Forget passports – and go beyond borders with "Global Card Collectors," a podcast that connects collectors from across the globe! Join John, the Istanbul aficionado (@istanbulcards), and Will, the Kiwi card junkie (@kart_adami), as they embark on a journey to celebrate the diverse world of card collecting.
From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the sun-kissed shores of Kaiteriteri, New Zealand, each episode dives into the unique collections and captivating stories of passionate collectors worldwide. So give us a try and see what card collecting is like around the world.
130. He Sold 100,000 Cards to Move Abroad... And Then Started Over
What happens when a lifelong collector turns his hobby into a business and then moves to Turkey?In this episode of Global Card Collectors, we sit down with Jake, a collector and card dealer we first met at Collectors Fest in Istanbul.Jake takes us through his collecting journey, from destroying a box of 1989 Bowman as a kid and owning a beat-up Ken Griffey Jr. rookie, to rediscovering the hobby as an adult and eventually building an eBay inventory of around 300 slabs and 100,000+ cards.And then comes the story that every collector will feel in their soul…Jake pulled Patrick Mahomes rookie cards in 2017 — and sold a Prizm rookie for just $10.We talk about the lessons he learned from that mistake, the difficult balance between being a collector and a dealer, and the painful reality that sometimes you have to sell cards you genuinely love if you want the business to keep moving.We also dive deep into the Turkish card market after Jake's first experience selling at a card show in Istanbul.Why are Turkish collectors so focused on PSA, autographs and patches? Why are some incredible inserts and parallels still misunderstood? And how can American sellers find cards that are undervalued in the US but potentially much more desirable in Turkey?Jake also shares what it's like trying to introduce his 9-year-old son to collecting — including the unexpected decision to get into Pokémon because his son isn't interested in sports cards yet!There's plenty of discussion about buying and selling across international markets, grading cards from Turkey, finding bargains on eBay, the future of the Turkish hobby, and what the next generation of collectors might look like.A really enjoyable conversation about collecting, dealing, family, international card markets — and some very painful lessons along the way.What was your biggest card-selling mistake? Let us know in the comments.
5 Oct 2026
129. How Working at REA Changed the Way He Collects
In this week's episode Justin sits down with PJ, long-time collector and communications director for one of the hobby's biggest auction houses: REA (Robert Edwards Auctions). PJ not only discusses his collecting roots, but also how working for REA has influenced his personal collecting. Justin and PJ conclude the episode by discussing what new and future trends are on the rise in the hobby, and, of course, PJ shows off some pieces from his personal collection!
29 Sept 2026
128. The Best-Looking Luka Dončić Rookie Cards
John (@istanbulcards) and Nathanael catch up on what they’ve been doing in the hobby lately, from set chasing to the surprisingly satisfying world of de-slabbing cards.
Then they turn to Luka Dončić and one of the great modern rookie-card classes. With so many releases, parallels, and designs from Luka’s 2018-19 rookie season, which cards actually look the best? John and Nathanael run through some of their favorites—from Prizm and Select to Court Kings, Impeccable, Status, Upper Deck, and more—and discuss what makes certain Luka rookies stand out beyond price and scarcity.
A conversation about collecting what you like, appreciating great card design, and why sometimes the best-looking Luka rookie isn’t necessarily the most expensive one.
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