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Upper Deck Clear Cut is a Clear WINNER! - Card Talk w Mrs Doc Aug 27

The team discuss 2024-25 Upper Deck Clear Cut Hockey, 2025 Origins Football, and 2025 Upper Deck James Bond No Time to Die!  
CHAPTERS: 
01:50 - 2025 Origins Football
09:50 - 2024-25 Upper Deck Clear Cut Hockey
15:20 - 2025 Upper Deck James Bond No Tie To Die
 
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S3 Episode 71: Chad Rants on eBay Seller, The Guys Go To ANOTHER Card Show!

Chad & Ricky are back from a weekend at The Classic Card Show & Overtime Cards to discuss their pickups, review the card show, and are joined by special guest Joey of sac.kinds.cards to promote Hoops_Hobby_Hangout and answer one key question. 
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Panini Ruins Immaculate Football - Card Talk w/ Mrs. Doc

The team breaks down 2024 Immaculate Football and 2025 Topps Chrome Star Wars. 
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SPORTS CARDS RELEASESBROUGHT TO YOU BY CHECKLIST INSIDER
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 20TH2025 PANINI BOYS OF SUMMER BASEBALLDISCUSSED ON SHOW RELEASED 8/08/25
2025 TOPPS CHROME STAR WARSThis set checklist highlights various Star Wars series and films in the expansive product, including The Acolyteand Skeleton Crew. The newest Star Wars characters are noted with a Debut Medallion, which is similar to theRC logo for rookies on sports cards. Among the hits, the checklist is fueled by autographs and sketch cards. Asfor the Sketch cards, over 180 artists contributed hand-drawn artwork. These are considered box hits alongwith the Printing Plate Book Cards (1/1).AUTOGRAPHS: STICKERSET SIZE: ?10 CARD PER PACK | 10 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 1 Hit, 4 #’d parallelsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: BREAKER’S DELIGHT (2 AUTOS), VALUE BLASTERS BOXESHobby Cost: $230VERDICT: WARS NOT MAKE ONE GREAT (3/5)
THURSDAY AUGUST 21ST2025 PANINI IMMACULATE NFLThis set boasts a selection of premium content that collectors have come to expect from the high-end NFLbrand. Per Panini, "Some of the most desirable autograph memorabilia content of the product season can befound only in Immaculate Football, headlined by the sublime and hard-signed Rookie Patch Autographs andPremium Patch Autographs." Teased signers include Amon-Ra St. Brown, Drew Brees, Herman Moore, KirkCousins, Myles Garrett and Rome Odunze.AUTOGRAPHS: ON CARDSET SIZE: 3006 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 5 Autographs or RelicsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: FOTLHobby Cost: $1,500VERDICT: PERSONAL FOUL, FOR GIVING HIM THE BUSINESS (2/5)

S3 Episode 70: Ricky's Collection is Running Wild on YOU(SA)!!

Ricky updates Chad and the listeners on his next collecting adventure, the team is joined by Alex Jones to discuss the Classic Card Show, and say his name and he'll appear. 
Classic Card Show: http://theclassiccardshow.comSaturday August 16th, Embassy Suites by Hilton, South Jordan Salt Lake City10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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National Treasures, Topps Finest, & SP Authentic - Card Talk with Mrs. Doc

The team covers 2024-25 National Treasures & Topps Finest Basketball,  2024-25 SP Authentic Hockey, & 2025 Topps Finest and Prizm Baseball.
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SPORTS CARDS RELEASESBROUGHT TO YOU BY CHECKLIST INSIDER
TUESDAY AUGUST 12TH2025 TOPPS FINEST MLBThis set continues the chromium MLB series known for vivid designs. Star pitcher Paul Skenes graces the boxcover for his first solo appearance on a Topps product. This set features busy chromium stylings with variousRefractors, plus new chase inserts and lots of autographs.AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD AND STICKER ?SET SIZE: 30010 CARD PER PACK | 6 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 2 Chrome AutographsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $450VERDICT: TRIPLE PLAY (3/5)
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 13TH2025 PANINI PRIZM BASEBALLThis set takes another swing at the game's all-time greats, top prospects and more. Just like the 2024 edition,Hobby boxes average three autographs. Although collectors won't find any MLB licensing, there should beplenty of talent in the retired players and notable prospects. Teased signers include Iván Rodríguez, MiguelCabrera, Rintaro Sasaki and Travis Bazzana.AUTOGRAPHS: STICKERSET SIZE: 30012 CARD PER PACK | 12 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 3 Autographs, and 12 InsertsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $175VERDICT: JUUUUST A BIT OUTSIDE (2/5)
2024 – 2025 UPPER DECK SP AUTHENTIC HOCKEYA long-running favorite for NHL collectors this set checklist caters to the latest rookie class alongside currentstars and retired greats. As has been the case for years, 2024-25 SP Authentic Hockey continues its Upper DeckBounty program that rewards collectors for completing the entire Spectrum FX insert. If you are among thefirst 50 to finish the set, the award is a Spectrum FX Bounty Award set (9 cards), Gold Spectrum FX set (100cards) and a surprise bonus. Those falling outside of the first 50 will receive just the nine-card Spectrum FXBounty Award set.AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARDSET SIZE: 1009 CARD PER PACK | 10 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 1 future watch Autograph, 1 Additional Autograph, 1 Spectrum FX Bounty Insert, 1 numbered Insert ofRare Tech Insert, and 10 Limited Red ParallelsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $160VERDICT: FLYING V (5/5)
THURSDAY AUGUST 14TH2024 – 2025 TOPPS FINEST BASKETBALLOffering a second straight collecting season for the rebooted brand, this set highlights past and present NBAstars with the typical Finest style. This is expected to be the final Finest release without NBA logos. The Toppspresales took place on July 22, 2025, with a price of $119.99 per Hobby box. Last year, Hobby boxes sold for$229.99.AUTOGRAPHS: STICKERSET SIZE: 30010 CARD PER PACK | 6 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 2 Autographs, 6 Uncommon Base, 2 Rare Base, 12 Base Parallels, and 10 insertsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: BREAKER DELIGHT BOXESHobby Cost: $130VERDICT: BOOM GOES THE DYNAMITE (3/5)
FRIDAY AUGUST 15TH2024 – 2025 PANINI NATIONAL TREASURES NBAThis set remains one of the biggest releases of the year for NBA collectors. Hobby boxes are slightly smallerthan last year, dropping from 10 cards to 9 cards per box.AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARDSET SIZE: 1009 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 4 Autographs, 4 Relics, 1 Base/ParallelOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: FOTLHobby Cost: $3200 ?VERDICT: BETTER GET MY DONUTS (2/5)
 

S3 Episode 69: Our National Experience Was AWESOME!!

Chad and Ricky are back from The National and discuss their sports card purchases, good times with friends, and a stolen Lyft by Chauncey Billups.
📢 Huge shoutout to all our buds for spending time with us in Chicago!: Kyle, Carter, Dan, Mitch, Alter Ego Mitchell, Luke, Justin, Justin, Daren, Mark, Julius, Kenny; plus new friends Josh from Portland and Mike from Detroit!
 
Want a custom coaster of your own? Reach out to Justin on IG @ late90sbball and 11_11_crafts
 
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Card Talk: More New Releases - Baseball, Baseball, Baseball (and Hockey)!!

The team jumps on live to give the latest sports card hobby new product releases, going HEAVY on baseball!
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WEDNESDAY JULY 30TH2025-2026 UPPER DECK MVP HOCKEYOffering new inserts alongside seasoned favorites, 2025-26 Upper Deck MVP Hockey gives NHL fans their firstlook at the new season. The budget-friendly product marks the official start o f the 2025-26 collecting year. On average, each Hobby box contains five parallels, 14 inserts and one rare short print. There are no traditional box hits like autographs or relics to count on. For rookie fans who can't wait to start their collection, 2025-26 Upper Deck MVP Hockey supplies rare cards that can be redeemed for TBA rookies. The main Rookie Redemptions series, falling 1:400 Hobby/ePack packs or 1:2,000 Retail/Blaster packs, is broken down bydivision.AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARDSET SIZE: 2508 CARD PER PACK | 20 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 1 Rare Short Printed Card, 10 Base SP/Rookies Cards, 5 Based Silver Script Parallels, 4 Inserts, 10Additional InsertsOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $60VERDICT: FLYING V (5/5)
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6TH2025 TOPPS ARCHIVES SIGNATURE SERIES ACTIVE BASEBALLThis set introduces another year of Active Player Edition boxes, which guarantee one encased buyback autograph, numbered to 99 copies or fewer. Featuring current MLB players, the cards are from prior Toppssets and are hard-signed.
AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARDSET SIZE: N/A1 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 1 buyback AutographOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $90VERDICT: BASES LOADED (4/5)
2025 TOPPS BASEBALL COMPLETE FACTORY SETGreat as gifts or to commemorate the season, 2025 Topps Baseball Complete Factory Set makes short work of collecting the flagship MLB base set from Series 1 and Series 2 (discussed on our June 13th show). Whatdistinguishes this set is the extra content, which contains an exclusive pack of limited foil board parallels as well as five random serial-numbered parallels from the main set.AUTOGRAPHS: N/ASET SIZE: 700+ EXCLUSIVE CARDSUNCLEAR ON THE BREAKDOWN BUT 708 CARDSEach Box has; 5 Foil Parallels, Full Base Set (700 Cards), 3 Base SP RookiesOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: RETAIL (SAME PRICE)Hobby Cost: $60VERDICT: IT MIGHT BE, IT COULD BE, IT IS A HOME RUN (5/5)
FRIDAY AUGUST 8TH2025 PANINI BOYS OF SUMMER BASEBALLYear two of the standalone brand, this set remains focused on the game's former stars and top prospects, showcased in a distinct style. Also mirroring last year, the cards don't showcase any MLB licensing, airbrushingofficial team and league logos from the images. A first for the product, the Jumbo Material Signatures cards are hard-signed. Conflicting information on release date, CI says 8/20AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD AND STICKERSET SIZE: N/A
8 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACKS PER BOXEach Box has; 3 autographs, 1 relicOTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONEHobby Cost: $300VERDICT: JUUUUUST A BIT OUTSIDE (2/5)

Does 2024 National Treasures Football Bring The Hype?

🔴 Card Talk with Mrs. Doc discusses 2024 National Treasures Football.
🏈 The prestigious NFL card brand is back for more in 2024. The 2024 Panini National Treasures Football checklist centers on the latest NFL rookie class, along with a selection of current and former stars. Some of the expected signers include Amon-Ra St. Brown, Drake London, Keon Coleman, J.J. McCarthy, Jalen Hurts and Justin Herbert. AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD SET SIZE: ??? 8 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACK PER BOX ??? Each Box has; 8 Autographs or Memorabilia, 1 Base or Insert, and 1 Parallel (Panini Math)
 
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S3 Episode 68: Day 2 From NSCC - Ricky Just Can't Do it

Ricky cannot find a card to buy to save his life; the guys bump into Nat Turner, Chad goes fisticuffs, and trade night from the lobby
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S3 Episode 67: LIVE From the National - Day 1

The guys recap Wednesday opener of NSCC 2025 including bumping into Michael Rubin, Ken Goldin, listener Josh from Portland - and Chad makes his first purchase.
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