It’s National Trading Card Day and we’re diving deep into the hobby.

Dan sits down with Tyler from Slab Factory to talk about the explosive growth of sports cards and Pokémon, the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, the rise of rarity in the hobby, and why collecting today looks very different from the junk wax era.

We break down:

• The evolution of trading cards from the 80s and 90s to the 2020 boom

• Why Pokémon continues to surge

• The difference between game-worn and player-worn patch cards

• The most iconic card of all time (yes… the Jordan rookie debate)

• Building a personal collection vs. chasing value

• Educating kids in the hobby and avoiding fake cards

• Slab Factory’s growth from Eau Claire to Madison

Plus, Tyler shares pieces from his personal collection — including patch cards, a Derek Jeter rookie, a Jackson Chourio rookie, and talks about his dream card: the Fleer Michael Jordan rookie.

Whether you’re ripping packs with your kids, hunting grails, or just getting back into the hobby after 2020, this episode is for you.

No scripts. No forced takes. Just Man Cave talk.

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The Winter Olympics wrapped up with an unforgettable USA vs Canada hockey showdown — and it reminded me why we fell in love with sports in the first place.

In this episode:
• Olympic passion and pride
• The thrill of victory — and heartbreak
• Is the NFL Combine overrated?
• Draft season excitement
• National Trading Card Day & sports card nostalgia

This one’s about making sports fun again.

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It’s a jam-packed local sports roundup Dan Kasper and Justus Cleveland dive into high school basketball playoff brackets across every division — from D1 heavy hitters to D5 regional rivalries. We break down key matchups, potential upsets, and must-watch rematches across the Chippewa Valley and beyond. Plus, sectional hockey heats up, girls hoops tips off, and the WIAC tournaments bring the drama in basketball, hockey, wrestling, and more. We also react to national championship coach Matt Walker heading to Drake University for a D1 opportunity and what it says about the strength of the WIAC.

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It’s officially crunch time in local sports — and the pressure is building.

On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan Kasper and Brandon Berg dive headfirst into a packed local sports roundup as winter seasons collide with playoff intensity. From high school hockey regional finals and girls wrestling sectionals to boys swimming state and conference-title drama in basketball, everything is happening at once — and nothing is settled yet.

The Division One hockey bracket is loaded with heavy hitters like Superior, Hudson, Stevens Point, and Wausau West, but nobody’s cruising. In Division Two, Rice Lake and Amery are on a collision course, while Big Rivers teams are battling for sectional supremacy. On the hardwood, conference championships are literally coming down to the final night — with Rice Lake vs. Hudson, Regis vs. Fall Creek, and major showdowns across the Western Cloverbelt and Big Rivers.

Plus, the guys break down the latest wrestling reseeding news from the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association, boys swimming state in Waukesha, gymnastics conference action, and a full college sports weekend preview featuring UW–Stout and the Blugolds.

Fast, furious, and playoff-ready — this is what February sports are all about.

No scripts. No forced takes. Just Man Cave talk.

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The Brewers aren’t waiting around — they’re doubling down on Pat Murphy.

In this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan Kasper and Brandon Berg dive into reports of Murphy’s new extension and what it means for the future of the Milwaukee Brewers. Is he now one of the highest-paid managers in baseball? How does that compare to Craig Counsell? And what does this say about the direction of the franchise under Mark Attanasio?

Dan also breaks down the Brewers’ revamped third base situation, including the addition of Luis Rengifo. Is this about raising the floor? Buying time for prospects? Creating infield versatility? Plus: what role does development play under infield coach Matt Erickson?

With spring training underway, Dan and Brandon look at:

• Why Murphy’s leadership style fits Milwaukee

• The succession plan discussion at the ownership level

• Whether the infield depth is actually better now

• Pitching battles to watch this spring

• Why patience with top prospects still matters

Unfiltered. Unscripted. Just real Brewers talk.

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The offseason never sleeps in Green Bay.

On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan Casper is joined by Rob Demovsky, ESPN NFL Nation reporter covering the Green Bay Packers, to break down the latest headlines surrounding the Packers’ offseason.

They dive into the surprise departure of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia, what it means for Matt LaFleur’s staff, and why this hire is more important than ever. The conversation also covers:

• The impact of the upcoming NFL Combine

• How the Packers approach free agency and franchise tag decisions

• The future of key names like Quay Walker, Romeo Doubs, and Rashan Walker

• Why backup quarterback could quietly be one of Green Bay’s biggest offseason priorities

• What really happens behind the scenes at the NFL Combine

Rob also gives insight into how the Packers operate differently than most franchises when it comes to coaching announcements and roster moves.

If you’re looking for real Packers analysis, insider perspective, and offseason strategy talk — this is your deep dive into what’s next in Green Bay.

No hot takes. No overreactions. Just football.

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It’s officially bracket season in the Chippewa Valley, and the madness is here.

In this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan Kasper dives into a packed local sports roundup — breaking down girls high school basketball brackets from Division One through Division Five, spotlighting the teams with legit state-title potential, and identifying the sectionals that could turn into absolute chaos (especially that loaded Division Four bracket).

From Chi-Hi, Memorial, and Rice Lake to Colfax, Regis, McDonell, and Independence-Gilmanton, we preview the matchups, the dark horses, and the heavyweight clashes that could define the postseason. Plus, boys and girls hockey brackets are set — including a brutal Division One boys sectional featuring Hudson, Wausau West, and Stevens Point where only one powerhouse survives.

We also hit the college scene with the BlueGolds’ historic WIAC wrestling title under Coach Tim Fader, conference basketball races tightening by the day, and postseason implications across the WIAC. Add in state swimming, wrestling sectionals, and Olympic updates featuring Wisconsin natives Jordan Stolz and Ben Loomis — and it’s one of the busiest sports weeks of the year.

No scripts. No forced takes. Just pure bracket talk and local sports energy.

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On this episode of The Man Cave Podcast, Dan Casper and Brandon reflect on the emotional highs and crushing lows of being a sports fan.

From Wisconsin’s national championship loss to the Duke Blue Devils in 2015, to the Brewers’ 2011 NLCS defeat, to the Vikings’ 2009 NFC Championship heartbreak — the guys relive the moments that defined their sports lives.

Why does it feel like sports bring more pain than celebration? Which loss still hurts the most? And why do we keep coming back for more?

Real stories. Real reactions. Real Man Cave conversation.

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