Episodes

  • 'What am I Missing?' - The Shallow End ep 124

    'What am I Missing?' - The Shallow End ep 124
    May 15 2026

    A discussion with Robert @RobertM_Cards about re-finding the cards we've lost, support systems, and maturing as a collector.

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    49 mins
  • Shiny Shiny Cards - The Shallow End episode 123

    Shiny Shiny Cards - The Shallow End episode 123
    May 8 2026

    Who among us doesn't love a shiny sports card? What are some of your favorites?

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    23 mins
  • Leaving So I Can Stay: 8 Reasons I'm Ending The Shallow End - The Shallow End ep 122

    Leaving So I Can Stay: 8 Reasons I'm Ending The Shallow End - The Shallow End ep 122
    May 1 2026

    Dave @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards will leave The Shallow End later this spring. Here, he explains why.
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    19 mins
  • The Sports Card Bigger than Ohtani - The Shallow End ep 121

    The Sports Card Bigger than Ohtani - The Shallow End ep 121
    Apr 24 2026

    Coming off a visit to St. Paul for the Minnesota Card Show, Dave shares his pickups, attempts a few insights, and reveals the card at the show that outsold the cards of Shohei Ohtani.

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    35 mins
  • Card Shows and Nostalgia - The Shallow End episode 120

    Card Shows and Nostalgia - The Shallow End episode 120
    Apr 17 2026

    Pat (IG: @Insta_Account_Haver) swoops in to save the day with his usual insights and observations. If you like sports card podcasts when two people just talk about cards and collecting, this is the right episode for you.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • When One Pujols Isn't Enough - The Shallow End ep 119

    When One Pujols Isn't Enough - The Shallow End ep 119
    Apr 10 2026

    How far would you go to get your sports card grail? How far would you go to get a second copy of that grail? This is the story of how Keith (@thekeithy4999) did just that.

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    33 mins
  • The Shallow End ep 118 - Reclaiming Your Hobby from Yourself

    The Shallow End ep 118 - Reclaiming Your Hobby from Yourself
    Apr 3 2026

    This is a podcast audio essay about collecting sports cards. Enjoy.

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    21 mins
  • The Shallow End ep 117 - Silly Season and Why I'm Saying No to Cards I Want

    The Shallow End ep 117 - Silly Season and Why I'm Saying No to Cards I Want
    Mar 27 2026

    Over the last seven days, three cards perfect for Dave's collection have hit eBay. He hasn't bid or made an offer on a single one – and probably won't. Here's why.

    The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards
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    28 mins