You Can't Comp This: NBA Trading Card Podcast

Episode 237: Oz Nationals Recap, Panini Sigs, Hobby Movement & Classic Cards

Send us a text In Episode 237 of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz break down a huge week in the hobby:Oz Nationals Recap: The highs, lows, crowded aisles, and standout pickups. From Pokémon to NBA grails, what worked and what needs tweaking for next year.Panini Signings: Who’s putting pen to sticker? We run through the latest autograph deals and what they could mean for collectors.Hobby Movement: Market index trends, card ladder data, and why sales are climbing back toward pre-COVID peaks.Classic Cards: From Kabooms and Beam Teams to Kobe’s Chrome vs. LeBron, we kick off a new segment debating what makes a card timeless.It’s a packed show covering events, comps, and some serious hobby health check-ups.Thank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading CardsUse the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. Game Time International: Best Mags In The Hobby The Hobby Hangout XL: June 1st Click Here For Tickets Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community

Episode 236: Alvaro O'Hehir, Card Shows & Caitlin Clark Market Watch

Send us a textBody: In this week’s episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adam are joined by Alvaro O’Hehir from Fast Break Trading Cards. We talk about the huge year he’s had — from organising CollectFest Melbourne with Topps to preparing for Macau. Alvaro shares shop stories, lessons learned in prospecting, and why Pokémon and One Piece are taking over cabinets.Then, we shift gears to Caitlin Clark. With her injury sidelining her season, what happens to the value of her cards? From $175K blockchain Kabooms to PSA 10 silvers, we break down recent sales, compare them to Zion and Wemby trends, and ask the tough question — should collectors be panicking or patient?We round things out with a look at Steph Curry’s Select gold vs. green pricing, plus some market oddities that just don’t add up.Thank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading CardsUse the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. Game Time International: Best Mags In The Hobby The Hobby Hangout XL: June 1st Click Here For Tickets Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community

Episode 235: Timeless Moments – Billion-Dollar Projections, Retail vs Hobby, and Power Packs

Send us a text In this Timeless Moments episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz dive deep into the state of the hobby with fresh data, collector insights, and a few laughs along the way.Topics include:Target projecting trading card sales could hit $1 billion next year, while Walmart reports a 200% spike driven by Pokémon, Magic, and sports cards.The balance between retail and hobby boxes — accessibility, affordability, and the flipping culture that comes with it.The rise of Power Packs: instant online repacks, gambling-like mechanics, and whether this hybrid could reshape the future of collecting.Market data from Card Ladder showing $416 million spent on trading cards in August alone — proof the hobby is alive and growing despite the negativity.From Pokémon’s mainstream impact to the appreciation of iconic legends like Jordan, Kobe, and Steph Curry, the guys explore why cards remain a tangible, respected asset in 2025.Thank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading CardsUse the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. Game Time International: Best Mags In The Hobby The Hobby Hangout XL: June 1st Click Here For Tickets Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community

Episode 234: Caitlin Clark Injury, Kawhi’s Contract Controversy & All-Time Card Talk

Send us a text In this week’s episode of You Can’t Comp This, Russell and Adz cover a huge mix of hobby stories and NBA news.We start with Caitlin Clark’s season-ending injury and what it means for her card values, the WNBA market, and the collectors who’ve invested big. From Prism silvers to $35K RPAs, are buyers about to get burnt?Then it’s onto Kawhi Leonard and the under-the-table contract speculation that has echoes of the Joe Smith scandal in Minnesota. Salary cap circumvention, fake carbon companies, and whether the Clippers could face massive penalties — it’s all on the table.The boys also dive into “All-Time Cards,” including Kobe’s iconic 2008 Topps Chrome guarded by LeBron, and discuss whether now is the right time to buy Kobe, Steph, and other legends.Packed with comps, opinions, and plenty of laughs, this episode checks the pulse of the hobby and looks ahead to what’s next.Thank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading CardsUse the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. Game Time International: Best Mags In The Hobby The Hobby Hangout XL: June 1st Click Here For Tickets Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community

Episode 233: Three Old Guys Talking the greatest centers of all time

Send us a text This bonus episode of You Can’t Comp This completes the three-part crossover series with Andrew Lewis and Dan Shea from the Three Old Guys Talking Ball podcast. The spotlight is on the greatest centers in NBA history, with a spirited draft that pits Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s unstoppable skyhook, Shaquille O’Neal’s dominance, Bill Russell’s unmatched championship pedigree, and Wilt Chamberlain’s staggering records against one another. The discussion balances sharp basketball analysis with playful banter, highlighting how each player shaped the game and their place in NBA lore. True to the You Can’t Comp This spirit, the conversation also dives into the hobby, from iconic rookie cards to PSA grades and collector insights that bring these legends into the trading card world. Lively, nostalgic, and packed with both hoops history and hobby talk, this episode is a fitting conclusion to a fun and fiery collaboration between two passionate basketball podcasts. Thank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading CardsUse the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. Game Time International: Best Mags In The Hobby The Hobby Hangout XL: June 1st Click Here For Tickets Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community