# #002 - Updates & Musings on the Market

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Podcast: [Card Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/card-talk-458436)
Published: 2025-12-03T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tylerschmitt/episodes/002---Updates--Musings-on-the-Market-e3bq3qu
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Duration seconds: 617

## Resource

Episode Description In this episode, Tyler gives general updates on Card Talk, shares some loose thoughts on the current state of the market, and recaps his recent trip to Dubai — including what he learned about the collecting scene, distribution conversations, and why the Middle East might become an interesting region for hobby growth. He also teases Fictional Friday , a new weekly live show kicking off this Friday at 1pm Eastern on Whatnot . Easy, conversational, and packed with small hobby insights. Shoutouts in this episode include: Speedy Comics Vibes Collectibles Trading Cards Middle East Legends of the Game

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