Binder and Brew

With the upcoming release of the 30th Anniversary Set we go through all the latest updates and then take on the mega task of ranking each of the 30 new Pikachu's released on the 16th September!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction to the Celebration Cards00:00 Release Day Plans and Anticipation02:12 Delays in Product Releases05:01 What's Worth More: Card vs. Real Life Items25:26 Ranking Pikachu Cards: 01:12:12 Final Thoughts: Ranking the Pikachu Cards

This week we bring you all the latest in TCG updates released at the World Championships as well as feedback from what was a very busy weekend vending at Celtic Card Show!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction and Show Overview03:43 Pokemon World Championships and New Releases07:54 EX Star Series and Collecting Insights12:37 Exciting New Releases: Mega Mega Parade17:40 Mega Attack Rares: A Closer Look25:30 What's Worth More: The Game Begins41:16 Celtic Card Post Show Review

With the upcoming Celtic Card Show on the 5th September we take a look into our goals for the show, all the different ways that people are starting to collect Pokémon cards and there's a very fitting theme for this week's What's Worth More which involves Alex's Favourite, Aunt Bessie's Yorkshire Puddings!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Topics00:52 eBay vs. Pokémon Center: The Takedown Request13:49 Exploring Alternative Collecting Methods35:04 Quickfire Collection Ideas: From Chase Cards to Cameos39:28 What's Worth More54:49 Celtic Card Show: Anticipation and Goals

With the release of Storm Emeralda, we dive into the latest set in Japan that features the glorious Mega Rayquaza cards, we talk about facial recognition being used by some card stores and What's Worth More makes a return!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction02:39 Discussion on the Storm Emeralda Set26:52 Storm Emeralda: Set Overview and Pricing28:02 The RGB Mews: Rarity and Design Discussion37:51 30th Anniversary Figurines: A Collector's Dream40:27 What's Worth More56:05 Japan's New Facial Recognition System for Card Purchases

Would you put Pokémon Go above Evolving Skies? This week we took on the entire of the Sword and Shield era to rank every set. Let us know what you would have different!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction03:50 Sword and Shield Base05:49 Rebel Clash07:48 Darkness Ablaze10:33 Champions Path14:03 Vivid Voltage17:18 Shining Fates20:55 Battle Styles23:53 Chilling Reign27:33 Evolving Skies31:52 Celebrations34:55 Fusion Strike38:09 Brilliant Stars41:35 Astral Radiance45:03 Pokémon Go48:48 Lost Origin52:58 Silver Tempest55:35 Crown Zenith01:06:36 Final Ranking

This week we have a full length deep dive on live selling platforms!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction01:18 Experiences with Live Selling Apps06:13 Community Dynamics in Live Selling08:31 Gamification and Seller Strategies11:17 Building a Unique Selling Environment22:30 Scams in Rip and Ship: A Cautionary Tale46:38 Transparency in Selling Practices54:16 Tips for New Sellers on Whatnot01:01:01 The Future of Live Selling01:12:14 Final Thoughts on Whatnot

This week on Binder and Brew it's time for something different, we took a deep dive into all things to do with Grading and we've got everything covered! Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction01:02 Understanding Grading: What It Is and Why It Matters10:19 Exploring Grading Options: Companies in the UK19:43 The US Grading Companies35:36 Personal Preferences in Grading44:16 Experiences with Ace Grading's Break-In Incident58:07 Controversies Surrounding PSA01:11:26 Disappointing Grading Outcomes01:16:45 Tips for Pre-Grading Pokémon Cards01:23:07 Card Cleaning Services01:27:45 Cracking Slabs: Risks and Rewards01:32:41 Final Thoughts on Grading Pokémon Cards

This week on Binder and Brew it's time to suit up as we take a closer look into Poke-Investing. Can you beat the markets or is it all just shiny cardboard? We talk about all things for the Pitch Black release weekend and Joel has been at the Chepstow Card show and feeds back a different way to attend a show!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introductions01:48 Chepstow Card Show11:59 Pitch Black Release weekend17:55 30th Anniversary Set Drops on PokeCenter29:37 What's Worth More43:19 Pokémon Investing, A Closer Look01:24:28 Investing Final Thoughts

With the World Cup Final we thought we should have a go at drafting our own Pokémon Super teams for the ultimate football game! We find even more 30th Anniversary leaks to talk about and Alex has been keeping with the Nuzlocke Invitational and tries to explain to Joel how it all works!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction and Setup00:11 Weekend Ripping Experience04:11 Nuzlocke Invitational Tournament18:53 30th Anniversary Card Leaks34:23 What's Worth More: Game47:19 The Pokémon Football Draft

On this weeks episode we take a look back at Wrexham Card Show, as well as dive into the world of Japanese football who now all have Pokémon mascots! We bring back What's Worth More and have a look into some techy Pokémon collaborations! Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction01:10 Reflections on the Wrexham Card Show20:43 What's It Worth? Game Begins33:39 Pokémon and Football: A Unique Collaboration39:15 Imagining Pokémon Mascots for UK Football Teams47:55 Tech and Gaming: The Latest Collaborations

With the updated information on the 30th Anniversary line-up, we break down exactly what to expect with releases in the next few months. We bring back What's Worth More and have a new game for the audio listeners! Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Intro02:04 Lincolnshire Card Show: A New Approach07:57 Community Response: Embracing Change at Card Shows15:39 Wrexham Card Show: Anticipation and Expectations19:03 Pitch Black Drop: A Missed Opportunity21:43 What's Worth More: A Fun Challenge39:02 Game Time: Who's That Cry?49:36 30th Anniversary: Upcoming Product Releases

We break down the absolute rush of pulling the stunning Darkrai EX from Abyss Eye. Then, we dive into our experience with the latest Pokémon Center Early Access drop (the queues, the stress, and the scores!). Finally, we look ahead to later this year — is the upcoming Rayquaza set about to completely take over the meta and our wallets?Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction to Binder and Brew Podcast01:31 Updates on Challenges and Entries03:41 World Cup Challenge and Pack Openings08:30 What's Worth More: Card vs. Real Life Item22:59 PokeCourt: Pokémon and The Early Access System.38:55 Anticipating For The Rayquaza Set49:17 Joint Releases: The Future of Pokemon TCG Sets

This week on the pod, we bring back What's Worth More with plenty of everyday items against some very popular cards. We introduce a new challenge that you can take part in and win! As well as a look into the Chinese cards that re taking over in the latest boom!Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 The Rise of Chinese Cards21:37 Pokecourt - Pokémon and Copyright41:43 What's Worth More58:07 Introducing the Undervalued Cards Challenge

This week on the pod, Alex loses his cool after failing to get Pitch Black Pre-orders on Pokémon Centre. We have ways in which product drops could be fixed and we have even more leaks from the 30th Anniversary set coming in September. Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction05:18 Frustrations with the Pokémon Centre drop25:40 Pokecourt: Japanese system and introducing ID.35:55 What's Worth More: A Fun Game of Value51:47 New Releases from the 30th Anniversary set.

This weeks episode explores the first glimpses of the 30th anniversary Pokémon set which has some very interesting cards for sure! We bring back What's It Worth where this week it's Joel's turn in the hotseat. PokeCourt has us debating whether reprints are a good thing and we squeeze in some post Card show thoughts after a busy week at Celtic Card Show in Wales. Like and follow to support the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction01:10 30th Anniversary Initial Reactions29:44 What's It Worth 39:15 Poke Court: Reprints in Anniversary Sets Discussion53:20 A Review of Celtic Card Show01:06:04 Challenges and Fun at the Show01:12:44 Final thoughts

This week on Episode 4 of Binder and Brew we talk all things card show related with the upcoming Celtic Card show. There’s a new game to test our pricing skills, and we discuss challenges in person from previous events. Finally an important update from Ace Grading gets us thinking about the grading scene right now! 00:00 Introduction01:26 Let's Talk About Card Shows11:03 Advice for Anyone Going to a Card Show18:36 Missed Opportunities at Card Shows22:29 Top Tips for First-Time Card Show Attendees24:59 What's it worth? A New Game34:43 ACE Grading's New Service Structure51:43 Community Feedback and Evolving Discussions54:37 PokeCourt -The Value of Mystery Packs01:06:41 Challenges at Card Shows

Welcome back to the Binder and Brew Podcast!We've got a new set on the horizon so it's time to see those early release pics! We explore the art of hidden Pokémon in our new mini-game and we debate whether it's time to reduce the amount of sets released each year. Let us know your thoughts and if you've got suggestions for PokeCourt get in touch!Please like and follow to help grow the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction01:36 Mega Darkrai EX and Abyss Eye05:35 Theming and Vibe of the Set09:24 Changes Coming to ACE Grading15:34 Pokemon's Collaboration with National Trust26:34 PokeCourt - How many sets a year?44:55 Hidden Pokémon: The Game Begins

Welcome back to the Binder and Brew Podcast!On today's episode we get into the upcoming set of Chaos Rising, the Poke Courtroom debates whether it's better to rip packs or buy singles to get your hands on cards and we fly through some incredible Pokémon Promos!Please like and follow to help grow the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Reflecting on Episode One00:24 Discussion on Upcoming Set: Chaos Rising05:44 Highlighting Favorite Cards from Chaos Rising09:05 Comparing Greninja Cards13:32 The Value of Gold Cards in Collecting19:19 Challenges of Acquiring New Sets26:36 PokeCourt: Ripping Packs vs. Buying Singles44:07 30th Anniversary Promos: First Partner52:04 The Hype of Promos01:07:43 The Future of Promo Cards01:11:18 Confusion Over Promo Selections

Welcome to the Binder and Brew Podcast!On today's episode we get into all things Ascended Heroes, the Poke Courtroom is created to debate whether Trade-Up challenges are good or bad and our thoughts on the crazy Japanese market crisis.Please like and follow to help grow the podcast!@binderandbrew@koicardsuk@hookcards00:00 Introduction to a new Podcast03:59 Ascended Heroes06:52 Comparing Iconic Cards14:09 Hidden Details in Card Artwork14:27 Exploring Mega Attack Rares16:26 Set Value Insights18:10 The Value Game: Card Comparisons22:55 Comparing illustration rares26:26 Chasing Cards: Pull Rates and Expectations30:10 The Impact of Staggered Releases37:53 Introducing the Poke Courtroom39:00 Debating the Trade-Up Challenge53:41 The Japanese Market Crisis01:03:37 The Future of Japanese Cards01:08:31 Wrapping Up the Podcast