# State of the Hobby - 2025!! What's a Collector to Do??

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Podcast: [Golden Age of Cardboard | A vintage sports card podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/golden-age-of-cardboard-a-vintage-sports-card-podcast-3044296)
Published: 2025-12-10T12:00:00+00:00
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Today I talk with my great hobby friend, George. We discuss the state of the hobby as we wrap up 2025 and head into 2026. Enjoy!!

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