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Sports Cards are Dope

Sports Cards are Dope

Written by: Dr. Tyler Tarver
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 Welcome to the Sports Cards Are Dope podcast, hosted by Dr. Tyler Tarver (@tarvercards), an aggressively average dude with an above-average obsession for those glorious, four-cornered lil treasures we call sports cards! This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a celebration of sports, pop culture, and the universal joy of pulling a card so dope you immediately start calculating how many shares of Apple you can buy with it. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a curious rookie, or someone who just wants to hear how Michael Jordan, Marvel movies, and Saved by the Bell all connect through cardboard, you’ve found your proverbial home. Here, we keep it (mostly) positive as we dive into the wild world of collecting: rookie chases, market trends, and how these little slices of nostalgia tie into fandom, investing, and, yes, incredible relationships! Also, expect plenty of stories, pop culture tangents, and more than a few questionable analogies. So grab your penny sleeves, settle in, and let’s talk sports cards more than your spouse would ever allow! SPORTS. CARDS. ARE. DOPE. (and so are you 🎧✨)! Now quit reading, hit follow, and let’s dance you beautiful chicken nugget.Tarver Cards LLC Basketball
Episodes
  • Buying a Massive Sports Card Collection Without Getting Burned

    Buying a Massive Sports Card Collection Without Getting Burned
    Feb 6 2026

    Buying big collections isn’t just about money — it’s about people, emotions, and trust.
    Here’s the exact mindset and process I use to price collections quickly without pressuring sellers.

    Timestamps
    0:56 Why big collection deals are emotional
    2:16 The #1 rule: don’t meet when you’re rushed
    4:41 Quantity doesn’t equal value (the story I tell sellers)
    14:01 Value vs liquidity (and why “comps” can mislead)
    15:11 My pricing formula: 90% for strong stuff, 50–60% for the rest

    Thanks to our monthly supporters
    • Ryan McVay
    • Justin Jonte
    • Azilllatheodd
    • Klendathu
    • Tatershed
    • Justin Burch
    • Always_Eaton
    • Chris Crimminger
    • Casey Miller
    • Ryan Bruder
    • Kevin Quiles
    • Evan Hastie
    • Donut
    • Josh Stewart
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    25 mins
  • The Packman Livestream Situation 😬 Breaking, Chat Trolls, and How We Handle It

    The Packman Livestream Situation 😬 Breaking, Chat Trolls, and How We Handle It
    Feb 2 2026

    no timestamps cause i'm tired and wanna go to bed 😂

    Thanks to our monthly supporters
    • Ryan McVay
    • Justin Jonte
    • Azilllatheodd
    • Klendathu
    • Tatershed
    • Justin Burch
    • Always_Eaton
    • Chris Crimminger
    • Casey Miller
    • Ryan Bruder
    • Kevin Quiles
    • Evan Hastie
    • Donut
    • Josh Stewart
    • Zach LaFountain
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    26 mins
  • How to NOT Get Scammed Buying Sports Cards Online

    How to NOT Get Scammed Buying Sports Cards Online
    Jan 30 2026

    Buying cards through DMs can feel like a gamble. In this episode, Tyler breaks down where scams happen most and the simple habits that protect you across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Discord, and eBay.

    He shares real stories of getting burned, the red flags he watches for now, and why paying a little extra can be the cheapest insurance in the hobby.

    Timestamps
    0:00 How people get ripped off in the hobby
    1:04 The hobby runs on trust and what happens when it breaks
    2:40 Discords: great when accountability is real
    9:00 Facebook and Twitter deals pros, cons, and risk
    12:57 Instagram: getting scammed and how to spot bad vibes
    20:50 eBay: why it’s the default safest option
    25:37 Tyler’s rules to avoid getting scammed

    Thanks to our monthly supporters
    • Ryan McVay
    • Justin Jonte
    • Azilllatheodd
    • Klendathu
    • Tatershed
    • Justin Burch
    • Always_Eaton
    • Chris Crimminger
    • Casey Miller
    • Ryan Bruder
    • Kevin Quiles
    • Evan Hastie
    • Donut
    • Josh Stewart
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    31 mins
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