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April 28, 2025 48 mins

What happens when a childhood love for Dodgers cards, a sealed box of 1989 Upper Deck, and a missed Nolan Ryan rookie collide? This week on Behind the Breaks, we sit down with Brian from Pocket Kings Sports Cards to trace his journey from LA schoolyard collector to co-founder of one of the hobby’s most exciting new Whatnot channels.Brian shares:The story behind his first cards-courtesy of the LAPD after the ’81 World SeriesWhy the “Junk Wax Era” still holds a special place in his heart (and his storage unit)The thrill and heartbreak of grading a pristine-looking Ken Griffey Jr. rookie…and getting an 8How a decades-long break, a lost card hunt, and a friend’s high-end collection led to the birth of Pocket KingsThe game-changing impact of Whatnot and live selling on today’s card sceneWhether you’re a longtime collector, a hobby comeback story, or just love the rush of the hunt, this episode is packed with nostalgia, real talk, and actionable insights for anyone looking to level up their collecting game.Subscribe, drop a comment, and tell us: What’s the card that got away for you?Follow Pocket Kings:Tik Tok | WhatnotFollow Behind the Breaks:Instagram: behind_thebreaks | TikTok | YouTube

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