Hobby Hustle (Collector Creative)

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Welcome to THE FIRST EVER episode of Hobby Hustle!

Today’s guest is not only one of the most knowledgeable basketball collectors around, but an amazing person as well. Adam Gray has over 30+ years of collecting experience, and is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Basketball Card Fanatic Magazine. Additionally, since 2023 he has been a full-time Collectible Content Creator. Adam produces quality original educational content for some of the biggest brands in the collectible space.  He has worked with the likes of PWCC, Alt, Heritage Auctions, and many more! 

You can find him on social media @TheReal27Guy or Basketball Card Fanatic at www.bcfmag.com

HOBBY HUSTLE PODCAST:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.

RELEASE DATE: June 26, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a well established content creator in the collectibles space specializing in a variety of non-sports items.  His collecting interests range from  trading cards, pop culture, wrestling, Star Wars, comics, original artwork, toys and other non-sports items.

In addition to being a passionate collector, he is the host of the Between 2 Slabs podcast, and also recently launched a new trading card production company called Saturday Morning Cards. When he is not focused on collectibles, he also is a successful entrepreneur.

You can find him on social media @The.Great.Curator

His new trading card company Saturday Morning Cards is on social @SaturdayMorningCards or shop at saturdaymorningcards.com


GENERAL INFO:

The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.

RELEASE DATE: July 3, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a wife, a mother of two, and a former middle school English teacher who has turned her passion for collecting into a full time business.

When she is not doing the “mom thing” or adding to her collection of Baseball and Star Wars cards, she is running an extremely successful breaking business, MamaBreaks. She has worked with some of the biggest brands in The Hobby including eBay, WhatNot, Fanatics, and more …and she even has her own Topps card!

You can find her on social media @Mamabreaks or her website mamabreakscards.live


GENERAL INFO:

The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.



RELEASE DATE: July 10, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a former tech salesman who decided he had enough of his “day job” and wanted to pursue his passion as a collector.  In July of 2022 he decided that he was going to try his hand as a full time sports card dealer.

Since then he has traveled the country setting up at trade shows ranging from small local shows all the way up to major national shows. Over the past 2 years he has built an impressive portfolio of rare basketball, baseball, football, and soccer cards which he offers for sale.

He is a huge Mavericks fan that loves Dirk and Luka, as well as having an unhealthy love of Kristaps Porzingis!

You can find him on instagram @jordanscards41


GENERAL INFO:

The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is an LA native who has been a collector his whole life, but has taken a very different path from our other guests to date.

His focus has been in the sports content space, and recently shifted over to collectibles.

He held multiple positions with NASCAR, including Head of Content. He was the General Manager for The Athletic before being acquired by The New York Times in 2022.

He is currently the CEO of Mantel, a social media community that brings together collectors of all items.

You can access the Mantel community at onmantel.com or on social @onMantel


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: July 23, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is an entrepreneur who pivoted from owning a small electronic repair business into pursuing his passion as a collector. In 2021 he decided to take the plunge into becoming a full time sports card dealer.

Since then he has traveled the country setting up at trade shows ranging from small local shows all the way up to major national shows. He has hustled his way up from humble beginnings into a portfolio that includes big time basketball and football cards.

He’s passionate about meeting new people, making connections, and seeing kids grow in the collectibles space!

You can find him on instagram @mf_whiz

I’m honored to welcome a friend,  passionate collector, father and full-time card dealer Whiz to the show!

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: July 31, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

EPISODE OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a lifelong collector and has an amazing journey to share…he was born in the Philippines where he started collecting cards at a young age that included Michael Jordan and Magic The Gathering.

In 2005 he migrated to the U.S. where he continued his collecting passion.

Over the next decade he would continue to fuel his collecting passion by becoming the admin for a basketball collecting group on Facebook, setting up at LA’s famous Frank & Sons, and doing card breaks online.

In 2020 he started the Premier SoCal card show and in 2022 he started building the Burbank Card Show. Additionally he has expanded the Premier show to include a non-sports collectible show,  Pop-C!

His PC includes MJ, Kobe, and Dame.  and you can find him on instagram and @Burbankcardshow

I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and Chief Operating Officer for the Burbank Card show, Jay Coscouella!


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: August 7, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a long-time collector and music lover. His past experiences have included a variety of work within the sneaker space, as well as work in the authentication and preservation space.

From humble beginnings as an immigrant from Nicaragua to helping create the music grading industry, it has been an impressive journey!

His PC contains a combination of music, toys, cards and fashion. You can find him on instagram at @amgrading and his website audiomediagrading.com

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector and Chief Visionary Officer of Audio Media Grading Rob Martinez to the show.

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: August 14, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

Today’s guest has over 40+ years of experience in The Hobby, and is a well known content creator who has interviewed over 200 industry insiders, passionate collectors, and fellow content creators.

He chose to hang up his Finance and Accounting career in order to pursue his passion within the industry he loves, The Hobby.

He is a sports card consultant, business adviser, and host of the Fanatics Collect Premier Show as well as his weekly Sports Cards Live YouTube shows.  He is passionate about using his content to educate, inspire and entertain collectors.

You can find him on YouTube @SportsCardsLive or his personal IG account @jlee_sportscardslive

I’m honored to welcome a friend, hockey junkie, and passionate collector Jeremy Lee to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: August 21, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a passionate collector of pop culture and a well-established content creator.  His expertise spans a wide array of non-sports items, including trading cards, pop culture memorabilia, wrestling, photography, Star Wars, and much more.

Beyond his passion for collecting, he has worked as a film and video editor in Hollywood and is the host of the podcast Between 2 Slabs.  Additionally, he is the first brand ambassador for Audio Media Grading.

His deep knowledge and enthusiasm have made him a well-respected voice in the community, particularly when it comes to pop culture Type Photos and music grading.

You can find him on social @merlincollects or on his podcast Between Two Slabs

He always puts a smile on my face when I see him…I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and pop culture geek Merlin to the show… 

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest grew up as a collector and had turned his passion for cards into a full-time business.

He’s a pioneer in the card art world as he started as early as 1991. He is most well known for his contribution in the custom card artwork world by blending sports and pop art.

He has helped elevate the card art world through his own work, collaborations, and events. Additionally, he recently accepted the position of Vice President for Rapper Cards.

You can find him on Instagram @TheCardCarver or on his website at thecardcarver.com

I’m honored to welcome a friend, collector, and pop card artist Tom Fallos, The Card Carver to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: September 4, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a long time passionate collector who has hustled his way from humble beginnings in Chicago.

He is true entrepreneur has been a collector and connoisseur of sneakers, fashion, cards, and culture for many years.  He has established himself as one of the top card dealers in The Hobby and travels both the country and world to set up at shows.

As he has established himself as a leader in the space, he is also responsible for the creation of the Culture Collision trade show in Atlanta. In a testament to it’s success, Culture Collision will be hosting it’s 5th show later this week!

You can find him on social @Prizm_Gawd or @Culture_Collision_tradeshow

I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, Card Dealer, and show promoter Raphael Mosley, the Prizm Gawd to the show… 

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: September 11, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has over three decades of experience in creative, strategic, and marketing work within the collectibles space.

He is an entrepreneur who over the years has collaborated with a variety of large collectible brands including Arena Club, Bleecker Trading, The RealReal, ComC, and many others.

He currently is the Assistant Director of Pop Culture at Heritage Auctions where he leads strategy and acquisition across many categories that include Action Figures/Toys, Non-Sport Trading Cards, Entertainment, Sneaker, Music, Video Games, and Trading Card Games.

You can find him on social @heritageauctions  or  @Collectors_League  
 
I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and expert in pop culture collectibles Jeremy Allen to the show the show… 


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: September 18, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has been in The Hobby professionally for 20 years. Over her career she has built an impressive collection of modern sports cards and memorabilia focused on hot prospects and long term investment pieces.

She is a pioneer in The Hobby as one of the first women to be a regular dealer traveling the country to set up trade shows.

Her reputation in The Hobby community has allowed her to establish a network of local new-york based clients, as well as other buyers around the world.

She was able to take her success on the road as a dealer and turn it into a physical shop and showroom in the New York area.

You can find her on social @BlackJadedWolf  or her website blackjadedwolf.com

I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and a pioneer for women in The Hobby Sharon Chiong to the show…


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: September 25, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has been a collector his entire life and has been full-time in the Hobby for over 6 years.

Over the course of his career he has worked in Professional Baseball with both The Atlanta Braves and Baltimore Orioles.  Additionally, he has been a consultant for large Hobby brands like Magpie and the CenterStage app.

 In 2019 he founded Baltimore Sports Collectibles which offers professional consulting for corporate and private clients. In 2023, he founded Hobby News Daily, and most recently he was named the editor in Charge of Collectibles for Sports Illustrated. 

He is an entrepreneur who has worn many hats and offers a ton of amazing insight and knowledge about the Collectibles world. 

You can find him on social @collectingonSI , @sportsbalt , or @HobbyNewsDaily 

I’m honored to welcome a life-long collector, and an expert in sports collectibles, Danny Black to the show… 

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 2, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has been a collector his entire life and turned a simple idea into a booming business!

In 2020 he felt there was a need to make his slabs look better and protect them from drops & dings. After studying the market, he realized there was an opportunity in the marketplace.  Using pure determination and passion, he hustled his way to create Slab Strong.

After a successful run, in 2023 BCW Supplies made a deal to acquire his business.  After the acquisition they appointed him to his current position as the BCW Brand Manager.

You can find him on social @slabstrong, @bcw_supplies, or their website bcwsupplies.com

I’m honored to welcome a life-long collector, entrepreneur, and a true "Hobby Hustler" Tim McEnery to the show…


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 9, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a lifelong collector who is passionate about cards, toys, and people in the collectibles space.

He has evolved from the early days of flipping cards into setting up at shows as a dealer. He then leveraged his design and marketing skills to start to help promote smaller local shows, eventually growing into being a co-founder and Executive Director of The Burbank Card Show.

At the beginning of 2024 he accepted his current position as the Director, Dealer Relations with Fanatics Events.

He has had an incredible run over the past three years, and is one of the genuine “good guys” of The Hobby.

You can find him on IG @dynasty.ej or @fanaticsevents

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, entrepreneur, and friend, EJ Ferrer to the show…

*PLEASE NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the postponement of the Fanatics Collect Orlando Event. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Florida as they recover from devastating storms.

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 23, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a long-time collector who has taken his passion and turned it into a full-time business.

He is a true entrepreneur and is one of the only people in The Hobby I know that can say he sells both sports cars and sports cards!

He has had multiple successful car brokerages and opened The Hobby Source in Denver, CO in 2022.

You can find him on IG @thehobbysource.denver or at their website myhobbysource.com

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, entrepreneur, and friend, Steve Iskhakov to the show…



GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 16, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Due to being sick, I was unable to record, so instead we are goingto take a step back to this year's National and revisit a great conversationwith two amazing people and friends in The Hobby.

This was a conversation with Evan Parker, the CEO of Mantel, and Tom Fallos,aka The Card Carver, which recorded on Thursday, July 25 in Cleveland, OH at 2024 The National Sports Collectors Convention.

We discuss the emerging Card Art world and what the future may hold. It's amazing to think what has happened in the card art space over the pastthree months since this recording.

I hope you enjoy this conversation...

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: October 30, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has blended his childhood love of collecting and his passion for sports and culture with his natural talent as an artist.

Over the past 30 years his creative work includes penciling, drawing, inking, airbrush and painting, from realism to abstract. He has created a unique style that blends pop culture and sports with his artistic vision.

While his paintings stand on their own, it's his multi-media pieces in which he incorporates actual memorabilia from the subject that really stand out from the crowd.

I had the opportunity to meet him and see his work in person at the 2024 National and was blown away!

You can find him on IG @murray_henderson or on his website murrayhendersonart.com

I’m honored to welcome a supremely talented artist Murray Henderson to the show…

FIND MURRAY AT ART BASEL:
Event Name: The Sport Gallery Art of The Creator

Event Address: The Wyncatcher by Knotel, 2143 NW 1st Ave Miami, FL 33127

Event Overview: Dec 6-8

A two-day experiential event where art, sport, and culture converge. Located in the heart of Miami’s art scene, this event will feature a curated exhibit of iconic sports photography and paintings, capturing the power and emotion of athletes.
Guests will have the opportunity to experience two tracks of programming: Art of the Creator Masterminds Workshops powered by Nucleus Hub where influencers will share tricks of their trade and the Main Stage where athletes will have unfiltered discussions fans don’t typically get to hear. 

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: November 6, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a lifelong collector who is also passionate about practicing law.

He became an attorney in 1999 after graduating from Tulane University. He now works as a plaintiffs and Intellectual property litigation lawyer.

Over the years, he has combined his passion and skills as a lawyer with his collecting interests and enjoys following and writing about legal issues in the sports memorabilia and trading card industries.

You can find him on IG @paullesko or on X @paul_lesko

I’m honored to welcome a fellow collector, Litigator, and the unofficial “Hobby Lawyer”  Paul Lesko to the show…


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: November 13, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has been a lifelong collector who has blended his childhood love of collecting with his passion and skills in technology. 

Has worked in the document imaging and artificial intelligence space for 25 years. He has held positions with Fujitsu, Abbyy and now Ricoh Scanners. 

He and his team are responsible for creating a new vertical with scanners for trading cards that has created over $2m in revenue in 2 years. In addition to massive sales numbers, he has helped provide hardware and software solutions that improved workflow and saved time for hundreds of Hobby shops and online sellers. 

You can find him on IG @ricoh_scanners_trading_cards or on the web www.pfu-us.ricoh.com

WIN A FREE RICOH F1-8170 SCANNER!
As a thank you to our community Don & his team has provided us with a Ricoh F1-8170 Scanner for one lucky listener to win (A $1,000 value).  To enter visit this Instagram post and follow the 3 easy steps!  Use link to enter: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkBrg6p9oN

Contest is valid from Tuesday, November 19 2024 - Sunday, November 24 2024 at 7pm central.  A random winner will be selected on Sunday November 24, 2024 at 7pm and will be announced via Instagram. 

Good luck to all who participate!

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: November 20, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has had a lifelong passion for sports and art.  Add in a love of collecting to the mix, and I think he has created his own dream job!

He started out creating his own custom card artwork using existing trading cards and adding his own artistic vision with Posca paint pens.

That work caught the attention of some of the biggest brands in The Hobby and he has had his work inserted into products for Topps and Upper Deck!

You can find on social @Lukethecardist on the web at lukethecardist.com

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: November 27, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has been a lifelong sports fan and collector who also is an accomplished entrepreneur, operator and tech thought leader. 

He has taken his passion for sports, collecting, and tech and created some pretty amazing companies.

He is the founder of Trove,  a content business focused on Sports Cards & Collectibles.

Additionally, he is the Chief Executive Officer for Shoebox and CHCK.AI which are  innovative AI-powered solutions designed to revolutionize card grading and appraisals for a variety of collectibles and luxury items.

You can find his businesses Trove on social @FindYourTrove or Shoebox @getshoebox (or their website getshoebox.com)

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: December 4, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest has combined his love of technology and collecting to establish himself as a leading figure championing collectibles. 

He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, Barstool, Bloomberg, CNN, Forbes, NY Mag, Sportico, Fox News, and Yahoo Finance.

He was the CEO of Collectable where he spearheaded the company’s efforts to bring high-end collectibles opportunities to portfolios.

He’s currently the CEO of Mascot, the leading inventory management and multi- channel sales solution for collectibles.  They boast a wide range of partnerships with marketplaces, authentication companies, trade shows, service providers and more.

You can find Mascot on all social platforms @WithMascot on the web at  withmascot.com

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest  is a visual artist, musician, and writer.  His work, in its various forms, has been published in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, GQ, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, Sports Illustrated, and more!

As a musician, he has  three critically acclaimed studio albums

As a visual artists, he has created award-winning cartoons for The New Yorker since 1999.

In 2021, Topps released “Spotlight 70,” a 70-card set of his ink and watercolor paintings of baseball cards pulled from their archives.

Topps loved the project so much that in 2022 they released “Spotlight70 II” and in 2024 “Spotlight Baseball” both of which sold out quickly!

You can find him on Instagram @sundayfriedman on his website at www.andyfriedman.net

I’m honored to welcome a collector, talented visual artist , and musician Andy Friedman to the show…

ANDY'S WORK FOR SALE:
Be sure to check out some of Andy's work that is for sale on eBay at the Rotation Zone store: https://www.ebay.com/str/rotationzone

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: December 18, 2024

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest  is a passionate collector who has built an impressive collection of Michael Jordan, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, and Christian McCaffery cards over the years.  Through his collecting, he has established himself as a respected expert within the collecting community.

However his bigger impact on The Hobby might come from his love of numbers. With the sports collectibles industry seeing exponential growth in the spring of 2020, the need for a way to track sales data was evident. It was the combination of collecting passion and pricing data that led him to create Card Ladder, the leading collection and pricing data tool.

You can find him on Instagram @chris_hoj or cardladder.com

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, data nerd, and entrepreneur Chris McGill to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: January 1, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest  is a lifelong collector who combined his love of cards and perfect condition into a successful business.

In 2020 he saw a need for both quality hobby supplies as well as grading prep.  With that in mind he decided to build a company that could lead the card grading prep category through quality and innovation. Additionally, he has created a variety of branded retail products that you can see on shelves across the country!

You can find him in person at many trading card shows across the nation, on Instagram @mrminty_supply or his website mrminty.com

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, expert card prepper, and entrepreneur Mr. Minty to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: January 8, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
It’s a new year so we thought we would try something new in 2025… today we are mixing it up by having not one but two guests on the show! 

And while I want to learn a little bit about their collecting history, the main focus will be to talk about the 2024 Card Show circuit including the good and bad. And what we are looking for in 2025!

So sit back, grab a drink, and I hope that you enjoy our card show round table discussion!

I’m honored to welcome two amazing collectors and even better people to the show!

First, a retired Army First Sergeant, content creator, breaker, and passionate collector.  You can find him IG @armyatc22 mr Alex Tressler!

And second… he's a passionate collector, director of marketing for the Best Card Shop, and a content creator. You can find him on IG at @isawsasquatch ,  Ryan Curtiss


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: January 15, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
This week, I’m thrilled to welcome Jess Mineo—a lifelong collector, sports fan, and trailblazer in The Hobby! Jess has turned her passion into a thriving career, becoming a powerhouse in content creation, breaking, and marketing, as well as a respected female leader in the collecting community.

Jess launched Breaks with Jess in 2019, which has since grown into a well-known and evolving brand. She’s also the Brand Director for Bleecker Trading, where she’s helped expand the company from one NY location to two thriving hubs!

You’ll find Jess at trading card shows across the country, hosting Bleecker Trading events, and engaging with her followers on TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram @breakswithjess.

This episode is packed with inspiration, insights, and stories from a true innovator in The Hobby. 

I’m honored to welcome a passionate collector, marketing expert, and entrepreneur Jess Mineo to the show…


GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: January 22, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
This week’s guest is an incredible artist with an inspiring story. What started as a favor for his cousin—restoring an old pair of Jordans—turned into a thriving career, crafting custom sneakers for over 100 NBA players!

He’s since channeled his passion for art and collecting into creating stunning collectible art cards inspired by pop culture and sports. His talent spans multiple mediums, from comics to large-format pieces and apparel, and now includes an exciting deal with vinyl toy maker Thrilljoy!

You can find him at collectible card shows across the nation, on live selling platforms like whatnot, on social media @kickstradomis, or his website thekicksverse.com

I’m honored to welcome a supremely talented artist and entrepreneur Sal "Kickstradomis" Amezcua to the show…

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: January 29, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
Today’s guest is a lifelong collector whose passion for cards and autographs started in high school and has since evolved into a thriving career as a professional content creator.

Whether he’s cheering for the Kings or showcasing his unwavering love for Aaron Rodgers, his deep connection to sports has fueled an incredible journey in The Hobby.

Jay has built a career centered around educating collectors, sharing personal stories, providing industry insights, and bringing audiences behind the scenes with card show vlogs and card shop tours. Along the way, he’s collaborated with professional athletes and partnered with some of the biggest brands in the collectibles space, including Fanatics and eBay.

You’ll find him at trading card shows across the country and on all social platforms as Mojo Sports.

I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and entrepreneur — Jay Moslehi — to the show! Let’s dive in.

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: February 5, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
This week’s guest is a lifelong collector who has transformed his passion into a career as a professional content creator!

Looking at opportunities within The Hobby that did not require him to just buy and sell cards, he has found his niche as a content creator and an ambassador for The Hobby.

He’s traveled the world, worked with pro athletes, and collaborated with some of the biggest brands in The Hobby, including Topps, Fanatics, and The National. But that’s not all—he’s also a trailblazer, becoming the first African American Media Ambassador for The Hobby and even launching his own collectible cereal, @CollectCrunch! 

His focus is on helping educate collectors, being a positive influence for the younger generation, and bringing in new people to The Hobby.

You’ll find him at trading card shows across the nation and on all social platforms as Doctor Collectible.

I’m honored to welcome a friend, passionate collector, and entrepreneur— Darryl Garner, Doctor Collectible — to the show!

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.

RELEASE DATE: February 12, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative

OVERVIEW:
This week, I’m joined by Mike Coleman (@coleman_cards)—a passionate collector who has turned his love for cards into a full-time career!

Mike travels the country (and world) setting up at trade shows, from small local events to major national shows, offering an impressive portfolio of rare and iconic 90s basketball cards.

In this episode, we dive into:
• Being a passionate collector & what that really means
• The reality of being a full-time card dealer
• Why 90s cards are so cool & highly collectible
• How to navigate pricing & make smart deals

Whether you're a collector, dealer, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with valuable insights and expert advice on succeeding in The Hobby!

GENERAL INFO:
The ultimate podcast where collecting passion and business collide!

Let's face it, we all want to make money by doing something we love. If you could turn your hobby into your job, you'd never work a day in your life. Right?

Welcome to Hobby Hustle, in each episode, we'll dive deep into the stories of passionate collectors who have turned their hobbies into successful businesses. We'll uncover the origins of their collections, unravel the threads of their entrepreneurial journeys, and uncover the highs and lows of their experiences.

From sports cards to comics, from watches to art, from coins to toys - we'll explore a wide range of collectibles, learning what drives our guests' passions and discovering the unique stories behind their prized possessions.

So whether you're a pro looking for inspiration or an aspiring entrepreneur seeking valuable insights, Hobby Hustle is your go-to destination for all things business and collecting.


RELEASE DATE: February 19, 2025

HOSTED BY: Zach Nigut, Collector Creative