Breakerculture Podcast

Tonight we catch-up with Eric to discuss the progress of Loupe 4 months after going live. If you haven't checked out LOUPE -- download it here: http://www.benchclear.us/loupeapp   And don't forget to check out our new T-Shirts at: https://benchclear.us/store/   Sponsored by: http://www.collectyourplayer.com YouTube Version is here: https://youtu.be/aAmBgYJYWfM   Bench Clear Media Production  Check out Bench Clear at: http://www.benchclear.us

Today I have a returning guest - Roman - back on to update us on the fast-changing world of BOTS & COOK GROUPS. We talk prices, strategies, investments, and much more....    Check out http://www.collectyourplayer.com​ and find Roman at http://www.cardsnipers.com​    Enjoy the conversation!    Bench Clear Media Production  Check out Bench Clear at: http://www.benchclear.us

Today's episode is one YOU CAN'T MISS. As a podcast host there are certain episodes that you know will be referenced for many months....and this was a no-doubter. I spent an hour speaking with Tyler Hitt - the CEO and Founder of Hybrid Grading. We have one of the most honest conversations I've had over the past 3 years of episodes.    Check out YouTube Version HERE Hybrid Grading is going to shake up the grading industry. They will find their space within a massive part of our hobby.  Today you'll get an inside look at why I think they are special.    Check them out at http://www.hybridgrading.com​   Bench Clear Media Production Check out Bench Clear at: http://www.benchclear.us

Tonight I catch up with Scott from StarStock to discuss recent updates on StarStock -- PSA Submissions, Inventory, User Experience, Community, etc...   USE CODE -- BenchClear for a free $10 at StarStock.com   YouTube Version is HERE Bench Clear Media Production  Check out Bench Clear at: http://www.benchclear.us

Tonight we sit down with Ezra Levine - CEO of Collectable - to discuss the evolution of the fractional sports card world. This was recorded LIVE on the Bench Clear Media YouTube Channel. Excuse a few of the technical difficulties because it was a LIVE environment. Watch the LIVE version HERE Bench Clear Media Production

Today we spent an hour breaking down the craze around NBA TOP SHOT (http://www.nbatopshot.com) and discuss the origins, where does it fit, strategies, etc... YouTube Version HERE TODAY's SPONSOR is: http://www.CollectYourPlayer.com -- AWESOME resource folks Primary RC, Stats, PSA Data!    Special Guest: Bunchu, Corey (TradeUpCards), and Miles!    Enjoy!     Bench Clear Media Production Check out Bench Clear at: http://www.benchclear.us

**Posted this on all Bench Clear Channels... it's an important episode**  Today we bring on a special guest - Frank - a Certified Public Accountant - to help answer questions around Sports Cards & Taxes!    Watch Video Episode on the Bench Clear Channel HERE Email Frank any additional questions at: Frankr@schreiberadvisors.com (please keep it civil)   Subscribe to his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCobU...​ Enjoy!

In early December three of us decided to take on a challenge of constructing a $25,000 portfolio of Sports Cards. Each of us came at it from a different angle and are walking you through monthly updates on how we are managing the collecting of cards. ALL CARDS ARE BELOW Be sure to check out: http://www.collectyourplayer.com This is update #2 -- 30 days after we kicked-off the challenge. Wait until you see what type of returns the group has put together. ALL CARDS and PORTFOLIO RECOMMENDATIONS are HERE

First off, BreakerCulture SEASON 6 kicks-off next week. We'll be back with some AWESOME interviews and market episodes. In the meantime, if you haven't been listening to Tyson's BEHIND THE NUMBERS weekly podcast, you're missing out. Each week he gets better at his approach and continues to provide some great context in the Football Card market.  I join him this week to talk through upcoming AFC / NFL Championship week.  YouTube Version HERE: Bench Clear Media Production

Today's episode is absolutely EPIC! Mike, Ty, and Joe (@SilverJackify) spend an hour breaking down the elements of constructing a sports card portfolio... from the perspective of a financial advisor. We each take $25,000 and build out the type of portfolio we think would provide the best 6-month investment return. We each have a unique strategy for of MODERN & VINTAGE...across ALL SPORTS. YouTube Version is HERE Watch closely and be sure to get your answers in by Wednesday DEC 23rd @ 9pm CST. MIKE -- Baseball Collector Picks Soto https://benchclear.us/SotoUpdate    Doncic  https://benchclear.us/DoncicSilver    LeBron James https://benchclear.us/LebronChrome    Bellinger Auto https://benchclear.us/BellingerAuto    Koufax  PSA 6 https://benchclear.us/Koufax    Aaron PSA 5 https://benchclear.us/Aaron    Mays PSA 5 https://benchclear.us/Mays    Mantle PSA 4 https://benchclear.us/Mantle TY - BreakerCulture Picks Chuma Okeke https:/

Tonight we get some of the Bench Clear crew together to provide you a list of TOP HOBBY HOLIDAY gifts. Each year this question always comes up...and each year we all scramble. Tonight, we make life easier!    YouTube Version is HERE:  Here is a quick reference for you!    UNDER $20  9-Pocket Binder:  Sorting Tray:  Photo Light Box:  UNDER $50  100 Toploaders + Sleeves:  Magnifying Light:  Clutch Baseball:  Superior Fit:  UNDER $200  Repacked Wax:  Pastime Jumbo XL Case:  Boombox Platinum:  Standard Vintage Catalog:  UNDER $500  Card Display Case:  2019 Topps Series 2 Jumbo Box:  2019-20 Chronicles Basketball Cello Box:  HONORABLE MENTION:  2020 Series 1 Hobby Box:  2020 Mosaic Football Mega Box:  TRADE RUMORS Subscription:  BreakerCulture Patreon:  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In EP 108 of Breaker Culture Weekly... @Baseball Collector and I break down the latest news of the $700m Collector's Universe buyout. FIRST - Go check out Pastime Marketplace RIGHT HERE - USE code BenchClear for $10 off! YouTube Link RIGHT HERE Proud members of the Bench Clear Media Network --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

Tonight we have a really special interview with 3 Hobby wives....    YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/b3vn64HVnFA CYLINDA - Wife of John (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJKn...)   KAYLA - Wife of Brandon (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMW6...)   JULIE - Wife of Mike (Bench Clear -- Baseball Collector)   We talk through some important questions around:   - Communicating hobby purchases with each other  - Tips for budgeting  - Ideas for supporting a spouse that collects   AND LOTS MORE! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In EP107 of BreakerCulture Weekly we chat with the founder of the LOUPE App - Eric Doty. This is one of the few major disruptors in the Group Breaking space and Eric helps us understand the origins, current state, and vision of the company!    Check out Loupe here:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/loupetheapp Download App: https://benchclear.us/Loupe  Check out Pastime Marketplace here: https://benchclear.us/Cardcase  Enjoy the rest of the Bench Clear content HERE:  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In BreakerCulture Weekly EP106 -- I sit down with Roman -- owner of a popular cook group (you'll learn more about this in the discussion). We discuss the transition of Sneaker Heads into the Sports Card market. We also breakdown how cook groups, monitors, & bots are are being used to assist folks with buying their product. It's a CRAZY underworld within the sports card community and it will definitely lead to more questions.  The idea is to keep you informed. I'm not an advocate of this activity, but I think you need to know the reality of it!  Don't forget.  FIRST -- Don't Log into eBay/PayPal/etc... unprotected. Protect yourself with the #1 VPN provider in the world...and the only VPN I trust -- EXPRESS VPN !! SECOND - Go check out Pastime Marketplace RIGHT HERE THIRD - Go to www.StarStock.com and use code BenchClear to receive a free $5 when signing up!  Bench Clear Media Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

Today I'm posting Week 7's episode from Tyson's Behind The Numbers. His weekly podcast has been extremely helpful throughout the season...and I enjoyed being on the show this week.  If you missed this weeks action and are looking to catch up, this is an easy way to do it!  We also breakdown some products (Absolute + XR) and provide some BUY/SELL!  Enjoy the conversation!  PS --- Go buy a GRADED CARD case from Pastime Marketplace RIGHT HERE (and use code BENCHCLEAR for 10% off!) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In BreakerCulture Weekly EP105 -- I get on a soapbox for 30minutes and talk about this idea of a Sports Card bubble...and why it's the wrong question to ask. What is the data showing and how should we respond? THE POST is HERE.... with chart:  FIRST -- Don't Log into eBay/PayPal/etc... unprotected. Protect yourself with the #1 VPN provider in the world...and the only VPN I trust -- EXPRESS VPN !! SECOND - Go check out Pastime Marketplace RIGHT HERE Bench Clear Media Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In BreakerCulture Weekly EP104 -- I sit down the Darren Herman - Venture Capitalist and Sports Card enthusiast. You'll want to listen to this conversation as we dive into some of economic elements of the hobby...and unpack where the sports card marketplace COULD be going.  Check out his Sports Card Market Cap article RIGHT HERE FIRST -- Don't Log into eBay/PayPal/etc... unprotected. Protect yourself with the #1 VPN provider in the world...and the only VPN I trust -- EXPRESS VPN !! SECOND - Go check out Pastime Marketplace RIGHT HERE The Show page is HERE: YouTube Link RIGHT HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message

In BreakerCulture Weekly EP103 -- I sit down the Ezra Levine - CEO of COLLECTABLE. You'll want to listen to this conversation as we dive into the new world of FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP within the sports card hobby. Ezra brings a fresh perspective, great hobby experience, and one heck of a team behind him.  Check out Collectable HERE Here are FEW things we covered in today's chat. FIRST -- Don't Log into eBay/PayPal/etc... unprotected. Protect yourself with the #1 VPN provider in the world...and the only VPN I trust -- EXPRESS VPN !! TOPICS TODAY INCLUDE: The origins of Collectable.com Where does Fractional ownership fit within the hobby? What are goals / visions for future IPO's? Perspective on the current climate of Sports Cards Will the Yankees win the World Series?  and SOOO much more!  The Show page is HERE:  YouTube Link HERE:  Ezra provides us yet another perspective into the crazy 2020 in Sports Cards. Hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/br

Welcome to BEHIND THE NUMBERS -- a weekly football card podcast from the Bench Clear Media team. This week we breakdown the action from the Week 3 games. What performances surprised and/or disappointed us?   FIRST -- Don't Log into eBay/PayPal/etc... unprotected. Protect yourself with the #1 VPN provider in the world...and the only VPN I trust -- EXPRESS VPN !! Other Topics include:  The Weekly Pricing Ladder ( LINK HERE ) Joe Burrow vs Justin Herbert?  Is Justing Jefferson for real?  BUY / SELL / HOLD  Russell Wilson, Josh Allen, Aaron Rodgers -- MVP?  Where does 2020 Origins Football fit?   Enjoy the podcast and be sure to leave your thoughts in the comments below.   For show notes visit: https://benchclear.us/behind-the-numbers-week-3/ YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/tIB-pHURagA --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/breakerculture/message