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Mostly Technical80: The Big Announcement w/ Taylor OtwellIan and Aaron are joined by Taylor Otwell to discuss the Mostly Technical Party at Laracon, what exactly Taylor does on a day-to-day basis, how they all use AI, and so much more.Sponsored by Bento, WorkOS, Native PHP for Mobile, and Laracon US 2025Interested in sponsoring Mostly Technical? Head to https://mostlytechnical.com/sponsor to learn more.(00:00) - Revenge of the Sith
(09:18) - The Big Announcement
(12:00) - Laracon US
(14:57) - Taylor's Day-to-Day
(21:57) - Forge Updates
(28:00) - Starter Kits & WorkOS
(36:35) - Using AI
(55:11) - You Still Need Good Ideas
(01:05:28) - Tina Fey & A...2025-04-291h 17Mostly Technical37: S-Tier Software with Taylor OtwellIan and Aaron are joined this week by Taylor Otwell, founder & CEO of Laravel, to discuss the Laravel vs. JS Twitter wars, new stuff coming down the road from Laravel, writing off Lambos (just kidding), and more.Sponsored by LaraJobs & Screencasting.com.Interested in sponsoring Mostly Technical? Head to https://mostlytechnical.com/sponsor to learn more.(00:00) - Living In Peace Time
(11:13) - The Last Big PHP Framework
(22:20) - Best Way To Get Started
(31:35) - New Stuff from Laravel
(40:53) - I Love A New Laravel Product!
(43:04) - New Hires
(47:41) - Growing Laravel
(54:56) - J...2024-06-041h 16
50kg & Zero% Drop Podcast - Weight Loss, Sobriety, Sugar addictionS3 Ep6 Ian, Taylor, JontyTaylor has lost nearly 30kg in 3 months Jonty has lost 6kg in 3 months Ian has lost 16kg in 3 months. Listen in to how they are doing this on the 50kg Drop podcastWe are guys going sober and losing weight. If you want to learn about Weight loss or how to go sober... listen to our journeys and our expert advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-2549 min
The Intelligent LabEpisode - Ian Taylor | The Intelligent CollectiveWelcome to the first episode of the The Intelligent Lab Podcast. My first guest is Ian Taylor, the founder of The Intelligent Collective and founder of this podcast. The Intelligent Collective is a solutions provider for the design and construction industry based in High Wycombe originally started out over a decade ago as a blinds and curtains provider. Today and in addition to bespoke blinds and curtains, The Intelligent Collective also offers a diverse range of services including signage, graphics, acoustic panels and more. Ian explains how they evolved from simply being a s...2024-02-0818 min
Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 187; Josh Kennedy & His Masterpieces LoveJosh James Kennedy-Smith has a lotta names – but one simple love; Marvel Masterpieces.
Josh joins Ian to talk about how he got into MM2016, and how that started his passion for the modern MM sets. We jive about Jusko, bloom over Bianchi, pant over Palumbo and drool over dos Santos – for 2 hours.
Seriously disgusting and entertaining all at the same time.
Josh also talks about getting into comics with his Kennedy Comics brand, and his forthcoming home-brew pop culture card set ‘Elusive’.
A diamond geezer, thanks Josh!
The video of this...2023-10-122h 12Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 186; An Upper Deck Marvel Year with Grant SandgroundThis week, a long overdue catch-up with Grant Sandground, Head of Product Development at Upper Deck.
Grant and Ian look back at the roller-coaster 2023 releases so far, THEN look ahead at what’s to come from now until early 2024. Find out why Angelina Jolie is missing.
Find out why MM2022 green are less than green. Plan for MM2022 being on e-Pack. PLUS THERE’S MORE… Hear about top TOP talent autos (and the challenges obtaining them). Hear about the WHY of film cels. Wait WHAT - THERE’S MORE???… Bianchi sketches incoming? e-Pack exclusive set? Platinum a...2023-09-282h 36Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 183; What Is Your Endgame?Joining Ian this week are guest hosts Nathan Brabon and Jay Bye - and we pick up on a fabulous question posed by Jordan Poon who muses on what the endgame is for our collections. Achieve all and sell up? Collect something else? Pass to others when we pass away?
Lots of great community thoughts and a fascinating discussion which includes taxidermy, Rob Liefeld’s ability to procreate and much more.
Any images we discuss are on the tasting notes on the podcast Facebook page and the video of this recording is available on YouTube he...2023-09-071h 25Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 182; Andrew Nguyen of Southern Hype CollectsAndrew Nguyen, fellow Black Cat, Spidey and cool card collector joins Ian this week to tell his story. He talks of his moment of inspiration to start Southern Hype Collects, about sketches that tell a story, and about his adventures on WhatNot. Truly a lovely guy with a passion for cards and collectors! The artist known as Ecanhoj also gets much much love!
Any images we discuss are on the tasting notes on the podcast Facebook page and the video of this recording is available on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
2023-09-011h 47Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 181; Luis Alonso of Alonso CollectiblesLuis Alonso of Alonso Collectibles joins Ian this week to hear about how Luis got into cards, into Marvel and his experiences so far. Endorsing a fab ethos of 'ripping responsibly', Luis talks about investing, and finding a passion for his PC. We talk beards (obvs), we talk Masterpieces (this was recorded just prior to MM2023 being released) and Pack Of The Week makes a return.
Some audio challenges with Ian's mic this week, apologies, but you can revel in Luis' dulcet tones aplenty. Thanks to Luis for making time to hang out, and...2023-08-241h 34Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 180; Mental about MasterpiecesThis week - lots of swearing and no bleeps so maybe not one for listening with the kids, eh? Nathan Brabon and Billy Vezzosi join Ian for a review of how Mental Con 2023 went, and the plans for the 2024 edition.
Then we turn our attention to first reactions to the new Marvel Masterpieces set; how is the art, what gives with the green /25 that aren’t green, and what’s with these crazy prices anyway? We go deep, we speculate, we moan a bit, and there’s some frisky banter.
Plus, some crazy hobby maths to ill...2023-08-172h 11Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 178; Dan dos Santos - Marvel Masterpieces 2023 ArtistDan dos Santos is an acclaimed and award-winning illustrator, and in June 2023 was officially announced as the artist for the new Marvel Masterpieces set. Joining Ian and guest host Donny Caltrider, Dan talks about his earliest influences, his love for comics and his aspiration to land this ‘gig’. Dan walks us through the pieces released so far, and also answers questions from other Marvel Masterpieces artists in our first ever ‘Master to Master’ segment.
We hear how long it took to create each piece (and the set entire) and of the physical toll it takes to achieve this tas...2023-07-202h 06Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 176 – Marvel Masterpieces 2023 Preview with guest host Donny CaltriderRejoice, for a new Marvel Masterpieces set is nigh! MM2023 has been announced by Upper Deck, with renowned award-winning artist Dan dos Santos behind the canvas for over 130 new paintings. Donny Caltrider
comes onboard for Ian’s first proper look at the images released, the
sell-sheet and the list of paintings. Some beautiful stuff, new parallels and
card designs, and a whole lotta excitement. First reactions, musings, guesses, and advice for those going in to collect, and more.
This episode may best be experienced on YouTube, to see the cool stuff Ian shows, but all of the im...2023-07-061h 45Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 175 – Setrospective on Marvel Masterpieces 2007 & 2008, with Joshua LeggJoshua Legg, aka MarvelMadnessMCU, joins Ian this week for a deep dive through the Marvel Masterpieces sets of 2007 and 2008. Often overlooked and misunderstood in equal measure, hear & see what makes them special, their flaws and their highlights - of which there are many. We also touch on the joy that was #MentalCon23, parting with sets you
may own out of ‘obligation’ (or simply acquired for the sake of it) and
generally share card love. Warning to those of a sensitive disposition; we
sniff cards together!
This episode may best be experienced on YouTube, to see the cool stuf...2023-06-291h 54Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 174 – Character Collecting 101It started innocently enough as collector and guest Alan Beauchamp declared his love of Bishop to collect. Then, other guest Barry ‘RollWithEm’ Brunet comes in with his Daredevil hat on and says - tell us your secrets about Character Collecting. So, they both wrote a load of REALLY GOOD questions and spent 90 minutes with Ian, as he shows them his list, his sources, and his views on where to set limits, how to choose your character, what to be aware of and what pain-points there may be. This episode may best be experienced on YouTube, and there’s a whole...2023-06-081h 47Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 173 – Hangin’ with BigEasySteveStephen Smith - collector and (former) comic store owner joins Ian to talk about his love of Mike Zeck, about his approach to collecting and some great e-Pack etiquette advice. Steve also offers his views on how the market is going, supply vs demand, and much more. Thanks to Steve for joining this week and the video of this recording is available on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
Steve chose the Godfather of Marvel Cards - JOE JUSKO - to intro this week’s issue. You can find Joe’s awesome Instagra...2023-06-021h 32Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 172 – The Return Of Hobby QuestionsYou Ask, We Answer makes a return for the first time this year, as Ian is joined by three TITANS in the hobby. Together, we tackle zingers such as ‘what is a collector anyway?’, ‘will Marvel cards ever NOT be niche?’, ‘are you happy with your current cable provider?’ – and many more. Some deep thinking and witty banter awaits! As always, feel free to send over any Hobby Questions ANYTIME! Thanks for the guys for joining this week and the video of this recording is available on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
You can find our mo...2023-05-182h 00Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 171 – Gettin' Sketchy - Artist Round TableAs one of this week’s guest succinctly puts it – 3 artists and Ian this week as the first attempt at herding cats… I mean artists – is revealed to you all. Join Dre, J and Mike for a lively conversation about sketch card values, grading, artist treatment and blanks – and more gratuitous fun. Strong language throughout and some great insights into being a sketch card artist in 2023! Thanks for the guys for joining this week and the video of this recording is available on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
You can find our motley crew...2023-05-112h 00Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 170 – Mental Con ‘23Jake McManus and Nathan Brabon (yes, again!) join Ian this week to continue the conversation started on the ‘Marvel Jerks’ podcast about mental
health in the hobby. We talk about the pressures of groups like MCCW, how people react and interact on social media, and what they do to escape from it
all. Some deep waters lie within before they announce Mental Con ’23, coming 23/24 June 2023 – a 24 hour live YouTube stream in aid of charities that
support wellbeing and mental health. Plus, Ian opens a huge mail call, which is rather… exquisite. The video of this recording this is available YouTube he...2023-05-051h 39Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 169 – Nathan Brabon and his True Blue CollectiblesNathan Brabon is known as ‘Velvet Thunder’ to his buddies, due to his smooth deep velvety vocal tones that make him a PERFECT content creator on YouTube. Nathan joins Ian to talk about how he got (back) into Marvel cards, how he approaches the hobby and his channel True Blue Collectibles. We also hear about the Marvel Roundtable, a weekly get-together of collectors and ‘Chat’ (a collection of virtual folk who sound akin to The Borg), and the joys (and perils) of this live interaction. We also show each other cards and enthuse over some recent release highlights! Episode ‘tasting not...2023-04-201h 35Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 168 – Rhiannon OwensRhiannon Owens has been working in sketch cards for almost 15 years – and in comic art for far longer than that. Her work is, for many
collectors, a quality mark for their collection and her unmistakable style is sought after. Rhi joins Ian for a fun dive into how she got started, her
approach to the work (and how it’s evolved), and her passion for all things X-Men. There’s also some crazy hair action! Episode ‘tasting notes’ -
featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via the podcast Facebook page. ALSO - the video of this rec...2023-04-141h 51Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 166 – Noah & Troy review Fleer Ultra AvengersNoah and Troy are small humans who LOVE Marvel cards (and Pokémon).
This week they, and parents Nef and Honey, join Ian to talk cards and get into
Fleer Ultra Avengers 2022 from Upper Deck. What score does FUA get? What did we
like? What didn’t we like? Favourite cards, surprise mail calls, gifts and
missed eBay auctions – all this and more. If these two boys are the next generation of
card collectors, then the hobby is in safe hands indeed! Episode ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images
and links we discuss - can be found via the podcast Fac...2023-03-301h 09
Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 165 – When Ian & Donny met Tom FlemingTom Fleming, the OG artist from the Marvel Fleer Ultra sets, as well as many other fine works – joins Ian and guest host Donny Caltrider this week. We hear about Tom’s career, his WWE work and of course his start in comic work via DC and the Marvel. There are tales within of short deadlines, professionalism and the glory that is rainbow foiling. We review each piece in the new Fleer Ultra Avengers set from Upper Deck, and Tom also considers if sketch cards might be in his future, as we enjoy the company of one of the nice...2023-03-162h 06Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 164 – The Sultan of Symbiotes with guest host Joseph ReedThe collector, artist and oozy blob know as Joseph Reed joins Ian this week to talk about his Venom love. We hear about Joseph’s vast Venom and Symbiote comic collection, of how that now sprawled into cards and of wearing two hats as a collector and creator. We also get into influencers, old comics and impending fatherhood. Episode ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via the podcast Facebook page. ALSO - the video of this recording this is available YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
Huge love a...2023-03-091h 47Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 163 – Hello Dave! with guest host Dave PalumboDave Palumbo, amazing artist responsible for Marvel Masterpieces 2020, and all-round nice guy, joins Ian for a great long-form conversation this week. We have a thoughtful chat about stepping off from social media, flipping, and Dave’s thoughts about sketch cards. Dave also exclusively reveals an imminent ‘drop’ of some amazing Marvel Masterpieces pieces that he will be making available to collectors in March 2023. Episode ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via the podcast Facebook page. ALSO - the video of this recording this is available YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCa...2023-03-022h 02Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 161 – Marvel on HIS brain! with guest host Billy VezzosiDon your bow ties, as Billy is back! A fun catch-up convo from the artist formerly known as Watch Me Open! Billy tells us what’s been happening for him since he took a sudden hard exit from the hobby last year, how his game show ‘Marvel On The Brain’ is making a triumphant return, and how Whatnot is his new jam. We open more packs of the European ‘Marvel Versus’ set from Panini, and Ian reviews the Ultra Pro 3 drawer organiser (both of which are best tried via our YouTube). There is also much confusion over whether Ian actually h...2023-02-161h 39Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 159 – WebbyVisionHe’s FINALLY here! Find out what happens when TWO Black Cat collectors meet on a podcast, as we welcome Wesley Webb, aka WebbyVision. We talk a lot about character collecting, and Wesley comes armed with some great questions. Ian gets into plates, and Norrin gets all Dickensian. This episode was recorded December 2022, but got bumped due to life and shizzle. It’s also the last episode recording with Norrin as co-host. Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page. ALSO - the video of us recording this is avail...2023-02-021h 41Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 158 – The State of The Hobby Part 3 – Goals & Newbie AdviceThe final part of our 2023 opening look at THE STATE OF THE HOBBY. This week, we asked the community about their collecting goals for 2023, and also what advice they’d have for newbies entering the hobby – think of it as a Cards 101 update, if you will. Ian speaks Vulcan, and we open some Lego. That’s how we roll. Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page. ALSO - the video of us recording this is available on our YouTube channel here https://www.youtube.com/c/MarvelCardCollectorsPodcast
Arti...2023-01-261h 21Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 156 – The State of The Hobby Part 1 - Quietly Quitting?Norrin and Ian are back, and in a thoughtful mood - kicking off 2023 with a pause button series of episodes exploring how collectors are feeling about ‘The Hobby’ after a rollercoaster 2022. In part 1 this week, we asked the community - have you quit? If so, why? And the response was overwhelming. Join us for therapy as we talk market manipulators, hashtags, influencers, friend requests and much more! Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page. ALSO - the video of us recording this is available on our YouTube channel...2023-01-051h 48Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 155 – 2022 End Of Year Show(In an, at times, crazed and confused manner) Norrin and Ian round up a bonkers year in Marvel cards. We discuss highlights, lowlights and thoughts on the hobby happenings of 2022 and look ahead to 2023; for our personal journey in the hobby and hopes for bigger things. We do get a little spicy, we do go on tangents - but hey, it wouldn’t be ‘us’ if we didn’t. And Erik... I’m sorry man, please forgive me but at least we know how to pronounce your surname now. Remember - it’s our opinions and we’re just having fun, so h...2022-12-212h 04Marvel Card Collectors PodcastISSUE 154 – Almost WebbyBest laid plans... and all that, as our guest this week stays firmly in the wings to be SEEN but not heard. So that’s for NEXT week, and in the meantime Ian shows off some new acquisitions and we open a pack of SDCC 2022 Marvel Studios cards, featuring some of the recent Disney+ shows. Did we get Lucky? And then some! Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page. ALSO - the video of us recording this is available on our YouTube channel here https://www.youtube.com/c...2022-12-0847 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 148 – NYCC & Hobby QuestionsA small CGC Cards and Ian (the Hurricane, not the co-host) induced break, we’re back to talk about Norrin/Fausto/Sketch’s (delete as applicable) time at New York Comic Con, and to dive into a new batch of fresh collector questions. Ian also reveals a new Panini Spider-man 60thAnniversary sticker and card (Europe only baby) set, and one of us loses the power of speech by the end of it all. Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
ALSO – the video of us recording...2022-10-271h 17Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 147 – Flair 2019 Setrospective Round TableWooooo! This week a group of super nice Flair 2019 fans gather to discuss why they chase this set so hard, and what makes it special. Join Ian, Dennis, Ben and Marcus as we revisit what worked in the set, what didn’t work in the set, and how the photography of the cards is key to understanding how special some of the cards look in hand. Breakfast is ignored, hangovers cured and the pictures provided by Dennis will make anyone look at Flair 2019 in a whole new light... literally! Thanks to Dennis Goad, Marcus Cardwell and Benjamin Kraft for jo...2022-09-221h 46Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 145 – Spider-Man Metal Universe; The ReviewSpidey sense tingled off the charts this week as we get into our reactions and thoughts on the newest Upper Deck release – Spider-Man Metal Universe. How’s the quality? Character choice? Art choice? Insert thoughts? There be numbered serial parallels up the swahooley. Yes, you read that right. Plus Ian tells of his first US con experience and flippers get some shade. Our ‘tasting notes’, featuring any images and links we discuss, can be found via our Facebook page.
Checklist intel inline here (although it’s a pre-release so includes a few characters that didn’t make the cut); ht...2022-09-081h 40
Thursdays with Moire or the Pretentious Asshats of CinemaThursdays With Moire Episode 94: A Podcast To Kill For (Sin City, Sin City 2, The Spirit)American filmmaker Stephen Beason and American musician Nathan Shapiro both join in for a discussion on the best and worst from Frank Miller's escapades in cinema. From Sin City, to Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, and closing off with the infamous adaptation of The Spirit. It's gonna be a long bad night, so why not join us to make it a littler better?
Watch us live: https://www.twitch.tv/prestigiousconnoisseurs
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13:18 Sin City (Spoiler Discussion w/ Ian...2022-08-231h 46Thursdays with Moire or the Pretentious Asshats of CinemaThursdays With Moire Episode 92: Reach Out And Touch Faith (The Passion Of Joan Of Arc, The Exorcist, and Silence)Faith is a bitch, isn't it? So why not share your woes with god with us instead, more specifically through a film podcast called Thursdays With Moire! That's right, on the next episode of Thursdays With Moire, we will be talking about three very different films centered around mankinds complicated relationship with religion! Indie american filmmaker Stephen Beason will be joining in as a guest for this episode; where we will discuss three different films from three very different points in time. Including our first silent film on the podcast..... The Passion of Joan of Arc! Along with the...2022-08-131h 49Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 143 – It’s Been a Minute…We’re back – at least for this week – to bring you news of where we’ve been, of attending cons & meeting friends, Kickstarters you need to be in on, and generally have a catch-up in our first proper recording in two whole months. Ian launches a crazy idea to celebrate his 50thBirthday and Norrin tells us about Heroes Con. There are SHOUT OUTS galore, and a crazy voicemail. We’ve missed you, and each other. We’re back in September and hopefully on our regular weekly schedule once again – until then, stay safe and Enjoy Collecting! Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images...2022-08-1157 min
Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 141 – Fleer Ultra Avengers preview with Grant Sandground & Brad GalliRejoice, for not only is Grant Sandground, Head of Product Development at Upper Deck, back but also Brad Galli, MCU Correspondent, fan and sports broadcaster is also back with us. Join Grant, Brad and Ian as we deep DEEP dive into the upcoming Fleer Ultra Avengers set from Upper Deck, and hear some exclusive news on inserts, set content and more! Brad fires some very good questions at Grant and we hear some updates on how set production is moving again after some delays. Fear not, Grant will return AGAIN and spill more news on more sets – but for no...2022-06-161h 36Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 136 – Say Whaaat? Annual Sell-Out?Marvel Annual 2020-21 sells out in just 5 days (and change) on e-Pack and apparently it’s a hobby game-changer! Really? No, really?? We muse on that and Ian rejoices in a Black Cat grail, and Pack of the Week gets a HIT! Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks again to MICHAEL MUNSHAW for this week’s opener – you can find his awesome work here;
http://www.artofm2.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-M2-646983129150602/
https://www...2022-04-211h 12Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 133 – What makes a good trade?Hear what happens when Ian starts an episode having had 2 pints of beer for lunch! We cover LOADS this week, including #YearoftheCatBABY , Flair Masterprints, binder page storage, plus a game of WHICH MARVEL CARD YEAR WOULD YOU KEEP AND THE REST GET DELETED? Then we get into what makes a good trade, with some superb input from the collectors in the hobby. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to Peach Momoko for this week’s opener – you can find her awesome work here;2022-03-311h 13Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 127 – 2022 Hobby QuestionsThe phone lines have been OPENED and again we’re blessed with loads of great listener questions. Hear us opine on and on which grading company is better. Ian gets feisty and we keep it respectful, because #OneHobby yeah? THANK YOU to everyone who submitted some stuff - and some of it will be it’s own episode soon (yes, you were THAT good). Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to Dave DeVries for this week’s opener – you can find his awesome work...2022-02-031h 51Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 125 – 2022 Preview PostgameWe dive into the details, the hints, the things unsaid, from our exclusive 2022 preview from Upper Deck on the last episode. We also muse on NFTs and Ian offends folk with the use of the word ‘Hobo’. As per the pre-episode piece - we’re saddened to hear about the passing of artist Adam Conklin due to Covid. Please can you take a moment to donate towards Adam Conklin’s family, link will be in our show ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss on our Facebook page.
Here's the link to donate towards Adam Conklin’s fami...2022-01-201h 04
Thursdays with Moire or the Pretentious Asshats of CinemaThursdays with Moire Episode 64: Down the Rabbit Hole (The Matrix, The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Resurrections)It's time to take the red pill and wake up, as we start off the new year right with a discussion on The Matrix Quadrilogy. Hosts Ian Taylor and Devon King will be running the show as usual, but filmmaker Stephen Beason has begun to believe and is returning as a guest on the show. Not only that, but we'll also be joined by Final Space animator Drew Adams! So will you take the blue pill and live comfortably with the lie you've surrounded yourself in, or will you take the red pill and embrace the truth with a...2022-01-082h 19Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 121 – Hobby BurnoutWhat happens when a major voice in the hobby burns out? Find out this week as we discuss Norrin’s recent break and generally have a good natter about the pressures of being ‘all in’ to Marvel cards in 2021. Ian swears a bit and reads inspirational quotes. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to TONY AND ELAINE PERNA for this week’s opener – you can find their awesome sets and artwork here;
Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/PernaStudiosTradingCards/
Deviant; https...2021-12-0946 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 119 – What’s the entry point?This week we ask the question ‘What’s the entry point?’ for Marvel cards. With prices on the rise, how realistic is it to be collecting by buying sealed product? How much of a risk is 90’s sealed product? We talk about little Jimmy Jones from Bootstrap, Missouri, and hypothesise how he might get involved in the hobby in years to come. Then we talk EXIT plans, and collectors who have walked away from the hobby. Some thought provoking stuff – listen in and tell us YOUR views. Oh, also, Ian unleashes his inner Brony. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links...2021-11-1157 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 114 – Marvel’s Black Widow – e-Pack exclusive setWe preview the new Marvel’s Black Widow set from Upper Deck, which will be exclusive to their e-Pack platform. We get enthused again by The Pernas and Ian opens Lego Minifigs. Please note – the plural of Lego is Lego; that is official. Message ends. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to TONY AND ELAINE PERNA for this week’s opener – you can find their awesome sets and artwork here;
Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/PernaStudiosTradingCards/
Deviant; https://www.devi...2021-10-0747 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 112 – Marvel Unbound (so far)We get into Marvel Unbound, so far. This new-ish weekly release of Upper Deck’s new ‘living set’ format, only available on the e-Pack platform, with all new original artwork by Fred.Ian. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here's the intel on Marvel Unbound; https://www.upperdeckepack.com/News/7672/Marvel_Unbound_is_Coming_Soon_to_Upper_Deck_e_Pack__
The achievements; https://www.upperdeckepack.com/Achievements/?filters=Active_1%2CProduct_6be9fddfdc
And the original art; https://kirbyscomicartshop.com/collections/fred-ian-marvel-unbound-original-art
Artist...2021-09-1659 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 111 – Collector Spotlight: Alan, aka Mr FUXMHis exploits are legend. His commitment unwavering. And he speaks exclusively to Ian and Norrin – yes, folks – it’s Mr FUXM himself. Hear from Alan about the WHY behind his passionate pursuit of Fleer Ultra X-Men 2018 cards. We hear about Alan’s reasons for collecting the set, his learning curve with modern card collecting, and his goals. Nobody else we know keeps their cards in a concrete bunker, and we also get into some FUXM Therapy! With possibly more jaw-on-the-floor moments than any episode to date, HUGE thanks to Alan for making time in his very busy day-to-day to share hi...2021-09-091h 33Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 106 – On Plates (and Diamond Mining)Printing Plates; best thing since sliced bread? Or over-hyped? Norrin inspires us to talk about our view on them, plus Ian tells of his adventures with Marvel Black Diamond on e-Pack. Also, what was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread? This stuff keeps us awake at night folks. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
The large collection of printing plates images are care of Andrew Moro from his share on Facebook.
The glorious Odeon West End cinema we talk about; http://cinematreasures.org/theate...2021-08-051h 23Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 105 – METAL: The ReviewTHE LORDS OF METAL COMMAND YOU TO SHRED…. packs of the new Upper Deck set X-Men Metal Universe! Ian & Norrin convene to talk about the highs and lows of the Metal brands return. There’s listener feedback, there’s gushing thanks for gifts received, and we get silly in our heads! Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Head to The Famous Cozy Soup & Burger when in Manhattan; http://www.cozysoupandburger.com/
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to MIRANDA GAINEY for this week’s intro. You can find her...2021-07-291h 31Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 104 – Card Trek: The Reformation (aka other things we collect)A change of pace this week with a hostful episode where we talk about lots of cards that are not Marvel – Ian has had an epiphany and gets emotional, Norrin flexes his Silver Age autos, and we have a fun relaxed episode beyond the final frontier! Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
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NoIDEpisode 22: Ian T. SegearsThis episode is special x 5 as we flip the script and hand over hosting duties to the lovely, talented Ian Taylor Segears. Ian interviews Devon about how she got into podcasting, who she wants to interview, and what she envisions for her future. They discuss whether caramelized onions or pickled onions are better, an update on the Suns game, and the fact that Ian has not seen Stranger Things. We thank you for your time and love, Ian Taylor Segears. We Hear You to See You https://linktr.ee/devonherrera2021-07-1138 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 97 – Collector Spotlight: Jeff FenwickFENWICK!!!! … is frequently heard shouted in the style of Shatner from Star Trek 2, in Norrin’s house at least. We finally catch long time card professional and sketch collector Jeff Fenwick for a fun chat about his collection, trends over his decades ‘in the biz’ and how Norrin is perhaps the only living person to ever pry a card from Jeff’s collection. Restraining orders are breached, Ian goes all ‘Lannndan’ and we even sneak in some graded card chat. Eel me baby! Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
2021-06-031h 21Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 96 – Mail Calls, Apologies & Character CollectingTom Jones makes a guest appearance, yes that Tom Jones, as we respond to some listener feedback and Ian makes an apology. We then dive into character collecting, and creating a master list of cards that are ‘out there’ to help with your collecting goals – and the hidden corners where your character may appear on other types of collectables. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Black Cat in her 1987 costume; https://www.instagram.com/p/CEaM1sLhu5y/
Resources for creating your checklists;
TCDB...2021-05-271h 22Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 95 – It’s Ally from Titan!Even as Norrin battles illness and Ian battles poor Wi-Fi - we are thrilled to welcome Ally from Titan to the show. Ally tells us about how she got started with her YouTube breaks, her cosplay and dealing with over-eager commentary from viewers. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images and links we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here’s where you can find Ally;
Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/allyfromtitan/
And Ally’s collection Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/allyscollectibles/
YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/channe...2021-05-201h 28Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 91 – Podcasts, Assemble! Part 2 - Crossover with the Collectors, Assemble PodcastThe continuing saga of what happens when TWO Marvel trading card podcasts join forces? Continuing our chat with Bill Lambusta for Part 2 of a fantastic discussion of origin stories, character collecting and more. Part 1 of this saga is here https://collectorsassemble.libsyn.com/marvel-card-collectors-ian-taylor-norrin-radd-interview-part-i
You can find our friends at Collectors, Assemble! …
here https://www.facebook.com/collectorsassemblepod/
and here https://twitter.com/collectcardspod
but mostly here https://www.instagram.com/collectorsassemblepod/
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Here’s the Marvel Ages online list we use; https://www.cardboardconnection.com/2020-upper-deck-marvel-ages-trading-cards
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to BRANDON WARREN for this week’s intro. You can find his awesome works here;
https://www.facebook.com/bra...2021-03-2559 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 72 – Marvel Masterpieces 2020 ReviewSo, Marvel Masterpieces 2020 came out 2 months ago. How was it? How was it received? What we do and don’t like PLUS more on the fickle yet giddy world of Marvel trading cards. Ian gets feisty and we get meta at the end. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Link to all Dave Palumbo’s original paintings; http://dvpalumbo.com/marvelmasterpieces1.html?fbclid=IwAR1RDb4v4FkoGSJfaIbO1alIEL7rIXhPbN2jgJdgYbE0qoACQg_pcsfWxSs
Link to Donny Caltrider’s blog posts; https://www.hipstersofthecoast.com/masterpiece-theater/
Artist Int...2020-11-191h 51Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 63 – Spider-PickleWe touch on Topps Marvel Legends on our way to swing with Spider-Man Archives to celebrate Spidey’s birthday. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Ian on MATP episode 69; https://meanwhileatthepodcast.libsyn.com/69-ian-taylor-of-the-marvel-card-collectors-podcast
Rodney Roberts on Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/theartnerrd/
Spider-Man Archives on Rittenhouse website; https://www.scifihobby.com/products/marvel/spider-manarchives/
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to Craig Yeung for this week’s opener – you can find his awesome work here;
https://www.instagram.com/craigyeung/
https...2020-09-101h 14Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 62 – David Palumbo, artist on Marvel Masterpieces 2020David Palumbo joins us this week to talk about his work on Marvel Masterpieces 2020. We hear how Dave approached the work, hear about his process and the other work he has done. And once the set is out, Dave has promised to return so watch this space folks! For more cool Masterpieces news and chat, join MMC on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/MarvelMasterpiecesCollectors and our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here's where you can find Dave;
http://www.dvpalumbo.com/
https://www.in...2020-09-031h 58Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 61 – Grading 101 with Amanda Zee of The Graded GamerAmanda Zee of The Graded Gamer joins us to talk about grading trading cards, how it works, what to consider and what she collects. James Blunt gives us some tasty zingers and thick card stock is given stinky side-eye . Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here's where you can find Amanda;
http://www.thegradedgamer.com/
https://www.instagram.com/gradedgamer/
https://www.facebook.com/TheGradedGamer/
https://twitter.com/Graded_Gamer
James Blunt’s Twitter comebacks; https://www.dailyedg...2020-08-271h 46Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 60 – Shout-Outs & Marvel Ages previewJust the two of us this week, but LOTS to catch up on. There are shout-outs galore to many fine folk, plus we take a listener voicemail and preview the incoming Marvel Ages set from Upper Deck. Our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here's the intel on Marvel Ages;
https://gogts.net/2020-upper-deck-marvel-ages-trading-cards/#
https://gogts.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2020-Upper-Deck-Marvel-Ages-Trading-Cards-Sell-Sheet.pdf
CanaMaul https://www.instagram.com/canamaulart
Perna Studios https://www.facebook.com/PernaStudiosTradingCards/
Live draws at;
Andr...2020-08-201h 36Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 59 – Jennifer Wu, Associate Brand Manager at Upper DeckJennifer Wu is behind some of the biggest Marvel sets in recent years, and along with her colleagues has worked on art direction and now brand management. She talks about her art background, her love of Squirrel Girl, and what it’s like to “Hug A Hildebrandt”. Thank you once again to Upper Deck for allowing access to your team, and our ‘tasting notes’ – featuring any images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page. And here's the emoji version of I Want It That Way by The Backstreet Boys to properly lift your day; https://www.youtube.com...2020-08-131h 33Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 58 – Brian Bode Returns!Our MCU Correspondent Brian Bode returns this week with news of the e-Pack release of Endgame & Captain Marvel. We talk about the Exquisite brand coming into non-sports entertainment cards and muse over values of unappreciated ‘gems’. Our new buddy Caden gets a mention and much more lies within. Images of the wonderful Endgame achievements and more are on our ‘tasting notes’ and can be found via our Facebook page.
MARVEL’S AVENGERS: ENDGAME AND CAPTAIN MARVEL on e-Pack; https://www.upperdeckepack.com/Store/Checklist/7710630b5?productId=be8105c3f8
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to Axe Bone for this week’s opener – you c...2020-08-061h 15Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 57 – E. M. GistErik Gist joins us this week from literally over the road from the Upper Deck offices. He talks about his work on Marvel Flair 2019, doing work for Marvel and fulfilling a childhood ambition in doing so. And we have another dog (or two) on the podcast. Erik’s work is on our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss – and can be found via our Facebook page.
The Thing painting video; https://youtu.be/t8r1mCCy1eM
Erik’s prints on the Upper Deck Gallery;
https://upperdeckstore.com/gallery-prints/fire-rising.html
https...2020-07-301h 19Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 56 – Bubby Johanson, Senior Product Development Manager at Upper DeckHuge excitement this week to welcome Bubby Johanson onto the show. Bubby is the man behind some of the major sets from Upper Deck, shaping the direction and product line-up for years since and to come. Hear how Marvel Beginnings checklist is worth $2000, and other great insights on set development. Thank you to Upper Deck for allowing access to your team, and our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
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2020-07-231h 30Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 55.5 – Marvel Masterpieces 2020 preview (audio)Audio of our video preview that went up on our YouTube channel to announce the Marvel Masterpieces 2020 set with art by David Palumbo. The video is here https://youtu.be/b7gPtcJIIAM and the set will be in stores September 2020. Thank you to Upper Deck for allowing us to be part of this exciting announcement! Come join us in MMC on Facebook to discuss this and all MM releases!
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2020-07-2019 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 55 – Collector Spotlight: Jason MarconnetJason Marconnet, another Florida based collector, is welcome this week, and we get into his love for Spider-Man 2099, MCU set e-Pack exclusives and a rather ‘Strange’ mystery. Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to JASON MARK SOBOL for this week’s intro. You can find his awesome works here;
https://www.instagram.com/jasonsobol/
http://jasonsobolart.com/
Do please support our featured artists, appreciate their work, and tell them we sent ya!
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As always frien...2020-07-161h 33Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 54 – Hobby CareJust the two of us, chatting about looking after other collectors and not spending too much. We get deep, and then we get excited about the UK Panini Marvel 80th Anniversary stickers and cards. The latter Panini portion of this episode will be available as a video on our YouTube channel. And keep ‘Walken’ to the very end of the credits folks 😉 Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
UK Panini store; https://collectibles.panini.co.uk/editorial/marvel-80th-sticker-collection.html
US Panini store (no cards here, just...2020-07-091h 22Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 53 – Jason Masherah, President of Upper DeckWe welcome Jason Masherah, Upper Deck President, to the show this week. Jason tells us his origin story, plus the origin stories of both Marvel Masterpieces 2016 and also the e-Pack platform. Seriously worth a listen for some insights into the Upper Deck company, and their approach to Marvel trading cards. No visuals to speak of this week folks, but for a handsome picture of Jason on our episode ‘tasting notes’ on our Facebook page.
Grande amore a Simone Bianchi for the marvellous intro to this week’s episode, find Simone and his glorious works here;
https...2020-07-021h 03Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 52 – Ken Baroff from SkyboxThis week we welcome Ken Baroff, formerly of Impel/Skybox, and the “Father of the 9up” (or one of them anyway). Ken talks about how the early 90’s sets were planned, marketed and how the sets were designed with a ‘collector first’ mentality. Norrin squeals a fair bit and it was super awesome to hear some of the secret history of how Marvel Universe, Masterpieces and others were made. As ever, many images to view and our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Here is the Star Trek site we mention; http://jklm.ne...2020-06-251h 31Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 51 – Marvel Anime previewYear 2 starts with a look at a hotly anticipated release from Upper Deck – Marvel Anime, due for release August 2020, with original art from Peach Momoko. Plus, Ian attempts Japanese. And fails.
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
The sell sheet is linked to from GoGTS; https://gogts.net/2020-upper-deck-marvel-anime-trading-cards/
Direct sell sheet link; https://gogts.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2020-Marvel-Anime-Trading-Cards-Sell-Sheet.pdf
But the card images are best seen at Cardboard Connection; https://www.cardboardconnection.com/2020-upper-deck-marvel-anime-trading-cards
Artist Intro – who better to open...2020-06-1844 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 50 – Julie Bell & Boris VallejoOur first birthday on the day this drops, so who better to celebrate it with than legendary award winning artists Julie Bell and Boris Vallejo.
‘Nuff said!
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page, and an edited video version of some of this interview soon on our YouTube channel – like and subscribe, link below.
Their website is here; https://www.borisjulie.com/
Snarky Puppy, that we referenced towards the end; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBAJP-3ebDA&list=PL21Jtb5uMrQeH5kUnB7mfw...2020-06-111h 30Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 49 – Collector Spotlight: Brian BodeBrian Bode joins us this week, to tell us all about MCU autograph cards, an area which perhaps needs more focus in our hobby and on our show. So Brain is now our official MCU Card Correspondent, and fills us in on scarcity, investing, collection focus and values. Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
NEXT WEEK is our 50th episode and first birthday! #RoadToEpisode50
The Hobby Hotline is in our recommended listening section below.
The episode we reference is episode 11 https://www.youtube.com...2020-06-041h 47Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 48 – Collector Spotlight: Rick OrtizRick Ortiz joins us from his New York home to talk about his love of sketch cards, and his chosen Holy Trinity of characters that he collects. He and Norrin are blood brothers in the hobby, and we go on tangents that include retro video games, obsolete media formats, and other collectables.
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Plus it’s TWO WEEKS to our 50th episode and first birthday! #RoadToEpisode50
Star Wars: The Despecialized Edition; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harmy%27s_Despec...2020-05-281h 23Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 47 – Promos Cards for comicsSome cool and very collectable promo cards get our attention this week – trading card promos that promote comics, that either came in comics or distributed via comic shops. We’ll be covering more promos in future episodes, but for now, tasting note visuals are essential for this episode. Also #RoadToEpisode50 starts here!
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Ecanhoj’s Avengers cards; https://ecanhoj.com/sketch-cards/avengers-endgame/
JB's Ultimate Trading Card Collection & Webstore; https://spideyscards.webs.com/ and https://spideyscards.webs.com/apps/photos/alb...2020-05-211h 00Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 46 - Peter ScanlanOur guest this week, Peter Scanlan, one of the quartet of talent who created Marvel Masterpieces 1995, along with work on Fleer Ultra X-Men and Fleer Ultra Spider-Man. It was a thrill to speak with Peter, from his New Jersey studio, and we talked his love of 70’s marvel comics, how this lead up to his Marvel work, how the paintings were created, and what he’s been up to since. There’s a Plague Beard too.
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Peter’s website is here; htt...2020-05-141h 24Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 45 – Sketch Card History Part 2; The Rittenhouse YearsOnly took us 30 episodes to return to our loose, perhaps not entirely detailed, history of sketch cards in the Marvel trading card arena. We discuss how Rittenhouse Archives changed the sketch card design, how sketches were used as dealer incentives, and how artists started to really play with the format. Joining us this week are Chris Mixer https://twitter.com/sketchcards and our friend Kevin St Jacque (aka Kevin1) https://www.instagram.com/i_want_that_card/
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images we discuss - can be found via our Facebook page.
Just dive in h...2020-05-071h 38Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 44 – The Florida Project Part 2Continuing our global skype-fest with some excellent people, we discuss error cards and find the origin story of the episode title, in case anyone had wondered. There’s more talk of The Set Who Cannot Be Named, Alcione Silva’s work is drooled over plus guest appearance from Bill Sienkiewicz’s butt.
Our guests;
Andrei Ausch https://www.instagram.com/drestudios/
Greg McLaughlin https://www.instagram.com/rebelbasecard/
Chris Mixer https://twitter.com/sketchcards
Mark Bartle https://www.instagram.com/iammarkbartle/
and Tommy Henderson
We hope y...2020-05-0543 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 43 – The Florida Project Part 1Something new this week – as close to a live call in show as we can get for a first time try, and some great guests from all over the world, coming together to talk Marvel cards.
Our guests;
Andrei Ausch https://www.instagram.com/drestudios/
Greg McLaughlin https://www.instagram.com/rebelbasecard/
Chris Mixer https://twitter.com/sketchcards
Mark Bartle https://www.instagram.com/iammarkbartle/
And more next episode 😊
We hope you enjoy, and we’ll do more of these.
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring...2020-04-301h 01Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 42 – You Ask, We AnswerWe opened our gates to hobby questions and had a TON of fun. Hear our thoughts about Marvel Weekly 2020, digital vs physical, the state of the hobby, and why sports will always be a different beast.
Our ‘tasting notes’ - featuring images of cards we discuss - can as always be found via our podcast Facebook page.
Our YouTube channel; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJx2Ddsda7tRKBzWW1OMCrA
Nathan Fillion, as enacted by Norrin; https://gph.is/1izmzUf
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to RAY LAGO for this week’s intro. You can...2020-04-231h 33Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 41 – e-Pack 101 Part 2Know your wishlists, your filtering, searching for trades and users, and more – with our second guide to the Upper Deck e-Pack system. This episode will be best savoured as a video version available on our page and also on YouTube a couple days after the audio version drops.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our podcast Facebook page – this week they are minimal, as the video version is the best guide to e-Pack you’ll ever witness.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to Juan Méndez for this week’s intro. You can find his awesom...2020-04-161h 35Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 40 – Norrin and The Scarlet WitchBeards come off people, beards go on people – a heady brew this week, with new MCU set releases, a sad departure and a retro Pack of the Week. This episode will also be available as our first video format episode.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include Ian’s latest rainbow action, Norrin as you’ve never seen him before and more.
#SixFanArts https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sixfanarts/?hl=en
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to ECANHOJ for this week’s in...2020-04-091h 13Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 39 – Ingrid KV Hardy & The Art of Sketch CardsThis week, we talk to Ingrid KV Hardy – long-time sketch card artist and author of a brand new book called The Art of Sketch Cards. So, if you’ve ever wanted to know about what sketch cards are, how they came to be, how to become a sketch card artist, and tips on collecting them, you are in the right place. Ian also get Ingrid’s name wrong within seconds. Doh!
There are samples of Ingrid’s work in our tasting notes, as always, on our podcast page.
Please do check out Ingrid’s site here; www...2020-04-011h 21Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 38 – The Rainbow ConnectionWe hope to bring some colour into your lives this week, and talk Rainbows, MM2018 Preliminary Art sets, Strange Change and Walmart exclusives. Huey Lewis makes an appearance and caution; there are Wookies.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include our rainbow works, and more.
Free MM2018 PA wallpaper; https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KLVzsVi_AqvIJbqd6BMXGTIqBD-yfe47/view?usp=sharing
Walmart UD boosters: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Upper-Deck-Marvel-Trading-Cards-Myster-Blaster-Box-2-Booster-Packs-1-Mystery-Item-Find-Autographs-Relics-and-more/306055001
Kermit; https://www.youtube.com/watch...2020-03-261h 24Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 37 – Collector Spotlight: Harry CroslandFirst in a (hopefully) regular collector focus interview episode, this first one with Harry Crosland, who tells us about his journey in pop culture collecting, cosplay and cards. He also talks about his photography, we open another Pack of the Week and, apparently, we’re ‘enablers’. Who knew?
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include some of Harry’s awesome cosplay, and the cards we discuss ‘on air’.
Harry’s Cosplay;
https://www.facebook.com/BishopCosplay/
https://www.instagram.com/bishopcosplay/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/TheCosplaySpectr...2020-03-191h 24Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 36 – The Trial of Norrin RaddBack to some hostful goodness this week, as Norrin starts a trend and must answer for his actions! We then do hard time discussing Premier 2019 ePack release, sports card #fliplife and #OneTakeJerry as we now call our latest intro artist.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include Moonstar, Calypso, and more.
Category One Games; https://www.categoryonegames.com/
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to JERRY BENNETT for this week’s intro. You can find his awesome works here;
https://ww...2020-03-121h 25Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 35 – Matt Rogers (aka UpperDeckMatt)Thrilled to be joined this week by Matt Rogers, Product Development Manager for Upper Deck Entertainment. We (gently) grill Matt about 2020 releases, talk about set planning, design and release, and it was a whole ton of fun.
And – if you could see one thing in a Marvel trading card set, what would it be? Your wildest dreams, sky’s the limit – comment, email or leave us a voicemail!
You can find Matt on Twitter https://twitter.com/UpperDeckMatt and occasionally around the card related groups.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our pa...2020-03-051h 43Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 34 - J. Lynn WarnerLong-time friend of the show, artist J. Lynn Warner, joins us for a fabulous conversation. We go into Marvel licencing, discuss keeping political views out of the hobby, keeping things fresh and losing trains of thought (a lot). There’s also discussion of drawing banned characters on the downlow, and selling blank sketch cards. Plus we preview Marvel Meowsterpieces. We could have easily gone on another 2 hours. Warning; J sings!
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include many gorgeous works by J Lynn.
Fo...2020-02-271h 40Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 33 – Spot QuestAKA The Search for Spot; Once more with feeling as Norrin goes on a Spot Quest (spoiler, he has since succeeded), we FINALLY answer Tyler’s voicemail, and Ian goes eBay mad. Andrew; J’arrive!
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include The Search For Spot plus some of Ian’s eBay haul.
You can see the majesty of Spot here; https://youtu.be/zjdaMrhq8wk
A few audio challenges this week folk, apologies, bear with us!
Artist Int...2020-02-201h 11Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 32 – Kirby & PicardAfter the giddy highs of Character Club, we muse about Star Trek Picard, Ian opens a package on air and Norrin drops a hugely exciting new venture from the fine folks at Kirby's Comic Art. All from Ian’s bathroom, again.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include the Black Cat from Marlo and the Kirby's Comic Art sketch cards.
Our friends at Kirby’s Comic Art can be found here; https://www.kirbyscomicart.com/
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to MA...2020-02-0644 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 31 – Character ClubWelcome to Character Club. Leave your inhibitions (and your wallet) at the door and prepare for a life of noodles, as we discuss those who chase specific characters WITH those who chase specific characters. There’s a child and a dog also on the podcast. It gets busy.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include the characters of Character Club.
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to MIKE HAMPTON for this week’s intro. You can find his awesome works here;
https://mi...2020-01-301h 39Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 30 – A Mailbag of CatsNorrin gets complimented, we revel in feedback from listeners, and talk about the Pepsi Challenge of character A vs B in sketch cards. There’s a shoutout to some fine e-Pack folk, plus we open a new Marvel promo pack live on air.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include comic clippings, Cats and Dawn of X promos.
THOR Promo card tweets;
https://twitter.com/Marvel/status/1212025853237960705
https://twitter.com/Marvel/status/1212025862259908608
Artist...2020-01-231h 33Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 29 – Marvel 80thEverything we planned on talking about went outta the window as Upper Deck dropped a surprise release – so we get into Marvel 80th, and then Norrin drops yet ANOTHER collector bombshell on yo collective behinds.
Our ‘tasting notes’ can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include Marvel 80th & Norrin’s latest acquisition.
Here’s a link to Marvel 80th on the Upper Deck website; https://www.upperdeckepack.com/Store/Checklist/7710630b5?productId=1ec3311c0f
The WHAT SAY YOU? episodes referenced;
‘Your chil...2020-01-161h 27Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 28 - 2019 Review & 2020 PreviewWe get straight back into it with appreciation of Ian’s mail calls, retrospective on 2019 released sets, and a look ahead to the sets we know of, and are rumoured, for 2020. There’s also hold music.
Our tasting notes visuals can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include Ian's mail calls, Deadpool bombing and some cool sketchy stuff.
Here’s a link to Ed Webb’s Sci-Fi Cards website; https://www.scifi.cards/#/
Artist Intro – HUGE thanks to LEE LIGHTFOOT for this week’s intro...2020-01-101h 51Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 27 – Merry Christmas SteveWe get all Christmassy up in here, as we indulge in Fantasy Christmas Dinner parties, and welcome many valued friends from the Marvel Cards Fan Collective to come rejoice in the holiday spirit with us.
And as we mentioned… ‘niiice’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdWJpHt1Xws
Our tasting notes visuals can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include the faces of our Christmas artists (the ‘3 Ghosts’ as we call them), plus the sketches we discussed on this week’s episode.
Artist Intro –...2019-12-191h 14Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 26 – #PernaDayWe bask in the glory of the most awesome power couple in cards today, Tony & Elaine Perna, without whom no sketch collection is complete. We celebrate the artists we discovered on Marvel works who go on to make creator owned sets, muse about sketches on e-Pack, and talk Alpha & Omega collecting. We also record in our underwear.
There is much discussion of creator owned sets, touching on sets from;
Kokkinakis Achilleas; https://www.iconicreations.com/
Axe Bone; https://twitter.com/badaxestudios?lang=en
Jack Redd; Reddlife site no longer active but...2019-12-131h 01Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 25 – Hail to the King, baby!EPISODE 25 – Hail to the King, baby!
A mystery is solved, secrets are revealed, and we find out that Norrin wins Marvel Trading Cards. End of.
Our tasting notes visuals can as always be found via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTCCW/– this week they include the Powerblast e-Pack exclusive from Flair 2019, Marcia Dye Cats and Norrin’s winning hand.
Paul Whitehouse as Rowley Birkin QC from ‘The Fast Show’ – well worth a watch as he’s hilarious;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rh8CQRerBVA
https://www.youtube.co...2019-12-0556 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 24 – ePack 101As Marvel Flair 2019 ‘drops’ on the Upper Deck e-Pack platform, we take it right back for those who may not know what e-Pack is, or frankly, not see the point. Alan, babe, this one’s for you, call me sometime okay?
So, read here for a better summation than our ramblings; https://www.upperdeckepack.com/Home/About
And then dive on in. Feel free to submit any follow-up questions, experiences, stories, issues and general gossips about e-Pack via our email, social, or voicemail!
e-Pack 2016 launch press release; https://upperdeckstore.com/epack
And th...2019-11-281h 26Marvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 22 – With a little help from my friendsIan flies solo this week, but has the joyous (albeit brief and noisy) company of J Lynn Warner AND Sean Forney to help out.
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2019-11-0748 minMarvel Card Collectors PodcastEPISODE 20 – Ian dies at the endWe find a new artist, talk about a lost MM1992 gem, and do bad Sean Connery impressions. There are more tales from the Pack Wars front lines, and we also tease our Halloween episode by being creepy on mic, as Ian loudly dies of coughing in the background. RIP Ian.
Sean Connery as a bodybuilder in the 1950’s; https://www.buzzfeed.com/copyranter/sean-connery-in-mr-universe-competition
NSU RIP post for Robert Forster; https://www.instagram.com/p/B3gLCq4BmSp/
Carla Cohen; https://www.instagram.com/c.lart/?hl=en
Michael Munshaw meets Gr...2019-10-251h 00