Episode Description

🎙️ This week on Grease Up Podcast, we're diving into some of the biggest shifts happening across the collectibles world.

Are local card shops still the heart of the hobby, or are digital repacks changing how collectors buy, sell, and invest? We break down the battle between traditional hobby shops and the new wave of digital collecting.

Plus, are card shows becoming less about cards and more about experiences? From Fanatics Fest to creator meetups, athlete appearances, live podcasts, and hobby festivals, we discuss whether the future of collecting is all about entertainment.

We also take a deep dive into the growing FIFA card market and why Topps is making a massive bet on soccer as the world's biggest sport continues to attract collectors across the globe.

And finally, we talk a ...