Hoops Hobby Hangout

Episode 37: Cards with Extra Meaning

Do you have any cards that mean more to you than simply the card itself and its place in your collection? From a meaningful sports memory to important life events, we talk about the cards that we own for more...sentimental reasons. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 36: Second Chances

This week we discuss what we would change if we got the chance to redo our hobby existence. What would we do if we went back in time with the vast wisdom and experience we've gained, or jump in for the first time in the 2026 collecting climate. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 35: 1/1 Cards

This week we discuss our favorites 1/1's, our least favorites, and if 1/1's are actually worth the prices we pay for them. We also answer a bunch of questions that came in from our IG poll asking the community about their thoughts on 1/1 cards. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 34: Value and Popularity Discrepancies

There's no doubt that there are "tiers" of cards: products, brands, parallels, and more. But is the discrepancy too much? Should the gap be as big as it is? We talk about that and more in this weeks episode. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 33: Collecting What You Hate?

In this episode we talk about cards we have in our collections that often don't fit our usual collecting habits. Whether that be from players we respect who play on teams we hate, or cards from team rivalries that are needed for sets. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 32: 2000s Inserts

This week we talk 2000s inserts. Which are the best? Worst? Do any standout for other reasons? How do they compare to other eras of inserts? Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 31: The Case for Topps

It’s no secret that we’ve all been critical of Topps’ return foray into basketball cards. Nearing the six month mark since retrieving the card license, Joey builds the case for Topps, trying to convince Steve that Fanatics has done some good with the licenses. Ryan and Adam, who will be absent this week, will be the judges of how we did. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 30: State of the Hobby

This week we share our thoughts on the current state of the hobby from our varying perspectives, current trends we like or dislike, and what the future might hold for the space. Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 29: Multi-Player Cards

This week we talk some multi-player cards. Do you like them or not? Are they better fits for memorabilia, auto, or neither? When does it work and when does it not? We throw some baseball and football cards into the mix too! Visit us on YouTube every Thursday at 9pm ET / 6pm PT for the live recording of the show. https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsHobbyHangout

Episode 28: ABA Cards and Legacy

Last month, a docuseries was released on Amazon Prime Video titled "Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association" discussing the ABA. This week we talk about ABA cards, players, and the lasting legacy of the league.