Sports Card Lessons Podcast

Ken Cairns

A weekly podcast of lesson's I've learned in the Sports Card hobby, card show recaps, and interviews with key people in the hobby.

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May 24 · 23 min
Does the economy affect the hobby?
This episode I talk about the current state of our economy and what affect it has on card shows. I recap the Foxwoods show & share today's pickups. SCL S8E33
May 22 · 1 hr 4 min
Does the hobby have a pricing problem? | Over Priced Cards | TOPPS vs Panini
This episode we take a look at recent record sales on some ultra modern & modern cards, Are these cards over priced? We compare TOPPS vs Panini QC & Gem Rate. Thursday Night Live 5/21/2026 SCL HC S8E32
May 17 · 27 min
Who gives the best comps?
This episode I ask who do you trust for comps? What sample size do you need in sales to trust the higher comps. I also recap the Mount Kisco card show. SCL S8E31
May 15 · 1 hr 1 min
PSA's Big Announcement | TOPPS retail Sitting | NFL Schedule Release
This episode we discuss PSA's big announcement, TOPPS products sitting on retail shelves | and the NFL Schedule release. Thursday Night Live 6/14/2026 SCL HC S8E30
May 10 · 24 min
Buying SSP Low Pop Cards & The North Haven Card Show Recap
This episode I talk about buying an SSP low pop card and ask the question should I ship to PSA for quick partner sale with small profit or bring to shows and swing for the fences.. I also recap The North Haven Card Show my 1st show as a promoter. SCL S8E29
May 8 · 1 hr 10 min
PayPal G&S Denials | TOPPS Chrome Football | Bowman Basketball
This episode we talk about PayPal G&S high volume denials - POP or CHOP is back with some spicy topics. TOPPS Chrome Football | Bowman Basketball | Fanatics Fest | World Cup Soccer | MJ Cards Thursday Night Live 5/07/26 SCL HC S8E28
May 4 · 31 min
Know the value of your cards
This episode I recap the Northeast Sports Card Expo, a 2 day 350 table show in Stanford CT. I also talk about knowing the value of your cards if you plan to sell them at card shows. SCL S8E27
May 1 · 1 hr 19 min
Listener Questions - Thursday Night Live 4/30/2026
Thursday Night Live 4/30/2026 We put the listeners in the driver seat and decide the topics for tonight. SCL HC S8E26
April 26 · 25 min
Turning Sports card Trash into Cash
This episode I talk about low end football slabs being a big seller at card shows right now being bought up by re-packers & WhatNot streamers. I also recap the Causeway show in Boston & share pickups SCL S8E25
April 19 · 29 min
Off-season buying strategy
This episode I talk about my strategies buying in the offseason to resell 3-6 months later and how I calculate what I should be paying for maximum profit. I recap 2 weekend shows and share pickups. SCL S8E24
April 17 · 1 hr 3 min
NFL QB Pre-Season Prices | Multiplier PSA 9 vs PSA 10 | TOPPS Chrome Football
This episode we look at pre-season QB prices and take a look at the numbers when it comes to the questionable multiplier between PSA 9 & PSA 10. The release of TOPPS Chrome Football and we both share some big pickups we had during our week off. Thursday Night live 4/16/2026 SCL HC S8E23
April 5 · 29 min
Show Respect
This episode I talk about an attendee that waisted a good amount of my time at a show and walked away without a deal, I also talk about setting up at a mostly Pokemon show and buying sports cards. SCL S8E22
April 3 · 1 hr 4 min
TOPPS Football Announced - 2025 Rookie Class - Downtowns - Low pop Messi's
This Live episode we talk about TOPPS Football, the 2025 rookie class and will downtowns hold their value. We also discuss low pop obscure Messi cards. Thursday Night Live 4/2/2026 SCL HC S8E21
March 28 · 26 min
Is the hobby out of control? Quincy Show Recap
This episode I ask are we right back to 2021 in the hobby, out of control and hoping it never ends? I recap my trip to the Quincy Card Show. SCL S8E20
March 27 · 58 min
I Hate TOPPS - Shill Bidding - Bye Panini
This episode I share my frustration trying to buy Bowman Basketball on pre-order, Too much shill bidding online & we say goodbye to Panini and share what we will & won't miss. Thursday Night Live 3/26/26 SCL HC S8E19
March 22 · 22 min
The National - Calling an audible on inventory
This episode I talk about changing up the game plan on The National inventory. Keeping the original plan but also adding in more raw RPA's, Auto's, and numbered cards with higher value from $50-$350 because the value is there right now and these cards are in abundance.. SCL S8E18
March 20 · 59 min
Bowman Basketball - How this product will change everything
This episode Topps announces Bowman Basketball and we talk about what it means for the hobby, WNBA Season on, and Big Ken's Big Announcement Live Thursday Night 3/19/2026 SCL HC S8E17
March 14 · 27 min
Market Correction? Is it coming?
This episode I talk about the last 2 market corrections and in my opinion what prevents it from happening again. SCL S8E16
March 13 · 1 hr 11 min
Ohtani vs Mahomes - Hobby Winners & Losers - NFL Free Agency
This episode we debate who's cards we'd want to own Ohtani or Mahomes, We talk about hobby winners & losers when it comes to buying and selling cards, we also talk about whose card markets will see a bump after the dust settles in NFL free agency. Thursday Night Live 3/12/26 SCL HC S8E15
March 9 · 33 min
Absolute Hobby Insanity - Philly Show Recap
This Episode I recap The Philly Show. Massive attendance, huge sales, & big pickups. SCL S8E14

Sports Card Lessons Podcast

Does the economy affect the hobby?

Does the hobby have a pricing problem? | Over Priced Cards | TOPPS vs Panini

Who gives the best comps?

PSA's Big Announcement | TOPPS retail Sitting | NFL Schedule Release

Buying SSP Low Pop Cards & The North Haven Card Show Recap

PayPal G&S Denials | TOPPS Chrome Football | Bowman Basketball

Know the value of your cards

Listener Questions - Thursday Night Live 4/30/2026

Turning Sports card Trash into Cash

Off-season buying strategy

NFL QB Pre-Season Prices | Multiplier PSA 9 vs PSA 10 | TOPPS Chrome Football

Show Respect

TOPPS Football Announced - 2025 Rookie Class - Downtowns - Low pop Messi's

Is the hobby out of control? Quincy Show Recap

I Hate TOPPS - Shill Bidding - Bye Panini

The National - Calling an audible on inventory

Bowman Basketball - How this product will change everything

Market Correction? Is it coming?

Ohtani vs Mahomes - Hobby Winners & Losers - NFL Free Agency

Absolute Hobby Insanity - Philly Show Recap