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Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsSalesforce AI Readiness: Fix the Fundamentals FirstIf you don’t fix the fundamentals, you merely accelerate chaos.
Salesforce AI readiness starts with data quality, process clarity, and governance—not demos.
Everyone wants to “buy AI,” but few CIOs are willing to do the unglamorous work of fixing the Salesforce data and operating discipline that AI depends on. In this episode of Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOs, Mike Sommer sits down with Phil, a veteran tech executive and CIO, to dismantle the myths around digital transformation, Salesforce customization, and when outside advisors help (and when they don’t).
Phil makes the case that...
2026-01-2648 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsUPGRADE ≠ PROGRESSMost “digital transformation” programs don’t fail because the technology is wrong. They fail because leadership can’t explain—clearly—what outcome the business is trying to produce, what process creates it, and who owns the truth when the tools change. In this episode, Mike Sommer sits down with Piotr Mlodecki, a global transformation leader in the Salesforce ecosystem, to name the quiet problem CIOs live with every day: Modernization creates motion… but not always progress. Especially in the mid-market, platforms keep getting more powerful, AI is moving faster than governance, and leadership is expected to deliver enterprise-level results with lean team...
2026-01-1057 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsThe Transformation Gap - Why AI Fails — and What Real Leaders Do Differently70% of AI projects fail — not because of bad models or missing data, but because of misaligned leadership and culture.
The Transformation Gap reveals what separates organizations that scale transformation from those that stall.
Hosted by Mike Sommer, this show decodes the human operating system behind enterprise success — how leaders create velocity without volatility, decentralize control without chaos, and turn fear into foresight.
Through candid conversations with visionary CIOs, founders, and transformation experts, you’ll learn how to build adaptive systems, resilient teams, and data-driven cultures that actually deliver ROI.
If you’re leadi...
2025-10-0956 min
Für eine Handvoll Popcorn#185 - Mop it like its hot (The Toxic Avenger, Atomic Hero, Lost Bullet 2, Riff Raff, Ich weiß, was du letzten Sommer getan hast)Was ist grün und stinkt nach Fisch? Nein, heute geht es nicht um Fußball, sondern um das Remake des 84er Trash-Kultfilms ATOMIC HERO – nämlich THE TOXIC AVENGER.Der Film steht kurz vor seinem Kinostart und wir sprechen darüber, wie er sich vom Original unterscheidet, ob die Themen des damaligen Films heute noch funktionieren und wie weit man sich traut, in politisch unkorrekte Gefilde abzudriften.Im Wochenrückblick gibt es außerdem für euch: ICH WEISS, WAS DU LETZTEN SOMMER GETAN HAST, LOST BULLET 2 und RIFF RAFF – VERBRECHEN IST FAMILIENSACHE.
2025-09-1150 min
Für eine Handvoll Popcorn#181 - Schocktober im Sommer (Weapons, Bring Her Back, The Pickup, Wednesday S2, Lilo & Stitch)Sommer – Sonne – Horrorfilme!Der aktuelle Kinosommer verwöhnt uns mit einem prall gefüllten Horror-Angebot, vielleicht sogar mit einem der spannendsten Horrorjahre seit Langem. Wir haben für euch gleich zwei Schocker im Gepäck, die unterschiedlicher kaum sein könnten: Während WEAPONS solide Gruselunterhaltung bietet, geht BRING HER BACK ans Eingemachte und verlangt dem Publikum einiges ab. Heute sprechen wir über beide Sommer-Schocker und darüber, welcher bei uns besonders Eindruck hinterlassen hat.Im Wochenrückblick gibt’s außerdem: LILO & STITCH, THE PICKUP und WEDNESDAY Staffel 2.Wenn Ihr unseren Podc...
2025-08-142h 09Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsFrom Hype to Strategy: David Williamson on AI’s Real Role in the Enterprise💡 Why do so many digital transformation efforts fall flat?
According to David Williamson, a seasoned C-level tech exec in life sciences, it's not because of the technology—it’s because of the people.
On the latest Heartbeat episode, David joins host Mike Sommer to unpack why transformation fails, how to do it right, and what CIOs must prioritize in 2025.
🎯 Key takeaways:
- Cut costs by up to 30% and boost productivity by 20% through disciplined IT strategy.
- Avoid “tech-first” thinking—governance, SME engagement, and business buy-in are...
2025-07-1736 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsAccelerating Digital Transformation with Ian Gotts | Change Intelligence & Smarter Salesforce ManagementHow can CIOs turn their Salesforce orgs from chaotic to catalytic? In this episode of The Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer talks with Ian Gotts, founder of Elements.Cloud, to unpack what it means to implement “change intelligence” in Salesforce environments.
Ian reveals the hidden drivers of Salesforce inefficiency—fragmented data, overbuilt systems, and lack of governance—and shares how tools like Elements.Cloud are enabling IT leaders to regain control, reduce technical debt, and drive innovation at scale.
💡 Key Topics:
Rethinking Salesforce ownership for enterprise agility
AI’s evolving role in consulting and platform mana...
2025-07-0250 min
Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsTight budgets. Big expectations. 90 days to deliver.In this episode of Heartbeat, we sit down with John Georgatos (CIO @ Mike Morris Law Firm, Interim Global CIO @ VaynerMedia) to break down how he led a bold 90-day IT transformation—turning budget pressure into AI-powered results.
🔹 Legacy overhaul in record time
🔹 Aligning IT with CFO & COO priorities
🔹 Deploying Salesforce Einstein AI
🔹 The rise of AI consultants—and why clean data is non-negotiable
💬 “You don’t need a 12-month roadmap—what you need is momentum.”
CIOs—how are you balancing speed and scale right now?👇
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2025-06-1243 min
Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsCIO Mastermind: Building a Vendor-Free Tech CommunityWhat if CIOs had a place to grow—without vendors, pitches, or fluff?
In this episode of The Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer sits down with Scott Smeester, founder of CIO Mastermind, a private, vendor-free community built to empower IT leaders with strategic clarity, peer support, and real-world leadership development.
Scott unpacks the four biggest gaps holding back tech execs—business acumen, strategic leadership, professional development, and executive communication—and how his Rising Stars Framework is helping CIOs evolve into high-impact business leaders.
You’ll also hear:
– Why the traditional consulting model is broken
2025-06-0419 min
Mitch & Mike's Voice Over JourneyMitch & Mikes VO Journey - Season 2 Episode 20 (Guest - Brian Sommer) (Featuring - Mike Regan)Send us a textSometimes we take that little dream we have and stash it in a desk drawer for a while. Then something clicks. You call, text, or email that person who will open doors you didn't know existed!Brian Sommer opened that drawer. He called that person.We as listeners and those who have coached with Brian now get to reap the rewards! He's the playful, friendly, and giving guy that you hope to run into along your VO Journey.Also, Mike Regan is back for one more show...
2025-05-2952 min
Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsFrom CIO to Strategic Advisor: Lessons on Scaling, Governance & Innovation | Karl Mosgofian InterviewWhat does it take to go from CIO to trusted business advisor?
In this episode of The Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer welcomes Karl Mosgofian—seasoned tech executive and former CIO of Gainsight—to unpack what it really means to lead IT in today’s dynamic enterprise environment.
With over three decades of experience, Karl shares hard-earned insights on scaling organizations, taming technical debt, and evolving IT from a back-office function to a strategic growth enabler. You’ll hear real-world strategies for implementing governance without killing innovation, selecting the right consulting partners, and building a future-p...
2025-05-2138 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsModernizing Salesforce with AI: Strategic Lessons from Velu Palani’s Enterprise PlaybookHow McKesson’s Velu Palani Leads Saleforce Transformation with AI, Frameworks & Strategic Vision
In this episode of The Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer sits down with Velu Palani, Vice President and Salesforce IT Service Leader at McKesson, one of the largest healthcare companies in the world.
Velu shares hard-won insights from leading enterprise CRM transformations, implementing Salesforce at scale, and integrating AI-driven frameworks to deliver customer-centric outcomes. From lessons learned in the trenches to building scalable foundations for AI, this episode is packed with strategic advice for CIOs, IT directors, and digital transformation leaders.
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2025-05-0523 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsAI-Powered CIO: Secrets to Winning the Data War with John AyersIn this episode of the Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer sits down with John Ayers, a seasoned expert in customer experience, AI-driven personalization, and digital business transformation. John takes us through his fascinating career—from the rise of desktop publishing and MP3s to mobile responsiveness and the AI boom—sharing hard-earned lessons from navigating massive tech shifts.
Together, they unpack:
How data powers personalization and why it’s the backbone of modern customer experience
The game-changing role of AI in boosting efficiency and redefining user engagement
The "data flywheel" effect and how to pick the right...
2025-04-1041 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsThe Human Side of Tech: Unpacking AI-Driven Transformation and Cultural Alignment with Glen StoffelIn this episode of the Heartbeat podcast, hosted by Mike Sommer, Glen Stoffel, Chief Strategy Officer at Moon Nox and co-founder of Camp4, delves into AI-driven transformation and the irreplaceable human elements in tech leadership. The discussion centers on professional services in tech, generative AI's role in boosting productivity, and the necessity of cultural alignment and human interaction in the digital era. Glen shares his journey from early cloud consulting with Bluewolf to pioneering AI solutions at Moon Nox, emphasizing the balance between technological innovation and maintaining clarity of strategy and culture. The episode also covers the shift to...
2025-04-0333 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsFailing Forward & Building Resilient IT Teams with Tim Winders🎧 In this episode of The Heartbeat Podcast, host Mike Sommer sits down with Tim Winders, Associate VP of IT and Deputy CIO at Purdue University. With over 30 years in higher ed IT, Tim shares lessons from leading major initiatives—like the IT centralization across Purdue campuses and unifying Purdue Northwest.
He dives into how tech can truly transform the student and faculty experience, why strong business processes beat flashy tools, and why shared governance is non-negotiable. From cybersecurity hurdles to hybrid work challenges and the power of in-person networking, this episode is packed with hard-earned insigh...
2025-03-2738 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsThe CIO Playbook: Brian Glass on Failing Forward & Building Resilient IT TeamsHeartbeat host Mike Sommer, sits down with Brian Glass, CIO at Transcend Company, to talk about what it really means to lead IT at scale—especially in high-stakes industries like healthcare.
Brian’s journey from early tech curiosity to leadership roles at GM, Volkswagen of America, and Ally Financial is packed with lessons for any CIO navigating disruption, transformation, and the relentless pace of change.
Here’s what we covered: ✅ Why servant leadership still wins
✅ Building adaptable, high-performing IT teams
✅ The real-world role of AI in enterprise environments
✅ Creating a culture that...
2025-03-1246 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsRedefining Digital Transformation: The CIO’s Role in the Intelligence AgeThis podcast features Daniel Keith and Mike Sommer discussing digital transformation and the evolving role of the CIO. Keith shares a pivotal career moment that shifted his focus to Salesforce and advocates for "digital evolution" over traditional transformation projects. The discussion explores the Intelligence Age and the importance of augmenting human cognition with AI, emphasizing data integrity and avoiding the "illegitimate elimination" of human capital. They also touch upon return-to-office strategies, highlighting the value of human connectivity and creativity. Keith critiques the consulting landscape, promoting a collaborative "done-with-you" model that empowers clients. Ultimately, the podcast promotes a vision of a pos...
2025-02-1719 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsThe Human Side of Tech: Leadership and Innovation with Sam KannIn this episode of Heartbeat Tactical Insights for CIOs, host Mike Sommer sits down with Sam Kann—a seasoned CIO, entrepreneur, and innovator with over 20 years of IT leadership experience. Sam shares his human-centered approach to technology, emphasizing the power of empathy, stakeholder alignment, and relationship-building in driving successful digital transformation.
From navigating industry disruptions to reshaping IT team skill sets, Sam offers practical insights on leading with adaptability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. He also explores how CIOs can cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving, and situational leadership to stay ahead of change.
If you're lo...
2025-02-1727 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsDriving Digital Transformation and Customer Value with Greg KillstromIn this episode of 'Heartbeat Tactical Insights for CIOs,' host Michael Sommer speaks with Greg Killstrom, a marketing thought leader, consultant, and author of over 20 books. Greg, who has guided Fortune 1000 brands such as Adidas, FedEx, HP, and Coca-Cola, discusses his journey from product designer to marketing technology expert. He emphasizes the importance of creating customer value, the convergence of marketing and technology, and the critical role of data. Greg shares insights on overcoming operational challenges, implementing AI, and fostering partnerships between CMOs and CIOs for successful digital transformation. Tune in to learn about actionable strategies for marketing...
2025-02-0618 minHeartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOsTransforming IT Leadership: An Interview with Deepak SachdevaIn this episode of Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOs, host Michael Sommer speaks with Deepak Sachdeva, a veteran CIO/CTO with 20+ years of experience. Deepak shares insights on aligning technology with business needs, data governance, and digital transformation. He offers actionable strategies for reducing technical debt, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation to create lasting business value.
2025-02-0627 min
Age Rebels RevolutionEP70: One Lung, No Limits: World Champion Mike Tomblin’s Secrets to Defying Age and Health ChallengesIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with the extraordinary Mike Tomblin, a true embodiment of resilience and vitality at 74. Mike isn’t just any athlete; he’s a world champion beach sprinter, recently defending his titles against competitors half his age. But his journey is about so much more than medals.
Join us as Mike shares his incredible life story, from serving as a Weapons Specialist in the Navy to overcoming health challenges that would sideline most. After facing cancer due to Agent Orange exposure during the Vietnam War, Mike continues to thrive with...
2024-11-031h 03
WaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteAnother Junk Wax HeroMike from the Junk Wax Hero YouTube Channel joins me for a conversation about the videos he makes and his collecting focus in 2024!
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2024-06-1129 min
The ProcessEducation, Mike Johnson, and Senate Maps | April 22, 2024SHOW NOTESQuick HitsJustice Thomas skips court: Adam wrote a thinghttps://theheartlandcollective.com/2024/04/19/an-open-letter-to-clarence-thomas/Volkswagen plant in Tn votes to unionize https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/19/business/economy/volkswagen-united-automobile-workers-union.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShareGet last call episodes by signing up as a member, $5/month gets you access to most of our extras. Get signed up to enjoy last call episodes by going to THE HEARTLAND COLLECTIVE dot com clicking the signup button in the top right corner, or going directly to Patreon and searching for the Heartland collective. We appreciate y...
2024-04-2257 min
The Triathlon Age Group JourneyEpisode 47 - Guest: Mike GastineauSend us a textWhat is the secret to longevity in the sport of triathlon? Mike Gastineau started in the sport in 1985. Like many of us he was captivated by the budding sport of triathlon shown on ABC's Wide World of Sports. Fast forward to 2023... Mike demonstrated how age is just a number and tackled six 70.3's at the age of 60! What is his secret recipe of remaining committed to the sport for so long? Listen and you will find out!Link to a blog post about Mike's 6 for 60 ChallengeMusic from #Uppbeat (free...
2024-01-2557 minThe ProcessFriday News Flyover - Jan 12 2024 - MAGA Mike Johnson on the way out - MO SOS Jay Ashcroft whiffs again and moreFriday Flyover of politics and elections news from America's heartland | TX GOP Rep Chip Roy says he'd boot MAGA Mike over funding bill | Missouri Sec of State on track to waste more money and lose more court cases | Lauren Boebert switches districts, CO GOP Rep Doug Lamborn announces retirementSOURCES: The Heartland Collective, Axios, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Missouri Independent, Fox17 WZTV Nashville, Iowa Capitol DispatchIs Speaker Mike Johnson Already on the way out? https://www.axios.com/2024/01/11/mike-johnson-house-speaker-motion-vacateFrom ArticleDriving the news: A dozen right-wing House Republicans blocked a package of their party's bills...
2024-01-1223 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteHuskerhaves Wrestling Card Podcast Interview - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 241A couple months ago Mike (@mikesupperdeck1) and Anthony (@huskerhav) invited me to join them for an episode of their YouTube show: HuskerHavs Wrestling Card Podcast.
I enjoyed the conversation, so I thought I’d share it as today’s episode.
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2023-10-1750 minThe ProcessLet's Have A Chat: Mike Podhorzer and his post 2020 election work to save democracy and the future of American democracy itselfHeartland POD on Twitter - @TheHeartlandPOD Co-HostsAdam Sommer @Adam_Sommer85 (Twitter) @adam_sommer85 (Post)Rachel Parker @msraitchetp (Post) Sean Diller @SeanDillerCO (Twitter and Post)https://heartlandpod.com/JOIN PATREON FOR MORE - AND JOIN OUR SOCIAL NETWORK!“Change The Conversation” Mike: https://aflcio.org/author/michael-podhorzer Mike's Substack (very smart stuff) https://michaelpodhorzer.substack.com/p/the-emerging-anti-maga-majorityAtlantic Article About Mikehttps://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2022/06/red-and-blue-state-divide-is-growing-michael-podhorzer-newsletter/661377/
Host: Adam Sommer
2023-06-2739 min
Herosforsale Podcast | Sports Cards News & Info447: From Reading Beckett Magazine As A Kid To Being In The Magazine - Mike Sommer Interview WaxPackHeroMike Sommer From WaxPackHero sat down with me to talk everything from content creation in the sports card industry to flipping low dollar cards to fund his collection.
Full Episode here: https://youtube.com/live/uzkYcflzNjM?feature=share
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2023-03-2354 min
Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights905 - Mike Sommer QuestionsMike Sommer, Wax Pack Hero, and fellow podcaster, had accumulated some questions for me since the last time we had seen each other. Send your questions to me at doctorjamesbeckett@gmail.com and Thanks Mike!
2022-12-2814 min
Julius Mach Mal Die Musik An Ein Podcast Mit Julius SommerFolge 63 Mit Julius SommerMadcon oder Seal und Tobee oder SDP und Lena x Nico Santos und Bonez Mc oder RAF Camora und Das Zitat von Julius Sommer und seine Geschichte zum Hochheimer Musikvideo mit Tari & Mike und die nächste Folge also die nächste Podcast Folge kommt am 31. Oktober 2022 ein Halloween Special zusammen mit dem Gastgeber Julius Sommer erneut wieder dadurch dass noch Werbung für neue Gäste gemacht werden, Wir Sind noch in Gäste Arbeit
2022-10-2329 min
The ProcessGalen Bacharier Covered Mike Lindell's Traveling Circus In Springfield | St. Louis "Politician" Transphobic Mishmash Of Words | Kansas Close Up for 2022 | Democrats Trending Up?Heartland POD on Twitter - @TheHeartlandPOD Co-HostsAdam Sommer @Adam_Sommer85Rachel Parker @RaichetPSean Diller @SeanDillerCO POD Pal - Galen Bacharier from Springfield News Leader @galenbacharierAdam's Open: The Why Behind The What True or False: The National GOP party has broken into pieces Galen attended an incredibly interesting event in Springfield Article about Mike Lindell’s conference in Springfield, MOhttps://www.news-leader.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/21/marjorie-taylor-greene-my-pillow-ceo-mike-lindell-moment-truth-summit-election-fraud-springfield-mo/10340151002/...
2022-08-291h 38
NascardRadioEpisode 101: Buying & Selling Cards with Mike Sommer of Wax Pack Hero Plus Last Weeks Race Winners and Their Trading CardsNasCardRadio Episode 101: The guys are joined by Mike Sommer of Wax Pack Hero. They review last week’s Camping World Truck (Kyle Busch) and Cup (Daniel Suarez) winners, highest finishing rookies (Jack Woo and Austin Cindric) and their rookie trading cards. Plus, IndyCar Sonsio Grand Prix at Road America winner Josef Newgarden and Azerbaijan Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen and their trading cards. In the next segment the guy’s chat with guest Mike Sommer about buying and selling trading cards. Web sites he uses and how he chooses to sell which cards on which platform. Also, some of the...
2022-06-171h 23
WaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteWild Card Super Collector Mike Zier - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 167Wild Card super collector Mike Zier (@ZierMike) joins me to discuss his Wild Card collection as well as Sage and other collegiate focused cards!
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2022-05-1731 min
Worlds Collide! Wrestling Card PodcastEpisode 51: Roundtable Discussion with Kin Kinsley and Mike SommerWelcome to Worlds Collide! This week it's another roundtable episode! We are joined by Kin Kinsley (Bean's Ballcard Blog) and Mike Sommer (WaxPackHero Podcast). Topics include Reaction to AEW Upper Deck release, Demand for the WWE Topps Living Set, Finding your place in wrestling cards, and why wrestling cards aren't looked at like sports cards.
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2022-02-021h 09
The ProcessTX Gov Abbott likely to face Beto, MO Gov Mike Parson kept embarrassing COVID report from publicTalking Politics with Adam Sommer, Rachel Parker and Sean Diller. Critical analysis of politics, elections, and state government news from America's heartland.
https://heartlandpod.com/Twitter: @TheHeartlandPOD"Change The Conversation"
Host: Adam Sommer Find Adam on tik-tok (maybe) and bluesky as "midmapdadenergy" - follow The Process on instagram. JOIN PATREON FOR MORE “Change The Conversation”Outro Song: “The World Is On Fire” by American Aquarium http://www.americanaquarium.com/ Nothing on this channel is to be taken as...
2021-12-0652 min
Triathlon Podcast - Das Original seit 2013Mike Reiß - Post Race Talk Ironman Frankfurt 2021 - Rookie SerieAloha! Mein heutiger Gast in der Rookie Serie 2021 und zwar zum Post Race
Talk ist erneut der Agegrouper Mike Reiß.
Mikes Saisonhighlight ist der Ironman in Frankfurt 2021, seine
erste Langdistanz und in diesem Talk, den Mike und ich einige Tage nach seinem
Start in Frankfurt aufgenommen haben erfährst Du, wie die allererste Langdistanz
für Mike genau verlaufen ist, was er in den Tagen zuvor, am Raceday und danach
so alles erlebt hat und einiges mehr!
Kann Dir jetzt schon sagen, es wird mega interessant und den Talk
darfst Du nicht verpassen, denn Mike läss...
2021-09-061h 20
FatPacks PodcastBeckett Live Presents Mike SommerBeckett Live Presents: Mike Sommer. With that that has been taking place in the hobby over the last week, we thought it would be nice to hear a sensible point of view. Join us tonight as Mike Sommer from Wax Pack Hero stops down for Beckett Live Presents at a special start time of 6 PM CST.
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2021-08-2529 min
Wrestling with CardsEpisode 28: Interview with Mike Sommer (Waxpackhero Podcast) Part 2In this episode I talk with Mike Sommer from the Waxpackhero Podcast. Mike is a veteran in the hobby and brings great perspectives. We cover several topics in this episode that will help anyone at any level in the hobby. Please subscribe share, and leave a review!
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2021-08-0923 minWrestling with CardsEpisode 27: Interview with Mike Sommer (Waxpackhero Podcast) Part 1In this episode I talk with Mike Sommer from the Waxpackhero Podcast. Mike is a veteran in the hobby and brings great perspectives. We cover several topics in this episode that will help anyone at any level in the hobby. Please subscribe share, and leave a review!
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2021-08-0220 min
Der will nicht nur spielen - der Hundepodcast mit Sarah Nowak und Mike Kleiß71 Achtung Hitzeschlag! Darauf musst Du im Sommer besonders achten
Man kann es gar nicht oft genug sagen: Im Sommer gehört ein Hund nicht ins Auto, wenn Frauchen oder Herrchen im Supermarkt sind. "Ab 23 Grad ist Schluß damit. Dann lasse ich meine Hunde nicht im Auto warten. Und wenn, dann in der Box im Kofferraum, und die Heckklappe ist auf", sagt Sarah. Auch Mike hat seine Erfahrungen machen müssen, Gott sei Dank hat er Hunde, die vorher Signale geben, bevor es ihnen schlecht geht. Was ist bei Hitzeschlag zutun? Wie kann man ihn vermeiden? Sarah und Mike tauchen tief ein, in die Problematik des Sommers. Denn der kann für...
2021-07-0551 minTriathlon Podcast - Das Original seit 2013Mike Reiß - Auf dem Weg zur ersten Langdistanz - Rookie Serie 2021Aloha! Mein Name ist Marco
Sommer und mein heutiger Gast in der Triathlon Podcast Rookie Serie 2021 ist erneut der
Agegrouper Mike Reiß.
Mike hast Du bereits im etwas ausführlicheren Talk im
Frühjahr 2021 ein bisserl besser kennen gelernt. verpasst? Link ist in den Shownotes!
Heute sprechen wir darüber wie
so sein Training in den letzten Wochen verlaufen ist, wie er mit der
Verschiebung seines Saisonhighlights dem Ironman Frankfurt umgeht, wie er über
die Streckenänderung auf dem Bike denkt, ob er bereits im Wasser zum Schwimmen
gewesen ist und so einiges mehr!
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2021-06-0920 minTriathlon Podcast - Das Original seit 2013Mike Reiß im Rookie Serien Talk 2020 - da war die Welt noch in OrdnungAloha! Dies ist das im Triathlon-Stammtisch angesprochene Erstgespräch mit Agegrouper Mike Reiß aus dem Frühjahr 2020 im Hinblick auf seine Langdistanz beim Ironman Frankfurt.
Da war die Welt noch in Ordnung.
Viel Spaß beim Anhören der Folge, überall wo es Podcasts gibt!
Aufruf:
Wenn Du selbst im Jahr 2021 Teilnehmer der Rookie Serie von Triathlon-Podcast sein möchtest dann schick mir per Insta oder Facebook eine Nachricht oder eine eMail unter info@triathlon-podcast.de!
Freu mich auf Deine Nachricht und wünsche Dir bis dahin eine Gute Zeit!
Bleib sportlich und gesund!
Dei...
2021-01-0238 minTriathlon Podcast - Das Original seit 2013Triathlon-Stammtisch mit den Agegroupern Mike Reiß, Carsten Lau und Stefan Woronka über Saison 2020, Bikefitting, virtuelles Training, Rennen ohne Zuschauer uvm.Aloha! Neues Jahr - Neues Format am Start bei Triathlon-Podcast!
Ich hoffe Du bist gut ins Neue Jahr 2021 gestartet und wünsche Dir, Deiner Familie, Deinem Umfeld an dieser Stelle nur das Beste für das Neue Jahr, vor allem Gesundheit!
Neulich hatte ich in den TriathlonGedanken ja eine recht persönliche Folge geteilt und daraufhin habe ich einige Feedbacks per eMail, per Direktnachricht bekommen und eine Mail habe ich von Agegrouper Mike Reiß bekommen, der in der Mail einen interessanten Vorschlag für ein neues Format in Triathlon-Podcast gemacht hat.
Das hatte mich mega gefreut und h...
2021-01-011h 42WaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteTalking Vintage with Mike Moynihan (Baseball Collector) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 83Today, I invite Mike Moynihan, the Baseball Collector, onto the show to talk vintage. We learn about his background, his move from having a player focused pc to a vintage PC, and a variety of other topics! If you want to add another vintage resource, you need to listen to Mike!
Find him on YouTube on the Bench Clear Media channel, and check out his Vintage Focused Podcast “The Golden Age of Cardboard”.
You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies!
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2020-10-0635 min
Soccer Cards RockInterview With Mike Sommer from Wax Pack HeroIn today’s episode, we talk to Mike Sommer from Wax Pack Hero about his background in the hobby as well as some lessons we can learn in making our hobby self sustainable. Mike is a legend and knows his stuff when it comes to collecting, so it was a real treat to have him on.Articles You Might Like* Pele Rookie Cards* Kylian Mbappe Rookie Cards This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...
2020-09-2829 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteUpdate From the Million Card Shop Buyout - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 75It’s been about six weeks since I completed the shop buyout and started going through the million card inventory that came with it.
I also needed to merge my own show inventory with the shop inventory and do a whole scale repricing effort since so much had changed since we had a show or the shop had been open.
In this episode I cover what I’ve found and what I’ve learned through the process!
Enjoy.
Sponsor of this episode:
Underdog Collectibles
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2020-09-0816 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteBrett McGrath from Stacking Slabs - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 74Brett McGrath is the host of the Stacking Slabs podcast where he talks about his return to the hobby and the cards he likes to buy, sell, and collect. On his show he also discusses some of his other passions including professional wrestling and music!
In this episode we discuss a variety of topics including the Indy 500, Brett’s collecting background, the source of his passion and high energy personality, his approach to content creation, and of course how we crushed TikTok with a duet video!
One of my favorite pieces of the conversation is our...
2020-09-0427 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteDonruss Action All-Stars - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 73From 1983-1987 Donruss released a series of jumbo cards under the Donruss Action All-Stars and Donruss All-Stars names.
In this episode, I detail the evolution of this set over its five year print run.
It’s a fun, affordable, oddball set from one of the classic manufacturers which is loaded with stars and Hall of Famers.
Sponsor of this episode:
Underdog Collectibles
You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies!
Topps.com
...
2020-09-0112 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteWhat's the Deal with Distributors? (w/Rob Bertrand from GTS) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 72Distributors play a huge role in the Sports Card supply chain. Many people have opinions about them and how they work, but very few have all the facts.
That’s what we are here for today. I went straight to the source to talk with Rob Bertrand (@VOTC) who works for GTS, one of the largest Sports Cards distributors in North America.
Follow Rob on Twitter @VOTC, and check out his live show at www.gogts.net.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
Starstock.com
You can also...
2020-08-2827 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinutePaying for Hobby Content? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 71Is paying for hobby content like burning money, or does it have a place in the hobby?
In this episode, I cover the same topic I wrote about in my most recent blog. I break down my thoughts on the idea of paying/charging for content, what kind of content might be worth paying for, and what types you should avoid.
Sponsors of this episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards o...
2020-08-2510 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteFinancial Hobby Topics with Dr. James Beckett - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 70I am an avid listener to Dr. Beckett’s podcast and there are a few topics I thought we could go deeper on.
In this episode I discuss several Financial Hobby Topics with Dr. Beckett!
We cover the concept of being cash flow positive, the traits and characteristics of millionaires in the books The Millionaire Next Door and Everyday Millionaires, and the idea of “letting air out of the balloon before it pops”.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
Star...
2020-08-2118 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteBest Sports Card Blogs and Sites - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 69There are tons of great online resources for hobby information. I have compiled a list a some of my favorite sports card blogs and websites and I covered several of them in this episode!
The full list can be found in this article.
Let me know what your favorites are in the comments below!
Sponsors of this Episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies!
Topps.c...
2020-08-1814 min
The Graphic Novel PodcastEP52 - The Unknown by Anna SommerWelcome to GNP. This week join Parker and Mike as they discuss The English version of Anna Sommer’s book The Unknown. Also, a terrible story about a transgender woman in a male prison https://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-03/life-as-a-transgender-woman-locked-up-in-a-mens-prison/12412736?nw=0&pfmredir=sm, an award winning graphic novel, and a Netflix deal to produce a YA graphic novel.
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2020-08-1448 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteLearning From Our Past (with Rich Klein) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 68Sometimes we like to think the hobby issues and topics we see today are brand new. However, many of them have been around for a while and past generations were dealing with the same things.
Today I talk with Rich Klein (@SabrGeek) about some of those topics.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
Starstock.com
You can also support the show by using the following links if you are in the market for some cards or supplies!
Topps.com
Sportlots.com
eBay.com
2020-08-1420 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteCrank the Presses? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 67What if each sports card manufacturer chose one product from each sport to print to order all season long?
This would address the high prices due to scarcity and lack of supply. It would potentially boost sales for the manufacturer while at the same time continuing to “protect” values of all the other releases due to the continued “responsible” production levels they would continue to have.
I detail more of my thoughts in the episode, and I’d love to hear what you think after listening!
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectible...
2020-08-1112 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteSelling on Facebook - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 66Like it or not, Facebook plays a role in the hobby.
In today’s episode I share how I both learn and profit from using Facebook related hobby groups and Facebook Marketplace.
Check it out and let me know what you think.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Starstock
Underdog Collectibles
2020-08-0712 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteGoing Brick and Mortar! - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 65I am expanding WaxPackHero to a brick and mortar card shop in addition to my online sales!
I thought I’d share a little more about how it came about and what my initial plans are for integrating the shop into everything else I do.
You can also read more about it and see some pictures of my initial inventory here in this blog post.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
StarStock
2020-08-0414 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteStars Wars Card Conversation with Greg McLaughlin - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 64Today I talk Star Wars Cards with Greg McLaughlin of the Rebel Base Card Podcast. His focus is on all things Star Wars cards and I’m excited to have a show highlighting non-sports!
Follow Greg on Twitter @RebelBaseCard and check out his Podcast Here!
Sponsors of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
StarStock
2020-07-3137 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteStarStock Review - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 63StarStock has been a sponsor of the podcast for several months now, and with a few months experience buying and selling on the site, I wanted to spend a some time providing my thoughts on the platform.
In this episode I cover my results submitting cards for sale, flipping directly on the site, and some overall takeaways on the site’s design and workflow.
Sponsors of this Episode:
Starstock
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-2816 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteHobby Side Hustle with Big Shep - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 62Today we talk with Tim Shepler (@bigshep79) about how he approaches his hobby side hustle. He has a slightly different approach and uses a few more strategies that you may find helpful as you try to create a self sustaining hobby!
Follow Tim on his show About the Cards and his personal account @bigshep79.
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-2437 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConnections to the Past - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 61There are things from our past that have the power to bring out vivid memories from our past. Sometimes it is a smell, sometimes a photo, a toy, or for me some of my sports cards.
I hope you enjoy this walk down memory lane!
Check out the written version of this episode with actual pictures of the cards I discuss!
Thanks for listening.
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-2113 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteExpected Value in a Wax Box - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 60The price of sealed wax boxes have steadily risen over the last several years, and now we are in a situation where the “market price” of sealed boxes significantly higher that what we’ve historically seen.
The current industry demand and fairly low supply are driving the prices, however those prices are also making it more difficult to profit from ripping and flipping.
Rich Klein and I analyze the value of content a collector could expect to receive out of both hobby and retail packages of Topps Heritage. This process can be researched and repeated for alm...
2020-07-1718 minWaxPackHero Sports Card Minute1969 Topps - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 59In July 2020, I was finally able to track down the last card I needed to complete the 1969 Topps Set. Nolan Ryan was that last card, and a fellow collector on Twitter was willing to part with his copy and we were able to work out a deal.
I wrote about this set and my journey to complete it here in this blog post from earlier this year.
Don’t forget to add your memories, facts, and thoughts on the set in the comments below!
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-1410 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Sooz - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 58Today, I connected with hobby favorite Susan Lulgjuraj, better know in the industry as Sooz!
We discussed her career progression in the industry spending time at Beckett and Topps, her lifelong passion for collecting, and what she is up to both inside and outside the hobby community!
Follow her on Twitter @Yanxchick, learn more about her current company CultureFly, and check out her blog acardboardproblem.com!
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-1026 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteeBay Variation Listings - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 57eBay Variation Listings can drive more sales and reduce your listing fees!
I use variation listings when I have multiple cards from the same set. It lets you have one listings with a drop down for the buyers to select multiple cards.
In this episode I discuss the benefits and the basics you need to know to set up listings of your own.
In addition, I put together this blog post on the subject, complete with step by step photos.
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-0711 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Ty Wilson of Breaker Culture - WaxPackhero Podcast Episode 56Today I talk with Ty Wilson of BreakerCulture.com and the Breaker Culture podcast.
We discuss his collecting background, the origin of the website and podcast, and the creation of the Benchclear Network!
Follow Ty on Twitter @breakerculture, at his website BreakerCulture.com, and also check out BenchClear.us!
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-07-0333 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteBudgeting for Cardboard - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 55Having a plan or a budget for your sports card purchases is a helpful tool which can increase your enjoyment of the hobby.
Some have a certain amount of their income set aside for card purchases. Personally, I only spend money on cards that comes from the sale of other cards. So my card budget is only limited by the amount of sales I have!
Here are a few questions to get you thinking about coming up with a cardboard budget/plan of your own.
What is your approach?
Do you ha...
2020-06-3011 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Underdog Collectibles - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 54In this episode I talk with Scott Daniel and Matt Cook. They are the owners of Underdog Collectibles, a sponsor of the show for the last several months.
We discuss their collecting background, the origin of Underdog, and what they’ve learned along the way.
Follow them on Twitter @udogcollect, on Facebook, and on their website www.udogcollect.com.
Enjoy!
2020-06-2625 minWaxPackHero Sports Card Minute3 From the 90s - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 53Today we look back at three of my favorite players from the 90s! These guys dominated my collection and were the players I wanted to be in all our neighborhood wiffle ball games.
I also have blog posts about these players which can be found below.
Jim Abbott
Scott Erickson
Bo Jackson
Who were your favorites from that era?
Sponsor of this Episode
Underdog Collectibles
2020-06-2313 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Nick Diunte - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 52In this episode, I talk with Nick Diunte (@examinebaseball)!
We discuss collecting, teaching, and writing about baseball and the hobby.
Follow Nick on Twitter @examinebaseball and check out his website Baseball Happenings.
Enjoy!
2020-06-1927 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteInvesting in Sports Cards? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 51When it comes to the topic of investing in sports cards there are strong opinions on both sides of the issue. In this article, my objective is to define the term investment, share why I feel sports cards can be considered an investment, and my preferred approach.
Here is a link to the blog post version of this episode.
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-06-1609 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Ben Wilson (@ourtradingcards) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 50Today I talk with Ben Wilson (aka @ourtradingcards) about his A’s fandom, his online persona, and his thoughts on the business side of the hobby.
You can find Ben on Twitter @OurTradingCards
Sponsor of this Episode:
Underdog Collectibles
2020-06-1228 min
RESELLER WEEKLY - CHASING CARDBOARD PODCASTEP91 | Are Card Prices OUT OF HAND?....and how to hustle your way into a great collection w/Mike Sommer at WaxPackHero. (Project 2020 might come up!)Today I spend an hour grabbing coffee with Mike Sommer from WaxPackHero.com and we cover quite a few relevant hobby topics, including:
The ridiculous rise in hobby prices and what needs to happen
How Mike learned to fund his great collection/hobby
The reality of Project 2020 prices as of mid-June.
Some other fund stuff!
Don't forget to GO CHECK OUT StarStock.com and join me in their exciting new sports card marketplace!
Enjoy!
BreakerCulture is part of the Bench Clear Media Network. Check out all of our great shows here: https://w...
2020-06-1054 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteFun Foods Pins - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 49Sometime near the end of 1984, or early in 1985, a curious little baseball memorabilia product was released. Fun Foods Inc. from Little Silver, NJ released a 133 player set of MLB baseball buttons.
They came in 36 count boxes of three button packs. Each quarter size button features a player photo on the front and the button number, position, and stat on the back. A simple but fun product for kids in the 80s.
Here is a link to the full write up!
Let me know what you think in the comments below or by reaching out...
2020-06-0908 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteMonthly Financial Recap - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 48In this episode I give a financial recap for the month of May.
I cover card sales, website/podcast revenue, and some of the key expenses I incurred over the last month. Hopefully it can serve as a reference point to what is possible buying, selling, and creating content part time! Creating a self-sustaining hobby is possible.
Sponsors for this Episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
2020-06-0509 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Ronnie Bardah - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 47Ronnie Bardah is a professional poker player and was recently a contestant on the TV show Survivor. However, he’s also a card collector who is currently focused on building a PSA graded 1953 Topps Set!
I hope you enjoy the conversation with a new voice in the hobby community!
Follow him on Twitter: @RonnieBardah
Sponsors of this Episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
2020-06-0228 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteEbay Managed Payments with Chris Torres - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 46Today I sat down with Chris Torres from CRTSportsCards.com.
Chris has been in the eBay managed payments program as a pilot member and we discuss his thoughts on the program. We hit on what he likes about it and also some of the things that caused some disruption.
Check out his site at CRTSportsCards.com and follow him on Twitter @CRT_SportsCards
Sponsors of this episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
2020-05-2928 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteLesser Known eBay Tips - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 45There are some things you need to about eBay that will help you save some money and generate additional sales! These have been around for a bit, and while they are popular with many collectors/dealers, I hear from people all the time who didn’t realize they existed.
1) eBay Bucks - A free rewards program that gives you should take advantage of. Learn More Here!
2) eBay Stores - Using an Ebay Store can save you money on shipping supplies, listing, and final value fees. It also will help drive more sales due to the listing...
2020-05-2611 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Max Steiner of Sportlots - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 44Max Steiner founded Sportlots as a side hustle about 20 years ago and has grown it to a place were thousands of customers shop an inventory of millions of cards!
Listen as we talk about balancing work and family, what lessons he learned along the way, and the vision he has for the site in the coming months and years!
Here is a review I wrote about the site if you want to learn more about how it works.
If you’d like to help me out a bit and you don’t have an a...
2020-05-2235 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteTopps Project 2020 - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 43Topps chose 20 iconic rookie cards and partnered with 20 popular artists to create a 400 card on-demand set. My thoughts on the product have evolved over time, and in this episode I share where I was wrong and where I think it’s headed.
I also put together a blog post covering some stats on the set and published a full photo checklist. The article has a view of the cards organized by artist in addition to the numerical order.
Let me know what you think in the comments below!
Sponsors of this episode:
Un...
2020-05-1918 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Rich Brummett "The Happy Collector" - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 42Rich Brummett aka “The Happy Collector” is a collector, reseller, and content creator with a focus on helping new and returning collectors get acclimated to the hobby. He aims to have a positive influence in the community and I enjoyed having a chance to get together to discuss his background and hobby goals.
Follow Rich on Twitter @RichBrummett, and at his website TheHappyCollector.com.
I’d really appreciate it if you helped me out by leaving a rating and review!
Thanks for listening.
Sponsors during this episode:
Starstock
Udogco...
2020-05-1526 minWaxPackHero Sports Card Minute1975 Hostess - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 41My love of oddball food issue cards is well known…at least I assume it’s well known because I discuss them all the time! In this episode I discuss 1975 Hostess, the first of a five year run of Hostess cards.
You can read my full write up and see the set checklist in this blog post.
Also, please take a second to hit that subscribe button and leave a rating and review for the show!
Sponsors for this episode:
Underdog Collectibles
Starstock
2020-05-1209 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteA Conversation With Brent Williams (aka BrentandBecca) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 40Today I talk with Brent Williams who might be better known as BrentandBecca online!
Brent is one of the largest Topps breakers out there and he breaks over 100 cases of the Topps flagship products and tons of other releases throughout the year.
We discuss his collecting origins, how he got started “ripping and flipping”, and how he’s grown his business to what it is today! He openly shares both the good and bad that comes from opening so much product, and has some words of wisdom for others thinking about getting into the business!
F...
2020-05-0846 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteTikTok and Sport Cards? - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 39In late March I finally started creating sports card content for TikTok. At first I really didn’t see how card info would fit in, but that changed. In this episode I recap my thought process and what I’ve learned from posting videos over this first month.
Bottom line: I’m blown away from what I’ve seen so far.
Here’s a link to my TikTok page: WaxPackHero TikTok
Sponsors for this episode:
Starstock
Underdog Collectibles
2020-05-0509 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Nick Wosika - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 38Nick is a sports photographer based out of Minnesota who’s work has been used by Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and the New York Times amongst many others. But that’s not all, from a card perspective, I think it’s awesome that some of his photos have also been used by Upper Deck and Topps to create Sports Cards!
Find Nick on Twitter @Nick_Wosika
and at https://www.nickwosika.com/
Sponsors for this Show:
Starstock.com
Underdog Collectibles
2020-05-0133 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteMy Most Popular Content - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 37Last week I covered the origins of WaxPackHero.com. I shared the thought process, vision, and goals I used as I launched the site.
Today I cover some of the most popular content I’ve published so far. Learn what topics drive the most traffic and what the primary sources of website visitors are.
Listen, subscribe, tell your friends, and then leave me a review so I can learn from your feedback!
Sponsors in this Episode:
Starstock.com
Underdog Events and Collectibles
2020-04-2814 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteA Conversation with Dr. James Beckett - WaxPackHero Podcast EpisodeI had a chance to sit down and talk with Dr. James Beckett. He was the founder of one of the most well known hobby publications, Beckett Magazine.
We talked about current hobby interests, the industry as a whole, and some of the lessons learned along the way.
Please take a second to subscribe, tell your friends, and leave a rating and review so we can continue to spread the word!
Sponsors of this episode:
Underdog Events and Collectibles
Starstock.com
2020-04-2422 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteStarting WaxPackHero.com (an Origin Story) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 35I regularly ask for readers to share questions or suggestions for future articles. One suggestion I received was about my thought process as I started WaxPackHero. That seemed like a great idea! While I’m no internet expert, I’m happy to share what my goals were for the site, the content strategy I rolled out, and what I’ve done to try and gain readers and listeners.
If you found this helpful let me know!
Sponsors of this episode:
Starstock.com
UdogCollect.com
2020-04-2112 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Ivan Lovegren (@WatchTheBreaks) - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 34Today, I talked with Ivan Lovegren aka @WatchTheBreaks!
We discuss his collecting background, how he became a sports card personality, and some advice on balancing cards and family.
Follow him on Twitter (@WatchTheBreaks), and watch his weekly show Go GTS Live (@GoGTSLive)!
Sponsors for this show:
Udogcollect.com
Starstock.com
2020-04-1746 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteWhere to Find Checklists - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 33A listener sent me an email a couple weeks ago asking if I could discuss where to find player and team checklists. So I decided to spend a few minutes breaking down my go-to resources for set, team, and player checklists!
I know you probably have some great sources of your own, so please share them in the comments or on the Facebook and Twitter threads for this episode so everyone can learn!
My go to sources are:
Beckett.com
TradingCardDB.com
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2020-04-1411 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteConversation with Adam Palmer - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 32Today I sit down with Adam Palmer.
Adam returned to the hobby in 2018 and quickly built an interest in the business side of the hobby. He launched a the Hero’s for Sale Podcast and TikTok channel to document the process of learning about the industry and building his collection.
I think he brings a fresh perspective and demonstrates authentic vulnerability in his show, and I wanted to give you a chance to hear from him!
Follow Adam on Twitter: @APalmerMedia
Check out his Podcast as well: Hero’s For Sale Podca...
2020-04-1036 minWaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteReflecting on Topps Magazine - WaxPackHero Podcast Episode 31In 1990, Topps began producing their own full color magazine. I thought I’d spend a few minutes going back through the first couple issues and sharing my memories of the mag.
I have a write up of the first issue if you’d like to see some pictures.
Did you read Topps Magazine? Let me know in the comments below!
You can support the show by visiting the following links to our sponsors:
Starstock.com
Ebay
Amazon
Topps
2020-04-0712 min
FatPacks PodcastEP 358 WaxPackHero Mike SommerOn this week’s episode, Eric is joined by friend and fellow podcaster Mike Sommer of WaxPackHero. Mike is one of the smartest guys in the hobby and he has great takes on a lot of different topics. We’re talking about how/why he started podcasting, how it compliments his blog, selling base cards, and what you should do if you find yourself upset with a segment of the hobby. All that, plus new products and pricing, and more, this week on, The Fat Packs Podcast.
Be sure to check out our sponsors:
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2020-03-0546 min
WaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteWaxPackHero Podcast Episode 5 - Goals, Goals, Goals!A recap of Mike's 2019 collecting goals and setting some new ones for 2020.
2020-01-0712 min
WaxPackHero Sports Card MinuteWaxPackHero Podcast Episode 1 - The Origin StoryMike discusses his collecting journey from youth to adulthood as well as the inspiration for the podcast!
2019-12-1610 min
OHoney with Amanda Cerny & Sommer RayMike Ryan Was Almost Sommer Ray's StepdadMike Ryan isn't just a celebrity trainer for people like The Rock, he almost became Sommer Ray's stepdad! Mike comes onto OHoney to chat with Amanda Cerny and Sommer Ray about everything from training Brad Pitt and Edward Norton for Fight Club, and the time he chased out some thieves while naked. They address how to smuggle a dog, deal with online bullying, and Amanda discusses why she never wants a dick pick, but Sommer's mom wants to make a coffee table book full of them. Plus, Amanda and Sommer enlist Mike's help to answer some listener questions about...
2019-08-0751 min
Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike EagleA Conspiracy Of Dunces with Will SommerThis week Will Sommer (@willsommer) joins Ana Marie Cox (@anamariecox) for a discussion of his work in exploring the wide-spread radicalization of mostly middle-aged people who think a shadowy cabal is going to take revenge on everyone they don’t like. And also make other people (including the still living JFK Jr.) like them and support their cause? QAnon, it turns out, is a bit of a mess. Which you might expect from an ideology founded on the belief that Donald Trump is out here playing three-dimensional chess to save the world. Our conspiracy theory theme month plows ahead in...
2019-06-1439 min
Sports Card Nation PodcastEp.25 w/Mike Sommer/Wax Pack Hero,Gary Vee talk/Open MicLiving Set Rookies Impact-Mike Sommer/Wax Pack Hero returns to discuss that, his recent garage sale find & Gary Vee,We announce the winner of the Kris Bryant Gold Label,The debut of Open Mic where we answer the listeners questions--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sportscardnation/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportscardnation/supportBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sports-card-nation-podcast--4761791/support.
2019-05-101h 22
Sports Card Nation PodcastEp.16 w/Mike Sommer(Wax Pack Hero),Topps Living Set & Shipping techniquesMike Sommer talks Topps Living Set & Smart shipping techniques, We open a box 0f 2019 Donruss Baseball "semi-live" on the air, we talk about the NFL combine storylines, Bryce Harper recruiting & Lebron's a Bad man.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sportscardnation/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sportscardnation/supportBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sports-card-nation-podcast--4761791/support.
2019-03-081h 29
Greenhorns RadioEpisode 239: Mike Sommer of Purple Sage FarmsThis week’s featured farmer is Mike Sommer. Mike Sommer is an organic farmer in the Treasure Valley in Southwest Idaho. He is the production manager for his family’s farm, Purple Sage Farms, and directs the employees, plans crop production and manages sales. Mike works side by side with his father, Tim Sommer, who grew up in the same town working in agriculture since the 1960’s. Tim has been growing fresh herbs and specialty greens on the farm in Middleton since 1988 and he helped create the organic certification program in Idaho, making Purple Sage Farms one of the oldest...
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