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From Vintage to Ultra Modern, from generational GOATs to today's hottest hobby stars, it was once again a massive year for PSA on-site grading at the National Sports Collectors Convention. Hobbyists save some of the biggest cards imaginable to grade on-site with PSA each July at the industry's biggest show of the year. In this installment of Hit Draft, the guys not only recap some favorites that passed through the PSA grading operation this year in Chicago, but then curate their dream collections from a pool of cards that is as premium as they come.

In the latest installment of the The Index, a pair of red-hot names in the Baseball space lead the way in this in-depth look at some of the most notable hobby player and card trends from June 2023, backed by data from ⁠Card Ladder⁠. The continued rise of once-in-a-generation talent Shohei Ohtani, plus the burst onto the scene of Elly De La Cruz made some major market waves last month. Card Ladder's Chris McGill leads the way as we take a deeper look at that and much more.

In the latest edition of Guest Submissions, PSA President Ryan Hoge drops by the studio with several updates of value to collectors and customers. Hoge gives some teases on PSA's presence at the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago, discusses current PSA grading specials and how they are strategically developed, talks about the latest enhancements to the PSA app and much more as we head into the second half of 2023.

We're back with another installment of The Index, with an in-depth look at some of the most notable hobby player and card trends from May 2023, backed by data from ⁠Card Ladder⁠. In this month's with Card Ladder's Chris McGill, we look at some vintage and modern GOATs whose card sales made major waves last month. Also, some notable index movements on the hardwood, and a rookie card of one of the NFL's top young QBs that is trending up with training camp around the corner.

Whether their careers end in the Hall of Fame or short of enshrinement, being a No. 1 overall pick in one of the major professional sports' drafts is a distinction that lives on forever. Especially with hobbyists. In this edition of Hit Draft, the guys build their collections from a pool of incredible cards featuring memorable top choices in the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL drafts. As a collector, who is YOUR favorite No. 1 overall pick of all-time?

In this edition of Guest Submissions, hobby veteran Brett McGrath - host of the Stacking Slabs podcast - is back. McGrath, an Indianapolis native who is a lifelong Colts fan and collector, dives into the thrill of chasing a new modern player PC in the wake of his favorite team drafting a potential franchise quarterback for the first time in a decade. Brett discusses his unique approach to player collecting, the importance of tailoring a PC around what truly connects with you and his plans for building an Anthony Richardson collection within the current hobby landscape.

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We're back with another installment of The Index, this time taking a look at some of the most notable hobby player and card trends, backed by data from Card Ladder. As we recap April 2023 with Card Ladder's Chris McGill, we discuss the biggest sale ever of a pro wrestling card, focus in an an NBA Playoffs standout whose market took a big upturn last month and also a rising NFL star whose hobby steam just refuses to cool during the offseason months.

April means the NBA Playoffs are underway, providing some of sports' best theater of the calendar year. And for basketball card collectors, the sport's hobby heat is reaching its annual peak, as well. So we've rounded up 12 absolute grails of some of the top names playing in this year's postseason for this edition of Hit Draft, as the guys make the tough decisions making their picks out of this insane, uniquely-curated treasure chest.

Welcome back to The Index, where we discuss the previous month in the hobby from the vantage point of price data and market trends, provided by CardLadder. The look back at March 2023, led by CardLadder's Chris McGill, will include what to make of a very notable Tom Brady rookie card sale, how to analyze the current hobby standing of Luka Doncic, a sneaky 2019 Patrick Mahomes card that is gaining some steam and much, much more.

In this edition of Guest Submissions, PSA's Ryan Sabga, who leads the company's growing Funko Pop! authentication & grading operation, joins the show. With a unique and eclectic collecting background of his own, Ryan discusses what the company has seen and learned in the first six months since launching this new service. Plus, he goes in-depth on the numerous benefits for collectors grading Funko Pop! figures, and discusses where the service is evolving and heading in the coming year.

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In this installment of HIT DRAFT, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer and Chris McGill build collections from a genuine mixed bag of big ticket items. "March Madness" extends well beyond the hardwood here, as this curated draft pool features a little bit of everything, from basketball and baseball to Pokémon and additional surprise categories. Take a listen and try to determine what your strategy would be in this 3-round snake draft if you held a pick.

In this edition of Guest Submissions, Collectors & PSA Director of Customer Care Chris Carlin joins the show. Chris became a giant in the industry over the past two decades during his time at Upper Deck. In the past year since coming to Collectors, he has not only gone all in on new collecting ventures to learn everything about PSA’s services and processes from the customer POV, but also used that intel and brought his wealth of experience over to help the company’s customer support efforts take major strides forward. He discusses it all, including some notable glimpses at what lies ahead in 2023 and beyond as the customer experience at PSA only continues to improve.

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Welcome to the first installment of The Index, where we discuss the previous month in the hobby from the vantage point of price data and market trends, provided by CardLadder. This includes notable auction prices realized and market swings, both by player and by card. February 2023's notes we'll dive into with Chris McGill include a massive Mickey Mantle sale, what to make of Trae Young from a hobby perspective and much more.

In the first installment of HIT DRAFT, with Spring Training now underway, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer and Chris McGill build their baseball grail collections in this 3-round snake draft. The curated draft pool features beautiful and unique items of some of the game's top names in the eyes of hobbyists, from hot talent Julio Rodriguez to bona fide superstar slugger Aaron Judge.

Super Bowl weekend is upon us, and to get ready with a good hobby twist, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer and Chris McGill dive into another perfectly curated hit draft, this time featuring nine grails of Super Bowl QBs both present and past. Also, an NBA-focused installment of Stock Up / Stock Down, including the hobby impact of both the Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant trades that went down this week.

Last month, Goldin unveiled a pair of new, attractive buying/selling platforms for those in the hobby, each offering something for every collector - the Goldin Marketplace and Goldin Weekly Auctions. For buyers and sellers alike, this launch is the latest major development from Collectors in creating the full, frictionless experience that connects PSA grading, the Collectors Vault and now buying and selling with an industry leader. Goldin CEO Ross Hoffman took the time to join The PSA Pod to discuss the new platforms in-depth, including current key features and what lies ahead as the Goldin customer experience continues to develop and grow.

Before diving fully into the upcoming Super Bowl match-up from the hobby perspective - though we do give a taste this week - the guys are headed to the hardwood for the ultimate hit draft, featuring the just-announced starters in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. The selection includes true grails, RPAs, unique 1/1s and much more, featuring some of the biggest names in both the game and in basketball cards.

Even without several of his key flagship rookie cards on the market yet, Brock Purdy's name is front and center in just about every hobby discussion right now. But is the 49ers' rookie QB going to be a legit, long-term fixture under center for the 49ers? What does his ceiling look like? And what does his emergence mean for Trey Lance moving forward? X's and O's expert Brett Kollman joins the show to weigh in on all of it, with insights that can help any collector trying to figure out what to make of the NFL's most buzzworthy rookie QB.

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The field of teams vying to be raising the Lombardi Trophy in Arizona in early February is now down to eight, and the first weekend of the NFL Playoffs saw results with significant hobby implications. Hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer venture into "Buy, Trade or Hold" when it comes to several names drawing attention heading into the Divisional round. Does Trevor Lawrence have more magic in him? How are you feeling right now if you're a Lamar Jackson collector? Those and much more, plus an in-depth conversation with PSA President Ryan Hoge, discussing topics from PSA now imaging all cards authenticated & graded in 2023 to the highly-anticipated launch of the Goldin Marketplace.

Collecting moments in history can include those across many genres - from sports to politics to pop culture - and even those unique instances and events that see them intersect. Few collectors in recent years have showcased this more prominently than Darren Rovell. He is the well-known Sports Business Reporter for Action Network by day, while simultaneously building one of the most impressive collections of PSA-authenticated & graded tickets that you will ever come across. While visiting the PSA facilities in Southern California, Darren took some time to join hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer in The PSA Pod studio. This deep dive into the world of ticket collecting includes the stories behind some of Darren's favorite items, why he's so passionate on this unique corner of the hobby and much more.

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In 2023's first episode of The PSA Pod, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Chris McGill explore who is hot and who is not to kick off the year in the hobby, beginning with a look at the NFL playoff picture. Leading the way is this weekend's Justin Herbert & Trevor Lawrence showdown in Jacksonville, with some big hobby implications on the line, as well. Plus, closer looks at the likes of Tyrese Haliburton, Alexander Ovechkin, Aaron Rodgers, Devin Booker and more. It all culminates with a Hit Draft featuring this week's subjects ... with a couple of fun twists.

In the final episode of 2022 and of Season 1 of The PSA Pod, the guys tackle both 2022 and 2023 from a collecting perspective. The discussion includes favorite products from 2022, which athlete could consider this "their year" in the hobby and some favorite pick-ups & collecting moments from the last 12 months. From there, the guys head into the time machine and attempt to predict answers to the same questions if it were 12 months from now.

Stock Up / Stock Down this week is replaced by the Nice & Naughty list in the holiday spirit, and it was led by a pair of greats both reaching their peak performance in an epic World Cup Final. Did Lionel Messi & Kylian Mbappé put on the type of head-to-head performances that can truly inspire collectors to dive into soccer cards? Also, a conversation with PSA President Ryan Hoge, discussing the itch to rip new Bowman releases and some notable changes coming in early 2023 to PSA's grading prices & service offerings. The guys close things out with a round of Not-So-Secret Santa, gifting each other dream pieces for their PCs.

This week, 49ers sudden breakout star QB Brock Purdy leads the way in our Stock Up / Stock Down segment, as he has suddenly injected a dose of added intrigue to the not-yet-released 2022 flagship football products, which begin hitting shelves as the calendar turns to 2023. Also, Dustin Porras from the PSA Set Registry team sits down with collector Max Lee (IG: @maxmaxcity) to discuss his collecting journey, which includes the build of one of the most unique vintage Pokémon sets in existence. Also, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan share an interesting new perk rolled out this week for PSA Collectors Club members. (Not yet a member? Join today at PSAcard.com/join)

The 2020 NFL Draft's QB class has proven to be nothing short of elite now nearly three full seasons later. Despite the emergence of Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts as legitimate MVP candidates in 2022, it's Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert who have been darlings of The Hobby since Year One. In this week's dive into the COR scoring algorithm, Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & CardLadder's Chris McGill attempt to answer the question: Which of the two is more collectable?

In the latest edition of "Stock Up / Stock Down", Bengals QB leads the way, as he's rewarding collectors with another late-season surge, most recently yet again taking down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs for the third time in a year. Also in this week's rundown: 2022 Kaboom! inserts hit the market, PSA x Whatnot launches, Bol Bol breaks out, some quarterbacks who need a big rebound and LaMelo Ball's outlook moving forward.

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The latest athlete to be broken down within the COR score algorithm is the red-hot Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Oklahoma City Thunder's young star has a ton going for him, including All-NBA numbers through the first stretch of the 2022-23 NBA season, plus rookie cards that are within the loaded 2018 Draft class and run of product releases. So how does he stack up in the eyes of collectors, especially against members of that class such as Luka Doncic, Trae Young and others? The guys break it down from every angle, and start it off with a hit draft involving his most iconic and desired cards from that loaded product year.

After spending just over a year with Collectors and PSA as the company's Chief Product Officer, Ryan Hoge now takes over as the new President of PSA. In the first of many drop-ins on The PSA Pod, Hoge joins hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer for an extended conversation not only about his background as a collector, but about priorities he's focusing on taking the company into 2023. Those include significant operational and international expansion, an increased card show presence for PSA and much, much more.

In this week's episode, Ryan Greene & Jack Archer dive into another week of "Stock Up / Stock Down" with a football-heavy focus. Justin Jefferson this past weekend made one of the greatest catches in NFL history, and his card market has moved in lock-step with his MVP-caliber play so far in the 2022 season. Plus, the guys break down one of the coolest new insert sets to hit the football card market, and if you're collecting Josh Allen, how are you feeling as the Bills scuffle a bit with the season heading into its home stretch?

In the weekly look evaluating Stock Up / Stock Down within the hobby, hosts Jack Archer & Steve Sloan take a look at a fast-rising young QB, offset by the apparent diminishing of the position's old guard. Plus, Spida Mitchell's hot start that's fueling the Cavs, and a peek at the baseball card market: Whose cards will YOU be targeting as the winter offseason months set in?

In the second installment of measuring one of today's top hobby names with the COR score - Collectability Over Replacement - the guys take a category-by-category look into Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen. The 5th-year star QB is a leading MVP candidate as the 2022 NFL season nears its midway point. Can he finish the job this year and get the franchise - and its incredible fan base - the title it so badly craves? And if he does, how would it further affect where his stacks up among the most collectable QBs in the game today? That and much more in this week's deep dive.

The calendar has flipped to November, which means that World Cup month is finally here! Back by popular demand is PSA Product Manager and Soccer card expert Matt Hendler. He joins the show to talk about where to start when it comes to collecting USMNT star Christian Pulisic, some more young names to keep an eye on in the World Cup and much more in another educational conversation on where the beautiful game meets cardboard (23:00). Also, the guys deliver this week's Stock Up/Stock Down (1:30), headlined by a young QB who continues to soar above the rest as the 2022 NFL season nears it's mid-way point.

On the heels of the rare sports equinox, there was plenty to talk about in terms of whose hobby stock went up and down in this past week, including the likes of Joe Burrow, LeBron James, Bryce Harper and many more across the landscape (1:15). Then, the full house crew this week takes its first dive into the COR score algorithm - Collectability Over Replacement - where athletes across all eras can be compared & contrasted by calculating the average of several key factors that collectors take into account when deciding whether to jump in on their cardboard. First up? Zion Williamson (22:45).

This week, hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer open the show talking about what has been a wild MLB postseason to this point from a collecting perspective (1:00), including how Fernando Tatis Jr. collectors are feeling in this unique position. Then, Chris McGill from CardLadder once again joins the show to talk about some significant movement in the Football corner of the hobby (6:30), involving the rising popularity of non-QB collecting (with some significant sales data to back it up). Also, Chris lends his hoops expertise for the latest installment of "Buy, Trade or Hold" as the 2022-23 NBA season gets underway (23:15). Plus, the guys tease an upcoming feature on the show in coming weeks that will surely stir up some debate - The COR score, or "Collectability Over Replacement" (36:10).

This week, on the heels of New York Comic Con, Jack Archer and Ryan Greene recap of PSA's Funko Pop! grading launch and the potential of the new space featuring PSA authenticated & graded collectibles (2:20). Also, the guys are joined by CardLadder's Chris McGill (13:25), with the conversation centered around the historic index movement the data shows surrounding Aaron Judge cards during his captivating AL home run record chase in the past month. Plus, Daniel Wruble from the PSA Set Registry team jumps in (41:50) not only to discuss Judge and other significant risers in the Registry during the 2022 baseball season, but which QBs are also making noise in the Football set competitions.

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PSA President Kevin Lenane drops by once again for his monthly conversation on The PSA Pod, with PLENTY to discuss as October gets underway. During this visit, Kevin provides an update on the final stages of PSA's 2021 backlog (1:00), plus dives into PSA's new $18/card Bulk and $15/card TCG offerings launching this week (3:30). The big conversation piece this week, however, is the official launch of PSA's Funko Pop! grading service (6:55), as PSA is now authenticating and grading the coveted collectible figures - a major new development for the overall business - and is debuting the product this week at New York Comic-Con.

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NBA training camps are open, and basketball is in the air. This week, our internal panel ranked the 10 most collectable active players in the NBA, and hosts Jack Archer & Ryan Greene are joined by fellow panelist Chris McGill from CardLadder to help break it all down after the dust settled (10:15). Also, the guys bring back the popular Buy, Trade or Hold segment surrounding a handful of young NFL QBs with 3 weeks of the season in the books (2:50). Plus, a closer look at the new October 2022 issue of PSA Magazine, featuring Ja Morant on the cover, with details on its incredible NYCC-exclusive variation cover and more (41:50).

Back by popular demand, PSA Principal Authenticator Kevin Keating makes his second appearance on The PSA Pod, with more in-depth stories from his new book, Waiting For A Sign: Volume 2. This time around, Kevin dives into his unique stories involving Warren Spahn (1:15), Bert Shepard (9:25), Buck O'Neil (16:25), plus actors Paul Gleason and Charlie Sheen (23:45). Also, Kevin's incredible, close-to-home story about the chase for Aaron Judge's autograph for his sons (27:10).

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This week, hosts Jack Archer and Steve Sloan dive into several topics, highlighted by recapping the biggest winners in The Hobby from Week 1 of the 2022 NFL season (12:30). Plus, the guys give another look at PSA's re-opening of its popular Bulk Service Level (2:10), preview this week's highly-anticipated release of 2022 Topps Chrome Baseball (5:15) and look at some incredibly rare and unique PSA-encapsulated autographed items currently up for bidding via RR Auction that you probably didn't even know existed (17:45).

As part of our new monthly sitdown series on the show with PSA President Kevin Lenane, this week's episode kicks off with the big news of PSA bringing back its popular Bulk service level, exclusive to our Collectors Club members (1:00). During this month's chat, Kevin also dives into PSA's growing capacity - both domestic and international (4:45) - the company's goals on the front of turnaround times across the board heading into 2023 (10:00) and the upcoming launch of PSA grading Funko Pop! (16:40).

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This week, Brett McGrath - the host of the Stacking Slabs podcast - joins hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer to bring his phenomenal perspective on player collecting to the table. Following his feature in the "Sidekick Season" piece in the September 2022 issue of PSA Magazine, McGrath discusses the journey of collecting his favorite duo - Indianapolis Colts legends Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison (4:20). Brett also discusses the passion of continuing that journey along with the evolution of his favorite team, which now includes hunting for rare Matt Ryan pieces (14:45), and still hunting major Philip Rivers cards (25:15). Also, a lifelong pro wrestling fan, McGrath dives into some of his favorite aspects of collecting ultra modern WWE products that are causing waves within the hobby (35:00).

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Two weeks after diving into the talent-rich, impossible-to-pick AFC, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan dive into the NFC - A conference that is just as wide open, but for different reasons. Without a true dominant force in the conference, who comes out of the NFC in February is anyone's guess. But that's what also makes it intriguing for collectors, as there are a multitude of guys who could shock everyone and secure the hobby's love in 2022. The guys dive into four divisions that couldn't be any more different. Will the Rams repeat, or are the 49ers and Trey Lance the ones to keep an eye on out West (1:58)? Does Jalen Hurts' elite supporting cast help lift him and the Eagles to another level out East (13:17)? Can anyone dethrone Tom Brady and the Bucs in the South (21:40)? And who could possibly pop up and surprise in the North (35:22)? Plus ... of course ... some Super Bowl picks to close it all out (47:15).

It's hype season in the football card market. We're taking a step back to give collectors a unique point of view as they prepare for the 2022 NFL season. Brett Kollmann of "The Film Room" makes his second visit to join The PSA Pod (17:00), bringing his unique, expert POV on names worth keeping an eye on in the heat of the preseason, plus some who might be getting a little bit too much love early on. Also, Brett gives his true rankings of how he sees the 2021 Draft class's five first round QBs heading into Year Two in comparison to their current rookie card prices, and gives his pick for an under-the-radar (card value-wise) veteran who he believes could be this year's Joe Burrow. Plus, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan discuss the emotions Fernando Tatis Jr. collectors are feeling in the wake of recent news (0:50), plus turn back the clock a week to re-live one of the best hobby box breaks they've every taken part in (9:30).

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You can smell it in the air right now. We're talking about football, of course. And it dominates this week's episode, as hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan spend their time talking about the talent-rich AFC. Going division by division, the guys will drop the names of who is their one guy to watch throughout the conference from a collecting perspective (4:20). Also, a trio of BOLD hobby predictions within a conference that will be wildly unpredictable in 2022 (43:35). Also, a current update on the status of PSA's 2021 backlog (1:35) as it enters its home stretch, and a preview of some very exciting elements that await PSA Collectors Club members within the September issue of PSA Magazine (51:10).

Back from Atlantic City, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan dive into everything that was the 2022 National Sports Collectors Convention. From showcases & product unveils that stood out, to what was hot on the show floor (shocker, a lot of football), the guys discuss everything they saw during a week on the ground at the Super Bowl of sports collectibles. Also, spinning it forward a bit, some discussion on what The National helped indicate will be hot in the hobby not only in the show's immediate aftermath, but in the year leading up to next year's show in Chicago.

This week on The PSA Pod, hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer are joined by Mike Cummings, General Manager of The Collectors Vault. The introduction of the vault was the centerpiece of a multi-product rollout from PSA's parent company - Collectors - this week, and Mike joined the show to talk about the immense value proposition to utilizing the Collectors Vault for your collection, both in terms of security and, soon, seamless liquidity. Topics discussed include the multiple, useful functions of a vaulting service for collectors, a look at some of the unique security details at the Collectors Vault and a preview of what's to come at The National next week, including a Vault-centric sweepstakes with some big prizes up for grabs.

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This week, it's all about Show Season! Hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan dive into EVERYTHING that PSA has going at The National in Atlantic City, July 27-31. This includes on-site grading details, plus the return of drop-off submissions at the show for take-home grading service. Also, some predictions for The National, including what the guys anticipate to be the biggest trends on the show floor and what everyone will be chasing. And finally, a peek into what PSA and Collectors will also have in terms of activations at next week's San Diego Comic-Con! Visit PSAcard.com/National and PSAcard.com/ComicCon for even more details.

This week, hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer are joined in-studio by CardLadder's Josh Johnson. The CL co-founder dives into what he's collecting these days, including an intriguing new PC from the hardwood (3:25) that leads to a discussion about the trend of specialized player set collecting (5:25). Johnson also gives some deeper detail on custom indexes coming to CardLadder to better assist collectors at all levels (11:40) and talks about his role in helping future NFL Hall of Famer Larry Fitzgerald collect his own rare cardboard items (15:20). Plus, the guys utilize the CL insights to discuss the latest player trends with the NFL season right around the corner and the NBA offseason keeping the sport's buzz going (22:30).

This week, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan provide key PSA updates right off of the bat, including an update on the 2021 backlog and a glimpse at our offers at The National in Atlantic City at the end of July (1:05). Also, some more of the detail behind the talked-about Kobe x Comic-Con cover of the July 2022 issue of PSA Magazine (10:30), a dive into the recent sale of the famed LeBron Triple Logoman, and what other wild cards this could lead to being made moving forward (15:45) and a glimpse into a recent PSA visit from one of baseball's top young stars (22:30). Finally, a discussion with PSA Product Manager and subject matter expert Brendan Bigelow on PSA's resuming of grading of 1984-85 Star Basketball Cards, featuring the Michael Jordan XRC (27:40) - What went into this decision, what safeguards are in place to ensure authenticity of graded copies and much more.

In a conversation that every collector will be deeply drawn in by, this week, PSA Autograph Principal Authenticator Kevin Keating joins the show, sharing just a few of the numerous, rich stories from his new book: Waiting For A Sign, Volume 2. Someone who has lived the autograph game for five decades, Keating dives in with hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan on stories such as his first signing encounter with Mark McGwire, and also discusses how in-person, signed rookie cards have gone from a taboo collectible to a mainstream treasure.

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This week, hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer dig in on another product to drop during an unprecedented Summer of new card releases - Topps Series 2 (3:20). The guys discuss the much-anticipated first flagship rookie cards of young stars Bobby Witt Jr. and Julio Rodriguez, plus discuss some other familiar names who have regained some hobby steam as the 2022 MLB season is now roughly one-third complete (7:50). Also, this week brings the introduction of a new segment - Buy, Trade or Hold (16:35) - giving opinions on how to approach trios of athletes in similar stages of their careers right now from the collector's angle.

After with some discussion surrounding the much talked about recent release of 2021 Panini Prizm Football, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan are joined this week by PSA President Kevin Lenane (9:40) to discuss the big news within the company this week - the long-awaited reopening of the Value Service Level. Kevin discusses the details of the $30/card services return in great depth, including addressing several key questions already asked by customers.

This week, hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan are joined by Dan Van Tran, Chief Technology Officer with Collectors and PSA. In an in-depth discussion, Dan gives customers valuable insights as to how Tech is becoming an integral part of the PSA customer journey, from making online submissions more simple, to a cleaner research & identification process when collectibles reach our facilities, to assisting our graders with the grading & authentication steps. Plenty of Tech developments are also shared at length on the recently launched Collectors blog.

In the heat of the NBA Conference Finals, hosts Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan take a deeper look this week at the market caps of top flagship rookie cards of the series' four remaining leading men (3:20) and how learning more about this angle in the hobby can help collectors. Also, a quick preview of the giant wave of top tier, new products about to hit shelves in the coming weeks (20:50) and which ones the guys are most excited for. Plus, Dustin Porras from the PSA Set Registry team joins the show (25:10) to discuss some exciting new sets available in the Pokémon space, plus the My Top 10 contest which can still be entered through Friday, May 27.

With the NBA Conference Finals match-ups now set, the guys start this week off with a firsthand account of the highs and lows of watching the players you collect in the postseason ... especially in a Game 7 setting. Also, a look at where Luka Doncic goes from here - especially within the hobby - following a star-making series against Phoenix (12:15), a quick dive into April's "PSA: By The Numbers" data (19:00), and talking about two cards that just came through PSA which stoked the debate: How do you feel about grading 1/1s (23:35). Plus, PSA & Collectors Director of Customer Care Chris Carlin joins the show (33:20). After spending more than two decades on the manufacturer side of the business at Upper Deck, Chris not only talks some Stanley Cup Playoffs, but offers a peek into some exciting things to come on the Customer Care end in his new role. 

This week's episode includes some very exciting news updates from within our operation (10:05), including the full opening of our Economy service level to our PSA Collectors Club members and the new eBay Authentication program that PSA just launched with the marketplace platform involving the sales of slabbed cards. In terms of the cards themselves, the guys spin off of the iconic Flawless LeBron James Triple Logoman that was pulled last week and opine on what mythical cards of that level could generate anywhere close to the same buzz (1:40). Also, PSA/Collectors Director of Product Bassel Abuzayyad joins the show in the NBA Jam Studio (20:30), not only to talk about some major projects he and his team are working on within the operation, but also dive in deep on his unbelievable Ken Griffey Jr. collection - which is also featured in the May issue of PSA Magazine.

The 2022 NFL Draft is in the books, football collectors are making their plans on who to collect in the wake of its impact, and we've brought in an expert to help you make some of the most informed decisions. After talking about a pair of monster Goldin sales from over the past weekend and a bit of a dive into what they mean (3:00), hosts Ryan Greene & Jack Archer welcome in "The Film Room" football analyst and YouTuber Brett Kollman to talk all things NFL Draft. Which of the QBs taken are best set up for success both on the field and in the hobby (18:30)? Which of the wealth of star wide receivers drafted in the first two rounds could make the biggest impact right away (33:15)? And which teams have insulated and elevated their veteran QBs into a position for a big jump in 2022 and beyond (41:30)? Brett lends his expertise to dive into all of that and much more.

This week begins with a quick dive into the latest updates on the PSA backlog (1:00), as progress on it recently reached another key milestone, plus a deeper look into the upcoming debut of the new-look PSA Magazine (3:30) and some discussion of the guys' latest hobby pick-ups (13:10). From there, Ryan Greene, Jack Archer & Steve Sloan debate whether some bold hobby statements made in response to the first few weeks of the MLB season are overreactions or proper reactions (20:30), plus the introduction of "The Dojo" (39:15) - Two cards with similar PSA populations and values enter, but only one can leave. Which will be chosen? First up is a modern day NBA GOAT candidate versus one of the game's most iconic personalities of the 1980s.

This week, Ryan Greene & Jack Archer welcome Card Ladder's Chris McGill to the show in his debut appearance, and the data drives the bus. Beginning with a look at who some of the biggest movers in the Basketball corner of the hobby have been to close the regular season (6:30), the guys also dive into the latest with the 3 Ls - LaMelo, Luka and LeBron (17:00) - plus discuss the latest market movements on this season's unquestioned Top-3 MVP candidates (20:20). Also, a closer look at ESPN's recent annual release of the Top 25 under 25 list and some intriguing correlations to standings in the hobby (23:40). Plus, what the Card Ladder data is showing at the start of the baseball season in terms of overall heat, plus some big early movers (48:20).

This week, the world's game takes center stage on The PSA Pod before it does the same later in 2022 with its premier, once-every-four-years event. Host Ryan Greene is joined this week by Matt Hendler from PSA's Product team and formerly of the company's Set Registry team. Matt is one of the true authorities at PSA on the sport and the booming soccer corner of the hobby, both modern AND vintage. In this episode, topics include how Matt got into collecting soccer cardboard (6:40), the "World Cup Spike" to come this year in the hobby (16:00), how the United States being in the field will help the hobby on home soil (19:30), the next wave of global superstar for collectors to keep an eye on (37:00) and a dive into the emerging, fascinating world of vintage soccer cards (43:30).

Where do you even START this week?? As one of the best stretches of the sports calendar begins, with Steve away this week, Ryan & Jack dive into it all, beginning with a look back at Logan Paul's major Pokémon x Wrestlemania splash from last weekend (2:00) and a peek at some exclusive PSA March 2022 data of note (8:05). That leads into an NBA postseason hobby primer (12:10), featuring some discussion around picking a Rookie of the Year from a deep class, guys who are in a great position for the biggest leap with collectors in the 2022 playoffs and Finals match-ups hobbyists would love to see. And, of course, PLENTY of baseball talk ahead of Opening Day (29:30), looking at the season to come as a whole and why 2022 may feature one of the best individual product releases ... ever?

With SO much to get into this week, the guys start off with looks at some major events causing buzz within the hobby, including the latest in a long line of NFL offseason blockbusters (1:30) and the massive haul of 1986 Fleer Michael Jordans pulled Sunday night by Drake with Ken Goldin (8:40). In this week's deeper dives, the topics include ID'ing big names in the sports world who maybe don't quite get the love they should with collectors (19:15), plus some ideas on what genres without a hobby presence at the moment would potentially move the industry forward if they came to cardboard (33:30). In this week's PSA 10 segment, Collectors' Chief Product Officer Ryan Hoge joins the show to break down the parent company's recent rebrand, and what could be in store along with it in the near future (51:10). And in this week's mailbag, some updates on FAQs surrounding Complete Through Dates and turnaround times (67:25).

This week, we introduce the first giveaway from The PSA Pod crew! Following the massive trade of Davante Adams to the Raiders, we're giving away a pair of PSA 9 RC slabs of arguably the best WR in football (1:00 - visit us on Twitter at @PSAcard to enter), plus dive into the trade's impact in the card market amidst a wild NFL offseason. This week's PSA News Updates include an important update regarding tracking tags customers have been submitting inside of their submission packages (6:30). Plus, we begin to bring some of the hobby's top debate topics from our offices to you, beginning with the eternal "Vintage vs. Ultra Modern" discussion (11:00).

With SO much to dive into this week on the show, Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan welcome PSA Magazine's new Managing Editor Jack Archer to the studio. The 2022 baseball season will happen in full - Who is poised to break out, and how will the game's new rule changes have an impact on the hobby (7:30)? The NFL offseason has already been absolutely crazy, and the guys discuss how the big QB moves already made have an effect on cardboard, plus a deeper look at Panini's new 2021 Contenders release (23:15). After a breakout year for the sport in the U.S., Formula 1 returns this weekend and is only continuing to grow, especially in the hobby. What changes with its card market in 2022 (40:20)? Plus, Jack gives a bit of insight into what changes are coming soon to PSA Magazine and, as always, our Mailbag segment to close things out.

Highlighting this week's episode of The PSA Pod is a visit from Kansas City Royals top prospect Bobby Witt Jr.! One of the top young talents in all of baseball is also a collector, who recently became a PSA customer. A hot name in the hobby, Witt Jr. joins the show (14:10) to talk about his collecting habits, aspirations and, of course, the idea of collecting his own cards. Hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan, on top of that discussion, talk about the trend of athletes collecting their own cards, with a potentially massive influence on the hobby (25:35). Plus, this week's PSA backlog update & news of note (5:20), the PSA By The Numbers segment (34:00) focusing on the growth of incoming submissions & the timing on how they're processed, and, of course, our Mailbag segment to close the show (39:00).

This week's episode of The PSA Pod centers around a deep dive into the numbers, specifically some very notable points surrounding both what went out from and what came into our HQ in February 2022. Along with our weekly backlog update and news spotlight (2:45) - which kicks off a bit of a theme for this episode - hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan give you some exclusive first looks at some key PSA data insights (11:00), and what they mean moving forward within our operation and in the hobby. Then, PSA Set Registry TCG Brand Manager Dustin Porras joins the show for the weekly PSA 10 segment (20:30), talking about both Pokémon and the TCG genre's massive rise within the PSA facilities and operation. Plus, a couple of items to dive into to close the show in this week's Mailbag segment, including updates on our Economy Submission Events (39:45).

With uncertainty in the air surrounding the start of baseball season, one thing IS for certain: The market for Wander Franco flagship Rookie Cards is now officially fueled. Following the recent release of 2022 Topps Series 1, hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan dissect what the chase for cardboard of the Rays' rising star means for the hobby (9:50), especially given the sport's current landscape. Also, along with a wave of updates & news announcements - including our just-announced grading operations to come on the East Coast (3:05) -  Collectors Holdings CEO & Executive Chairman Nat Turner joins the show for this week's PSA 10 segment (22:10). Along with talking about his own collecting story, Nat takes a look back on Year One at the helm, and what lies ahead for PSA in Year Two and well beyond. Plus, our weekly PSA: By The Numbers and Mailbag segment to wrap things up (39:45).

This week on The PSA Pod, hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan bid farewell to the football season following Super Bowl Sunday. It all starts with the weekly update on the PSA backlog (3:05), followed by a look forward to the football card market in the offseason to come (6:00), and a transition into PSA's most-submitted category - Basketball - headed into NBA All-Star Weekend (15:20). Then, with package tampering on the rise and PSA customers looking to avoid being affected, this week's PSA 10 segment features our Director of Security, Gary Smith (21:25), bringing all of the vital information you need so your cards & collectibles make it into our facilities safely.Finally, some more key PSA: By The Numbers insights into the football card market and our February submissions data to date (33:15), plus the debut of our Q&A segment with you the customer (36:20).

Following up on the debut episode of The PSA Pod, PSA President Kevin Lenane joined the show for an additional chat on the recent issue impacting customers who submitted orders via Marx Cards. Kevin discusses what is being done to address the issue, and what safeguards are being put in place to avoid similar situations in the future.

In the debut episode of The PSA Pod, hosts Ryan Greene & Steve Sloan give you the rundown of what to expect weekly, direct from PSA HQ. This week, the guys bring you an update on the current status of the PSA backlog (4:50) along with some other key PSA data insights, then talk about the upcoming showdown between the Rams & Bengals and what it means for the surging football card market (6:50). Plus, an interview with PSA President Kevin Lenane (16:00) in the inaugural "PSA 10" segment, where he discusses PSA's Economy Submission Events, and what their introduction will lead to moving forward as PSA continues to re-open service levels.