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Trading Card Therapy

by Leighton Sheldon

Host Leighton Sheldon provides advice for trading card collectors and hobbyists from the perspective of a self proclaimed Doctor of The Trading Card Hobby!

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Episodes

  1. Is PSA Forgetting About the Collector? - Trading Card Therapy ep. 127

    What should PSA do when more affordable grading tiers return?In Trading Card Therapy Episode 127, Leighton takes a closer look at the current state of card grading and shares an idea for how PSA could better serve longtime collectors when lower-cost submission options become available again. With...

  2. I Paid $25,000 for This RARE Babe Ruth Card at The National!

    Leighton purchased a $25,000 Babe Ruth card at the National Sports Collectors Convention. Hear about the 1917–1920 Felix Mendelssohn Babe Ruth in this episode of Trading Card Therapy. With only a small number of examples known, this particular Ruth is historically significant because it…

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  3. Just Collect is Giving Away $100 EVERY HOUR of EVERY DAY of the National!

    Leighton is giving away $100 EVERY HOUR of EVERY DAY during the entire National Sports Collectors Convention this week in Chicago! See how easy it is to enter, and let us know how you would spend the $100 CASH if you win. Leighton also shows off a vintage collection purchasing including a 1954...

  4. A 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Gets Opened from Old Screw Down and a 1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner Gets Restored

    A 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie card was stored in an old screw down holder that Leighton opens for the first time in YEARS. Will the card get damaged? A 1909-11 T206 Honus Wanger was restored and is now at auction. Leighton discusses the what the card looks after the restoration. Interested in...

  5. The Mickey Mantle Miracle! How an Autograph From Childhood Became a Hobby Treasure

    In Trading Card Therapy Episode 123, Leighton Sheldon welcomes Barry Walner and Justin Hirsch, founder of Rabbit Hole Auctions, to share the unbelievable story behind a signed 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle card that sat quietly in Barry's collection for more than 70 years.As a young boy in the 1950s,...

  6. Derek Grady of Heritage Auctions Joins Trading Card Therapy and Talks State of the Hobby Including PSA Pausing Grading

    Derek Grady, Executive Vice President of Heritage Auctions , joins Leighton on Trading Card Therapy to talk about the state of the hobby with a big focus on the PSA grading pause. Leighton is always buying collections through his company, Just Collect. If you're interested in selling a…

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  7. Inside the New Platform That's Taking Over the Hobby - AuctionWire

    Marc shares how AuctionWire was built to solve a major problem for collectors: keeping track of cards, tickets, autographs, TCG, and other collectibles across dozens of auction houses, marketplaces, and dealer inventories.The episode includes a live demo of AuctionWire’s search tools, universal...

  8. Junkwax Hero Talks Strongsville, Iconic Cards, Hobby Nostalgia & more

    On episode 120 of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton sits down with Mike from Junkwax Hero for a wide-ranging hobby conversation. They discuss Mike’s collecting journey, the growth of his YouTube channel, Strongsville’s vintage card show community, iconic pickups, Attic Find stories, the rise of eye...

  9. Why Sports Cards Are More Than Just Cards with Graig from MidLife Sports Cards

    In Episode 119 of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton sit down with Greg from Midlife Cards to dive deep into the real meaning behind the hobby — from childhood memories and family connections to the friendships that span across the country.We talk about:How collecting becomes therapy during life’s...

  10. The TRUTH About Star Basketball Cards (Jordan Collectors Must Listen)

    Welcome back to Trading Card Therapy! In Episode 118, we take a deep dive into one of the most fascinating and misunderstood areas of the hobby — Star Basketball cards from 1983–1986 (with Michael Jordan) with a good friend of ours, David @high_speed_card_chase. Leighton is always buying...

  11. Jeremy Lee of Sports Cards Live Joins Trading Card Therapy

    Jeremy Lee of Sports Cards Live joins your host, Leighton Sheldon, on Trading Card Therapy to talk about his show, collecting history, and tips for content. Follow Jeremy's Sports Cards Live HERE. Leighton is always buying collections with his company, Just Collect. Reach out for a free appraisal...

  12. Artist James Fiorentino joins Trading Card Therapy to Talk About Combining Passions - Art and Sports!

    James Fiorentino joins Leighton Sheldon on the new episode of Trading Card Therapy podcast. Fiorentino is an incredible artist of fine art, illustrations, water colors, and more who is big into the hobby. Leighton and James talk about combining passions together and spots-related pieces. Leighton...

  13. The Truth & Secrets behind 1948/49 Leaf Baseball Set | True Jackie Robinson Rookie Card?

    Was the 1948 Leaf set actually released in 1948—or 1949?In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, we uncover the truth and hidden history behind the 1948/49 Leaf Baseball set, including newly uncovered legal documents that challenge long-held hobby beliefs.Author and researcher Brian joins the…

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  14. PSA's BIGGEST Move Yet | Incredible T206 Wagner discovery been in the family since 1910

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton talks about Goldin Auctions and their fresh to the hobby T206 Honus Wagner PSA 1 that has been with the family since 1910. He also talks about the Collectors Universe acquiring Beckett and talks about his experience in local card shows. Leighton…

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  15. T215 RED CROSS CARDS HAVE BEEN SOLD! Plus a N28 CAP ANSON Crossover from BVG to PSA!

    Cards from the recent RED CROSS find have been sold plus a N28 Cap Anson crossover from Beckett to PSA! Leighton brings you the story today on Trading Card Therapy. Check out the full story of the Red Cross find HERE.Leighton is always buying collections with his company, Just Collect. Interested...

  16. 1910 RED CROSS T215 FIND | Is this the coolest discovery this year?

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton talks about his trip to Nashville to purchase a collection that included 16 - 1910 Red Cross T215 tobacco cards! Leighton is always buying collections with his company, Just Collect. Interested in a selling a collection? Reach out for a free...

  17. Shill Bidding Is Still Bad! + A Nice Graded Vintage Collection Comes Into Our Store!

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton discusses why shill bidding is bad plus he shows off 75+ graded vintage cards from a new collection that walked into the Just Collect store! Leighton is always buying collections with his company, Just Collect. Interested in a selling a…

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  18. Would You Buy A $2.7 Million Jordan Card or Shoeless Joe Jackson Card?

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton shows a recent purchase of a Michael Jordan Auto card that he added to his collection. Plus a discussion on choosing between the Top 3 Shoeless Joe Jackson cards in the hobby. Also, he talks about the recent sale of the 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan...

  19. SAVANNAH BANANAS HAVE CARDS! DID YOU KNOW? & THE PSA PRICE INCREASE

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton talks about Savannah Banana Baseball Cards, The PSA price increase and the Sam's Club Karen / Pokémon Cards incident.Leighton is always buying collections! If you're interested in selling a collection and would like a free appraisal, reach out any...

  20. IF THE VALUE WAS EQUAL would you choose the 1933 GOUDEY LAJOIE or 1933 GOUDEY SET?

    In this episode of Trading Card Therpay, Leighton Sheldon talks about the rare 1933 Goudey Nap Lajoie and asks the question: If the value was equal, would you choose the 1933 Goudey Nap Lajoie or 1933 Goudey Set? Leighton is always buying collections! If you're interested in selling a collection...

  21. READY to Face the CONSEQUENCES for Making Deals w/ Others at shows? Has this gone too far?

    In this episode, we talk about customers being thrown out for making deals with each other at sports cards show. We also received an ungraded collection of 1950s-60s Baseball Cards with a lot of Mantle cards- Fresh to the hobby! Join Leighton Sheldon each week on Trading Card Therapy. Leighton is...

  22. 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle PSA 9 Former Owner, Levi Bleamn, Talks Shop With Leighton on Trading Card Therapy

    Legendary dealer/collector, Levi Bleam, once owned a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie card graded PSA 9! Does he regret selling the iconic card too early? Hear the story and more on Trading Card Therapy with Leighton. Leighton is always buying and selling vintage cards! Reach out for a free...

  23. 12 Million Dollar Jordan - Kobe Card, Loose Mickey Mantle Cards in a Box, and More on Trading Card Therapy

    Jam packed Trading Card Therapy episode today! The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, talks about the 12 million dollar Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryan 1/1 Logoman card, a box of multiple Mickey Mantle cards just loose in a box sent to him for an appraisal, and more! Leighton is always buying and selling...

  24. DIRTY DOZEN Needed to Help Collector Finish a 1933 Goudey Signed Set

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton talks to a long-time collector who is trying to complete a 1933 Goudey Signed Set!Marty | @Signed1933Goudey (IG)Here is a list of the 12 signed cards that Marty needs for the 1933 Goudey Signed Set:29 Jimmie Foxx38 Fred Brickell70 Pete Scott88...

  25. What 10 Iconic Cards I Would Buy For A $50K Long Term Investment

    In this episode, Leighton talks about helping a friend buy 10 cards for a $50K portfolio, a rare Babe Ruth card just purchased, and a new software that is going to be available to sign up at the National ‪@NSCCSHOW‬ .Leighton is always buying collections! If you're interested in selling a...

  26. Big Changes Happening at eBay plus The Rarest "Wagner"

    In this episode the “Doctor” talks about the newest change on eBay. Is the extension good or bad for the hobby? We talk about one of the rarest “Wagner” cards in the hobby, the Red Cross Tobacco back. Leighton Sheldon, The Doctor, is always buying collections! You can reach out for a FREE…

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  27. Hobby Guests to Hobby Execs | Recap of the last 25 episodes of Trading Card Therapy

    Trading Card Therapy has reached 100 episodes! The weekly podcast hosted by Just Collect owner, Leighton Sheldon, recently had 25 different, vary special guests on the show. Here is recap video to catch up on what each guest shared with you including tips, collections, and stories!Leighton is...

  28. Nat Turner of PSA and Collectors joins Trading Card Therapy Podcast for the 100th Episode!

    100 Episodes calls for a huge, special guest! PSA and Collectors Universe CEO, Nat Turner, joins Leighton on the 100th episode of Trading Card Therapy.Here Nat tell Leighton about: Best advice for a young entrepreneur including the importance of people skills and record keeping Innovation of...

  29. TURNING COLLECTIBLES INTO CASH - Darren Rovell's Proven Strategies |

    Darren Rovell, former ESPN host, founder of CLLCT, joins Leighton on the latest episode of Trading Card Therapy. Listen to Darren take you through some of his collection with Leighton as well as how you can turn collectables into cash!CLLCT Website: https://www.cllct.com/ Leighton is always…

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  30. Interview with Mr. Mint's right hand man - he shares stories behind the greatest finds ever!

    Leighton Sheldon interviews Dave Czuba who was Al Rosen's (Mr. Mint) right-hand man for 22 years! Dave shares incredible stories of the greatest finds in hobby history! Hear about the find of high-grade 1952 Topps high number cards including multiple Mickey Mantle rookie cards. In total, there…

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  31. THE HUNT FOR MICKEY MANTLE - A Vintage Baseball Card Collectors Journey

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton talks with vintage baseball card collector, Matt (Matty C Collection on IG). They discuss the hunt for Mickey Mantle cards, eye appeal and much more! Leighton is always buying collections! Reach out for a free appraisal any time at Just Collect.

  32. How a collector figured out that LOW GRADE EYE APPEAL IS THE WAY!

    Leighton Sheldon sits down with Tony, The Southern Collector!They discuss how Tony figured out that low grade eye appeal was the way to go when collecting vintage cards plus much more!Southern CollectorYouTube & Instagram@southerncollector14Leighton is always buying collections! Reach out for a...

  33. 1st ever Vintage Trade night was a big success in Strongsville! Will there be more in the future?

    Trading Card Therapy episode 94In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, Leighton Sheldon talks with Theo Rebottini from the podcasts, 4 Collectors and Clemente Collector.4 Collectorswww.youtube.com/@UCe6vcuVBZxW2uP9NVoN42oA Clemente Collectorwww.youtube.com/@UCY06jA9RImIb_Ra-LBywc3ALeighton is...

  34. Would you buy a restored card? An interview with Brian Drent - Mile High Card Co.

    Would you buy a restored card? Leighton sits down with Brian Drent of Mile High Card Co. which is one of the top auction houses for sports cards and memorabilia. They discuss an upcoming auction that includes a restore T206 Honus Wagner and a signed 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle.MILE HIGH CARD...

  35. Arena Club Founder, Brian Lee, Talks about the Digital Trading Card Platform

    Brian Lee, founder of Arena Club along with Derek Jeter, joins Trading Card Therapy today with the Doctor, Leighton Sheldon. Before Arena Club, Brian founded Legal Zoom and Shoedazzle. Today, Brian Lee talks about his new card platform which offers grading, trading, auctions, and slab packs....

  36. Talking Modern Cards with Sharon from Black Jaded Wolf

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon interviews Sharon Chong of Black Jaded Wolf who is an expert on Modern Cards!Leighton is always buying vintage collections! If you're interested in selling a collection, reach out any time for a free appraisal at Just Collect.

  37. Early Days of PSA with Mike Baker MBA

    In this episode of Trading Card Therapy, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon interviews Mike Baker of MBA (Mike Baker Authenticated). Mike discusses the early days of PSA as well as the services provided by MBA and more!Mike Baker AuthenticatedLeighton is always buying vintage collections! You can reach...

  38. What's Your Favorite Baseball Card Set?

    On this episode of Trading Card Therapy podcast, your host, The Doctor, Leighton, is joined by Dan Lynch from Dan's Vintage Baseball PC. We check out vintage cards and discuss what YOUR favorite baseball card set is. Check out Dan's YouTube channel HERE. Leighton is always buying vintage...

  39. Antiques Roadshow Appraiser Simeon Lipman and the Amazing Find from the Nephew of Shoeless Joe Jackson

    Your Trading Card Therapy host, The Doctor, Leighton talks with Simeon Lipman from Antiques Roadshow.They discuss an amazing find from the nephew of Shoeless Joe Jackson, a T206 Honus Wagner and a 1948 Leaf collection that aired on the Antiques Roadshow and much more!Check out Simeon Lipman's…

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  40. Owner of T206 Honus Wanger Card from All-Star Café Heist Interview

    Super collector, Brady Hill, owns THE 1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner card that was once owned by Charlie Sheen and stolen from the All-Star Café and recovered by the FBI! Hill joins the Trading Card Therapy podcast with your host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon. Leighton is always buying vintage cards!…

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  41. Derek Grady from Heritage Auctions on Trading Card Therpay

    Derek Grady from Heritage Auctions joins your Trading Card Therapy host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon. Hear about an amazing story of a raw, ungraded 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie card that Derek got graded which returned as an SGC 9.5. That card sold for 12.6 million dollars! Leighton is…

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  42. CEO of Mascot, Ezra Levine, Offers Tricks and Tips for Collectables eBay

    Ezra Levine, CEO of Mascot, joins your Trading Card Therapy host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, on the latest episode. Ezra offers tips and tricks when dealing with collectables on eBay. Leighton is always buying! If you're interested in selling your collection, reach out for a free appraisal any...

  43. Are You a Passionate Enough Collector to get Tattoos of Your Cards?

    Chris Torres is a passionate collector of 1909-1911 T206 tobacco cards. Chris is such a fan of the T206 set, he got tattoos of the cards! Listen to Chris' story and see these amazing tattoos on the latest episode of Trading Card Therapy with your host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon. Leighton is...

  44. Rich Mueller of Sports Collectors Daily Talks Career and Hobby News

    Rich Mueller, owner of Sports Collectors Daily, joins The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, on the latest episode of Trading Card Therapy. Hear about Rich's career including: His time as a play-by-play broadcaster for the Albany Patroons basketball team of the CBA when Phil Jackson was the coach. Most...

  45. Celebrity Mural Artist, Patrick Ganino, Talks Collecting and Hilarious Chevy Chase Stories

    Your Trading Card Therapy host, The Doctor, Leighton, talks with Celebrity Mural Artist and collector, Patrick Ganino. Ganino has done murals of celebrities and athletes like Hulk Hogan, Chevy Chase and Post Malone. Hear about stories with these celebrities and athletes including a hilarious…

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  46. Interview with Leon Luckey, owner of Net 54 Baseball

    The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, sits down with the owner of Net 54 Baseball, Leon Luckey, on the latest episode of Trading Card Therapy. Hear Leon talk about this site he started over 21 years ago! If you're a collector, you've certainly been on the Net 54 Baseball site. Leighton is always buying...

  47. CRAZY Collection Stories with Brian Dwyer, President of Robert Edward Auctions

    Brian Dwyer, President of Robert Edward Auctions, joins The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, on the latest episode of Trading Card Therapy podcast. Brian tells us stories including a when a widow was ready to throw out her husband's collection into a dumpster. "Anything you don't take goes to the…

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  48. A Rookie Sandy Koufax Auto and Interview with Karma Records

    Your Trading Card Therapy Host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, talks about a Sandy Koufax autograph from his rookie year that he purchased. We also hear from collector and Karma Records, Jim Ector, about his collection. Interested in selling your collection? Leighton is always buying! Reach out…

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  49. How to Trade UP from Hundreds of Cards into One Grail Card

    Your Trading Card Therapy host, The Doctor, Leighton Sheldon, gives you tips on how to trade your collection of multiple cards into the one big GRAIL card you're coveting. Leighton's friend, Todd, joins the show to explain how Todd traded many of his vintage cards to Leighton for a T206 Ty Cobb.…

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  50. Interview With a High-End Hockey Card Collector

    High-end hockey collector, Justin Silver, joins Leighton on the latest episode of the Trading Card Therapy podcast. Justin takes you through his collection and shows off some of the rarest and most valuable vintage hockey cards. Leighton is always buying collections! Reach out any time for a FREE...

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Host Leighton Sheldon provides advice for trading card collectors and hobbyists from the perspective of a self proclaimed Doctor of The Trading Card Hobby!

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