The Wolf’s Den Podcast, presented by BlackJadedWolf, heads to the West Village for a special episode filmed inside Bleecker Trading during the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Pokémon in New York City.

The episode features special guest Mike Kowpak, General Manager of Bleecker Trading, who joins the conversation to reflect on Pokémon’s lasting cultural impact and why it continues to bring generations of collectors together. From the early days of the hobby to today’s booming TCG market, the discussion explores how community has always been at the center of collecting.

Together, the group talks about the importance of creating spaces where collectors can connect, why giving back to younger collectors is essential for the future of the hobby, and how local card shops play a key role in building that foundation. The conversation also looks ahead at the future of trading card games and where the next era of the hobby could be headed.

From nostalgia to community and the future of collecting, this episode highlights why Pokémon remains one of the most powerful forces in the trading card world.

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In this episode, host BlackJadedWolf sits down with Morgan Jon Fox, an Emmy-nominated writer, director, and producer whose work has made a lasting impact across documentary and independent cinema.

Morgan is best known for directing The Hobby, a groundbreaking feature documentary that explores the explosive growth of the global trading card market and the deeply personal stories behind the collectors, dealers, and families who define the culture. The film debuted as the #1 documentary on Apple TV and earned an Emmy nomination.

In this conversation, Morgan reflects on his early life in Memphis, his journey into storytelling, and how decades of experience across narrative films, documentaries, and episodic work shaped his approach to character-driven stories. He discusses what drew him to the sports card world, why The Hobby resonated so strongly with audiences, and how nostalgia, money, identity, and family intersect in the modern collectibles boom.

The episode goes beyond the market itself. Morgan also shares insight into the responsibility of documentary storytelling, earning trust with real people, and why authenticity is the most valuable currency a filmmaker can have.

Whether you’re a collector, investor, filmmaker, or simply a fan of powerful human stories, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how culture is captured on screen and why some stories matter more than numbers.

In this episode, BlackJadedWolf sits down with @KaylaCollects, a voice reshaping the future of the hobby. From pulling her first Manny Machado rookie card back in 2013 to becoming a leader for women in collecting, Kayla’s story is all about passion, community, and breaking barriers in the sports card world.

She opens up about how a single pack sparked her journey, the unforgettable “Skittle Power” story with Austin Hays, and why representation and authenticity matter more than ever in today’s hobby culture.

Whether you’re a collector, investor, or fan of the game, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves the stories behind the cards.

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