Coom & Currie Sports cards

Episode 56 of the Coom & Currie Sports Cards Podcast is here!

The man. The myth. The legend. Matt Brown from Card Crazy makes his long-awaited debut on the pod.

We get the inside scoop on what it’s really like running New Zealand’s biggest card shop, find out what Matt actually collects when he’s not surrounded by cardboard all day, and most importantly, put him on the spot for his very own Card Shop Codswollop.

Matt and the team at Card Crazy have also very generously sorted us out with some top-quality giveaway products for our New Zealand-based listeners. Listen in to find out what’s up for grabs and how you can get involved.

Elsewhere, MC has been under the weather, while BC is fit, firing and absolutely raring to talk nonsense.

With the NFL season fast approaching, we get stuck into the Packers and Seahawks, who are both obviously looking incredibly strong depending entirely on which host you ask.

We also look ahead to the Seahawks making their debut on School of Hard Knocks — something BC will no doubt remain completely calm and unbiased about.

There’s also World Cup Final chat, plus all the usual nonsense, including:
Mail Day
Codswollop

A huge episode with a brilliant guest, giveaways, NFL chat, cards and the usual amount of questionable opinions.

Episode 56. Get it in your ears.

Takeaways
Excitement for upcoming sports card products
Eye appeal and autographs are key priorities in card collecting Passion for collecting from a young age
Transition from home breaks to managing a card shop
The growth of card shops in the area TCG shops are experiencing a nationwide surge
Select optic cards are highly valued
Investment in new players can be overhyped Card Crazy's nostalgic name revival
The impact of grading on the trading card industry

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:14 NFL Resurgence Product Release
03:02 Discussion on Sports Card Products
04:23 Collecting Funko Pops and Memorabilia
06:34 Anticipation for Guest Interview
07:41 Mail Day and Card Collection Priorities
30:26 Eye Appeal and Autograph Prioritization
32:23 The Journey into the Hobby
01:02:32 The Birth of Card Crazy
01:03:34 The World of TCG Shops
01:04:06 Favorite Products and New Releases
01:07:20 Personal Collections and Breaks
01:30:08 Investment and Overhyped Players
01:31:19 The Origins of Card Crazy
01:32:27 The Business Setup and Distribution
01:34:16 The Shop and Breaks
01:37:00 Grading and PCG
01:40:00 Hobby Trends and Card Grading Companies
01:43:00 Shop Frustrations and Pie Reviews
01:51:28 Panini World Cup Sticker Album

Coom & Currie Sports Cards Podcast – Episode 55!

This week, MC has been well and truly done. He’s picked up a dodgy World Cup hardback sticker album off eBay… and if the word “Collection” being spelt wrong wasn’t enough of a red flag, we’re not sure what is. An elite bit of online shopping from MC.

We also reveal the story behind the legend that is “Sweepstake Pete” and how recycling an ancient set of Grand National horses earned him one of the great nicknames.

Meanwhile, BC has been getting amongst a Topps Chrome break, picking up a beautiful on-card auto and a very tidy numbered Sam Darnold colour match for the collection.

All the usual nonsense returns with Mail Day and Codswollop, plus MC launches a brand-new segment: “News of the World.” What could possibly go wrong?

We also want to hear from YOU. What do you love about the show? What should we do more of? What should we bin immediately? Get in touch and give us your feedback.

As always, a massive thank you to everyone who listens, watches, comments and supports the show. You’re absolute legends.

Episode 55. Get it in your ears.

Takeaways
Sports memorabilia investment
Tactical analysis of a football match Sticker Collection Scam
Panini Sticker Album
Topps Chrome Black
Jude Bellingham
Negative Media Coverage Humor and storytelling
Podcast content and guest lineup

Chapters
00:00 Weekend Plans and Sporting Memorabilia
01:25 Match Attacks and Football Analysis
05:10 Tactical Analysis of a Football Match
09:43 Discussion on England's World Cup Performance
23:44 Collectibles and Investments
51:20 Sticker Collection Scam
43:18 Topps Chrome Black
30:50 Jude Bellingham
33:09 Negative Media Coverage
57:11 Humor and Storytelling
01:02:27 Podcast Content and Guest Lineup

Coom & Currie Sports Cards – Episode 54

Did BC really leave MC off an episode… or is it all just clever editing? We kick off Episode 54 with our very own Netflix-style documentary intro as MC investigates the biggest conspiracy in sports card podcast history.

We look back at the second Top Play Sports Cards Night Market, where the hobby community turned out in force. There were huge trades, plenty of laughs, great conversations, free pizza (thanks, Shane), and to top it all off, collectors pulled TWO case hits from sealed product on the night. It was another brilliant evening that showed exactly what makes this hobby so special.

We also dive into the latest World Cup Prizm release, discuss some of our favourite cards from the checklist, and chat about where football cards continue to head.

As always, the regular favourites return:
* Mail Day
* That’s Codswollop
* Coom & Currie Court Room, where justice is once again served… whether anyone asked for it or not.

We also take some time to talk about the more serious side of the hobby, discussing sustainability, buying habits, and the fine line between collecting and addiction.

Somehow, Coom’s Supergirl Funko Pop also steals a bit of the spotlight, because apparently that’s normal now.

A fun episode packed with hobby chat, questionable opinions, plenty of laughs, and the usual banter between BC and MC.
Thanks for listening, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, leave a review, and tell a fellow collector about the podcast.

Takeaways
Podcast theme tune upgrade
Success of Card Market Volume 2 event
Debate on negativity towards England in the World Cup Excitement around card collections and recent acquisitions
Popularity of football products and the World Cup
Observations on youth language and its impact
Issue of squad celebrations during matches Referees face significant challenges and abuse, leading to strikes and frustration.
The sustainability of the sports card hobby is a key consideration for long-term participation and enjoyment.

Chapters
00:00 Podcast Introduction and Theme Tune
03:01 Card Market Volume 2
23:04 Negativity Towards England in the World Cup
31:37 Card Geezer Chronicles
32:21 Prism Football and World Cup Product
42:07 Mail Day and Card Pickups
54:03 Youth Language and Squad Celebrations
59:24 The Referee Situation
01:00:43 Referees' Strike in Wellington
01:08:29 Challenges of Refereeing
01:23:12 Sustainability in Sports Card Hobby

Episode 53 of Coom & Currie Sports Cards is here!
The lads are back with all the usual segments, including Codswollop and Mail Day, alongside plenty of laughs, banter, and hobby chat.

Coom somehow manages to work a classic Meat Loaf lyric into the conversation, while the boys take a look at the brand-new Cosmic Football release. Coom also brings along a Cosmic banger from his collection to show off.

MC has been busy adding to the PC, landing not one but TWO incredible 1-of-1 cards, and the guys break down the latest additions and what they mean for the collection.

Away from the hobby, there’s plenty of football talk as the team reviews the latest FIFA Club World Cup action, discusses England’s recent performances, and debates whether Trent Alexander-Arnold deserves a place in the squad.

As always, expect sports cards, football chat, questionable takes, and plenty of Codswollop along the way.
Available now wherever you get your podcasts.

Takeaways
Podcast banter
World Cup updates Sticker Collecting Trends
Night Market Events
Sticker Album Value
One of One Stickers
Social Media Sensation Packaging and presentation are crucial in the trading card industry
Obsession with awards like Ballon d'Or in football is seen as unnecessary

Chapters
00:00 Podcast Banter
34:32 Sticker Collecting Trends
40:15 Night Market Events
45:18 Sticker Album Value
52:01 One of One Stickers
01:00:10 Social Media Sensation

The hobby waits for no one… and neither do we. 😎
This week on Coom & Currie Sports Cards we cover:

⚽ World Cup updates
📦 BC rips a Merlin EPL box… and let’s just say Topps absolutely cooked with this one.
🌈 MC adds TWO more Steven Gerrard Field Level cards to the rainbow (because apparently one rainbow isn’t expensive enough… 🌈💸)
🧤 BC pulls an Alisson Becker from the Ballers Collection!
⚖️ Coom & Currie’s Court Room returns, with justice being served… whether it’s deserved or not.
🤦 More absolute Codswollop than the hobby can handle.
💎 BC reveals his latest PCG submission… 2 cards sent, 2 GEM MINT 10s! (We promise this isn’t a grading company ad… although we’re open to sponsorship. 😉)

📈 We also take a look at our podcast stats… and wow… you lot have been incredible. Thank you for every listen, download, comment and laugh along the way. ❤️

Whether you’re ripping wax, chasing rainbows, grading cards or shouting “CODSWOLLOP!” at your phone… this one’s for you.
🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.
👇 What’s been your best hobby pickup this week?

Takeaways
World Cup updates and game analysis
Impact of new rules on player behavior
Excitement of finding special variations in ballers figurines Trading cards and collectibles are a significant part of the conversation, with a focus on specific cards and their attributes.
The hosts provide insights into their experiences with grading services, mail day items, and upcoming podcast guests. Card collecting and product reviews
Podcast statistics and global reach
Insights on card protection and podcast growth

Chapters
00:00 New World Cup Rules and Variations in Ballers Figurines
29:38 PCG Submission and Grading Results
43:23 Upcoming Podcast Guests and Mail Day
01:03:15 Podcast Statistics and Global Reach