Buckle up, collectors! This week, JT and the Bird are taking the show to the streets of Baltimore for a "Charm City" special. From bizarre hobby heists to the literal "Planetary Pursuit" of rare parallels, Episode 47 covers the absolute spectrum of the trading card world.

Inside This Episode:

• Hobby Headlines: We discuss the wild story of a collector who took "early access" too literally at a Pasadena Best Buy, and we track the meteoric rise of Formula 1 in the hobby—featuring Lewis Hamilton’s new venture and McLaren’s car-part relics.
• Parallel Pandemonium: We break down the staggering evolution of Panini Prizm, charting the jump from just 3 parallels in 2012 to a massive 82 in 2024. Plus, a look at the "solar system" of hits in the 2025-26 Topps Cosmic Chrome Case Hit Guide.
• New Release Radar: Get the lowdown on the latest drops, including 2025 Topps Royalty WWE, Topps Chrome Football Mega Boxes, and pre-order info for 2026 Merlin Premier League.
• City Spotlight – Baltimore: We honor the legends of the 410.
  • Ravens: We rank the greats, from the defensive dominance of Ray Lewis and Ed Reed to the era-defining talent of Lamar Jackson.
  • Orioles: A tribute to "The Iron Man" Cal Ripken Jr. and the defensive wizardry of Brooks Robinson.
• What’s In The Stack & Pull of the Week: JT and the Bird show off their latest finds, featuring everything from Mosaic Orange Fluorescents to a Topps Chrome Deadpool Wolverine icon.
• The Dort Report: A massive inventory check on Lu Dort, spanning everything from Optic Blue Velocities to high-end Gold Geometric Refractors.

Follow along as we crack packs, talk shop, and explore why Baltimore remains a cornerstone of sports history and hobby passion.

"Whether you're hunting for a 'Planetary Pursuit' Sun variation or just trying to stay out of handcuffs at Best Buy—keep your cards on blast!"