Episode notes
In this episode of The Collector’s Compass, we continue our conversation with Chris “HOJ” McGill (@chris_hoj)—co-founder of Card Ladder (@CardLadder) and one of the most respected voices in the sports card hobby.
In Part I, Chris shared his collecting journey, the origins of House of Jordans, and how Card Ladder was built on data and transparency. In Part II, we go deeper into the culture, language, and future of the hobby.
Chris shares openly about:
- The newly announced Collectors MD x Card Ladder affiliate partnership—and what it means for intentional collecting.
- Why the National has become a metaphor for today’s hobby—where spectacle often drowns out substance.
- The difference between investing and speculating in sports cards—and why precise language matters for kids and newcomers.
- How partnerships and “natural allies” like COMC and Burbank help foster healthier ecosystems.
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