Tariffs, Breaking, and Hobby Evolution: Insights from Mintink

In this episode of Sports Cards Live, we sit down with Johnny from Mintink to discuss the latest challenges facing Canadian card shops, including the impact of tariffs on sports card products. Johnny shares how these new costs are affecting the availability of Panini, Topps, and Upper Deck products, as well as the creative strategies Mintink is using to adapt. We also dive into the ongoing debate around breaking and whether it should be considered a form of gambling. Johnny offers his perspective on the entertainment value of breaks and how the landscape of live selling is evolving. Plus, we touch on the future of Mintink and its potential expansion as one of Canada’s leading hobby experience brands. From navigating tariffs to discussing hobby expansion, this episode covers the real-world challenges and opportunities faced by Canadian card shops today. Tune in, subscribe, and join the conversation in the live chat every Saturday night on Sports Cards Live. Guests: Grant Phalen Leighton Sheldon @JustCollect John Amendola @mintink10 @johnnyacards Chris McGill @chris_hoj @CardLadder 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 10 @ 7:00pm PST / 8:00pm MST / 9:00pm CST / 10:00pm EST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices