Player Worn Podcast

🏀🎙️ EPISODE 19 OF THE PLAYER WORN PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️🏀

In this episode, we dive back into the Hobby and talk about everything going on in the sports card world right now. From the NBA Playoffs heating up to the ridiculous fake GameStop sports card purchase story making the rounds online, we break it all down with our usual mix of opinions, laughs, and hobby frustration. 😂

We also discuss some of the most annoying things ...

We revisit from our past interview with Kirk about what's changed in his biz and the hobby!As always, we keep it real about the hobby — the good, the bad, and the things collectors should be paying attention to.If you’re into sports cards, collecting, grading, and hobby drama, this episode has plenty to talk about.Make sure to like, subscribe, and follow along as we continue to cover everything happening in the sports card worl...

In this solo episode, I dive deep into the intensity and unpredictability of the NBA playoffs—breaking down not just the on-court action, but how it’s directly impacting the sports card market in real time. The playoffs always bring drama, but this year feels different: breakout performances, shifting narratives, and unexpected momentum swings are creating real opportunities for collectors who are paying attention.

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The Player Worn Podcast talks about current hobby trends, player speculation, and what collectors should be paying attention to right now.

If you're into sports cards, NBA news, grading, and hobby talk, this episode is for you.

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In Episode 13 of the Player Worn Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest developing stories in the sports card hobby right now — the Whatnot lawsuit. We break down what’s being alleged, what it could mean for sellers and buyers on the platform, and how it might impact the future of live selling in the hobby.We also talk about some of the newest Panini releases hitting the market and give our thoughts on the current direction of th...

The Player Worn Podcast is a sports cards and TCG podcast hosted by Samuel Lawrence (Samuel Lawrence Collectibles) and Jordan Rose. The show covers hobby news, market movement, collecting stories, and conversations across sports cards and trading card games—always with honesty, curiosity, and a real-world perspective.From seasoned collectors to newcomers, Player Worn is a place for open discussion, learning in real time, and stayin...

We’re celebrating a milestone on this episode of the Player Worn Podcast — Episode 10 and over 300 subscribers on YouTube! Thank you to everyone who has supported the show so far.

In this episode we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in the sports world and the sports card hobby right now. We break down the recent violence and fights in the NBA, discuss the sky-high prices of Cooper Flagg cards during the Rook...

Episode 9 of the Player Worn Podcast dives deep into one of the hottest topics in the hobby right now: PSA grading controversies and the wave of content creators piling on about grading inconsistencies, pricing, and whether collectors are starting to lose trust in the biggest grading company in the hobby.

We discuss the recent grading debates circulating around the hobby, how PSA pricing affects collectors, and whether the criti...

In Episode 8 of the Player Worn Podcast, we take a deep dive into the sports card grading debate that’s been heating up across the hobby.

A recent grading experiment has collectors talking — one hobbyist submitted identical cards to multiple grading companies and received dramatically different grades. We discuss what this reveals about grading standards, subjectivity, human error, and whether grading companies are actually eval...

In Episode 6 we get into one of the most uncomfortable (but necessary) conversations in the modern sports card hobby: trust.We break down the recent wave of scams and controversies surrounding grading — both scams against PSA and situations collectors feel PSA itself hasn’t handled well. From altered cards slipping through grading, to submitters gaming the system, to grading inconsistencies and upcharges, we talk about the reality ...

Episode 5 of Player Worn Podcast is here.This week we break down rising PSA grading costs, the new wave of unlicensed Panini products, and the Geoff Wilson debate that turned into “hater” clickbait. We also talk hobby hype, instant rips, and why attention seems to matter more than fundamentals right now.No glazing. No fake outrage. Just real talk about where the hobby is headed.Subscribe and join the conversation.The Player Worn Po...

In this episode we sat down with Kirk Stuart, an active streamer on Whatnot, to talk about what it’s really like selling and building a community inside the modern sports-card hobby.

Kirk gave us a behind-the-scenes look at live selling — not just the highlight reels people see when a big card hits, but the preparation, consistency, and pressure that comes with going live in front of collectors. Whatnot has become one of the fas...

In this episode of Player Worn Podcast (PWP), we dig into some of the most talked-about (and controversial) topics in the hobby right now.

We break down the ongoing “Pac-Man” situation and why so many collectors feel like they’re always one step behind while major platforms and companies seem to be eating first. From there, the conversation turns to Fanatics — including growing frustration around mystery boxes, repacks, and whether ...

The Player Worn Podcast is a sports cards and TCG podcast hosted by Samuel Lawrence (Samuel Lawrence Collectibles) and Jordan Rose. The show covers hobby news, market movement, collecting stories, and conversations across sports cards and trading card games—always with honesty, curiosity, and a real-world perspective.

From seasoned collectors to newcomers, Player Worn is a place for open discussion, learning in real time, and stayin...

The Player Worn Podcast is a sports cards and TCG podcast focused on real conversation, hobby news, and the culture behind collecting. Hosted by Samuel Lawrence of Samuel Lawrence Collectibles and Jordan Rose, the show blends experience and curiosity to explore what’s happening across the hobby—from sports cards and trading card games to market trends, stories, and personal collecting journeys.

Player Worn is about learning, sha...