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NasCardRadio Episode 169: The guys are back after a week off. They review last week’s Las Vegas Grand Prix race and winner Max Verstappen's rookie trading cards. That’s a great segway to the third Topps F1 giveaway which was at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The guys cover the last 10 cards in the 30-card set and review the other 20 cards that Topps giveaway. Next the guy’s take a look at the current Topps Now F1 Archive and it still Swiss Cheese with weeks of cards and print run numbers missing. Next the guys discuss the COMC Pricing Error Protection policy and how this is bad for buyers and sellers but great for COMC. Next the Racing Card Hall of Fame nominations are in full swing and Logan gives an update. It's that time of year for Stocks for Tots and Val covers the current attendee list. The guys close out the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Happy Thanksgiving from Logan & Val #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 168: The guys review last week’s Phoenix Raceway Craftsman Truck Series (Christian Eckes), Xfinity Series (Cole Custer) and Cup (Ross Chastain) winners, highest finishing rookies (Jake Garcia, Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Also covering the new 2023 Champions Ben Rhodes, Cole Custer and Ryan Blaney and their rookie cards! Next, the guys cover the Brazil Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and his rookie cards. The Racing Card Hall of Fame is next on the agenda. The guys discuss Logan's brain child, The Racing Card Hall of Fame. Logan talks about what it is, when it will start and how you can nominate your favorite racing trading cards to be voted on. Also on the show, Val saw that Black Friday trading card deals are happening now. The guys check out the Big 3 web sites and review some of the sweet deals going on now. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 167: The guys review last week’s Martinsville Speedway Xfinity Series (Justin Allgaier) and Cup (Ryan Blaney) winners, highest finishing rookies (Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the Mexico City Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and his rookie cards. Next Val saw an article of the most influential Women in race. The guys cover the results and expand on it. Next there was a massive 23xi video released on X. The guys talk about the impact and what it could mean for the Phoenix race. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 166: The guys review last week’s Homestead-Miami Speedway Craftsman Truck Series (Carson Hocevar), Xfinity Series (Sam Mayer) and Cup (Christopher Bell) winners, highest finishing rookies (Rajah Caruth, Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas winner Max Verstappen and his rookie cards. Next, the guys cover the new cards that Topps giveaway in Texas at the United States Grand Prix. This is the second of three Topps F1 giveaways at the US tracks. The first was at the Miami Grand Prix and the last will be in Las Vegas. The guys discuss the second card giveaway checklist and who should be in the third release. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 165: The guys review last week’s Las Vegas Motor Speedway Xfinity Series (Riley Herbst) and Cup (Kyle Larson) winners, highest finishing rookies (Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys revisit the 1989-90 TG Masters of Racing set but this time with a twist. They were able to acquire the original contracts between TG Racing and some of the legends that appear in the set. These contracts are what enabled TG Racing to producing the trading cards with their likeness and all signed by the legends themself. It's a great bookend to the 1989 TG Masters of Racing set that was showcased on NasCardRadio show 160. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some AWESOME eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 164: The guys review last week’s Charlotte Motor Speedway Xfinity Series (Sam Mayer) and Cup (A.J. Allmendinger) winners, highest finishing rookies (Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the Qatar Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and his rookie cards. In the next segment Logan reviews the Panini 75 Anniversary redemption cards he got in the mail. For the main segment the guy’s go over their list of Top 10 Dale Earnhardt Jr cards. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some sweet eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

The 1952 Daytona Beach & Road Course Race with Commentary

NasCardRadio Episode 162: The guys review last week’s Texas Motor Speedway Xfinity Series race (John Hunter Nemechek) and Cup (William Byron) winners, highest finishing rookies (Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the Japanese Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and his rookie cards. In the next segment the guys revisit the 1986 Bosch Indy Car Set. Show off the card design and card backs. Review the checklist and how they came packaged. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 163: The guys review last week’s Talladega Superspeedway Craftsman Truck Series (Brett Moffitt) and Cup (Ryan Blaney) winners, highest finishing rookies (Daniel Dye and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. In the next segment the guys review the 1982 Kidco Tough Wheels Variations that have surfaced in the hobby. The guys break down and examine the variations. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 161: The guys review last week’s Bristol Motor Speedway Craftsman Truck Series (Corey Heim), Xfinity Series race (Justin Allgaier) and Cup (Denny Hamlin) winners, highest finishing rookies (Taylor Gray, Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the Singapore Grand Prix winner Carlos Sainz and his rookie cards. In the next segment the guys revisit the 1996 Pinnacle Speedflix lenticular set. Review the different sub sets in the release. Also view the different inserts sets and the pack odds for each one. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some high dollar F1 eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 160: The guys review last week’s Kansas Speedway Craftsman Truck Series (Christian Eckes), Xfinity Series race (John Hunter Nemechek) and Cup (Tyler Reddick) winners, highest finishing rookies (Taylor Gray, Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the IndyCar Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey winner Scott Dixon and 2023 IndyCar Champion Alex Palou and their rookie cards. In the next segment the guys revisit the 1989 TG Maters of Racing set. Review the different series and how they were sold. The color photographs used for the set were taken by the same person who produced some of the early NASSCAR trading cards and the Racing Pictorial magazine. Most of the photography taken at racing events were in black and white for newspaper photos. These color photos are rare and provide a complete color history spanning 1959-1986. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 158: The guys review last week’s Milwaukee Mile Craftsman Truck Series (Grant Enfinger), Daytona International Speedway Xfinity Series race (Justin Allgaier) and Cup (Chris Buescher) winners, highest finishing rookies (Jake Garcia, Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover Dutch Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and Bommarito Automotive Group 500 winner Scott Dixon and their rookie cards. After the Daytona International Speedway, they race the 2023 Cup playoff spots are revealed and the guys are counting their way up the playoff spots and reviewing the driver rookie cards. One of these drivers will be the 2023 Champion. The guys wrap up the show with some awesome eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 159: The guys review last week’s Darlington Raceway Xfinity Series race (Denny Hamlin) and Cup (Kyle Larson) winners, highest finishing rookies (Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, the guys cover the Grand Prix of Italy winner Max Verstappen and BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland winner Alex Palou and their rookie cards. We are excited to announce that Panini will be releasing a 2023 Panini Prime this year. The guys break down the sell sheet and go over some of the new surprises in the release. Finally, the guys wrap up the show with some awesome eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 157: The guys review last week’s Watkins Glen International Xfinity Series race (Sam Mayer) and Cup (William Byron) winners, highest finishing rookies (Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, they cover some NASCAR Trading Card news. Dale Jr is getting a Netflix Docuseries and will that help with a NASCAR trading card bump? In the next segment the guys discuss the latest news where NFLPA is revoking it's license a few years early. The guys give their opinion on Fanatics business practices the last few years. The guys find some time to review the Maxx Faxx newsletter produced by Maxx. A Price guide given to paying club members to help promote their products. Lots of detailed information on Maxx products. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 156: Sorry for the audio problems this episode. The guys review last week’s Craftsman Truck Series Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park race (Ty Majeski), Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course Xfinity Series race (Ty Gibbs) and Cup (Michael McDowell) winners, highest finishing rookies (Rajah Caruth, Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next, they cover Gallagher Grand Prix winner Scott Dixon and review his first trading cards. In the next segment the guys pick a few of their favorite drivers and why while showing a few of their cards. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to Kirk for taking time to discuss his journey. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 155: The guys review last week’s Michigan International Speedway Xfinity Series race (John Hunter Nemechek) and Cup (Chris Buescher) winners, highest finishing rookies (Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next we cover Nashville Big Machine Music City Grand Prix winner Kyle Kirkwood and review his first trading cards. In the next segment the guys give their take on the best keep secret in 2023 Donruss and how you can take advantage of the info now before the catrs out of the bag. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to Kirk for taking time to discuss his journey. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 154: The guys review last week’s Richmond Raceway Craftsman Truck Series race (Carson Hocevar), Road America Xfinity Series race (Sam Mayer) and Richmond Raceway race (Chris Buescher) winners, highest finishing rookies (Jake Garcia, Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Max Verstappen gets another win at the Belgian Grand Prix and review his first trading cards. In the next segment the NASCAR HOF class of 2024 was selected and guys review the 3 inductees and their rookie cards. Next, the guys talk about what they saw, heard and picked up at the 43rd National held in Chicago. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to Kirk for taking time to discuss his journey. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 153: Your Pal Val is flying solo while Logan travels to Chicago for the National. He covers last week’s Pocono Raceway Craftsman Truck Series race (Kyle Busch), Xfinity Series (Austin Hill) and (Denny Hamlin) winners, highest finishing rookies (Taylor Gray, Sammy Smith, and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Max Verstappen gets another win at the Hungarian GP and review his first trading cards. Over in the IndyCar series Josef Newgarden pulls off the double win over the weekend. We also cover his first cards. Stay safe and have a great race weekend. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 152: The guys review last week’s New Hampshire Motor Speedway Xfinity Series (John Hunter Nemechek) and (Martin Truex Jr) winners, highest finishing rookies (Chandler Smith, and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Christian Lundgaard gets his first IndyCar win at Honda Indy Toronto and we discuss his first trading cards. Next, we check on Logan who has had quite a few obstacles this week but was determined to record this week. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to Kirk for taking time to discuss his journey. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 151: The guys start the show with special guest Kirk aka MrMint23. He’s been collecting autographed rookie cards back when it was taboo in the hobby. He has amassed an amazing amount of autographed Hall of Fame rookie cards. We discuss preparing and all the steps he takes before ink gets applied to his cards. It's a great learning experience no matter which sports you collect. Next the guys review last week’s Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Craftsman Truck Series race (Corey Heim) Atlanta Motor Speedway Xfinity Series (John Hunter Nemechek) and Atlanta Motor Speedway Cup (William Byron) winners, highest finishing rookies (Nick Sanchez, Sammy Smith, and Noah Gragson) and their rookie trading cards. Over the pond at the British Grand Prix Max Verstappen was the winner and we discuss his first trading cards. The guys discuss the new F1 movie being filmed at this year’s British Grand Prix and NASCAR announced the list of nominees for selection to the 2024 NASCAR Hall of Fame. The guys make their picks. Finally, there are some groovy sweet eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to Kirk for taking time to discuss his journey. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 150: The guys review last week’s Chicago Street Course Xfinity Series (Cole Custer) and Cup (Shane Van Gisbergen) winners, highest finishing rookies (Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Over in F1 they cover the Rolex Austrian GP winner Max Verstappen and IndyCar Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio winner Alex Palou's rookie cards. In the next segment the guys pull back the covers on the newly released 2023 Chronicles Racing sell sheet and break it all down. What's new and what's going away. Are your favorite sub sets going away? You’ll have to tune in to find out what’s in and what’s out. Finally, there are some sweet, minty eBay auctions in ‘Kings Court’. Special thanks to our sponsor, Panini America. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 149: The guys review last week’s Nashville Superspeedway Craftsman Truck Series race (Carson Hocevar), Xfinity Series (AJ Allmendinger) and Cup (Ross Chastain) winners, highest finishing rookies (Nick Sanchez, Parker Retzlaff and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. In the next segment the guys have seen a renewed interest in the 2018 SLINGSHOT insert set from 2018 Donruss. Now that Panini has brought the insert set back in 20123 Donruss are the SLINGSHOT inserts the scarcest non-numbered insert ever? The guys review the SLINGSHOT checklists and show off some rare PSA graded 2018 SLINGSHOT's as well as a few 2023 Donruss SLINGSHOT's that have been found so far. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘Kings Court’. Special thanks to our sponsor, Panini America. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 148: The guys review last week’s Grand Prix of Canada (Max Verstappen) and Grand Prix at Road America (Alex Palou) winners and their rookie trading cards. Next the 2023 Donruss racing checklist has been released along with the actual product. The guys break down the sell sheet and the checklist. Reviewing the insert sets and some images from a few box breaks. Very detailed discussions on 2023 Donruss racing that you don't want to miss. Who’s in Optic that wasn’t included in the base series. Tune in to find out! In the next segment Logan reviews the iconic 2005 Press Pass Legends set. The checklist, how they were packaged, inserts and autographs that make up this historic release. Finally, there are some high dollar Formula One eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to our sponsor, Panini America. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 147: 00:21 INTRO 01:44 Shoutouts 02:59 Aric Almirola 1st Cards 06:00 Sammy Smith 1st Cards 07:35 Martin Truex Jr. 1st Cards 11:45 Ty Gibbs 1st Cards 15:30 NASCAR News 19:49 Topps 2023 Sterling Celebrity Break 31:30 Racing Wax Box Prices Right Now, A Good Buy? 48:20 Kings Court The guys review last week’s Sonoma Raceway Xfinity Series (Aric Almirola) and Cup (Martin Truex Jr) winners, highest finishing rookies (Sammy Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. Next Logan wants to discuss the Topps 2023 Sterling Baseball Box Break where Antoine Griezmann and Michael Rubin both hit large value cards out of two boxes. In the next segment the guys explore Racing Wax box prices. Blowout Cards, Steel City Collectibles and Dave and Adam's Card World have lots of racing wax boxes on sale. The guys dig in to the sales and offer their option on the best deals. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to our sponsor, Panini America. #thehobby #tradingcards

NasCardRadio Episode 146: The guys review last week’s Craftsman Truck Series race (Grant Enfinger), Xfinity Series (Cole Custer) and Cup (Kyle Busch) winners, highest finishing rookies (Nick Sanchez, Chandler Smith and Ty Gibbs) and their rookie trading cards. We also review rookies’ cards for Formula One Spanish Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and IndyCar Grand Prix of Detroit winner Alex Palou. In the next segment the guys discuss Through The Mail (TTM) autographs and admire Tim Mauzy’s recent return video. It's never too early to plan for the 2023 National and during the next segment the guys chat about how to start preparing for Chicago. Finally, there are some groovy eBay auctions in ‘The Kings Court’. Special thanks to our sponsor, Panini America. #thehobby #tradingcards