this pre-Thanksgiving episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden discuss the latest trends in the trading card market, including rising and falling player values. Br...
The 'Veblen Effect': Why Collectibles Get MORE Desired As Prices Skyr…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, host Ryan Alford interviews Dan Jamieson, CEO of Icons.com. Dan shares insights into the global sports memorabilia industry, highlighting Icons.com’s ex...
Ryan Alford, Brian Ludden & Brandon Steiner Talk What’s Wrong With Sp…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden welcome industry veteran Brandon Steiner. Together, they discuss the current sports landscape, the entertainment valu...
Sports Card Investing Tips That Actually Work
SUMMARY In this episode of "Trading Cards and Collectibles," host Ryan Alford welcomes Kunal Ahuja, founder of Sports Card Invest. They discuss the evolution of the sports card market, from the pandemic boom to recent, more s...
Why Digital Collectibles Are The New Sports Card Boom (NBA Top Shot +…
SUMMARY In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast, host Ryan Alford welcomes Jacob Eisenberg from NBA Top Shot to discuss the latest digital rookie drops, including highly anticipated one-of-one moments an...
Mike Baker's "Card Fact" Exposed: The Secret Data Big Graders WON'T S…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, host Ryan Alford interviews Mike Baker, a pioneer in card grading and founder of MBA Diamond. Baker discusses his early days at PSA, the challenges of b...
Is Whatnot’s $12B Valuation Real or Hype? Ryan and Brian Break It Down
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden discuss the latest trends in the hobby, including rising football card values, new basketball releases, and the impac...
STOP Buying 'Mystery' Boxes: The Industry OG Exposes Your Losing Bet
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, host Ryan Alford welcomes memorabilia legend Brandon Steiner to discuss the evolving sports collectibles industry. Brandon shares insights from his deca...
Shohei Ohtani Cards Are Breaking The Hobby. Is He The Greatest Collec…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, hosts Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden discuss the latest trends in the sports card market, spotlighting the surging popularity of quarterback Drake Maye an...
The $3,500 Prismatic 'God Pack' That Blew Our Minds (You Won't Believ…
SUMMARY In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles podcast, host Ryan Alford interviews Phill Faust, known as Beard Dad Cards, a well-known figure in the Pokémon card community. Phill shares his mission to make co...
Pikachu Beats Athletes: The Secret Reason Pokemon Value Crushes Sport…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast, host Ryan Alford interviews Zack Browning (aka Gem Mint Pokemon), a full-time trading card entrepreneur. They discuss the explosive growth and scarcity ...
Physical + Digital Collectibles is Future of Fan Engagement with Tare…
SUMMARY In this episode of "Trading Cards and Collectibles," host Ryan Alford interviews Tareq Nazlawy, CEO of Trace, about innovation in sports fandom. They discuss how Trace blends digital and physical collectibles to deepe...
VeeFriends Comic + Trading Cards Market Update | Collectibles News Yo…
SUMMARY In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast, Ryan Alford and Brian Ludden dive into the biggest headlines and hobby updates shaping the trading card market. The spotlight is on a major announcement: ...
Why Trading Cards Are Your Next Investment | Jeremy Aisenberg Intervi…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast," host Ryan Alford interviews Jeremy Aisenberg, founder of Talent Brand Labs and lifelong sports card enthusiast. Jeremy shares his journey in the hobby, ...
Building the Future of the Hobby, One Scan at a Time (Brian Ludden of…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles" podcast on the Radcast Network, host Ryan Alford welcomes Brian Ludden, co-founder of Ludex, as his new co-host. They discuss the evolution of the trading card h...
How Matty Rich is Transforming the Trading Card Hobby
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast," host Ryan Alford interviews Matty Rich, a respected trading card store owner and Topps dealer from South Carolina. They discuss Matty’s journey from onl...
Inside the Sports Card Market with Jason Koonce | Collecting, Grading…
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast," host Ryan Alford interviews Jason Koonce, founder and CEO of One Team International Agency. Jason shares his journey from childhood collector to industr...
How Dugout Mugs Built a $55 Million Collectibles Brand (Kris Dehnert …
SUMMARY In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast, host Ryan Alford sits down with Kris Dehnert, CEO of Dugout Mugs, to share the incredible story behind turning baseball bats into collectible mugs and bui...
Josh Luber on Fanatics, Trading Cards & the Future of Collecting | Ho…
🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast , host Ryan Alford sits down with Josh Luber , co-founder of StockX and Ghost , to talk about innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of th...
Gary Vaynerchuk on Why Trading Cards Are the Ultimate Investment Oppo…
SUMMARY In this episode of the Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast, host Ryan Alford welcomes Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary Vee) to discuss the VeeFriends trading card series with Topps Chrome and the evolving world of collecting....
Tom Fallos (The Card Carver) brings LUXURY NOSTALGIA to his craft by …
SUMMARY In this episode of the "Trading Cards and Collectibles Podcast," host Ryan Alford interviews artist Tom Fallos, known as "The Card Carver." Tom shares his journey from facing skepticism to gaining recognition for his ...