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Because I'm Carlos
Carlos Alcazar
189 episodes
5 days ago
The audio version of my YouTube channel (Because I'm Carlos), this podcast features my conversations with fellow Sports Card collectors, industry insiders, and hobby questions brought from listeners and viewers. Enjoy the conversations which are hobby-based, but can certainly delve into other areas of collecting and life. You can also check out more on the "Because I'm Carlos" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaCgEaXNDinc57_4bJwWwA
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The audio version of my YouTube channel (Because I'm Carlos), this podcast features my conversations with fellow Sports Card collectors, industry insiders, and hobby questions brought from listeners and viewers. Enjoy the conversations which are hobby-based, but can certainly delve into other areas of collecting and life. You can also check out more on the "Because I'm Carlos" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaCgEaXNDinc57_4bJwWwA
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Because I'm Carlos
5 Years and One Day Later | BIC 150

For Episode 150, we're doing it Live!Agenda:General Hobby Talk & ALCS Game 7 WatchalongThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtube.com/live/a62MsVrBy18Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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5 days ago
3 hours 24 minutes 47 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Bounties and "Private Sale" Fantasy Land | BIC 149

A "record" Luka Private sale and a recent bounty post led the guys into a few discussions beyond the usual segments.Agenda:- Comments from last week (4:40)- Silly Card of the Week (15:40)- Pickups (24:20)- In the first mini-topic, the guys discuss the recent announced "Private" $4.7 Million sale of a 2018-19 Flawless Luka Doncic Rookie Logoman Auto 1/1. Specifically, they touch on the concept of the private sale, the issues of relative value and other general thoughts. (37:17)- Then lastly, the discussion carries over to bounties with a recent GP Sports Cards bounty for 2024-25 Ultimate Hockey Shield cards being the basis of looking at those further. (1:11:05)SCI IG post on the Luka sale:https://www.instagram.com/p/DPtfgmukTeZ/?img_index=1GP Sports Cards Instagram post with the bounty:https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcVBj4EUtt/Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/M2l9-Cw605ELink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 week ago
1 hour 50 minutes 7 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Main Topic Adjacent | BIC 148

With no solid main topic this week, the guys ended up having more fun with the regular segments.Agenda:- Comments from last week (18:07)- Silly Card of the Week (27:56)- Pickups, including one live during the podcast (48:39)- Carlos does a music review of the latest Matthew Good EP, as referenced on the Friday Live this week (1:30:20), and then the guys conclude with general foolishness (1:45:47).Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/NZsTQgIXX5ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 52 minutes 14 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
MLB Playoffs, Bobbles' Taylor Story & Probstein announces "snype" | BIC 147

After an extended intro where we learn that Carlos overspent on Blue Jays playoff merch and doesn't want to talk about the past, the regular segments begin, including comments (10:11), Silly Card of the week (15:13), and Pickups (28:47) where Brandon shares stories about attending Michael Taylor's final game.This then shifts into a brief baseball conversation with the upcoming start of the playoffs, with even Eric chiming in on the role of rivalries (1:04:41).Then, in the main topic, noted consigner on eBay, Probstein announced that he is going to stop selling on eBay as of October 23rd, 2025, opting to launch his own "snype" platform (1:25:32).Episode of Puck Junk podcast referenced:https://youtu.be/Xn0FqyxK8NM?si=dydQfnRoWPtWKbukCllct article on Probstein's new "snype" platform:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/memorabilia/power-seller-rick-probstein-leaves-e-bay-to-create-own-platformThanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/6KpdLj8EnhQLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
2 hours 7 minutes 49 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
What is a Hobby Grail? | BIC 146

After the regular segments of Silly Card of the Week (6:10), Comments (15:08), and Pickups (24:16), the guys have an open-ended discussion on the classic question: What constitutes a grail in Sports Card Collecting? Can there be more than one? What needs to be in place for something to qualify? (41:52)Live episode from 1916 Company referenced:https://www.youtube.com/live/hIdbfhgkgXo?si=MGnJsWQC7j-HR9S9Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/LdOMWq2ALygLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 38 minutes 28 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Talking Hobby, Content & Creating a Repack w/ Josh from The Hockey Cards Gongshow

Josh from the Hockey Card Gongshow joins me to discuss the hobby, share some thoughts on content, and explain the conception and philosophy behind their "Gongshow Reloaded Hockey Repack."Instagram Page for the new venture:https://www.instagram.com/gongshow_reloaded/Hockey Card Gongshow YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@hockeycardsgongshow/Comments/Questions Welcome as alwaysCheck out my  @BICWrestling  channel:https://www.youtube.com/@BICWrestlingThanks for watching!Want to support the channel?Like, subscribe, and comment of course. That's free and always appreciated.#SportsCards #TheHobby

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1 month ago
1 hour 23 minutes 36 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Networks, Repacks & Pet Peeves Oh My! | BIC 145

This week's show starts with the regular segments: silly card of the week (1:41), reviewing last week's comments (9:31), and pickups (14:38).From there, a brief discussion on the brand new "Sports Card Clubhouse" network started by MidLife Cards, Junk Wax Hero and Splendid Sports (21:22).Things then move to the main topic of the brand-new repack product announced by the Hockey Card Gongshow. Carlos, and then the guys have a discussion on this, as AMG has been named as a partner in acquiring cards for the product. (28:15) After a rundown and some discussion, they also discuss repacks in general and reiterate the stance of the podcast on such products (39:36).To conclude, Bobbles reopens the Pet Peeves discussion with the chain of customer service and asks what people would change in the hobby to improve it (1:12:55).Link to the Sports Card Clubhouse network page on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/55jDSafecMXXUpHPARggQpMost recent episode of the Hockey Card Gongshow referenced:https://youtu.be/nDrshQIQqtM?si=yJ4SzClyBKTyXcrGThanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/UqTO-iZaAl8Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 33 minutes 54 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Sports Card Therapist Returns & Week 1 NFL | BIC 144

A mix of things this week as we are less than 2 months away from the Toronto Sport Card Expo - Fall Edition. First Bobbles confirms that he indeed will be attending the Expo this fall, followed by the Silly Card of the Week (7:36).Pickups follow that (16:08) and then a brief rundown and discussion on the most recent episode on the channel, reacting to the return of the Sports Card Therapist (31:50).We read over comments from last week (42:43), and then Brandon mentions the new Gem Rate data, and we briefly discuss where things sit with SGC (50:17).Lastly, a discussion on week 1 of the NFL to close things out. (1:15:05)Episode from this week on the return of the Sports Card Therapist:https://youtu.be/ImGVWA6TzbQ?si=JKkpSOizWx6o7dfcThanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/UqTO-iZaAl8Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 32 minutes 38 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Introducing "Mayo" Marcel | BIC 143

*Original Airdate: Sep 2, 2025*


A fun, collecting-centric episode as the guys discuss the silly card of the week (1:45), Carlos introduces "Mayo Marcel," much to Eric's chagrin (11:09), and a historic amendment is made to the infamous "BIC Rules" (38:56). Then they look at some recent pickups. (44:30)In the main topic, Carlos takes a trip down memory lane with a classic video from the channel's past and ties it into some recent thoughts and another podcast episode from this week. (1:30:48)What is good card content? My Response (Video from April 2022):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGFaqy6aumIVideo from  @tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648  referenced about Mickey Mantle:https://youtu.be/HHzuKYg_7NQ?si=8ompnXYcPJa1kxSdStacking Slabs Podcast episode referenced:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-to-profession-going-all-in-with-chris-mcgill/id1510235989?i=1000724341630Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/sDKuER000X4Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
2 hours 3 minutes 35 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
$12.9 Million Jordan/Kobe sale, Record Breaking Cutler & The Vintage/Modern Divide | BIC 142

*Original Airdate: Aug 26, 2025*


A few simple topics branch out into quite the super-sized episode.First, the usual segments of silly card of the week (8:55) and then pickups (19:12).From there, the discussion moves to the record-breaking $12.9 Million Kobe/Jordan Dual Logoman auto (26:41), which in turn transitions into a brief hypothetical of what things would look like if Michael Jordan were available to sign beyond his Upper Deck exclusive and an alternate world where the monopolies weren't in place.Then, in talking about a $12,000 2012 Prizm Black Finite Jay Cutler the guys discuss what else you could get with the $12k in football through another QB and consider how much beyond a "reasonable" comp they would be willing to pay for a PC/Grail piece (51:31).Lastly, a recent Mangini Collection video inspired Brandon to think through the implications of the Vintage/Modern Collector divide, perceived versus real, and why that might be the case (1:40:22).The post for the $12.9 Million Dollar Logoman sale from IG:https://www.instagram.com/p/DNyCa6JQH-c/?img_index=1Episode of Stacking Slabs that discussed the Jay Cutler Black Prizm 1/1 sale:https://www.stackingslabs.com/episodes/the-football-card-podcast-8-cutler-community-and-the-state-of-football-cards @MrJmangini  video referenced:https://youtu.be/004hkhxZ4Lw?si=vCrxbyA3xqwOcBAlComplementary  @TheSportsCardDad  discussion on a similar vein:https://youtu.be/BhCzYU3JwA4?si=0t9UJM-PxChlltu8Thanks to  @AMGCollectibles  for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/pI-tS7aAceELink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
2 hours 35 minutes 39 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
“Content” Ghost Ship Adrift | BIC 141

*Original Airdate: Aug 19, 2025*


This episode starts off with the usual segments after about 15 minutes of nonsense with Pickups (16:00) followed by the Silly Card of the Week (28:02).Then, in the first main topic, the guys discuss the 4 Collectors channel, announcing that it will be the new home of Hobby Hotline. That in itself is noteworthy, but Carlos has some questions about the potential implications for the Bench Clear channel itself and a few other dominoes that may fall (36:09).The rest of the episode covers Fanatics' recycling of Content, which led to a discussion on the perception of value and applying logic to the hobby, in violation of BIC Rule #8 (1:00:48). @4CollectorsForCollectors  Announcement video adding Hobby Hotline:https://youtu.be/NSRiiWZtIH0?si=W2Atd6a2zVeDC2PgThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/nIQaH76Z0TwLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 44 minutes 52 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Has the National Created It's Own Competition? | BIC 140

*Original Airdate: Aug 12, 2025*


A trio of main topics this week, but first, we start with the silly card of the week (9:07), followed by this week's pickups (18:47) for the regular segments, which continued for a while as the guys ended up being nostalgic about old dial-up internet.Once that was done, the first main topic concerns the National that just ended and the question about whether the price, trade night/event crackdown, and other factors are creating an opportunity for competing events and card shows in the area, not unlike what happens during the week of WWE's Wrestlemania (47:17).From there, we move off into discussing how Collector's shift to move SGC into a "boutique" brand doesn't create an interesting opportunity for CGC to solidify itself into the alternative to PSA (1:14:52).Lastly, after  @BaseballCollector  did a breakdown discussing Sports Card YouTube viewership as a response to the topic recently coming back to the forefront, the guys discuss this and add some other factors that might be worth considering as to why some of the largest channels would have less views now than in the heyday of COVID, and if this even matters when you consider how many channels are out there now (1:39:11).Articles referenced:Smaller Card Shows Thrive in an Era of Big Business:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/smaller-card-shows-thrive-in-an-era-of-big-business/Baseball Collector's video (Is Sports Card Content on YouTube Dying??!!):https://youtu.be/YH-ubusKj9k?si=eXvgtaZNOUzP8-BWThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/nIQaH76Z0TwLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
2 hours 7 minutes 55 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Eric ruins The National & Hobby Pet Peeves | BIC 139

*Original Airdate: Aug 5, 2025*


In the post-National episode, the guys discuss the silly card of the week (2:05), some pickups (10:51), and then some takeaways from the National coverage they saw, including Detroit being named as the site for the 2028 show and why Eric may be responsible for fun being banned at the show going forward. (23:37)Then Carlos concludes things with a quick talk on one of his hobby Pet Peeves and opens things up for others to add their own. (1:06:53)Articles referenced:Dealers selecting Detroit as site for 2028:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/2028-national-sports-collectors-convention/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/nIQaH76Z0TwLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
1 hour 32 minutes 23 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
The Week in Review & Obligatory National Talk | BIC 138

*Original Airdate: Jul 29, 2025*


For this week, the guys go through the usual segments, pickups (18:01), and silly card of the week. (28:24)From there, the rest of the episode consists of Carlos recapping the recent videos from the past week or so, including comments, with some observations on what it means for what people seem to be drawn to and where the Sports Card niche stands. (42:18)Lastly, we do the obligatory "National" discussion with some thoughts on where we think things will fall this week, and what, if any, takeaways we expect coming away from the card show. (1:28:49)Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/mBt5LH68ayYLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
1 hour 59 minutes 42 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Hobby Palooza Recap & $350 Million Fake Autograph Scandal | BIC 137

*Original Airdate: Jul 22, 2025*


This week's podcast focuses on the regular segments of pickups, silly card of the week, and going over listener comments. From there, the discussion goes to a recap of Hobby Palooza that Carlos and Eric participated in over the weekend. (34:59)Lastly, the main topic is discussing the alleged $350 million mass fraud in the sports memorabilia autograph market. We share thoughts, where we sit in the space after, and where we think things are going to go from here. (42:22)Our contribution to Hobby Palooza:https://www.youtube.com/live/99q_q6UCAwI?si=sDr57-nYBbCcmV1ySports Collectors Daily Article on the fraud:https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/indiana-police-suicide-followed-counterfeit-sports-memorabilia-raid/Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/urua3WwHMiULink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
2 hours 33 minutes 24 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
eBay trying Extended Bidding & the Collector Priority Scale | BIC 136

*Original Airdate: Jul 8, 2025*


The podcast week starts with the Silly Card of the Week (2:08), followed by last week's comments (12:03) and then some mail time (21:52). The discussion then shifts to eBay experimenting with extended bidding (33:30), and finishes up with a breakdown and discussion on the "Collectors Priority Scale" as a way to decide how we bid and make offers. (1:15:43)Cllct article on eBay's Extended Bidding experiment:https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/auctions/ebay-testing-extended-bidding-for-trading-cardsThanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/Pe7h0hp1f_ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
1 hour 59 minutes 7 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Marchand will NOT be a Bruin & Influencing Responsibly | BIC 135

Original Airdate: Jul 1, 2025


A few topics sprinkled in this week's episode.First, the silly card of the week starts things off (8:15), followed by a review of some comments and pickups from this week, including Carlos' World Series of Poker-themed COMC pickup (15:04).Out of pity for Eric, then they briefly discuss 'the hockeys', including Brad Marchand NOT being a Bruin going forward and Mitch Marner going to Vegas in a sign and trade deal (36:45).Then, in the main topic, Carlos gives a brief overview of the first two episodes of the new Brian Gray Podcast. Mainly focusing on the second episode, as Angel Reese is discussed along with BG's love of getting base cards in high-end breaks and influencers. (46:09)This conversation on influencers then branches into a discussion on the idea and definition of influencers and how the larger the platform, the more complicated and important it becomes to become clearer and more thoughtful in "takes" and opinions shared. (1:06:00)Link to Brian Gray's podcast on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-bri-the-deal-guy-no-holds-barred/id1813446118Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/Pe7h0hp1f_ILink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast

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2 months ago
1 hour 49 minutes 48 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
Hobby Summer & Fanatics Fest Thoughts | BIC 134
Original Airdate: Jun 24, 2025After this week's Silly Card of the Week segment (7:44), Carlos runs through some cards that he picked up, a few that got away, and a disappointment from this year's edition of The Cup (19:21).From there, the conversation goes to the hobby in the summertime, as there are some lulls in the content and collecting side, it would seem. Does this perception align with reality? (55:17)Lastly, a discussion on Fanatics Fest following the event this past weekend. The guys share some thoughts and observations. (1:29:57)Link to the Friday Live, where NEO Cards and Comics joined us to discuss Fanatics Fest:https://www.youtube.com/live/o-TG_jBPnrg?si=Th6mE91mCXjlT559&t=9665Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/NhPSJBzNk38Link to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast
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2 months ago
2 hours 15 minutes 23 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
eBay Etiquette & WhatNot Never Learns | BIC 133
Original Airdate: Jun 17, 2025Another episode has the guys discussing some new pickups, silly card of the week, and yet another episode of "WhatNot Never Gets It Right"Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/TByb5RGoC6kLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast
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2 months ago
1 hour 48 minutes 16 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
PSA Survey's, SGC Conspiracies & UD "Innovation" | BIC 131
This week's podcast features a full agenda as Carlos reviews some incoming mail with some "no bueno" shipping practices. (14:06)In the main agenda topics, the guys talk about PSA's survey on "Card Cleaning" with its suspicious timing (25:45), SGC getting a new PSA neighbor in Boca Raton (40:03), and Upper Deck "innovating" with slabbed RPA's from The Cup. (1:03:54)To conclude, they also examine some Gemrate data and some interesting findings as Pokémon becomes even more dominant in the space. (1:36:22)Gemrate IG with the numbers shown:https://www.instagram.com/p/DKYIRMLsTXY/?img_index=2Thanks to @AMGCollectibles for supporting the podcast and channel. Here are some of their socials to see more of what's coming up for them:Check out AMG's website:https://amgcollectibles.caInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/amgsportscards/YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AMGCollectibles The Wrestling Card YouTube channel mentioned:https://youtu.be/SmFBbrYV4YMSee Bobbles on their channel:https://www.youtube.com/@bobblesandballcardsFollow Eric on his IG:https://www.instagram.com/sanderson2orr/Link to the YouTube version of the episode:https://youtu.be/nPa4zt0yNdgLink to Because I'm Carlos on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-im-carlos/id1540871164You can reach me in the comment section of the YouTube channel or on Instagram (@because_im_carlos).Thanks for listening!#SportsCards #TheHobby #sportscardpodcast Disclaimer: The channel is partnered with AMG Collectibles
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2 months ago
1 hour 56 minutes 31 seconds

Because I'm Carlos
The audio version of my YouTube channel (Because I'm Carlos), this podcast features my conversations with fellow Sports Card collectors, industry insiders, and hobby questions brought from listeners and viewers. Enjoy the conversations which are hobby-based, but can certainly delve into other areas of collecting and life. You can also check out more on the "Because I'm Carlos" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaCgEaXNDinc57_4bJwWwA