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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 52 MIN

Passion to Profession: Going All-In with Chris McGill from Card Ladder

from Stacking Slabs · host Brett McGrath

What does it really take to build a business in the hobby?On this episode of Passion to Profession, I sit down with my good friend Chris McGill, CEO and Co-Founder of Card Ladder. You’ve heard Chris on Stacking Slabs more than anyone else, but this time we go deeper into the business side of his story.We talk about:The decision to walk away from law and go all-in on the hobbyHow content became the backbone of Card Ladder’s growthThe role of trust, community, and timing when building in a niche marketWhy the line between product and content in the hobby is thinner than most people thinkThe importance of surrounding yourself with the right teamIf you’ve ever thought about turning your passion for collecting into something bigger, this conversation will resonate.A special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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