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Cards on Blast

Cards on Blast

Written by: JT & The Bird
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Cards On Blast is hosted by lifelong friends JT & The Bird, who have shared over 32 years of friendship and a passion for collecting. Each episode, they dive into the world of sports cards, ripping packs, analyzing prices, and uncovering the rich history behind the hobby. But more than just cards, it’s about sports, stories, and the banter of two friends who love to talk. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, new 30-minute episodes drop regularly—so don’t miss out!

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Episodes
  • The “City of Brotherly Love”
    Jan 26 2026

    PHILLY IS IN THE BUILDING! 🔔⚾️🦅🏀

    Episode 33 of Cards on Blast is live, and we’re taking the City Spotlight to the 215! From the Broad Street Bullies to the "Process," Philadelphia has some of the most legendary cards and characters in the hobby.

    In this episode: 🏙️ The Philly Mount Rushmore: Mike Schmidt, Dr. J, Reggie White, and Bobby Clarke. Who’s your #1 Philly icon? 📉 Hobby Headlines: Is Beckett moving to a PSA-style upcharge model? We break down the rumors. 🐢 MTG Turtle Takeover: The "Lorwyn Eclipsed" error that has Ninja Turtles popping up in the wrong set! ⚾ Topps at 75: Our first look at the 2026 Series 1 design and that diamond-encrusted logo.

    Question for the comments: Which Philly legend has the most "must-own" card? Is it a Mike Schmidt rookie, an Iverson Chrome, or a vintage Wilt? 👇

    #CardsOnBlast #PhillySports #PhiladelphiaPhillies #Eagles #Sixers #Flyers #TheHobby #Topps75 #MTG #Beckett Grading

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Shipping Up To Boston - City Spotlight
    Jan 7 2026

    This week on Cards On Blast, JT and the Bird are heading to the "City of Champions." We’re taking a deep dive into the legendary Boston sports market, from the multi-million dollar Tom Brady rookies to the vintage grails of Bill Russell and Ted Williams. If it wears the Red, White, Blue, or Green, we’re talking about its place in your collection.

    But first, we have to address the "statistical impossibility" rocking the hobby. We break down the Filthbomb Controversy: How did one breaker pull three MLB Debut Patches back-to-back in 12 hours? Is it just incredible luck, or are the cases "juiced"? We look at the 1-in-37-billion math and what this means for the average collector.

    In this episode:

    • Hobby Headlines: The Filthbomb/Topps Chrome Update drama and a massive list of new pre-orders (Pristine, Midnight Basketball, and more).
    • City Spotlight - Boston: The ultimate checklist for Patriots, Celtics, Red Sox, and Bruins collectors. We discuss why Brady’s Championship Ticket and Russell’s 1957 Topps remain the gold standards.
    • Crack That Pack: Bird rips into Pokémon Twilight Masquerade—will he find the chase?
    • What’s In The Stack: Bird shows off some heavy-hitting Boston bangers from his personal stash.

    Join the conversation: Who is your ultimate Boston GOAT to collect? Leave a comment and let us know!

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • NYC Spotlight – The Mecca of the Hobby
    Dec 31 2025

    Is New York City the most valuable "Hobby City" in the world? In this

    episode, JT and the Bird take a bite out of the Big Apple to explore the

    legendary cards and icons that define the NYC market.

    In this episode:

    🚨 UK Breaking Scandal: We dive into "The Hobby Box" controversy and the

    alleged pack-switch that has the community demanding transparency.

    🗽 City Spotlight: From the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle to Derek Jeter’s SP Foil, we break down why the "New York Premium" is real.

    🏀 The Garden & Beyond: Featuring Knicks legends, the rising stars of the NY Liberty, and the king of Brooklyn, Mike Tyson.

    📈 Market Moves: Pre-order alerts for 2025 Bowman Draft and the unique Leaf Eclectic Signature Series.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
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