THWC 365: Collectors are Miserable People

THWC 365: Collectors are Miserable People

Author: Hosted by: @cagelawyer April 15, 2026 Duration: 18:16

Every time I post a card - some "collector" comments or even DMs me about why the guy I posted is not good. Then dig a little deeper and find out why. The reason? Collectors are Miserable People!


Ever find yourself deep in a niche interest, wishing you had a friend who was just as invested to talk it all over with? That's the feeling you get tuning into The Hobby With Cage. Hosted by the knowledgeable and approachable @cagelawyer, this podcast feels like pulling up a chair at a local shop for an unfiltered chat about the latest happenings. The focus here is squarely on the collector's world, moving beyond surface-level news to explore the stories and details that truly matter to enthusiasts. You'll hear regular updates from across the hobby landscape, dive into thoughtful card discussions that examine value, history, and personal significance, and get to know other collectors through engaging guest episodes. It’s a space where passion is the common language, offering perspectives and conversations that often fly under the radar of mainstream coverage. For anyone who lives and breathes this pastime, this podcast provides a consistent and authentic voice, blending insider knowledge with genuine camaraderie. Follow along on Instagram @TheHobbyWithCage for more, and settle in for the kind of deep-dive talk that makes the hobby so endlessly fascinating.
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Podcast Episodes
THWC 321: The New Hobby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:11
Lets Talk about the New HobbyTell me if you like where this is headed.
THWC 320: The Hobby Is Changing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:10
From card shows to local card stores- everyone was worried. Fanatics was taking over and the shows were in trouble and the stores were going to close. Well- that didn't happen...
THWC 319: Some Hobby Positivity in a Negative Week [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:11
Card shows are setting records. Auctions are setting records. Athletes and Celebrities are getting involved. We have a lot to be positive about in a negative week!
THWC 318: Start Some Hobby Traditions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:38
Its time for Topps Flagship- and Fanatics has done a good job of tying in the old with the new for this years release- as well as adding in some fun chase cards.
THWC 317: PSA Raised Prices. Ok. What Now? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:00
Our content today drops a bomb- gives you a title and never goes deeper. Lets discuss the recent price increase from PSA and what it means.
THWC 316: Too Many Experts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
So- you bought a card.. and the very next day, someone posts the card and says "who is the idiot who overpaid for this?"... Does that have you rethinking your purchase? or do you just realize that our hobby is filled wit…
THWC 315: The Super Hobby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:37
The Super Bowl is over. Let's look at the impact on the hobby and the cards. And its not what you think... I am not going to crap on Drake Maye.. well maybe a little..
THWC 314: My Advice to a Collector [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:11
So you want to spend 5-10k on a card or a few cards in 2026-That's easy. Anyone can do that.But- lets talk about building a time capsule you can look back on to commemorate the year.
THWC 313: The Hobby Has me Excited Again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:47
What Has me Excited about the Hobby today?Believe it or not- its a post about an upcoming unlicensed baseball product!
THWC 312: Why Your Cards Won't Go Down [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:32
The markets are doing interesting things. Bitcoin is dropping, the AI trade is unwinding- and in the past that would impact the hobby. This time is different.. isn't it?