Ruling In vs. Ruling Out: How Do You Choose Your Cards?

In the final segment of Episode 268, the panel dives into thought-provoking discussions on collecting philosophy, specifically around the concepts of "ruling in" versus "ruling out" when selecting cards to focus on. Chris McGill shares his methodical approach to narrowing down collectible cards by systematically ruling out options rather than immediately identifying favorites. Jeremy counters with his more spontaneous approach, driven by discovering cards that naturally resonate. Joe Poirot takes a reflective approach, blending passion and method while emphasizing the balance between awareness and personal connection in collecting. Ben Hossler shares his evolving collector journey, inspired by both his sports fandom and analytical mindset, while considering the unique appeal of collegiate cards. The conversation also explores the cultural relevance of early cards, questioning whether collegiate or even earlier ephemeral items might hold grail status. The episode wraps up with reflections on the evolution of the hobby from set collecting to card chasing, sharing memories of iconic 90s chase cards and how those experiences shaped collecting preferences. The panel also discusses the challenges of balancing personal tastes with hobby trends and how the pursuit of unicorn cards can sometimes leave collectors unfulfilled. Join Jeremy, Chris, Joe, and Ben for this insightful wrap-up, packed with nostalgia, collecting wisdom, and a lighthearted look at the intersection of data, passion, and strategy in the hobby. Each week we tackle hot hobby headlines with a rotating panel of hobbyists, taking your questions and comments! We are likely to go into overtime so join us live grab your favorite beverage and snacks and bring your questions and comments as they will be in play. Saturday May 17 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Sports Cards Live has recently been ranked #5 among Feedspot's top 90 Sports Card podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/sports_card_podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices